Day 1:
Bangkok
arrival
Pick
up
upon
arrival
at
Suvarnabhumi
International
Airport
and
transfer
to
the
hotel
in
the
city.
Welcome
to
Thailand,
the
land
of
smiles.
Bangkok
is
the
financial,
political
and
cultural
capital
of
Thailand,
located
in
the
centre-south
of
the
country,
in
the
heart
of a
fertile
rice-growing
region.
Bisected
by
the Chao
Phraya
River,
which
is
overlooked
by
all
the
major
palaces,
Buddhist
temples
and
luxury
hotels,
Bangkok
is
seventh
heaven
for
those
who
love
their
food
and
their
shopping.
Overnight
at
hotel
in
Bangkok.
Day 2:
Bangkok
Temple
Tour
This
half-day
sightseeing
tour in
Bangkok
will
allow
you the
opportunity
to
explore
the
Grand
Palace
complex,
which
houses a
number
of
attractions
including
Wat Phra
Keow
(Temple
of the
Emerald
Buddha)
and then
we will
proceed
to see
Wat
Traimit,
Wat Pho
and Wat
Benchamabophit.
A Wat is
a
Buddhist
building
where
both men
and
women
can be
ordained
as monks
or nuns.
Wat
Traimit
is also
known as
the
temple
of the
Golden
Buddha.
The 3
meter
tall
statue
is made
from
solid
gold and
weighs
5.5 tons
and is a
fine
example
of
Sukhothai
style
art. You
will
then
pass
through
Chinatown
on your
way to
Wat Pho,
the
temple
of the
reclining
Buddha.
At 46
meters
in
length
and 15
meters
high the
Buddha
is the
largest
in
Bangkok
and
illustrates
the
passing
of the
Buddha
into
nirvana.
Your
last
stop is
at Wat
Benchamabophit,
or the
marble
temple.
This
magnificent
monastery
was
built
out of
white
Italian
marble
from
Carrara
in the
late
19th
century. Overnight
at hotel
in
Bangkok
Day 3:
Ayuthaya
-
Riverboat
Your day
commences
with a
scenic
drive
through
sugar
cane
fields,
rice
paddies
and
pineapple
plantations
before
embarking
on an
exciting
long
tail
speed-boat
ride to
Damnoen
Saduak
Floating
Market,
passing
traditional
stilt
houses
and
scenes
that
have
changed
little
over the
centuries.
Enjoy
the
sights,
smells
and
sounds
of the
famous
market
where
you will
find
hundreds
of Thai
style
canoes
laden
with
fruits,
vegetables,
sweets
and
meats.
The tour
then
heads
west to
Kanchanaburi
Province,
home to
the
Bridge
on the
River
Kwai and
the
infamous
‘Death
Railway’
– part
of a
huge
Second
World
War
project
to link
existing
Thai and
Burmese
railway
lines to
create a
direct
route
from
Bangkok
in an
effort
to
support
the
Japanese
occupation
of
Burma.
Thousands
of
Allied
POWs and
local
labourers
lost
their
lives
constructing
the
bridge
and the
railway
line.
Lunch
will be
taken in
a local
restaurant
before
visiting
the
bridge
itself,
followed
by a
visit to
the
Allied
War
Grave
Cemeteries
before
hearing
the POWs
stories
at the
hauntingly
fascinating
Death
War
Museum.
Day 4:
Bangkok
- Luang
Prabang
Morning
flight
to Luang
Prabang.
On
arrival
at the
airport,
you will
be met
and
transferred
to your
hotel.
Luang
Prabang
was the
royal
capital
of the
former
Lane
Xang
Kingdom,
with its
gleaming
temple
roofs,
colonial
architecture
and
stunning
mountain
backdrop retains
a unique
charm
rarely
found in
all
Asia.
Here is
plenty
to see,
including
the
impressive
stupa of
Wat
Visoun,
the
shrine
of Wat
Aham and
Wat Mai
with
five
tiered
roofs.
We
include
these
sights
in a
half day
guided
tour,
which
ends
with a
climb to
Phousi
Hill to
enjoy a
beautiful
sunset
view of
the city
and its
glowing
reflection
on the
Mekong
River.
There are
329
steps
leading
us on
zigzag
way past
various
temples
to the
sacred,
gilded
stupa of
Wat
Phousi
at the
summit.
Overnight
in Luang
Prabang
Day 5:
Luang
Prabang
An
optional
early
start
gives
you the
fantastic
opportunity
to
participate
in the
daily
morning
rituals
of
saffron-clad
monks
collecting
offerings
of Alms
(often
in the
form of
sticky
rice)
from the
faithful
residents.
This
tradition
is very
unique
in Laos,
being
the only
Buddhist
nation
still
preserving
the
ritual.
Later,
we visit
the
National
Museum
(closed
Tuesdays)
at the
former
Royal
Palace.
It
displays
a
collection
of
artefacts
reflecting
the
richness
of Lao
culture
dating
from the
days of
the
early
kings
right
through
to the
last
sovereign.
In the
afternoon,
we enjoy
a
short-guided
tour
seeing
the
city’s
oldest
temple
of
impressive
stupa of
Wat
Visoun
and the
shrines
of Wat
Aham and
Wat Mai,
Wat Sene
and the
magnificent
Wat
Xieng
Thong
with its
roofs
sweeping
low to
the
ground,
which
represents
classical
Laotian
architecture.
Overnight
at hotel
in Luang
Prabang.
Day 6:
Luang
Prabang
- Siem
Reap
Today we
will fly
to Siem
Reap,
the
charming
riverside
which is
located
in
Northwest
Cambodia,
Siem
Reap is
the
major
tourist
hub in
Cambodia,
as it is
the
closest
city to
the
temples
of
Angkor.
The most
recognizable
of the
temples,
Angkor
Wat,
literally
Capital
Temple,
built by
King
Suryavarman
II the
early
12th
century.
Check-in
hotel
and at
leisure
or spend
your
time to
walking
around
the Old
town.
Overnight
at hotel
in Siem
Reap.
Day 7:
Siem
Reap
Your
private
tour of
Angkor
Wat
starts
from the
South
Gate of
Angkor
Thom
City.
Explore
the
centrepiece
of the
ancient
city,
The
Bayon.
The
Bayon is
known
for it's
decorative
Khmer
temple
and it's
distinctive
features
are the
serene
and
massive
stone
faces
that
tower
around
the
central
peak.
Your
tour
continues
with
visits
to
Baphuon
temple,
the
Royal
Enclosure
and
Phimeanakas
as well
as the
Terrace
of
Elephants
and
Terrace
of Leper
Kings.
Enjoy
lunch in
front of
Angkor
Wat
before
entering
this
magnificent
temple -
easily
the most
famous
and
best-preserved
of all
structures
within
the
Complex.
Enjoy
most of
the
afternoon
here to
watch
sunset
over the
Angkor
before
heading
back to
Siem
Reap.
Overnight
at hotel
in Siem
Reap.
Day 8:
Siem
Reap -
Hanoi
In
the
morning,
you
will
continue
your
temple
visits.
Included
are
Prasat
Kravan
with
its
unique
brick
sculptures,
Srah
Srang
("The
Royal
Boths"
was
once
used
for
ritual
bathing),
Banteay
Kdei
(surrounded
by
four
concentric
walls),
Eastern
Mebon
(guarded
at
its
corner
by
stone
figures
of
harnessed
elephants,
some
of
which
are
still
in a
reasonable
state
of
preservation)
and
the
"Mountain
Temple"
of
Pre
Rup.
In
the
afternoon,
transfer
to
the
archaeological
site
and
continue
to
the
temple
tour.
Visit
Ta
Prohm,
one
of
the
most
beautiful
temples
in
the
area
-
The
Buddhist
monastic
complex
of
Ta
Prohm
is
one
of
the
largest
sites
at
Angkor.
Having
been
left
untouched
by
archaeologists,
this
Bayon
style
temple
is
ethereal
in
aspect.
Stone
pillars
and
tree
roots
intertwine
in
this
impressive
complex.
Ta
Prohm
has
been
left
relatively
untouched
since
it
was
discovered
and
retains
much
of
its
mystery,
then,
visit
Takeo,
Thommanon
and
Chau
Say
Tevoda
temples.
Take
late
afternoon
flight
to
Hanoi.
Pick up
and
transfer
to the
hotel in
the
city.
Overnight
in Hanoi
Day 9:
Touring
This
comprehensive
day tour
takes in
all of
Hanoi's
essential
sites.
In the
morning
we will
visit
the Ho
Chi Minh
Mausoleum
and
historical
presidential
relics
and then
the
Temple
of
Literature
nearby.
Afterwards
we head
to Ngoc
Son
Temple
and Hoan
Kiem
Lake.
The Ngoc
Son
temple
is set
on a
tiny
island
on the
Hoan
Kiem
Lake and
dates
back to
the 13th
century.
The lake
itself
is a
picturesque
focal
point of
Hanoi,
frequented
by
tourists
and
locals
alike.
In the
afternoon,
we will
visit
Museum
of
Ethnology,
widely
acknowledged
as the
best in
the
country
which
houses a
display
dedicated
to
Vietnam's
54
ethnic
minority
peoples. Then we
will
take 1
hour by
cyclo
ride
through
Hanoi's
Old
Quarters
to
experience
daily
life of
people
who are
living
in the
oldest
parts of
the
city,
Enjoying
the
famous
traditional
water
puppetry
show in
Thang
Long
Theatre
where
you will
have
chance
to get a
general
picture
of the
daily
activities
typical
to
Vietnam's
rural
areas.
Overnight
at hotel
in
Hanoi.
Day 10:
Hanoi -
Halong
Bay
Morning
depart
for
Halong
Bay,
we
go
through
the
scenic
countryside.
The
wondrous
Halong
Bay
is
truly
one
of
Vietnam’s
most
impressive
scenic
sights.
Check-in
at
12:00
at
noon
and
embark
on a
junk
boat
for
an
exploration
of
the
legendary
Halong
Bay.
This
exciting
cruise
will
provide
us a
fantastic
view
of
the
picturesque
scenery
blending
with
the
sky
and
some
3,000
limestone
islands
rising
amazingly
from
the
clear
and
emerald
water.
The
limestone
karsts
formations
are
littered
with
beaches,
grottoes
and
beautiful
caves.
Along
the
way
we
will
anchor
for
a
leisurely
swim
in a
secluded
cove
and
an
enjoyable
visit
to
one
of
the
many
hidden
grottoes
beneath
towering
cliffs.
Stay
overnight
on
the
Junk
Cruise.
Day 11:
Halong
Bay -
Hanoi -
Hue
Waking
up and
having
breakfast
served
onboard.
Continue
cruising
around
the bay.
Having
brunch
before
disembarking
and van
will
pick you
up at
the pier
and
transfer
back to
Hanoi.
Stop
en-route
to
refresh
and then
you will
be
transferred
directly
to the
airport
to catch
late
afternoon
flight
to Hue.
Another
local
tour
guide
will
greet
and meet
you upon
arrival
and
transfer
to hotel
in Hue.
Overnight
at hotel
in Hue
City.
Day 12:
Touring
Hue
served
as
Vietnam's
capital
under
the
emperors
of the
Nguyen
Dynasty
from
1802 to
1945 and
the
city’s
regal
past can
still be
seen
inside
the
walls of
the
Citadel
and the
Imperial
City.
Both
were
heavily
damaged
during
the Tet
Offensive
of 1968
when the
Hue
served
as
Vietnam's
capital
under
the
emperors
of the
Nguyen
Dynasty
from
1802 to
1945 and
the
city’s
regal
past can
still be
seen
inside
the
walls of
the
Citadel
and the
Imperial
City.
Touring
the
ancient
Imperial
Citadel
Day 13:
Hue -
Hoi An
This
morning
we drive
to Hoi
An, we
will
cross
Hai Van
Pass
where
you will
have
magnificent
view of
the
China
Sea.
Stop at
Lang Co
to have
break.
Visit
the
fascinating
Cham
Museum,
famous
China
Beach
and the
Marble
Mountains
en route
to
charming
Hoi An.
Known as
Faifo to
early
Western
traders,
Hoi An
Ancient
Town is
an
exceptionally
well-preserved
example
of a
South-East
Asian
trading
port
dating
from the
15th to
the 19th
century.
Its
buildings
and its
street
plan
reflect
the
influences,
both
indigenous
and
foreign,
that
have
combined
to
produce
this
unique
heritage
site. At
leisure
for the
rest of
time.
Overnight
at hotel
in Hoi
An.
Day 14:
Hoi An
In
the
morning,
you will
enjoy a
walking
tour
with
first
stop is
the
bustling
fish and
vegetable
market
and then
we will
go
through
the Old
Quarters
to see
the
town's
landmarks
of
Japanese
Covered
Bridge,
ancient
Assembly
Hall, Phuc
Kien
Temple
and then
we take
a river
trip and
you will
enjoy
the
scenery
along
the Thu
Bon
River
and the
general
view of
Hoi An
Ancient
Town. It
transforms
itself
at
night,
when
many of
the
shops
hang
lanterns
outside.
We will
transfer
you back
to the
town and
rest of
time at
your own
leisure.
Hoi An
is well
know for
souvenir
shopping
with
great
prices
and also
famous
for its
large
number
of
tailor
shops,
so if
you want
to get a
cloth
tailor
made to
measure,
this is
the time
to do
it.
Overnight
in Hoi
An.
Day 15:
Hoi An -
Danang -
Nha
Trang
Free
at
leisure
until
we
transfer
you
to
Danang
airport
to
take
1
hour
flight
to
Nha
Trang
City
-
"The
Top
100
Best
Beach
&
Bay
City
in
the
World"
ranked
by
the
Forbes
and
Condé
Nast
Leisure
&
Travel
Magazine.
Nha
Trang
is a
popular
seaside
resort
known
for
its
palm-lined
white
sand
beaches
and
clear
turquoise
water.
Some
islands
in
Nha
Trang
are
paradise
for
those
who
are
interested
in
snorkeling
and
scuba
diving.
Check-in
and
rest
of
time
will
be
at
leisure.
Overnight
in
Nha
Trang.
Day 16:
Nha
Trang at
leisure
Cruising
down
river
and
enjoying
the
village
peaceful
life along the
banks of
Cai
River. The
trip
begins
with a
visit to
the Po
Nagar
Temples,
an
outstanding
example
of Cham
architecture,
situated
on Mount
Cu Lao
where
you can
have
panoramic
views of
the
surrounding.
From
here
board
the
riverboat
for the
leisurely
cruise
cruise
visiting
Cu Lao
Fish
market. Take
a horse
carriage
to visit
a wide
range of
local
handicrafts
in
production, you
can
enjoy
the
beautiful
scenery
that
unfolds
along
the
banks,
experience
and make
acquaintance
with
local
people
in their
natural
scenery
& daily
life. Next
stop will
be a
short
visit
to Pagoda
Orphanage
where it
shelters
and
cares
for over
120
abandoned,
orphaned
or
street
children.
We will
visit a
family
of local
people
and see
a
typical
Vietnamese
country
house in
the
countryside.
Transfer
you back
to the
city.
Overnight
at hotel
in Nha
Trang
Day 17:
Nha
Trang at
leisure
You will
be free
at
leisure
or make
your own
exploration
to the
city.
Overnight
at hotel
in Nha
Trang.
Day 18:
Nha
Trang -
Saigon
Transfer
to
Nha
Trang
and we
will
take a
short
flight
to Ho
Chi Minh
City,
which is
formerly
known as
Saigon,
Ho Chi
Minh
City is
a
sprawling
metropolis
that is
home to
over 5
million
people
and a
fast-paced
city
full of
contrasts
as
street
vendors
selling
fruit
and
vegetables
can be
seen
next to
glitzy
western-style
bars and
boutiques.
Saigon’s
history
is only
300
years
old. In
1859 the
city was
captured
by the
French
and
became
the
capital
of
Cochin
China.
From
1956
until
its
dramatic
demise
in April
1975 it
was the
capital
of the
US-backed
Republic
of
Vietnam.
Today,
Ho Chi
Minh
City is
very
much the
heart of
Vietnamese
business
and
entrepreneurs.
And yet
the city
still
retains
its
connections
to the
past,
particularly
in Cho
Lon,
Saigon’s
Chinatown.
Here
dozens
of
elegant
temples
and
pagodas
can be
seen.
The
French
also
left
their
mark
with
some
fine
colonial-era
buildings
such as
the
Notre
Dame
Cathedral
and the
Central
Post
Office.
Day 19:
Touring
city and
Cu Chi
Tunnels
Our
city
tour
will
help
you
to
see
the
best
of
Saigon.
In
the
morning
we
visit
the
historic
Reunification
Palace
and
War
Remnants
Museum,
followed
by
the
architectural
treats
of
French
colonial
Notre
Dame
Cathedral
and
the
Post
Office.
In
the
afternoon.
In
the
afternoon,
we
drive
to
Cu
Chi
district,
50
km
to
the
Northwest
of
Saigon
City.
On
arrival
watch
a
video
presentation
on
the
construction
of
the
tunnels
before
making
your
way
into
the
tunnels.
Here
you
can
spend
around
an
hour
exploring
the
maze
of
tunnels
and
also
view
the
various
mantraps
on
display
and
the
remains
of
an
American
tank
as
well
as
numerous
bomb
craters
made
by
500
pound
bombs
dropped
by
B52
bombers.
This
unique
experience
gives
a
fascinating
insight
into
what
underground
life
in
the
war
must
have
been
like.
The
return
journey
to
Ho
Chi
Minh
City.
Free
time
at
leisure
or
shopping
at
Ben
Thanh
Market
nearby.
Overnight
at
hotel
in
Saigon
Day 20:
Mekong
Delta
Tour
We
will
start
the
trip
at
07:30
am
and
head
for
Vinh
Long
province.
Boarding
our
beautiful
traditional
boat.
This
five
hour
river
cruise
takes
you
through
Vietnam’s
most
productive
agricultural
area.
Enjoy
the
beautiful
landscapes
of
coconut
palms,
sugar-cane
groves
and
fruit
orchards
from
the
vessel
as
you
head
to
the
Cai
Be
floating
market.
Here
you
can
cruise
through
the
colourful
barges
full
of
fruits
and
vegetables
and
then
proceed
to
local
home
factories
such
as
rice
paste
making,
rice
pop
corn,
coco
candies,
and
longans
drying
processing.
The
trip
continues
along
the
Mekong
canals
to
Dong
Hoa
Hiep
Island
located
between
Vinh
Long
and
Cai
Be.
Along
the
way
you
will
find
the
local
people
engaged
in
their
daily
tasks
and
see
brightly
coloured
Khemer
pagodas.
Stops
on
the
way
can
be
made
upon
request
for
particular
visits
or
photos
making.
These
evergreen
islands
among
the
Mekong
River
still
remain
unknown
to
many
people.
Arrive
at
La
Residence
de
Phu
An
resort
where
you
will
be
welcomed
and
served
Vietnamese
culinary
delights.
You
will
then
walk
along
a
narrow
canal
to
an
air-conditioned
vehicle
that
will
transport
you
back
to
Ho
Chi
Minh
City.
Overnight
at
hotel
in
Ho
Chi
Minh
City
Day 21:
Departure
Free at
leisure
until we
will
transfer
you to
the
airport
to take
your
flight
onward.
End of
service.
