This is the complete Indochina - a grand adventure through Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam that immerses us in the region's rich historic and cultural heritage. Vibrant and busting Bangkok is the quintessential Asian city that doesn't sleep - a great place to start our journey. With its laid-back charm, Laos is sure to captivate. The Mekong River remains its lifeblood, but we find the country's heart and soul in the former royal enclave of Luang Prabang. The Plain of Jars stand as a sentinel to a mysterious past, whilst Vientiane must be one of the world's most relaxed capital cities. Cambodia beckons with the glories of the Angkor period that is still evident in the magnificent temples and monuments carved from stone. Phnom Penh is like a 'phoenix rising from the ashes', as it leaves its recent turbulent past behind. Beautiful Vietnam completes our Indochina adventure with its traces of French colonialism intersperse with the glorious oriental heritage of the Vietnamese people. Exciting Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), magical Hoi An, colonial Hanoi and spectacular Halong Bay all combine to make up a stunning kaleidoscope.
Itinerary
| Day 1 |
(Sat) Arrive in Bangkok and transfer to hotel. |
| Day 2 |
City tour of Bangkok. Fly to Chiang Rai. |
| Day 3 |
Cross border into Laos. Boat to Pakbeng. |
| Day 4 |
Boat to Luang Prabang, stopping en route at Pak Ou Caves and Ban Sang Hai. |
| Day 5 |
Watch monks on alms round and explore historic temples and the former Royal Palace. Visit Kuang Si Falls. |
| Day 6 |
Drive to Phonsavan and visit the Plain of Jars. |
| Days 7-8 |
Fly to Vientiane. City tour including Patuxai, Wat Si Saket, Wat Prakeo and Pha That Luang. |
| Day 9 |
Fly to Siem Reap. |
| Day 10 |
Guided tour of Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm and Angkor Wat. |
| Day 11 |
Visit Banteay Srei and Preah Khan. Lunch at Sala Bai Hotel School and free time to explore Siem Reap. |
| Day 12 |
Fly to Phnom Penh. |
| Day 13 |
Visit Royal Palace, Tuol Sleng and Killing Fields. |
| Day 14 |
Fly to Saigon. |
| Day 15 |
Explore city and visit Cu Chi Tunnels. |
| Day 16 |
Fly to Danang. Visit Marble Mountain, China Beach and drive to Hoi An. |
| Day 17 |
Cyclo tour around Hoi An and free time to explore. |
| Day 18 |
Fly to Hanoi and enjoy city tour of Vietnam's capital. |
| Day 19 |
Drive to Halong Bay. Boat cruise on bay, staying onboard overnight. |
| Day 20 |
Complete cruise on Halong Bay and return to Hanoi. |
| Day 21 |
Tour ends in Hanoi after breakfast (Fri). |