We Love —
- Marvelling at the stunning natural beauty of Ha Long Bay, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity made complete by an overnight cruise through the emerald water.
- Discovering the incredible temples of Angkor Wat, a mystical wonder of the ancient world.
- Sampling the sweet and sour spice of Bangkok's world-famous street food amongst the hustle and bustle of the city's colourful street markets.
New Voyage Privé —
Carefully selected by our experts especially for you
Your Itinerary in Brief —
Embark on a 9-night, 10-day tour through the most beautiful sites of north Vietnam, before continuing to Cambodia and the breathtaking sight of Angkor Wat rising out of the jungle. Choose to extend your stay to a 12-night, 13-day tour and end your journey in Thailand's bustling capital, Bangkok!
Your itinerary:
9-night tour
Day 1: Arrive in Hanoi
Day 2: Hanoi
Day 3: Hanoi - Pu Luong
Day 4: Pu Luong
Day 5 : Pu Luong - Ninh Binh
Day 6: Ninh Binh - Ha Long Bay
Day 7: Ha Long Bay - Hanoi - flight to Siem Reap
Day 8: Siem Reap
Day 9: Siem Reap
Day 10: Depart Siem Reap
12-night tour
Day 10: Siem Reap - flight to Bangkok
Day 11: Bangkok
Day 12: Bangkok
Day 13: Depart from Bangkok
Please note that the itinerary of your tour is subject to change.
Your Itinerary in Detail —
DAY 1: HANOI
Vietnam's capital, Hanoi, is the second most populated city in the country. Despite its recent rapid development, the city has retained many of its cultural traditions, and its ochre-coloured colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards and picturesque lakes make it a charming place to visit.
- On arrival, meet a local guide who will transfer you to your hotel (check-in time: 2pm)
- Night in Hanoi
DAY 2: HANOI
- Enjoy a free day to explore the city independently
- Optional city tour (additional cost)
- Night in Hanoi. Breakfast included
DAY 3: HANOI - PU LUONG
Pu Luong Nature Reserve sits among lush mountain landscapes and rice fields 4 hours from Hanoi. Terraced land tumbles down from the mountains in stacks, and friendly locals are happy to chat about their life in this natural paradise.
- Drive to Pu Luong Nature Reserve (4 hours)
- Afternoon exploring or relaxing at the retreat
- Night in Pu Luong. Breakfast and lunch included
Please note: suggested afternoon hike is 5km up and down. The hike requires good walking shoes, long trousers and sun protection
DAY 4: PU LUONG
Descend into the valley on foot and explore the hidden villages and lush tropical forest. Cycle through farmland, fields, ponds, rivers and mountains. End you day at beautiful Hieu Waterfall.
- Exploring the area on foot and by bike
- Night in Pu Luong. Breakfast and lunch included
Please note: hike is 5km on flat terrain. Bike ride is 12km on flat terrain
DAY 5: PU LUONG - NINH BINH
Ninh Binh province is abundant in green valleys, where majestic Karst mountains jut out from the river. A skilled local oarsman will take you on a slow rowing boat journey along the winding rivers. Observe the expansive mountain views and beautiful waterways of the rice fields along the river. Explore the Thai Vi Temple and continue to Bich Dong, a beautiful cave. Climb up Ngu Nhac Son (Buddha Palm Mountain) to enjoy the wonderful scenery of mountains, rivers and pagodas.
- Explore the surrounding villages
- Continue to Ninh Binh province (3 hours)
- Check-in at your hotel
- Explore the local area by foot and in a rowing boat
- Return to your hotel
- Night in Ninh Binh. Breakfast and lunch included
DAY 6: NINH BINH - HA LONG BAY
Ha Long Bay is a natural wonder of the world, located in north Vietnam. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. The bay is known for its iconic towering limestone karsts and emerald-green waters.
- Leave Ninh Binh for Ha Long Bay (3 hours)
- Board your cruise and enjoy a welcome drink
- Lunch in the dining room
- Bamboo boat ride and swimming
- Cooking demonstration
- Dinner on board
- Night on Ha Long Bay cruise. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
Please note: this itinerary will be changed to suit boat availability or weather conditions. English-speaking guide on board is a shared guide.
DAY 7: HA LONG BAY - HANOI - SIEM REAP
- Sunrise Tai Chi session
- Sail into Ha Long Bay
- Cave tour
- Disembark around noon
- Transfer to Hanoi airport for flight to Siem Reap, Cambodia.
- Transfer from the airport to the hotel by your guide
- Night in Siem Reap. Brunch included
DAY 8: SIEM REAP
The ruins of the ancient city of Angkor are one of the wonders of the world. It is a vast and mysterious complex of towering blocks of laterite and sandstone, unknown to the world until French naturalist Henri Mouhot stumbled upon it in 1861.
- Visit Ta Prohn (the Tomb Raider temple), Angkor Thom, Bayon temple, Phimeanakas, and the elephant terrace
- Lunch in a restaurant
- Visit Angkor Wat temple to watch the sunset
- Night in Siem Reap. Breakfast and lunch included
DAY 9: SIEM REAP
- Free day to explore
- Night in Siem Reap. Breakfast included
DAY 10: DEPART SIEM REAP
- Free time until your transfer to the airport for your flight home, or to Bangkok if you choose the 12-night tour. Breakfast included
Please note: check-out time is 12pm
DAY 10: SIEM REAP - BANGKOK
Touchdown in Thailand and transfer to your hotel
- Free afternoon to explore
- Night in Bangkok. Breakfast included
DAY 11 & 12: BANGKOK
- Free days to explore
- Nights in Bangkok. Breakfasts included
DAY 13: DEPART BANGKOK
- Transfer from hotel to airport
- Fly home
- Breakfast included
Please note: check-out is at 12pm
Your Hotels —
Hand-picked Just For You
Throughout your tour, you will be staying in comfortable rooms in expertly chosen 4* and 5* hotels (* rating dependent on the offer chosen.)
4 and 5* hotels
- Hanoi: The Q 4* - Deluxe Room
- Pu Luong: Pu Luong Retreat 4* - Double Room
- Ninh Binh: Ninh Binh Hidden Charm 4* - Superior Room
- Ha Long Bay or Lan Ha Bay: Indochine Cruise 5* - Junior Suite
- Siem Reap: Lotus Blanc 4* - Landmark Room
- Bangkok (if choosing the extension): Golden Tulip Mandison Suites Sukhumvit 20 4* - Deluxe Room
5* hotels (except in Pu Luong & Ninh Binh, where you will stay in Superior 4* hotels)
- Hanoi: Melia Hotel 5* - Deluxe Room
- Pu Luong: Pu Luong Retreat 4* - Deluxe Room
- Ninh Binh: Emeralda Resort 4* - Superior Room
- Ha Long Bay or Lan Ha Bay: Indochine Cruise 5* - Junior Suite
- Siem Reap : FCC Angkor by Avani Hotel 5* - Deluxe Room
- Bangkok (if choosing the extension) The Landmark Bangkok 5* - Premium Room
In case of unavailability of the hotels listed in the itinerary, accommodation in hotels of a similar category will be provided.
Your Dining Choices
You will enjoy a Bed and Breakfast board basis throughout your tour and extension (if you choose it). There are other delicious meals included throughout your stay - please see the itinerary for details.
Your Optional Excursions —
Day 2: Hanoi City Highlights - Full Day - Private Tour - min. 2 people
Enjoy a private tour of beautiful Hanoi. Duration: 8.30am - 4pm.
Day 9: Phnom Kulen Waterfalls and Floating Village - Private Day Trip - min. 2 people
Enjoy an adventure out to the majestic Phnom Kulen waterfalls.
Your Journey to Vietnam —
Flights:
You may choose from Economy, Premium or Business class flights on sectors that they operate, at the next stage of the booking process. The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Your Destinations —
Hanoi
Year-on-year, Vietnam is becoming a more popular holiday destination as people start to discover all that this beautiful and fascinating country has to offer.
The attraction of a holiday to Vietnam is evident when you consider its unique cultural and historical heritage set in an unspoilt, diverse and engaging landscape.
Whilst Vietnam is an extraordinary country to explore, an increasing number of tourists are going simply to relax; with over 3,000 km of coastline, stunning white sand beaches and a number of luxury resorts.
Siem Reap
A bustling resort town in northwestern Cambodia, Siem Reap has been beckoning travellers for decades, in part thanks to its proximity to breathtaking Angkor, once the capital city of the Khmer Empire. However, crowds are still drawn to the city centre, which boasts a mix of French colonial and Chinese architecture, as well as lively restaurants, popular backpacking hotels, and local markets.
No trip to the city would be complete without exploring the ruins of Angkor, a historic city that thrived between the 9th and 15th centuries. Now a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, visitors can wander among the decorative sandstone buildings, which number over one thousand! The most famous of all sights at Angkor is Angkor Wat, an immense temple and the largest religious monument in the world. If you can, catch a sunrise or sunset at the temple, before returning to Siem Reap to explore its street food scene - make sure to try the classic sour fish soup, and brace yourself for a sip of the traditional rice wine!
Bangkok
The colourful and exhilarating capital city of Thailand, Bangkok is an exotic sight to behold for any traveller, whether you frequent the city, or this is your first visit. With a hectic mix of cosmopolitan modernity and old-world charm, Bangkok offers an immersive stay in Thailand.
Dotted with a staggering 400 Buddhist temples, embrace the culture of the city as you walk side by side with saffron-robed monks, and then be amazed by the revered Grand Palace and grandeur of Wat Phra Kaew (Royal Temple). Take a cruise down the Chao Phraya River and watch the hustle and bustle of everyday like or escape the crowds and venture to the back streets of the old Portuguese quarter.
Foodies will be enthralled by the flavourful cuisine served at Yaowarat Street (China Town) and Sukhumvit Soi 38, but none compares to Khao San Road - Bangkok's infamous backpacker strip, but a must for local cuisine, cheap drinks and lots of souvenirs. If you have the time, visit Bangkok's only Michelin-Star street food restaurant and see Raan Jay Fai at work! For those who love to shop, the legendary MBK Centre shopping mall is busy with tourists and locals alike. An evening in Sukhumvit is not to be missed and with the ease of the BTS Skytrain, you'll be able to venture back and forth between the many districts of the city.
