Southeast Asia Escapade in 15-Day Exploration (Cambodia/Laos/Thailand/Vietnam) – All Included Package

Siem Reap - Luang Prabang - Bangkok - Ho Chi Minh - Hanoi - Halong Bay

15 Days 14 Nights
Max People: 15
Wifi Available
Jan 01’ - Dec 31'
Age range: 2 to 90
Pickup: Airport

Introduction

Start in Siem Reap and end in Hanoi! With the In-depth Cultural tour Unveiling the Heart of Southeast Asia in 15 days (Cambodia/Laos/Thailand/Vietnam), you have a 15 days tour package taking you through Siem Reap, Cambodia and 7 other destinations in Asia. Unveiling the Heart of Southeast Asia in 15 days (Cambodia/Laos/Thailand/Vietnam) includes accommodation in a hotel as well as flights, an expert guide, meals, transport and more.

Be amazed by the magnificent temple complex of Angkor Wat.
Swim in the turquoise pools or walk along the forest trails in the beautiful Khuangsi Waterfall.
Explore the must-see and stunning temples in Bangkok.
Sit back and relax on a boat ride along the mighty Mekong Delta.
Embark on an overnight cruise in stunning Halong Bay.

Places You’ll See

Itinerary

Day 1Welcome to Cambodia - Siem Reap arrival

Your trip begins with arrival in Cambodia. Your private driver will meet and greet you at the airport. You will be escorted to the hotel by the private transportation. Check-in to the hotel and get over the jet lag.

You can mooch through the streets of the city. Historic charm, architectural marvels, and products’ variety are splashed all over this area.

After enjoying the first day yourself and return to the hotel for a relaxing sleep.

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Overnight in Siem Reap

3 Stars – Angkor Holiday or similar

4 Stars – Somdevi Angkor or similar

5 Stars – Angkor Miracle or similar

Day 2 Explore The Ancient Temples Of Khmer (B)

Start your sightseeing tour of Angkor area we spend a full day exploring the wondrous ancient ruins with the South Gate of Angkor Thom, which is famous for its series of colossal human faces carved in stone, the impressive Bayon Temple, the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace, the Terrace of the Leper King and the largest as well as the most complete temple of Angkor Wat. This architectural masterpiece was constructed in the 12th century and covers an area of about 210 hectares. We stroll around this massive edifice, seeing the many galleries with columns, libraries, pavilions, courtyards, and ponds full of water reflecting the towering temple and the jungle-covered temple of Ta Prohm is an incredible sight. There are enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers which embrace themselves in the stone foundations of the structure giving the impression of man’s creation being reclaimed by the powerful forces of nature.

Day 3Siem Reap fly to Luang Prabang (B)

Relish the remaining moment in Siem Reap before your private driver escorts you to the airport to take the flight to Laos. When you arrive in Luang Prabang, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation in the heart of the city. The rest of the time is free at leisure.

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Overnight in Luang Prabang

3 Stars – Villa Chitdara or similar

4 Stars – Maison Dalabua or similar

5 Stars – Sofitel Luang Prabang or similar

Day 4Visit Local Villages and Khuangsi Waterfall (B)

An optional early start gives you the fantastic opportunity to participate in the daily morning rituals of saffron-clad monks collecting offerings of Alms (ubiquitous sticky rice) from the faithful residents. This tradition is very unique in Laos, being the only Buddhist nation still preserving the procession.

From there you will visit the Morning Market, where you will see such diverse offerings as dried buffalo skin and local tea among the chickens, vegetables and hill-tribe weavings. Laos is also known for its traditional crafts, and today you will visit local villages of Lao ethnic minority groups at Ban Ouray, Hmong Village, Ban Ou, Laoloum Village and Ban Thapene, Khmu Village, then drive to the beautiful Khouangsi Waterfall where you can cool off with a refreshing swim in the turqoise pools or walk along the forest trails.

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Overnight in Luang Prabang

3 Stars – Villa Chitdara or similar

4 Stars – Maison Dalabua or similar

5 Stars – Sofitel Luang Prabang or similar

Day 5Luang Prabang City tour (B)

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and start your city exploration by visiting Wat Visoun, the site of the impressive Thad Makmo stupa, which was constructed in 1514, and is also known as the Watermelon stupa. Its rounded dome has Sinhalese elements in style. Continue your exploration and visit Wat Aham. and the most photographed temple, Vat Xiengthong, which is located in the picturesque area at the end of the peninsular by the confluence of the Mekong and Khan rivers.

In the afternoon, we will visit the former Royal Palace, now the National Museum, where you will see the royal religious relics, paintings, weapons, and jewels of the crown. Later head to Wat Mai, a temple renowned for its golden bas-relief. Closer to the evening we will climb up to Phousi hill where you enjoy the sunset and the panoramic view of Luang Prabang town.

Overnight in Luang Prabang

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Overnight in Luang Prabang

3 Stars – Villa Chitdara or similar

4 Stars – Maison Dalabua or similar

5 Stars – Sofitel Luang Prabang or similar

Day 6Luang Prabang fly to Bangkok (B)

Have breakfast at the hotel, have free leisure time until there will be a private cab to transfer you to the airport, and be ready for the next flight to Bangkok.

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Overnight in Bangkok

3 Stars – True Siam Rangnam or similar

4 Stars – Century Park Hotel or similar

5 Stars – Amari Watergate hotel or similar

Day 7Explore the Amazing Temples of Bangkok (B)

Have breakfast at the hotel and get ready for today’s sightseeing. We will take you through the hustle and bustle of Bangkok to visit Wat Traimit, a visually stunning temple in China Town. Here you will see one of the largest solid gold Buddha statue (5.5 tones of the precious metal). Continue to visit Wat Po, the home of the famous 45-meter reclining Buddha. This temple also used to be the original school of traditional Thai massage.

The afternoon is free at your leisure.

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Overnight in Bangkok

3 Stars – True Siam Rangnam or similar

4 Stars – Century Park Hotel or similar

5 Stars – Amari Watergate hotel or similar

Day 8Bangkok fly to Ho Chi Minh (B)

Breakfast at the Hotel. Free day at leisure.

There are no activities planned for today. Enjoy your free time until transfer to the airport for your next flight to Ho Chi Minh, Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, our driver will meet you and transfer you to your accommodation in the city center. Have rest after the flight and explore the city at your own pace.

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Overnight in Ho Chi Minh

3 Stars – Prague Hotel or similar

4 Stars – Alagon Sai Gon Hotel or similar

5 Stars – The Myst Dong Khoi or similar

Day 9Mekong Delta Exploration (B/L) - join a group tour

Leaving the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City and start your trip to depart for My Tho, the town lies on the left side of the Mekong River. Upon arrival, visit Vinh Trang pagoda which sated back to the late 19th century. Then boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands.

Stop over at Unicorn Island, go walking around country lane and seeing orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, folk song music which performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation.

Riding a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal and treat yourself in the beauty of the countryside, visit the family business, visit honey-bee farm, enjoy honey tea and coconut candy workshop.

Have lunch at local restaurant. Break time.

In the afternoon, time for cycling around the Tan Thach village, meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong delta. Hammock relaxing and enjoy cool breeze for those can’t join the cycling trip. Return to Ho Chi Minh City.

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Overnight in Ho Chi Minh

3 Stars – Prague Hotel or similar

4 Stars – Alagon Sai Gon Hotel or similar

5 Stars – The Myst Dong Khoi or similar

Day 10Explore the Maze of Cu Chi Tunnels (B)

Start 8:00 AM – END 2:30 PM

Cu Chi Tunnels is a legendary underground system of over 220 km of tunnels, a must-see for both Vietnamese and foreign travelers who are interested in the history of the Vietnam War. The tunnels are now a historical structure of Vietnam and are considered a heroic district for the role they played in the resistance to US forces during the Vietnam War.

The tunnels are located approximately 60km from Ho Chi Minh City. The tour departs at 8:00 am from your hotel in district 1. Enjoy the scenery along the way, as we pass the lush, endless rice fields and the ducks are water buffaloes swimming in the rivers. You might find it hard to imagine that once the area was almost completely destroyed by bombs and mines from the war, when Cu Chi was a “free target zone “.

Once we arrive, you will get a chance to walk through some of the tunnels, discover the hidden corners and imagine what life was like here for the resistance soldiers. If you like, try to cook with the smokeless stoves used by Vietnamese soldiers to cook during the war. You can even try foods which the soldiers lived on. If you’re feeling brave, or curious, you can even try your hand at shooting at AK-47, one of the guns used during the war.

Head back to the city in the afternoon; the tour finishes at 2:30 PM.

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Overnight in Ho Chi Minh

3 Stars – Prague Hotel or similar

4 Stars – Alagon Sai Gon Hotel or similar

5 Stars – The Myst Dong Khoi or similar

Day 11Ho Chi Minh fly to Hanoi (B)

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel and have a relaxing time before your driver transfers you to the airport for your flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival in Hanoi, our driver will meet you at the airport holding the signboard with your name and will take you to your hotel.

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Overnight in Hanoi

3 Stars – Mina Hotel similar

4 Stars – Tirant Hotel or similar

5 Stars – Apricot Hotel or similar

Day 12Experience Vietnamese Lifestyle In The Countryside (B/L)

Location: Moc village, Ba Vi district, Hanoi (About 68km from central Hanoi city, about 1.5 hours by car)

Highlight:

Harvesting tea leaves on a traditional, 30-year-old Tea Plantation

Cooking with a friendly local host

Visiting local workshops in the village

Cycling across the rice field and villages

Traditional Foot Soak with herbs following the traditional recipes of Muong ethnic minority

08:00 – Private guide and car pick you up at your hotel/residence.

09:30 – Arrive to Ri village where you will start the trip at your host’s house with a welcome drink. Meet Duoc (Mr.) – a Vietnam War veteran and tea-farm owner who tells historical stories with his own experience.

10:00 – Follow Duoc to his vast tea-farm and learn how to harvest tea leaves. This is a green and peaceful place where you can enjoy beautiful scenery of the village. You may then help him pick tea leaves, and be shown how to collect the best part of the tea tree to make the most wonderful beverage of Vietnam – the traditional tea. Carry on with the process of producing tea at his small workshop, most of the works there are manual.

11:15 – Have a ten-minute drive to visit another host family in Moc village where you will enjoy a fun cooking class with Chin (Mrs.). She will show you how to cook some Vietnamese dishes and you will then enjoy lunch with food you helped cook.

13:30 – Stroll around the village and visit some local families to understand rural lifestyle and learn how tofu, conical hat and other local products are made.

14:45 – Enjoy a cycling trip through beautiful paddy fields and interact with local farmers by chance.

15:30 – Wrap up your countryside tour by a traditional foot bathing in warm water with herbs, following the traditional recipes of Muong ethnic minority. This will relay you (and your feet!) after cycling around the village.

16:00 – Drive back to your hotel/residence in Hanoi.

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Overnight in Hanoi

3 Stars – Mina Hotel similar

4 Stars – Tirant Hotel or similar

5 Stars – Apricot Hotel or similar

Day 13Cruising To The Natural Wonder Of The World (B/L/D)

Halong Bay is a natural wonder of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site, and once you arrive there, you will understand why. Get ready to be amazed by the world’s most breathtaking views, and have a relaxing time on the cruise, enjoying the exciting activities we have prepared for you.

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and leave Hanoi for Halong Bay.

The cruise team will meet you at the hotel lobby between 8:00-9:00 am (we will confirm the exact time the day before the tour).

Arrive at the jetty around noon and take a boat to the cruise. After a welcome onboard and check-in, lunch will be served while the cruise is making its way through the hundreds of islets.

In the afternoon, enjoy some activities such as swimming and kayaking or visiting caves (depending on each boat’s itinerary), or just spend relaxing time on board.

Towards the end of the day, the boat sets anchor for the night in a beautiful place, so don’t miss the sunset before having dinner.

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Overnight in Halong Bay

3 Stars – Le Journey Cruise or similar

4 Stars – La Pandora Cruise Halong or similar

5 Stars – Doris Cruise or similar

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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Note:

In case of bad weather, the itinerary might be changed or canceled if the boats will be not allowed to leave the port. Your travel consultant will plan other arrangements for you in this case.

Day 14Morning Rise With The Dragon In The Bay (B/L)

The sun rises on Halong in the morning, and breakfast is served while the vessel cruises slowly back toward the port. Enjoy an early lunch before arriving at the port and disembarking. You will be transferred back to Hanoi. The rest of the day is free to explore the city on your own.

Overnight in Hanoi

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 15Time To Say Goodbye - Hanoi Departure (B)

Relish a healthy breakfast on the final day of your trip. Complete the hotel check-out formalities after which you can visit the local markets and buy souvenirs for your loved ones. Later, proceed for departure and board your flight back home. Trip Ends.

Accommodations

Hotel list (3 stars)

Hanoi: Mina Hotel similar

Halong Bay: Le Journey Cruise or similar

Ho Chi Minh: Prague Hotel or similar

Siem Reap: Angkor Holiday or similar

Bangkok: True Siam Rangnam or similar

Luang Prabang: Villa Chitdara or similar

Hotel list (4 stars)

Hanoi: Tirant Hotel or similar

Halong Bay: La Pandora Cruise Halong or similar

Ho Chi Minh: Alagon Sai Gon Hotel or similar

Siem Reap: Somdevi Angkor or similar

Bangkok: Century Park Hotel or similar

Luang Prabang – Maison Dalabua or similar

Hotel list (5 stars)

Hanoi: Apricot Hotel or similar

Halong Bay: Doris Cruise or similar

Ho Chi Minh: The Myst Dong Khoi or similar

Siem Reap: Angkor Miracle or similar

Bangkok – Amari Watergate hotel or similar

Luang Prabang – Sofitel Luang Prabang or similar

Check-in room at 14:00 // Check-out room at 12:00 noon (Except Early check-in or Late check-out mentioned in the program)

What's Included

Inclusive

Flights

Include all domestic and international flight tickets

(Flights with 20kg allowance luggage included)

Guide

Experienced English Speaking Guide

Meals

15 breakfasts

5 lunches

1 dinner

This tour offers Vegetarian and Vegan food options on request. Simply let our Customer Support team know the food option that you prefer.

Transport

Private vechile (pick up/drop off service, excursions)

Air-conditioned bus to Halong Bay

Boat on Halong Bay

Additional Services

Private door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services

Halong Bay cruise program with in-house guide on board

Kayaking boat in Ha Long bay (if any)

All sightseeing tickets as per itinerary

Tissues and water on coach

Exclusive

Beverage, Personal expenses, tips and gratuities

Visa stamp fees upon arival ($25)

Map

FAQ

What are the cancellation policies and how can I change mine?

+ More than 60 days prior to arrival date: 10% cancellation charge + airfare cancellation fees.

+ 30 – 50 days prior to arrival date: 20% + airfare cancellation fees.

+ 29 – 15 days prior to arrival date: 40% + airfare cancellation fees.

+ 14 – 8 days prior to arrival date: 80% + airfare cancellation fees.

+ 7 days prior to arrival date: 100 % (that all the flight tickets in the package are non-refundable.)

+ No show: 100% (that all the flight tickets in the package are non-refundable.)

Any policies are in place for children?

The rate for children applicable for child sharing a room or cabin with two adults:

For infant (<02 years old): FOC except international and domestic flight tickets cost (If any)
02 – 11 years old: 90% of adult’s rate.
Child from 12 years old and above will pay as adult.

All tickets: Based on each airlines policy, the price for children will be applied at time of booking.

What are the typical steps in the payment process?

Deposit: In order to secure your spot for the tour, an amount 10% of land service are required to pay (the amount vary based each on tour basis). The amount should be made via bank transfer or our online payment method. After receiving the deposit of your tour, a voucher confirmation will be sent to you within 24-48 hours. Some airfares or services must be paid in full at the time of booking.

Final payment: The balance of your tour will be made one month before the travel date. Payment by bank transfer or online payment is accepted.

I'm a solo traveller, is there a single supplement?

All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing

Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request

Will be there any alterations of the itinerary?

Alterations to your itinerary before the booking is processed are happily processed free of charge. We want to provide the best tour possible for you.

Alterations, after you have received your booking confirmation letter, will attract a fee of $10 USD per request.

Vietnam Tour Fun reserves the right to modify the itinerary of the tour if air schedule or surface transportation changes, and/or events beyond its control make such alteration necessary.

In this event, any of the increase or reduction of the tour cost will be calculated and charged accordingly.

If the tour is to be changed at the request of the client(s), the client will be required to pay any additional cost in advance.

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Southeast Asia Escapade in 15-Day Exploration (Cambodia/Laos/Thailand/Vietnam) – All Included Package

Introduction

Places You’ll See

Itinerary

Day 1Welcome to Cambodia - Siem Reap arrival

Day 2 Explore The Ancient Temples Of Khmer (B)

Day 3Siem Reap fly to Luang Prabang (B)

Day 4Visit Local Villages and Khuangsi Waterfall (B)

Day 5Luang Prabang City tour (B)

Day 6Luang Prabang fly to Bangkok (B)

Day 7Explore the Amazing Temples of Bangkok (B)

Day 8Bangkok fly to Ho Chi Minh (B)

Day 9Mekong Delta Exploration (B/L) - join a group tour

Day 10Explore the Maze of Cu Chi Tunnels (B)

Day 11Ho Chi Minh fly to Hanoi (B)

Day 12Experience Vietnamese Lifestyle In The Countryside (B/L)

Day 13Cruising To The Natural Wonder Of The World (B/L/D)

Day 14Morning Rise With The Dragon In The Bay (B/L)

Day 15Time To Say Goodbye - Hanoi Departure (B)

Accommodations

Hotel list (3 stars)

Hotel list (4 stars)

Hotel list (5 stars)

What's Included

Inclusive

Flights

Guide

Meals

Transport

Additional Services

Exclusive

Beverage, Personal expenses, tips and gratuities

Visa stamp fees upon arival ($25)

Map

FAQ

What are the cancellation policies and how can I change mine?

Any policies are in place for children?

What are the typical steps in the payment process?

I'm a solo traveller, is there a single supplement?

Will be there any alterations of the itinerary?

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