Grand Tour of Indochina
Days 1-2 : Fly to Saigon
Fly overnight to Saigon.
Day 3 : Discover Saigon
Sightseeing today includes a visit to Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum. We also visit Ben Thanh Market.
Day 4 : Mekong Delta Cruise
Cruise on the Mekong River to explore the Delta. Later return to Saigon.
Day 5 : Cu Chi Tunnels & Tay Ninh
Explore the amazing network of Cu Chi Tunnels before travelling to Tay Ninh to attend the noon service at the Cao Dai Temple, one of the most striking structures in Asia. Return to Saigon.
Days 6-7 : Explore Hoi An
Fly to Danang and transfer to Hoi An, stopping at the Marble Mountains en route. The next day, enjoy a walking tour of Hoi An; visit the Japanese Bridge, Hoi An Market and a local Chinese Pagoda.
Days 8-9 : Imperial Citadel, Hue
Travel to Hue, the former historic capital of Vietnam during the Nguyen Dynasty and visit the UNESCO World Heritage Royal Tomb of Minh Mang. The next day, enjoy a cyclo ride to the Imperial Citadel, visit Thien Mu Pagoda and take a boat trip on the Perfume River.
Day 10 : Discover Hanoi
Fly to Hanoi, a charming and historic city. Sightseeing includes a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Quarter and Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum (closed Sep-Dec), Stilt House, One Pillar Pagoda, the Temple of Literature – also enjoy a walking tour of the Old Quarter. Later, board the overnight train to Sapa.
Days 11-12 : Explore Sapa Countryside
Over the next two days, explore the local area and visit colourful markets, minority villages and spectacular valleys. On the second night, board the overnight train to Hanoi.
Day 13 : Hanoi Water Puppets
Arrive in Hanoi and visit the Ethnology Museum. In the evening, see a performance of the famous Water Puppets.
Days 14-15 : Halong Bay Junk Cruise
Travel to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong Bay, Vietnam’s most iconic attraction. Enjoy seafood meals whilst cruising between the nearby islands and stay overnight on board a traditional Junk Boat. Return to Hanoi the following day.
Day 16 : Fly to Luang Prabang
Fly to Luang Prabang. Sightseeing by tuk-tuk includes a visit to Wat Visoune, Wat Xieng Thong, Wat Sene and the National Museum. Afterwards, climb Phousi Hill for breathtaking views over the city.
Day 17 : Experience Luang Prabang
Rise early to watch a Takbat Alms Giving Ceremony, then enjoy a cruise along the Mekong River to see the Pak Ou Caves. Return to Luang Prabang and visit Ban Xang Khong Village en route.
Day 18 : Luang Prabang
This morning, see the spectacular Kuang Si Waterfalls. Return to Luang Prabang stopping at Ock Pop Tok Weaving Centre.
Day 19 : Journey to Vang Vieng
Visit the lively local market at Phouk Houn.
Day 20 : Explore Vang Vieng
Explore the Tham Chang and Tham Loup Caves before walking through the countryside along the Nam Song River.
Day 21 : Discover Vientiane
Continue south to Vientiane. This afternoon, visit the Patuxai Victory Monument, Wat Si Saket, Wat Phra Keo and That Luang Stupa. This evening take in a traditional Lao dinner and dance show.
Day 22 : Fly to Phnom Penh
Fly to Phnom Penh. Visit the Royal Palace, National Museum and the Silver Pagoda, home to the Emerald Buddha.
Day 23 : Explore Phnom Penh
Visit Wat Phnom, the children of the Aspara Association and the Tuol Sleng Museum of Genocidal Crimes.
Day 24 : Fly to Siem Reap
This morning visit Wat Phnom before transferring to the airport for your flight to Siem Reap. Explore Banteay Srei, a Hindu temple before taking in the sunset from the summit of Pre Rup.
Day 25 : Explore Angkor Wat
Drive to the fortified city of Angkor Thom. Starting at Ta Prohm, you’ll continue to The Bayon, which is beautifully carved with numerous striking faces. Also visit the Elephant Terrace, the Terrace of the Leper King and the magnificent Angkor Wat.
Day 26 : Tonle Sap
Travel by boat to see the floating villages, along Tonle Sap. Continue to the lesser visited Temple of Beng Mealea.
Days 27-28 : Fly Siem Reap to UK
Fly overnight to the UK, arriving home the following day
Tour includes:
all international airfares
all domestic transportation, departure taxes and current fuel surcharges
all accommodation
all meals
entrance fees, guides and daily tours
visa fees for UK passport holders (except Laos)
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