Vietnam – Cambodia & Thailand Vacation

Right after landing on Noi Bai Airport, you are picked up and transferred to hotel. In the remainder of the day is free at your leisure.

Breakfast at the hotel.

After breakfast, visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (closed every Monday and Thursday), a memorial dedicated to the Vietnamese leader, the body of the great president of Vietnam located in the middle of the Ba Dinh square. Then we visit his place of work , his house on stilts and the Pagoda on a pillar. Then it’s time for some tourist attractions such as the Museum of Fine Arts and the Temple of Literature (closed every Monday and Thursday), Hoan Kiem lake and the Temple of Ngoc Son.

The day ends with the marionette show on the water.

Overnight in Ha Noi.

From Hanoi, we depart for Halong Bay. Our journey takes us through the lush green fields of the Red River Delta to the coast and beautiful Halong Bay whose name means “an Ascending Dragon”. We will arrive in time for a delicious, fresh, seafood lunch on our junk which will cruise this secluded bay so we can marvel at some of the 2-3000 limestone peaks that emerge from the emerald water. We have the opportunity to view a spectacular cave crammed with stalactites and stalagmites, and weather permitting to swim in the clear waters surrounding our boat. We can also kayak to explore some of the hidden charms in part of the bay before spending the night on board.

Continue sailing and take a row boat to visit one of the most impressive cave in the Bay where you can enjoy the beauty of nature. After an early lunch on board your junk you will disembark and head back to Hanoi. Upon arrival, take a rest and then continue for an interesting walking around 4 km in the Old Quarter along the perimeter of the market, dozens of stalls, street hawkers sell a variety of produce from live seafood to exotic fruits and spices. Give you an insight into the intricacies and traditions of Vietnamese food culture including details on ingredients and historical backgrounds of popular northern dishes.
Special thing is some popular authentic food in lovely mini restaurants (not luxury restaurants) where you feel comfortable to sit down and enjoy some favorite dishes and nice drinks too such as Banh My Hanoi (Hanoi bread), Pho Ga/ Bo (Chicken/Beef Noodle) or Cha Ca…drink Bia Hoi (Hanoi fresh beer) or Ca Phe Trung (Coffee with Egg). Come back to our hotel for overnight.

Today your trip will visit the Temple of Literature. In 1076, Vietnam’s first university Quoc Tu Giam, was established within a temple to educate Vietnam’s royalty, mandarins and members of the elite. The university functioned for an incredible 700 years and its gardens and well-preserved architecture offer a fascinating glimpse into Vietnam’s past.
Visit The One Pillar Pagoda, founded by King Ly Thai To in 1049, next. This structure is one of Vietnam’s most iconic temples. Close by is the mausoleum of the historic father figure of modern Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh, and the former presidents house on stilts where he lived from 1958 to 1969. His former home illustrates the modesty of this Vietnamese revolutionary. (viewed from outside; closed Mon and Fri and from Oct-Nov)
Continue to picturesque West Lake and the sixth century Tran Quoc Buddhist Pagoda. From here transfer (or stroll along the lakeside) 700 meters to the nearby Taoist temple of Quan Thanh dedicated to Tran Vu, one of the principal deities in Taoism.
After visit, transfer directly to Noi Bai Airport Hanoi for an international flight to Siem Reap. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for check – in.
Overnight in Siem Reap.

It’s a very special and acting day as you will explore some of Angkor’s most beautiful temples. You will visit the West Gate of Angkor Thom – undiscovered by mass tourist.
– The ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th century)
– See the South Gate, Bayon Temple- unique for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara
– Baphuon temple lying just to the north of Bayon a pyramidal representation of mythical Mont Meru
– The Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas
– The Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King
We continue to the famous temple: Angkor Wat. Angkor Wat is a World Heritage Site since 1992, famous for its beauty and splendor. Angkor Wat features the longest continuous bas-relief in the world, which runs along the outer gallery walls and narrates stories from Hindu mythology.
Overnight at the hotel in Siem Reap.

This morning you will head to the north of Siem Reap and visit Kulen Mountain (2 hours’ drive). You will visit the Thousand Lingas River, fountain, Grand Reclining Buddha and a Waterfall. You will see Grand reclining Buddha in 16th Century.
On the way back, you will visit the citadel of woman – Banteay Srei – jewel indisputable of the Khmer art: entirely have been constructed by hard pink sandstone, wonderfully sculpted, perfectly preserved and restored. Then you will visit to Akira Landmine Museum, Akira who is the hero of CNN, he works in demining team in Siem Reap, where you will discover of history of war and weapons which were used in Cambodia war from 1970 – 1993.
After visit, enjoy dinner traditional Khmer Dance show
Overnight at the hotel in Siem Reap.

Today you will be free until transfer to the airport for your onward flight to Chiang Mai.

After breakfast, go sightseeing to Meow Hill tribe village where is located on DoiPui and it was once famous for opium cultivation. It is 1500 meter above the sea level. Trip continues on to WatDoiSuthep Temple and then driving up offers a panoramic view of Chiang Mai city. Then visit to San Kamphaeng district, heart of the Silk and Cotton Home Industries, to witness the fascinating process of making and weaving these popular fabrics. Visit Centre Meditation Wat U Monk and Warorot Market. Continue on the Bor Sang, the umbrella village, where the delicate Thai paper umbrellas are produced and hand-painted. From here, onwards to Thai Celadon, about 6kms north of Chiang Mai where exquisite ceramics are produced. These are modeled on the Sawankhalok pottery that used to be made hundreds of years ago at Sukhothai and exported all over the region. With its deep, cracked glazed finish the style is very distinctive and some pieces are exceptionally beautiful. Last but not least are stops to observe the intricacies of both lacquer ware and silverware craftsmen.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.

Free time until the transfer to airport to flight to Phuket. Upon arrival, you will be picked up and be welcomed and transferred to hotel. The rest of the day is free.
Overnight in Phuket

Today, you are free at your leisure to enjoy the beauty of the beach.
Overnight at the hotel in Phuket.

Today, you are free at your leisure to enjoy the beauty of the beach
Overnight at the hotel in Phuket.

After breakfast, join transfer to the pier take ferry to Phi Phi at 08.30am arrive at 11.00am then check in at resort.
Overnight in Phi Phi.

Breakfast at the hotel, then free time in the morning then take ferry back to Phuket at 14.30-16.00 PM then upon arrive at pier meet with driver and transportation for private transfer to Phuket Airport for your flight.