Destination:
Thailand,
Vietnam,
Duration:
19 days
Style:
Adventure,
Explorer,
Travel Period:
July 2026 - December 2028
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Overview
Over 19 days, set off on an adventure through Thailand and Vietnam and see the contrast of bustling cities and serene landscapes. Explore the temples of Ayutthaya, spend time with Lisu hill tribes, meet the experts at an elephant sanctuary in Chiang Mai and uncover the country’s past in Kanchanaburi. Then, hit the streets of Vietnam as your leader shows you the soul of this diverse metropolis. Get lost in the districts of Hanoi, take in the sights of Ha Long Bay on an overnight cruise and discover the old-world charm of Hoi An. Your Premium journey is filled with a mix of culture, cuisine, history and unbeatable views.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes the Halong Bay boat overnight where you will be in shared accommodation, and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. This trip includes domestic and international flights as indicated on the trip map. The luggage allowance is 20kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on.
4. Full name exactly as per passport is required at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on the passport), for internal flights. Ticketing fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket.
5. Due to limited luggage space in our vehicles, please ensure that you are packing light and compact. Large, bulky suitcases are unsuitable for this trip. Please refer to the Packing section of the Essential Trip Information for details.
6. Local authorities only permit a limited number of boats to stay overnight in Halong Bay. To ensure all travellers can be accommodated on board available boats, on rare occasions you may stay on a larger boat and share your boat with another group. Otherwise, we may swap the activities and destinations of Days 13 and 14 to provide you the best possible experience. The route taken and inclusions on board will remain the same.
7. Flight schedules within South East Asia are currently limited. Whenever possible, you will be on a direct fight. However, some flights may require a stop.
8. This trip is a combination of two trips. Please review the Itinerary for details of when your fellow travellers and leader will change.
9. The direct flight from Chaing Mai to Hanoi is no longer operating between May and October. Departures during this period will transit in Bangkok. The most appropriate flights will be booked, but it may mean an early morning departure from Chaing Mai.
10.Prior to entering Thailand, a Thailand Digital Arrival Card must be completed, and departure flight details are required. For this purpose, please use the following information: Airline / Flight No.: FD 870; Departure Time from Chaing Mai: 13.20; Arrival Time to Hanoi: 14.50. During the April to October low season, direct flights may be suspended requiring a connecting flight in Bangkok.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes the Halong Bay boat overnight where you will be in shared accommodation, and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. This trip includes domestic and international flights as indicated on the trip map. The luggage allowance is 20kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on.
4. Full name exactly as per passport is required at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on the passport), for internal flights. Ticketing fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket.
5. Due to limited luggage space in our vehicles, please ensure that you are packing light and compact. Large, bulky suitcases are unsuitable for this trip. Please refer to the Packing section of the Essential Trip Information for details.
6. Local authorities only permit a limited number of boats to stay overnight in Halong Bay. To ensure all travellers can be accommodated on board available boats, on rare occasions you may stay on a larger boat and share your boat with another group. Otherwise, we may swap the activities and destinations of Days 13 and 14 to provide you the best possible experience. The route taken and inclusions on board will remain the same.
7. Flight schedules within South East Asia are currently limited. Whenever possible, you will be on a direct fight. However, some flights may require a stop.
8. This trip is a combination of two trips. Please review the Itinerary for details of when your fellow travellers and leader will change.
9. The direct flight from Chaing Mai to Hanoi is no longer operating between May and October. Departures during this period will transit in Bangkok. The most appropriate flights will be booked, but it may mean an early morning departure from Chaing Mai.
10.Prior to entering Thailand, a Thailand Digital Arrival Card must be completed, and departure flight details are required. For this purpose, please use the following information: Airline / Flight No.: FD 870; Departure Time from Chaing Mai: 13.20; Arrival Time to Hanoi: 14.50. During the April to October low season, direct flights may be suspended requiring a connecting flight in Bangkok.
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What's Included
- Meals: Meals: 17 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 8 dinners.
- Transport: Boat, Plane, Private Minibus, Train, Bicycle.
- Accommodation: Hotel (15 nights), Lodge (2 nights), Overnight boat (1 night).
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer.
- Bangkok - Welcome Dinner.
- Bangkok - Grand Palace.
- Bangkok - Wat Pho.
- Bangkok - Temple Merit Making.
- Bangkok - Khlong Electric Boat Canal Tour.
- Benjarong - Ceramics Workshop.
- Kanchanaburi - Kanchanaburi War Cemetery.
- Kanchanaburi - Bridge over the River Kwai.
- Kanchanaburi - Erawan National Park Visit.
- Kanchanaburi - Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum.
- Kanchanaburi - Train trip on Death Railway.
- Baan Nong Khao - Weaving Community Visit.
- Ayutthaya - Temple Visit.
- Ayutthaya - Traditional Rice Barge Dinner Cruise.
- Ayutthaya - Train to Phitsanuloke.
- Sukhothai - Morning Alms Offering.
- Sukhothai - Historical Park Visit and Bike Ride.
- Sukhothai - Dinner in a local home.
- Muang Kued - Cooking Demo.
- Muang Kued - Village Visit and Handicraft Workshop.
- Mae Taeng - Mae Tamaan Base Camp BBQ Dinner.
- Chiang Mai - Elephant Nature Park Half Day Trip.
- Chiang Mai - Kalm Village.
- Chiang Mai - Doi Suthep Temple Visit.
- Chiang Mai - Farewell Dinner.
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer.
- Hanoi - Welcome Dinner.
- Fast Track Airport Service on Arrival.
- Halong Bay - Overnight Boat Cruise.
- Halong Bay - Tai Chi.
- Hanoi - Ca Tru Performance.
- Hanoi - Temple of Literature.
- Hanoi - Lunch at KOTO.
- Hanoi - Hoa Lo Prison.
- Hoi An - Old Town walking tour.
- Hoi An - Vietnamese Coffee Stop.
- Ho Chi Minh City - War Remnants Museum.
- Ho Chi Minh City - Half Day City Tour.
- Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels.
- Ho Chi Minh City - Local gin tasting at Lady Trieu Distillery.
Start:Bangkok, Thailand
Finish:Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Finish:Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Type:Group tour (max 12)
Tripcode:
TTPVC
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Your Itinerary
Day 1: Bangkok
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Day 2: Bangkok
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Day 3: Kanchanaburi
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Day 4: Kanchanaburi
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Day 5: Ayutthaya
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Day 6: Phitsanulok to Sukhothai
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Day 7: Sukhothai
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Day 8: Mae Taeng
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Day 9: Mae Taeng
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Day 10: Chiang Mai
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Day 11: Chiang Mai
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Day 12: Hanoi
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Day 13: Halong Bay
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Day 14: Hanoi
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Day 15: Hoi An
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Day 16: Hoi An
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Day 17: Ho Chi Minh City
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Day 18: Ho Chi Minh City
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Day 19: Ho Chi Minh City
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