Jewels of Indochina


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This comprehensive trip through Indochina takes us into Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia. We travel by river, rail, road and even rickshaw as we explore the huge landscapes of these fascinating countries.

Luang Prabang – Soak up the city’s charming mix of French colonial architecture and golden Buddhist temples

Halong Bay – Cruise through the incredible limestone landscapes on a traditional junk boat

Siem Reap – Explore the once-hidden jungle temples of Angkor

Itinerary

Itineraries on some departure dates may differ.

DAY 1 – Join trip in Vientiane
DAY 2 – In Vientiane, explore the capital; free afternoon
DAY 3 – Drive to Vang Vieng, afternoon at leisure
DAY 4 – Free day in Vang Vieng. Optional visit to caves or kayaking on Nam Song River
DAY 5 – Scenic drive to Luang Prabang crossing mountain passes. Sunset visit to Mount Phousi
DAY 6 – Morning walking tour of Luang Prabang, Afternoon free
DAY 7 – From Luang Prabang, visit Kuang Si Waterfalls; optional afternoon cycle to Lao Loum village
DAY 8 – In Luang Prabang, free morning; fly to Hanoi, evening walk in Old Quarter
DAY 9 – Discover the sights of Hanoi including the Old Quarter
DAY 10 – Free time in Hanoi, then drive to Halong Bay
DAY 11 – Cruise Halong Bay; from Hanoi overnight train to Hué
DAY 12 – In Hué; boat along Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda
DAY 13 – In Hué, visit the Imperial Citadel; free afternoon
DAY 14 – Scenic drive via Danang to Hoi An
DAY 15 – Free day to explore Hoi An; optional visit to My Lai
DAY 16 – Visit to ancient My Son; free afternoon in Hoi An
DAY 17 – Fly to Ho Chi Minh City; drive to Mekong Delta
DAY 18 – Mekong Delta cruise, then drive to Ho Chi Minh City
DAY 19 – In Ho Chi Minh City; explore Old Saigon, and discover ‘Secret Weapons Bunker’
DAY 20 – From Ho Chi Minh City, visit Cu Chi Tunnels
DAY 21 – Discover the sights of Phnom Penh
DAY 22 – Free day in Phnom Penh; optional visit to Silk Island
DAY 23 – Drive to Siem Reap; cruise on Tonle Sap Lake
DAY 24 – From Siem Reap, explore Angkor temples with sunset
DAY 25 – From Siem Reap, explore Angkor Thom
DAY 26 – From Siem Reap, explore Ta Prohm and Angkor Wat
DAY 27 – Tour ends in Siem Reap

INCLUDED MEALS

Breakfast: 25

Lunch: 2

Dinner: 1

TRIP STAFF

Explore Tour Leader

Driver(s)

Local Guide(s)

TRANSPORT

Bus

ACCOMMODATION

2 nights simple guesthouse

1 nights simple homestay

5 nights simple hotel

13 nights comfortable hotel

1 nights hotel

3 nights premium hotel

1 nights simple overnight train

TRIP PACE:

Moderate

GROUP SIZE:

Trip maximum 16

 

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