Taste of Vietnam & Cambodia with Bangkok & Phuket 2022
16 days from Hanoi to Phuket
Starting at $2,709
Destinations & Sightseeing
Itinerary and Meals
Accomodations
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Destination & Sightseeing
Transportation:
Private airport transfers to/from all intra-vacation flights; private vehicle transfer from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay and back; intra-vacation flights not included.
Private airport transfers to/from all intra-vacation flights; private vehicle transfer from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay and back; intra-vacation flights not included.
MEALS
American breakfast daily; 4 lunches, 1 dinner
MEALS ITINERARY
Day 1
Welcome to Vietnam! Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in
Day 2
This morning, enjoy a private guided tour of the city. First, take a cyclo ride though the ancient streets of the fascinating Old Quarter. Here, merchants trade as they have for centuries. Then, visit the mausoleum and the humble cottage from which “Uncle Ho” ruled Vietnam until his death in 1969. Next on the agenda: One Pillar Pagoda and the Presidential Palace. Also, visit the ancient Temple of Literature, more than 900 years old and Hanoi’s first university
BreakfastLunch
BreakfastLunchDay 3
A private transfer takes you from Hanoi through the fertile countryside to Hon Gai, gateway to Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located in the Gulf of Tonkin, the bay is dotted with more than 3,000 limestone islands carved into fanciful shapes by the action of the water. Upon arrival, board an overnight cruise that takes you to explore the tunnels, caves, pristine beaches, and floating villages that are sprinkled across the bay. While on board, enjoy a traditional Vietnamese cooking demonstration with the ship’s chef. You may also choose to relax with a spa treatment
BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 4
Early birds can participate in a tai chi demonstration on the Sun Deck at the break of dawn. Disembark later this morning for a private transfer to Hanoi to catch a flight to Ho Chi Minh City, still known as Saigon to many
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 5
Start your private guided sightseeing with a walking tour of the city’s famous and historic landmarks as you stroll through the heart of the city along Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Catinat) past the Rex Hotel, Ho Chi Minh Square, the Municipal Theatre, Central Post Office, and Notre Dame Cathedral. Next, visit the moving War Remnants Museum, followed by bustling Ben Thanh Market, the largest and oldest in the city. The afternoon is at your leisure to explore this lively city
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 6
Today, enjoy a half-day private guided excursion to the Cu Chi tunnels, an extraordinary network of tunnels more than 120 miles in length that was used by the Viet Cong as a hideout during the war. Return to Ho Chi Minh City for time at leisure this afternoon
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 7
A short flight brings you to Siem Reap, your base for exploring the temples of Angkor. Constructed between the 9th and 13th centuries, the temples are unmatched among the world’s ancient ruins
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 8
Your private guided sightseeing starts at the best preserved of all the temples—Angkor Wat, which honors the Hindu god Vishnu. Next stop is Angkor Thom to see Bayon Temple. One of the few Buddhist temples in Angkor, it features some 200 striking faces carved in 54 towers. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure
BreakfastLunch
BreakfastLunchDay 9
This morning, explore more of the Angkor temple complex on a private guided tour. Visit Banteay Srei, a unique, small temple built from red sandstone and dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Then, on to Ta Prohm, which has been left relatively untouched, unlike many other temples. Here, the jungle surrounds you, and tree roots grow over and through the ruins. The afternoon is at your leisure
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 10
Today, fly to Bangkok, Thailand’s capital city
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 11
Today’s private guided tour starts with a boat ride through the klongs, Bangkok’s canals, to see family homes, temples, and the way of life that gives this city the nickname “Venice of the East.” Stop at Wat Arun, the Temple of the Dawn, whose 260-foot-tall spire has become identified with Bangkok. Continue on to the Grand Palace, comprised of the Funeral Palace, the Reception Palace, the Throne Hall, the Coronation Hall, the Royal Guest House, and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Also, visit the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, the oldest and largest Buddhist temple in Bangkok. It houses more than 1,000 Buddha images, including the 49-foot-high and 151-foot-long massive Reclining Buddha
BreakfastLunch
BreakfastLunchDay 12
Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore on your own. Your Local Host can help with suggestions to help maximize your time. Perhaps consider a visit to the Jim Thompson House Museum, a dinner cruise on the Chao Phraya River, or an excursion to the colorful floating market at Damnoen Saduak
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 13
Today, fly to Phuket. The remainder of the day is at your leisure
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 14
A full day at leisure to enjoy beach and water activities. Consider a trip to the Phi Phi Islands, explore Phuket Town, or simply relax on the beach
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 15
Another full day at leisure
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 16
Your stay in Phuket ends with breakfast this morning
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 17
ARRIVE HANOI, VIETNAM
Day 18
HANOI
Day 19
HANOI–HA LONG BAY CRUISE
Day 20
HA LONG BAY CRUISE–HANOI–HO CHI MINH CITY
Day 21
HO CHI MINH CITY
Day 22
HO CHI MINH CITY
Day 23
HO CHI MINH CITY–SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA
Day 24
SIEM REAP
Day 25
SIEM REAP
Day 26
SIEM REAP–BANGKOK, THAILAND
Day 27
BANGKOK
Day 28
BANGKOK
Day 29
BANGKOK–PHUKET
Day 30
PHUKET
Day 31
PHUKET
Day 32
PHUKET
Day 33
BreakfastLunch
Day 34
BreakfastLunchDinner
Day 35
Breakfast
Day 36
Breakfast
Day 37
Breakfast
Day 38
Breakfast
Day 39
BreakfastLunch
Day 40
Breakfast
Day 41
Breakfast
Day 42
BreakfastLunch
Day 43
Breakfast
Day 44
Breakfast
Day 45
Breakfast
Day 46
Breakfast
Day 47
Breakfast
Day 48 ARRIVE HANOI, VIETNAM.
Welcome to Vietnam! Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in
Day 49 HANOI.
This morning, enjoy a private guided tour of the city. First, take a cyclo ride though the ancient streets of the fascinating Old Quarter. Here, merchants trade as they have for centuries. Then, visit the mausoleum and the humble cottage from which “Uncle Ho” ruled Vietnam until his death in 1969. Next on the agenda: One Pillar Pagoda and the Presidential Palace. Also, visit the ancient Temple of Literature, more than 900 years old and Hanoi’s first university
BreakfastLunch
BreakfastLunchDay 50 HANOI–HA LONG BAY CRUISE.
A private transfer takes you from Hanoi through the fertile countryside to Hon Gai, gateway to Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located in the Gulf of Tonkin, the bay is dotted with more than 3,000 limestone islands carved into fanciful shapes by the action of the water. Upon arrival, board an overnight cruise that takes you to explore the tunnels, caves, pristine beaches, and floating villages that are sprinkled across the bay. While on board, enjoy a traditional Vietnamese cooking demonstration with the ship’s chef. You may also choose to relax with a spa treatment
BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 51 HA LONG BAY CRUISE–HANOI–HO CHI MINH CITY.
Early birds can participate in a tai chi demonstration on the Sun Deck at the break of dawn. Disembark later this morning for a private transfer to Hanoi to catch a flight to Ho Chi Minh City, still known as Saigon to many
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 52 HO CHI MINH CITY.
Start your private guided sightseeing with a walking tour of the city’s famous and historic landmarks as you stroll through the heart of the city along Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Catinat) past the Rex Hotel, Ho Chi Minh Square, the Municipal Theatre, Central Post Office, and Notre Dame Cathedral. Next, visit the moving War Remnants Museum, followed by bustling Ben Thanh Market, the largest and oldest in the city. The afternoon is at your leisure to explore this lively city
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 53 HO CHI MINH CITY.
Today, enjoy a half-day private guided excursion to the Cu Chi tunnels, an extraordinary network of tunnels more than 120 miles in length that was used by the Viet Cong as a hideout during the war. Return to Ho Chi Minh City for time at leisure this afternoon
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 54 HO CHI MINH CITY–SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA.
A short flight brings you to Siem Reap, your base for exploring the temples of Angkor. Constructed between the 9th and 13th centuries, the temples are unmatched among the world’s ancient ruins
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 55 SIEM REAP.
Your private guided sightseeing starts at the best preserved of all the temples—Angkor Wat, which honors the Hindu god Vishnu. Next stop is Angkor Thom to see Bayon Temple. One of the few Buddhist temples in Angkor, it features some 200 striking faces carved in 54 towers. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure
BreakfastLunch
BreakfastLunchDay 56 SIEM REAP.
This morning, explore more of the Angkor temple complex on a private guided tour. Visit Banteay Srei, a unique, small temple built from red sandstone and dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Then, on to Ta Prohm, which has been left relatively untouched, unlike many other temples. Here, the jungle surrounds you, and tree roots grow over and through the ruins. The afternoon is at your leisure
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 57 SIEM REAP–BANGKOK, THAILAND.
Today, fly to Bangkok, Thailand’s capital city
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 58 BANGKOK.
Today’s private guided tour starts with a boat ride through the klongs, Bangkok’s canals, to see family homes, temples, and the way of life that gives this city the nickname “Venice of the East.” Stop at Wat Arun, the Temple of the Dawn, whose 260-foot-tall spire has become identified with Bangkok. Continue on to the Grand Palace, comprised of the Funeral Palace, the Reception Palace, the Throne Hall, the Coronation Hall, the Royal Guest House, and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Also, visit the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, the oldest and largest Buddhist temple in Bangkok. It houses more than 1,000 Buddha images, including the 49-foot-high and 151-foot-long massive Reclining Buddha
BreakfastLunch
BreakfastLunchDay 59 BANGKOK.
Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore on your own. Your Local Host can help with suggestions to help maximize your time. Perhaps consider a visit to the Jim Thompson House Museum, a dinner cruise on the Chao Phraya River, or an excursion to the colorful floating market at Damnoen Saduak
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 60 BANGKOK–PHUKET.
Today, fly to Phuket. The remainder of the day is at your leisure
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 61 PHUKET.
A full day at leisure to enjoy beach and water activities. Consider a trip to the Phi Phi Islands, explore Phuket Town, or simply relax on the beach
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 62 PHUKET
Another full day at leisure
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 63 PHUKET.
Your stay in Phuket ends with breakfast this morning.
Accommodations
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Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Deluxe
15 Ngo Quyen Street Hanoi Vietnam
This award winning French colonial style hotel is located in the heart of downtown Hanoi. The Opera Wing guestrooms feature a neo classic elegance, Sofitel's MyBed, and complimentary WiFi Internet access. After a long day take a dip in the heated outdoor swimming pool or visit the luxurious Le Spa du Metropole for an holistic spa treatment. The hotel features three on site restaurants offering fine French, Italian, and local cuisine along with three bars offering great choices for a night cap to a day of exploring.
Deluxe
15 Ngo Quyen Street Hanoi Vietnam
This award winning French colonial style hotel is located in the heart of downtown Hanoi. The Opera Wing guestrooms feature a neo classic elegance, Sofitel's MyBed, and complimentary WiFi Internet access. After a long day take a dip in the heated outdoor swimming pool or visit the luxurious Le Spa du Metropole for an holistic spa treatment. The hotel features three on site restaurants offering fine French, Italian, and local cuisine along with three bars offering great choices for a night cap to a day of exploring.
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