17 Days Explore Indochina with Beach Vacation

Package Overview

If you love to spend time near the water this tours is never very far from a natural swim in nature. From boat rides in the Mekong Delta, swimming in waterfall pools, trips to the sea of China and an overnight cruise in Halong Bay. On this tour you will never have a ‘dry/dull’ moment! Don’t worry, we haven’t forgotten to include great culture, history and food as well!

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Luang Prabang – Arrival – City Tour

  On Arrival At the Airport, You Will Be Met and Transferred to Check in the Hotel.
  
  after a Soft Rest, Your City Tour Begins with a Visit to the Magnificent Wat Xiengthong, a Superb Piece of Lao Temple Architecture, Which Presents a Sweeping Two-tiered Roof and Ornate Mosaics Including a Beautiful ‘tree of Life ‘glass Montage On the Rear Temple Wall.
  
  if Time Permits, We Will Take a Short Walk Around the Small Streets of City Center, Watching the Life of Local People, and Visiting the Traditional House of Heuan Chan, the Chantal Wooden House Dating Back to 100 Years Old.
  
  after That, You Will Visit Royal Palace Museum, Which Was Built in 1904 During the French Colonial Era for King Sisavang Vong and His Family. Late Afternoon, We Climb Up to the Top of Mount Phousi for An Enjoyable Exploration of the Sacred, Gilded Stupa as Well as a Panoramic Sunset View of the City and the Mekong River. from There, Join a Private Baci Ceremony At a Local Family. the Baci Ceremony as a Traditional Ritual of the Lao People Expresses the Spirituality of the Country and is a Highly Memorable Experience and a Deep Insight Into Lao Culture for the Participants.
  
  Dinner Will Be Served After that for You to Share with the Host Family. this is the Best Chance for You to have First-hand Experience of Local Life and Culture.overnight in Luang Prabang
  
  meal: Dinner

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• Day 2 : Luang Prabang – Pak Ou Caves

  Wake Up as the Sun Rises, We Will Prepare to Join the Most Sacred Tradition of Laos, the Daily Morning Alms Giving, Which Dates to the 14thcentury. More Than 200 Buddhist Monks Depart from Various Temple to Gather Their Daily Meal from the Faithful Residents Sitting Quietly On the Streets.
  
  from There, We Will Visit the Temporary Morning Market Near the Former Royal Palace. Just Set On the Ground, the Local People Come Here to Barter Their Day’s Catch from Rice, to Vegetable, to Fish, or Chicken. this is the Best Chance to Experience the Taste of Local Life
  
  Breakfast At the Hotel, We Will First Visit the City’s Oldest Temple of Wat Sene. After That, We Embark On the Leisurely Cruise Upstream On the Mekong River, Which also Gives Us a Breathtaking View of the Tranquil Countryside, Before Reaching the Mysterious Pak Ou Caves, a 16th Century Cave Monastery Filled with Thousands of Buddha Images, Which Locates 25 Kilometers North of Luang Prabang in the Limestone Cliffs Overlooking the Mekong River. En Route, You Will Stop At Ban Muang Keo, a Well-known Village for Its Traditional Lao Rice Whisky Distilling. You Will Arrive Back in Luang Prabang.
  
  on Arrival Back in the City, We Visit Wat Mai, Which is One of the Most Beautiful Temple of Luang Prabang. We Then Continue to Wat Visoun,Dating Back to 1513 During the Reign of King Wisunarat (visoun), this is Luang Prabang’s Oldest Temple and Was Once Home to the Prabang Buddhas. Our Last Stop Today is the Traditional Art and Ethnology Center(closed On Monday) to Learn About Laos’ Many Ethnic Cultures. Overnight in Luang Prabang
  
  meal: Breakfast

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• Day 3 : Luang Prabang – Kuang Si Waterfalls – Hanoi

  After Breakfast, We Transfer Directly to the Beautiful Kuang Si Waterfalls Which is the Biggest in the Luang Prabang Area with Three Tiers Leading to a 50-metre Drop Into Spectacular Azure Pools Before Flowing Downstream. the Pools also Make Great Swimming Holes and are Very Popular with Both Tourists and Locals
  
  we Will also Take a Short Visit to the Bear Rescue Center, Which Houses a Couple of Dozen Animals Rescued from the Hands of Poachers and Traffickers.
  
  before Returning to Luang Prabang, We Stop to Visit the Kuang Si Falls Butterfly Park (closed from 15 Apr – 30 Jun; 01-14 Sep, & 01 Jan Every Year), Whose Mission is to Create a Research Centre Studying and Publishing About Laos Butterflies, Host Plants and Preservation.
  
  laos is also Known for Its Traditional Crafts, We Will Take a Short Visit to the Ock Pop Tock Living Craft Center, Set Serenely Close to the Mekong, this Beautiful, Traditionally Styled Workshop, Where Weavers, Spinners and Batik Makers Produce Top-quality Fabrics, Offers Free Tours Every Half-hour.
  we Then Transfer Out to the Airport to Take the Departure Flight to Hanoi. Upon Arrival, We Will Pick Up and Transfer to Hotel for Check In.
  
  overnight in Hanoi
  
  meal: Breakfast

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• Day 4 : HANOI FULLDAY CITY TOUR

  On this fullday excursion you will get to explore and learn about everything Vietnamese, from the oldest pagoda, and the first university of Vietnam, to present day religious practises and ethnic minorities. You’ll hear the foklore tales about the turtle of sword lake, at the Ngoc Son Temple, as well visiting the final resting place of Ho Chi Minh - the leader of the Viet Cong Army, that defeated the americans in the 20 year war, and later became both prime minister and president. With no stones left unturned, this tour is everything you wanted to know about Vietnam, to better understand this exciting country.
  
  In the morning, tour guide and shuttle bus will pick you up at the hotel in Hanoi old quarter and Hanoi Opera House then depart for theHanoi city full day tour. Our first stop is named Tran Quoc pagoda on the West Lake, the oldest pagoda in Vietnam.
  
  Then we will visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Museum to explore the architectural and historical aspects of Uncle Ho’s final resting-place. Just next door is Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts and off to one side of the Mausoleum is the One-Pillar Pagoda which was founded by King Ly Thai To in 1049 - the structure has become an important symbol for the people of Hanoi.
  
  After that, we visit the colorful traditions of the 54 ethnic groups of Viet Nam, in the Ethnology Museum. Then bus takes you to a local restaurant in Hanoi Old Quarter, have a rest and enjoy some lunch.
  
  In the afternoon, we visit the Temple of Literature, the most famous temple situated in Hanoi, also functioned as Vietnam's first university. It was first constructed in 1070, under King Ly Nhan Tong and dedicated to Confucius, sages and scholars. A vast structure that has existed to present day.
  
  We drive to the legendary Hoan Kiem Lake to visit Ngoc Son Temple, dedicated to Van Xuong Saint and former general commander Tran Hung Dao, for his struggle against Mongolians. You will also see the beautiful Vietnamese and French architecture around the lake.
  
  16:00 - 16:30: Arrive at the hotel in Hanoi old quarter and Hanoi Opera House
  
  Overnight in Hanoi
  
  Meal: Breakfast,Lunch

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• Day 5 : HANOI – HALONG WORLD HERITAGE - OVERNIGHT ON CRUISE

  With over 1600 islets, countless towering limestone karsts and hidden jungle caves, Vietnam’s “Bay of Descending Dragons” is a must-see destination for every traveller to Southeast Asia. Stay for 1 night in the bay aboard a Halong Bay cruise to experience all that this magical landscape has to offer.
  
  Wake early to meet your driver at your hotel for transfer to the ports of Halong Bay. Relax on the 3.5 hour journey, ready for 2 days 1 night of exploring ahead. At the port, board your traditional junk boat and set sail through the emerald green waters of Halong Bay. Admire the endless islands and jungle-clad limestone karsts of this fascinating UNESCO World Heritage site and sit down to a delicious lunch on the sundeck of the boat.
  
  In the afternoon, head off of the boat to visit vast caves and white sand beaches, hidden among the towering rock formations, and take to the water for a swim or a kayak. Then attend a cooking demonstration with our Chef to learn one of the most popular cuisines in Vietnam
  
  In the evening, there is plenty of time to relax on the junk's sundeck, before a sumptuous dinner with your fellow guests.
  
  Meal: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

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• Day 6 : HALONG – HANOI

  Take advantage of the cool morning breeze to start your day. Enjoy breakfast while you sail through the majestic peaks.
  
  Then we will hike to visit cave or panoramic sea views
  
  Back on your boat, enjoy lunch then head back to the marina. Spend your last few hours soaking up the scenery before the journey back to Hanoi. Arrival in Hanoi at late afternoon,
  
  Overnight in Hanoi
  
  Meal: Breakfast,Lunch

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• Day 7 : HANOI FREE AT LEISURE – TRAIN TO DANANG

  You are free at leisure until our driver will meet you at your hotel and transfer you to railway station for night train
  
  Meal: Breakfast

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• Day 8 : DANANG – TRANSFER TO HOIAN

  Arrival in Danang railway station, we will pick up and transfer to Hoian . You are free at leisure to explore Hoian by your own. Overnight in Hoian
  
  Meal: Breakfast

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• Day 9 : CHAM ISLAND EXCURSION

  Our tourguide will pick you up at your hotel at 8:00a.m , Then transfer you to Hoi an harbour to do checking procedure , After that you get on wooden Boat for a departure to Cham Island ( About 1 Hour )
  Arrive at Lang beach, you will visit sightseeings of the islands: the Protected Marine Area, The Boat Shelter, Hai Tang pagoda and Traditional fishing Village and snorkel on a coral reef . Staying at Bai Chong beach , swimming, enjoying your seafood lunch.. Return to mainland.Then send you back to your hotel about 14:30pm.
  
  Overnight in Hoian
  
  Meal: Breakfast,Lunch

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• Day 10 : HOIAN – FREE AT LEISURE

  You are free at leisure in Hoian for beak break or take bicyle for explore ancient town.
  
  Overnight in Hoian
  
  Meal: Breakfast

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• Day 11 : HOIAN – DANANG - FLY TO HO CHI MINH

  You are free a leisure until be transferred to airport for flight to Ho Chi Minh. Our driver will hold welcome signboard with your name on then transfer to hotel in Ho Chi Minh for check in.
  
  Overnight in Ho Chi Minh
  
  Meal: Breakfast

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• Day 12 : EXPLORE FULLDAY MEKONG DELTA

  Over 60 million people depend on the Mekong Delta for their primary source of income or sustenance and it connect 6 different countries. We will pick you up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh city then transfer to My Tho by 2,5 hour drive.
  
  On arrival at My Tho, after visiting Vinh Trang pagoda, take a motor boat to enter My Tho city through Bao Dinh natural canal. Take a leisurely cruise on the Tien River to view the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands. Visit the coconut candy mill and take a boat trip along the small canal on a hand-rowed sampan under the shadow of the water coconut trees along natural canals.
  
  Enjoy lunch at the local restaurant, then visit the coconut candy mill and take an amazing rowing boat trip along the small canal on a hand-rowed sampan under the shadow of the water coconut trees along natural canals. Then enjoy seasonal fruit & honey tea to the sound of "Southern Vietnamese folk music", performed by locals.
  
  Meet at the bus and return to Ho Chi Minh City. This trip provides a fascinating insight into daily life in the Mekong Delta and you are guaranteed to take home your own private collection of beautiful memories.
  
  Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city
  
  Meal: Breakfast,Lunch

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• Day 13 : CU CHI TUNNEL TOUR

  Pick up from your hotel to transfer to the Cu Chi tunnels. The trip to Cu Chi will take approximately one and a half hours by bus. Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction followed by introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions during times of war.
  
  Then, spend your time to explore the remaining area and tunnel systems which included the special constructed living areas with kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs.
  
  You will also see and learn about the many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purpose during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla fighters food during the war) will be served. Break time for relax or time for those who want to try their aim on the shooting range, firing the same model guns that were used in the war.
  
  Return to Saigon.
  
  Meal: Breakfast

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• Day 14 : HO CHI MINH – BUS TO PHNOM PENH

  You are free at leisure until we transfer to bus station for day bus to Phnom Penh. Arrival in Phnom Penh, You will be transfer to your selected hotel. (Hotel check in time 2pm.) Relax at the hotel for freshen up.
  
  Overnight in Phnom Penh.
  
  Meal: Breakfast

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• Day 15 : PHNOM PENH – S21 – RUSSIAN MARKET – BUS TO SIEM REAP

  Morning after breakfast at hotel, enjoy Phnom Penh city tour visit Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda that located in the same compound. Next, visit Toul Sleng, the Genocide Museum (S21).
  
  We stop at Russian Market for souvenir shopping and lunch at local restaurant. Afternoon transfer to Siem Reap by express bus or van (no tour guide). Arrival Siem Reap pick up by our driver and transfer to your selected hotel. Dinner on own account and overnight in Siem Reap.
  
  Meal: Breakfast,Lunch

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• Day 16 : FULLDAY ANGKOR COMPLEX – DINNER WITH APSARA SHOW

  After breakfast, we begin to visit Angkor Wat the “7th Wonders’ of the World” and the world largest temple with excellent masterpiece of carvings, sculptures and perfect structure. Enjoy lunch at local restaurant. After lunch, we visit the impressive South Gate of Angkor Thom. Then, we visit Bayon, the second main temple of Cambodia after Angkor Wat.
  
  After that, we visit Baphoun which is an enormous Hindu mountain temple constructed in early 11th century. Next, we walk along the Terrace of the Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King. After that, we explore Ta Prom, another Buddhist temple covered by dense tropical forest where Tomb Raider Movie was filmed. Visit Banteay Kdei, a grand Buddhist temple built inlate 12th century. Sras Srong, 1000 year old man-made lake. We could either visit sunset Pre Rup Temple. Back to town, Buffet dinner with Khmer traditional show at local restaurant and overnight in Siem Reap.
  
  Meal: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

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• Day 17 : SIEM REAP DEPARTURE

  Your driver will meet you at your hotel and transfer you to the airport for your onward flight home.
  
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Inclusions

• EP (No Meal)
• Carefully Selected Accommodation with Daily Breakfast
• meals At Local Restaurant as Indicated
• english-speaking Local Guide in Each Destination
• tour Activity as Mentioned
• land Transfers By Air-con Vehicle Including Airports Pick Up & Drop Off
• sightseeing and Permit Fees During Guided Times
• cruise in Halong Bay
• boat Trip in Mekong Delta & Pak Ou Cave
• a Bottle of Water for Guided Day Tour

Exclusions

• Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia visa
• Night train ticket: Hanoi - Danang
• Domestic & international flight
• Express bus: Ho Chi Minh – Phnom Penh – Siem Reap
• Compulsory dinner for New Year & Christmas
• Travel insurance
• Late checkout, early check-in
• Drinks, laundry, tips, person
• Other not stated above

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• Luang Prabang, Laos, Asia

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