Vietnam Highlights Tour Private exploring the Beauty of Vietnam Tour,Cambodia and Thailand - 22 days

Updating time: Welcome you to Viet Nam, our driver will take you from the Hanoi Airport toyour hotel in the Old Quarter.

Meal: N/AAccommodation: 4-star hotel - GM Premium Deluxe Room - Junior Room

8AM: Our guide will pick you up from your hotel and start to explore the old quarter. We start with visit to Tran Quoc-National Pagoda.

The Trấn Quốc Pagoda in Hanoi is the oldest pagoda in the city,originally constructed in the sixth century during the reign of Emperor Lý Nam Đế (from 544 until 548), thus giving it an age of more than 1,500 years. When founded the temple was named Khai Quốc (National Founding). After that, we will come to President Ho Chi Minh's mausoleum. We also visit the famous OnePillar Pagoda nearby.Leaving the President's complex, we continue to visit the Temple of Literature (Van Mieu). Although several Van Mieu can be found throughout Vietnam, the most prominent and famous is that situated in the city of Hanoi and was functioned as Vietnam's first university.The next destination is Hoa Lo prison, Hoa Lo was one of the biggest prisons built by the French in Indochina. In 1896, the French built Hoa Lo prison on the land, which was a famous pottery village. From a famous pottery village, the prison was built to intern thousands of Vietnamese patriotic and revolutionary fighters.The final destinaion is the best local restaurant for egg coffee. It is the best coffee in Ha Noi and the drink signature that tourist must try when coming to Viet Nam.After that the tour guide will take you bake to your hotel.Free in the afternoon to explore the Old Town by yourself.

3PM: Take a walk through Hanoi's old quarter on a tour with a local guide. Learn about the traditions of Vietnam’s food culture while tasting local specialties like Vietnamese sandwiches,traditional desserts, and the iconic egg coffee.First, stop at a local restaurant to try a combination of spring rolls,Pho rolls, pillow cake, shrimp cake, sweet donuts, or deep-friedfermented pork, served with a dish of raw vegetables and fishsauce. Next, continue the walk to try Vietnam's signature dish known as Pho (or Bun Cha), a soup consisting of broth, noodles, herbs, and meat. Taste test a specialty pho mixed with a special sauce. The soup can definitely bring you a whole new outlook on taste.Visit a restaurant to taste bánh mi (Vietnamese sandwich) with its signature pate filling. And you can’t miss out on the traditional dessert chè (any variety of sweet beverages or pudding), which canvary depending on the season. 

Last but not least, try the infamous egg coffee. This is a must-try when you come to Vietnam. Finish your tour having discovered the taste of about five different dishes of Vietnam.

This tour tour includes half an hour cycling around the trading area in Hanoi Old Quarter, which is said to be a microcosm of the city. Dating back to the 11th century, the Old Quarter has 36 streets,each named after the commodity traditionally produced and sold onit, such as sugar, bamboo, leather or silver. Even though some of streets have had their name changed, many still retain their ancient attributes.The cyclo will drop you off at your hotel, and you will have time to relax in the evening.

Meal: Breakfast, Dinner Accommodation: 4-star hotel - GM Premium Deluxe Room - Junior Room

7.30AM: Our friendly team will pick you up at your hotel, ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure.

8.30AM: Arrive at Quang Phu Cau village, and let the magic unfold! Experience a fascinating walking tour, guided by local experts.Immerse Yourself: Witness the mesmerizing art of incense making as skilled artisans demonstrate each step, from bamboo chopping to dyeing the sticks and crafting the aromatic incense paste.

Photo Opportunities: Capture picture-perfect moments of incense bundles and the artisans' creative process, a photographer's paradise! 

10.30AM: Continue the trip with Chuong Conical Hat Village which is around 20 minutes traveling from the Incense Village.Here, our guide will take you to visit the ancient architecture of the village, which has stood for hundreds of years, and experience the daily life of the local people.Afterwards, you will be taken to the home of a typical artisan in the village to learn about the culture and rich history of the area. Along with that, you will experience making traditional hats and take home your own creations. After that our driver will take you back to your hotel.

Meal: Breakfast Accommodation: 4-star hotel - GM Premium Hotel - Junior Room

7.30am: Get picked up by our friendly guide from your hotelto Ninh Binh province.

09h15: Have a short break for 15 – 20 minutes to relax.

10h30: Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda – the most famous & biggest Pagoda in Southeast Asia with many records set such as 500Stone - Arhat Statues, 36 ton-bronze Bell, 100 ton-Budhha Statue...

11h00: Have buffet lunch in the restaurant with Viet Nam specialties, Vegetarian foods are always available (For the private tour: the lunch is set-menu lunch)

13h00: Visit Tràng An which was recognized by UNESCO as A World Heritage Site in 2014. Trang An has a wonderful tunnel cave system so Kong’s Movie Group chose this place or the New Version of Kong in 2016 – “Skull Island”. With 2.5 hours for the boat trip, you will be persuaded by the beauty here. 

15h30: Come to Thung Nham Bird Valley, Thung Nham BirdPark is a natural paradise that draws visitors from all over the world. With its lush forests, tranquil lakes, and breathtaking karstland scapes, Thung Nham is a place of great natural beauty and biodiversity.

17h00: Get on the car to return to Hanoi.

19h00: Get dropped off at Hotel in Hanoi

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: 4-star hotel - GM Premium Hotel - Junior Room

09h10: You will be collected from Hanoi Old Quarter to take the highway to GOT Ferry–Cat Hai town, Haiphong city where we arrive at around.

11h30. On the way to the GOT ferry, you will have a chance to experience the longest bridge in SouthEast Asia. You can enjoy special tea at Peony Cruise’s lounge by warm welcome.

12h00: Transfer by tender to the PEONY CRUISE.

12h30: We welcome our guests onboard the PEONY CRUISE and then check in, enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise briefing, safety instructions and check in. Start cruising and explore Halong Bay - one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.

13h00: PEONY CRUISE boat proceeds to Da Chong islet, where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago.We have lunch before continuing our journey via the islets of Con Vit and Gia Luan. These amazing limestone karst formations rise up out of the sea in an impressive manner. This area is untouched, as not many cruise ships use the route via the Cat Ba Island - Thoi Quyt area - Coc Ngoi islet. 

15h00: We progress to Trung Trang cave by our bus on Cat Ba island which is located in the middle of Cat Ba NationalPark with Kim Giao forest around the cave. Trung Trang Valley is the largest valley on Cat Ba Island. The valley covers an area of approximately 300 hectares, has a depth of 10m to 30m and is around 15km in the middle of Cat Ba National Park. Trung Trang Cave measures 300m lengthwise through the mountains. The cave has many stalactites that take on various shapes that will awe and inspire visitors to use their imagination.

17h00: Peony Cruise gets in the less populated area at Tra Bau where is located in Lan Ha Bay.You will enjoy the green emerald and cool water by swimming. Returning PEONY CRUISE,you can watch the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. Onboard you may join a traditional cooking class. Our chef will instruct you in the making of some Vietnam dishes. In the early evening the boat has its Happy Hour deal

19h30: Deluxe dinner is served. Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful onboard catering staff. This is a delightful meal in an intimate romantic setting.

21h30: Enjoy the landscape of the bay at night up on the top deck. Relax whilst enjoying drinks from the bar. Try your hand at night squid fishing, watching a movie in the restaurant.Overnight on board.

Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu)

23h00: End of Day One program

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: 5-star cruise in Ha Long Bay - Peony Cruise - Premium Deluxe Room.

Note: Beverage in the meal is excluded

06h00 : Why not rise early to witness the bay at its very best whilst enjoying an invigorating Tai Chi session on the sundeck; after which we serve light breakfast.Upon completing breakfast, we continued our journey and headed out in a local boat to explore the bay in the area where the Sang Toi cave is situated. 

9h30 : Visitors then return to PEONY CRUISE boat for check-out procedures.

10h00 : Whilst cruising back you can enjoy a delightful brunch

10h30 Tea Ceremony is served at the restaurant. You will learn how to enjoy Vietnamese tea and Vietnamese culture at this ceremony. Join the Tea Ceremony with our crews team and have great fun with us!

11h35: We return to the quayside in the south of the bay,where our visitors disembark. We bid farewell at GotFerry, this is the end of the program. We hope you have enjoyed your time with us and wish you a safe onw ard journey

After that our driver will take you directly to the airport and flight to Da Nang.Our driver will be waiting for you in Da Nang Airport to take you to your hotel in the city.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Hoi An - Little Hoi An Hotel - Little Suite Room

8h30am: After having breakfast in your hotel, our guide will pick you up at your hotel and start the trip.Transfer to Cam Thanh village by boat or car on the way,meet local fishermen and experience daily life.Take a bamboo basket boat along the Cam Thanh watercoconut forest, and have a brief introduction to the historythere.Enjoy hands-on experience of round net and cast net fishing done by local fishermen.Learn how to paddle the unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boat and join in a basket boat race.Explore the peaceful coconut waterways.Go catch the crabs, drop the net.Return to the fisherman's house for a welcome drink.

11h30: Return to the hotel.Free and easy in the afternoon to explore the Old Town 

4PM: After having dinner by yourselves, Our guide will take to the Hoi An Ancient Town. Highlight of this trip is Hoi an Ancient Town – a well-known walking town in Hoi An. Hoian is one of the major trading centers in Southeast Asiaduring the 16th century due to the early western traderoccupation period. Wander around Hoi an to visit Chinese Communal House, Tan Ky Merchants’ Houses, Japanese Covered Bridge, Hoi An night market,.. and learn about the daily life of Hoi An local people at night.After that, you will have a chance to try a boat trip on Hoai River and release floating lanterns to the river. On the boat, you can watch the mysterious beauty of the views that have been lit up by lanterns. Then, the river becomes very sparkling, especially when it turns dark.

Meal: Breakfast Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Hoi An - Little Hoi An Hotel - Little Suite Room

At 8:00 – 8:30am: Our car and Guide will meet you at your hotel and start the trip to Ba Na Hills.

At 9:30 am: Upon arrival at Ba Na hills, you will get on a Cable Car which gains 4 world scores Visit Debay Wine Cellar built in 1923, a hundred year old pomelo tree. Then, you continue to visit Linh Ung pagodawhere the highest Buddhism statue in the country is located Highlight in this tour is Golden Bridge (Hands of God). You will have a chance to see and takephotos of this beautiful bridge.

At 11: 30a.m: Have Lunch at a restaurant and take a short rest.

At 12:30pm : Conquer the peak of Chua Mountain at the height of 1487 m, the highest peak in Ba Na to visit Linh Chua Linh Tu Temple. You continue to discover the French Square, visit and play some games in Fantasy Park – one of the largest indoor amusement parks in Vietnam with a series of interesting games.At 16:00: Back to the cabin down the mountain and back to your hotel in Hue City.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Hue - Thanh Lich Boutique Hotel - Studio Suite Connecting 

08:00 am - 08:30am: Pick up at your hotel in Hue city center and get on the dragon boat to visit Thien Mu Pagoda.

09:15 am: Visit Imperial Citadel. Hue Imperial City is are renowned and captivating tourist destination, offering visitors the chance to appreciate both the stunning historical and scape and the rich architectural legacy of a bygone imperial era.

11:30 am: Continue to see Dong Ba Market

12:15 pm: Have Lunch at a local restaurant.

13:30 pm: After lunch, continue to visit Minh Mang Tomb and Khai Dinh Tomb

16:00 pm: Visit and take photo at Conical hat and incense making village.

16:45 pm: Arrive at Hue city center and drop off at hotel.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Hue - Thanh Lich Boutique Hotel - Studio Suite Connecting.

You are free in the morning for souvenir shopping until night, our driver will take you from your hotel to Ho Chi Minh Airport and flight to Siem Reap.

Arrive Siem Reap, Siem Reap – Treasures of the Kingdom of Cambodia, special welcome all warmly to everybody, a moment of courtesy meeting then self-introduces with our Cambodian tour guide in the meeting point's Siem Reap.Overnight in Siem Reap.

Meal: Breakfast Accommodation: 4-star hotel - Angkor Paradise Hotel – Deluxe room

We drive to Angkor Thom that was the masterpiece of King Jayavarman VII. Following the occupation of Angkor by the Chams from 1177 to 1181, the new king decided to build an impregnable fortress at the heart of his empire.We begin to visit Bayon Temple. At the exact center of Angkor Thom, this is an eccentric expression of the creative genius and inflated ego of Cambodia’s most celebrated king. 

We continue to visit Terrace of the Leper King. Along theTerrace of Elephants, originally used as a viewing gallery for the king to preside over parades, performances and traditional sports. At the southern end lies the Baphuon, once of the most beautiful temples at Angkor, dating from the reign of Uditayavarman 1 in the 11th century.We continue to Ta Prohm "Tomb Raider" fame. Ta Prohm has been abandoned to the elements, a reminder that while empires rise and fall, the riotous power of nature marches on, oblivious to the dramas of human history.We journey out to the mother of all temples, Angkor Wat. Believed to be the world's largest religious building, this temple is the perfect fusion of symbolism and symmetry and a source of pride and strength to all Khmers.Overnight in Siem Reap.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: 4-star hotel - Angkor Paradise Hotel – Deluxe room

Breakfast at hotel. You are free today to explore the cityOvernight in Siem Reap 

Meal: Breakfast Accommodation: 4-star hotel - Angkor Paradise Hotel – Deluxe room

Transfer to Siem Reap airport (no guide) for departure. It’s time to say goodbye, we thank you for traveling with us and warmly welcome you to come again.

Meal: Breakfast Accommodation: 4-star hotel - ARTE HOTEL - Premier Double / Twin Room

After breakfast, our driver will take you to the airport to fly to Thailand.

Morning : After breakfast at the hotel, you will pay a visit to Bangkok’s finest temples and have a tour around the city’s fascinating canals. We start our trip at Wat Traimit - home to the world’s largest solid golden Buddha - before hopping across the old city streets to see an even larger Buddha statue at Wat Pho. The one here may not be solid gold, but it impresses even more thanks to its sheer size and the fact that it is ‘leaning’ on its side - a reference to theBuddha’s “Lion Sleep” position.Our next stop is the magnificent Grand Palace, another sprawling temple complex boasting some of the finest Thai-Buddhist architecture in the entire country.We continue exploring the vast grounds and numerous dazzling buildings, including the highly-revered Wat Phra Kaew, home to the prized Emerald Buddha statue dating back to the 14th Century.

Afternoon : We spend the better part of the afternoon on the water,meandering through the quaint canals and taking in the quieterside of life from the seat of a traditional ‘long tail’ boat of course, a tour of Bangkok’s Thonburi side isn’t complete without the spectacular and iconic Wat Arun - take time to explore the iconic temple towering 79 meters over the Chao Phraya River.

Back to hotel for overnight. 

NOTE: When visiting Thai temples, you should wear long pants, shoes that cover the heel, and shirts that cover the upper arm (no vests). This is to show respect to the Thai people.

Meal: Breakfast  Accommodation: 4-star hotel - ARTE HOTEL - Premier Double / Twin Room

After breakfast at the hotel, take just a short drive from the bustling streets of Bangkok, and the high-rise urban landscape dissolves into a lush green rural idyll. This full-day trip to Samut Songkhram Province, only an hour outside the capital, allows guests to experience the traditional charms of the Thai countryside.The day starts with a trip to Mae Klong Railway Market; a country market has sprouted up along the tracks.When a train pulls in or out of the station, the vendors quickly clear their stalls, only to set them up again moments later when the train has passed! From here, the journey continues to the very famous touristic Damnoen Saduak Floating Market.Although quite touristy today, the market remains the best example to showcase what a floating market originally was like decades ago. A relaxing paddle boat ride through the labyrinth of canals offers the chance to see the old part of the floatingmarket and local lifestyle along the canal side. Off the boat, it is time to enjoy strolling around the colorful floating marketplace bustling with boats and vendors selling tropical fruits and other delights.

Lunch at local restaurant (Your own account)

Transfer to Bangkok airport for the flight to Chiang Mai .

On arrival in Chiang Mai, Pick up and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Chiang Mai. 

Meal: Breakfast Accommodation: 4-star hotel - DE CHAI COLONIAL HOTEL & SPA - Grand Deluxe

The morning will be mainly devoted to visiting the old city with a stop at the ancient wall, the moat, and a door of the old city.You will see more beautiful temples in Chiang Mai: Wat PhraSingh Temple, Wat Phan Tao Temple, and the temple Wat ChediLuang. Then you will stroll along streets lined with traditionalhouses, where you take a rickshaw ride. From there, you'll be at the large Central Market Warorot.

Lunch at a local restaurant. (On your own).

Afternoon, visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, the most famous pagoda in Chiang Mai. It is reached after climbing a staircase of 290 steps with ramps representing two giant nagas. From the square,you can admire the panorama of the whole Chiang Mai Valley.

Back to the hotel and relax. Overnight in Chiang Mai. 

Meal: Breakfast Accommodation: 4-star hotel - DE CHAI COLONIAL HOTEL & SPA - Grand Deluxe

Morning: Start your journey in the morning with a hotel pickup from ChiangMai city center. Take the 1-hour ride to the countryside of MaeTang district.Get changed into the local clothes and be ready for the fun activities. The experienced guide will provide information about the elephants' behavior and how to provide proper care for them. Then, prepare food and healthytreats for the elephants and feed them afterward.After that, you and the elephants will walk to play in the mud and sand spa. During this time, youwill have a chance to observe their behavior, in beautiful natural surroundings.After your time with the elephants, change your clothes,shower, and then enjoy a delicious traditional Thai buffet lunch, which is suitable for vegetarians.

After lunch,continue to visit Long Neck Karren village - one of the worst attractions in Northern Thailand . Overnight in Chiang Mai. 

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: 4-star hotel - DE CHAI COLONIAL HOTEL & SPA - Grand Deluxe

Breakfast at the hotel, check out, and transfer back to Chiang Mai airport for a short flight to Phuket. Arrive in Phuket, located in Thailand’s southwest region, and set amidst the sparkling Andaman Sea. Enjoy the remainder of the day free at leisure.

Overnight in Phuket. 

Meal: Breakfast

Accommodation: 4-star hotel - CHANALAI GARDEN RESORT - Superior Garden View

7:30hrs: Pick you up from your hotel lobby.

8:30hrs: Meet & greet you at marina. Serve you with snacks and variety of drinks. Check-in and pick up your snorkeling gear, life jacket.

9:00hrs: Depart from pier to Bamboo Island by speed boat.

10:00hrs: Arrive at Bamboo Island. One of themost beautiful spot in Andaman Sea, White sands and turquoise waters blend seamlessly for a marvelous view. Enjoy your time for swimming,snorkeling, sun bath or walking around a beautiful area.

12.30hrs: Enjoy a great lunch at a beachside restaurant on Phi Phi Don Island and free time on the beach.

14:00hrs: Relaxing and swimming in emerald lagoon at Piled Lagoon. Visit Maya Bay is a white powder sandy beach and surrounding with a wonderful limstone moutain and trees.

15:30hrs: Go to Monkey Beach then sightseeing outside at Viking cave.

16:15hrs: Back to Phuket with the impression.

17:15hrs: Arrive at pier and transfer back to your hotel with a pleasant trip.

*This program is subject to change without prior notice according to the weather and tideconditions.Tour include:- Round trip transfer hotel to pier- Snorkeling equipements- Soft drink, tea, cof ee and snack- Lunch, drinks and fruits- Professional guide- Full travel accident insurance converage - National park fee 400 for adult, 200 for child.

What to bring: Beach towel, light t-shirts, pants, swimming wear, suncap, sunblock, sunglasses,camera, medicine, some cash. 

Meal: Breakfast Accommodation: 4-star hotel - CHANALAI GARDEN RESORT - Superior Garden View

Time is free until you are transferred to the airport for departure and say goodbye to Thailand you are now flying to Ho Chi Minh City and our driver will be waiting for you to take you toyour hotel in the city centre.

2PM: Our guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the local restaurant for having lunch. Then take the afternoon trip to visit Independence Palace, also known at the Reunification palace, was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu. Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the NotreDame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office.Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of the both the Indochina wars. 

Meal: Breakfast Accommodation: 4-star hotel - Harmony Hotel - Club City View Room

08h00–8:30AM: Classic Mekong Delta Tour starts with a pickup at your hotel. We travel by road to the Mekong Delta that Vietnam’s largest rice bowl. Upon arrival in My Tho, visiting Vinh Trang pagoda which is an unique pagoda in Vietnam and the mixture of Vietnamese, Chinese and Cambodian construction. Afterward, you take a cruise around the intricate small canals in the delta region, which is a greatway to observe the local lifestyle and catch a view dotted by many islands. 

Watch the locals go about their everyday lives, and see how they make their coconut candy, crispy rice cakes and chat to the friendly vendors about life in the Mekong Delta.We take a short walking to get opportunities to stroll around an orchard, there are many seasonal fruits. You can enjoy wonderful traditional music while tasting some tropical fresh fruits. Visit Honey Bee farm & taste special hot tea from the farm. After feasting on a delicious lunch, come back to Ho Chi Minh City. Drop off at your hotel at 16.30 approximately.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: 4-star hotel - Harmony Hotel - Club City View Room

You are free in the morning for souvenir shopping until night, our driver will take you from yourhotel to Ho Chi Minh Airport and flight to Seoul. Say goodbye to Vietnam!!

Note: Check-out time is 12 PM noon, the additional cost of late check-out is not included in theprice.