The marvelous histories and diverse cultures of Southeast Asia shine during your custom-tailored tour of Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. Revel and the combination of ancient and modern worlds while strolling through historic temples. Witness preserved artworks depicting wrathful gods, epic heroes, and vengeful demons. View the ineffable beauty of sunrise over Angkor Wat. Explore the harmonious grounds of the Thai Royal Palace. Visit the impressive mausoleum of Ho Chi Minh. Whether traveling an...
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Hanoi – Arrive in Hanoi with the Day at your Leisure
The streets of Hanoi pulse to a beat of a whole new world hosting the economic center of Vietnam’s burgeoning economy blending contemporary luxuries with traditional charms. Your flight lands at Noi Bai International Airport, where your private transfer greets you upon arrival. The historic quarter of the city fills with vendors along French cafes and vibrant modern restaurants. Scooters surge through the wide boulevards and hidden lanes beneath the glimpses of French and Chinese occupation.
After settling into the comforts of your stunning hotel, the remainder of the day is yours to enjoy the thrills and unique pace of the city. Suburbs of Vietnam wrap around the more than nine miles of shoreline bordering West Lake. The serene ambiance along the rippling water juxtaposes the chaotic streets of the Old Quarter. Locals and visitors stroll and ride bikes along the pathways circling the body of water visiting the welcoming restaurants and popping into the boutiques looking out over the lake. It is a charming and inviting introduction to Hanoi.
What's Included:
Day 2
Halong Bay – Cruise the Alluring Waters and Caves of Halong Bay
Day 3
Hanoi – Historic and Cultural Tour of Vietnam’s Capital City
Day 4
Hoi An – UNESCO World Heritage City of Historic Hoi An
Day 5
Hue – Silk Village and Drive the Scenic Hai Van Pass to Hue
Day 6
Ho Chi Minh City – Treasured Imperial City and Perfume River
Day 7
Ho Chi Minh City – Cu Chi Tunnels and Tour the History of Saigon
Day 8
Siem Reap – Siem Reap and the Angkor National Museum
Day 9
Siem Reap – Private Discovery of the Angkor Wat Complex
Day 10
Bangkok – Kampong Phluk Floating Village before Flying to Bangkok
Day 11
Bangkok – Immersive Tour of Bangkok’s Rich Cultural Heritage
Day 12
Chiang Mai – View Temples at Lampang and Lamphun
Day 13
Chiang Mai – Stunning Chiang Mai and Visit an Elephant Camp
Day 14
Chiang Mai – Depart for Home
Trip Highlights
- Witness the sensational grandeur of exploring one of the New Ancient Wonders of the World during an intricate sunrise tour of Angkor Wat
- Learn about the complex relationship between Vietnam and the United States from the Vietnamese perspective when touring the Cu Chi Tunnel Network
- Embrace the fascinating architecture of historic Thai devotion to the kingdom and religious spirit inside the Temple of the Emerald Buddha
- Feed bananas to rescued Asian elephants at a government backed and internationally assessed elephant sanctuary on the outskirts of Chiang Mai
- Discover the preserved riverside charm inside the art and architecture featured in the wealth village of Hoi An reflecting former merchant affluence
- Indulge in the comforts of a luxury cruise around the dramatic karsts and inviting azure waters of Halong Bay on a traditional wooden junk
- Wander the fascinating imperial history at Hue including a visit to the captivating Thien Mu Pagoda on the banks of the Perfume River
- Take a boat onto the famous Tonle Sap Lake in Cambodia to visit the floating village of Kampong Phluk
- Bask in the impressive coastal landscape of eastern Vietnam during a scenic drive on the Hai Van Pass
Detailed Description
Staggering complexity, intimate discover, and distinctive culture defines your personalized 14-day tour of Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand. Southeast Asia brims with fascinating color emanating from pristine shorelines, lush local fruits, and radiant verdant jungles while providing unique scenery shifting between the borders of each country. Collectively, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand encapsulate the fascinating highlights of Southeast Asia. Individually the three countries represent the disparate cultures and intertwined histories spanning the subcontinent radiating with golden temples, emerald Buddhas, lavish religious complexes, or towering limestone karsts.
Vietnam is compelling its exotic ambiance encompassing massive mountains, gold-sand beaches, and impressive history. Cities captivate visitors with dramatic traditional cuisine and a combination of traditional architecture with contemporary style. Your seven nights in Vietnam reveal the depth of the country spanning Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City. Spend time floating exploring deep caves and maneuvering through fantastical limestone karsts on an overnight cruise and traverse a portion of the Cu Chi Tunnels, the vast network the army used during what locals call the Resistance War. Vietnam provides a fantastic balance between tropical and cultural with enchanting views on the Hai Van Pass and exceptional cultural heritage in Hoi An.
Cambodia represents an indelible charm emanating from the spell the ancient city of Angkor casts on visitors. Two nights in Siem Reap provide insight into the authentic way modernity and antiquities collide in an epic adventure of exploration. The Angkor National Museum hosts a magnificent collection of artifacts shaping the greater narrative around Angkor’s vast empire while the city of Siem Reap showcases how a boomtown can become a celebrated city of contemporary culture while cradling vibrant custom and tradition. Explore the vast array of temples inside the Angkor complex beginning at sunrise for the fantastic image of the sun peeking above the iconic spires of Angkor Wat.
Thailand embraces its image as fun-loving and historic, cultured, generous, and tropical. Several days in Thailand unravels the veneer of Bangkok and the prestige of Chiang Mai revealing the gripping complexities and captivating wonders of the country’s two largest cities. Bangkok is both sacred and open, disparate and egalitarian. The classic sites of the city showcase the lavish history of the Thai Empire, a love for the monarchy, and the ever-present juxtaposition between the city’s preserved past and continued eye on the future. Bangkok feels rushed and tropical while Chiang Mai has a tranquil, mountainous quality in the north of Thailand. The country’s second-city is animated balancing cultural temples with modern structures hidden in the trees. Heritage digs roots down deep in the temples at Lampang and Lamphun while the local government has done more to help support ethical elephant camps introducing visitors to protected elephants saved from around Southeast Asia.
Starting Price
$13,300 per person (excluding international flights)
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
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