The magic of Southeast Asia drifts out of ancient temples and gilded towers. Detailed structures tell tales of Hindu gods. A procession of monks parades down the street in search of alms. An old merchant city sits on the banks of a historic river, displaying the richness of the region. Elephants carry you through the jungle trees in search of more vibrant history and dramatic stories to tell accompanied by your family with every step. Your custom tailored Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia tour for families...
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Ho Chi Minh City - Culture Combination
Ho Chi Minh City is a boundless convergence of lights and energy, a swirl of contemporary culture, as Vietnam’s City of Commerce. There is an embracing sense of vitality in the movement of the locals, whether by motorbike or walking. In the whirlwind of modernity, pockets of heritage shine through. Timeless alleys erupt with the aroma of incense emanating from hidden temples. High-rises cast shade over houses with tiled roofs. The rows of Ben Thanh Market teem with vendors selling everything from vegetables to dried fruit, clothing to jewelry. The Jade Emperor Pagoda provides an atmospheric glimpse into the elaborate dedication to Ngoc Hoang, the Jade Emperor.
Your private transfer meets the family at the airport and escorts you to a fabulous hotel located near the heart of the bustling city. The aromas of chilies and coconut oil drift down the streets. Food stalls on the roadside have small tables and chairs set up for passersby, with people lining up to order soup or barbecued chicken skewers. The family has entered a beautiful world, where the past and present cultures of Vietnam seamlessly blend.
What's Included:
Day 2
Ho Chi Minh City - Calls of the Mekong
Day 3
Ho Chi Minh City -Inside an Underground City
Day 4
Hoi An - True Culture of Hoi An
Day 5
Hoi An - More than Hoi An
Day 6
Hanoi - Connecting the Cultures
Day 7
Hanoi - Endless Charm of Hanoi
Day 8
Luang Prabang - Letting Loose in Laos
Day 9
Luang Prabang - Endless Surprises of Luang Prabang
Day 10
Siem Reap - Traditions of Cambodia
Day 11
Siem Reap - Family at the Temples of Angkor
Day 12
Siem Reap - Continuing Timelessness
Trip Highlights
- Enjoy the traditional flavors of Vietnam with the specialized cuisine of the city of Hoi An during a family friendly cooking class
- Relax with a private Tai Chi lesson with a Tai Chi Master on the banks of Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi
- Learn the traditional techniques of rice farming on an organic rice farm in Laos
- Delight as a family on an elephant excursion around the archaeological park of Angkor
- Witness the charm of the gilded skyline around the ancient Laotian city of Luang Prabang
- Cruise down the Mekong River to experience the culture of river-goers and the enchantment of the riverbanks
- Revel in the stories of the Water Puppet Theater, telling the traditional tales of Vietnamese culture
Detailed Description
Your 12-day Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia tour for families will take you through charming, energetic cities and indelible countryside, allowing the whole family to experience the treasured culture and sensational heritage of Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. From the banks of the Mekong River to the temples hidden in the caves of the Marble Mountains, splendor is everywhere. See the faces carved in stone, decorating ancient temples as well as the radiant turquoise waterfalls trickling down the countryside. Your luxury family vacations adventure begins with the family’s arrival in Ho Chi Minh City, the commercial center of Vietnam.
The following morning, your private guide escorts you to the banks of the Mekong River, where you will spend the day cruising alongside the tremendous culture of the water highway. Your guide meets you in the morning and leads you through the War Remnants Museum and along the meandering network of the Cu Chi Tunnels. In the afternoon, you fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang, settling in the comforts of a hotel in nearby Hoi An. After breakfast, the family embarks on a fun and friendly hands-on cooking course to experience the traditional dishes of the region. Later in the day, your guide leads you through the UNESCO World Heritage Old City of Hoi An, followed by a demonstration learning how to make Chinese Lanterns.
The following day is at your leisure to enjoy the fabulous possibilities around Hoi An, from visiting the Marble Mountains outside of Da Nang to kayaking at the beach. Fly to Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, and visit the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, followed by an unforgettable performance of Water Puppet Theater. At sunrise, the family will embark on a new and exciting experience, taking a Tai Chi class instructed by a Tai Chi master. Your guide meets you after breakfast and escorts you through the remarkable city of Hanoi, filled with both contemporary and traditional wonders, allowing for an afternoon at your leisure.
Journey to Luang Prabang, the imperial capital of Laos, perpetually an exquisite, tranquil city to visit. Your guide leads you on a half-day tour of the city, pointing out the numerous temples and the stunning Royal Palace Museum. At sunrise, you can witness the famous alms offerings, and venture to the top of Mount Phousi. Visit an organic rice farm, where the farmers plant and cultivate the rice in the traditional countryside manner, and hike through the forest to the paradise of Kuang Si Falls.
The family is ready for Cambodia after a brief flight, taking you to the energetic city of Siem Reap. Spend half the day exploring the breathtaking temples in the Angkor Archaeological Park, followed by an unforgettable elephant excursion, taking you near the temples. If your flight leaves later in the day, you can spend time revisiting the archeological park or strolling through Siem Reap. Before your flight, your private transfer will meet you at the hotel and escort the family to Siem Reap International Airport for your flight home.
Starting Price
$3,600 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
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
4.83 stars based on 812 reviews.
The trip was well organized by Zicasso's travel company. We had nice hotel accommodations we liked the guides a lot.
Reviewed By Guillermina M.
Amazing! Zicasso's travel agent worked with my son and me to plan the perfect trip in celebration of his college graduation. She arranged for friendly and knowledgeable tour guides and went out of her way to ensure we were happy.
Reviewed By Jennifer S.
Our trip was seamless from start to finish. We were thoroughly impressed by the expertise and attentiveness of our local guides—their knowledge, perfectly timed tours, and the thoughtfully planned itinerary by the Zicasso trip planner made for an exceptional experience.
Reviewed By Bernadette B.
We had an amazing, nearly three-week trip throughout Southeast Asia. Zicasso's tour operators did an incredible job planning all of the details of the trip. In general, I am not easily impressed and I tend to be pretty upfront with my criticism. In this case, I was truly impressed. I really don't have any criticism about the whole experience.
This was a very complicated trip, with eight cities/locations and six internal flights. We had great communication in the months and weeks leading up to the trip. They were receptive to all of our requests and they gave very good advice when we had questions.
All of the guides were great. The hotels were amazing and all of the details of the activities, transfers, and internal flights were well thought out and well coordinated. I was so impressed by their attention to detail. They were also willing to be flexible and able to make changes, even during the trip. I was able to reach them throughout the trip by WhatsApp and they responded quickly every time. I would recommend them wholeheartedly.
Reviewed By Jeffrey W.
We traveled to Vietnam and Cambodia from May 8 to 22, 2025. This was my fifth trip through Zicasso. As expected, the itinerary was excellent and exactly what we were looking for. I did double my budget from what I initially sent to Zicasso.
All of the lodging selections were outstanding. Along with the tours of the Ho Chi Minh complex, Hue Imperial City, the Angkor Wat complex, and numerous other temples and pagodas, we experienced a cable car ride to a mountain summit, a walk through an ethnic village, a water puppet show, a Cambodian circus, a Vietnamese cooking class, an evening lantern boat ride in Hoi An, and dinner in one of the top 50 restaurants in Asia. The water puppets are an ancient Vietnamese art (11th century) and the show was extraordinary.
Reviewed By Marcia H.
Zicasso's travel specialist arranged a wonderful trip and was extremely responsive to our interest in all art forms, culture, cuisine, and the American war in Vietnam. She was very receptive to revisions, even during the trip.
Reviewed By Marlene H.