Indochina Delight (Vietnam, Cambodia & Thailand) with Beach Escape 3 weeks

Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, where a local guide will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel. Standard check-in time is 14:00; early check-in is available upon request with an additional surcharge. After check-in, the remainder of the day is free at leisure.

For guests interested in exploring local culture, optional evening activities are available:

Morning 

08:00: After breakfast at the hotel, meet your local guide and begin a full-day city tour of Hanoi’s main historical and cultural landmarks.

Visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first national university. The site was established to honour Confucian values and traditional education, and it reflects the country’s historical academic system through its courtyards, architecture, and preserved structures.

Continue to Ba Dinh Square, an important political and historical area in Hanoi. The visit includes the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the surrounding complex, as well as the One Pillar Pagoda, a historic Buddhist structure located nearby.

NOTE: The mausoleum is viewed from outside, closed on Mondays, Fridays, and from June through August.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Afternoon 

Travel to the Museum of Ethnology, which presents the cultural diversity of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups. The museum features exhibitions including traditional housing, clothing, tools, and audiovisual displays.

After the visit, return to the hotel. The remainder of the day is free at leisure.

Morning 

08:00 - 08:30: After breakfast, travel from your hotel to Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The journey takes approximately 2.5 hours with a short break en route.

Upon arrival at the cruise lounge, meet the crew for check-in assistance before boarding a speedboat transfer to the main vessel. As you sail through Halong Bay, pass limestone formations and small islands while receiving an introduction to the area from the cruise team.

Check in to your cabin and attend a short safety briefing. Enjoy lunch onboard as the cruise begins its journey through the bay.

Afternoon 

Explore key highlights of Halong Bay, depending on the cruise itinerary. Activities may include visiting a limestone cave, kayaking, or hiking to a viewpoint on a nearby island.

Return to the cruise for a short rest, followed by an optional cooking demonstration led by the onboard chef. Alternatively, relax during Happy Hour on the sundeck.

Evening 

Dinner is served onboard with a selection of local and international dishes.

After dinner, enjoy optional evening activities such as squid fishing, board games, a movie session, or relaxing at the bar.

NOTE: The cruise route may differ based on your selected cruise

Morning 

Begin the day with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck of Halong Bay Cruise, offering a calm start to the morning.

Afterwards, enjoy breakfast while the cruise continues through the bay. Depending on the itinerary, visit a traditional fishing village, explore a limestone cave, or relax onboard while sailing through the scenic seascape.

Return to the cruise for brunch as the vessel heads back toward the pier. Complete check-out procedures before disembarking via speedboat transfer. 

Afternoon 

Transfer from Halong Bay to the airport for a flight to Da Nang.

Upon arrival, meet your local guide and transfer to Hoi An Ancient Town for hotel check-in. The remainder of the day is free at leisure.

Morning 

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and meet your local guide around 08:00 for a walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town.

Visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, a 17th-century landmark reflecting Japanese architectural influence and cultural exchange in the trading port period.

Continue to the Fujian Assembly Hall, originally built by the Fujian Chinese community and later developed into Thien Hau Thanh Mau Pagoda, dedicated to the sea goddess.

Return to the Old Town area for free time to explore local shops and handicraft stores. Enjoy lunch featuring local cuisine in Hoi An.

Afternoon 

Option: Morning Tour or Sunset Tour

Travel to My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in a valley surrounded by mountains.

Explore the ancient temple ruins of the Champa civilisation and learn about the historical and cultural significance of the site. A traditional performance is included at the complex.

Continue to a local household to observe traditional rice paper making and participate in a hands-on demonstration.

Depending on the programme, enjoy a countryside visit or a light refreshment stop featuring local snacks and drinks.

Conclude the excursion with a boat trip along the Thu Bon River, offering views of the rural landscape before returning to Hoi An.

Note: With the sunset option, this experience is replaced by a light snack such as banh mi and fresh coconut.

Morning 

At the meeting point, begin a cycling journey to Tra Que Organic Village.

Explore the village gardens and observe local farmers working using traditional cultivation methods that have been maintained for generations. Receive a welcome drink upon arrival at a local household and learn about daily life in the village.

Visit a local market to select fresh ingredients used in Vietnamese cuisine. Continue to the cooking class venue, where a short refreshment break is provided before the session begins.

Take part in a hands-on cooking class guided by a local chef, learning traditional preparation methods for Vietnamese dishes. Enjoy the meal you have prepared, followed by a participation certificate.

Return to the hotel after lunch.

NOTE: Vegetarians are provided with replacement ingredients.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Da Nang International Airport for a flight to Ho Chi Minh City.

Upon arrival, meet your local representative and transfer to the hotel for check-in. The remainder of the day is free at leisure to rest or explore the city independently.

Optional evening activities are available for guests interested in local experiences:

Morning 

Around 08:00, after breakfast at the hotel, meet your local guide and begin a city tour of Ho Chi Minh City.

Visit the Reunification Palace, an important historical landmark associated with Vietnam’s modern history. The site features preserved interiors and open grounds reflecting mid-20th-century architecture.

Continue to the Central Post Office and visit Notre Dame Cathedral, a French colonial-era landmark currently under renovation.

NOTE: Notre Dame Cathedral is closing for renovation.

Proceed to the War Remnants Museum, which presents historical exhibitions and artefacts related to Vietnam’s wartime history.

Visit Ben Thanh Market, a local market known for food stalls, handicrafts, and daily trading activities.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant serving southern Vietnamese cuisine.

Afternoon

Once you energized power, we continue to drive to the outskirts of the city and reach Cu Chi Tunnels. Taking you over a 2-hour drive gives you the serene scenery surrounding. Upon arrival, we engage in exciting activities to learn more about the historical stories of the Vietnam War that are closely tied to the Cu Chi tunnels.

Gain a brief introduction to these tunnel constructions and their usage in war through a movie. 

Go into the jungle and find traps, secret entrances, bunkers, and underground hideouts.

Go down the tunnel, where you will be amazed by the fully furnished underground room network that soldiers created during the war.

Then, let’s have a break and try specialty cassava with local green tea.

After a productive day, the tour will end when you are at the hotel.

Morning

After breakfast at the hotel, meet your local guide around 08:00 and depart for a full-day excursion to the Mekong Delta.

Travel to Ben Tre Province and board a boat for a cruise along the Ham Luong River. Along the journey, observe riverside communities, mangrove vegetation, and local daily life.

Visit a local coconut processing workshop to learn about one of the region’s traditional industries. Continue to a local household where you can enjoy seasonal fruits and tea while observing traditional mat-weaving techniques.

Travel by xe loi (motorised rickshaw) through rural roads and fruit-growing areas, providing an opportunity to view the agricultural landscape of the Mekong Delta.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Afternoon

After lunch, board a traditional sampan for a short journey through the narrow canals of the Mekong Delta. The route passes through areas lined with mangroves and local waterways.

After the excursion, return to Ho Chi Minh City. Arrive at the hotel in the late afternoon, with the remainder of the day free at leisure.

Morning 

After breakfast, the morning is free at leisure in Ho Chi Minh City. Guests who wish to explore the city further may join an optional morning excursion.

Please check out of the hotel before 12:00 and transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your flight to Siem Reap, Cambodia.

Upon arrival in Siem Reap, meet your local guide and transfer to the hotel for check-in. The remainder of the day is free at leisure.

Morning

08:00: After breakfast, meet your local guide and depart for a full-day exploration of the Angkor Archaeological Park.

Begin with a visit to Ta Prohm Temple, a historic site known for large tree roots and vegetation integrated into the temple structures.

Continue to Angkor Thom, the former capital of the Khmer Empire, entering through the South Gate, which is lined with stone figures depicting traditional Khmer mythology.

Explore Bayon Temple, recognised for its stone towers featuring carved faces. The visit also includes Phimeanakas, the Royal Enclosure, the Terrace of the Elephants, and the Terrace of the Leper King.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Afternoon

Visit Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Cambodia’s most significant cultural landmarks. Explore the temple complex and learn about Khmer architecture, symbolism, and historical development.

Later, travel to Phnom Bakheng for views across the Angkor region. The elevated position provides a panoramic perspective of the surrounding landscape.

Return to the hotel in Siem Reap after the excursion.

Morning

After breakfast, meet your local guide and driver at the hotel and travel approximately 55 km southeast of Siem Reap to Kompong Khleang, one of the largest communities located on Tonle Sap Lake.

Explore the village by canal during the wet season or by road during the dry season. The settlement is known for its fishing-based economy and distinctive stilt houses, which adapt to the seasonal changes in water levels.

Visit a local pagoda and learn about the cultural and religious traditions of the community. Continue to a local household for an introduction to daily life in the village.

Board a boat for a cruise across Tonle Sap Lake, passing floating houses and lakeside communities. The excursion provides insight into the region’s ecosystem and the lifestyles of residents who depend on the lake for their livelihoods.

After the visit, return to Siem Reap and transfer back to the hotel.

Morning 

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and transfer to Siem Reap International Airport for your flight to Bangkok, Thailand.

Upon arrival in Bangkok, meet your local guide at the designated meeting point and transfer to the hotel for check-in.

The remainder of the day is free at leisure. You may choose to relax at the hotel or explore the city independently.

Optional evening activities are available:

Morning 

After breakfast, begin a full-day exploration of Bangkok’s cultural and historical landmarks.

Visit Wat Traimit, known for its solid gold Buddha statue and its importance as a religious site in the city.

Continue to Wat Pho, one of Bangkok’s oldest temple complexes, home to the Reclining Buddha and a collection of traditional Thai architectural features.

Proceed to the Grand Palace, a major cultural landmark and former royal residence. Explore the palace grounds and visit Wat Phra Kaew, which houses the Emerald Buddha, one of Thailand’s most revered religious images.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Afternoon

Board a traditional longtail boat for a canal cruise through Thonburi. The route passes residential communities, waterways, and riverside landmarks, offering a different perspective of Bangkok.

Continue to Wat Arun located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River. The temple is recognised for its distinctive central prang and riverside setting.

After the visit, return to the hotel. The remainder of the day is free at leisure.

Dress Code: Visitors to the Grand Palace and temple complexes should wear clothing that covers the shoulders and knees.

After breakfast, the day is free at leisure in Bangkok. You may choose to explore the city independently, visit shopping districts, or enjoy additional activities based on your interests.

Optional excursions are available for guests wishing to discover more of the surrounding region:

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Bangkok Airport for a domestic flight to Phuket.

Upon arrival in Phuket, transfer to the hotel for check-in. The remainder of the day is free at leisure for rest and relaxation.

Morning 

After breakfast, depart from your hotel in Phuket and in the morning and board a boat to Koh Phi Phi, the very definition of paradise. Jet between Koh Phi Phi’s two main islands, Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Lay, and spend the day exploring the breathtaking scenery on land and underwater, from fine sandy beaches to soaring limestone cliffs. Opt to visit the smaller, uninhabited island of Phi Phi Leh, where limestone walls, caves, blue-green lagoons, and coral gardens are a snorkeller’s paradise. 

Continue to Rang Yai Island, a beach destination known for its sandy shoreline and calm waters.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, featuring seafood and regional dishes.

Afternoon 

Continue leisure time on the islands, including swimming, snorkelling, or beach relaxation.

Return to Phuket by speedboat in the afternoon. Transfer back to the hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure.

After breakfast, the day is free at leisure in Phuket. You may choose to relax at the hotel, enjoy the beach, or spend time in the surrounding area.

In the evening, transfer to Siam Niramit Phuket for a dinner and cultural show experience.

Evening 

Begin the evening with a buffet dinner offering Thai and international options at the venue.

Before the show, take photos of an authentic rural village and try on traditional Thai costumes; watch a ceremonial Victory Parade of elephants and soldiers dressed for battle; or peruse the many souvenir shops offering beautiful Thai arts and crafts products. 

Watch the main performance Siam Niramit Show, a large-scale cultural production featuring over 150 performers. The show presents scenes from Thai history, traditional beliefs, and cultural festivals through stage performance and special effects.

After the show, return to the hotel in Phuket. 

The final two days are free at leisure in Phuket. You may choose to relax at the hotel, explore the island independently, or take part in optional activities.

Suggested excursions include:

After breakfast, the day is free at leisure until check-out. Please check out of the hotel before 12:00.

At the scheduled time, transfer to Phuket International Airport for your departure flight.