Vietnam Thailand Tour 25 days: A Journey through Asia

We welcome you at the airport and transfer to hotel for check in. Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital is a unique city with tree-lined boulevards, French colonial architecture, peaceful lakes and oriental temples. The rest of the day is at your leisure and yours to explore on your own.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Hanoi

Meals : Breakfast

Today, we enjoy a full day city tour starting with the Ho Chi Minh Complex. This famous site contains the mausoleum of the nation’s founder Ho Chi Minh (Close on Monday, Friday & November), the Presidential Palace and the Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts. Close to this complex is the One Pillar Pagoda, whose origins date back to the foundation of city. We follow this with the Temple of Literature, which is well known as the first university of Vietnam. Have lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, visit the impressive Ethnologic Museum, dedicated to Vietnam's 54 ethnic groups, several of which we will see on our forthcoming trekking.

Then we take a cyclo tour around the Old Quarter of Hanoi. Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi

Accommodation : At the hotel in Hanoi

Meals : Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel and then start a 3-hour driving through the Red River Delta to Ha Long City. We then transfer to a refurbished wooden sailing junk for a cruise through the limestone cliffs and emerald waters of Ha Long Bay to enjoy a fantastic view of the picturesque scenery blending with the sky and some 3,000 limestone this World Heritage Site. While being on board, we will be served a sumptuous fresh, local seafood lunch followed by swimming and exploring some of the limestone caves in this area. Try the feeling of witnessing the sunset on boat is really great. Dinner served on board. The captain then will anchor for the night nearby a remote island.  In the evening, there is the option for night fishing or just sit out on the deck and relax under the stars. Overnight on Junk

Accommodation : On Ha Long Boat  

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Waking up surrounded by the tranquil beauty of the bay, we have time for an early morning dip with joys and emotions for watching sunrise on sea followed by breakfast. The cruise continues to move around the bay for us to discover more secluded areas, we then take kayaking and swimming in the stunning bay. The junk will be near us at all times serving as a backup vessel for those that require it. At around midday we will return to the main harbour before transferring to our awaiting vehicle for a 3-hour journey to Hanoi. Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi

Accommodation : At the hotel in Hanoi

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast at 07:00 transfer to the airport for your flight to Dong Hoi. Upon arrival pick up and we depart to Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park to visit Phong Nha Cave, which is known as the " First Wonder of the Cave".

Cruise up the poetic Son River, enjoy the charming natural scenery on both sides of the river, visitors will encounter images of young women and children playing on the riverbank, experiencing the daily life of riverside villages bearing the Vietnamese soul.

Conquer Phong Nha Cave (Water Cave): Southeast Asia's longest water cave enjoys breathtaking limestone karst landscapes, underground river systems and stalactites that are unique in the world. Explore Co Tien & Cung Dinh caves to admire the beautiful stalactites created by nature over thousands of millennia.

Overnight at the hotel in Phong Nha

Accommodation : At the hotel in Quang Binh

Meals : Breakfast

After breakfast, continue the journey to visit Chay River - Dark Cave

Join Kayaking on Chay River: visitors will feel the calm, romantic flow with clear jade-green water with spectacular limestone mountains. On both sides of the bank are cornfields stretching to create a charming painting, visitors will enjoy relaxing moments while immersing themselves in the natural world.

Exploring Dark Cave: is a branch of Phong Nha cave system, there is no lighting system, so it still retains the mysterious and pristine beauty of nature. You become a cave explorer with a flashlight and specialized equipment to explore the underground river system, admire thousands of stalactite columns with diverse and unique shapes. Visitors will have an extremely interesting experience when they have the opportunity take a natural mud bath or swim through the cool Thuy Tien and Bong Lai lakes.

Joining Zipline to swing in the air, you can go to the middle of Chay river with a well-invested and very modern zip-line system from which to fall to cool off with this blue and dreamy river and participate in other water games.

Goodbye Phong Nha - Ke Bang we then get on the car (No Guide) and transfer you to Hue for our overnight

Accommodation : At the hotel in Hue

Meals : Breakfast

We then set out for the exploration of Hue's famous highlights, including the picturesque Thien Mu, or Heavenly Lady Pagoda. One of the most poignant displays here is a car belonging to a former monk, who in 1963, drove to Saigon and set himself alight to protest against the South Vietnamese regime and its treatment of Buddhists. Disembark the board for a visit the elaborate mausoleum of former emperor Tu Duc. Transfer back to Hue center Hue for lunch at local restaurant. Afternoon, visit the Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City. Built in the 19th century by the Nguyen dynasty, the City was home to the former Emperors of Vietnam from 1802 until 1945, do the walking and shopping in Dong Ba Market to enjoy the specialty of Hue city. Transfer to Hoian for your overnight. Overnight at the hotel in Hoian.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Hoi An

Meals : Breakfast

08:00 am – 08:15 am: Our Car and tour guide will pick you up at hotel lobby. Reach Ba Na Hills via Cable Car.

Spend your time on the most modern Cable Car which gains 4 world scores.

Travelling through hills, contemplating the whole primitive forest and travelling freely by the Climbing Train. Come to Le Jardin D’Amour (consists of 9 gardens), Ling Ung Pagoda and Golden Bridge.

Continue to visit the French Village a classical ad romantic France with unique architectural works, peak of Chua Mountain, Linh Chua Linh Tu Temple and Tru Vu Tea Shop,…

12:30 pm: Lunch at Restaurant

Join in Fantasy Park – one of the largest indoor games zone in Viet Nam. Discover Dinosaur Park and Jurassic Park, watch 5D, 4D and 3D cinemas, ride on Journey into the underground, challenge Freefall Tower and participate in adventure in Horror House and over 90 free games.

15:00 pm: Return to the Cable Car and go down the mountain.

16:45 pm – 17:45 pm: Our Car will bring you back to your hotel. End of the tour.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Hoi An

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch

Start your tour today with the 4th century Cham religious sanctuary of My Son, which is classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, located in a beautiful green valley surrounded by impressive mountains. While a small site, the ruins at My Son are the largest and most intact remaining in Vietnam. It is also the home to the Museum of Cham Sculpture, which records the development of the culture and history of the Cham people through their elaborate sculptures and carvings. The passable road ends about 1.5 miles from the actual site. At this point you have the option of taking a 4WD jeep or hiking the remainder of the distance to the ruins. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Saigon

Upon arrival pick up and then transfer to your hotel for your overnight

Accommodation : At the hotel in Saigon

Meals : Breakfast

Morning after having breakfast, depart for the famous Cu Chi Tunnels which were an incredible underground network constructed by Vietnamese fighters during the long struggle for independence. The tunnels contained hospitals, plus accommodation and schools, and were used as a military base for the Vietcong in the American war.  Afternoon, we take a half day of city tour to visit all famous sites of this bustling city. The first destination is the Reunification Palace, which was the former residence of the President of South Vietnam until end of April 1975, followed by some French colonial structures including the Notre Dame Cathedral. Apart from the religious meaning, the even more special captivating point of this Cathedral is its special neo-Romanesque style of architecture. Next, it is on to the Old Saigon Post Office. After visiting the Jade Emperor Pagoda, we continue our trip to the bustling Ben Thanh Market, which is firstly well-known as the place for real Vietnamese food. There are a number of vendors and food stalls in the market food section that offer guests many freshly delicious dishes. You also can find any goods for daily use as well as variety of eye-catching local handicrafts, souvenirs here. Overnight at the hotel in Saigon.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Saigon

Meals : Breakfast

Pick up at your hotel in Saigon and then move 2 hours to Cai Be. The program will start with a quick visit of Cai Be town & the ancient church from the boat. Then, we’ll come to Tân Phong Island for the rowing boat. They will take you deeper into the countryside on smaller canals to enjoy the peaceful time under the shade of mangrove trees. Stop at local garden to enjoy some fruits with hot tea when listening to the traditional music.

Then, start the biking trip on village paths to see the local daily life: orchard, school, church, pagoda, traditional houses... On the way, we can make some stops to see how they wave the dried water-hyacinth to make many products: baskets, bags, hats, wallets, shoes... (You can walk, but see less).

Back to our boat to go across one of the longest rivers in the world, Mekong River, to come to An Bình Island. Travel on the handmade canal to a local house & have lunch at this traditional house. After lunch, we can walk in the local village to visit the local workshop to see how to make rice paper, coconut candy, pop-rice... Enjoy some sweets with a cup of hot tea.

 Visit the brick kilns where you can see how the local people create beautiful potteries from clay. The cruise will end at the new boat station of VinhLong city! From here we will pick up and transfer you back to Saigon for your overnight

Accommodation : At the hotel in Saigon

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch

Morning transfer without guide to the airport for flight to Bangkok. Warmly welcome you on arrival at the airport, transfer you with a comfortable vehicle to your hotel for your overnight.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Bangkok

Meals : Breakfast

After breakfast, we will visit the Grand Royal Palace dedicated to the ceremony of the royal family of Thailand. In the same compound is the magnificent Wat Phra Kaew which is known for the Statue of the Emerald Buddha. After visiting this complex, we continue to visit Wat Pho, a giant house of the lying Buddha. Then, we will visit the Wat Traimit which is well known as the Golden Buddha.

Afternoon we are boarding on a long tail boat for an excursion along the Chao Phraya River and many bustling interior canals that offer fantastic views of local life close by. Along the way, we stop at Wat Arun, the temple of the Aube. The rest of the day would be at your own pleasure and overnight in Bangkok.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Bangkok

Meals : Breakfast

Early in the morning, we will drive to the southwest of Bangkok, visiting the Maeklong railway market, taking photos, and enjoying the local snack in the market before driving to Damnoen Saduak - a rural floating market. Stop for a motor boat trip along the waterway to the picturesque floating market of Damnoen Saduak.

Afterwards we continued on the road to the city of Kanchanaburi.

Upon arrival, visit the World War II memorial including the Jeath War Museum, Cemetery. We continue to Wang Pho to board a train for riding along the beautiful river for around 30 minutes to Ban Kao station and then transfer to the city to visit Kwai bridge. Overnight in Kanchanaburi

Accommodation : At the hotel in Kanchanaburi

Meals : Breakfast

Morning breakfast and depart for Erawan Waterfall - a beautiful seven-tiered waterfall. Located in Erawan National Park, walking up to see each of the picturesque falls, it is best to bring good walking shoes. Also, guests should remember to bring their swimming suit if they wish to swim in the fall’s natural pools.

In the afternoon, we continued on the road to Ayutthaya. The ancient city of Ayutthaya is known as the 'Venice of the East’ because it is found along the Chao Phraya, the tributaries that surround the province of Ayutthaya River. Many monuments and remains of the period can be visited in this city founded in 1350 by King Uthong when the Thai had to migrate to the South under pressure from their neighbours to the North. Overnight in Ayutthaya.

Accommodation:  At the hotel in Ayutthaya.

Meals: Breakfast

In the morning, we will depart to visit Ayutthaya Historical Park. First you will visit Wat Phu Khao Thong, or the “Monastery of the Golden Mount'', which is located just outside Ayutthaya. Then you will proceed to the ancient palace and Wat Phra Si Sanphet. You will also visit Viharn Phra Mongkol Bopit, one of the largest bronze Buddha in Thailand. Have lunch by your own account. Afterwards you will visit Wat Lokaya Sutha. This temple enshrines a large reclining Buddha image.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Ayutthaya

Meals : Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel

Check out and drive to Lopburi. The city was used as a second capital in the reign of King Narai the Great. Today we will bring you to Monkey House (the shrine of the city) then proceed to Prang Sam Yot (The three Khmer Prang) the symbolize of Lopburi city. Lunch at local restaurant before continue to Sukhothai. After check in, visit Sukhothai Historical Park. The site includes many ancient temples and Ruins. In the evening, drive to the town for your dinner (pay on own)

Overnight in Sukhothai.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Sukhothai

Meals : Breakfast

After breakfast, welcome and transfer to the bicycle parking area where we will take the bike to visit the Sukhothai historical park, the park contains nearly 200 ruined chedis in remarkable condition. First, we visit the image of Ajana Buddha, the legend of the Buddha spoken at Wat Srichum.

Then we take the bike to Wat Prapailuang, the community center before starting the Sukhothai kingdom in the past. The next temples we will visit are Wat Sri Sawai and Wat Sra Sri and Wat Trapang Ngoen.

In the afternoon we continue to Chiang Mai to spend the night.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Chiang Mai

Meals : Breakfast

The morning will be mainly devoted to visit 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 Prah Singh Temple, Wat Phan Tao temple and the temple Wat Chedi Luang. Then you will stroll along streets lined with traditional houses, where you make a rickshaw ride. From there, you'll at large Central Market Warorot. Afternoon, visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, the most famous pagoda Chiang Mai. It is reached after climbing a staircase of 290 steps with ramps represent two giant naga. From the square, you can admire the panorama of the whole Chiang Mai Valley.

Then visit craft villages: lacquer factories, silk weaving, manufacture of umbrellas, wood carvings and goldsmith work.

Then transfer back to the hotel.

You are free exploring night market in evening.

Overnight in Chiang Mai.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Chiang Mai

Meals : Breakfast

This day will start with a transfer to Doi Inthanon National Park. It will take approximately 2 hours to this highest peak of Thailand. On arrival, we will spend 2-3 hours trekking through the jungle following a narrow mountain trail which leads us to stunning hidden waterfall in the middle of lush jungle. Along the way before reaching the Pagagayaw Karen hill tribe village, we will pass through the farmland where you will see the coffee plantation, flowers farm and the beautiful rice terraces. Discover the Pagagayaw Karen hill tribe village and taste a cup of locally grown coffee, then move on to Vachiratharn Waterfall, a 70 meters high thunderous waterfall. Enjoy the cool fresh air at the waterfall before we continue back to the ground.

After that you will visit the beautiful architecture of Napamaytanidol Chedi and Phra Mahatat Napaphon Bhumisiri which build to honor the 60th birthday of King Bhumipol and Queen Sirikit. Heading back to Chiang Mai for your overnight.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Chiang Mai

Meals : Breakfast

You have free time until we pick up and then transfer you to the airport for your flight to Krabi. 

Upon arrival pick up and then transfer you to your hotel for check-in.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Krabi

Meals : Breakfast

Free time on your own.

Overnight in Krabi.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Krabi

Meals : Breakfast

You have free time until we pick up and transfer you to Koh Lanta.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Koh Lanta

Meals : Breakfast

Free time on your own.

Overnight in Koh Lanta.

Accommodation : At the hotel in Koh Lanta

Meals : Breakfast

After breakfast transfer to Krabi airport for your flight to the next destination. A great journey of Vietnam Thailand Tour 25 days ends here.

Accommodation : At the hotel in NA

Meals : Breakfast