Joining the package Like a Local in Cambodia, Vietnam, and Laos 22 days is the best way to discover Indochina – you will have a chance to gain more knowledge about the cuisine, cultural traditions, and local way of life.
Like A Local in Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos 22 days
Home Laos Tours Like A Local in Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos 22 daysLike A Local in Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos 22 days
Overview
Highlights
- Living out your travel dreams exploring the famous ruins of Angkor Wat and surrounding temples
- Explore the attraction of the magic waterway of the Mekong Delta - an overnight trip on a boutique river cruise Mekong Eyes from Phnom Penh to Saigon
- Uncover Vietnam with its stunning and varied geography, amazing cuisine, plentiful beaches, and near-endless shopping like the way locals always do
- End the journey with a superb destination - Laos, a stunning natural beauty, thick mist-shrouded mountain peaks flanked by jungle-clad valleys combined with a fascinating Buddhist culture
What’s Included
- 21 Breakfasts, 12 Lunches, 1 Brunch, 5 Dinner
- Car, Motorcycle
- Hotel (18 nights), Mekong Eyes Cruise (1 night), Communal stilt house or Bungalow in Mai Chau (1 night), Overnight on board in Halong Bay (1 night)
- Overnight in shared Twin/ Double room with Air-condition (AC) at hotel.
- Overnight on local train at a shared compartment with 4 soft berths (if any)
- Overnight at local homestay in a shared room, private blanket and mosquito net (if any)
- All transport during tour on air - conditioned vehicle as per itinerary (including airport pick up & see off)
- All in-tour stationed local English speaking guide.
- Meals as indicated in the program
- Entrance fees as per itinerary
- 3day/ 2night on board on Mekong Eyes cruise ship along Mekong delta from Phnom Penh to South Vietnam
- 4 domestic flights Siem Reap – Phnom Penh; Ho Chi Minh – Danang; Hue – Hanoi and Hanoi - Vientiane (20kg luggage inclusion)
Policy
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
Notes:
- *All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
- Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request
Itinerary
Joining the package Like a Local in Cambodia, Vietnam, and Laos 22 days is the best way to discover Indochina - you will have a chance to gain more knowledge about the cuisine, cultural traditions, and local way of life.
Tour Plan
Afternoon
Upon arrival at Siem Reap International Airport, the tour guide picks up you and transfers you to the hotel in the city center.
Finishing checking in at your hotel, you will have free time to relax and explore Siem Reap until the welcome dinner with the Apsara Dance show
After dinner, you will be transferred back to your hotel and stay overnight in Siem Reap
Morning
08:00: Visit the temple dedicated to the mother of Jayavarman VII - the Ta Prohm Temple, which used to be the place to film the famous Hollywood film, Tomb Raider
Explore more of the Grand Circuit with ancient temples, such as Rre Rup, East Mebon, Ta Som, Neak Pean, and Preah Khan
After the tour, you will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant
Afternoon
The afternoon is the time for you to discover Angkor Wat, the most famous of all the temples on the plain of Angkor. It has five distinctive towers emblazoned on the Cambodian flag.
Return to your hotel to rest and stay overnight.
Afternoon
You are free in the morning. You can choose to relax at your hotel or go out to explore on your own, such as taking a Tuk Tuk ride, and scrolling around the local market for some souvenirs
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Phnom Penh
Morning
Join the sightseeing tour to explore the Royal Palace compound, one of the impressive colorful Khmer-style Palaces
Continue to the Silver Pagoda, which displays plenty of Buddha statues decorated and made with diamond, emerald, gold, and silver
Take a visit to Independence Monument and National Museum. The tour stops at Wat Phnom, the only hill in town with sacred sites
Afternoon
Around midday, the tour guide transfers you to the boat station, then you will take a speed boat across the border of Vietnam
Upon arrival in Chau Doc, you are transferred to the hotel. After checking in, you will have an overnight stay in Chau Doc
Morning
After enjoying your breakfast, you will get on the car or bus to Cai Be /Can Tho at around 08:00 - 08:30
Upon arrival, board the ship with a friendly welcome from the cruise staff and get familiar with your cabin
Enjoy your lunch while the boat cruises through the branches and canals of the Mekong
Afternoon
Sit back on the sundeck or in our lounge to enjoy the lush vegetation and the diverse daily life of the people in the Mekong Delta
Disembarking the cruise, join the land excursion, and stroll through lush orchards or rice fields. You can see how food is processed or watch how locals build their boats
Back to the cruise and enjoy your favorite drink at the bar while the sunset is over the magnificent water landscape
NOTE: The detailed itinerary of the Mekong Eyes Cruise can be different, please contact our sales consultants for updated information
Morning
Morning tea break will be served on board in the early morning
08:00 is the time to check out the cruise. Begin an excursion on rowing sampan to explore small canals and enjoy folk music
Ride a bicycle or walk through small villages along the Mekong River. Take samples and try your bargaining skill with local people
- On Monday /Wednesday /Friday, you will explore the small channels of the Mekong Delta around Cai Be with a small sampan or by foot. Have lunch at the Mekong Rest Stop
- On Tuesday /Thursday /Saturday, have lunch in Vinh Long City
Afternoon
Disembark in Can Tho /Vinh Long and transfer by shuttle bus to Ho Chi Minh City
NOTE: The activities may be changed, you should ask our sales consultants to have the latest program of the cruise
Morning
Join the sightseeing tour to explore Ho Chi Minh City:
- Go to the bustling Cholon (Chinatown) and the colorful Ben Thanh Market to have a glimpse of the local lifestyle
- Visit Thien Hau pagoda, one of the oldest pagodas of the Chinese people in Ho Chi Minh City to admire the amazing Chinese architectural art
- Stop at Notre Dame Cathedral (currently under renovation), which was inaugurated in 1880 and became the spiritual and cultural crucible of the French presence in the Orient
- Move to the Old Post Office designed by Gustav Eiffel, resembling a grand railway station
- Explore the former Presidential Palace, renowned for its symbolic role in the fall of Saigon in 1975, and the War Remnants Museum to know more about the brutal truths about the Vietnam War
Morning
After savoring your breakfast at the hotel, you are transferred to the airport for the flight to Da Nang, then travel a short distance south past the famous Non Nuoc Beach
Head to the enchanting town of Hoi An, which is listed by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage
Upon arrival, you will check in at the hotel and stay overnight in Hoi An
Morning
Ride a bicycle along picturesque country roads outside Hoi An. Our destination is a local farm in Tra Que Vegetable Village
Take a short tour around the vegetable gardens, and learn more about the local produce and farming techniques
Join locals in their preparation and fertilizing of the land
You will have lunch in the village
Afternoon
After a short rest, you will cycle back to Hoi An. The remainder of the day is free at leisure, you can explore the ancient town on your own
Morning
Get transferred from Hoi An to Hue by private car or shuttle bus. Upon arrival in Hue, you will join the food tour by cyclo:
Taste the goodness of Hue, explore and eat delicious Hue food like a local
Our friendly local tour guide will explain the history as well as the background of the dishes while you are enjoying them
Morning
Explore Hue by taking part in the city tour and move to the major attractions of the city:
- Have a relaxing boat trip along the Perfume River, then go to Thien Mu Pagoda, one of the most fascinating and ancient pagodas in Hue, with lush surroundings and unique construction
- Visit Hue Citadel, which has been officially recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, to witness its delicate design and listen to some stories of Vietnam’s history
- Stop by a local market to choose some souvenirs for yourself, and enjoy some Hue cuisine here
Afternoon
Free at leisure till time to take a short flight to Ha Noi in the evening. You are transferred to your hotel, and stay overnight in the city
Morning
08:00: Pick you up at your hotel for the city tour on the motorbike (Sites are viewed from outside):
Stop by some famous attractions of Ha Noi and have a chance to learn more about their history, such as Hanoi Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi Opera House, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Temple of Literature, West Lake, ...
Pass some of the most exclusive real estates in Vietnam to find out lifestyle differences between the central district and others
Have lunch at an authentic Vietnamese restaurant
Afternoon
Free time at leisure for the rest of the day
Morning
After breakfast, you are picked up at your hotel and head to Mai Chau by van
Arrive in Mai Chau at mid-day, enjoy a welcome drink, then have a traditional lunch in the village (vegetarian available)
Afternoon
Start a cycling tour around the village, see farmers working in fields and locals weaving scarves, and visit surrounding peaceful villages
Return to the hotel and enjoy the outdoor BBQ party in the garden, watch the Thai traditional dance, and drink the traditional liquor “ruou can”
Overnight in a communal stilt house or valley view bungalow
Morning
Follow our local tour guide to more remote rural villages, including Na Meo and Na Mo. When arriving in the villages, you can understand more about their culture and customs
Come back to the homestay for lunch and check out
Afternoon
This afternoon, you have free time for shopping and relaxing. Around 15:00 - 15:30, it’s time to say goodbye to the host to get back to Hanoi on the shuttle bus
Arriving in Ha Noi, the driver will drop you off at your hotel. Stay overnight in Ha Noi
Morning
Around 08:00 - 08:30, you will leave Hanoi to Halong Bay, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its thousands of marvelous limestone karsts
Arrive at Halong Bay at noon, and you will board a beautiful boat for an overnight stay on the cruise. Receive a hospitable from the crew team with a welcome drink and listen to the safety instructions
Have an excellent menu of fresh seafood for lunch while enjoying the beautiful view of the bay through the restaurant’s window
Afternoon
After the break, join some activities such as visiting the caves, kayaking, and swimming in the ocean,... depending on the cruise itinerary
Return to the main cruise to have dinner on board. After that, you can also take part in various fun night activities on the cruise such as squid fishing
Have an overnight stay on the cruise
Morning
Wake up early in the morning to enjoy the beautiful sunrise and join a Tai Chi lesson. Following is a light breakfast while the boat continues cruising quietly through the spectacular limestone formations of Halong Bay
Start the last excursion to an attraction in Halong Bay, such as Trung Trang Cave, Sung Sot Cave, Viet Hai Village, etc. (The specific activity will base in each cruise)
Have brunch while the boat cruises back to the cruise port. Upon arrival, you will be picked up by the driver and transferred to your hotel in Hanoi
Free time at leisure for the rest of the day
Morning
Have leisure time in Hanoi before your departure flight to Vientiane (Check-out time is at 12:00. If you want a late checkout, please contact our travel consultant)
Get transferred to the airport in Hanoi for your onward flight to Vientiane. Upon arrival in Vientiane, you are transferred to the hotel to check in
Afternoon
- Visit the oldest Wat Sisaket, the temple with thousands of miniature Buddha statues, and one of the most important temples in Vientiane
- Go to see the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo, which previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha Image
- Witness the famous and sacred structure of That Luang Stupa and take some pictures of the imposing Patuxay Monument on the way to the hotel
Savor a welcome dinner at a local restaurant with traditional dance and folk songs, that is the best chance to experience the local culture
Morning
After breakfast, you will leave the capital to travel to Vang Vieng. You will pass through spectacular countryside, visit the busy and colorful market of KM52
Stop at some places to take photos, including Hin Heup Bridge and the fish market in Ban Tha Heua
Arriving in Vang Vieng, you can enjoy stunning scenery with limestone outcrops that remain unspoiled, despite recent developments with the advent of tourism
Afternoon
Head to Tham Phoukham Caves, where you can see the most beautiful and famous limestone cavern, surrounded by natural forests.
Explore the paddy field areas, and the local cultures, meet the local villagers, and learn about their daily lifestyles. When you arrive at the cave, you can swim in the small natural pool in front of the caves
After the cave tour, you return to the town and enjoy the leisurely boat along the Namsong River to admire the sun setting behind the mountains
Morning & Afternoon
Walk around the local market to catch a glimpse of everyday life in a typical Lao rural area. You will head to the cave of Tham Jang, which was used in the early 19th century in defense against the Chinese invaders
Continue to visit Ban Phathau, a very pleasant village, to explore the different local lifestyles. After that, you say goodbye to the local village, then get on the new road to Luang Prabang, one of the best-preserved traditional cities in Southeast Asia
On the way, you pass some stunning landscape scenery with a mixture of steep terraced fields and hills villages, which is a great place for you to take a photo. Have a chance to admire the panoramic view over the surrounding area at the peak of more than 2000 m
Before reaching Luang Prabang, we will make a short stop to visit the local school at Ban Nasala
Morning
When you finish your breakfast at the hotel, the tour guide will take you to major attractions of Luang Prabang, including:
- Visit Royal Palace Museum, which was built during the French colonial era for King Sisavang Vong and his family
- Embark on a leisure cruise upstream on the Mekong River, and reach the mysterious Pak Ou Caves to explore numerous Buddha images inside the caves
- Stop at the village of Ban Xanghai, where they make the local rice wine, and visit the magnificent Wat Xiengthong
Afternoon
Travel to Traditional Art and Ethnology Center (closed on Monday) to learn about Laos’ many ethnic cultures
Take your chance to admire the beautiful sunset in Wat Prabath, and enjoy the peaceful moment of the day
Visit the famous Night Market, where you can find a lovely collection of handmade textiles made by local and hill tribe people surrounding Luang Prabang
Morning
Wake up early when the sun rises, and join the daily morning almsgiving, the most sacred tradition of Laos. After the activity, your sightseeing tour will begin:
- Head to the temporary morning market near the former Royal Palace to see local people selling their day’s catch
- Return to the hotel, you can climb 329 steps to the top of Phousi Hill for a panoramic view of the city and the Mekong River
- Visit Wat Visoun, the oldest temple in Luang Prabang and was once home to the Prabang Buddhas
- Transfer directly to the beautiful Kuang Si waterfalls, where you can witness the breathing view of this natural waterfall, and there are swimming pools where you can immerse yourself in the cool water
- Explore Bear Rescue Center, which houses a couple of dozen animals rescued from the hands of poachers and traffickers
Afternoon
In the afternoon, we visit the Kuang Si Falls Butterfly Park and the Ock Pop Tok Living Craft Center, the places where you can have a chance to catch a glimpse of both natural beauty and Laos culture
End the tour by returning to your hotel in Luang Prabang
Morning
You are free to stroll around the town for your own exploration before being transferred to the airport to take the departure flight. Hope your trip brings you many happy memories!