Highlight:

The Indochina Highlight tour 16 days will bring you to discover the highlight of Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia with the famous landscapes and heritage sites.

ITINERARY:

Day 01: Ha Noi Arrival

Today, the Indochina Highlight tour 16 days will be started by picking up from airport to check in. Free at leisure around and Overnight in Ha Noi.
Services included: Transport and hotel.

Day 02: Ha Noi – Halong tour (Breakfast, Lunch)

At 08h00-08h30am, after the breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for Halong city with over 3 hours.
On arrival, we will take a boat trip cruising among the Halong bay to discover the beauty of the world heritage site. Enjoy the lunch time on the boat while you can take the beauty photos of the formed limestone islets and island among the bay. Then visiting Thien Cung and Dau Go caves to discover the stalactite and stalagmite figures. After that, passing the Cock fighting limestone island before cruise back to Halong. Have a rest and then return to Hanoi for overnight.

Day 03: Ha Noi City tour – Fly to Hue (Breakfast)

At 08h00-08h30am, after the breakfast at the hotel, we will check out and then start a tour to Hanoi city with a visit of the most famous culture and historical sites in city. With the first stop at Ho Chi Minh area where you will have chance to discover the Mausoleum, Museum, One Pillar Pagoda, stilt house where he had work in past. After that, we continue to visit the Ethonology Museum with the distinct or 54 ethnic minorities culture before heading to visit Temple of Literature -First University in Vietnam found in the 11 Century by Ly King’s dynasty. Finally, the driver will bring you to the airport for taking a flight to Hue. Pick up to city for check in and free at leisure around the city or on colorful Perfume River banks at night. Night in Hue.
Services included: Transport, guide, breakfast, entrance fee, flight ticket and hotel.

Day 04: Hue City – Hoi An (Breakfast)

Today, after breakfast at hotel, we will start a tour to discover Hue – the last King Palace which is still remained with various kinds of royal construction and architecture. With a visit at Flag Towel, Ngo Mon gate, Nine Urns, Thai Hoa and forbidden Palace. After that, continue to visit a King Tombs before enjoy a boat trip cruising along Perfume River for a visit Thien Mu Pagoda and Minh Mang King Tomb. Finally, heading along Heritage Road to Hoian for check in. Free and night in Hoian.
Services included: Transport, guide, breakfast, entrance fee, boat trip and hotel.

Day 05: Hoian – Tour to My Son Holly Land – Walking tour (Breakfast)

Today, after the breakfast at hotel, we will enjoy a day trip to visit My Son Holy Land. Discover the Champ ruins with old Champ king palace architecture temples and Palace. Free at leisure then return to a boat pier for a boat trip along Thu Bon River, with a visit of traditional villages like Kim Bong for Carpenter products; Thanh Ha for pottery products. Time for lunch, then visit the Indochina old trade center town of Hoi An with 400 years old Japanese Bridge, 300 years old Chinese temple, 200 years old Vietnamese former merchants’ house. Return to hotel. Night in Hoi An.
Services included: Transport, guide, breakfast, entrance fee, boat trip and hotel.

Day 06: Hoian – Tour to Marble Mountain – Champ Museum – Saigon City (Breakfast)

Today, after the breakfast, we will be free before start a visit at marble mountain with their cave and hillside temples and scenic views, then Champ Museum for a big statue collection of Champ Culture. Finally free before taking a flight to Saigon. Pick up to city for a visit some of famous site in Saigon city such as: Palace, Museum, Cathedral.. Night in Saigon.
Services included: Transport, guide, breakfast, entrance fee, flight ticket and hotel.

Day 07: Saigon – Tour to Cai Be Floating Market – Vinh Long (Breakfast, Lunch)

Today, we will spend a full day for touring to Mekong delta. First, enjoy about 3 hours for driving to Cai Be via Mekong delta area with the beauty of the countryside landscapes. On arrival, enjoy a Moto boat to explore the lush vegetation of Mekong Delta and the lively floating market buyers bargaining. Next a rowing boat rides on the maze of shady canals to arrive at a local orchard to enjoy the local tropical fruits and visit the daily activities the handicraft villages of local people. Break time for lunch and then free at leisure around the village before continue to Vinh Long. Time for walking around or visit land market before return Saigon. Night in Saigon.
Services included: Transport, guide, meals, entrance fee, boat trip and hotel.

Day 08: Saigon – Siemreap (Breakfast)

Today, we will be free at leisure in the morning before taking a flight to Siemreap. On arrival, pick up to city for check in. Night in Siemreap
Services included: Transport, breakfast, flight ticket and hotel.

Day 09: Siemreap – Angkor tour to Temples (Breakfast)

Today, we will take an early morning flight to Siemreap. Pick up to city and start a full day exploring the Angkor Temples. Firstly, we will tour to South Gate of Angkor Thom, then go to Angkor Thom (the temple) which was built by Angkor’s greatest king, Jayavarman VII. The major attraction of Angkor Thom is the Bayon, whose exact function and symbolism is still unknown until now. Then we go to Baphoun, which is one of the most spectacular of Angkor’s temples in its heyday; to Terrace of the Elephants that was used as a giant reviewing stand for public ceremonies and served as a base for the king’s grand audience hall; to Terrace of the Leper King, another of Angkor’s mysteries. In the afternoon, we visit the World Seventh Wonder -better known as Angkor Wat- that stands as the most important archaeological sites in South-East Asia. Angkor wat stretch over some 400 sq. km, including forested area, Angkor Archaeological Park contains the magnificent remains of the different capitals of the Khmer Empire. In the evening we view the sunset at Phnom Bakheng Hill. Accommodation in Siem Reap.
Services included: Transport, guide, breakfast, entrance fee and hotel.

Day 10: Siemreap city tour (Breakfast)

Today, after the breakfast, we will start enjoy a tour for visiting the exquisitely decorated pink sandstone temple of Banteay Srey, whose intricate carving has the example of Khmer classical art remaining and stands as the finest monument ever seen on the planet and Banteay Samre Temples. In the afternoon, visit Prasat Kravan, Spas srang, Banteay Kdey, Ta Keo, Ta Prohm. Dinner and accommodation in Siemreap.
Services included: Transport, guide, breakfast, entrnance fee and hotel.

Day 11: Siemreap – Tonle Sap Lake – Luang Prabang (Breakfast)

Today, after breakfast, it is the time to experience a boat trip cruising among the Great Lake Tonle Sap, which is renowned for its basin of fresh water fish (10 tons/ 1Square Km in the 60’s). Visitors may also view the fresh water exhibition where we can see various kinds of fish in Tonle Sap Lake before continuing to visit the Floating Village. Finally, transfer to the airport for the flight to Luang Prabang. Pick up to city for check in and night in Luang Prabang.
Services included: Transport, guide, breakfast, entrance fee, boat trip, flight ticket and hotel.

Day 12: Luang Prabang – Pak Ou Caves and Xiengmene (Breakfast)

Today we embark on a cruise upstream on the Mekong River, firstly stopping at Xiengmene, where we visit Wat Long Khun, and the limestone cave Tham Sakkarin, and a tour around Ban Xiengmene village. Following a picnic lunch, we then continue by boat up the Mekong which also gives us a breathtaking view of the tranquil countryside as well time to explore the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, two linked caves crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims. Along the way, we stop at the village of Ban Xanghai, where they make the local rice wine. On return, we take a short drive to Ban Phanom, a small village known for its hand weaving. Overnight in Luang Prabang .
Services included: Transport, guide, breakfast, entrance fee, boat trip and hotel.

Day 13: Luang Prabang – Khuang Si Waterfall and Ban Chan (Breakfast)

Today we cross the Mekong River by boat, to the picturesque village of Ban Chan, a pottery village. We then visit the morning Phousi Market, where you will see such perse offerings as dried buffalo skin, local tea and saltpeter among the chickens, vegetables and hill-tribe weavings. Laos is also known for its traditional crafts, and today you will visit local villages of Lao ethnic minority groups at Ban Ouay, a Hmong village, Ban Ou a Laoloum village and Ban Thapene, Khmu villages. This then takes us to the beautiful Khuang Si Waterfall where you can cool off with a refreshing swim in the pools or walk along the forest trails. We then return to Luang Prabang by late afternoon. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Services included: Transport, guide, breakfast, entrance fee, boat trip and hotel.

Day 14: Luang Prabang – Vientiane (Breakfast)

Today, we will begins with a visit to the Royal Palace Museum, which hosts a range of interesting artifacts. We then head to the magnificent Wat Xa iengthong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground, which represents classical Laotian architecture. We also have time to visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrines of Wat Aham and Wat Mai. after that, take a flight to Vientiane. Pick up to city for check in and night in Vientiane.
Services included: Transport, guide, breakfast, entrance fee, flight tickets and hotel.

Day 15: Vientiane City (Breakfast)

After breakfast, we explore Vientiane capital by visiting the major sights of the capital; including the oldest Wat Sisaket with thousands of miniature Buddha statues and the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo, which previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha Image. . En route to Lao’s national precious heritage, the famous and sacred structure of That Luang Stupa, you will have the opportunity to take some pictures of the imposing Patuxay Monument, which is well known as Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph.In the afternoon we continue visiting the rest of Vientiane by foot, including Wat Ong Tue, Wat Inpeng and Wat Haisok. We pass by the major shopping area continuing to the Vientiane Central Market of Talad Sao and Talad Kouadin where various goods are displayed for sale; including fresh food, household goods, souvenirs, textiles, gold, silver and antiques. Night in Vientiane.
Services included: Transport, guide, breakfast, entrance fee and hotel.

Day 16: Vientiane – Departure (Breakfast)

Today, we will be free at leisure before car will drive to the airport for departure flight. End the Indochina Highlight tour 16 days.
Services included: Transportation and breakfast.

Tour cost: In USD – Please drop us a request with the proposal toured date, group quantity, preferred hotel standard.

Included services:

+ Transportation with A/C
+ English speaking guide on tour
+ Meals mentioned above
+ Entrance fee for sites visited
+ Boat trip in: Halong, Hue, Hoian, Mekong delta, Tonle Sap Lake, Pak Ou cave
+ Flight tickets: Hanoi – Hue, Danang – Saigon, Saigon – Siemreap, Siemreap – Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang – Vientiane.
+ Hotels – shared double/ twin room
+ Puppet music show, Government tax, services charge.

Excluded services:

+ Personal expenses, Drinks, telephone, laundry, tips
+ Airfare, Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos visas,
+ Airport taxes – paying at airport check in desks.
+ Payment services charge by credit card or bank transfer (3%)
+ Other services not mentioned in the itinerary.

Note:

  + You can adjust the itinerary based on your interested
+ As there are some domestic flight tickets, we need you full names to check and keep the flight available in advance once you final the itinerary.