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Indochina Tours
Indochina Revealed 20days/19 nights
Trip Code: IR 03
• Private tour with English/French speaking guide
• Date of Departure is at your wish
• Starting from Hanoi & end in Siem Reap or vice versa
A fantastic journey through three Southeast Asian nations, Indochina Revealed is an adventure encompassing the ancient cultures of Vietnam , Cambodia and Laos . The trip has many highlights: We explore the historical sites of Hue and Hoi An in Vietnam , Luang Prabang in Laos and Angkor Wat in Cambodia - the world's largest ceremonial structure. Then there are the cities of Hanoi, Phnom Penh and Vientiane, all heavily influenced by French colonialism, as evidenced in their broad tree-lined boulevards and classical 19th century French architecture. Add to this the vibrancy of Saigon, the serenity of Halong Bay and the kaleidoscope of color at Tay Ninh and you have a wonderful glimpse into this most charming part of the world.
We also aim to appreciate the multitude of local cultural traditions-wandering the many colorful markets, street stalls, exploring the tranquil villages along the banks of the Mekong and gaining perspectives across a rural landscape that has yet be down into the 21st century. Get ready to enjoy a trip of a lifetime with us!!
Day 1. Arrival Hanoi (D)
Warmly welcome on arrival at Hanoi 's Noi Bai International airport, you will be greeted by our guide and transferred to your hotel in town.At leisure. Transfer out for welcome dinner. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2. Hanoi (B/L)
The colonial capital city Hanoi is a unique Asian city with tree-lined boulevards, French colonial architecture, peaceful lakes and oriental pagodas and temples date back thousand years ago.
This full day tour takes you around Hanoi's most interesting sights, including the Ho Chi Minh Complex: Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum and his Stilts House, Presidential Palace and the One Pillar Pagoda nearby, and the Old Quarter also known as the 36 streets and guilds. Also on the tour - the Lake of the Restored Sword and Ngoc Son Temple, the Temple of Literature, peaceful West Lake with lovers street Thanh Nien, the sedate Tran Quoc Pagoda and Quan Thanh Temple and one of the city's museums, either the History Museum or the Ethnology Museum. In the evening enjoy a traditional Vietnamese water puppet show. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 3. Hanoi-Halong - Cat Ba Island (B/L)
Today you leave Hanoi for Halong Bay through the Red River Delta. Upon arrive in Halong Bay we transfer to our boat for a cruise of the crystalline emerald waters of Halong Bay, giving us the chance to take in the stunning scenery of this World Heritage Site. While on board we will have a sumptuous fresh, local seafood lunch followed by a swim if weather permit and the opportunity to explore the most beautiful limestone cave Sung Sot (Surprises Grottoes). The final destination of today is Cat Ba island. Check in. Free. At leisure. Overnight in Cat Ba Island.
Day 4. Cat Ba Island- Haiphong city - Hanoi (B/L)
You have the whole morning to hike in the Cat Ba National Park to explore the fauna and flora of the rainforest. Afternoon you will be boarding a local ferry for the port city of Hai Phong. Here you rejoin car for transfer back to Hanoi for overnight.
Day 5. Hanoi - Hue (B)
Following breakfast is your free time in colonial Hanoi until transfer to airport for flight to Hue World Heritage site. Pick up & transfer to hotel. Overnight in Hue.
Day 6. Ancient Capital Hue (B/D)
Rising up in the ancient land, breakfast in hotel, we board on a private boat for cruising romantic Perfume River. This time we head out for the countryside. Being the ancient capital, Hue is surrounded with ancient tombs of emperors past, and a visit to some of these tombs will be on the itinerary for today. The charming Lady Pagoda (Thien Mu Pagoda) will be the first stop of the day. Setting in the converge of rivers, and gives you a great view on the Perfume River and surrounding area. Thien Mu Pagoda which is considered the unofficial symbol of Hue, and Buddhism Centre in Centre Vietnam. From here you will rejoin car to visit king Minh Mang's tom and king Tu Duc's tomb.
In the afternoon you embark on a tour to visit the Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City, the Imperial Museum and the Dong Ba market. Enjoy Hue Rotal-style dinner at the restaurant. Overnight in Hue.
Day 7. Hue - Ancient town Hoian (B/L)
Leave the World Heritage Hue to another World Heritage Hoian Ancient town over the Hai Van pass, you stop in Danang city to visit Cham Museum and handicraft villages on the foot of Marble Mountain before arriving in Hoian. Once in Hoi An you will check into our hotel and free time to relax. Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 8. Ancient town Hoian (B)
You enjoy a half day orientation tour of Hoian including the Chinese Assembly Halls, the Japanese Covered Bridge , Phuc Kien Pagoda and Tan Ky House. Following the tour there will be free time to shopping or relaxing. Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 9. Hoian - Danang - HCMC (B/L)
In the morning transfer to Danang Airport. Time to say goodbye the Centre and take flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Transfer directly to your centrally located hotel.
In the afternoon you embark on a city tour of Saigon including The Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post Office, Remnant War Museum and bustling Ben Thanh Market. Overnight in HCMC.
Day 10. HCMC - Mekong Delta (B/L)
You leave HCMC to lush My Tho where you boat on a private boat through the green vegetation of the canals to an orchard, where you are treated to a delicious lunch in bonsai garden in the heart of Mekong, complete with tropical fruits. You also visit the snake farm Dong Tam that breeds snakes for, among other things, snake wine and enjoy a bonsai garden before heading back to HCMC.
Day 11. Cu Chi tunnels and Cao Dai Temples (B/L)
This morning you drive to Tay Ninh - Cao Dai Holysee Temple is the cathedral of the Cao Daism religion with the Divine Eye - official symbol of Caodaism. Cao Dai followers worship Jesus Christ, Confucius, Taoism, and Buddha. Time to observe the midday service.
On the way back you will droff to visit Cu Chi Underground Tunnels. Cu Chi Tunnels consist of more than 200km of underground tunnels. This main axis system has many branches connecting to underground hideouts, shelters, and entrances to other tunnels. The network included innumerable trap doors, specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers and kitchens. Today the remaining tunnels have become a major tourist attraction giving the visitor a unique experience and a feel of what underground life during the U.S.-Vietnam War. Overnight in HCMC.
Day 12. Saigon - Vientiane (D)
Free in the morning until transfer to airport and fly o to Vientiane/ Laos
Meet and greet at airport in Vientiane you will be transferred to your hotel. Welcome dinner. Overnight in Vientiane.
Day 13. Vientiane - Luang Phabang (B/L)
After breakfast there will be a tour of Vientiane. Although it is a capital city, Vientiane has the feel of a small provincial town. The wide boulevards are almost devoid of traffic and with its many temples, the city retains the feel of another age. The tour includes visits to the major temples of Vat Sisaket, Vat Phrakeo and the impressive That Luang Stupa, the country's most important monument. You will also see the Arch of Triumph, the National Museum and shop at the Morning market before transfer to airport for flight to Luang Prabang. Upon arrival Luang Prabang pick up and transfer to our hotel. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Day 14. Luang Prabang (B/L)
An optional early start gives you the fantastic opportunity to participate in the daily morning rituals of saffron-clad monks collecting offerings of Alms (often in the form of sticky rice) from the faithful residents. This tradition is very unique in Laos, being the only Buddhist nation still preserving the ritual.
Wholeday visit Luang Prabang including Wat Xieng Thong, the most beautiful temple, then take the traditional boat trip upstream on the Mekong River to visit the famous caves of Pak-Ou, located at the side of the steep cliff on the bank of the Mekong River housing hundreds of Buddha statues. En route you visit local rice-wine distillery and Ban Phanom weaving village. Followed by visit to Wat Phousy on the top of the hill overlooking the Mekong River. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Day 15. Luang Phrabang (B/L)
Today you visit Morning market, National museum (the former king's palace), and climb up the Phousi hill for overlooking the city. Free time in town. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Day 16. Luang Prabang- Phnom Penh (D)
You are free until transfer to airport for your flight to Phnom Penh. Upon arrival at Phnom Penh you will be greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel. You enjoy a free day at leisure in the capital of Cambodia for shopping or relaxing. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 17. Phnom Penh (B/L)
In the morning you visit National Museum, Royal Palace, and Silver Pagoda, Located within the grounds of the Royal Palace, Then continue your visit to the riverfront, it is the most popular place for the tourist. The view of the confluence of Mekong and Tonle Sap River is the geographically unique, visit Wat Phnom, Yeay Penh’s statue (grand mother Penh) at southwest of the hills. Lunch at local restaurant.
In the afternoon it is a tour visit to Victory Monument, it is the symbolize Cambodian Independence regained from French colonialism in 1953. Then visit Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21 prison) and Cheung Ek Killing Field. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 18. Phnom Penh - Siem Reap & Angkor Wat (B/L)
In the morning you take flight to Siem Reap. Once in Seam Reap you visit the fascinating ruins of Ta Prohm shrouded undergrowth and the roots of Banyan trees.
In the afternoon you start exploring Angkor Thom the South Gate, Bayon with 4 enigmatic giant faces, The Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day19. Angkor Wat (B/D)
Following breakfast at hotel, you take a drive of 45 km from Seam Reap to Pre Rup and The East Mebon, visit Bantaey Srei and Bantaey Kdei. In the afternoon we visit The World Seventh Wonder Angkor Wat. Dinner with Apsara show at local restaurant. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 20. Tonle Sap Lake - Departure (B)
You enjoy a new day in this ancient land. Following breakfast is a 2-hour boat cruise on Tonle Sap Lake. Afternoon free at leisure or additional Siem Reap sightseeing until transfer for departure. Thanks for joining with Luxury Travel !
| Cities |
Hotel Name |
Room Type |
| Deluxe Category |
| Hanoi |
Sheraton Hanoi Hotel |
Deluxe |
| Ho Chi Minh |
Sheraton Saigon Hotel |
Deluxe Poolview |
| Hue |
Imperial Hue |
Deluxe Riverview. |
| Hoi An |
Palm Garden resort |
Deluxe Oceanview. |
| Phnom Penh |
LE ROYAL HOTEL |
State room |
| Siem Reap |
SOFITEL ROYAL ANGKOR |
Superior |
| DE LA PAIX HOTEL |
Deluxe |
| Vientiane |
Green Park Hotel |
Deluxe |
| Luang Prabang |
Villa Maly |
Deluxe |
Tour price includes:
• All private transfer and transportation
• Accommodation shared in Twin/Double room with daily breakfast
• French or English Speaking Guide.
• All In-tour flights as per itinerary.
• Boat trip & cruise as per tour.
• Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast ; L:Lunch; D:Dinner)
• All sightseeing tickets.
• Vietnam visa on approved letter ( Easy & recommended)
• Services charges and government tax.
Tour price excludes:
• International flights & departures taxes.
• Beverage
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
• Vietnam visa stamp fee.
• Cambodia & Laos visa fee. (Visa on arrival easy & recommended)
• Others not mentioned above
Group size |
Valid From 01 Oct. 09 to 30 Sep. 10
Price per person in USD in party of |
| 1 |
2 |
3-5 |
6-8 |
9-12 |
13-20 |
Sgl Sup |
| Deluxe |
8,473 |
5,477 |
5,086 |
4,863 |
4,682 |
4,586 |
1,622 |
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We are back now and had such wonderful trip. We really loved every part of our trip as each place in Indochina was so different. We especially loved Luang Prabang. It is a very wonderful place. We easily could have stayed there more time! Thank you for all your help with everything. We couldn't have done it without you. Catherine Dalton (USA) cem94945@yahoo.com
My trip to Vietnam/Cambodia was amazing. We had a great tour operator in Vietnam/Cambodia. Dean and I were treated like royalty with a private tour for the 2 of us including private guide/driver/car/all entrance fees and meals. We had a whole 8 bedroom boat to ourselves while the other boats were crammed with tourists. We were able to set our own schedule and change it to our liking. I refer this tour company to all of you who are looking for customized private tours. Becky Perry from Canada
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