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19 Days | Explore the hearts of Northern Thailand and Vietnam, from bustling cities to serene natural landscapes
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Start
Bangkok, Thailand
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Finish
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Trip Code
TTPVC
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 12
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Physical Rating
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Meals
18 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
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Transport
Boat, Plane, Private Minibus, Train, Bicycle
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Accommodation
Hotel (15 nights), Lodge (2 nights), Overnight boat (1 night)
From £5,297(19 days)
Trip Informations
Get to know the essence of local culture as you travel from the city streets to the mountain tops of Northern Thailand – a land of mouth-watering food, stunning landscapes, fascinating history and incredibly hospitable locals. Explore the ancient temples of Ayutthaya, spend time with Lisu hill tribes, meet the experts at an elephant sanctuary in Chiang Mai and uncover the country’s past in Kanchanaburi. Then, hit the streets of bustling Vietnam and take part in enriching local encounters as your leader shows you the soul of this diverse metropolis. Get lost in the districts of Hanoi, cruise past the limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay on an overnight cruise, discover the old-world charm of Hoi An and navigate the winding streets of Ho Chi Minh City. With an unbeatable mix of culture, cuisine and history, your Premium journey through two of Southeast Asia’s hotspots will surely surprise and delight.
Why you’ll love this trip
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Stay in the beautiful Lisu Lodge for your Feature Stay in Thailand. This community-based project employs Lisu villagers and allows you to immerse yourself in local culture while enjoying creature comforts.
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Support an important animal welfare initiative, speak with local experts and get close to incredible creatures at the Elephant Nature Park.
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Explore the cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City with your local leader, who will help you uncover the vibrant mix of influences, from the French to Asian traders, settlers and Indigenous peoples.
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Enjoy an overnight cruise in Ha Long Bay on a boat as beautiful as its surroundings for your Feature Stay in Vietnam. Take in spectacular views while enjoying a candle-lit dinner on deck.
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Sit down to a soul-stirring Hat Xam performance, your Exclusive Experience and an art form that dates back over 700 years to the Tran Dynasty.
Is this trip right for you?
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In 2023, Tet (Lunar New Year) will run from the 21st to the 27th of January. This is a fascinating and rewarding time to see the region, however you do need to be prepared for some businesses to be closed, tourist sites to be very busy and for transport to be packed as many Vietnamese are travelling around the country. Please consider your travel arrangements carefully before booking travel for this period.
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You will visit a number of temples that require a level of modesty. All travellers must bring clothes that cover the arms and pants or skirts that go past the knees. The heat can be challenging, especially in April and May, so please pack accordingly.
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This trip includes a cycling tour around Sukhothai Heritage Park, so confidence on a bicycle will be required. The roads are quiet with minimal traffic, so it’s a leisurely ride.
Itinerary
- DAY 1Bangkok
- DAY 2Bangkok
- DAY 3Kanchanaburi
- DAY 4Kanchanaburi
- DAY 5Ayutthaya
- DAY 6Ayutthaya to Sukhothai
- DAY 7Sukhothai
- DAY 8Mae Taeng
- DAY 9Mae Taeng
- DAY 10Chiang Mai
- DAY 11Chiang Mai
- DAY 12Chiang Mai
- DAY 13Halong Bay
- DAY 14Hanoi
- DAY 15Hoi An
- DAY 16Hoi An
- DAY 17Ho Chi Minh City
- DAY 18Ho Chi Minh City
- DAY 19Ho Chi Minh City
Inclusions
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18 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
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Boat, Plane, Private Minibus, Train, Bicycle
bed Accommodation
Hotel (15 nights), Lodge (2 nights), Overnight boat (1 night)
festival Activities
circleComplimentary Arrival Transfer
circleBangkok - Welcome Dinner
circleBangkok - Grand Palace
circleBangkok - Wat Pho
circleBangkok - Khlong boat canal tour
circleBangkok - Temple Merit Making
circleBenjarong - Ceramics Workshop
circleKanchanaburi - Kanchanaburi War Cemetery
circleKanchanaburi - Bridge over the River Kwai
circleKanchanaburi - Erawan National Park Visit
circleKanchanaburi - Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum
circleBaan Nong Khao - Weaving Community Visit
circleAyutthaya - Temple Visit
circleAyutthaya - Traditional Rice Barge Dinner Cruise
circleAyutthaya - Train to Phitsanuloke
circleSukhothai - Morning Alms Offering
circleSukhothai - Historical Park Visit and Bike Ride
circleSukhothai - Dinner in a local home
circleMuang Kued - Village Visit, Cooking Class, and Handicraft Workshop
circleMae Taeng - Mae Tamaan Base Camp BBQ Dinner
circleChiang Mai - Elephant Nature Park Half Day Trip
circleChiang Mai - Akha Ama Coffee Social Enterprise Visit
circleChiang Mai - Doi Suthep Temple Visit
circleChiang Mai - Farewell Dinner
circleHalong Bay - Overnight Boat Cruise
circleHanoi - Hat Xam performance
circleHalong Bay - Tai Chi
circleHanoi - Temple of Literature
circleHanoi - Lunch at KOTO
circleHanoi - Hoa Lo Prison
circleHoi An - Old Town walking tour
circleHo Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels
circleHo Chi Minh City - Reunification Palace
circleHo Chi Minh City - War Remnants Museum
circleHo Chi Minh City - Notre Dame Cathedral
museum Add on activities
circleBangkok - Jim Thompson's House - THB200
circleBangkok - Thai Massage - THB250
circleHalong Bay - Kayaking Tour - VND250000
circleHanoi - Street Food Experience Urban Adventure - USD40
circleHoi An - Farm to Table dining experience at Tra Que Village and Mua restaurant - USD84
circleHo Chi Minh City - Mekong Discovery Urban Adventure - USD73
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Tuesday Jun 03, 2025
Saturday Jun 21, 2025
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Tuesday Jun 17, 2025
Saturday Jul 05, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
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Tuesday Jul 01, 2025
Saturday Jul 19, 2025
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Tuesday Jul 29, 2025
Saturday Aug 16, 2025
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Tuesday Aug 19, 2025
Saturday Sep 06, 2025
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Tuesday Sep 09, 2025
Saturday Sep 27, 2025
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Tuesday Sep 30, 2025
Saturday Oct 18, 2025
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Tuesday Oct 07, 2025
Saturday Oct 25, 2025
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Tuesday Oct 14, 2025
Saturday Nov 01, 2025
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Thursday Oct 23, 2025
Monday Nov 10, 2025
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Tuesday Oct 28, 2025
Saturday Nov 15, 2025
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£5,506
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Thursday Oct 30, 2025
Monday Nov 17, 2025
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Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
Saturday Nov 22, 2025
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Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Saturday Nov 29, 2025
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Tuesday Nov 18, 2025
Saturday Dec 06, 2025
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£5,720
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Important notes
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1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
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2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes the Halong Bay boat overnight where you will be in shared accommodation, and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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3. This trip includes domestic and international flights as indicated on the trip map. The luggage allowance is 20kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on.
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4. Full name exactly as per passport required at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on the passport), for internal flights. Ticketing fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket.
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5. Due to limited luggage space in our vehicles, please ensure that you are packing light and compact. Large, bulky suitcases are unsuitable for this trip. Please refer to the Packing section of the Essential Trip Information for details.
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6. Local authorities only permit a limited number of boats to stay overnight in Halong Bay. To ensure all travellers can be accommodated on board available boats, on rare occasions you may stay on a larger boat and share your boat with another group. Otherwise, we may swap the activities and destinations of Days 13 and 14 to provide you the best possible experience. The route taken and inclusions on board will remain the same.
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7. Flight schedules within South East Asia are currently limited. Whenever possible, you will be on a direct fight. However, some flights may require a stop.
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8. On the TTPVC231111 and TTPVC231114 departures, the Thailand Feature Stay will be Sibsan Resort, rather than Lisu Lodge, in Mae Taeng.
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