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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
17 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 8 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 £4,079(19 days)
Trip Informations
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 the gentle giants 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 tradersand 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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You will visit several temples on this trip, which requires a level of modesty. Please 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 leisurely cycling tour around Sukhothai Heritage Park, so a level of confidence on a bike is required. The roads are quiet with minimal traffic, and the tour takes place within the park's confines.
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Tet (Lunar New Year in Vietnam) takes place annually in January or February. This is a fascinating and rewarding time to visit. However, you do need to be prepared for some businesses to be closed, tourist sites to be very busy and transport to be packed as many locals are travelling. Please consider this when choosing your departure date.
Itinerary
Explore the energetic cities and natural landscapes of Northern Thailand and Vietnam
Over 19 days, set off on an adventure through Thailand and Vietnam and see the contrast of bustling cities and serene landscapes. Explore the 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 Vietnam as your leader shows you the soul of this diverse metropolis. Get lost in the districts of Hanoi, take in the sights of Ha Long Bay on an overnight cruise and discover the old-world charm of Hoi An. Your Premium journey is filled with a mix of culture, cuisine, history and unbeatable views.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Bangkok
- DAY 2Day 2 • Bangkok
- DAY 3Day 3 • Kanchanaburi
- DAY 4Day 4 • Kanchanaburi
- DAY 5Day 5 • Ayutthaya
- DAY 6Day 6 • Ayutthaya to Sukhothai
- DAY 7Day 7 • Sukhothai
- DAY 8Day 8 • Mae Taeng
- DAY 9Day 9 • Mae Taeng
- DAY 10Day 10 • Chiang Mai
- DAY 11Day 11 • Chiang Mai
- DAY 12Day 12 • Hanoi
- DAY 13Day 13 • Halong Bay
- DAY 14Day 14 • Hanoi
- DAY 15Day 15 • Hoi An
- DAY 16Day 16 • Hoi An
- DAY 17Day 17 • Ho Chi Minh City
- DAY 18Day 18 • Ho Chi Minh City
- DAY 19Day 19 • Ho Chi Minh City
Inclusions
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17 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 8 dinners
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Boat, Plane, Private Minibus, Train, Bicycle
bed Accommodation
Hotel (15 nights), Lodge (2 nights), Overnight boat (1 night)
festival Included 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 - Yim Soo Cafe
circleChiang Mai - Doi Suthep Temple Visit
circleChiang Mai - Farewell Dinner
circleHanoi - Welcome Dinner
circleFast Track Airport Service on Arrival
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 - War Remnants Museum
circleHo Chi Minh City - Half Day City Tour
circleHo Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels
museum Optional activities
circleBangkok - Jim Thompson's House - THB200
circleBangkok - Thai Massage - THB300
circleHalong Bay - Kayaking Tour - VND250000
circleHanoi - Street Food Experience Urban Adventure - USD29
circleHoi An - Farm to Table dining experience at Tra Que Village and Mua restaurant - USD84
circleHoi An - Private Bike, Boat and Dinner Experience - USD69
circleHo Chi Minh City - Mekong Discovery Urban Adventure - USD59
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Tuesday Jun 03, 2025
Saturday Jun 21, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - Sold Out
Tuesday Jun 17, 2025
Saturday Jul 05, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£5,099
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Tuesday Jul 01, 2025
Saturday Jul 19, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 6 spaces left
£5,099
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Tuesday Jul 29, 2025
Saturday Aug 16, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 2 spaces left
£5,544£4,990
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Tuesday Aug 19, 2025
Saturday Sep 06, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£5,099
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Tuesday Sep 09, 2025
Saturday Sep 27, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 6 spaces left
£5,203
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Tuesday Sep 30, 2025
Saturday Oct 18, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 6 spaces left
£5,132£4,875
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Tuesday Oct 07, 2025
Saturday Oct 25, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£5,099
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Tuesday Oct 14, 2025
Saturday Nov 01, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£5,099£4,079
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Thursday Oct 23, 2025
Monday Nov 10, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 4 spaces left
£5,099£4,079
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Tuesday Oct 28, 2025
Saturday Nov 15, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 7 spaces left
£5,429£4,343
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Thursday Oct 30, 2025
Monday Nov 17, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 3 spaces left
£5,429£4,343
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Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
Saturday Nov 22, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 3 spaces left
£6,017£5,415
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Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Saturday Nov 29, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 3 spaces left
£5,506£4,955
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Tuesday Nov 18, 2025
Saturday Dec 06, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - Sold Out
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 is 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. This trip is a combination of two trips. Please review the Itinerary for details of when your fellow travellers and leader will change.
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9. The direct flight from Chaing Mai to Hanoi is no longer operating between May and October. Departures during this period will transit in Bangkok. The most appropriate flights will be booked, but it may mean an early morning departure from Chaing Mai.
Reviews (3)
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Catherine
Feb 28, 2025
Awesome experience.
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Margie
Feb 21, 2025
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Stephen
Feb 09, 2025
A great first visit of Asia, looking forward to coming back to explore more, great group leader & wonderful fellow travellers