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South East Asia Uncovered
22 Days | Uncover the delights of South East Asia on this adventure
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Start
Bangkok, Thailand
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Finish
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Trip Code
TLSXC
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - null
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Physical Rating
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Meals
16 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners
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Transport
Boat, Motorbike, Overnight sleeper train, Plane, Private Mini bus, Taxi, Longtail boat, Sampan, Tuk Tuk
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Accommodation
Guesthouse (2 nights), Hotel (16 nights), Overnight boat (1 night), Overnight sleeper train (2 nights)
From £2,772(22 days)
Trip Informations
Travel from Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City, experiencing the delights of northern Thailand, the laidback river lifestyle of Laos and the cultural richness of Vietnam. From the bright lights of Bangkok to the age-old charms of Luang Prabang and the buzz of Hanoi, go on a voyage of discovery and relaxation. Travel down the mighty Mekong and become acquainted with the tranquillity of remote villages and friendly locals along the way. Sip coffee by the lake in Hanoi, stroll the pristine shoreline around Ha Long Bay, take in the charming old-world ambiance of Hue and marvel at the hectic pace of life in Ho Chi Minh City. This is an adventure full of beauty and contrast that will introduce you to the delicious cuisine, friendly people, beautiful landscape and cosmopolitan cities of these fascinating countries.
Why you’ll love this trip
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The two day boat journey down the iconic Mekong River passes incredible rural scenery and is one of the must-dos to truly experience South East Asia.
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Sample local food wherever you go, from a seafood dinner on Ha Long Bay, street snacks at markets, a meal at a buddhist nunnery, coconut candy and tropical fruits in the Mekong Delta, and a final dinner at KOTO restaurant.
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Sail through Ha Long Bay's limestone karsts and island caves, visit a centre that turns the bay's discarded trash into treasures and spend the night checking out the stars on an overnight cruise.
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Discover the mysterious beauty of the Lao jungle as you walk side by side with recently rescued elephants on stroll through their natural habitat.
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Rise with the sun and watch saffron-robed monks shuffle between houses, where the faithful wait with offerings as part of an alms giving ritual.
Is this trip right for you?
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You'll cover a lot of distance on this trip, including overnight trains from Bangkok to Chiang Mai and Hanoi to Hue (about 12 hours). Compartments are on a mixed gender basis and you may be sharing with locals or travellers from other groups. For more about what this experience is like, see our blog posts here:
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The sightseeing tour by motorbike in Hue is great fun with bikes driven safely by professionals (and helmets provided), but alternative transport can be arranged for those who would prefer not to travel by motorbike.
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Depending on where you come from, the weather on this trip might be hotter and more humid than what you are used to.
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Smoke Haze can be common for Northern Thailand into Laos between March and April due to burning off season of crops. You may wish to take a quality mask with you if you are particularly sensitive to smoke.
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Laos is less developed than many other Southeast Asian countries. The roads can be bumpy, delays are common, and accommodation can be basic but always clean and comfortable. A little bit of patience will go a long way towards your enjoyment of this beautiful country!
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Due to dam construction upstream, water levels aren't as reliable as in previous years. When the Mekong River is at its lowest from February to April, part of the journey may occasionally need to be made by land.
Itinerary
- DAY 1Day 1 • Bangkok
- DAY 2Day 2 • Bangkok - Overnight train
- DAY 3Day 3 • Chiang Mai
- DAY 4Day 4 • Chiang Mai
- DAY 5Day 5 • Chiang Khong
- DAY 6Day 6 • Mekong River - Pak Beng
- DAY 7Day 7 • Mekong River - Luang Prabang
- DAY 8Day 8 • Luang Prabang
- DAY 9Day 9 • Luang Prabang
- DAY 10Day 10 • Vang Vieng
- DAY 11Day 11 • Vang Vieng
- DAY 12Day 12 • Vientiane
- DAY 13Day 13 • Hanoi
- DAY 14Day 14 • Halong Bay
- DAY 15Day 15 • Hanoi – Overnight train
- DAY 16Day 16 • Hue
- DAY 17Day 17 • Hue
- DAY 18Day 18 • Hoi An
- DAY 19Day 19 • Hoi An
- DAY 20Day 20 • Ho Chi Minh City
- DAY 21Day 21 • Mekong Delta – Ho Chi Minh City
- DAY 22Day 22 • Ho Chi Minh City
Inclusions
restaurant_menu Meals
16 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners
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Boat, Motorbike, Overnight sleeper train, Plane, Private Mini bus, Taxi, Longtail boat, Sampan, Tuk Tuk
bed Accommodation
Guesthouse (2 nights), Hotel (16 nights), Overnight boat (1 night), Overnight sleeper train (2 nights)
festival Activities
circleBangkok - Khlong boat canal tour
circleBangkok - Wat Pho
circleChiang Mai - Doi Suthep Temple Complex (Entrance)
circleChiang Rai - Wat Rong Khun (White Temple)
circleMekong River - 2 day boat trip
circleLuang Prabang - Pak Ou Caves
circleLuang Prabang - Kuang Si Waterfalls
circleLuang Prabang - Alms giving ceremony
circleLuang Prabang - Laos Buffalo Dairy social enterprise visit
circleLuang Prabang - MandaLao Elephant Conservation (The Tuuur Foundation partner) lunch & trek
circleLuang Prabang - Lunch at Manda Lao Elephant Conservation
circleVientiane - COPE visit
circleVientiane - Wat Si Saket
circleHanoi - KOTO dinner
circleHalong Bay - Overnight Boat Cruise
circleHalong Bay - Cave entry
circleHalong Bay - The Green Life Visit
circleHue - Imperial City entrance and guided visit
circleHue - Royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc
circleHue - Highlights & back streets by motorbike
circleHue - Thien Mu Pagoda
circleHue - Motorbike Tour Lunch
circleHoi An - Old Town walking tour
circleHo Chi Minh City - War Remnants Museum
circleHo Chi Minh City - City tour
circleMekong Delta - Mekong Delta Day Trip & Village Tuk-Tuk Tour
circleMekong Delta - Lunch
museum Optional activities
circleBangkok - Grand Palace - THB500
circleBangkok - Thai Massage - THB250
circleBangkok - Jim Thompson's House - THB200
circleChiang Mai - Thai cooking course - THB1000
circleChiang Mai - Bicycle tour - THB990
circleLuang Prabang - Mt Phu Si - USD2
circleLuang Prabang - Night Market - Free
circleLuang Prabang - Royal Theatre - USD20
circleLuang Prabang - Wat Xieng Thong - USD3
circleLuang Prabang - National Museum - USD4
circleVang Vieng - Bicycle hire - USD2
circleVang Vieng - Wat Si Vieng Song - Free
circleVang Vieng - Kayaking - USD35
circleVang Vieng - Tham Phu Kham Cave - LAK10000
circleHanoi - Women's Museum - VND30000
circleHanoi - Museum of Ethnology - VND40000
circleHanoi - Ho Chi Minh Complex - VND80000
circleHanoi - Hanoi Street Food Experience Urban Adventure - USD40
circleHalong Bay - Kayaking Tour - VND250000
circleHoi An - Food Adventure Urban Adventure - USD44
circleHoi An - Private Hoi An: My Son Discovery - USD77
circleHo Chi Minh City - Reunification Palace - VND40000
circleHo Chi Minh City - A O show - VND1050000
circleHo Chi Minh City - Saigon Street Food by Night Urban Adventure - USD36
circleHo Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnel Experience Urban Adventure - USD45
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Important notes
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1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement exclude Day 2,15 (Sleeper Train), Day 5,6 (Guesthouse) and Day 14 (Overnight boat)( where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.Rooms booked only for day use are also excluded. Please note that some room configurations have two single beds, although a double bed will always be requested.
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2. Please provide your full name exactly as per passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport) for train and flight tickets. 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 new tickets.
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3. This trip includes a domestic flight. Checked luggage allowance is a maximum of 20 kilograms, plus up to 7 kilograms carry on luggage. Any excess luggage charges will need to be paid directly to the airline at check-in.
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4. As this is a combination trip made up of some of our most popular itineraries the composition of your group as well as your leader may change.
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