Caminhos Travel

Explore the Heart of Southeast Asia: 13-Day Unforgettable Journey Through Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand!

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TOUR ITINERARY

Day

1

Arrival to Hanoi

After arriving at Hanoi Airport, you will be greeted and taken to the center of Hanoi. Once you check into your hotel, you can enjoy some free time at your convenience. In the evening, there will be a special two-hour tour to sample the street food of Hanoi, followed by a captivating water puppet performance. You will spend the night at the hotel in Hanoi.

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Pullman Hanoi or similar

Day

2

Hanoi - Ninh Binh

Experience the charm of Ninh Binh on our immersive full day tour. Join us as we explore BAI DINH – TRANG AN – MUA CAVE, three breathtaking destinations that showcase the beauty of this province.

Our first stop is Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest Pagoda in Southeast Asia known for its numerous records such as 500 Stone – Arhat Statues, a 36-ton bronze Bell, and a 100-ton Buddha Statue. Indulge in a lunch feast at the restaurant, offering buffet lunch.

Next, we visit Trang An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized in 2014. This spectacular destination is home to a marvelous cave system, chosen as the filming location for Kong’s Skull Island in 2016. Prepare to be enchanted by the beauty of this place on a boat trip.

As the day winds down, we make our way to Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). Embark on a 500-step journey and reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain for a breathtaking panoramic view of Tam Coc. We then check in to our hotel in Ninh Binh.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Wyndham Grand Vedana or similar

Day

3

Hanoi - Halong Overnight Cruise

The day begins with a transfer to Halong Bay, with a brief stop along the way. Once you arrive, you will be welcomed aboard, check into your cabin, and enjoy a delightful lunch at the restaurant. In the afternoon, you may participate in activities such as exploring one of Halong Bay’s stunning caves, taking a bamboo boat ride through a floating village, relaxing or swimming on an island, or kayaking in a lagoon. After returning to the boat, you can either take part in a cooking class or enjoy a cocktail party at sunset before dinner. The evening is yours to relax at your leisure, or you may opt to join the crew for a squid fishing excursion.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: 5-star Cruise.

Day

4

Halong - Hanoi

Early morning tea and coffee will be available. You have the option to partake in a Tai Chi class on the sundeck or engage in some early morning photography.
Following breakfast, the day’s activities will include a visit to a cave, or an ascent to an island’s peak for a sweeping view of Halong Bay. Afterward, check out and take in the stunning vistas of the bay while traversing numerous islands and islets (karst formations) on your return to the harbor.
Around 12:30, you will be transferred back to Hanoi, and check in to hotel. After checking in, you will have free time.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Pullman Hanoi or similar

Day

5

Hanoi – Siem Reap

Morning in Hanoi is free for your enjoyment.
At around noon, you’ll be picked up from the hotel and transported to the airport for your flight to Siem Reap.
Upon arrival in Siem Reap, you will be taken to your hotel. The evening is yours to spend as you wish.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: Angkor Paradise Resort or similar.

Day

6

Angkor Wat tour

Venture into the heart of the stunning Angkor temple complex, where you can navigate through its corridors, central spaces, and elevated terraces. Uncover the stories that lie behind the detailed bas-relief carvings and enrich your knowledge about the existence during the height of the Khmer Empire.
Afterward, head to Ta Prohm, widely recognized as the Tomb Raider temple, while avoiding the larger influx of visitors arriving from various routes. Next, visit Ta Keo, a temple from the 10th century built under the reign of King Jayavaram V, celebrated for its stepped structure that earns it the title of “mountain temple.”
Subsequently, delve into Angkor Thom, focusing on the Bayon temple, where a multitude of tranquil Buddha faces watch over all who pass by. Enter through the South Gate of this 12th-century city, adorned with an impressive array of stone figures lining the causeway, before returning to Siem Reap. A local restaurant will serve lunch.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Angkor Paradise Resort or similar.

Day

7

Siem Reap-Bangkok

Following breakfast, you will be taken to Siem Reap airport for your flight to Bangkok.
Upon reaching Bangkok, you’ll be taken to your hotel for check-in.
Later in the evening, savor dinner at the Baiyoke Sky hotel, which was formerly the tallest structure in South East Asia. Your dining experience will include access to the observation terrace, offering stunning panoramic views of the city.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Grand Mercure Atrium or similar

Day

8

Bangkok
Enjoy a comprehensive full-day tour of Bangkok, featuring visits to the city’s most renowned temples and the Royal Palace, with lunch provided.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Grand Mercure Atrium or similar
Day

9

Bangkok-Phuket

Morning departure for Phuket
Transfer to hotel upon arrival in Phuket
Optional (additional cost): evening activities (Siam Niramit show or Phuket Fantasia show, both shows include dinner and Thai dances by performers and elephants as well).

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Amora Beach Resort or similar

Day

10

Free day or Phang Nga Bay
Spend a day unwinding in Phuket, or choose to embark on an optional speed boat trip to Phang Nga Bay (additional cost). Experience some of Thailand’s most picturesque landscapes, explore a nearby island village, go canoeing through the scenic sea caves, and savor a traditional Thai meal.
Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Amora Beach Resort or similar
Day

11

Khao Lak National Park

All-day jungle expedition featuring a safari experience with elephant riding, options for white water or bamboo rafting, zip lining, and a lunch break.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Amora Beach Resort or similar

Day

12

Phi Phi Islands
A luxurious catamaran cruise to the Phi Phi islands, complete with lunch, is the perfect finale to our tour. This breathtaking location served as the backdrop for Leonardo DiCaprio’s renowned film “The Beach,” showcasing spectacular views.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Amora Beach Resort or similar.
Day

13

Departure

Today we farewell to the land of the smiles. At the right time for your flight, you will be transported to Phuket airport for return flight home, with memories to last a lifetime.

Meals: Breakfast