Adventure: Thailand – Cambodia – Vietnam

After breakfast, begin your day with a visit to the Grand Royal Palace, the ceremonial residence of Thailand’s royal family. Within the same complex is the stunning Wat Phra Kaew, home to the revered Emerald Buddha statue.

Next, continue to Wat Pho, famous for its massive Reclining Buddha, and then visit Wat Traimit, known for housing the Golden Buddha—the largest solid gold Buddha statue in the world.

In the afternoon, embark on a long-tail boat for an excursion along the Chao Phraya River and its bustling inner canals. This journey offers a unique glimpse into local riverside life. Along the way, stop to explore Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn), one of Bangkok’s most iconic landmarks.

After the tour, return to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Overnight in Bangkok.

Enjoy a free day at your leisure.

In the evening, you will be transferred from your hotel to the Chao Phraya River for a dinner cruise aboard the Chao Phraya Princess (no guide included).

The dinner cruise includes:

One welcome drink

An international buffet with coffee/tea

Live music entertainment

• Cruise Schedule:
• Boarding: 19:30
• Docking: 21:30
• Pier: ASIATIQUE Pier or ICONSIAM Pier (subject to confirmation)

After the cruise, your driver will pick you up and transfer you back to your hotel.

Overnight in Bangkok.

Enjoy your morning at leisure until our driver picks you up for the transfer to the airport for your flight to Siem Reap.

Upon arrival, after completing immigration and collecting your luggage, please proceed to the arrival hall where our driver will be waiting with a signboard bearing your name.

Transfer to your hotel for check-in (standard check-in time is 14:00; early check-in is subject to availability).

Overnight in Siem Reap.

Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for Banteay Srei temple this morning. This red sandstone temple is one of Angkor’s most significant structures as its walls are decorated with elaborate carvings which have been preserved remarkably well. They provide an excellent insight into the Angkor civilization and their beliefs. It was built in the 10th century and was dedicated to the Hindu god – Shiva. Continue on a pleasant drive through the countryside to Beng Mealea, a sprawling jungle temple constructed in a distinctly Angkor Wat style by King Jayavarman II in the early 12th century. It preceded and may have served as a prototype for Angkor Wat. Contrary to Angkor, few carvings or bas-reliefs are evident. Today the temple is largely overrun by vegetation and the stone walls are crumbling which adds to its charm in a unique way. Accessibility has improved as elevated walkways have been set up throughout most of the temple, although to see all corners does require a sense of adventure as you will need to climb over stone blocks or walk through narrow passageways. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the shady surrounds of the temple before transferring back to Siem Reap for 1.5 hours. (It is advisable to wear sturdy, walking shoes with a decent grip)

Early in the morning at about 5.00 am, you will be transferred to visit sunrise at Angkor Wat – After sunrise, we continue to visit Angkor Wat, one of the modern wonders of the world. Be amazed by the sheer  size of the temple and learn how the Khmer Empire prospered between the 9th and 13th centuries, around the time when Angkor Wat was built. Stroll through the intricately carved hallways that show hundreds of fine carvings and discover small shrines still in use today by the local people. 08.00 am, return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, visit Angkor Thom, the ancient royal city of the Khmer Empire with its centerpiece; the Bayon temple. As you approach, you will notice the enigmatic faces of former King Jayavarman VII looking in every direction. Your guide will take you to the Terrace of the Elephants, which served as a platform from where the King could welcome back his victorious army, and the Terrace of the Leper King, which holds detailed carvings winding along a narrow passageway that leads to the Baphuon complex. Enjoy the homemade lunch at the local house, then continue to visit Neak Pean, East Mebon temples, and end the day with Ta Prohm temple. This beautiful temple is overgrown with fig trees, giving a haunting yet exotic atmosphere. The magnificent roots of the trees have merged over the centuries with the temple’s huge stone blocks, emphasizing a ‘forgotten city’ feeling.

Free until our driver picks you up and transfers you to the airport for your flight to Hanoi.

After clearing immigration and collecting your luggage, please proceed to the arrival hall where our driver will be waiting with a signboard bearing your name.

You will then be transferred to your hotel in Hanoi.

Note: Standard check-in time is 14:00. Early check-in is not included and is subject to hotel availability.

In the afternoon, our guide will pick you up at your hotel and take a taxi to Train Street, where you’ll enjoy traditional Vietnamese coffee.

 Relax with a cup of the iconic egg coffee or another local drink while watching the trains pass by just a few feet away—an ideal moment to capture amazing photos and soak up Hanoi’s laid-back charm.

Next, a taxi will bring you back to the Old Quarter to begin a 3-hour walking food tour. You’ll wander through hidden alleys and maze-like streets filled with local markets and vibrant life. Along the way, enjoy tastings of traditional dishes such as the famous Phở (noodle soup), Bún chả (grilled pork with vermicelli), or Bún bò (beef noodle soup).

To end the evening, your guide will take you to Ta Hien Street—a lively hotspot for local beer. Sitting on a small stool with a cold drink, chatting with new friends, and watching the world go by is a moment you won’t forget.

8.30 Leave the hotel early on a full-day private tour / group tour (depending on your budget) to see Hanoi's historic landmarks and experience the city like a local. It starts with a ride to historic Ba Dinh Square, where President Ho Chi Minh proclaimed the independence of Vietnam in 1945. Then head over to Lenin Garden, a park presided over by a bronze statue of Vladimir Lenin. This is an excellent place for people to watch, as the area is a popular local hangout.

From there, your guide will lead you down Hanoi's alleyways, lined with family-owned shops that have been around for generations. Continue to the 11th-century Temple of Literature, an impressive architectural landmark that was Vietnam's first-ever national university. To this day, students still pray at its altars for academic success. Next is the Museum of Ethnology, which preserves the cultural heritage of the 54 different ethnic groups in Vietnam. Afterward, stop for lunch at a local restaurant.

Now that you've refueled, continue to Hanoi's charming Old Quarter to explore its warren of backstreets. This will lead to Nha Chung Street, an area with food stalls and vendors. Here, you'll visit a historic French colonial home for afternoon tea. Your host has lived in the neighborhood all his life and has many stories about this remarkable city and its past. Finally, end the day with one of Vietnam's more unique theatrical performances: a water puppet show. This cultural expression dates back over 1,000 years, originating in the Red River Delta rice fields. Afterward, return to your hotel.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel. Our guide and shuttle bus will pick you up at the hotel lobby between 8:00–8:20 AM to begin your journey eastward to Halong Bay.

 Along the way, enjoy scenic views of the Red River Delta with its picturesque rice fields and glimpses of daily Vietnamese rural life.

Upon arrival at the pier, board a traditional wooden junk for an unforgettable overnight cruise through Halong Bay’s breathtaking seascape, home to nearly 3,000 limestone islets rising from the emerald waters.

In the evening, after anchoring in a peaceful lagoon, savor a delicious seafood dinner onboard. You’ll also have the chance to take a refreshing evening swim straight from the boat.

Overnight onboard in your private cabin, surrounded by the tranquil beauty of the bay.

Wake up early and join a Tai Chi session on the sundeck, or simply relax and watch the sunrise over Halong Bay’s majestic limestone islands.

 Enjoy a morning cup of coffee or tea before taking a rowboat excursion to explore nearby islets and hidden corners of the bay.

Return to the junk for breakfast, then unwind on the sundeck as you cruise past more spectacular rock formations.

 A light brunch will be served on board before disembarkation at the pier.

You’ll then be transferred to Hanoi Airport for your flight to Da Nang.

 Upon arrival, our driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel for check-in.

 Overnight in Da Nang.

07:30 AM: Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.

After breakfast, your guide and driver will pick you up for a full-day excursion to Ba Na Hills.

Begin with a visit to the world-famous Golden Bridge, held up by giant stone hands, followed by stops at the French Wine Cellar, Le Jardin D’Amour (a collection of nine themed gardens), and the serene Linh Ung Pagoda.

Continue exploring the French Village, Campanile Bell Tower, Nine Floor Goddess Shrine, Tombstone Temple, Linh Phong Monastery, Linh Chua Linh Tu Temple, and the Tru Vu Tea Shop.

 Don't miss the Carnival Performance at Square Du Dome and enjoy lunch at a buffet restaurant.

After lunch, you can enjoy games and attractions at Fantasy Park before taking the cable car down at 15:30.

Meet your guide at the meeting point and return to Da Nang. Visit the lively Han Market, where you’ll browse local produce, dried goods, and experience the daily hustle of local life.

After the market visit, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Da Nang or Hoi An for check-in.

 Overnight in Da Nang or Hoi An.

OPTION 1: Hoi An - Cam Thanh Farmer - Buffalo Experience
08:30 – Meet your expert guide at your hotel and cycle along quiet countryside roads to the local fishing village of Cam Thanh. Along the way, stop at rice paddies and fish and shrimp farms.

• Meet local farmers working in the fields and join them in traditional farming activities, including ploughing, preparing the soil, and planting young rice seedlings. You will also have the opportunity to ride a water buffalo and help feed it — a truly memorable experience.
• Continue to a local fisherman’s home to taste homemade coconut jam and tea while meeting members of the family.
• Explore the water coconut palm forest and learn about traditional fishing techniques. Share hands-on experiences with local fishermen as you catch fish and purple crabs using unique fishing nets, and paddle a traditional bamboo basket boat.
• Learn more about the Vietnam–American War through interesting and authentic stories shared by locals.

Enjoy lunch at a local home, where you will learn how to make fresh rice milk and cook the traditional Hoi An pancake (Bánh Xèo).
13:00 – Return to your hotel and end of the program. Thank you for choosing our company.
Optional departure:
Guests may also choose an afternoon departure, starting at 14:00 and finishing at approximately 18:30.

OPTION 2: Countryside & Handicraft Villages by Bike and Boat – Half-Day Tour
Morning Tour: 07:30 – 11:30 or Afternoon Tour: 13:30 – 17:30
Start with a bike ride through rice paddies and quiet villages, heading to the harbor. From here, embark on a boat trip along the Thu Bon River to discover Hoi An’s traditional handicraft villages.

• Thanh Ha Pottery Village: Visit this famous village known for its centuries-old pottery traditions. Explore the temple, museum, and join a hands-on pottery-making workshop.
• Kim Bong Carpentry Village: Hear the rhythmic sounds of chiseling and drilling as you walk through this community where woodworking skills have been passed down for generations.
• Tra Nhieu Mat-Weaving Village: Learn how locals weave traditional sleeping mats and listen to stories about village life, fishing traditions, and resilience during wartime.

Stop at a local restaurant for lunch (or early dinner for afternoon tours), where you’ll enjoy authentic countryside flavors.
Cycle back to your hotel. Tour ends.

OPTION 3: Tra Que Village – Bay Mau Coconut Forest
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Distance (cycling): ~ 4.5 - 5km | Duration: Full day
08:30 AM – Cycle (~15–20 mins) from your hotel to Tra Que Village. Visit herb gardens, meet local farmers, and join light gardening activities using organic methods.
10:00 AM – Ride through rice fields and quiet roads to Van Lang Fisherman Village & Bay Mau Coconut Forest. Visit a local family, enjoy green tea, and row a basket boat through the palm-lined waterways. Learn traditional fishing techniques.
1:00 PM – Herbal foot soak, then join a hands-on cooking class with the host. Enjoy lunch with local dishes: Tam Huu, Banh Xeo, grilled fish, and more.
2:30 PM – Relax before returning to your hotel by ~4:00 PM.
Note: Non-cyclists can join by car/electric buggy (extra charge).

OPTION 4: Coconut Forest - Hoi An Walking Tour - Tailor Streets
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
8:30 AM – Pick-up from your hotel. Transfer to Bay Mau Coconut Forest (Cam Thanh Village), known for its peaceful canals and lush nipa palm groves.
Enjoy a basket boat ride through the waterways, guided by local fishermen. Learn traditional fishing techniques and have fun with basket boat "spinning" performances.
10:00 AM – Head to Hoi An Ancient Town. Begin your walking tour through the UNESCO-listed Old Quarter:

• Visit the Japanese Covered Bridge
• Explore the Fujian Assembly Hall
• Wander through narrow alleys, tailor shops, art galleries & local markets

12:30 PM – Lunch at a local restaurant, featuring Hoi An specialties: Cao Lau, Mi Quang, Banh Mi, etc. Afternoon & Evening: Free at Leisure
Suggested activities:

• Walk along the lantern-lit streets of the Ancient Town
• Take a Thu Bon River boat ride at sunset
• Visit the vibrant Night Market
• Dine at a riverside restaurant
• Watch a traditional show like Ký Ức Hội An

OPTION 5: Lantern Making & Be a Farmer at Tra Que Village – Half-Day Tour from Hoi An
Meals: Breakfast 
Distance: ~3 km (~10-15mins by cycling)
08:00 – 08:30 (Flexible for private tour): Your guide will meet you at your hotel and provide bicycles for the trip. Begin cycling through rice paddies and shrimp farms on the way to Tra Que.

• Tra Que Vegetable Village: Arrive at the peaceful Tra Que vegetable village. Stroll through the lush gardens and experience daily farming life. Join the locals in traditional activities such as digging, sowing, planting, and harvesting with centuries-old tools. Refresh yourself with E Water, a Tra Que specialty made from medicinal herbs, and enjoy becoming a farmer for the morning.
• Lantern Making Workshop: Continue cycling past rice fields and quiet villages to reach a local lantern-making workshop. Skilled craftsmen will demonstrate how to create colorful lanterns, and under their guidance you will craft your own lantern — a perfect souvenir to bring home.

After the workshop, cycle back to your hotel. The tour ends around 13:30.

OPTION 6: Countryside & Handicraft Villages by Bike and Boat – Half-Day Tour
Morning Tour: 07:30 – 11:30 or Afternoon Tour: 13:30 – 17:30

• Start with a bike ride through rice paddies and quiet villages, heading to the harbor. From here, embark on a boat trip along the Thu Bon River to discover Hoi An’s traditional handicraft villages.
• Thanh Ha Pottery Village: Visit this famous village known for its centuries-old pottery traditions. Explore the temple, museum, and join a hands-on pottery-making workshop.
• Kim Bong Carpentry Village: Hear the rhythmic sounds of chiseling and drilling as you walk through this community where woodworking skills have been passed down for generations.
• Tra Nhieu Mat-Weaving Village: Learn how locals weave traditional sleeping mats and listen to stories about village life, fishing traditions, and resilience during wartime.

Stop at a local restaurant for lunch (or early dinner for afternoon tours), where you’ll enjoy authentic countryside flavors.
Cycle back to your hotel. Tour ends.

After checking out of your hotel, take a morning or afternoon flight from Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City.

Upon arrival, you will be met by our driver and transferred to your hotel for check-in.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Take a morning trip to visit the Independence Palace, also known as the Reunification Palace, built on the site of the former Norodom Palace.

 This iconic landmark of Ho Chi Minh City was designed by renowned architect Ngo Viet Thu.

Continue to admire beautiful examples of French colonial architecture, including the historic Central Post Office, followed by a visit to the powerful War Remnants Museum, which houses extensive exhibits on both the First and Second Indochina Wars.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, depart for the Cu Chi Tunnels (approx. 1.5-hour drive). Upon arrival, begin with a brief introduction and a short documentary explaining how the tunnels were built and how people survived in the harsh conditions of wartime.

Explore the underground tunnel system, including specially constructed living quarters, kitchens, command centers, storage areas, field hospitals, and more. The site also features hidden trapdoors and ingenious security traps used during the war.

Return to Ho Chi Minh City.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

After breakfast and hotel check-out, leave your heavy luggage at the hotel for storage.

At 08:00, depart on a smooth 1.5-hour drive through scenic rice fields along National Highway 1 to the peaceful rural district of Trung Luong.

Upon arrival in My Tho, visit the ornate Vinh Trang Pagoda before boarding a motorboat to cruise along the Bao Dinh Canal into the heart of the city. Continue your leisurely journey on the Tien River, passing the picturesque Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise Islands.

Enjoy lunch at a local riverside restaurant. Afterward, visit a coconut candy workshop and take a relaxing sampan ride through narrow canals lined with water coconut trees.

Savor fresh tropical fruits and honey tea while listening to traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music performed by locals.

After the tour, regroup with your guide and return to Ho Chi Minh City.

This immersive day offers a unique glimpse into the daily life and natural beauty of the Mekong Delta.

Depending on your flight schedule, you'll have some time in the morning for any last-minute sightseeing or shopping before transferring to the airport for your flight back home.