INSIGHT INDOCHINA HOLIDAY – 14 DAYS

Best places to visit: LUANG PRABAG - PAKOV CAVE - HA NOI - HUE - HOI AN - SAI GON - CU CHI - ME KONG - SIEM REAP - ANGKOR

Durations

14 days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

20 people

Languages

English & Czech


The Insight Indochina Holiday is the most perfect way to experience Best of Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia. You will take in UNESCO-recognized ancient city of inspiring Luang Prabang known as the first capital of Lane Xang Kingdom with Pak Ou Cave in the spotlight. On this comprehensive and affordable tour, you will also be enchanted by Vietnam’s beautiful landscapes of Hanoi and Halong Bay, stunned by the beauty and serenity of Danang and Hoi An, and surprised by the bustling hub of Ho Chi Minh city. After that, you will be immersed with the magnificent wonders of Angkor Wat which is the ultimate expression of Khmer genius and an awe-inspiring temple.


Itinerary :

Day 1: Arrival – Luang Prabang
Day 2: Luang Prabang Sightseeing Tour to Pak Ou Cave
Day 3: Luang Prabang City to Hanoi – Vietnam
Day 4: Hanoi Full Day City Tour
Day 5: Hanoi City Tour to Halong Bay
Day 6: Halong Cruising Tour to Hue Citadel
Day 7: Hue – Da Nang City – Hoian City Tour
Day 8: Hoian Sightseeing Tour
Day 9: Hoian Ancient Town – Da Nang City to Ho chi minh by Flight
Day 10: Saigon City  – Cu Chi Tunnels
Day 11: Saigon Daily Tour to Mekong Delta
Day 12: Saigon to Siem Reap by Flight
Day 13: Angkor Wat Tour
Day 14: Siem Reap – Departure

Day 1 – Indochina Holiday to Luang Prabang, Halong, Hoi An, Angkor Wat : Arrival – Luang Prabang- Phousi sunset

On arrival at the airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Luang Prabang – the ancient first capital of Lane Xang kingdom, the center of religious life in Laos and today the World Heritage City. 

INSIGHT INDOCHINA HOLIDAY - 14 DAYS
Luang Prabang

We then climb up to the top of Mount Phousi for an enjoyable exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a beautiful sunset view of the city and the Mekong River. From there, we explore the Night Market, where you can find a lovely selection of handmade textiles made by the hilltribe and local people surrounding Luang Prabang.

O/N in Luang Prabang.

Day 2 – Indochina Holiday to Luang Prabang, Halong, Hoi An, Angkor Wat : Alms-Luang Prabang City Tour – Pak Ou Cave (B/L/-)

AM: Early Morning Devotions
(~05.30 – 07:00)
Rise early to witness one of the most magical and timeless scenes of Southeast Asia to participate in the daily morning ritual of saffron-clad monks collecting offerings from faithful residents. Rising early also gives the chance to wander through the fresh market on the way back to the hotel for breakfast.

(~08:30 – 11:30)
Return to the UNESCO protected city centre to appreciate its unspoiled Laotian-colonial fusion architecture: Wat Xiengthong, with its traditional roofs sweeping low to the ground and exploring the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun, Wat Khili and Wat Mai. Later, visit the former Royal Palace, now a National Museum (closed Tuesdays) where you will find ornate, gilded and brocaded reception rooms, as well as artefacts including the Prabang, a large holy image, which was given in the 14th century by the Khmers to King Fa Ngum.

PM: Mekong Cruise to Pak Ou Caves
(~13:00 – 17:00)
After lunch cruise away from the city with a boat trip on the mighty Mekong. Meander up the Mekong to the junction with the Nam Ou river, and the site of the Pak Ou caves. Explore these shrines carved into the cliff face before returning by road at Ban Xanhg Hai village. Along the way, visit the typical Lao villages at Ban Xangkhong and Ban Xienglek, well known for its hand-made Jute Sar paper.

O/N in Luang Prabang.

Day 3 – Indochina Holiday to Luang Prabang, Halong, Hoi An, Angkor Wat : Khouangsi Falls – Flight to Ha Noi  (B/-/-)

(AM: ~08:30 – 12:00)
Drive to the beautiful waterfalls of Tat Khouangsi. Below the 90m drop of the main cascade are a series of pools, connected by smaller falls and cascades. At low water levels the water is an unbelievable turquoise, and swimming in the lower pools is a great way to cool off in the afternoon.

On the walk through the forest to the falls, you will also pass the Free the Bears project – home to a group of rescued Asiatic Black (Moon) Bears and one Malayan Sun Bear. In the early afternoon they are often searching for food hidden in their enriched environment enclosures. Or they may just be sleeping! The route home gives the opportunity to stop at the villages of some of the (over 100) different Lao ethnic groups at Ban Ou, Ban Ouay and Ban Thapene.

INSIGHT INDOCHINA HOLIDAY - 14 DAYS

The tour ends after your transfer to the airport for departure afternoon to Ha Noi.

On arrival, you are met and transfer to the hotel for check-in

O/N in Ha Noi.

Day 4 – Insight Indochina Holiday: Ha Noi Full Day Sightseeing Tour (B/-/-)

Today we commence our exploration of Hanoi with the Ho Chi Minh Complex, which contains the mausoleum of the nation’s founder Ho Chi Minh, the Presidential Palace and the Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts. Close to this complex is the One Pillar Pagoda, whose origins date back to the foundation of city.

We follow it with a visit to the Temple of Literature, which is well known as the first university of Vietnam and the History Museum with an excellent collection of artifacts illustrating the Vietnamese history. Later on, we will take a short visit at Hilton Prison where Vietnamese soldiers did captured & detained American pilots from 1967 till 1973 to learn more about the history of Vietnam war against American Imperialists. In this afternoon, visiting the outlaying Ethnologic Museum is also a major part of our sightseeing.

This gleaming mansion is dedicated to Vietnam’s 54 ethnic group s. Afterwards we drive to the Tran Quoc Pagoda and Quan Thanh Temple. They are some major highlights set by the beautiful West Lake. We also visit the old quarters and the peaceful lake of Hoan Kiem with its sacred temple. In front of this lake is the famous water puppet theatre where we will see a fantastic performance.

O/N in Ha Noi.

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Ha Noi: Hoan Kiem Lake

DAY 5 – HALONG BAY ON CRUISE (B/L/D)

7:30 – 08:30: Our SHUTTLE BUS with tour guide will pick you up at your hotels (Note: This pick-up is just applicable for those who use our shuttle bus service)

10h30: Stopover in Hai Duong city where you can experience our hand-made Vietnamese handicraft products.

12h30: Arrive in Tuan Chau Marina Pier (Tuan Chau Island). Followed by activities:

+ Boarding the cruise for departure.

+ Welcome drink will be served and cruise briefing, safety instructions, check-in cabins by Cruise Manager.

+ Great lunch is served while cruising passing by islets, through Hoa Cuong floating village.

+ Exploration of Halong Bay passing by Soi Sim Beach, Coconut Three Island. Then arrive in the area of Surprising Cave.

+ Kayaking & swimming or climbing up to the mountain and getting a complete view of Halong Bay at Titov Beach

+ Joining our COOKING CLASS on the sun-deck. Learn how to make the fresh/fried spring rolls and mix fish-sauce.

+ Enjoy a sunset party with fruit and wine.

19:30: Under the magnificent night sky, Our luxury set-menu dinner is served with a variety of Vietnamese and Asian foods.

Evening activities include:

+ Join the SQUID FISHING on a boat with our crew. You can enjoy the squid cooked with assistance from our chef.

+ Or Relax yourself with our happy-hour drinks at the bar.

Overnight on Flamingo Cruise.

DAY 6 – HA LONG CRUISING TOUR – FLIGHT TO HUE – HUE PACKAGE TOUR (AFTERNOON FLIGHT) ( B/L)

06:15: Tai Chi class on the Sun-deck.

07:15: Have breakfast with Coffee, tea and Bakeries on board.

08:00: Visit the SURPRISING CAVE (Hang Sung Sot) discovered by the French in 1901. Opened for tourists since 1936, now it is a must-see and a symbol for the geological value of Halong.

09:30: Check out time. Then relax on the sun-deck or inside the restaurant to enjoy the bay’s scenery.

10h15: Enjoying a traditional Vietnamese lunch while cruising back to the pier.

12:00: Disembarkation at Tuan Chau Pier. Our car will be at your disposal to pick you up then drive back to Hanoi.

16:00: Arrive in Hanoi, then you will be transferred to Noi Bai airport for afternoon flight to Hue. Upon arrival, you will be escorted by our guide & driver then driven to your hotel for a drop of your luggage.

O/N in Hue.

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Halong Bay Vietnam

DAY 7 – HUE CITY TOUR – DA NANG TRANFER TO HOI AN  (B/-/-)

Our guide will pick you up at your hotel in Hue city and take you to the boat pier for making a boat trip on Perfume River to enjoy a tranquil atmosphere and a green on two river’s banks and beautiful scenes and stop to visit Thien Mu Pagoda – one of the oldest and prettiest religious buildings in Hue and Vietnam. Then you go on visiting the Imperial City where was the palace of Nguyen Dynasty including Forbidden City with many palaces and architectures and surrounding: Noon Gate, Thai Hoa Palace, Nine Urn Dynastys, Mieu Temple

Then the scenic 4-hour drive via Hai Van Pass offers spectacular views of mountains, the sea, idyllic beaches and villages (we can choose the shorter way by driving through the tunnel).

Upon arrival Da Nang, we will take a visit to Cham Museum formerly known as the Ecole Francaise d’Extreme Orient. This museum contains many exquisite limestone carvings from the vanquished Kingdom of Champa which has been the central coastal littoral prior to the march of the Vietnamese nation southward.

Then a visit to Marble Mountains with its beautiful grottoes and temples whose peaks represent the five elements of the universe. Later on, we keep on rolling further southward to Hoi An, which was originally one of major trading centers of Southeast Asia in the 16th century.

O/N in Hoi An.

DAY 8 – HOI AN – MY SON TOUR (B/-/-)

Am: In the morning you will make a visiting to My Son Sanctuary to explore the Ancient Champa Kingdom and its spectacular culture. Here is the chance for you to enjoy Apsara traditional music show. Then you will be back to visit Thanh Ha ceramic village. You have chance to try to make a product under the guidance of workshop owner, receive a little gift called To He before leaving. Take the boat on Thu Bon River back to Hoi An Ancient Town. Have lunch at restaurant.
Pm: This afternoon you will make a walking around old streets to discover the charm of Hoi An Ancient Town including Japanese Covered Bridge, Chinese Assembly Halls, Sa Huynh Museum, old houses and the local market… Hoi An is an ideal for shopping and making tailor with reasonable price. Drop you off at your hotel in Hoi An and end tour.
Inclusion: Transport, English Speaking Guide, Boat, Entrance Fee, Lunch, Mineral Water, Service Charge.

O/N in Hoi An.

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Hoi An

DAY 9 – HOI AN – DA NANG – FLIGHT TO SAI GON (B/-/-)

After having breakfast at hotel, you will be transferred to Da Nang airport for a short morning flight to Ho Chi Minh. On arrival you are met by our guide and transferred to hotel. This metropolis ,contradiction of its northern counterpart, is crowded with bikes and motorbikes, excited by numerous shopping areas and sidewalk cafes.

O/N in Ho Chi Minh.

DAY 10 – SAI GON CITY  TOUR– CU CHI TUNNELS (B/-/-)

Today we spend a half day exploring the captivating Ho Chi Minh City. The most places of interest are located near the town center. We pass by the now-demolished wartime American Embassy on our way to the Reunification Palace. This famous edifice was a former residence of the President of Southern Vietnam until end of April 1975. Close to the palace are some striking French colonial structures including the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Old Sai Gon Post Office. We follow these with a visit to the Jade Emperor Pagoda and the War Remnant Museum with a wealth of images from the notorious conflicts. The sightseeing ends up with a walk around the retail Ben Thanh Market where anything and everything is for sale!
Afternoon: Transfer about 30km north-west of Ho Chi Minh City to Cu Chi town. Cu Chi tunnels were used as the base from which the Vietnamese mounted their operations of the Tet Offensive in 1968. The incredible underground network in Cu Chi stretched over 200 kilometres and became legendary during the American war. The extensive tunnels have been specially constructed with living areas, weapon factories, filed hospitals, command centres, plus accommodation. Today we have an excursion to Cu Chi Tunnels to visit an exposition hall and a widened section of the tunnels to get a feel of the underground life. There are also possibilities to fire off rounds from an AK47 or MK16 at the nearby rifle range
O/N in Ho Chi Minh.

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Cu Chi Tunnels

DAY 11 – SAI GON TO MEKONG DELTA GROUP TOURS (B/L/-)

PICK UP: 7:30am – 8:15am RETURN: 17:30pm

ROUTE: HCMC – My Tho – Ben Tre – HCMC

Highlight: A trip to Mekong Delta to immerse yourself in the natural beauty and the rich culture of the vibrant southern Delta region. Boating down the river to experience the local life, fishing port, fishing floating house, enjoy the local folk song music and seasonal fresh fruit.

Leaving the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City and start your trip to depart for My Tho, the town lies on the left side of the Mekong River. Boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands. Stop over at Unicorn Island, go walking around country lane and seeing orchards, enjoy tropical fruits and folk song music performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation. Ride in a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal and treat yourself in the beauty of the countryside, visit the family business, visit honey-bee farm, enjoy honey tea and coconut candy workshop.

Have lunch at local restaurant. Break time. In the afternoon, time for cycling around the Tan Thach village, meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong delta. Hammock relaxing and enjoy cool breeze for those can’t join the cycling trip. Return to Ho Chi Minh City.

O/N in Ho Chi Minh.

DAY 12 – SAI GON – FLIGHT TO SIEM REAP (B/-/-)

Morning breaskfast at your hotel, we transfer you to the airport for flight to Siem Riep. Upon arrival, you will be met by our guide and transferred to hotel for check in and lunch. If time permits, you are free to discover Angkor National Museum.

Tonight you will enjoy dinner with Khmer Apsara Dance Show. Accommodation at hotel

O/N in Siem Reap.

DAY 13 – ANGKOR WAT FULL DAY TOUR (B/-/-)

Breakfast at hotel, you’ll be at leisure a bit and then
08:00 hrs : Our car with tour guide will pick you up from your hotel and transfer to South Gate of Angkor Thom.
Walk through the South Gate of Angkor Thom via the Naga Bridge, taking some photos.
Walk from South Gate of Angkor Thom to Bayon temple via the big trees, play with monkeys (be careful with your things as monkey might try to take it away from you)
Visit to Bayon Temple and walk to Baphuon, Elephant Terrance, Leper King Terrace and the Royal Enclosure
13:00 hrs: You’ll be driven to ANGKOR WAT Temple area
Visit to Angkor Wat Temple until sunset
17:30 hrs: Our car with guide will bring you back to hotel for the night

O/N in Siem Reap.

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Angkor Sightseeing Tours

O/N in Siem Reap.

DAY 14 – SIEM REAP –TONLE SAP- DEPARTURE (B/-/-)

Breakfast at the hotel We board on boat in Tonle Sap Lake. Here, enjoy a brief cruise past floating villages complete with schools, restaurants, and hospitals. Lunch at local restaurant Free leisure for your own time for rolling at local market for shopping until transfer to Siem Reap International airport departure flight.

End of Service!!!

*Inclusions:

  • Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
  • Accommodation in hotels (Twin / Double shared room)
  • Meals as indicated: B = breakfast, L = lunch & D = Dinner
  • Regional English or French speaking guide
  • Entrance fee to indicated sights
  • Boat trip in Mekong, Hue
  • Cruising trip in Ha Long Bay
  • Pure bottled water & wipes
  • Visa Approval Letter to Vietnam

*Exclusions:

  • International flights in / out (Luong Prabang – Ha Noi) ( Sai Gon – Siem Reap )
  • Domestic Air-tickets: Hanoi – Hue, Da Nang – Sai Gon
  • Other meals, tip, drinks, airport tax, single room, personal expenses, insurance,…
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