Hanoi

Arrive in Hanoi, where your local guide will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel in the Old Quarter. This charming part of the city is full of life, with narrow streets and colonial architecture. After check-in, take time to rest and settle into the rhythm of Vietnam’s capital. In the evening, join your guide for a relaxed walk to a local “bia hoi” – a traditional street pub – and try a refreshing Hanoi beer. The rest of the evening is yours to relax, explore nearby streets, or enjoy a quiet dinner.

Hanoi

Start the day with a walking tour through Hanoi’s lively streets and narrow lanes. Visit the famous railway street and stop at a tea house for lotus tea. Explore the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, and learn about its history. Enjoy lunch at a social enterprise supporting local communities. In the afternoon, visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and take a walk along the beautiful tree-lined Phan Dinh Phung Avenue. End the day at Dong Xuan Market and ride an electric buggy through the Old Quarter and around Hoan Kiem Lake.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Halong Bay

Leave Hanoi and drive to Halong Bay for your overnight cruise. Board the boat, settle into your cabin, and enjoy lunch on board while sailing past towering limestone islands. In the afternoon, kayak to Trinh Nu Cave and relax on a beach or swim in the bay. Return to the boat for fun onboard activities like a cooking contest and fruit carving. Watch the sunset from the deck, followed by a delicious dinner. Later, unwind with a drink or enjoy stargazing under the open sky.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Halong Bay

Hue

Start the day with a gentle Tai Chi session on the deck, followed by coffee or tea. After a light breakfast, visit Sung Sot Cave, known for its dramatic rock formations. Back on board, enjoy a buffet brunch while sailing past fishing villages and limestone islets. Disembark at Tuan Chau Port and drive to Hanoi Airport for your flight to Hue, a city located in central Vietnam. On arrival, your guide will meet you and take you to your hotel near the Imperial Citadel. The rest of the evening is free for a riverside stroll or relaxing at the hotel.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Hoi An & Danang

This morning, visit Hue’s Imperial City, entering through the main gate to explore palaces, temples and old royal buildings. Enjoy a short rickshaw ride through the old streets and stop for coffee. Continue to Kim Long village, known for its peaceful atmosphere and old mandarin houses. Lunch is at a family-run café serving traditional banh dumplings. In the afternoon, drive along the stunning Hai Van Pass to Hoi An. On the way, you have the option to visit the Marble Mountains near Danang, a group of limestone hills famous for their caves and shrines, which are significant cultural and historical sites in the region. This scenic coastal road offers beautiful views. Arrive in Hoi An and relax at your hotel or explore the nearby cafés and riverfront.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Hoi An & Danang

Explore Hoi An’s Old Town with your guide. Stroll through colourful streets filled with lanterns, heritage houses, and local shops. Join a cooking class that begins with shopping for fresh ingredients at the local market. Then, take a short boat ride to a farm island where you'll learn to prepare Vietnamese dishes. After lunch, return by boat to your hotel. The afternoon is free – relax on the beach, have clothing tailored, or enjoy Hoi An’s laid-back charm.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Hoi An & Danang

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

Fly from Danang to Ho Chi Minh City in the morning. On arrival, your guide will meet you and take you to District 1 for a short walking tour. Your luggage will be sent directly to your hotel. Walk past important French colonial buildings, such as the Central Post Office, Opera House, Continental Hotel, and City Hall. These buildings showcase Saigon’s French-influenced history. After the tour, check in to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax, visit a nearby café, or explore the city’s vibrant streets.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

Drive 2.5 hours to the peaceful Mekong Delta. Board a private boat and begin your Mekong river journey, cruising through quiet waterways lined with palm trees and local villages. Visit local workshops before heading to a small island for a home-cooked lunch at a guesthouse, where you can enjoy fresh seasonal produce sourced from the region. In the afternoon, see a bee farm and enjoy a gentle bike ride through fruit orchards and peaceful backroads. Learn about Sâm jelly, a local specialty, and taste it for yourself. End with a relaxing sampan ride, then return to the city by car.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Phnom Penh

Today, explore lesser-known areas of Saigon, located in southern Vietnam. Start at a traditional café in District 3, then visit a local market. Walk through old Chung Cu apartments to see life from the 1960s. Explore District 10’s flower market, where Khmer and Vietnamese cultures meet. Enjoy lunch with street food from vibrant food stalls, a key part of the city's rich street food culture. Saigon is also home to important sites such as the Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum, both reflecting the city's historical and cultural significance in southern Vietnam. After lunch, head to the airport and fly to Phnom Penh, Cambodia. On arrival, your guide will take you to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day relaxing or take a short walk nearby to see the city at night.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh

Begin your day with a guided tour of Phnom Penh’s main cultural sites. As a city with historical significance during both the Khmer Empire and French colonial periods, Phnom Penh offers a rich heritage to explore. Visit the opulent grand palace and Silver Pagoda, home to priceless treasures like the Emerald Buddha. Explore Khmer art and sculpture at the National Museum, then admire the art deco Central Market, an iconic architectural landmark in the heart of the city. Visit Wat Phnom, the city’s central temple on a small hill, where you may observe Buddhist monks participating in local traditions and rituals. After lunch at a local restaurant, join a hands-on Khmer cooking class. Visit a market to buy fresh ingredients and learn how to prepare traditional Cambodian dishes. In the evening, enjoy the meal you’ve cooked together with your instructor. For those interested, an optional excursion to Silk Island on the Mekong River can be arranged to experience local crafts and scenic views.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Siem Reap

The morning is free to relax or join an optional visit to Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the Russian Market to understand more about Cambodia’s past and present. Around midday, drive to Siem Reap. Stop en route to see the ancient 12th-century Kampong Kdei Bridge, an impressive example of Khmer engineering. Continue the journey to Siem Reap, arriving in the late afternoon. Check in to your hotel and enjoy free time to relax, unwind, or explore the streets of this lively gateway to the Angkor temples. While in Siem Reap, you also have the opportunity to visit Tonle Sap Lake for a boat cruise to see the floating villages and experience local life and culture.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Siem Reap

Visit the Roluos Group, early Khmer temples known for their beautiful carvings and unique architecture. Explore Preah Ko, Bakong and Lolei temples. After lunch, visit Angkor Thom, once the capital of the Khmer Empire. Enter through the South Gate and see Bayon Temple, famous for its giant stone faces. Walk along the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King. End the day at Ta Prohm, where jungle trees grow among the temple ruins, creating one of the most iconic and mysterious sites in Angkor.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Siem Reap

Siem Reap

Start the day at Banteay Srei, a small pink sandstone temple famous for its delicate carvings. Continue to Banteay Samre, known for its tall towers and peaceful setting. After lunch, explore the majestic Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world. Its five towers symbolise Mount Meru from Hindu mythology. Walk through ancient galleries filled with carvings from the Ramayana and Mahabharata. Stay until sunset to see the golden light on the temple’s stone walls—a magical way to experience this incredible site.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Luang Prabang

Enjoy a slow morning—revisit a favourite temple, shop for souvenirs, or relax in a café. Later, transfer to the airport for your flight to Luang Prabang in Laos. On arrival, your guide will take you to your hotel. Check-in may be after 14:00, but you can take a walk through the peaceful UNESCO-listed Old Town. This city is known for its quiet charm, riverside cafés, colonial buildings, and Buddhist temples—a slower pace and a warm welcome to Laos. The presence of Buddhist monks, especially during their daily alms-giving rituals, adds to the spiritual atmosphere and highlights the city's deep-rooted religious traditions.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Luang Prabang

Begin your day with a tuk-tuk ride to the lively Morning Fresh Market, where locals sell herbs, fruit and spices. Visit the National Museum, once the Royal Palace, filled with cultural treasures. Climb Phousi Hill for sweeping views over the town. Visit Wat Xieng Thong, Luang Prabang's most important temple, with its golden roofs and colourful mosaics. After lunch, take a boat across the Mekong to Ban Chan, a pottery village where locals shape clay by hand. Finish the day at a riverside temple, watching the sunset over the Mekong.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Luang Prabang

Luang Prabang

Board a traditional longboat and cruise up the Mekong River. Stop at Ban Xang Hai to see how locals make rice whisky and pottery. Continue to the Pak Ou Caves, where thousands of Buddha statues have been placed by pilgrims over the centuries. Enjoy lunch onboard as the boat glides past limestone cliffs and quiet riverside scenes. On the return, visit Ban Phanom, a village known for handmade silk and cotton textiles. In the evening, take part in a traditional Baci ceremony, believed to bring good luck and balance.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Luang Prabang

Start the day at the Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre (closed Mondays) to learn about Laos’ diverse ethnic groups. Then visit Ock Pop Tok, a local textile centre where you’ll see traditional dyeing and weaving in action. Drive to the beautiful Kuang Si Waterfalls, stopping at Ban Na Ouan, a Hmong village, to meet local people. On arrival, swim in turquoise pools or walk forest trails. Visit the Bear Rescue Centre nearby and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Return to Luang Prabang for a free evening.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

LUANG PRABANG DEPARTURE

Spend your final morning in Luang Prabang at your own pace. Depending on your flight time, you might take a quiet walk along the river, visit a nearby temple, or enjoy a relaxed coffee. Browse the markets for last-minute crafts or simply reflect on your journey. Later, your driver will take you to the airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Grand Indochina Expedition.

Meals Included: Breakfast