Into the Heart of Indochina

Hanoi

Start in Hanoi, Vietnam's capital city. Visit the Temple of Literature, One Pillar Pagoda, the House on Stilts and Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum. Each site gives you a glimpse into Vietnam's history, values and revolutionary past. These places show the country's emphasis on education, leadership and cultural pride. Walk between old temples and monuments and enjoy the peacefulness of Hanoi. This is your introduction to Vietnam and sets the tone for a trip full of history, tradition and meaning.

Hanoi

Today explore Hanoi’s Old Quarter. The streets are named after traditional crafts like silk and bamboo. This area mixes old world charm with modern cafes and art galleries. Walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, the heart of the city and take in the French colonial buildings nearby. Visit a bustling market where locals shop for fresh produce and everyday goods to experience authentic local life. Many of these old buildings now house boutique restaurants and hotels. You’ll get a real feel for Hanoi’s balance of past and present. Whether you’re eating street food or visiting museums today shows how Hanoi blends its heritage with modern life.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Hanoi

Hanoi

Spend your last day in Hanoi exploring its food culture. Join a local expert and visit the markets to try bun cha and pho cuon. Learn about the ingredients and cooking methods that define Vietnamese cuisine. Later enjoy a traditional performance, either a water puppet show or a concert at the Hanoi Opera House. These cultural experiences show you Vietnam's artistic side. From flavours and scents to sights and sounds your time in Hanoi ends with a rich mix of culinary and cultural discoveries and you'll leave with a deep love for the city.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Hoi An & Danang

Fly to Hoi An, a peaceful UNESCO World Heritage town famous for its well preserved old town. Start at the local morning market with fresh produce, herbs and seafood. Walk through the colourful alleys to old homes, temples and the famous Japanese Covered Bridge. Learn about the town’s silk tailoring traditions and have custom garments made. In the afternoon take a quiet boat trip along the river and enjoy the slow pace of life and the views. Hoi An invites you to step back in time and enjoy its timelessness.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Hoi An & Danang

Today visit the Museum of Cham Sculpture and the Marble Mountains, both cultural and spiritual sites. Choose from flexible activities like visiting a village, a cooking class or cycling through the countryside. Try your hand at making silk lanterns in a local workshop, a fun way to connect with Hoi An’s artisans. After a full day return to your beachfront resort and relax. You may also choose to dine at a local restaurant to experience authentic regional cuisine. Whether by the sea or in the spa take time to unwind. This mix of culture and comfort is the highlight of your trip.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Hoi An & Danang

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

Travel to Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) where modern skyscrapers stand alongside French colonial landmarks. Visit the Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum to learn about 20th century Vietnam. Stop by the Notre Dame Cathedral, a prominent historical landmark known for its architectural significance and cultural importance. In Cholon, the city’s Chinatown, explore temples and busy markets full of energy. In the evening join a Vespa street food tour. Ride through the busy streets, stop to try local favourites from different vendors. This immersive experience gives you a fast paced introduction to Saigon’s food scene and ends your day with great flavours and a deeper feel for the city.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

Head to the Mekong Delta, Vietnam’s “Rice Bowl”. Board a private sampan boat and cruise along small, narrow canals. Visit floating markets full of boats selling fruit, fish and flowers. Stop at orchards and family run workshops to see how locals make rice paper, candy and other goods. Enjoy a home cooked lunch and chat with villagers. This is a rare chance to connect with people who live by the river. You’ll leave with a better understanding of daily life in one of Vietnam’s most important rural regions.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Mekong Cruise

Start your four night luxury cruise along the Mekong River. Get settled into your cabin and enjoy the views of the riverbanks. Begin your journey with visits to local villages where you’ll meet people living by the water. Watch fishermen, farmers and vendors go about their daily routines. Explore floating markets with boats full of tropical produce and household goods. You can also visit a floating village to experience life on the water and see how entire communities adapt to the river environment. This first day on the river introduces you to the communities that depend on the Mekong. With comfortable onboard living and engaging excursions you’ll experience a slower, more personal side of Southeast Asia.

Mekong Cruise

Continue your river journey and visit orchards full of exotic fruit. Learn about the region’s agriculture as you walk through farms and meet local growers. Look out for rare birds and river wildlife as you pass through untouched nature. For a more personalized experience, explore the river by private boat, allowing you to access hidden spots and enjoy the scenery at your own pace. Onboard enjoy gourmet meals prepared by top chefs with flavours from across Southeast Asia. The slow pace of river life allows time to relax, take photos and reflect on your surroundings. This day is a mix of scenery and hospitality and makes it easy to enjoy every moment on and off the boat.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Mekong Cruise

Today visit small temples and ancient ruins along the river. Explore Buddhist monasteries where monks follow centuries old traditions. Stop at colonial era buildings and villages with wooden stilt houses. Learn weaving and crafting techniques from locals who continue to pass on their skills. Each stop gives you a new perspective and helps you understand the region’s rich history and enduring traditions.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Mekong Cruise

End your Mekong cruise with more active exploration. Choose a guided bike ride through peaceful riverside villages, passing rice fields and water buffalo. Or take a sampan boat to navigate narrow waterways through floating homes and dense forest. Both options offer a quiet, scenic view of the delta. After returning to the boat enjoy a final dinner and sunset over the river. This is a beautiful way to farewell the Mekong and end your river journey.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Phnom Penh

Arrive in Phnom Penh and check into the historic Raffles Hotel Le Royal. Start your grand tour of the city with the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda, famous for its gold and crystal Buddhas. At the National Museum admire Khmer sculptures that reflect Cambodia’s artistic heritage. Wander through busy markets full of silk, silver and handmade crafts. The city’s colonial buildings and tree lined streets are relaxed yet vibrant. Your introduction to Cambodia is a mix of cultural treasures and the warmth of the capital city.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh

Today visit sites that tell Cambodia’s modern history. At the Killing Fields and the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum learn about the Khmer Rouge and the tragedies of that era. These are emotional but important to understand the country. Later spend time in riverside cafes or browse art galleries. You might also stop at the Foreign Correspondents Club for drinks and conversation. This day is for deep reflection and to experience Phnom Penh’s resilience and creativity.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Siem Reap

Fly to Siem Reap, the gateway to the famous temples of Angkor. Begin your day with a morning visit to the magnificent Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world, located within the Angkor Archaeological Park. Walk through its grand halls and learn how the structure represents the Hindu universe. Your expert guide will explain the carvings and architectural techniques used by the ancient Khmer Empire. Surrounded by jungle and moats, the temple is a breath-taking example of Cambodia’s past. This is your first taste of Angkor.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Siem Reap

Explore more of the Angkor temples today. At Angkor Thom, admire the five monumental gates that serve as grand entrances to the ancient city, showcasing the architectural grandeur and cultural importance of these monumental gates. Visit the Bayon with its giant stone faces and the terraces once used for royal ceremonies. Visit Ta Prohm where tree roots twist through ruined walls. Each temple tells its own story of faith, power and daily life in the Khmer Empire. With every step you’ll uncover more of this ancient world hidden in the Cambodian jungle.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Siem Reap

Siem Reap

Visit Banteay Srei, a small temple famous for its pink sandstone carvings. Visit quieter temples away from the crowds for a more peaceful experience. Choose how to spend the rest of your day: explore Siem Reap, cruise on Lake Tonle Sap, try a Khmer cooking class, enjoy a private yoga session or join a photography walk. Each activity will give you a deeper connection to Cambodia’s nature and traditions. Siem Reap is more than temples—it’s a place to relax, learn and create lasting memories.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Siem Reap - Departure

Last chance to choose from optional activities: Lake Tonle Sap cruise, cooking class, yoga, cycling, photography tour, shopping, enjoying free time to relax or explore at your own pace, or even a helicopter to remote temples.

Meals Included: Breakfast