18 Days Vietnam, Cambodia Thailand and Singapore Tour

Flight: International flight on your own arrangement or upon request

Upon arrival Hanoi, you will meet your local guide in Saigon and escorts you to the hotel.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Meals: B / L

Hanoi, capital of Vietnam, oriental style old buildings, luxuriant trees along street, local market, motor-bikes, etc, A city tour in Hanoi will give you the first impression of oriental. 
In the city tour, you will visit the Hochiminh Mausoleum and his former, the One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature, Vietnam Museum of Ethnology or Vietnam History Museum, Hoan Kiem Lake and a Cyclo tour to the old quarter of Hanoi.  Finish your day off at the Thang Long Opera Theatre for a traditional Vietnamese water puppet show. 

Overnight in Hanoi.

Meals: B / L / D

After breakfast, travel to Halong Bay, one of the Wonders of the Orient (3 hr. drive). Dinh Vu Port, Haiphong where we arrive at around 11h30. You can take special tea at Orchid Cruise’s lounge by warm welcome.

We welcome our guests onboard the cruise and then check in, enjoy Welcome Drink, receive cruise brief and safety instruction by crew member and Cruise Manager, anchored in the south of Halong Bay, one of the ‘New Seven Wonders of Nature’ in a worldwide survey. Halong Bay is steeped in culture from hundreds of years ago. The bay has remained unchanged for centuries, with beautiful seas and impressive islands. Your Halong Bay Cruise boat proceeds to Da Chong islet, where you can see a lighthouse built by the French over 100 years ago. We have lunch before continuing our journey via the islets of Con Vit and Gia Luan. These amazing limestone karst formations rise up out of the sea in an impressive manner. This area is untouched, as not many cruise ships use the route via the Cat Ba Island – Thoi Quyt area – Coc Ngoi islet – through Cua Van to Ba Trai Dao area. We progress to Ba Trai Dao beach area of Lan Ha Bay a separate part of Halong Bay. This is a quiet tourist paradise in Vietnam. The region is known for its pristine beaches and spectacular beauty, having about 400 fascinating islands. Unlike the main, Ha Long Bay, the islands of Lan Ha Bay are forested, and most are small in stature. We take you for a trip in the small coracles, used by fishermen for centuries. You will learn how they go about their trade, casting the nets, whilst navigating the waters in their tiny craft. Alternatively, you may prefer to try your hand at kayaking or simply just enjoy a swim. This is a great experience, immersed in the crystal clear waters of the bay, in the Ba Trai Dao area. Returning your Halong Bay Cruise boat you can watch the magnificent sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. Onboard you may join a traditional cooking class. Our chef will instruct you in the making of some Vietnam dishes. In the early evening the boat has its Happy Hour deal.

Overnight in Halong Bay.

Flight: Internal flight include in quotation and will be on INT's arrangement

Meals: B / L

Why not rise early to witness the bay at its very best whilst enjoying an invigorating Tai Chi session on the sundeck; after which we serve breakfast. Upon completing breakfast continue our journey and head out in canoes to explore the bay in the area where the Toi Sang cave is situated. Visitors then return to your Halong Bay Orchid Cruise boat for check-out procedures. We return to the quay side in the south of the bay, where our visitors disembark then you will transfer to Hanoi airport for flight to Saigon.

Overnight in Saigon.

Meals: B / L

Enjoy a full day tour from Saigon to My Tho to discover the Mekong River Delta, which is famed as the ‘rice bowl’ of Vietnam. You will take a private boat tour through the water coconut forest to center of Mekong Delta, your kids will be interested to see the local life of local people, and to see how local people make coconut candy. Then enjoy a biking tour (about 1 hour) with your kids to discover the villages and a sampan trip through the narrow canals, have fun! Lunch will be arranged in local restaurant in the village, kids will love to taste the local deep fried Mekong Fish and other local food. Transfer back to Saigon in the afternoon and rest of the day is at leisure.

Overnight in Saigon.

Flight: Internal flight include in quotation and will be on INT’s arrangement

Meals: B / L

Your private guide and driver will take you to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels to see the complicate tunnel system the Vietnamese built in the war time. The Cu Chi tunnel was built during the war time by the Vietnamese for fighting with enemies, but nowadays it has become an interesting and fun place for tourists. Your kids will have fun in discover the complicated tunnel system in the forest. In the afternoon, drive back to the city and visit the #Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Saigon Pot Office, the Chinatown of the city with the Emperor Jade Pagoda (Phuoc Hai).

Overnight in Siem Reap.

Meals: B / L / D

After breakfast, begin your explorations of the remains of an ancient civilization that once ruled much of Southeast Asia. Today, visit the ancient capital city of Angkor Thom. On your way, you’ll catch a glimpse of Angkor Wat as you pass by. However, we’ll save the best for last as you continue today to see some other equally impressive ruins of Ta Prohm Temple, Bayon Temple, Banteay Kdei, Baphoun, Elephant Terrace, Leper King Terrace, and the Royal Palace. First on the agenda is Ta Prohm. Worn by time, rain, and overpowered by the jungle, this immaculate structure hidden under a canopy will leave you feeling as if you’d stepped into an adventure movie set. Then visit Banteay Kdei ("Citadel of Chambers”). Continue on to the Victory Gate, the Terrace of the Leper King, the Royal Palace, and Baphuon and Bayon. Bayon sets itself apart with its almost 200 smiling faces, sure to make you feel welcomed on your second day to the Kingdom of Wonders. With its winding tunnels, chambers, and daring climbs, Bayon offers many picturesque moments to keep your camera busy.  As the sun approaches the horizon, enjoy a sunset view from the top of the pyramid-shaped temple of Pre Rup. Tonight will enjoy Apsara Dancing Show with dinner.

Overnight in Siem Reap.

Meals: B / L

Be prepared today for one of the Seven Wonders of the World: Angkor Wat.

Enter Angkor Wat and to view its amazing architecture and history. Angkor Wat possesses some of the longest and most intricate stone carving. This complex is four times the size of the Vatican City making it the largest religious site in the world. Spend the morning exploring through the many passages, levels, and chambers that once housed many treasures of the ancient world.  Continue on to the remote temple of Banteay Srei: set deep in the jungle. The Citadel of Women, Banteay Srei was carved from red sandstone, a medium that lends itself to elaborate decorative wall carvings, which are well preserved to this day. The buildings themselves are miniature in scale in comparison to the other colossal temples around Siem Reap, unusually so when measured by the standards of Angkorian construction. This temple is considered the jewel of Khmer art..

Overnight in Siem Reap.

Meals: B / L

In the morning, a half day excursion to the biggest Southeast Asia’s largest fresh water lake—Tonle Sap Lake. You’ll take a fun ox cart ride through the countryside,. Continue on a boat trip to enjoy the beautiful lake views and mangrove forests. Spend rest of the morning at Kompong Phluk,  the largest village on the lak , to discover the fascinating daily lifestyle of the local people who live on the water.

Rest of your own leisure.

Overnight in Siem Reap.

Flight: Internal flight include in quotation and will be on INT's arrangement

Meals: B

Enjoy your breakfast and free morning until your private guide and driver transfer you to airport to take flight to Phuket. Upon your arrival, your private guide and driver will welcome you in the airport and escort you to hotel for check in. Rest of day on your own leisure.

Overnight in Phuket.

Meals: B / L

Today you will go to local cooking school. Thai cuisine is renowned as one of the world’s tastiest, healthiest, and diverse, and as you work, you’ll learn many of the secrets behind its tempting flavors, delicate aromas and zingy freshness. Work on creating everything from classic Thai soups to a main course and dessert; perhaps rustling up treats like hot and sour soup, green curry, and mango and sticky rice. Menus will vary for each class. As well as giving hands-on guidance, your host will share insider tips, and answer any questions you have about Thai cooking. From preparing ingredients through to the cooking process, you’ll learn direct from someone who knows everything there is to know. When your dishes are ready, sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor. Dig into the dishes and gain feedback on your creations as you relax and chat. Transfer back to hotel.

Overnight in Phuket.

Meals: B

Today is belong to your own arrangement, enjoy your beach relaxing in Phuket.

Overnight in Phuket.

Flight: Internal flight include in quotation and will be on INT's arrangement

Meals: B

Enjoy your breakfast and free morning until transfer you to airport for onward flight to Bangkok. Your private guide and driver will welcome you at airport and escort you to hotel for check in.

Rest of day on your own leisure.

Overnight in Bangkok.

Meals: B / L

Private local guide from IndochinaTour.com will welcome you at the airport then escorts you to visit the Grand Palace, a beautiful example of an ancient Siamese court, and Wat Phra Kaew, home to the revered Emerald Buddha statue. Then, ride like a Local by tuk-tuk to Wat Pho temple, to behold the 150-foot-long Reclining Buddha statue. Next, explore the city’s renowned klongs(canals) by boat and cruise the Chao Phraya River. Also visit Wat Arun and the Royal Barge Museum

Overnight in Bangkok.

Flight: Internal flight include in quotation and will be on INT’s arrangement

Meals: B

Enjoy your breakfast and free morning until transfer you to airport for onward flight to Singapore. Rest of day on your own leisure.

Overnight in Singapore.

Meals: B

Today is whole day on your leisure. You can arrange for F1 race. There will be private guide and driver transfer you to the destination to see the F1 race.

Overnight in Singapore.

Meals: B / L

Enjoy your breakfast and morning until your private guide and driver pick you up from hotel to visit Civic District, where you’ll see government buildings and other landmarks such as the Parliament House, the Cricket Club, Padang sports field and the National Gallery Singapore, where the former Supreme Court Building and City Hall sit. Then stop for a view of Marina Bay and photo op of the Merlion statue, Singapore’s mythological figure that’s half-fish, half-lion. Next, visit Thian Hock King, one of the city’s oldest Buddhist-Taoist temples, followed by a drive through Chinatown. Stop by the National Orchid Garden, part of the Singapore Botanic Gardens, which is home to 60,000 orchids of various colors and hybrids. Your last stop is the neighborhood of Little India, where you can take in the lively atmosphere and delicious scents coming out of the many Indian restaurants. Transfer back to hotel for rest. Rest of day on your own leisure.

Overnight in Singapore.

Flight: International flight on your own arrangement

Meals: B