Essence of Indochina

Days 1-2  Luang Prabang, Laos  
Fly overnight to Luang Prabang and transfer to your hotel on arrival.            

Day 3  Luang Prabang            
Enjoy a morning walking tour of this charming city exploring some of the most important temples of Laos. After lunch, drive to the beautiful Kuang Si Falls, located in lush jungle and dense forest. Here you can take a refreshing swim in the cascading emerald pools.              

Day 4  Luang Prabang            
Take a boat trip up the Mekong River to Pak Ou Caves, home to thousands of Buddha statues. Enjoy lunch on the cruise before returning to Luang Prabang.    

Day 5  Luang Prabang to Hanoi, Vietnam        
Rise in the early morning to witness monks collecting alms. Spend the rest of the morning at leisure before your flight to Hanoi.      

Day 6  Hanoi            
Enjoy a tour of this atmospheric city, including a walking tour of the bustling Old Quarter.  
             
Day 7  Hanoi to Halong Bay      
Drive to Halong Bay to board the 3★ Victory Star and cruise around the islands of this stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site.            

Day 8  Halong Bay to Hoi An            
Cruise back to the dock and transfer to Hanoi airport for your flight to Danang, followed by a short drive to picturesque Hoi An.        

Day 9  Hoi An    
Take a morning walking tour around the charming streets of this colourful ancient town.

Day 10  Hoi An to Hue            
Stop in Danang to visit the Cham Museum before driving over the spectacular Hai Van Pass to Hue.        

Day 11  Hue            
Explore the highlights of this historic city including iconic Thien Mu Pagoda and the Imperial Citadel.      

Day 12  Hue to Ho Chi Minh City            
Fly to Ho Chi Minh City and spend the afternoon touring the city’s fascinating museums and colonial buildings.    

Day 13  Mekong Delta            
Enjoy a tour of this scenic region, including a cruise along the tranquil waterways.
             
Day 14  Ho Chi Minh to Siem Reap, Cambodia    
Fly to Siem Reap, gateway to the fabulous Angkor temple complex.  

Day 15  Temples of Angkor      
Start your day of exploration with crumbling Ta Prohm, covered by jungle trees and vines. Continue to the remarkable city of Angkor Thom and the enigmatic faces of Bayon. End your day at majestic Angkor Wat and watch the sunset from a nearby viewpoint.    

Day 16  Temples of Angkor      
Depending on water levels you will either enjoy a boat trip on Tonlé Sap Lake amongst the floating villages or visit the unrestored temple of Beng Mealea. Head to the temple of Banteay Srey and visit the fascinating APOPO Centre, a humanitarian landmine clearance project.              

Days 17-18  Fly home      
Today, visit the beautiful temple of Preah Khan, before your flight home.