Essence of Indochina

Day 1  Fly to Luang Prabang, Laos

Day 2  Luang Prabang        
Welcome to Laos. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and settle in before setting out on a guided tour of Xieng Thong, a 16th century monastery, before continuing to a night market.

Days 3-4  Luang Prabang  
Join a walking tour of the city exploring some of the most significant temples of Laos. After lunch, drive to the beautiful Kuang Si Falls, located in lush jungle and dense forest. The following morning, take a boat trip on the Mekong River to Pak Ou Caves, home to thousands of Buddha statues. Enjoy lunch on board before returning to Luang Prabang.

Day 5  Luang Prabang to Hanoi, Vietnam        
Rise early to witness a spiritual tradition of local monks receiving food from the community. Spend the rest of the morning as you wish before flying to Hanoi.

Day 6  Hanoi        
Experience this atmospheric capital city with a walking tour of the renowned Old Quarter. Key sites include bustling Dong Xuan Market, St Joesph’s Cathedral and the delicious street food vendors.

Day 7  Hanoi to Halong Bay      
Drive to Halong Bay to board a traditional junk boat 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    
Uncover the lantern lit streets of Hoi An, a celebrated UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a guided walking tour this morning.

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 on a guided tour.

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        
Spend the day cruising the the Mekong Delta, visiting the local villages and islands.

Day 14  Ho Chi Minh to Siem Reap, Cambodia    
Fly to Siem Reap, gateway to the temples of Angkor.

Day 15  Temples of Angkor      
Start your day of exploration with Ta Prohm, a 12th Century Buddhist monastery covered in jungle trees and vines. Continue to the remarkable city of Angkor Thom and the faces of Bayon. End your day watching the sunset over Angkor Wat.

Day 16  Temples of Angkor      
Head to the temple of Banteay Srey and visit the fascinating APOPO Centre, a humanitarian landmine clearance project. After, depending on water levels either sail the famed waters of Tonle Sap Lake amongst the floating villages or visit the unrestored temple of Beng Mealea.

Days 17-18  Fly home      
Today, visit the temple of Preah Khan, before you transfer to the airport and fly home.