Day 1. United States → Ho Chi Minh

Arrival at airport, we transfer you to hotel in Ho Chi Minh city. Rest of the day is your leisure time to explore the city on your own.

• Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
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Day 2. Ho Chi Minh

Morning, we explore the Re-Unification Palace, which was the home and workplace of the president of South Vietnam during the Vietnam War, and played a pivotal role in the war's end. Visit the Notre Dame Cathedral, a stunning example of French colonial architecture, and learn about its unique history. Continue your tour at the War Remnants Museum, which provides a thought-provoking look into the harsh realities of the Vietnam War.

Afternoon, we leave the city and drive 60km to Cu Chi, where you can delve into the intricate system of tunnels and explore the Cu Chi Tunnel, an impressive feat of engineering that played a significant role in the Vietnam War. Afterwards, enjoy tea, cassava (guerrilla's food during the war). Once the tour is complete, we will make our way back to the city.

• Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
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Day 3. Mekong Delta

Following breakfast at the hotel, we will depart from Ho Chi Minh and head towards Ben Tre. Our journey will include a boat trip along the Mekong River, during which we will visit a family-run business that exemplifies the idyllic rural lifestyle. We will also have the opportunity to stroll through the fruit plantation village.

• Overnight in Can Tho.
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Day 4. Mekong Delta

Around 6.30am, we pick you up to visit the Cai Rang floating market which is wholesale market of fruit and vegetable at its busiest at this time of the day. Keep cruising through the small channels system and visit a rice noodle making village. Experience the “Monkey Bridge” in the Delta.

Break for lunch then return to Ho Chi Minh.

• Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
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Day 5. Ho Chi Minh → Hoi An

Morning, enjoy breakfast at hotel. Spend your time at leisure in Ho Chi Minh until we trasnfer you to airport for flight to Da Nang.
Upon arrival in Da Nang, we transfer to Hoi An. Check-in at hotel. Rest of the day is your leisure time to explore the ancient town on your own.

• Overnight in Hoi An.
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Day 6. Hoi An

Morning breakfast at hotel. Today, we start the tour by visiting My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Afternoon, visit Hoi An town on foot: Hoi An’s Colorful Local Market, Old House of Tan Ky, Fu Jian Assembly Hall, and the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge.

• Overnight in Hoi An.
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Day 7. Hoi An

Breakfast at hotel.

Your leisure time for walking around the Old Town for shopping and relax in Hoi An.

• Overnight in Hoi An.
• B

Day 8. Hoi An → Hue

Breakfast at hotel. Your leisure time for walking around the Old Town for shopping and relaxation in Hoi An.
Afternoon, we transfer you to Hue.

• Overnight in Hue.
• B

Day 9. Hoi An → Hanoi

Hue city tour. Get a boat trip to Thien Mu Pagoda. We then continue our visit at the Citadel & Hue Royal Antiques museum. Visit Dong Ba Market and have lunch at a nearby restaurant.

After lunch, visit tomb of King “Minh Mang” and Tomb of King “Khai Dinh”. Proceed our tour at a nearby village where people making incense stick and conical hat. After that, we transfer you to airport for flight to Hanoi.

• Overnight in Hanoi.
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Day 10. Halong bay

Morning, enjoy breakfast at hotel and depart for Halong Bay at approximately 8:00am.

Upon arrival in Halong Bay, we will board the vessel and partake in a delectable lunch. During the meal, we will cruise through thousands of stunning islands and islets. Following lunch, you may freshen up in your room before embarking on a visit to the Surprising Cave, kayaking, swimming, and other activities. Later, return to the vessel, get a drink and enjoy the picturesque sunset scenery in the bay. Halong photo.

• Overnight on boat in Halong bay
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Day 11. Halong bay

In the morning, breakfast will be served on board. We will then proceed to cruise to a Pearl Farm village and continue exploring the enchanting Halong Bay, navigating through numerous captivating islands and islets.

During lunch on board, we will make our way back to the pier before transferring back to Hanoi.

• Overnight in Hanoi.
• B,L

Day 12. Hanoi: City tour

Explore the Temple of Literature, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and discover the rich history of Vietnam's first university. Walk around the picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake, and visit the Ngoc Son Temple, perched on an island in the lake. Continue your exploration at the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, which showcases the diverse ethnic groups of Vietnam through fascinating exhibits and artifacts.

Take a cyclo tour for sightseeing around the Old Quarter of Hanoi. Watch video.

• Overnight in Hanoi.
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Day 13. Hanoi → Phuket

Morning, we transfer you to airport for flight to Phuket.

Afternoon, Your leisure and relaxation at beach in Phuket, Thailand.

Overnigh in Phuket. (B)

Day 14. Phuket

Breakfast at hotel.

Your leisure and relaxation at beach in Phuket.

Overnight in Phuket. (B)

Add-On: Boat trip to Phi Phi island

Morning, pick up from your hotel. Around 9:00am, have some coffee and tea at the pier before departure. At 9:30am, depart from the pier and reach the Maya Bay around 10.30. Have sightseeing around Maya Bay and Loh Samah Bay. After that, visit Pileh Lagoon for snorkeling and swimming.

Lunch and relax at Andaman Beach. At 2:45pm, we leave Phi Phi island to go to Monkey Beach. Spend your leisure time at Monkey Beach before going back to the Phuket pier at 4.00pm. Drop you back to your hotel.

Overnight in Phuket. (B,L)

Day 15. Phuket → Bangkok

Breakfast at hotel.

Enjoy your time at relaxing beach of Phuket until we transfer you to airport for flight to Bangkok.

Overnight in Bangkok. (B)

Day 16. Bangkok: Visit Ayutthaya

At 6.30, leave Bangkok for Ayuthaya. Stop to visit the Bang Pa-In Summer Palace. Continue to Ayutthaya, visit Wat Maha That. We continue our visit at Wat Phra Si Sanphet, the largest and most important temple.

At 12.30, Embark a cruise, enjoy delicious buffet lunch on board and cruise back to Bangkok. Sightseeing from the boat on the way back to Bangkok city.

• Overnight in Bangkok.
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Day 17. Bangkok: Visit Kanchanaburi

At 6.15, leave Bangkok for Ratchabur, boat trip to Damnoen Saduak floating market. See the local life and visit handicraft home industry. Transfer to Kwai River, visit Tiger Temple in Kanchanaburi. At 17.00, leave Kanchanaburi for Bangkok.

• Overnight in Bangkok.
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Day 18. Bangkok → United States

Breakfast at hotel. We take a city tour this morning.

Experience the spiritual heart of Bangkok by visiting some of the city's most famous temples. First, we will visit Wat Traimit, also known as the Golden Buddha Temple, and marvel at its magnificent golden Buddha statue. Then, visit Wat Pho, the temple that houses the revered reclining Buddha, and soak up the peaceful ambiance of this sacred site. Finally, we'll conclude the temple tour with a visit to Wat Benjabophit, known for its exquisite marble architecture.

After the temple visits, savor a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, and indulge in some authentic Thai cuisine.

ADD-ON: Pay the entrance fee to visit at The Grand Palace.

Afternoon, say goodbye to Asia and take a flight back to United States.

(B)

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