This detailed itinerary of Vietnam and Thailand in 13 days offers a flavor of immersive experience to the stunning landscape in two amazing countries in Southeast Asia. Discover the blend of ancient tradition and modern vibrancy. From the bustling cities of Hanoi to the serene beauty of Halong Bay and the idyllic beaches of Phuket. This 13-day journey promises an extraordinary experience!
Welcome to Hanoi!
After arriving, you will be escorted by your tour guide to the hotel with a brief introduction about the journey. The rest of the day is at your leisure to explore the tree-lined boulevards, French Indochinese architecture, and tranquil lakes of Hanoi – the heart of Vietnam.
Hanoi Opera House
Included: Accommodation and airport pickup.
After breakfast, you will visit the historical and cultural sites of Hanoi including the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the One Pillar Pagoda, and Tran Quoc Pagoda on the edge of West Lake.
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
After lunch, you will explore the beautiful Temple of Literature, the first university in Vietnam. Then, take a cycle to visit the bustling Old Quarter.
The rest of the day will be enjoyed at your own pace.
Included: Transportation, Accommodation, English-speaking guide, Visiting fees, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
In the morning, we will pick you up at the hotel and drive through the verdant Red River Delta to make our way to the famous UNESCO World Heritage site, Halong Bay.
You will board a luxury junk ship for an overnight cruise. Relax and marvel at the incredible limestone karsts that jut out of the ocean water and the thousands of jungle-covered islands that seem to float on the waves.
Luxury cruise in Halong Bay
You will be served with fresh seafood lunch while sitting back and relaxing and enjoying the incredible view.
You will visit traditional fishing villages where locals have created an entire town on the decks of their boats.
Then, you can explore Tien Ong Cave before returning to the cruise for cocktails, and a spectacular sunset.
End your day with a romantic, candlelit dinner.
Included: Transportation, Accommodation, English-speaking guide on boat, Sightseeing fees, Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Start the day with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck in the early morning mist or admire the beautiful scenery as the sun rises over the azure waters.
Enjoy a leisurely brunch while your junk cruises Halong Bay, passing islets and caves as you make your way back to the dock.
Hoi An
Your driver will meet you when you disembark and transfer you straight to the airport for a short flight to Danang. Upon arrival at Danang Airport, you will have a short drive to Hoian. Check-in at the hotel Hoian and free time at the hotel.
Included: Transportation, Accommodation, English-speaking guide on boat, Hanoi – Danang flight ticket, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
In the morning, participate in a half-day walking trip.
You will stroll along the old street, passing through several old houses, and see how the locals live their daily lives. During the tour, you will also see how the historical elements of the city blend with modernity, and visit some ancient landmarks, including the Japanese Covered Bridge or the Chinese Conference Hall.
Japanese Covered Bridge
Included: Accommodation, English-speaking guide, Visiting fees, Meals: breakfast.
You will spend another day exploring the hidden beauty of Hoi An. You can take part in a cooking class to learn about typical Vietnamese cuisine.
Your cooking class today begins with a visit to a colorful local market where you can buy all the necessary ingredients, and head back to prepare.
Cooking class in Hoi An
In the afternoon, explore the enchanting time-capsule town of Old Hoi An on a walking tour with your guide. You can enjoy a cold glass of a traditional herbal drink at a streetside shop. If time permits, we will also stop by a craft store where you can buy the best souvenirs of the city to take back to your hometown.
Included: Transportation, Accommodation, English-speaking guide, Visiting fees, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
You will have the morning for a leisurely breakfast before heading to Danang to catch a flight to Ho Chi Minh City.
Ho Chi Minh City
When you arrive at the airport, you will be met and transferred directly to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Included: Transportation, Accommodation, Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh City air ticket, Meals: breakfast.
We will pick you up in the morning and take you to the Cu Chi Tunnels, a major part of the Vietnam-American War, and a fascinating day trip – explore the mysterious tunnels, and find hidden doors and once-deadly traps.
Notre Dame Cathedral
After lunch, you will go back to Ho Chi Minh City and spend the afternoon visiting the War Remnants Museum. Then stroll around the city’s colonial streets in the evening to the Old Saigon Post Office, Dong Khoi Street, Notre Dame Cathedral, Opera House, and City Hall.
Included: Transportation, Accommodation, English-speaking guide, Visiting fees, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
From Ho Chi Minh you will take a short drive through lush green rice fields into the Mekong Delta and the town of My Tho.
You will stop to visit the Vinh Trang Pagoda and take a hand-rowed sampan boat down the mighty Mekong, drifting under the shade of coconut trees through the river’s natural canals.
Mekong Delta
Then, continue down the river to An Khang. You can take a short bicycle tour (you can apply for a private tour if time permits) and enjoy seasonal fruit, honey, and tea to the beautiful sounds of southern Vietnamese folk music performed by local musicians.
Later, you will be transferred back to Ho Chi Minh City for a leisurely evening.
Included: Transportation, Accommodation, English-speaking guide, Visit fees, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
After check out, transfer to the Airport for your flight to Phuket.
Upon arrival in Phuket, you will meet the driver and transfer to a hotel in Phuket.
Phuket Fantasea
In the evening, the driver picks you up from the hotel and transfers you to Phuket Fantasea, enjoy a buffet dinner then enjoy a Thai culture show. After that back to the hotel.
Included: Transportation, Accommodation, Ho Chi Minh – Phuket flight ticket, Meals: breakfast, dinner.
In the morning, you will be picked up from the hotel to Khai Island. Upon your arrival, relax and enjoy your time here by swimming, snorkeling, or feeding fish at the beach.
For lunch, enjoy your buffet at Khai Island restaurant. Then, depart Khai Island and go to Phi Phi Don Island to discover coral reefs and beautiful fish at the wonderful diving place.
Maya Bay, Koh Phi Phi Island
Then, you will visit Koh Phi Phi Island and pass by Viking Cave a place for swallows nest concession. Visit Pileh Lagoon where you can wander and take photo shots of Loh Samah Bay and enjoy your relaxing time before departing for Phuket.
Included: Transportation, Accommodation, English-speaking guide, Visiting fees, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
You can spend your time exploring smaller islands nearby. From Phuket, there are also options to travel such as Ko Sire, Ko Rang Yai, and Ma Thon Island.
Ko Yang Rai
Although they are not as popular as Phuket, these islands are great for one who looking for idyllic and tranquil beaches to relax and connect with nature.
Included: Accommodation and breakfast at the hotel.
On the last day of the 2 weeks in Vietnam and Thailand, enjoy some free time before transferring to the airport. You will be transferred to the airport for the departure flight.
Included: Airport drop-off and breakfast at the hotel.
– There may be cancellation fees charged by suppliers (hotels, airlines, boats, trains…) once these bookings are made and paid. These fee shall by paid by travelers.
– These are maximum cancellation fees to be flexible applied:
Are you interested in this tour or would you like to customize your own trip?
Call our local experts: +84913.000.858
