This Vietnam Thailand 21 days adventure offers a rich blend of cultural experiences, natural beauty, and historical exploration. Begin your journey in southern Vietnam with tours focused on wartime history, followed by a serene time on the river in Hoi An and the Mekong Delta. After trekking through the terraced rice fields of Sapa, you’ll make your way to the coast for a cruise on the stunning Ha Long Bay. The adventure continues in Thailand, where you’ll visit villages near Bangkok and Chiang Mai, and concludes with relaxing on the postcard-perfect beaches of Phuket.
After landing at Tan Son Nhat Airport in Ho Chi Minh City, our driver will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel in the city center.
After checking in, you can visit the city’s highlights at your leisure, if time permits. Discover famous attractions like Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, and the Reunification Palace.
Included: Accommodation and airport pickup.
This morning, prepare for a delightful full-day tour of the famous Mekong Delta, starting with a transfer south of Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho. Located in Tien Giang province, My Tho is a gateway to the Mekong. Enjoy a scenic boat ride as you pass serene islands and sip fresh coconut juice, sourced from the region’s renowned coconut groves. The boat tour culminates at one of the area’s bustling floating markets, where hundreds of boats sell fresh produce.
Vinh Trang Pagoda
Afterward, visit Thoi Son Island. Take a leisurely stroll down the backroads, passing through orchards, sampling tropical fruits, and listening to traditional music from village homes. You’ll also encounter a shrine dedicated to the Coconut Monk, a local religious figure who promoted peace, harmony, and coconuts. Next, explore Vinh Trang Pagoda, the largest Buddhist temple in the province.
Conclude your day with a 2.5-hour journey to the river city of Can Tho, where you will spend the night.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Get up early for a boat trip to Cai Rang Floating Market, one of the most vibrant in the region. Your guide will lead you through a bustling array of small wooden boats piled high with flowers, coconuts, and fresh produce. Learn the art of bartering with traders as you mingle with locals and soak up the lively market atmosphere.
Cai Rang Floating Market
Next, transfer to a nearby orchard that supplies fresh fruit to the delta region’s markets. Stroll through the groves and then visit a local noodle workshop to learn how to make traditional rice noodles.
Afterward, transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City and head to the airport for your flight north to Da Nang, located on Vietnam’s central coast. From there, enjoy a scenic 1-hour drive south by private car to Hoi An. This historic city on the Thu Bon River was a major trading port from the 15th to the 19th centuries, and its riverside Ancient Town is filled with well-preserved buildings. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy a free evening.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang air ticket, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
This morning, embark on a guided walking tour of Hoi An’s Ancient Town, uncovering its many treasures. Stroll along the waterfront and explore highlights such as Hoi An Market, the Japanese Covered Bridge, and the historic Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, dating back to the 17th century. Known for its intricate wood carvings, paintings, and sculptures, a visit to the hall is truly memorable.
Japanese Covered Bridge
Later, join a private workshop to learn the ancient art of lantern-making. Japanese settlers introduced lanterns to the region in the 16th century, and they have since become a cultural symbol. At the home of a local artisan, delve into this rich history and create your own colorful paper lantern to take home.
Included: Accommodation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
This morning, meet your guide and hop on a bicycle for an unforgettable experience in rural Vietnam. Pedal about 2 miles (3 km) out of town to Tra Que Vegetable Village, a model of sustainable farming. For centuries, farmers on this 98-acre (40 ha) plot have grown high-quality herbs and vegetables using entirely organic methods and no electric machinery. Spend time with the local farmers, learning their time-tested techniques for planting and tilling the soil.
Tra Que Village
Afterward, visit a local home for a welcome drink and a brief rest. Then, meet your chef/instructor, who will teach you how to prepare delicious regional dishes like banh xeo (savory rice pancakes with shrimp). You’ll prepare around seven dishes, and once the cooking is done, sit down with your instructor to enjoy your creations for lunch.
After the meal, return to Hoi An and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Stroll the cobbled streets of Ancient Town, explore historic plazas and pavilions, and visit local art galleries. You can also browse the outdoor markets along the river and relax at a waterfront café, enjoying a refreshing milk coffee and people-watching.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
In the morning, transfer back to Da Nang for a 1.5-hour flight to Hanoi – the capital of Vietnam. Upon arrival, our driver will take you to the hotel.
After checking in, you will meet our local tour guide for a half-day city tour, and visit Hanoi Old Quarter and the Temple of Literature.
Temple of Literature
Later in the afternoon, embark on a culinary adventure to sample Hanoi’s famous street food. Follow our expert guide to sample dishes like cha ca, pho bo, bun cha, etc. Wash it all down with a cup of beer or the city’s famous egg coffee.
Return to your hotel in the late evening.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, Da Nang – Hanoi air ticket, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Rise and shine! This morning, you’re heading to Vietnam’s highlands, a region renowned for its soaring mountains, terraced fields, and traditional hill tribe villages. Meet your driver at the hotel and embark on a scenic journey north of Hanoi to the famous highland town of Sapa. Known for its misty green mountains, Sapa offers plenty of natural wonders to explore during your stay.
Sapa – A Misty Town
The drive takes about 5-6 hours, passing through idyllic countryside dotted with verdant rice paddies, quaint villages, and lush mountains. There will be stops for meals, leg stretching, and enjoying the fresh air. Once in the highlands, you’ll visit a village in the Ta Giang Phinh Valley at the foot of Ngu Chin Son mountain. This area is home to the Black Hmong people, known for their traditional handicrafts and authentic attire.
After spending time with the locals and experiencing rural life, you’ll continue from Ta Giang to Sapa. This 1-hour drive will bring you to your hotel, where you can check in and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Lace-up your hiking boots for a full day of trekking. In the morning, meet your guide and transfer to the trailhead outside of Sapa. You’ll embark on a 7.4-mile (12 km) hike through rice paddies and hill tribe villages.
As you descend into the picturesque Muong Hoa Valley, you’ll pass through Y Linh Ho and Lao Chai, villages inhabited by the Black Hmong people. With your guide’s assistance, you’ll interact with residents and explore their traditional handicrafts. Lunch will be at a local family’s home in Lao Chai or a riverfront café.
Trekking in Lao Chai, Sapa
After lunch, continue along the scenic trail, which winds past terraced rice fields framed by towering mountain peaks. The day’s final stop is Ta Van, a village of the Giay people, known for their rich culture and traditional wooden stilt houses. Spend the night here with a local family, enjoying dinner together.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
After breakfast, meet your driver for a half-day excursion further into the mountains for the best views of the Sapa countryside. Just under a mile outside town, you’ll encounter beautiful sights such as rose-flower farms, chayote vines, and dense bamboo forests. As you ascend, you’ll be treated to stunning views of the mountain rice paddies and Mount Fansipan, Vietnam’s highest peak at 10,324 feet (3,147 m).
Your first stop will be at Thac Bac, known to foreigners as Silver Waterfall. This impressive waterfall plunges 328 feet (100 m) through a lush pine forest, making it one of the most beautiful and largest waterfalls in the region.
Magnificent view from O Quy Ho Pass
Next, visit the O Quy Ho Mountain Pass, also called Heaven’s Gate. At 6,676 feet (2,035 m), it is the highest mountain pass in Vietnam and offers some of the most breathtaking scenery in the north. Take your time to capture photos of the surrounding mountain vistas and the Sin Chai Valley below.
Afterward, you’ll transfer back to Hanoi, a 5-6-hour journey, and check into your hotel.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
After an early breakfast, your private driver will pick you up at the hotel for the three-hour drive north to the legendary Ha Long Bay. Located in the Gulf of Tonkin, this bay features over 1,500 karst islets that rise above jade waters, resembling the spine of a mythological creature – “ha long” translates to “descending dragon.” The area’s unique beauty has earned it UNESCO World Heritage status.
Halong Bay, Vietnam
At the marina, board the luxurious cruise ship for an overnight tour. After settling into your cabin, enjoy a delicious lunch in the dining room. Then, relax on the sun deck as the ship sails across the tranquil emerald waters to the most secluded parts of the bay.
Later in the afternoon, stop at a hidden cove for a swim and a kayak trip to explore secret beaches and grottoes.
Return to the ship for a cooking demonstration where you’ll learn to prepare some famous Vietnamese dishes. Following the demonstration, enjoy a decadent buffet dinner in the dining room. Spend the evening relaxing or try your hand at squid fishing off the boat’s stern.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, Sightseeing fee, English-speaking guide on boat, Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Begin your day with an early morning tai chi session on the deck, surrounded by the stunning scenery of Ha Long Bay. After a light breakfast, the ship will cruise to a karst cavern, which you can explore by traditional boat. Afterward, return to the ship and enjoy a late brunch as you cruise back to the Ha Long Bay pier. Then, take a 3.5-hour ride back to Hanoi, arriving at Noi Bai International Airport at around 3 pm.
Sung Sot Cave
Bid farewell to Vietnam as you catch a 2-hour flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival at the airport, a driver will take you to your hotel. Check in and relax.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, Hanoi – Bangkok air ticket, English-speaking guide on boat, Meals: breakfast, brunch.
Prepare for a full-day tour of Bangkok’s most iconic landmarks. Begin in the city center with a visit to Pak Khlong Talat, a vibrant market filled with fragrant fresh flowers. Next, explore the Grand Palace, a complex of elaborate palaces and temples built in 1782, which served as the royal residence for 150 years. Key attractions include the Reception Hall, Coronation Hall, and Wat Phra Kaew, home to the sacred Emerald Buddha, a 26-inch (66 cm) jade statue of a meditating Buddha.
The Grand Palace
After a lunch break, hop on a traditional long-tail boat and take a short cruise along the Chao Phraya River to Wat Pho. This 13th-century temple is renowned for its enormous Reclining Buddha statue, which stands 49 feet (15 m) high and stretches 150 feet (46 m) long. Conclude the tour with a visit to the 17th-century Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn), known for its impressive 259-foot (79 m) central spire. Return to your hotel and relax for the rest of the afternoon.
In the evening, embark on a food tour of Bangkok in a tuk-tuk (auto rickshaw). This efficient mode of transport allows you to visit many of the city’s beloved eateries. Enjoy authentic Thai dishes such as pad thai, mango sticky rice, and popular Thai snacks while learning about the nation’s rich cultural heritage. The final stop is a rooftop bar, where you can sip a drink and take in the glittering views of the Chao Phraya River at night.
Afterward, return to your hotel.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Today, embark on a guided excursion to two unique Thai markets outside the city. Start your morning with a transfer from Bangkok to Samut Songkhram, located on the rural outskirts of the capital. Here, visit the Mae Klong Railway Market, a market set along active train tracks. Watch as vendors swiftly clear their stalls when a train approaches, only to set them up again moments later after the train has passed.
Damnoen Sudak Floating Market
Next, head to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market in Ratchaburi, 62 miles (100 km) southwest of Bangkok. Navigate through the network of canals, passing vendors selling fruit and handicrafts from their boats. Enjoy authentic Thai food from the floating vendors and observe traders selling fresh produce and crafts from their boats. Afterward, return to Bangkok for your final evening in the capital.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Leave Bangkok this morning for a 1.5-hour flight north to Chiang Mai. Nestled in the mountainous region of northern Thailand, this “Rose of the North” was once the capital of the ancient Lanna Kingdom and still boasts a moat-encircled Old City. This cultural hub is home to historical architecture and over 300 temples where orange-robed monks reside and worship.
After checking into your hotel, dive into the flavors of northern Thailand with a unique culinary experience. Travel to a village on the outskirts of the city, where you’ll meet a Lanna family living in a traditional teak home. Stroll through their orchard and garden, which flourish with mangos, coconuts, Thai herbs, and vegetables.
Join a Thai Cooking Class
Gather fresh ingredients for your cooking class, then head to the kitchen to learn how to prepare a typical Lanna meal influenced by Lao, Burmese, Yunnanese, and Isan traditions. The cuisine features sticky rice as a staple, complemented by soups and various minced, roasted, or grilled meats. Essential condiments include lemongrass, galangal (a type of ginger), and chili paste. Enjoy your homemade meal before returning to Chiang Mai for a restful evening or venture out to explore the vibrant nightlife.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, Bangkok – Chiang Mai air ticket, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Today, prepare for a tour of traditional Chiang Mai in a classic mode of transport: a rickshaw. Your full-day excursion begins when you meet our tour guide, who will take you on an introductory tour of the Old City. As you pedal around, you’ll pass historic landmarks such as the ancient city walls and gates. A highlight of the tour is a stop at Warorot Market, a century-old marketplace. Here, you can browse the stalls, sampling seasonal fruit and sai oua (northern Thai sausage) accompanied by iced tea.
Wat Umong
Afterward, bid farewell to your rickshaw driver and hop into a car for the drive to the foot of Doi Pui mountain on the outskirts of Chiang Mai, where you’ll visit Wat Umong. This 13th-century temple is known for its ancient network of tunnels used by Buddhist monks as meditation chambers. The temple complex is set in a serene forested area with fountains, lakes, pavilions, pagodas, and an impressive chedi (stupa). Your visit will include a private blessing ceremony by monks at the temple viharn (assembly hall).
Next, follow mountain roads up to 3,500 feet (1,066 m) to the 14th-century Wat Prathat Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai’s most famous temple. This temple features an enormous staircase adorned with ornate nagas (mythical beings that are half human, half cobra). Climb the 306 steps to the top and marvel at the large chedi topped with a five-tiered golden parasol.
Later in the afternoon, transfer back to Chiang Mai.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Today promises to be a highlight of your trip as you head to the forests outside the city to visit the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary. This sanctuary, like many others in the region, rescues abandoned and abused elephants, funding their care through eco-friendly tourism.
Spend the day with rescued elephants in Chiang Mai
Your half-day experience begins with changing into mahout (elephant caretaker) clothing. You’ll then meet the elephants and spend the morning feeding them. A memorable part of the visit is taking the elephants to the river for a bath and brushing session, a joyful activity for both the elephants and visitors. Afterward, return to the center to enjoy a snack of fresh fruit with your group and guides.
Finally, say a bittersweet goodbye to your new elephant friends and transfer back to Chiang Mai.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
To truly experience the charms of northern Thailand, venture outside of Chiang Mai to the countryside and connect with the local people. Meet our guide in the morning and embark on a half-day tour. Your first stop is the region’s famous rice paddies (planting season is from June to October). Here, our guide will introduce you to local farmers for a tour of the fields. During this hands-on experience, you’ll learn about rice farming, from sowing seeds to the final harvest.
Chiang Mai countryside scenery
Next, leave the car behind and hop on a moto-tricycle (a local mode of transport) for a ride through a rural village, where you can experience a more traditional and relaxed way of life. During this part of the tour, you’ll visit a family home where residents make khao kreab (steamed rice pancakes). You’ll also meet other artisans and learn how to make nam tung, a Lanna-style woven basket.
The tour concludes at the home of master weavers who create traditional clothing. Afterward, say goodbye to your new friends and return to Chiang Mai to enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Get up early for a transfer to the airport for your 2-hour flight south to the Andaman coast and Phuket. Known for its powdery beaches, vibrant nightlife, and world-class resorts, Thailand’s largest island boasts diverse landscapes from dense rainforests to palm-fringed beaches and rugged limestone cliffs. Upon arrival, you’ll transfer to your hotel. After checking in, you can spend the rest of the day exploring.
Patong Beach, Phuket
Consider visiting a popular beach like Patong, Kata, or Freedom Beach for sunbathing and watersports such as snorkeling and kayaking. Phuket’s natural beauty extends beyond its coastline. The island features diverse landscapes, including forested hills, mountains, limestone cliffs, lagoons, and tropical forests. For hiking enthusiasts, the trail to the Black Rock viewpoint offers stunning views over Cape Krathing.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, Chiang Mai – Phuket air ticket, Meals: breakfast.
Today, you’ll explore the stunning Khai and Phi Phi archipelagoes in the Andaman Sea, two of the region’s most beautiful island groups. Start your adventure by hopping on a speedboat at the pier and heading to the Phi Phi Islands, located 25 miles (40 km) east of Phuket. These islands are famous for their picturesque beaches and excellent snorkeling spots. Highlights of the trip include swimming and snorkeling at Pileh Lagoon, exploring Viking Cave, and visiting Phi Phi Ley’s Maya Bay, famously featured in the Leonardo DiCaprio movie, “The Beach.” You’ll also visit Monkey Beach, home to playful macaques.
Koh Phi Phi Island
Then, continue to the Khai Islands. Known for their untouched powdery white sands, these islands are perfect for relaxing on palm-shaded beaches, sipping cocktails, or snorkeling among vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life. In the late afternoon, you’ll return to Phuket.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
For your final day in Phuket, choose from a variety of activities to make the most of your time. Start with a trip to Karon View Point, where you can admire panoramic views of the city and Phuket’s beaches. Next, visit the Big Buddha, a towering statue nearly 150 feet (45 m) tall, which is one of the island’s most significant landmarks. You can also explore the Wat Chalong monastery or wander through the Old Town district to browse an outdoor market or dine at one of the many restaurants.
Alternatively, head straight to the beach to sunbathe, relax with a cold drink, or take a swim. For underwater adventures, consider a snorkeling tour or visit the aquarium at Cape Panwa to walk through its underwater glass tunnel. If you’re seeking excitement, head to the forest for a thrilling zipline tour over the jungle canopy.
As the day ends, enjoy a fresh seafood dinner, explore a night market, or experience the vibrant nightlife on Bangla Road.
Included: Accommodation and breakfast at the hotel.1
Get up early to enjoy the last tropical sunrise before being transferred to the airport for a flight back home.
End of 3 weeks in Vietnam and Thailand with beautiful memories.
Included: Airport drop-off and breakfast at the hotel.
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