Grand Indochina
Grand Indochina
Visit the fascinating countries of Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam
The 19 day Grand Indochina tour starts in Cambodia, discovering the sights of Phnom Penh and Siem Reap including the famous Angkor Wat temples! Cross the border into Laos and visit the picturesque Kuang Si Waterfalls close to Luang Prabang. In Vietnam relax on a cruise aboard a traditional junk on Halong Bay and zigzag your way through the colourful markets of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy the delightfully atmospheric town of Hoi An, and catch a glimpse of the life in the local area as you explore the Mekong Delta by boat.
Locations you will be visiting
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Phnom Penh, Cambodia
The capital city known for its Royal Palace, National Museum and killing fields.
1 Day
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Siem Reap, Cambodia
Siem Reap is home to the Temples of Angkor
3 Days
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Luang Prabang, Laos
Home to the historic Wat Xiengthong temple
3 Days
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Hanoi, Vietnam
Those looking for history, colonial legacy and modern outlook can find it all in Vietnam’s buzzing...
2 Days
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Halong Bay, Vietnam
A UNESCO Heritage Site filled with thousands of small islands rising from turquoise waters
1 Day
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Hue, Vietnam
Located on the bank of picturesque Song Huong (Perfume River), Hue is brimming with history
2 Days
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Hoi An, Vietnam
A charming town with a sense of history in its pretty streets and narrow canals.
2 Days
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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
A vibrant city with a fascinating history and food culture
3 Days
YOUR TOUR ITINERARY
Grand Indochina
19 day Tour Itinerary
An overview of your trip
DAY 1 Fly to Phnom Penh
Take a scheduled flight from London Heathrow to Phnom Penh. Alternatively, we can arrange departures from your local airport.
- Transport: Airplane
DAY 2 Arrive Phnom Penh
Upon arrival in Phnom Penh, our local tour guide will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure.
DAY 3 Phnom Penh Day Tour and to Siem Reap
Today starts at the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda, where 5,000 silver tiles cover the floor, and continues to the National Museum built in traditional Khmer style. In the afternoon tour Tuol Sleng Prison and the Killing Fields – a reminder of the Khmer Rouge regime, giving an insight into how the country has developed. Transfer to the airport for your evening flight to Siem Reap. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to the hotel.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
- Transport: Airplane
DAY 4 Angkor Wat
In the morning visit the ancient city of Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Great Khmer Empire. Enter the impressive South Gate flanked by stone elephants and giants. The famous Temple of Angkor Wat, the largest and best-preserved temple at the site, is this afternoon’s location, from where you can enjoy the beautiful sunset.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 5 Tonle Sap Lake
Take a morning transfer to the pier for a boat trip to Tonle Sap Lake, Southeast Asia’s largest freshwater lake, where you can see stilt villages. From there continue on to the astounding Roluos Group Monuments. Finally, you have the chance to tour the workshops of Artisan’s d’Angkor where traditional wood and stone carving techniques are taught.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 6 Ta Prohm and to Luang Prabang
Head to the exquisite Banteay Srey Temple, one of the finest displays of classical Khmer art, and stop at Pre Rup, a stunning temple-mountain with marvellous views over the surrounding countryside. Also explore the Ta Prohm Temple, famed for the trees growing out of the ruins. Later, transfer to the airport for your flight to Luang Prabang.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
- Transport: Airplane
DAY 7 Luang Prabang City Tour
Following breakfast, your Luang Prabang City Tour starts at the city’s oldest temple, Wat Sene, and the impressive Wat Xiengthong. Cruise along the Mekong to the Pak Ou Caves, passing spectacular views as you go. Explore the caves crammed with thousands of golden Buddha statues. Continue to Ban Xang Khong village, famed for its silk hand weaving and traditional Saa paper making, and the magnificent Stupa of Wat Visoun. Climb to the top of Mount Phousi for panoramic sunset views of the city, the surrounding countryside, and the Mekong Delta.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 8 Khuang Si Falls
Visit the local indigenous Lao villages at Ban Ouay, Hmong Village and Ban Thapene, Khmu Village, then drive to the beautiful Khouang Si Waterfall where you can cool off with a refreshing swim in the turquoise pools, or walk along the shady forest trails. Return to the city by late afternoon to observe the sunset at Wat Prabath.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 9 Fly to Hanoi
There is an early start, before breakfast, to witness the morning ritual of monks collecting offerings of Alms (sticky rice) from local worshippers. After breakfast, the rest of your morning is at leisure. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, before your afternoon pick-up and transfer to the airport for the flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival, your guide will meet and transfer you to the hotel.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
- Transport: Airplane
DAY 10 Hanoi City Tour
Experience the rich culture of Hanoi. Spend time at the iconic Temple of Literature, the remarkable One Pillar Pagoda and the imperial Presidential Palace. Visit the fascinating Vietnam History Museum and the ornate Hanoi Opera House. Stroll around the atmospheric Old Quarter and end the day by watching a performance of an entertaining traditional Water Puppet Show.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 11 Halong Bay Cruise
There is a morning pick-up by the shuttle bus transfer, for your journey through the rich farmlands and rice fields to Halong City. Board the vessel for your overnight cruise aboard a traditional wooden junk, to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong Bay. Visit the enchanting Surprise Cave and maybe enjoy a spot of swimming or hiking on Titov Island. There are optional onboard activities, bookable locally, such as cookery classes, massages, kayaking, and swimming.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Transport: Cruise
DAY 12 Hanoi to Hue
Start your day with Tai Chi on the sundeck, followed by breakfast and an excursion to the Luon Cave. Brunch is served on board as the boat winds through the spectacular limestone landscape. Disembark and take a shuttle bus back to Hanoi. Upon arrival in Hanoi, enjoy free time at your leisure before your late afternoon transfer to the airport. Fly to Hue, where you will be met by your local tour guide and transferred to your hotel.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Brunch
- Transport: Airplane
DAY 13 Hue
Today is your opportunity to cruise along the Perfume River to the Thien Mu Pagoda, visit the Citadel and ornate tombs of former emperors, and experience a local market.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 14 Hue to Hoi An
Following breakfast, a three-hour drive takes you through some stunning rural and coastal landscapes, including the dramatic Hai Van Pass to Hoi An. On arrival, check into your hotel. In the afternoon, embark on a short walking tour to explore the city on foot.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
- Transport: Drive
DAY 15 Hoi An
Day at leisure to enjoy the ancient town of Hoi An. Optional tours include a cooking class or cycle ride to the local beach.
- Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 16 Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City
The morning is at leisure, before lunch at a local restaurant and your transfer to Danang Airport, stopping en route to admire the impressive Marble Mountain and the fascinating Cham Museum. Fly to Ho Chi Minh City, where you will be met at Tan Son Nhat Airport by your guide and transferred to your hotel to check-in.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
- Transfer: Airplane
DAY 17 Ho Chi Minh City Tour and Cu Chi
Experience the very best of Ho Chi Minh City on a half day city tour. Soak up the history of Dong Khoi Street on a walking tour, home to several colonial-style buildings. Visit the Reunification Palace, also known as the Independence Palace, located over five levels where there are tunnels, a war room and telecommunications centre and the poignant War Remnants Museum. This afternoon we will take you to the Cu Chi Tunnels on the city’s outskirts, an incredible underground network of tunnels, rooms and passageways used by Vietnamese soldiers.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 18 Mekong Delta
A morning transfer takes you through the beautiful countryside of My Tho, to board your boat. Sail along the Ben Tre River – one of the tributaries of the Mekong – through scenic mangroves into the heart of the Mekong Delta. Cruise along the Mekong River and visit the orchards on the Thoi Son islet. Enjoy tropical fruits of the season, visit a honey-bee farm and a coconut candy workshop. Continue by rowed sampan along the canals until lunch, then visit Vinh Trang Ancient Pagoda before driving back to Ho Chi Minh City.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 19 Fly to UK
Transfer to the airport for your flight back to the UK.
- Meals included: Breakfast
- Transport: Airplane
Optional Extras - Cultural Experiences
There is some free time in your itinerary for you to explore on your own, or treat yourself to an excursion. Use the links below to create a to-do list, or, if you’d prefer us to book you onto one of these or any other excursions, please let us know when booking your tour.
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Indochina: Relax at a Yoga Retreat
Join Yoga Retreat that emphasis on natural living, wellness and to truly release stress from your daily life.
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Vietnam & Cambodia: Cookery Demonstrations and Classes
Cooking classes can be arranged in both Vietnam and Cambodia.
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Cambodia: Helicopter Ride Over Angkor Wat
Ride on a helicopter to enjoy the view of Angkor Wat form the air.
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View this packageVietnam
Vietnam: Sea Plane to Halong Bay
Fly-over the scenic Halong Bay. A fantastic way to see the dramatic islands and limestone peaks of the bay.
Sample Accommodation
Your holiday details
Departures and Prices 2020 / 21
Single supplement from £750
Land only from £2,898
(without international flights)
Prices and products are subject to availability at the time of booking.
The deposit for these arrangements is £300 per person. Balance is due 10 weeks before departure.
This tour itinerary is also available as a Private Tour. Please ask for more details.
Cambodia: Grand Indochina
from£3,698
What's included:
- International and domestic flights in economy class
- 4★ accommodation on twin share basis
- Transfers
- English speaking guides
- Meals as specified
- Entrance fees to the sites listed
- Airport taxes
- Local tips
- Personal spending
- Visa fees
- Travel Insurance
When making an enquiry or reservation we will request your contact details, however no payment will be required at this stage. We will contact you for payment details and to confirm your booking, your details and the details of those travelling with you along with any extras you’d like to add.
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