Thanks to our small group size, we can get to the heart of our destination, visit places that other tours miss, and get to know the locals.
Highlights
View the impressive Silver Pagoda on the grounds of the Royal Palace complex in Phnom Penh with its floor of over 5000 shimmering silver tiles and its crystal Emerald Buddha.
Meet a cultural historian for a discussion on Cambodia's heritage and resilient population.
Stand in awe at the architectural masterpieces of Angkor Thom and Angkor Wat, designated as one of the "Seven Wonders of the World".
See the mysterious Bayon Temple, replete with over 172 giant smiling stone faces.
Boat excursion on Tonle Sap Lake in the heart of Cambodia.
Ride an ox-cart in the lush farmlands of Siem Reap.
Tour Bangkok's elaborate and glittering Grand Palace complex and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha.
Visit serene Wat Po, home of the astonishing giant Reclining Buddha, over 150 feet long.
Cruise on the Chao Phraya River from Bangkok to Ayutthaya, the second Siamese capital.
Visit to impressive Ayutthaya Historical Park, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Participate in a special Baci Ceremony in Luang Prabang, with prayers to bestow good fortune.
Take part in the sacred ancient tradition of Alms-giving to Buddhist monks.
Sail on a luxurious “junk” on fairy-tale Ha Long Bay past jagged cliffs, grottos and hidden caves.
In Hanoi, attend the world-famous Water Puppet Show, accompanied by a Vietnamese orchestra.
Ride a "cyclo" through the busy streets of the Old Quarter.
Itinerary
DAY 1, Monday - Depart for Cambodia
DAY 2, Tuesday - Arrive in Phnom Penh
DAY 3, Wednesday - Explore Royal Palace Complex & National Museum
DAY 4, Thursday - Fly to Siem Reap and Enjoy Dinner & Cultural Performance
DAY 5, Friday - Discover Angkor Wat & Angkor Thom
DAY 6, Saturday - Ox Cart Ride With Tonle Sap Cruise, Fly to Bangkok
DAY 7, Sunday - Visit Flower Market, Grand Palace & Temple of the Emerald Buddha
DAY 8, Monday - Explore Ayutthaya and Visit Royal Summer Palace
DAY 9, Tuesday - Fly to Luang Prabang, Laos, Wat Xieng Thong Temple, Royal Palace Museum
DAY 10, Wednesday - Explore Luang Prabang, Mekong River Cruise
DAY 11, Thursday - Fly to Hanoi, Vietnam
DAY 12, Friday - Ha Long Bay
DAY 13, Saturday - Return to Hanoi, Water Puppet Performance & Enjoy Home Hosted Dinner
DAY 14, Sunday - Explore Hanoi, Private Cooking Class
DAY 15, Monday - Full Day in Hanoi
DAY 16, Tuesday - Depart Vietnam
Included/Excluded
14 nights First Class accommodations
2 nights Phnom Penh
2 nights Siem Reap
3 nights Bangkok
2 nights Luang Prabang
4 nights Hanoi
1 night Halong Bay
Hotel taxes, fees & service charges
Hotel porterage
All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates†
31 meals: 14 breakfasts, 10 lunches & 7 dinners (including a home hosted dinner, and welcome & farewell dinners)
Coffee and tea with all meals. Beer included with welcome, farewell and home hosted dinners
Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned vehicles
Services of local English-speaking tour manager throughout
Services of local guides in Cambodia & Vietnam
Comprehensive, guided sightseeing and entrance fees per itinerary
Active itinerary with unique cultural features
Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring