Wonders of Southeast Asia
27 days from £3,531 (was £3,955)
Trip Photos
Male traveller wearing hat and sunglasses whilst standing on a branch over a waterfall.
Women walking across a railroad track whilst smiling with her hands in the air.
Two women sat on the edge of a fence looking out at the mountains at sea.
Two women sat smiling, travelling in a long boat down a river.
Travellers sat at the end of a large boat looking at the view, travelling through Ha Long Bay.
Women looking out at a longboat passing her at sea.
Travellers riding in a longboat travelling down the lake.
Group of travellers enjoying a drink whilst sat in a hot tub.
Two women sat under traditional archway next to a street shop.
Man traveller looking up about to walk through a temple archway.
Two women laughing whilst sunbathing on the top deck of a boat.
Women looking up close to traditional lanterns in a street store.
Two women sat smiling with their hands in the air underneath a waterfall.
Travellers sat on edge of traditional boat in Ha Long Bay Vietnam.
Travellers riding in tuk tuks through the busy streets.
Two travellers sat on steps smiling next to a temple.
People looking over boat edge in Ha Long Bay Vietnam.
Travellers posing next to locals wearing traditional clothing.
Three travellers stood beneath traditional temples at sunset.
The busy lit up streets of Malaysia at night time.
Women traveller stood on rooftop in front of a temple, looking at a gold statue.
Groupf of tourists sat on the edge of a road taking part in traditional activities with monks.
Women plating up a bowl of traditional Vietnamese food.
Male traveller reaching his hand out whilst taking part in traditions with monks.
Thailand, Cambodia & Vietnam
Satisfy your wanderlust and embark on this unforgettable 27-day odyssey through the exotic heart of Indochina. Travel through Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia, experiencing the diverse cultures and ancient traditions of each destination. From meeting elephants in Northern Thailand and taking the slow boat down the Mekong, to watching the sun come up over Angkor Wat and cruising the jade-green waters of Halong Bay, this is the real Asia.
Highlights include
Itinerary
Day 1: Bangkok Touchdown
Arrive in Thailand's capital and make your way through the streets bustling with tuk tuks, street vendors, and mopeds before checking into our four-star hotel. Get your first taste of that tropical sun by the rooftop pool, before heading out for a Pad Thai and a Singha or two.
Day 2: Jungle Raft Hotel
Hop in a water taxi to the Royal Palace. A local guide will take us round the majestic complex, before a boat tour of the khlongs. Next up - sleepy Kanchanaburi, where we'll sail down the River Kwai to our jungle raft hotel!
Day 3: Elephant Sanctuary
Wake up with a blissful river swim right from your room, before heading to Elephant Haven. Walk to the river with these gentle giants and watch them play in the mud, ahead of visiting the famous Bridge on the River Kwai.
Day 4: Bikes & Trains
Enjoy a morning swim in the emerald-green pools of Erawan Falls before heading to historic Ayutthaya. Explore the city by bike with a guided tour of its ornate temples, and grand palaces, before snuggling down in your cosy cabin on the overnight train to Chiang Mai.
Day 5: Doi Suthep Temple
Wake up as the train rolls into Chiang Mai. The day's yours to explore the city's leafy streets and the old quarter's buzzing markets. We'll marvel at Doi Suthep's golden chedi and find our inner zen with a meditation session before joining an optional cooking class or flopping by the hotel pool.
Day 6: Chiang Mai Free Time
Enjoy a day at your own pace in the capital of North Thailand. Tantalise your tastebuds with some street stall mu ping (pork skewers), treat yourself to a Thai massage, or work up a sweat with a Muay Thai class. Tonight, join our optional after dark Vespa tour for a different perspective on the city.
Day 7: Local Boat to Pakbeng
Cross the border into Laos before taking the slow boat down the mighty Mekong. Glide down the muddy river, with lush landscapes unfolding all round. We'll spend the night in an authentic guesthouse in Pakbeng, getting to know the locals.
Day 8: Caves & Night Markets
We're continuing on to Luang Prabang today, stopping at the Pak Ou Caves, where over 4,000 Buddha statues look out over the Mekong. On arrival we'll kick off our stay by watching,g sunset from a hilltop stupa and practicing our haggling skills in the local night markets.
Day 9: Scenic Bike Tour
Discover Luang Prabang's faded French villas, hazy mountains, and saffron-robed monks on a bike tour. Pay a visit to Wat Xieng Thong, watch the Master Weavers do their thing at the Living Crafts Centre, and join our optional trip to the turquoise waters of Kuang Si Falls.
Day 10: Vang Vieng
We're up early to join an unforgettable Buddhist ritual - giving alms to the city's Buddhist monks as the rising sun bathes the streets in gold. Then journey to Vang Vieng where we'll cool off in the river before drinks with a jaw-dropping mountain view, in one of the chilled-out waterfront bars.
Day 11: Kayaking & Caving
Today's yours to explore this spectacular riverside town. Join an optional kayaking and caving experience, go river tubing, or grab a bike and give yourself permission to get a little lost, stopping at swimming holes, wandering through lush paddy fields, and exploring limestone caves.
Day 12: Vientiane Tour
Head to the capital of Laos today. Vientiane has a laid-back vibe with stunning temples and great markets. See the golden Pha That Luang stupa, and the ornately carved Patuxai gateway, and visit the COPE Centre, a charity that provides prosthetic limbs and rehab to victims of unexploded bombs.
Day 13: Fly to Phnom Penh
Take the short flight to Phnom Penh today where we'll learn about Cambodia's tragic past under the Khmer Rouge with a visit to the Killing Fields & Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. Tonight, raise a glass to the past in some of the city's lively bars.
Day 14: Fly to Siem Reap
We'll take another included flight to Siem Reap today. So much more than just the gateway to Angkor Wat, Siem Reap has a creative cultural scene and lively bars and restaurants. Cool off in the hotel's saltwater pool, before heading out for dinner and drinks on the aptly named Pub Street.
Day 15: Angkor Wat Sunrise
It doesn't get more bucket list than watching sunrise at Angkor Wat - we've got goose bumps just thinking about it. Take a pool break at the hotel before heading back to Angkor Thom and jungle smothered Ta Prohm. Then visit an amazing community restaurant run by former street children.
Day 16: Fly to Ho Chi Minh City
Hop on another flight to the former Saigon. Get straight out onto the dizzying streets, thronged with mopeds, street-food stalls, and busy markets. Grab a coriander stuffed banh mi and an ice-cold bia hoi, pick up some souvenirs in Ben Thanh Market, or check out the Notre Dame Cathedral.
Day 17: Mekong River Delta
Slow it down today as we head into the Mekong Delta in a traditional boat. All life here revolves around the winding network of rivers and canals. We'll visit a floating market and a rice paper factory before a night in an authentic homestay with music, rice whiskey, and home-cooked food.
Day 18: Cu Chi Tunnels
We'll make our way back to Ho Chi Minh City today, stopping to see the Cu Chi Tunnels, where the Viet Cong took shelter, transported goods, and launched attacks. It's an amazing insight into the resilience and ingenuity of the Vietnamese people.
Day 19: Fly to Nha Trang
After a tour of Ho Chi Minh City's historic highlights, including the fascinating War Remnants Museum, we'll take the short flight to the picturesque beach resort of Nha Trang. Relax on the golden sands, swim in the stunning turquoise bay, or book a relaxing mud bath and hot spring experience.
Day 20: Beach Day
We've got a full day of sun-soaked fun in Nha Trang. Top up the tan on the beach, join our optional island boat trip, or spoil yourself with a luxurious massage. After dark, Nha Trang has everything from hippie bars to glitzy cocktail joints, so take your pick.
Day 21: Fly to Hoi An
Take another flight to Danang, and a short drive to the historic canal town of Hoi An. Ride through the dreamy Old Quarter, with its Chinese shop houses and faded yellow buildings on bikes, stopping at one of the town's famous tailors. Tonight, get sizzling at an optional Vietnamese cooking class.
Day 22: Hoi An Free Time
Today's yours to explore the town's incense-scented temples, riverside cafes, and markets. Pick up some tailor-made clothes, check out the Japanese Bridge, shop for handicrafts, or take a tour of the Marble Mountains. After dark, walk the waterfront, lit up with colourful Chinese lanterns.
Day 23: Hue's Imperial City
We're travelling to Hue today, via one of the most jaw-dropping stretches of road in the world - the Hai Van Pass. In Hue, we'll explore the crumbling grandeur of the Imperial Citadel, learn about the tragic Buddhist massacre at Thien Mu Pagoda, and take a cyclo-ride through the teeming city streets.
Day 24: Fly to Hanoi
We're high in the sky again today as we fly to Vietnam's atmospheric capital. Lose yourself in the maze-like 36 Streets, check out the colonial architecture, sip egg coffee and explore the halls of the Temple of Literature. Tonight, why not watch one of the quirky shows at the Water Puppet Theatre?
Day 25: Ha Long Bay Cruise
Board our traditional junk boat and cruise into the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay. Stretch out on powder white sand on Ti Top Island, swim in the crystal water, kayak round jungle topped karsts, and enjoy a seafood dinner under the stars before being rocked to sleep by the waves.
Day 26: Sung Sot Caves
Start the day with a swim before a leisurely breakfast on deck, then head underground into Sung Sot Caves where we'll marvel at the otherworldly rock shapes. Make the most of your last bit of time on the Bay before heading back to Hanoi for a final farewell dinner with the group.
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Most expensive: £925 December, 2023
Extra information
Arrive in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) on day 1 of your tour or earlier and make your way to our starting accommodation in the heart of the city. Taxi is the easiest way to make the transfer and takes around 30-60 minutes, depending on traffic.
Your amazing trip ends in Hanoi after breakfast on day 27. If you’re heading home, it’s easy to arrange the 45-minute taxi transfer to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), and your tour guide can help with this.
The average group size is 24.
The trip is designed for travellers aged 18-35.
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