2025
19-Day Kingdoms
of Southeast Asia
Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, and Thailand
19-Day Guided Tour
March 27 — April 14, 2025
• 19 Days • 31 Meals
Dig into an ancient and mysterious world of rural landscapes, hustling and bustling cities, and fascinating history in Southeast Asia. This trip is sure to engage all of your senses!
From Hoan Kiem Lake, the Hoa Lo prison, to a street food adventure through Hanoi, Vietnam’s balance of peace, modernism and prosperity will engage your thoughts. While on a charming junk boat, you will bask in the serenity of Ha Long Bay. Find inspiration at Cambodia’s Angkor Wat temple, the world’s largest religious structure. A local Laotian family welcomes you into their home for dinner. Explore the hundreds of Buddhas found in the Pak Ou caves. This is an incomparable mosaic of culture and history that unfolds within a blink of the eye.
ITINERARY
Day 1
OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
Set out on a journey that reveals the best of Southeast Asia. From the villages of Vietnam and the temples of Cambodia to the friendly locals of Laos and the lively energy of Thailand, embark on an unforgettable cultural adventure. Start your journey in Vietnam – where lush valleys and verdant fields create a beautiful country with a long and rich history.
Day 2
HANOI, VIETNAM - TOUR BEGINS
Your tour opens in Hanoi. Layers of the city’s complex past can be found interwoven into its modern culture. Known for its French colonial architecture, tree-lined streets, and vibrant street food scene, Hanoi is Vietnam’s dynamic capital and second most populous city.
Hotel: Mercure La Gare Hanoi, Hanoi
Day 3
HANOI
Start your morning with a city tour of Hanoi and the Old Quarter. Visit Ba Dinh Square and the Temple of Literature. Follow the meandering streets, decorated with temples and pagodas, and feast on the history before you. After working up an appetite, enjoy a walking food tour featuring some of Vietnam’s most famous dishes such as banh mi and pho. Enjoy coffee and views of Hoan Kiem Lake – the “Lake of the Restored Sword” – at a rooftop café. Later this evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
Hotel: Mercure La Gare Hanoi, Hanoi
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Breakfast
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Lunch
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Dinner
Day 4
HANOI
Today you may choose to start your day early by joining your Tour Manager and locals as they practice tai chi at a local park. After, visit the infamous Hoa Lo Prison. This historic site, dubbed the “Hanoi Hilton” by American POWs, is now a museum that tells the story of colonial history from the Vietnamese perspective. Following your visit, sit down with a local veteran from the Vietnam War to chat and connect with him as he recounts his history. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy as you see fit. You may choose to join an optional tour to see the famous water puppets of Hanoi followed by dinner.
Hotel: Mercure La Gare Hanoi, Hanoi
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Breakfast
Day 5
HANOI - HA LONG BAY
Journey to Ha Long Bay and board a charming junk boat for an overnight cruise - the perfect vantage point for soaking up the landscape. Once on board, enjoy fresh seafood as you sail past vistas of low green mountains, small villages, hundreds of islands, and limestone peaks jutting out from the sea. Disembark to discover the wonders of nature, history, and archaeology. Back on board, sit back and relax as the sounds and peaceful sway of the boat lull you to sleep.
Hotel: Bhaya Classic Halong Bay , Halong
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Day 6
HA LONG BAY - HANOI - DA NANG - HOI AN
Your day begins with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck at sunrise. After a light breakfast we head off to visit Sung Sot cave, one of the many limestone grottos accessible by boat in the UNESCO World Natural Heritage that is Halong Bay. It is time to say farewell to this stunning natural wonder and cruise back to the mainland. Fly to Da Nang and travel to Hoi An (UNESCO), an ancient trading port.
Hotel: Little Oasis Hotel & Spa , Hoi An
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Dinner
Day 7
HOI AN
Explore the flavors of Hoi An. Board a basket boat and journey along the Co Co River for an immersive cooking class. Learn how to catch seafood in the river and grind rice into flour. Use your ingredients to cook four classic dishes which you’ll enjoy for lunch. Later, on a walking tour of the old town, stroll by the ornate Chinese-style temple Phuc Kien Assembly Hall and a 400-year-old Japanese covered bridge. End at the vibrant market on the banks of the Thu Bon.
Hotel: Little Oasis Hotel & Spa , Hoi An
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Day 8
HOI AN
Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore the magic of Hoi An. Walk along the canals that cut through Ancient Town on your own, uncovering a preserved history interwoven into the modern way of life. Perhaps you’ll visit an art gallery, wander through a cultural museum, or go shopping for the perfect souvenir.
Hotel: Little Oasis Hotel & Spa , Hoi An
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Breakfast
Day 9
HOI AN - HO CHI MINH CITY
Leave Hoi An and fly to Ho Chi Minh City, the energetic urban capital formerly known as Saigon. On an eye-opening city tour, you’ll see the Post Office, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Reunification Palace. Head over to explore treasures from local vendors on display at the Old Market in District 1.
Hotel: Novotel Saigon Centre, Ho Chi Minh
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Breakfast
Saigon's Notre Dame Cathedral will be viewed from the exterior.
Day 10
HO CHI MINH CITY - MEKONG DELTA - HO CHI MINH CITY
Take to the waters of the famous Mekong Delta. As you sail along, your guide will delve into the history and culture of the region. Discover the region’s cottage industry with a visit to a coconut candy factory and learn how this confection is made. Enjoy lunch featuring southern Vietnamese cuisine before traveling back to Ho Chi Minh City.
Hotel: Novotel Saigon Centre, Ho Chi Minh
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Day 11
HO CHI MINH CITY
Spend your morning at the Cu Chi Tunnels, a maze of underground passageways used as hideouts by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure in metropolitan Ho Chi Minh City before your dinner at a local restaurant.
Hotel: Novotel Saigon Centre, Ho Chi Minh
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Lunch
Day 12
HO CHI MINH CITY - SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA
This afternoon, board your flight to Siem Reap, Cambodia’s gateway to the wonders of Angkor. In this ancient city, you’ll discover a world where colonial and Chinese architecture melds into a sophisticated urban and culinary scene. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant accompanied by a traditional Khmer dance performance.
Hotel: Tara Angkor Hotel , Siem Reap
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Dinner
Day 13
SIEM REAP - ANGKOR WAT - SIEM REAP
Depart for a sunrise at Angkor Wat, a perfect example of classic Khmer architecture. Enter its eastern gate and exit to the west, watching the sunlight dance along stones. Later, visit Ta Prohm, a sprawling monastic complex that is overgrown with jungle. At Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Khmers, visit the Terrace of the Leper King and the temples of Baphuon and Bayon, 11th- and 12th-century masterpieces at the center of the city.
Hotel: Tara Angkor Hotel , Siem Reap
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Breakfast
Day 14
SIEM REAP - PREAH DAK - SIEM REAP
Start your day with an impact moment experience at the Visitor Center of APOPO, where “hero rats” are trained to navigate minefields and save lives. Learn about the country’s history with war and meet the professional rats at a demonstration. Then travel to the village of Preah Dak to learn about daily life and see how Nom Banh Jok (rice noodles) are created. Get a peek into the local culture at the palm sugar market, where tree sap is gathered and cooked for sugar. Make your way to Les Chantiers Ecoles, where local apprentices are trained in fine arts, and peruse the different workshops of sculpture, carving, and more. You may choose to end your day with a visit to Phare, the Cambodian Circus.
Hotel: Tara Angkor Hotel , Siem Reap
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Lunch
Day 15
SIEM REAP - LUANG PRABANG, LAOS
Board a flight to Luang Prabang, the spiritual capital of Laos. Get acquainted with the city with your guide. Then, it’s your choice! Venture into the lively outdoor markets at night -OR- return to the hotel for an evening at leisure.
Hotel: Souphattra Hotel Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang
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Day 16
LUANG PRABANG
Hop into a tuk tuk with a guide and make your way to the city center, including a visit to the National Museum – the former Royal Palace. Continue to Wat Xieng Thong monastery, decorated in eye-catching gold. Meander along the Nam Khan River to Wat Khili, highlighting the local culture and history. After lunch, cruise to the Pak Ou Caves, shrouded in mystery and home to thousands of Buddha statues. End your day with a home-hosted dinner and traditional Baci ceremony – celebrating a significant event in someone’s life.
Hotel: Souphattra Hotel Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang
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Dinner
Day 17
LUANG PRABANG - BAN LONG LAO - LUANG PRABANG
You may choose to rise early and begin your day with a traditional alms offering to local monks. After breakfast back at the hotel, journey to a traditional Hmong hill tribe village in Ban Long Lao and learn about this ethnic group and their way of life. Set out on an easy hike through lush jungle and panoramic mountain scenery to the incredible Kuang Si Waterfall. Return to Luang Prabang and lunch in a local restaurant. This afternoon you may choose to join an optional tour to visit with Laotian weavers.
Hotel: Souphattra Hotel Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang
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Lunch
If you would prefer not to hike to the Kuang Si Waterfall, a vehicle is available to bring you to the falls.
Day 18
LUANG PRABANG - BANGKOK, THAILAND
Board your flight to Bangkok, the capital of Thailand. A feast for the senses, this bustling city on the banks of the Chao Phraya River blends cosmopolitan sophistication with a strong sense of history and tradition. Tonight, join your fellow travelers and toast to the end of your adventure on a Klong dinner cruise.
Hotel: Souphattra Hotel Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang
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Dinner
Day 19
BANGKOK - TOUR ENDS
Return home with memories of your travels through the kingdoms of Southeast Asia.
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Breakfast
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCES
Explore Hanoi’s historic Old Quarter on an exciting walking tour.
See the Cu Chi Tunnels, a maze of underground passageways used by the Viet Cong.
Visit with a Vietnam war veteran and learn about the war from his perspective.
PRICING
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Double - $6,699 per person
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Single - $7,349 per person
* Included in Price:
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Round Trip Air from Little Rock Regional Airport
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Inter-flights from Hanoi, Inter-flights from Ho Chi Minh
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Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers
* Not Included in Price:
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Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $549 per person
PLEASE NOTE:
The overall activity level of this tour is a level 3. This means you’re an on-the-go traveler. You don’t want to miss a thing, so walking and standing for longer periods of time (2-3 hours) isn’t a big deal. A moderately paced two-and-a-half-hour walking tour, covering several miles, hills, and uneven surfaces, is no problem for you. Walking four miles over the course of a day is very doable, as is climbing into and out of various modes of transportation (tuk-tuk, cable car, zodiac, etc.). You can climb three flights of stairs easily and handle altitudes between 6,000 and 9,000 feet. Expect some longer days with early mornings or late nights balanced with free time to recharge or set out on your own adventure. This level is not a fit for travelers who require mobility assistance devices.
AVAILABLE OPTIONS
EXTEND YOUR VACATION WITH
Rate: $699.00 USD per person, double, land only
6 Meals: 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches
PLEASE NOTE:
The overall activity level of this extension is a level 3. This means walking and standing for longer periods of time (2-3 hours) isn’t a big deal for you. You can navigate hills and uneven ground, climb into various modes of transportation (tuk-tuk, cable car, zodiac, etc.), and could possibly anticipate changes in elevation. Walking four miles over the course of a day is very doable as is climbing 3 flights of stairs. You can handle altitudes between 6,000 and 9,000 feet. You can expect some longer days balanced with free time. This level is not a fit for travelers that require mobility assistance devices.
Fully-guided extensions are perfect for travelers who want the complete experience of a new destination and local experiences. Travelers will have a dedicated guide throughout this entire extension.
We reserve the right to cancel this extension if a minimum of 4 passengers is not met to operate.
Extensions are subject to availability and applicable charges at time of request.
If you require any special assistance while on tour, please make us aware at time of reservation so the necessary request form can be sent to your attention.
Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Single rate subject to change based on availability.
For air-inclusive reservations, the name provided at time of booking must match your government-issued ID that will be used during travel. Name changes are subject to penalties.
