Accommodation

Rooms with private bath or shower

Transport

Touring by private, air-conditioned motorcoach. Free Wi-Fi (where available)

Others

Includes hotel taxes, tips and service charges

Meals

19breakfasts, 9 lunches, 0 dinners

Guide

Guide is included

Not included:

Others

Other activities and services are not included

Flights

International flights are not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Insurance

Travel Insurance is not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive In Singapore
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive In Singapore

Welcome to Singapore! Your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.
Day 2 Day 2: Singapore
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Singapore

Sightseeing with your Local Guide introduces you to Singapore’s highlights. Start with a visit to the Gardens by the Bay, a showpiece of horticulture and garden artistry. The gardens house flora from five continents and award-winning architecture design as well. Walk through the vibrant Chinatown district with its colorful temples, European influenced buildings, and local shops. Your tour ends at Marina Bay, where you will ascend to the Sands Skypark’s gravity-defying rooftop for stunning views over the city. (B,L)
Day 3 Day 3: Singapore
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Singapore

Enjoy a full day at your leisure. (B)
Day 4 Day 4: Singapore-Hanoi, Vietnam
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Singapore-Hanoi, Vietnam

Today, fly to Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam and one of southeast Asia’s most engaging cities. (B)
Day 5 Day 5: Hanoi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Hanoi

Today’s included sightseeing tour takes you to many of the city’s highlights, including the Temple of Literature, a peaceful series of walled courtyards and gateways, and One Pillar Pagoda, designed to resemble a lotus blossom. You will also see Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house, Hoan Kiem Lake, and the fascinating network of alleyways and shop houses that make up the Old Quarter. Enjoy lunch at Koto, a non-profit restaurant and hospitality program created to teach local children restaurant skills for stable employment opportunities. No strings attached, but we recommend this evening’s optional performance of Hanoi’s famed water puppets. (B,L)
Day 6 Day 6: Hanoi–Ha Long Bay
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Hanoi–Ha Long Bay

Drive to Ha Long Bay, one of Vietnam’s most scenic destinations, and board your afternoon cruise through the stunning bay. Enjoy lunch on board as you sail through the dramatic limestone islands, then explore the Sung Sot (Surprising Cave) and visit Titov Island. (B,L)
Day 7 Day 7: Ha Long Bay–Hoi An
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Ha Long Bay–Hoi An

Drive to Hanoi and board a flight to Danang on Vietnam’s central coast. On arrival, transfer to nearby Hoi An, Vietnam’s active trading center. The well-preserved architecture here reflects the influence of Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, French, and British traders. (B)
Day 8 Day 8: Hoi An
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Hoi An

Start today with a walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town including an old merchant house, the Hoi An Museum, a Chinese assembly Hall, and the Japanese Covered Bridge. For lunch, sample Cao Lao noodles, Hoi An’s most famous dish. The smoked, chewy noodles have a distinctive taste and are unique to Hoi An. Afterwards, take a cruise on the Thu Bon River, passing unspoiled countryside before visiting with a local farmer to learn about life on the river. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (B,L)
Day 9 Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City–Siem Reap, Cambodia
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City–Siem Reap, Cambodia

Today, fly to Siem Reap, which will act as your base during your visit to Angkor, considered by many to be the most spectacular architectural ruins on Earth! (B)
Day 10 Day 10: Siem Reap
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Siem Reap

Today, visit nearby Angkor, the ancient Khmer capital. Start your exploration at the best preserved and most famous of all the temples, Angkor Wat, dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. Featuring five trademark towers and stunning bas-reliefs, it has become a symbol of Cambodia. Next stop is Angkor Thom to see the Bayon Temple. One of the few Buddhist temples in Angkor, it features more than 200 striking faces carved in 54 towers and impressive bas-reliefs. The rest of the day is at leisure. (B,L)
Day 11 Day 11: Siem Reap
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Siem Reap

This morning, visit Banteay Srei, a unique temple dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva built on a small scale from red sandstone, which can be carved like wood. Unlike the other temples, Ta Prohm has been left relatively untouched and is surrounded by jungle, with tree roots growing over and through the ruin walls. Experience the temple with the same wonder as the early explorers who discovered it. Visit a local school to interact with the children and help them practice their English. This afternoon and evening are at your leisure. Ever wanted to run off and join the circus? Here’s your chance with an optional performance of Phare Cambodian circus. (B)
Day 12 Day 12: Siem Reap-Luang Prabang, Laos
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Siem Reap-Luang Prabang, Laos

Fly to beautiful Luang Prabang. (B)
Day 13 Day 13: Luang Prabang
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Luang Prabang

Today, enjoy a full day of sightseeing in this UNESCO World Heritage city. Begin your morning by ascending Mount Phousi for beautiful views over the city and Mekong River. Visit Wat Xieng Thong, often thought to be the most beautiful wat, or monastery, in the city. Journey through scenic Laotian countryside to Kuang Si Waterfalls, where the water cascades into a series of turquoise pools. Return to your hotel where your evening is at leisure. (B,L)
Day 14 Day 14: Luang Prabang
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Luang Prabang

Visit Pak Ou Cave, home to many thousands of Buddha images that have been placed by local residents since the 16th century. Cruise the Mekong through stunning mountainous scenery and float past traditional villages lining the riverbanks. A small fishing village welcomes you with a special Baci ceremony, aiming to bring you good luck. (B,L)
Day 15 Day 15: Luang Prabang–Chiang Mai, Thailand
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Luang Prabang–Chiang Mai, Thailand

Today, fly to the Thai mountain town of Chiang Mai, the “Rose of the North.” (B)
Day 16 Day 16: Chiang Mai
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 16: Chiang Mai

This morning, visit the revered Buddha statue at Wat Phra Singh and Wat Doi Suthep, a temple tucked away in the mountains. For the final ascent to the temple, you can take a tram car or walk up the Naga (dragon-headed serpent) staircase, with more than 300 steps. The afternoon is free for you to enjoy this dynamic city. Things get spicy with mouth-watering northern Thailand dishes at an optional Kantoke dinner and performance by local hill tribe dancers. (B)
Day 17 Day 17: Chiang Mai–Elephant Sanctuary Excursion
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 17: Chiang Mai–Elephant Sanctuary Excursion

This morning, travel out of the city to visit Elephant Nature Park, established in the 1990’s to provide a sanctuary for rescued and orphaned elephants. You will hear the personal stories of the elephants and see how they became a proud herd and free from abuse for the first time in their lives. Watch these majestic animals thrive in the natural surroundings within the rehabilitation center. In addition to elephants, tree planting and providing a safe home for other rescue animals are continuous projects at the park. (B,L)
Day 18 Day 18: Chiang Mai-Bangkok
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 18: Chiang Mai-Bangkok

Today, fly to Bangkok, Thailand’s capital city. (B)
Day 19 Day 19: Bangkok
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 19: Bangkok

An exciting full day of sightseeing is ahead. Take in the city’s principal landmarks such as the splendid Temple of the Golden Buddha and the spectacular Temple of the Reclining Buddha, the oldest and largest Buddhist temple in Bangkok. You will also visit the gleaming Grand Palace, Thailand’s most sacred monument, and the spectacular Temple of the Emerald Buddha. After lunch at a local restaurant, cruise along the Chao Phraya River by long tail boat. The city’s network of canals (“klongs”) evokes Bangkok as the “Venice of the East.” Stop at the Temple of Dawn on the return journey. (B,L)
Day 20 Day 20: Bangkok
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 20: Bangkok

Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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Highlights Of Southeast Asia With Singapore

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Itinerary of your trip Highlights Of Southeast Asia With Singapore

Day 1: Arrive In Singapore

Day 2: Singapore

Day 3: Singapore

Day 4: Singapore-Hanoi, Vietnam

Day 5: Hanoi

Day 6: Hanoi–Ha Long Bay

Day 7: Ha Long Bay–Hoi An

Day 8: Hoi An

Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City–Siem Reap, Cambodia

Day 10: Siem Reap

Day 11: Siem Reap

Day 12: Siem Reap-Luang Prabang, Laos

Day 13: Luang Prabang

Day 14: Luang Prabang

Day 15: Luang Prabang–Chiang Mai, Thailand

Day 16: Chiang Mai

Day 17: Chiang Mai–Elephant Sanctuary Excursion

Day 18: Chiang Mai-Bangkok

Day 19: Bangkok

Day 20: Bangkok

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