Laos to Vietnam - 16 Days

Destinations: Ho Chi Minh City, Vientiane

Trip overview

The trip Laos To Vietnam - 16 Days starts from Vientiane and ends in Ho Chi Minh City. This is a city sightseeing tour that takes 16 days taking you through Vientiane, Vientiane, Hue, Ho Chi Minh City and 5 other destinations in Vietnam and Laos. This is a guided group trip that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

Head north through laid back Laos and into vibrant Vietnam. Discover stunning Halong Bay, charming Hoi An and beautiful Ho Chi Minh City on this wonderful 16 day tour.

Vientiane – explore the highlights of Laos’ capital including iconic Pha That Luang and the Patuxay monument
Vang Vieng – browse the colourful Thalat Market, explore the lush countryside and visit the eerie Tham Jang Caves
Luang Prabang – take a vintage tuktuk tour of the old quarter to visit the bustling Morning Market and magnificent Wat Xiengthong
Khouangsi Waterfall – swim in the crystal pools beneath the waterfall and meet friendly local minorities in nearby villages

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Trip Inclusion

3 stars hotels based on twin/double sharing
Meals as specified on the program
Travel in appropriate air-conditioned vehicles with experienced drivers.
Domestic Air ticket, economy class.
The services of experienced English-speaking local guides.
All entrance fees, visits, boat trip and activities mentioned on the program.
VAT and other taxes.

Trip Exclusions

Deluxe accommodation choices also available upon request.
Single supplement
International flight tickets or visas.
Beverages, gratuities and personal expenses.
Personal travel insurance.
Supplements on peak day like Xmas, New Year and public holiday

Thing To Carry

Track pants and cotton T-shirt
Extra pair of clothes
Sunscreen/cap
Rain coat/Poncho in monsoons
Moov spray, dettol solution or salt to avoid leeches

Cancellation Policy

More than 30 days prior: free cancellation
From 7 to 30 days prior: 50% of total rates.
Less than 7 days prior: 100% of total rates.
No-Show: 100% of total rates.

Confirmation Policy

The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking
In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email.
Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking and a full refund will be processed.

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Tour itinerary

Day 1: Vientiane (B)

Sunday. Arrival in Laos. Included transfer from airport and overnight stay in Vientiane.

Day 2: Vientiane City Tour (B)

Tour of the capital city, including the Wat Si Saket and Haw Pha Kaeo temples, Pha That Luang and Patuxay monuments, Buddha Park, and COPE Centre. Sunset dinner by the Mekong River.

Day 3: Vang Vieng (B)

Vientiane - Vang Vieng. Early departure north to Vang Vieng, stopping at the Ban Keun salt plant, a local Lao village, Thalat market, and the Vang Xang archaeological site. Free time to explore Vang Vieng.

Day 4: Tham Jang Cave, Ban Huai Ngai Village (B)

Vang Vieng - Luang Prabang. We explore the famous Tham Jang caves and Ban Huai Ngai village before travelling further north to Luang Prabang.

Day 5: Luang Prabang (B)

Rise early to view the daily ritual of monks collecting alms, then enjoy a sightseeing tour of Luang Prabang. In the afternoon we stop at ethnic minority villages before arriving at the beautiful Khouangsi waterfall.

Day 6: Hanoi (B)

Luang Prabang - Hanoi. Visit a local rice farm on the morning of day 6. After lunch, we cruise up the Mekong River, visiting the Pak Ou caves before returning to Luang Prabang. Evening flight to Hanoi. Day 7 is free for you to explore the capital city.

Day 7: Hanoi (B)

Day 8: Halong Bay (B)

Hanoi – Halong Bay. This morning drive to beautiful Halong Bay. Boarding a deluxe junk boat we cruise the emerald waters and visit the spectacular Trinh Nu Cave. Tonight, there's a Vietnamese cooking demonstration and tasty seafood dinner on board.

Day 9: Halong Bay (B)

Halong Bay - Hanoi - Hue. Start the day with a Tai Chi class on the sundeck before exploring the beautiful Sung Sot Cave. Travelling back to Hanoi we embark on a guided cyclo tour of the French Quarter, followed by a walking tour of the Old Quarter. Later, board overnight sleeper train to Hue.

Day 10: Hue (B)

Breakfast onboard the train. After arrival and hotel check-in at Hue, we tour the city's Thien Mu Pagoda, ancient citadel, and the countryside Royal Tombs. As the sun sets, cruise along the Perfume River, or enjoy some retail therapy at the Dong Ba Market.

Day 11: Hoi An (B)

Hue - Road of the Ocean Clouds - Hoi An. We take the scenic Hai Van Pass (Road of the Ocean Clouds) to the port of Hoi An, stopping for a stroll along China Beach. Enjoy a short afternoon walking tour of the historic old town.

Day 12: Hoi An (B)

We take a leisurely bicycle ride to the rural village of Tra Que, where we’ll assist with tending the fields and cooking lunch.

Day 13: Hoi An (B)

Free day in Hoi An. Optional excursions to My Son or the My Lai Memorial.

Day 14: Can Tho (B)

Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh City - Can Tho. Early morning flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Drive to the Mekong Delta. Taking our sampan from Cai Be we cruise downstream to Can Tho through the maze of waterways, watching the hubbub of daily life on the river and enjoying short stops at some of the local cottage industries.

Day 15: Ho Chi Minh City (B)

Can Tho - Ho Chi Minh City. Early today we visit the lively Cai Rang floating market before departing for Ho Chi Minh City. Our walking tour of Ho Chi Minh City we'll see the Notre Dame Cathedral, Old Post Office, and visit the sobering War Remnants Museum. Evening at leisure.

Day 16: Ho Chi Minh City (B)

Monday. Free time in Ho Chi Minh City until included departure transfer to airport.

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