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Day 1: Luang Prabang (arrival)
Welcome you to the airport in Luang Prabang. Our driver welcomes and transfers you to hotel. Enjoy your free time in the city.
- Overnight at hotel in Luang Prabang
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Day 2: Luang Prabang (Pak Ou caves)
Morning, Take boat trip on Mekong river, visit very famous Pak Ou Buddha Caves which sit amongst the limestone cliffs where the Mekong and Nam Ou rivers meet.
Afternoon, visit village of Ban Xang Hai which has for centuries made the clay jars which are used to ferment Lao wine.
- Overnight at hotel in Luang Prabang
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Day 3: Luang Prabang (Kuang Si waterfall)
Morning, we drive to Living Land Lao Organic Farm at Ban Phong Van village. Learn and experience the real activities and life of a Lao farmer.
Afternoon, we drive to the beautiful Kuang Si Waterfall where you can splash around in the pools or walk along the forest paths. Before coming back to Luang Prabang, we still have time to visit Kuang Si Falls Butterflies Park, newly opened January 2014, it is now one of the must-see spots in Luang Prabang. We return to the city.
- Overnight at hotel in Luang Prabang
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Day 4: Luang Prabang → Hanoi
Breakfast at hotel. Spend your leisure time until the transfer to airport for flight to Ha Noi. Pick up at the airport then transfer to hotel for staying.
- Overnight at hotel in Hanoi.
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Day 5: Hanoi → Halong bay
Morning, enjoy breakfast at hotel and depart for Halong Bay at approximately 8:00am.
Upon arrival in Halong Bay, we will board the vessel and partake in a delectable lunch. During the meal, we will cruise through thousands of stunning islands and islets. Following lunch, you may freshen up in your room before embarking on a visit to the Surprising Cave, kayaking, swimming, and other activities. Later, return to the vessel, get a drink and enjoy the picturesque sunset scenery in the bay
- Overnight on boat in Halong
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Day 6: Halong bay → Hanoi
In the morning, breakfast will be served on board. We will then proceed to cruise to a Pearl Farm village and continue exploring the enchanting Halong Bay, navigating through numerous captivating islands and islets.
During lunch on board, we will make our way back to the pier before transferring back to Hanoi.
- Overnight at hotel in Hanoi.
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Day 7: Hanoi (city tour) → Hue
Explore the Temple of Literature, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and discover the rich history of Vietnam’s first university. Walk around the picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake, and visit the Ngoc Son Temple, perched on an island in the lake. Continue your exploration at the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, which showcases the diverse ethnic groups of Vietnam through fascinating exhibits and artifacts.
Get dropped off at the hotel. Free time in Hanoi until we transfer you to the airport at for flight to Hue. Once arrived at the airport, you’ll be taken to hotel for your stay.
- Overnight at hotel in Hue
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Day 8: Hue (city tour) → Hoian
Hue city tour. Get a boat trip to Thien Mu Pagoda. We then continue our visit at the Citadel & Hue Royal Antiques museum. Visit Dong Ba Market and have lunch at a nearby restaurant.
After lunch, visit tomb of King “Minh Mang” and Tomb of King “Khai Dinh”. Proceed our tour at a nearby village where people making incense stick and conical hat. After that, we transfer you to Hoi An, it takes around 3 hours driving.
- Overnight at hotel in Hoi An
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Day 9: Hoi An (My Son Sanctuary)
Morning breakfast at hotel. Today, we start the tour by visiting My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Afternoon, visit Hoi An town on foot: Hoi An’s Colorful Local Market, Old House of Tan Ky, Fu Jian Assembly Hall, and the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge.
- Overnight at hotel in Hoi An
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Day 10: Hoian → Ho Chi Minh
Morning, breakfast at hotel. Your leisure time until we transfer you to airport for flight to Ho Chi Minh.
Rest of the day is your leisure time to discover the city on your own.
- Overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh
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Day 11: Ho Chi Minh (Cu Chi & city tour)
Morning, we explore the Re-Unification Palace, which was the home and workplace of the president of South Vietnam during the Vietnam War, and played a pivotal role in the war’s end. Visit the Notre Dame Cathedral, a stunning example of French colonial architecture, and learn about its unique history. Continue your tour at the War Remnants Museum, which provides a thought-provoking look into the harsh realities of the Vietnam War.
Afternoon, we leave the city and drive 60km to Cu Chi, where you can delve into the intricate system of tunnels and explore the Cu Chi Tunnel, an impressive feat of engineering that played a significant role in the Vietnam War. Afterwards, enjoy tea, cassava (guerrilla’s food during the war). Once the tour is complete, we will make our way back to the city.
- Overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh
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Day 12: Ho Chi Minh → Mekong Delta
Following breakfast at the hotel, we will depart from Ho Chi Minh and head towards Ben Tre. Our journey will include a boat trip along the Mekong River, during which we will visit a family-run business that exemplifies the idyllic rural lifestyle. We will also have the opportunity to stroll through the fruit plantation village.
Proceed to Can Tho
- Overnight at hotel in Can Tho
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Day 13: Mekong Delta → Ho Chi Minh
Take a leisurely boat trip to explore the picturesque tributaries of the Lower Mekong river (Bassac River), then proceed to Cai Rang floating market, which are the liveliest in the whole religion. Have you ever tasted Vietnamese vermicelli soup? Well, now go and see how it is made. Then wander around the village and meet the friendly local people. Stop for lunch. Be back to Ho Chi Minh city.
- Overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh
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Day 14: Ho Chi Minh → Yangon
Morning, your breakfast at hotel. Your leisure time until we transfer you to airport for flight to Yangon (transit flight via Bangkok).
- Overnight in Yangon
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Day 15: Yangon → Mandalay (by flight 06:00 – 07:05) → sight seeing
Breakfast at hotel, transfer to Yangon airport for flight to Mandalay, we will drive directly to Amarapura to visit the U Bein Bridge, a world-famous teak wood bridge that has stood for more two centuries, stretching 1.2 km across Taungthaman Lake.
Explore the Mahagandayon Monastery, to observe the monk’s school and the morning lunch process.
Additionally, experience a traditional silk weaving workshop in Amarapura.
In the afternoon, our exploration of Mandalay will include Mahamuni Pagoda, the most impressive Buddha image in Myanmar, surrounded by beautiful architecture. We will also visit a Gold leaf beating workshop, Royal Mandalay Palace, Shwenandaw Monastery known as the “Golden Palace Monastery” for its finest Myanmar wooden architecture, and Kuthodaw Pagoda, surrounded by 729 inscribed marble slabs, famously known as “the world’s largest book”. Finally, enjoy the sunset view from Mandalay Hill.
- Overnight in Mandalay.
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Day 16: Mandalay – Bagan (By Private Car, 5 hrs driving about 250km)
After breakfast, drive to Bagan. En route, make a stop at a local small factory to observe the production of palm sugar and alcohol refinery, where you can witness how Jaggery is made. Then, continue your journey to Mount Popa. It is an extinct volcano rising 1518 meters (4981 feet) above sea level, nestled amid picturesque hills and forests. The Popa Taungkalat Shrine houses 37 Mahagiri Nats, or spirits, with statues depicting them at the shrine’s base. From the top of Taung Kalat, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the ancient city of Bagan.
In the late afternoon, proceed with the drive to Bagan.
- Overnight in Bagan.
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Day 17: Bagan sight-seeing
Breakfast at hotel, directly drive to visit begin the day by exploring the colorful Nyaung U market and some of Bagan’s most famous pagodas and temples, including Shwezigon Pagoda. Although King Anawyahta built the first pagoda in Bagan in the 11th century, the most beautiful pagoda among the 2200 in Bagan is the Shwezigon Pagoda. Continue the tour with visits to the Htilominlo Temple and Gubaukgyi (Wet Kyi Inn) Temple, a 13th-century cave temple with fascinating frescoes depicting scenes from the Jataka tales.
In the afternoon, visit a Lacquerware home cottage, to study how to create the traditional method of generation by generation. Afterward, explore more pagodas around Bagan, including the Ananda Temple, renowned for its exquisite standing Buddha images from the 12th century. Continue to see the highest Thetbyinnyu Temple, the massive Dhamayangyi Temple, famous of its interlocking mortar thickest brickwork.
Late in the afternoon, relax and enjoy sunset in Bagan with its beautiful scenery.
- Overnight in Bagan.
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Day 18: E bike/ Horse cart ride & sunset boat
After breakfast this morning, continue exploring Bagan by either taking a horse cart or an E-bike ride.
In the evening, enjoy the sunset over the tranquil Ayeyarwaddy River and overnight in Bagan.
- Overnight in Bagan.
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Day 19: Bagan → Yangon
Today, the sightseeing tour begins with a visit to the old colonial-style city center, including City Hall, Mahabandoola Park with the Independence Monument, Pansodan Street, and Yangon Jetty by Car.
Next, we proceed to Bogyoke Aung San (Scott) Market, (closed every Monday & Public holiday) famous for its shops offering souvenir, handicrafts, luxury item, foot wares, clothing, jewelary, food stuff and paintings.
In the afternoon, the tour continues with a visit Chaukhtatgyi Pagoda, home to a colossal reclining Buddha. We then explore Karaweik Hall (Royal barge) on the Royal lake and Kandawgyi Park for relaxation and photo opportunities. The final highlight of the day is the world-famous Shwedagon Pagoda. Witness the golden dome illuminated by the sunshine before sunset.
- Overnight in Yangon
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Day 20: Yangon → departure
After breakfast, you’ll have free time for shopping and exploring on your own until it’s time to transfer to Yangon International Airport for your departure.
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