Holiday in Vietnam & Thailand – 18 Days

Vietnam Women Travel – Premium Private Tours Led by Women

Route

Hanoi → Halong Bay → Hue → Hoi An → Ho Chi Minh City → Mekong Delta → Bangkok → Ayutthaya → Kanchanaburi → Chiang Mai → Chiang Rai → Bangkok Departure

Day 1: Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport, where your dedicated female guide will warmly welcome you and escort you to your carefully selected 4-star hotel. After a welcome lunch, enjoy free time to explore the charming Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake, or relax in one of Hanoi’s famous cafés. In the evening, savor an authentic Northern Vietnamese dinner before overnighting in Hanoi.

Day 2: Hanoi City Highlights (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Discover the cultural heart of Vietnam with visits to the Ho Chi Minh Complex, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature, and the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology. After lunch, enjoy a traditional cyclo ride through the bustling Old Quarter before watching the famous Water Puppet Show. Dinner at a local restaurant and overnight in Hanoi.

Day 3: Hanoi – Halong Bay Luxury Cruise (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Travel through the picturesque Red River Delta to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong Bay. Board a luxury overnight cruise and enjoy lunch while sailing among thousands of limestone islands. Spend the afternoon kayaking, exploring caves, swimming, or relaxing on the sundeck before a gourmet seafood dinner. Overnight aboard the cruise.

Day 4: Halong Bay – Hue (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Begin the day with Tai Chi on the sundeck before breakfast as the cruise continues through the magnificent bay. Return to Hanoi and transfer to the airport for your flight to Hue. Upon arrival, check into your elegant hotel and enjoy a royal-inspired Hue dinner.

Day 5: Imperial Hue Discovery (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Cruise along the Perfume River to visit Thien Mu Pagoda before exploring the Imperial Citadel and Forbidden Purple City. After lunch, visit the royal tombs of Emperor Khai Dinh and Emperor Tu Duc, masterpieces of Vietnamese architecture. Dinner and overnight in Hue.

Day 6: Hue – Hai Van Pass – Hoi An (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Travel south via the breathtaking Hai Van Pass with stops at the Marble Mountains and the Cham Museum in Da Nang. Continue to the UNESCO-listed town of Hoi An, where you’ll enjoy a guided walking tour through lantern-lit streets before dinner. Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 7: Hoi An Ancient Town & Coconut Village (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Visit Hoi An Market, the Japanese Covered Bridge, historic merchant houses, and colorful Chinese Assembly Halls. After lunch, experience a basket boat ride through Cam Thanh Coconut Village and meet local fishing families. Dinner and overnight in Hoi An.

Day 8: Hoi An – Ho Chi Minh City (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Enjoy a leisurely morning before flying to Ho Chi Minh City. After checking into your hotel, visit Ben Thanh Market and explore the city’s vibrant atmosphere. Dinner featuring Southern Vietnamese specialties before overnighting in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 9: Cu Chi Tunnels & Ho Chi Minh City (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Explore the remarkable Cu Chi Tunnels before returning to the city for visits to the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, and the War Remnants Museum. Dinner and overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 10: Mekong Delta – Ben Tre (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Travel to Ben Tre for a memorable Mekong Delta experience. Cruise peaceful canals, visit coconut workshops, ride a tuk-tuk through villages, enjoy local folk music, and glide along narrow waterways by sampan. Return to Ho Chi Minh City for dinner and overnight.

Day 11: Ho Chi Minh City – Bangkok, Thailand (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival, your local guide will welcome you and escort you to your hotel. Spend the afternoon relaxing or exploring Bangkok’s shopping districts before enjoying a traditional Thai welcome dinner.

Day 12: Bangkok City Highlights (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Visit Bangkok’s iconic Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun. After lunch, explore the city’s vibrant neighborhoods before enjoying an unforgettable dinner cruise along the Chao Phraya River. Overnight in Bangkok.

Day 13: Ayutthaya & Kanchanaburi (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage city of Ayutthaya to admire its magnificent ancient temples, including Wat Mahathat and Wat Phra Si Sanphet. Continue to Kanchanaburi to visit the famous Bridge over the River Kwai and the JEATH War Museum. Dinner and overnight in Kanchanaburi.

Day 14: Kanchanaburi – Bangkok – Chiang Mai (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

After breakfast, explore the beautiful Erawan National Park with its spectacular emerald waterfalls before returning to Bangkok for your flight to Chiang Mai. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy a traditional Northern Thai (Lanna) dinner.

Day 15: Chiang Mai Cultural Experience (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Visit the sacred Doi Suthep Temple for breathtaking views over Chiang Mai before exploring the Old City’s ancient temples, lively local markets, and traditional craft workshops. In the evening, enjoy a Khantoke dinner accompanied by traditional Lanna cultural performances.

Day 16: Chiang Rai & Golden Triangle (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Travel to Chiang Rai to visit the spectacular White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), the Blue Temple, and the famous Golden Triangle where Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet. Cruise along the Mekong River before returning to Chiang Mai for dinner and overnight.

Day 17: Chiang Mai – Bangkok (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Enjoy a relaxing morning before flying back to Bangkok. Spend your final afternoon shopping at ICONSIAM, Siam Paragon, or the vibrant Asiatique Night Market. Celebrate your unforgettable journey with a farewell Thai dinner.

Day 18: Bangkok – Departure (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

After breakfast, enjoy free time depending on your departure schedule for last-minute shopping or sightseeing. A farewell lunch will be served before your airport transfer, while dinner will be arranged at a restaurant or provided as a takeaway meal if your flight departs later in the day. Your memorable Holiday in Vietnam & Thailand with Vietnam Women Travel – Premium Private Tours Led by Women comes to an end, leaving you with unforgettable experiences, stunning landscapes, fascinating cultures, and the warm hospitality of Southeast Asia.