PREMIUM THAILAND & VIETNAM
19 Days Private Luxury Tour Led by Women
Bangkok – Kanchanaburi – Ayutthaya – Sukhothai – Mae Taeng – Chiang Mai – Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hoi An – Ho Chi Minh City
19 Days / 18 Nights | Thailand & Vietnam | Premium Private Journey
Experience the best of Northern Thailand and Vietnam on an exclusive 19-day private journey designed for travelers seeking luxury, cultural depth, authentic local experiences and exceptional personal service.
From Bangkok’s royal temples and the historic River Kwai to the ancient kingdoms of Ayutthaya and Sukhothai, the mountains of Northern Thailand and the traditional Lisu community, continue into Vietnam to discover Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City.
Your journey is led by an experienced female tour leader, supported by private local guides, heritage specialists, ethical wildlife experts and women-led community experiences.
This is not a women-only tour. It is a premium private tour led by women.
JOURNEY HIGHLIGHTS
- 19-day Thailand & Vietnam private journey
- Female tour leader
- 5-star hotels and luxury resorts
- Private luxury transportation
- Flights instead of long-distance trains
- Private airport transfers
- Bangkok Grand Palace & Wat Pho
- Private Bangkok canal cruise
- Kanchanaburi War Cemetery
- Bridge over the River Kwai
- Hellfire Pass
- Erawan National Park
- Thai weaving community
- Ayutthaya UNESCO heritage
- Royal Thai culinary experience
- Private traditional rice-barge cruise
- Sukhothai Historical Park
- Morning alms offering
- Optional gentle cycling
- Lisu community experience
- Lisu Lodge Feature Stay
- Organic farming and Thai cooking
- Lanna cultural experience
- Ethical elephant conservation
- Chiang Mai Old Town
- Doi Suthep
- Hanoi Old Quarter
- Women-led Hanoi cultural experience
- Luxury Halong Bay overnight cruise
- Hoi An Ancient Town
- Vietnamese coffee culture
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Cu Chi Tunnels
- Vietnamese war-history interpretation
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Every Day
The original premium route combines these destinations and experiences, including Lisu Lodge, Elephant Nature Park, Halong Bay, Hoi An and Cu Chi.
DAY 1 – BANGKOK
Welcome to Thailand
Overnight: Bangkok – 5-Star Luxury Hotel
Welcome to Bangkok.
Your private female tour leader meets you at the airport and escorts you to your luxury 5-star hotel.
After check-in, enjoy time to relax.
In the late afternoon, take a private orientation through Bangkok’s historic riverside.
Enjoy a private boat experience through traditional canals before continuing along the Chao Phraya River.
Tonight, enjoy a premium Thai welcome dinner.
Your female tour leader introduces you to the flavors and traditions of Thailand.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Luxury Hotel
Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle + Private Boat
DAY 2 – BANGKOK
Royal Heritage, Temples & Canals
Overnight: Bangkok – 5-Star Luxury Hotel
Rise early for a respectful temple experience.
Observe traditional Buddhist merit-making and learn about Thai customs from your female guide.
Return to the hotel for breakfast.
Continue to Wat Pho, home of the famous Reclining Buddha.
Visit the Grand Palace and Temple of the Emerald Buddha.
Your private guide explains Thailand’s royal history, Buddhist traditions and architecture.
Enjoy a premium Thai lunch.
In the afternoon, board a private electric or traditional boat through Bangkok’s quieter canals.
Pass traditional homes, temples and riverside communities.
Return to the hotel.
Enjoy dinner at an elegant Thai restaurant.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Luxury Hotel
Transportation: Private Vehicle + Private Boat
DAY 3 – BANGKOK → KANCHANABURI
River Kwai & Thailand’s History
Overnight: Kanchanaburi – 5-Star Riverside Resort
After breakfast, leave Bangkok in your private luxury vehicle.
Travel west toward Kanchanaburi.
Visit the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery and Bridge over the River Kwai.
Continue to the Hellfire Pass Memorial.
Your guide provides respectful historical context about the construction of the railway and the people affected by it.
Enjoy lunch at a riverside restaurant.
Continue into the countryside.
Check into your luxury riverside resort.
Relax beside the river.
Enjoy dinner featuring regional Thai cuisine.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Riverside Resort
Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle
DAY 4 – KANCHANABURI
Waterfalls, Weaving & Rural Thailand
Overnight: Kanchanaburi – 5-Star Riverside Resort
After breakfast, travel to Erawan National Park.
Explore the famous waterfalls at a comfortable pace.
Guests can choose between a gentle nature walk and a relaxed resort day.
Enjoy lunch in the countryside.
In the afternoon, visit a traditional Thai weaving community.
Meet local women artisans and discover traditional textile production.
Learn about natural materials, weaving techniques and the role of women in preserving local craftsmanship.
Return to your resort.
Enjoy sunset beside the river.
Dinner at the resort.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Riverside Resort
Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle
DAY 5 – KANCHANABURI → AYUTTHAYA
Royal Cuisine & Ancient Siam
Overnight: Ayutthaya – Luxury Heritage Hotel
After breakfast, travel privately toward Ayutthaya.
Upon arrival, enjoy a refined royal Thai culinary experience.
Taste dishes inspired by historic royal cuisine.
Continue with a private traditional rice-barge cruise along the Chao Phraya River.
Visit lesser-known riverside temples and observe local Buddhist traditions.
Continue into the ancient city.
Explore Wat Phra Mahathat and the iconic Buddha image surrounded by tree roots.
Your private heritage guide explains Ayutthaya’s role as one of Siam’s great capitals.
Enjoy dinner at a premium restaurant.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Luxury Heritage Hotel
Transportation: Private Vehicle + Private Rice Barge
DAY 6 – AYUTTHAYA → SUKHOTHAI
Journey to Thailand’s Ancient Kingdoms
Overnight: Sukhothai – 5-Star Resort
After breakfast, depart Ayutthaya by private luxury vehicle.
The original itinerary uses a train from Ayutthaya to Phitsanulok before continuing by private vehicle. For this premium version, the entire journey is by private vehicle to maximize comfort and flexibility.
Stop for lunch en route.
Continue to Sukhothai.
Check into your luxury resort.
Enjoy a relaxed afternoon.
Choose:
- Spa
- Thai massage
- Pool
- Garden walk
- Local café
Dinner features authentic Sukhothai and northern Thai cuisine.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Resort
Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle
DAY 7 – SUKHOTHAI
The Golden Age of Siam
Overnight: Sukhothai – 5-Star Resort
Rise early for a respectful morning alms-giving experience.
Return to the hotel for breakfast.
Explore Sukhothai Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Discover ancient temples, Buddha images, lotus ponds and peaceful ruins.
For active travelers, enjoy a gentle bicycle experience through the park.
For guests who prefer maximum comfort, use a private electric vehicle instead.
Enjoy a private picnic lunch.
The afternoon is free.
In the evening, visit a local home for an intimate Thai dinner.
Meet the family and learn about everyday life in Sukhothai.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Resort
Transportation: Private Vehicle / Optional Bicycle
DAY 8 – SUKHOTHAI → MAE TAENG
Into Northern Thailand
Overnight: Lisu Lodge – Feature Stay
After breakfast, travel north by private luxury vehicle.
The journey passes rice fields, orchards and mountain landscapes.
Arrive at the Lisu Lodge, a community-based property supporting local Lisu villagers.
Check into your traditional-style accommodation with modern comforts.
Meet local community members and learn about:
- Lisu traditions
- Agriculture
- Food
- Textiles
- Family life
- Cultural heritage
Enjoy a locally prepared lunch.
Take a gentle village walk.
In the evening, enjoy a traditional Lisu dinner using fresh local ingredients.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lisu Lodge Feature Stay
Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle
The Lisu Lodge is one of the defining feature stays of the original premium itinerary and is specifically designed to support and employ local Lisu villagers.
DAY 9 – MAE TAENG
Village Life, Organic Farming & Lanna Culture
Overnight: Lisu Lodge – Feature Stay
After breakfast, visit Muang Kued Village.
Meet local residents and explore the community with your private guide.
Visit an organic farm and learn how local produce is grown.
Choose fresh ingredients for a private Thai cooking demonstration.
Enjoy the lunch you help prepare.
In the afternoon, experience northern Thai culture through:
- Traditional Lanna sword dance
- Local music
- Traditional crafts
- Community storytelling
Enjoy a peaceful bamboo-raft experience along the Mae Taeng River.
Return to Lisu Lodge.
Tonight, enjoy a special community dinner and cultural celebration.
The original itinerary includes the Muang Kued village visit, organic farming, cooking demonstration, river rafting, Lanna sword dance and a women-led Candle Dance.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lisu Lodge
Transportation: Private Vehicle + Bamboo Raft
DAY 10 – MAE TAENG → CHIANG MAI
Ethical Elephants & Northern Thai Culture
Overnight: Chiang Mai – 5-Star Resort
After breakfast, travel toward Chiang Mai.
Visit Elephant Nature Park or another carefully selected ethical elephant conservation center.
Meet local experts and learn about elephant welfare and conservation.
Observe elephants responsibly without riding or exploitative activities.
Enjoy a vegetarian lunch.
Continue to Chiang Mai.
Visit Kalm Village, an arts, crafts and culture center supporting local artists.
Check into your 5-star resort.
The evening is free.
Enjoy a premium northern Thai dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Resort
Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle
The original route includes Elephant Nature Park and Kalm Village as key Chiang Mai experiences.
DAY 11 – CHIANG MAI
Doi Suthep & Chef’s Table
Overnight: Chiang Mai – 5-Star Resort
After breakfast, travel to Doi Suthep.
Explore the magnificent mountain temple with your private guide.
Enjoy panoramic views across Chiang Mai.
Return to the city.
Enjoy lunch at a premium restaurant.
The afternoon is intentionally relaxed.
Choose:
- Thai spa
- Traditional massage
- Artisan shopping
- Women-led craft workshop
- Old City exploration
- Café experience
In the evening, enjoy an intimate private chef’s-table dinner.
Taste a curated selection of northern Thai dishes.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Resort
Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle
DAY 12 – CHIANG MAI → HANOI
Thailand to Vietnam
Overnight: Hanoi – 5-Star Hotel
Enjoy breakfast.
Private transfer to Chiang Mai Airport.
Flight: Chiang Mai → Hanoi
The original Premium Thailand and Vietnam itinerary uses this flight to begin the Vietnamese section.
Upon arrival in Hanoi, your Vietnamese female tour leader welcomes you.
Private transfer to your 5-star hotel.
After check-in, relax.
In the evening, enjoy a premium Vietnamese welcome dinner.
Your guide introduces you to northern Vietnamese cuisine.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Hotel
Transportation: Flight + Private Luxury Vehicle
DAY 13 – HANOI
The Soul of Vietnam
Overnight: Hanoi – 5-Star Hotel
After breakfast, begin your private Hanoi discovery.
Explore:
- Hoan Kiem Lake
- Old Quarter
- French Quarter
- Historic streets
- Local markets
- Traditional architecture
Visit key cultural landmarks.
Enjoy a private Vietnamese coffee experience.
Lunch at a premium local restaurant.
In the afternoon, enjoy a women-led cultural experience.
Choose from:
- Traditional embroidery
- Silk workshop
- Vietnamese cooking
- Artisan studio
- Women-owned social enterprise
Return to your hotel.
Enjoy dinner at a refined Vietnamese restaurant.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Hotel
Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle
DAY 14 – HANOI → HALONG BAY
Luxury Overnight Cruise
Overnight: 5-Star Luxury Halong Bay Cruise
After breakfast, depart Hanoi in your private luxury vehicle.
Travel toward Halong Bay.
Board your premium overnight cruise.
Enjoy lunch while sailing among dramatic limestone islands.
Explore a cave or hidden lagoon depending on weather and cruise conditions.
Optional kayaking is available for guests who wish to participate.
Return to the boat for sunset.
Enjoy a premium dinner on deck.
Spend the night surrounded by the spectacular scenery of Halong Bay.
The original Premium itinerary specifically features an overnight Halong Bay cruise as its Vietnam Feature Stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Luxury Cruise
Transportation: Private Vehicle + Luxury Cruise
DAY 15 – HALONG BAY → HANOI → HOI AN
From the Bay to Ancient Hoi An
Overnight: Hoi An – 5-Star Heritage Hotel
Wake early for sunrise over Halong Bay.
Enjoy breakfast while cruising.
Return to the harbor.
Private vehicle transfer to Hanoi Airport.
Flight: Hanoi → Da Nang
Private transfer from Da Nang to Hoi An.
Check into your 5-star heritage hotel.
Enjoy lunch.
In the afternoon, explore Hoi An Ancient Town with your private female guide.
Discover:
- Historic merchant houses
- Chinese assembly halls
- Japanese Covered Bridge area
- Riverside streets
- Traditional craft shops
Stop for authentic Vietnamese coffee.
Enjoy dinner beside the Thu Bon River.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Heritage Hotel
Transportation: Luxury Cruise + Private Vehicle + Flight
DAY 16 – HOI AN
Ancient Town, Crafts & Vietnamese Coffee
Overnight: Hoi An – 5-Star Heritage Hotel
After breakfast, continue exploring Hoi An.
Meet local women artisans and discover traditional crafts.
Choose an experience such as:
- Lantern making
- Embroidery
- Ceramics
- Textile work
- Tailoring
- Traditional Vietnamese crafts
Enjoy lunch at a premium local restaurant.
In the afternoon, explore the countryside around Hoi An.
Visit a local farm or artisan community.
Enjoy a farm-to-table experience.
Return to the hotel.
Relax by the pool or enjoy a private spa.
Dinner at an elegant Hoi An restaurant.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Heritage Hotel
Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle
DAY 17 – HOI AN → HO CHI MINH CITY
Fly South to Saigon
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City – 5-Star Hotel
Enjoy breakfast.
Private transfer to Da Nang Airport.
Flight: Da Nang → Ho Chi Minh City
Upon arrival, your private female guide welcomes you.
Explore central Ho Chi Minh City.
Visit:
- Reunification Palace
- Central Post Office
- Historic French Quarter
- Local markets
Enjoy lunch at a premium southern Vietnamese restaurant.
In the afternoon, participate in a private Vietnamese coffee workshop.
Learn about Vietnam’s coffee culture and regional differences.
Enjoy dinner at a sophisticated restaurant.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Hotel
Transportation: Private Vehicle + Flight
DAY 18 – HO CHI MINH CITY
Cu Chi Tunnels & Modern Vietnam
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City – 5-Star Hotel
After breakfast, travel by private vehicle to the Cu Chi Tunnels.
Explore the historic tunnel network with a specialist guide.
The original premium itinerary includes a Cu Chi experience with a war veteran who provides firsthand historical perspective.
For Vietnam Women Travel, this is presented respectfully and educationally, focusing on history, resilience and the human stories surrounding the conflict.
Enjoy lunch at a countryside restaurant.
Return to Ho Chi Minh City.
The afternoon is free.
Choose:
- Spa
- Shopping
- Art gallery
- Café
- Tailoring
- Private city walk
Tonight, enjoy your final Vietnamese dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: 5-Star Hotel
Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle
DAY 19 – HO CHI MINH CITY
Farewell Vietnam
Enjoy your final breakfast.
Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy one final private experience.
Options include:
- Vietnamese coffee
- Local market
- Artisan shopping
- Wellness
- Contemporary art
- Riverside walk
Private airport transfer included.
Your 19-Day Premium Thailand & Vietnam Private Tour Led by Women ends in Ho Chi Minh City.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle
PREMIUM TRANSPORTATION
NO LONG-DISTANCE TRAIN JOURNEYS
The original itinerary uses a combination of plane, private minibus, train, boat and bicycle.
For Vietnam Women Travel, the premium version is upgraded:
Bangkok → Kanchanaburi
Private Luxury Vehicle
Kanchanaburi → Ayutthaya
Private Luxury Vehicle
Ayutthaya → Sukhothai
Private Luxury Vehicle
The original itinerary uses a roughly 5-hour train to Phitsanulok followed by a private vehicle.
Sukhothai → Mae Taeng
Private Luxury Vehicle
Mae Taeng → Chiang Mai
Private Luxury Vehicle
Chiang Mai → Hanoi
Flight
Hanoi → Halong Bay
Private Luxury Vehicle
Halong Bay → Hanoi → Da Nang
Private Vehicle + Flight
Da Nang → Ho Chi Minh City
Flight
EXPERIENCES WE KEEP
Premium travel does not mean removing authentic transportation and cultural experiences.
Private Rice Barge
Kept because the river journey is part of the cultural experience.
Halong Bay Cruise
Kept because the overnight cruise is one of Vietnam’s signature experiences.
Bamboo Raft
Kept as a short cultural/nature experience.
Private Boats
Used where waterways reveal local life.
Optional Cycling
Guests may cycle at Sukhothai or choose private electric transportation.
PREMIUM ACCOMMODATION
5-Star Hotels + Signature Feature Stays
Bangkok
5-Star Luxury Hotel
Kanchanaburi
5-Star Riverside Resort
Ayutthaya
Luxury Heritage Hotel
Sukhothai
5-Star Resort
Mae Taeng
Lisu Lodge Feature Stay
Chiang Mai
5-Star Luxury Resort
Hanoi
5-Star Luxury Hotel
Halong Bay
5-Star Luxury Cruise
Hoi An
5-Star Heritage Hotel
Ho Chi Minh City
5-Star Luxury Hotel
The original route features Lisu Lodge and Halong Bay as its two major Feature Stays.
MEALS INCLUDED
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Every Day
The original Premium Thailand and Vietnam itinerary includes 18 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 8 dinners.
Vietnam Women Travel upgrades this to:
BREAKFAST + LUNCH + DINNER EVERY DAY
Dining experiences include:
- Royal Thai cuisine
- Northern Thai food
- Lisu home-style meals
- Thai cooking experience
- Halong Bay fine dining
- Hanoi cuisine
- Hoi An specialties
- Vietnamese coffee experience
- Southern Vietnamese cuisine
- Women-led restaurants where available
- Farm-to-table dining
- Private farewell dinner
WOMEN-LED EXPERIENCES
Women Supporting Women
Vietnam Women Travel adds a stronger women-led identity to the original premium journey.
Throughout the tour, we prioritize:
Female Tour Leaders
Your journey is coordinated by an experienced woman.
Women Artisans
Meet women preserving Thai and Vietnamese textile and craft traditions.
Women Entrepreneurs
Visit women-led local businesses and social enterprises.
Women Chefs
Discover traditional recipes and modern interpretations of regional cuisine.
Community Women
Meet women who play central roles in preserving local culture.
RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL
This journey retains the original route’s community and conservation focus while strengthening the local impact.
Lisu Community
Support a community-based tourism project employing local Lisu villagers.
Elephant Welfare
Visit a responsible sanctuary and learn directly from conservation experts.
Local Artisans
Support traditional weaving and craft communities.
Women-Led Businesses
Prioritize businesses that create opportunities for local women.
Cultural Preservation
Support traditional food, textiles, crafts, heritage and community knowledge.
WHY CHOOSE VIETNAM WOMEN TRAVEL?
Premium Private Tours Led by Women
Private From Start to Finish
Your itinerary is designed exclusively for your private party.
Fly Instead of Long Train Journeys
We replace long-distance train travel with flights or private luxury vehicles when appropriate.
5-Star Comfort
Luxury hotels, resorts and carefully selected Feature Stays.
Authentic Experiences
We keep the experiences that make Thailand and Vietnam memorable.
Women Supporting Women
Meet female guides, artisans, entrepreneurs and chefs.
Ethical Wildlife
Learn about elephants through responsible conservation.
Private Guides
Specialist local guides provide deeper cultural interpretation.
Flexible Pace
Cycling, walking and active experiences are optional.
All Meals Included
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Every Day is included as standard.
19-DAY ROUTE AT A GLANCE
| Day | Route | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bangkok | Bangkok |
| 2 | Bangkok | Bangkok |
| 3 | Bangkok → Kanchanaburi | Kanchanaburi |
| 4 | Kanchanaburi | Kanchanaburi |
| 5 | Kanchanaburi → Ayutthaya | Ayutthaya |
| 6 | Ayutthaya → Sukhothai | Sukhothai |
| 7 | Sukhothai | Sukhothai |
| 8 | Sukhothai → Mae Taeng | Lisu Lodge |
| 9 | Mae Taeng | Lisu Lodge |
| 10 | Mae Taeng → Chiang Mai | Chiang Mai |
| 11 | Chiang Mai | Chiang Mai |
| 12 | Chiang Mai → Hanoi ✈️ | Hanoi |
| 13 | Hanoi | Hanoi |
| 14 | Hanoi → Halong Bay | Halong Bay Cruise |
| 15 | Halong Bay → Hanoi → Hoi An ✈️ | Hoi An |
| 16 | Hoi An | Hoi An |
| 17 | Hoi An → Ho Chi Minh City ✈️ | Ho Chi Minh City |
| 18 | Cu Chi Tunnels + Ho Chi Minh City | Ho Chi Minh City |
| 19 | Ho Chi Minh City Departure | — |
TOUR SUMMARY
Duration: 19 Days / 18 Nights
Countries: Thailand & Vietnam
Start: Bangkok
Finish: Ho Chi Minh City
Style: Premium Private Tour
Leadership: Female Tour Leader
Accommodation: 5-Star Hotels, Luxury Resorts & Feature Stays
Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicles + Flights + Private Boats
Guiding: Private Local & Heritage Specialists
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Every Day
Group: Private – From 2 Guests
PREMIUM THAILAND & VIETNAM
Two Countries. One Exceptional Private Journey.
Begin among Bangkok’s temples, canals and royal heritage.
Travel west to Kanchanaburi and uncover the history of the River Kwai.
Discover the ancient capitals of Ayutthaya and Sukhothai.
Enter the mountains of Northern Thailand and stay with the Lisu community.
Meet ethical elephant conservation experts.
Experience Chiang Mai’s temples, arts and Lanna culture.
Then fly to Vietnam.
Walk through Hanoi’s historic Old Quarter.
Wake to sunrise over Halong Bay.
Discover the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An.
Finish in Ho Chi Minh City with its fascinating history, vibrant culture and Cu Chi Tunnels.
Travel differently.
Travel meaningfully.
Travel with women.
Vietnam Women Travel
Premium Private Tours Led by Women