4-Week Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 4-week Thailand, Cambodia And Vietnam itineraries

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• 28 Days in Southeast Asia, incl. Hanoi and Bangkok

  Three countries unfold over 28 days from Hanoi through Angkor Wat temples to Phuket. Accommodations vary from Nexy Hostel to overnight trains. Optional activities include Phi Phi Islands speedboat tour (around $110) and cooking classes.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Hanoi, Vietnam

    Start in Vietnam's bustling capital. Visit Bai Hoi (Beer Corner) for local brews and street food like bánh mì and pho. Check out Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Lenin Park. Book a morning Vespa tour to explore the busy streets before the heat picks up. The morning light makes for great photos of the French Colonial buildings.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Halong Bay

    Take the 4-hour drive to Halong Bay for an overnight cruise among limestone karsts. Go kayaking in the early morning when the bay is calmest. Return to Hanoi and catch the overnight train to Hoi An through Da Nang. Pick a bottom bunk for a smoother ride on Vietnam's rail lines.

    
  • Days 5-7

    Hoi An

    Visit this UNESCO ancient town with its Japanese Bridge and Chinese temples. A visitor shared: "The best time to photograph the famous lanterns is just before sunset when they first light up - the golden hour glow is magical." Sign up for a cooking class in Cam Thanh village early in your stay to learn dishes you can make later.

    
  • Days 8-9

    Nha Trang

    Visit the Po Nagar Cham Towers in the morning before it gets hot. Go diving before noon when visibility is best. Take the overnight train to Ho Chi Minh City. Bring snacks since the dining car options aren't great.

    
  • Days 10-11

    Ho Chi Minh City

    Get to Cu Chi Tunnels early to beat the crowds. Visit the War Remnants Museum right when it opens at 8am. Watch sunset from Saigon Skydeck. Look for street food at places where locals sit on plastic stools - they serve the best phở.

    
  • Days 12-13

    Phnom Penh, Cambodia

    Start with the S21 Museum - you'll need time to reflect afterward. Wear good shoes at the Killing Fields since paths get muddy. Try an evening cocktail tour to see the city's growing bar scene and support local spots.

    
  • Days 14-15

    Siem Reap

    See Angkor Wat at sunrise but use the East Gate instead of the main entrance. Bring a scarf to cover your shoulders in temples. A recent visitor noted: "The stone steps at Ta Prohm get slippery after rain - wear shoes with good grip and take it slow."

    
  • Days 16-18

    Bangkok, Thailand

    Visit the Grand Palace first thing before tour groups arrive. Head to Chinatown (Yaowarat) after 6pm for street food. Take a bike tour through old Bangkok to find hidden temples most tourists miss.

    
  • Days 19-21

    Koh Tao

    Take the night bus and ferry to this diving spot. Go snorkeling in the morning when the water is calm. Climb to viewpoints before 10am to avoid the hot sun.

    
  • Days 22-23

    Koh Phangan

    This island offers more than Full Moon Parties - find quiet beaches and wellness activities. Learn to make Thai curry in a cooking class. Check weather reports before snorkeling trips. The western coast is best when seas are rough.

    
  • Days 24-25

    Khao Sok National Park

    Stay in floating bungalows on Cheow Lan Lake. Look for wildlife in the morning and listen for gibbons in the limestone cliffs. Bring quick-dry clothes for Nam Talu Cave.

    
  • Days 26-28

    Phuket & Phi Phi Islands

    Use Phuket as your base for island trips. Book Phi Phi Islands tours for morning when waters are calmer. Make time for a Thai massage and sunset at Big Buddha viewpoint.

    

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• 27 Day Southeast Asia Itinerary, incl. Hanoi and Bangkok

  A 27-day tour through Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam spans 15 cities. From Hanoi's Old Quarter to Angkor temples and Bangkok, this trip features UNESCO sites, three overnight trains, and local experiences like cooking classes at Oodles of Noodles and traditional Khmer dinners.

  

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  • Days 1-3

    Hanoi

    Start your journey in Vietnam's capital. Take a cyclo ride through the Old Quarter in early evening when food vendors fill the streets and locals gather on small plastic stools. One traveler shared: "Watching the streets transform at night while zipping through on a cyclo was magical. The energy is electric!" On day two, visit the Temple of Literature and Hoan Kiem Lake. Join an evening food tour to sample local favorites like bun cha and egg coffee.

    
  • Days 4-5

    Ninh Binh

    Head south for a 2-hour drive to what many call "Halong Bay on land." Get to Tam Coc early to avoid crowds. Climb Hang Mua Peak for sunrise but wear good shoes. The 500 steps can get slippery. Take an overnight train to Dong Hoi on day 5.

    
  • Days 6-7

    Phong Nha

    Visit the largest cave system in the world. See Paradise Cave and Dark Cave, but visit Paradise Cave early before tour groups arrive. The mud baths offer nice relief from the humidity.

    
  • Days 8-11

    Hue and Hoi An

    Take the scenic Hai Van Pass to these historic cities. Visit Hue's Imperial Citadel in the morning before it gets too hot. For Hoi An, a traveler suggests: "Take a cooking class at Oodles of Noodles. You learn authentic recipes and support youth training programs."

    
  • Days 12-16

    South Vietnam Coast

    Travel south through Qui Nhon and Nha Trang. Qui Nhon offers quiet beaches while Nha Trang has better nightlife. Take the night train to Ho Chi Minh City for three days of exploring Cu Chi Tunnels and Ben Thanh Market.

    
  • Days 17-19

    Mekong Delta to Cambodia

    Enter Cambodia via the Mekong Delta and stop at local markets. In Kampot, explore pepper farms and Bokor Hill Station by motorbike. Book your sunset river cruise early since spots fill quickly.

    
  • Days 20-21

    Koh Rong

    Take a 1-hour fast ferry to the island. A recent visitor noted: "The bioluminescent plankton at night was incredible. Go swimming after dark on Long Beach. It's like being surrounded by stars."

    
  • Days 22-24

    Phnom Penh to Siem Reap

    Visit S21 Prison and the Killing Fields early in the morning in the capital. Move on to Siem Reap for Angkor Wat. Get a 3-day pass and explore smaller temples first, leaving Angkor Wat for a less crowded sunset visit.

    
  • Days 25-27

    Thailand

    End your trip in Bangkok. Experience Khao San Road but make time for authentic spots like the flower markets at dawn. Finish with dinner by the river watching long-tail boats pass illuminated temples.

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• 27 Day Southeast Asia Itinerary, incl. Hanoi and Bangkok

  A 27-day cultural odyssey connects 14 cities from Hanoi to Bangkok. UNESCO sites like Hoi An and Angkor Wat showcase regional heritage. Accommodations include 22 hotel nights and traditional homestays, with 23 breakfasts and local dining experiences.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Hanoi

    Begin your journey in Vietnam's capital with a gentle warm-up ride around West Lake. "The morning ride around Tran Quoc Pagoda was peaceful - much better than fighting the Old Quarter traffic." Get your food fix on an afternoon tour to sample Bahn Mi and bia hoi when the weather is milder.

    
  • Days 3-5

    Northern Vietnam

    Ride through ethnic Thai villages and limestone peaks from Mai Chau to Ninh Binh on quiet backroads. The route includes some challenging climbs. Pack padded cycling shorts and electrolyte tablets. You'll sleep in a traditional stilt house homestay. "The local rice wine helped ease our sore muscles after that 70km day!"

    
  • Days 6-8

    Central Coast

    Take on the Hai Van Pass between Hue and Hoi An. The 10% climb is challenging but worth it. Leave early to beat the heat. Once in Hoi An, give your legs a break in the Ancient Town. Book your tailor visits early to allow time for adjustments.

    
  • Days 9-11

    Southern Coast

    Follow the coastal road to Nha Trang, with granite cliffs on one side and the South China Sea on the other. Take a day off to explore nearby islands and snorkel. "The basket boat ride was terrifying but hilarious - definitely worth the break from cycling."

    
  • Days 12-14

    Highland to Coast

    Head up to cool Da Lat highlands before going down to Ho Chi Minh City. Skip the Bidoup Pass if needed. The support vehicle is there if you want it. Bring something warm for mountain mornings.

    
  • Days 15-17

    Mekong Delta

    Enjoy flat rides through rice fields and orchards. Watch out on ferry crossings and narrow paths. Local homestays offer unique experiences. "Watching sunrise over the canals while enjoying fresh mangoes was magical."

    
  • Days 18-20

    Phnom Penh

    Enter Cambodia and bike around the capital. Ride early to avoid traffic. Visit important sites like S21 and the Killing Fields. The riverside path is your safest cycling option in the city.

    
  • Days 21-23

    Siem Reap

    Explore Angkor's temples by bike to avoid the tourist crowds. Start at dawn and carry lots of water. "The small trails behind Bayon Temple were completely empty - ask your guide about hidden routes."

    
  • Days 24-27

    Thailand

    Complete your journey through eastern Thailand to Bangkok. Expect long, flat rides past rubber plantations and rice paddies. Finish in Bangkok where "After 27 days of cycling, a Thai massage was the perfect finale."

    

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