Itinerary
- Day 1
Ho Chi Minh City
You'll arrive in Ho Chi Minh City whenever your flight gets in, and your CEO will be there to greet you along with the rest of the group. This evening, head out to Pham Ngu Lao Street with everyone to check out the bars and backpacker hangouts. It's a good chance to get to know your fellow travelers before things really kick off.
Included Activities
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Connect With New Friends
Landmarks/POIs Pham Ngu Lao Street - Day 2
Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang
Start the day with a CEO-led orientation walk through Ho Chi Minh City to get your bearings. After that, the rest of the day is yours to do whatever you want—maybe revisit a spot from last night, shop around, wander the streets, or see what local culture you can find. Come evening, you'll board an overnight train to Nha Trang, departing between 10:00-11:00.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Orientation With CEO
- Day 3
Nha Trang
You'll pull into Nha Trang on the eastern coast. Spend your morning browsing local shops and markets, trying out a mud bath treatment if that sounds good, stretching out on the beach, or checking out some historical sites nearby. Later in the evening, join the group for a street food crawl to sample what the local restaurants have to offer.
Included Activities
- Nha Trang Street Food Crawl
Optional Activities
- Snorkelling
- Nha Trang Boat Tour and Snorkelling (29USD per person)
- Mud Bath Visit (20USD per person)
- Day 4
Nha Trang to Hoi An
More free time to soak up the coastal atmosphere and explore Nha Trang at your own pace. In late morning, you'll board another overnight train heading to Hoi An, which departs between 09:00-10:00. This route includes a short transfer stop in Da Nang along the way.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 5
Hoi An
You'll arrive in the port town of Hoi An and join an orientation walk to see what makes this place so special. The afternoon gives you choices: take a cooking class, rent a bike and head to the beach, visit a local tailor, or walk through the old town. Tonight's your celebration night out with the group, so get ready to dance and enjoy yourself.
Included Activities
- Hoi An Orientation Walk
- Reminisce Riverside
Optional Activities
- Hoi An Cooking Class (35USD per person)
- Hoi An Bike and Boat Tour
- Tailor Shops
- Cua Dai Beach
- Hoi An Old Town Walking Tour (6USD per person)
- Thu Bon River Boat Trip (12USD per person)
Landmarks/POIs Hoi An Old Town - Day 6
Hoi An
You'll start the morning learning noodle-making techniques at the G Adventures-supported Oodles of Noodles, where you'll get hands-on with traditional methods. After grabbing lunch, the afternoon and evening open up for your own plans. If you're interested in history, the ancient ruins of My Son (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) are within reach, or you might prefer taking a cruise down the Thu Bon River instead. Either way, you've got flexibility to choose what appeals to you most.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit to G Adventures-supported Oodles of Noodles - noodle-making class
Optional Activities
- My Son Excursion - visit ancient ruins of UNESCO World Heritage Site (38USD per person)
- Thu Bon River Boat Trip (12USD per person)
Landmarks/POIs Oodles of Noodles My Son Thu Bon River - Day 7
Hoi An to Hue
Head north to Hue, the Imperial City, by private vehicle, which takes about 4 hours. Once you arrive, there's plenty to do. Check out the Royal Citadel and tombs, cruise along the Perfume River, or even explore by motorbike like locals do.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Hue Motorbike Tour
- Imperial Citadel Tour (7USD per person)
- Thien Mu Pagoda Visit
- Perfume River Cruise (10USD per person)
- Royal Tombs Entry (5USD per person)
- Cycling (10USD per person)
- Hue City Tour
Landmarks/POIs Royal Citadel Perfume River - Day 8
Hue to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
Spend your second day in Hue exploring the city at whatever pace suits you. In the afternoon, you'll travel through Vietnam's countryside to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, known for its green rocky mountains. This transfer by private vehicle takes approximately 4 hours.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks/POIs Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park - Day 9
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park to Hanoi
Check out the caves of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, home to the oldest karst mountains and the longest cave in Asia. After you've explored, you'll board an overnight train in the evening heading to Hanoi.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Caving in Phong Nha
Landmarks/POIs Phong Nha Cave Paradise Cave - Day 10
Hanoi to Ha Long Bay
You'll arrive in Hanoi and transfer by private vehicle to Halong Bay, approximately 4 hours away. Once there, board a junk boat where you'll have a seafood lunch cruise and explore caves. Bring your camera because there will be plenty of shots worth taking.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Seafood lunch cruise)
Included Activities
- Ha Long Bay Junk Boat Trip
Optional Activities
- Kayaking (10USD per person)
Landmarks/POIs Ha Long Bay - Day 11
Ha Long Bay to Hanoi
Transfer back to Hanoi by private vehicle, about 4 hours from Halong Bay. Once in the city, join an orientation walk through the atmospheric Old Quarter, then head to Bia Hoi Corner for a local beer. The bia hoi here is made from rice and wheat, and you can grab a glass for just 25 cents USD.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Old Quarter Orientation Walk
Optional Activities
- Hanoi Foodie Culture Tour
- Tran Quoc Pagoda Visit
- Hoan Kiem Lake Walk
- Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre Performance (200000VND per person)
- Temple of Literature (Van Mieu) Visit
Landmarks/POIs Hanoi Old Quarter Bia Hoi Corner - Day 12
Hanoi to Vientiane
Explore Hanoi in the morning before catching an afternoon flight to Vientiane, Laos's capital, which is about 1 hour 15 minutes away. Once you land, discover the city on foot, by bicycle, or via tuk-tuk. There's Phat That Luang, Laos's most important national monument, riverside villages to explore, a vibrant morning market, or you can catch the sunset over the Mekong River.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Wat Pha That Luang Visit (1USD per person)
- Buddha Park (1USD per person)
- National Museum Visit (4USD per person)
- Wat Sisaket Visit (1USD per person)
Landmarks/POIs Phat That Luang Mekong River - Day 13
Vientiane to Vang Vieng
Travel to Vang Vieng, a small town surrounded by striking limestone karsts and the Song River. It's about 3-4 hours away by private vehicle. Take a guided hike to a famous local viewpoint and soak in the valley views. Later in the evening, go out with the group to celebrate your adventures so far.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Vang Vieng Guided Hike
- Vang Vieng Nightlife
Optional Activities
- Hiking
- Caving
- Bike Rental (2USD per person)
- Vang Vieng Adrenaline Bundle
- Kayaking (25USD per person)
Landmarks/POIs Song River - Day 14
Vang Vieng
You have a full day to explore Vang Vieng however you'd like. Rent a bicycle to check out the caves, trek through the countryside, or kayak through Tham None cave and head to the Blue Lagoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Vang Vieng Adrenaline Bundle
- Hiking
- Caving
- Bike Rental (2USD per person)
- Kayaking (25USD per person)
Landmarks/POIs Tham None Cave Blue Lagoon - Day 15
Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang
Continue to Luang Prabang by bullet train, which takes about 1 hour 8 minutes. Meet the ancient city during an afternoon orientation walk. Trek up Mount Phousi, climbing past monk quarters and a Buddha's footprint cave, to reach Wat Phousi temple at the top. The 360-degree sunset view over Luang Prabang and the Mekong River is worth the hike. End your day with an evening street food crawl.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sunset at Wat Phousi
- Street Food Crawl
- Orientation With CEO
Optional Activities
- Wat Visoun Temples Visit (2.50USD per person)
- Royal Palace Museum Visit (5USD per person)
- Wat Xien Thong Visit (2.50USD per person)
- Cooking Class (35USD per person)
- Ock Pop Tok Living Crafts Centre Visit (8USD per person)
- Royal Ballet Theatre (15USD per person)
- Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre Entry (4USD per person)
Landmarks/POIs Wat Phousi Mount Phousi Mekong River - Day 16
Luang Prabang
Get up early to watch saffron-robed monks walk through town before dawn to receive daily alms from local residents, an important religious ceremony in Laos. Later, join a guided excursion to the Kuang Si waterfalls. The evening is free for you to do whatever you want.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Kuang Si Waterfalls Excursion
Optional Activities
- Alms-giving in Luang Prabang
Landmarks/POIs Kuang Si Waterfalls - Day 17
Luang Prabang to Mekong River Homestay
Board a long, cozy houseboat for a two-day journey up the Mekong River toward Chiang Khong in Thailand. Cruise to a village homestay where you'll experience a traditional Baci welcome ceremony and have dinner with your local hosts.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Mekong River Slow Boat
- Mekong River Homestay & Traditional Performance
Landmarks/POIs Mekong River - Day 18
Mekong River Homestay to Chiang Khong
Spend your second day on the Mekong River, cruising along the scenic route and crossing into Thailand. Keep your eyes open for wildlife and just relax as you travel. You'll arrive in Chiang Khong by late afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Mekong River Slow Boat
- Border Crossing (Laos - Thailand)
Landmarks/POIs Mekong River - Day 19
Chiang Khong to Chiang Mai
Drive through rolling countryside to Chiang Mai, which sits alongside Thailand's northern mountains. This takes about 6-7 hours by private vehicle. Spend the afternoon getting to know this peaceful city, known for its traditional markets and temples. You can visit Doi Suthep, catch a Thai boxing match, cycle around, or shop at the famous night market.
Optional Activities
- Northern Thai Cooking Class
- Doi Suthep Temple Visit (2USD per person)
- Khantoke Dinner and Show (30USD per person)
- Chiang Mai Cycling Tour (1500THB per person)
- Street Food Walk at Chiang Mai Night Market
Landmarks/POIs Doi Suthep Chiang Mai Night Market - Day 20
Chiang Mai to Bangkok
Continue exploring Chiang Mai at your own pace. Visit the Doi Suthep temple overlooking the city, take a bicycle ride through the countryside, or relax with a massage. In the afternoon, board an overnight train toward Bangkok, departing between 12:00-13:00, and you'll wake up in the capital.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Doi Suthep Temple Visit (2USD per person)
- Khantoke Dinner and Show (30USD per person)
- Chiang Mai Cycling Tour (1500THB per person)
- Massage
- Street Food Walk at Chiang Mai Night Market
Landmarks/POIs Doi Suthep - Day 21
Bangkok
You'll arrive in Bangkok with the full day to freely explore Thailand's bustling capital. Visit Wat Pho, the Grand Palace, the National Museum, or Jim Thompson's House. Take a riverboat trip along the Chao Phraya River and through the canals for a different perspective. Shop for last-minute souvenirs or treat yourself to a Thai massage. Tonight, celebrate the end of your trip with a big night out with the group.
Included Activities
- Big Night Out
Optional Activities
- Klong Riverboat Tour (30USD per person)
- Wat Po Visit (300THB per person)
- Grand Palace Visit (15USD per person)
- Jim Thompson's House Visit (4USD per person)
- National Museum Visit (2USD per person)
Landmarks/POIs Wat Pho Grand Palace Chao Phraya River Jim Thompson's House - Day 22
Departure
It's time to say goodbye to your newfound friends. Snap some last-minute photos together and exchange contact info before you head on your way. You can depart at any time.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Departure Day
