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Smiling Lands Thailand & Vietnam In 16 Days

16 days
From Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City
5.0
4 traveler reviews
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Plan your adventure:
In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Other languages on offer: German, French, Spanish, Chinese, Russian
Group Size 1 - 15
All Ages Welcome
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Highlights

  • Explore Bangkok's vibrant temples and palaces
  • Interact with elephants at a Chiang Mai sanctuary
  • Cruise and kayak through Halong Bay's grottoes
  • Cycle around the quaint streets of Hoi An
  • Visit the historic imperial sites of Hue

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Thailand - Bangkok Arrival
  2. Day 2 Bangkok - Grand Palace and Temples Tour (B)
  3. Day 3 Bangkok - Flight To Chiang Mai (B) - Flight Included
  4. Day 4 Chiang Mai Leisure (B) - With Optional Tour
  5. Day 5 Chiang Mai Leisure (B)
  6. Day 6 Chiang Mai - Flight To Hanoi (B)
  7. Day 7 Explore the Magnificent Halong Bay (B/L/D)
  8. Day 8 Halong Bay - Back To Tranquil Capital (B/L)
  9. Day 9 Hanoi - Flight To Hoi An (B) - Flight Included
  10. Day 10 Cherish Your Leisure Time In Ancient Town (B)
  11. Day 11 Travel From Hoi An To Hue (B)
  12. Day 12 Hue City Tour (B/L)
  13. Day 13 Travel From Graceful Hue To Ho Chi Minh (B) - Flight Included
  14. Day 14 Discover My Tho - Ben Tre - Can Tho (B/L)
  15. Day 15 Experience The Cai Rang Floating Market (B/L)
  16. Day 16 Time To Say Goodbye - Ho Chi Minh Departure (B)
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What's Included

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  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

  • Insurance
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Operated by

Responsible Asia

5.0
(111 reviews)

Number of tours

38

Age Range

1 to 99 years old

Response time

3 hours

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

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  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.3
  • 5.0
  • MC
    · September 30th, 2025
    I was attracted with the name of this tour. I truly felt pleasant during the trip. Nothing to complain.
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    Responsible Asia commented on this review
    Hi Milford, Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you had a pleasant experience on the tour and that everything met your expectations. Your comments are truly appreciated, as they help us understand what we're doing well and... Show more
    Trip date: September 2025
  • BL
    · September 18th, 2025
    Responsible Asia provided my family an unforgettable vacation. Not only did they take us to beautiful places, they also gave us a deeper understanding of the local culture and history. It was really great because we had the opportunity to interact with the locals and support environmental protection activities.
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    Responsible Asia commented on this review
    Hi Benjamin, Thank you for sharing your family’s experience! We’re so happy to hear that your family had an unforgettable vacation with Responsible Asia. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed not only the beautiful destinations but also the meaningful... Show more
    Trip date: July 2025
  • EM
    · September 8th, 2025
    I was quite satisfied with the tour organized by Responsible Asia. They not only provide great travel experiences but also take great care of every little detail. Their tours always focus on environmental protection and local community development. I love that. I always prefer sustainable travel. I could see Responsible Asia are doing their message well. Thanks!
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    Responsible Asia commented on this review
    Hi Eric, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and appreciated our focus on sustainability and community support. Responsible travel is at the heart of what we do, and it means a lot to know that this... Show more
    Trip date: April 2025
  • JW
    · August 19th, 2025
    I was quite curious and excited when I saw the name of this tour. I have never heard of Smiling Land before. Then, after experiencing it personally, it was truly an amazing destination for tourists who looked for peace far away from the hustle and bustle: mysterious Bangkok, Halong Bay - the tranquil capital, and ancient Hue. Thank you, Responsible Asia for offering this worthy tour. I definitely see you soon! Hope you will upgrade your service more and more!
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    Responsible Asia commented on this review
    Dear Joseph, Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your experience with us! We’re delighted to hear that Smiling Land brought you memorable moments in Bangkok, Halong Bay, and Hue. Knowing that you found peace and enjoyment in these... Show more
    Trip date: April 2025

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Tour ID: 272093

  • Currencies
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  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for type G.

    Type G
    Vietnam
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Thailand and Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Thailand and Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for Thailand and Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Thailand and Vietnam. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Thailand and Vietnam. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Thailand and Vietnam. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Thailand and Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before November 7th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after November 7th, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Responsible Asia. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 35 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Responsible Asia will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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Who is travelling?

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