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Cultural Treasures of China and Thailand 16 Days

16 days
From Beijing to Phuket
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German, French, Spanish, Chinese, Russian
Group Size 1 - 15
All Ages Welcome
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Highlights

  • Explore the vibrant streets of Hanoi
  • Cruise through stunning Halong Bay
  • Cycle around Hoi An's countryside
  • Discover the Cu Chi Tunnels history
  • Visit the majestic Angkor Wat

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 BEIJING ARRIVAL
  2. Day 2 BEIJING (B/L) - PRIVATE TOUR
  3. Day 3 BEIJING (B/L) - PRIVATE TOUR
  4. Day 4 TRAVEL TO SHANGHAI BY SPEED TRAIN (B/L)
  5. Day 5 SHANGHAI (B/L) - PRIVATE TOUR
  6. Day 6 SHANGHAI (B/L) - PRIVATE TOUR
  7. Day 7 FLY TO BANGKOK (B)
  8. Day 8 BANGKOK TEMPLES (B/L) - PRIVATE TOUR
  9. Day 9 BANGKOK FLOATING MARKET (B) - PRIVATE TOUR
  10. Day 10 FLY TO CHIANG MAI (B)
  11. Day 11 HALF-DAY AT ELEPHANT SANCTUARY (B/L) - JOIN GROUP TOUR, SHARED TRANSFER
  12. Day 12 DAY TRIP TO CHIANG RAI (B/L) - JOIN GROUP TOUR
  13. Day 13 FLY TO PHUKET (B)
  14. Day 14 PHUKET FREE DAY (B)
  15. Day 15 PHUKET FREE DAY (B)
  16. Day 16 PHUKET DEPARTURE (B)
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Where You'll Stay

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Realistic Asia

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1 to 99 years old

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  • 4.9
  • AR
    · November 6th, 2025
    Traveling solo on this 16-day cultural adventure was easier and more rewarding than I could have imagined. Right from arrival, I felt supported — airport pickups were timely, and the guides always made sure I wasn’t left behind. I had the chance to explore China’s historical wonders — the Forbidden City, classical gardens, and ancient water towns — was awe-inspiring. In Thailand, I experienced temple tours, floating markets in Bangkok, and visited an elephant sanctuary at Chiang Mai. Ending the trip with a few free days in Phuket was such a perfect arrangement. The guides were friendly, inclusive, and always checked in on me. I never felt alone or overwhelmed — the operator handled every detail so that I could simply enjoy each moment. A perfect tour for anyone traveling solo.
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    Dear Allar, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience! We’re thrilled to hear that your 16-day cultural journey was both smooth and rewarding. It’s great to know that our team’s care and attention helped you feel supported and comfortable... Show more
    Trip date: October 2025
  • SK
    · October 19th, 2025
    Absolutely loved this tour! I was really impressed with how well Realistic Asia organized everything. The itinerary was perfectly planned. Everything ran smoothly and on time.
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    Realistic Asia commented on this review
    Dear Sumit, Thanks so much for your review! We’re really glad to know that you enjoyed your holiday in China and Thailand. Your feedback is highly appreciated, as it enables us to further develop our services. Trust us, you’ve made our day immensely... Show more
    Trip date: September 2025

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  • Vaccines
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    • Typhoid - Recommended for China and Thailand. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for China and Thailand. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for China and Thailand. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for China and Thailand. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for China and Thailand. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for China. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for China and Thailand. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for China and Thailand. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for China. Ideally 6 months 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 December 23rd, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after December 23rd, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Realistic 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 Realistic Asia will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
    • The following cards are accepted for "Realistic Asia" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
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