14-Day Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos Itinerary: Premium Private Tour

Arrive in the capital city of Vietnam; Hanoi welcomes you with a smile. Transfer to your hotel and relax.

• Visit the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology which will introduce you to 50-plus ethnic minority groups with colorful cultures and lifestyles.
• Temple of Literature show you the influence of Chinese culture.
• In Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum, your guide will bring history to life.
• Get around the Old Quarter by a rickshaw to immerse in the local people's life.
• End your day with watching an water puppet performance, a uniquely northern Vietnamese art form.

Explore the the Old Quarter of Hanoi

• Transfer to Halong Bay, Board the cruise boat.
• Taste exquisite drinks and savor delicious food on board while enjoying the spectacular views.
• Swim in the emerald waters of Tra Bau in Lan Ha Bay.
• Join in interesting activities on board, such as cooking demonstrations and squid fishing.

Unwind and reconnect with nature on your private balcony

• In the morning, kayak in the Ao Ech area to discover Ha Long's hidden charm — Lan Ha Bay.
• After brunch, transfer back to Hanoi when your cruise reaches the shore at noon.
• Fly from Hanoi to Danang and then drive to the pretty and peaceful Hoi An.

Kayak in Lan Ha Bay

• Visit Tra Que Vegetable Village to observe local farmers working the organic fields using traditional methods.
• Pick fresh sawtooth coriander and Vietnamese mint for your cooking lesson later today.
• Learn the traditional methods of preparing and cooking Vietnamese food from scratch.

Make tasty food at the cooking class

• Measure Hoi An Ancient Town with your footsteps, your guide will lead you to Japanese Covered Bridge, Old House of Tan Ky and Fujian Assembly Hall.
• Transfer to Danang airport and fly to Ho Chi Minh City.

Meet a beautiful Vietnamese lady in Hoi An anticent town

• Visit the Reunification Palace, Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office. Send out a postcard from the central post office and see how long it takes to reach your home.
• Learn about the at the War Remnants Museum

Ho Chi Minh City skyline by the Saigon River

• Drive from Ho Chi Minh City to Cai Be, situated in the heart of Mekong Delta.
• Take a ride on a motor boat to experience the Delta scenery, including a once-bustling floating market that is now smaller.
• Have a leisurely sampan ride on picturesque canals.
• Return to Ho Chi Minh City and fly to Siem Reap.

The floating market in Mekong Delta

• Explore Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm, Bayon Temple, and Angkor Wat . Your tour guide will share interesting insights and even divulge some secrets of Apsara (female celestial being) carvings.

A monk entering a temple ruin in Angkor Wat

• Visit Bantey Srei which is situated in the jungles and built with pink sandstone, demonstrates the essences of Angkorian art.
• Stop at a less-known ruin, Banteay Samre.
• Visit the Cambodia Landmine Museum and learn about Aki Ra's lifelong efforts to eliminate landmines.

A sculpture in Banteay Srei: combat between Sugriva and Valin

• Enjoy a lazy morning in Siem Reap before the flight to Luang Prabang, Laos.
• Take a relaxing walk in the peaceful town of Luang Prabang.

The beautiful Xieng Thong Temple

• Participate in an important ritual: morning alms giving. To show respect, locals offer their first pot of sticky rice of the day to Buddhist monks, who walk a long distance barefoot into the town.
• Visit the morning market of Luang Prabang, Xieng Thong Temple, the Traditional Art Exhibition Center and the Royal Palace Museum.
• Hop on a traditional long-tail boat and cruise along the Mekong River. Relax and enjoy the stunning sunset views while sipping on a refreshing drink.

Monks walking in a line to collect alms in the early morning of Luang Prabang

• Visit Elephant Village, an elephant sanctuary operated by dedicated individuals who prioritize the protection and rehabilitation of elephants in Laos through responsible tourism.
• Engage with these gentle giants, offering them treats and learning about their fascinating behaviors and habits.
• Delve into the world of elephants by visiting the elephant hospital, museum, gallery, and dung paper making facility.
• Venture into the heart of the jungle on a 2-kilometer trek along the Trail of Falls
• Savor a picnic lunch at the camp restaurant, nestled amidst the tranquil forest surroundings.

Have a close encounter with elephant

After breakfast onboard, you will be transferred to the airport. Thanks for traveling with Highlights Travel and hope to see you again soon!