A Wonderful Journey to Southeast Asia
Embark on a 15-day cultural and scenic journey through Vietnam and Laos. Begin in vibrant Ho Chi Minh City, then delve into the lush waterways of Mekong Delta. Fly north to the capital Hanoi, explore the natural beauty of Ninh Binh, and cruise through majestic limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay.
Continue your adventure in Laos, starting with the peaceful charm of Vientiane, the riverside beauty and caves of Vang Vieng, and conclude in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang, known for its temples, waterfalls, and rich cultural heritage.
Upon landing at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, our friendly driver will be waiting just outside the arrival gate, holding a sign with your name. Once you've collected your luggage and passed through customs, they will be easy to spot. If you have any trouble locating them, please don’t hesitate to call or message your Personal Travel Consultant for immediate assistance.
Then, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. The rest of the day is free to relax.
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.
At 07:30 - 08:00 – Our bus and guide will pick you up from your hotel. Depart Ho Chi Minh City for My Tho via the scenic Trung Luong Expressway.
Upon arrival in My Tho, visit the historic Vinh Trang Pagoda, known for its blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Khmer architecture. Then board a sampan for a scenic cruise along the Mekong River, passing the islands of Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise.
Stop at Unicorn Island to walk along peaceful village paths, visit fruit orchards, taste tropical fruits, and enjoy traditional folk music. Continue with a hand-rowed sampan ride through the tranquil Thoi Son canal, shaded by water coconut palms.
Visit a local family business, a bee farm, and a coconut candy workshop, where you’ll enjoy honey tea and observe local craftsmanship.
Enjoy lunch at a local riverside restaurant.
In the afternoon, cycle through Tan Thach Village to meet locals and explore rural life. Alternatively, relax in a hammock and enjoy the breeze. Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the late afternoon.
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before our bus and guide pick you up between 07:30 - 08:00 for a morning city tour.
Visit the Independence Palace (Reunification Palace), a key historical landmark built on the site of the former Norodom Palace. Continue to see elegant French colonial architecture, including the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office. Then visit the powerful War Remnants Museum, which features extensive exhibits on the Vietnam War and the earlier Indochina conflicts.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before heading to the Cu Chi Tunnels, about a 1.5-hour drive from the city. Upon arrival, watch a short introduction video, then explore the impressive underground tunnel system used by Vietnamese soldiers during wartime. See hidden trapdoors, living quarters, field hospitals, and command centers that reveal how life was sustained underground.
Afterward, enjoy tea and cassava, the traditional wartime food, and take a break. Those interested can also try shooting real firearms at the nearby range (optional, at your own expense).
Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the late afternoon. End of tour.
After breakfast, our driver will pick you up at your hotel and transfer you to Tan Son Nhat International airport for your flight to Ha Noi. Upon arrival, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel in Ha Noi. Check in and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.
After breakfast, your friendly local guide will pick you up between 08:00 - 08:30 to begin a full-day exploration of Hanoi, Vietnam’s vibrant capital.
08:45 – Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Hanoi, beautifully set on a small island in West Lake.
09:30 – Explore the Ho Chi Minh Complex. Visit the Mausoleum (viewing Ho Chi Minh's embalmed body), stroll through the gardens, and see the Stilt House and Presidential Palace. Then, stop at the unique One Pillar Pagoda, dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy.
Note: Modest dress is required (shoulders to knees).
11:15 – Visit the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology to learn about the cultures of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups. (On Mondays, the Vietnamese Women’s Museum will be visited instead.)
12:45 – Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant, featuring 8 delicious local dishes.
14:00 – Visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first national university, built in the 11th century.
15:15 – Discover the historic Hoa Lo Prison Museum, known as the "Hanoi Hilton," which held political prisoners during French colonial rule and American POWs during the Vietnam War.
16:15 - 16:30 – Tour ends. Return to your hotel.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Breakfast at your hotel.
07:30 – 8:00: Get picked up by our friendly guide then depart for Ninh Binh province
09:15: Have a short break for 15 – 20 minutes to relax
10:30: Visit Hoa Lư, ancient capital of Vietnam between 968 and 1010. You have a chance to learn about Vietnamese history in the feudal system under Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasty
11:45: Have a lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods such as goat meat, fish, chicken, fried rice…. Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch
13:00: Visit Trang An which was recognized by UNESCO as A World Heritage Site in 2014. Trang An has a wonderful tunnel cave system so Kong’s Movie Group chose this place for the New Version of Kong in 2016 – “Skull Island”. With 2 hours for the boat trip, you will be persuaded by the beauty here.
15:00: Continue the tour for 45 mins - cycling around the village to discover the life of local people.
15:45: Get back to the Limousine Bus then leave for Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here
17:00: Get on the bus to return to Hanoi and arrive at your hotel around 19:00.
Overnight in Ha Noi.
Breakfast at your hotel.
7:40 – 08:45: Hotel pick up with our shuttle bus. Short break half way.
11:45 – 12:00: Arriving Tuan Chau marina, transferred by tender of La Pandora cruises.
12:45 – 13:00: Welcome aboard the cruise. Refresh with our welcome drink. Meet the captain, crew in the cruise briefing, safety instruction.
13:00 – 13:15: A special lunch in Vietnamese cuisine of fresh seafood and an assortment of appetizing favorites are served while sailing through Islets of Con Vit.
16:00: The Cruise sails through Lan Ha Bay. The area is surrounded by extraordinary limestone karsts landscapes. We progress to the Ong Cam Area of Lan Ha Bay - a separate part of Ha Long Bay. This is a quiet tourist paradise in Vietnam, enjoy kayaking and/or enjoy swimming in the crystal-clear waters of the Bay.
17:30: Back to La Pandora Cruise, drop anchor for staying overnight. Enjoy cooking demonstrations (teaching you how to make our speciality, Spring rolls) and the complimentary Sunset Party on the sundeck with local wine and fresh fruit.
19:00: Dinner is served in the restaurant. Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful onboard catering staff. After dinner, retire to your cabin or join the fishing excursion, watch a movie, have a drink at the bar, wifi access or play exciting games.
Overnight on board.
06:00: Enjoy the sunrise and admire the never-ending miraculous scenery of the Bay.
06:30: Light breakfast, coffee and tea served.
07:00: Visit Dark & Bright Cave and islets by local rowing boats which is a wild and mysterious beauty in the middle of the World Heritage.
09:15: Back to our La Pandora Cruise, relax before checking out.
10:00: Lunch is served on board.
12:00: Disembark at the Tuan Chau marina by tender. Take our shuttle bus to return to Hanoi.
15:00 – 15:30: Arrival back at your hotel.
Overnight in Ha Noi.
After breakfast, enjoy some free time until your transfer to the airport for your flight to Vientiane, the laid-back capital of Laos. Upon arrival, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or begin exploring the city’s peaceful boulevards and riverside charm.
After breakfast, explore the peaceful charm of Vientiane, one of Southeast Asia’s most relaxed capitals. The tour includes visits to the city’s most iconic landmarks:
You’ll also have time to browse local markets filled with traditional Lao handicrafts.
Overnight in Vientiane.
After breakfast, visit the unique Buddha Park (Wat Xieng Khuan), home to over 200 religious statues blending Buddhist and Hindu imagery. Highlights include a 40-meter reclining Buddha, three-headed elephant Erawan, and a towering pumpkin-shaped structure you can climb for panoramic views.
After lunch by the Mekong River, depart for Vang Vieng. The drive takes you through scenic countryside to this laid-back town nestled among towering limestone cliffs and set along the Nam Song River.
Overnight in Vang Vieng.
(Distance: 180 km / approx. 3–4 hrs)
After breakfast, depart Vang Vieng and travel north along Route 13, a scenic drive that winds through dramatic highlands and lush countryside en route to Luang Prabang Province. Along the way, stop to visit a traditional Hmong village, gaining insight into the culture of this ethnic group, known for their rich traditions and distinctive lifestyle.
Continue through the mountainous landscapes to Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage site and former royal capital of Laos. Nestled between the Nam Khan and Mekong Rivers, the town is known for its well-preserved architecture, vibrant markets, and serene spiritual atmosphere.
Overnight in Luang Prabang
(Distance: 220 km / 5-6 hrs)
After breakfast, explore Luang Prabang the local way—by tuk tuk, Southeast Asia’s signature open-air three-wheeler. Depart your hotel at 8:30 AM to begin a full day of discovery in this charming UNESCO World Heritage town.
Start with a visit to the Morning Market, where locals shop for fresh produce, herbs, and unusual jungle delicacies. Your guide will introduce you to seasonal fruits and snacks, giving insight into daily Lao life.
A short walk takes you to Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham, one of Luang Prabang’s most beautifully adorned temples with intricate gold reliefs. Nearby is the Royal Palace Museum (Hor Kham), the former royal residence, which showcases royal artifacts and Lao history. Within the grounds, visit Hor Phra Bang, a chapel housing a revered Buddha image.
Hop back in the tuk tuk to Wat Visoun, one of the city’s oldest temples, known for its unique “Watermelon Stupa.” Continue along the Nam Khan River to Wat Xieng Thong, Luang Prabang’s most iconic temple, famous for its elegant rooflines and mosaic art.
Conclude the tour with a climb up Mount Phousi, rising 150 meters above the city. From the summit, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over the rivers, surrounding mountains, and temple-dotted cityscape—an ideal spot for sunset.
Return to your hotel by tuk tuk.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
After breakfast, start the day with a visit to Phosy Market, the largest in Luang Prabang, where hundreds of vendors offer everything from fresh produce to local goods.
Continue by vehicle to the stunning Kuang Si Waterfalls, stopping en route to visit Hmong and Khamu villages. Learn about the distinct cultures, traditions, and lifestyles of these ethnic groups and how they differ from Lao communities.
At Kuang Si, admire the three-tiered cascades that plunge into turquoise pools—ideal for a refreshing swim. While there, visit the Bear Rescue Center, home to Asiatic black bears rescued from illegal wildlife trade.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel.
At the appropriate time, enjoy a private transfer to Luang Prabang International Airport for your onward flight.
This marks the end of your 15 Days Journey Through Vietnam & Laos. We wish you a safe and pleasant journey ahead. Thank you for traveling with us!
