North Vietnam & Laos Adventure 14 days

DETAIL PROGRAM:

Day 1: Welcome to Hanoi - Capital of Vietnam

Upon your arrival at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) in Hanoi, you will be warmly greeted and transferred to your hotel. Settle into Vietnam's charming capital, known for its tree-lined boulevards, French colonial architecture, and delicious street food. Take some time to relax after your journey, or perhaps enjoy a leisurely evening stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter.

Day 2: Hanoi Full Day City Tour

Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Hanoi.

• Morning: Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (if open), a significant historical site, and Ho Chi Minh's Stilt House, his modest former residence. Explore the One Pillar Pagoda, a unique and iconic temple.
• Afternoon: Explore the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university, and Hoa Lo Prison, a former prison with a poignant history.
• Evening: Enjoy a traditional Water Puppet Show, a unique Vietnamese art form.

Day 3: Hanoi - Halong Bay Overnight Cruise

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Halong Bay.

• Morning: Depart Hanoi for Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Daytime/Evening: Embark on an overnight cruise through the stunning limestone karsts and emerald waters of Halong Bay. Enjoy activities such as kayaking, swimming, exploring caves, and enjoying fresh seafood.

Day 4: Halong Bay - Hanoi

Continue your Halong Bay cruise before returning to Hanoi.

• Morning: Enjoy a final morning of cruising in Halong Bay.
• Afternoon: Disembark and transfer back to Hanoi.

Day 5: Hanoi - Mai Chau - Trekking to Explore Ethnic Village

Escape the city and explore the tranquil valleys of Mai Chau.

• Morning: Depart Hanoi for Mai Chau, a beautiful valley surrounded by rice paddies and mountains.
• Afternoon: Enjoy a trekking excursion to explore local ethnic villages (Thai or H'mong), experiencing their traditional way of life.

Day 6: Mai Chau - Moc Chau - Pha Din Pass - Dien Bien Phu

Journey through scenic landscapes to the historical city of Dien Bien Phu.

• Daytime: Drive through the picturesque landscapes of Moc Chau, known for its tea plantations and rolling hills. Continue across the dramatic Pha Din Pass, offering stunning views, to Dien Bien Phu, a city with significant historical importance in the Vietnam War.

Day 7: Dien Bien Phu Discovery Full day

Explore the historical sites of Dien Bien Phu.

• Daytime: Visit key historical sites related to the Battle of Dien Bien Phu, including the Dien Bien Phu Museum, Eliane Hill, De Castries' Bunker, and the War Cemetery.

Day 8: Dien Bien Phu - Laos - Muang Khua - Nong Khiaw

Cross the border into Laos and experience the serene beauty of Nong Khiaw.

• Daytime: Cross the border into Laos. The journey will involve road travel and potentially a boat trip. The destination is Muang Khua, a small town on the Nam Ou River. From Muang Khua, you will take a boat trip down the Nam Ou River to Nong Khiaw, a beautiful town surrounded by limestone cliffs.

Day 9: Nong Khiaw - Luang Prabang - Pak Ou Cave

Journey to the UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang.

• Daytime: Enjoy a scenic boat trip down the Nam Ou River to Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage town. En route, you'll stop at the Pak Ou Caves, two limestone caves filled with thousands of Buddha images.

Day 10: Luang Prabang City Tour - Kwang Si Waterfall

Explore the cultural highlights of Luang Prabang.

• Morning: Explore the temples of Luang Prabang, including Wat Xieng Thong, the city's most magnificent temple.
• Afternoon: Visit the beautiful Kuang Si Waterfalls, a multi-tiered cascade with turquoise pools.

Day 11: Luang Prabang - Phonsavan

Journey to Phonsavan, the gateway to the Plain of Jars.

• Daytime: Drive from Luang Prabang to Phonsavan, the capital of Xieng Khuang province, known for the mysterious Plain of Jars.

Day 12: Phonsavan - Xieng Khuang - Explore Plain of Jars

Explore the enigmatic Plain of Jars.

• Daytime: Explore the Plain of Jars, a landscape dotted with thousands of ancient stone jars of unknown origin. Visit Site 1, Site 2, and Site 3 to see different groupings of the jars.

Day 13: Xieng Khuang - Fly to Vientiane + City Tour

Fly to the capital of Laos and explore its highlights.

• Daytime: Fly from Xieng Khuang (Phonsavan) to Vientiane, the capital of Laos.
• Explore Vientiane, including Pha That Luang, Laos's most important national monument, Patuxai (Victory Monument), and Wat Sisaket, the oldest temple in Vientiane.

Day 14: Vientiane Departure

Your adventure concludes in Vientiane.

• Depending on your flight schedule, you may have some free time for last-minute souvenir shopping or exploring more of Vientiane.
• Transfer to Wattay International Airport (VTE) for your departure flight.

• Overnight in shared Twin/ Double room with Air-condition (AC) at hotel or homestay with local
• All transport during tour on air-conditioned vehicle as per itinerary (including airport pick up & see off) in Vietnam and Laos
• All in-tour stationed local English-speaking guide.
• Meals as indicated in the program: 13 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches, 1 Brunch, 3 Dinner
• Entrance fees as per itinerary

Tour Price

Notes:

• All prices in USD, are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
• Prices are valid from 01 November 2022 till 31 October 2023 except Peak Season from 20 Dec 2022 to 10 Jan 2023 and from 08 Feb 2023 to 20 Feb 2023
• Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request