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38-Day Grand Indochina Tour: Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia & Thailand

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This 38-day Grand Indochina Journey is designed for travel professionals organizing long-haul cultural expeditions for seasoned travelers, retirees, or high-end clients seeking an immersive, cross-border discovery of Southeast Asia. Covering the most iconic destinations in Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, and Thailand, this program delivers a seamless blend of world heritage sites, local traditions, regional cuisine, and breathtaking landscapes. From Halong Bay and Luang Prabang to Angkor Wat and Chiang Mai, every detail is handled with precision by Dong DMC’s multi-country operations team, allowing you to confidently offer a deeply enriching, worry-free journey under one trusted partner.

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  • Meet & greet at Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport with private transfer to a boutique or 4-5 star hotel near Hoan Kiem Lake.
  • Optional: Relaxing spa session or sipping an egg coffee at a local café to unwind after arrival.
  • Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, his stilt house, and the One Pillar Pagoda.
  • Explore the Temple of Literature, then take a cyclo ride through the Old Quarter.
  • Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch. Afternoon free time for shopping or a Water Puppet Show.
  • Day trip to Ninh Binh: Explore the ancient capital Hoa Lu.
  • Take a hand-rowed boat through Tam Coc’s river caves and limestone karsts.
  • Lunch featuring local specialties like goat meat.
  • Early departure by luxury bus to Sapa.
  • Afternoon at leisure to enjoy the cool mountain ambiance in Sapa Town.
  • Check-in at a boutique mountain resort or hotel.
  • Enjoy a light trek through terraced rice fields.
  • Visit ethnic minority villages (H’Mong, Dao), learn about their culture and traditions.
  • Picnic lunch or meal at a local home.
  • Take the cable car to the top of Fansipan, the “Roof of Indochina.”
  • Admire panoramic views of the Hoang Lien Son range.
  • Light lunch on the mountain, afternoon at leisure.
  • Return to Hanoi by comfortable bus.
  • Afternoon free to relax or explore the city at your own pace.
  • Transfer to Halong Bay, board an overnight luxury cruise.
  • Explore caves, enjoy kayaking, swimming.
  • Sunset cocktails and gourmet seafood dinner on board
  • Morning activities on the cruise: Taichi, cave visit, brunch onboard.
  • Return to Hanoi, fly to Danang, then private transfer to Hoi An.
  • Evening: stroll through the lantern-lit Old Town
  • Half-day walking tour: Japanese Covered Bridge, ancient houses, assembly halls.
  • Afternoon free to tailor-make clothes, taste local specialties, or relax by the riverside.
  • Take a traditional basket boat ride through coconut groves, try catching crabs.
  • Electric car transfer to Tra Que Village: learn about organic farming and enjoy a Vietnamese cooking class.
  • Cable car ride up Ba Na Hills, visit the iconic Golden Bridge.
  • Explore the French Village, gardens, and leisure park.
  • Return to Hoi An by late afternoon.
  • Optional beach day at An Bang Beach, spa treatments, or a private cooking class.
  • Evening: enjoy a lantern-lit boat ride on the Hoai River.
  • Stop at the Marble Mountains, see stone carving workshops.
  • Drive over the scenic Hai Van Pass (if desired), reach Hue by afternoon.
  • Check-in at a heritage-style hotel by the Perfume River.
  • Visit the Imperial Citadel, Emperor Minh Mang’s Tomb, and Khai Dinh’s Tomb.
  • Enjoy Hue’s royal cuisine and consider an evening traditional Hue folk music performance on the river.
  • Morning flight to Saigon. Check-in at a centrally-located upscale hotel.
  • Afternoon free for Ben Thanh Market shopping, rooftop café, or museums.
  • City tour: Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office.
  • Afternoon excursion to Cu Chi Tunnels to understand Vietnam’s war history.
  • Boat ride through the lush canals of the Mekong Delta.
  • Visit fruit orchards, sample tropical fruits and coconut candy. Lunch at a local home.

Optional street food tour by scooter, museum visits, or luxury spa treatments.

  • Fly to Vientiane, transfer to a central hotel.
  • Afternoon at leisure or try a traditional Lao massage.
  • Explore That Luang Stupa, Patuxai, Wat Sisaket.
  • Lunch with Lao specialties and Lao coffee tasting.
  • Visit Buddha Park with impressive Hindu and Buddhist sculptures.
  • Drive to Vang Vieng, enjoy an afternoon kayak or sunset over limestone cliffs.
  • Scenic drive to Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Evening exploring the Night Market and checking into a boutique hotel
  • Visit the Royal Palace Museum, Wat Xieng Thong, and other historic temples.
  • Optional early morning alms-giving ceremony at sunrise.
  • Morning excursion to the stunning Kuang Si Waterfall.
  • Swim in turquoise pools and visit the Bear Rescue Center. Picnic lunch provided.
  • Fly to Siem Reap, check-in at a luxury resort.
  • Evening free to explore Pub Street or enjoy a Khmer spa treatment.
  • Explore Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Bayon, and Ta Prohm.
  • Enjoy a traditional Khmer lunch at a local restaurant.
  • Option: Tonle Sap Lake floating village or Banteay Srei Temple.
  • Afternoon free for local markets, craft shops, or an Apsara dance show.
  • Fly to Bangkok, transfer to a central 4-5 star hotel.
  • Evening: street food exploration or a river dinner cruise on the Chao Phraya.
  • Visit the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew (Emerald Buddha), and Wat Arun.
  • Afternoon boat ride on the Chao Phraya River or shopping excursion.
  • Explore the ancient capital of Ayutthaya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Enjoy a boat trip around the historical park.
  • Fly to Chiang Mai, check-in at a charming Lanna-style resort.
  • Evening: visit the Night Bazaar, sample local Khao Soi noodles.
  • Excursion to Thailand’s highest peak, Doi Inthanon National Park.
  • Admire the Vachiritharn Waterfall and hill tribe villages.
  • Day trip to the Golden Triangle region.
  • Boat ride on the Mekong River, viewpoints of Myanmar and Laos borders.
  • Fly to Phuket, check-in at a luxury beach resort.
  • Afternoon free for spa, beachfront relaxation, or a sunset cocktail.
  • Full-day speedboat tour to Phi Phi Islands.
  • Snorkeling, swimming, and a tropical lunch on the island.
  • Enjoy resort facilities, relax on the beach.
  • Optional excursions: Phang Nga Bay, James Bond Island, or a cultural show.
  • Private transfer to Phuket Airport for your onward flight.
  • End of the journey.
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Frequently Asked Questions for Travel Professionals

This tour is ideal for experienced travelers, retirees, slow-travel clients, and cultural enthusiasts seeking a deep, immersive journey across four Southeast Asian countries. It's well-suited for travel professionals targeting high-value leisure clients or private group programs.

The tour covers key highlights in:
  • Vietnam: Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An, Saigon
  • Laos: Vientiane, Luang Prabang
  • Cambodia: Phnom Penh, Siem Reap (Angkor Wat)
  • Thailand: Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai
It offers a balanced mix of UNESCO sites, nature, history, and cultural immersion.

Yes. Dong DMC offers full flexibility to adapt the tour to interest-based themes such as culinary, photography, spiritual, or historical travel. We also support private departures for families or affinity groups.

Yes. The tour includes all regional flights, overland transfers, and visa guidance between Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, and Thailand. Dong DMC ensures seamless handovers and coordination across borders.

Dong DMC provides white-label brochures, net pricing, tailored itineraries, and 24/7 multi-country coordination. Our on-ground teams in all four countries allow you to manage complex itineraries with one reliable partner.

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