Thailand & Vietnam: Mountains & Coastlines
Start: Bangkok Finish: Ho Chi Minh City
Duration: 20 Nights
Physical rating: 2 - Light
Special diets catered: Vegetarians, Vegans
Tour Operator: G Adventures
Age range: Minimum age of 18 years for this trip.
Tour operated in: English
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Tour Overview
Do it all, and then some, on this 21-day tour of Thailand and Vietnam that features extra health and safety measures. Kicking off in Bangkok, enjoy the big city before heading to Sukhothai for a temple bike, then Chiang Mai for street food crawls, night markets, and a whole lot more. In Vietnam, take in the highlights of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh, then soak up Nha Trang's beautiful beaches and all the natural awesomeness the area has to offer.
Highlights
savour a street food crawl in Chiang Mai- see the best of the big cities' highlights
- Walk through the living history book of World War II sites
- Walk through the living history book of World War II sites, savour a street food crawl in Chiang Mai, paddle boat your way through caves, take in Qui Nhon's gorgeous coastline, see the best of the big cities' highlights
- paddle boat your way through caves
- take in Qui Nhon's gorgeous coastline
Places You'll See
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Itinerary
Day 1: Bangkok
Location: Bangkok
Arrive at any time.
There are no activities planned until tonight's welcome meeting and your First Night Out with the group.
ACTIVITY: Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
ACTIVITY: Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.
Day 2: Bangkok/Kanchanaburi
Location: Bangkok
Meals: BREAKFAST
Enjoy a free morning in Thailand's bustling capital. Transfer to Kanchanaburi and visit the Thai-Burma Railway Museum and War Cemetery, before stopping by the famous Bridge over the River Kwai.
In Bangkok, opt to take a klong boat tour through the city's canals and floating market, or visit the Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho. Tonight, stroll through Kanchanaburi's riverside and enjoy the local nightlife.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
ACTIVITY: Visit the Thai-Burmese Railway Museum to learn about the Death Railway's dark history, and the Allied War Cemetery where more than 6,000 prisoners are buried.
ACTIVITY: Take in a piece of World War II history on this visit. We're sure you've seen or at least heard of the famous movie "Bridge on the River Kwai." Well, now you can tour the real thing. It's massive, majestic, and imposing, offering fabulous views of the river below.
Day 3: Kanchanaburi
Location: Kanchanaburi
Meals: BREAKFAST
Dip into the turquoise waters of the seven-tiered Erawan Falls with an included visit to Erawan National Park. Visit Tham Krasae Bridge, a historic wooden railway carved into the mountains. Travel back to Kanchanaburi.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
ACTIVITY: Visit one of the world’s most beautiful waterfalls. Its seven tiers offer a unique experience at every climb, reaching up to 1,500m (4921 ft). Swim in the turquoise pools, snap photos from the top tier, and opt to hike in the jungle to spot monkeys.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
ACTIVITY: Take in spectacular views of the river from viewpoints along the historic Tham Krasae Bridge, part of the infamous Death Railway built during the Second World War.
Day 4: Kanchanaburi/Sukhothai
Location: Kanchanaburi
Meals: BREAKFAST
Begin the day with an early drive toward Sukhothai, the ancient capital of Siam. Visit the World Heritage listed Sukhothai Historical Park and bike through its impressive 13th century ruins.
Considered the birthplace of Thai art, architecture and language, Sukhothai is steeped in history and culture.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
ACTIVITY: Explore the ruins of the Sukhothai Kingdom's 13th-century capital, one of Thailand's best-preserved World Heritage Sites. With 26 temples and countless remains within its walls, hop on a bike to get the most of your visit to this impressive ancient city.
Day 5: Sukhothai/Chiang Mai
Location: Sukhothai
Meals: BREAKFAST
Travel to Chiang Mai and enjoy a free afternoon. Opt to visit Doi Suthep, one of the city's most famous and intricately designed Buddhist temples. Tonight, uncover the best spots to eat with your CEO on a street food crawl.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
ACTIVITY: Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.
ACTIVITY: Bring your appetite and your wallet. The CEO will bring the group to the best spots to eat and teach everyone about the local street food. Yum!
Day 6: Chiang Mai
Location: Chiang Mai
Meals: BREAKFAST
Take a full free day to relax or explore the countryside of northern Thailand. Enjoy a drink on us at tonight's Big Night Out!
Opt to take a full- or half-day tuk-tuk adventure, rent a bike and cycle through Chiang Mai, or take a local cooking class.
FREE TIME: FULL DAY With loads of optional activities, there's lots to see and do in Chiang Mai.
ACTIVITY: Tonight's the night to celebrate all the wild and humbling adventures you've just shared with new friends. Head into the Anusarn Night Market, grab a drink on us, and reminisce the night away! Try a local favourite--Thai Yadong--a mixture of rice whisky, rum, and traditional herbs.
Day 7: Chiang Mai/Hanoi
Location: Chiang Mai
Accommodation: Eco Luxury Hotel Hanoi
Meals: BREAKFAST
Fly to Hanoi.
TRANSPORT: Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
Day 8: Hanoi
Location: Hanoi
Accommodation: Eco Luxury Hotel Hanoi
Meals: BREAKFAST
Head out with your CEO for an orientation walk through Hanoi's Old Quarter. Enjoy the rest of the day free to explore.
ACTIVITY: Take an orientation walk through Hanoi's Old Quarter, a maze of streets, each one traditionally devoted to a different product or industry. Each street is named after the trade practiced on that street for several generations; it's an interesting glimpse into the life of a Hanoian in one of the oldest parts of town. Need a rest? Stop at Bia Hoi corner and pull up a plastic stool. Drink the local brew with the locals and make new friends.
FREE TIME: HALF DAY Enjoy the rest of the day free to explore Hanoi.
Day 9: Hanoi/Vinh
Location: Hanoi
Accommodation: Muong Thanh Grand Cua Dong Hotel
Meals: BREAKFAST
Travel to Ninh Binh, a city along the Red River Delta surrounded by towering karsts and winding rivers. Visit a local pagoda, then hop into a paddle boat for a guided tour through the area's stunning limestone caves and peaceful rice paddies. Continue to Vinh.
ACTIVITY: Hop into a local paddle boat for a two-hour tour of Ninh Binh's spectacular riverside, dotted with towering limestone rock formations and hidden caves. Take in the scenery as you drift past picturesque rice paddies and observe locals going about their day.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Day 10: Vinh/Phong Nha
Location: Vinh
Accommodation: Sai Gon Phong Nha Hotel
Meals: BREAKFAST
Travel through Vietnam's stunning countryside to the mountains of Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park. On arrival, opt to explore the town of Phong Nha by foot or by bike.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Day 11: Phong Nha
Location: Phong Nha
Accommodation: Sai Gon Phong Nha Hotel
Meals: BREAKFAST
Today, opt to head underground to explore the awe-inspiring caves of Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park, where the oldest karst mountains and longest cave in Asia are found.
FREE TIME: FULL DAY Take a full free day to explore the natural wonders of Phong Nha.
Day 12: Phong Nha/Huế
Location: Phong Nha
Accommodation: Asia Hotel
Meals: BREAKFAST
En route to Hue, visit the Vinh Moc Tunnels, a complex underground cave system in the former Vietnamese DMZ. Take an orientation walk around Hue and enjoy a free evening.
Opt to visit the Royal Tombs, Tien Mu Pagoda and Imperial Citadel.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
ACTIVITY: Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.
ACTIVITY: Built by local villagers to escape World War II bombings, take a guided tour of the Vinh Moc tunnels in a former Vietnamese demilitarized zone. Learn about the history of this complex underground cave system and its stories of human resilience.
Day 13: Huế/Hoi An
Location: Huế
Accommodation: Pho Hoi Riverside Resort
Meals: BREAKFAST
Enjoy a free morning in Hue. Later, travel to the port city of Hoi An. Join your CEO on a walk toward the picturesque Old Town and spot Chinese assembly halls, historic homes, and well-preserved pagodas along the way.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
ACTIVITY: Join your CEO on a stroll through the winding streets of Hoi An's Old Town and spot Chinese assembly halls, historic homes, and well-preserved pagodas along the way. (Entrance fee to Hoi An's Old Town is not included)
Day 14: Hoi An
Location: Hoi An
Accommodation: Pho Hoi Riverside Resort
Meals: BREAKFAST, LUNCH
Visit the G Adventures-supported Oodles of Noodles for an unforgettable cooking class. Enjoy a free afternoon before your Big Night Out with the group — the first drink's on us.
Noodles might be fun to eat, but they're even more fun to make! With free time, opt to visit the World Heritage listed My Son ruins or cruise down the Thu Bon River.
ACTIVITY: Try some of the oodles of noodles (more than 26 types!) available in the city in this tasty cooking class. Run by our G for Good partners, STREETS International, this class was developed exclusively for G Adventures. Former street youth that are part of this hospitality training program, will help you prepare and cook a number of different types of noodles. This program helps these youth practice their English, increasing their skill-set and opportunities available to them in the tourism industry. Enjoy your yummy creations while learning more about the local cuisine and this initiative which empowers street youth through skills and employment training.
ACTIVITY: Follow your CEO to the best riverside bar in Hoi An to celebrate new adventures with new friends. Grab a drink on our tab and reminisce about your favourite experiences thus far. Later, venture to the dance floor, take advantage of the drink specials, and make it a night to remember!
Day 15: Hoi An
Location: Hoi An
Accommodation: Pho Hoi Riverside Resort
Meals: BREAKFAST
Enjoy a full free day to explore Hoi An's rich culture and heritage, or just chill out and hit the beach.
FREE TIME: FULL DAY With lots to see and do in Hoi An, take the day to get out and explore.
Day 16: Hoi An/Qui Nhon
Location: Hoi An
Accommodation: Nhan Anh Hotel Quy Nhon
Meals: BREAKFAST
Spend the next few days soaking in the best coastal scenery as we hop from one beach town to another. With an early start, travel to Qui Nhon, a tranquil beach town largely off the tourist radar. Enjoy epic seaside views and opt to try the regional cuisine.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Day 17: Qui Nhon/Nha Trang
Location: Qui Nhon
Accommodation: Ken Hotel
Meals: BREAKFAST
Travel to Nha Trang via the stunning passes of Cổ Mã and Deo Cả, with sweeping views of the coastline as you drive past secluded bays and lush, green valleys. Head out for an evening street food crawl.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
ACTIVITY: Bring your appetite and your wallet. The CEO will bring the group to the best spots to eat and teach everyone about the local street food. Yum!
Day 18: Nha Trang/Mui Ne
Location: Nha Trang
Accommodation: Hon Rom Beach Resort
Meals: BREAKFAST
Enjoy a free morning to explore Nha Trang's local shops and markets. Opt to hit the beach and go snorkelling, or visit the local mud baths. Continue to Mui Ne, an off-the-beaten-track seaside retreat lined with palm trees and endless white sand.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Day 19: Mui Ne
Location: Mui Ne
Accommodation: Hon Rom Beach Resort
Meals: BREAKFAST
Enjoy a full free day to experience this little slice of coastal paradise. Opt to view the sunrise over towering sand dunes, visit the local seafood market, go sandboarding or kitesurfing, relax on the beach, or stop by a local fish sauce factory.
FREE TIME: FULL DAY Make the most of your time in Mui Ne. Get out and explore!
Day 20: Mui Ne/Ho Chi Minh City
Location: Mui Ne
Accommodation: White Lion Hotel
Meals: BREAKFAST
Travel to Ho Chi Minh City. Head out for an orientation walk with your CEO and get a feel for Vietnam's buzzing southern capital. Opt to visit the Ben Thanh Market for souvenirs and handicrafts, before hitting one of the city's many rooftop bars.
ACTIVITY: Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Day 21: Ho Chi Minh City
Location: Ho Chi Minh City
Meals: BREAKFAST
Depart at any time.
ACTIVITY: Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Hotels (18 nts), beach resort (2 nts).
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Meals
20 breakfasts, 1 lunch
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DMZ and Vinh Moc Tunnels Visit (Vinh)
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Your Discover Moment: Hoi An. Orientation walks in Chiang Mai, Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An, and Ho Chi Minh City. Visits to Thai/Burma Railway Centre and Allied War Cemetery, Bridge on the River Kwai (Kanchanaburi). Erawan National Park visit. Bike ride in Sukhothai Historical Park (Sukhothai). Street food crawl (Chiang Mai). Paddle boat ride (Ninh Bình). DMZ and Vinh Moc Tunnels Visit (Vinh). Street Food Crawl (Nha Trang).
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Your Big Night Out Moment: Reminisce Riverside, Hoi An
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Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
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DMZ and Vinh Moc Tunnels Visit (Vinh)
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Erawan National Park visit
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DMZ and Vinh Moc Tunnels Visit (Vinh)
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Visits to Thai/Burma Railway Centre and Allied War Cemetery, Bridge on the River Kwai (Kanchanaburi)
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Your G for Good Moment: Oodles of Noodles Demonstration and Lunch, Hoi An
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Street Food Crawl (Nha Trang)
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DMZ and Vinh Moc Tunnels Visit (Vinh)
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Paddle boat ride (Ninh Bình)
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Bike ride in Sukhothai Historical Park (Sukhothai)
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DMZ and Vinh Moc Tunnels Visit (Vinh)
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Your G for Good Moment: Oodles of Noodles Demonstration and Lunch, Hoi An Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Discover Moment: Chiang Mai Your Big Night Out Moment: Chiang Mai Celebration, Chiang Mai Your Big Night Out Moment: Reminisce Riverside, Hoi An Your Discover Moment: Hoi An
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Orientation walks in Chiang Mai, Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An, and Ho Chi Minh City
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Your Discover Moment: Chiang Mai
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Your Big Night Out Moment: Chiang Mai Celebration, Chiang Mai
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DMZ and Vinh Moc Tunnels Visit (Vinh)
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DMZ and Vinh Moc Tunnels Visit (Vinh)
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Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
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DMZ and Vinh Moc Tunnels Visit (Vinh)
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Street food crawl (Chiang Mai)
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