Independent Sensational Southeast Asia with Phuket Beach Stay
Independent Sensational Southeast Asia with Phuket Beach Stay
16 Days
Visiting: Hanoi, Hạ Long Bay, Ho Chi Minh City, Krong Siem Reap, Bangkok, Phuket, Asia
Tour operator:
Tour code:
IAH2-2024
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Trip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Sample the best of Southeast Asia on this fascinating journey with Independence by Globus. You’ll begin in Hanoi, Vietnam, with guided sightseeing and a cyclo ride through the ancient Old Quarter where merchants trade as they have for centuries. Visit Ho Chi Minh’s humble cottage, as well as the mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, the Presidential Palace, and the 900-year-old Temple of Literature. Embark on a cruise on stunning Ha Long Bay, with its 3,000 limestone islands carved by time into spectacular landscapes rising from the Gulf of Tonkin. Savor traditional Vietnamese cuisine on this overnight cruise and visit spectacular caves, tunnels, and pristine beaches. Fly to Ho Chi Minh City to explore the city’s many famed landmarks, including the War Remnants Museum and the bustling Ben Thanh Market. Take an excursion to the Cu Chi tunnels—an extraordinary network of passageways used by the Viet Cong during the war. In Siem Reap, visit the largest temple complex in the world—including incomparable Angkor Wat. See the Bayon Temple at Angkor Thom with some 200 faces carved in 54 towers. Interact with the children at a local school, and venture on to Ta Prohm—virtually untouched and wrapped in ancient tree roots around its ruins. Start your exploration of Bangkok with a boat ride through the city’s famous canals, or klongs, to see family homes and temples—you’ll quickly see why they call this city “Venice of the East.” Next, visit Wat Arun, also known as the Temple of the Dawn, and the Grand Palace, which houses the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Lastly, stop at the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, the oldest and largest Buddhist temple in Bangkok, featuring one of the largest Buddha statues in Thailand. You’ll also have I-time to explore more of Bangkok and other nearby attractions including Damnoen Saduak floating market and the ancient capital of Ayutthaya. End your independent journey with a three-night stay at a beachfront resort in Phuket. Explore the area at your leisure or simply relax at the beach!
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Hanoi,Vietnam
Location: Hanoi
Welcome to Vietnam! Your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.
Day 2: Hanoi
Location: Hanoi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
• This morning, enjoy a private guided tour of the city. First, take a cyclo ride though the ancient streets of the fascinating Old Quarter. Here, merchants trade as they have for centuries. • Then, visit the mausoleum and the humble cottage from which “Uncle Ho” ruled Vietnam until his death in 1969. Next on the agenda: One Pillar Pagoda and the Presidential Palace. • Also, visit the ancient Temple of Literature, more than 900 years old and Hanoi’s first university.• Enjoy lunch at Koto, a non-profit restaurant and hospitality program that teaches local children restaurant skills for stable employment opportunities.
Day 3: Hanoi,Ha Long Bay Cruise (Embarkation)
Location: Hanoi, Hạ Long Bay
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Ha Long Bay Cruise (Disembarkation),Hanoi,Ho Chi Minh City
Location: Hạ Long Bay, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City
Meals Included: Breakfast
• Early birds can participate in a tai chi demonstration on the Sun Deck at the break of dawn. • Further, explore the bay before disembarking later in the morning.• A private transfer brings you to Hanoi for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City, still known as Saigon to many.
Day 5: Ho Chi Minh City
Location: Ho Chi Minh City
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
• Start your private guided sightseeing with a walking tour of the city’s famous and historic landmarks as you stroll through the heart of the city along Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Catinat) past the Rex Hotel, Ho Chi Minh Square, the Municipal Theatre, Central Post Office, and Notre Dame Cathedral. • Next, visit the moving War Remnants Museum, followed by bustling Ben Thanh Market, the largest and oldest in the city.
Day 6: Ho Chi Minh City
Location: Ho Chi Minh City
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 7: Ho Chi Minh City,Siem Reap,Cambodia
Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Krong Siem Reap, Krong Siem Reap
Meals Included: Breakfast
• Today, fly to Siem Reap, your base for exploring the temples of Angkor. Constructed between the 9th and 13th centuries, the temples are unmatched among the world’s ancient ruins.
Day 8: Siem Reap
Location: Krong Siem Reap
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 9: Siem Reap
Location: Krong Siem Reap
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 10: Siem Reap,Bangkok,Thailand
Location: Krong Siem Reap, Bangkok, Bangkok
Meals Included: Breakfast
• Today, fly to Bangkok, Thailand’s capital city.
Day 11: Bangkok
Location: Bangkok
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
• Today’s private guided tour starts with a boat ride through the klongs, Bangkok’s famous canals. • Next, stop at Wat Arun, the Temple of the Dawn, whose 260-foot-tall spire has become identified with Bangkok. • Continue to the Grand Palace, comprised of the Funeral Palace, the Reception Palace, the Throne Hall, the Coronation Hall, the Royal Guest House, and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. • Lastly, visit the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, the oldest and largest Buddhist temple in Bangkok. It houses more than 1,000 Buddha images, including the 49-foot-high and 151-foot-long massive Reclining Buddha.
Day 12: Bangkok
Location: Bangkok
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 13: Bangkok,Phuket
Location: Bangkok, Phuket
Meals Included: Breakfast
• Today, fly to Phuket, Thailand’s most popular beach area. Transfer to your beachfront resort.
Day 14: Phuket
Location: Phuket
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 15: Phuket
Location: Phuket
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 16: Phuket
Location: Phuket
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
UNESCO Sites
Angkor Thom|Angkor Wat|Banteay Srei|Bayon Temple|Ha Long Bay|Ta Prohm
Meals
Breakfast daily; 5 lunches; 1 dinner
Accommodation
Hanoi:Moevenpick Hotel HanoiHa Long Bay:Paradise EleganceHo Chi Minh City:Caravelle SaigonSiem Reap:Borei Angkor Resort & SpaBangkok:Eastin Grand Hotel SathornPhuket:Avista Grande Phuket Karon - Mgallery
Check out our Q&As
-
How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
-
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
-
What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
-
What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
-
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
Reviews of this Operator
Book with Confidence
-
Low Deposit
Globus requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
-
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of globus charges.
Up to 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 89 days before tour starts: Forfeit 20% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Why book with tourhub?
Safe & Secure
Your money is protected in an external trust until you travel.
100% Guaranteed Refunds if your trip is cancelled.
The safest way to make overseas, multi-currency payments.
Guaranteed Best Value
Industry leading discounts, we won't be beaten on price.
No cancellation or amendment fees from tourhub.
(Operator terms may apply)
Expert Knowledge
Reliable & unbiased advice from travel experts.
Direct contact with the tour operator via our messaging service.
Inspiration & advice from a community of 6000+ real travellers, influencers & content creators.
Trusted Service
Official partners & licensed agents of 1000+ tour operators worldwide.
Don't just take our word for it...
"Tourhub: Friendliness, Professionalism & Integrity I would happily give tourhub a 6* review if I could..."