With 17 days 16 nights, the trip covers all famous highlight tourist sites in Indochina. The first country is Vietnam with the three typical regions with its own distinctive beauty. Arriving Sai Gon, you will take city tour and massive underground Cu Chi tunnels used  as a military base for the Vietcong in the American war, drive to My Tho to sail along green canals as well as explore the daily life of people living along Mekong Delta and sailing along green canals. Moving to the country’s center, World Heritage Sites Hue & Hoian recognized by UNESCO are waiting for your discovery. Tombs, palaces, ancient house bring you back to prosperous historic period of Vietnam, in particularly join in Cooking Class to cook traditional specialties by yourself. Come to the North of Vietnam, the first place visiting is charm Hanoi capital city and enjoy the magnificent scenery of thousands of limestone dotted on the emerald water of Halong Bay – Bay of the Descending Dragon.

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh Arrival (D)
On arrival at Tan San Nhat Airport, welcome by Asia King Travel's guide and transfer to the hotel. Ho Chi Minh City is a center of commerce, finance, culture and tourism in Vietnam. This bustling metropolis, contradiction of its northern counterpart, is crowded with bikes and motorbikes, excited by numerous shopping area and sidewalk cafes. If time permits, we stroll around the down town to explore the different local ways of life. Dinner at the nice local restaurant. Overnight at the hotel in Ho Chi Minh

Day 2: HCM – Cu Chi Tunnel (B, L)
Morning after having breakfast at hotel we departure for the famous Cu Chi Tunnels which were an incredible underground network constructed by Vietnamese fighters during the long struggle for independence. The tunnels contained hospitals, plus accommodation and schools, and were used as a military base for the Vietcong in the American war. Return to Saigon for lunch. Afternoon we will visit some major sights of the city. We pass the now-demolished wartime American Embassy before we visit the Reunification Palace which was the former residence of the President of South Vietnam until end of April 1975, and some French colonial structures including the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Saigon Post Office. After seeing the Jade Emperor Pagoda and the War Remnant Museum, we continue our trip on to the bustling Ben Thanh Market where anything and everything is for sale. Overnight at the hotel in Ho Chi Minh

Day 3: HCM – Mekong Delta (B, L)
Heading out of the town, we travel by roads to the Mekong Delta, Vietnam's largest rice bowl. On arrival in My Tho we embark on a boat navigating around the intricate small canals in the delta region, which is a great way to observe the local lifestyle close-up and catch a view dotted by many islands. The exciting excursion will pass the lush green vegetation before arriving at the famous Unicorn Island. Here we have opportunities to stroll around an orchard, taste many seasonal fruits and enjoy wonderful traditional music. The next stop of our trip is Ben Tre Province to visit some fascinating local industries. After feasting on a huge lunch we return to Ho Chi Minh. Overnight at the hotel in Ho Chi Minh

Day 4: HCM - Danang - Hoian (B, L) 
Taking morning flight to Danang. On arrival you are greeted and driven to Hoian, which was originally a Cham seaport but has been influenced down centuries by a myriad of traders from various cultures. Arrival in Hoian, we will visit this delightful and tranquil town, some of which are the famous Japanese Covered Bridges, the Pottery Museum, the 200 years old Tam Ky House, the Chua Ong Pagoda, the vibrant market. Overnight at the hotel in Hoian

Day 5: Hoian Cooking Class - Hue (B, L)
We start the day at 8.45 am with a drink at Hai Scout Cafe - our meeting point. Visit Hoi A’s colorful market, and experience the amazing sights this market. We board the Red Bridge boat for a leisurely cruise, about 25 minutes, along the Hoi An River to the Red Bridge Cooking School. On arrival, we have a chance to explore the cooking school’s herb and vegetable before learning some Hoi well-known dishes. The cooking class is interesting and much fun as learning the locals and their cuisine art. Our class take about one and a half hour and consisting of demonstrations from the school’s chefs as well as the chance for us to help prepare some dishes. After the cooking class, we will departure for Hue, along the way, we make stopover at the sensational Marble Mountains, the China Beach. We then follow the road crossing over the scenic Hai Van Pass before arriving in Hue, Vietnam's last imperial capital of Vietnam. Overnight at the hotel in Hue

Day 6: Hue – Flight to Hanoi (B, L) 
After breakfast we visit the Citadel, containing the Imperial City and the Forbidden Purple city, the Emperor's private residence then we embark on a boat for cruise upstream on the Perfume River which also gives us a taste of the scenic countryside as well as an enjoyable visit to the beautiful pagoda of Thien Mu. Upon leaving this symbol of Hue we continue navigating to the mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang, in a tranquil setting of gardens and lakes. The next stop of our trip is the elaborate royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc. On return to the city, we then take a walk to the bustling Dong Ba Market and pass many fantastic eating spots where visitors have a chance to sample some local delicacies, and then transfer to airport for flight to Hanoi. Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi

Day 7: Hanoi - Halong (B, L, D)
Breakfast at hotel and then start a 3-hour drive through the Red River Delta to Ha Long City. Comfort stop en route for photos and coffee before arriving to Ha Long City. We then transfer to a refurbished wooden sailing junk for a cruise through the limestone cliffs and emerald waters of Ha Long Bay, giving us the chance to take in the stunning scenery of this World Heritage Site. While on board we will be served a sumptuous fresh, local seafood lunch followed by a swim and exploring some of the limestone caves in this area. When the sun comes down we drop anchor for the night nearby a remote island. Dinner & Overnight on Junk

Day 8: Ha Long Bay - Hanoi (B)
Rising to the tranquil beauty of the bay we have time for an early morning dip with joys and emotions for watching sunrise on sea followed by breakfast. This morning we continue to move around the bay to find more secluded areas. The junk will be near us at all times serving as a back up vessel for those that require it. At around midday we will return to the main harbor before transferring to our awaiting vehicle for a 3-hour journey back to Hanoi. Arrive in Hanoi, free time.  Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi

Day 9: Hanoi (B, L)
Today we enjoy a full day city tour starting with the Ho Chi Minh Complex. This famous site contains the mausoleum of the nation’s founder Ho Chi Minh (Friday, Monday and from 5 Oct to 5 Dec 08 Closed) the Presidential Palace and the Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts. Close to this complex is the One Pillar Pagoda, whose origins date back to the foundation of city. We follow this with the Temple of Literature, which is well known as the first university of Vietnam and the impressive Ethnologic Museum, dedicated to Vietnam's 54 ethnic groups. Then visit Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son temple, finally short tour by cyclo in the Old Quarter. Tonight we enjoy the water puppet show. Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi

Day 10: Hanoi – Luang Prabang (B, L)
There is free time to relax or further explore Ha Noi. The tour ends after your transfer to Noi Bai Airport for departure to Luang Prabang. Pick up and transfer to the hotel. After a short rest, we visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrine of Wat Aham, Wat Mai; we then climb up to the top of Phousi Mount for an enjoyable exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a beautiful sunset view of the city and the Mekong River. From there, we explore Street Night Market, where you can find the lovely collection and handmade textile by local and hill tribe people surrounding Luang Prabang. Overnight at the hotel in Luang Prabang

Day 11: Luang Prabang (B, L)
After breakfast, we enjoy a short-guided tour seeing the city’s oldest temple of Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground, which represent the classical architecture of Luang Prabang temple. We then board a cruise upstream on the Mekong River, which also gives us a beautiful view of the tranquil countryside as well as an interesting visit to the mysterious of Pak Ou Caves, crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes. Along the way, we stop at the village of Ban Xanghai, where they make the distillation of local rice wine. On return, we take a short drive to Ban Phanom, well known for its hand weaving. You will visit the morning Phousi Market where you will see such diverse offerings as dried buffalo skin, local tea and saltpeter among the chickens, vegetables and hill-tribe weavings. Laos is also known for its traditional crafts, and today you will visit local village of Lao ethnic minority groups at Ban Ouay, Hmong Village, Ban Ou, Laoloum Village and Ban Thapene, Khmu Village, then drive to the beautiful Khouangsi Waterfall where you can splash around in the pools or walk along the forest paths, return to Luang Prabang. Overnight at the hotel in Luang Prabang

Day 12: Luang Prabang – Vientiane (B, L)
Morning visit the National Museum at the former Royal Palace, and the Central Market. Then transfer to airport for flight to Vientiane. Upon arrival, we see the major temples including the oldest Wat Sisaket, a temple of thousands of miniature Buddha statues and the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha Image. On the way to the famous, sacred structure of That Luang Stupa, we stop to take some pictures of the imposing Patuxay Monument, which is Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph, sunset by Mekong Riverside and late evening. Overnight at the hotel in Vientiane

Day 13: Vientiane – Flight to Siem Reap (B, L)
After breakfast, transfer to airport for flight to Siem Reap. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Visit the Roluos Group. The monuments of Roluos, which served as the capital of Indravarman I,  Preah Ko, Bakong, Lolei. In the afternoon, continue your temple tour. See the unique interior brick sculptures Prasat Kravan, the Srah Srang reservoir (known as "The Royal Baths" was once used for ritual bathing), Banteay Kdei , Eastern Mebon and the mountain-temple of Pre Rup until sunset. Overnight at the hotel in Siem Reap

Day 14: Angkor Temple (B, L)
In the morning we visit the most famous of all the temples on the plain of Angkor: Angkor Wat. The temple complex covers 81 hectares and is comparable in size to the Imperial Palace in Beijing. Its distinctive five towers are emblazoned on the Cambodian flag and the 12th century masterpiece is considered by art historians to be the prime example of classical Khmer art and architecture. Angkor Wat's five towers symbolize Meru's five peaks - the enclosed wall represents the mountains at the edge of the world and the surrounding moat, the ocean beyond. Lunch at local restaurant. Visit the South Gate, the ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th century),  Bayon Temple, the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephants Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. Sunset at Angkor Wat. Overnight at the hotel in Siem Reap

Day 15: Angkor Temple (B, L)
Morning, transfer to Banteay Srei temple (10th century), regarded as the jewel in the crown of Classical Khmer Art. Continue to Ta Prohm, one of the area's most beautiful temples. Ta Prohm has been relatively untouched since it was discovered and retains much of its mystery. Lunch at local restaurant. In the afternoon, you continue your temple visits to Preah Khan. Built by the King Jayavarman VII, Preah Khan is, like Ta Prohm, a place of towered enclosures and shoulder hugging corridors. Unlike Ta Prohm, however, the temple of Preah Khan is in a reasonable state of preservation and ongoing restoration efforts should maintain and even improve this situation. Neak Pean, a fountain built in the middle of a pool, Ta Som and Banteay Samre, built in the third quarter of the 12th century. It consists of a central temple with four wings preceded by a hall and accompanied by two libraries, the southern example remarkably well preserved. Overnight at the hotel in Siem Reap

Day 16:  Siem Reap – Phnom Penh (B,L)
Morning experience an interesting boat trip to Phnom Penh to see the scenic view of the Cambodian rural life-style along the riverbank. Upon arrival, pick up and transfer to hotel in Phnom Penh. Afternoon, visit the Victory Monument, and the National Museum, also called Musee des Beaux-Arts. A French archaeologist and painter, Georges Groslier, designed it in Khmer style in 1917. The museum contains a collection of Khmer art - notably sculptures – from throughout the ages. Visit the Royal Palace, built by King Norodom in 1866 on the site of the old town, and the Silver Pagoda. Located within the grounds of the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda is so named because of its floor, which is made up of 5000 silver tiles. The treasures found inside include a solid gold Buddha encrusted and weighing 90kilograms and a small 17th century emerald and baccarat crystal Buddha. Overnight at the hotel in Phnom Penh

Day 17: Phnom Penh – Departure (B, L)
You are free & easy until transferring to the airport for the flight back your country. End of Asia King Travel’s Services.

Trip includes:

• Private English speaking guide
• Accommodation based on twin sharing room with daily breakfast
• Transfers & transport by private vehicle
• Halong junk cruise 2 days/ 1 night
• Hoian cooking class with lunch
• Cyclo tour in Hanoi
• Domestic airtickets: Saigon – Danang; Hue – Hanoi; Luang Prabang – Vientiane
• International air ticket:  Hanoi – Luang Prabang; Vientiane – Siem Reap
• All entrance fees
• Private traditional boat: Mekong Delta; Hue, Pak Ou cave
• Speed boat: Siem Reap – Phnom Penh
• Meals as indicated (B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner)
• Water & cool towels
• Government taxes & service charge

 
Trip doesn’t include:

• International flights
• International departure tax (25 USD/ pax in Cambodia, 10 USD/ pax in Laos)
• Vietnam visa stamp fee
• Lao Visa: available at the airport/border (30 USD/ pax)
• Cambodia visa: available at the airport/border (25 USD/ pax)
• Travel insurance
• Admission fees during free time
• Meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
• Personal expenses such a telephone, laundry and bar bills etc
• Tips and gratuities