Meals: No meal
Accommodation: In Hanoi The Lapis Hotel, Deluxe Room

On arrival at Noi Bai Airport in Hanoi, our tour guide greets you and transfers you to the hotel in the center of Hanoi. Hotel check-in upon arrival, the rest of the day is yours to relax, or head out into the city for a little adventure on your own.

Hanoi City View

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: The Lapis Hotel, Deluxe Room

In the morning, explore Hanoi by touring some major historic sites, including Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh House on Stilt, One Pillar Pagoda, Hoa Lo Prison, and Temple of Literature. In the afternoon, we visit the Museum of Ethnology and cycle through the Old Quarter of Hanoi (by Rickshaw) (about 1hr), last stop is Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple, and enjoy a Water Puppet Show to learn more about Vietnamese traditional culture.

Hanoi Old City

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner on the ship
Accommodation: on board Signature Royal Cruise, Junior Suite

09:00 Depart from the hotel for Halong Bay Cruise
11:45 Ready at Athena Check-in Lounge
12:00  Boarding time, check-in your cabin.  Followed by activities such as boarding Athena Cruise for departure, Welcome drink will be served and cruise briefing, safety instructions, check-in cabins by Cruise Manager 
13:30 Great lunch is served while cruising passing by islets. 
15:30 Kayaking around Luon cave, visit Titop Island.  Free choice of activities such as sunbathing, swimming, conquering the peak of the biggest island in Halong, and taking panoramic photos of Halong bay in the afternoon. 
18:00 Happy Hour.  Buy 2 beverages get 1 for free
19: 00 Cooking Class.  The Chef on board will demonstrate the preparation of a particular Vietnamese cuisine in the dining room.  The guide on board will let you know what item will be prepared and will explain the process during the demonstration.  Duration about 20 – 30 minutes
19:30 Under the magnificent night sky, the luxury set-menu dinner is served with a variety of Vietnamese and Asian foods
21:00 Joining the squid fishing on a boat with our crews and can enjoy the squid cooked with assistance from our chef or laze yourself with our happy-hour drinks at the bar

Overnight on Athena Cruises.

Ha Long Bay Cruise

Meals: Breakfast on ship, Brunch
Accommodation: In Hue Hotel Saigon Morin, Colonial Deluxe Room

06:15  Tai Chi class on the Sun-Deck
07:15 Have a light breakfast with Coffee, tea, and bakeries on board
07:45 Arrive at the Surprising cave, the biggest cave in Ha Long Bay at 10,000 square meters, when you visit the cave like our Vietnamese house with three chambers as lobby, dining room, and bedroom with the most beautiful stalagmites and stalactites.  We will tour the cave for about 60 minutes.  
09:00 Upon return to the boat you will have time to freshen up and finish packing. When checking out please remove all of your belongings from the cabins, you may leave heavy luggage outside of the cabins.  
09:45 Brunch is served. After brunch, Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room enjoying the bay scenery as we approach the pier. 
10:45 Disembark at Halong International harbor

At the pier, your guide will meet you for the next leg of your journey. You will reach Hanoi Airport in about three hours and from there, fly to the historic city of Hue in central Vietnam. After settling into your hotel there, the rest of your day will be free.

Ha Long Bay View

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Hue Hotel Saigon Morin, Colonial Deluxe Room

After breakfast, you will first visit the Royal Tomb of King Ming Mang. Then sail on the Perfume River by Royal Dragon Boat to the seven-story Thien Mu Pagoda. Transfer to visit Imperial Citadel with cobbled paths and tour the Forbidden Purple City. Later on, absorb the energy, sounds, and odors of the bustling Dong Ba Market.

Hue Imperial Citadel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Lasenta Boutique Hotel Hoi An, Deluxe Rice Field View

After a relaxing breakfast, we head for Hoi An. On the way, we stop to visit Hai Van Pass, Non-Nuoc Beach, Cham Museum, and Marble Mountains. Have lunch at a local restaurant. Arrive in Hoi An in the afternoon, check in to the hotel and have some free time on your own.
    
Note: 
- Hai Van Pass roughly translates as ‘Sea of Clouds’ in Vietnamese, which perfectly describes this misty mountain coastal road that connects the ocean with the sky. The history of the road dates back to the 1300s when it marked a physical boundary between the Champa and Dai Viet Kingdoms. To this day, you can see an ancient grand gate at the summit of the pass which used to be a border crossing between the kingdoms

- Non-Nuoc Beach was named one of the six most beautiful beaches in the world in 2015, according to Forbes Magazine. Visitors arriving at Non-Nuoc Beach Da Nang can’t help but admire the magnificent and unique natural scenery here. Non-Nuoc Beach is located in Da Nang, Viet Nam, 8 kilometers away from the Southeast of the city center. The beach lies at the foot of the Marble Mountains, with a 5-kilometer-long coastline winding like peach-colored silk to highlight the area's natural beauty. The long, fine sand, clear blue waters, and waves crashing against the rocks give Non-Nuoc a beauty that is as enchanting and glamorous as a young maiden.

Hai Van Pass

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Lasenta Boutique Hotel Hoi An, Deluxe Rice Field View

After breakfast, we go around the tiny town of Hoi An to visit the Japanese Bridge, the famous Chinese Temple, and the Vietnamese former merchant's house. The afternoon is a boat ride on the Hoai River to Thanh Ha Pottery Village to see the local traditional way of making potteries.

Hoi An Japanese Bridge

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: In Ho Chi Minh Harmony Hotel & Spa, Premier Deluxe Room

After breakfast, you will be escorted to the airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon your arrival, our guide will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel for check-in and enjoy your free time.

Ho Chi Minh City View

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Ho Chi Minh Harmony Hotel & Spa, Premier Deluxe Room

This morning set out for the incredible underground Cu Chi Tunnels and then drive back to Ho Chi Minh City to visit the Ben Thanh market, War Remnants Museum and Reunification Palace (the former Presidential Palace), Old Saigon Post Office, and Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Catinat) absolutely nice choices for a free stroll.

Old Saigon Post Office

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation:  In Victoria Can Tho Resort, Superior Room

After breakfast, enjoy a pleasant boating trip down the Tien River passing the bustling My Tho Fish Market to four islands. In the city of Ben Tre, you will find a coconut candy and rice paper factory. For those with a sweet tooth, a horse cart ride brings you to Mr. Muoi Hai's house to sample honey tea, listen to traditional ‘Tai Tu’ music and enjoy refreshing seasonal fruits.
The Mekong Delta is one of the world's great ecosystems and a pleasant sampan cruise on the Mekong River is highly recommended. You will then be driven to the city of Can Tho, where you will check in to your hotel and enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Boat trip at Mekong River Delta

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Siem Reap Tara Angkor Hotel, Deluxe Room

At the heart of the mighty Mekong River is the Cai Rang Floating Market which is the largest of its kind in the whole basin and which you can see best by boat. After returning to Ho Chi Minh City, you will get on a connecting flight to Siem Reap in the neighboring country of Cambodia. After settling into your hotel, the rest of the day is at your disposal.

Cai Rang Floating Market

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Siem Reap Tara Angkor Hotel, Deluxe Room

Breakfast at the hotel, transfer to South Gate of Angkor Thom and visit Bayon Temple and Elephant Terrace. After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to visit Angkor Wat Temple, the heritage of the world, then continue to enjoy the sunset view at Bakheng Hill (or at the less crowded Pre Rup temple).

Angkor Thom

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Tara Angkor Hotel, Deluxe Room

If you want, you can take the early morning trip to enjoy the stunning sunrise of Angkor Wat. Breakfast either at a hotel or takeaway is available. Start the day by visiting some local villages on the way to Banteay Srei Temples. Have lunch at a local restaurant. Ta Prohm Temple and Ta Keo Temple are your next stops before some leisure time in the late afternoon.

Banteay Srei Temple

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Chiang Mai Smile Lanna Hotel Chiang Mai, Smile Deluxe

In the morning, you will embark to visit Khmer Village, then board a boat in Tonle Sap Lake. After that, transfer to the airport for your afternoon flight to Chiang Mai. Upon your arrival, be met and escorted to your hotel for check-in and leisure for the rest of the day. If you want, walk around the Night Market on your own in the evening.

Tonle Sap Lake 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Chiang Mai Smile Lanna Hotel Chiang Mai, Smile Deluxe

Today you will have a full day elephant's daycare at Baan Chang Elephant Park (Join-in Group Tour with shuttle bus).
 
Note: 
1. Please note van & English-speaking guide will pick you up at the hotel /guest house in Chiangmai City Area between 08:30 - 09:00 am, please be ready at the hotel lobby by 08:30 A.M. for picking up smoothly.
2. At the Park, we will allow you to spend as much time as possible with the elephants. Therefore, there is no formal schedule and aside from pick-up times, the times shown here are approximations.
3. WHAT TO BRING: Hat / Towel /  Bathing Suit / Walking Shoes / Sunscreen /Change of Clothes and Underwear / Insect Repellent  / Camera (Optional)

Have fun with elephant

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: In Bangkok The Quarter Ploenchit by UHG, Deluxe King or Twin

After breakfast, we start the city tour to visit Wat Chedi Luang, and Wat Phra Singh and then drive to Doi Suthep with a stopover to visit Wat Umong and then the Wat Phrath at Doi Suthep. After the tour, transfer to the airport for your late afternoon flight to Bangkok. Upon your arrival, be met and escorted to your hotel for check-in and free.

Note:

- Wat Chedi Luang is not quite as grand as Wat Phra Singh, but its towering, ruined Lanna-style chedi (built in 1441) is much taller and the sprawling compound around the stupa is powerfully atmospheric. The famed Phra Kaew (Emerald Buddha), now held in Bangkok’s Wat Phra Kaew, resided in the eastern niche until 1475; today, you can view a jade replica, given as a gift from the Thai king in 1995 to celebrate the 600th anniversary of the chedi.

- Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Once you have made your way to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, you will have no shortage of sights to admire at the temple. Ornate statues, murals, and some fabulous views await you as you make your way through the stunning temple.At Doi Suthep-Pui National Park, visitors can also make the most of their visit by exploring many other attractions aside from the temple itself.

Wat Chedi  Luang 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation:  In Bangkok The Quarter Ploenchit by UHG, Deluxe King or Twin

After breakfast at the hotel, meet your private tour guide and driver. This Bangkok city tour will start from a colorful flower and vegetable market to experience real local life. 

To avoid the crowded big groups and the heat, your next visit in the morning is the highlight of today's tour - the renowned Grand Palace, one of the must-sees that adjoin Wat Phra Kaew, the most important Buddhist temple in Thailand. 

Have lunch at a local restaurant nearby Grand Palace. After lunch, your trip continues with a long-tail boat ride along the canal to see Thai houses and typical rural life. This long-tailed boat tour takes you through its canals, locally known as Khlongs to explore a greener and more peaceful part of Bangkok. Leave the hassle of the city behind as you travel to the area where people live in houses on stilts and still travel by boat along the canals.

Wat Arun is best seen from the river or opposite bank of the river; it glistens in the sunlight during the day and stands dark and noble at dawn or dusk. Before ending the boat ride, appreciate the unique beauty of Wat Arun from the boat on the river.

 After the boat trip, we will visit our last stop today - Wat Po (Temple of the Reclining Buddha), founded in the 16th century, the oldest and biggest temple with the largest number of pagodas (95 in all) in the city.

Wat Phra Kaew

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Bangkok The Quarter Ploenchit by UHG, Deluxe King or Twin

After breakfast at the hotel, we drive north to Ayutthaya for a journey back in time to the former capital which is now UNESCO's World Heritage site. You will start your sightseeing at Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, one of the most beautiful Summer Palace in Thailand. Continue to Wat Maha That, a classic temple ruin of Ayutthaya and famous for the picturesque Buddha head engulfed by the Bodhi tree roots. The foundation size, remaining prangs, and towers attest to the significance of its time.

After a local Thai lunch, you move on to the Ayutthaya Historical Park and visit the ancient palace ground. Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, once a royal temple lying beside the Grand Palace, was once the most significant temple during the Ayutthaya period. Adjacent to Wat Phra Sri Sanphet is Viharn Phra Mongkolbopit, an impressive building that houses a large seated bronze Buddha image. Its rebuilt pristine hall was believed to be a replica of the old Assembly Hall of Ayutthaya.

After the tour back to your hotel in Bangkok overnight.

Wat Phra Sri Sanphet

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Ramada Singapore at Zhongshan Park, Ramada City View

You will have free time till your guide escorts you to the airport for your flight to Singapore.

Welcome to Singapore! Upon your arrival at the airport, our representative will meet you and escort you to your hotel. After checking in, you may relax at your hotel or start to explore the city.

Merlion Park

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Ramada Singapore at Zhongshan Park, Ramada City View

Explore the city by driving around the Civic District, passing by the Padang, Singapore Cricket Club, historic Parliament House, and the National Gallery Singapore. The Gallery consists of the former Supreme Court and City Hall. Stop at Merlion Park and enjoy the impressive views of Marina Bay. Do not miss out on this picture-taking opportunity with The Merlion, a mythological creature that is part lion and part fish. Visit Thian Hock Keng Temple, one of Singapore’s oldest Buddhist-Taoist temples, before driving past Chinatown.

Proceed to Singapore's first UNESCO World Heritage Site – the Singapore Botanic Gardens and walk through the National Orchid Garden which boasts a sprawling display of 60,000 orchid plants. Let your senses come alive at Little India as you walk past shops along with the five-footway offering a variety of exotic fruits, spices, jasmine, and orchid garlands.

Gardens by Marina Bay

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be free till it is time to transfer to Singapore airport for your homebound flight.

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