Indochina Family Tour – 15 Days

Today, we spend our half-day visiting a historical site – Cu Chi Tunnels dug during the wartime in Vietnam. In the modern ages, this site has become an interesting destination for tourists traveling to Vietnam, especially for families as your kids will have an opportunity to discover the complicated tunnel system and learn about the ways Vietnamese guerrilla fighters survived.
In the afternoon, we head to the Reunification Palace (also known as the Independence Palace) constructed on the site of the former Norodom Palace. This is a famous landmark in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City). Our journey keeps going on visiting the City Hall, Central Post Office, Ho Chi Minh Monument. Close to these sites, we can see the Notre Dame Cathedral, one of the major attractions in Ho Chi Minh City located in the heart of the city built by French colonists.
Overnight in Saigon.

After breakfast, we transfer to a province in the Mekong River Delta of Southern Vietnam – Vinh Long. When we reach there, board a boat trip to discover the colorful and lively Cai Be floating market to witness the daily trading activities of the local selling and buying the agricultural product from a boat to another one. Continue the trip to a local factory and learn how to make pop rice, popcorn, rice papers, and also coconut candies. Absolutely you can taste these things served with hot green tea. Back to the boat and head to Dong Hoa Hiep Island to explore the stunning and tranquil vistas together with the typical daily life of the area along the Mekong River.
Afternoon, get into a stroll along the narrow canals. We then drive back Ho Chi Minh City.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

Freely enjoy your time in the morning until getting transferred to the airport to take a flight to Nha Trang. Upon arrival, you will be escorted to the hotel and relax at leisure on the charming beach. Lay your back on the sandy beach watching the waves, walk along the coast and cannot stop thinking about the sand in your feet., immerse yourselves into the cooling and sparkling water to let all worries be washed into the sea.

During the three days, you can opt to head to the Vinpearl Amusement Park in Vinpearl Land which is called “Disneyland of the Pearl island”.
Also, you can choose to visit the Thap Ba hot springs to totally soak in the therapeutic mid and a refreshing massage.
Overnight in Nha Trang.

Relax until getting transferred to the airport for a flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival, drive to Ha Long which in English means “the destination where the dragon descends into the sea”. People believe that Halong Bay was formed by a descend of a great dragon from the mountain.
As you arrive in Ha Long, the rest of the day will be yours.
Overnight in Ha Long.

Today, we will participate in a 5-hour cruise on the miracle bay. En route, we stop to visit the most exotic cave – Sung Sot Cave. We climb up to discover huge chambers that are adorned with all kinds of stalactites and stalagmites. The cruise keeps heading through the fairyland-like landscape.

We then back to Hanoi again. Upon arrival, we head to Ngoc Son Temple situated at the northern end of Hoan Kiem Lake. From the shore, step on The Huc Bridge (Welcoming Morning Sunlight Bridge) leading you to the island.
In the evening, we enjoy a Vietnamese Water Puppet Show.
Overnight in Hanoi.

In the morning, we head to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (closed on Monday & Friday) – the last resting place of Vietnam’s great revolutionist – Ho Chi Minh. Next, we visit One Pillar Pagoda built on a single stone pillar. After that, we go to the Temple of Literature – the first Vietnamese University built-in 1070 in honor of Confucious. Before lunch, we take a cyclo tour around Hanoi.
In the afternoon, we head to Bat Trang Ceramic Village, 13 km southwest away from Hanoi center where is renowned for its high-quality ceramic and pottery products. Once there, we stop at aa small family factory and show off your talent with wet clay and a mold.
Overnight in Hanoi.

Freely enjoy the day until getting transferred to the airport for a flight to Luang Prabang. Upon arrival, our representative will be waiting to meet and escort you to the hotel. Once there, we visit the magnificent stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrine of Wat Aham, Wat Mai. After that, we climb up to the top of the Phousi Mountain to witness the thrilling exploration of the sacred and majestic view of the city when the sunlight goes out.
We then discover the Night Market.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.

After breakfast, we enjoy a tour to discover the oldest temple of Wat Sene and the impressive Wat Xieng Thong with the roofs which sweep low to the ground representing classical Laotian architecture. We hop on the cruise upstream on the Mekong River offering us a gorgeous view of the serene countryside along with exploring the uncanny Pak Ou Caves in which, two linked caves crammed with thousands of Buddha statues in all sizes and shapes which were left by pilgrims.
We then stop at Ban Xanghai village and taste rice wine made by the locals. On the way back to the hotel, we visit Ban Phanom village for witness hand weaving there.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.

If you want, we get up early and go to the street to witness the saffron-clad monks’ ritual of collecting offerings of Alms form residents. This is a unique ritual in Laos. From where you enjoy that event, we head to the Phousi Market where you can enjoy the busy life of the locals trading goods in the morning. You can find yourself several interesting things there such as dried buffalo skin, local tea, saltpeter… It is great to consider to own some souvenir handicraft items.
We also visit some villages of Lao ethnic minority groups at H’ mong, Ban Ouay village and after that, we head to the stunning Khouangsi Waterfall where you can refresh yourself with cooling water by swimming in the turquoise pools or just stroll along the forest trails.
After the day, we come back to the city and enjoy the glorious scenery of sunset at Wat Siphouthabath.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Freely enjoy this morning until getting transferred to the airport for a flight to Siem Reap. Upon arrival, check into the hotel and we will head to Prasat Kravan containing the unique brick sculptures as well as Ta Prohm.
Later, the rest of the day will be yours.
Overnight in Siem Reap.

Today, we visit the South Gate where we can see the huge statues which depict the churning of the ocean of milk), Bayon Temple, the ancient capital of Angkor Thom, Elephant Terrace, Terrace of the Leper King, and Royal Enclosure.
In the afternoon, we will have an opportunity to have a deep dive into the mysterious Angkor Wat – the largest religious site in the world. This site contains an uncanny atmosphere as well as beauty making you excited to explore it. When the sunlight goes out, we enjoy the sunset vista at Angkor Wat.
Overnight in Siem Reap.

This morning, we will enjoy the last moment of our Indochina Family Tour by heading to the floating village of Chong Khneas, 10 km away from Siem Reap. It is a chance to get on a traditional boat riding to the Tonle Sap Lake.
After that exciting short trip, you will be escorted to the airport for a come-back-home flight. The trip ends. Hope you had a beautiful moment about the trip and wish that we can serve you next time when it comes to other Asia tour packages.