Sunset view of Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn, along the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, Thailand, with boats docked at the riverside and golden light reflecting off the temple’s ornate spires.

Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand

Journey through three remarkable nations where ancient temples meet vibrant modern life. Begin in Vietnam's dynamic Ho Chi Minh City and the winding waterways of the Mekong Delta. Continue to Cambodia's magnificent Angkor Wat, where jungle-wrapped temples reveal the glory of a lost empire. Conclude in Thailand's captivating Bangkok, where gilded palaces and floating markets showcase the kingdom's enduring spirit.

Itinerary

Day 1:

Overnight Flight to Ho Chi Minh City

Day 2:

Welcome to Vietnam!
  • Meet your Tour Director at the airport

Day 3:

Explore Hô Chi Minh City
  • Tour the Cu Chi Tunnels and step into the underground network that once sheltered Vietnamese fighters during the war
  • Tour Hô Chi Minh City, from French colonial boulevards to the incense-filled Thien Hau Pagoda, a vibrant temple honoring the sea goddess
  • Visit the War Remnants Museum to see sobering images, preserved aircraft, and firsthand accounts of the Vietnam War and its aftermath
  • Inside the Reunification Palace, visit war rooms, reception halls, and 1970s-era command centers frozen in time since the fall of Saigon

Day 4:

Ho Chi Minh City
  • Take a full-day excursion to the Mekong Delta, exploring Vietnam’s southern waterways and visiting local markets, villages, and rice paddies
  • Cruise by boat through narrow canals and along the Mekong River, passing stilt houses, floating shops, and everyday life unfolding along the shore

Day 5:

Ho Chi Minh City - Siem Reap
  • Fly to Siem Reap
  • Take an excursion to Tonlé Sap Lake and its floating villages, gliding through Cambodia’s largest freshwater lake to see homes, schools, and daily life afloat
  • Watch the sun set over Angkor Wat from Phnom Bakheng, where temple silhouettes glow against a jungle horizon

Day 6:

Explore Angkor Complex
  • Visit the Angkor Archaeological Park and roam through ancient stone cities, crumbling gateways, and towering relics reclaimed by the jungle
  • Visit Angkor Wat to witness the world’s largest religious monument, a masterpiece of Khmer architecture surrounded by jungle and moat
  • Visit Angkor Thom to walk the ancient walled city built by the Khmer Empire, including Bayon Temple, Ta Prohm, and the Elephant Terrace

Day 7:

Siem Reap - Bangkok
  • Travel overland from Siem Reap to Bangkok via the Poipet–Aranyaprathet border crossing, journeying through the Cambodian and Thai countryside

Day 8:

Explore Bangkok
  • Guided by a local expert, experience Bangkok’s royal and spiritual heart as you explore golden temples, bustling streets, and sacred shrines
  • Visit the Grand Palace, a glittering royal compound filled with golden spires, intricate murals, and the revered Emerald Buddha
  • Visit Wat Pho to see the massive reclining Buddha, its gold-plated form stretching nearly 50 meters beneath a mosaic-covered roof
  • Take a boat tour of the Chao Phraya River and Thonburi klongs, gliding past temples, stilt houses, and Bangkok’s layered life on the water

Day 9:

Bangkok
  • Visit Damnoen Saduak, Thailand’s most iconic floating market, where colorful boats brim with fruits, spices, and sizzling street food
  • Visit a Thai organic farm to discover sustainable farming techniques and taste the bounty of the countryside
  • Enjoy a special farewell dinner to celebrate your journey and share a final meal with your group

Day 10:

Depart for home
Map of Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand tour spending three nights in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, two nights in Siem Reap, Cambodia, three nights in Bangkok, Thailand

Inclusions

Hotels

8 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms

Meals

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily

Entrances

Entrances to all activities denoted as 'visit' on itinerary

Guided sightseeing

Expert, local guides included per itinerary

Tour Director

Full-time logistical and experienced partners with your group 24/7

Farewell Dinner

Special farewell meal on your final night, ensuring a high note to cap off the trip

Emergency Support

24 hour Emergency service, we will be there for you

Travel Protection

Included on-tour travel protection with medical, illness and more (maximum age 69)

Airfare

Round-trip airfare on major carriers;

Ground Transportation

Comfortable motorcoach and/or public transit provided for all scheduled activities

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Tour Price

Important Info:
  • Adult pricing includes a required Twin Room supplement for travelers age 23+
  • Travel Protection plan cost may vary by traveler. Tour Price reflects coverage for a student traveler with group options selected here. Adult travelers or those with additional individual upgrades may receive a higher plan rate.
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