Travel to Northern Vietnam and Thailand in 14 days

After breakfast, we begin the discovery of Hanoi's most notable cultural sites and historical monuments including Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum, Stilt House, Single Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature - the country's first university founded in 1070. Lunch in a restaurant.

In the afternoon, we will continue with the cycle ride through the Old Quarter of Hanoi, where it is known as its “36 streets 36 alleys”, the names of the products are used to call the streets, for example Paper Street, Paper Street, Sugar, Silver Street, etc. Ending the visit with the Ngoc Son temple, The Huc bridge and Hoan Kiem Lake (The Lake of the Restored Sword). At the end of the afternoon, we will attend a Water Puppet show at the Thang Long Theatre.

Back to the hotel. Accommodation.

Departure to Ninh Binh – land of limestone rocks, sugar loaves and rice fields flooded by rivers and lakes all year round. After 2 hours by car, we arrive at the province of Ninh Binh. We will board a boat along the Ngo Dong River to take a tour in Tam Coc, also known as “Halong Bay on earth”. This long river meanders through rice fields, sugar loaves and passes beneath the three caves at the foot of limestone peaks.

We continue with the visit of Mua Cave (dance cave), climbing 486 stone steps to the top, this bell-shaped mountain will give you a panoramic view of the Tam Coc region.

Finally, we will visit Hoa Lu – chosen as the ancient capital of Dai Co Viet (ancient name of Vietnam), with the vestiges of the temples of the kings in the dynasty of Dinh and Le.

Departure by road to Halong, the most beautiful bay in Vietnam, one of the most magical landscapes in Asia, crossing the prestigious landscape of lands bathed in water with rice fields. Upon arriving at the boat, we will embark on a cruise to explore Halong Bay, declared a Natural Heritage by UNESCO. Welcome by the crew and departure for a magnificent cruise around the bay. Night on board.

• Admiration of the picturesque islands and islets with various shapes (veil, dog, rooster, incense...).
• Visit the splendid caves of Halong Bay, including Thien Canh Son, home to stalagmites and stalactites dating back thousands of years.
• Continuation of the cruise to Cap La, kayaking and swimming in the sublime waters of the bay (weather permitting).
• Late afternoon, idleness on the upper deck of the reed.
• Participation in a cooking demonstration on board, preparation of nems or spring rolls.
• Lunch and dinner on board.

Note: Transfer by SHUTTLE BUS without guide. The itinerary depends on each cruise and changed without notice according to weather conditions. 

Get up at dawn to enjoy a moment of unique splendor: the first rays of sun emerging from the thousands of sugar loaves in the bay and participating in a Tai Chi session on the terrace.

Tai chi is an internal martial art practiced for self-defense and health. Known for its slow, intentional movements, tai chi has practitioners worldwide and is particularly popular as a form of gentle exercise and moving meditation, with benefits to mental and physical health.

Boat or kayak ride to discover the fishing village of Vung Vieng, possible meeting with local inhabitants.

Lunch on the junk, disembark and return to Hanoi. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport to take the flight to Bangkok. Arrival, reception by your Spanish-speaking guide at the airport and transfer to the hotel to check in. Night in Bangkok.

After breakfast, board a long-tail boat and begin your journey along the Chao Praya River (meaning River of Kings) to visit 3 of the oldest temples in Thailand. Travel via many of the bustling inland canals along the Thonburi coast for a fantastic view of local waterside life. Stop at the National Museum of Royal Barges and Wat Arun (the Temple of Dawn), adorned with glazed mosaics.

Afterwards, visit the Wat Traimit temple known for its Golden Buddha. Departure to visit the Royal Palace founded in 1782 by King Rama I. The Palace wall protects an area of ​​259 hectares. Next, discover Wat Phra Kaew (or Temple of the Emerald Buddha) which is actually the Royal Chapel of the Grand Palace along with the Emerald Buddha Statue, the most famous and revered statue in Thailand. We continue with the temple of Wat Pho and its impressive Reclining Buddha, the largest in Thailand.

Around the temple there are Chinese statues representing royal guards in different postures.

Return to the hotel to rest. Night in Bangkok.

Depart in the morning to the west of Bangkok to visit the Maeklong market, installed on the train tracks near the railway terminal. We ride on the rails to visit the very colorful market and see how quickly the merchants fold their stalls for the train scheduled to pass around 8:30 (the time the trains pass is not fixed).

Arrival at the small market of Samut Songkhran, start of the very beautiful trip aboard a canoe along the Grand Canal and then through smaller canals through a still authentic deep Asia, practically at the gates of Bangkok - the trip lasts about an hour and will end in the heart of the Damnoen Saduak floating market, a picturesque place near Bangkok.

Visit this very traditional market packed with vendors of all kinds of products: food, flowers, plants and animals. Return to Bangkok and free time to rest. Night in Bangkok.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport to take the flight to Chiang Rai.

Arrival at Chiang Mai airport, meet the Spanish-speaking guide and begin to discover Chiang Mai. We will visit the famous Wat Rong Khun, also known as the "White Temple", famous throughout Asia for its modern Thai architecture. Return to the center of Chiang Rai and visit the most important temples in the city: Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Phra Sing. Leisure. Night in Chiang Rai.

In the morning, boat excursion to discover the famous Golden Triangle, a region famous for its land borders with Burma and Laos, with a magnificent view of the Mekong River.

Depart for Chiang Saen, board a speedboat to visit the Khong River that marks the border between Thailand and Laos. Arrival at the Golden Triangle, visit the meeting point of the three countries, Burma, Laos and Thailand. Disembark, travel to Chiang Mai which is collected as "Rose of the North".

Visit upon arrival to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, an emblematic place in Chiang Mai where the sacred relics of Buddha are located in a sacred place in the golden stupa. According to legend, it was in the 14th century that an elephant chose the location of this pagoda, which overlooks the city from the top of a 1,000-meter hill. It is accessed by a 300-step staircase whose ramps represent two gigantic nagas. In the same place where the pachyderm carrying Buddha's relics died, a 22-meter-high chedi covered in gold leaf was built. The place offers a panoramic view of Chiang Mai that should not be missed. Return to Chiang Mai. Accommodation.

We'll spend the day exploring an elephant training camp nestled in the middle of the jungle. Transfer to the countryside and fields on the outskirts of Chiang Mai to visit the Baan Chang Elephant Camp. Far from being a banal elephant camp and a tourist factory, Baan Chang offers "responsible" activities and courses in total respect for these great pachyderms. We will learn to know the animal and take care of them. The elephants are fed bananas and sugar cane, their favorite food. We will continue the visit with a ride on an elephant through the lush jungle without a basket.

Lunch of local specialties.

In the afternoon, participation in the elephant bath, a magical moment that will surprise you. Return to Chiang Mai, rest of the day free to rest. Accommodation.

Breakfast at hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport to take the flight to Phuket. Arrival in Phuket, reception by your local guide and transfer to the hotel for check-in based on availability.

Accommodation in Phuket.

Breakfast at hotel. Free day to relax, sunbathe and enjoy the beauty of the beach in Phuket.

Choose to visit the islands of Koh Phi Phi on your own. Accommodation in Phuket.

Breakfast at hotel. Free day to relax, sunbathe and enjoy the beauty of the beach in Phuket. Night in Phuket

After breakfast, free day until the indicated time, transfer to the airport in Phuket to take the international departure flight.

----- End of the trip Vietnam and Thailand 14 days -----