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14 Days of Heritage: Exploring Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos
- Hanoi
- Halong Bay
- Hue
- Hoi An
- Siem Reap
- Luang Prabang
Do you ever think of a mesmerizing 14-day journey through the rich cultural landscapes of Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos? This carefully curated trip takes you through the heart of Southeast Asia, uncovering ancient capitals, stunning natural wonders, and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Discover the vibrant history, unique traditions, and breathtaking beauty of these three incredible countries. Experience the ultimate Vietnam Cambodia Laos itinerary 14 days as you delve into the essence of these destinations.
- Explore the enchanting capitals of Hanoi and Hue in Vietnam, where you'll delve into the rich history of ancient emperors and vibrant city life.
- Cruise through the breathtaking limestone karsts of Halong Bay and bike through the serene landscapes of Ninh Binh.
- Discover the charming old town of Hoi An and the ancient Cham ruins of My Son.
- Marvel at the mystical temples of Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom.
- Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Luang Prabang in Laos, visiting sacred temples, the Royal Palace, and the stunning Kuang Si Waterfalls.
Stunning views of Laos waterfalls
Majestic temples and peaceful landscapes in Laos
Time stands still on the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An
My Son Sanctuary, the heritage near Hoi An
Hoan Kiem Lake, the symbol of the capital of Hanoi
Halong Bay, one of the seven wonders of the world
- Hanoi
- Halong Bay
- Hue
- Hoi An
- Siem Reap
- Luang Prabang
DAY 1 ARRIVAL IN HANOI
Arrival in Hanoi, the ancient capital of Vietnam. Welcome by the local English-speaking guide and transfer to the hotel in the city center (room available from 2:00 PM). Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a city tour to soak in the charm of this millennial capital:
- Ly Thai To Square, where you will discover the millennial history of the Vietnamese capital.
Ly Thai To – founder of the Later Ly dynasty, Vietnam’s first stable empire – is one of Vietnam’s most important historical figures.
- Hoan Kiem Lake with the Jade Mountain Temple and Turtle Island, the heart of Hanoi.
- The Old Quarter and its 36 ancient guild streets: walk through the streets named after the goods produced and sold there: Silk Street, Cotton Street, Iron Street, Sugar Street, Medicinal Plants Street... Stop at Ma May Street to visit a traditional "Tube" house.
- The colonial heritage with French concessions: a rickshaw ride around the Grand Opera House, Metropole Hotel, State Bank of Vietnam, and Central Post Office.
Overnight at the hotel. This marks the begining of your Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos trip in 14 days.
DAY 2 HANOI CITY TOUR
A full day dedicated to discovering Hanoi's most notable cultural sites and historical monuments:
- The Temple of Literature, a symbol of feudal education and one of Hanoi's emblems.
- Ba Dinh Square, home to the former Indochina Governor’s Palace, Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum, and his house.
- The Museum of Ethnology, featuring a collection of 25,000 objects from Vietnam's ethnic groups (closed on Mondays).
- A water puppet theater show, a unique aspect of Vietnamese culture and a UNESCO intangible heritage.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 Hanoi - Ninh Binh (200 km ~ 4 hours)
Departure to Ninh Binh, a land of limestone rocks, sugarloaf mountains, and rice fields flooded by rivers and lakes.
- Visit Mua Mountain in Ninh Xuan. Climb 486 stone steps for a panoramic view of Tam Coc.
- Transfer to Tam Coc, enjoy a bike ride to explore this fabulous region.
- In the afternoon, take a boat trip on the Ngo Dong River to discover Tam Coc, winding through rice fields and limestone peaks, passing under three caves.
Return to Hanoi in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 4 Hanoi - Halong Bay (180 km ~ 3.5 hours)
Departure to Halong Bay, the most beautiful bay in Vietnam and one of Asia's most magical landscapes. Board a traditional junk for a cruise in Halong Bay, visiting Bai Tu Long (northern part of Halong Bay):
- Admire picturesque islands and islets of various shapes (sail, dog, rooster, incense...).
- Visit splendid caves, including Thien Canh Son with its thousands-of-years-old stalagmites and stalactites.
- Continue the cruise to Cap La, enjoy kayaking and swimming (weather permitting).
- Participate in a cooking demonstration on board, preparing spring rolls.
- Enjoy delicious seafood lunches and dinners.
- Free time for personal relaxation: card games, night fishing…
Overnight on board.
DAY 5 Halong Bay - Hanoi - Flight to Hue (4 hours + 1 hour flight)
Rise early to enjoy the unique splendor of the sunrise over the sugarloaf mountains and participate in a Tai Chi session on the deck.
- Take a boat or kayak to visit Vung Vieng fishing village, meeting local inhabitants.
- Lunch on the junk, disembark, and return to Hanoi.
- Evening flight to Hue, the ancient imperial city in central Vietnam.
Overnight in Hue.
Day 6 Hue City Tour
A city tour of Hue, the last imperial capital of Vietnam (1802-1945):
- The Imperial City, residence and workplace of the 13 Nguyen kings for 143 years.
- Minh Mang Mausoleum, the emperor known for fathering 142 children with 43 concubines.
- Phu Mong village with garden houses, a constitutive element of Hue’s imperial identity.
- Thien Mu Pagoda, the most beautiful and visited in Hue, or the serene Tu Hieu Pagoda, housing the eunuchs' tombs of the Nguyen dynasty. If time permits, witness the monks' prayer session.
- Dong Ba Market, the largest and oldest market in Hue, selling local specialties: conical hats, ao dai (traditional dresses)...
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 7 Hue - Hoi An (150 km ~ 3 hours)
Road trip to Hoi An, a small ancient town 150 km south of Hue, with several stops along the way:
- Long, less-touristy beaches: Thuan An and Lang Co; large lagoons with local fish farms.
- Hai Van Pass, the highest pass in central Vietnam.
- Small factories producing melaleuca oil.
- Picturesque roadside cemeteries, called "ghost villages," containing sets of tomb-castles of various Asian architectures.
Arrival in Hoi An in the afternoon. Check-in and overnight at the hotel.
Day 8 Hoi An - My Son - Hoi An
A day dedicated to discovering the old town of Hoi An and the ancient sanctuary of My Son, two UNESCO cultural heritages in central Vietnam:
- Morning: a stroll through the old town of Hoi An, known as "the most charming city in Vietnam," visiting: the Fujian Assembly Hall, Phuc Thanh Pagoda (Hoi An's oldest, 1454), the Japanese Bridge (1593), old alleyways, museums, and ancient wooden houses.
- Afternoon: excursion to My Son, the former religious capital of the Cham kingdoms, 30 km from Hoi An. Visit remote towers and temples in a small valley surrounded by hills.
- Return to Hoi An for a relaxing boat trip on the Thu Bon River.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 9 Hoi An - Siem Reap (2-hour flight)
Morning free for relaxation. In the afternoon, transfer to the airport for a flight to Siem Reap, home of the mythical Angkor temples. Greeted by the local driver and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 10 Siem Reap (Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom - 20 km)
A day dedicated to exploring the mystical temples of Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom, the ancient capital of the Khmer Empire (9th-15th centuries):
- Angkor Wat Temples, dedicated to Vishnu, the supreme god of Hinduism, considered the masterpiece of Khmer art and architecture.
- Angkor Thom Temples, a fortified city of 10 km² housing a million inhabitants. Visit the South Gate's massive statues, the Elephant Terrace, the Leper King Terrace, and the famous Bayon Temple with its 54 giant towers bearing 216 faces of Avalokitesvara.
Return to Siem Reap in the evening. Free time and overnight at the hotel.
Day 11 Siem Reap (Small and Grand Circuit Temples)
After breakfast, visit the majestic temples of the small and grand circuit:
- Banteay Srei Temple (Citadel of Women), one of the finest temples with pink sandstone, intricately carved Apsaras, and deities.
- The sacred temples of Takeo, Banteay Kdei, and the impressive Ta Prohm Temple, a Buddhist monastery covered with trees and giant snake-like roots.
- End the day with a sunset view from the Pre Rup temple-mountain.
Return to Siem Reap and overnight at the hotel.
Day 12 Siem Reap - Tonle Sap - Luang Prabang (2-hour flight)
A morning excursion to Tonle Sap Lake, the largest lake in Southeast Asia.
- Stop at Kompong Khleang, a less-touristy lakeside village. Visit stilt houses, floating houses, the market, a pagoda, and a primary school, experiencing the daily lives of local fishermen.
In the afternoon, flight to Luang Prabang, the ancient imperial capital of Laos. Welcome by the local driver and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Day 13 Luang Prabang City Tour
Early morning, walk or cycle through the city to admire Laotians offering alms to the monks.
Return to the hotel for breakfast, then set out on a walking tour of the city (UNESCO-classified buildings):
- Traditional Lao houses made of tropical hardwood or bamboo, built on stilts.
- Half-wood, half-cement houses built during the French colonial era.
- Traditional French colonial buildings similar to those in Vietnam and Cambodia.
- Old Chinese shops used for commercial and residential purposes.
In the afternoon, a city tour of Luang Prabang, visiting notable historical-cultural monuments:
- Wat Sene, the city's oldest temple.
- Vat Aham, one of the main city shrines dedicated to Laos' ancestors.
- Wat Visoun with its impressive Sinhalese-style stupa.
- The magnificent Wat Xieng Thong Temple with its low-sweeping roofs.
- The Royal Palace, exhibiting personal items of the royal family.
- Ascend Mount Phousi for a panoramic view of the city nestled between mountains.
Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 14 Luang Prabang - Departure
Morning visit to Phosy Market, then an upstream boat trip on the Mekong River:
- Visit the sacred Pak Ou Caves at the confluence of the Nam Ou and Mekong Rivers: Tham Ting and Tham Phoum, housing hundreds of Buddha statues.
- Afternoon excursion to the Kuang Si Waterfalls, set in lush vegetation.
- Return to Luang Prabang, visiting local minority villages along the way.
- End the day with a sunset view from Vat Phabat Temple.
Overnight at the hotel. Transfer to the airport for your departure flight, concluding your 14-day Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos heritage tour.
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Carles & his partner - Spain
January 04, 2025 - Good morning, Mrs. Thuy Do,
We finally found the time to write to you and share our travel experience.
A huge THANK YOU for this magnificent trip that was absolutely flawless!
Everything was perfect: from the hotels you selected for us to the drivers and guides (Thai, Dzung, and Anh), who were wonderful and accompanied us throughout. And, of course, the fabulous itinerary you organized for us, allowing us to discover incredible wonders, including the rice terraces in the north, the lantern-filled city of Hoi An in the center, as well as Ninh Binh and Halong Bay.
You and the guides and drivers who joined us contributed immensely to making our trip an unforgettable moment of happiness.
We returned home with great sadness at leaving your beautiful country, as well as the smiles and kindness of its people.
Thank you again for your professionalism, availability, kindness, warmth, the welcome at your agency, and your smiles.
We can’t wait to come back—and
Ethan's Family - Switzerland
December 30, 2024 - Dear Nhung,
A huge THANK YOU for organizing our trip, which was flawless. And yet, we gave you so much work!
First, in crafting the itinerary, custom-tailored to include our requested visits. You contacted me several times on WhatsApp, and in the end, the itinerary suited us perfectly and fit within the budget we had set. Thank you, Nhung, for your availability, attentiveness, and patience.
Then, unfortunately, we had to test your skills and professionalism when, one day before departure, my wife had a sinus infection requiring emergency surgery. We were initially supposed to travel as a group of three—my sister, my wife, and me. Given how well-prepared the trip was, I asked my sister to go ahead. Three days after the surgery, which went very well, I decided to join my sister and pick up the itinerary mid-trip (a week later) from Ha Long Bay. Nhung was amazing and remarkably efficient. She canceled my wife's arrangements and organized my transfer to the Ha
Françoise & Claude - France
December 12, 2024 - Dear NHUNG,
A huge THANK YOU for organizing our trip, which was flawless. How much work you must have had to do for us!
First, for creating a custom itinerary, taking into account our requests for visits. To do this, you contacted me several times on WhatsApp, and in the end, the tour was perfect and fit within our budget. Thank you, Nhung, for your availability, your listening, and your patience.
Then, unfortunately, we had to test, quite against our will, your competence and professionalism when, one day before departure, my husband developed a sinus infection requiring urgent surgery. We were leaving as three—my brother and us. We had prepared the trip so well that I asked my brother to go ahead. Three days later, after the surgery went very well, I decided to join my brother and take the tour from Halong Bay (one week later). Nhung was amazing and incredibly efficient. She canceled my husband’s personal bookings and took care of my transfer to the Halon
Eric and friends - Australia
November 25, 2024 - Hello Nhung,
What a wonderful surprise this palace in Sapa is once again.
We deeply appreciate the tranquility and relaxation of this sumptuous and luxurious establishment: it's a perfect retreat after the bustling days we’ve had since our arrival.
What magnificent discoveries we’ve had in the program you organized for us.
Incredible landscapes and settings, remarkable encounters, and extraordinary people everywhere in the local life. The guides were all different but so passionate and engaging (little Linh, so endearing, Hang, and Sam, so dedicated and professional). The drivers were experienced (especially Cuong in the North, who is our favorite: so kind and attentive… and an expert at navigating the mountain roads to keep us safe).
Leonardo and his wife - France
November 15, 2024 - Dear Nhung,
I finally find the time to write to you and share the impressions that our journey to Vietnam left on us.
Beyond the wonderful memories of the 23 days we spent in Vietnam, there is a particular aspect of this trip that I wish to share with you.
My wife and I have traveled fairly extensively. Not as much as we would have liked, but over the years, we have had the opportunity to visit several countries and have learned to organize our trips quite competently and independently. We have never participated in an organized tour and have always chosen our destinations, itineraries, and experiences based on our readings about the countries we visit and our personal tastes and interests. For Vietnam, our starting point was the same, and you may recall that to define our itinerary, we initially sent you a very precise and detailed travel plan.
Véronique Demonçay - Canada
October 20, 2024 - Good evening Mrs. Trang,
We have returned home and resumed work, though with a bit of nostalgia after discovering your beautiful country.
We had an excellent trip; everything was just as planned. Our guide Thien made the stay very enjoyable by scheduling visits during less crowded times. Always kind, cheerful, and speaking excellent English, he shared his knowledge and the great cultural richness of his country. He always gave us great advice. Thank you also to Mr. Long for his careful driving and kindness.
In Cambodia, Mr. Tra (short for his name) also adapted the visit itinerary to less crowded times. He added a temple visit and the visit to the Angkor Scent Workshop. We ended up visiting the floating village of Kampong Phuck, which was closer than the one originally planned, and there weren't too many people yet. This allowed us to visit a local market as well.
Just for your information, it’s necessary to complete the e-Arrival form for Cambodia in add
Pier-Luc Desbiens - Australia
October 7, 2024 - Hello,
We booked this tour at the last minute, and Kampá Tour didn’t disappoint with their prompt organization. Our guide, Thao, was fantastic—full of energy, humor, and knowledge. We spent a lot of time on boats, drifting along the rivers and canals. We loved cycling through the quiet palm groves and cruising through the narrow waterways by sampan in Mekong Delta.
A special thank you to the entire team at Kampá Tour. We spent 15 days in a wonderful country, with remarkable people, extraordinary landscapes, and a fascinating culture... Our return flight on Sunday was also perfect, and we have already been back at work since Monday... but with many images of Vietnam still in our heads and hearts 😊
Best regards,
Pier-Luc Desbiens
Brigitte and Jean - USA
September 22, 2024 - Dear Ms. Thanh LE,
We are already back in Toulouse, and we didn’t realize how quickly time flew by.
Our 18-day Vietnam tour (August-September 2024) was an unforgettable experience.
First of all, we would like to thank your agency, "Kampá Tour," and especially you, Ms. Thanh Le. This trip, organized by your agency, was remarkably well-prepared, with representatives always attentive to our needs. The selection of hotels and destinations was meticulously planned. During our stay, we had five guides who were always there for us, making us live magical moments. A special thanks to Nhi and Lam. We loved our experiences in Sapa, Hue, Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, the Imperial City, and many other places (the list is long).
Regarding safety, it was very reassuring, and we felt well taken care of before and during the trip. On the first day, we had the chance to meet you at your Hanoi office, where you handed us the documents for our tour. I highly recommend this customiz
Maria Dolores & friends - Argentina
September 12, 2024 - Hello,
We had the most amazing time and are heading back to Argentina completely in love with your beautiful country! Everything was perfectly organized, and always on time.
The hotels were so comfortable, and the guides were absolutely fantastic. Special thanks to Luis in Hanoi and Ming in Phnom Penh for their kindness and professionalism – they really made our trip extra special! Hue and Phnom Penh were simply breathtaking – such charming cities with so much history and beauty. We couldn't have asked for a better experience, and we truly appreciate all the effort that went into planning this unforgettable journey.
I will be recommending your agency to all my friends and family – you have been incredible!
Big hugs and all the best,
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Yes, those trips are suitable for solo travelers and offer a safe and enriching experience. These countries are known for their friendly and welcoming locals, making it easy to meet new people and connect with fellow travelers. Many tour operators offer group tours that are ideal for solo travelers, providing companionship and the safety of traveling in a group. Additionally, solo travelers can customize their itineraries to focus on their interests, whether it's cultural exploration, adventure activities, or relaxation. With well-developed tourism infrastructure and numerous hostels and guesthouses, solo travelers will find it convenient and enjoyable to tour these countries.
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