Travel to Vietnam and Thailand in 16 days

Depart for the Mekong Delta, a half-land, half-water territory in the far south of the country.

Arrival in Ben Tre, the large town located in the heart of the northern arms of the river. Boat trip along the rivers to reach Mo Cay, a small rural region still not very touristy, well known for its coconut trade and the manufacture of coconut products: coconut, coconut yarn, coconut activated charcoal...

Bike ride or Xe loi (motorized cycle) on the green island abundantly covered with coconut palms. The route, away from mass tourism, takes you along small paths, under the shade of coconut trees, which offer a particularly poetic landscape. Stop at farms to observe the making of candy and coconut brooms.

Continue with a ride in a small rowboat along the streams surrounded by water palm trees, to immerse yourself in the daily life of the delta. Visit of Mr. Van's traditional house, tasting of local specialties made by his wife: coconut jam, tea with honey and pollen... and beautiful encounters with the local people. Return to Hochiminh. Overnight in Hochiminh.

We start visiting the dynamic city of Ho Chi Minh City, still called Saigon by many local people, including the Notre Dame Cathedral and the old post office, the Headquarters of the People's Committee of Ho Chi Minh City - the old Central City Hall, the most beautiful colonial building in the city and the Museum of Traditional Medicine of Vietnam: A treasure trove of documents, objects and instruments of a wide variety related to local medicine. Return to the city center and walk from City Hall to the Opera House and Dong Khoi Street (weather permitting).

In the afternoon, at the indicated time, transfer to the airport to take the flight to Danang. Arrive at the airport in Danang, meet your English-speaking guide and transfer to the hotel in Hoi An for check-in. Overnight in Hoi An.

Free day in Hoi An to relax. Opt to discover Hoi An's Old Town (on your own) with: Phuc Kien Shrine dedicated to the protective goddess of fishermen and sailors; Phuc Thanh Pagoda, the oldest in Hoi An (1454); the Japanese bridge built in 1593; the old alleys, the museums and the old wooden houses dating back hundreds of years

Relax on the beautiful beaches of the East Sea (Cua Dai, An Bang...) or walk through the surrounding countryside where there are several traditional villages (vegetables, pottery, carpentry...). Overnight in Hoi An.

Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for the flight to Hanoi. Arrival in Hanoi, reception by your English-speaking guide at the airport and transfer to the hotel for check-in according to availability. Free time. Accommodation.

After breakfast, we begin the discovery of Hanoi's most notable cultural sites and historical monuments including the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the House on Stilts, Single Pillar Pagoda, Tran Quoc Temple and Temple of Literature - the country's first university founded in 1070. Lunch the "Cha Ca" (grilled fish noodles) is a very typical dish of Vietnam.

In the afternoon, we stroll through the Old Quarter of Hanoi, where it is called its "36 streets 36 alleys", the name of the products is used to call the streets, for example the Paper Street, Sugar Street, Silver Street, etc. We enjoyed a cup of coffee with egg or a glass of beer. Return to the hotel. Accommodation.

Departure by road to Halong, the most beautiful bay in Vietnam, one of the most magical landscapes in Asia, crossing the prestigious landscape of the water-bathed lands with rice paddies. Upon arrival at the boat, we'll embark on a cruise to explore Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Welcome by the crew and departure for a magnificent cruise around the bay. Overnight 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 junk.
• 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 changes without notice according to weather conditions.

Wake up at dawn to enjoy a moment of unique splendour: the first rays of sun coming out of the thousands of sugar loaves in the bay and participation in a Tai Chi session on the terrace.

Boat or kayak trip to discover the fishing village of Vung Vieng, possible encounter with the locals.

Lunch at the junk, we will disembark and return to Hanoi. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport to take the flight to Bangkok. Arrival, reception by your English-speaking guide at the airport and transfer to the hotel for check-in. Overnight in Bangkok.

After breakfast, board a longtail boat and begin your journey along the Chao Praya River (meaning river of kings) to visit 3 of Thailand's oldest temples. Travel via many of the bustling inland canals of Thonburi's coastline for a fantastic view of the lives of the locals by the water. Make a stop at the National Museum of Royal Barges and Wat Arun (the Temple of the Dawn), adorned with glazed mosaics. Afterwards, visit the temple of Wat Traimit known for its Golden Buddha. Departure for the visit of the Royal Palace founded in 1782 by King Rama I. The wall of the Palace protects an area of 259 hectares. Next, discover the 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 are Chinese statues depicting royal guards in different postures. Return to the hotel to rest. Overnight in Bangkok.

Depart in the morning to the west of Bangkok to visit the Maeklong Market, set up on the train tracks near the railway terminal. We walk on the rails to visit the very colorful market and see how quickly the merchants fold up their stalls for the passage of the train scheduled for 8:30 am (the time spent by the trains is not fixed).

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

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

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Chiang Mai.

Arrive at Chiang Mai airport, meet the English-speaking guide and start discovering Chiang Mai. We will visit the famous Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple, an emblematic place of Chiang Mai where the sacred relics of Buddha are housed in a sacred place in the golden stupa. According to legend, it was in the 14th century that an elephant chose the site of this pagoda, which dominates the city from the top of a 1,000-meter hill. It is accessed by a staircase of 300 steps whose ramps represent two gigantic nagas. On the same spot 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 the hotel. 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 large pachyderms. We will learn how to get to know the animal and how to take care of them. The elephants are fed bananas and sugar cane, their favorite food. We'll continue the visit with a ride on the back of 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 amaze you. Return to Chiang Mai, rest of the day free to rest. Accommodation.

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

Overnight in Phuket.

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

Opt to visit the islands of Koh Phi Phi on your own. Overnight in Phuket.

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

After breakfast, enjoy a free day until the designated time for your transfer to the airport in Phuket, where you will catch your international departure flight. We hope you have cherished every moment of your journey with us.

----- Thank you for choosing Kampá Tour for your 16-day adventure in Vietnam and Thailand. Safe travels! -----