Embark on a mesmerizing 15-day journey through Vietnam and Laos, two neighboring lands rich in history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. This combined tour by Avex Vietnam Travel offers the perfect balance between discovery and relaxation, taking you from the vibrant streets of Ho Chi Minh City to the tranquil temples of Luang Prabang.
Begin your adventure in southern Vietnam, where the bustling energy of Ho Chi Minh City and the mysterious underground world of the Cu Chi Tunnels reveal the country’s resilience and spirit. Continue north to the charming town of Hoi An, where ancient streets, colorful lanterns, and warm hospitality create an unforgettable atmosphere. Explore the Marble Mountains and the imperial city of Hue to witness the grandeur of Vietnam’s historical past.
Fly to Hanoi, the capital that harmonizes tradition and modernity, before cruising through the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay — a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its limestone karsts and serene beauty. Each destination in Vietnam brings you closer to the essence of its culture and the kindness of its people.
Your journey concludes in Laos, a land of calm spirituality and natural splendor. Discover the timeless charm of Luang Prabang, visit the sacred Pak Ou Caves filled with thousands of Buddha images, and marvel at the cascading beauty of Kuang Si Waterfall. This tour travel to Laos and Vietnam is a true exploration of Southeast Asia’s mystic soul — where every landscape tells a story and every moment lingers in your heart.
Welcome to Vietnam!
At the arrival at the airport, you will be welcome by the driver and tour guide then travel to the hotel for check-in.
Free time to walk around Ho Chi Minh City’s street to see the daily lives of the local and comtemplate the major culture of Vietnam.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Note: English-speaking guide. Private transportation.
TRANSPORT
After breakfast, transfer to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels. This is an extensive system of interconnected underground tunnels built during the Vietnam War by the Viet Cong (Vietnamese socialists) to serve as hiding places from bombing during combat, as well as communication and supply routes, hospitals, and storage.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, we visit Ho Chi Minh City, still called Saigon by many locals, where we will see: the Reunification Palace (exterior visit), the Old Central Post Office, and the War Museum.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Note: English-speaking guide. Private transportation
B, L TRANSPORT
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to My Tho Pier. The boat picks you up at the pier, and the trip begins on the Tien River. You'll have the opportunity to see the local village and enjoy the scenery of green gardens on both sides of the river.
We'll visit a coconut candy factory. You'll learn about the production process and enjoy the sweets.
We'll visit locals' homes to enjoy seasonal fruits and listen to southern folk music.
We'll explore the western canals in a three-leaf canoe.
In the afternoon, the boat travels to Ben Tre Province. Here, you'll cycle for about 4-8 km to visit the coconut garden along both sides of the road and experience the lives of the local people.
Return to the starting point. Return your bike.
We'll enjoy fresh coconut on the boat as you return to My Tho Pier.
Transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Note: English-speaking guide. Private transportation
B, L TRANSPORT
Breakfast at the hotel
At the agreed time, pick-up and transfer to the airport for your flight to Da
Arrive in Da Nang, meet your driver and guide, and transfer to the hotel in Hoian.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Note: English – speaking guide in Da Nang. Private transportation
B TRANSPORT
Breakfast at the hotel.
Then, we visit Hoi An, recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage Site. We walk to visit the highlights of the old quarter, such as the typical Hoi An local market, Phuoc Kien Temple, built in 1697 and used as a place of worship for the Goddess of the Sea, the Japanese covered bridge, built in the 17th century by Japanese traders, and a typical house in the quarter: Tan Ky.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Note: English-speaking guide. Private transportation.
B TRANSPORT
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free time to explore the city by yourserf
Overnight in Hoi An.
B TRANSPORT
Breakfast in the hotel.
Next stop is Marble Mountain, also known as Ngu Hanh Son, a group of five limestone and marble hills. They resemble five fingers extending out from the sea. There are several caves, caverns, pagodas, numerous staircases, and two spectacular viewpoints.
As we leave Da Nang to travel to Hue, we'll have the opportunity to admire the Cloud Pass (Hai Van Pass), where you can enjoy the sea on one side and the green mountain on the other. We'll also make stops at Lang Co and Lap An lagoons for photos.
Arrive in Hue, check in hotel and free at leisure.
Overnight in Hue.
Note: English-speaking guide. Private transportation
B, L TRANSPORT
Breakfast at the hotel.
We take a short drive to a lush river valley where seven tombs were built for seven Nguyen emperors. We will visit two tombs: the Tomb of Minh Mang and the Tomb of Tu Duc, to help you understand more about royal life and architecture.
Visit the Thuy Xuan Incense Village, which has existed here for about 700 years, during the Nguyen Dynasty. In the past, the village supplied incense to the royal court, mandarins, and local residents.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
We will visit the Imperial Citadel. It is Hue's most famous and iconic site. Begun in 1805 during the reign of Emperor Gia Long, it is actually a sprawling complex consisting of the Imperial City, several museums, lakes, and beautiful gardens, all arranged in a series of concentric circles. We also visited the Forbidden Purple City, built in the early 1800s for the emperor's personal use and staffed by eunuchs who posed no threat to the royal concubines.
Overnight in Hue.
Note: English-speaking guide. Private transportation
B, L TRANSPORT
Breakfast at the hotel
At the agreed time, pick-up and transfer to the airport for your flight to Hanoi.
Arrive in Hanoi, meet your driver and guide, and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Note: English – speaking guide in Hanoi. Private transportation
B TRANSPORT
Breakfast at the hotel.
The day begins with a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (exterior) (open every day except Mondays, Fridays, and September and October), Ho Chi Minh's residence, which includes the Government Palace (exterior) and a simple two-room dwelling where Ho Chi Minh lived from 1948 until his final days. Then, visit the One Pillar Pagoda, one of the symbols of the ancient capital.
We then visit Tran Quoc Temple on the shores of West Lake.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, we continue with a visit to the Temple of Literature, known as the First University of Vietnam, which remains the most visited site by both foreign and local tourists.
To conclude the tour, we’ll take a rickshaw ride in the Old Quarter.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Note: English-speaking guide. Private transportation.
B, L TRANSPORT
After breakfast, depart by shared minivan to reach Halong Bay, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and included on the list of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. You will encounter one of the most breathtaking landscapes on the planet. A collection of more than 3,000 limestone islands and islets, each with imposing shapes that rise above the sea.
Arrive at the port and board on the cruise.
You will have lunch on board the boat and begin your island-hopping cruise, where you will have the opportunity to explore magnificent caves or visit a fishing village.
In the evening, enjoy a special sunset dinner, followed by an onboard activity session.
Overnight on board.
Note: English-speaking guide on board. Shared transportation
B, L, D TRANSPORT
6:00 AM: We start the day full of energy with a Tai Chi session and enjoy the sun rising over the horizon. We visit the bay according to the cruise itinerary.
9:30 AM: We check out.
Brunch is served at the restaurant
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Disembark the cruise ship and transfer back to Tuan Chau Port. Relax and wait for your luggage.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Arrive at Tuan Chau Port. Return to Hanoi by shared limousine and then transfer to the airport for your flight to Luang Prabang.
Upon arrival in Luang Prabang, your guide and driver will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Notes:
English-speaking guide on board. Shared transportation to Hanoi.
Private transportation to the airport in Hanoi and Luang Prabang. English-speaking guide in Luang Prabang
B, Brunch TRANSPORT
Breakfast in the hotel
Start your day with a visit to the Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre where you are able to observe valuable artifacts and traditional clothing and implements from each of the 20 ethnic minority groups which inhabit the Luang Prabang area. We enjoy a tour of the city’s oldest temple, Wat Sene, and the magnificent Wat Xieng Thong where you can see the impressive “tree of life” mosaic set in colored glass. We’ll visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun.
In the afternoon we will travel by boat up the tea-colored waters of the Mekong River to the Pak Ou Caves. The caves are home to hundreds of statues of Buddha, big and small, that have been left by devotees. You’ll be amazed to see how many are crammed in! Along the way, you will stop at a riverside Ban Xang Khong and Xieng Lek villages to see the famous weavers working on ancient looms before returning to town.
Overnight in Luang Prabang
Note: English-speaking guide. Private transportation.
B TRANSPORT
Breakfast in the hotel
An early start gives you the fantastic opportunity to participate in the daily morning alms giving ritual to saffron-clad monks. This tradition is unique to Laos, being the only Buddhist nation still preserving this procession and we continue to explore the morning market to have a sightsee the sales foods on display.
Transfer back to the hotel for breakfast.
After breakfast, visit The National Museum at the former Royal Palace, which displays a lovely collection of artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture throughout the ages, and also visit the Human Chan, which is a Luang Prabang Heritage style house so you can experience Luang Prabang daily lives from this central traditional house.
In the early afternoon, we depart for a 1 - hour drive south to one of Luang Prabang’s most picturesque sights, the Kuang Si waterfall. Once at the waterfalls, take a leisurely hike through the national park towards the Kuang Si waterfalls and pass by the Asian Bear Rescue Center. For the more adventurous, continue to the top of the main waterfall. Swimming in the refreshing waters is possible, although between November and January the water temperature is very cool
Back to the city, we climb up to Phousi Mountain, which offers a panoramic view of the city and the beautiful surrounding countryside.
We then explore the Night Market, where you can find a lovely selection of handmade textile made by local and hill tribe people surrounding Luang Prabang.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Note: English-speaking guide. Private transportation.
B TRANSPORT
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free time to rest, buy souvenirs, etc.
At the appropriate time, you will arrive at the airport for your departure flight.
End of our services!
Note: Private transportation
B TRANSPORT
3 Noches
Elios Hotel
Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
https://elioshotel.vn/vi/
3 Noches
Thanh Binh Riverside
Hoi An, Vietnam
https://thanhbinhriversidehotel.com/
2 Noches
Eldora Hotel
Hue, Vietnam
http://www.eldorahotel.com/accommodation.html
2 Noches
MK Premier Boutique Hotel
Hanoi, Vietnam
https://mkpremier.vn/
1 Noches
Mila Cruise
Ha Long Bay, Vietnam
https://milacruises.com/
3 Noches
Villa Chitdara Hotel
Luang Prabang, Laos
http://www.villachitdara.com/
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Vietnam Airlines Economy |
Ho Chi Minh |
VN 122 1h25' |
Da Nang | Available |
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Vietnam Airlines Economy |
Da Nang |
VN 168 1h25' |
Hanoi | Available |
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Vietnam Airlines Economy |
Hanoi |
VN 931 1h5' |
Luang Prabang | Available |
| PAX | Price per person in USD |
| 6 | 1377 |
- Meals where mentioned (B: breakfast; L: lunch; D: dinner)
- Internal flight ticket in economy class: Ho Chi Minh - Da Nang, Hue - Hanoi, Hanoi - Luang Prabang.
- Local English speaking guide as mentioned in the itinerary
- Accommodation in a shared twin or shared double room
- Entrance fees to the attractions mentioned in this program
- All visits and excursions mentioned in this itinerary
- Transportation used in the program. Note: For tours with more than 10 people, private car will be used every day of the itinerary.
- International round-trip flight from your country
- Tips
- Personal expenses such as telephone, laundry, drinks, etc.
- Meals not mentioned in the program
- Bank charges related to payment
- Entry visa
- Other services not clearly indicated in the "included" section
- Comprehensive insurance (recommended)
