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Duration: 14 days
Place: Bangkok - Ayutthaya - Phuket - Hanoi - Halong Bay - Sapa
Meals: 13 Breakfast, 4 Lunch, 2 Dinner
Highlights
Combined Thailand and Vietnam Tour – 14 days of unforgettable travel to explore both countries, featuring Bangkok, Phuket, Hanoi, Sapa, and more.
- Bangkok, explore a world-class city where vibrant energy meets deep tradition, with stunning temples and the heart of Thai Buddhism and monarchy
- Ayutthaya, discover the sacred ruins of Thailand's ancient capital, a UNESCO site with over 700 years of history at the confluence of three rivers
- Phuket, bask in the tropical allure of Thailand's largest island, a gateway to the Andaman Sea with stunning beaches and vibrant nightlife
- Hanoi is a bustling city with a mix of Vietnamese and colonial influences
- Halong Bay, a UNESCO world heritage site, was established in 1994 for its exceptional landscapes
- Sapa, located in H'Mong land, offers a glimpse of the ethnic cradle of the North

Itinerary
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Your adventure in Thailand has started.
You will be welcomed at the airport then transferred to your arranged hotel for relaxation.
Free time for personal activities.
Overnight at a hotel.
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Bangkok - City Tour - CRUISE on the klongs - Bangkok
Begin the journey by unravelling the glorious history of the Capital of Thailand with its highlights :
The Grand Royal Palace complex which includes the Royal Palace and the magnificent Wat Phra Kaew
Wat Pho
Explore the bustling Chinatown of Bangkok
Wat Traimitr (Temple of the Golden Buddha)
Board a long-tail boat for a scenic excursion along the Chao Phraya River and the bustling inner canals of Thonburi, offering a close-up view of local life.
Visit the striking Temple of Dawn, Wat Arun
If time permits, explore the Pak Klong Talat Flower Market, located at the end of a canal near its outlet to the Chao Phraya River
Dinner cruise on the Chao Phraya River.
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Bangkok - Ayutthaya - Bang Pa-in : 90 km - 1h30
Explore its fascinating temples and historical ruins, showcasing stunning stupas and Buddha statues in Ayutthaya:
Ayutthaya is the former royal capital of Siam in the 14th century and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visit Wat Phu Khao Thong ("Monastery of the Golden Mount")
Visit Wat Phra Si Sanphet
Visit Viharn Phra Mongkhon Bophit
Visit Wat Lokaya Sutha
Visit Bang Pa-In Summer Palace
Return to Bangkok in the late afternoon.
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Bangkok - Fly - Phuket: 1h30
Free time until heading to the airport in Bangkok for your flight to Phuket.
Free time to enjoy your beach getaway and stay in one of the most luxurious hotels in Phuket at the end of the day!
Overnight at a hotel.
Meal: Breakfast -
Free time to enjoy your beach getaway and stay in one of the most luxurious hotels in Phuket at the end of the day!
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Phuket - Fly - Bangkok: 1h30
Free time until heading to the airport in Phuket for your flight to Bangkok.
You will be welcomed at the airport then transferred to your arranged hotel for relaxation.
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Heading to the airport in Bangkok for your flight to Hanoi.
Your adventure in Vietnam has started:
- Upon arrival at Hanoi's Noi Bai International Airport, you will be welcomed then privately transferred by a professional driver and an English – speaking guide to your arranged hotel for relaxation.
In the afternoon, enjoy a one – hour cyclo ride to explore:
- The charming colonial district with its leafy avenues.
- Hoan Kiem Lake and its legendary story, along with Ngoc Son Temple, nestled in the middle of the lake.
- The labyrinth of bustling streets filled with small shops in the famous and fascinating "Old Quarter," including the famous Silk Street (Hang Gai).
To immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Hanoi, take a walking tour to discover:
- Walking through the iconic Old Quarter.
- Colonial architecture,
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
We've selected the highlights for an in – depth tour of Hanoi.
Everything is included, nothing is imposed! Choose…
- Start the day at the Ho Chi Minh Complex and Ba Dinh Square. The visit includes the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House, the Presidential Palace, the Ho Chi Minh Museum, and the iconic One Pillar Pagoda.
- Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda and Quan Thanh Temple situated on the Truc Bach Lake shore.
- Visit the Temple of Literature.
- Explore the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology.
- Grab a Vietnamese coffee while waiting for the train to pass by at the Train Street.
Your evening: Water puppet show, accompanied by a choir and traditional Vietnamese musical instruments.
Free time: If you have some time left……
A lacquerware workshop, a Vietnamese specialty.
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Overnight at a hotel.
Meal: Breakfast -
Hanoi - Halong Bay: 155 km - 2h30
Halong Bay, with its 1,969 islands bathed in the turquoise waters of the East Sea, was recognized as a "natural beauty" and classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994
Cruise through this mythical bay with its spectacular seascape!
- Departure from the hotel, private car transfer without guide to Halong Bay
- Welcome reception with a welcome drink late in the morning
- Check-in to private cabins
- Crew introduction by the captain
- Cruise begins while enjoying lunch
Lunch served in the dining room or on the outdoor deck, with an excellent menu of carefully crafted dishes, beautifully presented, and served by a qualified staff
- Sun loungers are available for you to admire the passing scenery
- Explore the Cong Do area
- Visit the Thien Canh Son Cave
- Cruise towards Hon Co Island
- Enjoy kayaking and a refreshing swim in the jade-colored waters of the Gulf of Tonkin (if possible)
- Dinner: Savor fresh seafood with an exquisite menu of carefully crafted dishes, beautifully presented, and served by qualified staff
Overnight on board
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner -
Halong Bay - Hanoi - Train - Lao Cai: 155 km - 2h30
- Enjoy the morning view of the beautiful landscape with a cup of coffee or tea. Have breakfast in the fresh air.
Visit Vung Vieng Fishing Village by kayak or local rowboat.
Back to the boat.
Check out of the cabin and start cruising towards the harbor while a set lunch is served.
Drive to Yen Duc village in Dong Trieu province for a short break in this typical Vietnamese agricultural village which is rich in culture and traditions.
Enjoy a water puppet show performed by local artists.
Transfer back to Hanoi.
Overnight on the train
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch -
Lao Cai – Bac Ha – Bac Ha Market (Only Sunday) – Ban Pho – Sapa
2h drive
Arrive early in the morning at Lao Cai Train Station where your guide will welcome and transfer you to a small hotel to rest and have breakfast before starting a new day of discovery.
Every Sunday, the town of Bac Ha comes alive with the most colorful and authentic market in northern Vietnam. Here, you’ll encounter Flower H’Mong, Tay, and Phu La people, all gathering in a dazzling display of colors and culture.
The market is a feast for the senses – vibrant, bustling, and full of life. You’ll find local handicrafts, rice wine, spices, meat, fruit, a bird market with delicate bamboo cages, and even a buffalo and horse market – all woven into a dynamic and joyful atmosphere.
After the market, continue with a visit to the baroque – style palace of the H’Mong chief, Hoang A Tuong, built in 1920 and beautifully restored.
In the afternoon, explore Ban Pho Village, home to both colorfully dressed H’Mong and Tay people.
In the afternoon, transfer by private car to Sapa.
Overnight at a hotel.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner -
Sapa – Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van – Sapa
Private transfer to Sapa for a full day of trekking through spectacular mountain scenery and vibrant local culture.
Day of trekking in the Sapa region – Encounters with ethnic minorities among rice terraces
- Set off from Y Linh Ho Village, nestled in the stunning Muong Hoa Valley.
- Enjoy a 6 – kilometer trek through terraced rice fields to the village of Lao Chai, home to the Black H’Mong ethnic group.
- Continue with a gentle 2 – kilometer walk to the village of Ta Van, inhabited by the Giay ethnic group.
Overnight at a hotel.
Meal: Breakfast -
Sapa – Ma Tra – Ta Phin – BUS – Hanoi
- Trekking through the breathtaking mountain landscapes where terraced rice fields cascade along the hillsides. Sapa is home to more than 30 ethnic minority groups and boasts the highest peak in Vietnam – Mount Fansipan.
- Visit Ma Tra Village, inhabited by the Black H’Mong, and continue to Ta Phin Village, where the Red Dao people maintain their rich cultural heritage.
- Gifts from Hanoi Travel Zen Moments at the Red Dao.
In the afternoon, your guide will take you to the bus station in Sapa for the 5 – hour journey back to Hanoi.
Overnight at a hotel.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch -
Free time for personal activities until your private transfer to the airport (with driver, no guide) for your international departure flight
Meal: Breakfast
Inclusions
The travel cost varies depending on the season, type of accommodation, and number of travelers
Included
- All accommodation in suggested hotels
- All flights mentioned in program
- All meals as mentioned in the program
- All transfers by private car and a professional driver
- All other transportation used for travel: sampan, small boat, etc...
- A professional English – speaking guide at each stage the entire time (except during free time)
- All tours as per the designed program
- All entry fees for places you visit
- All the entertainment and shows mentioned in the program
- All program activities (bike, kayak, or others...)
Excluded
- International flights to and from your home country
- Beverages, personal expenses and other services not clearly mentioned
- Tipping guides and drivers, which are of course not mandatory, but always appreciated, are subject to your discretion
- Travel insurance of any kind that you subscribe to personally
- Any free time services: including car and driver, tour guide, lunch and dinner
BOOKING POLICY
Our Booking Policy – Travel with Ease and Elegance
Because you are at the heart of everything we do at HANOI VOYAGES, we have designed a booking process that is both refined and reassuring — just like your journey with us.
With just a 20% deposit, your dream journey is already within reach!
And the remaining balance? Settle it effortlessly upon your arrival — in the comfort of our welcoming office. Choose the payment method that suits you best: international bank transfer, credit card, or cash.
No stress, no rush — only the promise of a seamless beginning to your elegant escape.
So, when everything is this simple and secure, why wait? Let the journey begin.
Reviews
5.0
Jean-Yves L
10 Apr, 2025
An excellent stay made easy by Hanoi Travel
Perfectly built stay, in line with our expressed expectationsFlawless organization!A great availability of our contact Celine
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Francis P
16 Apr, 2025
Beautiful tour very well organized
Our tour was very well organized, our advisor was very professional, she never failed to check on us.We spent three wonderful weeks!!
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Marianne de belgique
20 Mar, 2025
Serious program and top follow-up
Beautiful discoveries! Very interesting trip, personalized according to our wishes and respected by our advisor Jolie Nguyen who showed professionalism and availability at all times.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hanoi Voyages offers a complete and varied range of accommodation options, where comfort, charm and warmth of welcome are always at the forefront. These hotels range from 3 stars to 5 stars depending on your budget.
Of course, Hanoi Voyages offers tailor-made and custom tours, so all changes are possible before departure, even after confirmation.
In case of cancellation, please contact us so that we can offer you a suitable solution.
We prioritize having a local guide specialized by region: one for the north, one for the central area, and one for the south. However, we balance the itinerary to minimize the tour guide's presence so you can save costs and enjoy other services.
It’s best to make your reservation as early as possible to find attractive prices and availability of services.
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