The land of a thousand smiles, ancient temples, five UNESCO World Heritage Sites, exotic and welcoming cultures, hilltribe villages, colorful markets and stunning scenery: ElderTreks’ Grand Southeast Asia Adventure offers the best of Thailand, Burma, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia.
Our journey begins in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand. Marvel at the amazing Grand Palace complex and the Temple of Dawn before taking a long-tail boat ride on the back canals of the Chao Phrya River. Fly to Rangoon (Yangon), Burma (Myanmar) and visit the city’s main attractions, including one of the most opulent temples in the world, the Shwedagon Pagoda. Travel to Mandalay and visit the most revered religious monuments in Burma as well as hand-woven silk and tapestry workshops. Pagan’s countryside is the perfect backdrop for its 2,000 ancient temples.
Return to Thailand and on to the northern city of Chiang Mai for a bicycle trip along the Ping River, followed by an afternoon Thai cooking lesson. Explore the Golden Triangle before embarking on a two-day Mekong River journey into the remote regions of northern Laos. Discover some of Southeast Asia’s most beautiful temples in Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Fly to the capital city of Laos, Vientiane and take in the city’s principal sights before heading to Hanoi, Vietnam.
Meander through tree-lined streets, past French colonial architecture and the old quarter of Hanoi by cyclo. In the evening, enjoy a performance of the famous water-puppets. Explore the thousands of limestone islands in the warm turquoise water of Halong Bay. Walk the streets of Hoi An — a “living museum” and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After seeing the highlights and energy of Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), spend a day at the infamous Cu Chi Tunnels. Spend a relaxing day meandering through the rivers and canals of the Mekong Delta. Depart Chau Doc by boat for a day of adventure on the Mekong, arriving in the Cambodian capital of Phnom Penh.
Our adventure continues in Siem Reap, the gateway city to the fantastic ruin sites of Angkor Wat. Visit the most impressive ruins of Bayon Temple, Banteay Srei, the “Citadel of Women”, Terrace of the Elephants and Angkor Tom, and enjoy a performance of classical Cambodian dance.
Our fascinating sojourn of Southeast Asia concludes in Bangkok, Thailand. We hope you can join ElderTreks’ Grand Southeast Asia adventure — truly a journey of a lifetime! |
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Day 2 Bangkok — Grand Palace, Temple of Dawn, Canal Trip Day 3 Fly Bangkok/Rangoon, Burma; Shwedagon Temple Day 4 Fly Rangoon/Mandalay; temples and pagodas Day 6 Explore Pagan — a UNESCO World Heritage Site Day 8 Fly to Bangkok, Thailand Day 9 Fly to Chiang Mai; Sightseeing Day 10 Cycle to the ancient ruins of Vieng Kum Kham; Thai Cooking Lessons Day 11 To the Golden Triangle Day 12 Begin 2-day Mekong River journey, Laos Day 13 Visit “Caves of a thousand Buddhas” enroute to Luang Prabang Day 14 Luang Prabang walking tour (UNESCO World Heritage Site) — explore by foot Day 15 Luang Prabang — Kuang Sy Waterfall, K’hmu Villages Day 16 Fly to Vientiane, Laos Day 17 Fly to Hanoi, Vietnam Day 19 The stunning islands of Halong Bay — boat trip Day 20 Fly to Hue (UNESCO World Heritage Site) Day 21 Perfume River boat trip Day 22 Hue to Hoi An via China Beach Day 23 Sightseeing Hoi An
Day 24 Fly Danang to Ho Chi Minh City Day 25 Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City and the Cu Chi Tunnels Day 26 Mekong Delta boat journey; floating market Day 27 Boat journey to Phnom Penh, Cambodia Day 28 Phnom Penh sights; fly to Siem Reap (Angkor Wat) Day 29 Angkor Wat Temples; classical Cambodian dance Day 30 Angkor Wat — UNESCO World Heritage Site Day 31 Angkor Wat — Banteay Srei, fly to Bangkok Accommodations
Comfortable hotels with private restrooms.
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