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Journeys: Discover Southeast Asia
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Length
18 Days
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Starts in
Bangkok (Thailand)
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Ends in
Siem Reap (Cambodia)
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Available Tour Start Dates
APR 11, 2026 to JAN 9, 2029
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Activity Level
Easy
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Style
Fully-Guided
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National Geographic Journeys
Greater exploration, insider access, and the freedom to roam - all without sacrificing comfort., Small GroupGroup trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.
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$3,824.25
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Overview
Immerse yourself in the natural and cultural heritage of Indochina, from tranquil Buddhist temples to shimmering palaces, legendary jungle cities to colourful, chaotic markets. Cruise the serene waters of otherworldly Ha Long Bay and wander amid the vine-covered courtyards of Angkor. Learn the secrets of Thai cuisine with a local chef, witness a Laotian almsgiving tradition, and soak up Southeast Asia's heady blend of old and new at every step of the journey.
Visited During Tour
Bangkok (Thailand) | Chiang Mai (Thailand) | Ha Long Bay (Vietnam) | Hanoi (Vietnam) | Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam) | Luang Prabang (Laos) | Phnom Penh (Cambodia) | Siem Reap (Cambodia)
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Tour Itinerary
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Dates, Offers & Prices
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Tour Itinerary
G Adventures Tour Code ATING-10867
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1Bangkok
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.
Upon arrival you will be transferred to the hotel. There are no activities planned until the evening welcome meeting. You are free to relax, explore the city, and adjust to the frantic pace of Bangkok.
At this meeting your National Geographic Expedition Leader will ask to see your travel insurance, check that you have a visa for Vietnam and complete some other paper work. Please note that you MUST arrive on tour with your Vietnam visa. Please refer to the visa information section of these trip notes for more information on obtaining your Vietnamese visa.
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Airport Transfer
Upon arrival at the airport, head to the arrival hall and go to gate number 4 near the airport information counter. Look for a driver holding a G Adventures sign with your name, who'll take you to your hotel so you can check in and start exploring.
Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group
Your opportunity to meet your National Geographic Expedition Leader and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Accommodations: Pranakorn Heritage Hotel -
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2Bangkok/Chiang Mai
Set out to explore the Thai capital. Board a traditional klong boat for a ride along the city's winding canals, gliding past quaint temples, modern skyscrapers, and houses perched above the water. Then explore the gardens, and courtyards of the dazzling Grand Palace, once the official residence of the Thai royal family, and gaze upon the sacred statue of the Emerald Buddha at Wat Phra Kaew. Later, catch a flight to Chiang Mai.
Settle into exquisite surroundings in Chiang Mai and take a relaxing break from the fast pace of Bangkok.
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- Breakfast
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Klong Riverboat Tour
Travel by longtail boat on the busy Chao Phraya River and through the small canals of western Bangkok's Thonburi district. Observe colourful scenes of everyday life along the river banks.
Grand Palace Visit
Visit the King's official residence (made up of many buildings, halls, lawns, gardens, and courtyards) on the banks of the Chao Phraya River and see the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Please note the cost of this optional activity does not include the entrance fee.
Plane
Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
Accommodations: Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa -
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3Chiang Mai
Delve into the bustle of Chiang Mai's morning markets with a local chef, and learn about colourful fruits and fragrant herbs as you select ingredients for a Thai cooking class. Enjoy your creation for lunch, then set out to visit a historic temple. Gain profound insights into daily life and core Buddhist principles through a conversation with a Theravada monk, an alumnus of the International Buddhist University, Sri Lanka, and a respected teacher of Buddhism and meditation at a renowned international center in Chiang Mai. Later, clear your mind to the chanting of monks at Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, one of the most spectacular gilded temples in Thailand.
Monk Chats are a great cultural exchange, but is also important in helping the young Monks improve their English.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
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Cooking Class
Pick out the best ingredients at a local market and learn how to make delicious Thai dishes.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Doi Suthep Temple Visit
Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, a golden Buddhist temple outside of Chiang Mai on the Mt Doi Suthep. Climb 300 steps to reach the temple and be rewarded with an unforgettable view. Admire the many Buddhist relics at this sacred temple and visit the white elephant shrine. Legend has it that the location of the temple was chosen after a white elephant carried a relic to the mountain and trumpeted three times before dying on the spot. Also, with a little luck, you may witness the chanting of the monks.
Meet with Monks
Visit a Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai's Suthep district. Engage in an informal conversation with a teaching monk at an international meditation center in Chiang Mai. Discuss Theravadha Buddhism and monastic life. These sessions offer a unique opportunity for personal reflection and a deeper connection to the ancient wisdom of Buddhism.
Accommodations: Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa1Optional Activities for Day 3
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4Chiang Mai
Spend a full day exploring Chiang Mai's temples and forested hills on your own, or choose between a variety of optional activities. Opt to take a cycling tour through verdant rice paddies and the elegant historic district. This evening, visit a village outside of the city for a khantok-style dinner, served on low pedestal trays, and chat with your hosts about life in rural Thailand. Later, choose to visit Chiang Mai's vibrant night market.
The Khantok dinner is a must-do when you reach northern Thailand. Khantok in the Northern dialect means a wooden tray used for carrying dishes, round in shape, made of teak wood. The host will invite guests to sit on the floor around the khantok. The main dishes on the khantok usually include sticky rice, hang-le curry (Burmese-styled curry), and some chili-pasted crispy pork. After, enjoy tea time with the opportunity to talk with local people to learn their way of living.
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- Breakfast
- Dinner
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Free Time
Opt to visit local handicraft workshops and the bustling Chiang Mai night market.
Traditional Thai Home Dinner
Visit a village outside Chiang Mai and sit down to an authentic Khantoke dinner in the home of a local family. Dishes typically include sticky rice, hang-le curry, and crispy pork with chilli paste. Over tea, learn about life in rural Thailand and visit the family garden to learn about herbs and spices popular in local cooking.
Accommodations: Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa2Optional Activities for Day 4
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5Chiang Mai/Luang Prabang
Fly to Luang Prabang, a leafy Laotian city nestled at the meeting point of the Mekong and Nam Khan Rivers. Take an orientation walk of the beautiful, UNESCO World Heritage-listed town, strolling past traditional wooden Buddhist temples and elegant French colonial buildings.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Plane
Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
Orientation with Expedition Leader
Enjoy a brief walk with your Expedition Leader. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.
Accommodations: Victoria Xiengthong Palace -
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6Luang Prabang
Rise at dawn to observe the daily almsgiving ritual, when Buddhist monks walk through the streets collecting offerings of food from the local residents in exchange for blessings. Then visit the National Museum-formerly the Royal Palace-to see the golden Phra Bang Buddha statue for which the city is named; and explore the resplendent Wat Xieng Thong, one of Luang Pragang's largest and most historic temples. Later, hop on a boat and float down the Mekong to the caves of Pak Ou, a religious site that harbours thousands of Buddha sculptures within its limestone chambers.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Royal Palace Museum Visit
The ornate rooms of this royal palace-turned-museum house the country's crown jewels, many religious artifacts, and a 50kg (110 lb) Buddha, cast of gold, silver and bronze. Gifts from visiting heads of state are on display, as are the beautiful silk screens crafted by the Queen.
Wat Xien Thong Visit
Once a royal temple where Kings were crowned, the importance of this 16th-century Buddhist temple as a religious monastery is not lost on visitors. Wat Xieng Thong stands resplendent among shrines, pavilions, chapels, towers and gardens, and its gilded wooden doors, mosaics, and ceiling displays are representative of typical Laos art and craft.
Boat
Climb aboard and get your float on.
Pak Ou Caves Visit
Visit these dramatic caves considered an important spiritual site by many Lao people. See thousands of Buddha statues and images that line the limestone walls.
Boat
Climb aboard and get your float on.
Accommodations: Victoria Xiengthong Palace -
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7Luang Prabang
Spend the early morning at leisure before venturing into the lush countryside to visit a G for Good sponsored project in the Baan Ou community. Enjoy this special time to connect with women who are empowered to actively participate and lead in tourism activities, including; demonstrating the making of Laos rice noodles, weaving, and providing authentic meal experiences. After lunch, continue to Kuang Si Waterfall-relax by the tiered limestone pools and take a refreshing dip in the turquoise waters. This evening, choose to visit Luang Prabang's bustling night market with the National Geographic Expedition Leader.
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- Breakfast
- Lunch
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Free Time
Visit centuries-old temples, the historic centre, nearby parks and waterfalls. Don't miss the chance to witness an alms giving ceremony.
Meal with Local Baan Ou Community
Enjoy a delicious meal with the local Baan Ou Community. Learn about Laotian cuisine and life in Luang Prabang. Start the visit with a welcome drink and a brief introduction to the village before a Baci Welcome ceremony. Then walk through the village and visit the noodle house and weaving house. Sit down for a lunch prepared by a group of women in the community.
Kuang Si Waterfalls Excursion
Journey to this magnificent tiered waterfall, where relaxing is highly recommended. Opt for a dip in the turquoise waters and explore multiple picture-perfect pools, framed by the jungle landscape.
Accommodations: Victoria Xiengthong Palace3Optional Activities for Day 7
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8Luang Prabang/Hanoi
Enjoy some free time in Luang Prabang before catching a late afternoon flight to Hanoi, Vietnam.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Free Time
Get out and explore this picturesque city with some free time.
Plane
Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
Accommodations: Golden Silk Boutique Hotel -
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9HANOI/HA LONG BAY
Begin the day with a visit to the mausoleum of Ho Chi Minh, one of Vietnam's most influential political leaders. Afterward, transfer to Ha Long Bay, where thousands of sculpted limestone islands rise from serene, turquoise waters. Settle into your cabin on a traditional-style wooden boat or junk boat, where we'll spend the night, and embark on a cruise of Bai Tu Long Bay or Ha Long Bay (depending on boat availability). Continue to glide around the bay's stunning karst formations, and explore with our local guide.
This traditional wooden sailing boat offers a unique way of navigating the limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay with all the comforts of a motorized, floating hotel. The boat crew will prepare an included seafood lunch and dinner. All cabins are twin share and have an en-suite bathroom. The boat features an enclosed dining and sitting area and of course plenty of outside deck space to enjoy your beautiful surroundings.
On rare occasion Ha Long Bay is closed to tourist vessels by the government authorities due to extreme weather conditions. Should this occur, an alternate activity will be provided.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
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Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Guided Tour
Take a guided tour of the mausoleum where Ho Chi Minh's embalmed body is housed in a glass case. During seasonal closures (see below), visit the Presidential Palace grounds for a short guided tour. Note: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is open until 11:00am and closed on Monday and Friday. Entry is dependent on what time the group arrives in Hanoi. The mausoleum will be close for 2 months every year for maintenance. It's usually from June 16th - August 16th every year, but this can vary.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Ha Long Bay Overnight Junk boat Cruise
Cruise through the stunning bay. Relax on board our comfortable traditional wooden junk boat. Enjoy your time afloat eating fresh seafood, admiring the magnificent karst formations, and exploring. Spend a peaceful night anchored in the bay under the stars.
Accommodations: Halong Overnight Cruise1Optional Activities for Day 9
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10HA LONG BAY/HANOI
Return to land and head back to Hanoi. Enjoy lunch at KymViet, a G Adventures-supported program that teaches stitching and sewing skills to local people with disabilities. Learn about KymViet meeting with the staff and make a small handicraft. Then set out to discover Hanoi's lively Old Quarter on a cyclo, a three-wheel bicycle taxi, whizzing past vendors hawking all manner of trinkets and roadside chefs cooking up sizzling street eats.
Classic French colonial architecture, beautiful decor and a scenic location makes Hanoi a fantastic place to visit. If local cuisine piques your interest, opt to pre-book the "Hanoi Foodie Culture Tour" on the checkout page ahead of time, to include this optional on your tour.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
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Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Kym Viet Local Enterprise Visit
Visit the staff and team at KymViet, a local enterprise supported by G Adventures. KymViet is a community organization that helps people with disabilities learn real life skills and create their own dignified source of income. With a focus on stitching and sewing, their team members lead travelers on handicraft workshops to make high quality products like stuffed animals and home decorations. Learn about the organization while having a regional refreshment, learning some sign language and enjoy a delicious lunch.
Kym Viet Craft & Lunch
Connect with some local people in Hanoi and make your very own souvenir to bring home during our visit to KymViet, a social enterprise supported by G Adventures. We'll be welcomed with a regional beverage, meet the staff and learn about the KymViet story. Under their guidance, local people with disabilities have been trained in stitching and sewing. While there we'll each make our own stuffed animals, getting to know our hosts and learning some sign language. We'll have a delicious lunch before touring the property to get to know the organization even better. Before we leave, enjoy a visit to their cafe where we can buy snacks and other souvenirs made by the team members at Kym Viet.
Hanoi Cyclo Tour
Take a seat on a cyclo for a tour of Hanoi's lively Old Quarter. Let the driver navigate through the bustling streets and start taking some photos or just use the tour to help get familiar with the area.
Free Time
Head to dynamic Hang Gai Street or the night market for some evening shopping.
Accommodations: Golden Silk Boutique Hotel6Optional Activities for Day 10
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11Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City
Fly to Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, and absorb the sights, sounds, and smells of this bustling metropolis on a cyclo tour. Later, opt to delve into the colourful aisles of Ben Thanh Market, known for an abundance of food stalls as well as shops selling handicrafts, textiles, jewelry, and electronics; and try your hand at bargaining.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Plane
Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
Ho Chi Minh City Cyclo Tour
Take a city tour on a cyclo (cycle rickshaw) - a great way to absorb the sights, sounds, and smells of Ho Chi Minh City while keeping your hands free for that camera action.
Accommodations: Continental Saigon Hotel1Optional Activities for Day 11
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12Ho Chi Minh City
Venture to the legendary Cu Chi tunnels, a network of underground passageways that provided a base for Viet Cong soldiers during the Vietnam War. Visit underground hospitals and ammunition stores, and learn about the vital role that the tunnels played in the eventual victory of the North. Later, visit the War Remnants Museum, a powerful reminder of the atrocities committed during the Vietnam War. Choose to take a tour of the Reunification Palace, the site which marked the end of the war.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Cu Chi Tunnels Guided Tour
Take a guided tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels, a complex network of tunnels that the Viet Cong lived in to protect themselves from opposing forces during the Vietnam War. Try crawling through some of the tunnels (if you're not claustrophobic). These tunnels stored ammunition, had underground hospitals, and served as a hidden base for attacking allied forces.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
War Remnants Museum Visit
Visit the War Remnants Museum, a gut-wrenching but worthwhile experience that includes three storeys of exhibits and military hardware. Learn about the devastation that occurred in Saigon during the Vietnam War, a period that greatly contrasts the joy and liveliness of the Vietnamese people today.
Free Time
Shop at the Ben Thanh Market, tour the city by cyclo, or boat down the Saigon river.
Accommodations: Continental Saigon Hotel1Optional Activities for Day 12
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13Ho Chi Minh City/Phnom Penh
Fly to Phnom Penh and explore the eclectic Cambodian capital on a cyclo tour. Pedal along the tree-lined riverfront past some of the city's main sights, including the French colonial post office and the gleaming Royal Palace, where the king of Cambodia still resides.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Plane
Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
Phnom Penh Cyclo Tour
Settle in a traditional cyclo and depart from Wat Phnom. Tour busy streets to soak up the real vibe of the city. Pass the post office and Van's restaurant, both stunning colonial buildings, and make your way to the Royal Palace and National Museum. Go along the riverside road and take in the atmospheric cafes that line the street.
Accommodations: Sunway Hotel Phnom Penh -
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14Phnom Penh
Today, we spend time learning about Cambodia's tragic 20th-century past, visiting sites that commemorate the "killing fields" of the Khmer Rouge-a brutal regime that ruled the country from 1975 to 1979. Pay your respects to victims of the Cambodian genocide at the haunting Choeung Ek Memorial; and visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, a former high-security prison where nearly 17,000 people were tortured and incarcerated during the Khmer Rouge's years in power.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Tuol Sleng Museum (S-21 Prison) Guided Tour
Learn about the dark history and devastation that occurred at Security Prison 21 (S-21); the prison, used by the Khmer Rouge regime, is now Tuol Sleng Museum. Take a guided tour to hear the stories behind the sombre photos lining the museum walls.
Choeung Ek (Killing Fields) Guided Tour
Learn more about the atrocities of the Khmer Rouge visiting the killing fields of Choeung Ek; the grounds now stand as a powerful memorial filled with victims' skulls and mass graves. Tour this sombre, yet serene, site with a guide.
Accommodations: Sunway Hotel Phnom Penh3Optional Activities for Day 14
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15Phnom Penh/Siem Reap
Drive to Siem Reap-the gateway to mystical Angkor. Take an orientation walk through the entertainment district and visit one of the city's exciting night markets, an open-air maze of neon-lit stalls selling a kaleidoscopic array of products.
Please prepare yourself for a long driving day over roads that are not well maintained and often have heavy traffic. Please wear comfortable clothes, bring medication if you suffer from motion sickness and bring your tablet or book to pass the time. We will make rest stops along the way.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Night Market Visit
A neighbourhood unto itself, Siem Reap's night market is lively with shoppers exploring more than 240 hut shops selling souvenirs, artwork, and clothing.
Orientation with Expedition Leader
Enjoy a brief walk with your Expedition Leader. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.
Accommodations: Royal Angkor Resort -
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16Siem Reap
Spend the day exploring the ruins of Angkor, the magnificent 12th-century capital of the Khmer Empire. Wake early to watch the sunrise over the spires of Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument ever built, and wander through the city's mystical courtyards and jungle-covered temples with an expert local guide. Stop for a typical Khmer lunch at the New Hope Cambodia vocational training restaurant, a G Adventures-supported initiative that provides hospitality training to unemployed youth. This evening, we'll enjoy a performance at a Cambodian circus, another social enterprise aimed at uplifting underprivileged young adults.
It can get very hot and humid walking around Angkor. Please wear lightweight clothes and good walking shoes, and be sure to drink lots of water to stay hydrated.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
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Angkor Wat Guided Tour
Enjoy a tour of the impressive ancient ruins with a local guide. Explore magnificent Angkor Wat temple--Visit the enigmatic faces of Bayon within the walled city of Angkor Thom, and tour Ta Prohm (aka the "Tomb Raider" temple), which is slowly being swallowed by the jungle.
Tuk-Tuk
Scoot quickly around the big cities inside a three-wheeled mini-taxi.
New Hope Vocational Training Restaurant
Enjoy a traditional meal of Khmer food at the New Hope Vocational Training Restaurant, an initiative kickstarted by G Adventures. Providing skill-building opportunities to marginalized community members, the project also funds the adjacent free community school and health centre. Visit the restaurant run by locals and see how the New Hope project has supported positive change in the community.
Free Time
Take some time to explore this lively town on your own. This evening, opt to enjoy a Cambodian Circus show.
Cambodian Circus Performance and Talk
Enjoy a performance at Phare, the Cambodian Circus and meet with one of the organizers who gives an overview of the history of this incredible organization and circus arts in Cambodia. Phare Performing Social Enterprise provides training and gainful employment to at risk Cambodian youth from difficult social and economic backgrounds. The shows are outstanding and based in storytelling, inspired by the real-life experiences of the circus's creators and performers, dealing with themes such as war, discrimination, relationships, and poverty. Performances combine theatre, dance, original live music, and modern circus arts to tell uniquely Cambodian stories, both traditional and contemporary.
Accommodations: Royal Angkor Resort -
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17Siem Reap
Continue to discover the archaeological wonders of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Angkor with our local guide. Opt to visit the Angkor National Museum, browsing its interactive galleries and stunning collections of relics; or choose to tour the floating villages of Tonle Sap lake, encountering lively communities complete with markets, clinics, and schools.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Exclusive Inclusions:
Angkor Wat Guided Tour
Enjoy a tour of the impressive ancient ruins with a local guide. Explore magnificent Angkor Wat temple--Visit the enigmatic faces of Bayon within the walled city of Angkor Thom, and tour Ta Prohm (aka the "Tomb Raider" temple), which is slowly being swallowed by the jungle.
Tuk-Tuk
Scoot quickly around the big cities inside a three-wheeled mini-taxi.
Free Time
In your free time opt to shop, or visit the museum or floating village.
Accommodations: Royal Angkor Resort2Optional Activities for Day 17
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18Siem Reap
Depart at any time.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Departure Day
Not ready to leave? Your Expedition Leader can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Accommodations
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Bangkok
Pranakorn Heritage Hotel
Location
167/4 Prachathipatai Rd, Bang Khun Phrom, Khet Phra Nakhon
Bangkok, Thailand-10200
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Chiang Mai
Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa
Location
36 Rat Uthit Rd, Amphur, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50000
Chiang Mai, Thailand-50000
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Ha Long
Halong Overnight Cruise
Location
Ha Long, Vietnam
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Hanoi
Golden Silk Boutique Hotel
Location
109-111 Hang Gai Street
Hoan Kiem Ward
Hanoi, Vietnam-10000
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Ho Chi Minh City
Continental Saigon Hotel
Location
132-134 Dong Khoi Street, District 1
Sai Gon Ward
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Other Details
- Spa, Laundry, Restaurant, Conference Room
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Luang Prabang
Victoria Xiengthong Palace
Location
Kounxoau Rd, Ban Phonehueng
Luang Prabang, Laos
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Phnom Penh
Sunway Hotel Phnom Penh
Location
Wat Phnom 1 Street 92
Phnom Penh, Cambodia-12022
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Siem Reap
Royal Angkor Resort
Location
Highway No.6. Phum Kasekum
Siem Reap, Cambodia-93279
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
More Details
G Adventures is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Journeys: Discover Southeast Asia tour:
Group Size
Max 16, Avg 10.
What's Included
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Meet with Monks, Chiang MaiYour Journeys Highlight Moment: Traditional Thai Home Dinner, Chiang MaiYour Journeys Highlight Moment: Cambodian Circus Performance and Talk, Siem ReapYour G for Good Moment: Meal with Local Baan Ou Community, Luang PrabangYour G for Good Moment: Kym Viet Local Enterprise Visit, HanoiYour G for Good Moment: New Hope Vocational Training Restaurant, Siem ReapYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and GroupYour Foodie Moment: Cooking Class, Chiang MaiYour Discover Moment: Luang PrabangYour Discover Moment: Kym Viet Craft & Lunch, Hanoi. Arrival transfer. Tour of Bangkok including boat ride on the klong (canals). Visit the temple at Doi Suthep. Orientation walk of Chiang Mai night market. Tour of Luang Prabang. Boat tour to Pak Ou cave temples. Kuang Sii waterfall excursion. Hanoi old town cyclo tour. Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum visit. Halong Bay overnight cruise. Ho Chi Minh City cyclo tour. Cu Chi tunnels tour. War Remnants Museum visit. Phnom Penh cyclo tour. Tuol Sleng Prison Museum tour and Choeung Ek memorial (the "killing fields") tour. Siem Reap orientation walk and night market. Two-day guided tour of Angkor Wat. Internal flights. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Highlights
Enjoy a traditional khantoke dinner in a rural village, enjoy a visit and talk with a monk at an historic Chiang Mai Temple, have lunch at a training restaurant for disadvantaged youth, witness an outstanding performance at Phare (the Cambodian circus), take thrilling cyclo rides for a different perspective in bustling cities
Message from G Adventures About Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your Expedition Leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy please bear in mind that all clients must have medical coverage and that we require a minimum coverage of USD 200,000 for repatriation and emergency rescue. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
Optional Activities
G Adventures is offering the following optional activities at an additional cost, subject to availability:
Chiang Mai- Street Food Walk at Chiang Mai Night Market- Chiang Mai Cycling Tour (1500THB per person)Luang Prabang- Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre Entry (35000LAK per person)- Ock Pop Tok Living Crafts Centre Visit (Free)- Night Market VisitHa Long Bay- Kayaking (10USD per person)Hanoi- Vietnamese Women's Museum (1.50USD per person)- Hanoi Foodie Culture Tour- Hoa Lo Prison Entry (1.50USD per person)- Temple of Literature Entry (2USD per person)- Fine Arts Museum (2USD per person)- Museum of Ethnology Visit (2USD per person)Ho Chi Minh City- Benh Tan Market Visit- Reunification Palace Visit (2USD per person)Phnom Penh- Royal Palace Visit- Silver Pagoda Visit (10USD per person)- National Museum Visit (10USD per person)Siem Reap- Angkor Museum Visit (12USD per person)- Tonle Sap Floating Village (25-30USD per person)
Accommodation Summary
Hotels - 16 nts, junk boat - 1 nt.
Meals Included
17 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners
What are the meals like on this trip?
Eating is a big part of traveling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally, meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what, and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally, food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your Expedition Leader will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip. Included breakfasts in some places may be Asian style consisting of noodles or congee (rice porridge) or bread and eggs. Vegetarians will be able to find a range of different foods, although in some areas the choice maybe limited. For all trips please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.
Group Leader
National Geographic Expedition Leader
What is the group leader like?
All G Adventures group trips are accompanied by one of our National Geographic Expedition Leader throughout. The aim of the Expedition Leaders is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting- we think it's the best of both worlds.
International Flights
No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your National Geographic Signature Specialist or booking agent for further details.In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport.
Transportation
Private vehicle, boat, Songthaew (local truck), plane, cyclo, walking.
Minimum Age
You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.
How should I dress to respect local customs during the tour?
When packing be aware that dress standards are conservative throughout Asia. To respect this and for your own comfort, we strongly recommend modest clothing. This means covering shoulders and no very short shorts. Loose, lightweight, long clothing is both respectful and cool in the predominantly hot Asian climate. Shorts should be knee-length.
Notes
Effective May 1, 2025, all travelers entering Thailand through air, land, or sea must complete the Thailand E-Arrival form. You must register at least 3 days before arrival. Please see Trip Details for more information.
Checklist
Conservative Dress:o Modest clothing that covers knees and shoulders (Long pants, long skirts, shirts that cover shoulders)o Shawl or scarf (for temple visits)Documents:o Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)o Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)o Passport (required) (With photocopies)o Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)o Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)Essentials:o Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)o Binoculars (optional)o Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)o Cash, credit and debit cardso Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)o Ear plugso First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)o Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)o Fleece top/sweatero Footwearo Hato Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)o Locks for bagso Long pants/jeanso Moneybelto Outlet adaptero Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)o Reusable water bottleo Shirts/t-shirtso Sleepwearo Small travel towelo Sunglasseso Swimwearo Watch and alarm clocko Waterproof backpack covero Windproof rain jacketHealth & Safety:o Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)o Hand sanitizero Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)Smart Dress:o Smart outfit (For evenings out)Warm Weather:o Sandals/flip-flopso Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)o Sturdy water shoes/sandalso Sun hat/bandanao Swimwear
When can I do my laundry on this trip?
Laundry facilities are offered by some of our hotels for a charge. There will be times when you may want to or have to do your own laundry so we suggest you bring non-polluting/biodegradable soap.
Service Level
Upgraded: Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.
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