Vietnam del Nord e del Centro, Thailandia in 12 Giorni

Arrive at the airport in Hanoi (Vietnam), where your English-speaking guide is waiting for you with a sign with your name on it. Reception and transfer to the capital center (1 hr.) where you will have your first impression of Hanoi.

Check-in and rest at the hotel.

Enjoy a free afternoon; with the map we provide, you can go out and explore the capital on your own.

Overnight in Hanoi. This begins your exciting Vietnam and Thailand in 12 days with Kampá Tour.

After breakfast, we start the discovery of Hanoi's most notable cultural sites and historical monuments including the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the House on Stilts, Unique Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature - the country's first university founded in 1070. Lunch at a restaurant.

In the afternoon, we'll continue with the bike ride via the 36 guilds of Hanoi's Old Quarter. The name of the products is used to name the streets, e.g. Paper Street, Sugar Street, Silver Street, etc. (Hang Giay, Hang Duong, Hang Bac, etc. in Vietnamese). Finish the tour with Ngoc Son Temple, The Huc Bridge, and Hoan Kiem Lake or Restored Sword Lake. At the end of the afternoon, we will attend a Water Puppet Show at the Thang Long Theatre.

Return to the hotel. Overnight in Hanoi.

Departure to Halong, the most beautiful bay in Vietnam, one of the most magical landscapes in Asia. Embarkation arriving aboard a traditional junk. Welcome by the crew and departure for a magnificent cruise around the bay. Visit of Bai Tu Long (northern part of Halong Bay):

• Admiration of the picturesque islands and islets of 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 an on-board cooking demonstration, preparation of nems or spring rolls
• Tasty seafood lunches and dinners.

Free afternoon for your personal rest and relaxation: card games, night fishing...

Overnight on board.

Early in the morning, get up at dawn to enjoy the sunrise that emerges over the islets of the bay.

Boat trip to discover deserted beaches and the picturesque Ca Tunnel, Ba Ham Lake. Continuation of the cruise to the unknown parts of Halong Bay.

Lunch at the reed, disembark and return to Hanoi.

In the afternoon, flight to Da Nang, central city of Central Vietnam. Upon arrival, welcome by the driver and transfer to Hoi An, a small old village located about 30 kilometers south of Da Nang.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Morning dedicated to the discovery of the ancient port city of Hoi An. Walk through the Old Quarter to visit must-see sights: Fujian Shrine; Phuc Thanh Pagoda; the Japanese bridge built in 1593; the old alleys, the museums and the old wooden houses dating back hundreds of years...

In the afternoon, bike tour to discover the countryside of Hoi An where there are rice paddies, small villages, shrimp farms and orchards. Stop along the way in the village of Cam Chau, visit a lantern factory, discover the stages of making a lantern: bamboo basketry, dyeing, paper... then an introduction to traditional techniques.

Return to Hoi An towards the end of the afternoon.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Free morning in Hoi An.

From Hoi An, we drive to Ba Na Hills. This place was awarded the "World's Leading Cable Car System" award by the World Travel Awards. We observed the beauty of the hill from the view of the cable car. Visit the Garden of Love, Linh Ung Pagoda, and the Golden Bridge.

Finish your visit at Ba Na Hills. Transfer to the airport to take the flight from Da Nang to Bangkok, the capital of Thailand in the afternoon. Upon arrival, welcome by the guide and driver.

Transfer to the hotel. 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 early to visit Maeklong Market, located on the train tracks, very close to the train terminal.

Walk along the tracks to explore the vibrant market and notice how quickly merchants close their stalls in preparation for the train, which is scheduled to pass around 8:30 a.m.

Then, head to the small market of Samut Songkhran, where you'll embark on a beautiful canoe ride along the Grand Canal and then through smaller canals, providing an authentic glimpse of rural Asia on the outskirts of Bangkok. The trip, which lasts approximately one hour, will culminate in the heart of the Damnoen Saduak floating market.

Explore this traditional market, packed with vendors offering a variety of products, including food, flowers, plants, and even animals.

Return to Bangkok and enjoy free time to relax.

Overnight in Bangkok.

Transfer to Bangkok airport for a flight to Koh Samui. Upon arrival, the driver will welcome you and check you into the hotel. You will have free time to rest and enjoy the beach.

Koh Samui is located in the Gulf of Thailand and is the second largest island in Thailand after Phuket. Its interior hides breathtaking panoramas, picturesque waterfalls and abundant coconut plantations. To the north of Koh Samui are the islands of Koh Phangan and Koh Tao, which attract many visitors who want to explore several destinations during a single trip. Among the island's beaches, Chaweng Beach, on the east coast, stands out for its tourist development. This vast expanse of fine sand offers magnificent and generous landscaping, providing ample space to relax in the sun.

Overnight on Koh Samui.

Enjoy 2 days of complete relaxation and independent exploration on Koh Samui.

Relax on pristine and pristine beaches under the shade of towering trees.

Consider taking excursions to the magnificent neighbouring islands, such as Koh Tao and Koh Phangan, which are perfect for snorkelling and diving enthusiasts.

Spend your nights at the hotel and recharge for more adventures on this beautiful island.

Depending on your flight schedule, you will fly to Bangkok for your return journey.

This marks the end of your Vietnam and Thailand in 12 days tour with Kampá Tour! We wish you a safe trip and hope you had a wonderful experience.