Thailand & Vietnam: Mountains & Coastlines

Do it all, and then some, on this 21-day tour of Thailand and Vietnam. Kicking off in Bangkok, enjoy the big...

Vietnam, Thailand

Thailand & Vietnam: Mountains & Coastlines

DAY 1 Bangkok

Arrive at any time. There are no activities planned until tonight's welcome meeting and your First Night Out with the group.

Administrative

Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends

Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.

Administrative

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

Your opportunity to meet your CEO 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.

Accommodation

Below is an example of the hotel we may use in this city. For the actual hotel your specific departure will be using, please check your voucher.

New Siam 2

Hotel
DAY 2 Bangkok/Kanchanaburi

Enjoy a free morning in Thailand's bustling capital. Transfer to Kanchanaburi and visit the Thai-Burma Railway Museum and War Cemetery, before stopping by the famous Bridge over the River Kwai. In Bangkok, opt to take a klong boat tour through the city's canals and floating market, or visit the Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho. Tonight, stroll through Kanchanaburi's riverside and enjoy the local nightlife.

Landmark

Thai/Burma Railway Centre and Allied War Cemetery Visit

Kanchanaburi

Visit the Thai-Burmese Railway Museum to learn about the Death Railway's dark history, and the Allied War Cemetery where more than 6,000 prisoners are buried.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Bangkok- Kanchanaburi2h-3h130km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Landmark

Bridge on the River Kwai Visit

Kanchanaburi

Take in a piece of World War II history on this visit. We're sure you've seen or at least heard of the famous movie "Bridge on the River Kwai." Well, now you can tour the real thing. It's massive, majestic, and imposing, offering fabulous views of the river below.

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Accommodation

Phae Siam Khuean Sri

Houseboat
DAY 3 Kanchanaburi

Dip into the turquoise waters of the seven-tiered Erawan Falls with an included visit to Erawan National Park. Visit Tham Krasae Bridge, a historic wooden railway carved into the mountains. Travel back to Kanchanaburi.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Kanchanaburi- Nam Tok Erawan1h-2h

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Nature

Erawan Waterfalls

Nam Tok Erawan

Visit one of the world’s most beautiful waterfalls. Its seven tiers offer a unique experience at every climb, reaching up to 1,500m (4921 ft). Swim in the turquoise pools, snap photos from the top tier, and opt to hike in the jungle to spot monkeys.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Nam Tok Erawan- Kanchanaburi1h

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Tham Krasae Bridge Visit

Kanchanaburi

Take in spectacular views of the river from viewpoints along the historic Tham Krasae Bridge, part of the infamous Death Railway built during the Second World War.

Accommodation

Pongphen Guesthouse & Bungalows

Guesthouse
DAY 4 Kanchanaburi/Sukhothai

Begin the day with an early drive toward Sukhothai, the ancient capital of Siam. Visit the World Heritage listed Sukhothai Historical Park and bike through its impressive 13th century ruins. Considered the birthplace of Thai art, architecture and language, Sukhothai is steeped in history and culture.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Kanchanaburi- Sukhothai6h-7h445km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Land Tour

Bike Ride in Sukhothai Historical Park

Sukhothai

Explore the ruins of the Sukhothai Kingdom's 13th-century capital, one of Thailand's best-preserved World Heritage Sites. With 26 temples and countless remains within its walls, hop on a bike to get the most of your visit to this impressive ancient city.

Accommodation

Pai Sukhothai Resort

Hotel
DAY 5 Sukhothai/Chiang Mai

Travel to Chiang Mai and enjoy a free afternoon. Opt to visit Doi Suthep, one of the city's most famous and intricately designed Buddhist temples. Tonight, uncover the best spots to eat with your CEO on a street food crawl.

Cuisine

Chiang Mai Street Food Crawl

Chiang Mai

Bring your appetite and your wallet. The CEO will bring the group to the best spots to eat and teach everyone about the local street food. Yum!

Land Tour

Orientation With CEO

Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO around Chiang Mai. 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.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Sukhothai- Chiang Mai4.5h-5h300km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Accommodation

Chiang Mai Gate Hotel

Hotel
DAY 6 Chiang Mai

Take a full free day to relax or explore the countryside of northern Thailand. Then tonight is your Big Night Out! Opt to prebook a local cooking class or rent a bike and cycle through Chiang Mai.

Free Time

Chiang MaiFULL_DAY

With loads of optional activities, there's lots to see and do in Chiang Mai.

People

Your Big Night Out Moment: Chiang Mai Celebration

Chiang Mai

Tonight's the night to celebrate all the wild and humbling adventures you've just shared with new friends. Head out into the city and reminisce the night away!

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Optional Activities - Day 6Show

Accommodation

Chiang Mai Gate Hotel

Hotel
DAY 7 Chiang Mai/Hanoi

Fly to Hanoi.

Air

Plane

Chiang Mai International Airport- Noi Bai International Airport

Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.

Accommodation

Eco Luxury Hotel Hanoi

Hotel
DAY 8 Hanoi

Head out with your CEO for an orientation walk through Hanoi's Old Quarter. Enjoy the rest of the day free to explore.

Land Tour

Old Quarter Orientation Walk

Hanoi

Take an orientation walk through Hanoi's Old Quarter, a maze of streets, each one traditionally devoted to a different product or industry. Each street is named after the trade practiced on that street for several generations; it's an interesting glimpse into the life of a Hanoian in one of the oldest parts of town. Need a rest? Stop at Bia Hoi corner and pull up a plastic stool. Drink the local brew with the locals and make new friends.

Free Time

HanoiHALF_DAY

Enjoy the rest of the day free to explore Hanoi.

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Optional Activities - Day 8Show

Accommodation

Eco Luxury Hotel Hanoi

Hotel
DAY 9 Hanoi/Vinh

Travel to Ninh Binh, a city along the Red River Delta surrounded by towering karsts and winding rivers. Visit a local pagoda, then hop into a paddle boat for a guided tour through the area's stunning limestone caves and seasonal, peaceful rice paddies. Continue to Vinh.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Hanoi- Ninh Bình2h-2.5h100km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Paddle Boat Tour

Ninh Bình2h

Hop into a local paddle boat for a two-hour tour of Ninh Binh's spectacular riverside, dotted with towering limestone rock formations and hidden caves. Take in the scenery as you drift past picturesque rice paddies and observe locals going about their day.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Ninh Bình- Vinh5h-5.5h200km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Accommodation

Muong Thanh Grand Cua Dong Hotel

Hotel
DAY 10 Vinh/Phong Nha

Travel through Vietnam's stunning countryside to the mountains of Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park. On arrival, opt to explore the town of Phong Nha by foot or by bike.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Vinh- Phong Nha4.5h-5h200km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Accommodation

Sai Gon Phong Nha Hotel

Hotel
DAY 11 Phong Nha

Today, opt to head underground to explore the awe-inspiring caves of Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park, where the oldest karst mountains and longest cave in Asia are found.

Free Time

Phong NhaFULL_DAY

Take a full free day to explore the natural wonders of Phong Nha.

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Optional Activities - Day 11Show

Accommodation

Sai Gon Phong Nha Hotel

Hotel
DAY 12 Phong Nha/Huế

En route to Hue, visit the Vinh Moc Tunnels, a complex underground tunnel system in the former Vietnamese DMZ. Take an orientation walk around Hue and enjoy a free evening. Opt to visit the Royal Tombs, Tien Mu Pagoda and Imperial Citadel.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Phong Nha- Huế5h-5.5h210km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Vinh Moc Tunnels Visit

Xã Thạch Vĩnh

Built by local villagers to escape World War II bombings, take a guided tour of the Vinh Moc tunnels in a former Vietnamese demilitarized zone. Learn about the history of this complex underground tunnel system and its stories of human resilience.

Land Tour

Orientation With CEO

Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. 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.

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Optional Activities - Day 12Show

Accommodation

Pao Hotel Hue

Hotel
DAY 13 Huế/Hoi An

Enjoy a free morning in Hue. Later, travel to the port city of Hoi An. Join your CEO on a walk toward the picturesque Old Town and spot Chinese assembly halls, historic homes, and well-preserved pagodas along the way.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Huế- Hoi An4h-4.5h125km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Land Tour

Hoi An Orientation Walk

Hoi An

Join your CEO on a stroll through the winding streets of Hoi An's Old Town and spot Chinese assembly halls, historic homes, and well-preserved pagodas along the way. (Entrance fee to Hoi An's Old Town is not included)

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Optional Activities - Day 13Show

Accommodation

Paradise Hotel

Hotel
DAY 14 Hoi An

Visit the G Adventures-supported Oodles of Noodles for an unforgettable cooking class. Enjoy a free afternoon before your Big Night Out with the group. Noodles might be fun to eat, but they're even more fun to make! With free time, opt to visit the World Heritage listed My Son ruins or cruise down the Thu Bon River.

Planeterra

Your G for Good Moment: Oodles of Noodles

Hoi An2h-3h

Try some of the oodles of noodles (more than 26 types!) available in the city in this tasty cooking class. Run by our G for Good partners, STREETS International, this class was developed exclusively for G Adventures. Former street youth that are part of this hospitality training program, will help you prepare and cook a number of different types of noodles. This program helps these youth practice their English, increasing their skill-set and opportunities available to them in the tourism industry. Enjoy your yummy creations while learning more about the local cuisine and this initiative which empowers street youth through skills and employment training.

People

Your Big Night Out Moment: Reminisce Riverside

Hoi An

Follow your CEO to the best riverside bar in Hoi An to celebrate new adventures with new friends. Grab a drink and reminisce about your favourite experiences thus far. Later, venture to the dance floor, take advantage of the drink specials, and make it a night to remember!

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Accommodation

Paradise Hotel

Hotel
DAY 15 Hoi An

Enjoy a full free day to explore Hoi An's rich culture and heritage, or just chill out and hit the beach.

Free Time

Hoi AnFULL_DAY

With lots to see and do in Hoi An, take the day to get out and explore.

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Optional Activities - Day 15Show

Accommodation

Paradise Hotel

Hotel
DAY 16 Hoi An/Qui Nhon

Spend the next few days soaking in the best coastal scenery as we hop from one beach town to another. With an early start, travel to Qui Nhon, a tranquil beach town largely off the tourist radar. Enjoy epic seaside views and opt to try the regional cuisine.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Hoi An- Qui Nhon6h-7h300km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Accommodation

5 Elements Hotel

Hotel
DAY 17 Qui Nhon/Nha Trang

Travel to Nha Trang via the stunning passes of Cổ Mã and Deo Cả, with sweeping views of the coastline as you drive past secluded bays and lush, green valleys. Head out for an evening street food crawl.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Qui Nhon- Nha Trang5h-6h225km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Cuisine

Your Foodie Moment: Nha Trang Street Food Crawl

Nha Trang1h-2h

Bring your appetite and your wallet. The CEO will bring the group to the best spots to eat and teach everyone about the local street food. Yum!

Accommodation

Mojzo Inn

Hotel
DAY 18 Nha Trang/Mui Ne

Enjoy a free morning to explore Nha Trang's local shops and markets. Opt to hit the beach, or visit the local mud baths. Continue to Mui Ne, an off-the-beaten-track seaside retreat lined with palm trees and endless white sand.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Nha Trang- Mui Ne5h-5.5h220km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Accommodation

Unique Muine Resort & Spa

Hotel
DAY 19 Mui Ne

Enjoy a full free day to experience this little slice of coastal paradise. Opt to view the sunrise over towering sand dunes, visit the local seafood market, go sandboarding or kitesurfing, relax on the beach, or stop by a local fish sauce factory.

Free Time

Mui NeFULL_DAY

Make the most of your time in Mui Ne. Get out and explore!

Accommodation

Unique Muine Resort & Spa

Hotel
DAY 20 Mui Ne/Ho Chi Minh City

Travel to Ho Chi Minh City. Head out for an orientation walk with your CEO and get a feel for Vietnam's buzzing southern capital. Opt to visit the Ben Thanh Market for souvenirs and handicrafts, before hitting one of the city's many rooftop bars.

Land Tour

Orientation With CEO

Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO in Ho Chi Minh City. 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.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Mui Ne- Ho Chi Minh City5h-5.5h220km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

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Accommodation

A25 Hotel

Hotel
DAY 21 Ho Chi Minh City

Depart at any time.

Administrative

Departure Day

Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.

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