Indochina Adventure

Itinerary

Day 1 Hanoi

Hop onto a cyclo to discover Hanoi's unique blend of lakes, boulevards and bustling streetside markets.

Day 2 Vinh

Shaking off a long history of war, Vinh is emerging as a pleasant place to stop before crossing the border.

Days 3-4 Vientiane

Visit Pha That Luang, Laos' most important national monument, or barter for a bargain at the colourful Talat Sao market.

Days 5-7 Vang Vieng

Explore limestone caves, float downriver on an inner tube, sample some fried bats or just take it easy in this laidback riverside paradise.

Days 8-10 Luang Prabang

Visit the fascinating Royal Palace Museum for an insight into Laos' imperial past. Take a dip at Kuang Si Falls or enjoy sunset from Phou Si's peak.

Day 11 Pak Beng

Unwind on a slow boat up the Mekong River to the Thai border, enjoying breathtaking panoramas and idyllic rural scenes along the way.

Day 12 Huay Xai

Visit a nearby hilltribe village or veg out with a fresh fish dish in this frontier town.

Days 13-14 Chiang Mai

Mystical yet modern, Chiang Mai is a charming town to spend a few days. Discover hidden temples in the Old Quarter or hire a bicycle to cruise around town.

Days 15-17 Hilltribe Trek

Head to the hills and hike through the rural villages of Thailand's northern hilltribes. Meet smiling locals in distinctive traditional dress and sleep in bamboo huts - an absolute trip highlight.

Day 18 Overnight Train

Perhaps indulge in a relaxing Thai massage before boarding a train bound for the capital.

Day 19 Bangkok

Hit the streets for a taste of Thailand and feast on pad thai or a traditional curry.