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Gems of Southeast Asia

  • Duration
    20 days
  • Tour Type
    Group Tour
  • Tour Style
    Classic
  • Price From
    £5,390pp

Experience it all on one unforgettable journey through Southeast Asia. This tour brings together the region's most iconic highlights, from the bustling cities and historic capitals to serene waterways, colourful markets, and majestic temples. Immerse yourself in local culture, enjoy hands-on experiences, and see the very best of Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia.

  • Fully Inclusive
    Touring with Guides and entrance fees
  • Included Meals
    Breakfasts: 17 , Lunches: 16 , Dinners: 17
  • Accommodation
    17 nights in 3+/4 star accommodation
  • Visa Included
    Visa fees for UK passport holders
  • Cruise
    Halong Bay Cruise
  • Group Tour
    Max Group Size: 28
  • Physical Rating 1Learn More
    X A reasonable level of fitness is required and you should expect to be on your feet for much of the day. You’ll be getting on and off coaches, trains or boats and walking around the sights, often including steps, plus occasional longer walks. Download the detailed tour dossier for details of your chosen tour. Learn More
    Walking, some steps and time on your feet

Tour Highlights

Our Gems of Southeast Asia tour will see you exploring the most iconic sites, delving into deep-rooted culture and dining on delicious cuisine.

Tour Experiences

Starlit Cambodian Village Dinner

Visit the peaceful Cambodian village of Trei Nhoar and enjoy a specially prepared dinner under the stars, accompanied by traditional music and dance for a truly atmospheric evening.

Nón Lá Handicraft Experience

Visit Chuong Village, home of the iconic Nón Lá hat, and try your hand at crafting a conical hat under the guidance of local artisans.

Hoi An Lantern Making

Join a half-day workshop in Hoi An and create your own silk lantern, guided by a local expert sharing the craft's history and techniques.

Tour Itinerary

This tour is ideal for customers who want to explore the highlights of Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia on a single tour, taking in the region's most famous and well-known sights. From the vibrant cities of Bangkok, Hanoi and Saigon to cultural centres such as Chiang Mai, Hoi An and Siem Reap, the journey offers the perfect introduction to Southeast Asia, including an unforgettable overnight cruise on Halong Bay.

  • Days 1-2
    Fly Overnight to Bangkok
    Days 1-2 Fly Overnight to Bangkok

    Fly overnight to Bangkok, Thailand's energetic capital city. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is free for you to begin immersing yourself in the local culture.

    • Dinner
  • Day 3
    Discover Bangkok
    Day 3 Discover Bangkok

    Discover Bangkok's vibrant mix of historic temples, bustling streets and charming riverside life. Visit the Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha, continue to Wat Pho to see the famous Reclining Buddha, then explore the lively atmosphere of Chinatown. Later, enjoy a scenic long-tail boat cruise along the Chao Phraya River as the sun sets, offering a unique perspective of the city.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 4
    Ayutthaya & Chiang Mai
    Day 4 Ayutthaya & Chiang Mai

    Travel north to Ayutthaya, the former capital of Siam, visiting Wat Chaiwatthanaram, noted for its Khmer-style architecture, and Wat Phra Sri Sanphet with its distinctive trio of stupas. Continue to Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, a former royal retreat, before returning to Bangkok for an afternoon flight to Chiang Mai.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 5
    Chiang Mai
    Day 5 Chiang Mai

    Visit Wat Pha Lat, a peaceful forest temple set among jungle greenery and waterfalls, before continuing up the mountain to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai’s most sacred temple with sweeping views over the city. This evening, enjoy a hosted dinner in a local home.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 6
    Elephant Sanctuary
    Day 6 Elephant Sanctuary

    Spend the morning at Chiang Chill Elephant Sanctuary, where a local guide will walk you through the forest to observe elephants grazing and socializing in their natural habitat. You will also get to learn about their diet, and help prepare their food. After lunch, visit the Karen Cultural Centre, before transferring to your hilltribe lodge.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 7
    Fly to Hanoi
    Day 7 Fly to Hanoi

    Transfer to the airport for your flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival, meet your local guide and transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free for you to relax or start exploring your surroundings.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 8
    Hanoi by Cyclo
    Day 8 Hanoi by Cyclo

    Visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university, and the UNESCO-listed Thang Long Imperial Citadel, before driving past the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum to Ngoc Son Temple on Hoan Kiem Lake. After lunch, enjoy a cyclo ride through the Old Quarter, relax with a Vietnamese coffee by the lake, and end the day with a traditional water puppet performance.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 9
    Hanoi Handicraft Villages
    Day 9 Hanoi Handicraft Villages

    Travel to Chuong Village, known for its traditional Nón Lá craftsmanship, and join local artisans for a hands-on introduction to conical hat making. After lunch, continue to Bat Trang Ceramic Village, with over 500 years of pottery tradition. Watch artisans at work and take part in a guided potter's wheel session to create your own ceramic piece.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 10
    Halong Bay
    Day 10 Halong Bay

    Drive to Halong Bay to board your overnight cruise, enjoying lunch as you sail into the bay's dramatic limestone scenery. Activities may include cave visits, island viewpoints or kayaking, depending on conditions, followed by sunset on deck and dinner on board.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 11
    Halong Bay & Hoi An
    Day 11 Halong Bay & Hoi An

    Join a Tai Chi session at sunrise before cruising back to port. Enjoy brunch on board before returning to Hanoi for your flight to Danang. Transfer from the airport to Hoi An via coach and upon arrival, enjoy free time before dinner.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 12
    Hoi An
    Day 12 Hoi An

    Explore Hoi An's historic streets, including the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge and a 200-year-old merchant home still occupied by descendants. In the afternoon, join a hands-on silk lantern workshop, starting with a traditional tea and an introduction to the history of Hoi An's iconic lanterns. Follow the step-by-step process to create your own silk lantern to take home.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 13
    Tra Que Village
    Day 13 Tra Que Village

    Venture into Hoi An's countryside to visit an organic farming community, strolling through gardens and observing local farmers at work. Try your hand at farming techniques, then learn to prepare regional dishes and enjoy them for lunch.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 14
    Saigon
    Day 14 Saigon

    Fly to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam's energetic southern metropolis. Begin your city tour on arrival, visiting Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Central Post Office, the Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 15
    Mekong Delta
    Day 15 Mekong Delta

    Drive two and a half hours for a day exploring the Mekong Delta, known as the Rice Basket of Vietnam. Cruise along wide waterways, visit local workshops, paddle through narrow canals and ride by electric cart through lush orchards. Enjoy a traditional lunch before returning to Saigon this afternoon.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 16
    Fly to Siem Reap
    Day 16 Fly to Siem Reap

    Enjoy a free morning in Saigon before transferring to the airport for your flight to Siem Reap.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 17
    Angkor Wat
    Day 17 Angkor Wat

    Explore the Angkor complex, the former Khmer Empire capital that once housed over 1,000 temples. Begin at Angkor Thom, including Bayon Temple with its stone faces and the Elephant Terrace, then visit Ta Prohm where trees entwine with ancient ruins. After lunch, see Angkor Wat, Cambodia's largest and most iconic temple, and finish the day with a serene boat ride on the Angkor moat at sunset.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 18
    Cambodian Village & Dining Under the Stars
    Day 18 Cambodian Village & Dining Under the Stars

    Spend the morning at leisure before visiting Trei Nohar, a traditional rural Cambodian village. Meet local villagers and the Village Head, explore the village on foot, visit local homes and a community project, and learn about traditional basket weaving. As the afternoon fades, enjoy a village-style farewell dinner made with fresh local ingredients, accompanied by traditional music.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Days 19-20
    Departure to UK
    Day 19-20 Departure to UK

    Transfer from your hotel to Siem Reap Airport, according to the departure time of your international flight. Any time before your flight is at leisure.

    • Breakfast

Our tours feature hand-picked properties selected for their comfort, modern amenities and convenient location for sightseeing. We occasionally include a stay in a guesthouse or lodge where we feel the character of the property will enhance your tour, or to allow access to a more unique and memorable location. Here is a taster of the type of hotels you will be staying in on your tour.

  • Nights 2
    Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Bangkok
    Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Bangkok
    Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Bangkok Menam Riverside is set along the banks of the Chao Phraya River, on a spacious riverside site slightly away from the city's busiest areas. The hotel has over 500 rooms, all generously sized, with a blend of contemporary design and understated Thai details. Facilities include a swimming pool, several bar areas and on-site buffet breakfast service.
    • Swiming Pool
    • Restaurant
    • Non-smoking
    • Elevator
    • Bar
  • Nights 2
    The Empress Hotel Chiang Mai
    The Empress Hotel Chiang Mai
    Situated in the heart of Chiang Mai, The Empress Hotel is centrally located close to the city’s iconic night market, the airport, and train station. Rooms are decorated in a traditional northern Thai style and features a flat screen TV, fully stocked mini-bar, and complimentary high-speed WiFi.
    • Wi-Fi
    • Swiming Pool
    • Restaurant
    • Elevator
    • Bar
  • Night 1
    Hmong Hill Tribe Lodge
    Hmong Hill Tribe Lodge
    An hour outside of Chiang Mai, nestled amongst the hills that Hmong communities also call home, the Hmong Hill Tribe Lodge has a beautiful natural setting of lush vegetation and rice fields. This is the perfect place to experience tribal culture and the beauty of north Thailand’s highlands. Rooms are spread through 10 buildings with a communal area at their heart. Each has a balcony and ensuite bathroom but are made extra cosy with the addition of a colourful Hmong quilt. The pool overlooks the surrounding rice fields and a spa and massage treatments are available.
  • Nights 3
    The Q
    The Q
    Located in the heart of Hanoi, The Q is a modern and spacious hotel offering well-equipped, air-conditioned rooms. Each room features a flat-screen TV, minibar, kettle, and high-speed Wi-Fi. The hotel's central location makes it an excellent base for exploring Vietnam's bustling capital city.
    • Wi-Fi
    • Elevator
  • Night 1
    Emeraude Classic Cruises
    Emeraude Classic Cruises
    A replica paddle steamer that oozes a nostalgic charm of bygone Indochina, the Emeraude brings a timeless elegance to the waters of Halong Bay. With classical brass fixtures and warm, characterful cabins, the ship serves up fusion cuisine in its restaurant, a range of drinks at the bar and offers relaxation on the sun deck. There is also a spa, Tai Chi and cooking classes and Wi-Fi. Whilst some cabins have a private balcony, all have air-conditioning and an en suite bathroom with shower.
    • Wi-Fi
  • Nights 3
    Little Residence Boutique Hotel & Spa
    Little Residence Boutique Hotel & Spa
    Located in the heart of Hoi An, and situated a few moments away from the Japanese Covered Bridge, the 4-star Little Residence offers a charming stay. The decor is inspired by the beauty of the ancient town, effortlessly blending neoclassical architecture with sophisticated furnishings. Each room is well equipped with full modern amenities including a flat screen TV and air-conditioning, while hotel facilities include an outdoor swimming pool and state-of-the-art gym.
  • Nights 2
    Bay Hotel
    Bay Hotel
    Bay Hotel is located in District 1, within easy reach of the Saigon River and the city's central areas. The hotel has modern rooms, many with views over the river or the surrounding skyline, and offer air conditioning, a queen bed, rain shower, flat-screen TV, safe, minibar, and free Wi-Fi. Hotel facilities include a rooftop swimming pool, bar areas and on-site buffet breakfast service.
    • Swiming Pool
  • Nights 3
    Lotus Blanc Resort
    Lotus Blanc Resort
    Perfectly combining a French and Khmer aesthetic, the Lotus Blanc is a 10 minute tuk tuk ride from the lively heart of Siem Reap. Stately but chic, there is a large pool, fitness centre, spa, 3 bars and 3 restaurants serving a variety of local and international dishes. Rooms are expansive, bright and minimalist and boast a balcony, bathroom with rain shower, television, tea and coffee making facilities, safe, armchairs and air-conditioning.
    • Wi-Fi
    • Restaurant
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 28°c
  • 13mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 22°c
  • 4mm
  • Halong Bay
  • 16°c
  • 27mm
  • Hanoi
  • 16°c
  • 19mm
  • Hoi An
  • 22°c
  • 92mm
  • Saigon
  • 26°c
  • 14mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 26°c
  • 4mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 29°c
  • 20mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 24°c
  • 9mm
  • Halong Bay
  • 17°c
  • 31mm
  • Hanoi
  • 17°c
  • 26mm
  • Hoi An
  • 23°c
  • 32mm
  • Saigon
  • 28°c
  • 4mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 28°c
  • 6mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 30°c
  • 42mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 27°c
  • 18mm
  • Halong Bay
  • 20°c
  • 43mm
  • Hanoi
  • 20°c
  • 44mm
  • Hoi An
  • 24°c
  • 30mm
  • Saigon
  • 29°c
  • 10mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 30°c
  • 27mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 31°c
  • 91mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 30°c
  • 57mm
  • Halong Bay
  • 24°c
  • 91mm
  • Hanoi
  • 24°c
  • 90mm
  • Hoi An
  • 26°c
  • 34mm
  • Saigon
  • 30°c
  • 50mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 31°c
  • 84mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 30°c
  • 248mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 29°c
  • 162mm
  • Halong Bay
  • 28°c
  • 168mm
  • Hanoi
  • 28°c
  • 188mm
  • Hoi An
  • 28°c
  • 56mm
  • Saigon
  • 30°c
  • 218mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 30°c
  • 188mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 30°c
  • 157mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 28°c
  • 124mm
  • Halong Bay
  • 28°c
  • 244mm
  • Hanoi
  • 29°c
  • 240mm
  • Hoi An
  • 29°c
  • 99mm
  • Saigon
  • 28°c
  • 312mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 30°c
  • 205mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 29°c
  • 175mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 28°c
  • 140mm
  • Halong Bay
  • 29°c
  • 267mm
  • Hanoi
  • 30°c
  • 288mm
  • Hoi An
  • 30°c
  • 90mm
  • Saigon
  • 28°c
  • 294mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 29°c
  • 233mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 29°c
  • 219mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 28°c
  • 217mm
  • Halong Bay
  • 28°c
  • 312mm
  • Hanoi
  • 29°c
  • 318mm
  • Hoi An
  • 29°c
  • 104mm
  • Saigon
  • 28°c
  • 270mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 29°c
  • 245mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 29°c
  • 334mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 27°c
  • 211mm
  • Halong Bay
  • 28°c
  • 206mm
  • Hanoi
  • 28°c
  • 265mm
  • Hoi An
  • 28°c
  • 297mm
  • Saigon
  • 28°c
  • 327mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 28°c
  • 269mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 29°c
  • 292mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 27°c
  • 118mm
  • Halong Bay
  • 25°c
  • 119mm
  • Hanoi
  • 25°c
  • 131mm
  • Hoi An
  • 26°c
  • 526mm
  • Saigon
  • 28°c
  • 267mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 28°c
  • 176mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 28°c
  • 50mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 25°c
  • 54mm
  • Halong Bay
  • 21°c
  • 55mm
  • Hanoi
  • 22°c
  • 43mm
  • Hoi An
  • 24°c
  • 363mm
  • Saigon
  • 27°c
  • 116mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 28°c
  • 62mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 27°c
  • 6mm
  • Chiang Mai
  • 22°c
  • 16mm
  • Halong Bay
  • 18°c
  • 24mm
  • Hanoi
  • 19°c
  • 23mm
  • Hoi An
  • 23°c
  • 206mm
  • Saigon
  • 26°c
  • 48mm
  • Siem Reap
  • 26°c
  • 12mm
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Gems of Southeast Asia map

Places Visited: UK - Bangkok (2N) - Chiang Mai (2N) - Hmong Hilltribe Lodge (1N) - Hanoi (3N) - Halong Bay (1N) - Hoi An (3N) - Saigon (2N) - Siem Reap (3N) - UK

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Dedicated Solo departures are available on selected dates for this tour.
These solos-only departures feature smaller group sizes of up to 18, along with free airport lounge access.

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There are no dedicated Solo departures for this year. You can enjoy any of our tours with no Single Supplement on our Happy to Share option or explore the solo departures in other years.

The same great Wendy Wu tour - just with an extra level of comfort. Enjoy relaxed 5-star city hotels, unique properties, and overnight cruises, each selected to deliver an elevated experience. See Upgraded Tour Hotels above for more details.

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