16 Day Gems of Southeast Asia

Small group. Highlights of Cambodia, Thailand, Laos & Vietnam - from $2999* with code TZWGSA330

Lead Price Travel Dates: Sep 21 ‘17
Promo Valid for Departures: September 2017 - May 2019

Also Valid On:
16 Day Gems of Southeast Asia (Sep ‘18 – May ‘19)

The Deal

Begin your exploration of Southeast Asia in Phnom Penh, capital of Cambodia.  Then, fly to Siem Reap and discover Angkor Wat & Angkor Thom. Enjoy an ox cart ride and cruise on Tonle Sap Lake before flying to Bangkok for an exploration of this exotic city, a fascinating mix of ancient and modern. After a cruise on Chao Phraya River, we will visit Ayutthaya and its palaces and temples.

Next, fly to Luang Prabang, Laos, to visit an elephant camp and ride atop one of these gentle giants. After an exploration of the city of Luang Prabang, enjoy a cruise on the Mekong River. Then, we travel to Halong Bay for a wonderful cruise and exploration of the caves. Finally, we will tour the lovely city of Hanoi, the cultural center of Vietnam. Attend a performance of the world-famous Water Puppet Show, enjoy a home hosted dinner with a local Vietnamese family, and experience a private cooking class to complete this wonderful tour.

Package Includes

• Small groups of maximum 22 travelers guaranteed
• International flights San Francisco-Phnom Penh, Hanoi-San Francisco. Other departure cities available.
• Airline taxes & fuel surcharges
• All intra-flights: Siem Reap-Bangkok, Bangkok-Luang Prabang & Luang Prabang-Hanoi
• 14 nights First Class accommodations  
  • 2 nights Phnom Penh
  • 2 nights Siem Reap
  • 3 nights Bangkok
  • 2 nights Luang Prabang
  • 4 nights Hanoi
  • 1 night Halong Bay
• Hotel porterage
• All transfers and sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned vehicles
• 31 meals: 14 breakfasts, 9 lunches & 8 dinners (including a home hosted dinner, and welcome & farewell dinners)
• Bottled water during sightseeing excursions. Bottled water, coffee, and tea with all meals. Beer included with welcome, farewell and home hosted dinners
• Services of local English-speaking tour manager throughout
• Comprehensive, guided sightseeing and entrance fees per itinerary
• Active itinerary with unique cultural features
• Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring

Tour Highlights

• View the impressive Silver Pagoda on the grounds of the Royal Palace complex in Phnom Penh with its floor of over 5000 shimmering silver tiles and its crystal Emerald Buddha.
• Meet a Cultural Historian for a discussion on Cambodia’s heritage and resilient population.
• Stand in awe at the architectural masterpieces of Angkor Thom and Angkor Wat, designated as one of the “Seven Wonders of the World.
• Boat excursion on Tonle Sap Lake in the heart of Cambodia.
• Ride an ox-cart in the lush farmlands of Siem Reap.
• Visit serene Wat Po, home of the astonishing giant Reclining Buddha, over 150 feet long.
• Cruise on the Chao Phraya River from Bangkok to Ayutthaya, the second Siamese capital.
• Participate in a special Baci Ceremony in Luang Prabang, with prayers to bestow good fortune.
• Take part in the sacred ancient tradition of Alms-giving to Buddhist monks.
• Sail on Halong Bay, one of the most breathtaking places on the planet, designated as one of the “New Seven Wonders of the World.
• Ride a “cyclo” through the busy streets of the Old Quarter.

How to Book

Book by September 1, 2017 and save $330 per person off our regular price. Lowest price reflects $330 promotional savings. Promotion is not valid on existing reservations. To redeem the discounted savings, use promotional code TZWGSA330 at the time of booking. Click here to book or call 877-900-9777 to speak with one of our reservation specialists.

* The following additional fees are not included, where applicable: visa fees for Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos, optional tours, gratuities for guides/tour managers. For more details, see our Terms & Conditions.