Overview
Map
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Starting Point:
Hanoi – 9:00 am – Lobby of Sofitel Legend Metropole -
Ending Point:
Luang Prabang – 12:00 pm – Lobby of Homm Souvannaphoum

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Walking Level
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Daily Mileage Options: 1-5 miles
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Route Notes:
The terrain on this trip includes a mix of paved and cobblestone streets in Hanoi, Hoi An, Luang Prabang, Siem Reap, and other towns; as well as well-maintained countryside trails, riverside paths, and dykes around rice fields made of compacted dirt and stone. Generally, the walks in the cities are level, and the paths through the countryside are gently rolling with some elevation gain and loss.
Dates & Prices
The earlier you book, the more choice you’ll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won’t be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. Talk with one of our travel experts at 800-200-3887.
Talk to an expertSelect our “Family Departure” to travel with other families.
Internal Air
$995: This tour includes flights between Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia for a supplemental cost. (price subject to change)
Hotels
What’s Included
- Meals: All breakfasts, eight lunches, and seven dinners.
- Hotels: Award-winning boutique properties, thoughtfully selected for their exceptional location, design, history, and regional character.
- Tour Leader(s): Expert guides who are your well-connected local friends and provide you access to people and places you wouldn’t find on your own.
- Supplemental Experts: Additional regional guides and specialists on select tours.
- Transportation: All land transportation as listed in the daily itinerary, including fares for trains, ferries, and other modes of travel.
- Privileged Access Events: One-of-a-kind access to remarkable people, places, and experiences arranged just for you, as noted in the daily itinerary.
- Admissions & Entry Fees: Entry to tastings, historic sites, and other scheduled activities listed in the daily itinerary.
- Baggage Transfers: Upon arrival, we whisk you and your bags directly to your room—no waiting, no tipping.
- Gratuities: All gratuities at hotels, restaurants, and for baggage handling.
- Dedicated Guest Services Coordinator: Your pre-trip concierge and tour expert, available to answer questions and ensure you’re fully ready to get the most out of your tour.
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Why Choose Classic Journeys
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For a genuinely authentic Southeast Asian adventure, Classic Journeys is the best choice. You’ll travel with a small group, enjoy exclusive access to markets, temples, and villages, and walk at eye level through both bustling city streets and tranquil countryside. Your expert local guides will open doors to artisans, families, and meaningful moments you simply can’t have elsewhere—plus, our handcrafted itinerary is curated with culinary highlights and boutique stays that connect you to the soul of Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia.
This Classic Journeys itinerary weaves together a tour of Hanoi’s Old Quarter, an overnight cruise in magical Ha Long Bay, as well as hands-on cooking and lantern-making in Hoi An. You’ll explore Angkor Wat and the iconic ruins of Ta Prohm in Siem Reap and interact with elephants at a leading conservation camp near Luang Prabang. Every day, you’ll be immersed in culture, cuisine, and places few travelers reach.
The best time for visiting Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia is during the dry season, November through April, with clear skies and cooler temperatures—ideal for exploring temples and cruising Ha Long Bay or the Mekong. The green season (May to October) brings lush scenery and fewer crowds, but also the possibility of daily showers. Classic Journeys schedules departures to take advantage of the most comfortable conditions so you get the most from every moment.
On tour, you can expect easy to moderate daily walks (usually 1–5 miles) through city streets, temple complexes, countryside paths, and scenic riverbanks. You’ll climb stairs at historic sites like Angkor, and your guides help you navigate with plenty of breaks along the way as you explore on foot at eye level.
Yes—signature moments are at the heart of your Classic Journeys adventure. You’ll join a Lao baci blessing, craft lanterns with artisans, sample homemade food with welcoming locals, take part in a hands-on cooking class, and share in a ceremony with monks in Luang Prabang. Every encounter is thoughtfully arranged to deepen your connection with Southeast Asia’s spirit and people.
Classic Journeys keeps groups small—usually fewer than 10 guests and never more than 18—giving you access, flexibility, and genuine connections on tour. This ensures personalized attention from your expert local guides as well as genuine camaraderie from your travel companions while exploring the best of Southeast Asia.