Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam are the three most popular Southeast Asia destinations for first-time visitors. November to March is the best time to visit them, when the weather's at its best. This tour is specially designed for experiencing the highlights of SE Asia at the best time while having an exotic Christmas or New Year holiday.
Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam Tour Map
Why Travel with Us
- The most competitive price without a big-coach-tour feel
- The best destination connections to maximize your time and comfort.
- AH hand-picked experiences: 5-star Halong Bay cruise, best Chiang Mai elephant park, Mount Doi Suthep evening tour (avoids crowds)
Tour Highlights
Here are the awesome attractions, the most must-do activities selected by Asia Highlights (AH Hand-Picked) included in this tour:
Enjoy a relaxing Christmas holiday on a luxury Halong Bay cruise.
Immerse yourself in the history and ruins of Angkor.
Appreciate a breathtaking sunset on Tonle Sap Lake while sipping a cocktail.
Experience the exotic and lively Bangkok.
Interact with elephants at their best conservation camp (Elephant Rescue Park ranks #1 on TripAdvisor for Chiang Mai).
Receive a New Year's blessing from a monk on Sacred Mount Suthep.
Relax in a romantic beach resort on Phuket before heading back home.
What Our Customers Said
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Three weeks encompassing Vietnam
A special shoutout to our last guide in Bangkok - Ms. Ka-Noon who spoiled us with her kindness and then got us through check in and security for our flight home in record time at that huge Bangkok airport. MoreDeby, Feb 2023
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Three weeks encompassing Vietnam
Three weeks encompassing Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and Laos. Albee Ning arranged everything perfectly. Not a flaw in the whole 3 weeks. Guides, flights (7 in total), hotels, private tours…everything was excellent. Travelling on a private tour gave us so much freedom to change our day if we chose to rest or go somewhere else. MoreDeby, Feb 2023
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Three weeks encompassing Vietnam
Asia Highlights is the way to go without any question. Next overseas trip will be booked with them for sure. Thank you for a wonderful and stress free vacation experience. MoreDeby, Feb 2023
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Over the last 5 years we've used Asia…
Over the last 5 years we've used Asia highlights twice. And both times we've had fantastic vacations. Would not want to do it any different when we travel to Asia from now on. Sharon was fantastic. She was a wonderful agent who helped us nail down our trip and make everything go as smooth as possible. MoreTodd Atwell, Feb 2023
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Family Trip to Thailand
Our trip to Thailand comprised three generations of the family , ten people and an age range of 4 to 70 so a potentially difficult brief.Our itinerary over two weeks involved four locations, and a number of different trips and tours.From out arrival at an extremely busy Bangkok airport Asia Highlights were terrific.In each location we were met by a smiling , knowledgeable and professional guide who simply made everything easy and stress free for everyone.Our transportation was clean and comfortable . Transport was always ready for us at the agreed time and the drivers were excellent.There were so many highlights enjoyed by all the age groups. The floating houses , railway market and elephant sanctuary were particular favourites.We had one minor glitch with the accommodation in Phuket which was immediately dealt with by Tip. I think we would have struggled to resolve the problem by ourselves. So, thank you Asia Highlights , Cathy, Tip and tour guides Tanny, Sam and Lisa. It was a memorable holiday and we will be back. MoreRoger Pyle, Feb 2023
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Family Trip to Thailand
So, thank you Asia Highlights , Cathy, Tip and tour guides Tanny, Sam and Lisa. It was a memorable holiday and we will be back. MoreRoger Pyle, Feb 2023
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Trip of a lifetime from Asia Highlights!
I recommend highly Asia Highlights as a travel company. Our travel consultant Albee took the time to connect with us during the planning process to make sure we were comfortable with our itinerary. When we arrived, we were met by our guide and all the details were attended to. They picked great hotels and tours. I often describe our trip as the trip of a lifetime! Would definitely use them again when we come back to Asia MoreNancy Parker, Feb 2023
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Asia Highlights and Albee - highly recommended
Asia Highlights is very reliable agency and Albee is an amazing representative of the company. From the moment when we contacted her until our departure, the whole support we received was 6* level. She prepared our trip offer within few hours and afterwards she was extremely flexible to adjust as per our needs. In the period between the offer and the trip, Albee was always available for all our questions and supported us on the best possible way. During the trip she was again flexible to add new activities/transfers and this went on the smoothest possible way. Thank you, Albee and Asia Highlights. Definitely we will approach you again for our next Asian trip MoreAZ, Feb 2023
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The Itinerary in Detail
- Welcome to the capital city of Vietnam!
- Airport to hotel transport is up to you. We recommend a taxi.
- Enjoy Christmas Eve in Hanoi your way.
- See what Christmas Day looks like in Vietnam (it is not an official holiday)…
- Explore the charming city of Hanoi with its top attractions: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh's Stilt House, the Temple of Literature, and the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology.
- Hop on a cyclo and catch a glimpse of city life by traveling around the bustling streets and quiet alleys, passing through the famed Old Quarter.
- Conclude the day tour by watching an entertaining water puppet performance.
- Enjoy a New Year Eve dinner at a special restaurant. (for the tour starting on 30th Dec)
- In the morning, you will be transferred from Hanoi to Halong Bay. Board your cruise boat at noon.
- Visit a cave with a stunning assortment of stalactites and stalagmites.
- Swim or kayak in the 'love story' area of Halong Bay.
- Taste exquisite drinks from a vast selection in an open bar on board while enjoying the surreal views in Halong Bay.
Appreciate the sunset on Paradise Elegance Cruise- In the morning, have an island tour or relax on your boat.
- After brunch, your cruise will come to an end, and we will transfer you to the airport in Hanoi for your onward flight.
- Upon arrival in Siem Reap, your private tour guide and driver will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.
- Spend a day exploring the top temples of Angkor. The grandeur of Angkor Wat will remind you of its illustrious past.
- Discover the hidden story of Angkor Thom from your knowledgeable guide.
- Stroll among 200 carved smiling faces at Bayon Temple.
- Discover Ta Prohm Temple wrapped in towering tree roots, and walk among the extraordinary sculptures of Preah Khan Temple.
The Angkor Wat- Start your day by visiting Banteay Srei, also known as the Citadel of Women. You will be amazed by the elaborate carvings in the red sandstone.
- Head to Cambodia Landmine Museum, where you will learn about how this awful legacy of conflict has affected people's lives for decades.
- Visit a village to enjoy some palm candies and rice wine. Afterward, take an ox cart ride through the countryside.
- Visit Tonle Sap Lake. Take a relaxing boat ride to Kampong Phluk, then a mangrove forest nearby, and enjoy a sunset cocktail on the lake.
The Tonle Sap Lake- As your Siem Reap experience comes to its end, your Cambodian tour guide and driver will transfer you to the airport for your onward flight.
- Upon arrival in Bangkok, your Thai guide and driver will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.
- Experience the morning chanting ritual at Wat Pho, which is one of the oldest temples in Bangkok.
- Take a tuk tuk ride to the Grand Palace via Pak Khlong Talat flower market.
- Continue with a walk to the pier for a long-tail boat ride along the ancient canals of Thonburi to get a flavor of the local life.
- Stop at photogenic Wat Arun, which was once the grand royal temple of King Rama II.
- After lunch at a local restaurant, you will cross the river and be driven to Chinatown for a first-hand look at Old Bangkok.
Bangkok City Highlights- After breakfast, we'll take you to the airport for an hour-long flight north to Chiang Mai. Then, we take you from the airport to your Chiang Mai hotel.
- In the afternoon, get to know Chiang Mai's street food scene from its many stalls and shophouses
- Sample various delicacies, including Northern-Thai-style noodle soup, stir-fries, pad Thai, khao man gai (chicken rice), khao soi (a Burmese-influenced noodle dish), fresh fruits, and a variety of Thai desserts.
- Enjoy a Christmas Eve dinner at a special restaurant. (for the tour starting on 16th Dec.)
Chiang Mai Foodie Tour - Meet Elephants in the Jungle at Elephant Rescue Park :you'll learn a lot about elephants and interact with them — you can feed them, walk with them, hug them, and bathe them.
- After the program, have lunch at the park. Your private guide and driver will transfer you back to your hotel at around 2 p.m.
- Pilgrimage to Sacred Mount Doi Suthep: Our tour takes place in the late afternoon after most people have left so that you can have a more meaningful and tranquil experience. At dusk, you can listen to the evening chanting of the monks as you gaze at the glittering lights of Chiang Mai below you.
Interact with Elephants Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Temple - Take a morning flight to Phuket and start a relaxing getaway on its beautiful beaches.
- Airport transfers in Chiang Mai and Phuket are both included.
Relax in Phuket - Phuket has a lot to offer. What can beat a couple of relaxing days taking it easy on a tropical beach or by the pool?
- If you are looking for an island-hopping tour, the itineraries below are recommended: A. A day tour to Phi Phi Island by speed-boat(Optional tour) B. A day tour of Phang Nga Bay(Optional tour)
- We hope the free days in Phuket provide a happy conclusion to your holiday!
- Airport to hotel transport is up to you. We recommend a taxi.
Hand-Picked Hotels
We select hotels with style and local features.
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Anatole Hotel Hanoi(4-star)
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Tara Angkor Hotel Siem Reap (4-star)
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Maitria Bangkok (4-star)
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Bangthai Village Chiang Mai (4-star)
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Price Includes:
- Flights between cities mentioned in the itinerary.
- English-speaking tour guide and business vehicle service
- All guided sightseeing as detailed in the itinerary
- Hotels listed in the itinerary or similar options
- Breakfasts at hotels and listed meals in the itinerary
- Governmental taxes
Price Excludes:
- International flights to Hanoi and depart from Phutket
- Airport transfers on Day1 and Day 14
- Tips for the guide and the driver
- Personal expenses
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation received up to 30 days before departure: 100% refund
- Cancellation received 14 to 29 days before departure: 50% refund
- Cancellation received 0 to 13 days before departure: 0% refund
Tour code: ah-mtc-1-gp
*It is possible to have a private tour with the same itinerary as this one (or a bespoke version of it). Please contact us for a quote using the tour code: ah-mtc-1-gp, and let us know any customization you would like.
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Why Travel with Asia Highlights During the Pandemic
- Tailor-made experience: All of your ideas/needs will be carefully considered to create your ideal trip.
- Worry-free planning: Your 1:1 travel consultant in Asia will take all the uncertainty out of your planning, helping you navigate any travel restrictions.
- No-risk booking: 100% refund policy! (prior to 3 weeks before departure, more details)
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