Embark on a transformative 16-day journey through the heart of Southeast Asia, where ancient traditions meet serene landscapes and vibrant cities pulse with life. From the lantern-lit charm of Vietnam to the golden temples of Thailand, and the tranquil shores of Bali, Spirit of Southeast Asia is more than a tour — it’s a curated voyage of culture, calm, and connection.
Let the aromas, colors, and rhythms of each destination awaken your senses. Whether you're wandering through time-worn alleys, tasting local delicacies, or meditating by ocean breezes, this journey invites you to slow down, soak in the spirit, and rediscover wonder — one soul-stirring moment at a time.
Your Vietnam adventure begins with your arrival in Hanoi. Your private driver will meet you at the airport, holding a signboard with your name. He will escort you to your accommodation right in the heart of the city, with the fascinating Old Quarter at your fingertips. You can easily explore the city at your own pace or relax at the hotel after the flight.
Overnight in Hanoi.
You’ll be picked up by our friendly guide and depart for Ninh Binh province. Along the way, take a short break to relax before heading to Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam from 968 to 1010. Here, you’ll learn about the Vietnamese feudal system under the Dinh, Le, and Ly dynasties. Afterward, enjoy a cycling tour around the village to explore the local way of life. Next, you’ll have a buffet lunch at the Ninh Binh Excursion Restaurant, a 5-star establishment offering a variety of local dishes such as goat meat, spring rolls, fish, chicken, fried rice, and vegetable salad, with vegetarian options available.
Following lunch, take a 1.5-hour bamboo boat ride in Tam Coc, often referred to as “Ha Long Bay on land,” where you’ll be captivated by the stunning views of paddy fields, rivers, caves, and the serene sky.
Afterward, head to Mua Cave (Dragon Peak), where you’ll climb nearly 500 steps to the top of Lying Dragon Mountain, offering a panoramic view of Tam Coc and the nearby lotus fields, especially beautiful in the summer. Finally, return to Hanoi, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel, marking the end of your tour.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Have an early breakfast at the hotel and complete the check-out formalities. Take the limousine bus to get to Sapa, the travel time will take around 6 hours. Upon arrival to Sapa, you will be transferred to your accommodation. The rest of the day is free to explore this charming town right in the middle of the mountains.
Overnight in Sapa.
Have breakfast at the hotel. Meet your guide around 9:30 am and start your 12 km trekking, visit Y Linh Ho and Lao Chai villages of the Hmong minority. On the way, enjoy the scenic beauty of the rice terraces and mountain peaks.
Stop for lunch at the local family in Lao Chai or in a cafe nearby the river.
Then keep hiking to Ta Van village of the Dzay people, where we stay overnight with a local family. Here you have the opportunity to experience the local daily life, traditions, and customs.
Overnight at homestay.
Enjoy the local breakfast at the homestay and get ready for trekking. We will leave around 9:30 a.m. and hike for about 8 km. and visit 2 villages of the red Dzao and the Hmong minorities: Giang Ta Chai and Su Pan villages. Visit a beautiful waterfall and rattan bridge. Enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the valley and walk through the bamboo forest on the way to the main road, where the bus will pick you up and transfer you to Sapa. Spend some time exploring the town and leave for Hanoi around 15:00 by limousine bus.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Have breakfast. Our cruise will pick you up from your hotel. Take the most scenic route to reach Halong Bay, taking you across the Red River Delta with emerald green rice paddies stretching for as far as the eyes can see. On arrival at Halong, you get to enjoy a cruise on the Bay to explore the limestone rocks and the karst grottoes.
After you are done with your exploration of the bay, it is time to enjoy an utterly delicious seafood lunch, after which there will be a trip to the famous Limestone cave in Ha Long Bay, you’ll get to spend some time here, kayaking or swimming so that you can get closer to the floating villages and shops. Towards the evening, you will return to the boat for an early dinner, followed by some time at leisure. You can optionally attend the activities taking part on the boat or relax for the day.
Overnight on cruise.
The sun rises on Halong in the morning, and breakfast is served while the vessel cruises slowly back toward the port. Enjoy an early lunch before arriving at the port and disembarking. You will be transferred to the airport in Hanoi to take your flight to Hoi An.
Upon arrival, your driver will meet you and transfer you to the hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free time.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Have a free day to explore Hoi An at your own pace. The best way to explore this charming town is to rent a bicycle at the hotel and cycle around town towards the riverside or the beach. At the beach, you will find many small cafés where you can relax with a fresh fruit drink after swimming. The water in the sea is warm and calm.
Optional Tour: BA NA HILLS – GOLDEN BRIDGE FULL DAY TOUR with Lunch – USD 80 per person
07:30 am – 08:00 am: Our Minivan and a tour guide pick you up at your hotel lobby, enjoy a ride to Ba Na Hills via Cable Car
Spend your time in the most modern Cable Car in Southeast Asia, visit Dream Stream Cable car Station and admire the breath-taking view of Da Nang coastal city.
After finishing the first cable car, you will visit The Golden Bridge – which has the most exotic structure and also the world’s most prominent pedestrian bridges highlighted by the British Guard newspaper, Le Jardin D’amourn (consists of 9 gardens), Linh Ung pagoda.
Sit on the 2nd Cable Car to visit the French Village where you could enjoy Street Music, watch Art’s statue, Campanile, Nine Floor Goddess Shrine, Tombstone Temple, Watch Carnival Performance Show, Square Du Dome …
Have lunch at restaurant (Buffet).
Take the Lava Train from Sun Kingdom to many new attractions for check-in such as Helios waterfall, Time Gate, and The Moon Kingdom …Join in Fantasy Park by walking in Fairy Forest, discovering Dinosaur Park, playing 5D wild west, enjoying 4D death race ride, watching 3D mega 360 degrees, riding on journey into the underground, entering Jurassic Park, challenging Freefall Tower and participating in an adventure in Horror House and over 90 free games.
3:00 pm: Return to the Cable Car for leaving Ba Na Hills
4:45 – 5:45 pm: Our Minivan brings you back to your hotel. Tour ends.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Relish the remaining moment in Hoi An before your private driver escorts you to the Da Nang airport to take the flight to Bangkok. When you arrive at Bangkok International Airport, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation in the city centre. The rest of the time is free at leisure.
Overnight in Bangkok.
You will be met by our driver and guide who will transport you to your destination. The Grand Palace complex was established in 1782, and it consists of not only royal and throne halls but also a number of government offices as well as the renowned Temple of the Emerald Buddha. And then visit Wat Phra Kaew, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, and the adjoining Grand Palace, which together form the greatest spectacle for the visitor to Bangkok. Even though the whole compound is so full of tourists that you spend half the time trying to avoid getting in people's photos, it's still a pretty amazing place to visit. The Wat Pho, or “Temple of the Reclining Buddha” is one of Bangkok’s most attractive temples. It is a much-visited temple complex due to its location immediately South of the Grand Palace and the huge Reclining Buddha houses.
Overnight in Bangkok.
Pick up at your hotel after breakfast to depart for Samutsongkram province. Arrive to Maeklong Raiway Market (Talad Rom hoop), a must see attraction in Thailand. You will see a train pushing through a busy market and watch as the shopkeeper pull their table of vegetable and meat out of the way. It is a unique and exotic experience. Drive to Ratchaburi province for Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Arrive at a jetty pier and board a long-tailed boat ride for about 30 minutes, passing through remote plantations and Thai villages along the river and winding canal. At the floating market of Damnoen Saduak, it is amazing to see a lively market scene of local vendors selling local foods, tropical fruits, and numerous handicraft products on their boats. You are able to experience yourself in one of these paddling boat and touch the real atmosphere in the realm of this legendary market.
Overnight in Bangkok
Relish the remaining moment in Hoi An before your private driver escorts you to airport to take the flight to Bali. When you arrive at Denpasar International Airport, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation in the city centre. The rest of the time is free at leisure.
Overnight in Bali.
After breakfast at the hotel, our morning tour will introduce you to the diverse and fascinating aspects of Bali. The tour will commence with the traditional Barong Dance, followed by a visit to the village of Celuk, which is renowned for its gold and silver works. Next, we will proceed to the village of Mas, a well-known center for woodcarving, and then on to the village of Banjar Compound, which is a hub for handicrafts and an artist colony.
We will continue to Ubud, where you can explore the area's hidden gems and visit the Secret Holy Spring Temple at Tampak Siring. Next, we will reach Kintamani village, which is perched on the rim of the Batur Volcanic basin and offers breathtaking views of the lake and Mt. Batur. While taking in the panoramic vistas, you will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at Kintamani Restaurant.
On the way back, our tour guide will take you to a local plantation, which is rich with herbs and coffee plants. Afterward, we will transfer you to Kuta beach, where you can spend some time at your leisure or take a sunset stroll around the area until late evening.
You will be able to relax and unwind in your overnight accommodations in Bali.
Overnight in Bali.
After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, you will start your morning tour by visiting the Bedugul resort where you can experience the local fruit market and see the stunning Ulun Danu Temple, which is situated in the middle of Lake Bratan. This is a perfect spot to take some amazing photos and enjoy the serenity of the surroundings.
Afterwards, you will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at the Mentari Restaurant, where you can sample many traditional Balinese dishes. The tour continues to the iconic Tanah Lot Temple, which is perched on a rocky outcrop in the sea, offering a breathtaking view of the sunset.
You will have some free time to walk on the beach or explore the city on your own. During your leisure time, you can try some water activities or shop for souvenirs. As the day ends, you will return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Bali.
Overnight in Bali.
Enjoy your leisure day in Bali.
Overnight in Bali.
Relish a healthy breakfast on the final day of your trip to Vietnam, Thailand, Bali. Complete the hotel check-out formalities, after which you can visit the local markets to buy souvenirs for your loved ones. Later your private driver will transfer you to the airport to take your flight back home.
Trip ends.
3-stars hotels:
•Hanoi: Chalcedony or similar
•Sapa: Sapa Panorama Hotel or similar
•Sapa: Local Homestay Private Bungalow or similar
•Halong Bay: Le Journey Cruise or similar
•Hoi An: Kim An or similar
•Bangkok: True Siam Rangnam or similar
•Bali: Champlung Mas or similar
4-stars hotels:
•Hanoi: SilkPath Luxury or similar
•Sapa: Amazing Sapa Hotel or similar
•Sapa: Local Homestay Private Bungalow or similar
•Halong Bay: Milalux Cruise or similar
•Hoi An: The Saga Hotel or similar
•Bangkok: De Prime Rangnam or similar
•Bali: Bintang Kuta or similar
5-stars hotels:
•Hanoi: Apricot or similar
•Sapa: SilkPath Sapa Hotel or similar
•Sapa: Local Homestay Private Bungalow or similar
•Halong Bay: Doris Cruise or similar
•Hoi An: Palm Garden Resort or similar
•Bangkok: The Sukosol Hotel or similar
•Bali: Arya Arkananta or similar
Check-in room at 14:00 // Check-out room at 12:00 noon (Except Early check-in or Late check-out mentioned in the program).
As per the tour program:
B=breakfast
L-Lunch
D-Dinner
This tour offers Jain, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal and Kosher food options on request. Simply let Realistic Asia know the food option that you prefer.
- Door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services by private car
- Private cars for the excursions
- Shared speed boat for excurisons
Insurance is not included
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