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Indochina overland, 22 days Hanoi to Bangkok

Challenge:: Adventure
Destination:: *Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Asia Combos
Departure Dates From:: 31/07/2010
Duration:: 3 weeks
Kitty:: £ 0

*Allow USD $320 for meals not included

Further Dates available - 3/4 Departures every week

Vibrant Vietnam, charismatic Cambodia, beguiling Bangkok: this overland journey covers the best of Indochina and more. From the graceful elegance of Hanoi, the serene beauty of Halong Bay, the quaint charms of Hoi An and the frenetic energy of Saigon, experience the ancient customs, delicious cuisine and optimism of Vietnam. Cap this off with an exciting trip along the Mekong to Phnom Penh as well as a couple of days exploring the enigmatic temples of Angkor and you'll have the ultimate overland adventure!

Explore Hanoi's evocative Old Quarter, Cruise the islands of Halong Bay, Ride a dragon boat along the Perfume River, Take in the tranquility of Hoi An, Experience the excitement of Ho Chi Minh City and its surrounds, Confront Cambodia's tragic past, Be enchanted by the ancient ruins of Angkor, Kick back with a Bangkok brew.

These trips depart two or three times per month.

Days 1-2 Hanoi

Explore the 36 streets of the Old Quarter, amid the hum of motorbikes and hawker calls.

Days 3-4 Halong Bay

Breakfast with the kids of the Blue Dragon Children's Foundation before boarding a boat bound for beautiful Halong Bay.

Days 5-6 Hue

Take a dragon boat cruise down the timeless Perfume River and discover Vietnam's regal past amongst the tombs, temples and pagodas of Hue.

Days 7-9 Hoi An

Traditional architecture, talented artisans and tasty local food make Hoi An a fantastic destination.

Days 10-12 Nha Trang

Swim in the South China Sea, enjoy a soothing massage or savour decadent seafood on a boat cruise over Nha Trang's aquamarine waters.

Days 13-14 Ho Chi Minh City

Lose yourself in the entrepreneurial tempest that is Saigon before rowing leisurely along the Mekong. Learn about longan honey from a local bee-keeper and stroll through a rural village for insight into traditional life.

Days 15-16 Phnom Penh

Reflect on the atrocities of the Khmer Rouge regime at the Tuol Sleng Museum and at the site of the Killing Fields. A visit to the glittering Silver Pagoda sheds light on brighter times in the country's history.

Days 17-19 Siem Reap/Angkor Wat

Take time to temple-hop around the Angkor complex. Sunrise at Angkor Wat, the sight of silvery vines wrapped around the structures of Ta Prohm and the enigmatic smiles of the faces in the Bayon will remain in your memory forever.