Independent Sensational Southeast Asia with Phuket Beach Stay

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Sample the best of Southeast Asia on this fascinating journey with Independence by Globus. You’ll begin in Hanoi, Vietnam, with guided sightseeing and a cyclo ride through the ancient Old Quarter where merchants trade as they have for centuries. Visit Ho Chi Minh’s humble cottage, as well as the mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, the Presidential Palace, and the 9...
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Trip type
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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
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What's this trip about?

    Sample the best of Southeast Asia on this fascinating journey with Independence by Globus. You’ll begin in Hanoi, Vietnam, with guided sightseeing and a cyclo ride through the ancient Old Quarter where merchants trade as they have for centuries. Visit Ho Chi Minh’s humble cottage, as well as the mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, the Presidential Palace, and the 900-year-old Temple of Literature. Embark on a cruise on stunning Ha Long Bay, with its 3,000 limestone islands carved by time into spectacular landscapes rising from the Gulf of Tonkin. Savor traditional Vietnamese cuisine on this overnight cruise and visit spectacular caves, tunnels, and pristine beaches. Fly to Ho Chi Minh City to explore the city’s many famed landmarks, including the War Remnants Museum and the bustling Ben Thanh Market. Take an excursion to the Cu Chi tunnels—an extraordinary network of passageways used by the Viet Cong during the war. In Siem Reap, visit the largest temple complex in the world—including incomparable Angkor Wat. See the Bayon Temple at Angkor Thom with more than 200 faces carved in 54 towers. Interact with children at a local school, and venture on to Ta Prohm—virtually untouched and wrapped in ancient tree roots around its ruins. Start your exploration of Bangkok with a boat ride through the city’s famous canals, or klongs, to see family homes and temples—you’ll quickly see why they call this city “Venice of the East.” Next, visit Wat Arun, also known as the Temple of the Dawn, and the Grand Palace, which houses the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Lastly, stop at the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, the oldest and largest Buddhist temple in Bangkok, featuring one of the largest Buddha statues in Thailand. You’ll also have I-time to explore more of Bangkok and other nearby attractions including Damnoen Saduak floating market and the ancient capital of Ayutthaya! End your independent journey with a three-night stay at a beachfront resort in Phuket. Explore the area at your leisure or simply relax at the beach!

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start City HANOI, VIETNAM
End CityPHUKET

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Asia
  • Cambodia
  • Thailand
  • Vietnam

Attractions

  • Hanoi
  • Phuket
  • Siem Reap

Activities

  • Culture

Itinerary

Day 1: ARRIVE IN HANOI, VIETNAM

Welcome to Vietnam! Your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.

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Day 2: HANOI

• This morning, enjoy a private guided tour of the city. First, take a cyclo ride though the ancient streets of the fascinating Old Quarter. Here, merchants trade as they have for centuries. • Then, visit the mausoleum and the humble cottage from which “Uncle ...

Day 3: HANOI–HA LONG BAY CRUISE (EMBARKATION)

• A private transfer takes you from Hanoi through the fertile countryside to Hon Gai, gateway to Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located in the Gulf of Tonkin, the bay is dotted with more than 3,000 limestone islands carved into fanciful shapes by th...

Day 4: HA LONG BAY CRUISE (DISEMBARKATION)–HANOI–HO CHI MINH CITY

• Early birds can participate in a tai chi demonstration on the Sun Deck at the break of dawn. • Further, explore the massive caves found in the bay to see the dramatic formations inside the caverns before disembarking later in the morning. • A private transfe...

Day 5: HO CHI MINH CITY

• Start your private guided sightseeing with a walking tour of the city’s famous and historic landmarks as you stroll through the heart of the city along Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Catinat) past the Rex Hotel, Ho Chi Minh Square, the Municipal Theatre, Cent...

Day 6: HO CHI MINH CITY

• Today, enjoy a half-day private guided excursion to the Cu Chi tunnels, an extraordinary network of tunnels more than 120 miles in length that was used by the Viet Cong as a hideout during the war.

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Sample a sweet Vietnamese iced coffee or stop at for a drink at one of the city’s iconic rooftop bars.

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Day 7: HO CHI MINH CITY–SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA

• Today, fly to Siem Reap, your base for exploring the temples of Angkor. Constructed between the 9th and 13th centuries, the temples are unmatched among the world’s ancient ruins.

(Breakfast)

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Day 8: SIEM REAP

• Your private guided sightseeing starts at the best preserved of all the temples—Angkor Wat, honoring the Hindu god, Vishnu. • Next stop is Angkor Thom to see Bayon Temple. One of the few Buddhist temples in Angkor, it features some 200 striking faces carved ...

Day 9: SIEM REAP

• Continue exploring the Angkor temple complex on a private guided tour. • Start at Banteay Srei, a unique, small temple outside the main complex built from red sandstone and dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. On your return journey stop at a local school to in...

Day 10: SIEM REAP–BANGKOK, THAILAND

• Today, fly to Bangkok, Thailand’s capital city.

(Breakfast)

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Day 11: BANGKOK

• Today’s private guided tour starts with a boat ride through the klongs, Bangkok’s famous canals. • Next, stop at Wat Arun, the Temple of the Dawn, whose 260-foot-tall spire has become identified with Bangkok. • Continue to the Grand Palace, comprised of the...

Day 12: BANGKOK

• Enjoy a full day at your leisure.

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Enjoy a full day at leisure for your own discoveries. You may consider a visit to Jim Thompson’s House, a dinner cruise on the Chao Phraya River, or an excursion to the colorful Damnoen Saduak floating market.

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Day 13: BANGKOK–PHUKET

• Today, fly to Phuket, Thailand’s most popular beach area. Transfer to your beachfront resort.

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Day 14: PHUKET

• Enjoy a full day at your leisure.

(Breakfast) Consider a trip to the Phi Phi Islands, explore Phuket Town, or simply relax on the beach.

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Day 15: PHUKET

• Enjoy another full day at your leisure.

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The beaches of Phuket are among the most stunning in the world, with glistening white sand and turquoise water that invite you to relax and rejuvenate. Enjoy the day with the free time to swim and stretch out on the sand to soak in the spectacular natural beauty of Thailand.

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Day 16: PHUKET

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

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Moevenpick Hotel HanoiThe Moevenpick Hotel Hanoi has a distinctive French architecture as well as excellent services and facilities; service is always tailored to meet the unique needs of discerning travelers. The Mövenpick Hotel Hanoi offers stylish accommodation, warm service and a luxurious spa.HanoiVietnam83A Ly Thuong Kiet StreetParadise EleganceThe newest and most luxurious ship sailing on Ha Long Bay. A mix of contemporary design style and traditional Vietnamese building materials create warm and welcoming spaces throughout the ship. Dine in comfort in the spacious Le Marin Restaurant, take in the panoramic views from the sundeck, or go for relaxing spa treatment. Spacious deluxe cabins feature a balcony, air-conditioning, and a large en-suite bathroom.Ha Long BayVietnamCaravelle SaigonCaravelle Hotel opened on Christmas Eve, 1959, and was the city's premier venue for grand balls and functions. Refurbished with the addition of the new 24-story tower it is still one of the city's top international hotels and is situated in the center of the business, shopping, and entertainment district. Saigon Saigon Bar, voted the `Best Bar' in the city, dates back to 1959 and retains the original charm of original 10-story hotel's rooftop bar.Ho Chi Minh CityVietnam19 Lam Son SquareBorei Angkor Resort & SpaAptly named after 'a territory of Angkor' in Cambodian, Borei Angkor Resort & Spa is a truly Cambodian hotel set in the heart of Siem Reap with easy access to the Angkor Temple complex and only 5 minutes from Pub Street with shops and restaurants. The hotel features many amenities for a comfortable stay including an outdoor pool, spa, fitness center, restaurant, and bar.Siem ReapCambodiaNational Road 6, 0369, BantayEastin Grand Hotel SathornEastin Grand Hotel Sathorn Bangkok is centrally located in the popular Sathorn district. It is unique in being the only hotel in Bangkok with its own direct access to the BTS Sky Train system at Surasak Station literally bringing the city to your doorstep. The hotel has three dining options and bar plus many other amenities including gym and a rooftop pool. Superior Sky rooms are equipped with all the amenities for a comfortable stay and offer fantastic views of Bangkok. BangkokThailand33/1 South Sathorn Road, Yannawa, SathornDusit Thani Laguna PhuketSet on the white sands of Bang Tao beach, The Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket is surrounded by lush gardens, 2 inland lagoons and overlooks the glittering Andaman Ocean. The resort offers an outdoor pool, open air bar and 4 international restaurants. PhuketThailand390 Moo1 Srisoontorn Road,
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