10 days in Cambodia, Vietnam & Laos Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Asia tour planner
Start: Chennai, India
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Siem Reap, Cambodia
— 3 nights
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Hoi An, Vietnam
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Fly to Van Don, Bus to Honda Agent Hoang Quoc Viet, Drive to Ha Long Bai Chay, Ferry to Halong Bay
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Halong Bay, Vietnam
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Ferry to Ha Long Bai Chay, Drive to Tuan Chau Island Marina, Fly to Luang Prabang
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Luang Prabang, Laos
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Vientiane, Laos
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Siem Reap, Cambodia — 3 nights
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Temple Town
Once a small village in northwest Cambodia, Siem Reap now serves as a gateway to the Angkor region's World Heritage-listed temple and other attractions.Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom. Get some cultural insight at Ta Prohm and Bayon Temple. Spend the 30th (Fri) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's still lots to do: indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas and delve into the distant past at Terrace of the Elephants.
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Chennai, India to Siem Reap is an approximately 10-hour flight. You can also drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1.5 hours traveling from Chennai to Siem Reap. Expect a daytime high around 35°C in December, and nighttime lows around 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Sat) early enough to catch the flight to Hoi An.
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Hoi An, Vietnam — 2 nights
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Indisputably one of Vietnam's most atmospheric destinations, Hoi An contains a World Heritage-listed old town boasting over 2,000 years of culture and history.Kick off your visit on the 1st (Sun): kick back and relax at Cua Dai Beach, then make a trip to Hoi An Ancient Town, and then indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: stroll through An Bang Beach and then make a trip to The Marble Mountains.
For where to stay, ratings, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Hoi An tour itinerary planner.
Getting from Siem Reap to Hoi An by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Siem Reap in December: highs in Hoi An hover around 29°C, while lows dip to 23°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon) early enough to travel to Halong Bay.
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Halong Bay, Vietnam — 2 nights
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Halong Bay encompasses a cluster of verdant limestone islets that jut out from the sea and make up an enchanting setting recognized as a World Heritage Site.On the 3rd (Tue), head outdoors with Outdoor Activities. Keep things going the next day: explore the activities along Bai Tu Long Bay.
For ratings, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Halong Bay road trip site.
Do a combination of flight, bus, car, and ferry from Hoi An to Halong Bay in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight, bus, and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry; or do a combination of train, car, and ferry. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 4th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Luang Prabang.
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Luang Prabang, Laos — 1 night
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Designated a World Heritage Site in 1995, Luang Prabang sits at the meeting point of two rivers and offers numerous opportunities for sailing, climbing, and exploring scenic caves and waterfalls.Start off your visit on the 5th (Thu): take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Phousi, then admire the sheer force of Kuang Si Waterfall, and then look for all kinds of wild species at Kuang Si Butterfly Farm.
For reviews, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Luang Prabang day trip planning tool.
You can do a combination of ferry, car, and flight from Halong Bay to Luang Prabang in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and flight; or do a combination of ferry and bus; or do a combination of ferry and bus. In January, daytime highs in Luang Prabang are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) so you can fly to Vientiane.
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Vientiane, Laos — 1 night
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The riverside capital of Laos, Vientiane still has a relatively small urban area and a laid-back, relaxed feel to it.Kick off your visit on the 6th (Fri): contemplate the long history of Great Sacred Stupa (Pha That Luang), then take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Ho Phra Keo, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Si Saket, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Si Muang.
To find other places to visit, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, read our Vientiane trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Luang Prabang to Vientiane takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In January, daytime highs in Vientiane are 33°C, while nighttime lows are 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Fri) so you can catch the flight back home.
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Cambodia travel guide
For over six centuries, the mighty Khmer Empire flourished in Cambodia, a scenic land of majestic temples, pristine waterfalls, and dense jungles. A protectorate of France between 1863 and 1953, the country suffered under the Khmer Rouge, a ruling party remembered mostly for its part in organizing the bloody Cambodian genocide of the 1970s. Today, a trip to Cambodia will reveal the region's troubled history, but also some of Southeast Asia's most significant archaeological sites. Few tourist attractions in Cambodia match the splendor of Angkor Wat, a World Heritage-listed temple complex that represents the biggest religious monument on the planet.
Vietnam travel guide
While most Southeast Asian countries have at least one booming metropolis, none seem to bustle nearly throughout like Vietnam does. While busy locals zoom about on motorbikes, visitors fill their Vietnam vacations with a mix of cultural sightseeing and exploring the landscape. Big cities and towns boast colonial architecture, open-air markets, outstanding spa complexes, and modern restaurants. The country also features over 3,200 km (2,000 mi) of coastline dotted with sandy bays that attract scuba divers and kitesurfers. Away from busy urban centers, a tour of Vietnam reveals a rural landscape of lush rice paddies, jagged mountain peaks, and timeless villages unspoiled by the outside world.
Laos travel guide
Long overlooked by travelers due to its reputation as one of the world's poorest nations, Laos is drawing a growing number of visitors with its laid-back charm, natural beauty, and numerous archaeological sites and historic temples. Many visitors make the trip to Laos from nearby Thailand, combining the two neighboring countries into one memorable experience of Southeast Asia. Others focus their Laos vacation on the Mekong River, which serves as a major source of irrigation for local farms and represents a popular alternative for sightseeing by car. On top of the rich cultural heritage and impressive natural landscapes, its major treasure remains its people--friendly and devout Buddhists welcoming visitors with a genuine hospitality rarely felt in other parts of the world.
