Swoon-worthy Southeast Asia voyage with Ha Long Bay cruise
- Round trip
- 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 or 18 nights
- Thailand, Vietnam
- £ 3,858.00 ]
- based on 2 travellers
Discover the jewels of Vietnam and Thailand from slick cities to tropical beach bliss – includes flights, private transfers & excursion options
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant heart of Southeast Asia, where ancient traditions seamlessly meet modern energy. Begin your adventure in Vietnam's captivating capital, Hanoi, with excursion options to explore the city by Vespa or visit neighbouring Ninh Binh. Next, board an overnight boutique cruise across Ha Long Bay, gliding past thousands of jungle-draped limestone karsts. Further south, the dynamic coastal hub of Da Nang promises days of rich city culture and sun-warmed beaches, with a chance to venture into Ba Na Hills.
Crossing into Thailand, the adventure shifts to the intoxicating metropolis of Bangkok. Behold ancient palaces and glittering skyscrapers amidst lush greenery, and choose from guided city tours with a Michelin Guide street food option. Escape to absolute island serenity, as your grand tour culminates on the powder-soft, white shores of Koh Samet where the pace of life is slow and the turquoise shallows are simply stunning. Whether you go for a 12, 14, or 16-night adventure, you’ll leave with a camera roll bursting with the distinct cultures, rich flavours, and tropical beauty of two extraordinary nations.
Included
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12, 14, or 16 nights in Vietnam and Thailand
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Breakfast included at hotels
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Full-board basis (excluding drinks) on the Ha Long Bay cruise
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A range of optional excursions
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Private transfers throughout
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Internal flight from Hanoi, Vietnam to Da Nang, Vietnam
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Internal flight from Da Nang, Vietnam to Bangkok, Thailand
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Return flight from your selected airport to Hanoi, Vietnam, returning from Bangkok, Thailand
Day 1-2: Hanoi
Touch down in Vietnam’s captivating capital, where your private driver awaits to whisk you through the vibrant streets to your hotel. With your first two days at leisure, step out to discover a city where ancient Vietnamese tradition thrives beneath a canopy of French colonial architecture. Lose yo…
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Day 3: Ha Long Bay
Leave the bustling capital behind after breakfast as your transfer arrives to deliver you eastward to the emerald embrace of Ha Long Bay. Step aboard your boutique cruise to navigate a mythical seascape where thousands of jungle-draped limestone cliffs rise from the jade waters of Ha Long and Lan H…
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Day 4-6: Da Nang
Following a leisurely breakfast and lunch aboard in Ha Long Bay, you’ll disembark and return by private transfer to Hanoi for your flight south. Upon touchdown in Da Nang, you’ll be transferred straight to your downtown base.
With three days left unscripted, the vibrant coastal heart of Central…
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Day 7-9: Bangkok
After your final breakfast in Da Nang, a private transfer will bring you back to the airport ahead of your Bangkok-bound flight. You’ll soon touch down in the energetic, neon-lit sprawl of Thailand’s capital, where your private driver will take you to check into your hotel. Enjoy plenty of time at …
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Day 10-12: Koh Samet
Trade the urban energy of Bangkok for the soothing Gulf of Thailand sands, beginning with a scenic drive south to the coastal province of Rayong. At Nuanthip Pier, step aboard a speedboat that will whisk you across the sparkling waves to Na Dan Pier, your gateway to the tranquil sanctuary of Koh Sa…
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Day 1-2: Hanoi
Touch down in Vietnam’s captivating capital, where your private driver awaits to whisk you through the vibrant streets to your hotel. With your first two days at leisure, step out to discover a city where ancient Vietnamese tradition thrives beneath a canopy of French colonial architecture. Lose yo…
Read more
Day 3: Ha Long Bay
Leave the bustling capital behind after breakfast as your transfer arrives to deliver you eastward to the emerald embrace of Ha Long Bay. Step aboard your boutique cruise to navigate a mythical seascape where thousands of jungle-draped limestone cliffs rise from the jade waters of Ha Long and Lan H…
Read more
Day 4-6: Da Nang
Following a leisurely breakfast and lunch aboard in Ha Long Bay, you’ll disembark and return by private transfer to Hanoi for your flight south. Upon touchdown in Da Nang, you’ll be transferred straight to your downtown base.
With three days left unscripted, the vibrant coastal heart of Central…
Read more
Day 7-9: Bangkok
After your final breakfast in Da Nang, a private transfer will bring you back to the airport ahead of your Bangkok-bound flight. You’ll soon touch down in the energetic, neon-lit sprawl of Thailand’s capital, where your private driver will take you to check into your hotel. Enjoy plenty of time at …
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Day 10-14: Koh Samet
Trade the urban energy of Bangkok for the soothing Gulf of Thailand sands, beginning with a scenic drive south to the coastal province of Rayong. At Nuanthip Pier, step aboard a speedboat that will whisk you across the sparkling waves to Na Dan Pier, your gateway to the tranquil sanctuary of Koh Sa…
Read more
Day 1-3: Hanoi
Touch down in Vietnam’s captivating capital, where your private driver awaits to whisk you through the vibrant streets to your hotel. With your first two days at leisure, step out to discover a city where ancient Vietnamese tradition thrives beneath a canopy of French colonial architecture. Lose yo…
Read more
Day 4: Ha Long Bay
Leave the bustling capital behind after breakfast as your transfer arrives to deliver you eastward to the emerald embrace of Ha Long Bay. Step aboard your boutique cruise to navigate a mythical seascape where thousands of jungle-draped limestone cliffs rise from the jade waters of Ha Long and Lan H…
Read more
Day 5-8: Da Nang
Following a leisurely breakfast and lunch aboard in Ha Long Bay, you’ll disembark and return by private transfer to Hanoi for your flight south. Upon touchdown in Da Nang, you’ll be transferred straight to your downtown base.
With three days left unscripted, the vibrant coastal heart of Central…
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Day 9-11: Bangkok
After your final breakfast in Da Nang, a private transfer will bring you back to the airport ahead of your Bangkok-bound flight. You’ll soon touch down in the energetic, neon-lit sprawl of Thailand’s capital, where your private driver will take you to check into your hotel. Enjoy plenty of time at …
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Day 12-16: Koh Samet
Trade the urban energy of Bangkok for the soothing Gulf of Thailand sands, beginning with a scenic drive south to the coastal province of Rayong. At Nuanthip Pier, step aboard a speedboat that will whisk you across the sparkling waves to Na Dan Pier, your gateway to the tranquil sanctuary of Koh Sa…
Read moreExcursions
If you’d like to make your trip even more unforgettable, you can also book the following optional excursions. These excursions can be selected in the booking process.
Day 2: Full-day private Ninh Binh highlights tour
Set out to discover the spectacular karst landscapes of Ninh Binh, beginning with a visit to Vietnam's ancient 10th-century capital at Hoa Lu. You’ll get to climb the 500 steps of Lying Dragon Mountain to marvel at breathtaking panoramic views over Mua Cave and the winding river below, before a delicious Vietnamese lunch. Glide along the Ngo Dong River in a traditional sampan boat, passing right through three majestic limestone caves in Tam Coc. Marvel at the emerald rice paddies as you pedal a bicycle through local villages to reach the ancient, mountain-carved Bich Dong Pagoda.
Day 2 or 3: Discover Hanoi by Vespa group tour
Plunge into the hidden gems of Vietnam’s capital on a thrilling vintage Vespa tour. You’ll get to ride pillion with an experienced driver through the narrow, iconic streets of the Old Quarter, pausing to marvel at vibrant murals and the historic Long Bien Bridge. Soak up the local lifestyle as you explore a bustling market, visit a tranquil Buddhist temple, and even see a surreal B-52 bomber crash site resting in a city lake.
Day 6: Full-day Ba Na Hills (Golden Bridge) private tour
Venture out to the misty peaks of Ba Na Hills, a former French hill station set high above Da Nang. You'll get to ride one of the world's longest cable cars over lush jungle canopies before stepping out onto the iconic Golden Bridge, held aloft by giant stone hands. Marvel at the manicured Le Jardin D’Amour flower gardens, explore a replica French village, and soak up the panoramic views from the summit of Chua Mountain.
Day 8 or 10: Michelin Guide tuk tuk street food group tour
Immerse yourself in Bangkok’s vibrant Chinatown on an evening culinary adventure by local tuk tuk. You'll get to follow your guide to legendary street food stalls recognised by the Michelin Guide, tasting everything from perfect fishball egg noodles to fresh Pa Tong Go doughnuts and zesty crab-fried rice. Marvel at the glowing neon streets as you zip past historic avenues, finishing with a stroll past Jay Fai, the city's only Michelin-starred street stall.
Day 9 or 11: Full-day private Bangkok city safari with lunch
See Bangkok from a local perspective on a private, full-day urban safari using the city’s vibrant public transport. You’ll get to glide above the traffic on the Skytrain and cruise the Chao Phraya River on a catamaran to marvel at the iconic Wat Pho and the dazzling Grand Palace. Hop aboard a classic tuk tuk for a ride to Khao San Road for a traditional Thai lunch, before scaling the Golden Mount at Wat Saket and taking a canal boat to the historic Jim Thompson House.
Book now, pay the rest later
Did you know, you can book now and pay the rest later with our convenient deposit payment option? If you book this deal 35 days prior to your departure, you can choose to pay in instalments. The deposit will be 35% of the deal’s price, plus any extras you may decide to add (i.e. excursions). You can review the instalment amounts and due dates in the last step before placing your booking.
Additional Information
| Conditions | Your booking is a direct contract between you and Secret Escapes Limited for the provision of your package. Secret Escapes acts as a tour operator responsible, and is therefore liable for the proper execution of the agreement. The Secret Escapes Terms and Conditions (A) apply to this booking. The Secret Escapes Cancellation Terms and Conditions apply to this booking. |
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| Passport, visa and health requirements | The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements, before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. For some countries (e.g. Singapore, Thailand), you may be required to complete a Digital Arrival Card or other immigration procedures prior to or upon arrival. We recommend that you complete any required digital forms as early as possible to save time upon arrival. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals. |
| Price changes | Please note that the flights included in this offer are subject to live availability and price, and can change during your booking process. When this is the case, we will always notify during the booking process. |
| Pet policy | Pets are not allowed on this trip. |
| Optional services | To provide you with the best choice, we partner with a wide range of airlines. Please be aware that many carriers now charge extra for optional services like seat reservations and additional baggage. These airline-specific fees are not included in your holiday price unless stated. We recommend visiting your chosen airline's website directly to review their policies and understand any potential additional charges. |