Travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi, stopping at Vietnam’s most treasured attractions on the way, and explore two contrasting sides of Lao, with a stops at bustling Vientiane and charming Luang Prabang. This tour starts in thriving Ho Chi Minh City, where we will tour the city’s colonial buildings, vibrant markets and war memorials, including a trip to the fascinating Cu Chi Tunnels. We will explore the lush Mekong Delta by boat, cruising past floating fish farms, rice fields and verdant islands. We will discover the picturesque town of Hoi An, strolling to the main attractions such as the Japanese Covered Bridge. We will ascend the sensational Marble Mountain and visit the beautiful Cham Museum, before reaching the ancient citadel of Hue. We will boat down the Perfume River, exploring temples, mausoleums and markets in the surrounding countryside. In historic Hanoi, we will see the city’s most captivating monuments, museums and pagodas, including the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Temple of Literature. We will experience one of the most scenic regions in Vietnam, Ninh Binh, absorbing the peace and beauty of this rural area. We will cruise through spectacular Halong Bay, taking in magnificent limestone islands, secluded coves and enchanting caves. In Laos, we will explore the gorgeous town of Luang Prabang, with it’s majestic temples and French colonial architecture, as well as visiting the mystifying Pakou caves. Finally, we will discover the lively capital of Laos - Vientiane - exploring its attractions and learning about the city’s diverse influences.