Ninh Binh Holidays

Tour through the major attractions of Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia, taking in the most interesting and exciting destinations and getting a taste of traditional rural life in these fascinating countries. We will discover dynamic Ho Chi Minh City, learning about the city’s French colonial heritage and war-time history, visiting the incredible underground network of the Cu Chi Tunnels. We will venture deep into the lush Mekong Delta to shop at a floating market and see how the local communities live. We will explore the charming town of Hoi An, visit the famous Cham Museum and ascend the spectacular Marble Mountain. In Hue, we will tour the ancient citadel, cruise down the Perfume River, discover fascinating royal Mausoleums and experience a lively market. An intrepid overnight train journey will take us to Ninh Binh, one of the most scenic regions in Vietnam, where we will cycle through the enchanting mountainous terrain. We will cruise through magnificent Halong Bay, taking in the striking limestone islands, secluded coves and impressive caves. In Vietnam’s historic capital, Hanoi, we will tour the city’s most important monuments, before flying to Laos to discover the picturesque town of Luang Prabang and it’s surrounding attractions, including the mystifying Pakou Caves, hill-tribe villages, the remarkable Kuang Si Waterfall and a bear sanctuary. We will get a taste of the energetic capital cities of Laos and Cambodia - Vientiane and Phnom Penh - taking in atmospheric temples, historic monuments and harrowing memorials to the Cambodian genocide. We will take a boat trip to peaceful Tonle Sap Lake, visiting floating villages and learning about life on the lake. We will unravel the magnificent Angkor Temple complex, seeing the best of the majestic temple ruins, including the iconic Angkor Wat, and the pink sandstone Banteay Srey Temple.

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.