3 Week Far East Tour Packages

Far East itineraries for 3 weeks

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• 21 Days in Southeast Asia, incl. Bangkok and Angkor Wat

  Rich cultural heritage awaits on this 21-day Far East adventure from Thailand to Cambodia. Highlights include overnight Halong Bay cruise, traditional performances, and temple visits. Package includes 18 luxury hotel stays and domestic flights between major destinations with expert cultural guides.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Bangkok & Damnoen Saduak

    Start in Thailand's capital before visiting the famous floating market. Take a long-tail speedboat through 19th-century canals to see vendors selling fresh produce and local crafts. Take an overnight train to Chiang Mai. Book a lower berth for better sleep and easier access.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Chiang Mai

    Visit the city's key temples including Wat Phra Singh and Wat Chedi Luang. Head to Doi Suthep Temple on top of the 5,300-foot peak in the early morning to avoid crowds and heat. You'll need to take your shoes off at many temples so wear ones that slip off easily.

    
  • Days 5-8

    Luang Prabang

    Fly to this UNESCO World Heritage city in Laos. Get up at 5:30 AM to see the daily alms-giving ceremony. Visit the Royal Palace and Buddhist temples like Wat Xiengthong. Take a boat to Pak Ou Caves and swim at Kuang Si Waterfall. "The unexpected jewel of the trip was Luang Prabang, a town I'd never even heard of before this trip," shared one seasoned traveler.

    
  • Days 9-11

    Hanoi & Halong Bay

    Explore Vietnam's capital before taking a Halong Bay cruise. Spend one night on a traditional junk boat among limestone karsts. Pack a small bag for the overnight cruise since large suitcases are hard to store in the cabins.

    
  • Days 12-14

    Hoi An & Da Nang

    Explore Hoi An's ancient town and food scene by bike. Visit My Son Sanctuary early to avoid crowds and heat. If you want clothes made get measured on your first day to allow time for fittings. "The tailored garment in Hoi An was a terrific souvenir," one recent visitor said.

    
  • Days 15-17

    Ho Chi Minh City & Mekong Delta

    Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels in the afternoon when it's cooler. Take a day trip to the Mekong Delta to cruise narrow canals and visit local workshops. Wear clothes that can get dusty at Cu Chi and bring mosquito repellent.

    
  • Days 18-21

    Siem Reap & Angkor Wat

    Finish your trip at the incredible Angkor temple complex. Start your temple visits at sunrise to beat the heat and crowds. Bring USD for Cambodia as it's widely accepted and often preferred. "Take breaks between temples to avoid temple fatigue. The complex is massive and deserves time to appreciate," suggested one traveler.

    

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• 21 Days in Indochina, incl. Luang Prabang and Halong Bay

  A grand 21-day Far East adventure combines UNESCO sites from Luang Prabang's temples to Angkor Wat complex. Vietnam's highlights include Hanoi's Old Quarter, Ha Long Bay cruise, and Hoi An's ancient town. Package features internal flights, 3* hotels, local market visits, and authentic dining with 20 breakfasts and 6 lunches.

  

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  • Days 1-3

    Luang Prabang

    Start your journey in this UNESCO-listed Laotian city. Wake up early (around 5:30 AM) to watch the daily alms-giving ceremony. "Watching the monks collect alms at sunrise was humbling. Bring a shawl—it gets chilly in the morning." Take a Mekong River cruise to Pak Ou Caves and climb the 329 steps to Mount Phousi for sunset views. Visit Kuang Si Waterfall early to enjoy the best swimming and avoid crowds.

    
  • Days 4-6

    Siem Reap

    Take your time exploring Angkor's temples. Get to Angkor Wat by 5 AM for sunrise, then visit Bayon and Ta Prohm during lunch hours when tour groups leave. Plan a morning trip to Tonle Sap Lake's floating villages when fishermen are active and the weather is cool.

    
  • Days 7-9

    Ho Chi Minh City & Mekong Delta

    Stay in District 1 for convenience. Start your Cu Chi Tunnels visit at 7:30 AM to avoid crowds and heat. Spend a day in My Tho in the Mekong Delta exploring coconut islands and floating markets. Morning tours offer the best market experience.

    
  • Days 10-12

    Hoi An

    Visit the Ancient Town before tourist crowds arrive. Book an 8 AM cooking class that includes market visits when produce is fresh. Add a basket boat tour through Cam Thanh village's water coconut groves.

    
  • Days 13-15

    Da Nang

    Take the first 7:30 AM cable car to Ba Na Hills and Golden Bridge. Spend late afternoons at My Khe Beach when it's cooler. Visit on weekdays for smaller crowds.

    
  • Days 16-18

    Hanoi

    Walk through the Old Quarter's streets and join an evening street food tour when the area is most lively. Explore the French Quarter early morning before traffic picks up. Stop by Train Street for egg coffee but check train schedules first.

    
  • Days 19-21

    Halong Bay

    Book a 2-night cruise to see more of the bay. Morning activities like kayaking and cave visits happen before day tourists arrive. Look for boats going to Lan Ha Bay for a quieter experience.

    

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• 21 Day Southeast Asia Itinerary, incl. Bangkok and Siem Reap

  The cultural riches of the Far East unfold from Bangkok's floating markets to Chiang Mai's Doi Suthep Temple and Luang Prabang's Buddhist sanctuaries. Ha Long Bay cruising, Hoi An's food culture at Tra Que Village, and Angkor's ancient temples await. Flights between major destinations and 4-5 star accommodations included.

  

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  • Days 1-4

    Thailand: Start in Bangkok at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market by 7 AM before the crowds.

    Take the 14-hour overnight train to Chiang Mai and book upper berths for better air flow. In Chiang Mai, visit Wat Phra Singh for morning chanting. Next, go to Doi Suthep Temple before it gets too hot. You can climb the 309 steps or take the cable car if needed.

    
  • Days 5-8

    Laos: Take a 1-hour flight to Luang Prabang.

    Watch the alms-giving ceremony in modest clothing and keep your distance. One traveler shared: "The monks' procession is deeply moving, but some tourists get too close with cameras." Visit Pak Ou Caves by long-tail boat early before tour groups arrive. At Kuang Si Falls, bring water shoes and swim in the lower pools. Skip the upper pools during rainy season.

    
  • Days 9-11

    Northern Vietnam: Fly to Hanoi and take a 4-hour bus to Halong Bay.

    Pick a cruise with fewer stops but more sailing time. The bay is quieter in late afternoon. Back in Hanoi, explore the Old Quarter when it's cooler and food stalls are opening.

    
  • Days 12-14

    Central Vietnam: Fly to Da Nang and head to Hoi An.

    See the Ancient Town before tour buses arrive. If you want tailored clothes, order on day one to allow time for fittings. Take the bike tour to Tra Que village early and wear sunscreen. Visit My Son Sanctuary first thing to avoid peak heat.

    
  • Days 15-17

    Southern Vietnam: Fly to Ho Chi Minh City.

    Get to Cu Chi Tunnels early to avoid crowds and heat. The tunnels can feel tight. For Mekong Delta tours, expect humidity. Take smaller waterways to avoid tourist boats.

    
  • Days 18-21

    Cambodia: Fly to Siem Reap.

    For Angkor Wat sunrise, get there by 5 AM for good photos at the reflecting pools. See Ta Prohm and Bayon during lunch hours when crowds thin out. A traveler notes: "The temples are magnificent but exhausting—plan shorter days and take plenty of water. The heat is intense by 10 AM."

    

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