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1. Indochina DiscoveryIndulge in the fascination coutries of Cambodia, Vietnam and Myanmar, uncover their wonder in your own style, being enthralled by their uniqueness and fascination, all are exclusive with our Indochina Discovery. The journey is simply a unparalled experience which is perfectly designed to capture the authenticity and real charm of three beautiful countries. <br />Day 1 – Welcome to Siem Reap Our tour guide and driver will welcome you at the elegant airport of Siem Riep for a transfer to your hotel. After resting, you will embark on an introcductory walk to Old market and exotic streets of Siem Riep.Accommodation: Hotel in Siem ReapMeals: N/A<br />Day 2 – Angkor DiscoveryCommnence your day with a visit to South gate of Angkor Thom through its majestic doors, monumental temple of Bayon facing the tropical forest , Baphuon and Phimeanakas mountains, elephant terrace and Terrect of the Liper King and other interesting places. Spend your afternoon discovering the admirable Angkor Wat: the 7th World heritage wonder, the founded by Suryavarman II who reigned Cambodia from 1113 to 1152 and built the five towers in the 12th century and dedicated them to the Hindu God Vishnu. The plan of the pyramidal conception of the temple combined with spaces, alleys, ditches is an ancient masterpiece of architectural design and construction. Return to your hotel in Siem Riep.Accommodation: Hotel in Siem ReapMeals: Breakfast<br />Day 3 –Siem Riep - Phnom penh – City TourHave breakfast in your hotel and take the early flight to Phnompenh, the capital of Cambodia Kingdom. Enjoy your full day sightseeing to the key sights of Phnom Penh include the Tuol Sleng Prison Museum and the notorious ‘Killing Fields’ of Choeung Ek. These are indeed places to experience the insight into the painful bloody rule of the Khmer Rouge. Lunch in a chic restaurant before continue your tour to private quarters of the Royal Palace where now is home to the royal family and therefore very close to the public. Afterward, you are invited to visit the styled Russian market Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom PenhMeals: Breakfast<br />Day 4 – Phnom Penh – Chau DocThe highlight of this day is the your cruise into the Mekong Delta from Phnom Penh to Chau Doc. As the boat goes downstream, you will pass the border of Cambodia to enter the world of Vietnamese. You will be greeted by our guide for the onward transfer to your hotel.Mekong river divides itself into nine smaller rivers in Vietnam and creates an extremly fascinating cultures on its banks. For the rest of this day, you will take the best chance to discover the local authenticty through the excursion to floating farm, stitl houses village. Capture the beautiful sunset on Sam mountain, overlooking the Cambodia border.Accommodation: Hotel in Chau DocMeals: Breakfast<br />Day 5 – Chau Doc – Mekong Delta Tour – SaigonTake the scenic drive from Chau Doc to Cai Be. On the way, we offer breaks to experience the typical work of producing Candy factory, orchard garden, indulged in the traditional music and have lunch in the ancient house. Heading to Sai Gon for your leisure.Accommodation: Hotel in SaigonMeals: Breakfast, LunchDay 6 – Sai Gon – Tay Ninh – Cu ChiEnjoy a morning drive through typical southern Vietnamese countryside to Tay Ninh Province to visit Cao Dai, a local sect of Buddhism, and join a memorable noon daily ceremony of the Cao Dai followers.After lunchtime back to a historic site of the Vietnam War - the Cu Chi Tunnels, an incredible underground network constructed by the local people and guerillas to survive the war against the American explosive attacks. We can even crawl a part inside the tunnel to understand the living of Vietnamese shoulders during the wartime. Accommodation: Hotel in SaigonMeals: Breakfast.Day 7 – Saigon City Tour – Hoi AnSaigon is the city of West and East, morden and fascination. It is famed for the American war either the oustanding economic hub of the south, boasting its charm through its amazed culture, energetic lifestyles. Our tour guide will introduce you the vivid life of Saigon through famous landmarks: Notre Dame Cathedral, Municipal Theater, Central Post Office, Reunification Palace and a Buddhist Temple.Fly to Danang where our driver is await to take to your hotel in Hoi An.<br />Day 8 – Hoian ancient townEmbark on a pleasant walk to the ancient streets of Hoian where the cultural remits are well-preserved. Followed by a visit to the local market . Hoi An is surely one of the best place to tailor your orient dress.Afternoon, take the walking tour to explore Hoi An town. We will visit Hoi An museum, Old merchants' house, Assembly hall, Japanese covered bridge. Walk along the bank of the lively Thu Bon River, once prosperous and famous as a trading port.Accommodation: Hotel in HoianMeals: Breakfast and lunch<br />Day 9- Hoian – HueDeparture for Hue by road. The panoramic view on the top of Hai Van pass and a break by the beach of Lang Co are the best compesation for the 3 hour- driving trip.It is time to paticipate in a halfday city tour covering the historical and cultural sites include Royal Citadel and imperial Purple Citadel,Thien Mu pagoda, Mausoleum of King TuDuc –a replica of the king palace build purposely for the next carnation of the King.Accommodation: Hotel in Hue.Meals: Breakfast.<br />Day 10- Hue – Hanoi – Halong BayFlying to Noi Bai airport, warmly welcomed by our driver. From Hanoi to Halong, the typical Red River delta landscapes glide beautifully over your car window until you reach Halong bay. Rest and unwind by the Bai Chay beach and the hotel comfort. Accommodation: Hotel in Halong BayMeals: Breakfast<br />Day 11- Halong Bay CruiseHave breakfast in the hotel and about noon time, you will be picked up for the Halong Cruise experience. Enjoy the welcome drinks and today the lunch will be served on board amidst spectacular views of the Halong Bay – The World Heritage Site.In the afternoon, we will visit one of the largest caves in the bay, cruising among the inspirational islands and islets. A sumptous dinner is at serve tonight.Accommodation: Styled Halong CruiseMeal: BreakfastDay 12 – Halong - HanoiParticipate the Tai Chi lesson onboard while beholding the amazing sunset, rising over water and mountains. After that, a fascinating kayaking time is on offer to discover the hidden area of Halong bay. Disembark for lunch and drive back to Hanoi. Evening highlight will be Water Puppet Performance – the unique form of Vietnamese art derived from wet-rice civilization in South East Asia.Day 13: Hoi Noi city tourStart your Hanoi visit from HoChiMinh Mausoleum complex, the best place to acknowlege the life of Uncle Ho and the establishment of Vietnam. Followed by Hoa Lo prison, Temple of literature and war museum. After lunch, enjoy a cyclo ride from colonial Hanoi Opera to the guild streets of Old Quarter, the old parts of Hanoi, full of traditional works are remained from generation to generation. Heading to Noi Bai airport for Myanmar. Upon arrival, our tour guide will await to transfer you to your hotel which is convinient to take an orientation walk to city centre.Accommodation: Hotel in HanoiMeals: BreakfastDay 14: Yangon – BaganLeave Yangon for Bagan. Begin your day with a ride from Shwe zi gone pagoda, which is believed to enshrine a bone and tooth of Gautama Buddha to Ananda, That byin Nyu and Manuha pagodas, the prominent monument that were contructed from 11th to 13t century. In the afternoon, discover the lacquer work which features a part the Bagan fame. Sunset on the legendary Irrawaddy river. (Optional Balloon rides over Bagan )Accommodation: hotel in BaganMeals: Breakfast<br />Day 15- Bagan – Mandalay.Have breakfast at our hotel then transfer to airport for Mandalay . Sightseeing Mandalay to Mahagandaryone Monastery For offering alm food to Thousand monks, U Pain Wooden Bridge, Mahamuni Image - a bronze Buddha image castled during the lifetime of Buddha himself, Tapestry works, Wood carving & bronze castling workshops, Marble carving workshop and silk weaving home cottage. Lunch at restaurant. After lunch, continues to Mandalay Palace, Shwenandaw Monastery - noted for its exquisite wood carvings, gold leaf beating workshop, Atumashi Monstery, Kuthodaw Pagoda - known as the world biggest book and finish the tour by visiting Mandalay Hill to watch the sun-set and the panoramic view of the city.Accommodation: Hotel in MandalayMeals: Breakfast<br />Day 16- Mandalay – Yangon.Breakfast at your hotel then fly to Yangon. Visit Buddha's Tooth Relic, Kaba Aye (World Peace) Pagoda, Maha Pasana Cave and Souvenir Shop. Lunch at restaurant. After lunch, visit Glass Factory, Chaukhtatkyi Reclining Buddha, Bogyoke (Scott) Market for free shopping, Sule Pagoda, Mahabandoola Park Independent Monument - the heart of Yangon City surrounded by memorable scene of various colonial style buildings and Nan Thida Jetty. Accommodation: Hotel in YangonMeals: Breakfast & Lunch<br />Day 17: Yangon city tour Wake up for a walk to the colonial part of Yangon from Sule Pagoda to City Hall building, the British buildings of Emmanuel Church to Inland Water Transport. Following, you will encounter the exotic food stalls and local markets of Yangon. In the afternoon, you will have time to discover , Chaukhtatgyi pyay, the biggest reclining Buddha statue in Myanmar. Followed by a stroll to Shwedagon pagoda, the most prominent Buddha monument with highest tower made of gold and diamonds, shining to the sky of YangonProceeding to Yangon airport for your departure flight.<br />