Custom Indochina

• Discover ancient temples, imperial palaces and mystical ruins where layers of history and cultures intersect.
• Journey down the Mekong, “Mother River” of spirit and legend, the traditional lifeline of Southeast Asia.
• Enjoy enticing dining and shopping in sophisticated capitals as well as rural villages where handcrafts thrive.

Southeast Asia is a lush adventure for the senses. From mountains draped in jungle to palm-fringed beaches and emerald rice paddies drenched by the monsoon, the land flourishes in steam and heat. Through it, the great river artery of the Mekong courses its way from the Tibetan Plateau to the South China Sea. Here where Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia come together, Indian and Chinese cultures have melded over centuries to create a human montage as vivid as the natural backdrop. Long known as Indochina, and still bearing vestiges of the French colonial era, these three nations – with adjacent Thailand – comprise a legendary travel destination. Rich in history, architecture, cuisine and spirit, Indochina still feels like a page from a Somerset Maugham novel, and you’re invited to read further.

Location of Adventure

Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, Thailand

Accommodations
In larger cities we use centrally located, first-class accommodations with all the facilities, amenities and services of luxury hotels.  In smaller towns and villages we tend to select clean and comfortable lodgings with local character and friendly ambience, providing our guests with authentic experiences. All accommodations provide private facilities.

Included

All accommodations, meals (as noted in itinerary), hotel and airport transfers and all ground transportation, services of a Expedition Leader and/or English speaking local guides, permits as required, guided sightseeing and admission fees as per the itinerary.

Not Included

Travel to the start and end point of trip, gratuities, passport and visa fees, items of personal nature (souvenirs, laundry, phone calls, bar bills, etc.), airport and government taxes (if applicable), travel insurance.

Physical Requirements

Level of rating: Easy

Most activities are optional. No significant elevation gains involved.to most

Getting There & Getting Home

The gateway to most of South East Asia is Bangkok. Call us to help you with flight itinerary suggestions.

Cambodia and Laos is best visited between November and January.

Vietnam’s dry seasons are December though April in the South and May to October in the Central Coastal areas. North Vietnam gets cold in December and January. The best time to visit most of Thailand is November to early-March.

Ancient Splendors of Angkor

Wander the mystical ruins of Angkor Wat and explore jungle-draped temples of the ancient Khmer capital on a journey of discovery through captivating Cambodia.

Custom Myanmar (Burma)

The former Burma may be Southeast Asia’s most beguiling destination. Gilded Shwedagon Pagoda, thousands of temples at Bagan, and hospitable hill tribe villages await your discovery.

2012 Sample Itineraries & Fees

These are sample itineraries designed for your reference. You may choose a trip that suits your needs in terms of length and time of year for travel. The options and combinations are many. Call our Asia360 specialists and we will help you create an unsurpassed travel experience.

21-Day Indochina Insider

2012 Fees From $6,995

Days 1-2: Bangkok, Thailand

Days 3-5: Luang Prabang, Laos

Day 6: Fly to Vientiane

Day 7: Fly to Hanoi, Vietnam

Days 8: Hanoi

Days 9-10: Halong Bay

Days 11-12: Hue and Perfume River

Day 13: Hoi An

Days 14-16: Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City)

Day 17: Fly to Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Day 18: Fly to Siem Reap

Days 19-20: Angkor

Day 21: Depart Cambodia 

Fee includes all internal flights.

12-Day Vietnam and Cambodia Sampler

2011 Fees From $4,295

Days 1-2: Hanoi, Vietnam

Days 3-4: Halong Bay

Day 5: Fly to Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City)

Day 7: Boat cruise on the Mekong Delta

Day 8: Cu Chi tunnels

Day 9: Fly to Siem Reap, Cambodia

Days 10-11: Angkor

Day 12: Depart Cambodia

Fee includes all internal flights

12-Day Images of Laos

2011 Fees From $3,995

Day 1: Pakbeng

Day 2: Cruise from Pakbeng to Luang Prabang on the Mekong River

Day 3-4: Luang Prabang

Day 5: Kuang Si Waterfalls

Day 6: Vang Vieng

Days 7-8: Vientiane

Day 9: Fly to Pakse

Day 10: Elephant trek to Phou Asa

Day 11: Khmer temple complex of Wat Phu

Day 12: Depart Pakse
Fee includes internal flight.

Deposit: 25% of fee (non-refundable)

Estimated prices are based on two travelers only

Your trip will be customized to meet your needs and will be priced according to length of trip, hotels chosen and time of year. Our Adventure Specialists will assist you in choosing the trip that best meets your desires.

Prices are per person based on double occupancy and are given in US Dollars.