Morning departure from Indore with one connection (typical routing via Bangkok or Kuala Lumpur); aim for flights arriving Siem Reap in the afternoon to maximize daylight. Book refundable/bundled fares in peak season.
Check into a family-friendly hotel such as Sokha Angkor Resort (family rooms) or La Residence d'Angkor (family suites) that offers rooms with 2 full double beds; rest and freshen up before evening walk.
Leisurely stroll through Pub Street and the Old Market area to get a feel for the town, local handicrafts and sample street fruits and snacks; low-key first evening.
Chamkar and some Indian restaurants in town offer extensive vegetarian curries and vegetable dishes; request no egg and no seafood. Many hotel buffets also offer full vegetarian spreads.
Angkor Wat opens early for sunrise visits (arrive before 5:30am). Experience the iconic sunrise and then walk inside the temple complex; it's cooler and less crowded early morning.
Return to hotel for a filling vegetarian breakfast—most mid-to-upscale hotels offer good vegetarian options (fruit, porridge, breads, stir-fried veggies).
Visit Angkor Thom complex and Bayon to see the famous stone faces and massive bas-reliefs — excellent for kids and history lovers. Site open from early morning to late afternoon.
Viroth's and several other quality restaurants in town serve vegetable stir-fries, rice & noodle dishes — specify no egg. Good choice for a comfortable sit-down lunch.
Angkor National Museum (open 8:30–5:30pm) is excellent for contextualizing Angkor's history; good indoor option on a hotter day. Cambodian Cultural Village is an alternate family-friendly cultural park.
Relax after temple walks; choose a poolside slot or short family spa session (many hotels allow single rooms for massages) — avoid long/massive spa packages with kids.
Book a dinner with Apsara performance at a hotel or performance hall (shows usually ~7–9pm) and request vegetarian menu — a cultural highlight for kids.
Option A: Banteay Srei temple (~1.5hr drive) with exquisite pink sandstone carvings; Option B: Kulen National Park waterfall and reclining Buddha (if family ok with some walking). Both provide countryside scenery and culture.
Book a New Year's dinner at the hotel with a dedicated vegetarian egg-free menu — many hotels offer gala dinners; confirm veg-only option before booking.
Short evening walk around Hoan Kiem Lake and Old Quarter, observing street life and trying vegetarian local snacks (pho chay — vegetarian pho, banh mi chay).
Outdoor/brief indoor visit to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (check opening hours; usually closed Mon and Fri mornings) and nearby pagoda for modern history and monuments.
Visit the Temple of Literature (education shrine) then catch the Water Puppet Theatre show (typical shows at 3pm, 4pm or 5pm; book ahead) — cultural highlight for kids.
Drive to Ninh Binh (Trang An or Tam Coc area) for limestone karst scenery and easy countryside walks; choose land-based activities rather than long boat trips if you wish to avoid water-heavy days.
Choose a family-friendly celebration that offers vegetarian menu and comfortable seating for kids; public fireworks/crowds can be busy in central Hanoi.
Visit ancient capital ruins of Ayutthaya for a cultural day trip; choose land tours (temples/walks) rather than river cruises if you wish to avoid water time.
If you want northern culture/elephant conservation parks (non-riding) choose Chiang Mai; otherwise spend a relaxed day in Bangkok visiting parks/museums. Chiang Mai requires a domestic flight and family-suite booking.
Enjoy a low-key or hotel-organized New Year event that has a guaranteed vegetarian menu and comfortable seating for kids; public fireworks can be crowded if you prefer quieter celebrations.
Sentosa offers family attractions onshore like S.E.A Aquarium (if you prefer to avoid aquariums or water-heavy attractions skip this) and seaside promenades; pick land attractions like Trick Eye Museum or Madame Tussauds.
Pick a reputable hotel gala or family restaurant that provides vegetarian, egg-free menu; public fireworks in Marina Bay can be crowded and are less child-friendly.
Drive to Kuang Si (1h) for nature trails and waterfalls — you can enjoy viewpoints and shaded picnic spots without long swims if you wish to avoid water activities.
If you wish to observe the monks' morning alms, do so respectfully from a distance — this is a cultural practice and not interactive for tourists; otherwise enjoy breakfast and leisure.
Penang offers street art, heritage George Town and excellent vegetarian options for foodies; KL offers day trips to Putrajaya or Sunway Lagoon (skip watery rides if you prefer).