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Vietnam Cambodia Laos travel itinerary for October 2023

  1. Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
    30 minutes (8 miles) from Tan Son Nhat International Airport

    In the morning, visit the War Remnants Museum to learn about Vietnam's history. For the afternoon, explore the Ben Thanh Market. At night, take an hour-long walk along Nguyen Hue Street.

  2. Day 2: Siem Reap, Cambodia
    2 hours (143 miles) from Tan Son Nhat International Airport

    In the morning, visit Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world. In the afternoon, explore the Angkor Archaeological Park. At night, visit the Pub Street for Cambodian cuisine and drinks.

  3. Day 3: Phnom Penh, Cambodia
    4 hours (156 miles) from Siem Reap

    In the morning, visit the Royal Palace to explore the Khmer architecture. For the afternoon, visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum to learn about the Khmer Rouge regime. At night, take a sunset cruise along the Mekong River.

  4. Day 4: Vientiane, Laos
    2 hours 30 minutes (404 miles) from Phnom Penh International Airport

    In the morning, visit the Patuxai Monument for a panoramic view of Vientiane. For the afternoon, visit the Wat Si Saket temple to learn about the history of Laos. At night, stroll along the Mekong River promenade.

  5. Day 5: Vang Vieng, Laos
    3 hours 30 minutes (107 miles) from Vientiane

    In the morning, visit the Tham Chang Cave to explore the limestone formations. For the afternoon, go tubing or kayaking along the Nam Song River. At night, visit the local night market for Laos souvenirs.

  6. Day 6: Luang Prabang, Laos
    4 hours (155 miles) from Vang Vieng

    In the morning, visit the Kuang Si Falls for a refreshing swim. For the afternoon, visit the Wat Xieng Thong temple to learn about the Lao culture. At night, take a stroll along the Luang Prabang Night Market.

  7. Day 7: Hanoi, Vietnam
    2 hours (441 miles) from Luang Prabang International Airport

    In the morning, visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum to learn about the life of the Vietnamese leader. For the afternoon, explore the Old Quarter to see the architecture and try street food. At night, attend a water puppet show for a traditional Vietnamese experience.

Recommendations

You may want to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels in Ho Chi Minh City or the Killing Fields in Phnom Penh. You can also take a side trip to Ha Long Bay in Vietnam or the 4,000 Islands in Laos. To maximize your fun, try the local food and interact with the friendly locals. We also recommend booking your hotels and flights in advance at https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo.

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