15-Day Honeymoon Itinerary for Vietnam, Thailand, and Cambodia

  • Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
    10 minutes from Tan Son Nhat International Airport

    Start your honeymoon with a visit to the Reunification Palace, where you can learn about Vietnam's history. From there, take a romantic stroll through Notre Dame Cathedral. End your day with a sunset dinner cruise along the Saigon River.

  • Day 2-3: Hoi An, Vietnam
    1 hour flight from Ho Chi Minh City

    Spend two days exploring the old town of Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a bike ride through rice paddies, visit My Son Sanctuary, and learn how to make traditional lanterns. Stroll along the quaint streets and indulge in the delicious street food.

  • Day 4-6: Bangkok, Thailand
    1 hour 45 minutes flight from Hoi An

    Experience the bustling city of Bangkok. Visit the must-see Grand Palace and Wat Pho. Spend a day strolling through Chatuchak Weekend Market and sampling the famous Pad Thai. End your stay with a luxurious dinner at Sirocco, the world's highest open-air restaurant.

  • Day 7-9: Chiang Mai, Thailand
    1 hour flight from Bangkok

    Get a taste of Northern Thailand's culture and scenery. Visit an Elephant Sanctuary and learn about their conservation efforts. Explore the temples and markets of the Old City. Take a day trip to Doi Inthanon National Park and take in the stunning views.

  • Day 10-12: Siem Reap, Cambodia
    1 hour 30 minutes flight from Chiang Mai

    Discover the incredible temples of Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, and Ta Prohm. Take a cooking class and learn about Cambodian cuisine. End your stay with a stunning hot air balloon ride over the temples at sunrise.

  • Day 13-15: Phnom Penh, Cambodia
    5 hours by private car from Siem Reap

    Delve into Cambodia's history by visiting the Killing Fields and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. Take a sunset cruise along the Mekong River. End your honeymoon with a romantic dinner at Topaz Restaurant.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Reunification Palace (2 hours, $2)
  • Notre Dame Cathedral (1 hour, free)
  • Saigon River Dinner Cruise (3 hours, $80)
  • My Son Sanctuary (3 hours, $10)
  • Hoi An Lantern-Making Workshop (2 hours, $20)
  • Chatuchak Weekend Market (4 hours, free)
  • Sirocco Restaurant (2 hours, $200)
  • Elephant Sanctuary (4 hours, $60)
  • Angkor Wat (4 hours, $37)
  • Cooking Class in Siem Reap (3 hours, $30)
  • Hot Air Balloon Ride in Siem Reap (1 hour, $100)
  • Killing Fields (2 hours, $6)
  • Tuol Sleng Genocide Mueseum (2 hours, $7)
  • Phnom Penh Sunset Cruise (2 hours, $30)
  • Topaz Restaurant (2 hours, $100)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $680

Transportation

Consider hiring a private car to travel between cities in Vietnam and Cambodia for convenience and comfort. Flights are recommended for trips between Hoi An and Bangkok, and Chiang Mai and Siem Reap. Expect to spend at least $500 on transportation.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a visit to the beautiful Ha Long Bay in Vietnam or relaxing on the beautiful beaches in Phuket, Thailand. If you have less time, consider cutting out Chiang Mai or Phnom Penh to allow for more time in other cities.

Airports

Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City is the largest airport in Vietnam and located about 6 miles from the city center. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) in Bangkok is located about 16 miles from the city center. Siem Reap International Airport (REP) is located about 4 miles from the city center.

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