Bachelor Party Itinerary for Thailand and Vietnam in July 2023

1. Day 1: Bangkok, Thailand
   30 minutes (19.1 km) from Suvarnabhumi Airport

   In the morning, visit the stunning Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew, followed by lunch at the famous street food mecca, Yaowarat Road. Spend the afternoon cruising the Chao Phraya River on a longtail boat and enjoy dinner with a view of the city skyline at Vertigo Rooftop Bar.

2. Day 2: Phuket, Thailand
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   1 hour 20 minutes (825 km) flight from Bangkok

   Start the morning with a relaxing spa treatment at Banyan Tree Spa, followed by a beach day at Patong Beach and lunch at one of the local seafood restaurants. Enjoy the nightlife at Bangla Road and end the day with a visit to the Simon Cabaret show.

3. Day 3: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
   2 hours 5 minutes (956 km) flight from Phuket

   Begin the day by visiting the War Remnants Museum and Reunification Palace. Have lunch at one of the local street food markets and then explore the vibrant Ben Thanh Market. Enjoy a night out at the rooftop bar, Chill Skybar, with breathtaking views of the city.

4. Day 4: Hoi An, Vietnam
   1 hour 15 minutes (600 km) flight from Ho Chi Minh City

   Start the day by visiting the ancient town of Hoi An and enjoying a Vietnamese coffee by the river. Have lunch at one of the local restaurants followed by a bike ride to An Bang Beach for some relaxation time. In the evening, attend a cooking class to learn how to make traditional Vietnamese dishes.

5. Day 5: Hanoi, Vietnam
   1 hour 55 minutes (772 km) flight from Hoi An

   Begin the day with a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Temple of Literature. Enjoy lunch at Bun Cha Huong Lien, where President Obama famously visited. Spend the afternoon exploring the Old Quarter followed by dinner and drinks at the famous Bia Hoi corner.

6. Day 6: Halong Bay, Vietnam
   2 hours 30 minutes (167 km) drive from Hanoi

   Take a scenic drive to Halong Bay and enjoy a full day cruise with lunch included. Explore the caves and enjoy kayaking in the beautiful emerald waters. In the evening, enjoy a seafood dinner on board the boat while watching the sunset over the bay.

7. Day 7: Bangkok, Thailand
   2 hours 10 minutes (1,106 km) flight from Halong Bay

   Spend the morning shopping at Chatuchak Weekend Market and enjoy lunch at one of the many food stalls. Visit Wat Arun and then take a relaxing sunset dinner cruise along the Chao Phraya River on the Manohra Cruise. End the trip with a night out at Khao San Road.

Recommendations

In Thailand, consider a day trip to Ayutthaya to see the ancient temples and ruins. In Vietnam, a day trip to the Mekong Delta is a great opportunity to experience local life and floating markets. To maximize your fun, be sure to try the local street food and drinks, and participate in activities like Muay Thai boxing classes or Vietnamese lantern making classes.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew (2 hours, 500 baht)
• Yaowarat Road street food (1 hour, 200 baht)
• Chao Phraya River cruise (2 hours, 1,500 baht)
• Vertigo Rooftop Bar (2 hours, 2,000 baht)
• Banyan Tree Spa (2 hours, 3,500 baht)
• Patong Beach (4 hours, free)
• Simon Cabaret Show (1 hour, 800 baht)
• War Remnants Museum (2 hours, 40,000 VND)
• Reunification Palace (2 hours, 30,000 VND)
• Ben Thanh Market (2 hours, 200,000 VND)
• Chill Skybar (2 hours, 1,500,000 VND)
• Hoi An Ancient Town (4 hours, 120,000 VND)
• An Bang Beach (2 hours, free)
• Cooking Class (3 hours, 1,500,000 VND)
• Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (2 hours, free)
• Temple of Literature (1 hour, 30,000 VND)
• Bun Cha Huong Lien (1.5 hours, 150,000 VND)
• Old Quarter (4 hours, free)
• Bia Hoi corner (2 hours, 150,000 VND)
• Halong Bay Cruise (8 hours, 1,800,000 VND)
• Chatuchak Weekend Market (4 hours, free)
• Wat Arun (1 hour, 100 baht)
• Manohra Cruise (3 hours, 3,000 baht)
• Khao San Road (2 hours, 1,000 baht)
• Total Estimated Costs: 13,710 baht / 5,280,000 VND

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