This fast-paced tour offers a variety of walks in two of Southeast Asia’s most fascinating countries, with opportunities to meet friendly villagers and enjoy varied scenery and captivating cultural sites.
- Enjoy a variety of easy to moderate walks
- Take part in a Thai cooking class
- Spend time with local villagers & their families
- Spot wild elephants on an evening safari
- Visit some of Thailand & Vietnam’s most famous sites
Starting in the bustling city of Bangkok, you begin the tour with a fascinating and varied itinerary, exploring Thailand’s capital and the surrounding countryside. Trails will take you past natural waterfalls, intricate cave systems and through Karen villages, where you can enjoy friendly Thai hospitality at a homestay, and take in the beauty of the landscapes.
You will also have the chance spot some endemic wildlife in Khao Yai National Park before heading over to neighbouring Vietnam for the final part of the trip. Discover the charm of Hanoi and its vibrant atmosphere, as well as trekking from village to village in the bright and welcoming north.
Typical Itinerary
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Day 1: Depart UK
Depart the UK on an overnight flight to Bangkok.
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Day 2: Arrive Bangkok
You will be met on arrival at Bangkok airport and transferred to your accommodation.
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Day 3: Full day tour of Bangkok
Visit some of Bangkok’s most famous sites including Wat Pho Temple and the Grand Palace, as well as exploring the vibrant shopping streets and markets.
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Day 4: Journey to Kanchanaburi, nature trail trek
Transfer to Tham Than National Park via Kanchanaburi. This afternoon you will walk along a nature trail to a waterfall and have some time to take a swim.
Walking distance: 3 km
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Day 5: Cave trek & Karen Village visit
Today's walk will take you past Tham Than Lod National Park's famous cave system with its gallery forest and stream which runs through it. Walking through tropical rainforest, discover diverse species of plants including palm trees and giant bamboo.
Walking distance: 6 km
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Day 6: Relax & learn to cook at your local homestay
A relaxing day to enjoy some quality time with a local family and learn how to cook and prepare traditional Thai cuisine.
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Day 7: Journey to Ayutthaya, time to rest
Today you will be transferred to Ayutthaya and have some time to rest.
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Day 8: Explore Ayutthaya, transfer to Khao Yai
After a short visit to Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, start your journey to Khao Yai, stopping en route at Ayutthaya ruins, the former capital of the Thai Kingdom.
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Day 9: Khao Yai National Park trek
Following the 'Gibbon Route', you will walk past a mineral lick and watchtower before reaching Haew Marok waterfall. You will also have the chance to take an evening safari to see elephants in the wild.
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Day 10: Fly to Hanoi
Bidding farewell to your Thai guide, today you will fly to Vietnam where you will be met on arrival.
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Day 11: Transfer to Mai Chau, trek in Pu Luong Nature Reserve
Your journey this morning takes you through spectacular limestone mountains, stopping for some incredible photo opportunities on your way to Mai Chau. Beginning your trek at the Pu Long gateway, you will follow a mixture of dirt and gravel paths until you reach Hang village, which is home to a Thai ethnic minority.
Walking distance: 6 km
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Day 12: Full day trekking from village to village
Trekking through beautiful forest and terraces, paths will be a mixture of ups and downs with some extended sections of ascent. The climb is well worth the effort as you are rewarded with spectacular views across the valley.
Walking distance: 13 km
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Day 13: Journey to Ninh Binh via Van Long Nature Reserve
You will be transferred to La Han Bridge and then on to Van Long Nature Reserve. These beautiful wetlands have dramatic limestone cliffs and are home to the largest population of the endangered Delacour’s langur.
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Day 14: Visit Vietnam’s ancient capital, transfer to Hanoi
Spend some time in Vietnam’s ancient capital, Hoa Lu, and learn about the country’s first centralised feudal state before walking through Hanoi’s charming Old Quarter.
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Day 15: Fly back to the UK
You will be transferred to the airport in time for your return flight to the UK.
Price and Other Information
- Duration and price excluding international flights: 14 days from £2,749 per person
- Duration and price including flights from/to UK: 15 days from £3,489 per person
- Single room supplement: From £320
- Walking grade: Easy to Moderate
- Guiding: Guided Group
- Max alt: Low
- Group size: 4-12
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Route map:
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What’s included
- Hotel x 8 nights, guesthouse x 2 nights, homestay x 3 nights
- 13 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 7 dinners
- Experienced English-speaking guide
- Arrival transfer
Next Steps
| Year | Starts | Ends | Price From (Exc. Flights) | Holiday Status | Options |
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| All prices are per person. All our guided group trips have the option to be taken as a private guided itinerary. * Available: this holiday is available to book. ** Guaranteed: this holiday is available to book and is guaranteed to run. *** Fully Booked: if your preferred holiday is full we may be able to offer you a private departure or tailor a holiday to suit your requirements, please contact us for more details. | |||||
| 2024 | 22 Oct | 4 Nov | £2,749 | Available* | Book or Enquire |
| 2025 | 30 Mar | 12 Apr | £2,889 | Available* | Book or Enquire |
| 2025 | 26 Oct | 8 Nov | £2,889 | Available* | Book or Enquire |
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