Many travellers who come this far want to see more than one country. Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos fit together naturally: short flights link Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City with Luang Prabang and Siem Reap, and each country brings something different, from Halong Bay and Hoi An to the temples of Angkor and the calm of Luang Prabang. These three itineraries are our most requested.
The three itineraries
| Like a Local, 14 days | Indochina Highlights, 14 days | Indochina Revealed, 20 days | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tour page | See the itinerary | See the itinerary | See the itinerary |
| Starts / ends | Siem Reap / Luang Prabang | Ho Chi Minh City / Siem Reap | Hanoi / Phnom Penh |
| Cambodia | 3 nights: Angkor, Banteay Srei, Tonle Sap boat ride | 3 nights: sunrise at Angkor Wat, Beng Mealea | Siem Reap and Phnom Penh |
| Vietnam | Saigon, Mekong Delta, Hoi An, My Son, Hanoi, Halong Bay cruise | Saigon, Cu Chi, Mekong Delta, Hoi An, Hanoi, Halong Bay cruise | Hanoi, Halong Bay cruise, Hoi An, Hue, Saigon, Mekong Delta, Cu Chi and Cao Dai |
| Laos | Luang Prabang, Kuang Si waterfall, alms giving | Luang Prabang, Mekong boat trip, alms giving | Vientiane, Buddha Park, Luang Prabang, Pak Ou caves, alms giving |
| From, per person | US$1,960 | US$2,408 | US$3,400 |
Prices are the current “from” prices on each tour page; they depend on dates, hotel category and group size. Each tour page lists the flights included.
Like a Local: Angkor first, Luang Prabang last
This route begins with three nights in Siem Reap, a full day among Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom and Ta Prohm, a second day at the finely carved Banteay Srei and Pre Rup, and a private boat ride on the Tonle Sap lake before flying to Saigon. In Vietnam you see Ho Chi Minh City, the Mekong Delta, Hoi An and My Son, then Hanoi and a night on Halong Bay. The trip ends gently in Luang Prabang with the Royal Palace Museum, Kuang Si waterfall and, on the last morning, the alms-giving procession.
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"From" prices published on our Vietnam tour cost guide: per person per day, 2 travellers sharing, private guide & driver, hotels, listed activities. International flights, e-visa, insurance and tips not included. Final price is confirmed in your written quote.
Indochina Highlights: south to north, ending at Angkor
This version starts in Ho Chi Minh City with Cu Chi and the Mekong Delta, flies to Da Nang for Hoi An, continues to Hanoi and a Halong Bay cruise, then flies to Luang Prabang for a boat trip on the Mekong and the alms giving. It finishes with three nights in Siem Reap, including sunrise over Angkor Wat and the jungle temple of Beng Mealea. It is a good choice if you want the trip to build to a climax.
Indochina Revealed: twenty days at a steadier pace
With six extra days, this itinerary adds Hue and its Perfume River, a fishing trip in Hoi An, Cu Chi and the Cao Dai temple, and in Laos both Vientiane, with its Buddha Park, and Luang Prabang, with the Pak Ou caves. It ends in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh, where you visit the National Museum, the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda. It is our recommendation for retired travellers or anyone who dislikes moving every day.
What travelling across three countries feels like
On all three routes, a guide and driver meet you at each airport and stay with you through each region, so the border crossings are the only moments you are on your own. Flights between the countries are short, but they still take most of half a day once you include transfers and check-in, which is why we never schedule heavy sightseeing on travel days. The change of pace between countries is part of the pleasure: Vietnam is busy and varied, Cambodia’s days revolve around the temples and the heat, and Luang Prabang slows everything down. Many guests tell us that the last two or three days in Laos are what they remember most.
The three itineraries can be adjusted. Common changes include adding a night in Hoi An, swapping the Halong Bay cruise for a quieter route in Lan Ha Bay, or adding Phnom Penh to a fourteen-day trip. If you want to move more slowly, we can also turn a fourteen-day route into sixteen or seventeen days rather than squeezing more in.
How to choose
- Fixed budget, two weeks: Like a Local.
- Want Angkor at sunrise as the finale: Indochina Highlights.
- Three weeks available: Indochina Revealed.
- Only two countries: see Vietnam and Cambodia in 14 days.
Practical points for multi-country trips
- Visas: you need entry permission for each country. Rules differ by nationality and change from time to time, so check them before booking flights; for Vietnam see our e-visa guide.
- Season: November to March is the most comfortable period for all three countries; April and May are hot, especially at Angkor.
- Luggage: regional flights may have lower baggage allowances, so pack light.
- Money: US dollars are widely used in Cambodia alongside the riel; in Vietnam and Laos you will mostly pay in local currency. See money in Vietnam.
All three are private tours with a guide and driver in each country. A 30% deposit confirms the booking and the balance is due 45 days before departure; see how to book with us.
Frequently asked questions
How many days do I need for Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos?
Fourteen days covers the highlights of all three with flights between them. Twenty days lets you add Hue, Vientiane and Phnom Penh at a steadier pace.
How much does a Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos tour cost?
Our private multi-country itineraries start from US$1,960 per person for 14 days, US$2,408 for the 14-day Indochina Highlights and US$3,400 for 20 days, depending on dates, hotels and group size.
Which order is best for Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos?
It depends on your international flights. Starting in Siem Reap and ending in Luang Prabang gives a gentle finish; ending at Angkor gives the trip a climax.
Do I need separate visas for each country?
Yes, you need entry permission for each country. Check the current rules for your nationality before booking flights.
When is the best time to visit Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos together?
November to March is the most comfortable period across the three countries. April and May are very hot, especially at Angkor.
