46 days in Vietnam & Thailand Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Asia trip planner
Start: Vancouver, Canada
Fly
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Hanoi, Vietnam
— 5 nights
Drive
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Ha Giang, Vietnam
— 3 nights
Bus to Ha Long Bai Chay, Ferry to Halong Bay
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Halong Bay, Vietnam
— 7 nights
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Ferry to Ha Long Bai Chay, Drive to Ha Long Quang Ninh, Bus to Ninh Binh
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Ninh Binh, Vietnam
— 3 nights
Bus to Noi Bai International, Fly to Chiang Rai
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Chiang Rai, Thailand
— 4 nights
Drive
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Chiang Mai, Thailand
— 3 nights
Fly to Phuket, Bus to Patong
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Patong, Thailand
— 7 nights
Bus to Phuket, Fly to Bangkok
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Bangkok, Thailand
— 5 nights
Fly
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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
— 7 nights
Fly
End: Vancouver, Canada
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Hanoi, Vietnam — 5 nights
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Hanoi is known for historic sites, spas, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: appreciate the extensive heritage of Old Quarter, contemplate the long history of Temple of Literature & National University, contemplate the waterfront views at West Lake, and explore the world behind art at Fine Arts Museum (Bao Tang My Thuat).
For reviews, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Hanoi sightseeing planning tool.
Vancouver, Canada to Hanoi is an approximately 18-hour flight. Traveling from Vancouver to Hanoi, you'll lose 15 hours due to the time zone difference. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Ha Giang.
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For reviews, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Hanoi sightseeing planning tool.
Vancouver, Canada to Hanoi is an approximately 18-hour flight. Traveling from Vancouver to Hanoi, you'll lose 15 hours due to the time zone difference. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Ha Giang.
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Ha Giang, Vietnam — 3 nights
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On the 8th (Wed), capture your vacation like a pro with an inspiring photography tour and then wander the streets of Thon Tha Village. On the 9th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the local highlights with Walking tours and then see Off-Road Tours.
To find reviews, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, use the Ha Giang trip maker site.
Traveling by car from Hanoi to Ha Giang takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and taxi. On the 10th (Fri), you're off to Halong Bay.
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To find reviews, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, use the Ha Giang trip maker site.
Traveling by car from Hanoi to Ha Giang takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and taxi. On the 10th (Fri), you're off to Halong Bay.
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Halong Bay, Vietnam — 7 nights
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Explore Halong Bay's surroundings by going to Cat Ba (Vu Nguyen Family Massage, Monkey Island, &more). Next up on the itinerary: explore the activities along Bai Tu Long Bay, snap pictures at Pont Bai Chay, head off the coast to Hon Ga Choi Island, and explore the fascinating underground world of Sung Sot Cave.
To find traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Halong Bay online attractions planner.
Getting from Ha Giang to Halong Bay by combination of bus and ferry takes about 12.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi, train, car, and ferry. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Ninh Binh.
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To find traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Halong Bay online attractions planner.
Getting from Ha Giang to Halong Bay by combination of bus and ferry takes about 12.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi, train, car, and ferry. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Ninh Binh.
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Ninh Binh, Vietnam — 3 nights
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Ninh Binh is known for nature, sightseeing, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get a tailor-made plan with Private Tours, Head underground at Mua Caves, make a trip to Bich Dong Pagoda, and wander the streets of Tam Coc.
To find traveler tips, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Ninh Binh trip planner.
You can do a combination of ferry, car, and bus from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus. In November in Ninh Binh, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 23°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) to allow time to travel to Chiang Rai.
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To find traveler tips, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Ninh Binh trip planner.
You can do a combination of ferry, car, and bus from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus. In November in Ninh Binh, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 23°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) to allow time to travel to Chiang Rai.
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Chiang Rai, Thailand — 4 nights
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Venture out of the city with trips to Chiang Saen (House of Opium & Golden Triangle Park). There's much more to do: admire the striking features of Wat Rong Khun, make a trip to Wat Rong Seur Ten (Blue Temple), stroll through Elephant Valley Thailand, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Huay Pla Kang.
To see more things to do, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Chiang Rai trip planning site.
Do a combination of bus and flight from Ninh Binh to Chiang Rai in 10 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus, ferry, and car. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in November, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Chiang Mai.
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To see more things to do, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Chiang Rai trip planning site.
Do a combination of bus and flight from Ninh Binh to Chiang Rai in 10 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus, ferry, and car. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in November, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Chiang Mai.
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Chiang Mai, Thailand — 3 nights
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Rose of the North
Step out of Chiang Mai to go to Doi Suthep and see Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, which is approximately 36 minutes away. Spend the 26th (Sun) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's still lots to do: relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, stop by ThongPua, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Ched Yot, and admire the landmark architecture of Wat Chedi Luang Worawihan.
To see maps, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Chiang Mai day trip tool.
Traveling by car from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In November, daily temperatures in Chiang Mai can reach 37°C, while at night they dip to 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Mon) so you can travel to Patong.
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To see maps, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Chiang Mai day trip tool.
Traveling by car from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In November, daily temperatures in Chiang Mai can reach 37°C, while at night they dip to 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Mon) so you can travel to Patong.
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Patong, Thailand — 7 nights
Explore Patong's surroundings by going to Green Elephant Sanctuary Park (in Choeng Thale) and Chalong (Chaithararam Temple (Wat Chalong) & Big Buddha Phuket). There's much more to do: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, stop by Suit Master, stop by Sam Collection, and make a trip to Bangla Road.
To find out how to plan a trip to Patong, use our trip itinerary maker.
You can do a combination of flight and bus from Chiang Mai to Patong in 5.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In November, daily temperatures in Patong can reach 37°C, while at night they dip to 27°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Mon) early enough to travel to Bangkok.
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To find out how to plan a trip to Patong, use our trip itinerary maker.
You can do a combination of flight and bus from Chiang Mai to Patong in 5.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In November, daily temperatures in Patong can reach 37°C, while at night they dip to 27°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Mon) early enough to travel to Bangkok.
Side Trips
Karon, Phuket Town, Green Elephant Sanctuary Park, Pang Chang Kamala Elephant Camp, Bang Wad Reservoir and Dam
Find places to stay Nov 27 — Dec 4:
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Bangkok, Thailand — 5 nights
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City of Angels
Bangkok is known for shopping, historic sites, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: steep yourself in history at The Grand Palace, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Benchamabophit Dusitwanaram, make a trip to Wat Pho, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.
To find reviews, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Bangkok visit planner.
You can do a combination of bus and flight from Patong to Bangkok in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in December, and nighttime lows around 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sat) early enough to fly to Ho Chi Minh City.
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To find reviews, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Bangkok visit planner.
You can do a combination of bus and flight from Patong to Bangkok in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in December, and nighttime lows around 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sat) early enough to fly to Ho Chi Minh City.
Find places to stay Dec 4 — 9:
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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam — 7 nights
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Pearl of the Far East
On the 11th (Mon), spend an adventurous day with a kayaking and canoeing tour. And it doesn't end there: make a trip to Cu Chi Tunnels, get engrossed in the history at War Remnants Museum, savor the flavors at Food & Drink, and admire the landmark architecture of Chua Van Phat - Temple of Ten Thousand Buddhas.
For ratings, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, use the Ho Chi Minh City itinerary maker tool.
Getting from Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In December, daily temperatures in Ho Chi Minh City can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sat) to allow time to fly back home.
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For ratings, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, use the Ho Chi Minh City itinerary maker tool.
Getting from Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In December, daily temperatures in Ho Chi Minh City can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sat) to allow time to fly back home.
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Vietnam travel guide
While most Southeast Asian countries have at least one booming metropolis, none seem to bustle nearly throughout like Vietnam does. While busy locals zoom about on motorbikes, visitors fill their Vietnam vacations with a mix of cultural sightseeing and exploring the landscape. Big cities and towns boast colonial architecture, open-air markets, outstanding spa complexes, and modern restaurants. The country also features over 3,200 km (2,000 mi) of coastline dotted with sandy bays that attract scuba divers and kitesurfers. Away from busy urban centers, a tour of Vietnam reveals a rural landscape of lush rice paddies, jagged mountain peaks, and timeless villages unspoiled by the outside world.
Thailand travel guide
Land of Smiles
Offering a rich culinary heritage, sun-kissed beaches, exotic culture, tropical climate, and stunning landscapes, a Thailand vacation remains one of the world's greatest magnets for curious travelers. In between the busy and crowded cities, the Asian nation features a quiet countryside: a blend of lush rice paddies, flourishing tropical forests, and tiny villages living according to an age-old agricultural clock that continues to play a major role in the locals' lifestyle. A tour of Thailand reveals a deep devotion to Buddhism, exemplified by eye-catching temples lavishly decorated with golden Buddha statues, simple shrines, and lively religious festivals celebrated throughout the country.
