With their long histories, interesting cultures, and sprawling landscape, the exciting cities of Southeast Asia offer something for everyone. Start your journey in Singapore, one of the world s great melting pots. Your guide will show you all the highlights, taking you to visit the Gardens by the Bay, a local hawker center, and Marina Bay, where you ascend to Sands Skypark to admire beautiful views of the city and its surroundings. Sightseeing tours in Vietnam feature the must-see sites, including Hanoi s One Pillar Pagoda, built in 1049, and Hoi An s Japanese Covered Bridge. A highlight of the trip is your cruise on Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with some of the world s most amazing limestone formations. You ll sail by islets, caves, beaches, and floating villages. Continue to Siem Reap to explore the rich history of the Khmer Empire. Explore the spectacular ruins of Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; Angkor Thom; iconic Bayon Temple, famed for its serene stone faces; and more. Then it s onwards to Laos for the old-world charm of beautiful Luang Prabang. Visit Wat Xieng Thong, Mount Phousi, and Kuang Si Waterfalls. Sail the Mekong by riverboat, and journey to the Pak Ou Cave, home to many thousands of Buddha images. But that s not all! Fly to Thailand, the land of smiles. In Chiang Mai, explore two famous temples, Wat Phra Singh, and Wat Doi Suthep, and consider an optional excursion to an amazing elephant sanctuary to learn about the conservation efforts of orphaned and rescued elephants. You ll then fly to Bangkok to explore Thailand s capital city. Be amazed at Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn, with its signature spire reaching 260 feet in the air. Explore the Grand Palace and Bangkok s incredible temples, including the Temple of the Reclining Buddha the oldest and largest in the city. These are just some of the many highlights on this tour through southeast Asia. From the historic sites to the stunning scenery, this tour designed for savvy, value-minded travel lovers is a vacation of a lifetime!
