Highlights of Southeast Asia with Singapore

Highlights of Southeast Asia with Singapore

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Highlights of Southeast Asia with Singapore

20 Days Starting in Singapore and ending in Bangkok, Thailand

Visiting: Singapore, Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An, Siem Reap, Luang Prabang, Chiang Mai, Bangkok

Tour operator:

Cosmos

Tour code:

2747-2025

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English
From: $6392 $6016 Operator discount: -$376

NB: Prices correct on 23-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Southeast Asia with our "Highlights of Southeast Asia with Singapore" tour. Begin your adventure in the vibrant city of Singapore, exploring its iconic Gardens by the Bay and Marina Bay Sands Skypark. Travel through Vietnam, visiting Hanoi's historic sites, cruising Ha Long Bay, and discovering the charm of Hoi An. Experience the awe-inspiring temples of Angkor in Cambodia, including Angkor Wat and Bayon Temple. In Laos, enjoy the serene beauty of Luang Prabang and the stunning Kuang Si Waterfalls. Conclude your trip in Thailand, with visits to Chiang Mai's Elephant Nature Park and Bangkok's Grand Palace. This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural landmarks, natural wonders, and local experiences across five captivating countries.

Highlights

  • Visit to Gardens by the Bay in Singapore

  • Exploration of Hanoi's Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake

  • Cruise through Ha Long Bay and visit to Sung Sot Cave

  • Walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town and cruise on the Thu Bon River

  • Visit to Angkor Wat and Bayon Temple in Siem Reap

  • Sightseeing in Luang Prabang including Mount Phousi and Kuang Si Waterfalls

  • Excursion to Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai

  • Sightseeing in Bangkok including the Grand Palace and Temple of the Emerald Buddha

Places You'll See

Ibis Singapore On Bencoolen

Silk Path Hotel

Citadines Marina Halong

Little Residence

Lotus Blanc Resort

Le Bel Air Boutique Hotel

Moevenpick Suriwongse Hotel Chiang Mai

Hilton Garden Inn Bangkok Silom

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In Singapore

Location: Singapore

Accommodation Name: Ibis Singapore on Bencoolen

Welcome to Singapore! Your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.

Day 2: Singapore

Location: Singapore

Accommodation Name: Ibis Singapore on Bencoolen

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Sightseeing with your Local Guide introduces you to Singapore’s highlights. Start with a visit to the Gardens by the Bay, a showpiece of horticulture and garden artistry. The gardens house flora from five continents and award-winning architecture design as well. Walk through the vibrant Chinatown district with its colorful temples, European influenced buildings, and local shops. Your tour ends at Marina Bay, where you will ascend to the Sands Skypark’s gravity-defying rooftop for stunning views over the city. Please note: You will meet your Tour Director on day 4 in Hanoi.

Day 3: Singapore

Location: Singapore

Accommodation Name: Ibis Singapore on Bencoolen

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy a full day at your leisure.

Day 4: Singapore-Hanoi,Vietnam

Location: Hanoi

Accommodation Name: Silk Path Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today, fly to Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam and one of southeast Asia’s most engaging cities.

Day 5: Hanoi

Location: Hanoi

Accommodation Name: Silk Path Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Today’s included sightseeing tour takes you to many of the city’s highlights, including the Temple of Literature, a peaceful series of walled courtyards and gateways, and One Pillar Pagoda, designed to resemble a lotus blossom. You will also see Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house, Hoan Kiem Lake, and the fascinating network of alleyways and shop houses that make up the Old Quarter. Enjoy lunch at Koto, a non-profit restaurant and hospitality program created to teach local children restaurant skills for stable employment opportunities. No strings attached, but we recommend this evening’s optional performance of Hanoi’s famed water puppets.

Day 6: Hanoi,Ha Long Bay

Location: Ha Long Bay

Accommodation Name: Ha Long Plaza Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Drive to Ha Long Bay, one of Vietnam’s most scenic destinations, and board your afternoon cruise through the stunning bay. Enjoy lunch on board as you sail through the dramatic limestone islands, then explore the Sung Sot (Surprising Cave) and visit Titov Island.

Day 7: Ha Long Bay,Hoi An

Location: Hoi An

Accommodation Name: Little Residence

Meals Included: Breakfast

Drive to Hanoi and board a flight to Danang on Vietnam’s central coast. On arrival, transfer to nearby Hoi An, Vietnam’s active trading center. The well-preserved architecture here reflects the influence of Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, French, and British traders.

Day 8: Hoi An

Location: Hoi An

Accommodation Name: Little Residence

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Start today with a walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town including an old merchant house, the Hoi An Museum, a Chinese assembly Hall, and the Japanese Covered Bridge. For lunch, sample Cao Lao noodles, Hoi An’s most famous dish. The smoked, chewy noodles have a distinctive taste and are unique to Hoi An. Afterwards, take a cruise on the Thu Bon River, passing unspoiled countryside before visiting with a local farmer to learn about life on the river. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.

Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City,Siem Reap,Cambodia

Location: Siem Reap

Accommodation Name: Lotus Blanc Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today, fly to Siem Reap, which will act as your base during your visit to Angkor, considered by many to be the most spectacular architectural ruins on Earth!

Day 10: Siem Reap

Location: Siem Reap

Accommodation Name: Lotus Blanc Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Today, visit nearby Angkor, the ancient Khmer capital. Start your exploration at the best preserved and most famous of all the temples, Angkor Wat, dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. Featuring five trademark towers and stunning bas-reliefs, it has become a symbol of Cambodia. Next stop is Angkor Thom to see the Bayon Temple. One of the few Buddhist temples in Angkor, it features more than 200 striking faces carved in 54 towers and impressive bas-reliefs. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 11: Siem Reap

Location: Siem Reap

Accommodation Name: Lotus Blanc Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning, visit Banteay Srei, a unique temple dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva built on a small scale from red sandstone, which can be carved like wood. Unlike the other temples, Ta Prohm has been left relatively untouched and is surrounded by jungle, with tree roots growing over and through the ruin walls. Experience the temple with the same wonder as the early explorers who discovered it. Visit a local school to interact with the children and help them practice their English. This afternoon and evening are at your leisure. Ever wanted to run off and join the circus? Here’s your chance with an optional performance of Phare Cambodian circus.

Day 12: Siem Reap-Luang Prabang,Laos

Location: Luang Prabang

Accommodation Name: Le Bel Air Boutique Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Fly to beautiful Luang Prabang.

Day 13: Luang Prabang

Location: Luang Prabang

Accommodation Name: Le Bel Air Boutique Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Today, enjoy a full day of sightseeing in this UNESCO World Heritage city. Begin your morning by ascending Mount Phousi for beautiful views over the city and Mekong River. Visit Wat Xieng Thong, often thought to be the most beautiful wat, or monastery, in the city. Journey through scenic Laotian countryside to Kuang Si Waterfalls, where the water cascades into a series of turquoise pools. Return to your hotel where your evening is at leisure.

Day 14: Luang Prabang

Location: Luang Prabang

Accommodation Name: Le Bel Air Boutique Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Visit Pak Ou Cave, home to many thousands of Buddha images that have been placed by local residents since the 16th century. Cruise the Mekong through stunning mountainous scenery and float past traditional villages lining the riverbanks. A small fishing village welcomes you with a special Baci ceremony, aiming to bring you good luck.

Day 15: Luang Prabang,Chiang Mai,Thailand

Location: Chiang Mai

Accommodation Name: Moevenpick Suriwongse Hotel Chiang Mai

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today, fly to the Thai mountain town of Chiang Mai, the “Rose of the North.”

Day 16: Chiang Mai

Location: Chiang Mai

Accommodation Name: Moevenpick Suriwongse Hotel Chiang Mai

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning, visit the revered Buddha statue at Wat Phra Singh and Wat Doi Suthep, a temple tucked away in the mountains. For the final ascent to the temple, you can take a tram car or walk up the Naga (dragon-headed serpent) staircase, with more than 300 steps. The afternoon is free for you to enjoy this dynamic city. Things get spicy with mouth-watering northern Thailand dishes at an optional Kantoke dinner and performance by local hill tribe dancers.

Day 17: Chiang Mai,Elephant Sanctuary Excursion

Location: Chiang Mai

Accommodation Name: Moevenpick Suriwongse Hotel Chiang Mai

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

This morning, travel out of the city to visit Elephant Nature Park, established in the 1990’s to provide a sanctuary for rescued and orphaned elephants. You will hear the personal stories of the elephants and see how they became a proud herd and free from abuse for the first time in their lives. Watch these majestic animals thrive in the natural surroundings within the rehabilitation center. In addition to elephants, tree planting and providing a safe home for other rescue animals are continuous projects at the park.

Day 18: Chiang Mai-Bangkok

Location: Bangkok

Accommodation Name: Hilton Garden Inn Bangkok Silom

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today, fly to Bangkok, Thailand’s capital city.

Day 19: Bangkok

Location: Bangkok

Accommodation Name: Hilton Garden Inn Bangkok Silom

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

An exciting full day of sightseeing is ahead. Take in the city’s principal landmarks such as the splendid Temple of the Golden Buddha and the spectacular Temple of the Reclining Buddha, the oldest and largest Buddhist temple in Bangkok. You will also visit the gleaming Grand Palace, Thailand’s most sacred monument, and the spectacular Temple of the Emerald Buddha. After lunch at a local restaurant, cruise along the Chao Phraya River by long tail boat. The city’s network of canals (“klongs”) evokes Bangkok as the “Venice of the East.” Stop at the Temple of Dawn on the return journey.

Day 20: Bangkok

Location: Bangkok

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your tour ends with breakfast this morning.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation in various hotels including Ibis Singapore on Bencoolen, Silk Path Hotel in Hanoi, Ha Long Plaza Hotel in Ha Long Bay, Little Residence in Hoi An, Lotus Blanc Resort in Siem Reap, Le Bel Air Boutique Hotel in Luang Prabang, Moevenpick Suriwongse Hotel in Chiang Mai, and Hilton Garden Inn Bangkok Silom.

  • Meals

    Daily breakfast (B) and several lunches (L) are included throughout the tour.

  • Sightseeing Tours

    Guided sightseeing tours in Singapore, Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An, Siem Reap, Luang Prabang, Chiang Mai, and Bangkok.

  • Transportation

    Flights between Singapore, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Siem Reap, Luang Prabang, Chiang Mai, and Bangkok are included.

  • Cruises

    Cruises on Ha Long Bay and the Mekong River are included.

  • Entrance Fees

    Entrance fees to various attractions and UNESCO World Heritage sites are included.

What's Not Included

  • Optional Activities

    Optional activities such as the water puppet performance in Hanoi and the Phare Cambodian circus in Siem Reap are not included.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.

  • Gratuities

    Gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.

  • Visas

    Visa fees for entry into Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam are not included.

Notes

Ascent of Mount Phousi (approximately 350 steps) may prove challenging for those with physical limitations.`

UNESCO Sites

Angkor Thom|Angkor Wat|Banteay Srei|Bayon Temple|Ha Long Bay|Hoi An Ancient Town|Ta Prohm|Town of Luang Prabang

Accommodation

Singapore:Ibis Singapore on Bencoolen
Hanoi:Silk Path Hotel
Hoi An:Little Residence
Siem Reap:Lotus Blanc Resort
Luang Prabang:Le Bel Air Boutique Hotel
Chiang Mai:Moevenpick Suriwongse Hotel Chiang Mai
Bangkok:Hilton Garden Inn Bangkok Silom

Meals

19 Breakfasts, 9 Lunches

Check out our Q&As

  • What can I expect to see during the sightseeing tour in Singapore?

    During the sightseeing tour in Singapore, you will visit the Gardens by the Bay, walk through the vibrant Chinatown district, and end the tour at Marina Bay where you will ascend to the Sands Skypark’s rooftop for stunning views over the city.

  • What activities are planned for the day in Ha Long Bay?

    In Ha Long Bay, you will board an afternoon cruise through the stunning bay, enjoy lunch on board, explore the Sung Sot (Surprising Cave), and visit Titov Island.

  • What unique experience is offered in Hoi An?

    In Hoi An, you will take a walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town, sample Cao Lao noodles for lunch, take a cruise on the Thu Bon River, and visit a local farmer to learn about life on the river.

  • What is special about the visit to Angkor in Siem Reap?

    In Siem Reap, you will visit Angkor Wat, dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu, and Angkor Thom to see the Bayon Temple with its striking faces and impressive bas-reliefs.

  • What can I expect during the visit to the Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai?

    At the Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai, you will hear the personal stories of the rescued and orphaned elephants, see them thrive in their natural surroundings, and learn about ongoing projects like tree planting and providing a safe home for other rescue animals.

  • What are the highlights of the sightseeing tour in Bangkok?

    In Bangkok, you will visit the Temple of the Golden Buddha, the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, the Grand Palace, and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. After lunch, you will cruise along the Chao Phraya River by long tail boat and stop at the Temple of Dawn.

  • What is the significance of the Baci ceremony in Luang Prabang?

    The Baci ceremony in Luang Prabang is a special event aiming to bring you good luck. It is performed by a small fishing village as part of your visit to Pak Ou Cave and the Mekong River cruise.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1961

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Cosmos is committed to minimizing our impact on the environment and to reducing dependence on non-renewable resources. In this endeavor, we have implemented policies to support this mission and are working carefully to enhance our products with this mission and our values combined. We are committed to complying with all relevant legislation and/or regulations.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    All guests are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for travel through February, 2023. Beginning March 1, 2023, while we highly recommend vaccination, we will no longer require it. We ask all guests to comply with airline and destination requirements, which still may apply. To check your destination requirements for your travel dates, view the Latest Travel & Health Restrictions for Travel.

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