Explore Vietnam and China over 20 days from Ho Chi Minh City to Kunming, combining Halong Bay and Hoi An with Sapa’s rice terraces and Tiger Leaping Gorge, plus rich cultural encounters and varied travel by train, boat and plane.
  • Cruise the Mekong Delta's waterways and visit coconut gardens in Ben Tre.
  • Walk Hoi An's historic lanes, Japanese Covered Bridge and heritage houses.
  • Explore Hue's Imperial Citadel, Thien Mu Pagoda and Tu Duc's Tomb.
  • Sail Halong Bay's emerald waters and discover vast limestone caves.
  • Hike Sapa's terraced valleys and meet Hmong villagers en route.
  • Trek Tiger Leaping Gorge beside the roaring Jinsha River.
  • Wander Lijiang Old Town's canals and traditional Naxi wooden houses.
  • Visit Ganden Sumtseling Monastery and learn to make yak butter tea.
Stay mostly in simple 2–3-star hotels with twin-share, air-conditioned or fan-cooled rooms and private facilities; hot water can be intermittent and double beds are limited. Expect shared day rooms around train travel, occasional windowless rooms, and basic family-run guesthouses in rural China where towels may not be provided.