Vietnam & Thailand Grand Holiday – 18 Days Premium Private Tour Led By Women
18-Day Premium Private Journey Through Vietnam & Thailand
Experience the best of Vietnam and Thailand on an 18-Day Vietnam Thailand Grand Holiday Premium Private Tour Led By Women, combining historic capitals, ancient temples, dramatic landscapes, vibrant cities, traditional communities and exceptional regional cuisine. This private journey takes you from Hanoi and Ninh Binh to Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City before continuing to Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai. Designed for travelers who want a deeper Southeast Asian experience, the itinerary combines iconic landmarks with local markets, countryside experiences and cultural encounters while maintaining a comfortable private pace.
Day 1 – Hanoi | Arrival & Hoan Kiem Lake
Arrive in Hanoi and meet your private female guide for a comfortable transfer to your hotel in the Old Quarter. After check-in, relax before beginning a gentle introduction to the capital around Hoan Kiem Lake. Visit Ngoc Son Temple and explore the historic streets surrounding the lake. Continue into the Old Quarter to discover traditional shops, family businesses, cafés and street food stalls. Enjoy a welcome dinner featuring Northern Vietnamese specialties. Spend the evening experiencing Hanoi’s lively atmosphere before returning to your hotel.
Day 2 – Hanoi | History, Culture & Old Quarter
Begin your Hanoi exploration at the Ho Chi Minh Complex and One Pillar Pagoda before continuing to the Temple of Literature. Discover the courtyards and stone stelae associated with Vietnam’s centuries-old educational traditions. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before visiting Dong Xuan Market and the surrounding Old Quarter. Continue through the French Quarter and see how colonial architecture blends with modern Hanoi. Stop for Vietnamese coffee before dinner. Enjoy a relaxed evening exploring the capital at your own pace.
Day 3 – Hanoi → Ninh Binh → Hanoi | Hoa Lu & Trang An
Travel south through the Red River Delta to Ninh Binh. Begin at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and explore the historic temples dedicated to the Dinh and Le dynasties. Continue to Trang An and board a traditional sampan for a scenic journey through limestone mountains, caves and peaceful waterways. Enjoy lunch featuring local Ninh Binh specialties before exploring the surrounding countryside. Pass rice fields, villages and agricultural landscapes as you discover a quieter side of northern Vietnam. Return to Hanoi in the late afternoon and enjoy dinner in the Old Quarter.
Day 4 – Hanoi → Halong Bay | Premium Overnight Cruise
Depart Hanoi and travel toward Halong Bay through the Red River Delta. Arrive at the harbor and board your premium overnight cruise among the spectacular limestone islands of the Gulf of Tonkin. Enjoy lunch onboard while sailing through the bay. Depending on the cruise schedule, visit a limestone cave, kayak through calm waters or explore a scenic viewpoint. Spend the afternoon relaxing on deck and taking in the changing landscape. Enjoy dinner onboard and spend the night surrounded by Halong Bay’s remarkable scenery.
Day 5 – Halong Bay → Hanoi → Hue | Imperial Vietnam Begins
Wake early to enjoy the morning scenery before breakfast and the final cruise activities. Disembark and return toward Hanoi for your flight to Hue. Meet your private female guide after arrival and transfer to your hotel near the Perfume River. Spend the afternoon exploring the historic center of Vietnam’s former imperial capital. Walk along the river and discover the peaceful atmosphere of Hue. Enjoy dinner featuring traditional Hue specialties. Relax at your hotel before a full day of imperial heritage.
Day 6 – Hue | Imperial City & Royal Tombs
Explore the Hue Imperial City and discover the former political and ceremonial center of the Nguyen Dynasty. Walk through historic gates, courtyards and palace buildings while learning about Vietnam’s final royal era. Continue to Thien Mu Pagoda overlooking the Perfume River. Enjoy lunch featuring authentic Hue cuisine before visiting Minh Mang Tomb and another Nguyen Dynasty mausoleum. Explore the landscaped grounds and distinctive architectural details of the royal complexes. Return to Hue in the late afternoon and enjoy a relaxed dinner.
Day 7 – Hue → Hoi An | Hai Van Pass & Marble Mountains
Leave Hue and travel south over the Hai Van Pass, stopping at viewpoints overlooking the mountains and coastline. Continue to Da Nang and visit the Marble Mountains, where limestone caves, Buddhist shrines and mountain viewpoints create a unique cultural landscape. Enjoy lunch before continuing to Hoi An. Check into your hotel and begin exploring the historic Ancient Town. Visit the Japanese Covered Bridge and traditional merchant houses before dinner. Enjoy Hoi An’s lantern-lit streets and riverside atmosphere after sunset.
Day 8 – Hoi An | Ancient Town & Tra Que Village
Spend the morning discovering Hoi An’s historic trading quarter, traditional houses and artisan workshops. Continue to Tra Que Vegetable Village and meet local farmers who cultivate herbs and vegetables used in regional cuisine. Learn about traditional farming methods before enjoying lunch prepared with fresh local ingredients. Return to Hoi An and spend the afternoon exploring cafés, craft shops and quieter streets. As evening arrives, watch the lanterns illuminate the Ancient Town and Thu Bon River. Enjoy a farewell dinner featuring Hoi An specialties.
Day 9 – Hoi An → Ho Chi Minh City | Southern Vietnam
Transfer to Da Nang Airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Meet your private female guide after arrival and check into your hotel in the city center. Begin exploring the historic district with the Central Post Office and the Notre-Dame Cathedral area. Continue along Nguyen Hue Walking Street and discover the contrast between colonial buildings and modern commercial developments. Enjoy lunch featuring Southern Vietnamese cuisine. Spend the evening exploring local cafés, markets or lively neighborhoods before dinner.
Day 10 – Ho Chi Minh City → Mekong Delta → Ho Chi Minh City
Leave the city and travel toward the Mekong Delta for a full-day cultural experience. Continue to Ben Tre and board a private boat through waterways lined with coconut palms, fruit gardens and rural homes. Visit local family businesses and discover traditional coconut products and agricultural activities. Travel through smaller canals before enjoying lunch featuring Mekong Delta specialties. Continue exploring villages and countryside landscapes before returning to Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy a relaxed evening and prepare for the journey to Thailand.
Day 11 – Ho Chi Minh City → Bangkok | Thailand Begins
Fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Bangkok and meet your private female Thai guide after arrival. Transfer to your hotel and take time to settle in before exploring the area around the Chao Phraya River. Visit a riverside temple or take a relaxed walk through one of Bangkok’s historic neighborhoods. Enjoy your first Thai dinner featuring authentic Central Thai dishes. Experience the capital’s evening energy through its illuminated streets and riverfront. Return to your hotel for a comfortable night’s rest.
Day 12 – Bangkok | Grand Palace, Wat Pho & Wat Arun
Begin your Bangkok sightseeing at the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew, home to some of Thailand’s most important royal and religious architecture. Continue to Wat Pho and see the impressive Reclining Buddha. Cross the Chao Phraya River to Wat Arun and explore its distinctive riverside towers. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant specializing in Thai cuisine. Spend the afternoon exploring nearby historic neighborhoods, markets or canals according to your interests. Enjoy dinner and a relaxed evening in Bangkok.
Day 13 – Bangkok → Ayutthaya → Bangkok | Ancient Siam
Travel to Ayutthaya, the former capital of the Kingdom of Siam. Explore Wat Mahathat and its famous Buddha head surrounded by tree roots before continuing to Wat Phra Si Sanphet. Visit Wat Chaiwatthanaram and learn about Ayutthaya’s role as a major royal and international trading center. Enjoy lunch featuring Central Thai specialties. Continue exploring selected historic sites before returning to Bangkok. Spend the evening at leisure or enjoy a private Thai dinner.
Day 14 – Bangkok → Chiang Mai | Lanna Heritage
Fly from Bangkok to Chiang Mai and meet your private female guide after arrival. Transfer to your hotel in the Old City before exploring its historic center. Visit Wat Chedi Luang and Wat Phra Singh to discover the religious traditions of the former Lanna Kingdom. Walk through surrounding streets filled with temples, craft shops, cafés and local businesses. Enjoy lunch featuring Northern Thai cuisine. Spend the evening at the Chiang Mai Night Bazaar or enjoy a traditional Khantoke-style dinner.
Day 15 – Chiang Mai | Doi Suthep & Northern Culture
Travel into the mountains to visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, one of Northern Thailand’s most important temples. Explore the golden chedi and enjoy panoramic views over Chiang Mai. Continue to Wat Umong, a peaceful forest temple known for its tunnels and natural setting. Enjoy lunch featuring Northern Thai specialties before visiting a local craft or community area. Spend the afternoon exploring Chiang Mai’s quieter neighborhoods or relaxing at your hotel. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 16 – Chiang Mai → Chiang Rai | White Temple & Blue Temple
Leave Chiang Mai and travel north through mountain scenery and rural communities toward Chiang Rai. Visit Wat Rong Khun, the White Temple, and discover its remarkable contemporary Buddhist architecture. Continue to Wat Rong Suea Ten, the Blue Temple, known for its striking colors and elaborate details. Enjoy lunch before exploring another local cultural site or market. Check into your Chiang Rai hotel and relax after the journey. Enjoy dinner featuring Northern Thai cuisine and regional ingredients.
Day 17 – Chiang Rai | Mountain Culture & Local Life
Spend the day exploring Chiang Rai and its surrounding countryside. Visit local communities and discover the agricultural landscapes that characterize Northern Thailand. Explore a local market where farmers and small businesses sell fresh produce, herbs, textiles and regional products. Enjoy lunch featuring Northern Thai specialties before visiting another cultural or scenic location. Spend the afternoon at a relaxed pace, allowing time for photography, local interaction or a traditional coffee stop. Enjoy a farewell dinner celebrating your journey through Vietnam and Thailand.
Day 18 – Chiang Rai | Final Morning & Departure
Enjoy breakfast and a relaxed final morning in Chiang Rai. Depending on your flight schedule, take a final walk through the city, visit a local market or enjoy coffee at a neighborhood café. Your private female tour team will arrange the airport transfer according to your departure time. Reflect on the remarkable contrast between Vietnam’s imperial cities, coastal landscapes and Mekong waterways and Thailand’s royal heritage, ancient capitals and northern mountains. Your 18-Day Vietnam Thailand Grand Holiday Premium Private Tour Led By Women concludes in Chiang Rai.
Hanoi – Vietnam’s Historic Capital
Hanoi introduces the journey with a combination of ancient temples, French colonial architecture, traditional markets and vibrant street life. Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple, the Temple of Literature and the Old Quarter reveal different layers of the capital’s history and culture.
Ninh Binh – Ancient Kingdoms & Limestone Scenery
Ninh Binh brings together Vietnam’s early dynastic history and spectacular natural scenery. Hoa Lu provides a connection to the Dinh and Le dynasties, while Trang An offers a peaceful boat journey through caves, rivers, rice fields and towering limestone formations.
Halong Bay – Overnight Among Karst Islands
Halong Bay provides one of the journey’s great natural highlights. A premium overnight cruise allows travelers to experience the limestone islands from the water while enjoying caves, kayaking, scenic viewpoints and peaceful moments on deck.
Hue – Imperial Vietnam
Hue reveals the legacy of the Nguyen Dynasty through the Imperial City, Thien Mu Pagoda and royal tombs. Its refined cuisine and quiet Perfume River setting provide a strong contrast to the energetic atmosphere of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
Hoi An – Historic Trading Town
Hoi An preserves the character of a centuries-old international trading port. Historic merchant houses, the Japanese Covered Bridge, artisan workshops and lantern-lit streets create an atmosphere unlike anywhere else on the itinerary.
Ho Chi Minh City – Southern Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City adds energy, modernity and Southern Vietnamese culture to the journey. Historic landmarks, museums, markets, colonial architecture and contemporary neighborhoods reveal the city’s transformation into a major Southeast Asian metropolis.
Mekong Delta – Rivers & Rural Communities
The Mekong Delta offers an intimate look at Southern Vietnamese life through Ben Tre’s coconut waterways, fruit gardens, family businesses and rural communities. Traveling by boat through narrow canals provides a completely different perspective on Vietnam.
Bangkok – Thailand’s Royal Capital
Bangkok introduces Thailand through the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Pho and Wat Arun. The Chao Phraya River, historic neighborhoods and vibrant food scene add another layer to the capital’s royal and cultural heritage.
Ayutthaya – Ancient Siam
Ayutthaya provides a journey into Thailand’s royal past. The ruins of Wat Mahathat, Wat Phra Si Sanphet and Wat Chaiwatthanaram illustrate the former grandeur of Siam and the city’s importance as a regional trading center.
Chiang Mai – Lanna Culture
Chiang Mai brings the journey into Northern Thailand with historic temples, mountain landscapes and regional cuisine. Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra Singh and Doi Suthep provide important connections to the former Lanna Kingdom.
Chiang Rai – Northern Thailand’s Cultural Landscape
Chiang Rai offers a different perspective on the north through contemporary temple architecture, mountain scenery and rural communities. The White Temple and Blue Temple provide two of the region’s most distinctive cultural landmarks.
Vietnam & Thailand – Two Distinct Cultures
Vietnam and Thailand offer contrasting but complementary travel experiences. Vietnam contributes imperial history, coastal landscapes, traditional villages and Mekong culture, while Thailand adds royal heritage, Buddhist temples, ancient Siamese cities and the distinctive traditions of the north.
Vietnamese & Thai Cuisine
Cuisine is woven throughout the entire journey. Vietnam introduces regional flavors from Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta, while Thailand adds Central and Northern specialties. Local restaurants, markets and food experiences provide opportunities to understand each destination through its culinary traditions.
Private Travel Led By Women
The journey is designed for travelers seeking privacy, flexibility and personalized local support. Women-led guides provide cultural knowledge and practical assistance while private transportation allows the itinerary to move at a comfortable pace. The experience can be adapted around individual interests, photography opportunities and preferred sightseeing rhythms.
18 Days Across Vietnam & Thailand
The 18-Day Vietnam Thailand Grand Holiday Premium Private Tour Led By Women creates a comprehensive journey through two of Southeast Asia’s most fascinating countries. Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta showcase Vietnam’s cultural and geographic diversity before Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai introduce Thailand’s royal and northern heritage.
Vietnam Women Travel – Premium Private Tours Led By Women
Vietnam Women Travel – Premium Private Tours Led By Women creates personalized private journeys throughout Southeast Asia for travelers seeking local expertise, thoughtful service and authentic cultural experiences.
The 18-Day Vietnam Thailand Grand Holiday Premium Private Tour Led By Women combines Vietnam’s historic capitals, imperial heritage, limestone landscapes, ancient trading towns and Mekong waterways with Thailand’s royal landmarks, ancient Siamese capital and Northern Thai culture. With private travel and women-led local expertise, the journey provides a comfortable and immersive way to experience two of Southeast Asia’s most distinctive countries.
