Worldwide Escorted Tours 2024-2026

Day 1: UK to Saigon Depart the UK on your overnight flight to Saigon. Day 2: Saigon D Today, begin your journey by exploring Vietnam’s largest city at leisure. A cacophony of sights and sounds, the striking contrast of ancient pagodas and imposing skyscrapers form Saigon’s dizzying backdrop. Day 3: Saigon B/L/D This morning explore the extraordinary Cu Chi Tunnels, a hand-dug underground network used by Viet Cong soldiers during the ‘American War’. The afternoon tour includes a visit to the Reunification Palace where the Vietnam War ultimately concluded, the Neo-Romanesque Notre Dame Cathedral and the fascinating War Remnants Museum that presents retired artillery pieces alongside harrowing exhibitions. Day 4: Saigon to Hoi An B/L/D After breakfast, catch a flight north to Danang. This afternoon, visit the dramatic Marble Mountains, five outcrops shrouded by jungle and decorated with towering Buddhist pagodas. Discover grottos that enshrine religious icons as you ascend the tallest mountain – Thuy Son – to marvel at spectacular views of the idyllic Non-Nuoc beach. Later this afternoon, journey to neighbouring atmospheric Hoi An. Day 5: Hoi An B/L/D Today, embark on a walking tour of Hoi An, stroll across the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge to admire its magnificent wooden pagoda roof. Explore the Sa Huynh Museum to inspect terracotta pieces sculpted by Hoi An’s first settlers and visit the Lantern Workshop to learn how the flickering beacons which illuminate the town are crafted. Day 6: Hoi An B Today is at leisure to explore or relax at the hotel. Day 7: Hoi An to Hue B/L/D Depart this morning for a scenic drive to Hue. Tour the imposing UNESCO-recognised Imperial Citadel complex, before meandering through the bustling Dong Ba Market. This evening sample authentic Vietnamese cuisine at a local restaurant. Day 8: Hue to Hanoi B/L/D This morning, embark on a traditional dragon longboat for a tranquil cruise along Perfume River. Stop at Ha Khe Hill, home to the striking tower of Thien Mu Pagoda and then continue to the imposing Tomb of Tu Duc. Later, fly to Hanoi. Journey into three unique landscapes to explore a kaleidoscope of cultural treasures within Southeast Asia’s peninsula. Voyage into Vietnam’s principal cities to experience distinctive urban gems steeped in a rich historical tapestry. Travel west to the enchanting Laos for a cruise along the magnificent Mekong River and discover Cambodia’s ancient realm of the gods, at the awe-inspiring Angkor Wat. Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia What you’ll see  Embark on city tours of Saigon, Hoi An and Hanoi  Navigate through the peppered limestone islets of Ha Long Bay with an overnight cruise  Discover the Angkor Wat temple complex  Sail along the Perfume River on a Dragon Boat ride  Explore the impressive Cu Chi tunnel network  Meander along the scenic waters of the magnificent Mekong  Take in the sights of Luang Prabang, the cultural capital of Laos  Enjoy a traditional Water Puppet Show  Tour the 19th-century Imperial Citadel of Hue THIS TOUR EXPLORE Includes an overnight cruise Luang Prabang Royal Palace 56  East Asia & Oceania Hundreds of escorted tours are available on our website www.mercuryholidays.co.uk