After landing in Hanoi, we will pick you up at the airport and take you to your boutique hotel in the heart of the Old Quarter. Meet up with your travel group and look forward to the adventures ahead.

Accommodation: Bonjour D'An Nam Hotel

We jump straight into the hustle and bustle of Hanoi by exploring the city on foot and by rickshaw. Delicious street food will keep us energised as we explore the heady energy of the capital with its rustic colonial buildings and themed shopping streets. This evening we'll go out for dinner and drinks to see what Hanoi has to offer after dark. (F)

Accommodation: Beryl Palace Hotel and Spa

From Hanoi, we head to Ha Long Bay, where we cruise through the emerald green waters surrounded by limestone mountains. We won't be able to resist the secret caves and coves, so we jump in the kayaks and explore further before preparing for the evening on our overnight boat with hot tub and bar. (F, M, A)

Accommodation: Premium boat

Today we head south to the beautiful countryside of Ninh Binh, a landscape of endless rice paddies and impressive limestone mountains. Check in to our unique and impressive homestay and relax and enjoy the sunset in our private bungalows on the banks of the river. (F, M)

Accommodation: Local homestay by the river

We set off for the rural paradise of Ninh Binh. First we take a bike tour through rice paddies, then we take rowing boats through a network of rivers and caves. The hike to the viewpoint on Dragon Mountain rewards us with a fantastic view. In the evening we board our night train. (F)

Accommodation: Night train, a great experience

The beautiful, historic Hoi An will immediately win you over when we arrive this morning. We check into our hotel. In the afternoon, you'll have time to explore the city, go shopping or simply relax and unwind.

Accommodation: Thanh Binh 2 Hotel

Local fishermen teach us the art of crab fishing today. We then take part in a practical cookery course to become masters of Vietnamese cuisine. The afternoon is yours to chill out by the pool. Or treat yourself to a great massage. This evening we will experience a cultural bamboo show! (F, M)

Accommodation: Thanh Binh 2 Hotel

This morning we will learn how to make lanterns. Then we'll hop on the bikes for a short ride to the beach and spend a relaxing day at a beach club. We'll eat and drink by the sea! (F)

Accommodation: Thanh Binh 2 Hotel

We take to the skies and head south to the vibrant Ho Chi Minh City. The rest of the day is at your disposal. We will of course help you plan the perfect day. (F)

Accommodation: Liberty Saigon Greenview Hotel

Today we explore the lush, green beauty of the Mekong Delta. We see how the locals live and work along the river, visit villages and stay overnight with a local host family. (F, M, A)

Accommodation: Local, great homestay

The Cu Chi tunnels are on the programme today. This network of underground tunnels played a decisive role in the Vietnam War. They were supply routes, hiding places and living quarters for soldiers. After our arrival in Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon, we will prepare for our farewell dinner and party in the evening. (F, M)

Accommodation: Liberty Saigon Greenview Hotel

We travel by coach from Vietnam to Cambodia, cross the border and arrive in Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, in the early afternoon. There we freshen up and go out for dinner. (F)

Accommodation: Monsoon Bassac Hotel

After a tuk-tuk tour through the crazy streets of Phnom Penh, we make two important stops at S21 Prison and the Killing Fields to learn about the dark history of this fascinating country. A difficult day, but a must to understand the journey of the Cambodian people over the past decades. In the evening we go for dinner and a drink, followed by Phnom Penh's best nightlife. (F)

Accommodation: Monsoon Bassac Hotel

Today we leave the beaten track and travel to the peaceful, rural province of Kampot. We spend the next two nights on the banks of the river and have plenty of time to swim and relax. In the afternoon, we kayak down the river and take part in the relaxed life of the locals. (F, M)

Accommodation: Salty River Guesthouse

Kampot is known for having some of the best pepper in the world! So this morning we will explore the local markets to source the ingredients for our traditional Khmer cooking class. Later, we'll learn first-hand how to prepare some of Cambodia's most authentic and delicious dishes! We then explore a pepper plantation before setting off on a breathtaking river cruise. (F, M)

Accommodation: Salty River Guesthouse

Now it's time to discover the most beautiful beaches in Cambodia! We'll travel by minibus and fast ferry to the stunning tropical island of Koh Rong and check into our traditional Khmer-style beach bungalows. In the afternoon you can laze on the beach or explore the island before we head out for dinner and drinks! (F)

Accommodation: M'phai Bei Resort

This morning, you will board a private longtail boat to the best snorkelling spots on the island. You can relax on secluded beaches or explore the colourful underwater world while swimming with tropical fish. The sunset in our beach bungalows is the perfect end to another fantastic day together in paradise. (F)

Accommodation: M'phai Bei Resort

Enjoy a relaxing morning with a traditional Khmer massage and savour the beauty of Koh Rong one last time before we take the fast ferry back to the mainland. We will have dinner in Sihanoukville and prepare for our bus journey where you will have a bed on the bus. (F)

Accommodation: Night bus with bed

You arrive in Siem Reap early in the morning. From there we take a trip to the rural areas and discover some traditional floating villages surrounded by lush rice fields, lotus flowers and flooded forests. (F)

Accommodation: Lub D Hostel

We wake up at sunrise and take a tuk tuk to the absolutely stunning and world-famous Angkor Wat, the largest temple in the world! A local guide will explain the fascinating history and the surrounding temples, including Ta Prohm, where Tomb Raider was filmed. (F)

Accommodation: Lub D Hostel

Your 21-day adventure in Cambodia ends in Siem Reap. We will help you plan and organise your onward journey. (F)