What do the notes by each location in the itinerary mean? (1B, 1L) etc

The abbreviations 1B and 1L refer to one breakfast and one lunch, respectively, and indicate whether those meals are included at each of the hotels.

Does this tour include seeing elephants?

Due to our Animal welfare policy, we do not offer visit to Elephant Sanctuaries. You are able to organise these types of trips in your free time, but we are unable to assist with this.

What are the visa requirements for traveling on your tours?

You can view your specific visa requirements through our provided link for travel and visa information.

What meals are included in the tour package?

The cost includes select meals; however, you will have options to explore local cuisine independently at some destinations.

How can I confirm my arrival transfers?

Your arrival transfer will be confirmed once you provide us with your flight details.

What are the accommodation arrangements for solo travelers?

Solo travelers will receive their own single accommodation, except for certain nights such as overnight boat stays where accommodations are shared.

is Nat Geo running this tour in 2015? I couldn't find dates/availabilty

Yes, we are offering this trip for 2025. On the trip page, please scroll all the way down past the itinerary & reviews, and here you'll find our departures and availability (March 1, 2025 is available). Please note, at this time, National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures is experiencing an outage within our reservation system is that is not allowing new bookings to be created.

Why is there a price difference between different booking platforms?

Price discrepancies can occur due to different currencies being shown, or due to specific deals offered by the platforms.

Is travel insurance mandatory for this tour?

Yes, all travelers must have Emergency Medical Travel Insurance that covers medical expenses, emergency evacuation, and repatriation.

What type of insurance is needed?

Insurance must cover at least USD 200,000 per traveler for medical expenses, evacuation, and repatriation.

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Platinum Operator: National Geographic Expeditions with G Adventures
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 16
Ages 12+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Bangkok
Accommodation
Hotel (Pranakorn Heritage Hotel)
Included Activities
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group
Day 2
Bangkok to Chiang Mai
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Resort (Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa)
Included Activities
- Klong Riverboat Tour
- Grand Palace Visit
Landmarks
Grand Palace
Wat Phra Kaew
Day 3
Chiang Mai
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Thai dishes prepared during cooking class)
Accommodation
Resort (Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa)
Included Activities
- Cooking Class
- Doi Suthep Temple Visit
- Meet with Monks
Landmarks
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
Day 4
Chiang Mai
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Khantok-style dinner with sticky rice, hang-le curry, chili-pasted crispy pork)
Accommodation
Resort (Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa)
Included Activities
- Traditional Thai Home Dinner
Optional Activities
- Chiang Mai Cycling Tour
Day 5
Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Victoria Xiengthong Palace)
Included Activities
- Orientation with Expedition Leader
Landmarks
Luang Prabang Old Town
Day 6
Luang Prabang
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Victoria Xiengthong Palace)
Included Activities
- Royal Palace Museum Visit
- Wat Xien Thong Visit
- Pak Ou Caves Visit
Landmarks
Royal Palace Museum
Wat Xieng Thong
Pak Ou Caves
Day 7
Luang Prabang
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Meal with local Baan Ou Community)
Accommodation
Hotel (Victoria Xiengthong Palace)
Included Activities
- Meal with Local Baan Ou Community
- Kuang Si Waterfalls Excursion
Optional Activities
- Night Market Visit
Landmarks
Kuang Si Waterfall
Day 8
Luang Prabang to Hanoi
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Golden Silk Boutique Hotel)
Day 9
Hanoi to Ha Long Bay
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Seafood lunch prepared on boat), Dinner (Seafood dinner prepared on boat)
Accommodation
Hotel (Halong - Bai Tu Long Overnight Cruise), Hotel (Halong Overnight Cruise)
Included Activities
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Guided Tour
- Ha Long Bay Overnight Junk boat Cruise
Landmarks
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
Ha Long Bay
Day 10
Ha Long Bay to Hanoi
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at KymViet)
Accommodation
Hotel (Golden Silk Boutique Hotel)
Included Activities
- Kym Viet Local Enterprise Visit
- Kym Viet Craft & Lunch
- Hanoi Cyclo Tour
Optional Activities
- Hanoi Foodie Culture Tour
Landmarks
Hanoi Old Quarter
Day 11
Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Continental Saigon), Hotel (Continental Saigon Hotel)
Included Activities
- Ho Chi Minh City Cyclo Tour
Optional Activities
- Ben Thanh Market Visit
Landmarks
Ben Thanh Market
Day 12
Ho Chi Minh City
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Continental Saigon), Hotel (Continental Saigon Hotel)
Included Activities
- Cu Chi Tunnels Guided Tour
- War Remnants Museum Visit
Optional Activities
- Reunification Palace Visit
Landmarks
Cu Chi Tunnels
War Remnants Museum
Day 13
Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Sunway Hotel Phnom Penh)
Included Activities
- Phnom Penh Cyclo Tour
Optional Activities
- Foreign Correspondents' Club for sunset drinks
Landmarks
Royal Palace
French Colonial Post Office
Foreign Correspondents' Club
Day 14
Phnom Penh
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Sunway Hotel Phnom Penh)
Included Activities
- Tuol Sleng Museum (S-21 Prison) Guided Tour
- Choeung Ek (Killing Fields) Guided Tour
Landmarks
Tuol Sleng Museum
Choeung Ek
Day 15
Phnom Penh to Siem Reap
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Resort (Royal Angkor Resort)
Included Activities
- Night Market Visit
- Orientation with Expedition Leader
Landmarks
Siem Reap Night Market
Day 16
Siem Reap
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Typical Khmer lunch at New Hope Cambodia vocational training restaurant)
Accommodation
Resort (Royal Angkor Resort)
Included Activities
- Angkor Wat Guided Tour
- New Hope Vocational Training Restaurant
- Cambodian Circus Performance and Talk
Landmarks
Angkor Wat
Day 17
Siem Reap
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Resort (Royal Angkor Resort)
Included Activities
- Angkor Wat Guided Tour
Optional Activities
- Angkor National Museum Visit
- Tonle Sap Floating Village Tour
Landmarks
Angkor National Museum
Tonle Sap Lake
Day 18
Siem Reap
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Grand Palace
Wat Phra Kaew

Landmarks
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

Landmarks
Luang Prabang Old Town

Landmarks
Royal Palace Museum
Wat Xieng Thong
Pak Ou Caves

Landmarks
Kuang Si Waterfall

Landmarks
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
Ha Long Bay

Landmarks
Hanoi Old Quarter

Landmarks
Ben Thanh Market

Landmarks
Cu Chi Tunnels
War Remnants Museum

Landmarks
Royal Palace
French Colonial Post Office
Foreign Correspondents' Club

Landmarks
Tuol Sleng Museum
Choeung Ek

Landmarks
Siem Reap Night Market

Landmarks
Angkor Wat

Landmarks
Angkor National Museum
Tonle Sap Lake

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Pranakorn Heritage Hotel
Hotel
day 1
Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa
Resort
Days 2, 3, 4
Victoria Xiengthong Palace
Hotel
Days 5, 6, 7
Golden Silk Boutique Hotel
Hotel
Days 8, 10
Halong - Bai Tu Long Overnight Cruise
Hotel
day 9
Halong Overnight Cruise
Hotel
day 9
Hotel Continental Saigon
Hotel
Days 11, 12
Continental Saigon Hotel
Hotel
Days 11, 12
Sunway Hotel Phnom Penh
Hotel
Days 13, 14
Royal Angkor Resort
Resort
Days 15, 16, 17

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4.9

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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
Accommodation
4.5
Food
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James
April 28th, 2026
The tour was amazing and a great sampler of the amazing things to see and experience in South East Asia. From the...
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Robert
January 6th, 2025
Excellent tour with great itinerary, remarkably good CEO as our guide. Accommadations a little less than expected,...
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Jennifer
December 19th, 2018
I cannot say enough good things about Channy! He shared his extensive knowledge and his warm, outgoing heart with...
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Jennoxley
December 18th, 2018
Channy was an incredible guide. He had so much passion for the countries we visited, and a true concern for all his...
Channy was an incredible guide. He had so much passion for the countries we visited, and a true concern for all his “family” traveling with him. We always felt very well taken care of and loved in Channy’s care!Show more
Traveled in July 2018
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Thank you Jenn, our world deserves more you!
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Delaney
October 12th, 2018
He was the best tour guide anyone could have hoped for. Fun and professional at the same time. He made sure everyone...
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Chloe
Asked on January 31st, 2026
What do the notes by each location in the itinerary mean? (1B, 1L) etc
Tour Details
- National Geographic Expeditions with G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2026
  The abbreviations 1B and 1L refer to one breakfast and one lunch, respectively, and indicate whether those meals are included at each of the hotels.
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Simon
Asked on September 8th, 2025
Does this tour include seeing elephants?
Other
Tour Details
- National Geographic Expeditions with G AdventuresOperator•Written September 2025
  Due to our Animal welfare policy, we do not offer visit to Elephant Sanctuaries. You are able to organise these types of trips in your free time, but we are unable to assist with this.
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Tina
Asked on March 23rd, 2025
What are the visa requirements for traveling on your tours?
Visa
- National Geographic Expeditions with G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025
  You can view your specific visa requirements through our provided link for travel and visa information.
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Mustapha
Asked on March 21st, 2025
What meals are included in the tour package?
Meals
- National Geographic Expeditions with G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025
  The cost includes select meals; however, you will have options to explore local cuisine independently at some destinations.
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Claire
Asked on February 24th, 2025
How can I confirm my arrival transfers?
Flights / Transfers
- National Geographic Expeditions with G AdventuresOperator•Written February 2025
  Your arrival transfer will be confirmed once you provide us with your flight details.
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Excelance
Asked on January 30th, 2025
What are the accommodation arrangements for solo travelers?
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- National Geographic Expeditions with G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2025
  Solo travelers will receive their own single accommodation, except for certain nights such as overnight boat stays where accommodations are shared.
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Antonio
Asked on September 3rd, 2024
is Nat Geo running this tour in 2015? I couldn't find dates/availabilty
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- National Geographic Expeditions with G AdventuresOperator•Written September 2024
  Yes, we are offering this trip for 2025. On the trip page, please scroll all the way down past the itinerary & reviews, and here you'll find our departures and availability (March 1, 2025 is available). Please note, at this time, National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures is experiencing an outage within our reservation system is that is not allowing new bookings to be created.
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Ben
Asked on August 13th, 2024
Why is there a price difference between different booking platforms?
Price / Availability
- National Geographic Expeditions with G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2024
  Price discrepancies can occur due to different currencies being shown, or due to specific deals offered by the platforms.
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Andrzej
Asked on August 5th, 2024
Is travel insurance mandatory for this tour?
Travel Support
- National Geographic Expeditions with G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2024
  Yes, all travelers must have Emergency Medical Travel Insurance that covers medical expenses, emergency evacuation, and repatriation.
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Tony
Asked on May 17th, 2024
What type of insurance is needed?
Travel Support
- National Geographic Expeditions with G AdventuresOperator•Written May 2024
  Insurance must cover at least USD 200,000 per traveler for medical expenses, evacuation, and repatriation.

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- Typhoid - Recommended for Cambodia.Laos.Thailand.Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Cambodia.Laos.Thailand.Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Cambodia.Laos.Thailand.Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Cambodia.Laos.Thailand.Vietnam. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Cambodia.Laos.Thailand.Vietnam. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Cambodia.Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Cambodia.Laos.Thailand.Vietnam. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Cambodia.Laos.Thailand.Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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