Hanoi

1. Arrival at Hanoi International Airport. Transfer to the hotel for check-in.

Temple of Literature & National University

After breakfast, we will begin our visit to Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. It is also considered one of the few Asian cities with wooded avenues, French colonial architecture, quiet lakes and eastern temples. The tour includes a visit to the Temple of Literature, the first university in Vietnam, founded in 1070 in honor of Confucius and considered the symbol of Hanoi.

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

We continue with the route to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, visiting the outside from the Ba Dinh Square.

One Pillar Pagoda

We will continue to the Pagoda of One Pillar, built in 1049 on a single stone pillar by Emperor Ly Thai Tong, who reigned from 1028 to 1054. The pagoda was designed to resemble a lotus leaf in honor of Buddha.

Hanoi

Lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, we will have an experience with the flowers and their traditional way of decorating them. Visit a handmade florist to see how the bouquets are made, how this beautiful and traditional spiritual art of Vietnam that survived generation after generation is transmitted and preserved. Guests will learn to recognize exotic flowers as they prepare a spiritual crown.

Hoan Kiem Walking Street

Later we will reach Lake Hoan Kiem, the heart of Hanoi, where we will take a walk around the lake with panoramic views of the Ngoc Son temple, located in the middle of the lake, along with the red bridge The Huc.

Old Quarter

Finally, we will make a panoramic tour in a triciclo pousse through the Old Quarter of Hanoi, also known as the neighborhood of the 36 streets, since in its time it was known for the craftsmanship of the artisans who lived there and the workshops that lived there. Return to the hotel and accommodation in Hanoi.

Osaka Prefecture

Breakfast coffee at the hotel. Transfer to Hanoi airport for flight from Osaka Arrival at Osaka/Kansai International Airport (or Itami) on your flight. Transfer to the hotel. On arrival the rest of the day free for your personal activities. *Check-in at the Osaka hotel from 15:00. (If you want early check-in, you need to book an extra night before the tour, but availability is not guaranteed.)

Osaka Castle

After breakfast, I will meet in the lobby to begin the visit with a Portuguese-language Guide. The day begins with Osaka Castle, one of Japan’s most important historical landmarks.

Nara Park

Then we transfer to Nara, where we visit the Todaiji Temple, famous for its huge Buddha statue, and the Sacred Cervix Park, where the deer move freely.

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

After lunch at a local restaurant, we head to Kyoto, with a stop at Fushimi Inari Shrine, known for its thousands of red torii portals. After the visit, transfer to the hotel. Accommodation in Kyoto.

Nijo Castle

Breakfast at the hotel and start the tour to explore Kyoto, the former imperial capital. Visit the Nijo Castle, the residence of the Tokugawa xoguns, the Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), one of Japan’s most iconic temples, and the Heian Shrine (only the outside).

Kinkakuji Temple

Breakfast at the hotel and start the tour to explore Kyoto, the former imperial capital. Visit the Nijo Castle, the residence of the Tokugawa xoguns, the Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), one of Japan’s most iconic temples, and the Heian Shrine (only the outside).

Heian Shrine

Breakfast at the hotel and start the tour to explore Kyoto, the former imperial capital. Visit the Nijo Castle, the residence of the Tokugawa xoguns, the Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), one of Japan’s most iconic temples, and the Heian Shrine (only the outside).

Kyoto

After lunch at the local restaurant, the rest of the day is free for personal activities. Accommodation in Kyoto.

Kyoto

Breakfast at the hotel. Free day

Nagoya

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. The suitcases are shipped directly to the hotel in Tokyo, and hand luggage must be prepared for two nights in Takayama and Hakone. Transfer to Kyoto station to board the Nozomi ballast train to Nagoya.

Magome Tourist Information Center

From there, we will continue to the historic villages of Magome and Tsumago on the Nakasendo Route, where we will take walking tours and visit the old Waki Honjin hostel.

Old Yakage Waki Honjin Takakusa Family Residence

From there, we will continue to the historic villages of Magome and Tsumago on the Nakasendo Route, where we will take walking tours and visit the old Waki Honjin hostel.

Takayama

In the afternoon, transfer to Takayama, where we explore the traditional Kami-sannomachi street. Dinner included for superior and luxury categories. Accommodation in Takayama.

Shirakawago Gassho Zukuri Minkaen

After breakfast, transfer to Shirakawago, a historic village with traditional Gassho-zukuri houses, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Nagoya

After the visit, we headed to Nagoya and had lunch at a local restaurant.

Hakone-machi

We board the JR ball-train to Odawara and, upon arrival, transfer to the hotel or ryokan in Hakone. Even dinner. Accommodation in Hakone.

Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park

Breakfast at the hotel and start of the tour of Hakone National Park. We will take a mini cruise along Lake Ashi and take a cable car for a panoramic view of the area, where you can see Mount Fuji depending on the weather conditions.

Tokyo

After lunch at a local restaurant, we headed to Tokyo and visited the Tokyo Tower, one of the city’s main landmarks. Transfer to the hotel. Hosting in Tokyo.

Asakusa Higashi Hongan-ji Temple

After breakfast, departure to explore Tokyo with a Portuguese-language Guide. We visit the Asakusa Kannon Temple and the Nakamise shopping street, the Meiji Sanctuary, surrounded by an urban forest, and the sophisticated Ginza neighborhood.

Nakamise Shopping Street (Kaminarimon)

After breakfast, departure to explore Tokyo with a Portuguese-language Guide. We visit the Asakusa Kannon Temple and the Nakamise shopping street, the Meiji Sanctuary, surrounded by an urban forest, and the sophisticated Ginza neighborhood.

Meiji Shrine

After breakfast, departure to explore Tokyo with a Portuguese-language Guide. We visit the Asakusa Kannon Temple and the Nakamise shopping street, the Meiji Sanctuary, surrounded by an urban forest, and the sophisticated Ginza neighborhood.

Tokyo

Lunch will be at a local restaurant, and the afternoon is free for personal activities. Hosting in Tokyo.

Tokyo

Breakfast at the hotel. Free day

Bangkok

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to Narita International Airport or Haneda for flight to Bangkok City On arrival and transfer to the hotel for check-in

Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit)

After breakfast, we will visit three Buddhist temples in Bangkok. We will start with Wat Traimit, which is located in the busy Chinatown in Bangkok, near the Hualampong train station. In this temple, there is the largest massive gold statue in the world: an image of a golden Buddha almost 5 meters tall and weighing 5.5 tons. As the temple is on top, we will also have a panorama of Chinatown.

Wat Pho, Temple Of The Reclining Buddha

Then we go to Bangkok Wat Pho Temple also known as the Temple of the Standing Buddha, where is the giant Buddha statue lying 15 meters high and 46 meters long, all covered in gold. Wat Pho is also known for being the first college of traditional Thai medicine and massage.

The Grand Palace

We will also visit the great royal palace of Bangkok, one of the most famous and visited places in Bangkok, within a complex with many gardens and temples. Built in 1782, it was the residence of the Thai monarchy for almost 150 years, and although it is no longer the official residence of the king since 1925, it is still used for some official and religious ceremonies.

Temple of the Emerald Buddha

Next to the Palace (within the same complex), we will see Wat Phra Kaew in Thailand, or the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, one of the most important in Thailand, where there is the image of the Emerald Buddha meticulously made of a single block of jade. Free afternoon.

Mae Klong Railway Market (Hoop Rom Market)

Meet the Guide at your hotel reception and transfer up to 80 km southwest of the city to visit the famous Bangkok train market. Observe as the train approaches the market, the merchants retract their tents to allow the train to cross the middle of the market!

Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

After the visit, we will head to Damnoen Saduak’s floating market. There we will take a boat to sail through the canals until we reach the market and observe how fruit, vegetables, etc. are marketed. At the end of the tour we will return to the hotel. Free afternoon.

Golden Triangle

After breakfast, transfer to the airport to depart for Chiang Rai. Arrival in Chiang Rai with the flight at the latest at 10:00. Continue by minibus and visit the Golden Triangle, where the borders between Myanmar (formerly Burma), Laos and Thailand lie in the Mekong River. Traditional 30-minute boat tour enjoying the everyday life of the people of Laos. Lunch at a local restaurant.

House of Opium

Visit the Casa Del Opio before visiting the villages of the Akha and Yao ethnic minorities.

Union Hilltribe Villages

Visit the Casa Del Opio before visiting the villages of the Akha and Yao ethnic minorities.

Longneck Karen Village

Visit to the village of famous giraffe women.

Wat Rong Seur Ten (Blue Temple)

We will continue with a visit to Wat Rong Suea Tean Temple, also known as the Blue Temple, another unusual modern Buddhist temple that stands out for its deep blue color and elaborate statues.

Wat Rong Khun

Then we will visit the famous White Temple of Wat Rong Khun.

Chiang Mai

After the visit, we will go from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai by road (3 hours). Arrival in Chiang Mai and lunch at a local restaurant.

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

Visit to the Wat Doi Suthep temple complex, the best known of Chiang Mai, located on the top of a small hill 15 km northwest of the city.

Pon Elephant Thailand

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, we will visit some local craft factories, such as lacquer, silk fabrics and traditional paper umbrellas. You will also visit a wooden sculpture factory where you can buy Burmese antiques. Departure to the Mae Sa Valley visiting the orchid farm. Lunch at a local restaurant. Then we will go to the elephant sanctuary to learn about these animals, and perform various activities, including giving food and bathing, an unforgettable experience. Go back to the hotel.

Phuket

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Chiang Mai airport for flight to Phuket. Arrival at Phuket Airport and transfer to the hotel for check-in Hotel accommodation.

Phuket

Breakfast at the hotel Free day

Phuket

Breakfast at the hotel Transfer to Phuket airport for departure flight