Thailand & Vietnam07 Nights and 08 Days Itinerary — Hanoi
Package Introduction & Overview
Embark on an extraordinary 8-day journey connecting the vibrant energy of Thailand with the timeless cultural beauty and natural wonders of Vietnam. Begin with the sun-kissed beaches of Pattaya, featuring an exhilarating speedboat ride to Coral Island with an Indian buffet lunch. Marvel at Bangkok's sacred Buddhist landmarks including the 5.5-ton solid gold Buddha at Wat Traimitr and the iconic Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho. Fly to historic Hanoi, Vietnam's thousand-year-old capital, and embark on an unforgettable 2-day / 1-night luxury Halong Bay cruise among soaring limestone karsts. Explore mystical Surprise Cave (Sung Sot), conquer Titov Island for panoramic emerald bay vistas, glide through Luon Cave on a traditional bamboo boat, and enjoy onboard cooking classes, Tai Chi, and squid fishing. Conclude with a comprehensive Hanoi city tour covering the Ho Chi Minh Complex, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature, and Hoan Kiem Lake before your return flight.
Key Trip Highlights
Destination & Tour Photo Highlights
Halong Bay Luxury Mega-Yacht Cruise Sailing at Sunset
Signature Halong Traditional Junk Boat Cruise with Canvas Sails
Wat Traimitr Golden Buddha Statue & Sacred Temple Shrine
Coral Island Paradise Viewpoint & Crystal Turquoise Swirl Lagoon
International Flight Journey Connecting Thailand and Vietnam
Luxury Overnight Cruise Sailing through Halong Bay Limestone Karsts
Panoramic 360° Emerald Bay View from the Peak of Titov Island
Sung Sot (Surprise Cave) Geological Stalactites & Mystical Chambers
Hoan Kiem Lake & Historic Turtle Tower in the Heart of Hanoi
Temple of Literature (Van Mieu) — Vietnam's First National University
Vibrant Hanoi Old Quarter Streets, Cafes & Traditional Architecture
Coral Island (Koh Larn) Speedboat Excursion with Crystal Turquoise Waters
Bangkok Historic City Sightseeing & Golden Royal Architecture
Pattaya Coastal Beach Atmosphere & Iconic Attractions
Our Happy SkyWalk Travelers Group on Southeast Asia Tour
Outline Itinerary
At-a-glance high level summary of your travel program.
| Day | Title & Destination | Key Activity Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival in Bangkok & Transfer to Pattaya | Arrive at Don Mueang International Airport (DMK), meet SkyWalk representative, private drive to beach city of Pattaya. Hotel check-in & overnight stay in Pattaya. |
| Day 2 | Coral Island Tour with Indian Buffet Lunch | Speedboat excursion to Coral Island (Koh Larn). Relax on golden beaches, swim in aqua-blue waters, or enjoy optional water sports. Indian buffet lunch included. Afternoon free at leisure. Overnight in Pattaya. |
| Day 3 | Transfer to Bangkok & Guided Temple City Tour | Breakfast, transfer to Bangkok. City & temple tour visiting Wat Traimitr (5.5-ton solid gold Buddha) and Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha). Hotel check-in & overnight in Bangkok. |
| Day 4 | Flight to Hanoi, Vietnam & Hotel Check-in | Breakfast, transfer to airport, flight to Hanoi. SkyWalk Holidays representative welcome at Noi Bai Airport, private transfer to hotel. Check-in and relax. Overnight in Hanoi. |
| Day 5 | Halong Bay Overnight Luxury Cruise Experience | 08:00 transfer to Tuan Chau Harbour. 12:45 board luxury cruise with welcome drink. Cruise past Ba Hang Village, Cho Da & Ga Choi Islets. Visit Surprise Cave (Sung Sot) & Titov Island for swimming/hiking. Sunset sundeck, cooking demo & dinner. Overnight on cruise. |
| Day 6 | Halong Bay Cave Tour, Return & Hanoi City Tour | 06:30 Tai Chi on sundeck, light breakfast, Luon Cave bamboo boat row. Brunch buffet & 10:45 disembarkation. Transfer to Hanoi for half-day city tour: Ho Chi Minh Complex, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature & Hoan Kiem Lake. Overnight in Hanoi. |
| Day 7 | Flight from Hanoi to Bangkok | Breakfast at hotel, check out, transfer to Hanoi airport for return flight to Bangkok. Hotel check-in, free evening for leisure and last-minute shopping. Overnight in Bangkok. |
| Day 8 | Departure to Kathmandu | Breakfast at hotel, check out, transfer to Bangkok International Airport. Board your return flight home to Kathmandu with incredible memories of Thailand and Vietnam! |
Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival in Bangkok — Transfer to Pattaya
On arrival at Don Mueang International Airport (or Suvarnabhumi Airport) in Bangkok, clear immigration, collect baggage, and meet your warm SkyWalk Holidays representative awaiting you in the arrivals hall. Board your comfortable private vehicle for a smooth, scenic drive to the vibrant seaside city of Pattaya. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and take time to freshen up and relax after your journey. In the evening, feel free to stroll down Pattaya Beach, explore local street bazaars, or savor authentic Thai cuisine. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay in Pattaya.
Coral Island Tour with Indian Buffet Lunch
Begin your morning with a hearty buffet breakfast at your hotel. Soon after, meet your guide and board a high-speed speedboat cutting across the sparkling aqua-blue waters of the Gulf of Thailand towards the idyllic Coral Island (Koh Larn). Spend your day relaxing under the warm tropical sun. Swim in clear crystal waters, relax on the island's soft golden sand, or discover colorful coral formations. For thrill-seekers, exciting optional water adventures like parasailing, banana boat rides, jet skiing, and underwater sea walking are available. After enjoying the island, savor a delicious Indian buffet lunch specially arranged for our guests. Return to Pattaya by speedboat with SIC transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the afternoon and evening is free for you to explore Pattaya at your own pace—visit Pattaya Viewpoint, Walking Street, or enjoy a traditional Thai massage. Overnight stay in Pattaya.
Transfer to Bangkok and Bangkok City Tour
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, complete check-out formalities, and meet your transfer vehicle for the drive back to Thailand's vibrant capital, Bangkok. Embark on an enriching temple and city tour to discover the spiritual and cultural heart of Bangkok. Thailand is home to over 26,000 Wats (Buddhist temples), and today you will explore two of its most celebrated sanctuaries: 1. Wat Traimitr — Temple of the Golden Buddha: Marvel at the world's largest solid-gold Buddha statue, weighing an extraordinary 5.5 tons of pure Sukhothai gold and radiating centuries of sacred history. 2. Wat Pho — Temple of the Reclining Buddha: Step into one of Bangkok's oldest and grandest royal temples, famous for the colossal 46-meter gold-leaf Reclining Buddha with mother-of-pearl soles, as well as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage. Following the tour, check into your Bangkok hotel. Spend your evening exploring lively night markets or shopping malls at Pratunam or Siam. Overnight stay in Bangkok.
Flight to Hanoi, Vietnam & Hotel Check-in
Savor breakfast at your hotel before checking out. Transfer to Bangkok Airport to board your scheduled international flight to Hanoi, the storied thousand-year-old capital of Vietnam. Upon landing at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, representatives from SKYWALK Holidays will warmly welcome you at the arrivals gate and assist you into a comfortable transfer vehicle directly to your Hanoi hotel. Check in and unwind after your journey. The remainder of the day is yours to relax or begin soaking in Hanoi's unique charm—wander through tree-lined French boulevards, sample world-renowned Vietnamese egg coffee at a local sidewalk cafe, or simply rest up for the grand Halong Bay voyage tomorrow. Overnight stay in Hanoi.
Halong Bay Overnight Luxury Cruise Experience
08:00 AM — Hotel Check-out & Scenic Transfer: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, check out, and board your comfortable transfer journey through the lush Red River Delta countryside toward Halong Bay. 12:30 PM — Arrival at Tuan Chau International Harbour: The cruise reception team welcomes guests at the private harbour lounge. 12:45 PM — Cruise Boarding by Tender: Board your luxury cruise ship by tender boat. Be greeted with a refreshing welcome drink, receive a cruise safety briefing, and check into your private sea-view cabin. 01:00 PM — Begin Halong Bay Cruise & Gourmet Lunch: Depart Tuan Chau Harbour into the heart of Halong Bay, designated as one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature. Savor a delectable lunch featuring fresh seafood and Vietnamese specialties while gliding past legendary karst formations, including Ba Hang Fishing Village, Dinh Huong Island (Incense Burner), Cho Da Islet (Stone Dog), and Ga Choi Islet (Fighting Cocks). 02:30 PM — Surprise Cave (Hang Sung Sot): Transfer by tender to Surprise Cave, widely hailed as the largest and most magnificent cavern in Halong Bay, filled with awe-inspiring illuminated stalactites and stalagmites sculpted over millions of years. 03:45 PM — Titov Island Beach & Panoramic Viewpoint: Visit Titov Island, famously named after Soviet cosmonaut Gherman Titov. Relax and swim on the crescent white-sand beach, or climb the 400 stone steps to the summit for an unforgettable 360-degree panoramic vista over Halong Bay's emerald waters. 04:45 PM — Sunset on the Sundeck: Return to the cruise. Relax with a chilled drink on the sundeck as the ship navigates to its tranquil overnight anchorage amidst the towering limestone islands. 06:00 PM – 07:00 PM — Happy Hour: Enjoy Happy Hour drink specials on the sundeck (Buy 1 Get 1 Free on select drinks, wine excluded). 06:30 PM — Vietnamese Cooking Demonstration: Participate in an interactive culinary demonstration where the onboard chef teaches the art of rolling traditional Vietnamese fresh spring rolls. 07:00 PM — Set-Menu Dinner: Indulge in a lavish Vietnamese set-menu dinner in the elegant panoramic dining room. 08:30 PM — Evening Activities & Stargazing: Join fun evening activities including night squid fishing from the tender platform, film entertainment in the lounge, or soothing spa/massage treatments (massage at additional charge). Overnight stay onboard the Halong Bay cruise.
Return from Cruise and Half-Day Hanoi City Tour
06:30 AM — Tai Chi on the Sundeck: Greet the morning with a refreshing 30-minute Tai Chi masterclass on the sundeck as golden sunlight filters through the limestone peaks while cruising toward Luon Cave. 07:00 AM — Light Breakfast: Enjoy fresh coffee, tea, pastries, toast, eggs, fresh tropical fruit, and cereals in the dining room. 08:00 AM — Luon Cave Exploration by Traditional Bamboo Boat: Board a traditional woven bamboo boat rowed gently by a local boatman. Glide beneath the low limestone arch of Luon Cave into a secluded emerald lagoon enclosed by sheer vertical cliffs, home to wild golden monkeys. 08:30 AM — Return & Cabin Check-out: Return to the cruise, freshen up, and complete cabin check-out. Porters will collect your luggage outside your cabin door. 09:15 AM — Buffet Brunch: Relish a bountiful buffet brunch in the dining room as the ship cruises gently back toward the mainland. Settle any personal onboard beverage bills. 10:45 AM — Disembarkation & Transfer to Hanoi: Transfer by tender to Tuan Chau Harbour and disembark. Meet your transfer representative and vehicle to proceed comfortably back to Hanoi hotel. Afternoon — Half-Day Hanoi City Tour: Join your expert English-speaking tour guide for an engaging cultural exploration of Hanoi: • Ho Chi Minh Complex: Visit the dignified Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, walk across expansive Ba Dinh Square (where Vietnamese independence was proclaimed), and admire the historic 11th-century One Pillar Pagoda rising like a lotus flower from a tranquil pond. • Temple of Literature (Van Mieu): Explore Vietnam's very first national university, founded in 1070, featuring peaceful courtyards, ancient stone turtle steles, and classical Confucian architecture. • Hoan Kiem Lake & Old Quarter: Discover the mythical heart of Hanoi at Hoan Kiem Lake (Lake of the Restored Sword) featuring the historic Turtle Tower. Stroll among the French colonial facades and enjoy free time exploring the lively streets of the 36 Guilds Hanoi Old Quarter. Overnight stay in Hanoi.
Flight from Hanoi to Bangkok
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your Hanoi hotel. Meet your driver for the private transfer to Noi Bai International Airport to board your scheduled return flight to Bangkok. Upon landing in Bangkok, transfer to your hotel and check in. Enjoy your final evening in Thailand at your leisure—browse the incredible bargains at Pratunam wholesale market, MBK Center, or CentralWorld, and treat yourself to mouthwatering street eats or a rooftop dinner. Overnight stay in Bangkok.
Departure to Kathmandu
Enjoy your final buffet breakfast at the hotel. Complete check-out formalities and meet your private transfer vehicle to Bangkok International Airport in good time for your departure flight. Board your return flight to Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, filled with unforgettable photographs, cultural insights, and cherished memories of Thailand's golden temples and Vietnam's majestic Halong Bay! Trip concludes with SkyWalk Holidays.
What's Included In This Package
Excluding Cost (What's Not Included)
The following costs are excluded from the base package fare and remain the traveler's responsibility:
Visa Requirements & Mandatory Documents
Clearance guidelines & document preparation managed by SkyWalk Tours and Travels Pvt. Ltd.
📌 Mandatory Visa & Entry Requirements
Clear Passport Scan
Clear passport scan (if old passport, then front & back scan is required). Must be valid for minimum 6 months from travel return date.
Citizenship Scan
Clear scan of Citizenship certificate (both sides). In case of a minor, an official government Birth Certificate is required.
4 Months Bank Statement
Four (4) months bank statement with a minimum closing balance of NPR 100,000 per person. If you prefer to show one bank account for a family/couple, you must provide a marriage or relationship certificate in English.
Studio Passport Photo
Soft copy of passport size photo clicked in studio with plain white background, 35mm x 45mm (teeth must not be visible).
Documents Required for Visa Submission
Packing List & Travel Essentials
Expertly curated packing recommendations for clothing, temple visits, beach days, and essential travel gear
Clothing & Footwear
- Comfortable light cotton clothing and casual summer wear for tropical Thailand and Vietnam
- Modest temple and mausoleum attire covering shoulders and knees (strictly enforced at Wat Pho, Wat Traimit & Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum)
- Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers for Hanoi Old Quarter and Bangkok temple visits
- Swimwear, beach sandals, and sun hat for Coral Island and Titov Island beach
Halong Bay Cruise & Beach Essentials
- Light windbreaker jacket or cardigan for cool evening breezes on the Halong Bay cruise sundeck
- Waterproof phone pouch or dry bag for Coral Island speedboat and Luon Cave bamboo boat
- Quick-dry microfiber beach towel and sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Motion-sickness tablets if prone to sea motion on speedboats or cruise tenders
Electronics & Daily Gear
- Universal two-pin round/flat power adapter (220V standard in Thailand and Vietnam)
- Power bank (must be carried in cabin baggage per aviation safety rules)
- Personal toiletries, mosquito repellent spray, and basic personal medications
- Small daypack or shoulder bag for city excursions and cruise daypack
Mandatory Travel Documents & Currency
- Original passport with minimum 6 months validity from return travel date
- Printed Vietnam visa approval letter, flight tickets, and hotel/cruise vouchers
- Passport-size photos (35x45 mm on white background) for Vietnam airport stamping
- USD cash in clean uncreased notes for personal currency exchange into Thai Baht (THB) & Vietnamese Dong (VND)
Hotel & Accommodation Details
3-Star Partner Hotels & Luxury Halong Bay Cruise
3-Star & 4-Star Certified Hospitality
Hotel Amenities:
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the Halong Bay cruise overnight stay included in this package?
Yes! A full 2-day / 1-night overnight cruise in Halong Bay with private en-suite sea-view cabin, welcome drink, gourmet lunch, set-menu dinner, buffet brunch, Tai Chi, cooking class, and cave excursions is included.
Q: How does the Vietnam visa work for Nepali passport holders?
SKYWALK Holidays arranges and provides the official Vietnam Visa Approval Letter. You will carry this letter along with your photos and passport to receive your visa stamping upon arrival at Hanoi International Airport.
Q: What is included in the Day 2 Coral Island tour?
The tour includes speedboat transfers from Pattaya to Coral Island (Koh Larn), beach relaxation and swimming time, and a freshly prepared Indian buffet lunch after the tour with SIC hotel drop-off.
Q: What temples are visited in Bangkok on Day 3?
You will visit Wat Traimitr, housing the world's largest 5.5-ton solid gold Sukhothai Buddha statue, and Wat Pho, Bangkok's oldest temple housing the revered 46-meter Reclining Buddha.
Q: What are the key sights included in the Hanoi City Tour?
The half-day tour covers the Ho Chi Minh Complex (Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ba Dinh Square, One Pillar Pagoda), the historic Temple of Literature (Vietnam's first university), Hoan Kiem Lake with Turtle Tower, and walking time in the Hanoi Old Quarter.
Q: What is the cancellation policy for this package?
More than 30 days before departure: No package cancellation charge. 30–15 days: 40% charges. 14–10 days: 60% charges. Within 3 days: 100% charges. Flight tickets follow individual airline cancellation policies.
per person (all inclusive)