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Imagine waking up in the heart of Hanoi, the vibrant capital of Vietnam, where the echoes of ancient temples blend seamlessly with the hum of modern city life. Picture yourself cruising the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay, dining on freshly caught seafood, and sleeping under a starlit sky on a traditional junk boat. Welcome to Sisterhood Travels’ Southeast Asia Tour 2026, a once-in-a-lifetime adventure designed exclusively for women. This 22-day journey through Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, and Thailand is more than just a tour; it’s a deep cultural immersion where history, cuisine, and camaraderie intertwine in the most captivating corners of Southeast Asia.
From the bustling markets of Ho Chi Minh City to the serene temples of Luang Prabang, every moment of this tour is crafted to bring you closer to the soul of Southeast Asia. You’ll explore the magnificent ruins of Angkor Wat at sunrise, savor the rich flavors of Thai street food in Bangkok, and learn the secrets of traditional Hmong village life in Laos. Along the way, you’ll share these experiences with a group of like-minded women, forming bonds that turn fellow travelers into lifelong sisters.
Whether you’re practicing tai chi at dawn in a Hanoi park or watching a Khmer dance performance in Siem Reap, this tour offers a perfect blend of guided exploration and personal discovery. The memories you create will be steeped in the warmth of local hospitality and the shared joy of new experiences. So, pack your sense of adventure and get ready to embark on a journey where the beauty of Southeast Asia and the magic of sisterhood awaits!
Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam! After passing through immigration and customs, your driver will meet you in the Arrivals Hall and will transport you to our hotel. This evening, join your Group Leader and new Sisters for an informal meet and greet. (No meals are included today)
Hotel: Mercure La Gare Hanoi
Today is yours to rest, relax and rejuvenate, or to independently explore with your Sisters. Known for its French colonial architecture, tree-lined streets, and vibrant street food scene, Hanoi is Vietnam’s dynamic capital and second-most populous city. (Breakfast included today)
Hotel: Mercure La Gare Hanoi
We’ll start our morning with a city tour of Hanoi and the Old Quarter. Well visit Ba Dinh Square and the Temple of Literature. Together, we’ll follow the meandering streets, decorated with temples and pagodas, and feast on the history. After working up an appetite, we’ll enjoy a walking food tour, featuring some of Vietnam’s most famous dishes such as banh mi and pho. We’ll enjoy coffee and views of Hoan Kiem Lake at a rooftop café. This evening, we’ll enjoy a Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant. (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)
Hotel: Mercure La Gare Hanoi
Today, you might enjoy starting your day early with our Tour Director and locals as they practice tai chi at a local park. After, we’ll visit the infamous Hoa Lo Prison. This historic site, dubbed the “Hanoi Hilton” by American POWs, is now a museum that tells the story of colonial history from the Vietnamese perspective. Following our visit, we’ll sit down with a local veteran from the Vietnam War to chat and connect with him as he recounts his history. The rest of the day is yours at leisure with your Sisters. This evening, you’ll be captivated by a traditional puppet show, with its incredible display of artistry and folklore. After, we’ll enjoy dinner at a local Hanoi restaurant. (Breakfast and Dinner included)
Hotel: Mercure La Gare Hanoi
Today, we’ll journey to Ha Long Bay and board a charming junk boat for an overnight cruise, the perfect vantage point for soaking up the landscape. Once on board, enjoy fresh seafood as we sail past vistas of low green mountains, small villages, hundreds of islands, and limestone peaks jutting out from the sea. You’ll have the opportunity to disembark to discover the wonders of nature, history, and archaeology. Back on board, sit back and relax as the sounds and peaceful sway of the boat lull you to sleep. (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)
Hotel: Bhaya Classic Ha Long Bay
Our day begins with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck at sunrise. After a light breakfast, we’ll head off to visit Sung Sot cave, one of the many limestone grottos accessible by boat in the UNESCO World Natural Heritage that is Ha Long Bay. Later, it’s time to say farewell to this stunning wonder and cruise back to the mainland. After, we’ll board our group flight to Da Nang and travel to Hoi An, an ancient trading port. (Breakfast included)
Hotel: Little Oasis Hotel & Spa
We’ll start our day with a walking tour of the old town, stroll by the ornate Chinese-style temple Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, the famous 400-year-old Japanese covered bridge and the vibrant market on the banks of the Thu Bon. We’ll finish with an introduction to the local tailoring culture in Hoi An, a tradition dating back to the days of the silk route. You’ll see the process of making cotton and silk cloth and may even choose to have some tailor-made clothes made. Enjoy a free afternoon with your Sisters to walk along the canals that cut through Ancient Town before joining together for an authentic local dinner. (Breakfast and Dinner included)
Hotel: Little Oasis Hotel & Spa
Today, we’ll explore the flavors of Hoi An. First, we’ll board a basket boat and journey along the Co Co River for an immersive cooking class. You’ll learn how to catch seafood in the river and grind rice into flour. We’ll use our ingredients to cook four classic local dishes which we’ll enjoy for lunch. The rest of the day and evening is yours with your Sisters to soak up the local atmosphere. (Breakfast and Lunch included)
Hotel: Little Oasis Hotel & Spa
This morning, we’ll board our group flight to Ho Chi Minh City, the energetic urban capital formerly known as Saigon. On an eye-opening city tour, we’ll see the Post Office, Notre Dame Cathedral (from the outside), and the Reunification Palace. Next, we’ll head over to explore treasures from local vendors on display at the Old Market in District 1. (Breakfast included)
Hotel: Novotel Saigon Centre
This morning, we’ll take to the waters of the famous Mekong Delta. As we sail along, our guide will delve into the history and culture of the region. We’ll discover the region’s cottage industry with a visit to a coconut candy factory and learn how this confection is made. We’ll enjoy lunch together featuring southern Vietnamese cuisine before traveling back to Ho Chi Minh City for an evening of leisure with your Sisters. (Breakfast and Lunch included)
Hotel: Novotel Saigon Centre
After breakfast, we’ll spend our morning at the Cu Chi Tunnels, a maze of underground passageways used as hideouts by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. This afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure in the metropolitan Ho Chi Minh City before our dinner together at a local restaurant. (Breakfast and Dinner included)
Hotel: Novotel Saigon Centre
This afternoon, we’ll board our group flight to Siem Reap, Cambodia’s gateway to the wonders of Angkor. In this ancient city, we’ll discover a world where colonial and Chinese architecture melds into a sophisticated urban and culinary scene. This evening, we’ll enjoy dinner at a local restaurant accompanied by a traditional Khmer dance performance. (Breakfast and Dinner included)
Hotel: Borei Angkor Resort Siem Reap
This morning, we’ll depart for a sunrise at Angkor Wat, a perfect example of classic Khmer architecture. We’ll enter its eastern gate and exit to the west, watching the sunlight dance along the stones. Later, we’ll visit Ta Prohm, a sprawling monastic complex that is overgrown with jungle. Next, we’ll embark on a gondola ride to Angkor Thom, the former capital of the Khmer Empire known as the “Great City.” Our gondola is a traditional Khmer boat, a Cambodian vessel made of wood and decorated with regal designs. This relaxing ride will take us across the calm waters of the moat. We’ll visit the Terrace of the Leper King and the temples of Baphuon and Bayon, 11th and 12th century masterpieces at the center of the city. (Breakfast included)
Hotel: Borei Angkor Resort Siem Reap
This morning, we’ll head to the Visitor Center of APOPO, where “hero rats” are trained to navigate minefields and save lives. You’ll learn about the country’s history with war and meet the professional rates at a demonstration. Then, we’ll travel to the village of Preah Dak to learn about daily life and see how Nom Banh Jok (rice noodles) are created. Get a peek into the local culture at the palm sugar market, where tree sap is gathered and cooked for sugar. We’ll make our way to Les Chantiers Ecoles, where local apprentices are trained in fine arts, and peruse the different workshops of sculpture, carving and more. This evening, we’re in for a treat as we enjoy Phare, Siem Reap’s most unique and authentic evening entertainment. Phare performers use theater, music, dance, and modern circus arts to tell the story of Cambodia, from a modern and historical perspective. (Breakfast and Lunch included)
Hotel: Borei Angkor Resort Siem Reap
Today, we’ll board a flight to Luang Prabang, the spiritual capital of Laos. Upon arrival, our Tour Director will acquaint us with the city. Then, it’s your choice! Venture into the lively outdoor markets at night, OR return to the hotel for an evening of leisure. (Breakfast included)
Hotel: Souphattra Hotel Luang Prabang
This morning, we’ll hop into tuk tuks with a guide and make our way to the city center, including a visit to the National Museum, the former Royal Palace. We’ll continue to Wat Xieng Thong monastery, decorated in eye-catching gold. We’ll meander along the Nam Khan River to Wat Khili, highlighting the local culture and history. After lunch, we’ll cruise to the Pak Ou Caves, shrouded in mystery and home to thousands of Buddha statues. We’ll end our day with a home-hosted dinner and traditional Baci ceremony, which celebrates a significant event in someone’s life. (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)
Hotel: Souphattra Hotel Luang Prabang
Today, you may choose to rise early and begin your day with traditional alms offering to local monks. After breakfast, we’ll journey to a traditional Hmong hill tribe village in Ban Long Lao and learn about this ethnic group and their way of life. Next, we’ll board a vehicle to bring us to the incredible Kuang Si Waterfall. Upon our return to Luang Prabang, we’ll enjoy a delicious lunch together in a local restaurant. (Breakfast and Lunch included)
Hotel: Souphattra Hotel Luang Prabang
This morning, we’ll board our flight to Bangkok, the capital of Thailand. A feast for the senses, this bustling city on the banks of the Chao Phraya River blends cosmopolitan sophistication with a strong sense of history and tradition. Tonight, we’ll board a Klong dinner cruise to celebrate our adventure in Thailand. (Breakfast and Dinner included)
Hotel: Pullman Bangkok Hotel G
Today, we’ll set out on a journey that introduces us to Bangkok where you’ll marvel at ancient monuments, explore local culinary treasures, shop for unique souvenirs, or just soak in the energy of the city. We’ll visit the Jim Thompson House and Museum, an architectural gem, hidden away on a quiet street in the city center. The house features an impressive collection of Southeast Asian art, an open-air café surrounded by peaceful gardens, and a shop where you can purchase fine silk and household items. This evening, we’ll dine together at a local restaurant to experience authentic Thai cuisine. (Breakfast and Dinner included)
Hotel: Pullman Bangkok Hotel G
Today, we’ll explore some of Bangkok’s most famous landmarks, starting with a stroll through the 24-hour flower market where you can take in the blaze of color and heavenly scents. We’ll take a short tuk-tuk ride to Wat Pho, Bangkok’s most extensive temple where you’ll see the reclining Buddha. After, we’ll visit the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew, the home of the emerald Buddha. After lunch at a local restaurant, explore the complex network of canals on a typical Thai long-tailed boat where we’ll enjoy picturesque scenes of traditional Thai life, hidden temples, and floating markets. Last, we’ll stop at Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn. Enjoy this evening at leisure with your Sisters. (Breakfast and Lunch included)
Hotel: Pullman Bangkok Hotel G
Today, we’ll visit the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Our paddle boat will take us through a winding array of colors, noises, and vendors. We’ll visit the riverside province of Samut Sakhon, pausing to taste Thai flavors with a Farewell Lunch at a local restaurant. The remainder of the day and evening is yours to enjoy with your Sisters. (Breakfast and Lunch included)
Hotel: Pullman Bangkok Hotel G
Sadly, our epic journey comes to an end today. We’ll be transferred to the Bangkok Airport for our return flights home. (Breakfast included)
PLEASE READ THIS INFORMATION CAREFULLY
This is a consistently robust itinerary that is likely to be filled with a combination of long, active days, several early hotel departures and some long journeys by coach. There may be limited time for rest and rejuvenation as you explore these amazing destinations. There may be multiple flights and travel by non-traditional means such as safari vehicles, rickshaws/pedicabs, etc. Guests should have reasonable health and mobility and be capable of walking 1-2 miles over time over potentially difficult terrain which may include hills. Guests should be comfortable with standing for longer periods of time with no difficulty.
