Bangkok, Thailand - Baguio, Philippines 27 days trip

Once known as Saigon, this city is a mixture of towering skyscrapers and elegant temples, full of great food, history, and culture.

A large web of subterranean tunnels, now a Vietnam War memorial, featuring monuments, shooting range, and various artifacts.

Walk around the palace, admiring its modern architecture, as well as an array of historic artifacts and the original furnishing.

Full of bustle and history, the streets of Saigon offer a great afternoon of exploration with its stalls, shops, and temples.

An impressive museum housing artifacts dating to the Bronze Age, and tracing the history of Vietnamese, Cham, and Khmer cultures.

With white sandy beaches on the shores of the South China Sea, this relaxed city boasts colonial era architecture and lovely resorts.

With hiking, mountain biking, and birdwatching, this massive national park attracts visitors to its remarkably diverse rainforests.

While not open to the public, this city hall boasts rich French Colonial architecture and a park, offering great photo-opportunities.

Blending Gothic and Renaissance architectures, this 19C post office is characteristic of French Colonialism style.

A 20C temple full of marvelous sculptures representing Taoist gods, heroes, and myths, featuring an artificial pond with turtles.

Unofficially dating to the 17C, this market is popular with travelers seeking authentic Vietnamese attire, handcrafts, food, and more.

Attracting locals, tourists, and researchers alike, this wonderful protects several endangered species.

Learn more about snakes, their habitat, and uses on a visit to this farm, where snake venom is harvested for medicinal purposes.

Spend a night on the town and visit this 19C opera house, known for its French Colonial architecture and ornamentation.

A 19C cathedral of fine Romanesque architecture, featuring rich ornamentation and beautiful altar statues.

Home to several Buddhas, this lovely 40m pagoda is constructed from concrete. Visit on a weekend to witness the pleasant bustle of prayers.

A 19C cathedral boasting Romanesque architecture, featuring a statue of St. Mary and twin 58m bell towers.

Known as the gateway to the Mekong Delta, this riverside city is a busy market town, dating back to the 17C.

One of southern Vietnam's oldest cities, Bien Hoa has been a major industrial center for years.

Enjoy the spectacular view of Ho Chi Minh City from this enclosed observation deck, set on a 49th floor of an impressive skyscraper.

The city's Chinatown is known for its thriving markets, local Chinese eateries, traditional pagodas, and a certain unique charm.

Favored by locals and travelers, this streets is packed full of cafes, markets, tourist agencies, and fun spots to explore.

Focusing primarily on the Vietnam War, this museum exhibits military artillery, prisoner cages, photographs, and a guillotine.

Uknown to tourists, this picturesque town is situated on the Mekong Delta and boasts shady boulevards and over 140 Khmer pagodas.

An explosion of fun and color, this amusement park features pools, rides, a zoo, and waterfalls, all decorated in traditional Vietnamese motifs.

Vietnam's capital and its second largest city, Hanoi boasts a rich royal history, colonial architecture, and many cultural attractions.

Explore the vibrant culture of Hanoi, getting to know its thousand-long-year history, and sampling some of the local cuisine.

A museum tracing all 54 of Vietnam's recognized ethnic groups, exhibiting traditional lifestyle, household, religions, and more.

One of Vietnam's largest art museums, this institute houses an impressive collection of Vietnamese art from throughout history.

Cross a traditional Vietnamese bridge on your way to this 19C temple, also known as the Jade Mountain Temple.

Visitors to the park enjoy hiking the majestic Ba Vi mountains, exploring beautiful vistas and a temple, as well as bird watching.

Situated off the shore of North Vietnam, the gulf is surrounded by great off-the-beaten-path destinations, including Cat Ba Island.

Situated on an island on the West Lake, Hanoi's oldest temple dates to the 6C and features ten shrines and remarkable statues.

A lovely lake located in the heart of the capital, known for its turtle population, small scenic isles, and old local myths.

Comprised of over 30 streets retaining original style and layout, this quarter is known for its artisan shops, cafes, and fine silk.

Home to several architectural and historic landmarks, Hanoi's largest lake offers a nice stroll away from the city bustle.

Take a boat through a river lined with rice fields and karst giants, discovering scenic views and the caves of the Tam Coc region.

Vietnam's first national park surrounds two mountain ranges and sprawling forests, it also offers some historical attractions.

Dedicated to Confucius, this 11C temple houses Vietnam's first university and features beautiful courtyards, pavilions, and sculptures.

Dating to the 11C, this wooden pagoda rests on a single pillar in the heart of a pond and is designed to resemble a blossoming lily.

Once a part of an embassy complex, this 15C Buddhist temple boasts lovely yellow facade, an array of statues, and a worshipping place.

Styled after a Parisian opera house, this Neoclassical architectural landmark houses frequent performances.

Full of untouched natural beauty, this national park offers primeval forests, limestone formations, rivers, and diverse fauna.

Surrounding a substantive wetland, this national park boasts a rich ecosystem, as well as beautiful landscapes.

Memorializing a significant victory over the French in 1946, this orderly market is full of fresh produce, meat, and seasoning.

Dedicated to the life and work of Ho Chi Minh, a former Vietnamese leader, the museum houses personal relics and political gifts.

Housing over 28,000 relics in various exhibits, this museum traces women's position and contribution throughout Vietnam's history.

A complex encompassing a fine French colonial palace, as well as a traditional stilt-house occupied by a former Vietnamese leader.

Vietnam's third largest city is a major transportation hub yet does not draw a lot of travelers. Be sure to try the local coffee.

Visitors are attracted to this charming Vietnamese village thanks to its proximity to stunning limestone scenery.

An old French colonial village, it serves as an excellent base for exploring the stunning scenery of the region.

Get to know the rich local culture at the Tuesday market, where tribe members from the surrounding villages come to buy and sell.

Get to know this charming village by wandering around, enjoying the scenery, and talking to the locals and fellow travelers.

Home to 25 ethnic minorities, the province is lauded for its cultural diversity, a wealth of nearby natural attractions, and rich history.

Within walking distance from Sapa, you will find this ethnic village hidden in a valley blessed with breathtaking nature.

Hike through the northern mountains, admiring the picturesque landscape of Vietnam's famed terraced rice fields.

A quaint little village popular with travelers, boasting a rich landscape of tiered rice fields and rich local culture.

A mountainous national park, boasting a 3,100m high summit, diverse flora and fauna, as well as some of Vietnam's best landscapes.

Descending for 100m over rocky Ham Rong Mountain, this gorgeous waterfall is surrounded by lush primeval scenery.

With a wealth of historic landmarks from its Spanish past, this capital city is full of museums, parks, and other cultural gems.

The heart of historic Manila, this district dates to the 16C and features several remarkable well-preserved landmarks.

Explore the central streets of this capital, where ancient and modern architecture mix, and quaint shops offers their colorful ware.

The oldest church in the Philippines boasts fine ornaments, and features an adjacent museum full of historic and religious relics.

Exhibiting Filipino art, historic artifacts, and archaeological relics, this rich museum offers a glimpse into the local culture.

This unique volcanic caldera lake boasts a small volcano in its center, which in turn boasts a crater lake and an island within it.

Hire a canoe and follow the river, or hike from the town of Cavinti to discover these gorgeous waterfalls nestled amid lush scenery.

Set within Rizal Park, this museum houses ancient artifacts, archaeological findings, and ethnographic relics of the Filipino People.

Set in a Neoclassical palace, this museum exhibits a range of historic and contemporary paintings and sculptures by Filipino artists.

Dating to the 16C, this church boasts a fine Baroque facade, as well as several notable sculptures and other ornamental details.

Grab a cup of coffee and spend an hour relaxing in this lush green alcove, surrounded by shops and people.

Experience authentic Philippine culture on this active coconut plantation, featuring traditional performances, food, and a museum.

Established in the 18C, this Spanish church is home to a famous church organ fashioned entirely from bamboo.

Housed in a 19C manor, this museum conveys the lives and household prevalent during the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines.

Dating to the 17C, this Roman Catholic church combines several architectural styles in its structure and ornamentation.

Wander around this 16C fort erected by a Spanish conquistador, and be sure to explore its dungeons, bastions, and historic exhibits.

Strewn with art installations and upholding a relaxed ambiance, this urban park is a nice place to get away from the busy streets.

A large and fun amusement park offering a multitude of rides for all ages, including family-friendly and more thrilling attractions.

Boasting indoor and outdoor activities, this large amusement park offers rides and attractions for all ages.

Steeped with history and natural features, this urban park is one of Asia's largest, boasting museums, gardens, and monuments.

This enormous market offers something to everyone, from fresh produce to household items, whole meals to souvenirs.

Housed in a modern structure and nestled within a park, this chapel boasts several ornaments fashion by the sculptor, Ramon Orlina.

This 19C basilica boasts a marvelous neo-Gothic architecture and is the only church is the Philippines entirely constructed from steel.

With its cool mountain climate, superb scenery, and fun attractions, this city is favored by local and international travelers alike.

This park hosts a mausoleum honoring the Philippines' second president, a museum dedicated to his life, nice gardens, and monuments.

Visit the architecturally diverse buildings of this presidential residence complex, and explore the gardens surrounding the premises.

Home to thousands of marine creatures, this oceanarium offers shows, underwater tunnel, jellyfish exhibit, and other attractions.

With a history stretching to the 16C, this cathedral boasts interesting ornamental details, vaulted ceilings, and a peaceful air.

First erected in the 16C, this church boasts lovely Baroque architecture and is home to the miraculous statue of the Black Nazarene.

This park surrounds the cliff-hedged Penaranda River, offering various activities, such as swimming, rafting, diving, and others.

The largest zoo in the Philippines is home to over 3,000 animals, and features a petting and feeding corners.

Surrounded on all sides by beautiful rice terraces, this popular town attracts visitors for its gorgeous views and rich Ifugao culture.

Known as the most beautiful rice terraces in the Philippines, these immaculate terraces date back over 2,000 years

Stroll through this ancient town, soaking up the history and enjoying the magnificent views of the surrounding rice terraces.

Explore this historic village, whose warm locals are excited to share their traditions with you, and you can hire one as a guide.

The hike to reach the falls is difficult, yet rewarding. Enjoy beautiful natural scenery, and views of the majestic 70-foot waterfall.

Hike along these stunning ancient terraces, taking in the magnificent views of the pristine landscape.

Boasting a summit nearly 3,000m high, this popular mountain offers spectacular scenery at sunrise, as well as many hiking trails.

Dating 2,000 years into the past, these terraces cover the Ifugao range and provide a fascinating glimpse into indigenous agriculture.

This artisan village boasts remarkable reconstructed traditional buildings, offering workshops and a glimpse into the local culture.

Set on a mountaintop and offering gorgeous views of the area, this park features a wooden observation deck perfect for a photo.

Exhibiting works by the renowned Filipino artist, Benedicto Reyes Cabrera, this museum also features a lovely garden.