Premium Thailand & Vietnam – 19 Days Private Luxury Tour Led By Women
Bangkok – Kanchanaburi – Ayutthaya – Sukhothai – Mae Taeng – Chiang Mai – Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hoi An – Ho Chi Minh City
19 Days / 18 Nights | Thailand & Vietnam | Premium Private Journey
Discover the best of Thailand and Vietnam on an exclusive 19-day private luxury journey led by women. This carefully designed itinerary combines Bangkok’s royal heritage, Kanchanaburi’s historic River Kwai, the ancient capitals of Ayutthaya and Sukhothai, the mountain communities of Northern Thailand, Chiang Mai’s Lanna culture, Hanoi’s historic Old Quarter, a luxury Halong Bay cruise, the UNESCO-listed heritage of Hoi An and the vibrant energy of Ho Chi Minh City. Designed for private travelers seeking comfort, cultural depth and personalized service, the journey combines 5-star hotels, private luxury transportation, flights, specialist local guides, women-led cultural experiences, ethical wildlife encounters and carefully selected local dining. This is not a women-only tour. It is a premium private tour led by women.
Day 1 – Bangkok: Welcome to Thailand
Arrive in Bangkok and meet your private female tour leader at the airport before transferring by private luxury vehicle to your 5-star hotel. After check-in and time to relax, begin your introduction to Bangkok with a private boat journey through the city’s historic canals and along the Chao Phraya River, passing traditional homes, temples and riverside communities. In the evening, enjoy a premium Thai welcome dinner featuring authentic local specialties while your female guide introduces you to the flavors, traditions and culture of Thailand. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Accommodation: 5-Star Luxury Hotel. Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle and Private Boat.
Day 2 – Bangkok: Grand Palace, Wat Pho & Private Canal Cruise
After breakfast, explore Bangkok’s royal and spiritual heritage with your private female guide. Visit Wat Pho and its famous Reclining Buddha before continuing to the Grand Palace and Temple of the Emerald Buddha, where you will learn about Thailand’s monarchy, Buddhist traditions and distinctive temple architecture. Enjoy a premium Thai lunch before taking a private boat through quieter canals and traditional neighborhoods away from the busiest tourist areas. Return to your hotel for relaxation and enjoy an elegant Thai dinner in the evening. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Accommodation: 5-Star Luxury Hotel. Transportation: Private Vehicle and Private Boat.
Day 3 – Bangkok to Kanchanaburi: River Kwai & War History
Leave Bangkok after breakfast and travel west by private luxury vehicle toward Kanchanaburi. Visit the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery and the historic Bridge over the River Kwai before continuing to the Hellfire Pass Memorial. With a knowledgeable private guide, learn about the history of the railway, the prisoners of war and Asian laborers involved in its construction, and the human stories behind this important chapter of Thai history. Enjoy lunch at a riverside restaurant before continuing to your luxury riverside resort. The afternoon is free to relax beside the river, followed by a dinner featuring regional Thai cuisine. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Accommodation: 5-Star Riverside Resort. Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle.
Day 4 – Kanchanaburi: Erawan Waterfalls & Thai Weaving
After breakfast, travel to Erawan National Park and explore its famous waterfalls at a comfortable pace. Guests who enjoy nature can take a gentle walk through the park, while those seeking a slower day can return earlier to the resort. After lunch, visit a traditional Thai weaving community and meet local women artisans who preserve generations-old textile techniques. Learn about natural materials, weaving methods and the important role women play in maintaining Thailand’s craft heritage. Return to your riverside resort in the afternoon and enjoy a peaceful evening overlooking the water before dinner. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Accommodation: 5-Star Riverside Resort. Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle.
Day 5 – Kanchanaburi to Ayutthaya: Royal Thai Cuisine & Ancient Siam
After breakfast, continue by private luxury vehicle to Ayutthaya, the former capital of Siam. Upon arrival, enjoy a refined culinary experience inspired by traditional royal Thai cuisine before boarding a private traditional rice barge along the Chao Phraya River. Discover riverside temples, local communities and historic neighborhoods while learning about Ayutthaya’s importance as one of Southeast Asia’s most powerful kingdoms. Continue to Wat Phra Mahathat, famous for its Buddha image surrounded by the roots of a tree, and explore the ancient city’s impressive heritage with your private guide. Enjoy a premium dinner before returning to your luxury heritage hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Accommodation: Luxury Heritage Hotel. Transportation: Private Vehicle and Private Rice Barge.
Day 6 – Ayutthaya to Sukhothai: Journey Through Ancient Kingdoms
After breakfast, depart Ayutthaya and travel north by private luxury vehicle toward Sukhothai. The premium itinerary replaces the longer train journey with private transportation, allowing greater comfort and flexibility throughout the day. Stop for lunch along the way before continuing through Thailand’s changing landscapes of rice fields, rural villages and countryside. Arrive in Sukhothai and check into your luxury resort. The afternoon is reserved for relaxation, with options including a Thai massage, spa treatment, garden walk or peaceful time beside the pool. Enjoy dinner featuring authentic Sukhothai and northern Thai cuisine. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Accommodation: 5-Star Resort. Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle.
Day 7 – Sukhothai: Ancient Temples & Local Thai Life
Begin the morning with a respectful alms-giving experience before returning to your hotel for breakfast. Continue to Sukhothai Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where your private heritage guide introduces you to ancient temples, monumental Buddha images, lotus ponds and the remains of Thailand’s first great kingdom. Active travelers can enjoy a gentle bicycle ride through the historical park, while guests seeking maximum comfort can use a private electric vehicle. Enjoy a private picnic lunch before a relaxed afternoon. In the evening, visit a local home for an intimate Thai dinner and meet a family to learn about everyday life, food traditions and local customs in Sukhothai. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Accommodation: 5-Star Resort. Transportation: Private Vehicle with Optional Bicycle.
Day 8 – Sukhothai to Mae Taeng: Into Northern Thailand
After breakfast, travel north by private luxury vehicle toward Mae Taeng, passing rice fields, orchards, villages and increasingly mountainous landscapes. Arrive at Lisu Lodge, a community-based feature stay designed to support local Lisu families and community tourism. After check-in, meet local residents and learn about Lisu traditions, agriculture, food, textiles and family life. Enjoy a locally prepared lunch before taking a gentle village walk and discovering the surrounding countryside. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Lisu dinner prepared with fresh local ingredients and experience the welcoming atmosphere of this unique community-based property. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Accommodation: Lisu Lodge Feature Stay. Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle.
Day 9 – Mae Taeng: Lisu Community, Organic Farming & Lanna Culture
Spend a full day discovering the cultural traditions of Northern Thailand. Visit Muang Kued Village and meet local residents while learning about community life and traditional livelihoods. Continue to an organic farm where you can select fresh ingredients for a private Thai cooking experience and then enjoy the meal you helped prepare. In the afternoon, discover Lanna cultural traditions through local music, crafts, storytelling and traditional performances. Enjoy a peaceful bamboo-raft journey along the Mae Taeng River before returning to Lisu Lodge. In the evening, experience a special community dinner and cultural celebration featuring local traditions. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Accommodation: Lisu Lodge Feature Stay. Transportation: Private Vehicle and Bamboo Raft.
Day 10 – Mae Taeng to Chiang Mai: Ethical Elephant Conservation & Arts
After breakfast, leave Mae Taeng and travel toward Chiang Mai by private luxury vehicle. Visit an ethical elephant conservation center such as Elephant Nature Park, where specialist staff explain elephant welfare, rehabilitation and responsible tourism. Observe elephants without riding or exploitative activities and enjoy a vegetarian lunch. Continue to Chiang Mai and visit Kalm Village, a creative center celebrating Thai arts, crafts, food and culture. Check into your 5-star resort and enjoy a relaxed evening before dinner featuring Northern Thai cuisine. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Accommodation: 5-Star Luxury Resort. Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle.
Day 11 – Chiang Mai: Doi Suthep, Lanna Culture & Private Chef’s Table
After breakfast, travel to Doi Suthep and explore the magnificent mountain temple with your private guide. Learn about Buddhist traditions, Lanna architecture and the spiritual importance of the temple while enjoying panoramic views over Chiang Mai. Return to the city for lunch at a premium restaurant. The afternoon is intentionally relaxed, allowing you to choose a Thai spa treatment, traditional massage, artisan shopping, a women-led craft workshop, Old City exploration or a private café experience. In the evening, enjoy an intimate private chef’s-table dinner featuring a curated selection of Northern Thai specialties and contemporary interpretations of regional cuisine. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Accommodation: 5-Star Luxury Resort. Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle.
Day 12 – Chiang Mai to Hanoi: Thailand to Vietnam
Enjoy breakfast before your private transfer to Chiang Mai Airport. Take a flight from Chiang Mai to Hanoi and begin the Vietnamese chapter of your journey. Upon arrival, your Vietnamese female tour leader welcomes you and accompanies you by private luxury vehicle to your 5-star hotel. After check-in, relax and recover from the journey before enjoying a premium Vietnamese welcome dinner. Your guide introduces you to the distinctive flavors of Northern Vietnam and explains the culinary traditions that make Hanoi one of Southeast Asia’s most fascinating food destinations. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Accommodation: 5-Star Hotel. Transportation: Flight and Private Luxury Vehicle.
Day 13 – Hanoi: Old Quarter, Heritage & Women-Led Experiences
After breakfast, discover Hanoi with your private female guide. Explore Hoan Kiem Lake, the atmospheric Old Quarter, the French Quarter, traditional streets, historic architecture and local markets while learning about the city’s history and everyday life. Enjoy a private Vietnamese coffee experience and discover the traditions behind Hanoi’s famous coffee culture. After lunch at a premium local restaurant, continue with a women-led cultural experience such as traditional embroidery, silk, Vietnamese cooking, an artisan studio or a women-owned social enterprise. Return to your hotel for relaxation before enjoying an elegant Vietnamese dinner. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Accommodation: 5-Star Hotel. Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle.
Day 14 – Hanoi to Halong Bay: Luxury Overnight Cruise
After breakfast, leave Hanoi by private luxury vehicle and travel toward Halong Bay. Board your premium overnight cruise and enjoy lunch while sailing among spectacular limestone islands and karst formations. Depending on weather and cruise conditions, explore a cave, hidden lagoon or scenic island, with optional kayaking available for guests who wish to participate. Return to the vessel in time for sunset and enjoy a premium dinner on board while surrounded by the dramatic scenery of Halong Bay. Spend the night in your luxury cruise cabin and wake the following morning to one of Vietnam’s most iconic landscapes. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Accommodation: 5-Star Luxury Halong Bay Cruise. Transportation: Private Vehicle and Luxury Cruise.
Day 15 – Halong Bay to Hanoi to Hoi An: From Limestone Islands to Ancient Streets
Wake early for sunrise over Halong Bay and enjoy breakfast while cruising through the limestone landscape. Return to the harbor and continue by private luxury vehicle to Hanoi Airport for your flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, meet your local representative and transfer privately to Hoi An. After check-in at your 5-star heritage hotel, enjoy lunch before exploring Hoi An Ancient Town with your private female guide. Discover historic merchant houses, Chinese assembly halls, the Japanese Covered Bridge area, riverside streets and traditional craft shops before stopping for authentic Vietnamese coffee. As evening arrives, enjoy a premium dinner beside the Thu Bon River. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Accommodation: 5-Star Heritage Hotel. Transportation: Luxury Cruise, Private Vehicle and Flight.
Day 16 – Hoi An: Ancient Town, Women Artisans & Countryside
After breakfast, continue exploring Hoi An’s cultural heritage and creative traditions. Meet local women artisans and choose a private experience involving lantern making, embroidery, ceramics, textile work, tailoring or another traditional Vietnamese craft. Enjoy lunch at a premium local restaurant before traveling into the countryside around Hoi An. Visit a local farm or artisan community and experience traditional agricultural life through a farm-to-table activity. Return to your hotel in the afternoon for time beside the pool, a private spa treatment or relaxed shopping. Finish the day with an elegant dinner featuring Hoi An specialties. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Accommodation: 5-Star Heritage Hotel. Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle.
Day 17 – Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City: Discover Vibrant Saigon
After breakfast, transfer privately from Hoi An to Da Nang Airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, your private female guide welcomes you and begins an introduction to southern Vietnam. Explore the Reunification Palace, Central Post Office, historic French Quarter and local markets while learning about the transformation of Saigon into modern Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy lunch at a premium southern Vietnamese restaurant before participating in a private Vietnamese coffee experience that introduces regional coffee traditions and preparation methods. Check into your 5-star hotel and enjoy a sophisticated dinner in the evening. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Accommodation: 5-Star Hotel. Transportation: Private Vehicle and Flight.
Day 18 – Ho Chi Minh City: Cu Chi Tunnels & Vietnam’s Modern History
After breakfast, travel by private luxury vehicle to the Cu Chi Tunnels with a specialist guide. Explore the historic underground network and learn about its construction, wartime use and significance within Vietnam’s modern history. The experience is presented respectfully and focuses on historical context, resilience and the human stories surrounding the conflict. Enjoy lunch at a countryside restaurant before returning to Ho Chi Minh City. The afternoon is free for a spa treatment, shopping, art galleries, tailoring, cafés or a private city walk. In the evening, enjoy your final Vietnamese dinner and reflect on your journey through Thailand and Vietnam. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Accommodation: 5-Star Hotel. Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle.
Day 19 – Ho Chi Minh City: Farewell Vietnam
Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel and take time for one last private experience depending on your departure schedule. Options can include Vietnamese coffee, a local market, artisan shopping, contemporary art, wellness or a relaxed riverside walk. Your private female tour leader assists with your final arrangements before your private airport transfer. Your 19-day Premium Thailand & Vietnam Private Tour Led By Women ends in Ho Chi Minh City, bringing together two countries, ancient kingdoms, mountain communities, extraordinary landscapes, heritage sites, local food and meaningful women-led experiences. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicle.
Why Choose Vietnam Women Travel?
Premium Private Tours Led by Women are designed for travelers who want a deeper and more comfortable way to experience Southeast Asia. Your journey is private from start to finish, with a female tour leader, private local guides, 5-star accommodation, private luxury vehicles, flights for longer distances and carefully selected cultural experiences. The itinerary supports women artisans, women entrepreneurs, community-based tourism projects and responsible local businesses wherever possible. From the Lisu community and ethical elephant conservation in Northern Thailand to women-led cultural experiences in Hanoi and Hoi An, the journey goes beyond famous attractions to create meaningful connections with local people.
19-Day Thailand & Vietnam Route
Day 1: Bangkok. Day 2: Bangkok. Day 3: Bangkok to Kanchanaburi. Day 4: Kanchanaburi. Day 5: Kanchanaburi to Ayutthaya. Day 6: Ayutthaya to Sukhothai. Day 7: Sukhothai. Day 8: Sukhothai to Mae Taeng. Day 9: Mae Taeng. Day 10: Mae Taeng to Chiang Mai. Day 11: Chiang Mai. Day 12: Chiang Mai to Hanoi. Day 13: Hanoi. Day 14: Hanoi to Halong Bay. Day 15: Halong Bay to Hanoi to Hoi An. Day 16: Hoi An. Day 17: Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City. Day 18: Cu Chi Tunnels and Ho Chi Minh City. Day 19: Ho Chi Minh City departure.
Tour Summary
Duration: 19 Days / 18 Nights. Countries: Thailand & Vietnam. Start: Bangkok. Finish: Ho Chi Minh City. Style: Premium Private Tour. Leadership: Female Tour Leader. Accommodation: 5-Star Hotels, Luxury Resorts and Signature Feature Stays. Transportation: Private Luxury Vehicles, Flights, Private Boats and Selected Cultural Transportation. Guiding: Private Local, Heritage, Cultural and Specialist Guides. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Every Day. Group: Private – From 2 Guests.
Premium Thailand & Vietnam
From Bangkok’s royal temples and peaceful canals to the historic River Kwai, from Ayutthaya and Sukhothai’s ancient kingdoms to the Lisu communities of Northern Thailand, this journey reveals the many layers of Thailand before continuing into Vietnam. Discover Chiang Mai’s Lanna culture, fly to Hanoi for authentic local experiences, cruise overnight through Halong Bay, explore Hoi An’s lantern-lit heritage and finish among the historic streets of Ho Chi Minh City and the Cu Chi Tunnels. This is more than a sightseeing itinerary. It is a private luxury journey created around culture, comfort, community and meaningful connections. Travel differently. Travel meaningfully. Travel with women. Vietnam Women Travel – Premium Private Tours Led by Women.