Need Help Trimming Itinerary to Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam

[Anonymous]

Okay, I haven't read all the posts. But I have been to these three countries. I think this is way too much go-go-go. With the jet lag, it's just too much.

I'd suggest:
-Hanoi + Halong Bay
-Siem Riep
-Bangkok

Hanoi is amazing. I wouldn't want only a day there. We liked it so much we actually considered moving there.

I really liked Ayutthaya + the cruise. It's a perfect activity with an older adult. I did it in my 20s and still had a great day.

I did an overnight in Halong Bay and it was big fun even though we didn't do much in the water.

I think there's more to see in/around Bangkok than HCMC. There's both big cities. I'd skip HCMC.

I agree with the folks who say Vietnam and Cambodia are better tourist experiences.

[Anonymous]

I’d cut Chiang Mai and maybe HCMC or trim it down if needed. I’d add more time to Siem Reap. And a little more time to Hanoi and Halong Bay. If I were to add someplace, it would be Luang Prabang.

[Anonymous]

A great day in Bangkok would be to visit the Jim Thompson House followed by high tea or cocktails at the Oriental.

I echo others who recommend doing at least a 2 day Halong Bay tour - on as nice a boat as you can find. They’re not too expensive.

Angkor Wat is certainly worth seeing but Siem Reap the town is not that interesting. I personally think one full day to tour the ruins is enough.

Hanoi, Bangkok and HCM City are all fascinating and full of things to do. All a bit sensory overload too tho.

Do not go to a water puppet show unless you have super high tolerance for tedium.