From Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta to Yala’s wildlife and Sri Lanka’s southern coast, this 13-day Vietnam and Sri Lanka adventure.
Venture on an unforgettable 13-day journey across two of Asia’s most extraordinary destinations Vietnam and Sri Lanka where vibrant city life, timeless river cultures, breathtaking wildlife, and warm human connections come together in one beautifully crafted adventure that you will treasure long after returning home.
The journey opens in the electrifying streets of Ho Chi Minh City, where you are welcomed into the soul of Saigon through hidden alleyways, secret bunkers, and the simple joy of sipping iced coffee alongside locals in a neighbourhood park. From uncovering the city’s lesser-known historical gems to cruising along the Saigon River by private speedboat to explore the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels, every moment invites a deeper understanding of this remarkably resilient city. As evening descends, the Chao Show delivers a spectacular celebration of Vietnamese culture through traditional instruments, immersive visuals, and authentic regional cuisine, a truly one-of-a-kind experience. The Vietnam chapter then slows to the gentle rhythm of the Mekong Delta, where you board the charming Song Xanh Sampan and drift through a world shaped entirely by water. Waking before dawn to witness the Cai Rang Floating Market, cycling through tropical fruit orchards, and sharing quiet conversations with local villagers in Can Tho bring this deeply immersive chapter to a memorable close.
The adventure then takes flight to the tropical island of Sri Lanka, a destination that has captured the imagination of travellers for centuries. Arriving in Colombo, you are immediately drawn into the city’s extraordinary multicultural identity through a flavour-led journey across its neighbourhoods, a whole lot of eating, with fascinating stories woven in between. The road then leads you to the legendary Yala National Park, where you stay at the intimate Kulu Safaris camp, a deliberate choice that delivers a far more exclusive and crowd-free wildlife experience. Morning jungle walks, thrilling afternoon safaris, and the chance to encounter leopards, elephants, sloth bears, and remarkable birdlife across Yala’s most remote blocks make for a Sri Lankan safari experience that is truly beyond compare.
The journey draws to a close along Sri Lanka’s stunning southern coastline in Ahangama, where ocean-view villas and swaying palms invite you to unwind and savour every last moment. A walk through the historic streets of Galle Fort with a local storyteller rather than a conventional guide is followed by the most heartfelt of finales: a home-cooked dinner served with love by a warm southern Sri Lankan family, a moment of pure hospitality that no restaurant could ever replicate.
From the electric streets of Saigon to a home-cooked dinner on Sri Lanka’s southern coast, this is the kind of journey that doesn’t just show you two countries, it connects you to the people, rhythms, and stories that make both of them unforgettable. To learn more or book your journey, please reach us at sales.vietnam@khiri.com.