Faculty-led travel courses · Asia
Thailand & Vietnam Faculty-Led Travel Course
This program visits cultural sites in Bangkok and Saigon, the historic Cao Dai Temple and the Grand Palace, along with the countryside of both countries. Students compare two Southeast Asian nations with distinct histories and traditions.
Good to know
- Language
- Thai and Vietnamese; English is used in tourism
- Currency
- Thai baht; Vietnamese dong
- Best season
- November–February
- Typical length
- 10–14 days (customizable)
Highlights
What students will see and do
- Grand Palace, BangkokThe former royal residence, with ornate halls and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is Thailand's best-known landmark.
- Wat Pho, BangkokA large Buddhist temple known for its 46-meter reclining Buddha and as a center of traditional Thai massage.
- Floating markets, ThailandCanal-side markets near Bangkok show a traditional way of trade and daily life along waterways.
- Cao Dai Holy See, Tay NinhThe headquarters of the Cao Dai religion, near Ho Chi Minh City, is known for its colorful architecture.
- Cu Chi Tunnels, VietnamA network of underground tunnels used during the Vietnam War, now a historic site near Ho Chi Minh City.
- Mekong Delta, VietnamA network of rivers and canals in southern Vietnam, known for agriculture, orchards and river markets.
Faculty-led travel courses
Courses that fit Thailand & Vietnam
Professors build their own syllabus; ARAMFO arranges the visits that bring it to life.
Business & EntrepreneurshipA course could examine tourism, agriculture and manufacturing in two fast-growing Southeast Asian economies.
Psychology, Sociology & Social WorkStudents could compare Buddhist traditions, Cao Dai belief and the legacy of the Vietnam War.
Art, Architecture & HistoryA course could study Thai royal architecture, Buddhist temples and French colonial buildings.
Map
Where you will go
Academic and professional visits
- A local university faculty of business or social sciences
- A Buddhist temple and cultural center
- A small business or artisan cooperative
- A war history museum
Visits are chosen with the professor to match the course.
Itinerary
Sample itinerary
A starting point only — every trip is adjusted to your course, dates and budget.
Customizable. This sample shows the kinds of visits and places available. Days, pace and academic visits are built around your course.
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Day 1
Arrival in Bangkok
Arrive in Thailand's capital and meet your guide.
- Meet and greet at the airport
- Transfer to the hotel
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Day 2
Royal Bangkok Temples
See the Grand Palace, home of the Emerald Buddha, and two of Bangkok's most important Buddhist temples.
- Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew
- Wat Pho and its Reclining Buddha
- Wat Traimit and its 5.5-ton Golden Buddha
- Evening on Khao San Road
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Day 3
Bangkok Museums
Explore Thai history and art in the national collection, then connect with local institutions.
- Bangkok National Museum
- Academic visit matched to your course (university, school, NGO or company)
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Day 4
Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City
Fly to southern Vietnam's largest city, also known as Saigon.
- Hotel check-out and airport transfer
- Flight to Ho Chi Minh City
- Hotel check-in
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Day 5
Cholon and Chinatown
Discover the city's Chinese heritage in the Cholon district.
- Cholon (Chinatown)
- Thien Hau Pagoda
- Binh Tay Market
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Day 6
Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
Learn about the Vietnam War and the country's modern history in the city center.
- War Remnants Museum
- Reunification Palace
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Day 7
Cu Chi Tunnels and Cao Dai Temple
Travel northwest of the city to see a wartime tunnel network and Vietnam's unique Cao Dai religion.
- Cu Chi Tunnels
- Cao Dai Holy See in Tay Ninh
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Day 8
Mekong Delta
See how rivers and canals shape farming and trade in southern Vietnam.
- Day tour of the Mekong Delta
- Ben Tre province
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Day 9
Academic Day in Ho Chi Minh City
Use the day for academic activities tied to your course or to explore on your own.
- Academic visit matched to your course (university, school, NGO or company)
- Free time in the city
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Day 10
Free Day and Farewell Dinner
A final free day, ending with a group dinner hosted by your guide.
- Free time for independent exploration
- Farewell dinner with your guide
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Day 11
Departure Day
Transfer to the airport and fly home.
- Hotel check-out and airport transfer
What is included
ARAMFO arranges everything
You choose the dates and the airport your group flies from. We handle the logistics and the academic visits so you can focus on teaching.
3–6 credit hours, offered through your own department · 8+ students and the professor's travel cost is covered by ARAMFO · Your dates and your departure airport
- Airfare from your preferred airport
- Hotels or student housing
- Meals as set out in the itinerary
- Transportation in the host country
- Tour guides and entrance fees
- University, company and professional visits
- A native guide with the group for the whole trip
- Customized dates and itinerary
Get started
Plan a course in Thailand & Vietnam
Tell us about your course and we will reply with a draft itinerary and cost.