Introduction
This 11 day tour takes you to the best of Vietnam and Cambodia. Discover the greatest landscapes: Halong bay, Mai Chau villages, Hoi An ancient town, Mekong floating market. Visit the historical places and its wonders in Cambodia including Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm and much more.
Places to be seen
Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi (arrival)
Arrival in Hanoi. We welcome and transfer you to hotel. Rest of the day is your leisure time to explore the city on your own.
- Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2: Hanoi → Halong bay
Morning, enjoy breakfast at hotel and depart for Halong Bay at approximately 8:00am.
Upon arrival in Halong Bay, we will board the vessel and partake in a delectable lunch. During the meal, we will cruise through thousands of stunning islands and islets. Following lunch, you may freshen up in your room before embarking on a visit to the Surprising Cave, kayaking, swimming, and other activities. Later, return to the vessel, get a drink and enjoy the picturesque sunset scenery in the bay. Halong photo.
- Overnight on boat in Halong bay
- B,L,D
Day 3: Halong bay → Hanoi
In the morning, breakfast will be served on board. We will then proceed to cruise to a Pearl Farm village and continue exploring the enchanting Halong Bay, navigating through numerous captivating islands and islets.
During lunch on board, we will make our way back to the pier before transferring back to Hanoi.
- Overnight in Hanoi.
- B,L
Day 4: Hanoi (city tour)
Explore the Temple of Literature, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and discover the rich history of Vietnam's first university. Walk around the picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake, and visit the Ngoc Son Temple, perched on an island in the lake. Continue your exploration at the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, which showcases the diverse ethnic groups of Vietnam through fascinating exhibits and artifacts.
Take a cyclo tour for sightseeing around the Old Quarter of Hanoi. Watch video.
- Overnight in Hanoi.
- B,L
Day 5: Hanoi → Ho Chi Minh
Morning, your leisure time to explore the city on your own. You can visit some intesting market for shopping or just explore the busy street of the city.
Afternoon, we transfer you to airport for flight to Ho Chi Minh.
- Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
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Day 6: Ho Chi Minh (explore Cu Chi)
Morning, we explore the Re-Unification Palace, which was the home and workplace of the president of South Vietnam during the Vietnam War, and played a pivotal role in the war's end. Visit the Notre Dame Cathedral, a stunning example of French colonial architecture, and learn about its unique history. Continue your tour at the War Remnants Museum, which provides a thought-provoking look into the harsh realities of the Vietnam War.
Afternoon, we leave the city and drive 60km to Cu Chi, where you can delve into the intricate system of tunnels and explore the Cu Chi Tunnel, an impressive feat of engineering that played a significant role in the Vietnam War. Afterwards, enjoy tea, cassava (guerrilla's food during the war). Once the tour is complete, we will make our way back to the city.
- Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
- B,L
Day 7: Mekong delta → Ho Chi Minh
Following breakfast at the hotel, we will depart from Ho Chi Minh and head towards Ben Tre. Our journey will include a boat trip along the Mekong River, during which we will visit a family-run business that exemplifies the idyllic rural lifestyle. We will also have the opportunity to stroll through the fruit plantation village.
- Overnight in Can Tho.
- B,L
Day 8: Ho Chi Minh → Mekong delta
Around 6.30am, we pick you up to visit the Cai Rang floating market which is wholesale market of fruit and vegetable at its busiest at this time of the day. Keep cruising through the small channels system and visit a rice noodle making village. Experience the “Monkey Bridge” in the Delta.
Break for lunch then return to Ho Chi Minh.
- Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
- B,L
Day 9: Ho Chi Minh → Siem Reap
Morning, your leisure time to explore the city on your own. You can visit some intesting market for shopping or just explore the busy street of the city.
Afternoon, our driver picks you up and drive you to airport for flight to Siem Reap.
- Overnight in Siem Reap.
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Day 10: Siem Reap (explore the Angkor)
In the morning, you will visit Angkor Thom, the ancient capital of the Khmer empire. Then, you will continue your visit to Ta Prohm, a stunning temple complex with trees and vegetation growing around and through its structures. Lunch will be at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, you will visit Angkor Wat, the most famous of all the temples in Angkor. Angkor Wat is a massive temple complex and is one of the largest religious monuments in the world.
In the evening, enjoy buffet dinner and watch Khmer Traditional Dance Show at a local restaurant.
- Overnight in Siem Reap.
- B,L,D
Day 11: Siem Reap (departure)
Morning, start the tour by visiting the National Museum. Here, you can explore a collection of Khmer art, artifacts, and historical exhibits that provide insights into the culture and history of Cambodia.
After the museum, take a boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake, one of the largest lakes in Asia. This is an opportunity to enjoy stunning views of the lake and see some of the local fishing villages and floating communities that call it home.
After the lake tour, head to downtown to visit Artisan's D'angkor, the carving art school, where you can witness the intricate art of stone carving and other traditional crafts. Next, continue your visit to Wat Thmei, a beautiful pagoda that is known for its memorial stupa that contains the skulls of Khmer Rouge victims.
Afterward, enjoy lunch and spend some leisure time in Siem Reap until it is time for your departure flight home.
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End of the tour.
Price
$999
This price is based on 3 star hotels and group tour. The tour is upgradable.
Hotel upgrade | Cost |
4 star | USD330 |
5 star | USD710 |
5 star+ | USD1040 |
Tour upgrade | Cost |
Small group 4-12 pax | USD190 |
Private Tour You only | Group of 2 USD380 Group of 8+ USD240 |
Private+ Top class | USD590 |
PRICE INCLUDES:
All flights in the tour.
Hotel & accommodation
Meals (B,L,D = Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Transfer vehicle.
English speaking guide.
Entrance and sightseeing tickets.
EXCLUDES:
Drinks.
Tips.
Personal expenses.
International flights.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT:
May be applied with solo traveler.