Vietnam & Cambodia Travel

Highlight: Siem Reap – Phnompenh – Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta / Can Tho – Da Lat – Nha Trang – Da Nang – Hoi An – Hue – Hanoi – Halong - Hanoi

Day 1: Arrival - Siem Reap - Angkor Temples
Day 2: Siem Reap - Angkor Temples
Day 3: Siem Reap - Angkor Temples - Banteay Srei
Day 4: Siem Reap - Phnom Penh
Day 5: Phnom Penh - Ho Chi Minh
Day 6: Ho Chi Minh - Mekong Delta/ Can Tho – Ho Chi Minh
Day 7: Ho Chi Minh - Da Lat
Day 8: Da Lat - Nha Trang
Day 9: Nha Trang
Day 10: Nha Trang – Danang – Hoi An
Day 11: Hoi An - Hue
Day 12: Hue - Ha Noi - Tho Ha - Halong Bay
Day 13: Halong - Hanoi
Day 14: Ha Noi Tour (overnight in Hanoi or Depart Hanoi for home is upon your request)

Day 1: Arrival - Siem Reap - Angkor Temples

On arrival at Siem Riep Airport, you are met by our guide and transferred to hotel. The tranquil Siem Reap Town is our base for visiting the world famous temples of the ancient city Angkor, which was the capital of the powerful Khmer Empire from 802 AD to 1350 AD. Upon leaving Siem Reap Town we set off on a short drive to the archeological area and spend our time to visit the most striking structures. They are the South Gate of Angkor Thom which is famous for its series of colossal human faces carved in stone, the impressive Bayon Temple, the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace, the Terrace of the Leper King and the architectural masterpiece of Angkor Wat. We stroll around this massive monument, exploring the many galleries with columns , libraries, pavilions, courtyards and ponds full of water reflecting the towering temple. O/N in Siem Reap.

Include : A/C private car, Tour guide, breakfast, entrance fees, Steung hotel 3star in Siem Reap

Day 2: Siem Reap - Angkor Temple

The jungle covered temple of Ta Prohm is an incredible sight. There are enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers which embrace themselves in the stone foundations of this structure giving the impression of man's creation being reclaimed by the powerful forces of nature. We explore the well known Ta Prohm and some nearby temples including Banteay Kdei, Sra Srong, Ta Keo, Thommanon and Chau Say Tevado. They almost belong to the small circuit according to the archaeologists’ division. Upon leaving this area we visit various famous temples of the grand circuit such as Preah Khan, Kravan, Neak Pean, Krol Ko, Ta Som, East Mebon and Pre Rup. We round off our exciting day with a walk up to Phnom Bakheng Hill to admire the spectacular sunset over these sandstone monuments. O/N in Siem Reap.(B)

Include : A/C private car, Tour guide, breakfast, entrance fees, Steung hotel 3star in Siem Reap

Day 3: Siem Reap - Angkor Temples - Banteay Srei

Heading out of town we drive beyond the Angkor Complex through the Preah Dark village to the intricately carved and well preserved Banteay Srei Temple. We stroll around this beautiful landmark which was designed to leave no space undecorated. The roads begin to deteriorate but it is still fascinating to drive past the rolling mountain scenery towards Kbal Spean. This interesting site locally named the river of 1000 Lingars, has been largely reclaimed by the jungle; however it invovles a walk to catch a view over its riverbed carvings. The next stop is Banteay Samre which is adorned with striking relief depicting the scenes of Vishunu and Krishna legends. Today we also have a chance to explore the ancient Khmer civilization site of Hariharalaya which flourished in the late 9th and earlier 10th centuries. These are the earliest temples in the Angkor area and are referred to the Rolous group. O/N in Siem Reap. (B)

Include : A/C private car, Tour guide, breakfast, entrance fees, Steung hotel 3star in Siem Reap

Day 4: Siem Reap - Phnom Penh

The following destination is Phnom Penh via an express boat from Siem Reap. This river journey takes anything from four to six hour depending on season but it is still an unforgettable experience as we can see the picturesque scenery changing all along the way. On arrival at Phnom Penh pier you are greeted by our guide and transferred to hotel. The capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh lies near the confluence of the Mekong and Tonle Sap Rivers. This riverside town still maintains considerable charm despite its recent turbulent history. An afternoon city tour acquaints us with some major sights of Phnom Penh. The private quarters of the Royal Palace are now home to the royal family and are therefore very close to the public. At the northern area of the palace grounds is Silver Pagoda, the most sacred temple in the country. We visit both structures as well as the National Museum for an appreciation of the splendour of Khmer history. The sightseeing completes with a walk uphill to visit the legendary Wat Phnom and catch a fantastic view over the surrounding areas. O/N in Phnom Penh. (B)

Include : A/C private car, Tour guide, breakfast, entrance fees, Castle hotel 3star in Phnom penh, Boat trip from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh

Day 5: Phnom Penh - Ho Chi Minh

The painful bloody rule of the Khmer Rouge still can be seen at the Tuol Sleng Prison Museum and the notorious 'Killing Fields' of Choeung Ek. We include these infamous sites in a morning tour before we board a short flight to Ho Chi Minh in Vietnam. On arrival you are greeted and driven to hotel. This bustling metropolis, still called Saigon by many locals, is a center of commerce, finance, culture and tourism in Vietnam. An afternoon will acquaints us with some major sights of Ho Chi Minh. We drive past many lively streets on our way to the Reunification Palace. This mansion was the former residence of the President of South Vietnam until end of April 1975. Close to the palace are some striking French colonial structures including the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Old Sai Gon Post Office. We follow these with a visit to the Jade Emperor Pagoda and the War remnant exhibit. The final stop is Ben Thanh Market where anything and everything is for sale!. O/N in Ho Chi Minh. (B)

Include : A/C private car, Tour guide, breakfast, entrance fees, International flight ticket : Phnom Penh - Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam Airline), Saigon Riverside hotel 3star in Ho Chi Minh City

Day 6: Ho Chi Minh - Mekong Delta – Ho Chi Minh

Upon leaving Ho Chi Minh Town we travel by roads to the Mekong Delta. This plain region boasts the largest rice bowl of Vietnam. On arrival in My Tho we board a boat navigating around the intricate small canals, which is a great way to observe the local lifestyle close-up and catch a view dotted by many islands. The exciting river trip will pass by the lush green vegetation towards the famous Unicorn Island where we have a chance to stroll around an orchard, taste many seasonal fruits and see farmers at work. We navigate some narrower canals using small rowing boats to Ben Tre Province for an interesting visit to some local industries. The extra enjoyment is a lunch at one of the famous local eating spots. We drive back to Ho Chi Minh, stopping off en route to see the beautiful Ving Trang Pagoda and the Saigon's Chinatown, locally named Cho Lon. This bustling area is crammed with sacred temples and mysterious, narrow lanes. O/N in Ho Chi Minh. (B,L)

Include : A/C private car, Tour guide, breakfast, lunch, entrance fees, Boat trip in Mekong Delta, Saigon Riverside hotel 3star in Ho Chi Minh City

Day 7: Ho Chi Minh - Da Lat

The journey northwards begins as we depart Ho Chi Minh and pass through the many tea and coffee plantations to the hill station of Da Lat, sometimes known as the "City of Eternal Spring". The drive is long but views are fantastic all along the way. Once arriving in Da Lat we can soak up the cool climate as much as we want by spending our time to wander around and catch our first glimpse of this town. The influence of the French is evident in local culture and architecture since Da Lat was founded as a hill retreat for the colonials to escape the oppressive heat in the coastal plains and the chaos of Saigon. This charming town is set around a lake and surrounded by forests, waterfalls and rolling countryside. O/N in Da Lat. (B)

Include : A/C private car, Tour guide, breakfast, entrance fees, Ngoc Lan hotel43star in Dalat

Day 8: Da Lat - Nha Trang

Today we enjoy a drive through the charming pine hill to the summer residence of Vietnam's last Emperor Bao Dai. He was forced to abdicate in 1945, shortly after the end of the World War II. This mansion displays a lovely collection of Vietnam treasures. We follow it with a trip to the sacred Lam Ty Ni Pagoda and the Hang Nga Guesthouse. This construction is well known as the Crazy House because of its bizarre architecture. The lively central market and the old rail station are also visited before we travel by roads passing through the undulating terrains to the picturesque coastal town of Nha Trang. En route we make stopover at the scenic Ngoan Muc Pass and the Po Klong Jarai Cham Towers. These amazing structures represent an interesting culture and a colorful history of the Cham people in central coast areas. O/N in Nha Trang. (B)

Include : A/C private car, Tour guide, breakfast, entrance fees, Asia Paradise hotel 3star in Nhatrang

Day 9: Nha Trang Tour

The turquoise water surrounding a string of islands and the white sandy beach stretching the whole length of Nha Trang City make it one of Vietnam's premier beach resorts. We board a boat to explore the coastal islands. The aquarium lake is our first stop before we head out to Hon Mun Island. Today we have plenty of time to enjoy swimming and snorkeling on the blue and clear water or simply lazing on a beach. The thrilling boat trip continues towards Hon Tam Island, giving us a choice of various water sports and good restaurant for lunch. By mid afternoon we cruise back to Nha Trang Pier and complete our day with a short city tour. The impressive Ponagar Cham Towers overlooking the colourful fishing port, and the famous Long Son Pagoda with its huge Buddha image are a major part of our sightseeing. O/N in Nha Trang. (B,L)

Include : A/C private car, Tour guide, breakfast, lunch, entrance fees, Boat trip, Asia Paradise hotel 3star in Nhatrang

Day 10: Nha Trang – Danang – Hoi An

The wonder full time on beach ends as we board a short flight to Danang. On arrival you are met by our guide and driven to Danang City, a major trading hub in central Vietnam. We enjoy a short city tour seeing the famous Cham Museum, formerly the Ecole Francaise d'Extreme Orient. This museum contains many exquisite limestone carvings from the vanquished Kingdom of Champa which has been in central coastal littoral prior to the march of the Vietnamese nation south. Today we also catch a chance to see the Marble Mountain, whose peaks represent the five elements, and the China Beach on our way to Hoi An. This charming town was originally a Cham seaport but has been influenced down the centuries by a myriad of traders from various culture. We enjoy a short walk to catch our first glimpse of this delight full town. O/N in Hoian. (B)

Include : A/C private car, Tour guide, breakfast, entrance fees, Domestic flight ticket : Nhatrang - Danang (Vietnam Airline), Lotus hotel 3star in Hoi An

Day 11: Hoi An – Hue

The ancient architecture in place is a fascinating combination of Vietnamese traditional characters with Chinese and Japanese influence. There are plenty to see in this delightful and tranquil town, some of which are the famous Japanese Covered Bridges, the Pottery Museum, the 200 years old Tam Ky House, the Chua Ong Pagoda and the vibrant central market. We visit these sites on our morning walking tour past many low tiled houses scattered along the small streets and assembly halls which reflect the town's multi-cultural past. Upon leaving Hoi An we set forth to Hue. The winding roads begin as we make our way up the spectacular Hai Van pass. A view from the top of the pass is one of Vietnam's most impressive panoramic scenes. En route we make a short break in Lang Co Beach for a leisurely swim or simply a breather in wonderful nature. The exciting drive continues to Hue via the scenic countryside. O/N in Hue. (B)

Include : A/C private car, Tour guide, breakfast, entrance fees, Duy Tan hotel 3star in Hue

Day 12: Hue - Ha Noi - Tho Ha - Halong Bay

The train journey delivers us at Hanoi Station in mid morning. On arrival you meet with our local guide and travel by roads along the Cau River towards Tho Ha village. This former craft center has remained detached from the world by a boat ride for hundreds of years. We stroll around this charming village to see various ancient style houses and home works such as rice paper making and rice wine distilling. This exciting walk gives us a chance to understand a little more about Dong Trieu pottery village to admire northern farmers' culture and lifestyle. We continue travelling to Halong with stopover at Dong Trieu pottery village to stretch our legs and admire the craftsmen at work. The remainder of day will be free a well earned rest on a beach. O/N in Halong Bay. (B)

Include : A/C private car, Tour guide, breakfast, entrance fees, Domestic flight ticket : Hue - Hanoi (Vietnam Airline), Majestic Salute hotel 3star in Hanoi

Day 13: Halong – Hanoi

The legendary Halong Bay is truly one of Vietnam's most impressive scenic sights. We board a traditional boat for a five hour trip around Halong Bay. This exciting cruise provides us a fantastic view of the picturesque scenery blending with the sky and some 3,000 limestone islands rising amazingly from the clear and emerald water. These limestone karst formations are littered with beaches, grottoes and beautiful caves. Along the way we will anchor for a leisurely swim in a secluded cove and an enjoyable visit to one of the many hidden grottoes beneath towering cliffs. We round off our excursion with a seafood lunch served on board and make our way back to Ha Noi. After checking into hotel we enjoy a short cyclo ride through the bustling old quarter streets named after the specific goods once offered for sale at these places. O/N in Ha Noi. (B,L)

Include : A/C private car, Tour guide, breakfast, entrance fees, Boat trip in Halong, Majestic Salute hotel 3star in Hanoi

Day 14: Ha Noi Tour or Depart Hanoi is upon your request

Today we commence our exploration of Hanoi with the Ho Chi Minh Complex, which contains the mausoleum of the nation's founder Ho Chi Minh, the Presidential Palace and the Ho Chi Minh's house on stilts. Close to this complex is the One Pillar Pagoda, whose origins date back to the foundation of city. We follow it with a visit to the Temple of Literature, which is well known as the first university of Vietnam and the History Museum with an excellent collection of artifacts illustrating the Vietnamese history. The outlaying Ethnologic Museum is also a major part of our sightseeing. This gleaming mansion is dedicated to Vietnam's 54 ethnic groups. Afterwards we drive to the Tran Quoc Pagoda and Quan Thanh Temple. They are some major highlights set by the beautiful West Lake. We also visit the old quarters and the peaceful lake of Hoan Kiem with its sacred temple. In front of this lake is the famous water puppet theatre where we will see a fantastic performance. O/N in Ha Noi or transfer you to the airport to catch your flight back home(B)

Include : A/C private car, Tour guide, breakfast, entrance fees

PRICE NOTES
- The compulsory gala dinner on 24 Dec. and 31 Dec. and the surcharge for the peak season from 23 Dec. to 4 Jan. may be applied depending on hotel conditions however you are advised to contact our sale team to get the full information if you plan a trip in this period.

WHAT SPECIAL?
The above tour cost is available for private daily departure, click CUSTOMIZED TRIP to build a holiday for your own interest and budget.

INCLUSIONS: Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicle with driver + Meal as mentioned: B = breakfast, L = Lunch, D = dinner + Accommodation: twin sharing room at mentioned hotels or similar one + English or French speaking guide + Entrance fee to indicated sights + Boat trip in Mekong Delta, Nha Trang , Hue, Halong Bay and Luang Prabang + Regional and domestic flight Phnom Penh – Ho Chi Minh , Nha Trang - Danang, Hanoi - Vientiane + Train ticket Hue - Hanoi ( soft sleeper cabin for 4 pers.) + Express boat Siem Reap - Phnom Penh

EXCLUSIONS: Other meals, tip, drinks, airport tax, single room supplement, personal expenses, travel insurance, visa, flight in/ out of Indochina, any optional additional tours or activities during free time, surcharge for peak season, local holiday days and gala dinner

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