Take a 14-day trip through the heart of Asia, from Cambodia to Vietnam, and experience the breathtaking landscapes and rich cultures during once-in-a-lifetime memorial vacations.
DAY 1: ARRIVE SIEM REAP
Siem Reap is the base for exploring the fabled temples of Angkor, the ancient capital of the Khmer empire. Upon arrival in Siem Reap you will be met by your guide. Check in hotel & Overnight in Siem Reap.
DAY 2: SIEM REAP/ ANGKOR COMPLEX
This morning, visit the antique capital of Angkor Thom (12 century): the South Gate, the Bayon Temple, the Phimeanakas, the Royal Enclosure, the Elephants Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. Continue to visit Ta Prohm. Lunch at local restaurant then visit Angkor Wat. Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap
DAY 3: SIEM REAP/ ANGKOR COMPLEX
Today we visit Kbal Spean - the original "River of Thousand Lingams". Visit Banteay Srei temple, regarded as the jewel in the crown of classical Khmer Art. Then continue your visit to Banteay Samre. Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap
DAY 4: SIEM REAP - PHNOM PENH / ROAD TRANSFER
Driving from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh is about 6.5-7 hours including some attractions & lunch along the way. Firstly stop to visit the Naga Bridge, have lunch in Kompong Thom Town and visit the ruined temples. After lunch, keep driving towards Phnom Penh, stop for a local market. Arrive in Phnom Penh in the afternoon. Overnight in Phnom Penh
DAY 5: PHNOM PENH
Visit the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda. Then continue your visit at the National Museum. After that visit the notorious Killing Fields "Choeung Ek" . Continue your visit to Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21 prison). Overnight in Phnom Penh
DAY 6: PHNOM PENH - CHAU DOC/ SPEED BOAT
Pick up and transfer to the boat pier for boarding the Express boat to Chau Doc. Arrive at Chau Doc. Pick up and check in hotel. In the afternoon, visit Sam Mountain and the cave pagoda. Welcome dinner and overnight in Chau Doc
DAY 7: CHAU DOC - CAN THO
Have breakfast at hotel and check out. Visiting a village of Cham ethnic minority, Muslim mosque and towel weaving. Then, going to Chua Xu Lady temple at Sam Mountain. Travel onward to Tra Su cajuput forest, taking a boat trip into the forest and harmonizing oneself with nature.. Have lunch then departing for Can Tho. Dinner & overnight in Can Tho.
DAY 8: CAN THO - BEN TRE - HO CHI MINH
Having breakfast at hotel and checking out the room. Board a motorboat for sightseeing the Cai Rang Floating Market - the biggest and most colorful floating market in the Mekong Delta’s region. Then cruising through small creeks to a local house. Returning back to Can Tho and having lunch. Afterward, departing for Sai Gon and on the way stopping at Vinh Long market. Overnight at hotel in Saigon
DAY 9: CU CHI TUNNELS - HO CHI MINH CITY
After breakfast at your hotel, we will drive to the Cu Chi Tunnels, after the visit, have lunch and back to Ho Chi minh city. Start the afternoon city tour with the Reunification Palace; enjoy a visiting the War Remnants Museum then visit the Notre Dame Cathedral & Old Post Office. Overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh
DAY 10: HO CHI MINH CITY – HANOI
Breakfast at your hotel then our driver take you to Tan Son Nhat airport for a morning flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival, meet our local driver and transfer to your hotel for check in. Overnight at hotel in Hanoi
DAY 11: HANOI CITY TOUR
Your day will start at Ho Chi Minh Complex with Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Presidential Palace, the house on stilt and the One-pillar pagoda. Your next stop is Temple of Literature then head to Ethnology Museum. Wrap your day with one hour for cyclo tour around Old Quarter and finish with a Water Puppet show. Overnight at hotel in Hanoi
DAY 12: HANOI – HA LONG BAY
Early breakfast at hotel then departure to Halong . Embark at the cruise at around noon and enjoy your lunch. After lunch, continue your journey to discover Halong Bay – the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Each cruise will have different schedule and you may visit a beautiful cave, have some swimming or other activities. Overnight on board
DAY 13: HA LONG BAY – HANOI
An early wake up will give you a chance to try the Taichi class with the crew or just enjoy sunrise on the bay. Take part in other activities of the 2nd day while the boat cruise back to the Habour. Transfer back to hotel in Hanoi for check in. Overnight at hotel in Hanoi
DAY 14: HANOI DEPARTURE
Coming to the end of your journey, enjoy some free time before your flight home. If time permits, shop around for some last minute purchases or simply relax before your onward departure flight
- Accommodation in shared twin room with air-condition (AC) and private bathroom (Check in time: 14.00/ Check out time: 12.00)
- 2D1N Halong Bay cruise
- Meals as stated in the programme B= breakfast, L= lunch, D= dinner
- Transfers and tours with local English speaking guides in private air-conditioned vehicles
- All entrance fees, boat fees and / or cyclo fees as mentioned in the programme
- Drinking water and cold towels available on the vehicles
- International and Domestic flights (quoted separately, if requested)
- Surcharges for other language guides
- Surcharges for night-time services, especially applied for transfers with arrivals after 23:00 hrs and arrivals or departures before 06:00 hrs.
- Surcharges for Lunar New Year (TET) holiday, Peak season and Compulsory Gala Dinner (TBA at booking time)
- Personal travel insurance
- Personal expenditure, such as drinks, souvenirs, laundry, camera fees, communications, postage, gratuities etc.
- Meals and services other than mentioned in the programme
- Drinks with meals
- Visa
- Early check-in and late check-out at hotels, if not mentioned in the programme
- Tips
