Vietnam & Cambodia Travel

Highlights: Hanoi - Halong - Hue - Danang - Hoi An - Saigon - Mekong Delta - Siem Reap - Phnom Penh

Day 1 : Arrival in Hanoi
Day 2 : Hanoi City tour
Day 3 : Hanoi - Halong bay (overnight on boat)
Day 4 : Halong Bay – Hanoi
Day 5 : Hanoi – Fly to Hue - Hue Half Day Tour
Day 6 : Hue City Tour and Boat Trip
Day 7 : Hue - Hoi An Half Day Walking Tour
Day 8 : Hoi An - Free day
Day 9 : Hoi An - My Son Holy Land
Day 10 : Hoi An - Fly to Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnel
Day 11 : Ho Chi Minh - Can Tho/ Mekong Delta
Day 12 : Mekong Delta – Ho Chi Minh City
Day 13 : Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Day 14 : Ho Chi Minh City - Fly to Siem Riep - Siem Reap Tour
Day 15 : Angkor Temple Complex Tour
Day 16 : Siem Riep Tour
Day 17 : Siem Riep – Boat Trip to Phnom Penh
Day 18 : Phnom Penh Tour
Day 19 : Departure

Day 1: Arrival in  Hanoi

After the flight you will be transferred to accommodation in our hotel. Tonight we will have a welcome dinner in one of the fine restaurants in Hanoi.

Included : A/C private car, Hotel in Hanoi, Tour guide, Dinner

Day 2: Hanoi City tour

In the morning we will visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, His House on stilts, the One Pillar Pagoda, the outside of the Presidential Palace and the Temple of Literature which was Vietnam's first University. In the afternoon we will go to the intriguing Ethnology Museum followed by an hour on a cyclo (a pedal rickshaw) being taken round the old quarter of Hanoi. Then we can enjoy the ancient and unique water-puppet show.

Included : A/C private car, Hotel in Hanoi, Tour guide, Entrance fee, Breakfast, Lunch

Notes:
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum opening time: Open from Tuesday to Thursday and weekends from 8am to 11pm. Closed on Mondays and Fridays. The mausoleum is closed for two months of the year, usually October and November, when Ho Chi Minh’s body is maintenance by Russian expert.

Day 3: Hanoi - Halong bay

In the morning we depart for Halong Bay. When we are there we cruise in this secluded bay, marveling at 3000 limestone peaks that emerge from the emerald water. We have opportunity to visit spectacular limestone cave, swim from our boat, and especially we can do kayaking to explore the hidden charm part of the bay. Overnight on boat.

Included : A/C private car, Tour guide, Boat Trip in Halong (A/C private cabin for 02 persons on boat), Entrance fee, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Halong Bay – Hanoi

In the morning we do some more kayaking to explore Luon cave and from here we are kayaking toward Turtle islet, Human Head islet, and the Saddle islet. After having lunch on boat we are leaving Ha Long for Hanoi.

Included : A/C private car, Tour guide, Hotel in Hanoi, Entrance fee, Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5: Hanoi – Fly to Hue

This morning we catch a one-hour flight to Hue. Arriving Hue we can look forward to exploring the superb sights of the city . In the afternoon we explore the Citadel, the Imperial City and the Forbidden Purple City.

Included : A/C private car, Tour guide, Flight ticket : Hanoi – Hue (Vietnam Airline), Entrance fee, Breakfast, Entrance fee

Day 6: Hue Boat Trip

This morning we make our way down to the Perfume River to embark on a riverboat journey. We visit the Thien Mu pagoda (the Pagoda of the Heavenly Lady). After that we continue to the elaborate Tu Duc tombs of the Nguyen emperors. On our return we visit Dong Ba market. Dinner at local restaurants.

Included : A/C private car, Tour guide, Boat Trip, Hotel in Hue, Entrance fee, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Hue - Hoi An

We travel through the high pass of Hai Van with its spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean en route to Hoi An. On the way we also visit Cham museum, China Beach and the marble village. In the afternoon we will enjoy a walking tour of the Old Town with its narrow, winding streets, visiting the Fukien Assembly Hall, the 200 year old Tan Ky house, the Japanese covered bridge, the Hoi An Museum and the handicraft workshops. After that we are free to go shopping, go to the nearby beach, or even have some clothes made which can be picked up the very next day.

Included : A/C private car, Tour guide, Hotel in Hoi An, Entrance fee, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Hoi An - Free day

Today we are free at our leisure.

Included : A/C private car, Hotel in Hoi An, Breakfast

Day 9: Hoi An - My Son

Today we visit My Son, a relic of the Cham civilization which dates back from the 4th to the 12th century. We will return at noon giving us more time to explore quaint Hoi An. We also can take part in a cooking class showing us how to prepare the best Vietnamese and Hoi An specialties.
Included : A/C private car, Tour guide, Hotel in Hoi An, Entrance fee, Breakfast

Day 10: Hoi An - Fly to Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnel

We will take a short flight to Ho Chi Minh city early this morning, and after breakfast we will head for the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels. In the early afternoon we will return to Ho Chi Minh city (Saigon), a fascinating mix of old and new for us to explore at your leisure.

Included : A/C private car, Hotel in Saigon, Tour guide, Flight ticket : Hanoi – Hue (Vietnam Airline), Entrance fee, Breakfast

Day 11: Ho Chi Minh - Mekong Delta

We head for the mighty Mekong delta today. At Vinh Long town we will board a local boat so we can zigzag through the intricate waterways of the Mekong. We will lunch at a local house, stop to visit cottage industries and spend the night at the simple lodging of a local family in the Mekong delta.

Included : A/C private car, Tour guide, Homestay, Boat trip in Mekong Delta, Entrance fee, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 12: Mekong – Ho Chi Minh City

Our day will begin with a boat trip along the endless waterway of the mighty Mekong River to Cai Be floating market. One of the most beautiful floating markets in the region. After that we have chance to see how the local people making: pop corn, and rice paper. In the afternoon we go back to Ho Chi Minh, and the rest of the day at leisure.

Included : A/C private car, Tour guide, Hotel in Saigon, Boat trip in Mekong Delta, Entrance fee, Breakfast, Lunch

Day 13: Ho Chi Minh City

Today we tour around the city to visit the highlights of Saigon including: Notre Dame cathedral, General Post Office, Formal Presidential Palace, Museum of War Remnants, and Ben Thanh market.

Included : A/C private car, Tour guide, Hotel in Saigon, Entrance fee, Breakfast, Lunch

Day 14: Ho Chi Minh City - Siem Riep

Today we bid farewell to Vietnam and after a short flight we arrive Siem Riep. In the afternoon we begin to explore Angkor with the Rolous group of temple before climbing to the hilltop temple of Phnom Bakheng for a spectacular sunset.

Included : A/C private car, Tour guide, Flight ticket : Saigon – Siem Reap (Vietnam Airline), Entrance fee, Breakfast

Day 15: Angkor Temple complex

After breakfast we drive out to the Pre Rup and East Mebon visit Banteay Srey (the Woman temple). In the afternoon we explore the majestic Angkor Wat - The Wonder of the World - a truly memorable experience.

Included : A/C private car, Tour guide, Hotel in Siem Reap, Entrance fee, Breakfast

Day 16: Siem Riep

This morning we visit the ruins of Taprohm (the Jungle Temple) before heading to Banteay Kdei and the nearby lake of Sra Srang. In the afternoon we explore the Angkor Thom.
Included : A/C private car, Tour guide, Hotel in Siem Reap, Entrance fee, Breakfast

Day 17: Siem Riep – Phnom Penh

In the morning we travel by hydrofoil to Phnom Penh. In the afternoon we will visit the Wat Phnom the pagoda is dedicate to the founder of the city, Madam Penh.
Included : A/C private car, Tour guide, Boat Trip, Hotel in Phnom Penh, Entrance fee, Breakfast

Day 18: Phnom Penh

Today there is a full-day sightseeing in the national capital including the National museum, the Royal Palace, the Silver pagoda, the Tuol Sleng, the horrific killing field, and the Russian market.

Included : A/C private car, Tour guide, Hotel in Phnom Penh, Entrance fee, Breakfast

Day 19: Departure

Will be transfer for our  flight out of Cambodia. The trip concludes.

Included : A/C private car, Breakfast

Trip Price Included:

-          Private tour

-          English speaking guide/s (other languages upon requests)

-          All accommodation on twin share basis

-          Meals indicated in the itinerary (18 breakfast, 7 lunches, 3 dinners)

-          En-suite cabin on deluxe cruise in Halong Bay

-          All transfer & transports by private A/C coaches or cars

-          Sightseeing as indicated entrance fees and permits

-          Domestic flights: Hanoi - Hue, Danang - Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam Airline, tax include)

-          International airfares:  Saigon -  Siem Reap

-          Domestic airport tax in Vietnam

Trip Price Excluded:

-          International airfares

-          International departure tax

-          Visas and visa fees

-          Meals and beverage not indicated in the itinerary

-          Personal expenses such as: bar, telephone and laundry bill

-          Personal travel insurance (Compulsory)

-          Tips and gratuities

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