We end with Asia’s most memorable sight – the temples of Angkor. This is a journey for those seeking a deeper understanding of Vietnam’s culture and landscape, with a look into the enchanting country of Cambodia’s history, both past and present
Tour Type: Private Tour
Departure date: daily departure subject to traveler's schedule and availability
Your Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive Hanoi
You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel in Hanoi. The rest of day is free at leisure.
Overnight in Hanoi
Day 2: Hanoi - Halong bay (B/L)
We take a three-hour scenic drive crossing paddy-fields and villages in the Red River Delta to Halong Bay. On arrival, we get in boat for a fantastic cruise on the emerald green waters of the Bay (approx. 4 hours). We will enjoy lunch with fresh seafood while having a cool drink before leave the boat to see the Heavenly Palace Grotto and Driftwood cave, one of the highlights around the Bay.
Overnight in Halong
Day 3: Halong – Hanoi (B)
In the morning, we return to Hanoi and continue with half-day excursion in Hanoi.We will visit the Museum of Ethnology, which is an excellent museum containing the ethnic costumes of the various minorities of VN, as well as relics, tools and even full size replicas of their homes and buildings. Take in the Temple of Literature, the first Vietnam University dating to 1070. We then enjoy a Cyclo tour through the Old Quarter, walk around the Hoan Kiem Lake before attending a famous Water Puppet show.
Overnight in Hanoi
Day 4: Hanoi – Hue sightseeing (B)
A short domestic flight takes you from Hanoi to Hue, the ancient Imperial city. In the afternoon we begin to see the Imperial Citadel and Forbidden City, created in the 19th century for the Emperors under Nguyen Dynasty. We then drive outskirts of Hue to the impressive tomb of King Khai Dinh. Our last stop today is the Dong Ba market.
Overnight in Hue
Day 5: Hue – Hoi An – night walk (B)
This morning we take a boat ride along the romantic Perfume River. We stop at Thien Mu Pagoda to see the 7-storey octagonal tower and an old Austin car which transported the bonze Thich Quang to Saigon in 1963 for his self-immolation.
This afternoon we travel by road over spectacular Hai Van pass to Hoi An ancient town. Enjoy a night walking tour around the town.
Overnight in Hoi An
Day 6: Hoi An-Danang-Saigon (B)
In the morning we will have a short drive to Da Nang airport and take a flight to Saigon, the Metropolis of the South. Transfer and check in the hotel on arrival. In the afternoon we come to see the Notre Dame Cathedral, the War Remnants Museum before end the day with a visit to China Town.
Overnight in Saigon
Day 7: Cruising in Mekong delta (B/L)
After breakfast we travel out of Ho Chi Minh and spend full day floating through waterways on an exploration of the lush Mekong Delta region. Upon arrival Vinh Long province, we will boat through the lush green vegetations of the canals to an orchard, where you leave boat for a delicious lunch complete with a local delicacy – the Elephant’s Eye Fish. Continue taking a boat trip to Cai Be floating market which offers great insight into the daily lives of the locals along the rivers and canals. Drive back to Ho Chi Minh.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh
Day 8: Ho Chi Minh - Phnom Penh (B)
Transfer to airport to take flight to Phnom Penh. You will be picked up and transferred for hotel check in. We will start touring around Phnom Penh. We will visit to the Royal Palace & incredible silver-floored Silver Pagoda, the Independence Monument and the chilling Toul Sleng genocidal Museum.
Overnight in Phnom Penh
Day 9: Phnom Penh – Siem Riep (B)
We fly to Siem Reap in the morning. We spend the rest of day discovering the famous Angkor Complex. We enter the South Gate of Angkor Thom Temple and marvel the wonders of the eerie Bayon, the terrace of Elephants and terrace of Leper King. Afterwards, we visit the Angkor Wat Temple. The architectural master piece was built in the 12th century, took 30 years to complete and represents the Khmer civilization at its grandest. Enjoy the superb view of sunset from Phnom Bakheng hill.
Overnight in Siem Reap
Day 10: Siem Reap (B)
Today we continue our journey discovering the wonders of Angkor with visits to several outlying ancient temples: Banteay Srey, one of the most unusual temples of Angkor, Cambodia. It lies 20 km due north of the main group. It is built largely of red sandstone, which is covered with elaborate and deeply carved decoration.Ta Prohm Temple: Unlike most of the other Angkor temples, Ta Prohm has been left just it was founded: the photogenic and atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the jungle surroundings have made it one of Angkor's most popular temples with visitors. Ta Keo: an incomplete temple in the Khleang style built as the state temple of Jayavarman V. The Banteay Kdei Temple: a massive Buddhist monastery from the latter part of the 12th century is surrounded by for concentric walls.
Overnight in Siem Reap
Day 11: Siem Reap Departure (B)
Free at leisure until transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Tour Prices are in US$ for per person. Price depends on your group size and tour grade of your chosen.
Please contact tour operator for the exact price of your group.
Price Inclusions:
- Private boat trips on Halong Bay, Perfume River and Mekong Delta
- 10 nights hotel accommodation on a twin-share basic
- 10 Breakfasts (B), 2 Lunches (L) as shown in the itinerary
- 4 regional flights (economy class): Hanoi – Hue, Danang – Saigon, Saigon – Phnom Penh , Phnom Penh – Siem Reap
- Local English speaking guide throughout
- All land transportation by private air conditioned vehicle
- Tour arrival and departure airport transfers
- Sightseeing fees.
Price Exclusions:
- Visa fees
- Personal Expenses
- Early check-in and late check-out at the hotels
- International flights to Indochina
- Additional expenses in case of force major.
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