Tour Highlight: Gain a comprehensive insight into the natural and cultural wonders of Vietnam and Cambodia.
Tour type: Private Tour
Departure date: daily departure subject to traveler's schedule and availability
Your Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive Phnom Penh
You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel in Phnom Penh. Our afternoon tour takes us to the Royal Palace & the incredible solid silver-floored Silver Pagoda, the Independence Monument and the chilling Toul Sleng genocidal museum.
Overnight in Phnom Penh
Day 2: Phnom Penh – Siem Riep (B)
Take a morning flight to Siem Reap. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Siem Reap.
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 continue to visit Ta Prohm temple, shrouded in jungle and left just it was founded by French explorers in 1850s. After lunch, 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 Riep
Day 3: 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 Riep
Day 4: Siem Reap - Ho Chi Minh (B)
Transfer to the Siem Reap airport for a short flight to Ho Chi Minh. Transfer and check in the hotel on arrival.
Our city tour starts with visit the Reunification Palace (also known as Independence Palace). It is one of the most fascinating sights in Sai Gon and was once the symbol of the South Vietnamese government. We continue to bustling China Town and Ben Thanh market for shopping.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh
Day 5: Mekong Delta (B/L)
We drive southwards to the Vinh Long Province, which is situated between two branches of the downstream Mekong river. On arrival, we enjoy a boat trip along the river’s narrow waterways, overhung with dense vegetation and visit the Cai Be floating market. We will have the opportunity to try exotic fruits in one of the many orchards. For lunch, we will serve you the local delicacy - an Elephant’s-Ear fish. Drive back to Saigon.
Overnight in Saigon
Day 6: Ho Chi Minh – Da Nang – Hoi An (B)
Free at leisure until transfer to airport to take flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, transfer to Hoi An and relax for the rest of the day.
Overnight in Hoi An
Day 7: Hoi An-Hue (B)
In the morning, we will enjoy a half-day walking tour through the narrow winding streets of the Ancient Quarter visiting Chua Ong Pagoda, Chinese Assembly Halls, the 200-year old Tam Ky ancestral house, the Japanese Covered Bridge and the colorful local markets.
We take a road journey to Hue, the last Emperor capital of Vietnam. After short break on arrival, we visit the Imperial Citadel, created in the 19th century for the Emperors under Nguyen Dynasty and the colorful Dong Ba market.
Overnight in Hue
Day 8: Hue sightseeing - Hanoi (B)
In the morning, we travel by boat along the Perfum River to visit Thien Mu Pagoda, one of the best religious sites in Hue. Here we can see the 21-meter high octagonal tower. We then drive outskirt of Hue to visit the impressive royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc before heading to airport to take flight to Hanoi.
Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel in Hanoi. You then enjoy 1 hour cyclo tour through the bustling Old Quarter. In the evening, enjoy a Water Puppet show performance
Overnight in Hanoi
Day 9: 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. Drive back Hanoi in late afternoon.
Overnight in Hanoi
Day 10: Hanoi Depart (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
- 9 night accommodation in comfortable hotels on a twin-share basic
- 9 Breakfasts (B), 2 Lunches (L) as shown in the itinerary
- 4 regional flights (economy class): Phnom Penh – Siem Reap, Siem Reap – Saigon, Saigon –Danang, Hue - Hanoi
- 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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