Highlights Of Vietnam And Cambodia
8N/9DHanoi (1N) - Ha Long Bay (1N) - Hanoi (1N) - Saigon (2N) - Siem Reap (3N)
Vietnam in south-eastern Asia is arguably one of the most beautiful countries on the continent offering a blend of natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture, making it an ideal destination for tourists.
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HANOI – HANOI CITY TOURWelcome to Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam.
Upon your arrival in Noi Bai International Airport, meet up with your tour guide and then transfer to the city center; you will soon feel the bustling daily life along the streets.
Take the first visit to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum & Complex; your tour guide will brief you about the revolutionary life of the monumental Ho Chi Minh leader who led Vietnam to independence while walking around his old offices and stilt house. On the way back to your car, make a quick stop at One Pillar Pagoda – a unique architecture which was inspired by the pure beauty of the lotus flower. Next drive takes you to the Temple of Literature, the first university of Vietnam, which was built in the 11th Century and follows Confucius philosophy. This afternoon, continue walking to explore the Hanoi Old Quarter. Walk through narrow and evocative streets; you will have the closest view to the French-colonial architectures of ancient buildings and family-run vendor stores.
Overnight in Hanoi
Meal: None
HANOI – HALONG BAY CRUISE WITH LOCAL LUNCH AND DINNER (SIC TRANSFER)Breakfast at hotel.
From Hanoi, you will travel to Halong Bay in an air-conditioned car. After that, board your traditional junk, where the crew welcomes you with a scrumptious lunch buffet. You can take memorable family photos on the sundeck with the backdrop of thousands of limestone karsts, dotted with isles covered in lush green nature.
If you’d prefer exciting family activities, kayaking is a must-try activity, especially when it is sunset. Paddle your boat through the emerald water and unveil the amazing wonders of this proud UNESCO Heritage Site. You will have exclusive breathtaking photo ops from the boat. Before dinner time, you can join a cooking course to make Vietnamese nem, another delicious recipe for your family meal. At night, if the weather conditions are ideal, you can have a fun fishing competition with your kids on deck. The thrill of catching fresh cuttlefish in the magical scenery is an experience you will never forget.
Overnight on the Cruise.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on Cruise
HALONG BAY – HANOI (SIC TRANSFER)Breakfast at hotel.
A Tai Chi course is offered in the refreshing morning air on the sundeck before breakfast. Optionally, you can continue exploring the magnificent nature of Halong Bay by visiting Sung Sot Cave or the charming Ti Top Island. Continue cruising through the tall limestone karsts. After lunch, you will return to Hanoi. Check in at the hotel and have the rest of the day at your leisure.
Overnight in Hanoi
Meal: Breakfast, Brunch/Lunch on Cruise
HANOI - SAIGONBreakfast at hotel.
Take a flight to Saigon, currently known as Ho Chi Minh, the largest city, business and financial hub of Vietnam which is located in the North of Vietnam, the “Indochina Pearl” – Ho Chi Minh City, or formerly known as Saigon. On arrival, our friendly tour guide with a private driver will welcome you at Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Just a short transfer to the city center. Check in your hotel and then take your free time at leisure.
Overnight in Saigon
Meal: Breakfast
SAIGON CITY TOUR WITH LOCAL LUNCH – CU CHI TUNNELS (SIC BASIS)Breakfast at hotel.
We start the trip by visiting Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office, followed by exploring the Reunification Palace and the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum.
PM: Cu Chi Tunnels. Located 60km from HCMC, Cu Chi is now a popular spot for both Vietnamese & foreign tourists - the network of over 200km of tunnels became lege ndary when they played a vital role in the War. In their heyday, the tunnels were functioning underground cities including numerous trap doors, specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers & kitchens. Today, ducks and water buffalos happily coexist in the rivers along the side of the road. However, the peaceful rural rice paddy scenery belies the area’s violent history. Visitors will find it hard to imagine the destruction, damage & defoliation over this whole area, caused by bombing and mines. There is plenty of evidence of the fierce battle that took place here during the 1960s when Cu Chi was a Free Target Zone. Start our tour in the morning, before entering the tunnels visitors can watch a short introductory video showing how the tunnels were constructed. You will spend the next hour exploring the tunnels. Afterwards, enjoy tea, cassava (guerrilla’s food during the war). Return to Saigon.
Overnight in Saigon
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch at local restaurant
SAIGON – SIEM REAP - LOCAL DINNER (SIC BASIS)Breakfast at hotel.
Proceed to the airport for your flight to Siem Reap.
Welcome to Siem Reap, the second-largest city of Cambodia. Meet and greet on arrival at Siem Reap International airport, then transfer to your selection hotel. Transfer to Dinner with Apsara dance show at local restaurant (No Indian Food)
Overnight in Siem Reap
Meal: Breakfast, Dinner at local restaurant
ANGKOR COMPLEX TOUR WITH LOCAL LUNCH (SIC BASIS)Breakfast at hotel.
Pick-up time is 7:40 am to 8:00 am. We will pick you up from the hotel to meet other travelers and spend the full day exploring one of the largest and most beautiful temple complexes in the world. This World Heritage Site is a journey through mysterious and magnificent structures. First, we visit Angkor Wat and walk through one of the most important of the no less than 110 temples. Learn about the history of the monument as the world's largest religious site with your expert guide. Then, we take a short drive to the Angkor Thom temple complex, which includes the 12th-century Bayon. The 54 four-headed Buddha statues are one of the most impressive sights of this temple complex. Enjoy lunch, and then visit the Ta Prohm Temple, which has been left in its original state and is partly overgrown with trees and huge roots. It was also used as a backdrop for the film Tomb Raider starring Angelina Jolie.
When the sky starts to darken, this is the perfect time to head to Phnom Bakheng and take in a memorable sunset. Now you are ready to head back to your hotel for the night.
Overnight in Siem Reap
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch at local restaurant
PHNOM KULEN MOUNTAIN WITH LOCAL LUNCH (SIC BASIS)Breakfast at hotel.
Depart from your hotel at between 7:45 am–8:20 am via shared vehicle to Phnom Kulen National Park. This journey takes you through rural Cambodian villages, where you may observe locals going about their everyday lives and admire beautiful landscapes such as rice paddies and traditional dwellings.
Afterward, we continue to the hilltop of Phnom Kulen, and our knowledgeable local guide will take you to the most spectacular tourist attractions in the national park, including the largest and most beautiful waterfalls, the reclining Buddha sculpture, and the River of Thousand Linga, which was constructed in 802 AD. After all the crawling, we stop for lunch (personal expense) at a nearby waterfall, where you can enjoy a variety of Khmer cuisine.
After having a great lunch, we continue with a visit to a local market and the Palm Sugar Village, where we make palm sugar out of palm juice using traditional methods that have been passed down from one generation to the next. Drop off at your hotel or the Old market.
Overnight in Siem Reap
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch at local restaurant
TONLE SAP LAKE (SIC BASIS) – DEPARTUREBreakfast at hotel.
Meet your English-speaking guide at your hotel between 07:30AM-08:00AM and drive to the quiet fishing village of Kompong Phluk and board a shared boat. Visit the serene floating village and discover the centuries-old lifestyle of the lake's inhabitants. Cruise on the Tonle Sap Lake and enjoy the natural splendor of the area. After a peaceful day on the lake, return to the port and drive back to Siem Reap Town. Explore not only the biggest lake in SouthEast Asia with its beautiful scenery, but also the culture of the local people who live on and off the water.
Relax for a bit on the way back and then hop-off for a short visit to the village of Khmer with its traditional Khmer houses. Arrive back at your hotel around 11:00 AM.
Transfer out to the airport for flight to your next destination.
Meal: Breakfast
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Overview
Vietnam, located in Southeast Asia, is a captivating country known for its rich history, stunning landscapes, vibrant cities, and diverse cultural heritage. From bustling markets and ancient temples to lush rice paddies and breathtaking natural wonders, Vietnam offers a unique blend of experiences for travelers. Vietnam has to offer Halong Bay, Hanoi, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi Tunnels, Sapa, Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, Mekong Delta, Cultural Heritage.
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