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Vietnam and Cambodia with Cruise
12 Days
Overview:
There are few places with as much awe-inspiring majesty as the emerald jewels of Southeast Asia. Vietnam and Cambodia have captivated travellers for decades and with centuries of history, charm and smiles – it’s easy to see why! Watching the sunrise over Angkor Wat, Siem Reap’s greatest treasure, you’ll be able to marvel at a vast temple structure that may be thousands of years old but is more tranquil and peaceful than you could possibly imagine. Immerse yourself in the local culture and enjoy a Tuk Tuk ride through the busy streets while marvelling at the colonial architecture and the traditional rural villages. You’ll cruise through the limestone labyrinth of Ha Long Bay after spending a day exploring the temples of Hanoi on a bicycle before you dive into the history of Northern Vietnam. Marvel at the lushness of the Central Vietnamese forests and rice paddies in the quaint town of Hoi An, before travelling south to view the unique architecture of the Coa Tai Temple and the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels in Ho Chi Minh City. Stay in luxury hotels and enjoy unique experiences such as cooking classes and morning Tai Chi. This trip will make memories you won’t soon forget.
2 days in Hanoi
2 days cruise on Halong Bay
2 Days in Hoi An
2 days in Ho Chi Minh City
2 Days in Siem Reap
The Plan:
Day 1 Hanoi
Welcome to Vietnam! You will be greeted at the airport by a smiling hostess with a sign, before being fast-tracked through the visa process and meeting your personal driver. From the airport you will be transferred to your hotel to relax and take in Hanoi.
Day 2 Hanoi (Full day tour by car :8 hours )
Today, you will embark on your tour of Hanoi. You’ll be picked up by your driver and taken to see Ho Chi Minh’s former residence and his mausoleum, as well as One Pillar Pagoda and the grand temple of Literature. Enjoy an authentic lunch before seeing Ngoc Son Temple and experiencing a cyclo tour! Finish the day at a water puppet show!
Day 3 Hanoi – HaLong Bay (3 hours by car)
In the morning you will be taken from Hanoi to wonderful Ha Long Bay – enjoy the spectacular scenery en-route. You will board your luxury cruise ship and enjoy a fantastic overnight stay on the bay itself. Enjoy complimentary kayaking and explore the water at your pleasure, before enjoying a lavish dinner in the evening.
Day 4 HaLong Bay – Hanoi (3 hours), Hanoi – Da Nang (1.20 hours), Da Nang – Hoi An (40 mins)
After an early rise to enjoy breakfast and Tai Chi on the boat’s sun deck, you will be privately transported back to Hanoi before flying south to DaNang. Upon arrival, you will be picked up by a personal driver and transported to the ancient town of Hoi An to check into your hotel and relax!
Day 5 Hoi An (Tour with guide by car: 7 hours)
After breakfast you will be met by your English speaking guide who will take you to nearby My Son, a beautiful temple complex that dates back from the early Cham period of Vietnam. Spend time wandering through the impressive temples before being taken back to Hoi An, a spectacular ancient town. Cycle to see the Japanese Bridge and other historical monuments!
Day 6 Hoi An ( Half day morning tour - 5hrs)
You will be met by your guide and taken to experience a fantastic half-day cooking course to uncover the secrets of delicious Vietnamese food! The experience starts with a market tour where you can buy the freshest produce, before a 25-minute boat ride to the open air cooking school. Enjoy your creation amidst the stunning scenery.
Day 7 Hoi An – Da Nang (40 mins), Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh City (1.15 hours)
The morning is yours to spend at your leisure. Later in the day, you’ll be driven back along the ocean road to Da Nang to board your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, you will be met by your personal driver and taken to your hotel to relax and unwind.
Day 8 Ho Chi Minh City (Full day tour with guide by car:8 hours)
Start your exploration of Ho Chi Minh with a visit to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, used to great effect in the Vietnam War. After marvelling at this underground complex, you’ll be taken back to Ho Chi Minh City for a tour of the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Post Office building, before finishing your day at the bustling Ben Thanh Market.
Day 9 Ho Chi Minh City – Siem Reap (1 hour)
Today your diver will transport you to Ho Chi Minh Airport for your flight to Cambodia. After the short flight, you’ll be greeted and fast-tracked through the visa process. Then you’ll be whisked away to your hotel to relax and recuperate.
Day 10 Siem Reap. (Full day tour with guide by car: 12.5 hours)
Start your day early at Angkor Wat to see the incredible sunrise over the magnificent temples! Then, take advantage of your private Tuk Tuk to explore the temples- including the Bayon Temple and the mystical Ta Prohm.
Day 11 Siem Reap (Half day tour with guide by car:5 hours)
Today, you’ll explore Siem Reap and take a Tuk Tuk ride to Lolei, Bakong, and Preah Ko Temples. After this thrilling half-day tour, you will be returned to your hotel where you can enjoy the afternoon at your own leisure.
Day 12 Siem Reap – Hanoi (1.5 hours) (Morning tour with guide by car: 4 hours)
As your time in this wonderful country draws to a close, you will have one more opportunity to take in the majestic temples as your personal guide takes you to see Banteay Srei and Banteay Samre. Afterwards, you will be taken to the Siem Reap Airport to board a flight back home.
Must See:
Hanoi:
Old Quarter, Chua Huoag Perfume Pagoda, White Thai Hill Tribe, Tam Coc Caves, Pagoda of the West
Ha Long Bay :
Cat Ba National Park, Yen Tu Mountain
Hoi An:
Da Nang, Full-Moon Festival, An Bang Beach, Chinese House, Japanese Bridge
Ho Chi Minh City :
The War Remnants Museum, HCMC General Library, Suoi Tien Cultural Park, Can Gio Eco Beach Resort.
Siem Reap:
Bird Sanctuary at Tonle Sap Lake, Crocodile Farm, Tonle Sap Reservoir, Banteay Chhmar.
Memory Makers:
Hanoi
Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour
Discover the historical sights and delectable bites of Hanoi’s Old Quarter on a 2.5-hour food tour of the city. Accompanied by a passionate gastronomic guide, feast your senses on the exotic flavours of Vietnam; sample fresh fruit, sumptuous street food and local delicacies like pork crepes as you stroll amid the antique charm of the Old Quarter.
Vietnamese Countryside Tour
Discover the spectacular Vietnamese countryside by bike and boat on a captivating small-group tour from Hanoi. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and embark on a bike ride through beautiful back roads and verdant rice fields.
Hoi An
Night Time Food Tour
Savour the explosive flavours of local delicacies at market stalls or within restaurants and enjoy an intimate atmosphere on this small-group tour, where numbers are limited to 12 fellow food lovers.
Hoi An Bike Tour and River Cruise
Immerse yourself in the cultural splendour of Hoi An on an enriching 4-hour bicycle and boat tour of the picturesque region. Weave your way through the back streets of Hoi An and discover the verdant beauty of the countryside as you pedal past paddies and quaint towns. Climb aboard a boat for a calming cruise down the majestic Thu Bon River, before savoring a sunset barbecue on the water.
Ho Chi Minh City
Mekong Delta Discovery Tour
Journey from Ho Chi Minh City into the heart of the Mekong Delta on a small-group tour led by an experienced local guide in a private long-tail boat. Explore both jungle-shaded canals and wide waterways to see fishing villages, exotic fruit farms, and so much more!
Street Food Tour
Please palate with the culinary delights of southern Vietnam on a 2.5-hour culinary walking tour of Ho Chi Minh City. With an expert gastronomic guide, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of local markets and rustic restaurants to sample local specialties – try Bahn Mi, Bahn Cahn and Mi Quang!
Siem Reap
Cambodian Circus Show
Be mesmerized by the captivating choreography and hypnotic colour of a Phare performance in Siem Reap. Feast your senses on a 90-minute spectacle that blends riveting theatre with folk music and distinctively Cambodian stories.
Cambodian Village Cooking Class
Gain hands-on experience in the art of Cambodian cuisine during a 3-hour cooking lesson with a local chef. In the morning or afternoon, travel round-trip via tuk-tuk from your hotel to a rural village outside Siem Reap. Eat your creations afterwards!
Weather and climate
Vietnam
The weather in Vietnam fluctuates based on the season and your location. The northern part of the country can get very cold in the winter, but summers tend to be moderate. In Central and South Vietnam, summers are very hot and humid.
Cambodia
Cambodia is a rather flat country and so the weather is fairly uniform throughout the whole country. There are two distinct seasons – the dry season runs from October to April, and the wet season from May to September. May and June are typically the hottest, wettest months of the year.
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