Overview
Take an unforgettable adventure through two of the most colourful yet contrasting cultures in South East Asia. Starting off in Vietnam, cruise through dramatic karst scenery on a boat tour of Ha Long Bay, step back Ba Na Hill, soak up the old-world charm of Hoi An and be awed by the endless energy of Ho Chi Minh City. In Cambodia, discover the country’s fascinating history and culture in Phnom Penh’s heaving streets and in the awe-inspiring temples of Angkor. This is a journey that draws you away from the crowds and into heart and soul of this captivating region, and its equally enchanting people.
Itinerary
Arrival in Noi Bai international airport, meet our driver and transfer to hotel, check in and free at leisure. Regular check in time: 02:00 PM. Early check in NOT INCLUDED
Free day to explore Hanoi City. You can independently explore prominent attractions in the city. Enjoying flavorful street food with reasonable prices. Overnight in Hanoi.
08:15 – 08:45: Hotel or private address pick up with our shuttle bus. Short break half way.
11:45 – 12:00: Arriving Tuan Chau marina, transferred by tender of La Pandora cruises.
12:45 – 13:00: Welcome aboard the cruise. Refresh with our welcome drink. Meet the captain, crew in the cruise briefing, safety instruction.
13:00 – 13:15: A special lunch in Vietnamese cuisine of fresh seafood and an assortment of appetizing favorites are served while sailing through Islets of Con Vit.
16:00: The Cruise sails through Lan Ha Bay. The area is surrounded by extraordinary limestone karsts landscapes. We progress to the Ong Cam Area of Lan Ha Bay- a separate part of Ha Long Bay. This is a quiet tourist paradise in Vietnam, enjoy kayaking and/or enjoy swimming in the crystal-clear waters of the Bay.
17:30 Back to La Pandora Cruise, drop anchor for staying overnight. Enjoy cooking demonstrations (teaching you how to make our speciality, Spring rolls) and the complimentary Sunset Party on the sundeck with local wine and fresh fruit.
19:00: Dinner is served in the restaurant. Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful onboard catering staff. After dinner, retire to your cabin or join the fishing excursion, watch a movie, have a drink at the bar, wifi access or play exciting games.
Overnight on board.
06:00: Enjoy sunrise and admire the never ending miraculous scenery of the Bay.
06:30: Light breakfast, coffee and tea served.
07:00: Visit Dark & Bright Cave and islets by local rowing boats which is a wild and mysterious beauty in the middle of the World Heritage.
09:15: Back to our La Pandora Cruise, relax before checking out.
10:00: Lunch is served on board.
12:00: Disembark at the Tuan Chau marina by tender. Take our shuttle bus to return to Hanoi
15:00 – 15:30: Arrival back at your hotel or home.
Our representative will pick you up from your hotel at the designated time.
Our driver will then transfer you to Noi Bai Airport, ensuring a comfortable and timely journey. Along the way, you can enjoy the last glimpses of Ha Noi's vibrant streets and landmarks.
Check in Danang’s hotel and free at leisure, take a rest!
Overnight in Danang.
Breakfast at hotel
08:00 Our driver and tour guide will pick up you and start to visit Ba Na Hills
09:30 Arrive at cable car station. You take some photos when our guide get tickets
- You spend 20 mins to use cable car line
- After finishing the cable car line, you will use Golden bridge, Le Jardin garden
- Using the short cable car line to go to French village
- Enjoy 105 free games at Fantasy Park and speed slide
12:00 You use lunch at the restaurant
- You have free time to take photos in French villages.
- Join in excited dances
15:00 You would gather to use the return cable car line
16:00 Transfer to hotel. Overnight in Danang.
This is the best option for you to explore Da Nang city with Linh Ung Pagoda - Lady Buddha, Marble mountains, and connect with Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle. Experience basket boat rowing then discover Hoi An Ancient Town - take beautiful photos with Lantern Light on the same day.
Pick you up at your hotel or meeting point. Your first stop is Son Tra, nicknamed “Monkey Mountain” by American troops. The national park stands 693 meters above sea level, and its location on a peninsula affords breathtaking views of the surrounding sea.
Whilst there, Linh Ung pagoda - home to the tallest statue of the Goddess of Mercy in Southeast Asia will be one of your unforgettable memories. The 67 - meter tall statue is located on top of a lotus-shaped platform and features 21 miniature Buddha sculptures.
Next, you’ll definitely be impressed by the Marble Mountains.
Admire beautiful caves, and historic Buddhist pagodas, spend time exploring and absorbing knowledge about religions, and gain insight into differences between Buddhism and Hinduism Move to the Stone Carving Village of Non-Nuoc so that you can admire stone fine art and buy some nice souvenirs.
11:30-12:00: Enjoy some local cuisine at a local restaurant before visiting Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle and Hoi An Ancient Town.
13:00: Continue your adventure with Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle and spend your time enjoying the peaceful, green space of Coconut Forest and hands-on experience of round net and cast net fishing, especially enjoying basket boat rowing.
14:30: Then Hoi An Ancient town welcomes you to visit Phuc Kien Pagoda, Phung Hung ancient house, the Japanese Bridge, Museum,...
Shopping at Hoi An Central Market. Walk around the historic old town and be amazed by the influences from China, Japan, and Vietnam.
16:30: Dinner at the local restaurant. Free your time with the night market and enjoy the shimmering space of Hoi An .
17:00: You'll then be transferred back to your hotel in Da Nang.
Overnight in Danang.
Our representative will pick you up from your hotel at the designated time.
Our driver will then transfer you to Danang Airport, ensuring a comfortable and timely journey. Along the way, you can enjoy the last glimpses of Danang's vibrant streets and landmarks.
Check in Saigon’s hotel and free at leisure, take a rest!
Overnight in Saigon.
Take the morning trip to visit Independence Palace, also known as the Reunification palace, which was built on the site of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu. Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office. Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of both the Indochina wars.
Have lunch at a local restaurant.
Departing for Cu Chi tunnel, the trip will take approximately one and a half hours bus driving. Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction followed by an introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the war time. Then, spend your time exploring the remaining area and tunnel systems which include the specially constructed living areas with kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purposes during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served.
Break time for relaxing or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun.
Return to Saigon. End trip. Overnight in Saigon.
A smooth one-and-half-hour bus ride through rice field scenery along National Highway 1 brings you to the beautiful rural district of Trung Luong.
On arrival at My Tho, after visiting Vinh Trang pagoda, take a leisurely cruise on the Tien River to view the four beautiful islands: Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise. Boats pass by the fish rafts along the Tien River, overlooking the Rach Mieu Bridge. Stroll along the village road, visit the orchard and enjoy seasonal fruit & honey tea to the sound of "Southern Vietnamese folk music" performed by locals.
Riding a hand-rowed sampan through the Tan Thach canal. Then visit the coconut candy mill and take an amazing rowing boat trip along the small canal on a hand-rowed sampan under the shadow of the water coconut trees along natural canals.
Enjoy lunch at the local restaurant; Then the motorboat will take you back to the cruise. Meet on the bus and return to Ho Chi Minh City. This trip provides a fascinating insight into daily life in the Mekong Delta, and you are guaranteed to take home your private collection of beautiful memories.
Overnight in Saigon.
Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for check in. Afternoon, we continued to visit Artisan D’Angkor, a handicraft center, the Handicraft center for the wood and stone carving processes. Continued visit to Wat Thmey or Killing Field, contains a unique glass-walled stupa containing the bones of victims of the Khmer Rouge.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
After breakfast, visit The South Gate of Angkor Thom: Bayon Temple, The Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, Elephant and Leper King Terrace. Continue to visit Ta Prohm (the jungle temple). After lunch, visit Thommanan, Chaosay Tevoda, Ta Keo: small, attractive temples in very good condition, built all at the same time as Angkor Wat. Continue to Angkor Wat: The “7th Wonders Of the World”. World Heritage Site since 1992, famous for its beauty and splendor. Angkor Wat features the longest continuous bas-relief in the world, which runs along the outer gallery walls and narrates stories from Hindu mythology. Continue visit to Bakheng Hill: Sunset viewing on the top of the hill. Bakheng is the first major temple to be constructed in the Angkor area; this temple-mountain offers extraordinary views of the Tonle Sap and Angkor Wat.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
This morning, free at your own leisure until assemble time transfer to Airport your flight back.
Trip ends!
Includes/Excludes
Includes
- All Transportation with A/C as mentioned,
- Hotel in DOUBLE/ TWIN room basis
- with daily breakfast
- English speaking guide at sightseeing time
- Meals as stated in the itinerary (B) for
- breakfast, (L) for lunch or (D) for dinner.
- All sightseeing tickets, Bana hill cable car.
- Water on bus (01 bottle / pax / day)
Excludes
- International flight ticket
- Domestic flight
- Beverage, Personal expenses, and gratuities
- Travel insurance, bank fee
- Vietnam visa fee
FAQs
Vietnam offers a unique blend of natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture. From the stunning landscapes of Halong Bay and the terraced rice fields of Sapa to the ancient cities of Hoi An and Hue, Vietnam has something for every traveler. Immerse yourself in bustling markets, savor the flavorful cuisine, and experience the warm hospitality of the Vietnamese people.
Some of the must-visit attractions in Vietnam include:
- Halong Bay: A UNESCO World Heritage site known for its breathtaking limestone karsts and emerald waters.
- Hoi An Ancient Town: A charming UNESCO World Heritage site with well-preserved historic buildings and vibrant lantern-lit streets.
- Cu Chi Tunnels: Explore the vast underground network used during the Vietnam War.
- Mekong Delta: Experience the vibrant river life, floating markets, and lush greenery of the Mekong Delta region.
- Imperial Citadel of Hue: Discover the ancient royal capital of Vietnam with its majestic palaces and citadel.
Vietnam offers a wide range of activities, including:
- Trekking and homestays in the mountainous regions of Sapa and Mai Chau.
- Cruising along the Mekong Delta and exploring its intricate waterways.
- Cooking classes to learn the art of Vietnamese cuisine.
- Cycling through the picturesque countryside of Hoi An.
- Scuba diving and snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters of Nha Trang.
Vietnam is generally a safe country to travel in. However, it’s always important to take standard precautions and be aware of your surroundings. It’s advisable to keep your belongings secure, avoid walking alone late at night, and follow any local guidelines or advice
The best time to visit Vietnam depends on the specific regions you plan to explore. Generally, the months of April to June and September to November offer pleasant weather across the country. However, each region has its own climate and unique attractions, so it’s worth considering the specific activities and destinations you have in mind.
Booking a trip to Vietnam is easy. You can either plan and book everything yourself or enlist the help of a trusted travel agency. Research online, read reviews, and compare prices to find the best deals. If you prefer a hassle-free experience, a reputable travel agency can help you tailor an itinerary, arrange accommodations, transportation, and provide local insights for a seamless journey.
