Discover Vietnam and Cambodia | Itinerary

Begin the day with a tasty breakfast. Today, you'll travel to Ninh Binh, which is south of Hanoi. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes, including Tam Coc Caves and the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, where old temples dedicated to King Dinh and King Le can be found.

Your visit to Ninh Binh starts with a boat trip in Tam Coc. You'll see amazing limestone islands rising from the green rice fields, creating a scenery similar to Halong Bay in Vietnam. Afterward, you'll head to the site that used to be the kings' palace in the 10th century. Now, it's famous for the wooden reliefs at the Dinh and Le temples. Lunch is included in the plan. In the late afternoon, you'll return to Hanoi and spend the night at the hotel.

After having breakfast, today you'll head to Halong Bay, a place recognized as a World Heritage site by UNESCO in 1994. When you reach Halong, you'll hop on a boat to explore the beautiful bay, often referred to as the "Descending Dragon" bay. It's known for its unique limestone rocks and small island grottoes.

Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring fresh seafood while on board. You can also visit the Surprising Grotto, go for a swim or kayak, pass by floating villages, and get close to small islands to appreciate their beauty. Return to the boat for dinner. In the evening, participate in boat activities or simply relax. You'll spend the night on the boat, and dinner will be provided.

After having breakfast, you'll go on a boat trip to Luon Cave, which is like a peaceful pool inside an island in Halong with clear green water. On the way back to Halong Wharf, you'll pass through an area with many islands, each with interesting names like Cock-Fighting Rock, Sail Island, Incense Burner Rock, or Sea Dog Rock.

Once back at Halong Wharf, we'll head to Hanoi airport to catch a flight to Saigon (now known as Ho Chi Minh City). When we arrive, our representative will take us to the city centre to check in at the hotel. We'll spend the night at the hotel in Saigon.

Start your day with breakfast. Today, we'll go to the Mekong Delta. When we get there, we'll hop on a boat and cruise along the mighty Mekong River. We'll make a stop at one of the four islands in the area to see the sights. Next, you'll ride in small boats rowed by local people through narrow canals with water coconut trees to visit the local factories.

After that, you will enjoy a horse-cart ride along peaceful village roads. In the evening, we'll drive back to Saigon, with a stop to visit Vinh Trang Pagoda. This pagoda is famous in the area for its unique architecture, blending Chinese, Cambodian, and French influences. You will stay overnight at the hotel in Saigon.

Today, you'll go to see the Cu Chi Tunnels. These tunnels, stretching over 200km, are now a popular place for both Vietnamese and foreign visitors. During the war, these tunnels played a crucial role and became legendary. They were like secret underground cities with trap doors, living spaces, storage rooms, and even places to make weapons.

After the visit to Cu Chi, you'll return to Saigon. In the evening, you'll explore the Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum. The museum is quite powerful and might bring out strong emotions. You'll also pass by some European-style landmarks like the City Hall and the old Opera House (you can only see them from the outside). Additionally, you'll quickly visit the Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office, both with impressive architecture. You'll spend the night at the hotel in Saigon.

In the morning, after having breakfast, you will go to the airport and catch a flight to Siem Reap. Once we arrive, our local tour guide will be there to pick us up and take us to our hotel. Later in the day, we'll visit Wat Thmei, also known as the Killing Field. This place has a special glass-walled stupa that holds the bones of people who were affected by the Khmer Rouge.

After that, we'll head to Les Artisans d'Angkor – Chantiers Ecole, a place where you can see and learn about the finest traditional Khmer arts and crafts. Tonight, we'll stay at a hotel in Siem Reap.

In the morning, we'll check out the South Gate of Angkor Thom, also known as Big Angkor. There, you'll see the Terrace of the Elephants, a long wall with carved elephants, and it's really tall - about two and a half metres! This wall stretches for 300 metres and is right in the middle of Angkor Thom. Nearby, there's the Baphuon, a huge temple mountain, the Royal Palace Area, and Phimeanakas, which is an impressive sandstone pyramid. At the north end, you'll find the Terrace of the Leper King.

Later in the day, we'll visit the Angkor Wat temple, a remarkable ancient temple in Cambodia. It's considered one of the wonders of the eastern world. Angkor Wat is like a model of the universe based on Hindu mythology. You'll see five tall towers and many galleries arranged in a geometric way. Tonight, we'll stay at the hotel in Siem Reap.

Today, you'll explore another part of Angkor. First, there's the Ta Prohm temple, a magical mix of human skill and nature's beauty. Huge trees have been growing here for centuries, creating a unique atmosphere. Despite the ancient setting, you'll find some really beautiful decorations on the walls.

Next up is Srah Srang, a royal pool where the King used to take a bath with his companions every day. It's like a pyramid with five levels and is dedicated to the god Shiva. Thommanon is a small temple in great condition, built around the same time as Angkor Wat.

In the evening, you'll visit Preah Khan, also known as The Sacred Sword. It was built by Jayawarman VII and is famous for its long hallways and intricate carvings. Ta Som is a small, classic Bayon-style monastery with a flat layout.

Lastly, you'll visit Pre Rup, built in the 10th century by Rajendravarman, and enjoy the sunset there. Tonight, you'll stay at the hotel in Siem Reap.

Have your breakfast and get ready. This morning, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home or to your next destination.