Highlights of Vietnam and Cambodia

Enjoy your breakfast at hotel, then our tour guide and driver will pick you up to transit to Cu Chi Tunnels, a famous site that draws tourists for its priceless historical value. Built by Vietnamese soldiers during wartime, Cu Chi Tunnels is a complicated system of mazes, living spaces and facilities serving war. You will have the chance to learn more about the situation in wartime through the introduction video, and go down to the tunnels. Lunch is on your own.

In the afternoon, we go back to the car for a return to Ho Chi Minh City for a city tour around Saigon, as many locals call this city, you get the chance to visit historical sites hidden in the bustling modern city including The Independence Palace, Old Saigon Post Office, Notre Dame Cathedral, Opera House. Also, don't miss the famous Ben Thanh market where you can pick local goods and souvenirs. Spend the night at hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

Pick up at your hotel and leaving the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City and start your trip to depart for My Tho, the town lies on the left side of the Mekong River. Upon arrival, visit Vinh Trang pagoda which sated back to the late 19th century. Then boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands.

Stop over at Unicorn Island, go walking around country lane and seeing orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, folk song music which performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation.

Riding a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal and treat yourself in the beauty of the countryside, visit the family business, visit honey-bee farm, enjoy honey tea and coconut candy workshop.

Have lunch at local restaurant. Break time.

In the afternoon, time for cycling around the Tan Thach village, meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong delta. Hammock relaxing and enjoy cool breeze for those can’t join the cycling trip. Return to Ho Chi Minh City.

After breakfast at hotel, you are free to relax and discover the city (room is at your disposal until 12.00 noon time) before be transferred to the airport for a flight to Danang city.

Upon your arrival, our driver is ready to pick up and transfer you to the hotel in Hoian for check in.

Breakfast at the hotel.

8.30am: Ready for an exhilarating market exploration this morning. Our guide will take you to visit a local market in Hoian where gathers many people and local produces. This is a great chance for you to interact with the natives and learn some useful tips of bargaining.

Bay Mau nipa palm forest is our next stop. Coracle is our amazing means of transport for this trip. As we float through the lush mangrove forest observing its beauty, you can also find some cute souvenirs made of palm leaves such as hats, rings and watches sold by locals.

Next, enjoy a relaxing boat ride on Thu Bon river watching the daily life and fishing movements of the locals in the countryside.

Return to the town center in the afternoon for a leisure walk through its impressive architecture which are the perfect combination of Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese culture.

Visit to Tan Ky Ancient House, the Chinese Assembly Hall of Phuc Kien and the Japanese Bridge. Overnight in Hoian.

Pick-up at your hotel in Hoian at 07.30am and start a nice drive via magnificent Hai Van Pass to Hue - The former Capital of Vietnam in 19th century.

You will firstly visit Thien Mu Pagoda - The oldest pagoda in Hue city. Then continue to visit Hue Imperial Citadel – Imperial city, the home of Vietnam’s last royal dynasty – the Nguyen Dynasty.

Hue Royal Antiques Museum – A collection of ornaments from the Nguyen Dynasty.

Continuing the trip to visit the tombs of Khai Dinh King – which is a blend of Western and Eastern architecture.

On the way back, stop by the Conical hat village and incense stick village (practical experience with making conical hats and incense sticks at local house).

Back to your hotel in Hoian in the late afternoon.

This morning is free at your leisure. You can spend time exploring the ancient town buying some lovely gifts for your family and friends back home.

Around noontime, we will transfer you to the airport for the flight to Hanoi in the afternoon.

Upon your arrival, our driver is ready to pick up and transfer you to the hotel for check-in.

We will pick you up from your hotel lobby for a 100 km ride to Ninh Binh, which is favorably considered a miniature Vietnam. On the way, you will have a chance to admire the tranquil countryside of the Northern Delta. We will have a 30-minute stop in between for you to rest and relax before we come to the Hoa Lu - Tam Coc complex.

Arriving at Ninh Binh, your first stop is the Ancient Capital of Hoa Lu - the first capital of Vietnam. After King Dinh Bo Linh ascended the throne in 968, Hoa Lu was picked as the Capital and then existed for 42 years. In 1010, Thang Long (an old name of Hanoi) was chosen to be the next capital and Hoa Lu became the old capital with the distinctive beauty and precious memories of the first dynasties in Vietnam's history.

Tour guide will take you to visit King Dinh Tien Hoang Temple, King Le Dai Hanh Temple - two important monuments that still maintain intact construction. Enjoy a peaceful vibe with many ancient and sacred temples, and learn about the facts in the development of the feudal dynasties in Vietnam.

Continue drive to the boat station where we start the second part of the journey to Tam Coc. You will take a 2-hour boat trip on the Ngo Dong River to explore the “Ha Long on land” with golden rice fields on both sides of the river, and the high limestone mountains surrounding the whole scenery. Floating on the river, you will take turns visiting Hang Ca (first cave), Hang Hai (second cave) and Hang Ba (third cave), feel free to ask the boatman to take you some pictures with this gorgeous background. In the late afternoon, we return to Hanoi.

Have breakfast at hotel.

Tour guide of cruise will meet you at your hotel with shuttle bus pick up. Enjoy the peaceful scenery as we travel through the countryside, farmland and Red River delta.

Arriving Tuan Chau Marina. Welcome aboard the cruise. Meet the captain, crew and join us for welcome drink as we tell you about life onboard. Check into your cabin. Time to refresh and unwind. Served a delectable lunch while cruising ahead to Halong Bay.

In the afternoon, explore the Surprising Cave – the most beautiful cave in Halong Bay. It is one of the widest grottoes in Halong Bay with thousands of stalactites and stalagmites.

Back to the Cruise, we will take you to visit the Titop Island – swimming Climbing up to the Top of the Island – take the best view of Halong Bay.

Continue cruising to the quiet area while enjoy beautiful seascape on the way.

After that, come back to the boat, enjoy the Sunset Party on sundeck.

Evening Relaxing: Dinner is served.

Socialize with other guests, take part in board games, fish for squid, or just laze around.

Overnight on board.

Note: Shuttle bus with English speaking guide will take you to Halong Bay. Please kindly contact our Sales consultant for further information about private transfer of this trip (with surcharge). The cruise program may have a little different between each Cruise in Halong Bay.

Have breakfast on board while the boat starts cruising to the Natural Preservation Zone.

Kayaking to explore around the area or visit a floating house and learn about the daily life of the local fishermen who live there.

We board the cruise again while you taking time to refresh and relax before checking out. Bags can be left in luggage store.

Continue your cruise exploring the Bay, passing Ba Hang fishing village, Dog Islet, and more.

Time for light brunch.

Disembark at the harbor, Tuan Chau Marina.

You will be transferred back to Hanoi.

Note: The cruise program may have a little different between each Cruise in Halong Bay.

8.00am today you will enjoy a sightseeing tour with city’s most highlighted sites, including Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (closes on Monday and Friday), his traditional stilt house, One Pillar Pagoda and Temple of Literature - the first University of Vietnam.

Continue to visit the Ethnology Museum (closes on Monday), which is widely considered to be the finest modern museum in Vietnam and a tourist attraction in Hanoi to learn about culture of 54 ethnic groups in the country.

Transfer to Hanoi airport for flight to Siem Reap.

Upon arrival, pick up and transfer by driver to hotel for check-in.

Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap.

Beat the crowd early morning by 8.00am; visit the picturesque Ta Prohm that had nearly disappeared into the jungle and remains overgrown, an oddly haunting and exotic scene. The magnificent roots of a tree, pushing between the huge stone blocks of the temple in a sort of embrace, evoke feelings that you may remember forever. And continue to visit the intricately carved Khmer ruins at Angkor Wat - one of the world’s most impressive ruins. The temple still owns fine Apsara carvings in Angkorian era art.

Afternoon, explore the mysterious Royal city Angkor Thom & Bayon by Tuk Tuk. Its 54-tower temple is an awesome sight. At first glance it seems a shapeless mass of stone, but further scrutiny reveals a face, and then another and another one, until suddenly you are engulfed by the silent, heavy, enigmatic and silent gaze through half-closed eyes, staring out from a primitive and remote time. Further, visit the surroundings of the complex including the Baphuon, Elephant Terrace, Lepper King Terrace and Royal Place area.

Back to hotel in the late afternoon. Overnight in Siem Reap.

8.00am, today you will start with a short drive to the Roulous temple group. The ruins of Roulous are among the oldest Khmer monuments in the area, dating back to the 9th century reign of King Indravarman I. Witness the evolution of these magnificent temples from the early days of the Khmer empire up to its peak with the Angkor temples in the 13th century. There are three key Hindu structures that remain at Roulous; Lolei, Bakong and Preah Ko, which were all part of the ancient city of Hariharalaya.

You will peacefully explore the temples and soak up the local atmosphere away from the crowds. Walk a total distance of 3km from one temple to another and meet local friendly villagers on the way. Continue Afterwards, visit the jewel of the Khmer art, Banteay Srei temple. Its red sand-stone walls are decorated with elaborate carvings in an amazing state of preservation.

Back to your hotel in the afternoon for relax and overnight.

After your breakfast at hotel in Siem Reap, you will do the check-out procedure and transit to Tonle Sap Lake - Cambodia’s biggest natural water lake and one of the largest in Asia.

Take a boat ride to visit Chong Khneas village which is the busiest and closest to Siem Reap, a floating village with medical clinics and schools like nothing you have ever seen.

Joining an excursion in a traditional wooden boat on the Tonle Sap Lake, you will have a unique experience when passing by the floating village and the diverse ecosystem. You can also get to know the culture of this floating village by talking to know the locals here.

After sailing back to Siem Reap, feel free to explore the city by yourself. Visit some more astonishing temples, stroll around to capture the last moments here and pick some unique souvenirs for your beloved before we drive you to the airport.

Our driver and tour guide see you off at the airport. End of service.