Take the Amazing Tour to Cambodia and Vietnam in 16 Days, you will have the chance to explore the highlight attractions of two beautiful countries.
IDC Travel invites you to start your journey in Siem Reap – Cambodia, the ancient capital of the Khmer Empire to visit the great Angkor Wat. Then visit Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, the Pearl of Asia. Then visit Ho Chi Minh City- the biggest city of Vietnam. The city, known as the “pearl of the Far East,” is still the most appealing travel destination in Vietnam. Continue your journey to the south by visiting the Mekong Delta and its floating markets and tasting fresh tropical fruits. Afterward, explore the natural beauty in Danang, Hoi An ancient town. Transfer to Hue, the ancient Imperial Citadel, to visit the remain of Vietnam’s last feudal dynasty. To the North of Vietnam, you will visit Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, to explore the city of a thousand years of history. Visit the sea of the legends of Halong Bay – the place where dragons land. You will enjoy a luxury cruise through hundreds of majestic limestone mountains. This is one of the unmissable locations to explore Vietnam highlights.
The amazing tour to Cambodia and Vietnam covers popular travel highlights of the two countries. This journey promises to create unforgettable memories of beautiful Asia.
When you arrive at Siem Reap, our guide will pick you up for hotel check-in.
Head to South Gate of Angkor Thom to visit the temple of Angkor Thom. This temple was built by Jayavarman VII, the Angkor greatest king. Then visit the Bayon, the main tourist attraction of Angkor Thom. Next, visit Baphuon, which was one of the most spectacular Angkor temples in its heyday. Discover the Terrace of the Elephants. This place served as a giant reviewing stand for public ceremonies. It was a base for the king’s grand audience hall. Afterwards, visit the mysterious Terrace of the Leper King.
Visit the World 7th Wonder – Angkor Wat. This is one of the most important archaeological sites in Southeast Asia. Angkor Wat is a 400-square-kilometer-long archaeological park that contains the magnificent remains of the Khmer Empire’s various capitals.
Overnight at hotel.
Admire the glorious sunrise at Angkor Wat in the beautiful morning.
Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel.
Depart for the pyramid-shaped temple Pre Rup
then to Ta Som, Baksei Chamkrong, East Mebon, Preah Khan and Neak Pean. They represent the Angkorian sites’ unique features.
Enjoy your lunch.
In the afternoon, take a boat trip to visit the Great Lake Tonle Sap and the floating village Chong Kneas. They are famous for their fresh water fish basin (10 tons per square kilometer in the 1960s). You can visit the fresh water exhibition. Explore varieties of fish in Tonle Sap Lake. Then you will have time to visit the Floating Village to understand local life.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
You will visit the Small Circuit to admire the Prasat Kravan (Cardamon sanctuary). Here, you can regard the largest central tower of the eight-armed Vishnu.
Head to Banteay Kdei. This is a humongous Buddhist temple with four concentric walls. Visit the Royal Bath – Srah Srang. Most important, you will have the chance to visit Ta Prohm, which is best known for its charming appearance. The structure is covered with trees and roots intertwined with the chambers of the buildings and the carvings.
Take the fight to Phnom Penh. Our tour guide will pick you up for hotel check-in.
Free time to relax.
Night at the hotel.
Visit the Royal Palace. This is considered as one of the most stunning samples of Khmer palace. You can visit the Prasat Khemarin, Hor Preah Khan, Prasat Samrn Phirum, Chan Chhaya, the precious Throne Hall and the Silver Pagoda. This is the place where the king regularly does all the warships.
Continue to the Khmer Arts’s National Museum. The construction of a warm red terracotta exterior and a beautifully curved roof topped by dozens of guardian nagas will impress you.
Take a walk through the River Front Park, whose scenery is well worth photographing. Head to Wat Phnom, the one and only hill in town with sacred sites. Embark on a boat cruise travel along the Mekong River bank. You can see the lovely nightlife of Phnom Penh city with breathtaking views along the river.
Phnom Penh – Independence Monument
Depart to the airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City at 14:15. Landing at 15:05 then transfer to the hotel for check-in and relaxation.
Free time to discover the city.
Night at the hotel.
Start your sightseeing tour of Saigon by visiting the Reunification Palace. This was the President of South Vietnam’s former residence before 1975. Visit the French colonial structures nearby, with the Old Saigon Post Office and the beautiful Notre Dame Cathedral.
Besides the western imprints, you will admire the oriental beauty of the Jade Emperor Pagoda.
Visit the War Remnant Museum and the bustling Ben Thanh Market – one of the biggest local markets in the city.
Ben Thanh Market – Saigon
At 8:00, depart for the Mekong Delta and Cai Be town. On board for a cruise visit along the beautiful canal of Vinh Long through the maze of waterways.
Stop at a local house of a Bonsai gardener for lunch. You will taste the popular dish of the region: ‘Elephant ear fish’.
Continue to explore the canals and tributaries of the delta.
Get back to Ho Chi Minh City for overnight
Depart to the airport to take the flight to Danang. Transfer to Hoi An for check-in at the hotel.
Hoi An ancient town was a major Asian trading port in the 17th and 18th centuries. With architecture and a relaxed way of life, the town hasn’t changed much over the years. You will visit the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, the former merchants’ homes and the colorful local market on a walking tour to explore the ancient town center.
Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel.
You will have the whole free day to explore the beautiful ancient town.
Night at the hotel.
Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Hue by private car. On the way, you will visit the Marble Mountain and Hai Van Pass.
Take a boat trip along the Perfume River. You will explore Minh Mang king ‘s tomb and Thien Mu pagoda.
Visit the Royal Citadel. The architectural monument was built by Emperor Gia Long in the first decades of the 19th century. It has the style of French military architect Vauban. Visit the Khai Dinh Tomb.
In the late afternoon, you will take the flight to Hanoi Capital. Check-in hotel. Free time to relax or explore the city’s nightlife.
Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel.
Begin your city tour by visiting the Ho Chi Minh Complex. Here, you will visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the unique One pillar pagoda. Continue to visit the Ethnology Museum to explore the history of 54 ethnic groups in Vietnam.
Enjoy your lunch at one of the most famous restaurants in Hanoi.
In the afternoon, you will visit the historical attraction Temple of Literature. This was the first University in Vietnam in the 16th century. Take a walk in Hanoi’s old quarter to explore its famous 36 streets and the local market.
Enjoy a Water Puppet Show in the city center in the late afternoon.
At 8 : 00 am, depart to Halong Bay.
Around 11 : 30 : Arrive at Halong or Bai Chay pier to board a luxury cruise and take the adventure to explore the famous UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Enjoy a welcome drink and check-in for your luxury cabin on board.
12 : 30: Sail through beautiful Bai Tu Long Bay and Halong Bay. Admire hundreds of limestone mountains rising in the middle of the sea and small islands that are covered by green plants float on the waves.
13 : 00 : Enjoy the deluxe Vietnamese and International Set Menu Lunch.
After lunch and throughout the cruise, massage services are available. Please make a reservation with your Cruise Manager in advance.
14 : 45 : Transfer to Titop Island and stay here for 45 minutes. You can enjoy swimming, relaxing on the beach or climbing to the top of the mountain for a magnificent view of the Bay.
15 : 45 : Depart to visit Luon Cave.
16 : 15 : Arrive at Luon Cave. There are two ways to explore the cave and its surroundings. Transferring to small bamboo boats rowed by locals. On the other hand, you can choose to travel by kayak (self-rowed). Kayaking costs $20 per person (pre-booked) for 45 minutes.
17 : 15: Sail for about 30 minutes to the Ho Dong Tien area, where the cruise anchor for the night stay.
19 : 15 : Enjoy your dinner with Western Buffet, Deluxe Vietnamese or Set Menu Dinner.
20 : 45 pm: Evening activities include: Happy Hour!, board games/ playing cards and massage services. You can also attempt a squid fishing experience from the boat.
Note: Happy Hour from 21:00 to 23:00. Purchase one drink and receive one free (excluded bottle of wine)
6 : 45: Enjoy a coffee, tea and pastries served on board while admiring the beautiful morning on the Bay.
7 : 00 : Enjoy a Tai Chi class, about 30 minutes on the sundeck
7: 45 : Visit the Surprise Cave and the floating fishing village. You will walk up approximately 100 steps to the cave entrance and visit the cave for 45 minutes.
9 : 00: Return to the boat. You will have about 30 minutes to freshen up and check-out of the cabin. Please remember to remove all of your belongings from the cabins. You may leave heavy luggage outside the cabins for our staffs can help you transfer them directly to the pier. Depart for Bai Chay/Halong pier.
9 : 30 : Enjoy Breakfast Buffet or Set Menu. on board. pay the bills after breakfast. Enjoy the bay scenery from the sundeck or the dining room as we approach the pier.
11 : 00 : Arrive at Bai Chay/Halong pier. Transfer to the pier by tender. You can relax inside the pier building until departing for Hanoi.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel.
Free time for relaxing before our driver takes you to the airport for your flight back/ next destination.
End of our tour.
Goodbye and see you next time!
Prices are in USD, per person.
This tour can be customized to fit your own demands. Best price and value guaranteed!
Hotel / Group | 2 guests | 3~4 guests | 5~6 guests | 7~8 guests | 9~12 guests |
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5 Star | 3,006 | 2,877 | 2,747 | 2,682 | 2,597 |
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