This Vietnam Cambodia 16 days tour is an exceptional journey through two Southeast Asian countries, starting with the discovery of Hanoi and Sapa in Vietnam. Participants will explore remarkable sites, such as Ha Long Bay, Hoi An, Hue, and Ho Chi Minh City as well as the Mekong Delta. In Cambodia, the tour continues to Siem Reap with a visit to Angkor Wat.
This trip offers a complete immersion in the culture, history, and natural beauty of Vietnam and Cambodia, combining urban exploration, discovery of historical sites, and breathtaking natural landscapes.
Upon your arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, our driver will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel in the city center. Check in to the hotel and relax.
Hanoi’s Old Quarter
If time permits, you can join a walking tour of Hanoi. Discover Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son temple, and the unique architecture of the 36 streets of Hanoi Old Quarter.
Included: Accommodation and airport pick-up.
Today, we will explore the most remarkable historical and cultural sites of the city. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex, including Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, his stilt house, and the One Pillar Pagoda. Then, visit the Temple of Literature to understand Buddhism and Confucianism in Vietnam better.
One Pillar Pagoda
After lunch at a local restaurant, you can choose to visit one of the following museums: the History Museum, Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, the Fine Arts Museum, or Hoa Lo Prison. Don’t miss the chance to watch a traditional water puppet show. Then, it will be your free time for dinner before heading to the train station for a night train to Lao Cai.
Included: Transportation, Hanoi – Lao Cai train ticket, English-speaking guide, Visit fees, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
You will arrive in Lao Cai in the early morning and have breakfast at a local restaurant.
Then, visit a colorful ethnic market of the area which is frequently visited by the Hmong, Dzao, and Phu La ethnic groups. See local people dressed in their traditional costumes and shop for local handicrafts.
Sapa – A Misty Town
In the afternoon, you will drive to Sapa town, check in to the hotel, and have time at your leisure.
Free for dinner. Overnight at the hotel in Sapa.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
After breakfast at the hotel, set off to explore the nature and culture of the mountainous people. Drive through the picturesque Muong Hoa Valley. For hiking enthusiasts, start your trek from Y Linh Ho to Lao Chai and Ta Van through rice fields, hills, and bamboo forests. Take the opportunity to capture the stunning scenery and meet the Hmong, Red Dzao, and Zay people.
Trekking in Lao Chai, Sapa
Before transferring to Lao Cai train station for an overnight train to Hanoi, enjoy some free time to explore Sapa and its market at your leisure.
Free for dinner. Overnight on the train.
Included: Transportation, Lao Cai – Hanoi train ticket, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
After breakfast, our driver and tour guide will take you to Ninh Binh, 100 km south of Hanoi. Upon arrival, you will embark on an incredible boat trip to visit the Trang An Landscape Complex, which includes 31 valleys, 50 caves with flowing water over 600 species of flora, and over 200 species of fauna, many of which are listed in the Red Book of Vietnam. Paddle through Trang An scenic area in the fresh, clean mountain air with the sound of birds singing and oars stirring in the clear water.
Trang An Landscape Complex
After about 3 hours of boating, you will have lunch at a local restaurant. Then, head to Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest pagoda in Vietnam with 500 La Han statues and the largest bronze Buddha statue in Vietnam.
Return to Hanoi in the late afternoon. Free for dinner.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
After breakfast at the hotel, you will embark on a scenic drive to Ha Long Bay – a UNESCO World Heritage Site of Vietnam, famous for its unique limestone karst seascape.
Halong Bay, Vietnam
Embark on an overnight cruise, sail through the iconic sites of the bay, and discover little-known and spectacular caves. Depending on the weather conditions, we will have the opportunity to swim, fish, climb a hill for a breathtaking view of the bay, or explore a cave by sampan.
Meals, mainly based on fresh seafood, will be served on board, completing this exceptional maritime experience.
Overnight on the cruise.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide on boat, Visit fees, Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Get up early to participate in a Tai Chi session on the sundeck or simply watch the sunrise over the beautiful bay. Enjoy your morning coffee or juice before heading out to visit a magnificent cave. Then, return to the cruise for breakfast while it takes you around the bay.
Sung Sot Cave
The cruise itinerary ends at noon. Our driver will be waiting for you at the pier to transfer you to Noi Bai airport for a flight to Da Nang, followed by a 1-hour drive to Hoi An Ancient Town. Check in to the hotel and relax. Free for dinner.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, Hanoi – Da Nang flight ticket, English-speaking guide on boat, Meals: breakfast, brunch.
In the morning, head to My Son Sanctuary, located 40 km from Hoi An. Nested in a lush valley, My Son was a religious center and capital of the Cham people, now known for its red-brick towers and shrines. Comparable to the great archaeological sites of Southeast Asia like Angkor, Bagan, Ayutthaya, etc. these structures dated from the 7th to the 13th centuries. Admire the architecture and art of the lost Cham Kingdom and understand why My Son is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Return to Hoi An at noon. Have lunch at a local restaurant.
My Son Sanctuary in Hoi An
In the afternoon, visit the historical sites of this ancient city, once thriving thanks to the commercial activities with the Chinese, Japanese, and Spanish. Discover historical houses, the Japanese-covered Bridge, an ancient temple, and a silk factory.
Free for dinner. Overnight at the hotel in Hoi An.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Your morning today will be dedicated to a cooking class.
You will start with a visit to a colorful market in Hoi An, where you will experience the incredible sights, sounds, and aromas of a bustling market. You will have the opportunity to interact with local vendors and learn about the ingredients that will be used in the cooking class.
Then, board a 25-minute boat trip along the Hoi An River to the Red Bridge Cooking School. Take this opportunity to observe the local life on the river. Make sure to have your camera handy.
Cooking class in Hoi An
Upon arrival, you will visit the school’s herb garden and then learn about the well-known dishes of Hoi An. The cooking lesson lasts about 2 hours. The chef will first demonstrate each dish before you prepare it for yourself. After the lesson, sit down to enjoy what you have prepared.
Then, return to your hotel. Free for the rest of the day.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
After breakfast at the hotel, you will take a 4-hour drive through the scenic Hai Van Pass to Hue. On the way, visit the Marble Mountain in Da Nang and stop at the beautiful Lang Co Beach.
Thien Mu Pagoda
In Hue, you will visit the Imperial City, a complex of palaces and temples built in the 19th century. Then, visit the tomb of Emperor Tu Duc and Thien Mu Pagoda, followed by a pleasant cruise on the Perfume River.
Free for dinner and overnight at the hotel in Hue.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the airport for a flight to Ho Chi Minh City, a vibrant metropolis with a rich history. Upon arrival, explore the city’s must-sees attractions, like the Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, War Remnants Museum, and Ben Thanh Market.
Saigon Central Post Office from the Outside
In the evening, indulge in the vibrant nightlife of Ho Chi Minh City. Stroll through Ben Thanh Night Market, savoring street food, relax in the atmosphere of Bui Vien Street‘s pubs and bars, or explore the morning shopping malls for a unique shopping experience.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, Hue – Ho Chi Minh City flight ticket, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
After breakfast, leave the city for a scenic drive to My Tho in the Mekong Delta, along the national road lined with lush rice fields. In My Tho, visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, enjoy a boat ride along the river, and admire stilt houses, fruit plantations, and fishing villages.
Vinh Trang Pagoda
Head to Turtle Islet for lunch in an orchard, then continue by sampan to An Khanh, a less touristy attraction in Ben Tre. Experience the idyllic rural life, taste coconut candy, and stroll through fruit plantations and the village.
Return to Ho Chi Minh City for the night. Free for dinner.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Today, you will have the opportunity to visit the famous Cu Chi Tunnels in Saigon, a fascinating underground network started by the Viet Minh in 1948 during the fight against the French, and later expanded by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. This historical tour offers you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the tunnels and, if you wish, try your hand at rifle shooting (extra charge).
Cu Chi Tunnels
In the afternoon, head to Tan Son Nhat Airport for a flight to Siem Reap, Cambodia. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the hotel in the downtown for an overnight stay.
Free for dinner.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, Saigon – Siem Reap air ticket, English-speaking guide, Visit fees, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
After breakfast at the hotel, explore the South Gate of Angkor Thom, including Bayon, Baphoun, the Terrace of the Leper King, Phimeanakas, and Ta Prohm. Continue to Thommanon, Chaosay Khon, Ta Keo, and the spiritual center of Cambodia, Angkor Wat – one of the seven wonders of the world. At the end of the day, climb to the top of Bakheng Mountain and Pre Rup Temple to admire an extraordinary sunset.
Ta Prohm
Free for dinner.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Visit fees, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
After breakfast at the hotel, start your day with an unforgettable cruise trip on Tonle Sap Lake. You will have the opportunity to visit a floating village, a unique experience to understand the lifestyle of local fishermen. After this immersion, head to the Artisans Angkor, where you can discover traditional Cambodian crafts. Then, take time to explore the local market, full of products and crafts.
Floating village in Tonlé Sap
The day ends with a relaxing night at the hotel in Siem Reap. Free for dinner.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Visit fees, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
It’s time to say goodbye to Cambodia. After breakfast, spend your last morning in Siem Reap relaxing, shopping, or doing any last-minute sightseeing before heading to the airport for your departure flight.
End of 16 days in Vietnam and Cambodia.
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Included: Airport drop-off and breakfast at the hotel.
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