13-Day Indochina Highlights Tour From Vietnam To Cambodia

Best places to visit: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay - Da Nang - Ba Na Hills - Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh city - Siem Reap

Durations

13 days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

20 people

Departure

Monthly


This 13-day Indochina Highlights Tour takes you on a memorable journey from Vietnam to Cambodia. Discover Hanoi’s rich heritage, cruise through the limestone landscapes of Ha Long Bay, and enjoy central Vietnam’s coastal charm in Da Nang, Ba Na Hills, and Hoi An. Continue south to vibrant Ho Chi Minh City before crossing into Cambodia to explore Siem Reap and the world-famous temples of Angkor, blending culture, history, and natural beauty.


Itinerary :

Brief Itinerary:

DAY

TRIP SUMMARY

MEALS

01

ARRIVAL IN HANOI – PICK UP AIRPORT

NONE

02

HANOI CITY TOUR – OLD QUARTER WALKING TOUR (PVT)

B/L

03

HANOI FREE DAY
OPTIONAL: NINH BINH DAY TOUR (TRANG AN / BAI DINH / MUA CAVE – SIC)

B

04

HANOI – TUAN CHAU MARINA – SET SAIL FOR HALONG BAY (SIC)

B/L/D

05

MORNING IN HALONG BAY – BACK TO HANOI – FLIGHT TO DA NANG – HOI AN (SIC)

B/BR

06

HOI AN – BA NA HILLS – GOLDEN BRIDGE – HOI AN (SIC)

B/L

07

CAM THANH BASKET BOAT – COOKING CLASS (SIC)

B/L

08

HOI AN – DA NANG – FLIGHT TO HO CHI MINH CITY – HALF DAY CITY TOUR

B

09

HO CHI MINH CITY FREE DAY
OPTIONAL: MEKONG DELTA DAY TOUR (MY THO – BEN TRE – SIC)

B

10

HO CHI MINH CITY – FLIGHT TO SIEM REAP

B

11

FULL-DAY ANGKOR WAT, BAYON & TA PROHM – THE GREAT KHMER LEGACY (PVT)

B

12

SUNRISE ANGKOR WAT & TONLE SAP FLOATING VILLAGE (PVT)

B

13

SIEM REAP – DEPARTURE

B

Remarks: B = Breakfast | L = Lunch | D = Dinner | BR = Brunch | PVT = Private Tour | SIC = Seat-in-coach.

 

TRIP DETAILS:

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN HANOI [MEALS: NONE]

Following your requested arrival time.

Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, you will be greeted by our friendly driver. We will then transfer to the central of Hanoi for check-in the hotel.

Free leisure and overnight in Hanoi.

DAY 2: HA NOI CITY TOUR – OLD QUARTER WALKING TOUR (PVT) [MEALS: B/L]

 
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HA NOI CITY TOUR- OLD QUARTER WALKING TOUR

After breakfast at the hotel, meet your local guide and driver in the lobby. Begin a comprehensive exploration of Hanoi’s cultural, historical, and political heart, offering an insightful introduction to Vietnam’s capital.

Ho Chi Minh Complex Visit the exterior of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (photo stop), where President Ho Chi Minh rests. Continue to the Presidential Palace (outside view) and explore the peaceful grounds surrounding Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House, reflecting his simple lifestyle.

One Pillar Pagoda Discover one of Vietnam’s most iconic religious structures, built in the 11th century and symbolizing a lotus flower rising from water.

Temple of Literature Vietnam’s first university, dedicated to Confucius. Stroll through its courtyards and ancient pavilions while learning about Vietnam’s traditional education system and scholarly heritage.

Transfer back to the city center around noon.

After a short rest, continue with a guided walking tour through Hanoi’s Old Quarter, known as the “36 Streets,” where each street was historically dedicated to a specific craft or trade.

Walk along lively streets such as Hang Bac (Silver Street), Hang Ma (Paper Offerings Street), and Hang Gai (Silk Street)

Observe daily life, local markets, colonial architecture, and traditional tube houses , Learn about Hanoi’s centuries-old trading culture and modern urban rhythm

Hoan Kiem Lake & Ngoc Son Temple: Visit the spiritual heart of Hanoi. Cross the iconic red Huc Bridge to Ngoc Son Temple, dedicated to national heroes and scholars.

Enjoy a cup of Vietnamese egg coffee or traditional tea at a local café, offering a chance to relax and watch Hanoi’s street life unfold.

Then back to your hotel in Hanoi.

Overnight in Hanoi.

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HA NOI CITY TOUR- OLD QUARTER WALKING TOUR

DAY 3: HANOI FREE DAY [MEALS: B]

OPTIONAL: NINH BINH DAY TOUR (TRANG AN / BAI DINH / MUA CAVE – SIC)

Having breakfast at your hotel. Then you are free leisure to discover Hanoi by yourself

Optional tour to Ninh Binh: Bai Dinh- Trang An- Mua Cave (SIC) [Meals: L] (45 USD per person)

07h25 – 8h00: Get picked up by our friendly guide then depart for NinhBinh province

Pickup time depends on the location of tourists in Hanoi Old Quarter/Opera House

09h15: Have a short break for 15 – 20 minutes to relax

10h30: Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda – the most famous & biggest Pagoda in Southeast Asia with many records set such as 500 Stone – Arhat Statues, 36 ton-bronze Bell, 100 ton-Budhha Statue…

12h30: Have the buffet lunch at Restaurant designed with 5 stars-style with many local foods options such as goat meat, spring-rolls, fish, chicken, fried rice & vegetable salad….Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch

13h30: Visit TrangAn which was recognized by UNESCO as A World Heritage Site in 2014. TrangAn has a wonderful tunnel cave system that no place like it. With 2 hours-boat trip, you will be persuaded by the beauty here

16h00: Get back to Limousine Bus then leave for Mua Cave (Dragon Peak). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here. Besides, you can breath fresh air at very beautiful lotus paddy field nearby, especially in the summer time

17h30: Get on the bus to return to Hanoi

19h30: Get dropped off at Hotels in Hanoi.

Overnight in Hanoi.

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NINH BINH DAY TOUR (TRANG AN / BAI DINH / MUA CAVE – SIC)

DAY 4: HANOI – TUAN CHAU MARINA – SET SAIL FOR HALONG BAY (SIC) [MEALS: B/L/D]

08:30 After breakfast, the shuttle bus will pick up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Enjoy the landscape of the Red River Delta on the way to Ha Long Bay.

11:30 Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina, get checked in at the waiting lounge.

12:00 Embark on cruises, enjoy the welcome drinks while being given a short briefing. Check in to your room and get ready for a tasty lunch.

12:30 Enjoy Vietnamese and international lunch and the picturesque scenery of the bay, pass by the most beautiful areas: Incense Burner, Dog Stone Islet, Fighting Cock Islet, Three Coconuts Island.

15:00 Continue to explore Halong Bay by visiting Luon Cave. This is also an ideal place for kayaking, get up and close to the timeless beauty of Ha Long Bay.

16:30 Visit Titov Island – a small limestone island with one of the best sandy beaches in Ha Long Bay. You can immerse yourself in emerald water and hike to the top for stunning panoramic views of the bay.

17:30 Back to the boat and take part in a cooking demonstration on our sundeck, enjoy the bar’s Happy Hour (buy 01 get 01) program and watch the magnificent sunset over the bay.

(Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly)

19:00 Deluxe dinner is served. Enjoy our traditional and fusion dishes prepared by our talented chefs.

21:00 After dinner it’s your time to enjoy at our bar and spa, fish squid or watch a movie in cabin, play cards, chess or relax on the sundeck.

Overnight in a quite Halong Bay Area.

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Ha Long Overnight Cruise Tour

DAY 5: MORNING IN HALONG BAY – BACK TO HA NOI- FLIGHT TO DA NANG (SIC) [MEALS: B/BR]

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Visit Sung Sot Cave

06:15 Seeing the bay in the morning is a wonderful experience, awaken all your senses with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck while gathering vitamin sea to refresh yourself before enjoying breakfast.

07:00 Coffee, tea and pastries for breakfast are served in the restaurant.

07:30 Visit Sung Sot Cave – a magnificent and largest limestone cave as its original name: Grotte des Surprising. The beautiful stalactites and stalagmites formed over millions of years are the reward after the steep climb on Bo Hon Island.

(*) Note: Proper shoes are highly recommended when it’s wet.

09:30 Back to the cruise ship. Check out and settle your bill at the reception.

10:00 Have brunch while cruising back. Relax on the sundeck or in the restaurant.

11:30 Disembark at Tuan Chau Marina. You will be met by our driver. Then be transferred back to Hanoi

On time, you will meet our driver the get transfer to Noi Bai airport. Flight to Da Nang

Upon arrival at Da Nang Airport, you will be met by our driver. We will then transfer to your hotel in Da Nang  for relaxing or wandering around on your own.

Overnight in Da Nang

 

DAY 6: DA NANG – BANA HILLS – GOLDEN BRIDGE ON HAND – HOI AN (SIC) [MEALS: B/L]

Breakfast at your hotel

Then our driver and guide will pick up at your hotel and depart to visit Ba Na Hills

09:30 You will be carried to the peak by cable car system that won 4 World’s Records (longest one-wire sling; the longest distance between each station; the longest unpatched wire; and finally the heaviest cable roll), admire the epic view and enjoy the fresh air here.

10:00 Explore Golden bridge, sits 1,400 meters above sea level, an altitude which creates the illusion of a silk strip hiding in the clouds above Da Nang. Walking around and taking photos at Le Jardin D’Amour (the Flower Garden of Love), Linh Ung Pagoda, with 27m – height Shakyamuni statue on 6m – height lotus brings tourists peaceful feeling as visiting this place. Enjoy the panorama of Da Nang city.

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Visit Golden Bridge, Ba Na Hills

The next destination of your trip in Ba Na is French Village. You will feel free to visit the holy places in Ba Na: the Linh Tu Temple, the Temple of Mother Nature, the Belfry, the Phong Tu Tower, or the French village. From this area, all the sceneries of Ba Na – Quang Nam’s nature is below your feet. When you come to Ba Na Hills, don’t miss the craft brewery, this is known as the most beautiful craft brewery in the world. 

12:00 You will take a rest and have buffet as lunch in Restaurant. After lunch, you can experience many thrilling rides and games such as slide-way, love wheel, fire race and ghosts’ house in Fantasy Park – the world-class indoor amusement park. Join in Fantasy Park by Walking in Fairy Forest, discovering Dinosaur Park, playing 5D wild west, enjoying 4D death race ride, watch 3D mega 360 degrees…

15:00-15:30 We say good bye to Ba Na

Then get transfer to Hotel in Hoi An

Overnight in Hoi An

DAY 7: CAM THANH BASKET BOAT – COOKING CLASS  (SIC) [MEALS: B/L]

Having breakfast at your hotel

08:30 am: Local guide picks up at the hotel.

– Go to the market with our chef (about 30 minutes)

– We will have a chance to see and experience the noise as well as directly contact sellers. In addition to this, we will show the ingredients for use in our lesson.

09:15 am: – Transfer to Cam Thanh village by car or boat on the way, you can explore the beautiful views of the Vietnamese countryside and see the water and coconut trees growing together.

– Enjoy your time with a basket boat rowing through the coconut jungle forest

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Cam Thanh Basket Boat

11:00 am: Enjoy a welcome drink and take a rest at our restaurant, then join the cooking class. Our chef will teach you how to cook some local food. After the lesson, enjoy what you have cooked.

12:20 pm: Return to your hotel

Then you are free leisure on your own

Overnight in Hoi An.

DAY 8: HOI AN – DA NANG – MORNING FLIGHT TO HO CHI MINH CITY – HALF DAY CITY TOUR(SIC) [MEALS: B]

Breakfast at your hotel.

Then you will be transferred to Airport. Flight to Ho Chi Minh city

Then you get private transfer from airport to your hotel In Ho Chi Minh city

13:00 PM: Take the afternoon trip: visit to Cho Lon (Big Market) and Thien Hau Pagoda which is located in China Town. Continue to Bach Dang harbor. After checking in the waterbus tickets, and stabilizing your seat, the boat will start to depart. During the trip, you will have a unique view of the most typical commercial buildings of the city including the Vin homes Central Park urban area, the magnificent Landmark 81 tower, the Bitexco Financial Tower, the green peaceful District 2. A lot of stunning moments are waiting for you. Try to discover the soul of this land – Saigon River by water bus, maybe you will realize many miracles, a more accurate view of the land once called Paris of Indochina or the Pearl of the Far East. 

Return to Ho Chi Minh City

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city  

DAY 9: HO CHI MINH CITY FREE DAY [MEALS: B]

OPTIONAL: MEKONG DELTA DAY TOUR (MY THO – BEN TRE – SIC) [MEAL: L]

Breakfast at your hotel then check-out properly.

Heading out of town, we travel by roads to the Mekong Delta. This plain region boasts the largest rice bowl of Vietnam. On the way, we will visit Vinh Trang pagoda, the biggest pagoda in the Mekong delta. Upon arrival in My Tho, we board a boat navigating around the intricate small canals, which is a great way to observe the local lifestyle close-up and catch a view dotted by many islands. The exciting river trip will pass by the lush green vegetation towards the famous Unicorn Island where we have a chance to stroll around an orchard, taste many seasonal fruits, see farmers at work and Vietnamese folk music performed by the local people.  We navigate some narrower canals using small rowing boats to Ben Tre Province for an interesting visit to some local industries. The extra enjoyment is a lunch at one of the famous local eating spots. After lunch, enjoy your time relaxing, walking around the village, or perhaps going for a short bike ride. 

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MEKONG DELTA DAY TOUR

Back to Ho Chi Minh city

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.

DAY 10: HO CHI MINH CITY – FLIGHT TO SIEM REAP [MEALS: B]

After exploring Ho Chi Minh and transfer to the airport for your  flight to Siem Reap, Cambodia.

Welcome to the Cambodian part of your Vietnam Cambodia scenic tour. Transfer to hotel and rest.

Overnight in Siem Reap.

DAY 11: FULL-DAY ANGKOR WAT, BAYON & TA PROHM – THE GREAT KHMER LEGACY (PVT) [MEALS: B]

Spend the full day uncovering the spiritual and architectural heart of the Khmer Empire. Begin at Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world. Marvel at endless corridors, celestial murals, and towers symbolizing Mount Meru.

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Angkor Wat, Siem Reap.

Continue to Angkor Thom, once the walled capital, then stand before the smiling stone faces of Bayon Temple, serene and mysterious. Wander through Ta Prohm, where giant tree roots coil around stone towers in a moving reminder of nature reclaiming human creation.

This evening, enjoy a traditional Khmer welcome dinner with classical Apsara dance.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight in Siem Reap.

DAY 12: SUNRISE ANGKOR WAT & TONLE SAP FLOATING VILLAGE (PVT) [MEALS: B]

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SUNRISE ANGKOR WAT

Rise before dawn to witness sunrise at Angkor Wat—a moment travelers remember for a lifetime. Soft pink light emerges behind silhouette towers while lotus ponds reflect morning colors. It is silent, peaceful, sacred.

Later, visit a floating village on Tonle Sap Lake, where homes, schools, and markets rise and fall with water levels. Learn how communities adapt to seasonal changes and live harmoniously with nature.

Return to town for free evening.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight in Siem Reap.

DAY 13: SIEM REAP  – DEPARTURE [MEALS: B]

Breakfast at your hotel

After breakfast, enjoy free time for coffee, spa, or last-minute shopping before transferring to the airport for your onward journey.

 

End of Services!

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THE TOUR PRICE PER PERSON WITH VIETLONG TRAVEL OFFER FOR HIGH TOURISM SEASON

Validity: until 31st Dec, 2026

DESCRIPTION

ADULTS (>11 YEARS OLD)

 

1

2

3-6

7-10

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT

 

TWIN/DOUBLE SHARED ROOM

 

Category 3*

$ 1,703

$ 1,013

$ 941

$ 841

$ 390

Category 4*

$ 2,092

$ 1,218

$ 1,148

$ 1,043

$ 729

Category 5*

$ 2,878

$ 2,044

$ 1,927

$ 1,763

$ 1,154

 

ADDITIONAL COST FOR FLIGHT

DEPARTURE

ARRIVAL

PRICE PER PAX

AIRLINES

Noi Bai International Airport
HAN

Da Nang International Airport
DAD

US $105

VNA

Economy Class

Da Nang International Airport
DAD

Tan Son Nhat International Airport
SGN

US $105

VNA

Economy Class

Tan Son Nhat International Airport
SGN

Siem Reap International Airport
SAI

US $170

K6

Economy Class

Note: Price can be changed without prior notice on the basis of the seats availability at the time of booking or issuance, please reconfirm before booking
Airfares is in economy class and including 7 kg carry-on baggage & 20 kg checked baggage

All airfares can be issued at your end

 

INCLUSIVE OF ABOVE PROGRAM:

ACCOMMODATION (Double sharing occupancy) with daily breakfast (Check-in/Check-out time around noon).
EXPERIENCED ENGLISH SPECKING TOUR GUIDE for ALL TOURS.
SERVICES OF A DRIVER AND PRIVATE AIR-CONDITIONED VEHICLE for all airport transfers.
MEALS AS MENTIONED ON PROGRAM
1 Day trip discover Hanoi city
2Way shuttle bus transfer Hanoi – Ha Long bay – Hanoi
2 Days / 1night overnight cruise trip to Ha Long Bay
Round trip with cable car in Bana Hills
Cooking class experience in Hoi An
1 /2 Day Discover Ho Chi Minh city
1 day discover Angkor Wat
Boat trip in Tonle Sap lake

 

EXCLUSIVE OF ABOVE PROGRAM:

Round-trip international flight from your country, Domestic flight tickets.
Early check in or late check out service
Visa – as per country requirements.
Travel insurance (we highly recommend that you purchase adequate insurance).
Additional meals/beverages and personal expenses.
Offering tips and expressing gratitude for guides and drivers is recommended at a rate of 3 USD /client /day for guides and 2 USD per client /day for drivers. Feel free to adjust the amount based on your satisfaction with their services.

 

LIST OF LIST OF HOTELS USE:

*Important Note: All hotels are subject to change to the similar ones

CITY

3* CATEGORY

4* CATEGORY

5* CATEGORY

HA NOI

LA DOLCE VITA HANOI

SUPERIOR

MK PREMIER BOUTIQUE HOTEL

DELUXE CITY VIEW

APRICOT HOTEL
SKET ROOM

HA LONG BAY

AMANDA CRUISE

DELUXE CABIN

MILA LUX CRUISE

DELUXE CABIN

HERMES CRUISE

DELUXE CABIN

DA NANG

ROYAL CHARM DA NANG HOTEL

DELUXE SEA VIEW- PARTIAL

BALCONA DA NANG HOTEL

SUPERIOR BALCONY

DLG HOTEL DA NANG

DELUXE OCEAN VIEW

HOI AN

KIMAN HOI AN HOTEL

DELUXE ROOM

LA CHARM HOI AN

DELUXE OLD TOWN ROOM

SON HOI AN BOUTIQUE

DELUXE CITY ROOM

HO CHI MINH

ACNOS HOTEL

PREMIUM DELUXE

THE ODYS BOUTIQUE HOTEL

DELUXE

NIKKO SAIGON HOTEL
DELUXE

SIEM REAP

PIERRE HOTEL & SPA
DELUXE ROOM

KOULEN CENTRAL HOTEL

DELUXE ROOM

BOREI ANGKOR RESORT
DELUXE ROOM

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