VIETNAM AND CAMBODIA TOUR OF WONDERS – 12 DAYS

* Brief Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival – Hanoi Capital
Day 2: Hanoi Full Day Sightseeing Tour

Day 3: Hanoi – Halong Bay Tour
Day 4: Halong Bay Cruising Tour – Hanoi
Day 5: Hue group tour to Phong Nha Cave – Hue
Day 6: Full Day Hue City Tour
Day 7: Hue – Da Nang – Hoi An Sightseeing Tour
Day 8: Hoi An Ancient Town – My Son Sanctuary
Day 9: Da Nang City Flight to Siem Reap
Day 10: Siem Reap – Angkor Wat Temple
Day 11: Siem Reap – Tonle Sap
Day 12: Siem Reap – Departure

DAY 1 : Vietnam Cambodia Tour Of Wonders : ARRIVAL – HANOI PACKAGE TOURS (-/-/-)

On arrival at Noi Bai Airport, you are met by our guide and transferred to hotel. The capital of Vietnam, Hanoi is a stylish and gracious city that retains an unique old world charm and some Asia’s most striking colonial architecture. The many lakes and parks make for relaxing atmosphere. If time permits we enjoy a short cyclo ride through the bustling old quarter streets named after the specific goods once offered for sale at these places.

O/N in Ha Noi.

DAY 2 – HANOI FULL DAY SIGHTSEEING TOURS (B/-/-)

Today we commence our exploration of Hanoi with the Ho Chi Minh Complex, which contains the mausoleum of the nation’s founder Ho Chi Minh, the Presidential Palace and the Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts. Close to this complex is the One Pillar Pagoda, whose origins date back to the foundation of city. We follow it with a visit to the Temple of Literature, which is well known as the first university of Vietnam and the History Museum with an excellent collection of artifacts illustrating the Vietnamese history.

Later on, we will take a short visit at Hilton Prison where Vietnamese soldiers did captured & detained American pilots from 1967 till 1973 to learn more about the history of Vietnam war against American Imperialists.

In this afternoon, visiting the outlaying Ethnologic Museum is also a major part of our sightseeing. This gleaming mansion is dedicated to Vietnam’s 54 ethnic group s. Afterwards we drive to the Tran Quoc Pagoda and Quan Thanh Temple. They are some major highlights set by the beautiful West Lake. We also visit the old quarters and the peaceful lake of Hoan Kiem with its sacred temple. In front of this lake is the famous water puppet theatre where we will see a fantastic performance.

O/N in Ha Noi.

DAY 3 – HALONG BAY ON FLAMINGO CRUISE (B/L/D)

7:30 – 08:30: Our SHUTTLE BUS with tour guide will pick you up at your hotels (Note: This pick-up is just applicable for those who use our shuttle bus service)

10h30: Stopover in Hai Duong city where you can experience our hand-made Vietnamese handicraft products.

12h30: Arrive in Tuan Chau Marina Pier (Tuan Chau Island). Followed by activities:

+ Boarding FLAMINGO CRUISEs for departure.

+ Welcome drink will be served and cruise briefing, safety instructions, check-in cabins by Cruise Manager.

+ Great lunch is served while cruising passing by islets, through Hoa Cuong floating village.

+ Exploration of Halong Bay passing by Soi Sim Beach, Coconut Three Island. Then arrive in the area of Surprising Cave.

+ Kayaking & swimming or climbing up to the mountain and getting a complete view of Halong Bay at Titov Beach

+ Joining our COOKING CLASS on the sun-deck. Learn how to make the fresh/fried spring rolls and mix fish-sauce.

+ Enjoy a sunset party with fruit and wine.

19:30: Under the magnificent night sky, Our luxury set-menu dinner is served with a variety of Vietnamese and Asian foods.

Evening activities include:

+ Join the SQUID FISHING on a boat with our crew. You can enjoy the squid cooked with assistance from our chef.

+ Or Relax yourself with our happy-hour drinks at the bar.

Overnight on Flamingo Cruise.

DAY 4 – HA LONG BAY CRUISE TOUR – HA NOI –  (B/L/-)

06:15: Tai Chi class on the Sun-deck.

07:15: Have breakfast with Coffee, tea and Bakeries on board.

08:00: Visit the SURPRISING CAVE (Hang Sung Sot) discovered by the French in 1901. Opened for tourists since 1936, now it is a must-see and a symbol for the geological value of Halong.

09:30: Check out time. Then relax on the sun-deck or inside the restaurant to enjoy the bay’s scenery.

10h15: Enjoying a traditional Vietnamese lunch while cruising back to the pier.

12:00: Disembarkation at Tuan Chau Pier. Our car will be at your disposal to pick you up then drive back to Hanoi.

16:00: Arrive in Hanoi.

Overnight in Hanoi

DAY 5 –HANOI – HUE – FULL DAY HUE CITY TOUR (B/L/-)

You will be pickup and transfer to the airport for flight to Hue

On arrival, you are met and transferred to the hotel for checkin

Our guide and driver welcome you at hotel and start day trip to explore Hue Imperial City.  Visit the famous Thien Mu Pagoda upon arrival at the dock to discover Buddhism in Hue. Then you will be transferred to visit the Imperial City (Citadel), the Royal Palace of Nguyen Dynasty. Explore the glory history and stunning architecture inside this complex. Next, you are free to go shopping at Dong Ba Market, you can also discover the interesting local life here while looking for souvenir for friends and family. Have lunch at the restaurant. Pm: Afternoon is the time for Nguyen Emperors’ Mausoleums. You will have chance to visit two of three most famous tombs. Visit Khai Dinh Mausoleum to admire the spectacular architecture which was influenced by Oriental and Western styles. Then visit Minh Mang Mausoleum and discover its traditional style with a peaceful atmosphere. Back to Hue city and end tour at your hotel. Inclusion: Transport, English Speaking Guide, Entrance Fee, Boat, Lunch, Mineral Water, Service Charge.

O/N in Hue.

DAY 6 –HUE GROUP TOUR TO PHONG NHA CAVE (B/L/-)

Departure: 6:30 am & Finish: 19:30pm Am: At 6:30 am, our guide and driver pick you up at your hotel and leave for Quang Binh Province. Phong Nha cave – UNESCO recognized as a World Natural Heritage. On the way, you will pass DMZ of Quang Trị, The Macnamara Line, 17th Parallel, Ben Hai River, Hien Luong Bridge. On arrival Phong Nha, have lunch at restaurant. Pm: After lunch, you will take a boat along Son River pass through river and forest to Phong Nha Caves and enjoy the wonderful sights of this cave. You will stop to visit Cung Dinh cave, Tien Cave and Bi Ky Cave with beautiful limestone formations. Then you will return to Hue City. End of tour at your hotel. Price: 550.000 VND/Person Inclusion: Transfer, Entrance Fee, E.S Guide, Lunch, Boat, Mineral water

O/N in Hue.

DAY 7 – HUE DAILY TOURS – DANANG – HOIAN SIGHTSEEING TOURS (B/-/-)

Am: At 8:00am our guide and driver welcome you at hotel in Hue and transfer you to leave Hue city for Hoian. You will be driven along National Highway No1 and see more of beautiful landscapes of rice fields, Cau Hai Lagoon, local villages. You will have chance to see Lang Co beach – one of the most beautiful beach in Asia to enjoy nice view. Next you will see the spectacular view of Hai Van Pass through windy road to the summit. From here the panorama of Lang Co Beach, Da Nang city is under your eyes. It is the ideal spot to take wonderful photos of forest and mountains. Arrive Da Nang, you will discover Da Nang city including Cham Museum where shows the collection of Champa sculptures to learn more of Cham culture and then Marble Mountain which is well known as Five Mountains to visit and discover pagoda, cave and view of Da Nang city from the summit. You arrive in Hoian in the early afternoon around 2pm. Tour end at hotel. Inclusion: Transport, English Speaking Guide, Entrance Fee, Mineral Water, Service Charge.

O/N in Hoi An.

DAY 8 – HOI AN & MY SON FULL DAY TOUR (B/-/-)

Am: This morning our guide and driver welcome you at hotel in Hoi An at 8:00 am and transfer to visit My Son Holy Land which is the ruins of Champa Tower and was the Imperial Champa Kingdom in a large area and learn more of Champa culture and tower. Here is the chance for you to enjoy traditional music show. Then you will transfer to visit Thanh Ha Ceramic Village where you will view the various stages of producing the many kinds of the pottery products such as jar vase, earthen pot, decorative lamps, etc and have opportunity to make a small product by yourself. Then embark the boat on Thu Bon River back to Hoi An. Free to have your own lunch.

Pm: After lunch, you will make a walking tour around old streets to discover the charm of Hoi An Ancient Town including Japanese Covered Bridge, Chinese Assembly Halls, Sa Huynh Museum, old houses and the local market…Hoi An is an ideal place for shopping and making tailor with reasonable price. End tour at your hotel.

Inclusion: Transport, English speaking guide, Boat, Entrance fee & Mineral water

O/N in Hoi An.

DAY 9 – DANANG – FLIGHT TO SIEM REAP (B)

Morning breakfast at your hotel, we transfer you to the airport for flight to Siem Reap. Upon arrival, you will be met by our guide and transferred to hotel for check in and lunch.

O/N in Siem Reap.

DAY 10 – ANGKOR WAT TOUR (B/-/-)

08:00 You are met and picked up at your hotel for the visit of Angkor Wat Complex The crowning jewel of Khmer architecture, Angkor Wat is the national symbol and the highlight of any visit to Cambodia. The largest, best preserved, and most religiously significant of the Angkor temples, Angkor impresses visitors both by its sheer scale and beautifully proportioned layout, as well as the delicate artistry of its carvings. To approach the temple, first cross the vast moat, continuing along a broad causeway lined with naga balustrades. After entering the main building, ascend through a series of galleries and courtyards before reaching the central sanctuary, which offers beautiful views back over the causeway and across the surrounding countryside. On the way, stop to enjoy the intricate stone carvings that adorn nearly every surface, with some 1,700 Apsaras, or celestial dancers, sculpted into the walls. Along the outer gallery walls run the longest continuous bas-relief in the world, which narrates stories from Hindu mythology, including the famous Churning of the Ocean of Milk. Angkor Wat is stunning at any time of the day, but sunrise and sunset are especially beautiful times to watch the play of light on the stones.

12: 00 Lunch time (own arrangement)

13:00 The fortified city of Angkor Thom covers an area of 10 square km. Enclosed by the walls and wide moat, the city includes many of Angkor’s most popular sights. Enter by the monumental South Gate over a causeway lined on either side by statues of demons and gods, each carrying a giant naga. Continue to the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper Kings, former spaces for public ceremonies, both adorned with dramatic bas-reliefs. Visit the ruined Baphuon, Royal Enclosure and Phimeanakas before continuing to the mysterious Bayon Temple. In this temple, one of the most popular and compelling in Angkor, explore the galleries of beautifully preserved bas reliefs and ascend narrow stairs to reach the central sanctuary, where you will find giant stone faces smiling enigmatically down at you from every angle.

Visit Ta Prohm, one of the most popular attractions of Angkor as much of the jungle has not been cleared and it looks very much as most of the Angkor monuments would have appeared when European explorers first stumbled across them.

17:30 hrs: Our shuttle bus with guide will bring you back to hotel for the night

O/N in Siem Reap.

DAY 11 : Vietnam Cambodia Tour Of Wonders : Paddle through a Village in the Floating Forest  (B/-/-)

Take a journey back in time and discover a floating village and a way of life that depends on the ebb and flow of the great Tonle Sap Lake. Drive 22 kilometres out of Siem Reap to Kompong Phuk, a cluster of three villages of tall stilted houses built within the floodplains of the lake. Board a traditional boat for a one-hour cruise through the watery landscape. Pass by ramshackle houses precariously perched on top of long thin poles that rise up to seven metres out of the river. Home to both the villagers and their livestock, the buildings in this floating town are accessed by small boats and rickety ladders. Life revolves around the lake with most of the daily chores including laundry, dishwashing, fishing and even bathing, being performed right there in the water. Support the local economy and take a canoe ride with one of the villagers to explore the submerged mangrove forest that surrounds the area. Meander through the tranquil labyrinth of waterways keeping your camera ready for sightings of waterbirds and wildlife including crab-eating macaques. Note: Tour starts 08h00-12h00 or 14h00-18h00. The tour DOES NOT operate during dry season (Mar – Jul) due to low water level. Due to safety concerns we REC for client 12 years old of age and above.

O/N in Siem Reap.

DAY 12 – SIEM REAP – DEPARTURE (B) 

Breakfast at the hotel. Free leisure for your own time for rolling at local market for shopping until transfer to Siem Reap International airport departure flight.

End of Service!

*Inclusions:

• Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
• Accommodation in hotels (Twin / Double shared room)
• Meals as indicated: B = breakfast, L = lunch & D = Dinner
• Regional English or French speaking guide
• Entrance fee to indicated sights
• Water puppet show
• Cruising trip in Ha Long Bay, Boat trip : Hue, Phong Nha
• Night train tickets : Ha Noi – Dong Hoi
• Pure bottled water & wipes
• Visa Approval Letter to Vietnam

*Exclusions :

• International flights in / out (Danang – Siem Reap), Other meals, tip, drinks, airport tax, single room, personal expenses, insurance.