General Information
Tour Highlight
• Explore the ancient capital of Angkor Thom
• Board a boat to the Tonle Sap Lake
• Discover the Pak Ou Caves, Khouang Si Waterfall
• Morning Almsgiving
• Explore the Hanoi Old Quarter
• Cruise on Halong Bay
• Indulge in the vibrant and romantic ambiance on the beach of Hoi An
• One step closer to the mysterious Mekong Delta
Tour Details
Duration: 16 Days/ 15 Nights
Start/ End: Siem Reap/ Ho Chi Minh
Tour Route: Siem Reap - Luang Prabang - Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hoi An – Saigon
Tour Type: Tailor-made tour
Tour Customizable: Definitely! Tell us your interest
Vehicle: private air-conditioned vehicle and licensed driver
Guide Service: private English-speaking guide
Tour Departure: No fixed departure. Anytime you wish!
Brief Itinerary
Cambodia
Day 01: Siem Reap Arrival
Day 02: Siem Reap Explorer – 1st Day
Day 03: Siem Reap Explorer – 2nd Day
Day 04: Siem Reap to Luang Prabang
Laos
Day 05: Luang Prabang Day Tour
Day 06: Luang Prabang to Hanoi
Vietnam
Day 07: Hanoi Day Tour
Day 08: Hanoi to Halong Bay
Day 09: Back to Hanoi – Flight to Danang
Day 10: Hoi An Day Tour
Day 11: Free Day in Hoi An – 1st Day
Day 12: Free Day in Hoi An – 2nd Day
Day 13: Hoi An to Saigon – Cu Chi Tunnel Half-day
Day 14: Discover Mekong Delta
Day 15: Saigon City Tour
Day 16: Saigon Departure
Full Itinerary
Day 01: Siem Reap Arrival
Welcome to Cambodia. When you arrive at the airport, our representative will be waiting to meet you and escort you to the hotel. Once you’ve settled in the hotel, leisurely enjoy the rest of the day.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 02: Siem Reap Explorer – 1st Day (B)
Wake up and enjoy breakfast, visit the ancient city of Angkor Thom. On reaching the destination, you will catch a glimpse of Angkor Wat. Saving the best for last, we visit other equally remarkable ruins of Bayon Temple, Ta Prohm Temple, Banteay Kdei, Baphoun, the Royal Palace, Elephant Terrace, and Leper King Terrace. First of all, we visit Ta Prohm. Protected by time, rain, and the jungle, this structure is hidden under a canopy that will leave you a thrilling feeling as you seem to jump into a sensational adventure movie.
We then visit Banteay Kdei, also known as Citadel of Chambers. Next, our journey continues with a visit to the Victory Gate, the Terrace of Leper King, the Royal Palace, Baphuon as well as Bayon. Once in the Bayon, you will feel like you are being welcomed by this destination as the Bayon itself sets apart with its roughly 200 smiling faces. Moreover, it is time for you to indulge in the picturesque vibe offered by the Bayon’s winding tunnels, chambers, and daring climbs. Keep your camera busy as much as possible.
When the sun’s coming down, enjoy a glory sunset vista while standing on the top of the pyramid-shaped temple of Pre Rup.
Back to the hotel, have dinner, and relax.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 03: Siem Reap Explorer – 2nd Day (B – D)
Today, we will explore one of the Seven Wonders of the World – Angkor Wat.
Take steps inside the Angkor Wat, an amazing architecture will widely open for you. Angkor Wat owns several of the longest and most intricate carved stone. The Angkor Wat is 4 times larger than Vatican city; thus, it is the largest religious site in the world. We will spend the whole morning exploring the site through so many other passengers, levels, and chambers which was home to a myriad of treasures of the ancient world.
Today’s journey will continue to the Banteay Srei – a remote temple placed deeply in the jungle. The Banteay Srei or the Citadel of Women carved from red sandstone, are well preserved till this day and age. This structure is considered the Jewel of Khmer art.
Later, enjoy dinner and attend to the traditional Khmer Apsara Dancing show.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 04: Siem Reap to Luang Prabang (B)
We enjoy a half-day trip to the Tonle Sap Lake. Also, we take a pretty fun ox cart ride through the countryside. The trip will go on with a boat trip leading you through the beautiful lake vistas and mangrove forests. The rest of the morning will spend on the largest village on the lake – Kompong Phluk to explore the interesting daily life of the locals living on the water.
In the afternoon, you will be escorted to the airport for a flight to Luang Prabang. As you arriving at the destination, our representative will meet you and escort you to the hotel.
The rest of the day will be yours.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 05: Luang Prabang Day Tour (B – L – D)
Enjoy a cruise upstream on the Mekong river. En route, stop at the Ban Xanghai village to see how Laos rice wine and rice whiskey are produced. Also, you can join in practicing this process. The trip of exploring the uncanny Pak Ou Caves where two linked caves filled with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues in varied shapes and sizes left by pilgrims.Lunch near the cave with an opportunity to taste a local dish called “Orlam” which is a soup dish cooked with veggies featuring a spicy wood.
In the afternoon, visit Ban Phanom - the traditional weaving village, famous for its hand-woven textiles. We then discover the stunning Khouang Si Waterfall where you can cool your body off with a refreshing swim in the pools or enjoy a walk along the forest.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 06: Luang Prabang to Hanoi (B)
At 5:30 you will be picked up and transferred to a street where Buddhist monks walk with their alms bowls each morning. Witness or indulge in the serene Buddhist ritual of alms giving – also known as tak bat.
After enjoying the ritual, head back to the hotel, take a short rest then we go to Vat Xieng Thong, where we will have a chance to behold the temple with golden decoration. The second stop will be Vat Mai city giving an opportunity to marvel at the stunning architecture of the Laotian city. Next, we climb to the top of the Mountain Phousi to witness the golden stupa sitting at the peak. It’s time to be overwhelmed in sweeping views of the countryside surrounding. Our last destination for this morning excursion will be the National Museum which was home to King Sisavangvong in the early 20th century. The site converges a collection of personal artifacts of the Laos Royal family to the Phra Bang Buddha image as well as the throne from the country’s Lan Xang Kingdom.
In the afternoon, take a flight to Hanoi and the rest of the day in the capital city of Vietnam will be yours.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 07: Hanoi Day Tour (B)
Today, we visit to marvel at the 1.400-year-old pagoda – Tran Quoc featuring ten tiers enclosed by gardens, consisting of a bodhi tree that grew from a cutting of the original Buddhist tree under the position that Buddha sat. Next, we stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake where you will catch a glimpse of the Tortoise Tower at the center of the lake. We take a half-hour cyclo tour to explore the Hanoi Old Quarter. Visit One Pillar Pagoda in the midst of a lotus pond.
The journey continues with a visit to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum before we head to the Temple of Literature – the highlight of today. This is the first university of Vietnam erected roughly a millennium ago.
Later, the rest of the day will be yours.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 08: Hanoi to Halong Bay (B – L – D)
Having breakfast then travel to Halong Bay – one of the seven wonders in the World. Once there, your cruise starts crossing Halong Bay around noon on Tuan Chau island. Once setting sails, get ready to be greeted by the Paradise Crew and the Cruise Manager. Lunch on the boat.
In the afternoon, explore the treasure stretch across the bay of Descending Dragon including pristine beaches, caves, floating villages, impressive rock formations rising up out of the sparkling emerald water. During the time on the boat, you can relax with Spa, Beauty & Massage services. Also, you can attend to the chef’s cooking demonstration and show off your skills to cook Vietnamese dishes.
Overnight on the boat.
Day 09: Back to Hanoi – Flight to Danang (B – L)
Get up early and practice Tai Chi on the sun deck. Buffet breakfast and then, visit the limestone grotto. Get back to Ha Long city and drive back to Hanoi for a domestic flight to Danang. Upon arrival, our representative will be waiting to greet you and escort you to the hotel in Hoi An.
Enjoy lunch and the rest of the day will be yours.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 10: Hoi An Day Tour (B)
Today, we visit the My Son Sacred Land to be overwhelmed in the beautiful mountainous landscape as well as to hear about the history and some stories of the Cham people and this sacred site.
In the afternoon, make our way to Hoi An Ancient Street giving you an insight into the 16th-century port town in it preserved the state. Next, head to the Museum of Trade Ceramic which is home to art and pottery. We also travel to the Chua Ong Pagoda constructed in the 17th century. The pagoda features China’s influence in the area.
As you enter the Ancient Town, the magical scenery will open for you with French-style houses, old lanterns, carved wooden doors and we walk through the Old Tam Ky house to witness the imperial styles meshed with French overtures. After that, we cross the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge which was used to connect the Chinese and Japanese sides of town.
Later, at dusk, we take a leisure walk along the riverside to indulge ourselves in the vibrant vibe of colorful lanterns light up the town.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 11: Free Day in Hoi An – 1st Day (B)
Hoi An is famous for its stunning white sandy beach; thus, you will spend your day lying on the beach under the sunshine. If you want to enjoy more activities, you can opt to get into a fishing tour to experience being a local Fishman or enjoy thrilling diving Cham Island.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 12: Free Day in Hoi An – 2nd Day (B)
We continue to spend this day on the beach or explore Hoi An your way.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 13: Hoi An to Saigon – Cu Chi Tunnel Half-day (B)
Having breakfast and then, take a flight to Saigon. As you arrive at the airport, our representative will be waiting to warmly welcome you and escort you to the hotel.
In the afternoon, leave the crowded streets and we head to Cu Chi district (1.5 hours). On reaching the destination, you will watch a short documentary video. You will learn about the history, tenacity, and ingenuity of the Cu Chi inhabitants. Moreover, you will have a chance of crawling inside the tunnels and firing off several rounds from M-16 or AK-47 assault rifles at the shooting range.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 14: Discover Mekong Delta (B – L)
Today, we discover the Mekong river which plays an essential role in the Vietnamese people’s lives. We visit Vinh Trang Pagoda adorned with mosaics made of broken pottery. The pagoda offers an overlook a tall white Buddha amongst lovely gardens that are overflowing with flowers, lotus pools, shrubs, and tombs and ornate gate. Continue to ride along the river to witness the fruit plantations, fishing villages, and stilt houses.
In the afternoon, visit An Khanh village specializing in fruit orchards and coconut sweets. If time is available, we take a short cycling tour through the island or explore the island on foot.
Back to Saigon and leisurely enjoy the rest of the day.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 15: Saigon City Tour (B – L)
Our today’s Ho Chi Minh city tour will begin at 8:30 am. We head to the Reunification Palace to learn about the culture and history of the city. Next, we head to the Notre Dame Cathedral and General Post Office structured around 1877 and 1883 respectively. These are two iconic buildings presenting examples of French colonial architecture. Also, we go to the Opera House after enjoying lunch at a local restaurant. After that, we visit Chinatown and Chinese market Binh Tay.
The final will be Ben Thanh Market, one of the largest markets in Vietnam.
Back to the hotel and enjoy the last nightlife in Vietnam.
Day 16: Saigon Departure
Time to say goodbye your Indochina classic tour. Enjoy your last moment with a delicious breakfast and take a rest at the hotel/ a coffee shop or stroll around the city. You then transfer to the airport for your flight to come back home. The trip ends. Hope you had a memorable trip and wish that we can serve you next time when it comes to other Asia vacation packages.
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