DISCOVER VIETNAM & ANGKOR

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Duration

10 Nights & 11 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

1 person

Languages

English, Vietnamese

Highlights

  • ❖ Experience a cyclo ride through the laneways of Hanoi’s Old Quarter.
  • ❖ Catch a performance of Vietnam’s unique Water Puppets.
  • ❖ Sampan ride through a karst landscape to visit Tam Coc “Ha Long bay on land”.
  • ❖ An overnight cruise aboard a stunning luxury traditional cruise to experience the serene beauty of the UNESCO World Heritage listed Ha Long Bay.
  • ❖ Soak up the atmosphere in the picturesque town of Hoi An.
  • ❖ Discover the famous Golden Bridge on Ba Na Hill.
  • ❖ Experience the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City.
  • ❖ Experience history first-hand as you crawl the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels. Sample local food and food eaten by soldiers who lived in The wonder of Vietnam's unique military art.
  • ❖ Release yourself on the hand-rowed sampan cruising across small peaceful Mekong canals.
  • ❖ Explore Angkor wonders and uncover the mysterious remains of ancient Khmer Empire.
  • ❖ Feast on Khmer cuisine & Apsara dance show.

DAY 01: HA NOI ARRIVAL.

Includes: Dinner at Indian restaurant, Private airport transfers, English-speaking guide, All entrance fees, 01 bottles mineral water per person, early check in + breakfast at hotel. Accommodation at hotel. Arrive Noi Bai international airport. After completing immigration formalities and clearing customs you will be met by our driver outside the baggage claim area who will escort you to a private waiting vehicle (07 seaters car) for your transfer to your hotel (35 km | Approx. 45 minutes). Our driver will be holding a welcome board with your name. Check in hotel. Afternoon: Enjoy a private half day Ha Noi city tour. The driver and our English guide will pick you up at your hotel. We will visit the Temple of Literature - Vietnam’s first university. Constructed in 1070, the temple is dedicated to one of the world’s most famous scholars, Confucius, inside the temple grounds huge stone stele rest on the backs of even larger stone turtles (in Vietnamese culture the turtle represents longevity). The Maison centrale in Hanoi, also known as Hoa Lo Prison or the ‘Hanoi Hilton’. Enjoying a cyclo ride through Hanoi’s Old Quarter, also known as “36 streets.” This bustling area of narrow streets and alleys is home to thousands of small businesses and shopkeepers. It’s a great place to explore with plenty of photo opportunities all around you. You will have some free time to explore the old quarter and enjoy interaction with local artisans. We will also visit Hoan Kiem Lake, the heart of Ha Noi. Start your evening with a traditional water puppet performance “Roi Nuoc” (Approx. 50 minutes). The stage is actually a large container of water where the characters (carved wooden puppets} “act” out the story, most of the stories are whimsical and fun, and the puppeteers stand in waist deep water behind a screen controlling the puppets with rods that mostly are under the water. Free your time at leisure. Overnight in Hanoi.

DAY 02: HANOI - NINH BINH - HOA LU - TAM COC - MUA CAVE - HA NOI.

Includes: 01 breakfast at hotel, Private coach on tour, English-speaking guide, All entrance fees, 02 bottles mineral water per person, boat at Tam Coc, accommodation at hotel. Breakfast at hotel. We will transfer to Ninh Binh province (105 km | Approx. 02 hours 30 minutes) to visit Tam Coc - is known as Ha Long bay on the rice fields, the same limestone rocks as in Ha Long bay but seen from a winding stream through paddy fields instead of the sea. Upon arrival Ninh Binh. We visit Hoa Lu, which was the capital of the Dinh and Early Le dynasties in Vietnam in the 10th and 11th century. The sanctuaries were built in the 17 century. We will see the stone pedestal of a royal throne, bronze bells and statues of the emperors. We then visit Mua cave. After climbing 500 stone steps to the scenic overlook atop Ngoa Long Mountain, travelers will be rewarded with a stunning panorama of Ngo Dong River and the paddy fields below. To add to the incredible 360-degree view, there are a few worship sites along the ascent, offering visitors a glimpse into Vietnam’s long-standing legacy of Buddhism. Afternoon: We will take a private sampan ride through a karst landscape. You may feel like they had just disappeared from the real world to get lost in such a hidden fairy site, which is located approximately 2km from the pagoda. Tam Coc is 3 kilometers from Van Lam wharf. Now just take a boat from Van Lam wharf to reach the Tam Coc grotto, which consists of the Hang Ca, Hang Hai and Hang Ba caves. This might take you two-three hours on your small boat along the Ngo Dong river, beginning at the village of Van Lam and proceeding through a scenic landscape dominated by rice fields and karst towers. Transfer back to Ha Noi (105 km | Approx. 02 hours 30 minutes). Free your time at leisure. Overnight in Hanoi.

DAY 03: HA NOI - HA LONG BAY

Includes: 01 breakfast at hotel, 01 lunch & 01 dinner on cruise, Private coach on tour, English-speaking guide (on cruise), All entrance fees, 02 bottles mineral water per person, accommodation on cruise. Breakfast at hotel. We depart for Ha Long city to visit Ha Long Bay, a World Natural Heritage site and a World of New7Wonders. (170 km | Approx. 02 hour 30 minutes). Ha Long Bay features thousands of limestone karsts and isles in various sizes and shapes with 1969 islets. Several of the islands are hollow, with enormous caves, other support floating villages of fishermen. You have chance of observing scenic country side of Vietnam dominated by enormous lush rice field. Upon arrival in Ha Long. Check-in between 11:30 - 12:00 at the boat port. Enjoy a refreshing “Welcome cocktail” upon check-in on the sun deck. Enjoy your lunch as the vessel sails to Ha Long Bay passing the Fighting cocks Islet, the Elephant leg Islet, the Castle Islet, the Soi Sim Island…Arrive at Surprise Grotto - one of the most famous grotto in the entire Ha Long, we will visit the cave by tender. After taking a lot of photos and admire the beauty of the cave we will visit the fishing village by local rowing boat with the opportunity to interact with fishermen who have been living in the bay for almost three generations then we return to the vessel for free time at your leisure. You can swim in the clear emerald waters, soak up the sun over a cool beer on the top deck sun lounge or try your hand at some kayaking (your account) amongst the huge limestone outcrops that surround us. We retire to the cruise and relax on the top deck and enjoy a refreshing drink from the bar. Enjoy and learn the Vietnamese cooking demonstration on the sundeck, you can attend the chef's cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking. Your delicious seafood dinner will be served at the restaurant. Stay overnight on cruise for a more in-depth experience. (The itinerary above may be changed depending on the cruise we choose and weather permitting).

DAY 04: HA LONG BAY - FLY TO DA NANG.

Includes: 01 breakfast on cruise, 01 brunch on cruise, Private airport arrival & departure transfers, 02 bottles mineral water per person, Tai Chi Exercise, accommodation at hotel. Greet the day with a morning Tai Chi Exercise with an opportunity to view the sunrise over the bay. Sitting on the upper desk we can enjoy the breath - taking beauty of the rocky islands rising from the crystal-clear water of the bay. We can hear the birds singing, cicadas chirping ashore and the gentle lapping of the waves against our boat, the perfect soundtrack to accompany the fresh air and gentle breeze. Enjoy the international brunch buffet served in the restaurant. Check-out on board and disembarkation at boat port. Our driver will pick you up then transfer to Noi Bai airport (170 km | Approx. 02 hour 30 minutes) to take a short domestic flight to Da Nang (approx. 01 hour 15 minutes). Upon arrival Da Nang airport, you are welcome by our driver and then be transferred to your hotel (7 km | Approx. 15 minutes). Free your time at leisure. Overnight in Da Nang.

DAY 05: DA NANG - HOI AN - DA NANG.

Includes: 01 breakfast at hotel, English-speaking guide, Private coach on tour, all entrance fees, 01 bottle mineral water per person, 02 pax/boat with a lanterns/pax drop for good luck, accommodation at hotel. Breakfast at hotel. Free your time at leisure. Afternoon: We transfer to Hoi An town. Enjoy a walking tour of the ancient town, visit the 400-year old Japanese Covered Bridge- The symbol of Hoi An. The Japanese covered bridge was the first bridge in Hoi An and was constructed in 1593. It was built by the Japanese community of Hoian to link them with the Chinese quarters across the stream. We continue to visit the Chua Ong Pagoda and Tan Ky old house, with more than 200 years of history. Enjoy a short cruise on the river to experience the Lantern Floating, a small boat riding with a lantern drop for good luck. Transfer to the hotel in Da Nang. Free your time at leisure. Overnight in Da Nang.

DAY 06: DA NANG - BA NA HILL - DA NANG

Includes: 01 breakfast at hotel, English-speaking guide, Private coach on tour, All entrance fees, 02 bottles mineral water per person, cable car round trip, accommodation at hotel. Breakfast at hotel. 08h30: Pick up at your hotel & transfer to Ba Na Hills, pass the seashore on Nguyen Tat Thanh Street, one of the most beautiful roads of Danang City and Red Beach, where the French first landed in Da Nang. 09h15: Arrive at the Cable car station at the foot of Ba Na Mountain. Enjoy the first leg Cable car, which achieves two Guinness World records in 2009, longest non-stop cable car (5,042m) and highest nonstop cable car (1,292m). Sitting in the cabin, in mid air, looking upon the endless tree line of the forests, bring you with spectacular views of the lush jungle and fairly waterfalls along the way. Experience pristine ecological systems of the Ba Na Mountains will leave you the sense of unforeseeable discovery. Visit the Le Jardin, old wineries, remains of French Villas and Linh Ung Pagoda with 27m high Buddha status. We then leave the Le Jardin for the second cable car station to visit the top of mountain and see the remain of old villas. Conquer the Peak of Chua Mountain at the height of 1,487m. View the whole Danang city under the cluster of white clouds. Leave Peak of Chua Mountain, visit the trail of Dreaming Stream, Rainbow Waterfall, Suspension Bridge, Golden Valley, and ruined Opera House. Next, visit the Fantasy Amusement Park, and enjoy the 4D Movie and optionally a few free games. (Games which have rewards, are payable at the location). Play with wild monkeys and take photos. Free time for visiting Ba Na Hills. 16h00: We return to Cable car station at foot of Ba Na Mountain. 16h30: Transfer back to your hotel. Free your time at leisure. Overnight in Da Nang.

DAY 07: DA NANG - FLY TO HO CHI MINH CITY (SAIGON)

Includes: 01 breakfast at hotel, Private airport transfer, 02 bottles mineral water per person, accommodation at hotel. Breakfast at hotel. Free your time at leisure unstill our driver picks you up and transfer to Da Nang airport (30 km | Approx. 50 minutes) for a short flight to Ho Chi Minh city (approx. 01 hour 15 minutes). We will board the flight at 19:30. You are welcome by our driver at Tan Son Nhat airport and then transferred to the hotel (12 km | Approx. 30 minutes). Free your time at leisure. Overnight in Saigon.

DAY 08: SAIGON - CU CHI TUNNEL - MEKONG DELTA - SAIGON.

Includes: 01 breakfast at hotel, Englishspeaking guide, Private coach on tour, All entrance fees, 02 bottles mineral water per person, private boat on Mekong delta with seasonal fruit, horse-cart, accommodation at hotel. Breakfast at hotel. Our guide and driver will pick you up at the lobby of your hotel and then transfer to Cu Chi district, 50 km to the northwest of Saigon city (approx. 01 hour 30 minutes). The incredible underground network in Cu Chi stretched over 200 kilometers and became legendary during the American war. The extensive tunnels have been specially constructed with living areas, storage facilities, weapon factories, filed hospitals, command canter, plus accommodation. Upon arrival to the Cu Chi Tunnels, watch a short introductory video showing how they were constructed, then spend the next hour exploring the maze of tunnels. Experience history first-hand as you crawl the legendary Cu Chi tunnels, sample local food and food eaten by soldiers who lived in the wonder of Vietnam's unique military art. A war veteran will show you around, allowing a moving insight into the struggles they endured. Journey south to the Mekong delta, known as the ‘rice bowl of Vietnam’, and spend a full day exploring one of Vietnam’s most fertile regions and the main cultivation area of rice and tropical fruits. We stop at Cao Dai Temple in the town of Ben Luc for taking picture. We then take a private leisurely boat trip, stocked with cold, cloth towels, bottled water, fresh, seasonal fruits, and green tea, cruise around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands (04 sacred animals of Buddhism). We can see the fishing market and visit the floating fish farm. Enjoy a rowing boat ride in the shadows of the water-coconut palms along the tiny canals to discover “Coconuts homeland”, Ben Tre. Enjoying fresh coconut juice on the boat. We will visit the picturesque orchards and sample the freshly picked fruit at the invitation of friendly local farmers. Spend some time in the villages to learn about the daily lives of the inhabitants, enjoying some kinds of tropical fruits while listening southern traditional music. You can learn how to make coconut candy. You can try some candies, visit the honey bee farm and try the honey, banana wine, ginger jams, soy beans… made by the villagers. Enjoy a horse-cart around the village to have a look at the orchards and visit local people’s house. Enjoy a relaxing cup of honey tea before returning to My Tho via a natural canal, cruising under the shadows of water coconut palms. We boat back to My Tho via a natural canal, cruising under the shadows of water coconut palms. Transfer back to Saigon city. Free your time at leisure. Overnight in Saigon.

DAY 09: SAIGON CITY – FLY TO SIEM REAP

Includes: 01 breakfast at hotel, English-speaking guide, Private coach on tour, all entrance fees, 02 bottles mineral water per person, Breakfast at hotel. We begin with a visit to the twin towers of Notre Dame Cathedral (outside), a red brick edifice with twin spires constructed, a familiar landmark in Ho Chi Minh City since the 1880s. Then head across the square to the historic Saigon Central Post Office, a grand and impressive building incorporating Gothic and Renaissance styles - you may wish to send a postcard home. Make sure we will continue with a visit to the War Remnants Museum for a vivid perspective of the American war through the eyes of the Vietnamese, the museum is a reminder of the horrors of the war. We then enjoy a walking tour to visit the famous Ben Thanh Market, this will give you a good insight into the Vietnamese markets as well as an opportunity to interact with locals. Free your time at leisure until our guide and driver pick you up then transfer to Tan Son Nhat airport (12 km | Approx. 30 minutes) to take your flight to Siem Reap. Upon arrival Siem Reap airport, you are welcome and transfer to the hotel (10 km Approx. 20 minutes). Free your time at leisure. Overnight in Siem Reap

DAY 10: ANGKOR WONDERS.

Includes: 01 breakfast at hotel, Private coach on tour, English-speaking guide, All entrance fees, 02 bottles mineral water per person, accommodation at hotel. Breakfast at hotel. Today, we will visit the largest and most impressive temple - Angkor Wat - one of the most beautiful and fascinating places on the planet. Angkor Wat was built between 1112 and 1152 by King Suryavarman II. Angkor Wat with its five towers, perfect symmetry and exquisite bas-reliefs is one of the most inspired religious monuments ever built. The five towers that dominate the scene are said to represent the five peaks of Mount Meru, the mythical home of the omnipotent Hindu deity Shiva. Beautiful bas beliefs and carvings adorn the inner sanctuaries depicting various Hindu mythological epics, including the longest continuous bas relief in the world, which runs along the outer gallery walls. Afternoon: We continue to visit the fortified Royal city of Angkor Thom, constructed by King Jayavarman II at the end of the 12th century, not long after the completion of Angkor Wat. It is surrounded by a massive perimeter wall and a moat with five monumental gates and covers an area of more than ten square kilometers, indeed Angkor Thom means‘Great city’. The most important monuments are located in the center of the city, namely the Bayon, Baphoun and the Terrace of Elephants. The Bayon in particular is a fascinating piece of architecture and one of the most photographed. It is a bizarre structure, with a total of 54 towers elaborately decorated with over 200 enigmatic smiling faces. From Angkor Thom we proceed to Ta Prohm Temple, whose principal attraction is that it has not been rescued from the thick jungle, as the rest of the Angkor Complex. It looks much the same as it would have done when the French explorers came here 140 years ago, shrouded in undergrowth and the huge roots of old Banyan trees. As the end of the day approaches, we climb to the hilltop temple of Phnom Bakheng for a truly memorable sunset. Free your time at leisure. Overnight in Siem Reap.

DAY 11: SIEM REAP - TONLE SAP LAKE - DEPARTURE

Includes: 01 breakfast at hotel, Private coach on tour, Private boat on Tonle Sap Lake, English-speaking guide, All entrance fees, 02 bottles mineral water per person, accommodation at hotel. Breakfast at hotel. We then transfer (20 km | Approx. 50 minutes) to visit the Tonle Sap Lake. Located in the heart of Cambodia, this huge lake swells up to seven times of its original size during the monsoon season every year. Its ecosystem is one of the richest and the most diversified in the region. We will explore Kampong Kleang, one of the most unspoiled floating communities on the lake by boat. We will cruise on the wooden sampan across the vast lake to the floating villages, passing submerged forests and fish farms. If the timing is right it might even be possible to visit a floating school to interact with teachers and students. Observe the authentic village life while we stroll by the simple huts. Free your time at leisure unstill you are transferred to the airport (10 km | Approx. 20 minutes) for your departure flight.

  • ❖ 01 FOC for group of every 15+1 paying pax. (Excluding air tickets, train tickets, visa…).
  • ❖ Local English-speaking guides.
  • ❖ All accommodation twin/double share with daily breakfast.
  • ❖ All meals as indicated on itinerary.
  • ❖ Private luxury coach, newest model with wifi systems & airconditioned.
  • ❖ Private airport arrival & departure transfers.
  • ❖ Cyclor tour & water puppet show in Hanoi.
  • ❖ Boat on Tam Coc, round trip cab car in Ba Na hill.
  • ❖ All entrance fees & permits during guided time.
  • ❖ Tips for local guides and drivers.
  • ❖ Domestic gov’t tax and service charge.
  • ❖ Luggage handling and complementary Vietnam map.
  • ❖ Complimentary 02 bottles mineral water per person on touring days provided on the coach.
  • ❖ International air tickets/Domestic air tickets & airport taxes.
  • ❖ Passport & visa fees, visa stamping.
  • ❖ Items of a personal nature, such as laundry, telephone calls, room service, alcoholic &
  • non-alcoholic beverages, etc.
  • ❖ Single room (quoted separately), Child or adult in triple sharing room.
  • ❖ Other language (French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, Arabic, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese…) may be on request.
  • ❖ Vegetable meals may be on request.
  • ❖ Bottled/mineral water during any meal.
  • ❖ Gratuities to tour guides, drivers and restaurant staff for services rendered.
  • ❖ Local tourist guide where not specified above.
  • ❖ Peak tourist season or special event rates.

5 – 7 hours
Upto 5 Days

English
Vietnamese

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Member Since 2023

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