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Simply Vietnam with Laos & Cambodia

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 Trip Length
19 Days
 Trip Starts
Luang Prabang
 Trip Finishes
Siem Reap
19 Day Simply Vietnam with Laos & Cambodia Itinerary (Cosmos)
Countries Explored: Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia
Trip Style
Regional Discovery
Accommodation
3 - 4 Star
Max. Group Size
24
Guide Level
Fully Guided, Locally Guided
Trip Code
2717

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Cosmos 19 Day Simply Vietnam with Laos & Cambodia. With their long histories, interesting cultures, and gorgeous scenery, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos offer something for everyone. On this Southeast Asia tour, you'll overnight in Luang Prabang, Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Phong Nha National Park, Hoi An, Hue, Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh, and Siem Reap. Begin in Luang Prabang, itself a UNESCO Heritage Site, where you'll ascend Mount Phousi for beautiful views of the city and the Mekong River.

Sightseeing tours in the cities feature the must-see sites,...read more including Luang Prabang's Wat Xieng Thong, a 16th-century temple featuring Buddhist art and architecture; Hanoi's One Pillar Pagoda, built in 1049; Hue's Forbidden Purple City, the emperor's residence constructed in 1804; Hoi An's Thien Mu Pagoda; and Phnom Penh's Royal Palace. In Ho Chi Minh City, your sightseeing includes the War Remnants Museum and the Cu Chi region, where you'll get to explore the deep, narrow tunnels constructed by the Viet Cong during the war.

You'll enjoy seeing some of Vietnam's gorgeous sights and destinations via the water. Cruise on Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with some of the world's most amazing scenery. You'll sail by islets, caves, beaches, and floating villages. In Phong Nha National Park, a boat ride on the Son River takes you to Phong Nha Cave. Enjoy a cruise in Hoi An on the Thu Bon River, where you'll pass unspoiled countryside.

A highlight of this Southeast Asia tour are the spectacular ruins at Angkor, including Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; Angkor Thom; and 10th-century Banteay Srei Temple, known for its intricate decorations.

These are just some of the many highlights on this tour through Southeast Asia. Designed for savvy, value-minded travelers, it's a dream vacation!

Itinerary

Welcome to Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Begin your morning by ascending MOUNT PHOUSI for beautiful views over the city and Mekong River. Then, walk through the historic town centre stopping at WAT MAI, famous for its 5-tiered roof built in the traditional style of Luang Prabang. You will also visit the NATIONAL MUSEUM and WAT XIENG THONG, often thought to be the most beautiful wat, or monastery, in the city. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore further. (B/L)

A full day at your leisure. Perhaps consider an excursion to Kuang Si Waterfalls or a cruise on the Mekong River to Pak Ou Caves. (B)

Fly to Hanoi, Vietnam's capital city. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. (B)

Today's included sightseeing tour takes you to many of the city's highlights, including the TEMPLE OF LITERATURE, a peaceful series of walled courtyards and gateways, and ONE PILLAR PAGODA, designed to resemble a lotus blossom. You will also see Ho Chi Minh's stilt house, Hoan Kiem Lake, and the fascinating network of alleyways and shop houses that make up the Old Quarter. This evening, enjoy a performance of Hanoi's famed WATER PUPPETS. (B/D)

Drive to Ha Long Bay, one of Vietnam's favourite destinations, and board your DAY CRUISE through the stunning bay. Enjoy lunch on board as you sail through the dramatic limestone islands, then explore the Sung Sot (Surprising Cave) and visit Titov Island. (B/L)

Return to Hanoi this morning and fly to Dong Hoi. From here, journey inland to remarkable PHONG NHA-KE BANG NATIONAL PARK, a UNESCO park littered with beautiful jungles, caves, and underground rivers. Your lodging tonight is a charming farmstay at the base of park. (B/D)

This morning, take a BOAT RIDE on the Son River to PHONG NHA CAVE, famous for its rock formations with names like the "Lion" and the "Buddha." The afternoon is at your leisure to enjoy the activities and serene views at your hotel. (B/L/D)

Drive to Hue, stopping at the DMZ bridge en route. Upon arrival in the imperial walled city of Hue, visit the FORBIDDEN PURPLE CITY, modeled after Beijing's famed Forbidden CIty. During your visit, you will see Thai Hoa Palace, the Halls of the Mandarins, and the Nine Dynastic Urns. (B)

Begin today with a visit to pretty THIEN MU PAGODA, made up of seven tiers, each dedicated to a step assumed by Buddha to reach enlightenment. Continue up the river to the IMPERIAL TOMB OF MINH MANG, a majestic complex of courtyards, pavilions, and temples in a beautiful setting. Head south through spectacular Hai Van Pass (weather permitting) and visit the CHAM MUSEUM, then continue to the charming town of Hoi An. (B/L)

Start today with a CRUISE on the Thu Bon River, passing unspoiled countryside. Then, a leisurely WALKING TOUR through Hoi An Ancient Town brings you to the Japanese Covered Bridge. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (B)

Enjoy your morning at leisure. This afternoon, fly to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam's largest and most vibrant city, packed with timeless traditions. (B)

Today's sightseeing tour takes in Dong Khoi Street, the main shopping thoroughfare, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Central Post Office. Afterward, visit the REUNIFICATION PALACE and the WAR REMNANTS MUSEUM, as well as the Chinese district. (B)

Today, visit the CU CHI TUNNELS, an extraordinary network of tunnels more than 120 miles long that was used by the Viet Cong as a hideout and secret village during the war. See secret trapdoors, underground kitchens, living areas, and meeting rooms. If you are feeling adventurous, you may enter and explore the deep, narrow tunnels. (B)

Today, fly to Phnom Penh, Cambodia's capital city. (B)

Today's sightseeing tour takes in the ROYAL PALACE with its spectacular Silver Pagoda, as well as the haunting TUOL SLENG GENOCIDE MUSEUM, a former torture and interrogation centre under the Khmer Rouge. You will also visit one of the KILLING FIELDS. This afternoon, fly to Siem Reap. (B)

Today, visit nearby ANGKOR, the ancient Khmer capital. Visit the splendid temple complex that includes ANGKOR WAT, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and ANGKOR THOM, the former fortified royal city built by King Jayavarman VII, which includes Bayon and Baphuon Temples, the Terrace of Elephants, and the Terrace of the Leper King. (B/L)

Today, visit the exquisite 10th-century BANTEAY SREI, a unique temple dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva that was built on a small scale from red sandstone, which can be carved like wood. Unlike the other temples, TA PROHM has been left relatively untouched. Surrounded by jungle, tree roots grow over and through the ruin walls, and you will experience the temple with the same wonder as the early explorers who discovered it. (B)

Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • HANOI: Visit the Temple of Literature, One Pillar Pagoda; water puppets performance
  • HA LONG BAY: Afternoon cruise on the bay
  • PHONG NHA-KE BANG NATIONAL PARK: Boat ride on Son River, visit Phong Nha Cave
  • HUE: Visit the Forbidden Purple City, Imperial Tomb of Minh Mang, Thien Mu Pagoda
  • HOI AN: Cruise on Thu Bon River; walking tour through Hoi An Ancient Town
  • HO CHI MINH CITY: Visit the Reunification Palace, the War Remnants Museum, and Cu Chi Tunnels
  • TRANSPORTATION: Private, deluxe, air-conditioned motorcoach while touring
  • PHNOM PENH: Visit the Royal Palace and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum; Host service during your stay
  • SIEM REAP: Visit Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, Banteay Srai, and Ta Prohm; Host service during your stay
  • Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable
  • PROFESSIONAL TOUR DIRECTOR
  • HOTELS: Includes rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, service charges, and tips for baggage handling
  • MEALS: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner indicated by breakfast (B), lunch (L), and dinner (D) on the itinerary

  • 18 Breakfasts
  • 5 Lunches
  • 3 Dinners

  • Hotel Classifications: First Class (F), Moderate First Class (MF), Superior Tourist Class (ST)
  • Hanoi Silk Path Hotel Hanoi (F), Ha Long Bay Halong Plaza Hotel (MF), Phong Nha Chay Lap Farmstay (ST), Hue Eldora Hotel (MF), Hoi An Silk Luxury Hotel & Spa (F), Ho Chi Minh City Paragon Saigon Hotel (MF)

  • Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change
  • Prices are for land/cruise only. International flights not included
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