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Classic Vietnam & Mekong River Adventure

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 Trip Length
18 Days
 Trip Starts
Hanoi
 Trip Finishes
Siem Reap
18 Day Classic Vietnam & Mekong River Adventure Itinerary (G Adventures)
Countries Explored: Vietnam, Cambodia
Trip Style
Classic
Budget
Affordable
Max. Group Size
16
Pace
Leisurely
Guide Level
Fully Guided, Locally Guided
Trip Code
AVLHA

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 18 Day Classic Vietnam & Mekong River Adventure. With so many incredible coastal sights to experience in Cambodia and Vietnam, we take to the water on this 19-day river experience. Stay overnight on a traditional junk boat at Ha Long Bay harbour, visit floating markets in Cai Be, and see old colonial houses along the Mekong Delta. We've saved one of the most memorable bucket list destinations on Southeast Asia for last — a guided tour through the incredible, ancient temple complex of Angkor Wat at sunrise.

Itinerary

There are no planned activities today until an evening welcome meeting. After the meeting, opt for dinner out with the group.

Drive to Bai Chay harbour, the jumping off point for Ha Long Bay. Thousands of islands with intricate cave systems rise dramatically from the waters. Sail past limestone karst mountains in the junk boat and stop to visit some of the islands and caves. In the evening, devour a seafood dinner, then opt to enjoy a drink on deck under the stars. (B/L/D)

Enjoy breakfast on board before a morning sail back to the port. Drive back to Hanoi for a little more time to enjoy the city before boarding an overnight train. (B/L)

Arrive early to Hue, once the imperial capital of Vietnam. Start the day with a visit to the Tien Mu Pagoda followed by a visit to the tomb of one of Vietnam’s former emperors. After, opt for a vegetarian lunch at a local nunnery. While in the city, try some local Hue specialties such as banh khoai (Hue savoury pancakes), and banh bot loc boc tom thit (thin rice paper filled with meat and shrimp). Wash it all down with a Hue beer.

Cross the Hai Van Pass (weather permitting), with fantastic views in all directions, before arriving to Hoi An in the afternoon. With three nights here, there's plenty of time to explore all this charming town has to offer. (B)

Spend two full days exploring all Hoi An has to offer. Dive into the culture, hang out on the beach or get clothes tailor-made in one of the many shops around town. Enjoy a noodle making demonstration and lunch at Oodles of Noodles, a G Adventures-supported project. (B/L)

Spend a free day exploring all Hoi An has to offer. (B)

Drive to Da Nang for the flight to Ho Chi Minh City, once the capital of South Vietnam and the country’s commercial centre. Start exploring the small alleys and busy streets, keeping an eye out for laquerware shops and delicious local food stalls. (B)

With some free time in the city, opt to visit the Thien Hau and Giac Vien pagodas and stroll through the immense Ben Thanh Market. Also well worth a visit are the Reunification Palace (the residence of South Vietnam presidents before 1975), the city's Chinese quarter of Cholon, and the War Remnants Museum. (B)

Transfer to the pier for the start of the riverboat journey. Embark, settle in, and get to know the crew as the adventure begins. Sail towards My Tho. (D)

Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda with a short tour of My Tho town en route. Take local boats to Thoi Son Island to see a coconut product manufacturer, taste some local fruit and honey and meet traditional musicians. Continue on to Cai Be and enjoy a visit to the floating market. Opt to wander the small paths through local communities on the island and visit a Rice Popping cottage industry. Continue by local boat to Vinh Long to meet the vessel. Embark for the evening sail to Sa Dec. (B/L/D)

Visit the Kien An Cung Pagoda in Sa Dec and stroll through the market along the river. View the old colonial houses by the delta. Enjoy breakfast and lunch on board as you cruise the Mekong. Arrive at Chau Doc and visit Sam Mountain for sunset. Gaze out over the rice paddies or relax in a hammock. Visit some temples and pagodas along the way. Opt for dinner in town. (B/L)

Cross the border into Cambodia and continue on to Phnom Penh. Enjoy an evening in the capital city starting with a cyclo tour to see the city from a new perspective. Opt to finish up at the Foreign Correspondents Club for Happy Hour overlooking the river or dinner in town. (B/L)

Visit the sobering S21 Museum and the Killing Fields with a local guide. After lunch, use free time to visit sights like the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, the National Museum, or the Russian Market. (B/L)

Continue to Kampong Tralach and visit the local vihara (Buddhist monastery) and Wat Kampong Tralach Leu pagoda. Opt to cycle, or ride in a tuk tuk or buffalo cart, through the village and past rice paddies to reach the monastery. (B/L/D)

Sail on to Kampong Chhnang, one of the largest fishing ports on the Tonle Sap RIver. Learn more about the fish farming, pottery and sugar palm production in the area. Wander through the local market then opt to cycle to visit the local industries. Enjoy lunch back on the ship en route to Koh Chen, an island in the river. Visit silver and copper workshops and meet a Khmer Rouge survivor eager to tell his story. Enjoy an evening cocktail and the Captain's farewell dinner. (B/L/D)

Enjoy one last breakfast on board the riverboat, then say goodbye to the crew of the Toum Tiou II. Hop into a private vehicle for an included transfer to Siem Reap. Visit the G Adventures-supported New Hope project for dinner and learn more about the important work being done here. (B/D)

Rise early to catch the sunrise at the Angkor Wat temple complex. Explore for a couple of hours before returning to the hotel for breakfast and checkout. Head back to the complex and continue exploring. Return to the hotel at midday where the tour ends. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Dine on local specialties in Huế.
  • Explore the Vietnam War-era Cu Chi Tunnels in Ho Chi Minh City.
  • Visit a coconut product manufacturer on Thoi Son Island.
  • Experience sunset at Sam Mountain.
  • Watch the sun rise over the ancient Angkor Wat temple complex.

  • Your G for Good Moment: Oodles of Noodles, Hoi An
  • Your G for Good Moment: New Hope Vocational Training Restaurant, Siem Reap
  • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Discover Moment: Hoi An
  • Halong Bay Overnight Cruise
  • Guided tour of the Imperial Citadel, Royal Tomb and Tien Mu Pagoda in Huế
  • Guided tour of Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Visit to Cai Be Floating Market and Coconut Product Maker
  • Visit to Vĩnh Trang Pagoda in Mỹ Tho
  • Visit to Sam Mountain in Châu Đốc
  • Sa Dec Visit
  • Cyclo Tour in Phnom Penh
  • Guided Tour of Choeung Ek (Killing Fields) and Tuol Sleng Museum (S-21 Prison)
  • Visit to Koh Chen and Kampong Chhnang fishing port
  • Guided tour of Angkor Wat
  • All internal flights and transportation

  • Hotels (8 Nights), sleeper train (1 Night), junk boat (1 Night), aboard the Toum Tiou II Riverboat (7 Nights)
  • Cabins on board the Toum Tiou II all have exterior view windows and private bathrooms.
  • Length: 38m (125 ft) riverboat Built: 2008 Flag: Cambodian Draft: 1.8m Engine power: 450 HP Speed: 11 Knots Capacity: 28 Passengers Cabins: 14 – 6 upper, 8 main Boat Layout: Large screen television in lounge showing movies nightly. Library with classic literature, Wifi in public areas, outdoor dining and lounge areas with comfortable seating

  • 15 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 6 dinners

  • Private vehicle, junk boat, overnight train (beds), plane, Toum Tiou II Riverboat

  • Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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