Overview
3 - 4 Star
Affordable
18-99 Years
24
Fully Guided
JTAWB
Itinerary
For those able to arrive very early today or the day prior, why not get off the beaten track and explore Hanoi with us on our optional Back Streets of Hanoi add-on which takes in the quaint districts of Cho Buoi, Hoang Hoa Tham and Vinh Phuc, and also includes an exhilarating local experience - riding pillion on taxi-motorbikes through a maze of tiny streets and along the shore of beautiful Ho Tay Lake.
This afternoon we visit Trinh Nu Cave, one of the finest caves in Halong Bay, covering an area of 2,000m² with a stunning array of stalactites and stalagmites. There's also the opportunity to go kayaking and enjoy a refreshing swim. Later this evening back on board, watch a Vietnamese cooking demonstration held on the sundeck before settling down for a sumptuous seafood dinner.
Arriving back into Hanoi mid-afternoon we enjoy a leisurely walk around the ‘36 streets of the old quarter', named after the numerous guilds that once set up shop on a particular street, from silk tailors to traditional medicine shops.
Later this evening there's a chance to freshen up before boarding the train (4 berth sleeper cabin, basic standard) on the ‘Reunification Express' railway line to Hue. An option to fly from Hanoi to Hue is also available.
From the city we drive into the countryside to visit the ornate mausoleum of the Emperor Tu Duc, one of the Nguyen kings. As the sun sets there's the opportunity to cruise along the Perfume River in a long boat (pay locally) or you can take a short stroll from our hotel to the bustling Dong Ba Market for some souvenir shopping.
Arriving into Hoi An, we enjoy a short walking tour of the enchanting historical town. Highlights include the Chua Ong Pagoda, Chinese Assembly Hall and the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge. With its cobbled streets, tiny shop houses and laid-back bars and restaurants, Hoi An is the perfect place to relax a while.
During your stay in Hoi An, we offer a unique optional Hoi An Street Eats add-on, which explores the city's most popular local haunts. Cruise the city the way the locals do, by vintage Vespa and enjoy lots of tasty Vietnamese Cuisine. Book early with your reservation consultant, as numbers are limited.
Day 7 is free for you to explore charming Hoi An independently. Unwind by the pool or beach, or take a day trip. Alternatively you can opt to take an excursion to the UNESCO-listed My Son sanctuary or enjoy a day trip to the Ba Na Hills, where you can ride the second longest cable car in the world, explore the resort and walk along the striking Golden Bridge (book and pay locally).
Flight to Saigon and drive to the watery world of the Mekong Delta, famed for its abundant harvests of rice, flowers and tropical fruits. From Vinh Long, we cruise downstream on our sampan boat through the maze of waterways and canals, watching the hubbub of daily life on the water. We pass colourful trading boats and houseboats and stop off at some of the local cottage industries producing paper, popcorn and candies. We then enjoy lunch on Dong Hoa Hiep Island in a traditional wooden home.
It's an early start this morning to visit the lively Cai Rang Floating Market, the largest of its kind in the Mekong Delta. We then drive to Saigon and enjoy a walking tour of the city, visiting the Old Post Office, the Notre Dam Cathedral and sobering War Remnants Museum. This evening offers free time.
Please note: Itinerary change from 01 July 2026 onwards - the visit to Cai Rang floating market will be replaced with a visit to Con Son Islet floating fish farm. After breakfast we take a short cruise to Con Son Islet, where we visit the fascinating floating fish farm, set on the Hau River. Here, local families raise a wide variety of fish species that thrive in the region's rich waterways. Stroll along the floating bridges and see these unique fish up close. Watch fish leaping from the water during feeding time and for a fun experience, dip your feet into the water for a fish massage!
First stop today is the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, an underground network of tunnels with a length of some 250 kilometres used by the Viet Cong during the war.
Next we drive to the Cambodian border (crossing at Moc Bai/Bavet) and journey on to Phnom Penh. Offering a bustling mix of past and present, this city is fast becoming one of Asia's trendiest capitals.
Later we gain a full understanding of the horrors of the Pol Pot regime, visiting the Killing Fields, where over 10,000 people were executed, and Tuol Sleng (Security Prison - S21), a school that was transformed under the Khmer Rouge into Cambodia's most notorious prison.
This morning, check out and transfer to the airport for your included flight to Siem Reap. After freshening up, our touring will start with a visit to the ancient city of Angkor Thom. This monumental fortified city is encircled by a 100m wide moat and is famed for the huge statue heads that glare down from every angle.
In Angkor Thom we will see the fabulous Bayon Temple, Baphuon, the royal enclosure, and the Terraces of the Elephants and the Leper King. Last but not least is atmospheric Tra Prohm Temple where vast muscular tree roots envelop the crumbling towers and walls whilst the trees' foliage dapples the temple in shade.
This evening we attend the wonderful Phare Cambodian Circus. The Phare NGO circus project trains street kids to become talented circus artists and the popular show blends circus skills with interpretations of modern life and issues in Cambodian society.
Early this morning, you may choose to witness Angkor Wat bathed in the spectacular golden light of sunrise, or join the group later in the morning to explore the mother of all temples – Angkor Wat. This awe-inspiring monument to man's devotion to his gods is believed to be the largest religious building in the world, adorned with thousands of intricate wall carvings and extensive bas-reliefs. There are countless opportunities to capture stunning photographs at this iconic site.
Later, we travel to Banteay Srei Temple, considered by many to be the art gallery of Angkor for its exquisite stone carvings. Cut from pink-hued sandstone, this Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva features lavishly decorated libraries and magnificent reliefs of divine figures. En route to Banteay Srei, we'll stop at the village of Preak Dak, where we support a community tree-planting initiative.
This afternoon, we drive to Kampong Phluk, a cluster of three stilted villages within the floodplain of Tonle Sap Lake. Here, you'll see homes perched high above the water and, depending on the season, the hauntingly beautiful petrified trees of the flooded forest.
Afterwards, we return to Siem Reap, where the rest of the afternoon is free for you to relax or explore at leisure. Perhaps browse for last-minute souvenirs at the Central Market or unwind with a drink on lively Pub Street.
Today we say goodbye to Cambodia and transfer to Siem Reap Airport for a flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival we'll be met and transferred to our hotel in Bangkok city centre. Spend the rest of the day at leisure in Thailand's bustling capital.
After lunch, we explore some of the city's many canals aboard a traditional longtail boat before ending out tour at the famous Khao San Road. A great spot to eat, drink and party, this road is brimming with street stalls, bars and restaurants. Spend the rest of the afternoon and evening at leisure.
Our tour ends today with a transfer to the airport. Alternatively, if you would like to extend your stay in Thailand we can arrange this for you.
Trip Inclusions
- Angkor Temple Complex - Gaze in wonder at legendary Angkor Wat and admire the stone faces of the Bayon Temple in Angkor Thom
- Hanoi – Enjoy a cyclo rickshaw ride through the French Quarter and see highlights including the Opera House and Ly Thai To Park
- Halong Bay – Explore the beautiful UNESCO-Listed bay aboard a deluxe junk boat, kayak, swim and explore the remarkable caves
- Phnom Penh – Take in highlights of the city including the Silver Pagoda and learn about the horrors of the Pol Pot regime at Tuol Sleng
- Bangkok – See the Grand Palace, ride on a tuk-tuk and cruise in a longtail boat along the city's famous canals
- Ho Chi Minh City – Discover highlights of the city on a walking tour including the sobering War Remnants Museum
- Hoi An - Enjoy some R&R in this enchanting riverside town with its cobbled streets, lanterns and iconic Japanese Bridge
- Hue – Marvel at the impressive seven storey Thien Mu Pagoda and explore the Imperial Purple Palace behind the walls of the Citadel
- Cu Chi Tunnels – Discover the incredible network of tunnels which were used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War
- Mekong Delta – Cruise the crisscross of waterways on a sampan and enjoy lunch in a traditional home on Dong Hoa Hiep Island
- Tra Que Village – Ride bicycles in the countryside, learn how to farm the land and enjoy a cooking lesson
- Siem Reap – Enjoy this ancient city and opt to walk down lively 'Pub Street'
- Breakfast daily, 6 lunches and 2 dinners
- Economy class flights: Danang to Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh to Siem Reap and Siem Reap to Bangkok
- Guided sightseeing - Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An, Mekong Delta, Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi, Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, the Temples of Angkor and Bangkok
- Halong Bay Junk boat cruise - opt to swim, kayak and explore caves
- Bicycle ride to Tra Que village and cooking demonstration
- Sampan boat trips in the Mekong Delta
- Boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake
- Airport arrival transfer day 1 and departure transfer day 16
- All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles
- Escorted by an English speaking Vietnamese and Cambodian tour guide, with a Thai guide for Bangkok sightseeing
- 13 nights 4 star and special class hotels and 1 night aboard deluxe junk boat (private en suite cabin)
- 1 overnight sleeper train Hanoi to Hue in basic 4 berth cabin (or opt to fly)
- Sunway Hotel (Hanoi)
- La Casa Hotel (Hanoi)
- Bhaya Classic I Junk Boat (Halong Bay)
- Syrena Junk Boat (Halong Bay)
- Golden Cruise (Halong Bay)
- Aquamarine Cruise (Halong Bay)
- Mondial Hotel (Hue)
- ÊMM Hotel (Hue)
- Vinh Hung Riverside Resort (Hoi An)
- ÊMM Hotel (Hoi An)
- The Saga Hotel (Hoi An)
- Victoria Hotel Can Tho (Can Tho)
- Iris Hotel (Can Tho)
- Bay Hotel (Ho Chi Minh City)
- Muong Thanh Grand Saigon Centre Hotel (Ho Chi Minh City)
- Kravan Hotel (Phnom Penh)
- Caravan Hotel (Phnom Penh)
- Tara Angkor Hotel (Siem Reap)
- Angkor Paradise Hotel (Siem Reap)
- Rembrandt Sukhumvit Hotel (Bangkok)
- Excludes International flights and visas
- Excludes Tip for your tour guide. We recommend you allow USD$5-7 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guide is an entirely personal gesture
- Excludes Entrance Fees: USD$180-190pp, paid in USD or VND
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