Vietnam & Cambodia Complete Heritage Journey
Vietnam + Cambodia
10 Days
Stay
Hanoi (3N) –> Halong Bay (1N) –> Ho Chi Minh City (1N) –> Siem Reap (3N)
Description
This ultimate 10-day Indochina journey offers an extraordinary blend of ancient capitals, limestone wonders, and timeless temples. Begin in the atmospheric Hanoi, then venture to Ninh Binh for a sampan boat ride through the dramatic karst scenery of Tam Coc, the “Halong Bay on Land.”
Cruise the emerald waters of Halong Bay on an unforgettable overnight voyage. Delve into wartime history in dynamic Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and crawl through the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels. Float through the lush canals of the Mekong Delta before flying to the heart of the Khmer Empire, Siem Reap. Witness the breathtaking sunrise over Angkor Wat, explore the jungle-clad Ta Prohm, and marvel at the intricate carvings of Banteay Srei. Discover the floating villages of Tonle Sap Lake. Ideal for history enthusiasts and culture seekers, this tour offers a memorable blend of imperial heritage, natural wonders, and the awe-inspiring temples of Angkor.
Trip Include
Hotel, Meals, Sightseeing, Transport
Trip Highlights
- Evening walk through Hanoi’s Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake, and Ngoc Son Temple
- Welcome dinner with local Vietnamese dishes
- Full-day Hanoi sightseeing: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Temple of Literature, Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, and Hoa Lo Prison
- Evening at Old Quarter Night Market in Hanoi
- Early transfer to Ninh Binh: Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital with royal temples
- Sampan boat ride through Tam Coc’s stunning rice paddy and karst scenery
- Cycle through Tam Coc village and visit Bich Dong Cave Pagoda
- Deluxe Halong Bay cruise: sail among limestone karsts, cave visit, and kayaking
- Sunrise tai chi on deck and seafood dinner under the stars
- Afternoon flight to Ho Chi Minh City and evening on Nguyen Hue Walking Street
- Saigon city tour: Reunification Palace, War Remnants Museum, and Jade Emperor Pagoda
- Afternoon Cu Chi Tunnels excursion crawling through guerrilla tunnel network
- Dinner at a rooftop restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City
- Full-day Mekong Delta excursion: sampan through canals, coconut candy workshop, bee farm, and tropical fruit orchard
- Local folk music performance in Mekong Delta
- Evening flight to Siem Reap, Cambodia
- Pre-dawn Angkor Wat sunrise with reflection in the lotus pond
- Explore Angkor Thom: Bayon Temple with 216 stone faces, Baphuon, Terrace of Elephants
- Visit Ta Prohm (Tomb Raider temple) and Banteay Srei with intricate pink sandstone carvings
- Traditional Khmer dinner with Apsara dance performance
- Cruise on Tonle Sap Lake visiting floating villages
- Visit Angkor National Museum and shopping at Artisans Angkor workshop
- Well-planned sightseeing with comfortable private transfers
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Hanoi & Old Quarter
Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport, Hanoi. Private transfer to hotel. Explore Hanoi's legendary Old Quarter — stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake, visit Ngoc Son Temple, and enjoy a Vietnamese street food dinner in the vibrant Bia Hoi Corner. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 02: Hanoi Full City Tour
Comprehensive Hanoi sightseeing: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum & Presidential Palace, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature, Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, French Quarter, Hoa Lo Prison Museum. Evening at the Old Quarter Night Market. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 03: Tam Coc, Hoa Lu & Bich Dong
Early transfer to Ninh Binh. Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital — royal temples of the Dinh and Le dynasties. Sampan boat ride through Tam Coc's stunning rice paddy and karst scenery. Cycle through the village and visit Bich Dong Cave Pagoda. Return to Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 04: Transfer to Halong Bay — Overnight Cruise
After breakfast, transfer to Halong Bay pier (approx. 3.5 hours). Board your deluxe overnight cruise and set sail through the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy swimming in an emerald cove, a cooking class on deck, and a stunning seafood dinner as the limestone islands fade into the evening mist. Overnight on Halong Bay cruise.
Day 05: Halong Sunrise & Kayaking — Fly to Saigon
Sunrise tai chi on deck. Kayaking through grottoes. Checkout from cruise, return to Hanoi, take afternoon flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Transfer to hotel. Evening stroll along Nguyen Hue Walking Street. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 06: Saigon City Tour & Cu Chi Tunnels
Full-day Saigon experience: Reunification Palace, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, War Remnants Museum, and Jade Emperor Pagoda. Afternoon visit to the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels — crawl through the guerrilla tunnels and learn about Vietnam War history. Farewell dinner at a riverside restaurant in Saigon. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 07: Mekong Delta Full Day — Fly to Siem Reap
Full-day Mekong Delta excursion: sampan through canals, coconut candy workshop, bee farm, tropical fruit orchard, local folk music. Return to Saigon. Evening flight to Siem Reap, Cambodia. Transfer to hotel. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 08: Angkor Wat Sunrise & Angkor Thom
Pre-dawn drive to Angkor Wat for the most spectacular sunrise in Asia — the temple reflected in its moat at golden hour. Morning tour of Angkor Wat's galleries and towers. Afternoon: Angkor Thom — South Gate, Bayon Temple with 216 giant stone faces, Baphuon, Terrace of Elephants. Evening Khmer dinner with Apsara dance. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 09: Ta Prohm, Banteay Srei & Tonle Sap
Morning: Ta Prohm Temple (the Tomb Raider temple, where nature and ruins intertwine), Banteay Srei (the Citadel of Women — famous for its intricate pink sandstone carvings). Afternoon: Cruise on Tonle Sap Lake, Southeast Asia's largest freshwater lake, and visit floating villages. Evening: farewell dinner at a restaurant near the Old Market. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 10: Angkor National Museum & Departure
Morning visit to Angkor National Museum — a world-class collection of Khmer art and artefacts. Free time for shopping at the Artisans Angkor workshop. Transfer to Siem Reap International Airport for your onward flight, concluding an extraordinary 10-day journey through the heart of Indochina.
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Inclusions
- Airport pick-up and drop in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Siem Reap
- 9 nights’ accommodation across Hanoi, Halong Bay cruise, Ho Chi Minh City, and Siem Reap
- Daily meals – 9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 8 dinners (including meals on cruise)
- All transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
- All currently applicable taxes, however, any other tax as and when levied by the Government shall be extra.
Exclusions
- Round Trip and Internal Airfare
- Visa Fee
- 05% GST
- 05% TCS
- Web Check In – Preferred Seats and meal charges on the airlines will be charged Extra. (Thailand Visa free of cost on arrival)
- Early check-in & late check-out (Standard Check-in time: 1400 hrs. & Check-out: 1200 hrs.)
- Any expenses of personal nature such as porterage, excess baggage, laundry, wines, mineral water, food and drink not in the regular menu provided by us, mini bar, telephone calls, pay channels, etc.
- Tips of any nature i.e. drivers, guides, waiters at the hotel, etc.
- Meals other than what is mentioned in your itinerary
- Cost of excursions, water sports, city sightseeing, entrance fees, and local guides availed other than that mentioned in ‘Package Inclusions’
