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Vietnam and Cambodia Extension
Highlights: Hanoi - Halong - Hue - Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh city - Phnom Penh - Siem Riep
Trip duration:19 days/18 nights
Level: Easy
Group size: Private only - 1 person and above
Description
This combination trip provides us the best part of Vietnam and Cambodia. From the spectacular Ha Long
bay to the majestic temple of Angkor. From the historical and charming center parts of Vietnam to the exciting Mekong delta. This is a memorable journey of history and culture.
BRIEF ITINERARY:
Day 1 Arrival in Hanoi
Day 2 Hanoi City tour
Day 3 Hanoi - Halong bay
Day 4 Halong Bay – Hanoi
Day 5 Hanoi – Fly to Hue
Day 6 Hue
Day 7 Hue - Hoi An
Day 8 Hoi An - Free day
Day 9 Hoi An - My Son
Day 10 Hoi An - Fly to Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnel
Day 11 Ho Chi Minh - Mekong Delta
Day 12 Mekong – Ho Chi Minh City
Day 13 Ho Chi Minh City
Day 14 Ho Chi Minh City - Siem Riep
Day 15 Angkor Temple complex
Day 16 Siem Riep
Day 17 Siem Riep – Phnom Penh
Day 18 Phnom Penh
Day 19 Departure
Trip price: please enquire for availabilities & the most up date price
Trip Price Included:
English speaking guide/s (other languages upon requests)
All accommodation on twin share basis with daily breakfast
Meals indicated in the itinerary (18 Breakfast, 7 Lunches, 3 dinners)
All transfer & transports by private A/C coaches or cars
Sightseeing as indicated entrance fees and permits
International airfares: Saigon - Siem Reap
Domestic airport tax in Vietnam
Trip Price Excluded:
International airfares
International departure tax
Visas and visa fees
Meals and beverage not indicated in the itinerary
Personal expenses such as: bar, telephone and laundry bill
Personal travel insurance (Compulsory)
Tips and gratuities
TRIP PRICE BASED ON 3 – 4 STAR HOTEL and RESORT:
Note: Hotels are subject to change due to availability. In that case we will choose equivalent accommodation.
DETAIL ITINERARY:
Day 1 Arrival in Hanoi
After the flight you will be transferred to accommodation in our hotel. Tonight we will have a meal in one of the finest restaurants in Hanoi.
Today dinner included
Day 2 Hanoi City tour
In the morning we will visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, His House on stilts, the One Pillar Pagoda, the outside of the Presidential Palace and the Temple of Literature which was Vietnam's first University. In the afternoon we will go to the intriguing Ethnology Museum followed by an hour on a cyclo (a pedal rickshaw) being taken round the old quarter of Hanoi. Then we can enjoy the ancient and unique water-puppet show.
Today breakfast, Lunch included
Day 3 Hanoi - Halong bay
In the morning we depart for Halong Bay. When we are there we cruise in this secluded bay, marveling at 3000 limestone peaks that emerge from the emerald water. We have opportunity to visit spectacular limestone cave, swim from our boat, and especially we can do kayaking to explore the hidden charm part of the bay. Overnight on boat.
Today breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included
Day 4 Halong Bay – Hanoi
In the morning we do some more kayaking to explore Luon cave and from here we are kayaking toward Turtle islet, Human Head islet, and the Saddle islet. After having lunch on boat we are leaving Ha Long for Hanoi.
Today breakfast, Lunch included
Day 5 Hanoi – Fly to Hue
This morning we catch a one-hour flight to Hue. Arriving Hue we can look forward to exploring the superb sights of the city . In the afternoon we explore the Citadel, the Imperial City and the Forbidden Purple City. Today breakfast included
Day 6 Hue
This morning we make our way down to the Perfume River to embark on a riverboat journey. We visit the Thien Mu pagoda (the Pagoda of the Heavenly Lady). After that we continue to the elaborate Tu Duc tombs of the Nguyen emperors. On our return we visit Dong Ba market. Dinner at local restaurants.
Today breakfast, Lunch included
Day 7 Hue - Hoi An 
After breakfast we will enjoy a walking tour of the Old Town with its narrow, winding streets, visiting the Fukien Assembly Hall, the 200 year old Tan Ky house, the Japanese covered bridge, the Hoi An Museum and the handicraft workshops.
The afternoon is free for us to shop, go to the nearby beach, or even have some clothes made which can be picked up the very next day.
Today breakfast included
Day 8 Hoi An - Free day
Today we are free at our leisure.
Today breakfast included
Day 9 Hoi An - My Son
Today we visit My Son, a relic of the Cham civilization which dates back from the 4th to the 12th century. We will return at noon giving us more time to explore quaint Hoi An. We also can take part in a cooking class showing us how to prepare the best Vietnamese and Hoi An specialties.
Today breakfast included
Day 10 Hoi An - Fly to Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnel
We will take a short flight to Ho Chi Minh city early this morning, and after breakfast we will head for the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels. In the early afternoon we will return to Ho Chi Minh city (Saigon), a fascinating mix of old and new for us to explore at your leisure.
Today breakfast included
Day 11 Ho Chi Minh - Mekong Delta
We head for the mighty Mekong delta today. At Vinh Long town we will board a local boat so we can zigzag through the intricate waterways of the Mekong. We will lunch at a local house, stop to visit cottage industries and spend the night at the simple lodging of a local family in the Mekong delta.
Today breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included
Day 12 Mekong – Ho Chi Minh City
Our day will begin with a boat trip along the endless waterway of the mighty Mekong River to Cai Be floating market. One of the most beautiful floating markets in the region. After that we have chance to see how the local people making: pop corn, and rice paper. In the afternoon we go back to Ho Chi Minh, and the rest of the day at leisure.
Today breakfast, Lunch included
Day 13 Ho Chi Minh City
Today we tour around the city to visit the highlights of Saigon including: Notre Dame cathedral, General Post Office, Formal Presidential Palace, Museum of War Remnants, and Ben Thanh market.
Today breakfast, Lunch included
Day 14 Ho Chi Minh City - Siem Riep
Today we bid farewell to Vietnam and after a short flight we arrive Siem Riep. In the afternoon we begin to explore Angkor with the Rolous group of temple before climbing to the hilltop temple of Phnom Bakheng for a spectacular sunset.
Today breakfast included
Day 15 Angkor Temple complex
After breakfast we drive out to the Pre Rup and East Mebon visit Banteay Srey (the Woman temple). In the afternoon we explore the majestic Angkor Wat - The Wonder of the World - a truly memorable experience.
Today breakfast included
Day 16 Siem Riep
This morning we visit the ruins of Taprohm (the Jungle Temple) before heading to Banteay Kdei and the nearby lake of Sra Srang. In the afternoon we explore the Angkor Thom.
Today breakfast included
Day 17 Siem Riep – Phnom Penh
In the morning we travel by hydrofoil to Phnom Penh. In the afternoon we will visit the Wat Phnom the pagoda is dedicate to the founder of the city, Madam Penh.
Today breakfast included
Day 18 Phnom Penh
Today there is a full-day sightseeing in the national capital including the National museum, the Royal Palace, the Silver pagoda, the Tuol Sleng, the horrific killing field, and the Russian market.
Today breakfast included
Day 19 Departure
We will be transfer for our flight out of Cambodia. The trip concludes.
Today breakfast included
NOTES:
Please be aware that flight times, hotels and all other services and days of travel are subject to availability. Where flights are cancelled or delayed, Viet Vision Travel will endeavor to secure alternative arrangements of similar value as noted in our booking conditions.
This quotation is running all year round. Any bookings made after this date are subject to change, as local economic conditions require.
The overnight sleeper trains used on this trip, although comfortable, they cannot be compared to those of European standard. Please note that while we always endeavor to secure soft sleeper berths on overnight trains there may be occasions when we are unable to do this due to circumstances beyond our control. In these situations we will secure the best available class.
The traveling times mentioned within this dossier are approximations only. These times will vary according to weather, road, traffic or any other prevailing conditions.
This itinerary and supplementary information has been complied in good faith and was accurate at the time of writing. However it DOES NOT form part of a contract between the client and Viet Vision Travel
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