Essential Vietnam & Cambodia Tour – 10 Days / 9 Nights

10 DAYS/9 NIGHTS - (2) Hanoi • (2) Hoi An • (2) Saigon • (2) Siem Reap

Explore the best of Cambodia and Vietnam on this 10-day journey, combining cultural heritage, natural wonders, and vibrant city experiences. Start with the iconic Angkor Temples in Siem Reap, including Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm, and Angkor Thom, then fly to Hanoi for a cyclo tour of the Old Quarter and a traditional Water Puppet Show. Discover Hanoi’s Ho Chi Minh Complex, the Temple of Literature, and the Ethnology Museum before embarking on a Ha Long Bay cruise with stunning limestone cliffs, kayaking, and fresh seafood. Continue to Hoi An and Da Nang, visiting Ba Na Hills, the Golden Bridge, and Hoi An Old Town. Conclude your journey in Ho Chi Minh City with a Mekong Delta excursion to Ben Tre, city sightseeing, and cultural highlights. This tour blends luxury accommodation, local cuisine, guided excursions, and unforgettable experiences across Southeast Asia.

Highlights
  • Guided tour of Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm, Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple.
  • Cyclo tour of Hanoi Old Quarter and traditional Water Puppet Show.
  • Visit Ho Chi Minh Complex, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature, Ethnology Museum.
  • Ha Long Bay Cruise: swimming, kayaking, limestone caves, sunset views, seafood lunch and dinner.
  • Hoi An & Ba Na Hills: Golden Bridge, French Village, Le Jardin d’Amour, Linh Ung Pagoda.
  • Explore Hoi An Old Town, Japanese Covered Bridge, Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, local handicrafts.
  • Mekong Delta experience in Ben Tre: coconut candy, local orchards, cycling, homestay lunch.
  • Ho Chi Minh City half-day city tour: Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Jade Emperor Pagoda, Ben Thanh Market.
  • Luxury hotels in Siem Reap, Hanoi, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City.
  • Meals included: Breakfast daily, select lunches and dinners as mentioned.
Day 1

Siem Reap arrival
Upon arrival in Siem Reap airport, welcomed by your English-speaking guide and transferred to your hotel for check-in or luggage drop-off. Regular hotel check-in time is after 2pm and early check-in is not included.
Leisure time and overnight at the hotel.
Accommodation    : At the hotel in Siem Reap 
Meals            : NA

Day 2

Angkor Temple Highlighted 

Start your day with a short drive to visit Angkor Wat, one of the modern wonders of the world. Be amazed by the sheer size of the temple and learn how the Khmer Empire prospered between the 9th and 13th centuries, around the time when Angkor Wat was built. Stroll through the intricately carved hallways that show hundreds of fine carvings and discover small shrines still in use today by the local people. Next, visit the picturesque Ta Prohm. This beautiful temple is overgrown with fig trees, giving a haunting yet exotic atmosphere. The magnificent roots of the trees have merged over the centuries with the temple’s huge stone blocks, emphasizing a ‘forgotten city’ feeling. 
Lunch is on your own account
Late afternoon, explore Angkor Thom, the ancient royal city of the Khmer Empire with its centerpiece; the Bayon temple. As you approach, you will notice the enigmatic faces of former King Jayavarman VII looking in every direction. Your guide will take you to the Terrace of the Elephants, which served as a platform from where the King could welcome back his victorious army, and the Terrace of the Leper King, which holds detailed carvings winding along a narrow passageway that leads to the Baphuon complex. 
Accommodation    : At the hotel in Siem Reap 
Meals            : Breakfast

Meals: Breakfast
Day 3

Siem Reap- Flight to Hanoi – Cyclo Tour- Water Puppet show

After breakfast, you will be free until taken to the airport for your flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel. Then we take a cyclo tour around the Old Quarter of Hanoi. In the evening enjoy a water puppet performance before a welcome dinner at a local restaurant and an overnight stay in Hanoi. Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi.
Accommodation    : At the hotel in Hanoi
Meals            : Breakfast

Meals: Breakfast
Day 4

Hanoi city tour

 Today, we enjoy a full day city tour starting with the Ho Chi Minh Complex. This famous site contains the mausoleum of the nation’s founder Ho Chi Minh (Close on Monday, Friday & November), the Presidential Palace and the Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts. Close to this complex is the One Pillar Pagoda, whose origins date back to the foundation of city. We follow this with the Temple of Literature, which is well known as the first university of Vietnam. 
In the afternoon, visit the impressive Ethnologic Museum (closed on Monday), dedicated to Vietnam's 54 ethnic groups, several of which we will see on our forthcoming trekking. Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi
Accommodation    : At the hotel in Hanoi
Meals            : Breakfast
 

Meals: Breakfast
Day 5

Hanoi - Ha Long Bay cruise
English speaking guide onboard only

Breakfast at the hotel and then start a 3-hour driving through the Red River Delta to Ha Long City. We then transfer to a refurbished  sailing junk for a cruise through the limestone cliffs and emerald waters of Ha Long Bay to enjoy a fantastic view of the picturesque scenery blending with the sky and some 3,000 limestone this World Heritage Site. While being on board, we will be served a sumptuous fresh, local seafood lunch followed by swimming and exploring some of the limestone caves in this area. Try the feeling of witnessing the sunset on boat is really great. Dinner served on board. The captain then will anchor for the night nearby a remote island.  In the evening, there is the option for night fishing or just sit out on the deck and relax under the stars. Overnight on Junk
Accommodation    : On Ha Long Boat  
Meals            : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Note: Itinerary in Halong Bay is difference between cruises
 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6

Ha Long- Hanoi – Flight to Danang / Hoian
English speaking guide onboard / with guide in Danang

Waking up surrounded by the tranquil beauty of the bay, we have time for an early morning dip with joys and emotions for watching sunrise on sea followed by breakfast. The cruise continues to move around the bay for us to discover more secluded areas, we then take kayaking and swimming in the stunning bay. The junk will be near us at all times serving as a backup vessel for those that require it. At around midday we will return to the main harbor before transferring to our awaiting vehicle for a 3-hour journey to Noi Bai Airport for your flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival pick up and transfer you to your hotel in Hoian for your overnight.
Accommodation    : At the hotel in Hoian
Meals            : Breakfast, Lunch

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 7

Hoian - Ba Na Hills- Golden Bridge- Hoian

08:00 am – 08:15 am: Our Car and tour guide will pick you up at hotel lobby. Reach Ba Na Hills via Cable Car.
Spend your time on the most modern Cable Car which gains 4 world scores.
Travelling through hills, contemplating the whole primitive forest and travelling freely by the Climbing Train. Come to Le Jardin D’Amour (consists of 9 gardens), Ling Ung Pagoda and Golden Bridge.
Continue to visit the French Village – a classical ad romantic France with unique architectural works, peak of Chua Mountain, Linh Chua Linh Tu Temple and Tru Vu Tea Shop,…
12:30 pm: Lunch at Restaurant (Buffet).
Join in Fantasy Park (on your own expense) – one of the largest indoor games zone in Viet Nam. Discover Dinosaur Park and Jurassic Park, watch 5D, 4D and 3D cinemas, ride on Journey into the underground, challenge Freefall Tower and participate in adventure in Horror House and over 90 free games.
15:00 pm: Return to the Cable Car and go down the mountain.
16:45 pm – 17:45 pm: Our Car will bring you back to your hotel. End of the tour.
Accommodation        : At the hotel in Hoian
Meals            : Breakfast, Lunch
 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 8

Hoian city tour – Flight to Saigon

In the morning, start walking to the Hoi An Old Town. 
You will see remarkably well-preserved old houses that have withstood 200 years of weather and war. Learn about the prosperous merchants who used to live in these homes, trading with buyers from all around the world.
Make a stop at the Japanese Covered Bridge. The bridge spans a small waterway and was constructed more than 400 years ago to connect the Japanese community with the Chinese who lived on the other side of the water. Admire the carvings and paintings inside the bridge, learning about their symbolism and cultural significance.
Go to the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, a colorful mélange of bright gates, dragon statues and elaborate rooftops. Get an introduction to ancestor worship while visiting the family altar and watching local devotees making offerings.
Additionally, visit some of Hoi An’s well-known handicraft shops and artwork galleries. Discover smaller laneways and local neighborhoods, gaining a better appreciation of Hoi An’s endless charm.
In the afternoon transfer to Da Nang airport for your flight to Saigon. Upon arrival pick up and transfer to Saigon for your overnight 
Accommodation    : At the hotel in Saigon
Meals            : Breakfast
 

Meals: Breakfast
Day 9

Saigon- Ben Tre (Mekong Delta) – Saigon 

Pick up at your hotel in Saigon and depart for Ben Tre. 
After 2 hours driving from HCM city, you will arrive Ben Tre province. Take the boat to visit a local factory to see many kilns to make activated charcal from coconut hard-shell. 
Crossing Mekong river, called Cửa Đại & Cửa Tiểu, 30km far from the Eastern Sea, we arrive Tam Hiêp Island. Walking on small village paths through huge orchards of longan to come to the local family to enjoy some kinds of fruits & honey-tea. 
Next, the rowing boat will take you deeper into the countryside on smaller canals to enjoy the peaceful time. 
Biking to special farm where they are planting the creepers (called LÁ SÂM). We pick up some leaves for making & tasting this special herbal jelly. 
Continue to bike back to the boat, then go us to Út Trinh homestay for have the best lunch with some special dishes. After lunch, we can relax on the hammocks before coming back to our boat to the ferry station, end the trip!
Transfer back to Saigon for your overnight. 
Accommodation    : At the hotel in Saigon 
Meals            : Breakfast, Lunch  

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 10

Saigon – Half Day city tour- Saigon Depart

Morning, we take a half day to visit all famous sites of this bustling city. The first destination is the now-demolished wartime American Embassy. After that, we head to the Reunification Palace, which was the former residence of the President of Southern Vietnam until end of April 1975, followed by some French colonial structures including the Old Saigon Post Office, the Notre Dame Cathedral. Apart from the religious meaning, the even more special captivating point of this Cathedral is its special neo-Romanesque style of architecture. After visiting the Jade Emperor Pagoda and the War Remnant Museum. If time permit, we continue our trip to the bustling Ben Thanh Market, which is firstly well-known as the place for real Vietnamese food. There are a number of vendors and food stalls in the market food section that offers guests many freshly delicious dishes. You also can find any goods for daily use as well as variety of eye-catching local handicrafts, souvenirs here
You are free & easy until we transfer to airport for flight home. End of our service.
Accommodation    : Check-out time is 12h00
Meals            : Breakfast at hotel

Meals: Breakfast

Hotels

Angkor Palace Resort & Spa
Angkor Palace Resort & Spa is a refined luxury retreat set amid lush tropical gardens in Siem Reap, offering an ideal blend of comfort, elegance, .
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GM Premium Hotel
GM Premium Hotel is a modern 5-star boutique hotel located in the heart of Hanoi, offering stylish accommodation combined with comfort and personalize .
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Allegro Hoi An . A Little Luxury Hotel & Spa
Allegro Hoi An - Little Luxury Hotel & Spa is an elegant boutique hotel located in the heart of Hoi An, offering a perfect blend of comfort, style .
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La Siesta Premium Saigon
La Siesta Premium Saigon is a luxurious 5-star boutique hotel in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, offering an exceptional blend of comfort, elegance, and .
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Cruises

AMBASSADOR CRUISE I
Ambassador Overnight Cruise is the most spacious luxury overnight cruise in Halong Bay, offering an exceptional blend of refined luxury, immersive nat .
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Flight ticket by Vietnam airline: it’s subject to change without prior notice
- Siem Reap-Hanoi:Ticket including of 20 kg luggage (Vietnam Airlines) 
- Hanoi – Da Nang:Ticket including of 20 kg luggage
- Da Nang – HCM city: Ticket including of 20 kg luggage

Inclusions

  • Trip includes: 
  • •    Accommodation based on twin/ double sharing room. 
  • •    All transfers with the air-conditioned private vehicle.
  • •    English speaking guide as guided time. 
  • •    Meals as indicated.
  • •    Ha Long Bay 2 Days 1 Night cruise (Sharing). 
  • •    Private boat trip in Mekong Delta.
  • •    All entrance fees. 
  • •    Water & cool towels.
  • •    Government taxes & service charge.

Exclusions

  • Trip excludes
  • •Vietnam Visa. 
  • •Tipping and Personal expenses.
  • •Travel Insurance.
  • •Domestic & International flight. 
  • •All international airport taxes.
  • •Surcharge for New Year Christmas Holiday.
  • •Gala dinner on Dec 24 and Dec 31
  • •Surcharge for Tet Holiday (TOUR GUIDE 100% Fee & TRANFSER 30-40%), other holidays in Vietnam 
  • •Early check-in and Late check-out (Check-in time is 14h00 & check-out is 12h00)
  • •Compulsory TIPPING for local guide and van driver: 
  • 2 – 4 pax: 7 – 10 USD/ pax/ day
  • 5– 7 pax: 5 – 7 USD/ pax/ day
  • 8 – 10 pax: 3 – 5 USD/ pax/ day
  • 10 pax up: 3 USD/ pax/ day
  • Suggested TIPPING for bellboy, boat crew, sampan driver: depend your budget.