The Best of Cambodia Vietnam 14 Days

Day 1: Arrival Phnompenh (No guide)

1. Phnom Penh's Night Market
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Upon arrival in Phnom Penh airport, meet and greet our representative .You will be transferred to your selected hotel (hotel check-in time at 2 pm) . Free for your own leisure.

Day 2: PHNOM PENH - ½ day tours v Siem Reap (B/D)

1. Royal Palace
   3h · Admission ticket included
   After breakfast in the hotel, enjoy Phnom Penh city tour. Visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda that is located in the same compound. Next, visit Toul Sleng, the Genocide Museum (S 21) .Lunch not included
2. Reveal Angkor Hotel Siem Reap
   4h · Admission ticket included
   Transfer to Siem Reap by express bus or express van (no tour guide). Arrive in Siem Reap. You will be picked up by our driver and transferred to your selected hotel. Have a buffet dinner while enjoying a Khmer traditional show at a local restaurant.

Day 3: SIEM REAP – Full day temple tours (B, L)

1. Angkor Big Luck
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Breakfast at hotel.
   Our settle guide will pick up you at the lobby room (7:30Am-8:30Am) to explore South Gate of Angkor Thom known as Big Angkor, 3km2 walled and moated royal city and was the last capital of the Angkorian Empire.
2. Bayon Temple
   30m · Admission ticket included
   The famous Bayon Temple was an architectural muddle, in part because it was constructed in a somewhat piecemeal fashion for over a century.
3. Angkor Thom
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Terrace of the Elephants is an impressive, two and a half meter tall, 300 meter long terrace wall adorned with carved elephants and gradual that spans the heart of Angkor Thom in front of Baphuon - huge temple mountain in the heart of Angkor Thom.
4. Terrace of the Elephants
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Royal Palace Area and Phimeanakas - impressive rite and sandstone pyramid. Terrace of the Leper King is at the north end of the Terrace of the Elephants, a double terrace wall with deeply carved nag as, demons and other mythological beings and visit Ta Prohm temple which is a wonderful combination of human genius and natural beauty .lunch at local restaurant.
5. Angkor Wat
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Afternoon visit Angkor Wat temple, the founder of the temple was Suryavarman II who ruled Cambodia from 1113 to 1152 and built the five towers in the 12th century to dedicate to the Hindu God Vishnu. The plan of the pyramidal conception of the temple combined with spaces, alleys, ditches is an ancient masterpiece of architectural design and construction .Dinner not included

Day 4: SIEM REAP- Saigon (B) by plane

1. Sai Gon Square
   2h · Admission ticket included
   After breakfast, you are free at leisure until it's time to pick you up at the hotel for transferring to your next destination. The tour ends here.
   Arrival Saigon. Free & Easy to explores Saigon by yourself

Day 5: Cao Dai temple – Cuchi Tunnel (B/L)

1. Cao Dai Temple
   4m · Admission ticket included
   The Great Holy See Temple, built in 1926, is considered one of the most striking structures in all of South-East Asia. It is the headquarters of the unique Cao Dai sect, a religion with a hybrid of Buddhism, Christianity & Confucianism. Above the entrance is the all-seeing holy eye – symbol of the sect. Visitors will attend the midday ceremony’s extravaganza to witness the daily mass held by the Cao Dai followers which is a fantastic experience.
2. Cu Chi Tunnels
   4h · Admission ticket included
   After lunch, proceed to Cu Chi to explore the amazing site where Viet Cong hid during the War. It is now a popular spot for both Vietnamese & foreign tourists - the network of over 200km of tunnels became legendary when they played a vital role in the War. In their heyday, the tunnels were functioning underground cities including numerous trap doors, specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers & kitchens. There is plenty of evidence of the fierce battle that took place here during the 1960s when Cu Chi was a "Free Target Zone". Visitors can watch a short introductory video showing how the tunnels were constructed before entering the tunnels. Spend the next hour exploring the tunnels. Afterwards, enjoy tea, cassava (guerrilla’s food in war time). Return to SaiGon

Day 6: Saigon – Mekong full day - (B/L)

1. Vinh Trang Temple
   4h · Admission ticket included
   Enjoy the scenic journey along the way bordered by green rice fields.
   On arrived at My Tho, visit Vinh Trang pagoda, take a leisurely boat ride along the river, view the stilt houses, fruit plantations and fishing villages along the river bank. Proceed to Tortoise islet, have lunch in the orchard garden.
2. Ben Tre Museum
   4h · Admission ticket included
   Then a boat ride to An Khanh – a less touristy attraction in Ben Tre, enjoy cruising on a hand-rowed sampan under the shadow of the water coconut trees along natural canals, then enjoy seasonal fruit & honey tea to the sound of "Southern Vietnamese folk music", performed by locals.
   Visit a family business which epitomizes the idyllic rural lifestyle, taste the delicious coconut candy & observe the pastoral life as you roam through the fruit plantation and village. Meet the bus and return to HCMC. This trip provides a fascinating insight into daily life in the Mekong Delta and you are guaranteed to take home your own private collection of beautiful memories.

Day 7: Saigon – Hanoi city (B) by plane

1. Ha Noi Gallery
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Breakfast at your hotel .Free time to relax until transfer the airport catch flight to Hanoi.
   Arrival Hanoi , Driver only pick you up then transfer to hotel. Free time to relax and explore Hanoi by yourself.

Day 8: Hanoi city (B/L)

1. Hanoi Opera House
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Tour guide and shuter bus will pickup you at the hotel in Ha Noi old quarter and Hanoi Opera House then depart to Hanoi city tour full day.
2. Chua Tran Quoc
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Visiting first place named Tran Quoc pagoda on the West Lake the oldest pagoda in Vietnam.
3. Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
   3h · Admission ticket included
   Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Museum to explore the architectural and historical
   aspects of Uncle Ho’s final resting-place. Just next door is Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts and lying to
   one side of the Mausoleum is the One-Pillar Pagoda which was founded by King Ly Thai To in 1049 -
   the structure has become an important symbol for the people of Hanoi.
   Visit the colorful features of the 54 ethnic groups of Viet Nam in the Ethnology Museum.
4. Old Quarter
   1h · Admission ticket included
   In the afternoon:
   Bus takes you to a local restaurant in Hanoi Old Quarter, have a rest and enjoy the lunch.
5. Temple of Literature & National University
   1h 30m · Admission ticket included
   Visit Temple of Literature, the most famous temple situated in Hanoi, also functioned as Vietnam first university. It was first constructed in 1070 under King Ly Nhan Tong and dedicated to
   Confucius, sages and scholars. A vast structure that has existed to present day.
6. Hoan Kiem Walking Street
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Drive to legendary Hoan Kiem Lake, visit Ngoc Son Temple dedicated to Van Xuong saint and former general commander Tran Hung Dao for his struggle against Mongolians. You also see the beautiful Vietnamese and French architecture around the lake. Finish tour, Drop you off Hotel

Day 9: Hanoi - Hoalu –Tamcoc – Sapa by train (B/L)

1. Hoa Lu Temples of the Dinh & le Dynasties
   5h · Admission ticket included
   Tour guide and shuter bus will pickup you at the hotel in Ha Noi old quarter and Hanoi Opera House then depart to Ninh Binh province. On the half way stop for short break about 20 minutes. Arrive at Hoa Lu, which is once depicted the ancient capital of Viet Nam, settled up in the 10th century. Visit temples of two dynasties of Dinh and Le with a very unique architectures in the old time. After that visiting the excavation area beside the Le Dai Hanh temple. You experience the vestiges of Royal Palaces ground dated back 10th century. Then back to the bus and transfer to Tam Coc.
   Have lunch buffet with Vietnamese traditional dishes, in case you are vegetarian, we have other food options for you.
2. Tam Cốc-Bich Dộng
   6h · Admission ticket included
   Board the sampan boats (2 people share a boat) in Tam Coc dock to drift down the river among the villages, mountains and lush rice fields. Passing through 3 caves - First cave,
   Hang Hai - Second cave, Hang Ba - Third cave" to get a strange feeling.
   Boat returns to Tam Coc pier. And then we have 30 minutes for cycling ride along country
   lane.
   Get on the bus back to Hanoi, on the half way stop for short break 20 minutes.
   Arrive at the hotel in Ha Noi old quarter and Hanoi Opera House.
   Private car take you to Station catch train to Sapa

Day 10: Sapa – Lao Chai – Ta Van (B/L/D)

1. 4h · Admission ticket included
   Pick up at the train station when you arrive and transfer to Sapa by a tourist shared bus.
   Early check in is possible when you arrive if the room available otherwise we will provide you a basic room where you can have shower.
   Start the trip at 9:30 as below.
   First start of 6km of walking down to the south east of Sapa along the side of Muong Hoa valley to Y Linh Ho village of the Black H’mong. Continue a 2km-trekking down to Lao Chai village, through terraced rice fields to Ta Van village of the Dzay minority people. Lunch at a local family, it gives you a worth chance for you to learn about the local house architecture which is full of their daily life styles and exclusive custom.
2. Ta Van Village
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Enjoy the landscapes on the way. Last trek is about 2Km to the bus stop in Ta Van then get back to Sapa by jeep or minivan..

Day 11: Cat Cat & Sin Chai village – on Train (B/L/D)

1. Y Linh Ho
   7h · Admission ticket included
   Early check in is possible when you arrive if the room available otherwise we will provide you a basic room where you can have shower.
   Start the trip at 9:30 as below.
   First start of 6km of walking down to the south east of Sapa along the side of Muong Hoa valley to Y Linh Ho village of the Black H’mong. Continue a 2km-trekking down to Lao Chai village, through terraced rice fields to Ta Van village of the Dzay minority people. Lunch at a local family, it gives you a worth chance for you to learn about the local house architecture which is full of their daily life styles and exclusive custom. Enjoy the landscapes…on the way. Last trek is about 2Km to the bus stop in Tavan then get back to Sapa by jeep or minivan..

Day 12: Hanoi – Halong Bay (B/L/D)

1. 5h · Admission ticket included
   Tour guide and shuter bus will pickup you at the hotel in Ha Noi old quarter and HanoiOpera House then depart to Halong. On the half
   way stop for short break about 20 minutes.
   Arrive Tuan Chau International Port, then tranfering to Golden Star Cruise by small boat. Enjoy welcome drinks, crew briefing before checking in cabin. Start cruising and enjoy a special lunch with Vietnamese traditional dishes while the boat slowly slides on romantic.
2. Halong Bay
   5h · Admission ticket included
   In the afternoon, visiting Sung Sot Cave (surprising cave)
   Our cruise will take you to the Titov Island, it is noted for having a viewpoint at its peak which affords splendid views all around Halong bay. Or you can enjoy your swimming on romance sandy
   beach.
   Enjoy the Sunset party with wine and fruit and relaxing on sun deck
   Cooking class how to make fresh noodle roll, you can enjoy product which you make it.
   Enjoy your dinner in restaurant in middle romantic quite bay.
   Playing some sports games like: Football table, Darts, Fishing, karaoke, dancing…

Day 13: Halong bay – Hanoi (B/L)

1. Halong Bay
   4m · Admission ticket included
   Wake up early to see the sunrise on Ha Long Bay then have breakfast with tea and coffee free
   The boat cruising to Pearl farm. The pearls in Halong are the most renowned in Vietnam. The of farming and retrieving pearls takes years.
   Enjoy kayaking discover Halong bay. Then back to Cruise check out, take time to relax
   Have lunch while the boat is cruising back to Tuan Chau International Port.
2. Hanoi Old Quarter Culture Exchange Center
   4h · Admission ticket included
   Get on the bus back to Hanoi, on the half way stop for short break 25 minutes
   Arrive at the hotel in Ha Noi old quarter .Drop off your hotel

Day 14: Hanoi depature (B)

1. 1h · Admission ticket included
   After breakfast, free time before your transfer to the airport . End of service

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels