Meals

Meals as mentioned in the above itinerary This tour offers Vegetarian, Vegan and Halal food options on request. Simply let UME Travel know the food option that you prefer.

Transport

All mentioned internal flights, trains, and cruises Private & air-conditioned vehicle with ample space

Accommodation

Day1,3 HARI Residence & Spa or similar- 4 stars Day2 Golden Temple Hotel or similar- 5 stars Day4,5,8 HM Grand Central Hotel or similar- 4 stars Day6-7 4 Rivers Floating Lodge or similar- 4 stars Day9-11 Orchids Saigon Hotel or similar- 4 stars Day12,13,15 The Lapis Hotel or similar- 4 stars Day14 Doris Cruise or similar- 5 stars Carefully selected accommodation with breakfast Accommodation based on two people sharing (for each person not sharing a room, the single supplement will be added) Well screened Hotels Handpicked hotels with good service and spacious room. Super nice location Downtown location with convenient transportation and many good restaurants nearby.

Guide

Expert English-speaking local guide

Insurance

Basic insurance is included on this tour. The policy comes into effect on arriving at the destination, at the start of the services with UME Travel and it expires when the circuit arranged by our company has ended.

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Flights

International flights are not included

Optional

You have the option to enhance your tour with additional experiences, which come at an extra cost. Details for these optional activities will be included in your finalized travel documents.

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Day 1 Welcome To Cambodia!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Welcome To Cambodia!

សួស្ដី Sua s’dei! Welcome to Siem Reap, Cambodia. Your private guide will meet with you at airport and take you to hotel for check in. In your free time in the afternoon, stroll the streets of Siem Reap and explore the city.

Accomodation：

-HARI Residence & Spa
Day 2 Angkor Wat & Bakheng Sunset
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Angkor Wat & Bakheng Sunset

This morning you will be picked up at your accommodation in Siem Reap to begin your unforgettable Angkor Wat Tour. You will be transferred by private car to the West Gate of Angkor Thom – undiscovered by mass tourist. Your tour will include visit the South Gate of Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Angkor Period (AD 802-1432). Visit the breathtaking Bayon Temple, one of the most popular sites in Angkor complex with over 200 giant faces carved into its 54 towers. The temple was designed to represent the 54 provinces of the Khmer Empire and it still carries a completely majestic atmosphere. You will also visit Baphuon Temple,Phimeanakas Temple,the Terrace of the Elephant,the Terrace of the Leper King, and Royal Palace Temple.

In the afternoon, you will visit Angkor Wat Temple, one of the seven wonders of the world. Angkor Wat is a World Heritage Site since 1992, famous for its beauty and splendor. View the sunset at Phnom Bakheng before heading back to your accommodation.

Good to know

During the visit to Angkor Wat, Baphuon and Banteay Srey temple – visitors should wear Shirts or blouse covering shoulders and arms and long skirts or trousers covering legs. (No miniskirt or short trousers). Children under twelve years old are not allowed to climb up this tower. It will be closed on the Buddhist Sabbath Days, the Buddhist religious days, four days a month in accordance with the Lunar Calendar.

Accomodation：

-Golden Temple Hotel

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 3 Banteay Srei & Ta Prohm Temple
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Banteay Srei & Ta Prohm Temple

If you want, you can take the early morning trip witness sunrise over Angkor Wat temple and listening singing birds over the ancient land of Angkor area, you also have the chance for a friendly talk with the monks and nuns at a nearby pagoda. After the sunrise tour, breakfast either at the hotel or takeaway is available.

Start the day by visiting Banteay Srei Temples, nearly everyone’s favorite site. The special charm of this temple lies in its compact size, remarkable state of preservation, and the excellence of it decorative carving. Continue to visit Banteay Samre, Its rose-colored sandstone walls are decorated with carvings and bas-reliefs, which are among the most accomplished Angkor has to offer. Have lunch at a local restaurant for exotic cuisine. Ta Prohm temple and Banteay Kdei are your next stops before some leisure time in the late afternoon.

Accomodation：

-HARI Residence & Spa

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 4 Visit Tonle Sap & Fly To Phnom Pen
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Visit Tonle Sap & Fly To Phnom Pen

Today you will visit Tonle Sap, the largest fresh-water lake in South East Asia. After picking up from Hotel, you will visit Kompong Phluk Floating Village, The name Kompong Phluk translates to “Harbour of Tusks”, reflecting the past trade in elephants. Kompong Phluk is a cluster of three villages of stilted houses built within the floodplain. It is an attractive small community surrounded by mangroves, virtually untouched by time or tourism. During the boat trip, you will explore Floating Village, a High steak house in Tonle Sap Lake, the local community, and the children’s school.

Your private guide will escort you to Siem Reap international airport for your flight to Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Your private guide will meet with you at airport and take you to the hotel for check in.

Accomodation：

-HM Grand Central Hotel

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 5 Phnom Penh City Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Phnom Penh City Tour

Today a full-day city tour introduces you to the sights of Phnom Penh, a city that lies near the confluence of the Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers. It remains a living relic of the country’s past struggles and successes. You will be transferred to Royal Palace, and visit the Silver Pagoda, National Museum, and Wat Phnom. Have lunch at a local restaurant before a visit to Tuol Sleng Prison Museum， a former school that served as a Khmer Rouge torture center, and it’s estimated that more than 20,000 people were held and tortured there. The Killing Fields of Choeung Ek tells the story of the tragic legacy of the Khmer Rouge. The Choeung Ek Memorial, home to a stupa made up of some 8,000 human skulls, marking the site of the infamous Killing Fields. This was the execution ground for the torture victims of Tuol Sleng, and standing in this peaceful setting it’s almost unthinkable to imagine that to date nearly 9,000 corpses have been exhumed from the area.

Accomodation：

-HM Grand Central Hotel

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 6 Koh Kong - 4River Floating Lodge
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Koh Kong - 4River Floating Lodge

After breakfast, you’ll be picked up by your tour guide. You’ll leave Phnom Penh and enjoy a safe & comfortable drive along the southern coast until you reach Koh Andet Island in Koh Kong Province (border of Cambodia & Thai). Where you will enjoy Kayaking on the 4Rivers, you will stay at 4River Floating Lodge. Upon arrival there, you have the rest of the day at leisure.

Accomodation：

-4 Rivers Floating Lodge

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 7 Kayaking On 4 River
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Kayaking On 4 River

Prepare yourself for a full day of new experiences. You will leave 4 Rivers around 10 am, depending on the tide, you will cruise deep into the mangroves to experience a rare glimpse of life among the fishing communities that live off the natural bounty of this watery paradise. Drinks will be served en route as you glide down the waterway to your fishing village destination where you will spend time with these shy but friendly people. While the men tend their boats, the womenfolk patiently mend their nets and children play tag and football in the narrow alleyways between the stilt houses. You will also visit the Cham (Muslim) part of the village, which is reached via a maze of small bridges.

After lunch, you can make a short but comfortable climb to get an excellent panoramic view of the surrounding countryside and the ocean. Back in the boat, you will experience the pure magic of life among the mangroves and their wildlife from our boat and the kayaks. Back to your resort.

Accomodation：

-4 Rivers Floating Lodge

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 8 Back To Phnom Penh
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Back To Phnom Penh

After breakfast, your guide will escort you back to Phnom Penh city. You will take around 5–6 hours from 4 Rivers.

Accomodation：

-HM Grand Central Hotel

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 9 Fly To Ho Chi Minh
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Fly To Ho Chi Minh

Enjoy your free time until your guide come and escort you to airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, our guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel. The rest of the day is on your own to relax.

Accomodation：

-Orchids Saigon Hotel

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 10 Cu Chi Tunnels & Ho Chi Minh City Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cu Chi Tunnels & Ho Chi Minh City Tour

This morning set out for the incredible underground Cu Chi Tunnels and then drive back to Ho Chi Minh City to visit the War Remnants Museum and Reunification Palace (the former Presidential Palace), the Notre Dame Cathedral, Old Saigon Post Office and Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Catinat) absolutely nice choices for a free stroll.

Accomodation：

-Orchids Saigon Hotel

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 11 Mekong Delta & Home Made Lunch
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Mekong Delta & Home Made Lunch

In the early morning, you will head out of the bustling city to Mekong Delta Area. Cruising on the Mekong river for sightseeing: islands of Dragon, Unicorn, Turtle, Phoenix.

Land on Unicorn island, take a walk on the village road, visit an orchard of tropical fruits. Visit a bee-farm, enjoy honey-tea and visit a typical house in Mekong Delta. Visit coconut candy workshop, taste fresh candies. Enjoy tropical fruits at local farm, listen to Southern traditional music.

Next to land on Dragon island, transfer by cyclo or motorbike to local home. Have a homemade lunch and enjoy cooking time with some dishes such as “Banh Xeo” (Vietnamese crepe); Spring Rolls.... with the owners. After lunch, return to boat station. Transfer back to Saigon. End of tour at your hotel.

Accomodation：

-Orchids Saigon Hotel

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 12 Fly To Hanoi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Fly To Hanoi

Your guide will escort you to the airport for your flight to Hanoi. On arrival, your private guide will welcome you at the arrival hall and transfer you to your hotel with a private car and driver. Your guide will help you with luggage and hotel check-in and ensure your arrival is worry-free.

Accomodation：

-The Lapis Hotel

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 13 Hanoi City Tour & Water Puppets Show
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hanoi City Tour & Water Puppets Show

Today you’ll jump into Hanoi’s sights and sounds on a tour that covers all the essentials. You’ll visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, which includes the Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh’s former stilt-house residence, The Hoa Lo Prison, The One Pillar Pagoda, and The Temple of Literature, which, dating back to 1070, is Vietnam’s oldest university.

After lunch, you will explore the enthralling Museum of Ethnology, which contains an extensive display of life-size structures dedicated to Vietnam’s 54 ethnic minorities. Next, enjoy an hour-long cyclo ride winding through the narrow, chaotic streets of the Old Quarter - a must for any visitor to Hanoi! The day finishes with a traditional performance of the famous Vietnamese Water Puppets Show.

Accomodation：

-The Lapis Hotel

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 14 Halong Bay Overnight Cruise
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Halong Bay Overnight Cruise

After breakfast, you will take a private transfer for about 3 hrs to Halong City, where you will begin your one and a half days’ Halong Bay cruise. You will board the tradtional Vietnamese junk in the afternoon and cruise around the Halong Bay’s limestone islets and caves doted the sea and see the sun set over the clam waters at the deck. Enjoy a wonderful dinner at evening. All meals are included during your stay on board. There are also a variety of optional activities waiting for you. Such as swimming, kayaking, diving...etc.

Accomodation：

-Doris Cruise

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 15 Morning Activities & Back To Hanoi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Morning Activities & Back To Hanoi

Wake up early this morning to catch the sunrise over the bay with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck. Continue cruising and you can choose either kayak or traditional rowing boat to around discovering local life on the waters. Disembark at Tuan Chau International Passenger Port at around 10:30 am, where your guide and driver will wait you and drive you back to Hanoi (about 3 hrs).

Accomodation：

-The Lapis Hotel

Meals Included：

- Breakfast
Day 16 Departure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Departure

Your private guide will escort you to airport for your onward flight.

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Itinerary of your trip 16 Days A Mix Of History And Adventure: Cambodia & Vietnam (

Welcome To Cambodia!

Angkor Wat & Bakheng Sunset

Banteay Srei & Ta Prohm Temple

Visit Tonle Sap & Fly To Phnom Pen

Phnom Penh City Tour

Koh Kong - 4River Floating Lodge

Kayaking On 4 River

Back To Phnom Penh

Fly To Ho Chi Minh

Cu Chi Tunnels & Ho Chi Minh City Tour

Mekong Delta & Home Made Lunch

Fly To Hanoi

Hanoi City Tour & Water Puppets Show

Halong Bay Overnight Cruise

Morning Activities & Back To Hanoi

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