14 days tour

Vietnam & Angkor- Premium Adventure

$ 4,320 .00 USD

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Vietnam & Angkor- Premium Adventure

This tour includes:

Guide

The trip is led by locally qualified Vietnamese and Cambodian English-speaking leaders, chosen for their experience and great customer feedback.

Meals

All breakfasts, seven lunches and seven dinners are included. Thanks to the tropical climate, long coast and gigantic range of mountains, Vietnam is blessed with a variety of culinary offerings, and maintains a reputation as one of the healthiest, most delicious cuisines in the world. Vietnamese food relies on fresh fish, vegetables, rice and a myriad of verdant herbs and spices; lemongrass, ginger, basil and lime all play an important role in the cuisine. The Chinese and French influence is felt throughout the country where you are just as likely to be offered a banh mi (stuffed baguette) as you are a steaming bowl of pho (noodle soup). Each dish is prepared with the Asian principle of Wu Xing (the five elements) in mind; meaning the perfect combination of spicy, sour, bitter, salty and sweet is the aim. Be sure to also seek out the national beverages: Vietnamese coffee is served iced and sweet with condensed milk, a real sugar and caffeine hit, and beer hoi (local beer, brewed daily) is served on most street corners in the north out of large plastic jugs that are perfect for sharing. Food is cheap in Vietnam and you can generally avoid the spicier dishes if you wish. Western food is readily available almost everywhere, except for the Mekong Delta area. Food is cheap in Cambodia and you can generally avoid the spicier food if you wish. Cambodian food is all about contrastsโ€”sweet and bitter, salty and sour, fresh and cooked. It shares many dishes with its neighbours, and youโ€™ll find noodle soup similar to Vietnamese pho, the refreshing salads and sour soups of Thailand, Indian-inspired curries, and noodles and stir fries handed down from years of Chinese migration. From days as a French Indochina colony, Vietnam has a love of coffee, pรขtรฉ and good bread. Baguettes are served with soup, made into sandwiches, and sold by cyclists carrying baskets filled with long loaves. Western food is also available in most places visited. Vegetarian food is widely available; however, the offering will be fairly similar in most places. Please advise at time of booking if you have any dietary requirements.

Others

Tips for local staff All listed activities

Transport

We use private air-conditioned car, minibus or bus dependent on group size. Boats are used at various points in the itinerary. There are three flights included in the itinerary and all bookings on flights are economy class. Tet Holiday Period (Vietnamese New Year) During the Tet holiday period, 21-26 January 2023 and 9-15 February 2024 and two weeks either side of Tet, our itinerary is subject to minor change as, despite booking hotels and trains in advance, rooms and seats are difficult to obtain during this busy festive period when people are travelling home to celebrate with their families. It is unlikely that changes will occur, but if required, suitable alternative premium accommodation will be used.

Accommodation

Relax at the end of each day in our expertly curated, handpicked accommodation on this Premium Adventure. Each property has been chosen for its location, comfort, style and unique characteristics. Syrena Cruises, Ha Long Bay. One night. A 34-cabin ship built with traditional Vietnamese hardwood Featuring well-appointed deluxe cabins that utilise light materials and clear windows to ensure cabins are bright and airy Enjoy a delicious meal on-board at the Lotus Restaurant, which serves modern and traditional dishes Have a drink at the sundeck bar, a prime spot for sunset and soaking up the bay atmosphere Please note, groups will be joining a Syrena Cruise that may have other guests on board at the same time Hoi An Blue Sky Boutique Hotel & Spa (four-star), Hoi An. Three nights. This modern boutique hotel has a rooftop bar Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and day spa Spacious rooms decorated with comfort in mind Sila Urban Living (four-star), Ho Chi Minh City. Three nights. A sleek, modern apartment-style hotel, where each spacious room has a kitchenette Cool off in the 66ft (20m) outdoor swimming pool Featuring a fully Technogym-equipped gym, sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi Cocotte Bistro, which offers a menu of traditional, authentic French flavours Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa (four-star), Siem Reap. Two nights. Intimate premium resort in the heart of Siem Reap Relax and be pampered in the Nirvana Spa Cool off in the freshwater swimming pool Modern property promoting a real sense of comfort Enjoy a drink on the rooftop at Palateโ€™s Sky Bar overlooking the river The accommodation shown has been booked and agreed in advance; however, we may need to make changes to a property of similar or higher standard after you have booked. We endeavour to inform you of any changes in advance, which could, on rare occasions, be at late notice. Additional Accommodation It is possible to book additional nights before or after the tour, subject to availability โ€“ please enquire for details and prices. Single accommodation Single supplements are available (on request) and only available for 12 nights of the trip (hotel nights only โ€“ not available for the one night on boat in Ha Long Bay). Please advise your sales representative at the time of booking if you would like to request a single supplement.

Not included:

Others

โ€” Tip for the tour leader โ€” Travel insurance โ€” Single accommodation (available on request โ€“ hotel nights only) โ€” Visa or vaccinations

Flights

Flights are not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included

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Itinerary of your trip Vietnam & Angkor- Premium Adventure

  • Day 1 Day 1: Start Hanoi; Welcome Dinner In The Evening (Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Start Hanoi; Welcome Dinner In The Evening (Dinner)

      The capital of Vietnam, Hanoi, is ready to welcome you when you arrive. Get acclimatised and familiarise yourself with the city by wandering the tree-lined avenues. There will be a group welcome meeting this evening with your expert leader followed by an included welcome dinner at KOTO (Know One, Teach One), a well-established training restaurant for disadvantaged youths where you'll be served a blend of Vietnamese and Southeast Asian foods. Premium accommodation: The Q Hotel, Hanoi (four-star)

  • Day 2 Day 2: City Tour Of Hanoi; Free Afternoon (Breakfast,Lunch)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: City Tour Of Hanoi; Free Afternoon (Breakfast,Lunch)

      This morning, enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city that includes a visit to the Temple of Literature, the site of the oldest university in Vietnam; Hoa Lo Prison; and the Old Quarter. For lunch, we'll visit the much-loved restaurant, Bun Cha Huong Lien, to try their bun cha (a local speciality of noodles, broth and meat served with greens). The afternoon is then free for you to wander around the Hoan Kiem Lake and perhaps enjoy the view from a lakeside cafe. Premium accommodation: The Q Hotel, Hanoi (four-star)

  • Day 3 Day 3: To Ha Long Bay; Cruise Followed By Sundowners On Deck; Overnight On Board A Syrena Cruise (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: To Ha Long Bay; Cruise Followed By Sundowners On Deck; Overnight On Board A Syrena Cruise (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

      We make an early start for the approximate four-hour journey to Ha Long Bay, one of the most stunning sights in Southeast Asia with some 3,000 limestone peaks rising directly from the emerald sea. We cruise among this striking karst scenery, stopping to swim and kayak, allowing us to get to places inaccessible by boat (weather permitting), and enjoy a seafood lunch on board. Later in the afternoon, join your expert leader and group for a drink or two on the top deck while watching the sunset before spending the night in twin-share cabins. Premium accommodation: Syrena Cruises (join-in basis), Ha Long Bay

  • Day 4 Day 4: Continue Cruise; Visit Ha Long Women'S Association, Return To Hanoi (Breakfast)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Continue Cruise; Visit Ha Long Women'S Association, Return To Hanoi (Breakfast)

      We continue to cruise around Ha Long Bay this morning before returning to port. Your leader will then introduce your group to the Ha Long Women's Association in the Hon Gai township, a local sustainable initiative committed to cleaning waste in Ha Long Bay and upcycling it, where possible, into items of value. Here you'll meet the local women and witness how they upcycle trash into beautiful, handcrafted products. You may also get the chance to try upcycling too. We then drive back to Hanoi for a free evening to explore or relax. There may be an option of seeing a Water Puppets performance, which your leader can arrange if you wish (subject to availability). Premium accommodation: The Q Hotel, Hanoi (four-star)

  • Day 5 Day 5: Fly To Da Nang; Transfer To Hoi An (Breakfast,Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Fly To Da Nang; Transfer To Hoi An (Breakfast,Dinner)

      After breakfast, we transfer to Hanoi Airport for a flight to Da Nang. In Da Nang, we climb Marble Mountain where we explore the large caves used by the Viet Cong as a hospital base during the war. There are wonderful views from the mountain peak over My Khe Beach and the surrounding countryside which leads on to the captivating town of Hoi An, our next destination (approximately one-hour transfer). This evening, the group will dine at a local restaurant while enjoying views of the atmospheric Thu Bon River. Premium accommodation: Hoi An Blue Sky Boutique Hotel & Spa, Hoi An (four-star)

  • Day 6 Day 6: Walking Tour Of Hoi An; Free Afternoon (Breakfast,Lunch)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Walking Tour Of Hoi An; Free Afternoon (Breakfast,Lunch)

      This morning will include a walking tour of Hoi An, the original European trading port in Vietnam dating back to the mid-16th century. It is now a living museum, with attractive wooden merchant houses and pagoda-style temples with Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese and European architectural influences. It is also a marvellous place to wander around, dipping into the thriving riverside market and shopping for silk clothing. After lunch at a local eatery, the afternoon is free to enjoy a town that has become a favourite for so many travellers to Vietnam. Options include a trip to My Son (the spiritual home of the Cham civilisation) where Cham kings were buried as long ago as the fourth century. Although bombing has destroyed much of the site, there are several interesting stone towers and sanctuaries. Premium accommodation: Hoi An Blue Sky Boutique Hotel & Spa, Hoi An (four-star)

  • Day 7 Day 7: Cruise On Thu Bon River To A Cooking Class; Free Afternoon (Breakfast,Lunch)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Cruise On Thu Bon River To A Cooking Class; Free Afternoon (Breakfast,Lunch)

      We spend the morning at the wonderful Red Bridge restaurant, on the bank of the Thu Bon River. Visiting the colourful local market first, we shop for ingredients before taking a boat to the restaurant. Here we learn the intricacies of Vietnamese cooking. Under the supervision of an English-speaking Vietnamese chef, you create your own dishes. You don't need to be a proficient cook to enjoy this activity โ€“ but be warned, you eat your creations at the end of the morning! You can choose to stay and enjoy the idyllic restaurant garden, return to Hoi An town for an afternoon at leisure, or jump on a bike (optional) for a ride through the countryside, passing markets, schools and villages before continuing to Cua Dai beach (3mi/5km). Premium accommodation: Hoi An Blue Sky Boutique Hotel & Spa, Hoi An (four-star)

  • Day 8 Day 8: Fly To Ho Chi Minh City; Afternoon City Tour (Breakfast,Lunch)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Fly To Ho Chi Minh City; Afternoon City Tour (Breakfast,Lunch)

      This morning we transfer to Da Nang Airport for the flight (approximately 1hr 25min) to Ho Chi Minh City (formally Saigon). This is an exciting, absorbing city where scooters pack the streets and temples stand alongside modern developments. Devastated by the Vietnam War, it is now a bustling free-market city where anything goes. The Saigon River and Ben Thanh market are within walking distance and are highly recommended. After arrival, your group will dine at a Ho Chi Minh City institution, Pho Hoa on Pasteur, which has been in operation for more than 50 years. Here you will enjoy a tasty lunch of southern-style Vietnamese noodles and spring rolls. An afternoon city tour will include a visit to the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum. The museum has an interesting photographic record of the Vietnam/American War. Please be aware, some images at the museum are very graphic. Premium accommodation: Sila Urban Living, Ho Chi Minh City (four-star)

  • Day 9 Day 9: Morning Visit To Cu Chi Tunnels; Free Afternoon (Breakfast)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Morning Visit To Cu Chi Tunnels; Free Afternoon (Breakfast)

      Today we leave the city and head north to visit the Cu Chi tunnels. Used by the Viet Cong during the war, the network covers three levels and incorporates around 150mi (240km) of tunnels. Traditionally, these were very narrow, but some areas have been widened to allow tourists to explore the system. Claustrophobes may prefer to stay outside in the sunshine. In the afternoon, we return to Ho Chi Minh City and the rest of the day is free for individual exploration. Premium accommodation: Sila Urban Living, Ho Chi Minh City (four-star)

  • Day 10 Day 10: To Mekong Delta; Cruise Through Waterways (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: To Mekong Delta; Cruise Through Waterways (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

      In the morning, we drive to Cai Be in the Mekong Delta (approximately 2hr 30min), known as the rice bowl of Vietnam. This region produces most of Vietnam's fruit, sugar cane and coconuts. We take a boat trip on the mighty Mekong River, passing many orchards and friendly locals also travelling by boat. Recently, Cai Be floating market has become less crowded and smaller as fruit trading is mostly now done by trucks. However, this is still a great opportunity to see a local market and traditional trade on a smaller scale. We stop to see small cottage industries, such as rice paper and coconut candy, getting a chance to sample the produce before enjoying the local speciality, elephant ear fish, for lunch. After, we continue by boat to Vinh Long where our private transport takes us to Can Tho. This evening, the group will dine and enjoy local Mekong specialties. Premium accommodation: TTC Can Tho Hotel, Can Tho (four-star)

  • Day 11 Day 11: Visit Floating Market; Return To Ho Chi Minh City (Breakfast,Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Visit Floating Market; Return To Ho Chi Minh City (Breakfast,Dinner)

      This morning, we take a boat trip to Cai Rang floating market, the biggest and most lively floating market in the Delta, with great photo opportunities. It is a maze of hundreds of boats packed with fruits, vegetables and plants, where samples are hung from the tops of long poles so buyers can see from a distance what is for sale. After, we drive back to Ho Chi Minh City where the remainder of the afternoon is free. This evening, you'll meet your leader and group for a final traditional meal in a Vietnamese-style house-restaurant in the heart of the city. Premium accommodation: Sila Urban Living, Ho Chi Minh City (four-star)

  • Day 12 Day 12: Fly To Siem Reap, Cambodia, And Be Based At The Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa (Breakfast,Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Fly To Siem Reap, Cambodia, And Be Based At The Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa (Breakfast,Dinner)

      Today we transfer to Ho Chi Minh City Airport for the flight to Siem Reap in Cambodia. On arrival, the group will be met by our Cambodian expert tour leader. Here the group will spend the next two nights at the intimate Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa โ€“ the perfect base to explore Angkor. This evening, we enjoy a welcome dinner in the local village of Lum Orng at the first farm-to-table restaurant in Cambodia where we feast on authentic Khmer cuisine made with many ingredients from the organic garden. We may also have the opportunity to see the sunset at the temple-complex this evening (flight time dependent). If not, we enjoy this marvel tomorrow. Premium accommodation: Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa, Siem Reap (four-star)

  • Day 13 Day 13: Full Day To Explore Angkor (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Full Day To Explore Angkor (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

      We visit the incredible Angkor Wat and the many temples inside the Royal City of Angkor Thom, including the magnificent Bayon, which comprises 54 intricately carved towers in a single temple. The Bayon certainly left an impression on an early traveller in 1925 who stated, 'we stand before it stunned. It is like nothing else in the land.' We will also see other less-visited outlying temples. Particularly impressive are Banteay Srei and Ta Prohm, the latter still covered in jungle as it was first found. Re-discovered in the 1870s and described as being 'grander than anything of Greece or Rome' by the French explorer Henri Mouchot, this Unesco World Heritage site is one of the most spectacular archaeological zones in the world. A truly magical experience and a photographer's paradise. This evening, gather with your leader and group members for a special farewell dinner featuring traditional cuisine and entertainment. Premium accommodation: Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa, Siem Reap (four-star)

  • Day 14 Day 14: End Siem Reap (Breakfast)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: End Siem Reap (Breakfast)

      This cultural tour ends after breakfast. There are free transfers to Siem Reap Airport for all customers (see the Joining Instructions for more information). Alternatively, if youโ€™d like more time to explore this fascinating destination, speak to your sales representative about extending your stay.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 16 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.

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