Grand Tour of Vietnam and Cambodia

Arrival
Welcome to Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam! Upon arrival, you are transferred to your hotel and have the rest of the day at your own leisure to relax after the trip. 

Hanoi Sightseeing Tour 
A private guide comes and picks you up in the hotel lobby and takes you to the Ho Chi Minh complex where you will visit the Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house, and you will have a look at 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.

Continue on to the Temple of Literature – a rare example of well-preserved traditional Vietnamese architecture the first university of Vietnam and the place dedicated to Confucius.

Your guide will then lead you to visit the Buddhist Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest Buddhist temple in Vietnam at West Lake

Your personal guide will give you some time to have lunch at a local cafe (not included).

After the break, you continue your tour with the guide who will take you in a local cab to the amazing Hoan Kiem Lake with Ngoc Son temple. After this, you can spend some time strolling in the small alley streets of the charming Old Quarter where you can have a chance to shop for souvenirs. Your guide will then take you back to your hotel in a local cab.
 

Day Trip to Halong Bay’s Treasures
Today after breakfast your private guide picks you up from the hotel and takes you to the breathtaking Halong Bay. It takes around 2.5 hours by private car to reach. En route is the chance to enjoy the stunning sceneries of peaceful villages, local farmers working on fields, water buffaloes grazing grass on fields, and local trading of herbs. You will arrive in Halong Bay at noon, and embark on the private cruise.

Lunch will be provided on board while the cruise sails through the stunning natural wonders of Halong Bay with thousands of gorgeous limestone cliffs.

Discover the UNESCO World Heritage site by visiting karsts and caves such as Thien Cung (Heavenly Cave) with your guide on board as well as other activities on the bay such as kayaking in the emerald waters.

The cruise sails back to the shore and the driver welcomes you at the harbor for your return to your hotel in Hanoi city. 

Departure
Following breakfast, you check out and depart from Hanoi. 

Arrival 
Welcome to Hoi An! Upon arrival at Da Nang airport, you are transferred to your hotel and have the rest of the day at leisure. 

Hoi An City & Market Tour 
Today after lunch, a private guide picks you up from your hotel and takes you on a walking tour of Hoi An, an ancient town that has earned a UNESCO world heritage site recognition. Your first stop will be at the Fujian assembly hall, it was built around 1690. Its beautiful exterior, rich history, and mysterious features will captivate those seeking architectural and cultural points of interest in Hoi An. 

Next, you will visit one of the ancient houses, called 'Quang Thang Ancient House'. It is 150 years old and carries the architectural style of Hoa Ha, China. Throughout the years, the style as well as interior decoration of the house has been lovingly preserved. 

After this, you will pass by the famous Japanese-covered bridge. The Bridge impresses its visitors with its stunning curved roof, which covers every inch of the bridge. The roof was also decorated with yin and yang patterns, this is one of the trademarks of Vietnamese culture and architecture. 

Next, we stop at the central local market to get a glimpse of authentic Vietnamese life. The market has French-influenced design and architecture. It has a variety of items, including fresh food, dried food, and local Vietnamese dishes like Cao Lau, rice dumpling cake, sweet soup, and Hoi An bread. Additionally, many colorful lanterns and souvenirs made by locals are also sold here. 

You will continue to explore the town by visiting the Silk Village. Here you can also get hands-on experience in harvesting mulberry leaves, feeding silkworms, and deciphering between true and synthetic silk. You will then be guided to take a 20 minutes boat ride. A lantern boat ride on Hoi An Old Town’s canal is a must-try experience after the sun goes down. 

Your guide will take you back to your hotel. 

Day Trip to Imperial Hue
Today after breakfast, your guide will pick you up and you will head to the imperial city of Hue. Along the way, you will stop at some beautiful natural landscapes such as the Lap An Lagoon, Lang Co Beach, and Hai Van Pass- the most beautiful and adventurous pass road in Vietnam. 

Once we reach Hue, you will explore Hue's most famous attraction, the Imperial Citadel. Once the home of the Nguyen Emperor, the citadel also contains the Forbidden Purple City. Your guide will then give you some time to have lunch at a local cafe (not included) 

You will take a lovely boat ride on the Perfume River, to admire the most sacred and ancient Buddhist temple in central and southern Vietnam, the Thien Mu Pagoda. Finally, you will visit the Khai Dinh Tomb, a stunning blend of Western and Eastern architecture constructed between 1920-1931. 

Your private guide will then take you back to your hotel.

Departure
Following breakfast, you check out and your driver picks you up to depart from Hoi An. 

Arrival
Welcome to Ho Chi Minh! Upon arrival, you are transferred to your hotel and have the rest of the day free.
 

Saigon City & Local Market Visit
Today after breakfast you meet your private guide to explore the main sights of Saigon City.

First, you head to the area around Dong Khoi Street. Known as Rue Catinat when Vietnam was part of French Indochina in the early 20th century, it was the height of elegance and sophistication. Today, it is still home to some of the city's most graceful architecture such as the Saigon Central Post Office, still in operation today.

Nearby, visit the stunning Notre Dame Cathedral and the Saigon Opera House. Visit War Remnants Museum: understand one of the most controversial conflicts in the 20th century OR take a tour of the Reunification Palace which was the former residence of the President of South Vietnam until the end of the war in April 1975.

Visit Ben Thanh market- a more traditional way to experience local commerce. The city's largest and most central market and finally visit the Jade Emperor temple.  

Cu Chi Tunnels Tour
Today after breakfast, your private guide will take you to Cu Chi Tunnels in a private car (approximately 1.5-2 hours). These tunnels are part of a massive and elaborate tunnel system used during the Vietnam War. Today, this place offers a sneak peek at the underground life of Viet Cong soldiers during the wars against the French and the Americans.

It comprises more than 200km of underground tunnels with booby traps and trapdoors, living areas, kitchens, storage facilities, armory, hospitals, and command centers. As the tunnels were built so deep underground, military tanks could pass overhead without causing any damage to the tunnels.

By walking and crawling through the tunnels, you will get a sense of the world of guerrilla warfare in the incredible Cu Chi tunnels and gain insight into the tenacity and bravery of the soldiers.

There is an optional shooting range (not included). If you would like to experience firing the exact AK47 which was once in a VC's hand

Your private guide takes you back to your hotel.

Departure
Following breakfast, you check out from your hotel and meet your private driver who transfers you to the airport. You will head to your next destination in Cambodia. 

Arrival
Welcome to Siem Reap, the gateway to the ancient Angkor temples and the gem of Cambodia!

Upon arrival, your driver meets you at the airport and transfers you to the hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is at your own leisure to relax after the trip or start your independent exploration.

Highlights of Angkor
Prepare for a day of immersing in Cambodian historic legacy which makes you feel as though you've traveled back in time! Early in the morning you meet your guide and driver and have a 30-minute drive to magnificent Angkor Wat.

You begin your exploration with the ancient city of Angkor Thom. Your acquaintance with this historic and spiritual landmark begins with the South Gate, boasting adorned doors, stone figures, and unique relics. While there, you also visit the temple of Bayon, the centerpiece of the city of Angkor Thom. Dating back to the 12th century, this stone marvel is considered to be a sacred destination. It is believed to be a place where heaven and earth meet, and it was erected to honor a Buddhist king. You get to see the huge well-preserved carved stone faces on its exterior.

Among other places you see today at Angkor Thom are the famous terraces, including the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King, as well as the pyramid-shaped temple called Ta Keo, translated as the Jewel of Crystal. 

You will visit also Ta Prohm, famously known as the "Jungle Temple. It gained additional fame through its appearance in the movie "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider," starring Angelina Jolie. 

Next on your list is one more major attraction of the Siem Reap province, the marvelous Angkor Wat Temple, a noted UNESCO World Heritage Site. This religious complex, made up of several temples in honor of the Hindu God Vishnu, was built in the 12th century by the ruler Suryavarman II. Today you get to see the remnants of what was once a great civilization by visiting the biggest temple that can be found onsite. Interestingly, Angkor Wat is one of the largest religious complexes in the entire world, extending on a territory of over 200 sqm (2,153 sq ft)!

After the tour, you return to the hotel.

Tour to Peak Sneng Village
After your breakfast, your driver will pick you up and take you to Peak Sneng Village to engage with the locals and explore the enchanting realm of traditional Cambodian crafts on a half-day tour. Gain captivating insights into Cambodia's time-honored craft techniques, including the art of weaving palm leaves to create the national hats and skillfully folding Lotus flowers into exquisite works of art.

After enjoying the rest of the day at your leisure, experience an enchanting Apsara dance show during a delightful dinner.

Departure
After breakfast, your dedicated private driver will transfer you to the vibrant city of Phnom Penh.  

Arrival
Welcome to Cambodia's bustling capital, Phnom Penh! Your driver takes you to the hotel for check-in.

The remaining evening is free for you to have good rest.

Phnom Penh City Tour
In the morning you meet your private guide and driver and start a full-day tour around the city's highlights.

Your tour begins with a visit to the city of Choeung Ek, a mass gravesite known as the Killing Fields after the popular movie of Roland Joffre. Then make your way to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. Here, on the grounds of what once was a school and was later transformed into a prison, you learn about the chapter of the country's tragic history: the Cambodian genocide of the 1970s claimed over 1.5 million lives.

After your lunch break, visit the Royal Palace, home to the Cambodian royal family. This outstanding complex is among the most-visited and popular landmarks of Phnom Penh. Built in the end of the 19th century, the adorned palace and the neighboring Silver Pagoda are surely worth your time. Note, though, that a certain dress code applies when visiting the sites.

In the afternoon you visit the National Museum and see the world's largest collections of Khmer art. This is the best place in town to dive into the cultural heritage, plus the building itself is very impressive and picturesque in terms of architecture.

After the tour, you return back to your hotel and have the remaining part of the day at leisure.

Day Trip to Oudong Mountain
Depart to Phnom Oudong in Kampong Speu, 40km northwest of the city. Enjoy the scenic hour-long drive through picturesque countryside.

Explore the historical significance of Phnom Oudong, founded by King Srei Soryapor in the 16th century. Ascend the main stairway with around 500 steps to reach the summit. Discover the impressive stupas and small temples while our guide shares fascinating stories of Oudong's history.

Capture the breathtaking panoramic view before returning to Phnom Penh in the afternoon. 

Departure
This is the final day of your amazing exploration of Vietnam & Cambodia. Following breakfast you check out from the hotel, and your driver takes you to the airport for your flight back home.

We hope you are leaving with bright memories and wish you a safe flight!