Summary
With their long histories, interesting cultures, and sprawling landscape, Vietnam and Siem Reap offer something for everyone.
Sightseeing tours in the cities feature the must-see sites, including Hanoi’s One Pillar Pagoda, built in 1049; Hoi An’s Japanese Covered Bridge; and Hue’s impressive Imperial Citadel. In Ho Chi Minh City, sightseeing includes the War Remnants Museum, and the Cu Chi region, where you'll get to explore the deep, narrow tunnels constructed by the Viet Cong during the war. Vietnam isn’t just home to beautiful temples and historic sites though! You'll enjoy seeing some of Vietnam's most gorgeous sights and destinations via the water. A highlight of the trip is your cruise on Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with some of the world's most amazing limestone formations. You'll sail by islets, caves, beaches, and floating villages. In Ninh Binh, a boat ride through the Trang An Landscape Complex, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, takes you through more spectacular scenery in the Red River Delta. You'll also enjoy a cruise in Hoi An on the Thu Bon River, where you'll pass unspoiled countryside.
Continue to Siem Reap to explore the rich history of the Khmer Empire. Explore the spectacular ruins of Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; Angkor Thom; 10th-century Banteay Srei Temple, known for its intricate decorations; and more. You’ll also interact with children at a local school and enjoy authentic local cuisine. These are just some of the many highlights on this tour through Vietnam and Cambodia. From the historic sites to the stunning scenery, this tour designed for savvy, value-minded travel lovers is a vacation of a lifetime!
Short Itinerary / Route
- Day 1
- Hanoi, Vietnam
- Day 2
- Hanoi
- Day 3
- Hanoi-Ha Long Bay
- Day 4
- Ha Long Bay–Ninh Binh
- Day 5
- Ninh Binh
- Day 6
- Ninh Binh–Hoi An
- Day 7
- Hoi An
- Day 8
- Hoi An
- Day 9
- Hoi An–Hue
- Day 10
- Hue–Ho Chi Minh City
- Day 11
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Day 12
- Ho Chi Minh City. Cu Chi Tunnels Excursion
- Day 13
- Ho Chi Minh City–Siem Reap, Cambodia
- Day 14
- Siem Reap
- Day 15
- Siem Reap
- Day 16
- Siem Reap
Travel Countries (2): Cambodia, Vietnam
Travel Cities (6): Da Nang, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hội An, Ninh Bình, Siem Reap