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BEST OF VIETNAM AND CAMBODIA/ 14 DAYS 13 NIGHTS

It is truly the best combination of Vietnam and Cambodia only 14 days with all the main

attraction at all destination from Hanoi old quarter city, overnight on cruise in Halong bay for

Sun rise and Sun set, history and relics of Hue citadel and mausoleum, old town of Hoian,

incredible of Cu Chi tunnels, Mekong delta and Angkor temples a world heritage in Siem reap,

Cambodia.

Day 1 - 2: Arrival Hanoi & tour

You will be met on arrival airport in Hanoi and join a short

tour to know about our country

as well as enjoy walking in the old city of Hanoi.

Day 3 – 4: Halong bay overnight cruise

Explore 7 wonder world heritage in Vietnam by 2 days cruise

among thousands island in Halong bay, visiting beautiful

cave, kayaking and enjoy delicious sea food on board

Day 5 – 7: Hue citadel & Hoian old town

Your trip continue to centre of Vietnam with Hue citadel,

mausoleums, dragon cruise on perfume pagoda, charming

town of Hoian with its history and shopping.

Day 8 – 10: Southern Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh city was named the pearl of Indochina for

entertainment, shopping and history, you will visit incredible

of Cu Chi tunnels, amazing Cao Dai temple, and a traditional

boat trip on Mekong river.

Day 11 – 14: Explore Angkor temples

Some of your last day to explore a great complex of Angkor temples cover 210 hectares in Siem

reap, you will visit Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm and South gate of Angkor Thom

Details program

Day 1: Arrival Hanoi (D)

Your luxury holiday starts as we meet you at Hanoi airport (Noi Bai), and you’re taken directly

to your hotel. Hanoi is a stylish and exciting city that retains an unique old world charm and

some Asia‘s most striking colonial architecture. The lakes and parks provide pleasant and

relaxing escapes from the bustle of the city, overnight in

Hanoi.

Day 2: Hanoi city tour (B/L)

Followed by a full day city tour in Hanoi you start with

the Ho Chi Minh Complex, containing the mausoleum of

the nation’s founder Ho Chi Minh, the Presidential

Palace, Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts. Close to this site

is the One Pillar Pagoda, whose origin dates back to

the foundation of Hanoi a thousand years ago. Your tour

of Hanoi continues with a trip to the remarkable Temple

of Literature, well known as Vietnam’s first university.




A local restaurant for your own lunch would be an experience of the Vietnam holiday. Later,

you’ll enjoy a walk around the peaceful Hoan Kiem Lake and through the bustling Old quarter

city of Hanoi. In the evening enjoy famous of water puppet show.

Day 3: Hanoi – Halong bay over night cruise

(B/L/D)

After an early breakfast you start with a transfer out to

the internationally famous and stunningly beautiful

Halong Bay, made world famous by James Bond in

Tomorrow Never Dies. Arriving just before lunch, you’ll

embark on a traditional Vietnamese junk. Take lunch

on board and enjoy the afternoon and overnight cruise as

it provides you with fantastic views of the fabulous

scenery blending with the sky and some 3,000 limestone

islands which amazingly rise from the clear and emerald

water. The limestone karst formations are littered with

beaches, grottoes and beautiful caves, some of which you’ll visit. Overnight on board in Halong

Bay

Day 4: Halong bay – Hanoi - Hue (B)

The tour continues with a morning spent cruising on to the Man’s Head, Tortoise islands and

then Luon Cave by small bamboo boat. After a brunch check out and continue to travel

though Bai Tu Long to Bai Chay for disembark, meet the driver and guide transfer to airport for

flight to Hue.

Day 5: Hue Tour (B/L)

In the morning you will be met at hotel to take a short

drive to explore the massive Hue citadel built in 1804 -

1833 followed by Western architecture combining with

Eastern citadel containing the Imperial City and the

Purple Forbidden City... This Royal Residence was

destroyed during the 1968 Tet Offensive but with

renovating by a great work of local artist will hold you

back to know more about Nguyen dynasty. Your next stop

is Khai Dinh Mausoleum built in 1885 for the 12th

Emperor of Nguyen dynasty located on Chau E Mountain.

Trip continue to Minh Mang mausoleum located on Cam Khe mountain by the tip top of

Perfume River, the construction built by 10.000 workers & artists within 3 years. Minh Mang

emperor was the 2nd King under Nguyen Dynasty who was tightening country relationships &

change name to Dai Viet for more power and influence in the region and international.

Continue the trip you will board for Dragon boat to cruise downstream river to visit charming of

Thien Mu pagoda built in 1601 lying on the top of Ha Khe hill by side of the river, hidden

behind 7 layers of Phuoc Duyen tower. Overnight in Hue.

Day 6: Hue – Hoian (B/L)

Upon leaving Hue you drive south to Hoian, which was originally a Cham seaport but has been

influenced down the centuries by traders from various cultures. The scenic road is hugging the

coastline before crossing over the winding Hai Van pass. A view from the top of the pass is one

of Vietnam’s most impressive panoramic scenes of Lang co Beach. You stop en route to visit

Non Nuoc Beach, Marble Mountain, whose peaks represent the five elements of the universe

and the Cham Museum in Danang City before reach Hoian old town. Overnight in Hoian




Day 7: Hoian tour (B/L)

The ancient architecture of Hoian is a fascinating

combination of Vietnamese traditional buildings with

Chinese and Japanese influence. There’s plenty to see in

this delightful town, some of which are the famous

Japanese Covered Bridges, Pottery Museum, 200

years old Tan Ky House, Chua Ong Pagoda and

vibrant market. Today we include these on a walking tour

past many low tiled houses scattered along the small streets and assembly halls, which reflect

the town's multi-cultural past. You’ll understand why many visitors come to Hoi An again and

again. Overnight in Hoian.

Day 8: Hoian – Danang – Ho Chi Minh (B)

Transfer to Danang airport for a short flight to Ho Chi Minh City. On arrival you'll guided round

of some of the most important attractions in Ho Chi Minh City, beginning with the Reunification

Palace, which was the former residence of the Southern Vietnam President until the end of April

1975. Close to the palace are some striking French colonial structures including the Notre

Dame Cathedral and the Old Saigon Post office. You'll also visit the Jade Emperor

Pagoda, one of the best examples of Taoist temples in Vietnam, and the War Remnant

Museum. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

Day 9: Ho Chi Minh – Cu Chi tunnel – Tay Ninh temple (B/L)

After an early breakfast you’ll avoid the city heat to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, an incredible

underground network constructed by Vietnamese fighters during the long struggle for

independence. The tunnels contained hospitals, plus accommodation and schools, and were

used as a military base for the Viet Cong in the American

war. Afterwards, you'll continue to the headquarters of

Cao Dai religious sect which is located in Tay Ninh.

This religion was founded in 1923 and now numbers over

2 million members. It’s an unusual religion with an

eclectic mix of different saints from different religions,

and has Victor Hugo and Charlie Chaplin as patron

saints. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

Day 10: Ho Chi Minh – Mekong delta travel (B/L)

You'll head out of the city for the Mekong Delta. You'll travel by road to My Tho province about

1:30 drive, arriving in My Tho, where you board a boat navigating around the small canals in

the Mekong Delta, and you'll have the chance to observe the local lifestyles close-up. Pass

through the lush green vegetation to an orchard you can observe various fascinating local

industries. After feasting on a huge lunch followed with Elephant ear fish, seasonal fruits,

return to Ho Chi Minh for overnight.

Day 11: Ho Chi Minh - Siem Reap (B/Dinner at local restaurant with Apsara dance)

There is morning free time on your own until transfer to airport for an hour flight to Siem Reap.

On arrival at Siem Riep airport you are met and transferred to hotel.

Day 12: Angkor Tours (B)

Today we continue exploring the wondrous ancient ruins with the South Gate of Angkor

Thom, which is famous for its series of colossal human faces carved in stone, the impressive

Bayon Temple, the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace, the Terrace of the

Leper King. Enjoying a romantic sun set view form Bakheng Hills. Overnight at hotel in Siem




Reap

Day 13: Angkor Tours (B)

This morning we will visit the largest complex and

impressive sand stone art here Angkor Wat, Siem

reap. The temple constructed in the 12th century cover

an area of about 210 hectares. We stroll around this

massive structure, seeing the many galleries with

columns, libraries, pavilions, courtyards and ponds full

of water reflecting the towering temple. Continue our

private tour in Siem Reap we visit incredible Ta Prohm

temple settle among of enormous fig trees and gigantic

creepers which embrace themselves in the stone

foundations of the structure giving the impression of

mans creation being reclaimed by the powerful forces of

nature.

Day 14: Tonle Sap lake & departure (B)

We embark to visiting the Khmer Village and enjoy view

of the rice field and a lots of palm trees with great fresh

air. We board on boat in Tonle Sap Lake, the "Great Lake"

of Cambodia, one of the largest in Asia. Here, enjoy a

brief cruise past floating villages complete with schools,

restaurants, and hospitals then transfer to airport for departure. Trip ends when group arrive at

airport.

Trip notes:

- Best time to travel: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar & Apr

- Time to save money to travel: May - September

Trip included:

• Destination insurance (Passport copy required)

• Private transportation

• Accommodation: Double/twin sharing room at mention hotel or similar

• Meals as mentioned: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner (All meals are at local

restaurant except breakfast included with your accommodation

• Boat trip in Halong bay, Hue, Mekong delta

• Flight ticket Hanoi – Hue, Danang – Ho Chi Minh – Siem Reap on economy class with

airport tax

• English speaking guide

• Daily 01 bottle of water

Exclusive:

Other meals, tips, drinks, international airport taxes, single room supplements, peak season

surcharges, personal expenses, travel insurance, visas, flights in and out Vietnam, any optional

additional tours or activities during free time.

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