Best Of Cambodia & Vietnam

Description

The best of Cambodia and Vietnam is unveiled on this journey from Bangkok to Hanoi. Discover the region's culture and beauty as we visit the stunning ancient temples of Angkor, take a cross-border boat tour of the mighty Mekong and be immersed in Vietnam's markets and vibrant streets. Add to the adventure an overnight boat stay on Halong Bay, friendly locals and lots of scrumptious food - the only thing left to do is choose when to go.

Highlights

• Travel around bewitching Bangkok in a tuk-tuk.
• Be enchanted by vine-entwined Ta Prohm.
• Experience a mind-blowing sunrise over the temples of Angkor Wat.
• Reflect on Cambodia's tragic past in Phnom Penh.
• Cruise along the Mekong Delta .
• Descend into the dusty Cu Chi Tunnels.
• Experience vintage culture in Hoi An.
• Uncover Vietnam's imperial past in Hue.
• Stay overnight on a Halong Bay boat trip.
• Walk through Hanoi's evocative Old Quarter.

Itinerary

Day 1 Bangkok

Travel around the bustling Thai capital in a tuk-tuk or relish the intoxicating aromas of Suan Lum Night Bazaar.

Days 2-4 Siem Reap/Angkor Wat

Journey from Thailand into Cambodia and discover the history of the Khmer Empire at Angkor Wat. Be astounded by the Bayon and jungle-covered ruins of Ta Prohm.

Days 5-6 Phnom Penh

Cambodia's capital is the perfect place to uncover the country's past, present and future. Confront grim exhibits at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and be humbled by the sobering Killing Fields.

Day 7 Chau Doc

Witness the diversity of Mekong life while crossing into Vietnam by boat.

Days 8-10 Ho Chi Minh City

Clamber into the Cu Chi Tunnels to learn what life was like for Viet Minh soldiers. Hit Ho Chi Minh City's rowdy streets on a cyclo tour.

Days 11-12 Hoi An

Be seduced by the old-world charm of Hoi An, with shops selling everything from suits to handmade lanterns.

Days 13-14 Hue

Ascend the aptly named Sea Cloud Pass en route to Hue, the Vietnamese centre of learning, religion and Nguyen imperialism. Visit the impressive Imperial Citadel and royal tomb and take a relaxing cruise on the Perfume River.

Day 15 Hanoi

Feast on a scrumptious breakfast at the inspirational KOTO restaurant, dedicated to training disadvantaged youth, before exploring Hanoi's leafy streets.

Day 16 Halong Bay

Glide past stunning scenery on an unforgettable boat tour of Halong Bay.

Days 17-18 Hanoi

Try to spot a lucky tortoise in Hoan Kiem Lake, the serene heart of Hanoi. Shopping in the Old Quarter is a great way to spend those last holiday dollars.

Group Size

Maximum of 12 travellers per group

Accommodation

Hotel (15 nts), Overnight sleeper train (1 nt), Overnight boat (1 nt)

Transport

Van, Private minibus, Boat, Bus, Overnight sleeper train, Cycle rickshaw, Plane

Budget

Allow USD $350 for meals not included.