TRAVEL SERVICE & RESERVATION – Carol Sullivan

Day 1 – 20 Mar: Australia → Ho Chi Minh

Arrival at Ho Chi Minh airport at 15:50 PM – VN780, our driver will transfer you to hotel for your stay.

• Overnight at Sunrise Central in Ho Chi Minh
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Day 2 – 21 Mar: Ho Chi Minh (leisure)

Breakfast at your hotel.

Your leisure time in Ho Chi Minh on your own.

• Overnight at Sunrise Central in Ho Chi Minh
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Day 3 – 22 Mar: Ho Chi Minh (Visit Cu Chi tunels)

Breakfast at your hotel.

Around 7:30 AM – 8:00 AM, our tour guide will pick you up at your hotel and depart for Cu Chi Tunnels, the trip will take approximately one and a half hours bus driving. Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction followed by introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the war time. Then, spend your time to explore the remaining area and tunnel systems which included the special constructed living areas with kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purpose during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served. 

Break time for relax or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun. 

Have lunch at restaurant in HCM city. 

In the afternoon, visit Independence Palace, also known at the Reunification palace, was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known Landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu. Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office. Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of the both the Indochina wars. 

Back to the hotel. End trip.

• Overnight at Sunrise Central in Ho Chi Minh
• B,L

Day 4 – 23 Mar: Ho Chi Minh → Mekong Delta

Breakfast at your hotel, then check out your hotel, you can leave big luggage at hotel (please note to hotel staff to keep for you) and bring small bag for Mekong trip as you will be back to this hotel to stay more.

Around 7.30 – 7:45 AM: Pick up guests at the hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and depart for My Tho Port. Boat cruise on the Tien River to view the four islets: Long, Lan, Quy, Phung. The boat passes by floating fish farms along the Tien River, offering a view of Rach Mieu Bridge. 

Arrive at Thoi Son islet: Stroll through village paths, visit fruit orchards, enjoy seasonal fruits, and listen to traditional Southern Vietnamese music. 

Rowing boat through small canals: Enjoy the peaceful riverine scenery, visit a honey bee farm, and taste honey tea and banana wine. 

Continue down the Tien River to Tan Thach Canal (Ben Tre): Visit a coconut candy workshop, and explore traditional handicrafts. 

Motorboat excursion on Tan Thach canal: Discover the daily life of local people, have lunch at a local restaurant. The eco-restaurant features crocodile, porcupine farms, frog, and snake farming models, hammocks for relaxing, and bicycles for exploring fruit orchards, coconut groves, and rice fields. 

Horse-drawn carriage tour through village paths: Learn about the everyday life of local residents. 

Return to My Tho Port to continue to Can Tho.

• Overnight at Senior hotel in Can Tho
• B,L

Day 5 – 24 Mar: Mekong Delta → Ho Chi Minh

Breakfast at your hotel.

Around 07:00 AM, ‭breakfast‬ ‭at‬ the‬ ‭hotel.‬ ‭Relaxing boat ride to explore the picturesque tributaries of the Hau River, followed by a visit to the bustling Cai Rang Floating Market. 

Visit a local noodle-making factory. Explore Munir Ansay Pagoda, a renowned Khmer pagoda with unique architecture. 

Then, proceed to Son Islet, visit fish farms, fruit orchards, and enjoy seasonal fruits. 

Lunch and return to Ho Chi Minh City, ending the tour.

• Overnight at Sunrise Central in Ho Chi Minh
• B,L

Day 6 – 25 Mar: Ho Chi Minh → Hoi An

Breakfast at your hotel. Your leisure time in Ho Chi Minh on your own.

At 13:00 PM, our driver transfers you to airport for flight to Da Nang. (Depart at 15:30 PM – VN134)

Arrive at in Da Nang airport at 16:50 PM, our driver welcome and transfer you to hotel in Hoi An for your stay.

• Overnight at River Beach Resort & Residences  in Hoi An
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Day 7 – 26 Mar: Hoi An (visit City Hoi An)

Breakfast at your hotel.

Your leisure time in the morning. When it is time, make your way to the restaurant (I will inform you the address when you are on the tour). You can use free electric bus of the hotel to go to the restaurant.

At around 13.00, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. 

After lunch, enjoy a three-hour walking tour of Hoi An Old Town, renowned for its charming blend of Chinese, Japanese, and European architecture. This ancient town was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999. 

During the tour, you will visit iconic landmarks including the Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, the Japanese Bridge—constructed in the 16th century and famous for being the only covered bridge that features a pagoda—the 200-year-old Tan Ky House, and the Museum of Trade Ceramics. You’ll also explore several other historical sites throughout the old town. 

Afterward, you will have free time to continue discovering the charming streets of the old town or to shop for special souvenirs. 

The rest of the day is at your leisure to explore the city on your own.

• Overnight at River Beach Resort & Residences  in Hoi An
• B,L

Day 8 – 27 Mar: Hoi An (Leisure)

Breakfast at your hotel.

Your leisure time for walking around the Old Town for shopping and relax in Hoi An.

• Overnight at River Beach Resort & Residences in Hoi An
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Day 9 – 28 Mar: Hoi An → Da Nang

Breakfast at hotel. Your leisure time for walking around and relax in Hoi An.

At 12:00 PM, we transfer you Da Nang. Rest of the day is your leisure time at beach in Da Nang.

• Overnight at White Sand Hotel Da Nang in Danang.
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Day 10 – 29 Mar: Da Nang (Leisure)

Breakfast at hotel.

After breakfast, your leisure time on the beach or at your resort on your own.

• Overnight at White Sand Hotel Da Nang in Danang.
• B

Day 11 – 30 Mar: Da Nang (Leisure)

Breakfast at hotel.

After breakfast, your leisure time on the beach or at your resort on your own.

• Overnight at White Sand Hotel Da Nang in Danang.
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Day 12 – 31 Mar: Da Nang → Hanoi

Breakfast at your hotel.

At 08:00 AM, our driver transfers you to airport for flight to Hanoi. (Depart at 10:30 AM – VN6080)

Arrival at Noi Bai airport in Hanoi at 11:55 AM, you will be taken to hotel.

• Overnight at Le Foyer Hotel in Hanoi
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Day 13 – 01 Apr: Hanoi (City tour)

Breakfast at hotel.

Around 08:00 – 08:30 AM, Get picked up by our friendly guide and start to explore Hanoi City.

08.45: Arrive at Tran Quoc Pagoda located on Golden Fish IsLand in West Lake

It is the oldest pagoda in Ha Noi built in the 6th century.

09.30: Visit Ho Chi Minh complex, you have a chance to see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh then walk around the garden to see 2 houses where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Godess of Mercy – It is the most unique padoga in the world

• Should dress modestly by covering from shoulders to knees when visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, temples, pagodas…

• Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays.

• Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed at least 2 months (15th June -15th August) for the annual maintaining but still can take picture Mausoleum and visit around that area

11.15: Visit Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in the whole country of Vietnam.

Special Note: we will visit Women Museum instead of Ethnology Museum closed on Mondays

12.45: Have lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine with 8 delicious dishes.

14.00 – 14.15 : Continue to visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11 century.

15.15: Leave for Hoa Lo Prison Museum which originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the “Hanoi Hilton”.

Take a cyclo tour for sightseeing around the Old Quarter of Hanoi. 

After tour, back to hotel.

• Overnight at Le Foyer Hotel in Hanoi
• B,L

Day 14 – 02 Apr: Hanoi → Phnom Penh

Breakfast at your hotel.

At 11:30 AM, our driver transfers you to the airport for flight to Phnom Penh. (Depart at 14:55 PM – KT 621)

Arrival Phnom Penh airport at 16:45 PM, our driver welcomes and transfers you to hotel.

• Overnight at Pasteur 51 hotel in Phnom Penh.
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Day 15 – 03 Apr: Phnom Penh (City tour)

Breakfast at hotel.

At 08:30AM: Our guide will pick you up at the hotel and visit the notorious Choeung Ek Killing Fields & Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21 prison) which serve as a testament to the crimes of the Khmer Rouge (From 1975–1979).

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

After lunch, take some minutes at Independent Monument for photo taking. After that, visit the opulent Royal Place, home to Cambodia’s Royal family, and its Silver Pagoda. Continue your visit at The National Museum with its superb collection of Khmer art. The last place to visit today is Wat Phnome, the most famous buddhist temple in Phnom Penh.

• Overnight at Pasteur 51 hotel in Phnom Penh.
• B,L

Day 16 – 04 Apr: Phnom Penh → Siem Reap (Tonle Sap Lake)

Breakfast at hotel.

At 07:00 AM, our driver transfers you to the airport for flight to Siem Reap. (Depart at 10:00 AM – K6 0105)

Arrival Siem Reap airport at 10:45 AM, our driver welcomes and transfers you to hotel.

Afternoon, we take a boat trip on Tonle Sap lake.

Start the tour by visiting the National Museum. Here, you can explore a collection of Khmer art, artifacts, and historical exhibits that provide insights into the culture and history of Cambodia.

After the museum, take a boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake, one of the largest lakes in Asia. This is an opportunity to enjoy stunning views of the lake and see some of the local fishing villages and floating communities that call it home.

After the lake tour, head to downtown to visit Artisan’s D’angkor, the carving art school, where you can witness the intricate art of stone carving and other traditional crafts. Next, continue your visit to Wat Thmei, a beautiful pagoda that is known for its memorial stupa that contains the skulls of Khmer Rouge victims.

• Overnight at Ta Prohm hotel in Siem Reap.
• B,L

Day 17 – 05 Apr: Siem Reap (Explore the Angkor)

Breakfast at hotel.

At 08:30 AM, Our guide picks up you to visit the antique capital of Angkor Thom (literally: “Great City”), located in present day Cambodia, was the last and most enduring capital city of the Khmer empire. Continue your visit at the South Gate with its huge statues depicting the churning of the ocean of milk, the Bayon Temple, unique for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara, the Phimeanakas, the Royal Enclosure, the Elephants Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King.

Continue your visit to Ta Prohm, one of the most beautiful temples in Angkor. Ta Prohm has been relatively untouched since it was discovered and retains much of its mystery.

In the afternoon, visit Angkor Wat the most famous of all the temples on the plain of Angkor. The temple complex covers 81 hectares and is comparable in size to the Imperial Palace in Beijing. Its distinctive five towers are emblazoned on the Cambodian flag and the 12th century masterpiece is considered by art historians to be the prime example of classical Khmer art and architecture.

After that, take a boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake, one of the largest lakes in Asia. This is an opportunity to enjoy stunning views of the lake and see some of the local fishing villages and floating communities that call it home.

After the lake tour, head to downtown to visit Artisan’s D’angkor, the carving art school, where you can witness the intricate art of stone carving and other traditional crafts.

Evening, enjoy buffet dinner and watch Khmer Traditional Dance Show at a local restaurant. Watch a Apsara dance show while dining

• Overnight at Ta Prohm hotel in Siem Reap.
• B,L,D

Day 18 – 06 Apr: Siem Reap → Australia

Monring, your breakfast at hotel.

Your leisure time until at 15:00 PM, we transfer you to airport for flight back home. (Depart at 18:20 PM – VN812)

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• B

End of service!