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Day 1. Siem Reap (arrival)
Arrival in Siem Reap airport. Our driver welcomes and transfers you to hotel for your stay.
- Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap
- N/A
Day 2. Siem Reap (leisure)
Breakfast at hotel.
Spend your leisure time at beach in Siem Reap
- Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap
- B,
Day 3. Siem Reap (Tonle Sap)
Morning, your leisure until we transfer you to airport for flight to Siem Reap
Afternoon, 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 hotel in Siem Reap
- B,L
Day 4. Siem Reap (Angkor Tour)
In the morning, visit to 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. Neak Pean, a fountain built in the middle of a pool (representing the paradisiacal Himalayan mountain-lake), Ta Som, built in late 12th century C.E. the most distant temple on the grand circuit, small but classic. 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. Before ending the tour today, enjoy a wonderful sunset scenery from the Top of Phnom Bakhen Hill. In the evening, enjoy a delicous dinner at a nice local restaurant in Seam Reap. Watch a Apsara dance show while dining.
- Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap
- B,L,D
Day 5. Siem Reap → Hanoi
Morning, your breakfast at hotel.
Your leisure time until we transfer you to airport for flight to Hanoi.
- Overnight at hotel in Hanoi
- B
Day 6. Ha Noi (City tour)
Explore the Temple of Literature, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and discover the rich history of Vietnam’s first university. Walk around the picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake, and visit the Ngoc Son Temple, perched on an island in the lake. Continue your exploration at the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, which showcases the diverse ethnic groups of Vietnam through fascinating exhibits and artifacts.
Take a cyclo tour for sightseeing around the Old Quarter of Hanoi. Watch video.
- Overnight at hotel in Hanoi
- B,L
Day 7. Hanoi → Halong bay
Morning, enjoy breakfast at hotel and depart for Halong Bay at approximately 8:00am.
Upon arrival in Halong Bay, we will board the vessel and partake in a delectable lunch. During the meal, we will cruise through thousands of stunning islands and islets. Following lunch, you may freshen up in your room before embarking on a visit to the Surprising Cave, kayaking, swimming, and other activities. Later, return to the vessel, get a drink and enjoy the picturesque sunset scenery in the bay. Halong photo
- Overnight on Cruise in Ha Long Bay
- B,L,D
Day 8. Halong bay → Hanoi
In the morning, breakfast will be served on board. We will then proceed to cruise to a Pearl Farm village and continue exploring the enchanting Halong Bay, navigating through numerous captivating islands and islets.
During lunch on board, we will make our way back to the pier before transferring back to Hanoi.
- Overnight at hotel in Hanoi
- B,L
Day 9. Hanoi (leisure)
Breakfast at hotel.
Your leisure time in Hanoi
- Overnight at hotel in Hanoi
- B,
Day 10: Hanoi (Hoa Lu & Tam Coc)
After breakfast at hotel, we transfer you to Hoa Lu (in Ninh Binh), the ancient royal capital of Vietnam. Take a sightseeing tour and take a bike to reach Tam Coc. Enjoy lunch and start exploring the famous 3 caves. Return to Hanoi.
- Overnight at hotel in Hanoi
- B,L
Day 11: Hanoi → Mai Chau
Morning, transfer to Mai Chau. Upon arrival in Mai Chau, enjoy a traditional lunch.
After lunch, visit Mai Chau Valley, biking for sightseeing and visit nearby villages in Mai Chau. Visit Thai living museum for Traditional BBQ dinner, watch Thai traditional dance.
- Overnight at hotel in Mai Chau
- B,L
Day 12. Mai Chau (leisure)
Breakfast at hotel.
Your leisure time in Mai Chau
- Overnight at hotel in Mai Chau
- B,
Day 13: Mai Chau → Hanoi
Walk to Mai Chau market, meet the local people and see them trading their handmade products in the market. We then steps up to 1000-step-cave to explore the cave.
After lunch at a local restaurant, your leisure time until we transfer you back to Hanoi.
- Overnight at hotel in Hanoi
- B,L
Day 14. Hanoi→ Hoi An
Morning, enjoy breakfast at hotel. Spend your leisure time in Hanoi.
Afternoon, transfer to airport for flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, head to Hoi An old town.
- Overnight at hotel in Hoi An
- B,
Day 15. Hoi An (visit My Son Sanctuary)
Morning breakfast at hotel. Today, we start the tour by visiting My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Afternoon, visit Hoi An town on foot: Hoi An’s Colorful Local Market, Old House of Tan Ky, Fu Jian Assembly Hall, and the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge.
- Overnight at hotel in Hoi An
- B,L
Day 16. Hoi An (leisure)
Breakfast at hotel.
Your leisure time for walking around the Old Town for shopping and relax in Hoi An.
- Overnight at hotel in Hoi An
- B,
Day 17. Hoi An (leisure)
Breakfast at hotel.
Your leisure time for walking around the Old Town for shopping and relax in Hoi An.
- Overnight at hotel in Hoi An
- B,
Day 18: Hoian (Golden Bridge & Ba Na hills)
After breakfast at hotel, we will have a visit to Ba Na Hills. Take Cable Car, which gains 5 world scores, to Ba Na hills station. We will have some stops to visit some famous places: Vong Nguyet hills, Linh Ung pagoda, The Old Villas of French, Nginh Phong top, Le Nim Villas, Orchid Garden. Experience hill climbing train (first and unique funicular in Vietnam) and visit an old French cellar (Debay Ancient Wine Cellar), flower garden Le Jardin D’amour and Linh Ung Pagoda.
After lunch at a restaurant, explore the French village or join games at Fantasy Park, which is the third biggest indoor games zone in Vietnam. Afterwards, return to Da Nang city with a stop at Central Specialties Super Market for shopping.
- Overnight at hotel in Hoi An
- B,L
Day 19. Hoi An → Da Nang
Breakfast at hotel. Your leisure time for walking around the Old Town for shopping and relax in Hoi An.
Afternoon, we transfer you Da Nang. Rest of the day is your leisure time at beach in Da Nang.
- Overnight at hotel in Da Nang
- B
Day 20. Da Nang (leisure)
Breakfast at hotel.
Spend your leisure time at beach in Da Nang one more day.
- Overnight at hotel in Da Nang
- B,
Day 21. Da Nang (leisure)
Breakfast at hotel.
Spend your leisure time at beach in Da Nang one more day.
- Overnight at hotel in Da Nang
- B,
Day 22. Da Nang → Ho Chi Minh
Morning, enjoy breakfast at hotel. Spend your leisure time in Da Nang
Afternoon, transfer to airport for flight to Ho Chi Minh. Upon arrival, head to your hotel
- Overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh
- B,
Day 23. Ho Chi Minh (Cu Chi tunnel & City tour)
Morning, we explore the Re-Unification Palace, which was the home and workplace of the president of South Vietnam during the Vietnam War, and played a pivotal role in the war’s end. Visit the Notre Dame Cathedral, a stunning example of French colonial architecture, and learn about its unique history. Continue your tour at the War Remnants Museum, which provides a thought-provoking look into the harsh realities of the Vietnam War.
Afternoon, we leave the city and drive 60km to Cu Chi, where you can delve into the intricate system of tunnels and explore the Cu Chi Tunnel, an impressive feat of engineering that played a significant role in the Vietnam War. Afterwards, enjoy tea, cassava (guerrilla’s food during the war). Once the tour is complete, we will make our way back to the city.
- Overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh
- B,L
Day 24. Ho Chi Minh → Mekong Delta
Following breakfast at the hotel, we will depart from Ho Chi Minh and head towards Ben Tre. Our journey will include a boat trip along the Mekong River, during which we will visit a family-run business that exemplifies the idyllic rural lifestyle. We will also have the opportunity to stroll through the fruit plantation village.
- Overnight at hotel in Can Tho
- B,L
Day 25. Mekong Delta → Ho Chi Minh
Around 6.30am, we pick you up to visit the Cai Rang floating market which is wholesale market of fruit and vegetable at its busiest at this time of the day. Keep cruising through the small channels system and visit a rice noodle making village. Experience the “Monkey Bridge” in the Delta.
Break for lunch then return to Ho Chi Minh.
- Overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh
- B,L
Day 26. Ho Chi Minh (leisure)
Breakfast at hotel.
Spend your leisure time at beach in Ho Chi Minh
- Overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh
- B,
Day 27. Ho Chi Minh (leisure)
Breakfast at hotel.
Spend your leisure time at beach in Ho Chi Minh
- Overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh
- B,
Day 28. Ho Chi Minh (Departure)
Morning, your breakfast at hotel.
Your leisure time until we transfer you to airport for flight back to Australia.
- NA
- B
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