Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hoi An – Saigon – Siem Reap
The Glimpse of Vietnam and Cambodia 9 Days journey through the magnificent landscapes of Vietnam and Cambodia. Begin immersing yourself in Hanoi's rich culture. Enjoy Amazing Halong Bay cruise, continue with fantastic and dynamic Saigon city, finally conclude your adventure in Siem Reap for the grandeur of Angkor's temples.
Day 1: Hanoi Arrival
Welcome to Hanoi! Upon arrival, our tour guide and driver will welcome you at the airport. You will be escorted to the hotel and check-in. The rest of the day is at your leisure for recovery.
Overnight in Hanoi
Day 2: Hanoi City Tour (B)
Enjoy your breakfast. In the morning at 8:00-8:30 am, you will be met by our tour guide at your hotel, and start to explore the city of Hanoi. The morning’s activities include: Tran Quoc Pagoda: located on the shores of West Lake, this pagoda is full of amazing Buddhist symbolism, a must-see for any of Hanoi city tour. Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum: one of the most famous works in Vietnam with great cultural and historical value, it will expand your understanding of the country. One Pillar Pagoda: Hanoi’s iconic landmark is not to be missed, famous for its extraordinary architecture. This Pagoda is not only a famous tourist attraction but also a religious stop for local pilgrims. Temple of Literature: one of the top historical attractions in Hanoi, is the first university in Vietnam. The temple represents Vietnamese ancient architecture and traditional fondness for learning. Have lunch at an authentic Vietnamese restaurant.
In the afternoon, you will enjoy the following activities: Hoan Kiem Lake with Ngoc Son Temple: famous for its peaceful beauty, and cultural as well as historical values. Continue to kake a traditional cyclo tour through the Old Quarter: the fascinating experience of rickshaws driving around the Old Quarter and experiencing the daily life of the locals. Then, you savor the best street food in the world: Never miss out the Vietnam food After the tour, you will be escorted back to your hotel in Hanoi.
Accommodation: Overnight in Hanoi
Day 3: Hanoi - Halong Bay Cruise (B, L, D)
In the morning, after breakfast, our driver will pick you up at about 8:00 am, then head to the cruise port of Halong Bay. It takes about 3 hours to arrive. Upon arrival, the cruise staff will help you with the check-in at around 12:00. Welcome onboard in Halong Bay! You will be greeted with a welcome drink and the introduction and guidelines. Then, you will enjoy the lunch onboard in the elegant dining room. In the afternoon, you will enjoy some exciting activities such as sightseeing, kayaking, or swimming according to each cruise’s itinerary. While onboard, you can take advantage of the leisure time of the Spa, Beauty, and Massage services surrounded by the stunning scenery around you. Besides, you can also join the chef’s cooking class and learn the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking.
In the evening, an elegant dinner is ready with a fusion of Eastern and Western cuisine, accompanied by a wide selection of wines and beverages from around the world. After dinner, enjoy a leisurely evening onboard, such as joining in board games, squid fishing, a night movie, or bars & karaoke.
Overnight on Cruise
Day 4: Halong Bay - Hanoi and Flight to Da Nang (B, Br)
Your second day of Halong Bay Cruise will start with a Tai Chi class for 20 minutes to breathe the fresh air and brighten the day. After breakfast, continue with the exploration of the tourist sites on Halong Bay. At around 10:00, it’s time to pack your luggage for checkout. At about 11:30, your cruise boat will sail back to the port and you will enjoy an early lunch on the way. Then, our driver will pick you up at the port, heading to the airport of Hanoi for your flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival in Da Nang, our tour guide will escort you to Hoi An for about 1 hour. Welcome to Hoi An, one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites and famous for the old town. Your tour guide will take you to the hotel in Hoi An for Check-in. You can have the rest of the day to yourself.
Overnight in Hoian
Day 5: Hoi An Exploration (B)
In the morning, after breakfast, you will start your half-day excursion to Cam Thanh village. Your tour guide will pick you up around 8:00 am to 8:30 am. Cam Thanh village is a fisherman at Cam Thanh Water coconut village. During this half-hour, you will experience: Fishing, catching the crabs & coconut mussels: enjoying experiences from learning traditional fishing techniques and exploring tranquil coconut-palm flanked waterways of a past war afterthat, you wil take Vietnamese bamboo basket boat ride: made of bamboo with the shape of baskets to make you have the very Vietnamese experience. At the end of the first half of the day, the guide will take you to a very delicious Vietnamese lunch.
After a short rest, we are about to start the afternoon tour. Your tour guide will bring you to the edge of the old town for a half day of exploration. During the tour, you will visit: 200-year-old Tan Ky House: a beautiful home that has been lovingly preserved over seven generations, Museum of Trade Ceramics: with fascinating pottery artifacts from all over Asia and the Middle East, Chua Ong Pagoda: the neighborhood around it has distinctly Chinese-inspired buildings and is lovely to explore at a relaxed pace. Finally, you will visit Hoi An Market: reputed to be one of Vietnam’s best. After the sightseeing tour, we'll take you back to the hotel, and then you can have the rest of the day to yourself.
Overnight in Hoi An
Day 6: Hoi An, Flight to Saigon and Saigon City Tour (B)
After breakfast, enjoy your time and wait for our tour guide to pick you up to the Da Nang airport, taking a flight to Ho Chi Minh City, about 70 minutes. Welcome to Saigon! Upon arrival, our tour guide and driver will welcome you at the airport. You will be escorted to the hotel and have a short rest.
In the afternoon, your tour guide will meet you at around 13:00 to explore the iconic highlights, including: Notre Dame Cathedral: honored as one of the world's 19 most majestic cathedrals, the only representative from Southeast Asia, seen as the architectural symbol of Ho Chi Minh City. Old Saigon Post Office: Vietnam’s largest post office and oldest colonial structure, is one of the must-sees, attracting visitors with its aesthetic and historical values. Cholon: the largest Chinatown in Ho Chi Minh with many traditional shops, markets, and local food stalls. Emperor Jade Pagoda: a sacred place of Saigon, built by a Chinese merchant named Liu Daoyuan, where people pray and seek blessings. After the tour, head back to your hotel and have a good rest.
Overnight in Saigon
Day 7: Saigon, Cu Chi Tunnel and Flight to Siem Reap (B)
After breakfast, at about 8:00 am, we will drive about 1.5 hours to Cu Chi Tunnels, where you discover these amazing systems developed by the guerrillas fighting in the Vietnam War. You will see various weapons used in the war on display. It will take the whole morning to explore and enjoy.
After lunch, enjoy your time and wait for our tour guide to pick you up to the airport, taking a flight to Siem Reap, about 90 minutes. Welcome to Siem Reap! Upon arrival, our tour guide and driver will welcome you at the airport. You will be escorted to the hotel and check-in. The rest of the day is at your leisure for recovery.
Overnight in Siemreap
Day 8: Siem Reap - Angkor Temple Discovery (B)
Today, you will get up a little bit early, at about 5:00 am for the sunrise of Angkor Wat, and experience the breathtaking moment. After enjoying the sunrise, you will be escorted to the hotel for breakfast and have a little rest. Your guide will pick you up at about 10:00 am to start your Angkor Temple discovery. In the morning, you will visit:
Ta Prohm: one of the largest temples built during the Khmer empire, a Buddhist temple dedicated to the mother of Jayavarman VII.
Banteay Kdei: considered to be one of the main groups of temples in the Angkor complex with peaceful and quiet surroundings.
After the lunch at a local Cambodian restaurant, you will continue to visit:
Angkor Wat: the 7th wonder of the world, is a miniature replica of the universe in stone, its beauty and state of preservation is unrivaled.
After the tour, we prepare a Mudita Signature Treatment for you after touring the temples of Angkor Wat, rejuvenate with a spa session in Siem Reap. Using an herbal compress, your masseuse provides a massage treatment that is said to reduce tension and improve energy flow throughout the body. After that, you will be escorted to your hotel, enjoy your free time, and have a good rest.
Overnight in Siem Reap
Day 9: Siem Reap Departure (B)
Enjoy your breakfast and free time in the morning until your tour guide picks you up to the airport. End of Services !
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