I. Where is Hon Mot Island?

Hon Mot Island in Nha Trang embraces a peaceful beauty that allows tourists to enjoy the rustic and idyllic features of the most unique village in Khanh Hoa province. The island is suitable for young people wishing to experience and portray colorful paintings and daily life of Khanh Hoa people.

Hon Mot is located in Vinh Nguyen ward, to the Southeast of Nha Trang city, about 9km from the coast and this is the smallest island in Nha Trang bay with an area of less than 1km2.

There are about 200 households on the island, mainly living on fishing and aquaculture like lobster farming.

II. How to get to Hon Mot Island?

You must travel by boats or canoes from Cau Da port to reach all of Nha Trang’s islands. From the city center, following Tran Phu street is the easiest route with less traffic jam.

You can take a taxi, Grab or rent a motorbike. If traveling by motorbike, the travel time is about 20 minutes, while taxis or Grab take 15 minutes. Reach Oceanographic Institute and you will see the port.

• Option 1: Self-sufficient means that you rent a canoe or ship. But you need to book in advance. They are only responsible for transporting you to the island, leaving you to take care of your own lunch or other expenses.

Fare: 500,000 VND – 1,700,000 VND/ boat or ship

• Option 2: Take the Nha Trang tour visiting many islands at the same time with 4 islands. Besides, you can also go to Tri Nguyen Aquarium, have lunch, play a floating bar. You will be picked up at the hotel, prepared vehicles to cross the island, arranged lunch and taken part in activities on the sea such as banana floats, floats, parachutes, flying at Bai Tranh.

Most tourists prefer the second option.

III. The best time to visit Hon Mot Island

The best time to visit Hon Mot Island is the dry season from March to September.

IV. What to explore in Hon Mot Island?

1. Stunning natural beauty

Hon Mot possesses white sandy beaches and clear sea with bottoms of various shapes, creating a charming natural landscape, which is extremely ideal for visitors to immerse themselves in the cool water.

When coming to the island, you will be overwhelmed with the beauty of the peaceful coastal village, but also very familiar with green moss-covered tile roofs and winding village roads.

2. Enjoy the peaceful local life

The locals are gentle, with smiles always on their lips. It is also great to enjoy a day living with them. Your journey will be much more interesting if you can experience the daily life of islanders, just rent a homestay and join the life of friendly fishermen and enjoy hospitality together like catching fish, or squid fishing, etc.

3.Immerse in amazing water activities

Hon Mot also has many coral reefs surrounding the island like Hon Mun, the home to a variety of colorful marine life. For those who are not good at swimming, they can still dive to see the coral here, just with glasses.

Tourists can also join a lot of water sports such as taking a boat with the glass bottom, the basket of glass bottom, canoe towing, water motor, fishing and enjoying fresh seafood, along with “floating wine party.”.

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I. Where is Doc Let beach?

Doc Let also called Doc Lech, is located in Ninh Hai ward, Ninh Hoa town, Khanh Hoa province, Vietnam. Doc Let Beach stretches with high white sand, separating the mainland from the sea with verdant palm trees.

About 49 km south of Nha Trang city center, Doc Let is famous as an ideal tourist destination in summer, which is extremely suitable for those wishing a vacation on the pristine beach.

II. What is the best time to visit Doc Let beach?

Doc Let is a coastal region, characterized by the tropical monsoon climate

The average annual temperature is 26.6 degrees Celsius. The most beautiful time to come to Doc Let is from January to September when it is sunny, sometimes combined with Southwest wind so the landscape is very airy and dry.

The time between October and December is the Northeast monsoon time, traveling at this time, you can only do sightseeing and can’t take part in exciting activities on the coast or underwater. Of course you cannot bathe on the beach this season because the water is very cold.

If you visit Doc Let in the fourth lunar month, there is an interesting Co Dinh festival nearby  Ninh Di with many customs to learn and participate. Going on this occasion would be very interesting. Traveling to Doc Let beach at different times is a completely new experience.

 III. How to get to Doc Let beach?

There are 2 common means:

By plane: Airlines like Vietnam Airlines, Jetstar, Vietjet Air and Bamboo Airways have flights from Hanoi, Saigon and Da Nang to Cam Ranh airport. You can order tickets online through these airlines, then to Cam Ranh airport and then to the center of Nha Trang city. Rent a taxi or motorbike to Doc Let.

By train: There are also stations from Hanoi, Saigon or Da Nang to Nha Trang with fares at around 250,000 – 400,000 VND / time for bed or hard seat tickets.

IV. What to explore in Doc Let beach

1. Explore Doc Let beach

Doc Let Beach appears with a pristine beauty covered by pure white sand that captivates any visitor. Doc Let beach is quiet due to a series of surrounding hills, making the sea surface very peaceful with few high winds. Doc Let Beach stretches for about 8 km, unlike other beaches, Doc Let’s seabed is gradually moving away from the shore, the water level is not high. Usually the farther the beach is, the deeper the water is but due to the sand, it will keep going “the bottom” forever.

Doc Let is also ideal for small children as it is a shallow beach. The fine white sand is like a maiden’s skin, patted rhythmically by white ripples. The waves are not too fierce, the water is clear blue with pure white sand making it be an ideal place to help you leave the stress for a wonderful holiday with Doc Let. If you want to enjoy the name “Doc Let”, go up to the sandhill to try the feeling of sliding sand from the top down. That’s so amazing, believe me.

2. Camp

Doc Let camping is allowed, but you have to prepare the camp in advance because the tent rental service here is not yet complete. At night, what’s interesting than sitting around the campfire, enjoying the soft waves and sharing together with friends or lovers.

Before that, you should make a round trip to choose the best location and remember to tell the beach area guard about the specific time of your camping location. You should choose high sand mounds to avoid tidal water, and be careful with fire in the surrounding casuarina forest.

3. Rent a boat to explore the island

With VND 20,000/ pax, you can rent small boats of local people to explore the small islands around. This service is attractive to young adventurers. You will take your own paddle on the water going along the shore to visit the beautiful islands like a villager fishing. Although the waves are quiet, do not forget to prepare your life jacket.

On a small boat in the middle of the water, the vast sky will dispel all feelings of unhappiness.

4. Visit the fishing village

Ninh Thuy fishing village is not far from Doc Let beach so you can walk along the beach to visit the fishing village. The fishing village is an ideal destination for you to try a day fishing experience like knitting, boating, fishing, and repairing fishing gear. The locals are sincere, rustic, very hospitable. Coming here you can feel a simple life far different from the bustling urban area and have chances to enjoy the new extremely attractive dishes, such as soup bread, fish noodles, apple tea, etc.

V. What to eat in Doc Let beach?

You can easily enjoy the local cuisine on small boats selling specialties such as crabs, snails, shrimp, squid, etc – they are fresh, fragrant and processed on the spot with some salt and lemon mixed with pepper. Those are the sweet flavors of the sea that cannot be forgotten. Fish vermicelli, soup cake, grilled spring rolls, and spring rolls have made a unique identity for Doc Let.

You can rent a small hut outside the beach to enjoy seafood, after bathing or swimming.

If you want to prepare your own cooking, you can go to the nearby seafood market with a variety of fresh seafood to choose from and cook at your homestay.

VI. Explore Doc Let beach with Lux Travel DMC

If you are still confused on how to arrive in Doc Let or how to explore this beautiful beach, just feel free to contact Lux Travel DMC. Or just simply look at:

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Nha Trang Beach Escape 4 days

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From late march to April the whole Indochina ( Vietnam . Laos . Cambodia ) heats up and temperatures can exceed up to 40 degree Celsius, the month from March through to the first rains in May or June can be very hazy as smoke from burning off the secondary forest hangs in the air. On the worst days this can cause itchiness of the eyes. It also means that views are restricted and sometimes flights are cancelled. Travel to Vietnam and on mud and laterite roads is difficult and sometimes is impossible, this is the same in Northern regions of Laos as well by june and july; transport will be slower and may case altogether in some parts. It is also impossible to do any outdoor activities in june and july because of the rain. However, the area is at its most beautiful then. Travel in the south and Mekong delta can be difficult at the height of the monsoon, particularly during the September, October and November. The central regions and north of Vietnam sometimes suffer tropical storms from May to November. Hue is at its wettest from September to January.

Tet Holiday: The Vietnamese new year, this can be good or bad time to visit the country. This movable feast usually falls between late January and March and lasts for about fortnight. It is the only holiday most Vietnamese get in the year so popular destinations are packed. Vietnam vacation packages during the Tet holiday must be booked well in a head of time to avoid the fully booked services for hotels, resorts and train or air tickets. Problem also occurs during the Khmer New Year in Cambodia and Pi Mai in Laos, when public transport is full and hotels booked our in popular places.

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South East of Asia and particularly the Indochina peninsula host popular destinations that has anything from luxury spa, resorts, glorious history, cultural mere, food and cuisines for any kind of traveling from young adults on the backpacker trail, honeymooners and families with children. Vietnam is world renowned for its natural wonders and unique beauties that mixed up with the classic and modern prospective and makes it a special place for anyone, the lively and absolutely nightlife which can be found in Hanoi or other major cities, in the other hand it’s a family friendly destination in Asia that is famous for its child friendly activities in every cities and beach such as Nha Trang, a well renowned holiday gateway that is popular for both local Vietnamese as well as the western travelers.

One popular island is Nha Trang, while this is a popular choice for travelers and honeymooners seeking relaxation and luxury treatment, it also attracts families with kids. An hour and 45 minutes from Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, or just 45 minute from Ho Chi Minh City by plane, this island is located in Khanh Hoa province on the south and central coastlines of Vietnam. A variety of water sports and activities are available which is suitable for all ages, from teenagers who may enjoy snorkeling, kayaking and rafting, to older ones who can paddle in the calm and crystal clear waters. Fishing and cycling off the main beach of Nha Trang are also among the most popular activities that could be arranged with the prior plan. Your holiday to Vietnam could contain many of the luxury beach resorts are self-contained for a family vacation, villa accommodation may offer many other services including cooking facilities, privacy and flexibility that are usually not offered when stay in hotels.

To ensure a worry free family holiday in Vietnam and Nha Trang, it is wise to plan ahead and pack efficiently, especially if you are travelling with younger children. Packing can be one of the biggest chores of organizing a beach vacation: from taking the right amount of clothing and essentials and deciding which of your favorite things to take, to making sure your luggage is adequate. Deciding what to pack is vital for children and for family holidays in Nha Trang.

Try to make a list of what to pack for your Vietnam luxury vacation; you know this is a tropical country with a variety of different climate from city to city. The weather in Nha Trang is tropical and always warm, so, try to pack the casual dress, lightweight t-shirts works the best to keep you cool in the humid weather. However, feel free to pack the essential as there is charters flight directly to the Nha Trang airport.

Upon arrival to Nha Trang you will need to accommodate your family in order to get freshen up after a long flight from your home land to Vietnam, it is absolutely advised to book your accommodation well in a head of time, there are variety of Vietnam vacation packages offering a value beach holidays with reasonably deals that may need your interest, make sure what is whether the offer is all inclusive or just covering the accommodation plus some small activities, however, if you book in advance, you will get a huge discount even cheaper than the usual rack rate.

To travel to Vietnam you will required to have your Vietnam visa in advance, there is two method to obtain for one; either refer to Embassy of Vietnam and submit your application and follow the usual process to get your visa done, or, apply online for an approval letter, this way saves you time and cost rather than embassy chase off, read more about Vietnam visa on arrival.

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What kind of transportation you have when on Laos Tours and Travel packages

There are few different types of transportations in Laos, including Taxis, Tuk-Tuks which are the local forms of the transportations. If you intend to have a night bus trip you advised to take a sleeping bus as they provide you with a bed kind of seat which allow you to sleep and stretched your legs. Flying is the best and most advised transportation from Vientiane, the capital to the UNESCO heritage city of Luang Prabang while the bus trip in the same direction take about 12 hours. Also, currently there is no train and the railway connections in Laos.

Boat travel in Laos

It is possible to take riverboats up and down the mighty Mekong river as well as its main tributaries. Boats stop at Luang Prabang, Pak Beng, Houei Xai, around Don Deth, Don Khong and other smaller towns and villages. Apart from the main route, Houei Xai to Luang Prabang, there are othern no scheduled services and departures may be limited during the dry season. Take foods and drinks and expect somewhat crowded conditions aboard. The most common riverboats are hua houa leim,w ith no decks, the hold being enclosed by side panels and a flat roof. Speedboats also chart some routes, but are very dangerous and never enjoyable. Your river cruise must be included your Laos travel and tour packages

Where to Stay in Laos?

Rooms in Laos are rarely luxurious and standards vary enormously. You an end up paying double what would you pay in Bangkok for the similar facilities and services. However, the hotel industry is expanding rapidly and now on there is a reasonable choice of hotels of different standards and prices in Vientiane, Luang Prabang and Pakse ( the 4000 Island) and an expanding number of budget options in many towns on the fast developing tourist trail. First-class hotels and accommodations are mainly in Vientiane and the Luang Prabang. The majority of Guest houses and hotels has fans and attached bathrooms, although more and more are now providing Air conditioning where there is stable electricity supply, while others are installing their own generators to cater for the needs of the growing tourist trade.

Best activates to add to your Laos Travel and tour packages

Take an excursion to visit the ancient archaeological treasure at Plain of Jars
Kayaking and or Tubing down the Nam Song River in Vang Vieng
Try the chaotic local public bus for the 100% Laos’s experience
Shopping your handicrafts at the Luang Prabang’s night market
Try Laos authentic dishes, they are something between Thai foods with Chinese influences
Explore waterfalls and rainforests of the Boloven plateau.

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I. Why go for an all-inclusive tour package?

There are several ways to travel, all of which require your care in at least a few aspects. If you can’t bear your inclination to travel to Cambodia but don’t want to invest much brain on planning the trip, an all-inclusive package is the best option you can think of.

So, what does an all-inclusive tour package really mean?

Simply speaking, an all-inclusive package means everything during your trip is included in the tour that the operator offers. All the expenses will be paid up in advance. You will be fully equipped with accommodations, transfers, meals, tour guide, sightseeing tickets, and all other services during the tour. In other words, you will not need to worry about anything or have to arrange anything on your own, except booking the tour.

How about its benefits? Let’s see.

1. All-inclusive Cambodia tour package makes you worry-free

First, a fully-inclusive tour is stress-free. When you pay for an all-inclusive package, you will not need to care more about the included fees. Travelers will no longer need to hunt for a cheap flight ticket or a hot hotel deal. Also, there is no need to spend hours searching on TripAdvisor to find a good restaurant in Siem Reap or planning activities for days of travel. The tour operator has taken care of everything. Your job is, hence, just to pay for the tour, to pack your luggage, and to go enjoying your vacation.

2. All-inclusive tour package saves you money and time

Combining all the services in one package would definitely be cheaper than booking things separately. Competition among tour operators is fierce and every agency tries to offer the best services at the nicest rates. They often get better deals from the suppliers, like hotels and transfer agents; hence, they could quote you a nicer price than what you might need to pay when booking on your own. If you are lucky, you can even win the flash sales or last-minute deals from them, also.

In terms of time, a travel agent knows how to design an itinerary that won’t leave too much extra time between the activities. Furthermore, the time you need to spend on planning the trip is minimized, too.

3. You are guaranteed with better services

When designing a trip yourself, the high possibility is what you get won’t meet up your initial expectations. Because you do not have much experience in arranging trips and do not know the places well, the likelihood of getting cheated or overcharged is quite high. The worst case is, it might cost you a fortune for a thing that is not worth it.

On the contrary, this thing will not happen if you book an all-inclusive Cambodia tour with a reliable operator. They are experienced and they know what is good, what is bad. In other words, they can definitely arrange your trip better than you do.

What’s more, travelers might get the chance to enjoy the top-notch services at an affordable rate. How about immersing yourself in the quietness of the less-visited corners? Or rejuvenating in a lavish spa at a first-class hotel? Believe it or not, if you choose the right all-inclusive tour, you can experience all these things without being in the red.

II. How to book all-inclusive Cambodia tour and travel packages

A fully inclusive tour is beneficial, isn’t it? If you are about to pay a visit to Cambodia, don’t hesitate to invest in an all-inclusive Cambodia tour package to get served with the best services in a mind-free way.

How to find and book a good tour? Here’s our guide.

1. Determine your purpose of traveling

The very first thing to do is to determine the type of travel you are going to take. Do you want to have a leisure trip to ease your mind and relax? Or an adventure tour when you can take part in several intrepid activities? Or a culture trip to get lost in the sacred world of the ancient temples? The purpose of your trip must be clear so that you could brainstorm where to head to. For example, the untouched coastline in Southern Cambodia would be ideal for a luxury leisure stay, while Siem Reap with its famous Angkor would be the best place for a culture tour. For adventurous travelers wanting to challenge nature, the mountains in the West are where you should go to.

2. Decide the length of your Cambodia tour

Next, how long would you stay in Cambodia? Depending on the free time you will be able to arrange, the destinations and the schedules would be different. Some people can spend up to weeks for their Cambodia tour, while some others only have less than a week to travel. If you have more time, you can visit more destinations. Also, the time spent on each place would obviously be longer and much unhurried.

3. Contact a reliable Cambodia tour operator

Now that you have determined the type of tour and the length of your trip, contact a trustworthy tour organizer to have your vacation planned. Finding a reliable agency is exceptionally important as it would decide how successful your trip will be.

If you don’t know where to start, consider Lux Travel DMC. Having organized tours to Cambodia for more than 15 years, they understand well this country and have a good relationship with the local hotel and tour providers, thus ensuring a great trip.

Specify your requirements with the travel consultant. Mention with them about the date of traveling, transportation, accommodation, foods, and places you want to experience while in Cambodia so that he/she could help you draw the best travel plan.

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III. Why Cambodia?

1. A holy religious land that roots in Buddhism and Hinduism

The biggest appeal that makes Cambodia a one-of-a-kind destination in Southeast Asia is its richness in religion. The country is proud to be the home to the world wonder Angkor Wat. This is a huge complex of temples and wats that have been survived for more than tens of centuries. Initially dedicated to Hinduism, this massive religious land later served Buddhism and became the largest temple complex in the world. Buddhism is now the official religion of this nation.

Besides its significant cultural value, Angkor Complex also possesses state-of-the-art sculptural works that represent the superior civilization of the Khmer Empire in the past. The architectural style of Angkor is the harmonizing blend of Hinduism, Buddhism, and the indigenous Khmer cultures.

Thanks to its undeniable significance, Angkor Wat appears in the national flag of Cambodia and is a must-stop for any Cambodian tours.

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2. Heart-breaking history (Khmer Rouge in the 20th century)

During the 20th century, similar to other Indochinese countries, Cambodia went through its darkest days. Several wars took place in this land and entailed a huge loss to the nation. Among them stands out the Khmer Rouge regime (1975 – 1979) – one of the most brutal genocides in the world. This genocide did murder millions of Cambodian people, both involved or not involved in this civil war.

Even though controversies about the cause and the hidden hand behind this civil war are still unresolved, it is undeniable that the Khmer Rouge destroyed the whole nation. It has turned a strong Empire to just a developing third-world country where lots of people have been living in poverty with their broken hearts.

Taking an all-inclusive Cambodia tour, don’t forget to pay a visit to the Killing Fields – the massive graves where thousands of Khmer people were buried to learn more about this fragile history of this country. Seeing the way the locals were tortured and killed, you definitely can’t help sympathize with them.

3. Untouched natural beauty with soaring mountains and less-known beaches

Culture and history are not the only attraction of this nation. Less-known as their natural landscapes might be, these natural heritages would make you stand in awe when seeing them.

Not as crowded as the famous beaches in Thailand or Vietnam, the southwestern Cambodian coastline holds a quieter appeal. The forgotten beaches and islands of this country are stunning with palm-fringed sugary sandbanks and turquoise water, which are exceptionally ideal for a luxury beach escape. Coming to places like Koh Rong Samloem or Song Saa Private Island, you will be able to ease your mind by immersing with the wild nature while unconsciously blowing all the stress and fatigue of life away.

The West of the country, in contrast, is home to the soaring mountains that look like sleeping giants. Here there are lush jungles, screaming waterfalls, formidable rivers, rare and endangered wild animals, and even more. If you are intrepid travelers seeking adventurous experiences, come there. You can go trekking, go water rafting, etc. amidst the wild nature when taking all-inclusive Cambodia tour packages. There might be chances to meet the wild Asian Elephants, also. Some must-see destinations are Mondulkiri, Phnom Kulen National Park, Ratanakiri, and Cardamon Mountain.

4. Rich culture

Apart from the long-lasting history and the unspoiled nature, rich cultural value is another huge appeal of Cambodia that people can’t help falling in love. The country possesses several cultural heritages that represent its glorious past. From the architecture of the Angkor ruins, the Apsara dance to Cambodian traditional music & folklore and the cultural spectacles, there are plenty of opportunities when tourists can get an exposure to the native culture of the local Khmer people.

The culinary culture, which is the cluster of Indian, Thai, Vietnam, and the local cuisine, is worth trying, also.

5. Welcoming locals

The Cambodian people are perhaps the kindest you have ever met in your life. The local Khmer residents take pride in their glorious past and their overwhelming recovery after the war.

Also, statistics show that more than 97% of the Cambodian population follows Theravada Buddhism, thus they tend to be super nice, generous, and hospitable. Arriving in its national border, you will be welcomed with the abundance of rousing welcomes and dazzling smiles.

You can feel the hospitability in every Cambodian person you come across, from the tuk-tuk driver, the hotel staff, the tour guide, to the unknown locals passing by on the streets.

6. Accessibility to neighbor countries

The Khmer land is a great base for an overland discovery of its neighbor countries: Vietnam, Laos, and Thailand. You can travel from one country to another easily by plane or by road. Thanks to its easy accessibility, travelers tend to combine the famous destinations in the adjacent countries to their Cambodia tour packages to diverse their experiences.

For example, you might book a tour package that includes visits to Siem Reap, Hanoi, Saigon, Vieng Chan, etc. The travel agents know how to combine the itinerary, so just book an all-inclusive tour and they will take care of all.

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IV. About Lux Travel DMC

For an all-inclusive Southeast Asian tour package, Lux Travel DMC is one of the most reliable tour operators to lay your trust on. The company has worked in the tourism industry for more than 15 years, dedicating all their enthusiasm in providing travelers with the best tours ever.

Lux Travel DMC concentrates on organizing luxury vacations to Asian countries, namely Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Myanmar. Having served thousands of clients, Lux Travel DMC takes pride in being a leading luxury tour operator in Vietnam in particular and Asia in general.  Lux Travel DMC has proudly won several Certificates of Excellence by TripAdvisor and the nominee of many World Travel Awards.

Regarding tours to Cambodia, we cater the trip to your needs. We provide tailor-made tours based on your special requirements so as to offer you the best traveling experiences. If you are about to book an all-inclusive Cambodia tour package to have a worry-free trip, let Lux Travel DMC accompany you. Believe in us, and enjoy your holiday.

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Here are just some of the fun and authentic family experiences available when on Vietnam and Cambodia tour packages

Vietnam

Known for its beaches, rivers, Buddhist pagodas and bustling cities, Vietnam is a country of breathtaking natural beauty with an incredible cultural heritage. Make the most of its exotic nature and go swimming and kayaking in Halong Bay, known for its emerald water and thousands of towering limestone islands, topped with rainforest. For a more demanding experience, try caving in Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you will dive into water holes, balance on bamboo bridges and scramble over rocks. Head into Cát Tiên National Park and visit the wildlife sanctuaries, which take care of gibbons, bears and endangered Siamese crocodiles.

Vietnam and Cambodia tour Packages which includes visiting Vietnam and the Cambodia in a cruise through the spectacular Halong Bay, Hue, south Vietnam such as Ho chi minh city and the Mekong delta and way to siem reap and the Angkor wat temples, the trip costs from US$ 6,332 for two weeks Vietnam and Cambodia tour packages. Tour includes domestic flights, boat trips and 13 night deluxe accommodations.

Cambodia

With its orange-robed monks, hidden Khmer temples, lush rice paddies and delicious coconut curries, Cambodia is a small country with a big soul. Follow in the steps of Lara Croft, and explore Ta Prohm, a jungle-clad Angkor wat temples in Siem reap, which featured in the 2001 action film, Tomb Raider. Walk with elephants at the Mondulkiri Project, opened in 2013 to protect wild animals from poachers and the forests from logging. Vietnam and Cambodia tour packages to the supremely mellow riverside town of Kratie, to experience some of the best Mekong sunsets in Cambodia – and perhaps catch a glimpse of the rare Irrawaddy dolphin, too.

With a carefully designed tour packages Cambodia, where families can explore the remarkable temples of Angkor and explore the cruising in Tonle Sap River with private dining with Khmer music and culture performances. In Addition, there are many other activities that could be arranged and planned for all the members of family, for example when in Ho Chi Minh City your kids could enjoy the water park with a lot of exciting water games, Or taking a trip that allow you to cruise the Mekong delta and cross into Cambodian side.

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Since 2013 the number of group travel packages to Vietnam increased by 60 per-cent that would be smart enough to tell you about the ways you could enhance your experience for you to have an exceptional first group travel experience in the region.

No worry about the language barrier when traveling with groups

Perhaps one of the main difficulties is to be able to verbally deal with the locals. Therefore, you need to make sure you speak their language, or vice-versa, but traveling with groups need an arrangement then your local tour operator will company the group and your guide will be your assistance by request.

Reduce your budget while traveling with group

When planning a group trip, you have to think thoroughly about the budget you want to allocate to it. Not too big and not too small because we travel to have some fun and relaxation as well. Keeping track of your budget limit and your possibilities is hugely important to ensure you don’t have a bad first group travel to Vietnam. Also, don’t forget to read something useful about Vietnam to have a positive image from a country insight.

Accommodation plan

Hotels, resorts and home-stays are dotted all around Vietnam. But again, so make sure to get the best advises from your tour organizer to book the best accommodation well in a head of time. Boutique hostels are the most common and popular type of accommodation in Vietnam.

Where to go and what to see?

As discussed above, traveling with group need a well arranged plan to arrange every moment and day of your trip thoroughly, inexperienced travelers have a great opportunity to visit attractions without hassle while the world wide travelers need to visit those places that not might be included to any Vietnam packages tours. So, a good plan will certainly bring a positive emotions simply because they don’t know where to go, what to see and what to eat.

Travel insurance

Apply for the travel insurance, make sure whether the local health insurances apply for Vietnam or not. Therefore, if you plan to visit a distant place for a longer period of time (not in a group) you should definitely think of getting yourself a health insurance that will meet your liking and your particular needs. Go over the companies that offer travel insurances in your country, and apply for the insurance that satisfies you the most.

Activities to do after daily sightseeing?

No need to stick to your group all the time, usually tours will end up at 5 or 6 pm every day, and then you have time to explore and do a bit of nightlife, or perhaps meet locals and start a conversation with.

Keep in touch with your family and friends

Given that you’re traveling with a group of friends or strangers, but your beloved or family may be worried for your safety (Vietnam is very safe in general). And the correct thing would be for you to stay in touch with them from time to time. They as well as your friends will probably want to hear about your impressions, see photos of you and so on.

Let your family and friends know your itinerary

Pretty much doggy for some peoples, but all is for your own safety, you have to make sure your family and friends know where you’re traveling to and inform them about the places you want to visit. This way you will stay safe and they won’t worry that much.

Keep your travel documents safe

It doesn’t matter where you’re heading, you have to ensure your documents are placed somewhere safe. All hotels provide safe box and you can store your passport and valuable things in there.

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Following 12 Days Cambodia tours and travel packages with the suggested itinerary to visit: Phnom Penh, Takeo, Kong Pong Thom, Kong Ponh Cham, Siem reap and Angkor wat temples and the Sihanoukville.

Summary of what will you get in the 12 days tours?

Phnom Penh will be your arrival point where you will be discovering the fine rich attractions of the capital city, your journey will continue to Siem rep where you visit the Angkor wat which is marked as the largest religious structure in the world. This is the biggest part of your trip as you will learn about the culture and the tradition of this ever enchanting land, finally, your exploration will come to an end in Sihanoukville where you have time to relax on the crystal clear beaches with several optional activities such as diving and snorkeling.

Day 1: Arrival Phnom Penh (Welcome Dinner)

Upon arrival in Phnom Penh, you will be welcomed and accompanied to your hotel. With time permitting, there will be a tour of the city which will include the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda, the National Museum and Wat Phnom Pagoda. The Silver Pagoda (also known as the Pagoda of the Emerald Buddha) is named after the statue housed therein and which was created by King Norodom in 1892. The floor is comprised of more than 5,000 silver blocks, weighing a total of 6 tons. The National Museum was built in the Khmer style in the 1920’s and has an extensive collection of Khmer art. The highlight of the exhibit is a 6th Century bronze figure of the Hindu god Vishnu. This evening your guide will take you to dine at one of the city’s fine restaurants. Overnight in Phnom Penh

Day 2: Phnom Penh (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)

Following breakfast, you will depart for Tonle Bati and visit the Ta Prhom and Yeay Peau temples. From here you will proceed to Ta Keo, where you will board our boat and head to Phnom Da, stopping along the way to explore caves with shrines carved into the walls. Other places of interest will include the pre-Angkorian Phnom Da temple, the ancient capital of Angkor Borei and Phnom Chisor Mountain, which offers a spectacular view over the surrounding plains. You will return to Phnom Penh by late afternoon/early evening. Overnight in Phom Penh

Day 3: Phnom Penh – Kompong Cham (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)

Your morning tour will include visits to the “Killing Fields”, Toul Sleng and the Russian Market, all of which will provide you with a deeper understanding of Cambodia are past and present. The Tuol Sleng Museum (or Museum of Genocide) is a testament to the country’s bloody past. Until 1975 this building was a high school, but then it became the Khmer Rouge’s main torture and interrogation centre, gaining the moniker “S-21”. It was from here that victims were chosen to be taken and executed in what is now known as the Killing Fields.

You will then take a trip to Kompong Cham by private van. Kompong Cham has plenty of interesting sights, some of which are old colonial buildings, as well as sites such as Nokor Bachey. Nokor Bachey Temple was built in the middle of the 11th Century, during the reign of Suryayarman II and King Ouphey. This old colonial town is rich with agricultural products like rubber trees, cashews, maize, beans and more. You will spend the night in Kompong Cham.

Day 4: Kompong Cham – Kompong Thom (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)

Today you will explore Kompong Cham City, including its colonial buildings, ancient temples, rubber plantations and more. In the late afternoon, you will depart to Kompong Thom where you will be free to relax at your hotel, before exploring Stoeng Sen. With its wide array of fascinating cultural sights and attractions, Stoeng Sen will not cease to amaze you. You will have a great time, as Kompong Thom is blessed with lively restaurants, interesting shopping areas and stunning attractions. You will stay overnight at Sambo Village in Kampong Thom . (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)

Day 5: Kompong Thom – Siem Reap (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)

Cambodia tours and travel packages in 12 days will continue today and you will have an early morning start as you drive to the archeological site of Sambor Prei Kuk, which is dotted with hundreds of pre-angkor style temples. The road conditions can be difficult, but the spectacular scenery of this ancient ruin (with a mixture of temples and forest) makes the trip worthwhile. You will travel by road to Siem Reap and the ancient city Angkor, which was the capital of the powerful Khmer Empire from 802 AD to 1250 AD. This stunning and extensive site sprawls through the dense jungle, encompassing an area of over 60 square miles. You will stay overnight in Siem Reap.

Day 6: Golden Age (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)

Note: This itinerary has a visitation plan which has been carefully structured so that (with a few exceptions) you can visit many of the famous Angkor sites in the historic order in which they were built during the Golden Age of Angkor – from 800AD to 1250AD.

The Golden Age tour will start with a visit east of Siem Reap, to the site of the ancient capital of Rolous. You will visit Preah Ko, Bakong and Lolei, where you will learn about Angkor history from 800AD to 900AD.You will then visit Phnom Bakheng to enjoy the sunset at this amazing hilltop temple, the first major temple of its kind to be constructed in this area (893 AD).
You will then return to the hotel to freshen up before heading out to enjoy a welcome dinner at one of Siem Reap’s restaurants later in the evening.

Day 7: Golden Age (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)

“The return of Angkor as Capital – 950 to 1000 AD” After an early breakfast, you will meet your guide to drive out through the countryside to visit Preah Rup and East Mebon, en route to the stunningly exquisite Banteay Srey, all of which were constructed between 950 and 1000 AD. From the road, your guide will point out the Kulen Mountains in the distance, where sandstone was quarried hundreds of years ago. You will then return to Siem Reap where you can rest and then enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

“The Flowering of Angkor Civilization – 1000 to 1150 AD”, After lunch, you will pay a short visit to the vast West Baray and then drive out to Angkor Wat in the afternoon. The guide will allow 2 to 3 hours for a guided tour of the vast shaded Angkor Wat galleries. You will be given free time to explore the upper levels of the Angkor Wat Temple. You will return to Siem Reap late in the afternoon and then go out to dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 8: Golden Age (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)

“Angkor Civilization Under Threat – 1150 to 1200 AD”, You will depart in the morning and visit one of the Angkor Visitor Centers to learn of the recent reconstruction and preservation projects. You will then visit one of the Angkor region’s most fascinating ruins, Ta Prohm. This is a ruin that was once totally enshrouded by jungle, and still stands in the shade of tall jungle cover.After Ta Prohm, you will head off to explore Banteay Kdei and the neighbouring lake of Sras Srang (or “King’s Bath”) before returning to Siem Reap for lunch and a short rest.

“The Waning Angkor Civilization – 1200 to 1250 AD”, Returning to the Angkor Complex, you will drive out to visit distant Ta Som and NeakPean, before entering the walls of Angkor Thom from the northern gate to visit Bayon and the terraces. A number of other sites will also be visited in Angkor Thom from earlier periods in Angkorian history, such as Baphuon (1060 AD) and Phimeanakas (950 – 1050 AD). You will then return to Siem Reap to freshen up at the hotel before enjoying dinner and a cultural performance.

Day 9: From Angkor to the Beach (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)

You will have free time to explore Siem Reap and perhaps visit the French training workshop (“Artisan D’Angkor”), the old central market (Psah Chas), arts & craft shops, and cafes. You may choose to rent a bicycle, hire a motorbike or even book a helicopter flight over the ruins!

You will later check out and meet with the guide who will transfer you to the airport for a 70 minute flight to Sihanoukville for a three night stay for rest and relaxation.

Notes: Cambodia Angkor Air has flights between Siem Reap and sunny SihanoukVille, Cambodia 3 times a week (every Monday, Wednesday and Friday).

Day 10 – Free time on the beach (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)

Sihanoukville (Cambodia’s premier island and beach resort) is located just 30 minutes by speed boat from Song Saa Private Island, and offers you a unique private island experience in the gulf of Thailand. The town of Sihanoukville is surrounded on 3 sides by the Bay of Thailand. From the beaches and surrounding hills, many of the country’s small islands can be seen. Many of the beaches are filled with grass hut restaurants and bars, while some of the beaches are rocky and others are wonderful sandy stretches.

There are day trips to beaches, villages and islands from Sihanoukville. The fishing village at Stung Hauv, Kbal Chay Waterfalls, Ream National Park, can all be visited by making arrangements with your hotel concierge. You can even travel to the coastal towns of Kampot, Kep and Bokor Mountain, which are just 2 hours away by car.

Day 11: Free time on the beach (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)

You will have breakfast at your hotel and enjoy your day as you wish. Many vacation activities around town are related to the beaches. Swimming, sunning, trips to the islands, fishing, and snorkeling are all popular. Within town, there are many themed restaurants and bars owned by people from all over the world. Buddhist temples, mountain biking, dirt biking, walking around downtown, shopping, and seeing Cambodian culture are also popular activities. Not to mention scuba diving!
As to night life, many beach restaurants stay open until the last customer leaves. Restaurants with French, Japanese, Italian, Indian and many other cuisines come to life, and some bars and the casinos are open 24 hours a day.

Day 12: Departure (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)

You will be free until you are transferred to the Phnom Penh Airport for your departing flight, which will take about 4 hours to reach.

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Vietnam is one of the beautiful countries with a fascinating culture and history located in the heart of the Indochina peninsula bordering with Cambodia, Laos and China and is also one of the places where you could spend your gap year vacation. Vietnam host a hundreds of attractions, natural wonders and cultural festivals year round that you could visit. There are also a lot of new and exciting activities that you could expect to do while spending your gap year vacation in Vietnam. If you are interested in spending your gap year holidays in Vietnam, there are several ways on how you could do it:

Trekking and home-stay in Sapa

Traveling up north to Sapa and the highlands of northern Vietnam is one of the most popular things that one could expect when on vacation to Vietnam. And you can try it if you spend your gap year holiday in Vietnam. There are various trails for trekking and each route offers its own special home-stay that give you a very good chance to get directly to the heart of the local ethnic minorities, when in there, try to help the younger locals that are very keen to learn and speak English, support the community to buy as little as possible from their special handicrafts and local textile and so on. The best way to get to Sapa is to get on board the night train from Hanoi to Lao Cai where you will get to the Sapa via a 45 minute bus drive, when in Sapa you can decide where to go and which hamlet is your home-stay and trekking route. However, you must not to forget to explore the bustling but colorful Sunday markets when in Sapa.

Explore Hanoi’s bustling weekend markets

Whole Vietnam is known for its street markets where you could buy almost all sorts of things from street foods, accessories, apparels, and many other things from the sellers with a good price, Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam has its own night markets which is held on the Friday night, Saturday and Sunday in the streets of the old quarter. The night market is set up at night from 6 pm to the late night; bargain is possible through almost anything you buy.

Explore central Vietnam – Hue and Hoi An and Da Nang

History buff will love the central Vietnam. Hue, Hoi An and Da Nang are the gems of the central part of the Vietnam. Hue represents the Imperial citadel of the country dating back to the early 18th century when Nguyen Anh took control of Vietnam and call himself Emperor Gia Long. The imperial city is an amazing example of Vietnam’s historical fortress and citadel that has an strong influence from the Chinese empire in terms of structure in general.

Hoi An: This ancient and historical city that has been recognized by UNESCO as a heritage city has been in the center of attention since centuries as it was here that Japanese, Chinese and European traders have made their way for the trading through the Hoi An port. Nowadays, Hoi An is an important and beautiful city for anyone who is visiting the country, almost all of the Vietnam vacation packages are include Hoi An as part of their Vietnam exploration. One of the best activities to do while in the city is to explore the morning fish market as well as the participating in one of the many cooking classes in order to get familiar with the central Vietnam’s cuisine.

Da Nang: This coastal city represents the series of beautiful beaches that has been stretches in central Vietnam. Da Nang city also have few important sites to see, but more than sightseeing the beach lovers and holiday makers will go to this city to spend a quality time with their beloved and or family. There are few world-class and luxury beach resorts each offers amazing stay for your holiday to Vietnam.

Try extreme activities in Halong Bay

In addition to visit the popular tourist attractions in country, there are places located all around the country that makes your gap year holiday a special and memorable one. Try Halong Bay and experience one of the natural wonders of world. The bay is dotted with the natural limestone karst that makes it a beautiful and amazing place to discover. The best way to get to there is to take a luxury Halong Bay tours. There are some extreme activities when in the Bay such as Kayaking, boat trip through the floating villages, fishing from the cruise deck, rock climbing and explore the amazing grottoes. Halong Bay trips starts from Hanoi and ends in Hanoi too.

Vietnamese foods are very special, try them!

You explore the country and learn enough about what to do and where to go, your gap year holiday to Vietnam will allow you to learn from the country’s culture, foods and so on. However, as part of your itinerary in Vietnam should be to sample this country’s traditional cuisine such as the national food as “Pho Bo“ and others food like “Bun Cha” and “Cha Ca”

If you are interested in Vietnamese cuisine you may try to learn how to prepare the recipes and cook them by yourself, in Hanoi, Hoi An and Hue as well as Ho Chi Minh City there are several cooking school that allow you to register and learn to cook your favorite food in Vietnam.

These activities are just some of the possible highlights of your holiday to Vietnam. However, there are many other things that you can add to your gap year vacation including exploring the country’s white sand beaches from the Nha Trang to the Con Dao Island, learning more of their culture, participating in year round festivals and many other exciting things when in Vietnam.

Exploring Vietnam can be one of the best experiences you can have. This country has a lot to offer from its beautiful beaches, lush green mountains vibrant night life, classic Vietnamese music festivals, lively cities, rich culture and delicious cuisines that are vary from each city.

Planning your Gap Year Holiday to Vietnam

Exploring Thailand can be difficult to do on your own planning. There are nice places to visit when in Vietnam which are only known to locals or those who frequently visit Vietnam. If you like to have a fully guided and comprehensive Vietnam vacation packages beside your gap year plan and experience these places, it would be good to book your gap year holidays in Vietnam with a reputable agency such as Lux Travel DMC. Some of these agencies have travel packages for those who would be spending their gap year in the country.

Conclusion

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Hamid, as the writer of this article wants you to get to know the different aspects of Vietnam while you do your gap year holiday to Vietnam. If you have more questions regarding Vietnam and other covered destination, then do not hesitate to check our official site.

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