Timeless Wonders Of
Vietnam & Cambodia 13 Days

Upon arrival at Hanoi's Noi Bai International Airport, you will be greeted by your guide and transferred to your hotel. As Vietnam's capital, Hanoi celebrated its 1,000th anniversary in 2010. With a historical emphasis on the arts and learning, buildings in Hanoi are designed to remain small, simple, and in harmony with nature. You will have the afternoon at your leisure before an evening welcome dinner at a local restaurant and an overnight stay in Hanoi.

Today, you will visit Ho Chi Minh’s Complex, which includes the mausoleum of the nation’s revered leader. Here, large crowds gather to pay their respects to "Uncle Ho," who dedicated his life to the country's independence. Also within the complex are the Presidential Palace and Ho Chi Minh’s simple wooden stilt house. A highlight of the visit is the One Pillar Pagoda, an iconic 11th-century temple.

Next, explore the Temple of Literature, home to Vietnam’s first university and dedicated to Confucius. Within its peaceful grounds, stone steles mounted on the backs of turtles—symbols of longevity in Vietnamese culture—commemorate scholars who passed imperial examinations.

Continue to the Museum of Ethnology, where you will gain insight into Vietnam’s diverse ethnic groups, cultural heritage, and traditional customs.

In the afternoon, enjoy a 45-minute cyclo tour through Hanoi’s Old Quarter and around Hoan Kiem Lake, offering a glimpse into the city’s vibrant street life and colonial architecture.

Conclude your day with a traditional water puppet show, a unique art form that originated in northern Vietnam. Overnight in Hanoi.

Note: The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays. Most museums are also closed on Mondays. Alternative visits will be arranged for those days.

After pick-up from your hotel, you will depart Hanoi by private car or van at 8:30 a.m., arriving at the jetty around 12:30 p.m. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed aboard and begin your cruise through the stunning bay as lunch is served. As the cruise sets sail, you will pass through a magical seascape where thousands of limestone islands rise dramatically from the emerald waters—often described as resembling dragons’ teeth. After lunch, enjoy a short trek to a nearby summit for panoramic views of the bay dotted with golden sails, followed by time to swim at a quiet beach or relax on the sundeck. In the late afternoon, you will visit a traditional fishing village with the chance to interact with local fishermen who have lived in the bay for nearly three generations. Back on board, sip cocktails while watching the sunset before enjoying a relaxing dinner. Overnight on board a deluxe cruise.

Greet the day with a morning Tai Chi session, offering a peaceful moment to watch the sunrise over the bay. After breakfast, visit a stunning limestone grotto before returning to the boat for a final cruise through Halong Bay’s majestic scenery.

Check-out is at 11:45 a.m., and the boat will arrive at the harbor by noon. From there, you will be transferred to Hanoi Railway Station for the overnight train to Hue.

After breakfast at your hotel, set off for a romantic cruise on the Perfume River. As the ancient capital, Hue is surrounded by the tombs of past emperors, and a visit to some of these tombs is included in today’s itinerary.

The first stop of the day is Thien Mu Pagoda, a charming and historic site considered the unofficial symbol of Hue and the center of Buddhism in Central Vietnam. Afterward, you will rejoin your car and drive to Khai Dinh’s Tomb. In the afternoon, embark on a tour of Hue’s Imperial City, including the Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City. Next, visit Dong Ba Market, Hue’s largest and oldest market. Located along the northern bank of the Perfume River, Dong Ba Market offers an excellent opportunity to learn about local culture and daily life in Hue. You will then be returned to your hotel in Hue.

You will leave Hue for Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage-recognized city. On the way, you will stop in Da Nang to visit the Cham Museum and the handicraft villages at the foot of Marble Mountain. Once you arrive in Hoi An, you will check into your hotel.

In the afternoon, take a walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town. Explore the charming Old Quarter, visit Chua Ong Pagoda, the Chinese Assembly Halls, the 200-year-old Tam Ky Ancestral House, and the iconic Japanese Bridge. You will also have time to shop in the town’s lively markets.

Hoi An is famous for its custom tailoring, and you’ll have the opportunity to experience this unique craft firsthand. The town’s skilled tailors can create high-quality, bespoke clothing in a short amount of time.

Overnight in Hoi An.

From 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM, you will be picked up at your hotel lobby and transferred to Vong Nhi Village by E-car. Upon arrival, you will receive bikes and begin cycling through the village (approximately 6 km). Along the way, enjoy stunning views of the peaceful countryside, including the lush green water coconut forest, prawn and red snapper farms, and the rustic beauty of rice fields.

Arriving at Thanh Dong Organic Farm, a 10,000 sqm garden supporting 10 local families, you will take a short stroll through the vegetable garden while learning the inspiring story of the farmers who have adopted organic farming methods.

Next, join the farmers for hands-on gardening activities such as preparing and applying organic manure, raking the soil, sowing herb seeds, watering plants, and picking vegetables.

Afterward, leave the farm for a basket boat ride along the Do River to The Field Restaurant, where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery and observe the fishing life of the local villagers along the way.

Before returning to the hotel, participate in a brief cooking class and savor a traditional Vietnamese family-style lunch or dinner

After leaving Hoi An, you will drive to Da Nang Airport for your one-hour flight to Ho Chi Minh City (also known as Saigon). Upon arrival, you will be transferred directly to your centrally located hotel.

In the afternoon, enjoy a city tour of Saigon, visiting Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Post Office, the War Remnants Museum, and the bustling Ben Thanh Market.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

After breakfast at your hotel, you will drive to Cai Be. Upon arrival, visit a local workshop where you will learn how rice paper, coconut products, and pop-rice are made. Enjoy some local sweets paired with hot tea.

Next, take a rowing boat to explore the smaller canals, where you can enjoy the peaceful countryside atmosphere. Visit a local garden and enjoy fresh fruit and tea while listening to traditional music.

After lunch, continue to Tan Phong Island, where you will bike along village paths to experience local daily life, including orchards, schools, churches, pagodas, and traditional houses. Along the way, make stops to see local crafts such as rice-net weaving for spring rolls, coconut-leaf weaving for cottage roofs, and the art of crafting products from dried water hyacinth, including baskets, bags, hats, wallets, and shoes.

Return to your boat to cross the Mekong River, one of the longest rivers in the world, before being transferred back to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

Start the day by visiting the Cu Chi Tunnels, an extensive network of underground tunnels used by the Vietnamese Revolutionary Army during the anti-American resistance war. Spanning over 200 km and reaching depths of 12 meters, the tunnels served as hiding spots, communication and supply routes, hospitals, food and weapon caches, and living quarters for numerous North Vietnamese fighters. You will be guided through this remarkable tunnel system, offering an unforgettable experience.

Next, transfer back to the city to visit the Reunification Palace (formerly the Presidential Palace), which was built in 1962. The palace is renowned for its distinctive 1960s architecture and served as the residence and workplace for South Vietnam's presidents. Many of the displays remain untouched. Following this, make a quick visit to the neo-Romanesque Notre Dame Cathedral and the Saigon Central Post Office. Inside the post office, you’ll find two painted maps created shortly after its construction—one illustrating the telegraphic lines of Southern Vietnam and Cambodia in 1892, and another showing Saigon and its surrounding areas in 1892.

Return to your hotel to relax and enjoy an overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh City.

In the morning, you will take a flight to Siem Reap, located in Northern Cambodia, to explore the magnificent ancient sites of Angkor, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The first stop is Angkor Thom (the "Great City"), which, in some ways, is even more stunning than the colossal Angkor Wat, as it has almost been reclaimed by the jungle.

Upon arrival in Siem Reap, you will be greeted and transferred to your comfortable hotel for check-in (subject to availability). The tour begins with a visit to the iconic Angkor Wat temple. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992, Angkor Wat is renowned for its beauty and grandeur. It features the world’s longest continuous bas-relief, running along the outer gallery walls, depicting stories from Hindu mythology. Afterward, visit Bakheng Temple and enjoy a romantic sunset view from Bakheng Hill. You will then return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Siem Reap.

Today, you'll visit the South Gate of Angkor Thom, journeying into the jungle to explore the famous Bayon Temple, known for its 54 towers adorned with over 200 smiling faces of Avalokitesvara. You will also visit Baphoun, the Elephant Terrace, and the Terrace of the Leper King. In the afternoon, continue your exploration with a visit to the enchanting Ta Prohm, where enormous fig trees and giant creepers embrace the temple. Other notable sites include Pre Rup, East Mebon, Krovan, Srah Srang, Banteay Srei, and Ta Keo. In the evening, enjoy a delightful Apsara dance show during dinner at a local restaurant, followed by an overnight stay in Siem Reap.

Board a boat on Tonle Sap Lake for a cruise through floating villages, where you'll see schools, restaurants, and hospitals. Then, visit "Les Artisans d'Angkor," a school dedicated to preserving traditional Cambodian crafts. Finally, transfer to Siem Reap International Airport for your departure. We hope you have had a memorable trip and wish you pleasant onward travels!