Essence of Vietnam & Cambodia

Our Insider Experience

Journey along the meandering canals and meet the local people as you discover the beauty of the Mekong Delta on an one night river cruise before a speedboat journey to bustling Phnom Penh. Take a Tuk Tuk to Angkor Wat and explore the grounds by torchlight, something few travellers get to explore. Travel like a local as you glide through Saigon‘s fascinating streets on a traditional tuk tuk

From EUR € 2.708

Tour Details

Specification: Essence of Vietnam & Cambodia

Country

Cambodia, Vietnam
Duration

14 Days
Departure

Every other Thursday
Group Size

16 (Maximum)
Tour Type

Group Journey
Trip Grading

Easy
Breakfast

Daily Breakfast
Meals

2 Lunches, 3 Dinners
Hotel

4 – 5 Star Hotels
Price

Per Person in Double Room
Guaranteed

With 2 Persons
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On arrival in Hanoi, transfer to your hotel and enjoy free time until your tour briefing and welcome drinks with your fellow travellers.
Spend the day discovering Hanoi’s must-visit sites. Stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake in the heart of Hanoi City and Dong Xuan market. Continue to Ho Chi Minh complex comprising of Ba Dinh Square, Presidential Palace (outside photostop) & private residence from 1954 to1969 as well as the One Pillar Pagoda founded in 1049. After lunch at a local restaurant continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnams first university. Visit Hoa Lo Prison – also known as “Hanoi Hilton”, St Joseph’s Cathedral and the Opera House ending the tour with afternoon tea.


Drive past scenes of traditional rural life as you journey from Hanoi to Halong City, the gateway to Halong Bay. On arrival, board a junk boat and begin cruising among some of the 3,000 limestone karsts. Enjoy a delicious lunch as you cruise through the pristine, turquoise waters of this stunning natural wonder.

Continue your exploration of Halong Bay before enjoying brunch on board. Cruise back to port for disembarkation, before you drive to Hanoi for your onwards flight to Danang. On arrival, transfer to your hotel in the charming town of Hoi An. Enjoy an evening of free time.


Explore the riverside town of Hoi An on a walking tour. Visit the many sites and discover the mix of Chinese, Japanese and French influenced architecture. Visit a traditional ancient house, a Chinese Assembly Hall and the Japanese Covered Bridge. The afternoon is free for you to do as much or as little as you like. Choose to explore the old town, have a tailor custom make a new wardrobe or cycle to An Bang Beach

Enjoy more free time in Hoi An before flying to Saigon. On arrival, transfer to your hotel for check in and enjoy an afternoon at leisure.
From Saigon, drive to Cu Chi and discover the network of underground tunnels and their significance during the war before returning to Saigon. After lunch join a guided walking tour and discover the rich history of this spirited city as you visit some of its main attractions including the former Presidential Palace, Catholic cathedral of Notre Dame, Post Office, Opera House & Ben Thanh market.
Transfer to Can Tho and board your boat to begin your exploration of the Mekong Delta. Cruise past the many fields of rice or sugar cane on palm or fruit fringed canals and waterways. Mid afternoon enjoy a shore visit and discover the peaceful life in the countryside with an optional cycling tour. Enjoy a complimentary drink on returning to the boat before enjoying the sunset over the countryside.


After an early breakfast while cruising, visit the Cai Rang floating market by local boat before returning to Can Tho. Drive to visit Binh Thuy ancient house, a harmonious combination of the two cultures of the East and West following Feng Shui principles. Experience the luxury French style in a local ancient house.


After breakfast drive to Chau Doc. On arrival visit a beautiful Khmer Temple before continuing to experience life in the a floating house that doubles as a catfish farm then checking in at your hotel.

After breakfast travel by speedboat to the Cambodian Border. After clearing border requirements cruise along the Mekong River to Phnom Penh. After checking in to your hotel visit the Tuol Sleng Musuem and the Killing Fields memorial at Choeng Ek. Enjoy sunset drinks at the iconic Foreign Correspondent Club/Le Moon Bar overlooking the beautiful Mekong River.

Enjoy a morning cyclo ride through the backstreets of Phnom Penh. Discover Wat Phnom, the birthplace of the capital, the Royal Palace and its famous landmark, the Silver Pagoda, and the National Museum with its unique collection of Khmer art.

Continue the day with an overland drive to Siem Reap, with multiple stops along the way such as the Spider and Insect Market in Skun and the stone mason village near Phnom Santuk. Arrival in Siem Reap during the early evening.


Travel to Angkor Thom complex and see Bayon temple. Return to town for lunch before exploring Baphuon temple and Ta Prohm temple. Explore Angkor Wat before returning to your hotel. In the evening, join your group for a farewell cultural experience dinner.

It’s time to say goodbye, but just think of all the wonderful stories you will take home. A transfer will take you to the airport for your onward travels.

What´s included

  • 11 nights in described Hotel or similar
  • 2 nights on a boat
  • Daily Breakfast for 2 Persons
  • 2 Lunches
  • 3 Dinner
  • All flights as specified in the itinerary
  • Transport in air-conditioned vehicles (except Tuk Tuk touring)
  • Small group touring
  • All Entrance fees
  • English speaking tour leader
  • All Tipping
  • Arrival and departure transfers

Excluded

  • Any Personal Expenses
  • Visa fees
  • Porters
  • Insurance and personal expenses such as laundry, mini-bar, telephone and drinks

Departure Dates and Rates

START DATEEND DATEPRICE TWIN ROOMPRICE SGL ROOM
Thursday, 11 January 2024Wednesday, 24 January 202427083646
Thursday, 25 January 2024Wednesday, 7 February 202427083646
Thursday, 8 February 2024Wednesday, 21 February 202427083646
Thursday, 22 February 2024Wednesday, 6 March 202427083646
Thursday, 7 March 2024Wednesday, 20 March 202427083646
Thursday, 21 March 2024Wednesday, 3 April 202427083646
Thursday, 4 April 2024Wednesday, 17 April 202428103756
Thursday, 18 April 2024Wednesday, 1 May 202428103756
Thursday, 2 May 2024Wednesday, 15 May 202428103756
Thursday, 16 May 2024Wednesday, 29 May 202428103756
Thursday, 30 May 2024Wednesday, 12 June 202428103756
Thursday, 13 June 2024Wednesday, 26 June 202428103756
Thursday, 27 June 2024Wednesday, 10 July 202428103756
Thursday, 4 July 2024Wednesday, 17 July 202428103756
Thursday, 18 July 2024Wednesday, 31 July 202428103756
Thursday, 1 August 2024Wednesday, 14 August 202428103756
Thursday, 15 August 2024Wednesday, 28 August 202428103756
Thursday, 29 August 2024Wednesday, 11 September 202428103756
Thursday, 12 September 2024Wednesday, 25 September 202428103756
Thursday, 26 September 2024Wednesday, 9 October 202428103756
Thursday, 10 October 2024Wednesday, 23 October 202428103756
Thursday, 24 October 2024Wednesday, 6 November 202428103756
Thursday, 7 November 2024Wednesday, 20 November 202428103756
Thursday, 21 November 2024Wednesday, 4 December 202428103756
Thursday, 5 December 2024Wednesday, 18 December 202428103756
Thursday, 19 December 2024Wednesday, 1 January 202528103756
Thursday, 2 January 2025Wednesday, 15 January 202528103756
Thursday, 16 January 2025Wednesday, 29 January 202528103756
Thursday, 30 January 2025Wednesday, 12 February 202528103756
Thursday, 13 February 2025Wednesday, 26 February 202528103756
Thursday, 27 February 2025Wednesday, 12 March 202528103756
Thursday, 13 March 2025Wednesday, 26 March 202528103756
Thursday, 27 March 2025Wednesday, 9 April 202528103756

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  • All pricing is reflected in EURO unless otherwise specifically denoted and is valid at time of publication but is subject to change.
  • All prices are per person sharing a double room. Single and Triple room rates available upon request.
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