Highlights of Vietnam and Cambodia - Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Saigon, Siem Reap
13 Days | 12 Nights
Price per person from
$3,699pp
*Based on double occupancy
Land Only
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Discover the cultural treasures, spectacular landscapes and timeless traditions of Vietnam and Cambodia on this captivating 13-day journey. From Hanoi’s atmospheric Old Quarter and the limestone peaks of Halong Bay to historic Hoi An, energetic Saigon and the waterways of the Mekong Delta, experience the many faces of Vietnam before continuing to Cambodia for the magnificent temples of Angkor, traditional villages and the floating communities of Tonlé Sap Lake.
- 12 Nights Superior Accommodation
- Regional English-speaking Tour Guide
- Ground transportation in private, air-conditioned vehicle
- Breakfast daily
Description
Experience the captivating contrasts of Vietnam and Cambodia on a thoughtfully planned 13-day journey filled with historic cities, breathtaking landscapes and memorable cultural encounters. Beginning in Hanoi, discover Vietnam’s fascinating capital, where leafy boulevards, ancient temples and French colonial architecture sit alongside the lively lanes of the Old Quarter. Visit significant landmarks, sample local coffee and journey into the countryside to explore Hoa Lu and cruise through the limestone scenery of Tam Coc.
Continue to UNESCO World Heritage-listed Halong Bay for an unforgettable overnight cruise among emerald waters and towering limestone formations. Relax on deck, take part in onboard activities and wake to a peaceful Tai Chi session surrounded by one of Vietnam’s most extraordinary landscapes.
Fly south to Hoi An, a beautifully preserved former trading port renowned for its lantern-lit streets, ochre-coloured buildings and riverside setting. Cycle through nearby villages, meet local craftspeople, learn about traditional fishing techniques and enjoy a home-cooked meal with a local family. The journey then continues to cosmopolitan Ho Chi Minh City, where colonial landmarks, bustling markets and the remarkable Cu Chi Tunnels reveal different chapters of Vietnam’s complex history.
Venture into the Mekong Delta to cruise along peaceful canals, visit family-run workshops and experience everyday life among orchards, villages and riverside communities. From Saigon, fly to Siem Reap and enter the remarkable world of ancient Angkor. Explore the monumental gates of Angkor Thom, the enigmatic faces of Bayon, jungle-clad Ta Prohm and magnificent Angkor Wat.
Your Cambodian adventure also includes a vintage Jeep journey through the countryside, breakfast in a traditional Khmer village and a boat ride through the floating community of Kampong Phluk. An energetic Phare Circus performance provides a memorable finale to a vacation that brings together celebrated landmarks, authentic local experiences and the enduring warmth of Southeast Asia.
Price
Travel Dates |
Price* | |
|---|---|---|
| *Based on double occupancy | ||
| Oct 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 | from $3,699pp * | |
| Oct 2, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 | from $3,699pp * | |
| Jan 1, 2027 - Apr 30, 2027 | from $3,799pp * | |
| May 1, 2027 - Sep 30, 2027 | from $3,899pp * | |
*Prices are quoted in USD and are ‘from’, per person, based on twin share. Single supplements apply and are advised on request. Prices are current at time of posting (7/22/2026), may differ when you book your travel and are not guaranteed until full payment is received and processed. Rates are not valid over peak season, special events or public holidays and surcharges will be added if required. Travel Answers terms and conditions apply to change fees and cancellations. All prices, itineraries and routing are subject to change without notice. Please call for our current prices based on availability. CA CST: 2076233-40 | WA ID: 601 684 531
Inclusions
- Welcome Pack on Arrival
- Round-trip airport/hotel transfers throughout
- 3-nights Hanoi, Aurora Premium Hanoi
- 1-night Halong, Overnight Cruise, Junior Private Balcony
- 2-nights Hoi An, Little Residence, ROH
- 3-nights Saigon, Liberty Central Saigon Riverside
- 3-nights Siam Reap, Velitta Hotel, Deluxe Room
- Breakfast daily
- Regional English-Speaking Tour guide services.
- Ground transportation in private, air-conditioned vehicle
- Drinking water and cold towels during sightseeing
Exclusions
- International Airfare
- Vietnam E-visa at USD55/person
- Cambodia E-visa at USD60/person
Map
Itinerary
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Day 1 – Arrive Hanoi
Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam’s fascinating capital and the starting point of your Southeast Asian adventure. After completing Customs and Immigration formalities, meet your local representative and receive a welcome packet containing your travel documentation, vouchers and important contact details. Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. Relax after your journey or begin exploring a city where centuries-old traditions, French colonial influences and the energy of modern Vietnam come together.
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Aurora Premium - A Lifestyle Hotel
(Superior)
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Aurora Premium - A Lifestyle Hotel
(Superior)
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Day 2 - Hanoi City Tour (B)
Discover Hanoi’s historic and cultural highlights, beginning with an exterior visit to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. Walk through the surrounding park to see the former Governor’s Palace, Ho Chi Minh’s traditional Stilt House and the One Pillar Pagoda. Continue to the Temple of Literature and the Museum of Ethnology, home to exhibits celebrating Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups. Later, travel by tricycle around Hoan Kiem Lake and through the atmospheric Old Quarter. Finish the day like a local, enjoying Vietnamese coffee while watching Hanoi’s colorful street life unfold.
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Aurora Premium - A Lifestyle Hotel
(Superior)
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Aurora Premium - A Lifestyle Hotel
(Superior)
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Day 3 - Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Hanoi (B, L)
Travel into the beautiful countryside of Ninh Binh to visit Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s first imperial capital. Explore temples dedicated to Emperor Dinh Tien Hoang and Emperor Le Dai Hanh while learning about the dynasties that shaped the nation’s early history. Continue through rural villages and striking landscapes to Tam Coc, often described as “Halong Bay on Land.” Board a private sampan for a tranquil journey along waterways bordered by vivid rice fields and dramatic limestone karsts. Afterwards, return to Hanoi following a memorable day of history, scenery and rural discovery.
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Aurora Premium - A Lifestyle Hotel
(Superior)
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Aurora Premium - A Lifestyle Hotel
(Superior)
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Day 4 - Hanoi – Halong Bay Cruise (B, L, D)
Drive from Hanoi to Halong Bay, one of Vietnam’s most celebrated natural wonders. Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina around midday and board your overnight cruise. Enjoy lunch as the vessel sails among hundreds of limestone islands rising from emerald-green waters. Depending on the cruise program, the afternoon may include a cave visit, floating village experience, beach stop or time relaxing on the sundeck. Capture beautiful photographs as the sun sets over the bay, followed by dinner onboard. Spend a peaceful night anchored amid Halong Bay’s spectacular scenery.
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MilaLux Halong Bay Cruise
(Superior)
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MilaLux Halong Bay Cruise
(Superior)
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Day 5 - Halong Bay – Hanoi – Danang – Hoi An (B)
Wake to the serenity of Halong Bay and begin the morning with an optional Tai Chi session on the sundeck. Enjoy breakfast or brunch as the cruise glides back towards the harbour, passing magnificent limestone peaks along the way. After disembarking, transfer to Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport for your flight to Danang. Upon arrival, meet your local representative and continue by road to your hotel in Hoi An. Settle in and enjoy the evening at leisure in one of Vietnam’s most charming destinations.
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Little Residence. A Boutique Hotel & Spa
(Superior)
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Little Residence. A Boutique Hotel & Spa
(Superior)
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Day 6 - Hoi An Village Experience and Ancient Town (B, L)
Cycle approximately 10 kilometers through peaceful rice fields, bamboo forests and riverside villages. Meet local craftspeople, observe traditional boat building and mat weaving, and learn age-old fishing techniques from village fishermen. Visit a temple dedicated to the revered whale god before enjoying a home-cooked lunch and a demonstration of Mi Quang noodle making. Return by boat along the Thu Bon River, then explore UNESCO World Heritage-listed Hoi An on foot. See colorful markets, historic merchant houses, lantern-filled streets and the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge.
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Little Residence. A Boutique Hotel & Spa
(Superior)
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Little Residence. A Boutique Hotel & Spa
(Superior)
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Day 7 - Hoi An – Danang – Ho Chi Minh City (B)
Enjoy a relaxed morning before transferring to Danang Airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City still affectionately known as Saigon. Upon arrival, meet your representative and transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure. Relax at the hotel or begin discovering Vietnam’s largest city, where elegant colonial buildings, fashionable restaurants, colorful markets and a seemingly endless stream of motorbikes create an exciting introduction to southern Vietnam.
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Liberty Central Saigon Riverside
(Superior)
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Liberty Central Saigon Riverside
(Superior)
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Day 8 - Cu Chi Tunnels and Saigon City Tour (B)
Venture underground at the remarkable Cu Chi Tunnels, part of a vast network once connecting command posts, hospitals and shelters during the Vietnam War. Learn about life below ground, see concealed entrances and, if you wish, enter a section of tunnel. Return to Saigon to visit Independence Palace, Book Street and the historic Central Post Office. Pause outside Notre Dame Cathedral before continuing to vibrant Ben Thanh Market. Along the way, admire tree-lined streets, colonial villas and landmarks that reflect the city’s eventful history and modern character.
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Liberty Central Saigon Riverside
(Superior)
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Liberty Central Saigon Riverside
(Superior)
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Day 9 - Mekong Delta Excursion (B, L)
Travel to Cai Be in the Mekong Delta, where orchards, narrow canals and riverside villages offer a glimpse of rural life. Sample tropical fruit while listening to traditional music, then board a rowing boat to explore the region’s quieter waterways. Cross the Mekong River to An Binh Island for lunch at a local home. Visit family-run workshops producing rice paper, coconut candy and popped rice, and see artisans creating pottery at traditional brick kilns. An optional bicycle ride through local villages may also be enjoyed before returning to Saigon.
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Liberty Central Saigon Riverside
(Superior)
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Liberty Central Saigon Riverside
(Superior)
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Day 10 - Saigon – Siem Reap (B)
Enjoy time at leisure before transferring to the airport for your flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap. Welcome to Cambodia, a country of extraordinary temples, beautiful landscapes and a history that is both inspiring and deeply moving. Upon arrival, meet your private guide and driver in the terminal before transferring to your hotel. Settle in and spend the remainder of the day at leisure, preparing for the remarkable Khmer heritage and ancient monuments that await over the coming days.
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Velitta Hotel
(Deluxe)
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Velitta Hotel
(Deluxe)
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Day 11 - Temples of Angkor (B)
Explore the archaeological wonders of Angkor, beginning at the fortified city of Angkor Thom. Enter through the monumental South Gate and visit the Terraces of the Elephants and Leper King, Baphuon, the Royal Enclosure and Bayon, famous for its enigmatic stone faces. Continue to atmospheric Ta Prohm, where enormous tree roots embrace the temple ruins. The day’s highlight is magnificent Angkor Wat, the world’s largest religious monument. Admire its elegant towers, intricate carvings and remarkable bas-reliefs before ending the day with sunset views from an ancient temple.
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Velitta Hotel
(Deluxe)
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Velitta Hotel
(Deluxe)
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Day 12 - Khmer Village, Floating Community and Phare Circus (B)
Travel by vintage Jeep to Phum Boeung, where beautifully restored Khmer homes preserve Cambodia’s traditional architecture and craftsmanship. Enjoy breakfast featuring Cambodian specialties, Western selections and free-flowing beverages before driving through the countryside to Kampong Phluk. Cruise past stilted homes and flooded forests while learning about life on Tonlé Sap Lake. Return to your hotel around midday for an afternoon at leisure. This evening, travel by tuk-tuk to the Phare Circus for an energetic performance combining theatre, music, dance and acrobatics inspired by contemporary Cambodian life.
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Velitta Hotel
(Deluxe)
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Velitta Hotel
(Deluxe)
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Day 13 - Depart Siem Reap (B)
Enjoy a final breakfast at your hotel and spend the morning at leisure. Depending on your flight time, relax by the pool, purchase some last-minute souvenirs or simply reflect on the unforgettable experiences of your journey through Vietnam and Cambodia. At the appropriate time, transfer by air-conditioned vehicle to Siem Reap Airport for your onward flight arrangements.