Vietnam & Cambodia at a Glance - 11 Days | The best Tour Package from Hanoi to Siem Reap

Welcome to our Vietnam and Cambodia tour package, where you will discover the rich cultural heritage and natural beauty of these two countries. From the bustling cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to the breathtaking Halong Bay and the magnificent temples of Angkor, this tour is designed to provide you with an unforgettable experience.

1. Hanoi City Tour: Explore the highlights of Hanoi, including the Temple of Literature, Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum, and the Old Quarter.
2. Mai Chau Valley - Ba Khan Village Resort: Immerse yourself in the beauty of rural Vietnam and experience the local culture with a stay in a traditional stilt house in Ba Khan Village.
3. Halong Bay: Embark on an overnight cruise through the stunning limestone islands and emerald waters of Halong Bay, and enjoy kayaking, swimming, and exploring caves.
4. Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta: Learn about Vietnam's history and culture with a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, and explore the vibrant Mekong Delta on a boat trip.
5. Angkor Complex: Discover the ancient temples and ruins of the Angkor Complex, including the iconic Angkor Wat, Bayon Temple, and Ta Prohm.
6. Siem Reap: Enjoy a traditional Khmer dinner and cultural show, and take in the beauty of the Cambodian countryside with a visit to the Small Circuit and Angkor Thom.

Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam! On your first day, you can arrive in Hanoi at any time as the only activity scheduled is the airport pick up. A Legend Travel Group car driver will be waiting for you at the airport to take you to your hotel. Once you have checked in, the rest of the day is free for you to rest or explore the city and form your own first impressions of Vietnam. The airport transfer is included in the itinerary, so you don't have to worry about arranging transportation on your own. Stay overnight in Hanoi and get ready for an exciting adventure!

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Accommodation Options:

TK-123 Hanoi - 3-star or similar

Lenid Hanoi Hotel - 4-star or similar

Hotel du Parc Hanoi - 5-star or similar

After enjoying a delicious breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up by our friendly guide to begin your exploration of Hanoi City. The first stop will be at Tran Quoc Pagoda, located on Golden Fish Island in West Lake. This pagoda is the oldest in Hanoi and was built in the 6th century. Admire the stunning architecture and learn about the history and culture of this important landmark.

Next, visit the Ho Chi Minh complex, where you will have the chance to see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh. Take a leisurely walk around the garden to see the two houses where he lived and worked from 1954 to 1969. Then, visit the One Pillar Pagoda, which worships the Goddess of Mercy and is considered the most unique pagoda in the world.

Please note that Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays. If your tour falls on either of these days, an alternative itinerary will be arranged.

Afterwards, head to the Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of the 54 ethnic groups living in Vietnam. However, if your tour falls on a Monday, the museum will be closed, and you will visit the Women’s Museum instead.

Enjoy a delicious lunch at our restaurant, where you will have the opportunity to taste some of the best Vietnamese cuisine.

After lunch, continue your tour with a visit to the Temple of Literature, the first university of Vietnam established in the 11th century. This is a great place to learn about the education system of Vietnam in ancient times.

The city tour will conclude with a visit to the Hoa Lo Prison, originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the "Hanoi Hilton."

After an exciting day of exploring Hanoi City, you will be transferred back to the hotel for check in. Free at leisure and stay overnight in Hanoi.

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Accommodation Options:

TK-123 Hanoi - 3-star or similar

Lenid Hanoi Hotel - 4-star or similar

Hotel du Parc Hanoi - 5-star or similar

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, the itinerary begins with a departure from Hanoi at 8:30 am, embarking on a scenic drive along one of the most beautiful country roads to the tranquil Bakhan Village via Hoa Binh City. Along the way, travelers will get a chance to enjoy the picturesque natural beauty of the countryside.

At 10:30 am, there will be a short break for tea or coffee in the middle of the journey. Then, at noon, lunch will be served at Bakhan Village Restaurant, followed by a room check-in.

In the afternoon, around 3:00 pm, travelers will embark on an afternoon walk around the Muong Village of Khan Ha and the village's West hill for a breathtaking view of the valley. This offers a unique opportunity to get up close and personal with the local culture and lifestyle.

At 7:00 pm, it's time for dinner at Bakhan Restaurant, where travelers can savor the local delicacies. After dinner, from 8:00 to 9:00 pm, travelers can enjoy a unique traditional dance performance by the villagers. (if available).

The overnight stay will be at Bakhan Village Resort, which is known to be the best resort in Mai Chau.

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Accommodation: Bakhan Village Resort (local best)

09:00: Start your day with an invigorating trek on the East Mountain route, where you'll be surrounded by the natural beauty of Mai Chau. This trek is suitable for all fitness levels and offers stunning views of the valley.

11:00: Return to the resort to rest and relax before checking out.

12:00: Enjoy a delicious lunch at the resort before departing for Hanoi.

13:30: Depart from Mai Chau and head back to Hanoi.

17:00: Arrive at Hanoi Old Quarter, where you will have free time to explore the area on your own.

Overnight in Hanoi, where you can enjoy the city's vibrant nightlife and cultural attractions.

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Accommodation Options:

TK-123 Hanoi - 3-star or similar

Lenid Hanoi Hotel - 4-star or similar

Hotel du Parc Hanoi - 5-star or similar

After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, our private mini-van/bus will pick you up between 8:30 am to 9:00 am to begin your journey to Halong City. During the 3.5-hour drive, you will have the opportunity to view the simple countryside and rice paddy life along the way. Once you arrive at the port, you will board your private boat - an authentic Chinese Junk - and begin your amazing cruise through the stunning Halong Bay, a World Heritage Site. Lunch will be served on board and will consist of a selection of the freshest seafood.

During the cruise, we will visit "the Amazing cave" and then take a swim in the tranquil emerald waters of Halong Bay. We will then cruise further into a quiet area where we will anchor and spend the night. You will enjoy dinner and relax as the sun sets over the bay. Afterward, you are free to swim in the phosphorescent water, retire to your cabin, or even fall asleep under the stars on the top deck, surrounded by the magic of Halong. You will spend the night on the boat, taking in the stunning surroundings of the bay.

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Accommodation Options:

Glory Legend Cruises - 3-star or similar

Pelican Cruises - 4-star or similar

Paradise Sails Cruises - 5-star or similar

Wake up early in the morning to witness a stunning sunrise and breathe in the fresh ocean air as we start our Halong Bay Cruise. Enjoy a delicious breakfast served on the boat as we leisurely cruise through thousands of stunning and seemingly never-ending islands. This is an incredible opportunity to capture some breathtaking photographs of the scenery. We will also make a stop to visit a floating fishing village and hear legendary stories of the fishermen's daily life.

For lunch, we will serve a delicious meal on the boat as we cruise back to the Halong City pier. From there, we will return to Hanoi. You will arrive in Hanoi around 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm. A Legend Travel Group driver will be waiting for you to take you directly to the airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City.

Upon arrival in Ho Chi Minh City, our staff will be ready to pick you up and transfer you to your hotel for check-in. You will have the rest of the day free to relax and explore the city at your leisure. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

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Accommodation Options:

Elios Hotel Saigon - 3-star or similar

Golden Central Hotel Saigon - 4-star or similar

Majestic Saigon Hotel - 5-star or similar

You will start your day with breakfast at your hotel before being picked up at 8:00 am for the tour. Your first stop will be the Cu Chi Tunnels, a network of underground tunnels used during the Vietnam War. You will have the opportunity to explore the tunnels and learn about their historical significance.

After the Cu Chi Tunnels, you will continue on to My Tho, a city located in the Mekong Delta region. Here, you will take a boat ride along the Mekong River, visit an orchard, and enjoy a traditional lunch with local specialties.

At the end of the day, you will be returned to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City at around 6:30 pm. You will then check in to your hotel and stay overnight in the city.

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Accommodation Options:

Elios Hotel Saigon - 3-star or similar

Golden Central Hotel Saigon - 4-star or similar

Majestic Saigon Hotel - 5-star or similar

After breakfast at the hotel, the tour will start at 8:00 am to explore the bustling city of Ho Chi Minh. Visit famous landmarks such as the War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the Central Post Office.

In the afternoon, transfer to the airport for a flight to Siem Reap. Upon arrival, our team will pick you up at the airport and transfer you to the hotel for check-in. You will have free time to explore the city or relax at the hotel. Stay overnight in Siem Reap.

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Accommodation Options:

La Niche D’angkor Hotel - 3-star or similar

Royal Angkor Resort - 4-star or similar

Angkor Village Hotel - 5-star or similar

Having breakfast at the hotel.

Initially, you will explore the Small Circuit which includes the impressive pyramid of Takeo and the jungle-clad Ta Prohm, made famous by the Hollywood blockbuster 'Tomb Raider'. Afterward, you will move on to explore the grand Royal City of Angkor Thom, where you will find the Bayon temple, renowned for its many gigantic carved faces smiling beguilingly down at you. Additionally, you will visit other essential sites in this enormous walled city, including the Baphuon pyramid, Phimeanakas, and the royal viewing stands known as the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King.

In the afternoon, it will be time to further discover the magnificent Angkor Wat, the world's largest religious building. If you have time, your guide will take you to an excellent spot for watching a mesmerizing Angkor Wat sunset. You can also enjoy your welcome dinner with a Khmer Traditional Show at the restaurant. You have booked the trip and paid for a single supplement already, so you will have a private room for the entire trip. We are excited to warmly welcome you on the tour to Vietnam plus Bali soon. Stay overnight in Siem Reap.

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Accommodation Options:

La Niche D’angkor Hotel - 3-star or similar

Royal Angkor Resort - 4-star or similar

Angkor Village Hotel - 5-star or similar

After having breakfast at the hotel, we will embark on our tour of the Angkor temples. Our first destination will be Angkor Wat, which is the crown jewel of Khmer architecture and a national symbol of Cambodia. It is the largest, best-preserved, and most significant religiously of the Angkor temples, leaving visitors awestruck by its sheer size and elegantly proportioned layout. As you approach the temple, you will cross a vast moat and continue along a broad causeway lined with naga balustrades. Upon entering the main building, you will ascend through a series of galleries and courtyards before reaching the central sanctuary, which offers splendid views of the causeway and surrounding countryside. Along the way, you can appreciate the intricate stone carvings that embellish almost every surface, with about 1,700 Apsaras or celestial dancers sculpted into the walls. The outer gallery walls feature the longest continuous bas-relief in the world, narrating stories from Hindu mythology, including the famous Churning of the Ocean of Milk. While Angkor Wat is stunning at any time of the day, watching the sunrise and sunset play on the stones is especially spectacular.

Our next stop will be Ta Prohm, one of the most popular attractions in Angkor. Much of the jungle has not been cleared, lending the temple a mystical atmosphere, and it looks very much as most of the Angkor monuments would have appeared when European explorers first stumbled upon them.

We will then proceed to Banteay Srei Temple as part of our temple tour. Although seemingly miniature compared to the other Angkor temples, Banteay Srei is regarded as the gem of classical Khmer art. Built in pink sandstone, its walls are adorned with delicately preserved carvings of unusual refinement. Because of its small size, fairy-like ambiance, and remarkable examples of Khmer sculpture, this temple is often a favorite among visitors.

Afterward, we will visit Takeo, Thommanon, Chau Say Tevoda, and Ta Prohm, one of the region's loveliest temples. Ta Prohm has remained relatively untouched since its discovery, retaining much of its mystery. Its appeal lies in the fact that, unlike the other monuments of Angkor, it was abandoned and engulfed by the jungle, appearing much like the way most of the Angkor temples did when European explorers first stumbled upon them.

Following the temple tour, we will return to the hotel for check-in. Overnight in Siem Reap.

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Accommodation Options:

La Niche D’angkor Hotel - 3-star or similar

Royal Angkor Resort - 4-star or similar

Angkor Village Hotel - 5-star or similar

After breakfast at the hotel, today is the day to bid farewell. You are free to spend your remaining time at leisure until it's time for your transfer to the airport for your departure flight. Your driver will take you to the airport at any time and you are advised to arrive at least 3 hours prior to your flight departure.

Thank you for choosing Legend Travel Group for your trip. We hope to see you again on your next adventure! Airport transfer includes.

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