Vietnam and Cambodia World Heritage Tour
Per person sharing
Vietnam and Cambodia World Heritage Tour; a unique 14 Day explorer tour of two magnificent South East Asia countries. Start in Hanoi with its beautiful boulevards. Then head to the World Heritage Site of Halong Bay and the ancient capital of Hue. Whilst in Hoi An you have time to relax on the beach. Onwards to Saigon and the Mekong Delta and experience its day-by-day life. No doubt, the climax of the tour is Siem Reap (Cambodia); best known for the Angkor Wat Temple.
And in between, spend a day with a local family for a homemade lunch. Watch a water puppet shows, take part in cooking classes and travel over spectacular passes. And if time permits a skilled tailor will tailor some handmade clothing for you. This trip has everything you want from a holiday. Join us know and see for experience a holiday of a lifetime
At a glance
| Day 1 | Arrive in Hanoi and transfer to your hotel |
| Day 2 | Hanoi city tour |
| Day 3 | Travel through the Red River Delta to Halong Bay |
| Day 4 | Cruise the bay and onward to Hue by flight |
| Day 5 | Hue City Tour |
| Day 6 | Set out on our spectacular drive to Hoi An. |
| Day 7 | Exploring Hoi An – Tra Que & Cooking Class |
| Day 8 | Hoi An – Danang and flight to Saigon |
| Day 9 | Saigon City Tour and Cu Chi Tunnels |
| Day 10 | Explore the Mekong River. |
| Day 11 | Flight to Siem Reap & Floating Village tour |
| Day 12 | Visit the Angkor Highlighted Temples |
| Day 13 | Visit the Khmer ruins one of the world's most impressive |
| Day 14 | Last day in Cambodia. Depart Siem Riep |
Highlights
> A fun ride through Hanoi on a Xich Lo ( tricycle)
> Visit the infamous Hanoi Hilton Prison and watch a traditional water puppet show
> Be mesmerized by the starlit night sky in Halong Bay
> Stop at a Buddhist Centre in Hue
> Step into a tailor shop in Hoi An and have a suit/dress made for you
> See the old and new sites in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
> Glide along small canals of the Mekong Delta and savor a tantalizing Seafood lunch
> The best part of the tour is exploring the famous Angkor Wat temples in Siem Reap
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Itinerary
Siem Reap – Angkor Tours (B)
- Early morning; visit the picturesque Ta Prohm that had nearly disappeared into the jungle and remains overgrown; an oddly haunting and exotic scene.
- The magnificent roots of a tree; pushing between the huge stone blocks of the temple in a sort of embrace; evoke feelings that you may remember forever.
- Continue to visit the intricately carved Khmer ruins at Angkor Wat – one of the world’s most impressive ruins. The temple still owns fine Apsara carvings in Angkorian era art.
- At 09am come back to hotel for breakfast and rest in the noon to avoid of the heats of the day until 15:00 continue exploring the mysterious Royal city Angkor Thom. City & Bayon Its 54-tower temple is an awesome sight.
- At first glance it seems a shapeless mass of stone; but further scrutiny reveals a face; and then another and another until suddenly you are engulfed by the silent; heavy; enigmatic and silent gaze through half-closed eyes; staring out from a primitive and remote time.
- Further; visit to the surroundings of the complex including the Baphou; Elephant Terraces; Lepper King Terrace and Royal Place area and visit one more ruin in Angkor Area of Preah Khan temple; built in 12th century by King Jayavarman VII and it is the same style to Ta Prom Temple.
- Overnight at your hotel in Siem Reap
Siem Reap Departure (B)
- After breakfast you have free time at your leisure until we depart for Saigon airport.
- On arrival at the airport you will board your flight for your onward destination.
- Services end at Saigon airport.
- Thank you for choosing Azure Travel for your Vietnam experience. We thank you for your patronage & look forward to serving you again in the near future.
Inclusions
- Meet and assist on arrival and departure by our local representative
- Transfer and intercity transportation as per itinerary in AC vehicle
- Domestic Airfares (subject to conditions)
- 13 Nights’ Accommodation in double/twin room at selected hotels
- Meals: as mentioned
- Local English speaking Guide
- Entrance fees
Exclusions
- International flights – Departure & Fuel taxes (Contact us for best airfares)
- Personal expenses, meals and drinks unless otherwise specified
- Travel insurance
- Vietnam - Cambodia Visa fee
- Tips
- Services not stated in the itinerary
Validity
- Rate valid for travel between 01 APR 24 to 31 MAR 25
High Season supplements applicable for travel between 20DEC24 and 10JAN25
Contact us for any other date of travel required
Country information
Best time to travel to Vietnam
A good time to travel to Vietnam is spring (February to April and again in Autumn (August to October)
Overall, Vietnam enjoys a mild tropical or subtropical climate and aside from a few months a year in the high northern region you'll never need to worry about packing cold-weather gear.
But do bring an umbrella, especially if visiting from July to November, Vietnam's stormiest months.
Vietnam Culture and Greetings
When interacting with a Vietnamese, be sensitive to Vietnam’s history. The person you may talk to may have experienced the struggles of the Vietnam War. Thirty years on many Vietnamese still have physical and mental health problems from the war. Approach any topic regarding this with sensitivity and sympathy.
Objects should be passed, given or received with both hands together. Vietnamese people are generally punctual and expect the same standard from others. The Vietnamese are accustomed to shaking hands. Some Vietnamese might use two hands to shake by resting the left hand on top of the grasp with the other person's hand. Bowing the head while shaking hands indicates respect
Drinks & Food
Vietnamese food is always served fresh and flavourful. You will find lost of fish dishes, cooked with fresh herbs and vegetables. Local cuisine is healthy and light
Discover your environment
Driving is on the right-hand side of the road. Taxis are plentiful and can be flagged down on the street. Make sure the taxi has a meter set before starting your journey. Hiring a bike (Wearing a helmet is a must) for the day is popular and is still Vietnam’s most popular transportation mode, together with motorbikes. Express long-distance trains will take you comfortably between cities
Tipping
Tipping is very customary, especially in the most important tourist areas. It is appreciated y the receiver as salaries are on the low side and tipping makes up a sizeable side to monthly earning
Local interesting meals:
Drinking an egg-coffee is a must
Pho: Noodle soup usually with meat
Nem: Spring rolls with pork, noodles, egg and mushroom wrapped in rice paper
Banh bao: Steamed dumplings stuffed with onions, pork and other ingredients
Banh MI: French baguette with pickled daikon and carrot, chilli, coriander, cucumber and various cold meats
Lau: Vietnamese hot pot
Bia hoi: Fresh beer produced daily and served cold in local bars and very refreshing (Low in alcohol)
Explore the best part of Cambodia and its famous Angkor Wat. The World Heritage Sites of Vietnam: Ha Long Bay; Hoi An’s Ancient Town and the Red River & Mekong Delta …and so much more.
See Vietnam in one fascinating trip: Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh and the monolithic islands of Halong Bay.
Enjoy insider moments like… rolling up your sleeves. Join local farmers in the vegetable fields surrounding Tra Que village. Meet a family at Ngoc Son Garden House, as they share its royal history over homemade delicacies.
After all, combining the highlights of both countries, will open your eyes to the delights of Indochina and leave you awe-struck by these magical locations.