Vietnam and Cambodia Highlights

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Tour Code: ODY-SE-2302

Destination: Vietnam, Cambodia

Duration13 Days
Tour TypePrivate & Bespoke
Tour Style Classic

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About This Trip

Explore the highlights of Vietnam and Cambodia on this 13-day tour. In Vietnam, you will delight in a cyclo ride in Hanoi Old Quarter, feast on a 2-day Halong Bay Cruise, visit the leisurely ancient town in Hoi An, enjoy a Ho Chi Minh City tour, look into the local villages along the Mekong Delta, etc. When flying to Siem Reap of Cambodia, you will discover the ruins of the Angkorian period by a temple-hopping tour. The well-known Angkor Wat, Bayon Temple, Ta Prohm Temple, and more will be unmissable.

Itinerary Summary

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HIGHLIGHTS
1 -10

Vietnam

Hanoi: Temple of Literature, Old Quarter Cyclo Tour
Halong Bay: Overnight Cruise with Varied Activities
Hoi An: Basket Boat Trip, Cooking Class, Ancient Town Discovery
Ho Chi Minh City: Cu Chi Tunnels, Mekong Delta Tour
11 - 13

Cambodia

Siem Reap: Angkor Wat, Bayon Temple, Ta Prohm Temple

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Itinerary

Day 1:Arrive in Hanoi

Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam, meet your local guide for a private transfer to your hotel. After checking in, you may unwind or explore nearby street markets and traditional Vietnam café.

Hanoi

Day 2:Hanoi City Tour

Hanoi Old Quarter

Hanoi city tour is always the best way to explore this capital city with its cultural and historical buildings, especially complete with a joyful cyclo ride around the Old Quarter.

Start with a stroll around Ba Dinh Square, where Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is located. And then visit the simple yet symbolic Ho Chi Minh's Stilt House. Move forward to other must-see landmarks such as One Pillar Pagoda, a unique Buddhist temple set on a single stone pillar, and the historic Temple of Literature (Temple of Confucius).

In the afternoon, discover the diverse cultures of Vietnam's 54 ethic groups in the Museum of Ethnology. Later, hop on a traditional cyclo to enjoy the ride through the Old Quarter, famous for its narrow streets and French colonial architecture.

If you prefer, you can opt for a water puppet show. It's a centuries-old Vietnamese art set with live folk music.

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Hanoi

Day 3:Hanoi - Halong Bay, 2-Day Cruise

Cruise on Halong Bay

Today leave Hanoi for a 2-Day Halong Bay Cruise trip. As a UNESCO Heritage Site, Halong Bay is known for its original limestone karst geomorphology features. The cruise will take you through towering limestone karsts, islets, hidden caves and fishing villages. With some stops among these places, you can enjoy swimming, relaxing on the beach or climbing the steps of the rock to the top of the island

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Halong Bay

Day 4:Halong Bay - Hanoi - Da Nang - Hoi An

Wake up early and you'll have chance to see the stunning sunrise, also you can join an organized Tai Chi class on deck among the peaceful surroundings. Before disembarking, you can try kayaking to discover one of the most spectacular caves.

Enjoy a brunch on board and then meet your guide and driver at Halong International Harbor. Head to Hanoi airport for your flight to Da Nang, continue drive to your hotel in Hoi An.

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Hoi An

Day 5:Hoi An, Countryside Tour with Crab Fishing & Cooking

Today start your Hoi An countryside tour with a morning visit to a local market, where you can see the vibrant colors of fresh produce, hear the lively calls of street vendors, and experience authentic Vietnamese daily life. Continue with a unique crab fishing adventure on a traditional basket boat, gliding through tranquil waterways while learning age-old fishing techniques from local fishermen. By noon, join a fun and interactive Hoi An cooking class, using fresh ingredients to prepare iconic Vietnamese dishes before enjoying your creations for lunch.

In the afternoon, you can explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Hoi An Ancient Town at your own pace. Stroll along lantern-lined streets, admire the elegant Japanese Covered Bridge, step inside centuries-old merchant houses, and delve into ornate Chinese temples.

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Hoi An

Day 6:Hoi An, Leisure Day

Today is open for your own adventure. It's a good time to try lantern making, or enjoying the sunset on the white sandy beach.

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Hoi An

Day 7:Hoi An - Da Nang - Ho Chi Minh City

Cu Chi Tunnels

After breakfast, travel back to Da Nang for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam's largest and most dynamic city.

Upon arrival, set out on a guided excursion to the Cu Chi Tunnels, a vast underground network stretching over 120 kilometers. If you like, you can step inside a tunnel section to discover hidden chambers, bunkers, and traps, used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War.

After the tour, return to Ho Chi Minh City. The evening is free to relax or explore the city's vibrant street food.

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Ho Chi Minh City

Day 8:Ho Chi Minh City, Old Saigon Discovery Tour

Reunification Palace, Ho Chi Minh City

Discover the stories of Old Saigon on a guided tour through the city's iconic landmarks. Visit the Central Post Office and nearby Notre Dame Cathedral, admire the historic Reunification Palace, and explore the moving exhibits of the War Remnants Museum. End the day in lively Chinatown (Cholon), where colorful temples and bustling markets showcase HCMC's enduring traditions.

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Ho Chi Minh City

Day 9:Mekong Delta Excursion From Ho Chi Minh City

Odynovo's Clients at Mekong Delta

Today you'll have a full-day Mekong Delta tour, that is also known as Vietnam's fertile "rice bowl". Cruise along coconut-lines waterways, visit small workshops making coconut candies and other local fun products and wander through villages. Enjoy a homemade lunch with a local family before returning to Ho Chi Minh City in the late afternoon.

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Ho Chi Minh City

Day 10:Ho Chi Minh City - Siem Reap

Depart for the airport with the company of your guide and driver for flight to Siem Reap. On arrival, be welcomed and transferred to your hotel by your Cambodian guide. The rest of the day is yours to do some exploration on your own.

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Siem Reap

Day 11:Siem Reap, Angkor Wat & Angkor Thom

Angkor Wat, Siem Reap

Begin the tour today at Angkor Thom, the ancient city of the Khmer Empire. Explore the striking Bayon Temple, famed for its serene stone-carved faces, and stroll along the Elephant Terrace nearby, which was once the stage for royal ceremonies.

Your afternoon exploration will start from the Angkor Wat, Cambodia's most iconic temple and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As one of the largest religious monuments in the world, it is worth spending some time to appreciate the splendid architecture, extensive bas-reliefs and the history behind it. After that, head to the Bakheng Hill. Here from the summit of Bakheng Temple, you'll enjoy the perfect sunset view over Angkor Wat.

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Siem Reap

Day 12:Siem Reap, Banteay Srei and Ta Prohm Temple

Banteay Srei, Siem Reap

If the weather permits, it is highly recommended that wake up early to catch the sunrise of Angkor Wat. After breakfast, head to Banteay Srei, it's worth visiting for its exquisite pink sandstone carvings and remarkable preservation.

Then you'll go to Ta Prohm Temple for an atmospheric jungle view of massive tree roots entwine with ancient stone walls, and Takeo Temple for insight into Khmer architectural mastery as it's a five-tiered pyramid built entirely by sandstone.

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Siem Reap

Day 13:Siem Reap, Departure

Time to bid farewell to Cambodia! Meet your guide at the appointed time and head to the airport for your homebound flight.

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Accommodation Options

The hotels listed below have been carefully selected based on customer feedback. You can either choose the ones you'd like to stay in or allow our travel experts to recommend options tailored to your specific requirements.

Hanoi 2 Nights

Top Choice

The Lapis Hotel

Address: 21 Tran Hung Dao Str, HoanKiemDist, Hanoi, Vietnam
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InterContinental Hanoi Westlake

Address: 5 Tu Hoa street Tay Ho, Hanoi, Vietnam
La Siesta Premium Hang Be

Address: No 27 Hang Be St, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Dist, Hanoi, Vietnam
The Oriental Jade Hotel

Address: 92 & 94 Hang Trong street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, Vietnam

Halong Bay 1 Night

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Athena Luxury Cruise

Address: 49 Le Thanh Tong Street, Hon Gai Wharf, Halong City, Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam
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Orchid Trendy Cruise

Address: 32, Anh Dao St, Ha Long City, Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam
Athena Royal Cruise

Address: 49 Le Thanh Tong Street, Hon Gai Wharf, Halong city, Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam
Paradise Elegance

Address: Tuan Chau Island, Halong, Quang Ninh, Vietnam

Hoi An 3 Nights

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Lasenta Boutique Hotel Hoi An

Address: 57 Ly Thuong Kiet Street, Hoi An City, Quang Nam Province, Vietnam
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Allegro Hoi An – Little Luxury Hotel & Spa

Address: 86 Tran Hung Dao Street, Hoi An, Quang Nam, Vietnam
Hoi An Central Boutique Hotel & Spa

Address: 91 Hung Vuong Street, Hoi An, Vietnam
Palm Garden Beach Resort & Spa

Address: Lac Long Quan Street, Cua Dai Beach, Hoi An Town, Quang Nam Province, Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City 3 Nights

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Harmony Hotel & Spa

Address: 32A-34 Bui Thi Xuan St- Ben Thanh Ward, Dist.1, HCMC, Vietnam
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Lotte Hotel Saigon

Address: 2A - 4A Ton Duc Thang St, District 1, HCMC, Vietnam
Liberty Central Saigon Riverside Hotel

Address: 17 Ton Duc Thang Street, District 1, TP.HCMC, Vietnam
Sofitel Saigon Plaza

Address: 17 Le Duan Boulevard, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Siem Reap 3 Nights

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Tara Angkor Hotel

Address: Vithei Charles de Gaulle (Road to Angkor Wat), Siem Reap, Cambodia
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FCC Angkor by Avani Hotels & Resorts

Address: Pokambor Avenue, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Sarai Resort & Spa

Address: P.O Box 93193, Wat Damnak Village, Sangkat Sala Komreuk, Siem Reap, Cambodia