Images of Vietnam and Cambodia
Overview
Tour Highlights
- Explore Hanoi’s cultural icons, including the Ho Chi Minh Complex, Temple of Literature, and Old Quarter by cyclo
- Overnight luxury cruise through Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay with village visits and onboard experiences
- Discover Hue’s imperial Citadel, royal tombs, and Perfume River by boat
- Walk through the beautifully preserved ancient town of Hoi An, a former international trading port
- Witness sunrise at Angkor Wat and explore Angkor Thom, Bayon, Ta Prohm, and Banteay Srei
- Gain insight into Cambodia’s modern history at Tuol Sleng and the Killing Fields
- Enjoy authentic local encounters, including a Mekong sunset cruise and home-hosted dinner in Phnom Penh
What’s Included
- 2 nights in a Classic room at Movenpick Hotel Hanoi Centre
- 2-day/1-night Halong Bay Cruise in a Ambassador Balcony Cabin onboard the Ambassador Signature Cruise
- 1 night in a Superior room at Pilgrimage Village Resort & Spa in Hue
- 2 nights in a Superior Garden View Room at Palm Garden Beach Resort in Hoi An
- 2 nights in a Deluxe Room at Borei Angkor Resort & Spa in Siem Reap
- 2 nights in a Guest Room at Hyatt Regency in Phnom Penh
- 13 Meals: 10 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners
- All transfers, sightseeing tours, and cultural performances as specified in the itinerary
- English-speaking local guides
- Hotel taxes and service charges
What’s Excluded
- International and Internal flights
- Gratuities
- Travel Insurance
- Any meals, beverages or optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal expenses like laundry, telephone/fax calls, beverages, camera/video camera fees at monuments, medical expenses
Itinerary
Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam’s vibrant capital. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred directly to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure, allowing you to rest and recover from your journey before the adventure begins.
Accommodation: Mövenpick Hotel Hanoi Centre (Classic Room)
This morning, enjoy a guided exploration of Hanoi’s cultural and historical landmarks. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, including the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, his Stilt House, and historic Ba Dinh Square, followed by the iconic One Pillar Pagoda. Continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, founded in 1070 and set within peaceful gardens. In the afternoon, step into history at Hoa Lo Prison, known during the Vietnam War as the “Hanoi Hilton.” Conclude the day with a leisurely cyclo ride through the atmospheric Old Quarter, where narrow streets and colonial architecture bring the city to life.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mövenpick Hotel Hanoi Centre (Classic Room)
After breakfast, depart Hanoi for the spectacular coastline of Halong Bay. Board the elegant Ambassador Signature Cruise and set sail into the tranquil waters of Lan Ha Bay, part of the UNESCO-listed Halong Bay. Enjoy lunch onboard as dramatic limestone karsts rise from emerald waters. In the afternoon, visit Viet Hai Village to explore its rural charm, fish lakes, bee houses, and traditional homes, or enjoy a relaxing fish foot massage. Later, unwind with afternoon tea, a spa treatment, or a Vietnamese cooking demonstration. As evening falls, savor a refined dinner onboard while anchored in peaceful surroundings.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Ambassador Signature Cruise (Ambassador Balcony Cabin)
Begin the day with a Tai Chi session on the sundeck at sunrise. After a light breakfast, explore the Dark and Bright Cave by bamboo boat or optional kayaking. Return to the ship for a full breakfast before disembarking and transferring back to Hanoi for your flight to Hue. Upon arrival, your local guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your resort, giving you the evening at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Pilgrimage Village Resort & Spa (Superior Room)
Discover Hue’s imperial legacy with a guided visit to the Citadel, once the seat of the Nguyen Dynasty. Enjoy a serene cruise along the Perfume River, stopping at the Tomb of Tu Duc and the iconic Thien Mu Pagoda. Before departing Hue, browse the lively Dong Ba Market, offering a glimpse into daily Vietnamese life. Continue south to Hoi An and check in at your beachfront resort.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Palm Garden Beach Resort (Superior Garden View Room)
This morning, explore the beautifully preserved ancient town of Hoi An on foot. Visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, Sa Huynh Museum, Tran Family Chapel, and Phuoc Kien Assembly Hall, dedicated to the Goddess of the Sea. Stroll through the colorful market and along the riverside, absorbing the town’s timeless atmosphere. The afternoon is free to relax or explore at your own pace.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Palm Garden Beach Resort (Superior Garden View Room)
Transfer to Da Nang Airport for your flight to Siem Reap, gateway to the legendary Angkor temples. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free to relax or begin exploring independently.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Borei Angkor Resort & Spa (Deluxe Room)
Today, explore the heart of the Angkor civilization. Enter Angkor Thom through the South Gate and visit the Bayon Temple, famous for its enigmatic smiling faces. Continue to the Elephant Terrace and Terrace of the Leper King, followed by Preah Khan, a vast 12th-century monastic complex. Conclude the day at Ta Prohm, where towering trees intertwine with ancient stone ruins.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Borei Angkor Resort & Spa (Deluxe Room)
Rise early for a magical sunrise at Angkor Wat, then explore the temple complex in the cool morning hours. Admire its grand scale, intricate bas-reliefs, and symbolic towers. After breakfast, visit Banteay Srei, renowned for its exquisite pink sandstone carvings. Later, fly to Phnom Penh and transfer to your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh (Guest Room)
This morning, gain insight into Cambodia’s modern history with visits to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the Killing Fields (graphic content; discretion advised). In the late afternoon, enjoy a sunset cruise along the Mekong River, passing floating villages and riverside communities. In the evening, share a home-cooked dinner with a local family for an authentic cultural exchange.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh (Guest Room)
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward flight, concluding your journey through Vietnam and Cambodia.
Meals: Breakfast

