Name: The Best Of Vietnam & Cambodia
Brand: Tour

Route

Hanoi Sapa Ninh Binh Halong Bay Hanoi Hue Hoi An Ho Chi Minh City Ho Chi Minh City Siem Reap Phnom Penh

Duration

18 days / 17 nights

The Best of Vietnam & Cambodia will be shown you all major spots of these both countries in 18 days tour. You will experience the most attractions which are designed or customized for you by Vietnam Best Holidays. We are local tour operator in Vietnam, we know everything clearly here, and know what should suggest you to have the best tour in Vietnam & Cambodia. Walk through Hanoi Old Quarter and enjoy famous culture show namely “Water Puppet Show”. Discover the beauty of endless terrace rice fields, see the real local life at ethnic villages in Sapa, then head for a bamboo boat ride in Ninh Binh (another name called Halong Bay on land) with spectacular scenery. Next, immerse yourself in the space between the sea and the extremely impressive limestone islands of Ha Long Bay (World Nature Wonder), it is really unforgettable experiences. Left northern of Vietnam, you will explore central of Vietnam with Hue’s historic citadel date back Nguyen dynasty. Visit the famous Marble Mountain in Da Nang on the way to Hoi An (a UNESCO heritage site) and see the beautiful streets of Hoi An ancient town in both day or night time. Have a look surprising of the mystery underground tunnels system in Cu Chi and experience the local life, sights of vibrant Ho Chi Minh City. Spend a day exploring fertile fields, orchard gardens and characterized by the Southern region in Mekong Delta.

Say goodbye Vietnam, you will have new adventure the true insights of Cambodia with history, culture, beauty and its unique charm. Visit ancient Siem Riep city, a vibrant city, with alluring coffee ritual, crowded streets, and excellent foods. Discover a perfect combination of the old tradition and modern development in Phnom Penh retaining the pains from the war of Khmer Rouge in the Killing Fields.

Tour Highlights

+ Visit top attraction places in Vietnam such as Hanoi, Sapa, Ninh Binh, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh, Mekong Delta. Visit top attraction places in Cambodia such as Angkor vast complex in Siem Reap, Tonle Sap lake, Artisan D’Angkor, Silk Farm, Phnom Penh.

+ Enjoy activities such as trekking in Sapa, boating in Ninh Binh, kayaking in Halong Bay, boating in Mekong Delta, Tonle Sap lake.

+ Ta Prohm - made famous from the film Tomb Raider and Bayon - whose well-photographed stone heads are very similar the 'face' of the Angkor temples.

+ Experience local cuisine, water puppet show, overnight on train Hanoi - Sapa, overnight on Halong Bay cruise.

+ High quality transportation, friendly local guide.

Note: This is a sample of tour itinerary designed for your reference, it can be customized itinerary as per your requirement, and match your travel expectation such accommodation type, duration, sightseeing attractions so on. Kindly tell me your requirement, we will help you to make a tailor-made tour with much fun time & unforgettable holiday in Vietnam and Cambodia.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Hanoi (N/A)

Upon on arrival at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, you will be warmly welcomed by driver (No Guide) with signboard, then transfer to hotel to check in & leisure (the room is official available after 14:00 pm). The rest time, you will be freely explore Hanoi by your ways. Overnight in Hanoi Meals: None Included: No tour guide, private transfer

Day 2: Hanoi City Tour Full Day - Water Puppet Show (B/L)

Have breakfast at hotel. This morning, we will start a Hanoi tour by visiting outside Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Museum (if visit inside, need take time to wait in queue). Enjoy the architectural and historical aspects of Uncle Ho’s final resting-place. Just next door is Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts. Lying to one side of the Mausoleum is the One Pillar Pagoda founded by King Ly Thai To in 1049 the structure has become an important symbol for the people of Hanoi. Continue to visit Tran Quoc Pagoda on West lake (One of the oldest in Vietnam). Have lunch at local restaurant. After lunch proceed to visit the Ethnology Museum , continue to visit the Temple of Literature . Vietnam’s first university constructed in 1070. It is gardens and well-preserved architecture offers a relaxing glimpse into Vietnam’s past. We will take you past Hoan Kiem Lake to see the peaceful waters and visit Ngoc Son Temple, Walking to visit Ma May ancient house ... finally enjoy Water Puppet Show . Note: + On Monday and Friday morning, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed. + On Monday, Ethnic museums is closed, visit Thang Long Citadel instead of Ethnology Museum. Overnight in Hanoi Meals: Breakfast, lunch Included: Private tour guide, private transfer

Day 3: Hanoi - Drive To Sapa - Cat Cat Village (B/L)

At 08:00 am - 08:15 am: Tour guide will pick you up at the meeting point then depart to Sapa, following Noi Bai - Lao Cai highway. Along the way, you will enjoy by the beauty of northwest mountains, terraced fields are sparkling in sunlight or dim in thick fog. Stop and have a rest in 30 minutes. Have lunch at local restaurant on the way. 13.00 am: Arrive in Sapa, check in hotel. Afternoon: You start trekking to Cat Cat village which is occupied by the Black H’mong tribe . Here, you can see the hydroelectric power station which was built by the French in twentieth century. You will experience the tribal way of life of ethnic minorities while enjoying wonderful views of the terraced rice paddy fields and the waterfall in Cat Cat village . Evening: you are free to explore the charm of Sapa by night, enjoy roasted corn, baked eggs beside charcoal fire or go shopping. Overnight in Sapa Meals: Breakfast, lunch Included: Private tour guide, private transfer

Day 4: Sapa - Lao Chai & Ta Van Village Trekking Tour (B/L)

Have breakfast at hotel. At 08:00 am, tour guide pick you from hotel, and today you will have a trekking day to visit Lao Chai & Ta Van Village , home to H’mong , and Dzay people to understand more about ethnic minority community, enjoy imposing mountain scenery, terraced fields, and marvelous nature. Visit ancient sacred stones with big - small ones which have many unique images, secret sigh. See bridge which made by rattan like Muong Hoa stream . This is an absolutely spectacular walk through stunning scenery inhabited by some of the friendliest people you can meet. Have lunch at local restaurant during visit. After lunch, you continue to explore Ta Van village until you are transferred back to Sapa town. Check in hotel & leisure. Overnight in Sapa Meal: Breakfast, lunch Included: Private tour guide, private transfer

Day 5: Sapa - Morning Free Leisure - Drive Back Hanoi (B)

Have breakfast at hotel. Today, you have whole morning with free time at leisure or you can choose optional tour to visit Fansipan Peak Mountain (need additional fee). 12:00 am, check out hotel & drive back Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi Meal: Breakfast Included: Private tour guide, private transfer

Day 6: Hanoi - Hoa Lu & Mua Caves - Tam Coc - Ninh Binh (B/L)

Have breakfast at the hotel. At 08:00 am, tour guide pick you up at hotel, depart to Ninh Binh province through verdant landscape to visit Hoa Lu, Mua Caves & Tam Coc . Upon arrival in Ninh Binh , you visit Hoa Lu - the Ancient Royal capital of Viet Nam . We will visit Dinh king temple and Le king temple dating back to the 17 th Century. Next, arrival Mua Caves and start an amazing trek up to the top of Ngoa long mountain for watching the spectacular rice valley with sprecious view of the nature. Have lunch at local restaurant. After lunch you will get on bamboo boat - rowed by the local people - in Small River to visit Tam Coc (three caves) on the way. You pass through three enormous caves that provide a brief respite from the intense summer sun. It takes approximately two hours to go up and down the river and along the way, you witness local fisher folk, village life along the river and, of course, the striking limestone karst formations that Tam Coc is famous for. Overnight in Ninh Binh Meals: Breakfast, lunch Included: Private tour guide, private transfer

Day 7: Ninh Binh - Halong Bay - Overnight On Cruise (B/L/D)

Have breakfast at the hotel. This morning, departure from Ninh Binh for the famous Halong Bay . The road will pass by the Red River delta with green paddy fields and rural villages, where hard-work farmers are busy with their farming jobs, plough buffaloes or planting seedling. Upon arrival in Halong Bay, at 12:00-12:30 pm, we’ll take a big boat to cruise the Bay to discover the magnificent beauty of this “ Descending-dragon ” bay, created by thousands odd-shaped limestone rocks and karst grottoes. After a lunch of fresh seafood on board, we can visit the Surprising Grotto , stop for swimming or kayaking, passing floating villages and approach islets to enjoy their beauty in close distance. Back to the boat for dinner late afternoon. Evening attend activities on the boat or relax at your own leisure. Lunch & dinner on the junk. Note: + Program may differ slightly base on cruise ships. I will update exactly itinerary of cruise when tour is confirmed, and cruise is selected. + Private tour guide will not on board together with you, he will wait you at Halong City. On cruise, there another tour guide of cruise will take care you. Overnight on Halong Bay Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner Included: Private tour guide, private transfer

Day 8: Halong Bay - Hanoi - Fly To Hue (B/L)

Breakfast on boat, The Vietnamese call the “East Sea” by a point-oriented name “Eastern Sea”, so you may guess how miraculous it is seeing the sunrise over the islets of the Bay. The boat will take us to go about marvelous areas, where almost each islet has its own name, adopting its shape or reminiscent, including the Fisherman’s Head, Turtle, the Sail, the Incense Burner Rock, the cute Sea Dog Rock or Cock Fighting Rocks and so on. Lunch on boat. Check out and get back to the shore. Private tour guide & driver is waiting you at the bank to take you directly to Noi Bai Airport. At 17:00 pm, you arrive Noi Bai Airport in Hanoi for domestic flight to Hue city . Note: + The flight from Hanoi to Hue have to depart after 18:00 pm. + Proposal flight: VN1549 HAN 19:15 - HUI 20:30 Upon arrival Hue Airport, driver (No Guide) pick up and transfer to hotel, check-in and leisure. Overnight in Hue Meals: Breakfast, lunch Included: Shared tour guide on cruise, private tour guide & transfer to Hanoi airport

Day 9: Hue City Tour Full Day (B/L)

Have breakfast at hotel. At 08:00 am , tour guide will meet you at your hotel then he takes you on tour. We start our excursion by taking a boat trip on Huong River to Thien Mu Pagoda which was built in 17th century on the top of the hill overlooking the river and Truong Son mountain range. This pagoda is one of the oldest Buddhist Pagodas in Vietnam and is not only an iconic simple but also the Buddhist school of Hue City. After visiting this place, we continue driving to Minh Mang Tomb which is located on bank of Perfume River . The master plan of this complex and all the buildings in the opposite sides along the main axis from the triple gates to the tomb looks like a lying body whose head is on the top of the burial place looking over the river. Next, drive to Khai Dinh Tomb which is located on the hill step of Chau E Mountain, the tomb is a blend of Western and Eastern style and built in 1920. Have lunch at local restaurant. Later afternoon we visit to the Imperial and Forbidden City of Hue , most of the contraction sites of a heyday royal dynasty were destroyed during the turmoil of the war for many years but there is still the sense of grace and majestic of the rulers. A royal court music show, a world tangible heritage is on our list of thing we must do. Return to our hotel then free at leisure. Overnight in Hue Meals: Breakfast, lunch Included: Private tour guide, private transfer

Day 10: Hue - Da Nang Sightseeing - Hoi An (B/L)

Have breakfast at hotel. This morning, you will have short free time for leisure before check out hotel. Then, drive to Da Nang, passing by the Cloud Pass (Hai Van Pass) . Upon arrival Da Nang, visit Marble Mountain , Carvings-stone village . Have lunch at local restaurant Then, continue driving to Hoi An ancient town . Once in Hoi An , you will check into hotel and have some free time to explore by your ways. Overnight in Hoi An Meals: Breakfast, lunch Included: Private tour guide, private transfer

Day 11: Hoi An Walking Tour (B/L)

Have breakfast at hotel. This morning, you will have short free time for leisure before you will be taken a day walking tour through the narrow, winding streets of Hoi An’s ancient town, you will discover the charming of Hoi An ancient town by walking to visit a traditional Chinese Communal House, Hoi Kien Temple, ancient Tan Ky Merchants’ Houses, the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge & spending time in Colorful Hoi An Local Market , free time for shopping at Hoi An Ancient Town. Have lunch at local restaurant during visit. After lunch, continue walking through the narrow, winding streets of Hoi An’s ancient town to explore & experience local life of Hoi An citizens. Overnight in Hoi An Meals: Breakfast, lunch Included: Private tour guide, private transfer

Day 12: Hoi An - Fly To Ho Chi Minh City (B)

Have breakfast at hotel, free leisure until driver (No Guide) pick up you to Danang Airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City . Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat Airport , you will be warmly welcomed by driver (No Guide) with signboard, then transfer to hotel to check in & leisure (the room is official available after 14:00). The rest time, you will be free to relax at hotel or explore Ho Chi Minh City by your way. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh Meals: Breakfast Included: No tour guide, private transfer

Day 13: Cu Chi Tunnels - Ho Chi Minh City Tour (B/L)

Have breakfast at hotel. This morning, head to Cu Chi Tunnels . Arriving tunnels, a short introductory video showing how the tunnels were constructed will be given. We then spend time exploring the maze of tunnels including innumerable trap doors, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers and kitchens. Then, drive back Ho Chi Minh City. Have lunch in the restaurant. Afternoon, visit The Reunification Palace, War Remnants Museum, The Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office, Jade Emperor Pagoda, Ben Thanh market. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh Meals: Breakfast, lunch Included: Private tour guide, private transfer

Day 14: Mekong Delta Full Day Tour (B/L)

Have breakfast at hotel. At 08:00 am, tour guide will pick up you at hotel and start a full day to Mekong Delta . It is also known as Vietnam's 'rice basket’-- a fertile area spreading nearly 50,000 sq km. Here the mighty Mekong River ends by splitting itself into nine major tributaries. The Vietnamese name these nine tributaries “ Nine Dragons .” Here’s our schedule that is designed to help you experience local daily activities along the Mekong. Enjoy the scenic journey along way bordered by green rice fields. On arrivals at My Tho , visit Vinh Trang Pagoda . Take a leisurely on boat ride along the river, view stilt houses, fruit plantations and fishing villages along the river bank. Proceed to Tortoise islet , have lunch at orchard garden. Boat ride to An Khanh – a less touristy attraction in Ben Tre, enjoy cruising on a hand-rowed sampan under the shadow of water coconut trees along natural canals, then enjoy seasonal fruit & honey tea and enjoy “ Southern Vietnamese folk music ”, performed by locals. Visit a family business which epitomizes idyllic rural lifestyle, taste the delicious coconut candy & observe the pastoral life as you roam through the fruit plantation and village. Then, drive back to Ho Chi Minh. Check in hotel & leisure. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh Meals: Breakfast, lunch Included: Private tour guide, private transfer

Day 15: Ho Chi Minh City - Fly To Siem Reap (B)

After breakfast at hotel, free leisure until driver (No Guide) pick up you and transfer to Tan Son Nhat airport for your departure flight to Siem Reap. Upon on arrival at Siem Reap International Airport , meet our driver (No Guide) then transfer direct to hotel. The room will be ready at 14:00 pm (Official check in time). Remain of the day is free leisure. Overnight in Siem Reap Meals: None Included: No tour guide, private transfer

Day 16: Siem Reap - Angkor Tour (B/D)

Breakfast at hotel, first visit the South Gate of Angkor Thom which is famous for its series of colossal human faces carved in stone, the impressive Bayon Temple , the Royal Enclosure , Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King . Also, visit to Ta Prohm Temple, one of the area’s most beautiful temples. The temple of Ta Prohm was once used as a location in the famous Hollywood film Tomb Raider . Afternoon, continue to seeing the architectural masterpiece of Angkor Wat . We stroll around this massive monument, exploring the many galleries with columns, libraries, pavilions, courtyards and ponds full of water reflecting the towering temple. Buffet Dinner and enjoy Khmer Traditional Dance Show at local restaurant. Overnight in Siem Reap Meals: Breakfast, dinner Included: Private tour guide, private transfer

Day 17: Siem Reap - Temple Tours - Fly To Phnom Penh (B/L)

Wake up to a fresh coffee and wholesome breakfast, we drive to visit the famous Banteay Srei Temple (Citadel of Women), 35 km from town. On the way back stop at Pradark Village , where you will see the villagers making palm sugar, handicraft for selling to tourist. It’s a nice chance for you to see the local people living at the country side with their struggling for daily life. Continue to visit Banteay Samre Temple and the small circuit, visit the unique brick sculptures of Prasat Kravan , as well Takeo , Thommanon and Chau Say Tevoda . Lunch at local restaurant. Evening, transfer to Siem Reap Airport for a short flight to Phnom Penh. Upon on arrival Phnom Penh Airport , meet with local guide and driver and transfer to check in your hotel. Overnight in Phnom Penh Meals: Breakfast, lunch Included: Private tour guide, private transfer

Day 18: Phnom Penh Tour - Departure (B/L)

After breakfast at hotel, visit the Royal Palace , built by King Norodom in 1866 on the site of the old town, and the Silver Pagoda , located within the grounds of the Royal Palace. The Royal Palace of Cambodia is a complex of buildings although it is generally understood to be the royal abode of the King of Cambodia. Then continue to visit the National Museum . This is one of Phnom Penh's true architectural gems. It house more than 14,000 items; the World’s largest collection of Khmer Art, including sculptures, ceramics, bronzes, and ethnographic objects dating from prehistoric times to periods before, during and after the Khmer Empire. Lunch at local restaurant. Afternoon visit to Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21 prison). This prison was a high school, and used as a prison by Pol Pot's security forces and became the largest center for detention and torture during the rule of the Khmer Rouge. Then visit the notorious Killing Fields "ChoeungEk" 15km southwest of Phnom Penh. This one is the site of brutal executions of more than 17,000 individuals, most of who first suffered through interrogations, torture and deprivation in Toul Sleng Prison during Pol Pot regime (From 1975–1979). Transfer to Phnom Penh International Airport for departure flight. Say goodbye. Thank you for traveling with us. Meals: Breakfast, lunch Included: Private tour guide, private transfer

Things to know

Travel highlights & benefits

+ Accommodation on a twin/double/tripe-share basic with daily breakfast

+ Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)

+ Private door to door transport with air-conditioned

+ English Speaking Tour guide

+ All entrance and sightseeing fees

+ Mineral water daily 2 bottle 500ml/per day tour

+ All taxes & services charge

Not included

+ International Air Fare in & out Vietnam, Cambodia

+ International Air Fare from Ho Chi Minh - Siem Reap

+ Domestic Air Fare from Hanoi - Hue

+ Domestic Air Fare from Da Nang - Ho Chi Minh

+ Domestic Air Fare from Siem Reap - Phnom Penh

+ Beverages and other meals do not indicate in the program

+ Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle

+ Visa fees to Vietnam

- Approval letter for visa on arrival (price depend on your nationality)

- Visa stamping fee at airport: 25 USD/Person

+ Cambodia Visa 30 USD

+ Early check-in and late check-out at all hotels

+ Travel insurance (you must buy it from your country)

+ Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, shopping...)

+ Tipping to tour guide & driver together

- Group with 1-2 Persons: 5 USD/person/day

- Group with 3-5 Persons: 4 USD/person/day

- Group with 6 Persons up: 3 USD/person/day

+ Surcharge for peak season & compulsory dinner on X’mas and New Year’s, Lunar New Year

+ Single room supplement

+ Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities (typhoon, floods), flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes etc.

Need to bring

Net price per person in USD

Options	Net price per person in USD according to number of persons
Options	2-3 persons	4-5 persons	6-7 persons	8-9 persons	Single Room Surcharge
*Standard (3)**	2116	1614	1408	1321	473
*Superior (4)**	2340	1838	1632	1545	658
*Deluxe (5)**	2979	2477	2271	2184	1218

Cancellation Policy service

Recommendation Hotels / Cruises

The hotels / cruises are listed below based on our suggestions & experiences for the best value on this tour. However, Vietnam Best Holidays offers many other options of hotels or based on your choices, with different “star ratings”, allowing you to customize the vacation to meet your expectation and budget. Please tell us for your questions and requests.

(+) Standard (3*)

Location	Accommodation	Room Type
Hanoi	La Dolce Vita 3* http://ladolcevita-hotel.com/	Superior
Sapa	Sunny Mountain Hotel 3* www.sunnymountainhotel.com	Deluxe
Ninh Binh	Tam Coc Rice Fields Resort 3* http://tamcocricefields.com/	Bungalow bamboo with Garden View
Halong Bay	Majestic cruise 3* http://halongmajesticcruise.com/	Deluxe
Hue	Rosaleen Boutique hotel 3* www.rosaleenhotel.com	Superior
Hoi An	Kim An Hotel 3* https://kimanhoianhotel.com/	Superior
Ho Chi Minh	Elios Hotel 3* http://www.elioshotel.vn/	Senior Superior
Phnom Penh	River Home Hotel 3* www.riverhomehotel.com	Superior
Siem Reap	Treaure Oasis Hotel 3* www.www.treasureoasishotel.com	Superior

(+) Superior (4*)

Location	Accommodation	Room Type
Hanoi	MK Premier Boutique Hotel 4* http://mkpremier.vn/	Luxury
Sapa	Bamboo Sapa Hotel 4* http://www.bamboosapahotel.com.vn/	Superior window
Ninh Binh	Legend hotel 4* www.ninhbinhlegendhotel.com	Deluxe
Halong Bay	Syrena Cruises 4* www.syrenacruises.com	Deluxe
Hue	Moon Light Hotel 4* http://www.moonlighthue.com/	Deluxe
Hoi An	La Residencia 4* http://littlehoiangroup.com/la-residencia	Junior Suite
Ho Chi Minh	Northern Hotel Saigon 4* https://www.northernhotel.com.vn/	Deluxe
Phnom Penh	Phnom Penh Hotel 4* www.phnompenhhotel.com	Superior
Siem Reap	Tara Angkor Hotel 4* www.taraangkorhotel.com	Superior

(+) Deluxe (5*)

Location	Accommodation	Room Type
Hanoi	Melia Hanoi 5* https://www.melia.com/en/hotels/vietnam/hanoi/melia-hanoi/index.html	Deluxe
Sapa	Silk Path Grand Resort & Spa 5* http://sapa.silkpathhotel.com/	Classic Room
Ninh Binh	Hidden Charm Hotel & Resort 5* http://hiddencharmresort.com	Deluxe
Bai Tu Long Bay	La Regina Royal Cruise 5* https://lareginacruises.com/ship/la-regina-royal/	Noble Suite
Hue	Imperial Hotel Hue 5* https://www.imperial-hotel.com.vn/	Deluxe City View
Hoi An	Allegro Hoian 5* www.allegrohoian.com	Junior Suites
Ho Chi Minh	Rex Hotel 5* http://www.rexhotelsaigon.com/	Premium - West Wing
Phnom Penh	Sokha Phnom Penh hotel 5* www.sokhahotels.com	Deluxe
Siem Reap	Le Meridien Hotel 5* www.lemeridienangkorhotel.com	Superior

Important notes:

Above hotels is suggested by Vietnam Best Holidays. Kindly feel free to tell us the hotels which you may prefer in each option or combine hotels options at your expectation (tour cost may be changed accordingly).

Kindly note that all of our tour program are privately designed. So that price includes the above-mentioned hotels, sightseeing places, activities, and transportation are by private car and English guide unless otherwise stated. Your tour guide will pick you up from lobby of your hotel in the morning. The guide will tell you exactly time to pick-up on a day before. If you prefer to start next day’s trip earlier or a little later, please tell your guide.

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