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Duration

18 Days/ 17 Nights

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English/Other language upon request

About this tour

Tour Route: Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Sapa – Halong Bay – Quang Binh – Phong Nha – Hue – Danang – Bana Hills – Hoi An – Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta – Siem Reap

Embark on an extraordinary 18-day odyssey through the heart of Vietnam and Cambodia, immersing yourself in vibrant cultures, ancient wonders, and breathtaking landscapes. Begin in Hanoi’s bustling Old Quarter, savoring street foods and exploring historic sites, then cruise the emerald waters of Halong Bay. Trek through Sapa’s misty mountains, discover Ninh Binh’s karst scenery, and delve into Hue’s imperial legacy. Wander Hoi An’s lantern-lit streets, navigate the Mekong Delta’s floating markets, and uncover Ho Chi Minh City’s dynamic spirit. Conclude in Siem Reap, marveling at Angkor Wat’s timeless grandeur and Tonle Sap’s floating villages. With expert guides, comfortable accommodations, and authentic experiences, Indochina Tours crafts a seamless adventure that captures the essence of these captivating lands.

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in Hanoi’s Old Quarter with a street food exploration and enjoy a traditional Water Puppet Show.
  • Discover the historical sites of Hoa Lu Citadel and climb Hang Mua for a panoramic view of Tam Coc and Ninh Binh.
  • Trek through the stunning landscapes of Sapa and visit local villages
  • Explore the magnificent Phong Nha Cave, the longest underground river in the world.
  • Experience the vibrant city life of Ho Chi Minh City and explore the Mekong Delta
  • Visit Siem Reap and explore the ancient temples of Angkor, including Tonle Sap Lake.

Included/Excluded

  • 17-night accommodation with daily breakfast as per detailed itinerary
  • Transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle with experienced driver
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary with authentic local food. Western food is available (upon request) (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner).
  • Local-stationed English-speaking tour guide
  • Entrance fees & permits
  • 2 Days 1 Night in Halong Bay Cruise
  • Hue Group Tour
  • Mekong Delta Deluxe Group Tour 2 Days 1 Nights (Vinh Long – Can Tho)
  • HCM City & Cu Chi Tunnels ½ Day Deluxe Group Tour
  • 1-way Lotus Train from Hanoi to Lao Cai, Sapa
  • 1-way D-car Shared Limousine from Sapa to Hanoi
  • 1-way Local Train from Hanoi to Dong Hoi
  • 1-way D-car Shared Limousine from Quang Binh to Hue
  • Round-way cable car to Bana Hills
  • My Son GROUP TOUR
  • Bottle of drinking water
  • International flights and airport taxes
  • Domestic flights and airport taxes
  • Vietnam Visa stamp (US$ 25.00 per person)
  • Travel insurance with Covid protection term up to $10,000
  • Other meals which are not indicated above
  • Surcharge and Compulsory dinners (if any)
  • Beverages in the restaurants where meals are included
  • Gratuities to guides and drivers
  • Personal and other expenses such as porter, bar bills and laundry not stated in the itinerary.

Itinerary

Arrive at Noi Bai Airport, where your guide and driver welcome you and transfer you to a hotel in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. After a brief rest, embark on a walking tour, savoring street foods like banh cuon, bun rieu cua, and egg coffee at a hidden café overlooking Hoan Kiem Lake. Visit Dong Xuan Market to explore local ingredients, immersing in Hanoi’s vibrant weekend life. Overnight in Hanoi.

Begin at 8:30 AM with coffee on Phung Hung Street, watching trains pass by. Visit the Temple of Literature, a Confucian sanctuary, followed by Quan Thanh Temple and Tran Quoc Pagoda, Hanoi’s oldest Buddhist site on West Lake. After lunch, explore the Ho Chi Minh Complex, including the Mausoleum (exterior), stilt house, and One Pillar Pagoda. Tour Hoa Lo Prison Museum, then enjoy a 1-hour cyclo ride through the Old Quarter. Conclude with a traditional Water Puppet Show. Overnight in Hanoi.

Depart at 8:00 AM for Ninh Binh. Row through Trang An’s limestone caves and valleys, a UNESCO site with over 600 flora and 200 fauna species. After lunch, visit Hoa Lu, the 10th-century ancient capital, with King Dinh and Le temples. Climb 500 steps to Hang Mua’s peak for panoramic Tam Coc views. Return to Hanoi for a night train to Lao Cai, Sapa, with banh mi dinner. Overnight on train.

Arrive in Lao Cai at 6:00 AM and transfer to Sapa. After breakfast, visit Silver Waterfall and drive to Heaven Gate at Tram Ton Pass (2,047m), Vietnam’s highest pass, for stunning Fansipan Mountain views. Stroll lush farms in O Quy Ho, capturing Sapa’s evergreen charm. Check into your hotel. Overnight in Sapa.

Trek to Cat Cat village, pausing at a waterfall and hydroelectric station. Walk through rice terraces to Y Linh Ho, a Black Hmong village, for lunch by the river. Continue through Muong Hoa valley to Lao Chai and Tavan villages, meeting Black Hmong and Giay locals. Return to Sapa by car. Overnight in Sapa.

Enjoy a free morning in Sapa until noon checkout. A shared limousine departs at 2:30 PM, arriving in Hanoi after a 6-hour journey. Overnight in Hanoi.

Depart Hanoi (7:45–8:30 AM) for Halong Bay. Board La Regina Royal Cruise at Tuan Chau Marina, enjoying a welcome drink and safety briefing. Savor lunch while cruising past limestone karsts. Visit Luon Cave for kayaking or rowing, then swim or hike at Titov Island. Enjoy a sunset “Happy Hour,” learn to make spring rolls, and dine on the sundeck (weather permitting). Try squid fishing or relax. Overnight on board.

Join a sunrise Tai Chi session and enjoy a light breakfast. Explore Sung Sot Cave’s panoramic views, then return for a Vietnamese brunch while cruising back to the harbor. Disembark at 11:00 AM and return to Hanoi. Relax at Sojo Hotel near Hanoi Station before boarding the night train (SE1, 20:55–06:53) to Dong Hoi, Quang Binh. Overnight on train.

Arrive in Dong Hoi and enjoy breakfast. Visit Phong Nha Cave, a 7.7km UNESCO marvel with stunning stalactites and an underground river. Sail Chay River’s jade waters, then explore Dark Cave’s mud baths and lakes. Transfer by shared limousine to Hue, checking into your hotel for a restful evening. Overnight in Hue.

Start at 8:00 AM with a dragon boat ride on the Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue’s oldest temple. Explore the Imperial Citadel, a UNESCO site and former Nguyen Dynasty home. Visit Dong Ba Market for local life, then tour Tu Duc and Khai Dinh Tombs, blending Eastern and Western architecture. End at a conical hat and incense-making village, returning by 4:30 PM. Overnight in Hue.

Travel to Hoi An via Highway 1A, stopping at Lang Co Beach and Da Nang’s coastal vistas. At Sun World Ba Na Hills, ride a cable car to the Golden Bridge, explore Le Jardin Garden, and admire French village architecture. Enjoy a buffet lunch, then transfer to Hoi An. Overnight in Hoi An.

Walk Hoi An’s UNESCO-listed ancient town, visiting the Japanese Covered Bridge, Pottery Museum, Tan Ky House, and Cantonese congregation. After free time for lunch, depart at 1:30 PM for My Son Sanctuary, a Cham temple complex. Enjoy a boat ride on Thu Bon River at sunset, then transfer to Da Nang Airport for a flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Check into your hotel and explore at leisure. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Begin at 7:30 AM with the Reunification Palace, a historic landmark. Visit Notre Dame Cathedral (exterior) and the Central Post Office, French colonial gems, then explore the War Remnants Museum. After lunch, drive to Cu Chi Tunnels, touring wartime living quarters, traps, and tasting guerrilla-style tea and cassava. Return to Ho Chi Minh City by 7:00 PM. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Depart at 7:30 AM for Cai Be, cruising the Tien River’s former floating market. Visit villages to see ancient houses and learn about coconut fudge and rice popcorn production. Paddle small canals, enjoy folk music, and cook lunch at a local garden. Cycle through orchards, visit Ba Kiet’s ancient house, and transfer to Can Tho. Overnight in Can Tho.

Cruise the Bassac River to Cai Rang Floating Market, a vibrant Mekong highlight. Tour a noodle factory, visit Munir Ansay Khmer Pagoda, and explore Con Son’s fruit plantations, tasting seasonal fruits. After lunch, return to Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Fly to Siem Reap after a free morning. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel, then visit Prasat Kravan’s brick sculptures, Srah Srang’s royal baths, Banteay Kdei’s concentric walls, and Ta Prohm’s jungle-entwined ruins. Explore Neak Pean’s fountain and Preah Khan’s preserved corridors. Overnight in Siem Reap.

Tour Angkor Thom’s South Gate, Bayon Temple’s 200 smiling faces, Phimeanakas, and Elephant Terrace. Visit Angkor Wat, a 12th-century Khmer masterpiece, and climb Phnom Bakheng for a sunset view. Overnight in Siem Reap.

Cruise Tonle Sap Lake to Kampong Phluk, a floating village with schools and homes adapting to water levels. Return to Siem Reap and enjoy free time before your airport transfer for departure, concluding your journey with Indochina Tours.

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English/Other language upon request

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