Overview
Discover the timeless charm of Vietnam and Cambodia on this carefully crafted 7-day journey filled with cultural treasures, scenic landscapes, ancient temples, and unforgettable local experiences.
From cruising through the breathtaking limestone islands of Halong Bay and exploring the vibrant Mekong Delta to witnessing the mystical beauty of Angkor temples in Cambodia, this itinerary offers the perfect blend of nature, heritage, and relaxation.
Ideal for couples, families, and first-time Southeast Asia travelers looking for a short yet immersive international holiday.
Highlights
- Explore the vibrant capital city of Hanoi
- Overnight Luxury Cruise Experience in Halong Bay
- Kayaking, Cave Visits & Sunset Experiences in Halong
- Discover Ho Chi Minh City & Mekong Delta Life
- Visit Coconut Candy Villages & Bee Farms
- Guided Tours with Local English-Speaking Experts
Itinerary
Upon your arrival time, our English speaking guide will meet and welcome you at NoiBai international airport. Transfer you to Hanoi downtown for check in.
The rest of day is your free day to discover Hanoi by yourself.
Stay overnight at hotel in Hanoi.
Inclusion: Transfer, guide, dinner and hotel.
Your morning departure from your hotel in Hanoi to Halong Bay takes you on a journey through the rich farmlands of the Red River Delta. Observe everyday life of Vietnamese Villages as you see the villagers work the local rice fields, take live pigs to market on bicycles and plough the fields with their large water buffaloes.
Arrive in Halong and board a traditional sailing junk. As the vessel sets sails, you will be greeted by the Crew Team who will aim throughout your stay at providing you with the highest standards of service for a pure pleasure and utmost comfort onboard. Discover some of the treasures disseminated across the Bay of the Descending Dragon during the afternoon: fascinating caves, pristine beaches, picturesque floating villages, fantastic rock formations rising up out of emerald water. While onboard, you can take advantage at leisure of the cruise services; surrounded by a stunning setting in motion, you could attend our chef's cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking.
Defined to be one of the highlights of your stay, a highly refined, innovative and varied cuisine will be presented for Lunch and Dinner in the elegant dining-room, accompanied by a wide selection of wines and beverages (with extra charge applied) for drink).
In the evening enjoy the entertainment activities as movie night, squid fishing or just enjoying a cocktail surrounded by limestone rocks majestically springing out from silent waters in the night.
Stay overnight in a cruise in Halong.
Inclusion:Transfer, guide, entrance fee, all meals, junk/boat, hotel.
Early birds can attend a Tai Chi demonstration on the sundeck at the break of dawn. Start the day enjoying some delights with a light breakfast and follow by a colorful brunch. . Continue exploring Halong Bay sailing across its 2000 islets and visiting some of its major highlights.
Around 12:00, hit the road to get back Hanoi for dinner then transfer to airport for flight to Ho Chi Minh City
After the tour, transfer to NoiBai airport for flight to Saigon in the late afternoon.Stay overnight at hotel in Saigon.
Inclusion: Transfer, guide, entrance fee, all meals and hotel.
Today takes you to My Tho, the capital of Tien Giang Province. Situated on the Mekong River, 75 kilometers southeast of Ho Chi Minh City, the city is surrounded by orchards and rice fields, which produce grain for the entire country. Visit one or two of the islands that produce traditional handcrafts, coconut candy and bee farms. Visit the VinhTrang Pagoda, the oldest one in the delta on your boat trip on the Mekong River.
Inclusion: Transfer, guide, entrance fee, local boat, all meals and hotel.
Breakfast at your hotel then you will be transferred to airport for flight to Siem Reap. Welcome to Cambodia, you will meet our tour guide in the airport then he will take you to hotel in Siem Reap. Lunch at your own account.
In the afternoon, we visit to Banteay Srei temple(10th century) and Ta Prohm, regarded as the jewel in the crown of classical Khmer Art. Then continue your visit to Banteay Samre, build in the third quarter of the 12th century. it consists of a central temple with four wings preceded by a hall and accompany by two libraries, the southern example remarkably well preserved.
Continue to visit Ta Prohm, one of the area’s most beautiful temples; Ta Prohm has been relatively untouched since it was discovered and retains much of its mystery Transfer back to hotel for overnight.
Inclusion:Transfer, guide, entrance fee, breakfast, dinner and hotel.
Transfer to airport for your departure flight. See you again. Inclusion: Transfer, breakfast.
Cost
The Cost Includes
- Airport Transfers
- Accommodation in 3★ / 4★ Hotels
- Overnight Halong Bay Cruise
- Daily Breakfast
- Local English-Speaking Guides
- Sightseeing & Excursions Mentioned in Itinerary
- Mekong Delta Boat Tour
- Entrance Fees During Included Tours
- Internal Transfers & Transportation
The Cost Excludes
- International Airfare
- Vietnam & Cambodia Visa Charges
- Travel Insurance
- Personal Expenses
- Tips & Porterage
- Optional Activities
- Meals Not Mentioned
- Beverages During Meals
FAQs
Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.
On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.
The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.
Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay a certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, a hot water facility could be free at a lower elevation.
No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.
Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.
Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during the offseason.
It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.
For the Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.
