EXPLORE VIETNAM AND CAMBODIA

Day 01. Arrive Hanoi

On arrival at Noi Bai airport, our local tour guide and driver will pick us up and
transfer to the centre of Hanoi then check-in at hotel. This afternoon, we visit Temple
of Literature, Vietnam’s first university. Constructed in 1070, the gardens and well-
preserved architecture offer a relaxing glimpse into Vietnam’s past. Stop at Ba Dinh
Square and take photos of Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum from outside. We then visit
Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple then take a cycle tour around the Old Quarter of
Hanoi. Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi.

Day 02. Hanoi Halong Hanoi

This morning, we start our journey east through picturesque rice-farming villages of
the Red River Delta, where we see everyday Vietnamese village life to reach to
Halong Bay, a Natural World Heritage as designated by UNESCO since 1994 and
2006. Upon arrival in Halong, transfer to the pier and board a charming traditional
wooden junk for cruising through the Bay. The cruise passes by rock formations with
such names as Stone Dog, Incense Burner (Dinh Huong), and Fighting Cock (Ga
Choi) while seafood lunch will be served on board. At the core of the islets, there is a
wonderful cave to visit called Thien Cung (Heavenly Residence Grotto). You visit the
cave or just choose to relax on the boat. After 4 hours of cruising and exploring the
Bay, we disembark at Halong pier and return to Hanoi. Overnight at the hotel in
Hanoi. (B)

Day 03. Hanoi Fly To Saigon City Tour

Today after breakfast at hotel and check out hotel. Later, we transfer to the airport for flight to Saigon (now known as Ho Chi Minh City) – the most hectic and business city of Vietnam. Upon arrival, pickup by our local guide from the airport and transfer
to the city centre to check in hotel. In the evening, begin our city tour at the Reunification Palace. Inside are detailed photographic exhibitions outside is a
collection of tanks, planes and weapons. A powerful experience, this museum is guaranteed to provoke strong emotions. Pass by classic European-style landmarks
such as the ornate City Hall (Hotel De Ville), the old Opera House (both may only be
viewed from the outside), and pay a quick visit to the neo-Romanesque Notredame
Cathedral and the Central Post Office. Overnight at the hotel in Saigon. (B)

Day 04. Saigon - Mekong Delta - Saigon

Today upon arrival, embark on the boat cruising on the mighty Mekong River viewing
the life to the local people live along the banks. We stop at one of 4 island in the area
for sightseeing. Enjoy the fresh tropical fruits served in the heart of the garden
accompanied by traditional southern Vietnamese folk music at the plantation. After
that you will embark on the small boats rowed the local people thru the small cannels
with water coconut tree to visit the local factories. After that enjoy the horse-cart trip
through the tranquil road of the village. We continue getting on the big boat to visit
the vast area. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant. This afternoon, drive back to
Saigon with stop to visit Vinh Trang pagoda, a famous pogoda in the area that its
architecture is a mix of Chinese, Cambodian, and French culture. Overnight at the
htoel in Saigon. (B)

Day 05. Saigon -Cu Chi Tunnels - Siem Reap

Today after breakfast visit Cu Chi Tunnels, one of the few remaining monuments to
the Vietnam War. Beneath the ground lie 200 km of tunnels, dug by hand and
inhabited by the forces of the Vietnamese guerillas during the conflict. At its peak,
prior to the Tet Offensive in 1968, the tunnel complex was base to almost 10,000
troops. To this day, it remains one of the most impressive examples of how fierce the
war used to be. You even can try to crawl some dozens of m on the tunnel
underground to have the real experience.
Transfer to the airport for flight to Siem Reap. Upon arrival in Siem Reap, pick up by
our local tour guide from the airport and transfer to check in hotel. At leisure for the
rest of the day. Overnight in Siem Reap. (B)

Day 06. Full Day Angkor Tour

This morning, we explore South Gate of Angkor Thom known as Big Angkor. The
famous Bayon Temple was an architectural muddle, in part because it was
constructed in a somewhat piecemeal fashion for over a century. Terrace of the Leper
King is at the north end of the Terrace of the Elephants, a double terrace wall with
deeply carved site as, demons and other mythological beings. Last visit Ta Prohm
temple which is a wonderful combination of human genius and natural beauty. After
that we visit Angkor Wat temple, the Cambodia's ancient temple, one of the wonders
of the oriental world. It is a replica of the universe according to the Hindu mythology.
Overnight at the hotel in Siem Reap. (B)

Day 07. Siem Reap. Departure

This morning you will be transfer to airport for the flight back home or your next
destination. (B)