Vietnam & Cambodia Off the Beaten Path Tour

On your arrival in Siem Reap, our local driver and tour guide will pick you up from the airport and transfer you to your hotel.

Have the rest of the day at leisure.

In the evening, our tour guide will take you out for a Welcome Dinner that celebrates the unique flavors of the region. Held at a charming local restaurant, this evening promises an unforgettable experience as we indulge in a menu featuring authentic regional dishes.

Overnight in Siem Reap.

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After breakfast, you will visit The Southern Gate of Angkor Thom, the famous Bayon, Baphuon, and Phimeanakas temples, plus Terraces of the Elephant and leper King.

Angkor Thom, which was the last capital of the Khmer Empire is known for its impressive causeway lined with stone figures of gods and demons. All three temples showcase the evolution of Khmer architecture and religious practices over time, each with its unique features and historical significance.

Lunch at a famous local restaurant.

In the afternoon, visit Ta Prohm then explore the Angkor Wat temple, the 7th Wonder of the Ancient World. You will climb up to Bakheng Hill to watch the sunset over Angkor Wat and the surrounding area.

Enjoy the fascinating performance of Cambodia Traditional APSARA dance show. It offers a unique glimpse into the country's cultural heritage while celebrating the beauty and grace of this traditional art form

Overnight in Siem Reap

Today we will discover the countryside of Siem Reap and chat with the locals.

Visit Khmer Traditional houses built on stilts farming areas and a Buddhist monastery.

After lunch, we will visit the floating village of Kompong Phluk or Kompong Khleang located on the shores of Tonle Sap Lake they are known for their unique lifestyle and stunning natural surroundings.

In the afternoon it is back to your hotel.

Overnight in Siem Reap.

After breakfast, our driver will transfer you to Siem Reap Airport for your short international flight to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

On your arrival at Tan Son Nhat Airport, our local tour guide and driver will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

After lunch, our tour guide will take you to visit all the highlights in Ho Chi Minh City.

Notre Dame Cathedral and the General Post Office provide a glimpse into the traditions of French Colonial Architecture and stand as testament to bygone eras.

The Museum of War Remnants provides a sobering look at the Vietnam War through powerful exhibits, photographs, and artifacts that document the impact of the conflict on Vietnam and its people.

Reunification Palace, also known as the Independence Palace. This historic site served as the home and workplace of the President of South Vietnam during the Vietnam War.

Ben Thanh Market offers a unique glimpse into the daily lives of Ho Chi Minh City’s residents while highlighting the city's rich cultural tapestry. Whether you're shopping for souvenirs at Ben Thanh or exploring the vibrant streets of Cho Lon, these destinations promise an enriching experience filled with local flavors and traditions.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Start your day with a hotel pickup and transfer to Ho Chi Minh Pier where you board a luxury speedboat made of high-quality teak wood. Zip along the Saigon River to the infamous Cu Chi Tunnels.

The river cruise takes approximately one hour and local fruit with unlimited refreshments is served on board. Observe life along the riverbanks as your guide informs you about the local people's river-based livelihoods. Enjoy great photo ops of the Saigon River's jungle-fringed canals and tributaries, where you might see houses on stilts or water buffalo at work.

Cu Chi Tunnel is an underground tunnels network constructed by Vietnamese fighters during the struggle for independence. Home to around 10,000 people for several years, it took about 25 years to build the underground city. The tunnel system was an excellent way for the Vietcong to move around the countryside undetected by the Americans.

On arrival, we will watch a short introductory video before exploring the Cu Chi Tunnels, the most famous battlegrounds in the world. We will explore the complex tunnel system and view may craters left from B52 bombing raids.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Today you will travel to Mekong Delta.

Discover the Mekong Delta, a vibrant tapestry of rivers, lush landscapes, and rich cultural heritage in southern Vietnam.

Known as the "rice bowl" of the country, this region is a vital agricultural hub, producing over half of Vietnam's rice and fish.

As you navigate its intricate waterways, you'll encounter bustling floating markets where local vendors sell fresh produce and handmade goods from their boats. Experience the unique lifestyle of the delta's inhabitants, who rely on the river for their livelihoods, and witness traditional crafts such as coconut candy making and rice paper production.

On arrival you will check in to your private bungalows and enjoy lunch at the restaurant.

After lunch, visit the nearby villages, visit local workshop, chat with local farmers.

Overnight at Mekong Delta.

After a buffet breakfast, we take a rowed sampan to visit Cai Be floating market.

These vibrant floating markets are where local traders sell fresh produce, fruits, and handicrafts from their boats. This bustling market is a lively representation of the Mekong Delta's unique culture.

Back to the Mekong Lodge for Lunch.

After lunch we will transfer you to Tan Son Nhat Airport for a short domestic flight to Da Nang.

On your arrival in Da Nang Airport, our local tour guide and driver will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel in Hoi An.

Overnight in Hoi An.

After breakfast our local tour guide will meet you at your hotel and take you to visit the local markets to buy some ingredients for your cooking lesson and learn about the local produce.

Then we make our way to the restaurant for your cooking class with the expert Chef. After your class you can enjoy the food you have prepared for lunch.

After lunch, our local tour guide will meet you in your hotel lobby and transfer you to explore the town of Hoi An, visiting the 400 year old Japanese Bridge, 300 years old Chinese temples and 200 year old Vietnamese former merchants’ houses.

This walking tour provides an intimate look at Hoi An’s cultural tapestry, allowing you to appreciate its historical significance while enjoying the picturesque scenery. Whether you're a history buff, architecture enthusiast, or simply looking to immerse yourself in local culture, this tour promises an unforgettable experience in one of Vietnam's most charming towns.

Our tour guide will walk you back to your hotel to enjoy your evening free at leisure.

Overnight Hoi An.

This morning is at your leisure.

After lunch, you will travel to Hue by private vehicle through the high pass of Hai Van.

Renowned for its spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, this scenic route is approximately 21 kilometers long and offers dramatic landscapes with steep mountains on one side and deep valleys on the other you can enjoy the scenery enroute.

Overnight in Hue.

In the morning, we will visit the ancient village of Phuoc Tich. On this tour you will learn interesting architectural and cultural aspects of Phuoc Tich during our visits to the local ancient houses. You can admire the magical serenity and relics of the Champa Kingdom scattered around the village.

Then we will board a small boat along the river and see how the rural life unfolds itself.

On the way back to Hue, have lunch at a unique garden house.

Then we will visit Hue Imperial City, the home of Vietnam’s last Royal Dynasty, then travel on to Dong Ba Market to see the daily life of local people. Hue, Vietnam’s former Royal Capital, is a city that represents the outstanding demonstration of the power of the vanished Vietnamese feudal empire, including a complex of monuments, tombs and pagodas that attract tourists coming from all over the world.

Overnight in Hue.

Early pick up today at hotel in Hue and we will transfer you to the demilitarized zone along National Way 1A.

This morning we will visit the Ancient Citadel of Quang Tri, Hien Luong Bridge, the Seventeenth Parallel - the border between North and South of Viet Nam during the war and Vinh Moc Tunnel.

In the afternoon, we will follow the Highway No 9, visit Khe Sanh and Suspension Bridge of Dakrong.

Then we transfer to Dong Hoi for overnight.

After breakfast our tour guide & driver will pick you up from your hotel lobby and depart to Phong Nha.

We will take a Dragon boat trip along Son river to Phong Nha Cave and Tien Son Cave. We will first visit Tien Son Cave or normally called as Dry Cave, one of the most spectacular caves in Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park. Found in 1935 by a local inhabitant by accident, Tien Son is 200m above the sea level and is nearly 1km long. The cave features thousands of amazing stalactites and stalagmites naturally shaped in different fairy-tale formations. At this stage, visitors are able to access only 400m of the cave with a light system since the rest of the cave is underground and quite dangerous.

After lunch we will visit the Phong Nha Cave – Water cave.

Just 1km away from Tien Son Cave, Phong Nha is the World Heritage Site of Quang Binh Province since 2003. The cave is well-known for its fame as the oldest Karst Mountain in Asia which formed around 400 million years ago with the longest underground river system 8km long and 50m high. Phong Nha Cave also includes an array of grottoes and chambers such as Bi Ky Grotto, Cung Dinh Grotto.

Overnight in Dong Hoi.

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Dong Hoi Airport for your short domestic flight to Hanoi.

On your arrival to Noi Bai Airport, our local tour guide and driver will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel in Hanoi.

After lunch, you will visit some of Hanoi's famous landmarks including the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first national university as well as the Museum of Ethnology, which showcases Vietnam's diverse cultures through extensive exhibits on the country's various ethnic groups.

Rounding out the afternoon will be a visit to the Women's Museum; the infamous Hoa Loa Prison Museum.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Today your transfer vehicle will collect you from your hotel in Hanoi and convey you to Halong City.

On arrival you will be taken on our tender from the wharf and make your way out onto the bay to board our luxurious craft, Era Cruise. You will be welcomed aboard and greeted with a complimentary drink. After a safety briefing you are free to check into your cabin and freshen up.

As we begin to cruise through the bay a special lunch of fresh seafood and an assortment of appetizing favorites will be served. Dining on a luxury junk with fine food and drinks doesn’t come much better than this.

After lunch, we set sail for Bai Tu Long Bay passing the towns of Hon Gai and Cam Pha, extraordinary limestone karst landscapes. Explore Vung Vieng fishing village by local rowing boats to discover the interesting daily lives of its inhabitants.

In the evening there is a Happy hour with special drink menu (Buy one get another one for free) and then a Vietnamese cooking demonstration which is a great way to learn how to prepare delicious appetizers and we will guide you through the process.

Relish a Special Signature Dinner in restaurant.

Your free time to relax with an exotic cocktail or whatever takes your fancy.

Overnight onboard.

The nicest time of the day on Halong Bay is the morning. Head to the upper deck to participate in our daily Tai Chi sessions. Relax with an early morning cup of tea, coffee or juice anywhere you wish on the boat and watch the never-ending miraculous scenery unfold before you.

A light breakfast will be served in our restaurant (pastries, tea, coffee).

Enjoy the last stage of your trip in Thien Canh Son Cave and islets, which is a wild and mysterious beauty in the middle of the World Heritage area.

Check out of your cabin as we draw closer to the mainland and after a final early brunch, you will board our tender and head back to the wharf where you will be met by your return trip vehicle to transfer you to Hanoi.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Today you will have free time at leisure to shop or relax.

In the evening, our Tour Guide will take you out for a Farewell Dinner.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Today, depending on your flight, our driver will transfer you to Noi Bai Airport for your departing flight.