Vietnam and Cambodia Uncovered Tour with 9 Reviews by Trafalgar

17 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

48 peopleMaximum group size

5 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Hanoi, Vietnam

Ends

Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Highlights

Hue: Enjoy lunch at one of the great remaining garden houses of Hue where you will gain insight into the lives of the Phan family and admire their fascinating collection of artefacts and mementos from the days of the former Royal Empire.

Hanoi: Enjoy a traditional evening Water Puppet performance in a local theatre. This northern Vietnamese art form beautifully illustrates scenes of rural life and natural history and began approximately a thousand years ago, possibly in the flooded rice fields of Vietnam. Puppeteers stand in waist-high water and manipulate their charges in such a way that you can’t help but be swept up in the legend being told. Each short sketch in the performance relates to the daily life of the people.

Hoi An: Red Bridge Cooking School is a culinary gem in Hoi An. Begin your learning with a welcome drink at Hai Cafe before you explore the bustling central market with your chef, where you’ll select fresh ingredients. Take a boat to the school to enjoy a private cooking class and dine on your creations overlooking the river.

Phnom Penh: Positioned along the Tonlé Sap and Mekong Rivers is Cambodia’s capital city, Phnom Penh. Take an off-the-beaten-track tour by cyclo, a bicycle-powered carriage, through Khmer and French colonial streets where you’ll find churches and Chinese temples down the city’s narrow alleys.

Hanoi: Visit Ho Chi Minh's house in Hanoi.

Hanoi: On a sightseeing tour of the city of Hanoi, see the imposing Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Temple of Literature.

Hanoi: Travel past the colourful shopfronts and street food vendors of Hanoi's Old Quarter on a cyclo tour.

Hai Phong: Visit Viet Hai Village - a small village nestled in the heart of Cat Ba National Park. A World Heritage Site that's known for its diverse ecosystem and rare wildlife, including the endangered Cat Ba langur.

Ha Long Bay: Start your day on beautiful Ha Long Bay with a T'ai Chi class led by a Local Specialist.

Hoi An: Hoi An is famous for its bespoke tailoring, where skilled tailors create custom suits, dresses and more—often in just a day or two. Whether you're after the perfect fit or a stylish design tailored to your preferences, your Travel Director will be on hand to ensure you’re well taken care of throughout your visit.

Hoi An: Cruise down the scenic Cua Dai River on a local boat and experience the art of casting traditional Vietnamese fishing nets. Guided by friendly fishermen, you'll learn this centuries-old technique, adding an authentic and unforgettable adventure to your journey.

Hue: See Hue by land and water today. Enjoy a cyclo tour past the Imperial Citadel and Thien Mu Pagoda before boarding a local dragon boat.

Ho Chi Minh City: Enjoy the sights of the French colonial-era buildings and even a former CIA residential block as you partake in a walking tour of Ho Chi Minh City.

My Tho: Cruise along the canals of Cai Be in a small sampan boat during your visit to this market town.

After a stroll through the streets of Cai Be, meet a local family in their home. Hear stories from your Local Specialist about surviving the Khmer Rouge and learn about the family's handicraft, making paper.

Ho Chi Minh City: Visit the home of the former American Ambassador to South Vietnam in the 1960s.

Ho Chi Minh City: Gain insight into a challenging period of Vietnam's history as you join a Viet Cong veteran on a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, built to protect Viet Cong guerrillas.

Angkor Wat: Join your Local Specialist and immerse yourself in the stories of the celestial nymphs and mystical serpents.

Angkor Wat: Discover the Banteay Srei Temple, also known as the "Citadel of Women" where you can admire delicate 10th-century carvings.

Siem Reap: Dine on traditional Cambodian flavours during a performance of local Apsara dancers and musicians. Marvel at vibrant silk costumes and see the symbolic hand gestures of this historic art form.

Angkor Thom: Enjoy a visit to Angor Thom and admire the iconic sites of the Terrace of Elephants, the Royal Enclosure and the Temple of Bayon.

Wat Damnak: Experience a private blessing with a Monk where a sacred thread is tied around your wrists to protect you against evil spirits.

Phnom Penh: Join your Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour of Phnom Penh's famous landmarks, including a visit to the National Museum.

Choeung Ek Genocidal Center: Visit the Choeung Ek Genocidal Center, a memorial dedicated to the victims who died under the reign of the Khmer Rouge.

Ho Chi Minh City: Have dinner at KOTO restaurant, which supports those affected by poverty to provide opportunities and a vocational education in the hospitality sector. This experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities.

Siem Reap: Experience some truly local traditional crafts such as palm leaf weaving. Your visit directly benefits villagers as we contribute a donation to enable the locals to support the school children with uniforms and books, or towards the upkeep of the elderly villagers' home. Your experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.

Explore Hanoi, Hoi An, Hue, Ho Chi Minh City and Phnom Penh

Visit One Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature in Hanoi, Viet Hai Village in Halong Bay, the Imperial Citadel in Hue, the War Remnants Museum in Ho Chi Minh City, the Cu Chi Tunnels, Siem Reap Old Town, the temples of Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Wat Damnak and Ta Prohm, Wat Phnom, the Royal Palace and the Choeung Ek Killing Fields in Phnom Penh

View Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh's House in Hanoi and the Opera House, Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office in Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City: Originally opened in 1930 as a charming beverage shop owned by the Editor-in-Chief of a French newspaper, the Hotel Grand Saigon has grown into one of Ho Chi Minh City’s most iconic landmarks. Restored to its French colonial glory in 2012, this former meeting point for writers and intellectuals, now offers luxurious rooms and a prime location on Dong Khoi Street, perfect for exploring the city’s vibrant heart.