Vietnam to Cambodia: Ho Chi Minh City, Siem Reap & Beach Bars Tour by G Adventures

11 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

12 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 35 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Ends

Siem Reap, Cambodia

Highlights

Explore Sam mountain and Hang cave Pagoda by motorbike.

Wander through the moss covered ruins of Monivong Bokor National Park.

Drink a beer on the beach in Koh Rong.

See the cities on your terms with free time Phnom Penh and Siem Reap

Itinerary

Pack your bags, traveller — we’re doing Vietnam and Cambodia in just 11 epic days. From buzzing Ho Chi Minh to legendary Siem Reap, this trip has it all. Feast on street food, hop on a motorbike, and wander bustling markets. Cruise through rural river life, stretch out on sun-drenched beaches, and explore ruins that look straight out of another world. Who says you can’t do it all? Spoiler: you can.

day 1 - Ho Chi Minh City

Arrive at any time, and choose to kick back at the hostel, or head out to explore the city before meeting up with fellow Roamies in the evening. Hungry? Let's head out on a street food walk sampling the best of local dishes and delicacies Ho Chi Minh City has to offer. Delish!

Meal:Dinner

Included Activities:Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr, Ho Chi Minh City Street Food Crawl

day 2 - Ho Chi Minh City/Châu Đốc

Ready to hit the road? Catch your private ride to Chau Doc in the famed Mekong delta then let's go full on local! Jump on the back of a motorbike and explore. Zoom up to the mysterious Hang Pagoda on the slopes of the mountain and mix with the many pilgrims who visit here. It's time to get zen–inhale the ever-burning incense, observe the rituals and dissolve into the background of chanting and temple bells. After, ride up to Sam Mountain and gaze in awe at the stunning views of the sunset over the surrounding delta. No need to pinch yourself, you really are here!

Meal:Breakfast

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 6.5 hr - 7.0 hr Distance : 220 km

Included Activity:Sam Mountain Excursion by Motorbike

day 3 - Châu Đốc/Kampot

Up late with your mates? Shake it off as today it's on! Hop in for a sunrise boat trip and watch the river come alive. Next, stop at a small village and fish farm before your visit to Chau Doc Market where you will see vendors selling all manner of wares, food, and drinks–feel free to grab a tea or hot noodles! Tired? No worries you can catch a nap on the drive to the Cambodian border before heading to the fishing village of Kep. Follow in the footsteps of the legendary Anthony Bourdain and explore the famous seafood market. Your CEO will pick the best crabs pulled directly from the sea and you'll dine on pepper crab on the spot. It doesn't get any more real than this. Ready for some down time? Us too–let's head to the hostel in Kampot and kick back for a bevvie (or three.) Cheers!

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 4.5 hr - 5.0 hr Distance : 160 km

Included Activities:Chau Doc Market, Border Crossing (Vietnam - Cambodia), Kep Market Visit with Lunch

day 4 - Kampot

Freedom! Today is all yours to explore the sleepy town of Kampot. Looking to chill? That's easy–wander along the river and jump in for a swim, take a yoga class or hang at the hostel with your new-found friends. Want a bit more activity? No problem, your CEO has lots to suggest. Spice things up with a visit to a pepper farm, explore the countryside on a tuk tuk tour or sit back with a beverage on a sunset river cruise. Just don't forget to catch up on your posts–EVERYONE is waiting to see what you do next. Enjoy!

Meal:Breakfast

Optional Activities:Rabbit Island Excursion Visit this undeveloped tropical island to enjoy beautiful white sand beaches. Walk the island’s perimetre passing beaches and mangroves along the way (about 3 hours). , Kampot Pepper Farm Tour , Sunset Cruise Kick back, relax, and enjoy the water views on this peaceful cruise into the sunset., Cycle Tour Join the tour and hop on a bike – it’s one of the best ways to see Kampot and the countryside. , Tuk Tuk Tour

day 5 - Kampot/Koh Rong

Ready for adventure? Head out to Monivong Bokor NP, a wild area known for its palace ruins overtaken by nature and spotted with stunning works of graffiti. Your CEO will lead you around this bizarre contrast of lush jungle and ruins, and jaw dropping coastal views. Now, are you ready for the beach? Of course you are! Travel to Serendipity pier and catch a ferry to the remote island of Koh Rong. Drop your bags at the hostel and head directly to the beach. Searching for paradise? Guess what, you're already there.

Meal:Breakfast

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 2.5 hr - 3.0 hr Distance : 130 km, Ferry Duration : 1.0 hr

Included Activity:Monivong Bokor National Park Visit

day 6 - Koh Rong

Trust us, Koh Rong Island is one of those places you'll talk about for years; the island boasts pristine white sandy beaches, warm crystal-clear ocean waters, a hot tropical climate, and is off the beaten track. No need to pinch yourself, yes–you really are here. This is the island of your dreams and you'll have the entire Day to enjoy it. Dive into the calm waters of the Gulf of Thailand, then stretch out and catch same rays. Feel free to chill in a hammock under a palm with a cold drink. No matter what angle you snap your pic, it's absolute perfection. You totally deserve this!

Meal:Breakfast

day 7 - Koh Rong/Phnom Penh

Jump back on the ferry to the mainland and swing by a few small villages that make up the Chambok community. We'll set you up with a local guide to get an insider's peak at daily life in these rural villages. Feeling hungry and creative? The local women will get you sorted with a delicious Khmer lunch and then teach you how to make traditional necklaces and bracelets–perfect souvenirs to bring home for your friends. Ready for the big city again? Excellent, as your last stop is Phnom Penh with fantastic nightlife to dive right into. Are you ready to party? Dumb question.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Transport:Ferry Duration : 1.0 hr, Private Vehicle Duration : 4.0 hr - 5.0 hr Distance : 230 km

Included Activity:Chambok Community Visit and Lunch

day 8 - Phnom Penh

You have a whole Day ahead of you to experience Phnom Penh as you please. Reflect on history with an excursion to Tuol Sleng Museum (S-21 Prison) and Choeung Ek (Killing Fields). Or check out the National Museum, Silver Pagoda and Royal Palace. Your CEO has lots of suggestions–just ask. Later, reconnect with fellow Roamies to soak up the nighttime vibe on a thrilling cyclo ride around the busy streets. Hungry? Good, because we stop by one of best restaurants in Phnom Penh for dinner.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Optional Activities:Tuol Sleng Museum (S-21 Prison) & Choeung Ek (Killing Fields) Half-Day Guided Tour Tour these sombre, yet serene, sites with a guide. Learn about the dark history and devastation that occurred at Security Prison 21 (S-21). Used by the Khmer Rouge regime, it is now Tuol Sleng Museum. Visit the killing fields of Choeung Ek, where the grounds now stand as a powerful memorial filled with victims’ skulls and mass graves., Silver Pagoda Visit Tour the Royal Palace complex to see the neighboring Silver Pagoda (aka the Temple of the Emerald Buddha). See the many magnificent treasures inside this beautiful vihara (Buddhist monastery), including its floor lined with more 5,000 tiles of silver., National Museum Visit Wander the galleries of the National Museum to see amazing works of art from Cambodia's "golden age" of Angkor. Visit the museum’s lovely courtyard before you leave.

day 9 - Phnom Penh/Siem Reap

Hit the road and settle in for the drive today-don't worry, you'll have plenty of stops along the way. Deep fried tarantula anyone? Test your fear factor at the infamous skun insect and spider market offering a wide selection of deep fried creepy-crawlies for you to sample. Close your eyes and CRUNCH! After regaining your senses, you’ll visit a silk farm for a demonstration of this age-old weaving practice; a perfect place to pick up a souvenir or two. Continue on to Sambor Prei Kuk, a UNESCO world heritage site which predates Angkor by 100 years. Explore these less-visited ruins and fill your feed with awesome pictures of the forest-encased ancient temples. Arrive in Siem Reap with plenty of time to check out the nightlife. Cheers to another epic day!

Meal:Breakfast

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 6.0 hr - 7.0 hr Distance : 320 km

Included Activities:Skun Insect Market Visit, Visit Santuk Silk Farm, Tour Sambor Prei Kuk Ancient Site

day 10 - Siem Reap

Ready for adventure? You have the full Day to choose from a multitude of activities. Visit Tonle Sap floating village or go for the big ticket item and visit the massive temple complex of Angkor Wat. Choose to channel your inner tomb-raider and explore with a local guide-your followers will thank you for these shots. Ready to eat? Jump in a tuk tuk and head to the G Adventures-supported New Hope training restaurant for a scrumptious Khmer dinner. Ready to party now? The evening is yours to hit the night market or join a bar crawl along Siem Reap's famed "pub street." Who needs sleep anyways?

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Transport:Tuk-Tuk

Included Activity:Local Khmer Meal

Optional Activities:Angkor Wat Guided Tour Enjoy a tour of the impressive ancient ruins with a local guide. Explore magnificent Angkor Wat temple--Visit the enigmatic faces of Bayon within the walled city of Angkor Thom, and tour Ta Prohm (aka the "Tomb Raider" temple), which is slowly being swallowed by the jungle., Tour Tonle Sap Floating Village Entrance Fee , Phare Circus Enjoy a stellar performance by Phare, a unique and socially conscious circus that injects Cambodian culture and history into its inspiring shows. See acrobatics, contortion, and aerial arts melded with theatre, modern dance, and more. Take in stories of war, relationships, and discrimination, inspired by the real-life experiences of Phare’s creators and performers.

day 11 - Siem Reap

Say goodbye to your Roamies and depart at any time.

Included Activity:Departure Day

Vietnam to Cambodia: Ho Chi Minh City, Siem Reap & Beach Bars

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Accommodation

Hostel (multi-share 7 nights); Simple hotel (twin-share 1 night); Simple Beach Bungalow (multi-share 2 nights)

Meals

9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
Note: Allow USD105-140 for meals not included.

Transport

Private vehicle, motorbike, boat, ferry, walking, cyclo, tuk-tuk.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Included activities

Your G for Good Moment: Local Khmer Meal, Siem ReapYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Foodie Moment: Ho Chi Minh City Street Food Crawl, Ho Chi Minh CityStreet food crawl in Ho Chi Minh CitySam Mountain Excursion by MotorbikeSunrise boat trip in Châu ĐốcKep Market Visit with Lunch (Cambodia)Monivong Bokor National Park Visit (Kampot)Ferry boat from Sihanouville to Koh Rong and backChambok Community Visit and LunchCyclo ride around Phnom Penh in evening + dinner at a good local restaurantVisits to Skun Market and Santuk Silk FarmTour of Sambor Prei Kuk Anicent SiteVisit Rong Klua Market

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