Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Indochina Revealed - 20 Days
A Private Tour visiting Luang Prabang, Vientiane, Hanoi, Halong, Hue, My Son, Hoi An, Saigon, Mytho & Siem Reap
Indochina Revealed is an adventure encompassing the ancient cultures of Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos . The trip has many highlights. We explore the historical sites of Hue and Hoi An in Vietnam, Luang Prabang in Laos and Angkor Wat in Cambodia - the world's largest ceremonial structure.
Day 1: Hanoi Arrival (D)
Warmly welcome on arrival at Hanoi's Noi Bai International airport, you will be greeted by our guide and transferred to your hotel in town.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2: Ha Noi (B, L)
Ha Noi with tree-lined boulevards, French colonial architecture, peaceful lakes and oriental pagodas and temples date back thousand years ago. This full day tour takes you around Hanoi's most interesting sights, including the Ho Chi Minh Complex, the Old Quarter, Ngoc Son Temple, the Temple of Literature, peaceful West Lake, the sedate Tran Quoc Pagoda and Quan Thanh Temple and one of the city's museums, either the History Museum or the Ethnology Museum.
In the evening, enjoy a traditional Vietnamese water puppet show. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 3: Ha Noi - Ha Long Bay (B, L, D)
Today, you leave Ha Noi for Ha Long Bay via Red river Delta. Passage into the magical bay where thousands of sculpted limestone islands rise from the waves like dragons' teeth. Visit an interesting fishing village with an opportunity to interact with fishermen who have been living in the bay for almost three generations. Enjoy watching the peaceful sunset and cooking demonstration. Overnight on cruise.
Day 4: Ha Long Bay - Hanoi (B, Brunch)
Wake up on the bay to the sounds of waves and bird welcoming the new day. You will have an opportunity to view the sunrise over the bay. Visit a beautiful limestone grotto then walk back to the boat for a final glimpse of Ha Long Bay.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 5: Ha Noi - Flight to Hue (B)
Following breakfast is your free time in colonial Hanoi until transfer to airport for flight to Hue World Heritage site.
Overnight in Hue.
Day 6: Hue (B, L)
We board on a boat for cruising romantic Perfume River surrounding with ancient tombs of emperors past and a visit to some of these tombs will be on the itinerary for today. Thien Mu Pagoda which is considered the unofficial symbol of Hue, and Buddhism Centre in Centre Vietnam. Visit King Minh Mang's tomb and King Tu Duc's tomb.
In the afternoon you embark on a tour to visit the Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City, the Imperial Museum and the Dong Ba market.
Overnight in Hue.
Day 7: Hue - Hoian (B, L)
Leave the World Heritage Hue to another World Heritage Hoi An Ancient town over the Hai Van pass, you stop in Da Nang city to visit Cham Museum and handicraft villages on the foot of Marble Mountain before arriving at charming Hoi An.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 8: Hoi An (B, L)
You enjoy a half day orientation tour of Hoian including the Chinese Assembly Halls, the Japanese Covered Bridge , Phuc Kien Pagoda and Tan Ky House. Then we take a river trip and you will enjoy the scenery along the Thu Bon River and the general view of Hoi An Ancient Town. Visit ceramic village of Thanh Ha, carpentry village of Kim Bong. Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 9: Hoi An - Sai Gon (B)
In the morning transfer to Da Nang Airport for taking your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Going for a city tour of Saigon, including The Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post Office, War Remnants Museum and bustling Ben Thanh Market.
Day 10: Sai Gon - Mekong Delta (B, L)
Enjoy a full-day excursion to explore scenic rice fields, waterways and colorful markets of the Mekong Delta. Cruise along the Mekong tributaries to Cai Be floating market. Then wander into the small villages to visit the orchard and fruit plantation. Keep cruising through a series of small canals to experience the charms of the Upper Mekong Delta. Visit a small family business to see how coconut candies and crispy ‘pop’ rice are made. Discover the rural lifestyles and daily activities of the delta inhabitants.
Overnight in Sai Gon.
Day 11: Sai Gon - Tay Ninh - Cu Chi - Sai Gon (B, L)
This morning you drive to Tay Ninh - Cao Dai Holysee Temple is the cathedral of the Cao Daism religion with the Divine Eye - official symbol of Cao daism. Cao Dai followers worship Jesus Christ, Confucius, Taoism, and Buddha. Here you can observe the midday service. Continue to visit Cu Chi Tunnels, consist of more than 200km of underground tunnels. Today the remaining tunnels have become a major tourist attraction giving the visitor a unique experience and a feel of what underground life during the U.S.-Vietnam War.
Overnight in Sai Gon.
Day 12: Saigon - Vientiane (B)
Free in the morning until transfer to airport and fly to Vientiane - Laos. Meet up at the airport with our guide in Vientiane to be transferred to your hotel.
Overnight in Vientiane.
Day 13: Vientiane - Luang Prabang (B)
Although it is a capital city, Vientiane has the feel of a small provincial town; the wide boulevards are almost devoid of traffic and with its many temples. The tour includes visits to the major temples of Wat Sisaket, Wat Phrakeo and the impressive That Luang Stupa, the country's most important monument. You will also see the Arch of Triumph, the National Museum and shop at the Morning market before transfer to airport for flight to Luang Phrabang.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Day 14: Luang Prabang (B, L)
An optional early start gives you the fantastic opportunity to participate in the daily morning rituals of saffron-clad monks collecting offerings of Alms. Whole day visit Luang Prabang including Wat Xieng Thong, the most beautiful temple, then take the traditional boat trip upstream on the Mekong River to visit the famous caves of Pak-Ou, located at the side of the steep cliff on the bank of the Mekong River housing hundreds of Buddha statues. En route you visit local rice-wine distillery and Ban Phanom weaving village.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Day 15: Luang Prabang (B, L)
Today you visit Morning market, National museum and climb up the Phousi hill for overlooking the city.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Day 16: Luang Prabang - Siem Reap (B)
After touching down to Siem Reap, visit the fascinating ruins of Ta Prohm shrouded undergrowth and the roots of Banyan trees. Exploring Angkor Thom the South Gate, Bayon with 4 enigmatic giant faces, the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King.. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 17: Angkor Wat (B, L)
You will take a drive of 45 km from Seam Reap to Pre Rup and The East Mebon, visit Bantaey Srei and Bantaey Kdei. In the afternoon you visit The World Seventh Wonder Angkor Wat.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 18: Siem Reap - Phnom Penh (B)
Enjoy a new day in this ancient land, take a 2 hour boat cruise on Tonle Sap Lake . In the afternoon you take a short flight to Phnom Penh.
Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 19: Phnom Penh (B, L)
In the morning you visit National Museum, Royal Palace, and Silver Pagoda. Then continue your visit to the riverfront. The view of the confluence of Mekong and Tonle Sap River is the geographically unique, visit Wat Phnom, Yeay Penh’s statue at southwest of the hills. The Victory Monument, it is the symbolize Cambodian Independence regained from French colonialism in 1953. Then visit Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21 prison) and Cheung Ek Killing Field.
Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 20: Phnom Penh Departure (B)
Enjoy your free time for souvenir shopping until transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
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Price for Private Tour: From $1950 per person + Internal Flights - low season (based on 2 adults sharing 3 Star accommodation).
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