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Duration: 17 days
Place: Siem Reap - - Hoi An - Hue - Ninh Binh - Sapa - Halong Bay - Hanoi
Meals: 16 Breakfast, 5 Lunch, 3 Dinner
Highlights
- Angkor, meeting the history of the City of the Gods. An incomparable jewel in the heart of a devouring jungle, in an atmosphere respectful of an admirable past.
- Ho Chi Minh, the supercharged city is hectic and agitated
- Hue is a page in the imperial history of the Nguyen dynasty.
- Hoi An is listed as a UNESCO Heritage Site.
- Ninh Binh in a small canoe in a magnificent setting of rice fields and limestone peaks

Itinerary
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Your adventure in Siem Reap has started:
You will be welcomed at the airport then transferred to your arranged hotel for relaxation.
Free time for personal activities.
Overnight at a hotel
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Siem Reap – Angkor Thom – Ta Prohm – Angkor Watt – Apsara Dinner (By Tuk Tuk)
Arriving in Angkor Thom by tuk – tuk :
- Visit the Victory Gate,
- Visit the Bayon,
- Visit the three – tiered Baphuon
- Visit the Royal Enclosure and its small temple, Phimeanakas.
- Pass through the Terrace of the Elephants, once a viewing platform for kings
- See the Terrace of the Leper King with its beautiful carvings of gods, nagas (semi – divine serpents), and dancers.
- Discover the impressive Ta Prohm temple,
- Visit the majestic Angkor Wat temple with exquisite bas – reliefs, a UNESCO World Heritage site.Attend an outstanding Apsara dance show – dinner.
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast, Dinner -
Siem Reap – Kbal Spean – Banteay Srei – Banteay Samre
Cross the Kulen mountain range, a sacred site in Cambodia.
Take a short forest walk to reach Kbal Spean, also known as "The River of a Thousand Lingas", lies deep in the jungle northeast of Angkor and once supplied drinking water to the Angkor site.
Visit Banteay Srei (Hindu, 10th century), also called "The Citadel of Women",
Explore Banteay Samre, a flat Hindu temple from the 12th century dedicated to Vishnu and Shiva,
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Siem Reap – Tonle Sap – Puok Silk – FLIGHT – HCM CITY
Visit the fishing village of Chong Kneas.
Enjoy a local boat cruise on Tonle Sap Lake,
Discover floating villages with bamboo and straw huts.
Learn about traditional fishing techniques.
Visit to the Puok sericulture farm,
Visit to the "Les Artisans d'Angkor" vocational training center to admire wood carvings, stone sculptures, and polychrome lacquer artworks.
Private car transfer heading to the airport in Siem Reap for your flight to HCM City.
You will be welcomed upon arrival at the airport by your driver, followed by a transfer to your hotel.
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
HCM City – Ben Tre – CAN THO
Departure for the lush landscapes of the Mekong Delta.
- Arrival in Ben Tre, one of the Mekong River’s branches.
- Board a motorized sampan for a peaceful cruise along a natural canal, where life unfolds on the water’s edge.
- Visit a traditional brick – making workshop,
- Uncover the traditional art of making rice paper,
- Stop at a coconut and ginger candy workshop,
- Visit a beekeeper and enjoy tasting fruits from the orchard and Vietnamese honey tea while listening to traditional Vietnamese music.
- Take a leisurely walk through a tranquil landscape of coconut groves and lush greenery,
- Aboard a small boat, meet a local farmer dedicated to the traditional craft of mat weaving
- Travel to Can Tho, the largest town and trading centre in Mekong Delta.
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch -
Can Tho – Cai Rang Floating Market – HCM City – FLIGHT – DA NANG – HOI AN
Early morning cruise through the canals to witness daily life shaped by water and trade, and to explore Cai Rang, the largest floating market in the Mekong Delta.
Then, visit a charming colonial – era house and stroll through a nearby orchard
Before leaving, wander through the lively market of Can Tho, filled with local flavors and produce, before driving back to Ho Chi Minh City in the late afternoon.
Transfer to the airport in HCM City for your departure flight to Da Nang.
Upon arrival, you will be welcomed then privately transferred to Hoi An.
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Take in the breath of fresh air that is the riverside port town of Hoi An. The historic and quaint Hoi An is perfect for exploring :
- A delightful stroll through the old town of Hoi An,
- Explore the ancient port of Hoi An with a short walk beneath the last rays of the setting sun,
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Enjoy free time to wander the Hoi An ancient town.
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Hoian - My Son - Hue: 165 km - 3h3
Departure for My Son and visit the Cham archaeological site,
During this visit, we invite you to enjoy a lovely performance of "Khmer" dances, adding to the cultural richness of the experience.
On the way back, make a stop at the "Potter's Village" of Thanh Ha,
In the afternoon, transfer by private car from Hoi An to Hue.
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Hue - Hanoi: 1h30
- Visit the Imperial City of the Nguyen Dynasty,
- Enjoy a relaxing boat cruise along the famous Perfume River, heading to the Thien Mu Pagoda (Pagoda of the Celestial Lady), dating back to 1601
- Explore the tombs of the Nguyen Dynasty,
- Visit the tomb of Emperor Minh Mang,
- At lunchtime, our guide will be happy to take you to one of the best local spots to try Hue's specialties.
- Hue is renowned for its exquisite Ao Dai, the traditional Vietnamese dress. Take a stroll through the Dong Ba market,
- In a nearby village, discover the art of incense – making,
- Visit Thuy Xuan Village,
Transfer by private car with driver to Hue airport for the flight to Hanoi.
Upon arrival, you will be welcomed then privately transferred to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Hanoi – "Halong Bay on land" – NIGHT TRAIN – LAO CAI
Leave the bustling streets of Hanoi behind and journey south to Ninh Binh, a peaceful countryside escape just two hours away by car
- Board a traditional sampan for a peaceful 2-hour ride along the Ngo Dong River,
- Glide through the still waters and pass through the mysterious Tam Coc caves,
- The specialty of Ninh Binh is goat meat and crispy rice.
- Cycle through the countryside to reach Bich Dong Pagoda,
- Wrap up your journey in Hoa Lu, once the cradle of Vietnamese royalty. Wander through the atmospheric temples of the Dinh and Le Dynasties, surrounded by the echoes of a thousand years of history.
- Drive back to Hanoi at the end of day.
Around 8:30 PM – 9:00 PM, privately transfer to Hanoi Railway station for the night train to Lao Cai.
Nuit à bord du train.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch -
Lao Cai – Sapa – Y Linh Ho – Lao Chai – Ta Van – Homestay
Private transfer to Sapa for a full day of trekking through spectacular mountain scenery and vibrant local culture.
Day of trekking in the Sapa region – Encounters with ethnic minorities among rice terraces
- Set off from Y Linh Ho Village, nestled in the stunning Muong Hoa Valley,
- Enjoy a 6 – kilometer trek through terraced rice fields to the village of Lao Chai, home to the Black H’Mong ethnic group.
- After a well–deserved lunch break, continue with a gentle 2 – kilometer walk to the village of Ta Van, inhabited by the Giay ethnic group.
Overnight at a homestay
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner -
Bac Ha Local Market (only Sunday) – Ban Pho - Lao Cai – BUS – Hanoi
Every Sunday, the town of Bac Ha comes alive with the most colorful and authentic market in northern Vietnam
Here, you’ll encounter Flower H’Mong, Tay, and Phu La people, all gathering in a dazzling display of colors and culture.
The market is a feast for the senses – vibrant, bustling, and full of life. You’ll find local handicrafts, rice wine, spices, meat, fruit,
After the market, continue with a visit to the baroque – style palace of the H’Mong chief, Hoang A Tuong,
In the afternoon, explore Ban Pho Village, home to both colorfully dressed H’Mong and Tay people.
In the late afternoon, your guide will take you to the bus station in Sapa for the 5 – hour journey back to Hanoi.
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Hanoi – Bai Tu Long Bay UNESCO Label – CRUISE and NIGHT Onboard
- Arrive at Halong International Cruise Port, welcome aboard, and safety briefing.
- Check in to your private cabin.
- Enjoy lunch onboard while taking in the stunning views of Bai Tu Long Bay.
- Visit Thien Canh Son Cave, where you can explore the natural beauty of the cave with unique stalactites formed over thousands of years.
- Join a kayaking excursion to discover the limestone islands in the bay.
- Back to junk for refreshing and enjoying your relaxing time on the sundeck.
- Join a Vietnamese cooking class.
Dinner: Savor fresh seafood with an exquisite menu of carefully crafted dishes, beautifully presented, and served by qualified staff.
After dinner, free evening or experience squid fishing before retiring.
Overnight on board
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner -
Enjoy the morning view of the beautiful landscape with a cup of coffee or tea. Have breakfast in the fresh air.
- Visit Vung Vieng Fishing Village by kayak or local rowboat. Discover the cultural life of fishermen and learn how to drive a boat under the instruction of local people, or have a fisherman rowing boat for you.
- Back to the boat.
- Check out of the cabin and start cruising towards the harbor while a set lunch is served.
- The entire crew will greet you and thank you as you arrive at the port at 11h30.
- Transfer back to Hanoi.
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch -
Begin your journey by unravelling the Vietnamese culture and history in the Vietnamese capital:
- Start the day at the Ho Chi Minh Complex and Ba Dinh Square,
- The visit includes the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (viewed from the outside), Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House, the Presidential Palace, the Ho Chi Minh Museum, and the iconic One Pillar Pagoda,
- Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda,
- Visit the Temple of Literature,
- Explore the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology,
- Grab a Vietnamese coffee while waiting for the train to pass by at the Train Street.
In the evening, enjoy a Water Puppet Show – a traditional and ancient art form that is unique to Vietnam.
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Enjoy your free time for personal activities until your private transfer to the airport for your international departure flight.Meal: Breakfast
Inclusions
The travel cost varies depending on the season, type of accommodation, and number of travelers
Included
- All accommodation in suggested hotels
- All flights mentioned in program
- All meals as mentioned in the program
- All transfers by private car and a professional driver
- All other transportation used for travel: sampan, small boat, etc.
- A professional English – speaking guide at each stage the entire time (except during free time)
- All tours as per the designed program
- All entry fees for places you visit
- All the entertainment and shows mentioned in the program
- All program activities (cycling, bike, kayak, or others...)
Excluded
- International flights to and from your home country
- Beverages, personal expenses and other services not clearly mentioned
- Tipping guides and drivers, which are of course not mandatory, but always appreciated, are subject to your discretion
- Travel insurance of any kind that you subscribe to personally
- Any free time services: including car and driver, tour guide, lunch and dinner
BOOKING POLICY
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