Vietnam and Cambodia
Discover Treasures of South Indochina 10days
Tripcode:
DTSI10D
- Private tour & for your group only
- Date of departure is at your wish
- Start from HCMC & end in Siem Reap or vice versa.
Indochina is a land of contrasts, where foreign cultures clash with ancient values and technological advancement goes hand in hand with a centuries old way of life.
Rice paddy fields and buffalos meet bustling urban metropolises, where hand drawn carts jostle for space with motorbikes – nowhere else in the world quite exhibits the contrast between old and new like Southeast Asia.
And now, for those looking to explore the urban chic, wonderful nature and charming heritage of this exotic corner of the world, a new ten-day tour from Luxury Travel looks to have all the bases covered, taking in Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam and Siem Reap in Cambodia.
Beginning in Vietnam’s dynamic capital, also known as Saigon, you will be able to explore the city’s colorful markets, its designer shops and its delicious foods.
The legendary Cu Chi Tunnels offer a chance to relive the horrors of the Vietnam War, while an eclectic religious ceremony at the Cao Daism temple provides an insight into a unique fusion of the region’s most prominent religions.
To explore the traditional side of life in Vietnam, you can also take a longboat trip around the Mekong Delta and its charming narrow canals.
From Saigon, you fly to Siem Reap in Cambodia. Teeming with exquisite natural beauty, gorgeous architecture and an orgy of history, the ancient city of Cambodia is fast becoming one of Southeast Asia’s must-see attractions. Angkor Wat is resplendent as the world’s largest religious monument – a true wonder of the world.
Local charm and untold luxury are combined with fun-filled activities in this action packed Southeast Asian tour. Accommodation is provided in hotel state rooms where no comfort is spared, including a daily breakfast together with a candlelit dinner each night.
Other activities include a health and beauty spa, guided visits to local museums, dance classes, full-day shopping trips and a charted boat cruise on the famous Tonle Sap Lake.
Discover Treasures of South Indochina 10days |
Day 1: Arrive HCMC (D)
Warmly welcome on arrival at HCMC's Tan Son Nhat International airport. Transfer to your hotel in town. Welcome dinner at a most recommended restaurant. Overnight in HCMC.
Day 2: HCMC(B/L)
Morning private city touring of HCMC. Ho Chi Minh city, formerly known as Saigon, is the largest and busiest city in Vietnam with a population of 7 million people. Much of the daily life takes place on the streets, which are lined with shops, stalls and vendors with their wares spread out on the footpath.
Don't miss the bustling Ben Thanh Market, the moving, the War Remnants Museum , The Reunification Palace and Notre Dame Cathedral. Afternoon you are free at leisure. Ho Chi Minh City with its numerous shopping malls, cinemas, discotheques and a bewildering number of bars, this evening, we'll see what the fuss is all about as we go out on the town. Overnight in HCMC.
Day 3: Cao Dai Temples & Cu Chi Tunnels (B/L)
This morning we drive to Cao Dai Temples in Tay Ninh to observe the midday service. Following lunch we will drive to the Cu Chi Tunnels and then return to HCMC at around 6 pm.
Tay Ninh, near the Cambodian border, is home to the unique Cao Dai sect, whose patron saints include Joan of Arc, Victor Hugo and Winston Churchill to name a few. The religion is a hybrid of Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism and Christianity.
The Cao Dai Temple at Tay Ninh has been described as a Walt Disney fantasia of the East. The temple's exterior is decorated with multi-colored dragons of all shapes and sizes competing for space with a number of religious symbols. Above the main entrance is the all-seeing holy eye, the symbol of the Cao Dai sect. The interior is just as engaging as statues of Jesus Christ, Buddha and the Hindu god, Brahma, stand side by side.
The trip to Tay Ninh is combined with a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels. At its height, the tunnel system stretched over 250km. from Saigon to the Cambodian border and was three levels deep. The network included innumerable trap doors, specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers and kitchens. 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 must have been like. Overnight in HCMC.
Day 4: Ho Chi Minh City - Vinh Long-Can Tho (B/L)
This morning we set off for a drive through the Mekong Delta to the town of Cai Be , well-known for its floating market. Here we will board our private boat for a cruise along the maze of waterways and canals to Vinh Long. We will stop at the home of a Bonsai gardener for a sumptuous Delta lunch, including the popular dish of 'Elephant ear fish', before continuing our exploration of the tributaries and canals of the delta. Toward the end of the day, we arrive in Can Tho city, heart of the Mekong Delta, for our overnight stay. Overnight in Can Tho.
Day 5: Can Tho - Sunrise Breakfast cruise (B)
You will wake up to the sounds of the Mekong River welcoming a new day. Enjoy breakfast on the "Lady Hau" while cruising to the floating market. When the "Lady Hau" arrives at Cai Rang floating market, guests are transferred to a local traditional boat to go inside the market. Then, continue cruising with the hotel's guide along narrow creeks to visit a noodle factory and an orchard. After sampling local fruits, our guide will escort the guests back to the hotel by local boat through the myriad of canals. Free time in the afternoon.Overnight in Can Tho.
(Starting at 6:30 am, the Lady Hau cruise and tour extension takes around 4 hours; minimum 4 persons).
Day 6: Can Tho -Soc Trang - Ho Chi Minh City (B/L)
Go on our wonderful half day trip to Soc Trang, a neighboring town and discover the beautiful and ancient Khmer pagodas of the region and the extraordinary bats congregating in the area. Visit the majestic Kleng Temple, Khmer museum. Following this, we will rendezvous with our vehicle for the drive to Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 7: HCMC – Sieam Reap (B/D)
There are no activities planned for today. You enjoy your free time for shopping or personal visit until transfer to airport for your flight to Seam Reap.
On arrival in Siem Reap you will be greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Once check in formalities are complete there will be a tour to the Angkor Wat complex. Angkor Wat was built between 1112 and 1152 by King Suryavarman II and dedicated to Vishnu, the Hindu god of preservation, although some people believe it is actually dedicated to the king himself as the temple faces west, representing death. It is the best preserved of all the temples. From here we proceed to the hilltop temple of Phnom Bakheng , and as the end of the day approaches, we climb the imposing remains for a truly memorable sunset. Dinner and enjoy watching Khmer Folk of charming Apsara dance show at local restaurant. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 8: Angkor Thom Discovery (B/L)
We start visiting Angkor Thom without delay. This will includes the South Gate , Bayon with 4 giants faces, the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King.
Angkor Thom was a royal city with a moat and 3km perimeter wall. It was the last capital of Angkor . Arrive Bayon - the giant stone faces of the Bayon are today the most recognizable images of Khmer art. There are 37 towers, most adorned with four carved faces oriented toward the cardinal points.
In the afternoon, we drive a 45 km to Bantaey Srei and Bantaey Kdei. Banteay Srey means "citadel of the women". However, this modern translation probably refers to the delicate beauty of the carvings. The walls are covered with carvings and its relatively small size, pink sandstone building material and delicate designs give a fairytale feel to the place. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 9: Marvelous Angkor Wat (B/L)
Following the breakfast we explore the magnificent Angkor Wat. From here We proceed to the summit Phnom Bakheng Temple to watch the memorable sunset over the Angkor Wat. In all its aspects, Angkor Wat is breathtaking. It is a shaped like a massive, three tiered pyramid crowned by five beehive-like towers which rise 65 metres above the ground. Angkor Wat is the highlight of any visit to the temples of Angkor . Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 10: Departure Siam Reap (B)
In the morning visit the floating village of the Chong Khneas, located 10 kilometers south of Siem Reap. Take a traditional wooden boat for a ride on the Tonle Sap, the " Great Lake " of Cambodia and the largest in Asia . In the afternoon, visit "Les Artisans d'Angkor – Chantiers Ecoles" of Siem Reap and time at leisure at the local market (if time permits). Transfer to Siem Reap airport for departure.
| Cities |
Hotel Name |
Room Type |
| Deluxe Category |
| Ho Chi Minh City |
Sofitel Plaza Saigon |
Luxury |
| Caravelle Hotel Saigon |
Deluxe |
| Can Tho |
Victoria Can Tho Hotel |
Deluxe |
| Chau Doc |
Victoria Chau Doc Hotel |
Deluxe |
Siem Reap |
Sofitel Royal Angkor Resort
|
Luxury |
Alila Sothea Siem Reap
|
Royal Deluxe |
Remark:
P = Person
B= Breakfast , L = Lunch , D = Dinner
Sgl Sup = Single room supplement (if required) re.
Tour Package Includes :
• Hotel accommodation shared in Twin/Double room with breakfast
• All private transfer & transportation.
• Boat trip where indicated in the program
• English/French speaking guide
• All entrance fees
• Meal as stated in program
• All Int-tour flights with domestic departure airport tax only.
• Vietnam visa approved letter. Tour Package Excludes :
• Vietnam visa stamp
• Cambodia visa
• International departure airport tax (Siem Reap airport at US$25 per person)
• Personal expenses such as drinks at meals, camera fee to tour sites
• Meals not mentioned
• Travel Insurance
Group size |
Valid from 01 Oct, 2011 – 30 April, 2012
Price per person in USD in party of |
| 1 |
2 |
3-4 |
5-6 |
7-9 |
10-14 |
SglSup |
| Deluxe |
3,761 |
2,194 |
2,086 |
1,959 |
1,957 |
1,918 |
1,144 |
|
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