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Start: Hanoi | Finish: Ho Chi Minh
This tour is specially designed for tourists who have limited time but want to gain an overview of Indochina. With luxurious hotels and a relaxing pace, this journey brings you the finest experience from North to South Vietnam and overland into Laos and Cambodia. Each country boasts its own exquisite culture and nature just waiting to be discovered. During the 16 days of traveling you will be surprised by the splendid scenery of Halong Bay, the tranquil settings of Luang Prabang and the mysterious and grand architecture of Angkor Wat, Cambodia’s holy city. You will also discover the World Cultural Heritage Trail in Vietnam. Hue is home to Vietnam's last imperial city and the quaint riverside town Hoi An retains timeless charm; it was the first international trading port of Southeast Asia. The lush Mekong Delta with its fantastic floating markets and maze of waterways showcases the Vietnam many imagine it to be while Ho Chi Minh City, "Pearl of the Far East", beckons with amazing nightlife and shopping. With plenty to discover, this journey brings you a true taste of exoticism!
This tour is specially designed for tourists who have limited time but want to gain an overview of Indochina. With luxurious hotels and a relaxing pace, this journey brings you the finest experience from North to South Vietnam and overland into Laos and Cambodia. Each country boasts its own exquisite culture and nature just waiting to be discovered.
During the 16 days of traveling you will be surprised by the splendid scenery of Halong Bay, the tranquil settings of Luang Prabang and the mysterious and grand architecture of Angkor Wat, Cambodia’s holy city. You will also discover the World Cultural Heritage Trail in Vietnam. Hue is home to Vietnam's last imperial city and the quaint riverside town Hoi An retains timeless charm; it was the first international trading port of Southeast Asia. The lush Mekong Delta with its fantastic floating markets and maze of waterways showcases the Vietnam many imagine it to be while Ho Chi Minh City, "Pearl of the Far East", beckons with amazing nightlife and shopping.
With plenty to discover, this journey brings you a true taste of exoticism!
Upon arrival in Hanoi, you will be welcomed by our guide and transferred to your hotel. Hanoi is one of Asia's most charming cities, with its romantic tree-lined boulevards and colonial houses. The day is free for your own exploration and shopping. Overnight at hotel.
A full day spent touring Hanoi, the political, economic and cultural capital of Vietnam. Starting with the Museum of Ethnology (closed on Mondays), which offers informative and well-documented information on the country’s 54 ethnic groups, including elaborate and colorful hill-tribe costumes. The display continues in the outside garden with fascinating examples of traditional houses from the Kinh’s to the ethnic groups of the Central Highlands. We will then visit the Temple of Literature, a temple built in honor of Confucius in 1070, and served as the first Royal National University in Vietnam founded in 1076. This temple and its beautiful garden provide an opportunity to learn more about the Mandarin education that has shaped Vietnam for 1000 years and to relax in this tranquil setting. The afternoon is spent exploring the alleys of Hanoi’s Old Quarter, visit Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple or the Jade Mountain Temple situated in the heart of Hanoi. A delightful water puppet show will perfectly wrap up our day. Overnight at hotel.
After breakfast, we depart to Halong Bay, passing beautiful scenery along the way full of lush rice paddies and winding rivers, typical of the Red River Delta. We will arrive at Halong’s tourist wharf around noon and embark a classic wooden junk. Lunch will be served as the boat gently cruises past numerous islands and limestone structures rising from the emerald waters of the bay. It is also an ideal opportunity to enjoy the sea breeze and refresh your soul. An experienced chef will prepare a fresh seafood dinner. Overnight on board in your private cabin.
Enjoy breakfast and savor the incredible sunrise from the sundeck while the boat sails to Luon Cave and one of Halong’s floating villages then back to the harbor. On the way back to Hanoi, we will stop in Bac Ninh province to visit Vietnam's first Buddhist centre, the But Thap Pagoda, which was built in the 13th century and reconstructed during the 17th century. It is renowned for its valuable statues, the most remarkable of which is a thousand-handed and thousand-eyed Buddha considered a masterpiece of Vietnamese sculpturing. Continue the drive to Hanoi. Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel before you are taken to the airport for the flight to Luang Prabang. Upon arrival, you will be driven to Luang Prabang, a World Heritage site recognized by UNESCO as the best-preserved city in South East Asia. Start exploring this charming town with its impressive Wat Visoun, Wat Aham and Wat Mai Temples. We then climb to the top of Mount Phousi to discover its sacred, gilded stupa as well as enjoy the panoramic view of the city and the sunset over the Mekong. Return to Luang Prabang to visit the night market where lovely handicraft items are sold. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
In the morning, we visit the oldest temple Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its sweeping roofs, typical for classical Laotian architecture. We then embark a boat to cruise upstream on the Mekong, a scenic journey with breathtaking views of the tranquil countryside and a glance of waterfront life. Discover the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, two caves linked to one another filled with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes donated by pilgrims. Along the way, we will stop at Ban Xanghai village, where local rice wine is produced. On return, we take a short drive to Ban Phanom, a small village known for its amazing woven handicrafts. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Early rise for the fantastic opportunity to participate in the daily morning ritual of the saffron-clothed monks who collect alms, most commonly sticky rice, from residents of faith. Laos is the only Buddhist nation still preserving the tradition of this procession. Visit the morning Phousi market where various local products such as dried buffalo skin, local tea and salt are on offer alongside chickens, vegetables and hill-tribe weavings. Laotians are skilled in traditional handicrafts, as you will discover the in villages of Laos’ ethnic groups in Ban Ouay and Ban Thapene. We then head to the beautiful Kuang Si Waterfall where you can splash around in the turquoise pools or walk along the forest paths. Return to Luang Prabang by late afternoon and continue our discovery of the region at Ban Phanom, a well-known weaving village, we then return to the city to watch the sunset at Wat Siphouthabath. Overnight in Luang Prabang
After breakfast you will be taken to the airport for the flight to Siem Reap. Upon arrival you will be welcomed by our guide and transferred to your hotel. We start our trip by visiting the Roluos Temple Group built between 877-889, situated 13km outside Siem Reap. They were constructed during the first Angkor settlement of the ancient Khmer. The group boasts three temples:
- Bakong is the most impressive of the three, much older than Angkor Wat it features beautiful carvings on its lintels that remain in good shape
- Preahko Temple is close to Bakong and consists of six elegant brick towers with exquisite decorations and statues of Nandi, Shiva's sacred bull.
- Lolei Temple constructed in 893, is an island temple dedicated to members of the royal family and the Hindu god Shiva.
The afternoon is spent exploring the amazing World Heritage "Angkor Wat", the world's largest religious building, and Phnom Bakheng on Bakheng Hill the first major temple to be constructed in the Angkor era, marking the move of the Khmer empire's capital from Roluos to Angkor in the late 9th century AD. Overnight at hotel.
After breakfast, we will visit the South Gate of Angkor Thom also referred to as "Great City", the famous Bayon Temple built in the late 12th century and the Baphoun Temple dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva, the Terrace of Elephants, the Terrace of the Leper King and Phimean Akas known as "Heavenly Palace".
In the afternoon, we will tour the World Heritage site "Angkor Wat", the world's largest religious building. We continue our day with a visit to Bakheng Hill Temple and watch the sunset from the top of the hill. Back to the hotel. Dinner with special Aspara dance show. Overnight in Siem Reap.
We will start our day trip by visiting Kbal Spean referred to as “The river of a Thousand Lingas” which is situated 30km north of Angkor Wat, roughly a one hour drive. It closes at 3pm. We will take a forest walk and then return for lunch. We will continue from there straight to Banteay Srei, "The Citadel of Women" built at a time when the Khmer Empire was gaining significant power. Like numerous others, it is dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. It is a masterpiece of Khmer art with its intricate, pink sandstone construction and ornate design. On the way back to Siem Reap, we will visit Srah Srang, "The Royal Bath" and Banteay Kdei, a richly decorated Buddhist temple. Overnight at hotel.
Drive to Kompong Thom then transfer direct to Sambor Prei Kuk, which once served as the capital of Chenla built in the early 7th century. This is a group of temples scattered throughout the forest. Lunch at Kompong Thom. Continue the drive to Phnom Penh, stop at a stone-carving workshop and Kuha Nokor Temple. Arrive in Phnom Penh in the late afternoon. Overnight at hotel.
In the morning, visit the National Museum followed by the Silver Pagoda situated inside the Royal Palace complex and Wat Phnom considered the spiritual heart of Phnom Penh city. Lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, we will take a speed boat to Chau Doc in Vietnam. Arrive in Chau Doc in the late afternoon, meet our local guide then transfer to the hotel. Overnight at hotel in Chau Doc.
In the morning, take a boat trip to some floating houses and fish farms where you can feed the fish and discover life on the river. Continue the day’s tour at Sam Mountain, which offers fantastic views of Chau Doc and Cambodia’s countryside. Visit the surrounding temples. En route, we will drop by a village of the Cham minority group. Drive to Can Tho for overnight stay.
We take an early morning boat trip through the winding waterways of Cai Rang floating market, the biggest and busiest floating market in the Mekong Delta. This is the best time to visit the market, as it is crowded with hundreds of sampans that offer fruit, vegetables, plants, food and other goods for trade. This is the perfect opportunity to take photos, communicate with locals and taste fresh tropical fruis. Leave the market, and return to Saigon. On the way back, stop at an old Binh Thuy house 5kms from Can Tho city and Long Dinh mat weaving village where you will witness the making of a mat, a very popular item closely associated with Vietnamese culture. Overnight in Saigon.
In the morning, visit Cho Lon, Vietnam’s largest China Town where you can shop to your hearts content and sample the fabulous cuisine. The central market in Cho Lon is the Binh Tay Market, which offers a wide range of products from food to clothing. Drop by Thien Hau Temple and Giac Lam Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in the city. Back to the city centre to visit Notre Dame Cathedral built in 1877 and the Central Post Office, built by the French. The tour ends with visiting the Reunification Palace formerly known as the Independence Palace. It served as the home and workplace of the President of South Vietnam during the Vietnam War. Overnight at hotel.
Free time for a last bit of shopping or exploring the city on your own before we take you to Tan Son Nhat airport for your flight home. The hotel room is available until noon only. Asiatica Travel's services end at the airport.
Please note that the hotels mentioned in this list are for reference only. Depending on availability and your preference, they can be changed. If we are unable to book any hotel, it will be replaced by another hotel at least of equivalent standard and value.
Tour price: This trip is organised for private group only. The tariff depends on the number of participants and the tourist season of the year. Please click “Customize this trip” to get the price of your group and your travel date.Note: Please note that due to cost efficiency, we only organize tour for at least two people. Services included (applied for this tour, subject to change) Hotels based on 2 persons/room as mentioned in the program. Meals as mentioned in the program (B = Breakfast ; L = Lunch ; D = Dinner) Air-conditioned private vehicles for all transportations The private English speaking local guides Boat trips as mentioned in the program, luxury boat in Ha Long Bay with private cabin. International flights: Hanoi - Luang Prabang - Siem Reap in economic class with airport' tax Speed boat from Phnompenh to Chau Doc Entrance & sightseeing fees Daily mineral water Government taxes & service charges Services excluded (applied for this tour, subject to change) International arrival and departure flights including airport taxes. Visas for Vietnam (multiple entry visa is necessary), Laos and Cambodia Tips and personal expenses such as: laundry, telephone, drinks… Meals not mentioned in the program Bank charges relating to the payment Other services that are not clearly mentioned in the "price includes" list.
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Situated on the bank of Red River, Hanoi is considered a pearl of Southeast Asia. With historic temples and pagodas, well-preserved colonial structures and exquisite cuisine, Hanoi offers its guests a unique and charming experience to be found nowhere else.
Hanoi surrounding areas have many attractions. As soon as we leave Hanoi center area, rice paddies are extending out of sight, interspersing with groves, villages, small roads, and rivers ... This is the Red River Delta! .....
Ha Long Bay (literally “Bay of Descending Dragon”) is a must-see for any visitor to Vietnam.
Luang Prabang is the ancient capital of Laos and royal residence of the kings. An eventful and sometimes turbulent history has shaped the richness of Luang Prabang that can be found in temples and monuments hidden in its lush settings. It's the rich heritage that earned Luang Prabang reputation of a World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO.
The waterfalls of Tad Kuang Xi or Xé are great and very impressive. Tad Xé is not permanent and worth seeing anyway, especially during the rainy season when the water rushes furiously. Young monks from other places coming there to bathe all dressed. The Pak Ou cave will also satisfy your curiosity and you will be amazed by the beauty of this worship place. In addition, many small surrounding villages are worth a visit. Often accessible via river, they offer an extensive and interesting view on the business of manufacturing in the region: Lao Lao whiskey, the art of weaving, handmade paper... A region rich in discoveries of all kinds...
Siem Reap is the capital of a province bearing the same name in northwest Cambodia. Located 300 km north of Phnom Penh, Siem Reap becomes a gateway to the Angkor region. Siem Reap is alluring huge crowd for its Angkor Temples (Buddhist Pagodas or Wats) around 7 km away from downtown. Siem Reap means the “Defeat of Siam” and refers to the centuries-old conflict between the Siam (now Thailand) and Khmer people.
The famous archaeological site of Angkor is located 7 km from Siem Reap downtown. This monumental complex comprises more than a hundred temples, palaces and pagodas built between the ninth and fourteenth century during the reign of King Suryavarman II.
Phnom Penh is a city of amazing architecture stamped with diverse influences, mainly French. Phnom Penh also makes a perfect base for many fantastic discoveries to surrounding areas.
Chau Doc is an interesting destination to explore: its spectacular mountains, unique floating fishing houses, and historic temples and pagodas.
Thanks to its 100km border with Cambodia, Chau Doc is getting more and more popular among travelers who are interested in entering Cambodia via the waterway.
Can Tho is the heart of Mekong Delta, formerly the Capital of southern Vietnam or Tay Do. It is a city of poetic landscape, vibrant local markets and fantastic food. Wandering around its revierside streets lined with restaurants and cafes, indulging in cool breeze from the Hau river and wrapping up a day in magnificent sunset, you will catch an essence of the city. Can Tho also makes a great base to explore the endless waterways of Mekong Delta.
Ho Chi Minh City went by several different names: the French figuratively put it “Pearl of the Far East”, the American named it “Saigon” and the Chinese called it “Cho Lon”.
Ho Chi Minh City, formerly named Saigon, is Vietnam's largest city with 7.5 million inhabitants. The city with the area of 2090 km2 is divided into 19 districts and 5 districts and District 1 is the center of the city.
Ho Chi Minh City is the most modern and bustling city of Vietnam. Within its bustle, however, its glorious past is still shining through a myriad of monuments and colonial structures.
Around nearby, you can discover the Holy See in Tay Ninh and Cu Chi Tunnels.
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Mrs. Helen We will be back soon Traveled from 07 Oct 2013 to 18 Oct 2013
"We returned home safely and just wanted to tell you how much we enjoyed our journey in Vietnam. We are all so happy and better informed about life in Vietnam after the trip you so carefully organised for us."