Journey to Angkor Wat & Bangkok - 17 Days

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Angkor Temple Complex - Gaze in wonder at legendary Angkor Wat and admire the stone faces of the Bayon Temple in Angkor Thom, Hanoi – Enjoy a cyclo rickshaw ride through the French Quarter and see highlights including the Opera House and Ly Thai To Park, Halong Bay – Explore the beautiful UNESCO-Listed bay aboard a deluxe junk boat, kayak, swim and explore the remarkable caves, Phnom Penh – Tour highlights of the city include the Silver Pagoda and learn about the horrors of the Pol Pot regime at Tuol Sleng, Bangkok – See the Grand Palace, ride on a tuk-tuk and cruise in a longtail boat along the city’s famous canals, Ho Chi Minh City – Discover highlights of the city on a walking tour including the sobering War Remnants Museum, Hoi An - Enjoy some R&R in this enchanting riverside town with its cobbled streets, lanterns and iconic Japanese Bridge, Hue – Marvel at the impressive seven storey Thien Mu Pagoda and explore the Imperial Purple Palace behind the walls of the Citadel, Cu Chi Tunnels – Discover the incredible network of tunnels which were used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War, Mekong Delta – Cruise the crisscross of waterways on a sampan and enjoy lunch in a traditional home on Dong Hoa Hiep Island, Tra Que Village – Ride bicycles in the countryside, learn how to farm the land and enjoy a cooking lesson, Siem Reap – Visit the fascinating Angkor National Museum and enjoy free time to explore lively ‘Pub Street’

Departure dates

From 2024-03-30 to 2025-12-27

What's included

Breakfast daily, 6 lunches and 2 dinners .
14 nights 4 star and special class hotels and 1 night aboard deluxe junk boat (private en suite cabin).
1 overnight sleeper train Hanoi to Hue in basic 4 berth cabin (or opt to fly - see Add-ons for details).
Economy class flights: Danang to Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh to Siem Reap and Siem Reap to Bangkok.
Guided sightseeing - Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An, Mekong Delta, Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi, Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, the Temples of Angkor and Bangkok.
Halong Bay Junk boat cruise - opt to swim, kayak and explore caves.
Bicycle ride to Tra Que village and cooking demonstration.
Sampan boat trips in the Mekong Delta.
Boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake.
Airport arrival transfer day 1 and departure transfer day 17.
All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles.
Escorted by an English speaking Vietnamese and Cambodian tour guide, with a Thai guide for Bangkok sightseeing.

Itinerary / more information

  • Day 7 is free for you to explore charming Hoi An independently. Unwind by the pool or beach, or take a day trip. Alternatively you can opt to take an excursion to the UNESCO-listed My Son sanctuary or enjoy a day trip to the Ba Na Hills, where you can ride the second longest cable car in the world, explore the resort and walk along the striking Golden Bridge (book and pay locally). 2 breakfast, 1 lunch, no dinner included.Day 8, The Mekong DeltaHoi An - Saigon. Flight to Saigon and drive to the watery world of the Mekong Delta, famed for its abundant harvests of rice, flowers and tropical fruits. From Vinh Long, we cruise downstream on our sampan boat through the maze of waterways and canals, watching the hubbub of daily life on the water. We pass colourful trading boats and houseboats and stop off at some of the local cottage industries producing paper, popcorn and candies. We then enjoy lunch on Dong Hoa Hiep Island in a traditional wooden home.1 breakfast, 1 lunch, no dinner included.Day 9, Ho Chi Minh CityCan Tho - Saigon. It's an early start this morning to visit the lively Cai Rang Floating Market, the largest of its kind in the Mekong Delta. We then drive to Saigon and enjoy a walking tour of the city, visiting the Old Post Office, the Notre Dam Cathedral and sobering War Remnants Museum. This evening offers free time.1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.Day 10, Chu Chi Tunnels, Phnom PenhSaigon - Phnom Penh. First stop today is the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, an underground network of tunnels with a length of some 250 kilometres used by the Viet Cong during the war. Next we drive to the Cambodian border (crossing at Moc Bai/Bavet) and journey on to Phnom Penh. Offering a bustling mix of past and present, this city is fast becoming one of Asia's trendiest capitals.1 breakfast, no lunch, 1 dinner included.Day 11, Phnom PenhToday we enjoy a guided tour of Phnom Penh, with our first stop being the National Museum of Fine Arts - a magnificent red sandstone building housing the finest collection of Khmer artefacts in the world. We will then visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, famed for its floor covered in 5,000 gleaming silver tiles and Buddha statues adorned with diamonds. Later we gain a full understanding of the horrors of the Pol Pot regime, visiting the Killing Fields, where over 10,000 people were executed, and Tuol Sleng (Security Prison - S21), a school that was transformed under the Khmer Rouge into Cambodia's most notorious prison. 1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.Day 12, Siem Reap & Angkor WatPhnom Penh - Siem Reap. Transfer to airport for included flight to Siem Reap. After freshening up, we explore the Angkor National Museum. This fascinating museum offers us a useful insight into the story of Angkor and the Khmer Empire before we visit the famous temple complex. This afternoon we explore the iconic Angkor Wat, believed to be the world's largest religious building and the best preserved of all the temples within the Angkor complex. This massive structure rises 65-metres tall and is famous for its thousands of unique wall carvings. This evening offers free time, with plenty of great bars and restaurants within walking distance.1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.Day 13, Angkor Thom & NGO circus projectEarly risers have the opportunity to return Angkor Wat this morning and see this spectacular complex at sunrise (optional - pay locally). We then drive to the temples of Banteay Srei, stopping enroute to visit an exotic butterfly sanctuary and the village of Preak Dak. At the village, we take part in our community tree planting initiative and help plant mango and jackfruit saplings. Also known as the Pink City, Banteay Srei is home to some of the world's finest stone carvings which have been cut from pink sandstone. After exploring the site's temples and lavish libraries, we return to the Angkor Temple Complex to visit the ancient city of Angkor Thom. Here we spend some time exploring the Baphuon Royal Enclosure, the terraces of the Elephants and Leper King, and the fascinating Bayon Temple. Our last stop is Ta Prohm, the temple famed for its appearance in the Tomb Raider movie, which appears as though it has been swallowed by the jungle. This evening we're entertained by the acts of the incredible Phare Cambodian Circus, an NGO project transforming the lives of street kids by training them to become circus artists.1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.Day 14, Ton Le Sap LakeToday we journey to Kampong Phluk, where three villages of stilt houses hover over the waters of Tonle Sap lake. When the water level drops, petrified trees of a flooded forest are also revealed close by. We enjoy a boat trip on the lake and lunch, before returning to Siem Reap for some free time. Perhaps shop for souvenirs at the bustling central market or check out the bars and restaurants on lively Pub Street.1 breakfast, 1 lunch, no dinner included.Day 15, BangkokSiem Reap - Bangkok (Thailand). Today we say goodbye to Cambodia and transfer to Siem Reap Airport for a flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival we'll be met and transferred to our hotel in Bangkok city centre. Spend the rest of the day at leisure in Thailand's bustling capital.1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.Day 16, BangkokToday we explore Bangkok on a guided tour. Our day starts at the Bangkok Flower Market, the city's largest flower market with hundreds of fresh roses, marigolds, orchids and more for sale. From here, we make our way to the stunning Grand Palace, the city's most famous landmark and royal heart of the country. Then we take a tuk-tuk ride to Wat Pho, famed for its giant reclining Buddha, covered in gold leaf and measuring 46 metres in length. After lunch, we explore some of the city's many canals aboard a traditional longtail boat before ending out tour at the famous Khao San Road. A great spot to eat, drink and party, this road is brimming with street stalls, bars and restaurants. Spend the rest of the afternoon and evening at leisure. 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, no dinner included.Day 17, BangkokMonday. Our tour ends today with a transfer to the airport. Alternatively, if you would like to extend your stay in Thailand we can arrange this for you.1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
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