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Discover Vietnam and Cambodia

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 Trip Length
16 Days
 Trip Starts
Hanoi
 Trip Finishes
Siem Reap
16 Day Discover Vietnam and Cambodia Itinerary (Travelmarvel)
Countries Explored: Vietnam, Cambodia
Trip Style
River Cruise
Departures
Accommodation
4 Star
Guide Level
Fully Guided, Locally Guided
Trip Code
VTMR16

Overview

Read 2 reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on Travelmarvel's 16 Day Discover Vietnam and Cambodia. Discover the ancient sites of Cambodia and the delectable cuisine of Vietnam on this incredible journey.

Itinerary

On arrival in Vietnam's capital, Hanoi, you'll be met at the airport and transferred to the Movenpick Hotel Hanoi, a short walk from the Old Quarter. Enjoy your Insider Experience tonight before sitting down to a multicourse Vietnamese dinner in the hotel. Stay Two Nights: Movenpick Hotel Hanoi (D)

Insider Experience: Listen to a private Hat Xam performance and engage with the artists. Delight in a stay at the five-star Movenpick Hotel Hanoi in the heart of the city.

Embark on a guided sightseeing tour of Hanoi, including the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and historic Ba Dinh Square, the iconic One Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature, a beautiful example of Vietnamese architecture and the first university in Vietnam. Afterwards, an Insider Experience awaits. (B/L)

Insider Experience: Feast on a soulful Vietnamese lunch hosted by a KOTO, a social enterprise. Take a rickshaw ride through the Old Quarter.

Set off early to Tuan Chau to board your boutique ship, your home for two nights. Meet your crew and set sail among thousands of limestone islets. Feast on a Vietnamese lunch as you soak in the views of Ha Long Bay. Then it's time to kayak around the Tung Sau area. Stay Two Nights: Ha Long Bay, Bhaya Classic (B/L/D)

Insider Experience: Board the Bhaya Classic for an incredible two-night cruise on World Heritage-listed Ha Long Bay.

Board rowing boats to visit the Luon Cave area, listen to the ancient folklore and enjoy close views of the magnificent limestone karsts. Visit Cua Van Floating Village in the heart of Ha Long Bay, by kayak or traditional rowing boat. (B/L/D)

Visit Sung Sot Cave before docking back at Tuan Chau and transferring to Hanoi airport. Board your included flight to Ho Chi Minh City. A delicious dinner awaits you tonight. Stay Two Nights: Ho Chi Minh City, Le Meridien Saigon (B/D)

Insider Experience: Relax in comfort and soak in the Saigon River views from your well-appointed room at Le Meridien Saigon.

Discover the military history of the area. Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, built by the Viet Cong during the war. Take the opportunity to crawl through a section to understand first-hand what it was like for the soldiers who lived and fought here. (B)

Begin with your Insider Experience then return to the hotel for breakfast. Drive to My Tho and board your river ship. Soak in the scenery as you cruise towards Cai Be where the ship will anchor overnight. Tonight, enjoy your first dinner prepared by your onboard chef. Stay Seven Nights: Mekong River, RV Apsara (B/L/D)

Insider Experience: Step out on an early morning guided walk to watch the busy streets come to life and gain a deeper understanding of what drives this urban centre.

Today, take a local boat to the town of Cai Be to see the French Gothic cathedral, the tallest church in the Mekong Delta with its impressive bell tower, and visit a manufacturer of rice paper and coconut candy to learn how they're made. (B/L/D)

Explore the village of Tan Chau. Go ashore for a rickshaw tour and weave through the tiny laneways of this sleepy town. Home to one of the largest silk-weaving centres in Vietnam, you can observe how silk is woven in the local workshops. (B/L/D)

Today learn of the atrocities inflicted upon Cambodians during Pol Pot's Khmer Rouge regime in the 1970s. Explore the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the Killing Fields, where you'll find the Memorial Stupa, a glass monument erected in memory of the thousands of Cambodians who lost their lives. After lunch on board, visit the spectacular Royal Palace, with its dazzling white and gold architecture. Then head to the glorious Silver Pagoda, set on the southern side of the palace complex. (B/L/D)

Disembark and travel by coach to Oudong for an Insider Experience. Then continue to Koh Chen to see the open-air copperware workshops. Return to the ship and enjoy a free afternoon in Phnom Penh, or perhaps enhance your time by choosing one of Travelmarvel's Enhance Your Journey options. (B/L/D)

Insider Experience: Visit a Buddhist monastery where you will have the opportunity to partake in a blessing ceremony conducted by the resident monks.

Rise early as your ship glides along the lush banks of the Mekong to Oknha Tey (Oknha Tei), or Silk Island renowned for its silk manufacturing traditions, preserved over centuries. Travel by tuk tuk, pass rice fields and get a glimpse into rural life. Stroll amongst the still houses and gain an insight into the traditional silk weaving process. Watch as the village women create the beautiful Khmer fabrics from their wooden looms. Set sail for Angkor Ban this afternoon. (B/L/D)

Start your morning with a guided walk of Angkor Ban, a village awash with stories of Cambodia's cultural history, and one of the few traditional villages that survived the Khmer Rouge regime. Nicknamed the 'Lucky Village', stroll through town, see traditional stilted houses and a Khmer style pagoda. After lunch, enjoy an Insider Experience. This evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner on board with your fellow travellers as you reminisce about your Mekong River cruise. (B/L/D)

Insider Experience: Discover the agricultural island of Koh Pen by tuk tuk.

Transfer to Siem Reap, the gateway to Angkor Wat, passing through picturesque countryside and remote villages. Take a break before heading to the jungle temple of Ta Prohm, commonly referred to as the Tomb Raider temple having featured in the movie starring Angelina Jolie. En route to the hotel enjoy your Insider Experiences. Stay Two Nights: Siem Reap, Shinta Mani Angkor and Bensley Collection Pool Villas (B)

Insider Experience: Visit Opportunities of Development thru Art (ODA) which supports local underprivileged children. Take your seat at Phare Circus and be wowed by the skills of the performers. Unwind at the Shinta Mani Angkor and Bensley Collection Pool Villas, an oasis of tranquillity.

Set off early to explore some of the breathtaking Khmer architecture and sites at the World Heritage-listed Angkor Archaeological Park. Delve deeper into the history and significance of Angkor Wat as you wander inside the vast temple complex. Continue to Angkor Thom, the last and most enduring capital, built in the 12th century and head to the intriguing Bayon Temple, with its carved stone smiling faces. Visit the Terrace of Elephants, which used to be the base for the king's grand audience hall and the Terrace of the Leper King, which housed the royal crematory. (B/D)

Insider Experience: Witness an awe-inspiring sunset at the magnificent Angkor Wat. Dine on tantalising Khmer cuisine and watch a private Apsara performance.

Your journey ends this morning. after breakfast with a transfer to Siem Reap–Angkor International Airport for your onward flight. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Relax at the stylish Shinta Mani Angkor and Bensley Collection Pool Villas
  • Receive a traditional Buddhist blessing by monks in Oudong
  • Witness the sunset over the magnificent Angkor Wat temples

  • Six nights in premium accommodation
  • Seven-night Mekong River cruise aboard the RV Apsara, featuring all suites with twin balconies
  • Two-night Ha Long Bay cruise on the Bhaya Classic
  • Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Leader and expert English-speaking local guides
  • Prices include transfers, port charges, tipping and flight within Vietnam & Cambodia

  • 37 meals - 15 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 12 dinners, plus select international wine and local beer included with lunch and dinner on board your Mekong River cruise

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
  • Disruptions to cruising and touring may occur due to operational issues, including high or low water levels, and unforeseen weather conditions
  • Days 1-4 of touring are escorted by a local guide, internal flight between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City is unaccompanied
  • Flights should arrive in Hanoi before 4pm
  • Prices are for land, cruise and flights as specified only

Trip Reviews (2) Most Recent 'Discover Vietnam and Cambodia' Reviews

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Overall, it was very good trip 0 , Australia, Dec 2013
Overall, it was very good trip; accommodation and meals were very good. We found the tour to Ha Long Bay too short; would've been nice to stay there for an extra night and then the trip back to Hanoi Airport onto Saigon, made for a very long day, arriving into Saigon and having dinner 9pm. We found the tour to Long Tan out of Saigon a little too far ...read more as the travel to and from was around 3 and half hours each way and by the time we came back to the hotel were exhausted. Canal trip was good local waterways branching from the mighty Mekong river, and the real and raw experience visiting local villages although one of the high-lites was visiting the Orphanage. Both Cambodia and Vietnam tours were excellent with expertise from local guides sharing their world, culture, history and diverse local foods. The only dissapointment was where our journey was cut short from the original program and we believe that it was not the usual standard we expected from APT. The boat was diverted at Phnom Penh to a alternative route up the Mekong River instead of through the lake Tonie Sap and the experiences associated with this section. There was a unforgettable bus trip that was 5 hours through very bumpy, uncomfortable and most complained there were not sufficient rest stops on the journey up to Siem Reap. I would recommend the original programme to my friends.
We had a wonderful time 1 , Australia, Jul 2013
We had a wonderful time on our trip through Vietnam and Cambodia. Everything was so well organised, we didn't have to worry about a thing. We highly recommend Global Journeys who did a fantastic job, and APT tours, who were first class.
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Deck Plans

Mekong Deck (Level 1)
 
Category B
French Balcony & Outside Balcony
 
Category C
French Balcony & Outside Balcony
Tonle Deck (Level 2)
 
Category A
French Balcony & Outside Balcony
 
Category B+
French Balcony & Outside Balcony
Saigon Deck (Level 3)
 
Sadec Suite
French Balcony & Outside Balcony
 
Mekong Suite
French Balcony, Outside Balcony & Balcony Terrace
Sadec Deck (Level 4)

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Category C (Balcony Suite)

  • Suite size 226 sq ft/ 21 sq m
  • Deluxe Queen-size bed
  • Ensuite with shower and toilet
  • Personal safe and mini-bar
  • Spacious wardrobe and desk/dressing table
  • Outside balcony
  • Wall-mounted Flat-screen TV

Category B, B+ & A (Balcony Suite)

  • Suite size 226 sq ft/ 21 sq m
  • Deluxe Queen-size bed
  • Ensuite with shower and toilet
  • Personal safe and mini-bar
  • Spacious wardrobe and desk/dressing table
  • Outside balcony
  • Wall-mounted Flat-screen TV

Sadec Twin Balcony Suite

  • Suite size 290 sq ft/ 26 sq m
  • Deluxe Queen-size bed
  • Ensuite with shower and toilet
  • Separate spa bath
  • Personal safe and mini-bar
  • Spacious wardrobe and desk/dressing table
  • Outside balcony
  • Wall-mounted Flat-screen TV

Mekong Suite

  • Suite size 624 sq ft/ 58 sq m
  • Deluxe King-size bed
  • 2 Ensuites with shower and toilet
  • Separate spa bath
  • Personal safe and mini-bar
  • Spacious wardrobe and desk/dressing table
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Chaise lounge and foot stool
  • Adjoining living room
  • Sofa bed
  • Large balcony terrace with sun lounges

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Cabin Upgrades Optional cabin upgrades. Upgrades priced per person

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Category B $ 245
Category B+ $ 545
Category A $ 745
Sadec Suite $ 1,545
Mekong Suite $ 2,445
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