Amazing Cambodia and Vietnam 16 days

•  Private tour, discovery style
•  Daily departure with French or English Speaking Guide
•  Tour starts from Seam Reap, ends in Hanoi

This trip starts in Seam reap, Cambodia, you discover the marvel of the Angkor Complex including Angkor Thom, Angkor Wat, Bayon, Banteray Srei and countless others masterpieces of Khmer architecture. The trip would not be complete without a boat cruise on the Great Lake Tonle Sap.

We travel up to Phnom Penh by speed boat, the best way to observer the life of people on the banks of Mekong River. In Phnom Penh we visit the must see of the capital has to offer: Khmer Museum, Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda. By waterway we take a speed boat to reach Chau Doc, Vietnam.

You will discover the lush Mekong Delta, the amazing Cu Chi tunnels network underground and the vibrant Ho Chi Minh City. On the trip the old and new capital of Vietnam and 3 world heritages listed sites: the wonders of Ha Long Bay, Hue, the Imperial City of the 18th and 19th centuries, the picturesque port town of Hoi An, a favorite with many travelers. we end our trip at the colonial capital city Hanoi that is a unique Asian city with tree-lined boulevards, French colonial architecture, peaceful lakes and oriental pagodas and temples

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Day 1 : Arrival Seam reap

After clearing entry formalities to Cambodia , you will be welcomed by our guide, who will transfer you to your comfortable hotel. Visit to Neak Pean: The original layout of Neak Poan was supposed to be a symbol of the Universe: the central temple represents Mount Meru surrounded by the four Oceans. Preah Khan meaning “Holy Sword” is one of the largest temple compounds in Angkor and is defended by four concentric walls. Thommanon and Chau Say Tevoda are situated in the Little Circuit. Afternoon, visit to: Prasat Kravan: Brick temple guilt by Hashavarman in the first quarter of the 10 th century, small but worth the visit. Srah Srang: Srah Srang artificial lake is across from the monastery. It was used for ceremonies and royal baths. Banteay Kdei or the Citadel of the Cells: Built in 1181 by the founder of Ta Prom, it is similar to it. It used to be a religious monastery. Ta Prohm: It is one of the most fascinating of all the temples. Ta Keo: Further east along the victory road you will get to Takeo. Dinner at local restaurant and overnight at hotel. (Meals: 0)

Day 2 : Seam reap - Angkor Complex (B,-,-)
Breakfast at hotel. This morning you will visit to the ancient capital of Angkor Thom: a fortified Royal City (10 square kilometers) built by King Jayavarman VII, who ruled from 1181 to 1201. The city has five monumental gates and is encircled by a moat 100 meters wide. Bayon: Jayavarman VII's temple mountain that stands at the center of Angkor Thom. Bapoun: the pyramid shape represents the mythical Mount Meru and marks the center of the city that was here before Angkor Thom. Phimean Akas: near the center of what was once the royal palace within Angkor Thom. Former Royal Palace : nothing remains today, except two pools that were used by royalty for washing. Terrace of Elephants: this terrace was used for viewing public ceremonies and was a base for the King's grand audience hall. Terrace of the Leper King: North of the Terrace of Elephants is a platform named ‘Terrace of the Leper King'. Lunch at FREE. Continue to visit Angkor Wat: a temple dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu by King Suryavarman II, who reigned between 1113 and 1150. It was constructed over a period of 30 years and is world famous for its beauty and splendor. Phnom Bakheng: hilltop temple ruins which provide one of the best views of Angkor Wat, especially at sunset. Dinner at local restaurant (your own account) and enjoy the Traditional Khmer Music with the charming Apsara Dancers . Back to hotel and free leisure at night.

Day 3 : Seam reap - Angkor (B,-,-)
Breakfast at hotel. This morning we will drive beyond the main Angkor complex to visit another favourite temple amongst visitors – the enchanting Banteay Srei: It appears that the temple was designed to leave no space undecorated, and the fine carvings in pink sandstone are quite unique. Banteay Samre: built in the third quarter of the 12 th century. It consists of a central temple with four wings preceded by a hall and accompanied by two libraries, the southern most of which is remarkably well preserved . You will take a break from visiting temples and enjoy a boat ride , in a traditional wooden boat, on the Tonle Sap . This is the largest permanent fresh-water lake in South Asia and flows into Tonle Sap River , joining the Mekong in Phnom Penh . We will see a “floating village” – boats have been converted to look like houses and the “village” move from place to place following water levels. Visit the school of the "Les Artisans d'Angkor - Chantiers Ecoles"  where the work of the trainees who learn the art of stone carving, wood ornamental sculpture, the making of small furniture, the art of lacquer and polychromy-Observe the various training methods and view the completed projects.

Day 4 : Seam reap – Pnom Penh (B,-,-)
Breakfast at hotel. Free time and transfer to boat dock. We embark on a speed boat from Seam reap to Pnom Penh. Visit the highlights of Capital: Wat Pnom, Silver Pagoda, Khmer Museum and Royal Palace.

Day 5 : Phnom Penh – Chau Doc (B,-,-)
Visit the notorious Toul Sleng Museum . In 1975 Toul Svay Prey High School was taken over by Pol Pot's security forces and turned into a prison known as Security Prison 21 (S-21). It soon became the largest such center of detention and torture in the country. Wat Phnom : Founded in 1373, the pagoda was built to house Buddhist relics washed ashore by the river. The rest of day, you will shopping and excursion at the Central Market and Toul Tompong Market you will feel a bustling daily life of local people with Cambodian's special character through local specialties, their houses, their face, Palaces and buildings of Khmer & Colonial style architectures. Free leisure until transfer to Phnom Penh boat ferry for departure to Chau Doc. Night in Chau Doc.

Day 6 : Chau Doc – Can Tho (B,-,-)
Morning visit Sam Moutain and its temples and pagodas, drive from Chau Doc to Can Tho. Visit bird garden on the way. (just an option) Arrive Can Tho in the afternoon. Check in our hotel and free to explore the region.

Day 7 Can Tho – Saigon (B,-,-)
Boat trip to visit the famous floating market Cai Rang. Visit orchard garden and drive to Saigon. Night in your hotel and sample what Saigon has to offer at night.

Day 8 : Saigon City tour – Cu Chi Tunnels (B,-,-)
Breakfast at hotel, we embark on a city tour Saigon . This city tour unravels Saigon 's turbulent past and also provides a glimpse into the fascinating variety the city has to offer. This full day city tour includes The Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post Office, Remnant War Museum. In the afternoon we drive 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 in the American war must have been like.

Day 9 Saigon-Danang-Hoian (B,-,-)
Transfer straight to Saigon airport for your flight to Danang. Pick up and transfer to Hoian. Free to explore the city. Night in your hotel.

Day 10 : Hoian – Hue (B,-,-)
We travel up north to Hue, visit Cham Museum on the way. Arrival Hue at noon time and check in hotel. Afternoon, we cruise on the Perfume River to visit Thien Mu Pagoda and Minh Mang Tombs. Night in hotel.

Day 11 : Hue- Hanoi en train de nuit. (B,-,-)
Morning visit Citadel and Tu Duc Tombs. And transfer to Hue train station to catch the train S2 to Hanoi which arrive at 5 am.

Day 12 : Hanoi- Halong Bay (B,L,-)
Arrive Hanoi, greet and pick up transfer to Halong Bay : We drive through the beautiful countryside of the Red River Delta en route to Halong City . Upon arriving in Ha Long City we transfer to our private boat for an amazing cruise of Halong Bay , and weather permitting, have the opportunity for a swim in the crystalline emerald waters. The trip would not be complete without a sumptuous seafood lunch on board as we cruise. We also visit one beautiful limestone grottoes before making our way back to Halong City where we stay for the night.

Day 13 : Halong Bay – Hanoi (B,-,-)
After breakfast we check out of our hotel and drive back to Hanoi . En route we will visit the Dong Trieu Ceramic village, the But Thap Pagoda. Night in Hanoi

Day 14 : Hanoi city tour (B,-,-)
This full day tour takes you around Hanoi's most interesting sights, including the Ho Chi Minh Complex: Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum and his Stilts House, Presidential Palace and the One Pillar Pagoda nearby, and the Old Quarter also known as the 36 streets and guilds. Also on the tour - the Lake of the Restored Sword and Ngoc Son Temple, the Temple of Literature, peaceful West Lake with lovers street Thanh Nien, the sedate Tran Quoc Pagoda and Quan Thanh Temple and one of the city's museums, either the History Museum or the Ethnology Museum. In the evening enjoy a traditional Vietnamese water puppet show.

Day 15 : Hanoi free day at leisure. (B,-,-)
Breakfast in hotel. The colonial capital city Hanoi is a unique Asian city with tree-lined boulevards, French colonial architecture, peaceful lakes and oriental pagodas and temples date back thousand years ago. You are free at leisure to discover what Hanoi has to offer.

Day 16 : Hanoi Departure (B,-,-)
No activities are planned for today. You are free at leisure before transfer to airport for your onward flight.

Cam on va chao tam biet. Thank you and see you again.

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