This Cambodia and Vietnam tour highlights Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Hue, Hanoi, and an overnight Halong Bay cruise. The journey blends iconic landmarks, guided cultural visits, and scenic experiences, with smooth transfers and a well-paced schedule throughout.
16 Days Cambodia and Vietnam Iconic Sights, Active Days & Classic Highlights
Price from:
$1,995
Overview
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Siem Reap
Upon arrival in Siem Reap, you are welcomed and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is kept light after your flight. You may choose to relax by the pool, explore nearby cafés, or enjoy your first taste of Khmer cuisine. Siem Reap has a relaxed but lively atmosphere, making it easy to settle in.
Meals: Breakfast
Guide: Airport assistance only
Day 2: Angkor Temples – Full Day Exploration
Today focuses on exploring Angkor, one of Southeast Asia’s greatest heritage sites. With your guide, you begin at Angkor Wat, where long galleries, detailed carvings, and tall towers show the strength and beliefs of the Khmer Empire. Clear explanations help you understand the history behind each structure.
You then enter Angkor Thom through its grand gates. Calm stone faces watch over ancient roads, terraces, and former royal areas. At Ta Prohm, huge tree roots wrap around ruined walls, creating a powerful contrast between nature and history. The visit moves at a comfortable pace, with time for photos, stories, and quiet moments to take in the atmosphere.
Meals: Breakfast
Guide: English-speaking guide
Day 3: Siem Reap Free Day or Optional Adventures
Today is designed for flexibility, giving you time to slow down after an intense temple day. You can relax in Siem Reap, enjoy the hotel facilities, or explore the town at your own pace, from local cafés to artisan markets.
If you prefer to keep exploring, several optional excursions are available. Beng Mealea offers a wild, jungle-covered atmosphere, with fallen stones and tree roots creating a sense of discovery. Banteay Srei impresses with its detailed carvings and warm pink sandstone, often considered the most refined temple in the Angkor area. For travelers seeking something more remote, Preah Vihear or Koh Ker provides dramatic settings, long views, and a quieter experience far from the main tourist routes.
Meals: Breakfast
Guide: Optional tours with a guide
Day 4: Siem Reap to Phnom Penh – Capital Highlights
After breakfast, you fly to Phnom Penh. In the afternoon, a guided city tour introduces Cambodia’s capital. You visit major landmarks such as the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, while learning how history, monarchy, and modern life intersect in the city today.
The tour provides a clear overview, helping you understand Phnom Penh before enjoying the city independently.
Meals: Breakfast
Guide: English-speaking guide
Day 5: Phnom Penh at Leisure
Today is free for you to explore Phnom Penh at your own pace. Many travelers choose to stroll along the riverside, relax in local cafés, or browse traditional markets for everyday city life.
If you want a deeper understanding of Cambodia’s recent history, an optional visit to the Toul Sleng Genocide Museum and the Killing Fields is available. With guided explanations, the experience is respectful and informative, helping you understand the country’s past and its lasting impact.
Meals: Breakfast
Guide: Optional guided tour
Day 6: Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City
You fly to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s largest and most vibrant city. After arrival and hotel transfer, the rest of the day is free. You may rest after the flight or take a short walk nearby. Cafés, shops, and local restaurants are all within easy reach.
Meals: Breakfast
Guide: Airport assistance
Day 7: Ho Chi Minh City Tour & Cu Chi Tunnels
This morning, a guided city tour introduces Ho Chi Minh City’s key landmarks, combining colonial architecture with modern urban life. You gain insight into how the city has developed into Vietnam’s economic centre.
Later, you visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, an underground network that reveals the ingenuity and resilience of wartime Vietnam. This excursion adds a more active and immersive element to the day.
Meals: Breakfast
Guide: English-speaking guide
Day 8: Ho Chi Minh City Free Day or Mekong Delta
Today allows you to slow the pace or explore further. You may enjoy shopping, rooftop cafés, or cultural sites within the city.
Alternatively, a full-day Mekong Delta excursion takes you into southern Vietnam’s countryside. You explore waterways, villages, and orchards, experiencing a slower rhythm of life that contrasts strongly with the city.
Meals: Breakfast
Guide: Optional guided tour
Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An
You fly to Da Nang and continue by road to Hoi An. After arrival, you check in and enjoy a short break. In the afternoon, a guided walking tour introduces the charm of Hoi An Ancient Town.
You stroll through lantern-lined streets and past old merchant houses. Temples, assembly halls, and the riverside reflect the town’s rich trading past. The pace is relaxed, with time for photos and local stories.
The evening is free. You may enjoy Hoi An’s varied dining scene, from riverside restaurants to small local cafés.
Meals: Breakfast
Guide: English-speaking guide
Day 10: Hoi An Free Day
Today is free to enjoy Hoi An as you wish. Many travelers choose to relax at the beach, while others explore the countryside or nearby villages.
Optional activities include cycling through rice fields, visiting local markets, or joining a hands-on cooking class. These experiences add local flavour and are especially popular with younger and active travelers.
Meals: Breakfast
Guide: Optional activities
Day 11: Hoi An to Hue via Hai Van Pass
You travel north to Hue via the Hai Van Pass, one of Vietnam’s most scenic coastal roads. Along the way, coastal views and mountain curves create memorable photo stops. The journey itself is part of the experience.
In Hue, a dragon boat cruise along the Perfume River offers a gentle introduction to the former imperial capital. You then visit the Tomb of Tu Duc, where landscaped gardens and elegant structures reveal the rituals and values of the Nguyen emperors.
Meals: Breakfast
Guide: English-speaking guide
Day 12: Hue Free Day
Today is free for you to explore Hue at a relaxed pace. You may choose to visit the Imperial Citadel, wander through local streets, or enjoy the quiet riverside cafés.
Optional guided tours are available if you wish to explore more royal tombs or learn deeper details about Hue’s imperial past..
Meals: Breakfast
Guide: Optional guided tour
Day 13: Hue to Hanoi – Old Quarter Experience
You fly to Hanoi and enjoy a guided half-day walking tour in the Old Quarter. Narrow streets, traditional houses, and lively markets reveal daily life in Vietnam’s capital. A cyclo ride adds a classic and relaxed way to observe the city.
Meals: Breakfast
Guide: English-speaking guide
Day 14: Hanoi to Halong Bay – Overnight Cruise
You travel from Hanoi to Halong Bay and board your overnight cruise. The afternoon is spent sailing through limestone karsts rising from calm waters. Activities may include kayaking or visiting scenic viewpoints.
As evening falls, the bay becomes peaceful and atmospheric.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Guide: Cruise guide
Day 15: Halong Bay to Hanoi
Early risers can enjoy sunrise views over the bay. After brunch, you return to Hanoi by private transfer. The rest of the day is free for final shopping or dining.
Meals: Brunch
Guide: Cruise guide until disembarkation
Day 16: Hanoi Departure
You are transferred to the airport for your departure flight, concluding a journey filled with iconic sights, active exploration, and memorable landscapes across Cambodia and Vietnam.
Meals: Breakfast
Guide: Airport assistance
Pricing
This private package tour starts at USD1,995 per person.
Note:
– The price above is for reference only and can be adjusted based on your custom itinerary.
– This tour features comfort-level accommodations. If you’d like to upgrade to premium hotels or customize your itinerary for your 2026 Vietnam visit or beyond, we’re happy to tailor an experience to suit your preferences.
– All prices are listed in US dollars. For quotes in GBP or other currencies, please contact us via this form or email [email protected].
ACCOMMODATION
Below are our suggested accommodations at a comfort level. As we offer private tours, your hotel can be selected to match your travel interests. Share with our travel expert your preferences to get the quote within 12 hours by filling out the form below.
| Cities | Hotel category |
| Hanoi |
San Boutique Hotel Hanoi |
| Halong Bay |
Garden Bay Legend Cruise |
| Hue |
Scarlett Hue Boutique Hotel |
| Hoi An |
Garden Bay Legend Cruise |
| Ho Chi Minh City |
Roseland Corp Hotel |
| Phnom Penh |
iRoHa Garden Hotel & Resort |
| Siem Reap |
Pavillon Indochine Hotel |
Include & Exclude
TRIP INCLUSIVE
- All private transfers and transportation.
- Accommodation shared in a Twin/Double room with daily breakfast
- Local English-speaking guide
- Meals as stated in the itinerary
- All sightseeing tickets
- Water and tissues on the coach
- Private double/twin cabin in Halong
- Domestic flights
- Service charges and government tax
TRIP EXCLUSIVE
- International flights & departure taxes
- Beverage
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities
- Vietnam visa
- Others not mentioned above
