Essence Of Vietnam & Cambodia 15 Days

When you arrive at Noi Bai airport, our guide and driver will meet you there and transport you to your accommodation in Hanoi. Check in, then enjoy a peaceful night at the hotel.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: NA

After breakfast, at around 8.00 am, we will pick you up to embark on a journey to the mesmerizing Halong Bay. 

On arrival, you are welcomed on board and served a mouth-watering lunch while cruising through the bay. Depending on which cruise you choose, the detailed itinerary will include a visit to a karst cave, kayaking (an extra option on most of the boats, some boat has kayaking included), swimming in crystal water, enjoying the landscape, or relaxing at the sundeck. The day will end with a sumptuous dinner on board, and you will spend the night under the starry sky.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide on board
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Wake up on the bay to the sounds of waves, fresh air, and breeze. A brand new day comes. Following breakfast, you can discover a breathtaking limestone grotto before returning to the boat for a scenic cruise back to the dock.

After reaching Hanoi in the afternoon, let’s enjoy some free time in Lao Cai – Sapa and have dinner (on your own decision and expenses) before heading to Lao Cai – Sapa by night train.

We’ll spend the night on the train.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide on board

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Arrive at Lao Cai train station at around 6 a.m. The driver will pick you up and transfer 1 hour to the hotel in Sapa. Sapa, located in the mountainous region of Vietnam, is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, vibrant ethnic culture, and terraced rice fields.

You’ll have breakfast in the hotel before exploring the Sapa daily wet market. After that, we’ll set out on our 3-4 hour trek down to Muong Hoa Valley, and travel through the villages of Lao Chai and Ta Van, home to H’mong, and Dzay people. Amazing views from the walk with touching fantastic local experiences to explore the daily life of ethnic minorities on the way make your memories here.

Back to the main road where your vehicle is waiting to take you back to Sapa town. The rest of the day is free time at your leisure. Don’t forget to savor Sapa’s cuisine at night markets and buy for yourself some souvenirs! We spend all night in Sapa.

This day promises to be a memorable highlight of your Vietnam and Cambodia family tour with a perfect blend of nature, culture, and adventure.

Tour guide: English-speaking Guide
Meals: Breakfast

After having breakfast at your hotel, this morning is your free time to explore Sapa town.

At noon, check out of your hotel, then take a car ride 5 km to the northeast of Sapa. From here, take the car to visit Matra village of the Hmong people.

After trekking through Ma Tra village, we continue to trek through the mountain and reach Ta Phin village – a handicraft traditional village of 2 different minorities: the Red Dzao and the Black H’mong. The Ta Phin village is surrounded by mountains, and the landscapes are beautiful.

After finishing the trekking tour in Sapa today, we are back to the main road where your vehicle is waiting to take you to Lao Cai to catch the night train back to Hanoi. Overnight on the train.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast

Our tour guide picks you up from the station and brings you to have breakfast.

After that, the half-day City Tour will take you around Hanoi’s highlight sites, including the Ho Chi Minh Complex: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and his stilt house, Presidential Palace, and the One Pillar Pagoda.

You also have the chance to visit the historic University – The Temple of Literature, which dates back to the 11th century, and learn about Buddhist practices in a serene lakeside pagoda.

The next spot is the Vietnamese Women’s Museum, where you can learn and understand the traditional culture, marriage customs, childbirth and family life, traditional women’s clothing, and the role of women in the defense of the nation.

After the tour, our driver will pick you up to get to the airport for your flight to Hue – A charming and tranquil city in Central Vietnam, which offers you various experiences to immerse in Royal Vietnamese culture.

You are welcomed by our local driver in Hue and transferred to the hotel. the hotel and some leisure time.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast

Breakfast will be served in the hotel, and you’ll meet up with our local guide again to start the day exploring the charms of the Citadel in this former Imperial City with many well-preserved royal monuments in Hue.

Then we’ll board a dragon boat to cruise along the Huong River. Stop at Thien Mu Pagoda to pay tribute to the most ancient Buddhist symbol of Hue.

After lunch in a local restaurant, we continue to visit the famous Tu Duc’s tomb and the bustling but charming Dong Ba Market. Don’t miss your chance to

Overnight in Hue.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Followed by the ancient citadel is the ancient town – Hoi An. After a rewarding drive through the scenic Ocean Clouds Mountain Pass (Hai Van pass) with a stop at Cham Museum and Marble Mountain in Da Nang, you will arrive at the well-known Hoi An ancient town.

In the afternoon, we take a walking tour into the Old Quarter to visit Hoi An’s Attractions:

Chinese Embassy Halls: Rich cultural exchange between China and Vietnam is showcased through intricate architecture.

Japanese Covered Bridge: An Iconic symbol blending Japanese and Vietnamese architectural elements.

Phuc Kien Pagoda: A Serene religious site with intricate woodwork and vibrant decorations.

Tan Ky House: Well-preserved merchant house showcasing Hoi An’s trading history.

After finishing visiting, the early evening will be your free time for shopping or relaxing. Overnight in Hoi An.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, you take a half-day private tour to My Son – the sanctuary of Cham culture. You will walk into the ruins of ancient My Son holy land to recall the Champa people’s glory days, dating from the 4th to the 13th century.

Afternoon, balance your leisure time between lounging at the beach or happily emptying your wallet while browsing the world of handicrafts and souvenirs that Hoian has to offer, or simply stroll along the riverside to get a feel for the olden days of the busy Faifo merchant port.

Spend an overnight in Hoi An.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast

Today is your free leisure day in Hoi An. Let’s step off the beaten path to immerse yourself in the charm of this Ancient Town

Tour guide: None
Meals: Breakfast

After a late breakfast, you are free for last-minute shopping or wait until transfer time to the airport for your departure flight from Danang Airport to Siem Reap.

Upon arrival at Siem Reap Airport, you will be picked up by our local driver and tour guide.

Then, we head to the central town for your hotel. The rest of the day is your free time. Overnight in Siem Reap

Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast

This morning after breakfast, get your first close glimpse of Angkor today at the early temples of the Roluos Group – dated from the 8th and 9th centuries and consisting of three main temples, Bakong, Lolei, and PreahKo.

Here you will also experience the local tradition Blessing ceremony for health and peace.

In the afternoon, visit Ta Prohm, built in the mid-12th to early 13th centuries. Ta Prohm has made Cambodia more famous after the movie Tomb Raider, with huge trees growing over the temples, creating an incredible scene.

Continue to visit Banteay Kdei, Srah Srang, and Pre Rup. This promise is a captivating journey into Cambodia’s ancient Khmer civilization, where you’ll be enchanted by the intricate stone temples, peaceful courtyards, and breathtaking sunsets.

In the evening, you will have the chance to enjoy an Apsara dancing dinner in a local restaurant, and overnight in Siem Reap.

Tour guide: English English-speaking guide
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with Show

This morning we’ll visit the quiet temple of Beng Mealea – an off-the-beaten-path temple 65 km from Siem Reap. You’ll feel like an intrepid explorer as you discover its overgrown and atmospheric ruins.

In the afternoon, embark on a boat trip to Tonle Sap Lake – the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia, covering 250,000 hectares in the dry season. In the monsoon season, the Mekong River forces the Tonle Sap River to reverse its flow northwards back to the lake, spreading over the surrounding flood plain.

You will visit Kompong Phluck, passing floating houses and impressive flooded forests, and have a glimpse of locals’ lives on the water.

Note: From March to June, this route will be replaced by visiting the Chong Kneas floating village due to the dry season

Experience an overnight stay in Siem Reap, where you can relax and reflect on the day’s adventures.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meal: Breakfast

Today you will visit the wondrous ancient ruins with the South Gate of Angkor Thom, which is famous for its series of colossal human faces carved in stone. Within, you’ll come to visit:

The impressive Bayon Temple: is famous for its numerous stone faces and intricate bas-reliefs.

Discover the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace, and the Terrace of the Leper King, each showcasing unique architectural and artistic features.

This architectural masterpiece was constructed in the 12th century and covers an area of about 210 hectares.

In the afternoon, visit the magnificent Angkor Wat Temple, built during the 12th century and the symbol of Cambodia. Marvel at its grandeur and intricate details as you explore the vast complex.

Return to Siem Reap for an overnight stay, where you can unwind and reflect on the remarkable ancient wonders you’ve witnessed.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meal: Breakfast

Start your morning by visiting the enchanting temple of Banteay Srei, often referred to as the “Citadel of the Women.” Marvel at its intricate carvings and delicate pink sandstone, which make it one of the best-preserved temples in Cambodia.

Explore this small but breathtaking temple that showcases some of the most exquisite examples of classical Khmer art. After visiting is the end of your itinerary is in Siem Reap. Take this time to reflect on the incredible historical and cultural experiences you’ve had throughout your journey in Cambodia.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meal: Breakfast