Vietnam & Cambodia at Glance 08 days / 07 nights

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Multi-Country Tour

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Tour Overview:

Vietnam Cambodia at glance 8 days 7 nights is an amazing way to have a deeper insight into the heart and soul of Indochina like Vietnam & Cambodia, from Halong Bay recognized as a world heritage site, modern & ancient Hanoi capital to awe-inspiring Angkor temples. Combining must-see highlights of both countries, this tours will open your eyes to the delights of Indochina, giving you the chances to learn more about the culture and spirit of the Indochina’s locals.

Vietnam Cambodia at glance itinerary 8 days offers incredible adventure through Vietnam and Cambodia with discovery of both scenery and culture.

Itinerary

Upon arrival at Hanoi International Airport. We will be met by our guide and transfer to your hotel. The balance of the day free for your own time.

Overnight in Hanoi.

After breakfast, spend the second day of Vietnam Cambodia at Glance 8 days taking a tour around the capital and visiting such sites as: The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (outside),a large memorial in Hanoi, located in the centre of Ba Dinh Square, which is the place where Vietminh leader Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of Independence on September 2, 1945. His former residence, stilt house of Ho Chi Minh, the founder of modern Vietnam, fondly known as “Uncle Ho”. One Pillar Pagoda, the emperor Lý Thái Tông constructed the temple in gratitude for this in 1049 by erecting a pillar in the middle of a lotus pond. Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first national university where offering ceremonies, study sessions and the strict exams of the Dai Viet took place. Lunch in a restaurant. After lunch, continue your Vietnam Cambodia at Glance 8 days tour to the Museum of Ethnology, which focuses on the 54 officially recognized ethnic groups in Vietnam. Then, you will enjoy a very interesting walking tour around the old quarter within 1,5 hours. Firstly the trip start from head of Cao Thang street where local people sell all traditional cooking spices of Vietnam such as onions, garlic, mushrooms, black mushrooms, peppers, lemongrass, ginger, galangal ... Then moving to Dong Xuan market, the biggest market in Hanoi, originally built by the French administration and surrounded by different streets, you will go through the market and turn right to Hang Ma street, the road is shimmered by decorating stuff, Chinese toys, the colorful lanterns, paper goods and in particular paper votive offerings. Passing by Luong Van Can, Lan Ong, you arrive Hang Buom street where located the oldest temple of Hanoi – Bach Ma Temple, you will take some rest to admire the temple before continue walking through Ta Hien, Dinh Liet street to the most peaceful small alley of Hanoi – Trung Yen. On the way you have chance to explore daily life of local people who live and sharing their life in the confined spaces. We continue to Hang Be street - used to be one of the best well-known outdoor markets in town dating from medieval, with famous food ``Mam Tep Chung Thit”, some years ago, it was disintegrated. At the end of this road, there is a coffee shop named Cafe market, where we will invite you a cup of coffee or iced fruit smoothies We end of trip at Hoan Kiem Lake, in front of Water Puppet show theatre, from here you can continue your walking or back to your hotel. Discover Hoan Kiem Lake, meaning ``Lake of the Returned Sword`` , where emperor Le Loi was boating on the lake when his magic sword, Heaven's Will, was grabbed by a turtle who quickly disappeared into the depths. Take a beautiful picture on the The Huc red bridge to Ngoc Son Temple. Come back to your hotel. Dinner on your own.

Overnight in Hanoi.

After breakfast, continue your Vietnam Cambodia at Glance 8 days tour to Ha Long Bay by shuttle bus from the cruise, enjoying the timeless scenery of rice fields, water buffalo and daily life of the countryside. On arrival in Ha Long, we board a beautifully appointed wooden junk. A seafood lunch will be served as we cruise among the hundreds of islets in the Bay. Our cruise takes us to Sung Sot cave to witness a splendid sunset.

Overnight on boat.

Early morning coffee and tea will be served on the sundeck followed by a Tai Chi class. We continue exploring magnificent Ha Long Bay. Change to a small motor or rowing boat to see the floating village. When we return to the junk, a sumptuous meal, combining Vietnamese and Western cuisine will be served. On leaving the cruise, we depart back to Hanoi by shuttle bus.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Our one day tour starts at your hotel in Hanoi at 8am. After 2, 5 hours driving southward, we arrival Tam Coc wharf, get on the boat row while this area is still not busy, we will enjoy nice and quiet riding long river through 3 tunnel cave, consisting of the Hang Ca, Hang Hai and Hang Ba grottoes. These caves are adorned with beautiful stalactites and stalagmites of different shapes and colors that sparkle like gemstones. After 2 hours boat ride we get back on the shore, have lunch in local restaurant close by, afterwards we will go to visit Hoa Lu Ancient Capital with 2 temples of the Kings Dinh and Le before heading back to Hanoi. We transfer directly to Hanoi airport for our flight to Siem Reap. Upon arrival Siem Reap airport, we meet our guide and transfer to hotel for check in. After checking into hotel, guests of Vietnam Cambodia at Glance 8 days tour will be free time to discover this very nice city.

Overnight in Siem Reap.

We drive to Angkor Thom that was the masterpiece of King Jayavarman VII. Following the occupation of Angkor by the Chams from 1177 to 1181, the new king decided to build an impregnable fortress at the heart of his empire. We begin to visit Bayon Temple. At the exact center of Angkor Thom, this is an eccentric expression of the creative genius and inflated ego of Cambodia’s most celebrated king. From there, we walk to Baphuon, once of the most beautiful temples at Angkor, dating from the reign of Uditayavarman 1 in the 11th century. We continue to visit Terrace of the Leper King. Along the Terrace of Elephants, originally used as a viewing gallery for the king to preside over parades, performances and traditional sports. After lunch, continue your Vietnam Cambodia at Glance 8 days tour to Ta Prohm ``Tomb Raider`` fame. Ta Prohm has been abandoned to the elements, a reminder that while empires rise and fall, the riotous power of nature marches on, oblivious to the dramas of human history. We journey out to the Mother of all temples, Angkor Wat. Believed to be the world's largest religious building, this temple is the perfect fusion of symbolism and symmetry and a source of pride and strength to all Khmers.

Overnight in Siem Reap.

After breakfast, continue your Vietnam Cambodia at Glance 8 days tour by glide along Tonle Sap Lake, cruising to the floating village. This is the largest permanent fresh-water lake in South East Asia and flows into Tonle Sap River, joining the Mekong in Phnom Penh. We will see a fishermen's ``floating village`` with floating schools, floating police station, etc. It is same as a big village floating on the lake, and the ``village`` move from place to place following water levels and current. Evening watch a traditional Apsara dance show, and be dazzled by the costumed dancers presenting a graceful display of Cambodian folk stories as you enjoy a buffet dinner.

Overnight in Siem Reap.

Transfer to SIEM REAP airport for departure to next destination. It’s time to say goodbye, we thank you for traveling with us and warmly welcome you to come again.

Services

What’s include :

TOUR COST INCLUDES:

TOUR COST NOT INCLUDES:

06 nights accommodation at hotel with daily breakfast in double / twin shared room

01 night junk-cruise in double / twin shared room

Meal: at local restaurant without PORK (Foods only) as mention in program (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch and D: Dinner)

Airport transfers & Transport by air con. vehicles as per program

Sightseeing and entrance fees as specified

Local English speaking guide as per program

All boat trip as mentioned in program

24hours supporting hotline

Visa Approval Letter – single entry Vietnam

Flight ticket: Saigon – Siem Reap

Flight ticket: Hanoi – Saigon

Cold water and towel during tours

Cambodia Visa stamp fee: 30$ (Passport valid more then 6 months, enough space for visa stamp (1 free space), 1 passport photo (4X6), cash 30$)

All International air ticket

Other meal, drink, personal expenses, tip, Travel insurance, all bank fees

Other thing not mentioned in included

*International bank transfer commission (we will charge you 40 USD for bank charges for each transfer)

Hotel

Hotel 3* star

HANOI
Adamas hotel (3*) – Superior room
http://adamashanoihotel.vn

HALONG
Aclass Legend cruise (3*) – Deluxe cabin
www.aclasscruises.com

SIEM REAP
GZ Urban Hotel (3*) – Superior room
https://www.gzurbanhotel.com/

Hotel 4* star

HANOI
Chalcedony hotel (4*) – Superior room
www.chalcedonyhotel.com

HALONG
Pelican cruise (4*) – Deluxe cabin
http://pelicancruise.com

SIEM REAP
Hillocks Hotel (4*) – Deluxe Suite

Hotel 5* star

HANOI
The Oriental Jade Hotel (5*) – Oriental Emerald
http://www.theorientaljadehotel.com

HALONG

Era Cruises (4*) – Terrace Suite
https://eracruises.com

SIEM REAP
Victoria Angkor Hotel (5*) – Superior room
https://www.victoriaangkorhotel.com/

    ” Possiamo dire che è stata la luna di miele perfetta. Abbiamo avuto la possibilità di entrare a stretto contatto con la gente locale, di vivere diverse esperienze molto interessanti e di visitare dei posti fantastici. Tutto era organizzato in maniera perfetta grazie anche al validissimo supporto del nostro corrispondente Roberto, che non ci ha mai lasciati soli. Da dietro le quinte ci ha assistito per tutta la durata del nostro magnifico viaggio di nozze, dandoci un valido supporto per qualsiasi cosa. Le guide e i drivers erano sempre puntuali, cordiali, molto disponibili e molto preparati. Difficile dire in una sola frase cosa ci sia piaciuto. In una sola parola: TUTTO. L’organizzazione pre e durante il nostro viaggio è stata ineccepibile. Non possiamo che ringraziare Roberto ed Eurasie per questa meravigliosa esperienza.”

    Erika e Andrea

    Tour Vietnam & Cambogia