This tour offers a captivating journey through Cambodia and Vietnam, starting with the iconic temples of Angkor and continuing to the vibrant Mekong Delta. Experience cultural immersion, historical exploration, and relaxation with beach stays on the serene Phu Quoc Island.
Day 1: Flight to Siem Reap
Board your flight to Siem Reap. Overnight on the plane.
Day 2: Arrival in Siem Reap
Arrive in Siem Reap, where your guide will meet you and transfer you to a centrally located hotel. Check-in begins at 2 PM. Spend the rest of the day resting or exploring the city on your own. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 3: Ta Prohm – Banteay Srei – Pre Rup
Start your day with a short drive to the countryside to meet a Khmer family. Learn how they make traditional sugar and participate in a cooking session to prepare a Cambodian meal. After lunch, visit Banteay Srei, the “Citadel of Women,” renowned for its intricate pink sandstone carvings. End the day at Pre Rup Temple, a stunning 10th-century structure. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 4: Beng Melea – Kampong Khleang
Begin with a visit to Angkor Wat, an architectural marvel and UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore Angkor Thom, including Bayon Temple and the Terrace of the Elephants. In the afternoon, discover Beng Melea Temple, engulfed by nature, before taking a boat ride on Tonle Sap Lake to experience life in a floating village. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 5: Angkor Wat – Angkor Thom
Journey to Phnom Penh, stopping to visit Kompong Kdei Bridge, Phum Prasat Temple, and local stone-carving workshops. End the day with a visit to the “Spider Market” in Skun. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 6: Siem Reap – Road to Phnom Penh
Dive into the city’s vibrant culture and history. Visit the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and National Museum. Learn about Cambodia’s tragic past at Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek. End the day shopping at the Russian Market. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 7: Phnom Penh – City Tour
Phnom Penh is a city of contrasts, offering both a relaxed and cosmopolitan atmosphere. From bustling markets to peaceful walks along the Tonle Sap River at sunset, the city surprises at every corner. Explore the capital of Cambodia, once the “Pearl of Indochina,” visiting the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda, and the National Museum. Discover a darker period in history with a visit to the S21 Prison (Toul Sleng), a symbol of the atrocities committed during the Khmer Rouge regime. At Choeng Ek (the “Killing Fields”), explore the mass graves and an ossuary containing skulls. On the way back, stop at the Toul Tumpong Market (the “Russian Market”), a great place for souvenirs, handicrafts, and bargaining. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 8: Phnom Penh – Kampot – Kep
Pick up from your hotel and transfer to Kampot. Upon arrival, visit the salt marshes, a pepper plantation, and the Phnom Chhnouk Cave. Continue to Kep for an overnight stay. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 9: Kep – Rabbit Island – Kep
Visit the Kep Crab Market early in the morning to see the boats returning with fresh seafood. Take photos with the iconic green crab statue, which welcomes visitors to Kep. Afterward, board a local sampan to Rabbit Island (Koh Tonsay) for exploration and relaxation in nature. Enjoy a swim in the sea and a traditional beachside massage. Return to Kep in the afternoon for free time. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 10: Kep – Ha Tien – Phu Quoc
Early in the morning, visit the Kep Crab Market. Return to your hotel for breakfast. Then, transfer to the Cambodia-Vietnam border at Prek Chak, where your driver will take you to the Ha Tien pier for the boat to Phu Quoc. Upon arrival in Phu Quoc, transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Phu Quoc.
Day 11 – 13: Phu Quoc – Free Day at the Beach
Free day for personal exploration (no guide or driver). Overnight at the hotel.
Day 14: Phu Quoc – Rach Gia – Can Tho
Breakfast at the hotel. Free time until transfer with the hotel driver to the pier in Phu Quoc for the boat to Rach Gia, where you will meet your guide. Proceed to Can Tho for hotel check-in. Overnight in Can Tho.
Day 15: Can Tho – Tra On – Mang Thit
After breakfast, free time until transfer to Can Tho pier. Board the boat, enjoy a welcome drink, introduction to the boat and crew, and settle into your cabins. Depart downstream on the Bassac River. Lunch will be served on board during the journey. Take a tour around the Tra On floating market. The Bassac continues along the Nicolai Canal towards the Mang Thit River and the Co Chien River. Relax on the deck and enjoy the view of rice fields, sugarcane plantations, and wooded banks. In the afternoon, the Bassac anchors for a visit ashore: a simple exploration of peaceful rural life, rice paddies, fruit trees, and welcoming farmers. Reboard the boat for a drink as you return on board. Relax on the deck or by a drink to enjoy the sunset. The crew will serve dinner while the Bassac navigates the Mang Thit River, anchoring for the night. The Bassac will anchor overnight on the Mang Thit River.
Day 16: Mang Thit – Cai Be – Saigon
At 6:30 AM, depart for Cai Be. Enjoy breakfast while taking in the scenery along the riverbanks.
The Bassac crosses the Co Chien River upstream and enters the Cho Lach Canal for 30 minutes, passing rice and sand barge traffic, fruit-drying facilities, and boatyards. Arrive near Cai Be, check out of the cabins, and transfer by rowboat for a peaceful tour of a small canal. Meet a local boat that will take you ashore for a visit to the Cai Be craft village. The services end mid-morning on land in Cai Be. Drive with the driver to Saigon. Free time and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 17: Saigon – City Tour – Departure
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a guided city tour passing by the Saigon River, the old colonial district, Ton Duc Thang Avenue, and Nguyen Hue Boulevard (formerly Charner Boulevard). Continue exploring the Cho Lon district, Binh Tay market, the Thien Hau Temple, and Ngoc Hoang Pagoda – one of the oldest pagodas in the city. Return to the city center to visit the Museum of Vietnamese Traditional Medicine (FITO Museum), the Independence Palace, and finally, Ben Thanh market. Overnight at the hotel. Afterward, transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport for your departure flight. Rooms available until noon.
Why Choose This Tour?
Authentic Cultural Experiences: Engage with local families, explore vibrant markets, and visit rural villages.
Iconic Landmarks: See world-famous temples like Angkor Wat and unique sites like Rabbit Island and the Mekong Delta.
Relax and Adventure: Enjoy beach time on Phu Quoc alongside cultural and historical discoveries.
Inclusions
- Accommodation in comfortable hotels and overnight cruise.
- Meals as specified in the itinerary.
- Professional English-speaking guides.
- Private transportation in air-conditioned vehicles.
- All entrance fees for mentioned attractions.
- Domestic flights (if any) and boat transfers.
Exclusions
- International flights to and from Southeast Asia.
- Visa fees for Cambodia and Vietnam.
- Travel insurance (mandatory).
- Personal expenses, including tips, drinks, and optional activities.
