Discover the wonders of Vietnam and Cambodia on this luxury 15-day tour, which will take you from Hanoi and the spectacular Lan Ha Bay to the Southern Cardamom National Park, Siem Reap and the iconic temples of Angkor. The tour is inclusive of a sea cruise on a deluxe Indochine junk, and a fabulous French Colonial riverboat cruise through the Mekong Delta and across the Cambodian border to Phnom Penh. Experience a helicopter ride over Angkor Wat, and stay at a sumptuous eco-resort in the rainforest and jungle, while taking in enchanting Hoi An, imperial Hue and bustling Saigon along the way.
Hanoi
Tour Vietnam’s charming capital of Hanoi and visit the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, where beneath the ancient gates lies a secret underground bunker used by North Vietnamese generals during the American War. Continue to the Temple of Literature, and glimpse local life in the backstreets of the French Quarter. Later, watch the Quintessence of Tonkin, a live stage show that will introduce you to Vietnamese customs and culture.
Your Lan Ha Bay Cruise
Cruise the quiet Lan Ha Bay area of the Halong Bay archipelago aboard a gorgeous Indochine-Vietnamese junk boat. Relax, or participate in activities on board, visit Cat Ba Island and meet the villagers. Relish a refreshing swim or try paddle-boarding off a secluded beach on Frog Lake.
Hội An and Hue
Enjoy some relaxed exploration of the enchanting riverside town of Hoi An, with its narrow cobbled streets, merchant houses, market stalls, colorful lanterns and iconic Japanese Bridge. Later, appreciate the scenery of the Hai Van pass on the drive to the ancient imperial city of Hue, which is famous for its citadel, pagodas, and royal tombs. Visit the impressive seven-story Thien Mu Pagoda and the tomb of Emperor Khai Dinh. Return to Hoi An for a relaxing day beachside or shopping.
Saigon and the Cu Chi Tunnels
Arrive in Saigon and explore at your leisure. Visit an art exhibition, where you will meet and dine with the curator and artist. Embark on an excursion through Saigon, check out all the major sights including Notre Dame Cathedral, the General Post Office, the War Remnants Museum, and the Reunification Palace. Be mesmerized by a show at the famous Saigon Opera House. The next day, discover the maze-like Cu Chi Tunnels in the company of a Viet Cong veteran who once lived there. Step back in time as you peek into the old storage areas, poke your head through camouflaged trapdoors, and crawl through military supply tunnels.
Your Mekong Cruise to Phnom Penh
Board a luxurious French Colonial riverboat and discover the charms of the Mekong River with its remote villages, historic cities, and ancient temples. See the sights at the old town of Sa Dec, visit the Chau Doc floating market and the Long Son Pagoda. Meet Buddhist monks and local villagers, go on a bike ride or ride in a rickshaw. Cross the border into Cambodia, where you will observe Khymer artisans dyeing and weaving textiles, visit a traditional village and enjoy a tuk-tuk tour of Phnom Penh.
Head into the wild
Spend three nights in the heart of Cambodia’s untouched wilderness − a landscape of dense rainforest, fast-flowing rivers, and cascading waterfalls − in a pioneering, ultra-luxe retreat of world-class design, hospitality, and conservation. Your stay here makes a real difference in protecting unique and endangered species.
The temples of Angkor
Your guided tour of Vietnam and Cambodia continues with an unforgettable helicopter ride to see the grandeur of Angkor Wat from above. The next day, explore the temples at your own pace. Stroll through the intricately carved hallways. See the ancient city area of Angkor Thom, and Ta Prohm, a temple complex slowly being reclaimed by the jungle.
