Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap Tours

What our customers ask about Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap Tours

• What would be an example itinerary between Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap?

  The journey spans 9-10 days starting in Ho Chi Minh City where travelers spend two days exploring the city and Cu Chi Tunnels. The route continues through the Mekong Delta visiting Cai Be and Can Tho for two days followed by a day in Chau Doc. The path then leads into Cambodia with two days in Phnom Penh before concluding with 2-3 days discovering Siem Reap's ancient temples including Angkor Wat. A TourRadar traveler notes: "Our guide Sum made this journey incredible from the busy streets of Saigon to the serene temples of Angkor. Staying at places like the Central Corner d'Angkor in Siem Reap and Victoria Chau Doc Hotel along the way made the journey comfortable and memorable."

• What are the best ways to cross the border between Vietnam and Cambodia on these tours?

  The preferred route crosses by speedboat from Chau Doc Vietnam to Phnom Penh Cambodia taking 4-5 hours along the Mekong River. Tour operators manage border procedures though travelers need USD 35 for Cambodia visa fees (USD 30 visa + USD 5 processing). E-visas aren't accepted at this crossing with visas processed directly on the boat. Premium services like Scenic Spirit handle all documentation. According to a TourRadar traveler: "The border crossing was very well organized by our guide making what could have been a complicated process quite smooth."

• What are the main highlights and stops between Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap?

  Key stops include the vibrant floating markets of Cai Be and Can Tho in the Mekong Delta the historic Cu Chi Tunnels near Ho Chi Minh City and Phnom Penh's Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda. The route includes Chau Doc's floating villages before entering Cambodia and ends at the ancient Angkor temples in Siem Reap. Accommodations range from the Duc Vuong in Ho Chi Minh City to the Borei Hang Tep in Siem Reap. A TourRadar traveler shares: "The variety of destinations was incredible - from busy floating markets to peaceful temple complexes each stop offered something unique."

• What is the average price for a Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap tour?

  The price spectrum ranges from USD 780 to USD 10550 depending on comfort level. Basic explorer tours begin at USD 780 for a week while premium river cruises reach USD 10550 for 15 days. Standard comfort tours cost between USD 2000-4000. A TourRadar traveler confirms: "The tour provided excellent value with comfortable accommodations at the Odys Boutique Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and great guides throughout."

• What transportation methods are used between Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap?

  The route combines air-conditioned vehicles speedboats on the Mekong Delta and river cruises. CroisiEurope operates luxury vessels like the Toum Tiou 2 while companies such as On The Go Tours mix land travel with flights from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap. A TourRadar traveler reports: "Our journey included amazing boat trips along the Mekong comfortable coaches between cities and well-organized transfers that made the whole experience seamless."

• What is the average distance covered between Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap?

  The route covers 500-600 kilometers following the Mekong River combining land and water transport with river cruises as a central feature. One TourRadar traveler notes: "The journey along the Mekong from Ho Chi Minh City through the Delta and up to Siem Reap was fascinating especially seeing how life changes along the river."