Itinerary
- Day 1
Ho Chi Minh City
You'll arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport and get transferred to the Park Hyatt Saigon. After settling in, head out to either the Ben Thanh Night Market or grab a coffee at one of the local cafés to kick things off. This gives you a nice intro to Ho Chi Minh City's evening energy.
Optional Activities
- Explore Ben Thanh Night Market
- Visit a local evening café
Landmarks/POIs Ben Thanh Night Market - Day 2
Ho Chi Minh City
Today you'll explore Vietnam's largest city on a guided tour. The mix of old temples and modern skyscrapers is really something, and you'll see how motorbikes weave through narrow alleyways. It's the blend of ancient and contemporary that makes this city work so well.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Dynamic Ho Chi Minh City tour
- Day 3
Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong Delta
Start with a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels to learn about the Vietnam War and the Viet Cong's underground network. After grabbing lunch, you'll transfer to the Mekong Jewel cruise ship to begin your river journey down the Mekong Delta.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Vestiges of War—Cú Chi Tunnels tour
Landmarks/POIs Cú Chi Tunnels - Day 4
Mekong Delta
You'll take a specialized excursion through the delta to see local farmers weaving sedge hats and working on bonsais. Back on the ship later, there's an authentic Vietnamese meal in the evening. This day shows you how people actually live along the river.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Authentic Vietnamese meal onboard)
Included Activities
- Village Life on the Mekong tour
- Day 5
Sa Dec and Gieng Island
After breakfast, travel by sampan to Sa Dec and watch village life unfold. You'll visit a colorful temple and the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, then head to Gieng Island to see locals making incense sticks and conical hats.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Sampans and Romance tour
Landmarks/POIs Sa Dec Gieng Island - Day 6
Hong Ngu and Mekong Delta
In the morning, reach Hong Ngu, a village known for traditional Khmer scarves. Watch weavers at work in their homes and check out a local temple dedicated to the Hoa Hao religion. Later this afternoon, you cross into Cambodia.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Daily Life on the Great Delta tour
Landmarks/POIs Hong Ngu - Day 7
Phnom Penh
You'll arrive in Phnom Penh, where three rivers meet. The city has a real mix of architecture, from French colonial buildings to Khmer temples and modern structures. There's a scenic riverside area worth walking along.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cambodia's capital—Phnom Penh tour
Landmarks/POIs Phnom Penh - Day 8
Phnom Penh
This is a difficult but important day. You'll visit the Killing Fields and a former school-turned-prison that's now a genocide museum. It's a sobering look at Cambodia's recent history, and while heavy, it provides real understanding.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- The Killing Fields—Tragedy and Reconciliation in Cambodia tour
Landmarks/POIs Killing Fields - Day 9
Phnom Penh
The day shifts toward Cambodia's future. You'll meet children at a local school and visit families in their homes. There's also a water blessing from Buddhist monks, which is a meaningful cultural moment.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cambodia's Vibrant Cultural Life tour
- Day 10
Phnom Penh to Siem Reap
You'll disembark and travel by motorcoach to Siem Reap, your gateway to the Angkor temples. Check in at the Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort, which sits minutes from Angkor Wat for your three-night stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- City Tour & Artisan Visit by Remork
Landmarks/POIs Siem Reap - Day 11
Siem Reap
Today's all about Angkor Wat, the massive religious complex and UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll spend the day exploring this architectural wonder and learning about its history. It's one of those places you need real time to take in.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Angkor Wat Temple tour
Optional Activities
- Cambodian Acrobatic Drama (€55 EUR)
- Khmer Culinary School (€55 EUR)
Landmarks/POIs Angkor Wat - Day 12
Siem Reap
Explore Angkor Thom, the royal city built during the Khmer dynasty's peak in the 12th century. The complex of Hindu and Buddhist monuments is hidden under jungle vines for centuries. Later, you'll enjoy an Apsara Show and dinner to round out the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Apsara Show and Dinner)
Included Activities
- South Gate Angkor Thom, Bayon, and Ta Prohm tour
- Apsara Show and Dinner
Optional Activities
- Bakheng Hill Sunrise & Gondola Boat Ride (€85 EUR)
Landmarks/POIs Angkor Thom Bayon Temple Ta Prohm - Day 13
Siem Reap to Hanoi
You have free time in Siem Reap before flying to Hanoi. Later you'll check into the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Hotel for a two-night stay in Vietnam's capital.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Quad Bike Tour (€150 EUR)
- Day 14
Hanoi
Take a tour of Hanoi's tree-lined boulevards and historic buildings. The city has this interesting contrast between lively, bustling streets packed with food vendors and museums alongside quiet historic sites. It's worth walking around to get the full picture.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hanoi City Tour
Landmarks/POIs Hanoi - Day 15
Hanoi Departure
Check out of the hotel and head to the airport for your flight home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
