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Considering a holiday to Southeast Asia? This 7 nights 8 days Cambodia and Vietnam trip package is a wonderful way to discover the warm charm, historic intrigue, and stunning nature that this region has to offer. You will experience the peace and culture of both Cambodia and Vietnam as you see some of the main highlights. In Cambodia, you will visit the stunning Angkor temples, everything about the temples shows that Cambodia is a county that is steeped in heritage. In Vietnam, you visit the underground world of the Cu Chi Tunnels located in Ho Chi Minh City, which consist of over 200 kilometers of tunnels that became a whole underground city. You will see the Central Market, the Royal Palace, and the National Museum while in Phnom Penh. Your well-informed itinerary for Vietnam includes visiting temples, a snake farm and a boat trip in the Mekong Delta area of My Tho.
Check out this 8 day Cambodia Vietnam travel itinerary which incorporates not just sightseeing at historical sites, but also amazing local experiences! Besides the sites, there are so many cultural experiences such as attending local dance performances, touring local tropical fruit farms, local boat tours, and floating villages, shopping for souvenirs, massages, and so much more!
There is plenty of adventure to be had, if you are the adventurous type. There are all sorts of water sports in Cambodia, kayaking, snorkelling, swimming, wakeboarding, and also unique experiences such as bathing with elephants, laying on the beautiful white sandy beaches of Cambodia, bicycle tours in Siem Reap, attend the local Apsara dance in Phnom Penh, cruising along the Mekong River, and experience Angkor Wat.
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Itineraries
Day 1
Ho Chi Minh City: Arrival and day at leisure
When you fly into Ho Chi Minh City, someone will be at the airport to welcome you and help you transfer to the hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure once you check into the hotel. After that, we do not have any group activities planned. You have the rest of the day to relax or explore on your own. You might consider walking to the nearby attractions, or going to a local market area. Or you might choose to just relax and go to bed early. You can walk to attractions that are covered in our group itinerary or you can just explore on your own. After our tour, we will spend that day down by the waterfront, explore the tourist shops, see the War Museum and go out for dinner at a local place.
Day 2
Ho Chi Minh City: City tour
Experience the Historical Culture with a Full Day City Tour
We will start with breakfast and then a city tour to see the highlights of Ho Chi Minh City. This section of the trip will include the Cathedral of Notre Dame and the Central Post Office, both of which offer good examples of French-colonial architecture in the city. We will also see the Reunification Palace (the former Presidential Palace of South Vietnam) and the War Remnants Museum - which captures some of the history that makes Vietnam such a rich destination.
In the afternoon, we will travel about 60 kilometers out of the city to finish our City Tour in Cu Chi Tunnels. The day will begin with a short documentary on the tunnels that explains how they were all constructed, and the tunnels' significance as an underground network. Then we will walk through part of the 200 kilometer long tunnel system, which was actually a hidden city with living quarters, hospitals, food storage, and military command posts.
Finally, you will get to sample tea and cassava, as the guerillas did during the war. Then we returned to Ho Chi Minh City to conclude the day's trip for overnight accommodations.
Day 3
Ho Chi Minh City: My Tho, boat trip and Tortoise Island
Discover Local Life and Nature
After a hearty breakfast, it is time to take a beautiful journey to My Tho. Relax on a boat ride along the Bai Dinh natural canal to observe traditional stilt houses and passing fruit orchards (you can also stop in some). Then off to Tortoise Island where a delicious lunch awaits you under the shade of orchard greenery.
As my journey through Cambodia and Vietnam rolls on with Fab Holidays, cruise down the Tan Thach canal in Ben Tre. The huge coconut palms hide the sleek waterways of tropical Ben Tre. At the local family workshop, get a great window into rural family life and family traditions.
Continuing on to Thoi Son Island, take a step forward to explore the tropical fruit farms and row along the crabapple tree-lined canals. After experiencing the tranquil countryside, return to My Tho and drive back to Ho Chi Minh City for your next cozy hotel stay.
Day 4
Siem Reap: Arrival and Angkor Tour
Uncover the Mysteries of Angkor Wat
Once you finish breakfast, it's time to make your way to Siem Reap, Cambodia. Upon arrival, start your amazing adventure of the one and only Angkor temple complex straight from the airport. First, you will visit Angkor Thom, an enormous city-temple created in the 12th century. You will have an opportunity to take photos of the South Gate with the incredible statues of the Churning of the Ocean of Milk.
After visiting the South Gate you will embark on a journey to the impressive Bayon Temple with it's 54 towers and 200+ smiling and serene faces of Buddha. Next continue your visit to the Elephant Terrace, the Terrace of the Leper King and eventually the Royal Enclosure.
In the afternoon, you will be astonished by the superb Angkor Wat, the most famed, largest, and undoubtedly the most beautiful temple in the area! It spans 81-hectares and is the finest example of classical Khmer architecture and art.
After a day of exciting exploration with Fab Holidays, you can relax in the evening with a delicious Khmer Dance Show and dinner. You will stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 5
Siem Reap: Tour of Angkor Temple Complex
Reveal the Secrets of Cambodia's Hidden Temples
You'll begin the day with breakfast before riding in a tuk-tuk to Ta Prohm. A walking tour takes you through Banteay Kdei and the well-known Tu Prohm, otherwise referred to as the jungle temples that combine nature with ancient temples. The walking tour should last for no more than two hours, and you will have the option to visit the neighboring local villages of Ta Prohm.
To end the day, you will find out more about the history of the Cambodia region through the Preah Khan temple where ancient stone walls gradually transferred into trees, which were overgrown over time. After a culturally rich and adventurous day, you'll ride back to your hotel where you will find peace for a restful overnight stay.
Day 6
Phnom Penh: Arrival and day at leisure
A chance for a day of relaxation or self-exploration
After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel in Siem Reap and driven by car to Phnom Penh. When you get to the hotel home in Phnom Penh, you will be able to check in to your hotel. This allows you to relax and settle into your hotel. You will have the remaining day to explore all the other local attractions that interest you, or you can just relax at your hotel. Your hotel offers a comfortable overnight stay.
Day 7
Phnom Penh: City tour
Experience the Wonders of Phnom Penh
Fuelled by a delicious breakfast head off on an inspiring adventure in Phnom Penh, the capital city of Cambodia! We'll kick off the day with a visit to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and then proceed to the National Museum, where you will be amazed by the interesting history of Khmer art and sculpture from the period of 9-15th century, as well as some 4th century finds. After the National Museum we will visit the Royal Palace - the residence of the king of Cambodia - and the Silver Pagoda - an important symbol of the country's religious inheritance. The day will come to an intriguing end as you return to the hotel to unwind and prepare for a well-deserved sleep.
Day 8
Phnom Penh: Departure for home
It’s Time to End Your Vietnam and Cambodia Adventure
After a satisfying breakfast, checkout from your hotel to end your Cambodia-Vietnam journey. Then you will be transferred to your airport to return home with a heart full of lovely experiences and simply too many photographs to cherish for many years to come.
- 4 Star Hotel
- Hotel in the center of city
- Vietnam Visa letter approval
- Car pick up and transfer to airport mentioned in program
- English speaking tour guide
- Meals as mentioned in program
- Halong bay cruise
- Aircon bus during the tour
- All entrance fees sightseeing ticket in the itinerary
- Beverage and personal items
- Tips for tour guide (optional)
- Other meals not mentioned in Itinerary
- Cambodia visa
- Tour guide in Siem Reap tour
Cambodia and Vietnam.
Phnom Penh, Siem Reap (Angkor Wat), and Ho Chi Minh City.
International airfare is not included, but internal transfers may be covered.
Yes, separate visas are typically required for Cambodia and Vietnam.
The best time is from November to March for pleasant weather.
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