Vietnam Cambodia

Today we visit South Gate - the ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th c.), Bayon temple (54 Unique towers decorated with 200 smiling faces), the royal enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephants Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. Later we visit Ta Prohm Temple and Angkor Wat – A UNESCO World Heritage Site. This temple complex covers 81 hectares and is comparable in size to the Imperial Palace in Beijing. Angkor Wat's five towers symbolize Meru's five peaks – the enclosed wall represents the mountains on the edge of the world. In the evening, we take a traditional Cambodian Massage. In the evening, we enjoy the traditional Apsara Dance Show with dinner.

Today we visit the floating village of Chong Kneas – at the edge of a lake the village dwells with stilted and floating houses which keeps moving according to the level of water. Here we take a traditional wooden boat for a ride on the Tonle Sap Lake. We then fly to Hanoi – Vietnam’s capital city for over 1000 years.

Today we explore Hanoi, we visit Ho Chi Minh Complex – comprising of the Mausoleum of the nation’s founder – Ho Chi Minh. We take a photo stop at one of Hanoi’s icons, the One Pillar Pagoda – built in the 11th century it origins date back to the foundation of the city. Later we proceed to Halong Bay – a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its emerald waters and thousands of towering limestone islands. Upon arrival we proceed to the jetty and do the check-in formalities for the cruise. Enjoy a fantastic cruise sailing in Halong Bay and view Dark and Light cave. We also pass by Dinh Huong Island and Ga Choi Islands. Today we enjoy overnight stay on cruise amidst beautiful landscapes of Halong Bay.

Enjoy the fresh morning in the middle of the bay while cruising through the magnificent rock formations and back towards port. After disembarking we proceed back to Hanoi. Upon arrival we visit the Temple of Literature – which is well known as the first university of Vietnam built in the 11th century. Later we fly to Da Nang – a coastal city known for its sandy beaches and history as a French colonial port. Upon arrival, we see Dragon Bridge and other illuminated bridges on the river Han.

Today we proceed to Sun World Ba Na Hills. We drive on one of the most beautiful roads of the city and arrive at the cable car station at the foot of Ba Na Hills. Enjoy the cable car ride offering spectacular views of Da Nang and the surrounding forests. We first visit Golden Bridge – the Bridge has a design of it being held in two giant hands and it offers some spectacular views of the Vietnamese countryside. We also enjoy the other attractions such as Le Jardin, Wax Museum, French Village, Pagodas and Alpine Coaster. In the evening we proceed to Hoi An – an ancient town which was declared as World Heritage Site by UNESCO is now a peaceful town of exceptionally well-preserved architecture, lifestyles and traditions. We take a walking city tour and discover a 400-year-old Covered Bridge, Phung Hung Ancient House, Fujian (assembly hall). See a different side of Hoi An when all the roads, houses, restaurants and cafes are illuminated by thousands of lanterns, creating a magical glow. We then take a Lantern Boat Ride on the Hoai river and witness the town's architectural wonders come to life under the shimmering lantern lights.

Today we fly to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival we explore the city of Ho Chi Minh, we visit Dame Cathedral, the Old Sai Gon Post Office, former US Embassy and Cho Lon including Thien Hau Pagoda. We then visit the War Crime Museum which features a comprehensive collection of the machinery, weapons, photos, and the documentation of Vietnam's war with both the French and the Americans, Reunification Palace which was the former residence of the President of South Vietnam until the end of April 1975.

Today early morning, we proceed to Cu Chi Tunnels, Cu Chi was an important base during the American War, because of its strategic location. The Vietcong built a 200km long network of tunnels connecting command posts, hospitals, shelters and the weapon factories. Dug out of hard laterite by hand tools without the use of cement, this amazing network was never discovered. Later we return to Ho Chi Minh city.