Unbox Southeast Asia Heritage 28 Days

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When you get to Bangkok, your private guide and driver will be there to meet you. They will then take you to your hotel.

As soon as you set foot in this vibrant metropolis, you will feel the stifling heat and hectic pace of Thailand's bustling capital. After you have checked into our hotel, you are free to do some independent sightseeing, relax your muscles with a therapeutic massage, or just lie by the pool and take in the first rays of that delicious Thai sunlight.

In the evening, you can join an optional Dinner and Cruise tour on the Chao Phraya River*.

Optional Dinner and Cruise:  Embark on a large and elegant boat and see the breathtaking and unequaled beauty of Bangkok's Chao Phraya River at night.  Experience a memorable dinner cruise in a romantic setting beneath the starry sky, surrounded by dazzling stars. As you sail, take in Bangkok's most recognizable sights, such as Wat Arun, Wat Kalayanamit, the Grand Palace, ICONSIAM, and the Rama VIII Bridge, which are all beautifully illuminated against the night sky. Indulge in an excellent international buffet crafted by professional chefs, with over 30 scrumptious delicacies (drinks not included). Enjoy quality care from the time you board until you safely return to shore, assuring a stress-free and genuinely memorable evening for you and your loved ones.

Warning: This Optional activity is only available if your flight lands in Bangkok before 2 pm.

Overnight in Bangkok

Meals included: Breakfast | Dinner

After breakfast, the guide will pick you up at the hotel. This tour of Bangkok's most prominent temples will immerse you in the city's rich history and spiritual legacy.  From the towering Grand Palace to the breathtaking Wat Pho and Wat Arun, this guided walking tour takes you through centuries of Thai art, culture, and religion.

 Begin your day by seeing Thailand's renowned Grand Palace, a symbol of the royal family and an architectural marvel.  Wander around the beautiful temples, including the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew), which houses one of Thailand's most holy Buddha images.  Admire the beautiful features of the palace's golden spires and murals, while your guide explains their historical significance.

 Continue to Wat Pho, where you'll see the colossal 46-meter-long Reclining Buddha, covered in gold leaf.  This temple, also known as the birthplace of traditional Thai massage, is a must-see for its peaceful atmosphere and rich cultural past.

 After that, cross the Chao Phraya River to visit Wat Arun, one of Bangkok's most recognizable monuments.  Wat Arun is known for its tall prang (spire) that is artistically embellished with multicolored porcelain and provides stunning views of the river and cityscape.  Climb the temple's steep steps to see the exquisite sculptures up close and enjoy the breathtaking panoramic vistas.

Our afternoon ends in Bangkok's Chinatown, which is one of the city's oldest areas. It is possible to buy almost anything you can think of in this chaotic labyrinth of narrow streets and busy sois (alleys), which are overrun with restaurants, stores, street markets, and food booths. You will also make a pit stop to try some of the most delicious food the city has to offer, such as odd snacks in a market, some of the best noodles in the city, or dessert. There is no need to bother eating in advance because you won't feel hungry at any point during the event. Throughout the course of the tour, vegetarian meal alternatives will be provided.

Overnight in Bangkok

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

Have breakfast and get a cup of coffee while waiting for a guide to pick you up at the lobby.

The tour guide will pick you up at 7 a.m., and you'll spend the day touring the best of the province of Kanchanaburi in western Thailand.

First, check out the trains going by at the Maeklong Railway Market, where you can view the train passing over the market on the train track. Don't forget to taste some Thai desserts and fruits at the market.

Damnoensaduak Floating Market is the next destination. Drive to the pier and get a small private boat for the canal tour (about 30 mins). The boat will pass through the Damnoensaduak Floating Market in where the villagers sell their fruits and food on their paddle boats.

After that, take a transfer to the province of Kanchanaburi for a traditional Thai lunch

Go see the Bridge on the River Kwai and find out what role it played in World War II. The Kwai Bridge was made popular by the eponymous film. The "Krasae Buddha Cave" is worth getting there in the hour-long drive; it served as a POW camp in World War II.  The last one, enjoy a 30-minute train trip along the abandoned Death Railway bridge over the Kwai River.

You will get back to your Bangkok hotel between 19:00 and 20:00.

Overnight in Bangkok

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

Ayutthaya was the capital of Siam during its golden age, and its temple ruins are a sight to behold.

After breakfast, your guide will pick you up for the drive to Wat Lokayasutha, which is the first stop in Ayutthaya, after traveling there in a luxurious and air-conditioned vehicle from Bangkok. This temple is famous for its enormous picture of a Buddha that is reclining Buddha because it is one of the few constructions that have been preserved here.

Your next stop will be at Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, which is located within the complex of the royal palace and was used by the royal family for religious ceremonies. It is widely acknowledged as Ayutthaya's most significant religious structure.

After that, you should go to Wat Mahathat Ayutthaya. It is said that the sacred relic of the Buddha was formerly kept within this temple, making it one of the oldest and most important in Ayutthaya's history. Take a moment to appreciate the iconic Buddha head that has been sculpted into the roots of a Bodhi tree.

You will have a delicious lunch at a local Thai restaurant, where your guide will be available to provide recommendations on the regional delicacies served there.

Your journey should come to a close at the magnificent Wat Chaiwattanaram, which is located along the river. As you make your way through the gigantic grounds, don't forget to keep your eyes peeled for the captivating architectural style that was inspired by the Angkor Wat complex in Cambodia. After that, you'll get access to a day room at a local hotel in Ayutthaya to unwind and clean up before the overnight train ride north.

Overnight on the train

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

Note: Going on the overnight train, you will be in a soft sleeping class. There are air conditioning, bunk beds, sheets, and a pillow, as well as multishare spaces. For private and, more importantly, to block the light that can make it hard to sleep, there is a curtain over each berth. This is because the central lights are on all night. Every bed has a plug socket and a reading light, so people can charge their phones and laptops or read while they ride the train. To help you sleep better, please bring a sleep mask and earplugs. On board, you can also get food and drinks. Keep in mind that your bags will ride with you in the carriage.

Start your day in Chiang Mai, the liveliest city in northern Thailand. The city is famous for its kind, welcoming inhabitants in addition to its fascinating ancient town and magnificent temples. Take lunch and a stroll through town before hitting the road to a breathtaking 300-step Naga-guarded stairway at the end of a picturesque, winding mountain road. As you reach the peak of Doi Suthep, one of the most beautiful temples in Thailand, you will be rewarded for your ascent. From this vantage point, you can take in breathtaking views of the city below, and if you're lucky, you can hear the local Buddhist monks chanting in the evening. Get back to Chiang Mai in the evening, when you should have some free time to explore the vibrant night market or dine at one of the many excellent waterfront restaurants. Without a doubt, you must have Kao soy, the characteristic meal of the north, which consists of yellow wheat noodles cooked in a curry broth with your choice of chicken or beef.

Overnight in Chiang Mai

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

Start a new day with fresh air and breakfast at your hotel.

Begin from your hotel, take a trip to the southwest of Chiang Mai, and enjoy the beautiful scenery as you pass by local farms, communities inhabited by hill tribes, and rice fields.

You should take a trip to the Mae Wang Waterfalls so that you may unwind and cool off in the water there. The Elephant Sanctuary, which is located deep in the jungle, is where you will arrive. A host will greet you as you enter the sanctuary, and then a guide will take you through the entire experience.

Take a moment to learn about elephants. As you learn how to make healthy treats for the elephants, you will learn new things. Take the elephants you saved out for a walk and feed, and pet them. Watch the elephants look for food and the families of elephants converse with each other. Elephants bathing in the river is one of their favorite things to do. After a cool swim, they will walk to a place where they will be given more food as a farewell gift.

Before being dropped off at your accommodation in Chiang Mai, you will finish off the day with a bamboo rafting ride along the Mae Wang River, which is known for its breathtaking scenery.

After a journey of one hour back to Chiang Mai, you will be dropped off at your hotel. The rest of the day is at your disposal to do as you like. 

Overnight in Chiang Mai

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

Note: You should bring extra clothes, comfortable shoes, sandals you don't mind getting wet and dirty, shampoo and soap, a camera, and mosquito spray or bug repellent.

Check out of the hotel after breakfast, and then drive to Pai in a private minivan through the twisting mountain road for around three hours and thirty minutes. Pai is located in the northern portion of Thailand. Mok Fah Waterfall, a 60-meter beauty in Huay Nam Dang National Park, and Pong Duad Hot Spring are well worth a visit. This potent phenomenon emerges at a temperature of 99 degrees from deep inside the Earth in a gushing motion. The people of Thailand think that it has natural characteristics that are beneficial to the complexion of the skin! On the drive there, lunch will be provided at a nearby restaurant.

Make a stop at the magnificent Pai Canyon, which is characterized by attractive red sandstone, on the way to the accommodation in Pai. The hike to the lookout above the canyon is only a short distance.

Overnight in Pai

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

After breakfast at the hotel, depart for the well-known cave system of Tham Lod, which is around an hour's drive away. Discover the cave system that is 1.5 kilometers long by floating on bamboo rafts while being taken through it on the river that runs through it. When they enter the cave after 4 p.m., visitors will be able to watch a truly extraordinary spectacle, which consists of thousands of swifts flying into the caves to roost and an equally remarkable number of bats flying out of the caves for the night.

The community of Jabo can be found near Tham Lod. Inhabited by members of the vibrant Black Lahu Tribe, who are known for their kind hospitality. Instead of the destructive agricultural practices used elsewhere, the community decided to build its tourist program in order to demonstrate its culture, traditional values, healing methods, and capacity to live in harmony with nature. This was done in place of the farming methods used elsewhere.

Make a brief stop at Kiew Lom Viewpoint on the way back to the hotel. From this vantage point, you will have amazing views of the Himalayan Mountains as they spread through Northern Thailand and into Myanmar.

On the way back to the hotel, we stopped for lunch at a small eatery.

Overnight in Pai

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

Morning, breakfast at the hotel and check out, and get the car to transfer to the airport in Chiang Mai. (Pai – Chiang Mai (130 km): 2.50 hr). On arrival, our guide will welcome you and take you to the hotel in the city centre. You can spend time walking around the streets to explore the local life or relax at your hotel.
 

Overnight in Hanoi

Meals included: Breakfast

After being picked up from your hotel, meet your tour guide and proceed to your first destination, the incense stick-making village. As you go around the village, you can learn more about the techniques used by local artists. Stop by a few locations around the village to shoot some great shots.

Then, hop back on the bus and head to your next stop, which is only 15 minutes away: the traditional conical hat-making town. Not only can you see, but you can also participate in the process of manufacturing and painting your hat, which will serve as a remembrance of your day.

For lunch, visit a local artisan's home or a riverbank eatery. After lunch, saying goodbye to a hat-making village, head to the final stop, the lacquer art-making village. Observe and learn about the spirit of local artwork from the craftspeople as you visit a huge family-owned enterprise.

Visit the local artist's house in the village to learn about the process of manufacturing lacquer art products and to get the opportunity to paint one.  Finally, board the bus and return to Hanoi's city center. 

Overnight in Hanoi

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

After breakfast, you will have a journey to the city of Halong, which will take around two hours by car, and then you will take a speedboat from the port to your beautiful boat.

The lunch will be served to you as the boat travels on to our destination, passing by an almost unlimited number of islands and islets. Unquestionably a genuinely wonderful encounter.

Unwind and take in the entrancing atmosphere that envelops you, thanks to the otherworldly setting of the ocean while relaxing on the terrace deck or your private balcony.

Are you prepared to take part in the activity now? Let's get out on the boat and spend an hour paddling on kayaks. If you don't like kayaking, don't worry, you can also swim.

When the time has passed, you will make your way back to the boat to participate in a lively sundown party on the sundeck. In this area, you will have the opportunity to socialize with other vacationers while you take in the beauty of Halong Bay while listening to soothing music.

As the sun begins to drop, we make our way to the peaceful anchorage where we will spend the night.  A great day is off by indulging in a sumptuous dinner prepared by our chef. After that, you are free to do whatever you wish with your time, such as fishing or just unwinding.

Overnight on Halong Bay

Meal: Breakfast | lunch | dinner

With a light breakfast of crisp toast, flavorful eggs, and a cup of enticing coffee or tea, you can start your day off right. When you're finished, you'll be prepared to embark on the day's main adventure: exploring the Cave.

Because it is the most stunning and alluring cave in Halong Bay, it is a remarkable destination. Your knowledgeable tour guide will talk to you about everything there is to know about it.

After that, the boat will continue crashing into numerous islands and islets, giving you a good perspective of Halong Bay's breathtaking splendor. Vietnam is the only country in the world where such a site exists!

Do you want to attend a cooking class? One of the regional specialties, delectable deep-fried spring rolls, will be one of the recipes you learn to make from our chef. You must do it to really appreciate it!

Later, as you have a delicious lunch, we'll cruise back to the pier. After that, it will be time to disembark and bid the boat crew farewell.

We'll bus you to Hanoi. The bus will drop you off at your hotel.

Overnight in Hanoi

Meal: Breakfast | Lunch

Morning

After breakfast and check-out, you are picked up by your guide and driver and driven to Ninh Binh's breathtaking mountain beauty. Ninh Binh, located just 2 hours from Hanoi, has remained relatively unspoiled, boasting breathtaking limestone karst landscapes and the Vietnamese abundance of underground streams and grottos.

You will experience the Trang An eco-tourism complex (the third Unesco World Heritage site on your itinerary) and its breathtaking karst landscapes, complete with hidden grottoes, towering peaks, and peaceful streams, upon arrival. Take a sampan through Trang An's amazing network of caves, arches, and grottos, including Sang Cave, Toi Cave, Ba Giot Cave, and Sinh Cave.

Afternoon

After lunch, you will continue your tour of Hoa Lu, the site of Vietnam's Ancient Capital in the 11th Century. As a result of millennia of erosion, the crumbling remains have been almost completely absorbed by the stunning surroundings, creating a magical aura that is certain to captivate your imagination.

Explore the history of the last two temples of the Dinh and Le Emperors upon arrival. The temples were restored in the 17th century, but it is thought that they were constructed on the ancient foundations of the 11th and 12th-century palaces.

Take a leisurely bike ride in the area, passing by limestone karsts and gorgeous landscapes as you ride down backroads. Arrive at Mua Cave Mountain, where a short climb leads to a breathtaking overlook with a breathtaking view of the Ngo Dong River below, which winds around the high mountains.

After the trip, the driver will drop you off at your boutique resort in Tam Coc. This is a refuge where you may escape the hustle and bustle of city life while immersed in some of the world's most stunning scenery.

Overnight in Tam Coc

Meal: Breakfast | Lunch

Morning

After breakfast and check-out, you will be transferred to Ninh Binh Railway station to board the day train to Dong Hoi. The nine-hour train journey will be spent in a soft sleeper cabin with air conditioning and four beds.

Evening

Upon arriving in Dong Hoi, your private guide and driver will meet you at the railway station exit and bring you to your bungalow, where you will spend two enchanting nights.

Overnight in Quang Binh

Meal: Breakfast

Morning

Your guide will pick you up from your hotel at 8:00 AM and take you to the office. You will receive water, towels, and tour itinerary information, sign the Release form, and listen to safety instructions. Then, the car will take you deep into Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park to the start.

The party will follow the Elephant Cave entry trail here. A gigantic cave entrance slowly emerges from the Ke Bang forest's rich vegetation, followed by cold air. A food and pastry break will refresh you. The safety aides will help you put on helmets, torches, and gloves to explore this cave.

You'll walk through green moss, sparkling stalactites, and stalagmites in the dark, and learn about Elephant Cave's formation and a glorious wartime period when Vietnamese soldiers held it as a stronghold. This interesting voyage will reveal amazing surprises.

You will return to the Ma Da Valley campground after touring Elephant Cave and shooting photos at the back entrance. You'll feel "refreshed" after swimming in Ma Da Lake's beautiful, refreshing water.

 Jungle Boss' cooks will grill a wonderful lunch by the lake.  The lunch, served with Phong Nha's "Moi Cheo" salt mixture, will leave a lasting impact.

Afternoon

You will hike through the jungle to Tra Ang Valley, home to the 600-meter-long Tra Ang water cave, after lunch. From the campsite, safety aides will help you with life jackets and headlamps to explore this amazing water cave.

 After finishing, you'll drink hot tea or coffee at the campsite and travel 15 minutes to Road 20 Quyet Thang. The car will take you back to the hotel.

Overnight in Phong Nha

Meal: Breakfast | Lunch

You will have the whole morning at your leisure. Breakfast will be served at the bungalow. Check out of the room at about 9:00 and get a private car to move to Hue.

Afternoon

You will go on a half-day tour of Hue to learn more about this beautiful city. Take a dragon boat to the first place, Thien Mu Pagoda (Heaven Fairy Lady Pagoda), which is the oldest pagoda in Hue City. The morning boat ride to the pagoda will be a great way to start the trip. The Perfume River's fresh air will make you feel very good. Visit The Citadel. The Nguyen Dynasty, Vietnam's last royal family, lived in the Imperial City. After the Citadel, our car will take you to the Dong Ba market, which is Hue's busiest and has a lot of different foods and goods. You can see how people in the area buy and sell things here. This is also a chance to buy gifts for your family and friends. 

Overnight in Hue

Meal: Breakfast

Morning

Enjoy your breakfast. Visit Khai Dinh Tomb, which is a mix of Western and Eastern architecture. A quick trip to the Minh Mang Tomb, which is thought to be the most beautiful of all the Royal Tombs. It is known for its architecture, which fits in well with the natural environment.

At the end of the day, you will arrive at Truc Chi Garden, an art workshop specializing in bamboo and papercraft. You will have the opportunity to speak with one of the other students there, and you will also be allowed to participate in a hands-on activity in which you will learn how to produce artwork using the etching technique with bamboo pulp.

Afternoon

Get a private car to move to Hoi An Old Town. Check-in and relax time in Hoi An.

Overnight in Hoi An

Meal: Breakfast

Morning

You'll be picked up from your hotel in the morning and taken on an easy bike ride to a nearby fishing village along the Thu Bon River. There is a short cycling skills exam that will be administered to ensure your safety. Anyone who feels uncomfortable riding a bicycle can instead take a private car.

Travel at a leisurely speed via rural backroads and stop to watch farmers tending to their rice fields using techniques that have changed little over the years. To get to the other side of the palm groves, bridges, and water buffalo pastures, you'll need to get on your bike.

Stop with a local family in Cam Thanh Village, then take a 1.5-hour walkable boat trip through the Water Coconut Palm Forest on a traditional basket boat (round boat). Spend your time in the Canal learning to sail a basket boat and fishing for fish and "purple crabs."

Keep pedaling until you reach Tra Que Organic Vegetable Village, where an abundance of veggies is grown for distribution in the surrounding area. Once you get to the hamlet, you will be shown the environment-friendly techniques that the local villagers have widely used for generations and continue to use in the present day.

Visit a local family after a day of farming to relax with a foot massage and herbal foot bath. At the end of the day, you'll take a break from your travels by returning via horseback to your hotel. In the afternoon, we will be going on a walking and eating trip.

Afternoon

Tour highlights include the Chua Ong Pagoda, Tan Ky Ancient House, Fujian Assembly Hall, and the Japanese Covered Bridge, all of which may be seen in the Ancient Quarter of Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Visit the Precious Heritage Museum, which houses Réhahn's Precious Heritage Collection, for more of its permanent display. The collection will take you to the most remote regions of Vietnam and reveal the intricate cultural fabric of the country's ethnic minorities.

Visiting the Reaching Out Tea House, owned and maintained by mute and deaf people, is the highlight of the day. The tea house is a peaceful haven in the heart of the Old District, otherwise full of noise and activity. In this establishment, you can expect to be served wonderful Eastern-style tea and tasty sweets.

It's time to start exploring Hoi An's delicious street food. You'll get to eat at stalls frequented by locals and savor the region's cuisine alongside them as your guide leads you through the maze of narrow streets. At 4 o'clock every day, the streets of Hoi An are flooded with dozens of merchants hawking anything from fresh fruit to grilled pork. The street food tour is a fantastic way to get a taste of some of the local specialties like Banh Mi, meet the people who prepare them, and see how the natives of Hoi An organize their condiment trays.

Overnight in Hoi An

Meal: Breakfast | lunch | Street Food

Unleash your creativity and learn a timeless talent in this 3-hour wood carving session, located in the serene town of Gonoi, approximately 17 kilometers from Hoi An—the ideal escape from the tourist crowds.

On your way from Hoi An to our workshop, you'll pass through peaceful rice fields, twisting rivers, and a picturesque countryside landscape. Take your time, admire the beauty of rural Vietnam, and enjoy some solitude away from the masses.

Once you arrive at the gate, meet our skilled artist, who will give you a quick tour of two incredible art rooms. First, enter the realm of the father, a renowned national artist, whose small Museum features huge sculptures that bring Vietnamese history and culture to life. Then, head into the next room to see the son's modern carvings, which showcase his love of anime and modern characters.

After a quick tour of the facility, we're traveling to the riverside class, with lush corn fields and mountains in the distance. Step-by-step instructions will be provided for carving your wood art frame with a chisel. Don't worry if you run into any trouble; the artisans will rush in to assist you right away. Under the supervision of a skilled Vietnamese artisan, you'll use chisels and ancient tools to transform a simple block of wood into gorgeous frame art, revealing hidden designs such as flowers, animals, or whatever inspires you.

Overnight in Hoi An

Meal: Breakfast

Morning

Enjoy your time in Hoian Old Town. Let’s walk the ancient streets of Hoi An, lined with Chinese traders’ homes and wooden houses reincarnated as restaurants, cafés, and outlets for local artists, craftsmen, and tailors.

Afternoon

Transfer to the airport for a short flight to Ho Chi Minh, previously known as Saigon. The driver will pick you up at the airport and transfer you to the hotel. And this is free time to explore Ho Chi Minh in your way.

Evening

Experience the vibrant nightlife of Vietnam with an exhilarating "Saigon by Night" tour. Take a ride on the back of a scooter and relax while sampling the greatest local dishes and drinks and exploring the hidden gems of Saigon. This unique adventure provides a refreshing change from our daytime excursions, allowing you to immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere after dark. During the food tour, we will take you to the city's most popular street vendors and hidden lanes, showcasing where locals prefer to eat. So save your appetite, thrill your palate, and allow us to fill your stomach with delicious and authentic Vietnamese cuisine!

Rest assured, even vegetarians can enjoy a wide range of delectable choices! Safety is our top priority, so you can relax and enjoy the adventure.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh

Meal: Breakfast | Street Food

Morning

After breakfast, you will be greeted by your guide and driven to Cu Chi, a small village located northwest of Ho Chi Minh City known for its network of subterranean tunnels that served as a haven and successful infiltration route for the Viet Cong during the closing stages of the Vietnam War.

Upon arrival, you will view a brief instructional movie before visiting the tunnels, the most renowned battlegrounds of the period. It is thought that the concealed network of Viet Cong tunnels spanned "hundreds of miles" in total length and contained living quarters, storage areas, temporary hospitals, kitchens, etc. Although the system was initially somewhat narrow, some sections have been enlarged for tourists, and you have the option to explore them.

Please note that these tunnels will be hot and claustrophobic, so if you want to watch from above ground, that is an option.

Cassava, the staple diet of the Viet Cong soldiers, is served alongside a tart tea. After exploring the Cu Chi Tunnels, return to the city with lunch at the local restaurant on the way.

Afternoon

Spend the remainder of the day touring Ho Chi Minh City's major attractions. The Notre Dame Cathedral, the ornate City Hall (Hotel De Ville), the old Opera House, the historic Rex Hotel, the Central Post Office, renowned for its architecture, and Ben Thanh Market, where vendors display a vast array of goods and handicrafts, appealing to every taste, are particularly recommended.

Later, visit the Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum for a somber and enlightening look at Vietnam's military history and violent past.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh

Meal: Breakfast | Lunch

Morning

After breakfast, your driver and guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Ben Tre Town, which is referred to as the "rice bowl" of Vietnam because of its extensive rice fields, intricate canal system, and picturesque surroundings.

To get to Ben Tre town, where you will board a motorized boat excursion around the picturesque River and see several local industries along the route, it takes around two hours of driving through the fertile farmland countryside. While on the boat, we'll make stops at the modest local factory housing the mat-weaving business and the coconut processing workshops. Visit a quiet village where you may take a little stroll to see how the inhabitants live their daily lives and sample fresh fruits and honey tea. Continue your tour by stopping at a workshop in a coconut mill where a variety of expertly handcrafted coconut husk and fiber goods are made, including the local delicacy of coconut candy.

After that, go for a motorcycle (Xe Loi) ride or a bicycle excursion to visit the village's coconut and vegetable orchard plantations. Then you've finished your tour, your guide will take you for lunch at a local restaurant beside a river.

Afternoon

Take a small sampan to row around the coconut canals after lunch for the stunning view. The canals are secret streams that are bordered by a huge variety of tropical vegetation. The peaceful, rural environment is a refreshing and healing retreat from the hectic, distant HCM City. When the boat returns, the bus will pick up passengers at the pier and depart for Ho Chi Minh City.

The night is all yours. Let's go on a nighttime tour of Ho Chi Minh by yourself.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh

Meal: Breakfast | Lunch

Breakfast in the hotel. Today, you say farewell to Vietnam and go by road to Cambodia! After breakfast, travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh by big bus. The tour takes you through the countryside, so relax and enjoy the ride. Arrive in Phnom Penh in the evening, transfer to your hotel for check-in, and spend the rest of the evening getting acquainted with your new surroundings. Overnight stay in Phnom Penh.

For transfer: The big bus from Ho Chi Minh to Phnom Penh is 230 kilometers long and takes around 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take an optional flight (about one hour). This can be purchased at the following stage of the booking process.

Note: The visa to enter Cambodia can be obtained in advance online or at the border. Even if you complete it online, the bus will stop for a lunch break at the border, and a customs agent will handle the entire Visa process on-site for those who did not do it online. For more information on the Cambodian visa, refer to the Important Notes and "Not included" sections.

Overnight in Phnom Penh

Meal: Breakfast

Spend a half-day learning about the atrocities committed by the Khmer Rouge regime in Cambodia. Visit the Killing Fields, where over 1 million people were killed, and the Genocide Museum, which houses relics from the time.

 Start your tour in Phnom Penh, where you will meet your guide.  Sit in the air-conditioned vehicle and listen to a presentation about Pol Pot and his government as you drive to the Killing Fields.

 The bones and garment scraps left by the victims at the Killing Fields will let you appreciate the tragedy more fully.  Visit the mass graves and the memorial stupa to pay your respects to those who have died.

 Then return to the city center to visit the Genocide Museum. Learn more about the dictatorship and the people who were imprisoned.  See the little chambers and cells where the prisoners lived, as well as historical photographs.

 You will then have the opportunity to meet a few of the survivors. Hear their stories of what they went through and how they survived. At any time, you can ask your guide for further information.

 At the end of the tour, your guide will take you back to the hotel.

Overnight in Phnom Penh

Meal: Breakfast | Lunch

After breakfast, you and your driver will head to Phnom Penh's airport so you may catch a flight to the heart of Angkor Archaeological Park in Siem Reap.

Arrival in Siem Reap airport, have a native driver transport you to the hotel, where you may spend time doing anything you choose. 

Evening

A delightful evening of traditional Khmer cuisine and a stunning Apsara dance performance that highlights Cambodia's rich folk art. Apsaras are portrayed as celestial beings who captivate audiences with their graceful and mesmerizing dance. The elaborate hand gestures play an important role in the performance, with each movement communicating a distinct meaning. During the show, enjoy a delicious selection of Khmer foods from a buffet or set menu. Local favorites include the famous Amok Cambodian curry and Khmer BBQ, as well as worldwide selections. 

Overnight in Siem Reap

Meal: Breakfast | Dinner

Today, with the assistance of your guide and driver, you will spend an entire day touring the 400-square-kilometer Angkor Archaeological Park, which includes forested areas. The park features the beautiful ruins of five Khmer capitals from the ninth to the fifteenth century.

Morning

Begin with an early pickup from your accommodation in an air-conditioned car, then go to the main entrance of Angkor Wat to witness the breathtaking dawn over this ancient and mystical structure.

Avoid the crowds by beginning your day with a visit to the 13th-century Ta Prohm, a hauntingly beautiful temple where the roots of giant banyans and strangler figs entwine much of the stonework, creating scenes that have changed little since the French explorer Henri Mouhot rediscovered Angkor in 1863. This temple makes the 'Tomb Raider Temple' one of the most memorable and magnificent Angkor monuments.

Continue your explorations by visiting Angkor Thom, the ancient capital of the Great Khmer Empire, which once dominated a large portion of Southeast Asia. This city is enclosed by an 8-meter-tall wall that forms a perfect square. You will enter the city through the old South Gate, a colossal stone gate engraved with four enormous faces and elephants. A row of 54 gods or demons holds the sacred Naga serpent on each side of the entranceway.

Return to the hotel for a break from the midday heat at the hotel.

Afternoon

Your adventures will continue when you visit the late 12th-century Buddhist monastery Banteay Kdei ("Citadel of Chambers") and Sra Srang, also known as the "pool of ablutions." The Bayon Temple is located in the precise center of the historic city. This majestic masterpiece from the 12th century is famous for its 54 towers with mysterious faces representing the 54 provinces of the Great Khmer Empire.

Both the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King are noted for their exquisite bas-reliefs; therefore, you will also see them. On your stroll through the grounds of the ancient Royal Palace, you will see several little-visited, secret temples.

Take a leisurely gondola boat ride across the moats of Angkor Thom to end your day of touring. Imagine the royal metropolis when it controlled over two million people nearly 800 years ago in peaceful isolation. As the sun approaches the horizon, make your way to Prasat Chrung, a modest temple built in the manner of Bayon, and ascend an iron staircase to a secluded spot for spectacular views of the ruins at sunset.

Overnight in Siem Reap

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. The tour guide will pick you up and head to Kulen Mountain. After purchasing your ticket to Kulen Mountain, the trip begins with a breathtaking 1-hour drive through rice paddies and traditional Cambodian towns, providing a look into local life and picturesque scenery.

Visit the Palm Cake Village to experience traditional palm cake.  Next, follow a local guide to Phnom Kulen's hilltop. Explore the park's features, which include spectacular waterfalls, a reclining Buddha monument, and the River of Thousand Lingas, which dates from 802 AD.

After the visit, stop for a picnic at a nearby waterfall, where you can enjoy grilled chicken with seasonal fruits and swim in the waterfalls before heading deep into the rainforest to explore Beng Melea, a mysterious 12th-century jungle from the Angkor Wat period that has been overgrown with 300 years of vegetation, trees, lianas, and mosses.

Continue the trek by boat to Kampong Phluk, a floating village. Witness the daily life of fishermen's families that live in brightly colored stilt cottages. Boating through the flooded splendor of a mangrove forest, home to a variety of animals, including crab-eating macaques. 

Before returning to Siem Reap, pay a visit to a Buddhist monastery on an artificial island, where you may immerse yourself in Cambodian culture and natural beauty.

Overnight in Siem Reap

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

Start your day with a tasty breakfast at your hotel.

Free time to do some shopping and explore around before departing to the airport, where you catch your flight home or to your next destination; we will assist you with the planning.

The tour may be over, but the beautiful memories you have collected during these last 28 days will stay in your mind for the rest of your life. This is what we want to offer you: a tour that brings you great local experiences and makes you smile each time you think of them!