South Indochina Tour-10 Days

Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam! On your first day, you will arrive at the airport at your preferred time as the only scheduled activity for the day is the airport pickup. Our friendly driver will be waiting to greet you at the airport and transport you to your hotel. Once you have checked in, you can take the rest of the day to relax and settle in, or explore the city on your own to get a feel for the local culture and attractions Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City and get ready for an exciting adventure! With a vibrant atmosphere, rich history, and delicious food, Ho Chi Minh City is the perfect starting point for your Vietnam trip. Take some time to rest and rejuvenate, and get ready for the amazing experiences that await you. Please let us know the details of your flight into Ho Chi Minh City's Tan Son Nhat Airport, and our team will arrange a private car to pick you up. Please note that check-in time is at 2:00 pm. --------------------------------- Accommodations: 3-Star Hotel

Embark on a city tour in the morning, starting with a visit to the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office, and the Reunification Palace. Next, explore the War Remnants Museum, a remarkable site that offers insights into the Vietnam War. In the afternoon, head 60km from HCMC to Cu Chi Tunnels, a popular spot for both Vietnamese and foreign tourists. The network of over 200km of tunnels played a vital role in the War and became legendary. In their heyday, the tunnels were functioning underground cities that included numerous trap doors, living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers, and kitchens. Despite now being home to ducks and water buffalos, the peaceful rural rice paddy scenery belies the violent history of the area. Visitors will find it difficult to imagine the destruction, damage, and defoliation caused by bombing and mines during the 1960s when Cu Chi was a "Free Target Zone." Our tour will start with a short introductory video showing how the tunnels were constructed before entering the tunnels and spending the next hour exploring them. Afterward, enjoy tea and cassava, which were common guerrilla foods during the war. We'll then return to Ho Chi Minh City, arriving at your hotel around 18:30. --------------------------------- Accommodations: 3-Star Hotel

A smooth one and half hour bus ride passing rice fields and stopping over the National highway and after tha t we will take the bus to go to My Tho city. Right here, we can ride on a motorboat to join in with the daily activities of the local people, enjoy the atmosphere and then take a cruise on the Upper River (Tien River) to Unicorn Island (Ky Lan). On our way, we will be crossing the fishing port, floating houses, these other Dragon, Phoenix and Turtle islands, visit the orchard garden, bee-farm to enjoy honey tea or you can take photos of a python and then we will go to the coconut candy workshop, you can try special candy have sugar free, coconut wine. A little time tour guide take you go to tropical fruit garden enjoy some fruits, enjoy the sound of "Southern Vietnamese folk music” and then follow horse carry visit the countryside, the amazing rowing boat trip on the small canal is something visitors can not miss. Then we will head to Ben Tre province - "the country of coconut ", we can have lunch in Phoenix island and enjoy free time to visit the crocodile farm or try to walk on the monkey bridge, then you are free to relax on the hammock. Visitors expects will be fulfilled by the final boat trip back to My Tho city, we will visit the beautiful Vinh Trang Pagoda –a temple was built in 1849. Say goodbye to Mekong Delta one day trip. We will return to HCM city by bus. --------------------------------- Accommodation: Lavender Hotel 3-star or similar

We'll start our day at 7:00 am and take the bus to Moc Bai border gate to enter Cambodia. The journey will take around 6-7 hours, and you'll receive a visa on arrival with the help of the bus crew (on request). Once we arrive, we'll be picked up by a local guide who will accompany us for the rest of the day. Our first stop in Phnom Penh will be Wat Phnom, a beautiful temple situated on a hill. We'll then visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, which are excellent examples of traditional Khmer architecture. Afterward, we'll head to the National Museum, where we can see many pre-and post-Angkor artifacts. Next, we'll visit the notorious Tuol Sleng Museum, a former school that was used as a prison by Pol Pot's security forces. It became the largest center for detention and torture during the rule of the Khmer Rouge. This visit is an opportunity to learn more about Cambodia's tragic history. Additionally, we'll have some time to explore the Russian Market before returning to our hotel for the night. --------------------------------- Accommodations: 3-Star Hotel

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before embarking on an adventure aboard the unique form of local transport known as a Motoremork or Tuk Tuk. We'll travel to Koh Darchh Island, where you'll be able to experience life on the river from a local perspective. Take a leisurely stroll around the village and visit a community craft workshop. The people here are known for their expertise in arts and crafts, which they utilize to create high-quality products sold in local markets. In addition to fishing and farming, these skills play a vital role in the local economy. After browsing the fine handmade items, kick back and relax in a comfortable hammock under a thatched roof water bungalow. Please note that dinner is not included in this tour, but we'll return to our hotel in Phnom Penh for an overnight stay. --------------------------------- Accommodations: 3-Star Hotel

Start your day with breakfast at the hotel before transferring to Giant Bus for your journey to Siem Reap. Our local driver will welcome us upon arrival and take us to check in at our hotel. The rest of the morning is free for you to explore Siem Reap city at your leisure. In the afternoon, we'll visit the Angkor Silk Farm and Artisan D'angkor, which is a school that trains young people in handicraft work. This initiative was launched by Chantier-Ecoles in cooperation with the Provincial Office of Education, Youth, and Sport. We'll also visit the Western Baray, a man-made lake from the 11th century used for irrigation purposes, and now a popular site for Cambodian family picnics. Lastly, we'll stroll through the Old Market, a vibrant shopping destination that offers a range of goods including souvenirs, textiles, and fresh produce. Our overnight stay will be in Siem Reap. --------------------------------- Accommodations: 3-Star Hotel

Begin your day with breakfast before embarking on a full-day excursion to discover the ancient city of Angkor Thom and its temples. Our first stop is Angkor Thom, also known as the Great City. We'll visit the Southern Gate and the famous Bayon Temple, which features 216 smiling faces of Avalokitesvara across 54 gothic towers. Next, we'll see the pyramidal Baphuon Temple and the Terrace of Elephants, used for public ceremonies and as a base for the king's grand audience hall. Lastly, we'll explore the charming Ta Prohm temple, known for its intertwining roots and moss-covered walls. We'll have a Khmer-style lunch in a local restaurant near Sras Srang, the Royal Pool of Ablutions. Afterward, you can relax and rejuvenate by enjoying a spread of delicious local food or exploring the traditional way of life and greeting the friendly locals. In the afternoon, we'll visit the world-famous Angkor Wat Temples, one of the seven greatest architectural wonders of the world. Originally built as a temple and mausoleum for King Suryavarman II at the peak of the Khmer empire in the first half of the 12th century, Angkor Wat is probably the best-preserved of the Angkorean temples. The central monument represents the mythical Mount Meru, home to the Hindu God Vishnu. The whole complex covers 81 hectares, surrounded by a rectangular wall measuring 1025 meters by 800 meters bordered by the inner edge of the moat. The temple's greatest sculptural treasure is its 2 km-long bas-reliefs around the walls. In the late afternoon, we'll visit Phnom Bakheng Temple, the first temple in the Angkor region built by King Yacovarman I in the 9th century. Located on a gentle hill slope, we'll catch a memorable view of the stunning sunset and distant Angkor Wat in the jungle. In the evening, we'll enjoy a buffet local dinner with a Cambodian cultural performance, including an Apsara Show. --------------------------------- Accommodations: 3-Star Hotel

After having breakfast, we'll continue our journey by car for two hours to the northeast, where we'll reach our first stop at the 10th-century capital of Koh Ker. Although there are over 200 temples within the ancient city's boundaries, only 96 have been discovered so far, and most of our morning will be spent exploring just one: Prasat Thom. This temple is partially buried, and there are low visitor numbers, which means you may have the site to yourself. At the far end of Prasat Thom lies a towering pyramid that may remind visitors of Mayan or Inca architecture. After exploring more of the surrounding temples, we'll head back in the direction of Siem Reap, stopping to visit another lesser-known temple called Beng Mealea. This temple is similar in size to the better-known Angkor Wat, as they were both built by Suryavarman II. However, Beng Mealea is completely engulfed by jungle vegetation and has undergone minimal restoration work. It's easy to imagine what it must have been like for early explorers discovering this temple for the first time. We'll return to Siem Reap in the late afternoon, completing our day trip. --------------------------------- Accommodations: 3-Star Hotel

Start your day with breakfast at the hotel before visiting the floating village of Chong Khneas, located about 10 kilometers south of Siem Reap. We'll take a traditional wooden boat on the Tonle Sap Lake, one of the largest in Asia and often referred to as the "Great Lake" of Cambodia. Next, we'll visit "Chantiers Ecoles - Les Artisans d'Angkor," which provides training to young Cambodians to revive the ancient Khmer traditions of stone carving and wood sculpting. Then, we'll drive to Pouk district, approximately 15 km west of Siem Reap town, where we'll visit a silk farm/workshop. Here, you can witness the entire silk creation process, including growing the food for the silk worms, breeding the worms, silk extraction and refinement, traditional kit dying pattern creation, looming, and more. A retail silk and souvenir shop is also available. On our way back, we'll stop to visit the Western Baray (Baray Occidental), measuring 8 km by 2.3 km, which provided water for the intensive cultivation of lands around Angkor. We will spend the night at the hotel in Siem Reap. --------------------------------- Accommodations: 3-Star Hotel

On your last day in Siem Reap, you'll have the freedom to explore the city at your leisure before your departure. You can take this opportunity to revisit some of the incredible sites you've seen during your tour or discover new places that you may have missed. Siem Reap is a city rich in history, culture, and charm, with plenty of activities to keep you engaged until your flight departs. You could visit the local markets and shop for souvenirs or try out some traditional Cambodian cuisine at one of the many restaurants scattered throughout the city. Alternatively, you could take a relaxing stroll through one of Siem Reap's beautiful parks or visit a nearby temple to experience more of Cambodia's cultural heritage. Whatever you choose to do, be sure to soak up every last moment of your time in Siem Reap before departing for your next destination. Later, our team will transfer you to the airport, marking the end of our base tour service. We hope that your time in Siem Reap has been full of adventure, discovery, and unforgettable experiences. Safe travels on your journey ahead, and we hope to see you again soon. Note: Finish tour in Siem Reap. Not included flight out ticket.