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Highlights:
Ho Chi Minh – Siem Reap – Ho Chi Minh – Hue – Da Nang – Hoi An – Hanoi
Itinerary
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Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - Arrival
You are welcomed at Tan Son Nhat International Airport; our private vehicle will pick up and transfer to your hotel for check in. Free at leisure for the rest of the day Overnight at Windsor Plaza Hotel 5 star in Ho Chi Minh (Dinner inclusive)
Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City – Siem Reap
Morning: Take an early flight to Siem Reap – meet with guide for transfer to hotel. Overnight at Angkor Century Resort & Spa 4 star in Siem Reap
Day 3: Siem Reap Sightseeing
Visit the Roluos Group. The monuments of Roluos, which served as the capital of Indravarman I (reigned 877-89), are among the earliest large, permanent temples built by the Khmers and mark the beginning of Khmer classical art. Preah Ko erected by Indravarman I in the late 9th century dedicated by the King to his ancestors in 880. Bakong the largest and most interesting of the Roluos group temples, with his active Buddhist monastery just to the north of the east entrance. Lolei built on an islet in the center of a large reservoir (now rice fields) by Yasovarman I, the founder to the first city at Angkor.
(Breakfast inclusive)
Day 4: Siem Reap Sightseeing
In the morning, visit the most famous of all the temples on the plain of Angkor: Angkor Wat. The temple complex covers 81 hectares and is comparable in size to the Imperial Palace in Beijing. Its distinctive five towers are emblazoned on the Cambodian flag and the 12th century masterpiece is considered by art historians to be the prime example of classical Khmer art and architecture. Angkor Wat’s five towers symbolize Meru’s five peaks - the enclosed wall represents the mountains at the edge of the world and the surrounding moat, the ocean beyond.
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Day 5: Siem Reap Sightseeing
Morning, drive through the typical Khmer countryside to the holy Kulen Mountain range which provided some of the stones used to build the Angkor temples. With beautiful sceneries to admire on the way up, our vehicle will bring us on a steep dirt road to the top of the mountain There we first will see the site of the Lingas carved in the riverbed by successive kings of the Angkor period and a walk further will bring us to the site of a huge natural rock with on top a big reclining Buddha carved in the rock. Our walk will also bring us to a waterfall, don’t forget your swimsuits and join the locals! More carvings in the riverbed can be discovered above the waterfall. This is also a very popular place for Khmer people to come and enjoy their weekend with a picnic.
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Day 6: Siem Reap - Early bird special
Transfer to the archaeological site for sunrise from Phnom Bakheng, one of two hills dominating the plain of Angkor, from where you will have a spectacular view of the Western Baray and Angkor Wat.
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Day 7: Siem Reap – Ho Chi Minh City
In the morning, continue the temple tour to Takeo, Thommanon, Chau Say Tevoda and Ta Prohm, one of the area’s most beautiful temples. Ta Prohm has been left relatively untouched since it was discovered and retains much of its mystery. Its appeal lies in the fact that, unlike the other monuments of Angkor, it was abandoned and swallowed by the jungle, looking very much the ways most of the Angkor temples appeared when European explorers first stumbled upon them.
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Day 8: Ho Chi Minh City Tour
We wander Saigon's wide and historic boulevards, visiting famous landmarks such as Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Cantina), Hotel de Ville, the former Presidential Palace and the lively Chinatown district - Cholon. A pedicab tour in afternoon will give to you the feeling of Hochiminh' daily life
(Breakfast inclusive)
Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City – Hue
Transfer to the airport and flight to Hue, the former Royal city of the 13 ruling Nguyen dynasties. Upon arrival and transfer to hotel for check in. Afternoon, drive to visit the Imperial Citadel and Forbidden City and if time permits, take a boat trip on the Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda, one of the oldest ancient architectural structures for religious worship in Hue and we will also visit the colorful local market.
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Day 10: Hue - Danang - Hoi An
Today we visit the Royal tombs of Tu Duc, Khai Dinh and one of the Hue’s traditional garden house. After lunch we start the spectacular drive over Hai Van Pass to Danang and continue to the charming historic city of Hoi An. Arrival and check-in.
(Breakfast inclusive) Day 11: Hoi An - Danang - Hanoi
A short boat trip across the river brings you to the boat builder’s yard and woodcarvers as well as a pottery and brick making village, known to early Western merchants, Hoi An was one of the major trading centers of Southeast Asia in the 16th century. Hoi An has a distinctive Chinese atmosphere with low, tiled-roof houses and narrow streets; the original structure of some of these streets is still virtually intact. Many of the houses were constructed of rare timbers and decorated with lacquer panels engraved with Chinese characters and pillars carved with ornamental designs. During a leisurely discovery tour on foot you will visit some of the historic merchant and community houses, places of worship and famous bridges. On our journey to Danang we stop at Marble Mountains with its beautiful grottoes and temples, which can be reached by climbing steep steps (please wear appropriate shoes) then visit Cham Museum. Transfer to Danang Airport and flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival transfer to hotel. Overnight at Zephyr Hotel 4 star in Hanoi (Breakfast inclusive)
Day 12: Hanoi - Halong Bay
Cruise Halong Bay Vietnam, The Chinese style Halong Luxury Junk could bring to you a wonderful night on the bay with luxury and antique accommodations with perfect services provided by the friendly crew. Spending time on the junk, you'll not only savor a unique feeling in a world of wonder but also enjoy various of such interesting activities as, going fishing on the bay at night, kayaking, learning Vietnamese cuisine, sunbathing 08:30 Am: Pick up from your Hotel in Hanoi for a four-hour drive through the Red River Delta to Ha Long City on nice venture country lane.
Optional swim at lovely beaches. Afternoon tea with pastries on the sundeck or in the restaurant and drink before dinner, return the pier and disembark the boat
Day 13: Halong Bay - Hanoi
Rising to the sound of ocean coming to life for another lovely day.
(Breakfast inclusive)
Day 14: Hanoi - Departure
Leisure time until transfer to Noi Bai International Airport for departure flight. End of services.
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