Day 1 Hanoi (Vietnam)

On arrival in Hanoi, transfer to your hotel and enjoy free time until your tour briefing and welcome drinks with your fellow travellers. Stay the next two nights at Le Jardin Hanoi (or similar).

Day 2 Hanoi

Spend the day discovering Hanoi’s must-visit sites including the infamous Hoa Lo Prison and Dong Xuan Market. Walk through the crowded streets of the city’s Old Quarter, pay a visit to the Temple of Literature and the historical St Joseph’s Cathedral. Enjoy a wonderful afternoon tea before you continue your

exploration of the city, finishing up at the popular Hoan Kiem Lake, situated in the heart of Hanoi city. (B)

Day 3 Hanoi to Halong Bay

Drive past scenes of traditional rural life as you journey from Hanoi to Halong City, the gateway to Halong Bay. On arrival, board a junk boat and begin cruising among some of the 3,000 limestone karsts. Enjoy a delicious lunch as you cruise through the pristine, turquoise waters of this stunning natural wonder. Overnight on-board Victoria Star Cruise (orsimilar). (BLD)

Day 4 Halong Bay to Hoi An

Continue your exploration of Halong Bay before enjoying brunch on board. Cruise back to port for disembarkation, before you drive to Hanoi for your onwards flight to Danang.On arrival, transfer to your hotel in the charming town of Hoi An. Enjoy an evening of free time. Stay the next two nights at the Hoi An Central Boutique (or similar). (B)

Day 5 Hoi An

Explore the riverside town of Hoi An on a walking tour. Visit the many sites and discover the mix of Chinese, Japanese and French influenced architecture. Visit a traditional ancient house, a Chinese Assembly Hall and the Japanese Covered Bridge. The afternoon is free for you to do as

much or as little as you like. Choose toexplore the old town, have a tailor custom make a new wardrobe or cycle to An Bang Beach (B)

Day 6 Hoi An to Saigon

Enjoy more free time in Hoi An before flying to Saigon. On arrival, transfer to your hotel for check in and enjoy an afternoon at leisure. Stay the next two nights at the Hotel Equatorial (or similar). (B)

Day 7 Saigon – Cu Chi Tunnels

From Saigon, drive to Cu Chi and discover the network of underground tunnels and their significance during the war. In the afternoon return back to Saigon. Join a guided walking tour and discover the rich history of this spirited city as you visit some of its main attractions. (B)

Day 8 Saigon to Mekong Delta

Transfer to Can Tho and board the Bassac Cruise to begin your exploration of the Mekong Delta. Cruise past the many fields of rice or sugar cane on palm or fruit fringed canals and waterways. Mid afternoon enjoy a shore visit and discover the peaceful life in the countryside with an optional cycling tour.

Enjoy a complimentary drink on returning to the boat before enjoying the sunset over the countryside. (BLD)

Day 9 Mekong Delta to Can Tho

Start the day with an early breakfast while cruising to Can Tho. On arrival, boat a local boat to visit the Cai Rang floating market and a noodle factory. After that, meet your guide and drive to visit Binh Thuy ancient house. The unique aspect of Binh Thuy ancient house is that it bears the clear imprint of astern fengshui, resulting in a harmonious combination of the two cultures of the East and West. Enjoy your stay for the coming evening at the Sheraton, Can Tho (or similar). (B)

Day 10 Can Tho to Chau Doc

After breakfast, meet your guide and drive to Chau Doc. If time permits, continue your tour by visiting a beautiful Khmer temple, and later visit the floating houses that double as catfish farms, a huge industry for the country. Enjoy your stay for the coming evening at Victoria Chau Doc (or similar). (B)

Day 11 Chau Doc to Phnom Penh (Cambodia)

After breakfast travel by speedboat to the Cambodian Border. After clearing border requirements cruise along the Mekong River to Phnom Penh, the capital city of Cambodia. Check in to your hotel before visiting the Tuol Sleng Museum and the Killing Fields memorial at Choeng Ek. Enjoy your stay for the coming evening at the Sun & Moon Urban Hotel (or similar). (B)

Day 12 Phnom Penh to Siem Reap

Explore Phnom Penh with Cyclo. Start our tour at Wat Phnom, the birthplace of the capital. Then, visit to the Royal Palace, the residence of King Norodom Sihamoni, the Silver Pagoda, and the National Museum, which contains a comprehensive collection of Khmer art. Continue the day with an overland drive to Siem Reap, with multiple stops along the way such as the Spider and Insect Market in Skun and the stone mason village near Phnom Santuk. Arrival in Siem Reap during the early evening. Stay the next two nights at Steung Siem Reap Hotel (or similar). (B)

Day 13 Siem Reap – Temples of Angkor

Take a short drive to explore the grounds of Angkor Thom. Stop to see Bayon temple, visit the Terrace of Elphants and the Terrace of the Leper King with its intricate god and demon stone carvings. Journeying to Ta Prohm temple. Admire the enormous vines and roots snaking their way across the stone temples,before exploring the magnificent Angkor Wat. In the evening, experience authentic Khmer song and dance as you join your group for a

farewell dinner. (BLD)

Day 14 Siem Reap

Enjoy breakfast before transferring to the airport for your onward journey. (B)

• 12 nights hotel accommodation
• 1 night cruise accomodation onboard Bhaya cruise
• 1 night cruise accomdation onboard the Bassac
• All flights as specified in theitinerary
• Transport in air-conditioned vehicles
• Entrance Fees
• English-speaking Tour Leader
• All tips on tour
• Return arrival and departure

transfers (conditions apply)

• Meals as indicated

(B = breakfast, L = lunch,

D = dinner)