Trip departure: Every day
Itinerary
Day 01: Siemreap Arrival
Greet upon your arrival at Siem Reap International Airport and transfer to the hotel.
Day 02: Angkor Temple Tour (B, L)
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.
Visit the South Gate (with its huge statues depicting the churning of
the ocean of milk), the ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th century),
Bayon Temple (unique for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling
faces of Avolokitesvara), the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the
Elephants Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. Sunset at Angkor
Wat. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 03: Angkor Temple Tour (B, L)
Morning, transfer to Banteay Srei temple (10th c), regarded as the
jewel in the crown of Classical Khmer Art. Continue to Ta Prohm, one of
the area’s most beautiful temples. Ta Prohm has been relatively
untouched since it was discovered and retains much of its mystery. Lunch
at hotel. In the afternoon, you continue your temple visits to Preah
Khan. Built by the King Jayavarman VII, Preah Khan is, like Ta Prohm, a
place of towered enclosures and shoulder hugging corridors. Unlike Ta
Prohm, however, the temple of Prea Khan is in a reasonable state of
preservation and ongoing restoration efforts should maintain and even
improve this situation. Neak Pean, a fountain built in the middle of a
pool (representing the paradisiacal Himalayan mountain-lake), Ta Som and
Banteay Samre, built in the third quarter of the 12th century. It
consists of a central temple with four wings preceded by a hall and
accompanied by two libraries, the southern example remarkably well
preserved. Two concentric walls enclose the ensemble. Overnight at the
hotel.
Day 04: By bus Siemreap to Saigon (B)
This morning we embark on a bus journey from Siemreap to Saigon.
Upon arrival, check in at your hotel.
Day 05: Saigon City Tour & CUchi Tunnels (B, L)
In the morning you will take a tour to the famous Cu Chi tunnels.
This network of over 200 kms of tunnels became legendary during the
1960′s. The Cu Chi tunnels played a vital part in the American war in
that they allowed the Viet Cong to control a large rural area only 30-40
kms from Saigon. At its height, the tunnel system stretched from
Saigon to the Cambodian border. The network, parts of which were
several storeys deep, included innumerable trap doors, specially
constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field
hospitals, command centres and kitchens. Today the remaining tunnels
have become a major tourist attraction giving the visitor a unique
experience and feel of what underground life in the American War was
like. This afternoon we will do the city tour of Saigon will include
Presidential palace, War Crime museum, and China town.
Overnight HCM City.
Day 06: Saigon Mekong Delta Day trip (B, L)
The Mekong Delta is the southernmost region of Vietnam. It is often
referred to as the rice bowl of Vietnam as it produces three harvests
per year. The fertile Mekong Delta is also famous for its tropical
fruits and flowers. The Delta area marks the end of a 4,500km journey
made by the Mekong River after having traveled through six countries.
Traditional transportation in the Delta is by boat along a vast network
of canals and channels. Boating along these canals and visiting the
floating markets always proves to be a fascinating and rewarding
experience for all visitors. We drive to Vinh Long, boat through the
lush green vegetation of the canals to an orchard, where we are treated
to a delicious lunch complete with tropical fruits. Return to Saigon.
Overnight in Saigon.
Day 07: Saigon by train to Phan Thiet Beach (B)
This morning, take our train to PhanThiet.
The train sets out at the Saigon station at 7.30am. The journey takes
around four hours, passes through the bustling city of Bien Hoa before
cutting through dense rubber plantations. Closer to Phan Thiet the
terrain changes to arid semi-desert with cactus plants and strange
looking dragon fruit trees
Upon arrival, transfer to your resort in Muine. The next days is free to
relax by the pool or on the sandy beach. Overnight in Muine.
Day 08: Phan Thiet Beach (B)
At leisure to enjoy the prime beach of Muine.
Overnight in Muine.
Day 09: Phan Thiet Beach (B)
A full day at leisure in the resort or on the beach.
For the more active, golf is available nearby.
Overnight in Muine.
Day 10: Departure (B)
At leisure
Transfer back to HCM city. The trip concludes.
Group / Cost in US$ per person |
6 pax |
4 pax |
2 pax |
Single Supplement |
Superior Hotels |
675 |
685 |
745 |
300 |
Deluxe Hotels |
985 |
1,035 |
1,260 |
500 |
City |
Superior |
Deluxe |
Siem Reap |
Steung Siemreap |
Prince d’Angkor |
Saigon |
Chancery |
Grand |
Phan Thiet |
Hai Au Resort |
Sea Horse resort |
Trip includes:
- All accommodation on double/twin basis with daily breakfast
- Meals as indicated (B = breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Diner). Special
requirements (vegetarian, diet etc.) could be arranged upon request
- All transfers/ transport
- Bus tickets Siemreap – Hochiminh
- Tours with entrance fees, boat cruise, transfers and English speaking during guided time
- Train soft sleepers Saigon – Phan Thiet
- Boat trip in Mekong
Trip excludes:
- International airfares & airport taxes
- Pre/post trip arrangement
- Visa and visa arrangement
- Travel insurance
- Meals not indicated
- Other personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities