DAY 01: HANOI – ARRIVAL
Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam!
Upon arrival at the airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in.
The rest of the day is at leisure.
DAY02: HANOI-TUAN CHAU - LAN HA BAY - FROG LAGOON AREA
Today you will travel by coach through the rich farmland of the Red River Delta to arrive at Halong Bay. Designated a World Heritage site in 1994, Halong Bay’s spectacular scatter of islands, dotted with wind- and wave-eroded grottoes, is a vision of ethereal beauty.
Relax with a movie at Spirit of The Sea lounge with free popcorn, try karaoke with your family and friends at Sea Melody Theatre, play exciting board games at Cigar & Poker room, catch the fresh squid or simply take a rest and watch night falling on Halong - Lan Ha Bay from your cabin.
DAY03: LAN HA BAY - VIET HAI VILLAGE - BA TRAI DAO BEACH
Wake up early in the morning and join to activities on Cruise.
Relax with a movie at Spirit of The Sea lounge with free popcorn, try karaoke with your family and friends at Sea Melody Theatre, play exciting board games at Cigar & Poker room, catch the fresh squid or simply take a rest and watch night falling on Halong - Lan Ha Bay from the balcony in your cabin.
DAY04: DARK & BRIGHT CAVE - LAN HA BAY - HANOI
Awake early and participate in Tai Chi on the top deck or simply relax and enjoy the sunrise over the bay’s towering islands, a sight not to be missed, especially if you are into photography:
Your driver will meet you at the Ha Long jetty then drive back to Hanoi in the afternoon. Enjoy a walk around the Old Quarter in the afternoon and appreciate the local lifestyles as you wind through Hanoi’s streets. You will have a taste of Northern Vietnamese delicacies such as: stuffed pancake, banh my, stuffed sticky rice balls, the unique egg coffee and many more.
DAY05: HANOI - CITY TOUR - FLIGHT TO QUY NHON
This morning, we take a city tour of Hanoi and will explore attractions such as the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, taking photos outside Ho Chi Minh Complex (Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda) and Tran Quoc Pagoda, one of the oldest pagodas in Vietnam.
Then we take a flight to Quy Nhon. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to a luxury resort for check in.
DAY06: QUY NHON - FREE DAY
Today, you are free time at leisure.
DAY07: QUY NHON - CHAM LEGACY - LUXURY TRAIN
Today, you are free time at leisure at your villa or explore Quy Nhon beach break.
After check out, the tour guide will take you to visit one of the Cham tower ruins which lie across the province and hold centuries of stories within their bricks from the origin of the Champa Kingdom in Vietnam in the 2nd Century. Built in the late 1600s, next is a stop at Thap Thap Pagoda, also known as the pagoda of ten towers and one of the most famous Buddhist centres in the country. It has been named by Vietnam’s Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism as "a national cultural and historical site". Then we will transfer to Dieu Tri Railway Station for train to Danang.
Once all are on train, our hosts will serve refreshments – you are welcome to sit at the bar or settle into your window-side seat. Along the way, sip bubbles and taste the flavours of Vietnam as you pass through spectacular scenery, drinking in panoramic views of postcard-perfect terrains. Depending on the season, enjoy lush, monsoon-green landscapes or spectacularly sun-drenched days. Within Vietnam’s natural splendours, you might also catch a glimpse of indigenous plants and animals, of ancient history, or of local daily life. Bright bursts of frangipanis. Water buffaloes grazing in fields. White cranes drifting across azure skies. Your host will provide you with a ‘Discovery Book’ that provides all the guidance and information you need for a pleasant and comfortable journey. Upon arrival, you will be meet and transferred to hotel for check in.
DAY08: DANANG - HOI AN WALKING TOUR
Today, you have free time in the morning. Enjoy your breakfast and relax at the hotel.
In the afternoon, you will explore Hoi An on foot, visiting an old merchant’s home, Hoi An Market, a local Chinese temple and the Japanese Covered Bridge. The bridge was first constructed here in the 1590s by the Japanese community to link them with the Chinese quarters. Over the centuries the ornamentation has remained relatively faithful to the original Japanese design. The French flattened out the roadway for cars, but the original arched shape was restored in 1986. Enjoy the afternoon at your leisure to wander through the town or relax at one of the many cafés along the picturesque Thu Bon River. Then return back to Danang. Enjoy your dinner at the restaurant in the Resort.
DAY09: DANANG - SIEM REAP by FLIGHT
Today you will be transported to airport for your flight to Siem Reap. Welcome to the capital of Siem Reap Province, Siem Reap serves as Cambodia ‘s hip epicenter, filled with an impressive array of colonial and Chinese- style architecture, not to mention a gateway to the magnificent temples of Angkor. Siem Reap town features notable boutiques, multicultural dining, enriching museums and relaxation-ready spas, though its most revered site is iconic Angkor Wat situated in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A symbol of Khmer genius, its imposing grandeur gives way to breathtaking bas reliefs depicting historical mythology. A city just waiting to be explored, culturally rich Siem Reap brims with treasures for history buffs and modern- minded traveler alike. Upon arrival at Siem Reap Airport, you are met and greeted by your experienced guide and transfer to hotel check in.
DAY10: SIEM REAP TEMPLES OF TREASURES BY TUK TUK
Enjoy breakfast hotel your hotel. Take Tuk Tuk to visit South Gate of Angkor Thom, Bayon, Baphoun, Royal Palace, Terrace of Elephant and Terrace of Leper King. Discover Angkor Thom a heavily fortified city built in the 12th century by the greatest of the Khmer rulers King Jayavarman VII (1181-1201). With a population in excess of one million inhabitants Angkor Thom was larger than any city in Europe at the time.
After lunch time continue to explore Banteay Srei, Which in some obvious aspects, stands apart from the other monuments of the Angkor region Relatively isolated 13 miles northeast of the main temple group Banteay Srei is built in pink sandstone rather than the more usual gray and is one of the very few temple that was not endowed by royalty. It was in fact built by Yajnavarha, a Brahmin Priest and key figure at court in the 10th century.
PHARE- THE CAMBODIA CIRCUS
This evening you have the chance to enjoy an energetic evening of theatre dance contortion and acrobatics set to a musical score that transcends traditional and contemporary Cambodian music. Phare (which translates to Brightness of Art’s) was established by the pare Ponleu Selpak Association, a NGO founded by eight refugees from Anchanh Village in Battambang. A big promoter of maintaining Khmer culture the non-profit organization give disadvantaged youth the opportunity to develop careers in the arts the hour-long show allows you to witness some stunning scenes of traditi0nal and modern Cambodian entertainment during exhilarating set- piece performances that require hours of dedicated practice Please note this activity is from 8:00-9:00 p.m.
DAY11: SUNRISE OVER ANGKOR WAT – TA PROHM – SUNSET COCKTAIL
Early this morning, you are met and greeted by your Signatures of Indochina representative in your hotel lobby to witness the sunrise over Angkor Wat
Watch the sunrise over the main temple of Angkor Wat an unforgettable and quintessential Southeast Asia experience. Then walk amid the moss – peppered pathways, gazing up at the intricately carved tower tops or climb the steep narrow temple steps that lead to wide courtyards contemplate the temple’s spiritual power while you walk in the cool shade of its hallways, stopping to take in the perfume of burning incense Once the seat of the mighty Angkor Empire it was from here that kings ruled over a vast territory that extended from the tip of what is now southern Vietnam northward to Yunnan in china and westward to the bay of Bengal.
After returning from your breakfast, go on to see the fascinating Ta Prohm Temple, Which for the many is the most romantic experience of Angkor One of the most spectacular effects of the forest’s encroachment on Ta Prohm is the way trees have grown into and around the towers and galleries seeds carried by bird and dropped onto the Temple roofs spouted aerial roofs that trailed to the ground , where they took root and grew into the monument and paradoxically for supporting them as long as the trees live .
Late afternoon, you are met and greeted by your Signatures of Indochina representative in your hotel lobby will take you to a local Pagoda where you will meet the resident monks and offer alms. This will be followed by a Buddhist blessing ceremony your guide will also take you on a tour of the pagoda the temple is home to many Buddhist monks who you will be able to see going about their daily chores.
Explore the Old Market (Phsar Chas), one of the most popular markets which offer a grand selection of souvenirs textiles, handicrafts, statues, and curiosities.
SUNSET ON GONDOLA BOAT
Your day will be remarkable for your holiday in Siem Reap to enjoy the unique atmosphere “Sunset Over Angkor Thom” where you will be strongly impressed with its magic old doors and artifacts. Time for photo and listen to the guide interesting stories. Then, embark on an Angkor Gondola, a replica of a traditional Khmer boat, which is propelled with a wooden paddle by an experienced oarsman. Glide gently along the Southern Angkor Thom’s moat while admiring the sunset over Angkor Archaeological Park. Once you reach the southwest corner of the Ancient City, disembark near one of the four temples called Prasat Chrung and hike with your guide to the ruined building, constructed in the late 12th century. Walk under the shade of trees to the top of the gate, where a sunset viewpoint awaits. During your visit, you will be served Canape, free flow drinks (soft drink, beer, red and white wine) and learn about the four small sandstone temples, which were dedicated to a bodhisattva and designed in the style of Prasat Bayon, the magnificent temple at the center of Angkor Thom. Stay late and then transfer back to the hotel where you will spend the rest of the day at your leisure.
DAY12: TONLE SAP LAKE – FOODIE TOUR BY VESPA
After breakfast, the excursion to Tonle Sap Lake, embark on a traditional wooden boat and to visit floating village on the great lake of Tonle Sap. You will go through the floating houses with small private boats. The natural wonder of Tonle Sap offers an insight into the old tradition of riparian life and the natural splendors of the countryside.
Free and easy at your own leisure
SIEM REAP FOODIE NIGHT TOUR by VESPA
This was one of our favorite nights of the trip. We zipped through the streets to remote locations you would never stumble upon, but should. We tried a delicious variety of Cambodian food (that we would never normally had tried – bugs, snake, croc, frog, you name it). The ride is exhilarating, and your driver will ensure that you are safe. We were lucky enough to take the tour with one of the owners, Akim. She is truly beloved by all of the establishments we visited. It is clear that she is giving back to the community in a big way by bringing her tours to these locations, and it was wonderful to witness. Take this tour – you won’t be disappointed!
DAY 13: SIEM REAP – DEPARTURE
After breakfast, free and easy until you are transferred to airport for departure.
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