Alluring Vietnam & the Temples of Angkor
Alluring Vietnam & the Temples of Angkor
Alluring Vietnam & the Temples of Angkor
14 Days Starting in Hanoi, Vietnam and ending in Siem Reap, Cambodia
Visiting: Asia
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OH-2024
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
What’s the most important thing to bring on a journey to Vietnam and Cambodia? Your bargaining skills! The art of haggling is a must at the bustling markets of Hanoi, Siem Reap, and Ho Chi Minh City where you can negotiate everything from luxurious silk to brightly painted ceramics to a tasty bowl of pho. The number one rule of thumb—always be willing to walk away. Luckily, there’s so much to walk toward on this extraordinary tour of Southeast Asia, including the fascinating wartime tunnels of Cu Chi, a fishing lesson on the Thu Bon River, and a breezy cyclo ride around the vibrant city of Hanoi. The picturesque pagodas of Hue and Hanoi are just a taste of what’s to come at the mystical temples of Angkor. Inside the “City of the God Kings,” you’ll find the architecturally magnificent ruins of Angkor Wat delightfully much more than you bargained for.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Hanoi,Vietnam
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sheraton Hotel Hanoi
Welcome to Hanoi, the nation’s capital and one of Southeast Asia’s most engaging cities. Hotel check-in is available mid-afternoon.
Day 2: Hanoi
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sheraton Hotel Hanoi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Take a Globus Local Favorite cyclo ride and walking tour through the Old Quarter. Then, look at the life of Ho Chi Minh, the father of modern Vietnam. Visit the mausoleum and the humble cottage from which “Uncle Ho” ruled Vietnam until his death in 1969. Next on the agenda are visits to the One Pillar Pagoda and Ho Chi Minh Museum. Lunch is served at Koto, a non-profit restaurant and hospitality program created to teach local children restaurant skills for stable employment opportunities. You will also visit the ancient Temple of Literature, more than 900 years old and Hanoi’s first university, followed by the infamous Hanoi Hilton (Hỏa Lò Prison). Join your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner this evening.
Day 3: Hanoi,Ha Long Bay
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Paradise Elegance
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel from Hanoi through the fertile countryside to Hon Gai, gateway to Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Embark on your overnight cruise.
Day 4: Ha Long Bay,Hanoi,Hoi An
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Royal Hoi An, Mgallery Collection
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
This morning, drive to Hanoi and board your flight to Danang, on Vietnam’s historic central coast, where you’ll stop to see China Beach, landing point for U.S. soldiers during the Vietnam War. Continue to nearby Hoi An, an active trading center and a town that has been largely preserved. Architecture here reflects the influence of Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, French, and British traders.
Day 5: Hoi An
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Royal Hoi An, Mgallery Collection
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Cruise on the Thu Bon River and participate in a Globus Local Favorite fishing lesson. Later, explore historic Hoi An on a walking tour including an old merchant house, the Hoi An Museum, a Chinese assembly hall, and the famous Japanese covered bridge. For dinner, participate in a cooking class where you will learn about traditional Vietnamese spices and how to prepare Banh Xeo (Vietnamese crispy rice pancake).
Day 6: Hoi An,Hue
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Melia Vinpearl Hue
Meals Included: Breakfast
Time at leisure this morning. Then stop at China Beach and over spectacular Hai Van Pass, considered one of the most scenic in all of Vietnam, before arriving in Hue. One of Vietnam’s former capitals, Hue is a beautiful, welcoming city that remains a cultural and religious center.
Day 7: Hue
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Melia Vinpearl Hue
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
This morning’s sightseeing provides a unique window into Vietnam and its complex past. Visit the tombs of the Nguyen Emperors: the Khai Dinh Mausoleum and the Royal Tomb of Tu Duc. After lunch, visit the Imperial Citadel and Thien Mu Pagoda, the unofficial symbol of the city by cyclo.
Day 8: Hue,Ho Chi Minh City
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, fly to Ho Chi Minh City, still known as Saigon to many.
Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A walking tour introduces you to the city’s famous and historic landmarks. The route will take you through the heart of the city along Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Catinat) past the Rex Hotel, Ho Chi Minh Square, the Municipal Theatre, Central Post Office, and Notre Dame Cathedral. Next, visit the War Remnants Museum, followed by Ben Thanh Market, the largest and oldest in the city. After some free time, join your traveling companions at a special welcome dinner hosted by your Tour Director.
Day 10: Ho Chi Minh City. Cu Chi Tunnels Excursion
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers
Meals Included: Breakfast
Drive through vast expanses of rice paddies to explore the Cu Chi Tunnels, an extraordinary network of tunnels more than 120 miles long that was used by the Viet Cong as a hideout and secret village during the war. Return to Ho Chi Minh City and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure.
Day 11: Ho Chi Minh City,Siem Reap,Cambodia
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Borei Angkor Resort & Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
This morning, board your flight to Siem Reap, which will act as your base during your visit to Angkor, considered by many to be the most spectacular archaeological ruins on Earth!
Day 12: Siem Reap
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Borei Angkor Resort & Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Spend the day exploring the Angkor Temple complex. Begin with a visit to Angkor Thom, the ancient royal city of the Khmer Empire. Stops here include the Bayon Temple, Terrace of the Elephants and Leper King, and the Baphuon complex. After an included lunch, visit the most famous of all the temples, Angkor Wat. The temple complex covers more than 81 hectares and is comparable in size to Beijing’s Imperial Palace.
Day 13: Siem Reap
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Borei Angkor Resort & Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, visit Bantaey Srei, a unique temple outside the main complex dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva that was built on a small scale from red sandstone, which can be carved like wood. On your return journey stop at a local school to interact with the children. Then, on to Ta Prohm which has been left relatively untouched and surrounded by jungle, with tree roots growing over and through the ruins. You’ll be able to experience the temple with the same wonder as the early explorers who discovered it. Enjoy a farewell dinner this evening.
Day 14: Siem Reap
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay at Sheraton Hotel Hanoi, Paradise Elegance in Ha Long Bay, Hotel Royal Hoi An, Mgallery Collection in Hoi An, Melia Vinpearl Hue in Hue, Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers in Ho Chi Minh City, and Borei Angkor Resort & Spa in Siem Reap.
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Meals
Breakfast daily, 7 lunches, and 6 dinners are included.
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Guided Tours
Expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides are included to ensure a comprehensive experience.
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UNESCO Sites
Visits to Angkor Thom, Angkor Wat, Banteay Srei, Bayon Temple, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An Ancient Town, Imperial Citadel Hue, Kai Dinh Mausoleum, Royal Tomb of Tu Duc, Ta Prohm, and Thien Mu Pagoda.
UNESCO Sites
Angkor Thom|Angkor Wat|Banteay Srei|Bayon Temple|Ha Long Bay|Hoi An Ancient Town|Imperial Citadel Hue|Kai Dinh Mausoleum|Royal Tomb of Tu Duc|Ta Prohm|Thien Mu Pagoda
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Asia tour dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
Meals
Breakfast daily, 7 lunches, 6 dinners
Accommodation
Hanoi:Sheraton Hotel HanoiHa Long Bay:Paradise EleganceHoi An:Hotel Royal Hoi An, Mgallery CollectionHue:Melia Vinpearl HueHo Chi Minh City:Sheraton Saigon Hotel & TowersSiem Reap:Borei Angkor Resort & Spa
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes breakfast daily, 7 lunches, and 6 dinners.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?
You will stay at Sheraton Hotel Hanoi, Paradise Elegance in Ha Long Bay, Hotel Royal Hoi An, Mgallery Collection in Hoi An, Melia Vinpearl Hue in Hue, Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers in Ho Chi Minh City, and Borei Angkor Resort & Spa in Siem Reap.
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Are guided tours included in the package?
Yes, the package includes guided tours with an expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides.
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What UNESCO World Heritage Sites will we visit on this tour?
The tour includes visits to Angkor Thom, Angkor Wat, Banteay Srei, Bayon Temple, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An Ancient Town, Imperial Citadel Hue, Kai Dinh Mausoleum, Royal Tomb of Tu Duc, Ta Prohm, and Thien Mu Pagoda.
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What activities are planned for the visit to Ho Chi Minh City?
In Ho Chi Minh City, you will have a walking tour that includes famous and historic landmarks such as Dong Khoi Street, Rex Hotel, Ho Chi Minh Square, the Municipal Theatre, Central Post Office, and Notre Dame Cathedral. You will also visit the War Remnants Museum and Ben Thanh Market.
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What can I expect during the visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels?
You will drive through vast expanses of rice paddies to explore the Cu Chi Tunnels, an extraordinary network of tunnels more than 120 miles long that was used by the Viet Cong as a hideout and secret village during the war.
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What will we do in Siem Reap, Cambodia?
In Siem Reap, you will visit Bantaey Srei, a unique temple dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva, and Ta Prohm, a temple surrounded by jungle with tree roots growing over and through the ruins. You will also have a farewell dinner.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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