16-Nights Signature Vietnam & Cambodia from $5,340

Goway Travel

OFFER ID 1484804

DELUXE | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Experience the highlights of Vietnam and Cambodia while staying in luxury accommodations. Journey from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh to see the major landmarks, including Halong Bay, the imperial capital of Hue, the resort town of Hoi An, and the temples of Angkor Wat.

16 nights from $5,340 per person

Featured Destinations

Hanoi

Hanoi is a city with a history that dates back to the 7th century. In 1954 Hanoi was declared the capital of the Democratic Republic of North Vietnam, and in 1976, following the Vietnam War, it became the capital of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. This political history has made Hanoi one of the country's most fascinating cities to explore. The most renowned of all the monuments is the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. It is dedicated to Vietnam's most well-respected President, who in 1945, led his country to independence. Other highlights include the Museum of History, containing ancient artifacts from Cambodia, Thailand, Japan and China, the 11th century One Pillar Pagoda and legendary Sword Lake.

Excursions

Hanoi - Hon Gai / Hai Phong Port

Hanoi Full Day Tour (10 Hours)

Shore Excursion Hai Phong - Hanoi

Shore Excursion Halong - Hanoi

SHORE EXCURSION HALONG - HANOI

Destination: Ha Noi
Tour Duration: 8 hours
Code: MDHANSE004

Tour Description:
Disembark at the Port of Cai Lan where your guide will be waiting to take you on a 3.5hr drive into Hanoi to explore this charming capital city, often referred to as the ‘Paris of the East’, with its yellow ochre colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards and scenic lakes. Begin your tour of the highlights of Hanoi with a visit to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first national university built in the late 11th century. The picturesque temple is an example of well-preserved traditional Vietnamese architecture and is featured on the back of the 100,000 Vietnamese dong banknote. Continue to the Vietnamese Women’s Museum, offering broad insights into the people of Vietnam, including its 54 ethnic groups, through the lens of women’s topics. Walk through diverse exhibitions showcasing everything from street vendors and marriage to family life and traditional fashion. Enjoy lunch at Cau Go Vietnamese cuisine restaurant - located on the top floor of old building which was built 90s with amazing view overlook to Hoan Kiem lake. Conclude with a cyclo tour through the famed Old Quarter known for its ‘36 streets of 36 wares’ named after the original 36 artisan guilds that date as far back as the 13th century. Explore the fascinating maze of back streets, fronted by narrow houses known as “tunnel” or “tube houses”, built to avoid taxes based on the width of their frontage onto the street, a wonderfully eclectic glimpse into Hanoi street life. Drive back to the Port of Cai Lan and board the ship.

Notes:

There is an extra charge for transfer from other ports.

Inclusions:

Private transfer
Port pick-up and drop-off
Sightseeing with Local English Speaking guide
Entrance fees
Meals as specified (meals only, no drinks/ waters)
Cold towels and water on sightseeing days

Exclusions:

Visa (Please contact your cruise for the visa details)
Other meals where not mention in the program
Drinks/ waters on meals
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Tips and Gratuities
Other services not listed

Halong Bay (Hanoi)

Meaning “Bay of the Descending Dragon,” Halong Bay’s water is calm and undisturbed despite the jutting limestone mountains that soar out of the water and toward the sky. As if a tail of a Dragon plunged into the earth, the mountains are craggy, sharp, and barren, and are dotted with thousands of small caves of various depths and heights. At dusk, they all take on mysterious shades of gray, mauve and olive, lending credence to the local legends.

Excursions

Ha Noi City Tour & Street Food Tour – 12 hours - Hanoi

Halong Bay Cruise (5 Hours)

Halong Bay Cruise (7 Hours)

Shore Excursion Hai Phong - Halong City

Hue

Hue is at the heart of central Vietnam. The landscape – with its misty Perfume River and pagodas – has long been a source of poetry and paintings. Always an important cultural, intellectual and historical city, Hue remains one of Vietnam’s main attractions.

Excursions

Hoi An’s Countryside & Ancient Town – 8 hours - Hue

Hue - Full Day Hue Classic Tour / Chan May Port

FULL DAY HUE CLASSIC TOUR / CHAN MAY PORT

Destination: Hue
Tour Duration: 8 hours

Tour Description:
On arrival to the port (Chan May port) disembark and meet your guide. Then drive 1.5 hours to Hue along a scenic coastal route passing mountains on one side and the ocean on the other. Upon arrival Hue, enjoy a short cyclo ride from your hotel to the Imperial Citadel at the centre of the Complex of Hue Monuments inscribed by UNESCO as a World Heritage site. Enter through the towering main gate and appreciate the magnificent architecture and gardens while your guide explains the events and the intrigue surrounding the former royal court. Despite being heavily bombed during the Vietnam War, there are some incredibly well-preserved sections intact and others which are being carefully restored.

Lunch is on your own.

After lunch, drive to the Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue’s best-preserved religious monument. Built in 1601, the seven-storied tower pagoda, perched on top of on a hill overlooking the Perfume River, is one of Vietnam’s most recognizable icons.

Continue to visit the elaborate Khai Dinh Royal Tomb. Its architecture and atmosphere showcase elements of eastern art and western designs. Make a stop for a drink at Vong Canh hill which offers an amazing view of breath-taking scenery and ancient relics. The hill itself is now covered with pine trees and daisy.

Later, transfer by road back to the port to embark the ship.

Note: There is an extra charge for transfer from other ports.

Inclusions:
• Private transfers and transportation on tour
• Sightseeing with local English-speaking guide
• Entrance fees
• Cold towels and water on sightseeing days

Non-inclusions:
• Vietnam visa
• Drinks/ waters on meals
• Other meals where not mentioned in the program
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• Tips and Gratuities
• Other services not listed in inclusive column

Royal Culinary & Historic Landmark - Hue

ROYAL CULINARY & HISTORIC LANDMARK

Destination: Hue
Tour Duration: 5 hours
Code: MDHANSE004

Tour Description:
On arrival to the port (Chan May port), disembark and meet your guide. Then drive 1.5 hours to Hue along a scenic coastal route passing mountains on one side and the ocean on the other. The delicate ingredients, preparation, and presentation of Hue Royal cuisine have long been considered cultural hallmarks of the ancient imperial city. It is considered not only a sophisticated work of culinary art but the embodiment of the philosophy of the ancestors. Hue royal food not only has a delicious taste but is also eye-catching. It creates a harmony between color, and taste, between yin and yang, between hot and cold. Meet your experienced chef in her late 60s who was born and grew up in a Royal family. Stroll through a fresh market. Learn about and taste some of the ingredients used in the Royal cuisine and watch the buying and selling rituals of a Vietnamese market. Then get to her home for a hands-on cooking class of the food of the Imperial Court. Share her life and experiences, and enjoy what dishes you have made. Then enjoy an electric cart ride through the Imperial Citadel, once the exclusive residence of the royal family and its entourage. Enter through the towering main gate and you will appreciate the magnificent architecture and gardens while your guide explains about the events and the intrigue of the former royal court. Despite being bombed heavily during the 60's and 70's, there are some incredibly well preserved sections still intact and others which are being lovingly restored. Then drive back to the port to embark the ship.

Notes:

Availability: Morning, Afternoon.
There is an extra charge for transfer to/ from other ports.

Inclusions:

Private transfer
Port pick-up and drop-off
Sightseeing with Local English Speaking guide
Entrance fees
Meals as specified (meals only, no drinks/ waters)
Cold towels and water on sightseeing days

Exclusions:

Visa (Please contact your cruise for the visa details)
Other meals where not mention in the program
Drinks/ waters on meals
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Tips and Gratuities
Other services not listed

Hue - Home Hosted Lunch & Historic Landmark

HOME HOSTED LUNCH & HISTORIC LANDMARK

Destination: Hue
Tour Duration: 5 hours
Code: MDHANSE005

Tour Description:
On arrival to the port (Chan May port), disembark and meet your guide. Then drive 1.5 hours to Hue along a scenic coastal route passing mountains on one side and the ocean on the other. There is nothing more interesting than visiting a local family in Hue which still preserves the traditional virtues dating from the feudal time under the Nguyen Emperors. Meet and greeted by your host to learn about traditional culture and lifestyle of people at the former Royal land. Visit the family ancestral temple to learn about the customs associated with ancestral worship. Optional accompanying the hosts to a fresh market to purchase ingredients and help them to prepare lunch. Then enjoy a home-hosted meal in the cozy family setting over interesting life stories shared by the hosts. Then enjoy an electric cart ride through the Imperial Citadel, once the exclusive residence of the royal family and its entourage. Enter through the towering main gate and you will appreciate the magnificent architecture and gardens while your guide explains about the events and the intrigue of the former royal court. Despite being bombed heavily during the 60's and 70's, there are some incredibly well preserved sections still intact and others which are being lovingly restored. Then drive back to the port to embark the ship.

Notes:

Availability: Morning, Afternoon.
There is an extra charge for transfer to/ from other ports.

Inclusions:

Private transfer
Port pick-up and drop-off
Sightseeing with Local English Speaking guide
Entrance fees
Meals as specified (meals only, no drinks/ waters)
Cold towels and water on sightseeing days

Exclusions:

Visa (Please contact your cruise for the visa details)
Other meals where not mention in the program
Drinks/ waters on meals
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Tips and Gratuities
Other services not listed

Hoi An

Hoi An is an ancient port town that was designated an UNESCO World Heritage site. It is one of the rare places in Vietnam to discover genuine Vietnamese architecture. Walk through the Old Quarter and get a glimpse of a medieval Vietnam that no longer exists in the other areas of the country. Visit the Phuc Kien Pagoda, the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge and the colorful bazaar

Excursions

Hoi An - Full Day Hoi An Town with Lantern Making

FULL DAY HOI AN TOWN WITH LANTERN MAKING

Destination: Hoi An
Tour Duration: 08 hours

Tour Description:
On arrival in Danang (Tien Sa port), disembark the ship and meet your guide. Drive for 1 approximately hour to the ancient town of Hoi An. Between the 15th and 19th centuries, Hoi An known then as ‘Faifo’, was a prosperous trading port, attracting Chinese, Japanese, Dutch, Portuguese and Spanish ships amongst others. Today, this World Heritage ancient town is recognized for its well-preserved architecture, pedestrian-only streets and distinctive local cuisine, allowing visitors a glimpse of its illustrious past. Hoi An’s narrow lanes are ideal for a guided walking tour of its many atmospheric sights including: the old merchant houses with influences from Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese architecture; the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, first built in the 1590s by the Japanese community to link them with the Chinese quarters across the stream; the Assembly Hall of the Chaozhou Chinese Congregation with its intricate woodcarvings; and the colorful market with stalls brimming with local specialties including silk, which can be turned into fashionable garments within a day or two.

Lunch is on your own.

After lunch, meet with Mr. Huynh Van Trung who was born in a traditional lantern making family and learn about the silk lanterns. Silk lanterns, the simple yet colorful handicraft is now an essential part of Hoi An culture. The lantern is inspired and hand-made by local artisans and is meant to bring good fortune. It has really made a comeback thanks to an experienced man - Trung inherits valuable skills in making lanterns from his father - the well-known artisan Huynh Van Ba. Chat with him for a brief introduction to the history, shape, and color of the lanterns as well as the stages of production. Try creating your own lantern and take it home as a souvenir. Later, transfer by road back to the port to embark the ship.

Inclusions:
• Private transfers and transportation on tour
• Sightseeing with Local English-speaking guide
• Entrance fees and boat rides if any
• Cold towels and water on sightseeing days

Non-inclusions:
• Vietnam visa
• Other meals where not mention in the program
• Drinks/ waters on meals
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• Tips & gratuities
• Other services not listed in inclusive column

Hoi An Culinary Experience at Market Restaurant

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) is often referred to as Vietnam’s jewel and the Pearl of the Orient. Located in south Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City is the country’s largest city, with more than six million people and over one million motorbikes. Under the current regime the city is once more being rebuilt. Whole blocks are disappearing, being replaced by concrete, steel and glass structures. Central Saigon, which is still the official name for the city center, shows evidence of the French colonial city, with wide, tree-lined boulevards, sidewalk cafés and elegant French architecture. The city is divided into two sections: Saigon, the municipal and historical district, and Cholon (Chinatown), where the entrepreneurial talent and private funds are concentrated. Cholon appears to be the most populated and in general the most vigorous part of Ho Chi Minh City. It is well worth a visit for its bustle and activity and its pagodas, which are reputed to be the finest in the whole city.

Excursions

Cu Chi Tunnels & Sai Gon Highlights Tour – 10 hours - Saigon

Highlights of Ho Chi Minh City Tour – 10 hours - Saigon

Mekong Delta Tour – 10 hours - Saigon

Saigon Port

Saigon City Highlights

Saigon - History of Architecture with History Researcher

Saigon - Cooking Class at Ambassador's Former Residence

Saigon - Retracing The Past

Saigon City Tour on Vintage Car

Saigon - City Highlights & Musician Family Visit

Saigon - In The Dark: A Blind Experience

Saigon - City Highlights & Lunch at Ambassador's Home

Mekong Delta

The Mekong Delta is not only one of southern Vietnams most agriculturally rich regions, but it is also one of the most beautiful. The five rivers that flow into this region keep the land green, fertile, and uniquely scenic. Visitors may visit one of the many fruit orchards that the region if famous for, and shop for unique food and gifts at the local floating markets. The city of Chau Doc also has beautiful mountain temples for visitors stop by and enjoy.

Excursions

Saigon / Mekong Delta - Inside The Heart Of Mekong Delta River Life

INSIDE THE HEART OF MEKONG DELTA RIVER LIFE

Destination: Saigon
Tour Duration: 8-9 hours
Code: MDSGNSE020

Tour Description:
On arrival to Saigon (Nha Rong Port or Hiep Phuoc Port), drive to Ben Tre, the gateway to the Mekong Delta. Escape the high-energy city for a day of exploring sprawling rice paddies and colorful fruit farms. Arrive at the quaint An Khanh hamlet, where travelers will visit a small home factory that makes the traditional dish of sticky rice covered by coconut leaves. Meet with the owner and her hard-working team who will teach you about how they use century-old traditional methods to make this special and tasty cake. Continue this rural journey of discovery with a short drive to meet a local family in Quoi Son village, where you can sample exotic fresh fruits in the orchard of a local fruit farmer. After wandering through the lush gardens of this village, a motorboat awaits your arrival to begin a thirty-minute excursion passing peaceful scenes of countryside living. Trade boat for bicycle and enjoy a relaxing ride over easy, level terrain as you travel through narrow village lanes lined with fruit orchards and customary cottages. Here you will take auto rickshaw through the lush surroundings of the fruit farms before boarding a sampan and cruise along the narrow canals of the Mekong. End your excursion at a local farmer's house where a lunch of Mekong Delta specialties will be served before driving back to Saigon.

Notes:

Pick up time: Before 08:00
Inclusions: Lunch
Capacity: Maximum 6 persons due to limited spaces at the venues.
There is an extra charge for transfer from other ports beside Nha Rong or Hiep Phuoc port.
The cycling distance can be 3, 5, or 7 km, depending on your physical ability and length you desire.
If you cannot ride the bicycle, we can arrange a motorbike ride through the countryside with extra charge. Please contact your consultant for the quotation

Inclusions:

Private transfer
Port pick-up and drop-off
Sightseeing with Local English Speaking guide
Entrance fees
Meals as specified (meals only, no drinks/ waters)
Cold towels and water on sightseeing days

Exclusions:

Visa (Please contact your cruise for the visa details)
Other meals where not mention in the program
Drinks/ waters on meals
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Tips and Gratuities
Other services not listed

Saigon - Mekong Delta River Life

MEKONG DELTA RIVER LIFE

Destination: Saigon
Tour Duration: 10 hours
Code: MDSGNSE004

Tour Description:
On arrival to Saigon (Nha Rong port or Hiep Phuoc port), disembark the ship and meet your guide. Drive south to the Mekong Delta passing by lush rice paddies and fruit farms emerging alongside the highway. At the local pier, board your day cruiser and take a 30-minute ride along Ben Tre’s scenic tributaries. Your first stop is Bao Island, where you’ll visit a Coconut Garden and savor fresh coconut water. Reboard the cruiser and continue to a coconut processing operation. Next, embark on a 4-kilometer bike ride through Huu Dinh village, stopping at a brick-making factory that still uses traditional methods. Afterward, cross the river and board a sampan for a peaceful 15-minute paddle through the small canals of Ben Tre province. Arrive at Mrs. Huong’s home, where you’ll enjoy tropical fruits and honey tea in her garden. Then, take a tri-motorcycle (xe loi) ride along narrow village roads shaded by coconut palm trees. Return to your cruiser and head to Mango Home Restaurant for a delicious lunch. After lunch, take a biciycle ride through My Long Village, visit Mr. Ba Tài’s house to learn about rice wine making. End your journey with a visit to Mr. Sau Tuong, a former Vietcong soldier, and watch him and his wife make rice paper, a famous My Long village specialty. Afterward, your boat will take you back to Ben Tre city, where your car will be ready to return you to Saigon. After the visit, the boat will be waiting for you at the pier nearby to bring you back to Ben Tre city where your car will be ready to take you back to Saigon.

Notes:

Pickup time: Before 08:00 AM
Age restrictions: Not suitable for children under 10-year-old or any persons who have below average fitness or mobility difficulty. Tri-motorcycle ride with surcharge is available for any guests who cannot do a cycling tour to brick making factory.
Cycling distance: 5km (3.1mi)
There is an extra charge for transfer from other ports beside Nha Rong or Hiep Phuoc port.
Due to the anticipated completion of the renovation project for Saigon Notre-Dame Cathedral in 2027, we are limited to exploring its exterior for the time being.

Inclusions:

Private transfer
Port pick-up and drop-off
Sightseeing with Local English Speaking guide
Entrance fees
Meals as specified (meals only, no drinks/ waters)
Cold towels and water on sightseeing days

Exclusions:

Visa (Please contact your cruise for the visa details)
Other meals where not mention in the program
Drinks/ waters on meals
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Tips and Gratuities
Other services not listed

Phnom Penh

Siem Reap

Vacation Details

Valid Date Ranges

03/05/2024 - 12/31/2025

from $5,340 per person

* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.

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from $5,340 per person

Length

16 Nights

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Vacation Rating

Deluxe
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OFFER ID

1484804

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16-Nights Signature Vietnam & Cambodia from $5,340

Excursions

Hanoi - Hon Gai / Hai Phong Port

Hanoi Full Day Tour (10 Hours)

Shore Excursion Hai Phong - Hanoi

Shore Excursion Halong - Hanoi

Excursions

Ha Noi City Tour & Street Food Tour – 12 hours - Hanoi

Halong Bay Cruise (5 Hours)

Halong Bay Cruise (7 Hours)

Shore Excursion Hai Phong - Halong City

Excursions

Hoi An’s Countryside & Ancient Town – 8 hours - Hue

Hue - Full Day Hue Classic Tour / Chan May Port

Royal Culinary & Historic Landmark - Hue

Hue - Home Hosted Lunch & Historic Landmark

Excursions

Hoi An - Full Day Hoi An Town with Lantern Making

Hoi An Culinary Experience at Market Restaurant

Excursions

Cu Chi Tunnels & Sai Gon Highlights Tour – 10 hours - Saigon

Highlights of Ho Chi Minh City Tour – 10 hours - Saigon

Mekong Delta Tour – 10 hours - Saigon

Saigon Port

Saigon City Highlights

Saigon - History of Architecture with History Researcher

Saigon - Cooking Class at Ambassador's Former Residence

Saigon - Retracing The Past

Saigon City Tour on Vintage Car

Saigon - City Highlights & Musician Family Visit

Saigon - In The Dark: A Blind Experience

Saigon - City Highlights & Lunch at Ambassador's Home

Excursions

Saigon / Mekong Delta - Inside The Heart Of Mekong Delta River Life

Saigon - Mekong Delta River Life

Excursions

Phnom Penh Sightseeing Tour – 9 hours - Phnom Penh

Vacation Details

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