Exotic Vietnam & Cambodia
$3495
December 3rd - 15th, 2024 - 13 Days
**dates subject to change by 2 days depending on availability
*$595 for single supplement if you require a private single room
Cost: $3495 Includes: all international flights, nightly 4 & 5-star accommodations, shuttle service from West Michigan to the O’Hare airport, all ground transportation in Cambodia & Vietnam, full time travel directors, & all listed admissions & tours. Other expenses not included are: most meals, visas, checked baggage, optional excursions, and travel insurance.
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ITINERARY
DAY ONE & TWO>
Fly to Hanoi, Vietnam
This morning, we will meet in West Michigan and our private coach will transfer us to the Chicago O’Hare airport for our flight across the Pacific to Hanoi! Our flight will include all meals, beverages, and entertainment.
After arriving in Hanoi in the evening, we will transfer to our luxury hotel, located in the city center area for an evening of rest.
DAY THREE>
Hanoi, Vietnam
Vietnam is filled with vibrant bustling cities, rich traditions, delicious cuisine, and fascinating scenery.
This morning, we will join our local guide in the city center of Hanoi and learn about the history and culture of this bustling capital. We will see sites such as:
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Hoan Kiem Lake
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Hanoi Old Quarter
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Dong Xuan Market
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Ma May Ancient House
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And so much more!
Afterwards, we are free to relax and explore at our own pace and later visit the night market!
Hanoi Night Market
Hanoi Old Quarter
Tran Quoc Pagoda in Hanoi
DAY FOUR>
Ha Long Bay, Vietnam
Today, we will explore Ha Long Bay by boat. View the limestone cliffs that pierce the sky in this famous UNESCO World Heritage site! After a delicious traditional lunch, we will have a unique chance to enter amazing caves, lagoons, and cliffside temples on this exciting adventure!
Ha Long Bay
Ha Long Bay
Song Sot Cave
Ha Long Bay Grotto
DAY FIVE>
Hanoi, Vietnam
Today is a free day to take at your own pace or choose one of these fun excursions!
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS:
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Vietnamese Street Food Tour
Come hungry and adventure through Hanoi’s bustling streets to taste delicious treats on this awesome food tour through town. Try local dishes and feel immersed in the culture on this fun tour.
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Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
Revel in the ancient tradition of water puppet theatre. Feel the thrill of fireworks, special effects, and live music set to this historic performance art!
Hanoi Street Food Tour
Water Puppet Theatre
Water Puppet Theatre
DAY SIX>
Siem Reap, Cambodia
This evening, we will fly to Siem Reap, Cambodia! Our private coach will meet us at the airport and transfer us to our 5-star resort near the city center. After we check-in to our hotel, we will have the evening to relax and unwind and later visit the night market!
City Street & Temple
Siem Reap Night Market
Our luxury resort and pool
DAY SEVEN>
Siem Reap, Cambodia
This morning, enjoy a walking tour of this exciting city with your local guide! On this 2-hour tour, you will see sites such as:
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The Royal Residence and Gardens
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Kandal Village
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Wat Preah
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Prom Rath
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Psar Chas (Old Market)
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And so much more!
Afterwards, enjoy a free afternoon to relax and swim in the pool at the resort or join us on one of these awesome excursions!
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS:
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Phnom Kulen Waterfall & National Park
Visit the sacred peak of the Kulen Mountain and take in the phenomenal scenery surrounding Phnom Kulen National Park. This location was the birthplace of the ancient Khmer Empire and the cooling waterfalls are a sacred place.
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Khmer Cooking Class
Create a 4-course traditional meal in this delicious cooking class. First, head to the local market and pick up ingredients along the way. Next, your chef will take you through the process step-by-step to cook exotic dishes. At the end, enjoy your meal and take the recipes home as a souvenir!
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Chong Kneas Floating Village Tour
Journey past the city of Siem Reap and view local life on the floating village of Chong Kneas on the great lake of Tonle Sap, the largest freshwater lake in South East Asia. Float pass provincial homes that rely on the lake for fishing and growing rice.
Khmer Cooking Class
Wat Preah Temple
Psar Chas (Old Market)
Phnom Kulen National Park
Chong Kneas Floating Village
Chong Kneas Floating Village
DAY EIGHT>
Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Today, explore the massive archeological park of Angkor Wat, which includes over 90 sites and temples. We will explore the ruins and learn about the history and culture of when this area was a powerful empire with our local private guide. Stroll through overgrown, decaying, ancient temples and climb towers ornamented with carvings of historic scenes and deities.
Angkor Wat Archeological Park
Ankgor Wat Archeological Park
Angkor Wat Archeological Park
DAY NINE>
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Today is a free day to go at your own pace or join us for one of our fun optional excursions!
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS:
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Kulen Elephant Forest
This afternoon, meet your guide and transfer to the Kulen Elephant Forest and Sanctuary. Walk through the forest, have a refreshing swim, and experience a picnic in the wild surrounded by peaceful elephants in their protected habitat.
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Apsara Dinner Show
Feast on a buffet dinner of traditional dishes and view spectacular Apsara folk dances performed on this thrilling night of entertainment.
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Quad Bike Full Day Tour
Zip through the countryside on a Quad bike. Fly past rice paddies, villages, and temples on this heart pumping adventure as you follow your guide to the best locations near Siem Reap!
Quad Bike Tour
Kulen Elephant Forest
Aspara Dinner Show
Quad Bike Tour
DAY TEN>
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
This morning, our group will fly to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam! This is the largest city in Vietnam, once known as Saigon.
After we check-in to our city-center hotel, we will have time to unwind before our walking tour in the city. We learn about sites such as:
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The Jade Emperor Pagoda
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Ben Thahn Market
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War Remnants Museum
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Saigon Skydeck
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Cu Chi Tunnels
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Independence Palace
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And so much more!
Afterwards, we will have free time to enjoy the city.
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Ho Chi Minh City
Jade Emperor Pagoda
Independence Palace
DAY ELEVEN>
Mekong River, Vietnam
This morning, join your local Vietnamese tour guide and explore the vast Cu Chi Tunnel system that sheltered families during wartime. Enjoy a delicious traditional lunch, followed by a relaxing cruise through the canals of the Mekong River where you will get a glimpse into the daily life of the locals and enjoy the picturesque scenery of the surrounding countryside.
Mekong River Cruise
Mekong River Delta
Cu Chi Tunnels
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
DAY TWELVE>
Today is a free day to enjoy at your own pace. Choose to wake up slow at the hotel, visit museums, and shop; or join us on one of these amazing excursions!
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS:
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Saigon Skydeck
Get a bird’s-eye-view of the busy city below from the amazing 360-degree panoramic Saigon Skydeck on the 68th floor of the Bitexco Financial Tower!
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Vietnamese Coffee Experience
Learn to make a smooth and foamy Vietnamese coffee during this fun workshop! We will about the brewing process, the unique flavors of the beans, and enjoy your coffee with a tasty sweet treat at the end of our experience.
Saigon Skydeck
Vietnamese Coffee Experience
City Hall Building
DAY THIRTEEN>
Fly Back Home
Transfer back to the airport for our flight back to the USA.
*Percussive Tours reserves the right to modify this itinerary if certain activities become unavailable