MAGICAL VIETNAM WITH CAMBODIA INTERNATIONAL TOUR

Day 01 Arrive in Da Nang

Upon arrival, welcome by the Tour Manager/local tour guide and transfer from the airport to the hotel for check in. (Standard check in time 1400-1500 hrs). Dinner at Indian Restaurant.

Overnight in Da Nang. (D)

Day 02 City Tour of Da Nang (Visit Son Tra Peninsula [Monkey Mountain], Visit Giant Lady Buddha Statue, Visit Marble Mountain and Thuy Son (Water Mountain],

Visit Kuyen Khong Cave) - Visit Hoi An Ancient Town After breakfast, we proceed to visit Son Tra Peninsula (Monkey Mountain), the Giant Lady Buddha Statue, Marble Mountain and Thuy Son (Water Mountain). We then visit Huyen Khong cave before entering Tam Thai and Linh Ung pagodas which offers great city views and visit Am Phu Cave with impressive rock formations. Later, we visit Hoian ancient town where we see the tile-roofed Japanese Bridge, Chinese Assembly halls and ancient houses while we drive. Dinner at Indian Restaurant.

Overnight in Da Nang. (B, L, D)

Day 03 Tour of Bana Hills and Golden Bridge

After breakfast, we transfer to Ba Na hills and take Cable Car to Ba Na hills station. Reach the French-inspired hilltop resort where we visit the Old Villas, French Stable, and Tinh Tam Garden. Just a few steps away from the village stands the Linh Ung Pagoda, where we see an impressive facade of traditional Vietnamese architecture when we visit the pagoda. Next, we head to Loc Uyen Garden and Quan Am Pavilion for a walk through well-manicured landscapes. We reach Nui Chua Peak, marvel at the natural reserve's beauty. Our next stop will be the Fantasy Park, an amusement park inspired by French chateaus and palaces. Have fun with exciting rides fit for all ages. For our last destination, drop by Linh Chua Linh Tu Temple for a glimpse of Vietnam's Buddhist culture. Go downhill by cable car and return to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy the beach. Dinner at Indian Restaurant.

Overnight in Da Nang. (B, LL, D)

Day 04 Da Nang - Hanoi. City Tour of Hanoi (Photostop at Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Visit One Pillar Pagoda, Visit Hoa Lo Prison Museum, Visit Hoan Kiem Lake) -

Cyclo Tour - Witness Water Puppet Show  After breakfast we check out and transfer to the airport for our flight to Hanoi. On arrival, we proceed with the city tour by taking photos of Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum from outside. We then visit One Pillar Pagoda and Hoa Lo Prison Museum, ironically nicknamed the 'Hanoi Hilton' by US prisoners of war (POWs) during the American War. We continue the tour by visiting the picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake and then take a leisure cyclo around the Old Quarter of Hanoi. Later, enjoy a fascinating show of Water Puppetry, a traditional stage art of Northern Vietnam.  Dinner at Indian Restaurant.

Overnight in Hanoi. (B, L, D)

Day 05 Hanoi - Ha Long Bay - Overnight on Cruise. Visit Pearl Farm enroute Halong Bay

After breakfast, we check out from the hotel and transfer to Halong. Enroute Visit Pearl Farm where we learn the whole process of producing pearls and pearl products. Upon arrival in Halong, we check in the overnight cruise to discover the magnificent beauty of this "Descending-dragon" bay, created by thousands odd-shaped limestone rocks and karst grottoes. This afternoon, we can visit the Grottos, stop for swimming or kayaking (at your own cost), passing floating houses and approach islets to enjoy their beauty in close distance. Back to the cruise, enjoy cooking demonstration (optional) and sunset view from sundeck.  Dinner on board the Cruise.

Overnight in Ha Long on board the cruise. (B, L, D)

Day 06 Halong Bay - Hanoi - Siem Reap

Have breakfast on board. This morning, we visit by boat to Luon Cave, a ring-shaped pool inside an island in Halong. Back to the Wharf of Halong passing the most densely area with many islands that have been named like the Cock-Fighting Rock, Sail Island, Incense burner rock or Sea Dog Rock. Brunch on board the Cruise

Day 07 Experience Boat ride - Angkor Gondola at Angkor Thom - Tour of Angkor Wat - 30 Minutes Foot Massage - Enjoy Apsara Show

After breakfast, we proceed to experience Boat ride - Angkor Gondola at Angkor Thom. Later we proceed to visit Angkor Wat temple which is a replica of the universe according to the Hindu mythology. Refresh yourself with coconut water during the city tour. (What's More) Later in the afternoon, we explore South Gate of Angkor Thom known as Big Angkor. We then visit Thommanon - small attractive temple, built at the same time as Angkor Wat. Chau Say Tevoda - built during the second quarter of the 12th century opposite of Thommanon, it was dedicated to Shiva and Vishnu. We then visit Ta Prohm temple which is a wonderful combination of human genius and natural beauty! We then head back to town and enjoy 30 minutes foot massage. (What's More) In the evening, enjoy local dinner with Apsara dance show.

Overnight in Siem Reap. (B, L, LD) 

Day 08 Visit Satcha Handicraft. Siem Reap - Ho Chi Minh. City Tour of Ho Chi Minh (Photo stop at Notre-Dame Basilica, Visit Saigon Central Post Office, Photo

stop at Reunification Palace) Today, we check out and visit Satcha, the first centre in Cambodia that incubates local artisans who specialize in handicrafts. We then proceed to the airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh. On arrival, we drive to the city centre and visit Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica (outside due to construction), a neo-Roman cathedral, Saigon Central Post Office and then pass by classic European-style landmarks such as the ornate City Hall (Hotel De Ville), the old Opera House and take photo of Reunification Palace from outside. Enjoy a cup of Vietnamese Coffee.

Day 09 Tour of Mekong Delta - Visit Cu Chi Tunnels

After breakfast, we visit My Tho, the homeland of coconut. On arrival in My Tho, enjoy cruising on the mighty Mekong River and view the life of the local people that live along the riverbanks. Embark on the small sampan boats rowed by the local people through the small canals covered by water coconut trees. Later in the afternoon, we take the boat back to the mainland. After lunch, we visit Cu Chi tunnels - the network of over 200 km tunnels which became legendary when they played a vital role in the War. Dinner at Indian Restaurant.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh. (B, L, D)

Day 10 Departure

Today, we check out and proceed to the airport for your flight back home. It's time to say goodbye to all the new friends you have made. We hope you take back many happy memories of your holiday. We would like you to spare a few minutes of your time to write and tell us how you enjoyed your holiday and any suggestions you may have for the future. ( B)