Vietnam & Cambodia : Whistle-stop Tour
17 day travel itinerary

Take the ultimate adventure through two of the most colourful, captivating cultures in South East Asia.

Start off in Vietnam, by exploring bustling Hanoi, cruising through dramatic scenery in beautiful Bai Tu Long Bay, marvelling at natural wonders in Ninh Binh and soaking up the old-world charm of ancient Hoi An.

In Cambodia, visit the awe-inspiring temples of Angkor and devour delicious traditional Cambodian cuisine.

Both countries have experienced their own harrowing history. On this journey you will develop a deep admiration for the inhabitants of these magical kingdoms.

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Itinerary Highlights

• Stroll the narrow, winding streets of atmospheric Hoi An, lined with quaint homes and decorated with colourful silk lanterns (Vietnam)
• Embark on a cruise in beautiful Bai Tu Long Bay, where spectacular sculpted limestone islands rise from serene, turquoise waters (Vietnam)
• Explore Hue’s walled citadel, discovering lavish palaces and gardens (Vietnam)
• Boat through the famous Mekong Delta (Vietnam)
• Motorbike the twists and turns of the iconic Hai Van Pass (Vietnam)
• Grab a Vietnamese coffee in a cosy cafe in Hanoi's lively Old Quarter (Vietnam)
• Deviour delicious Vietnamese and Cambodian cuisine on fantastic food tours (Vietnam and Cambodia)
• Flag a tuk tuk and explore the awe-inspiring temples consumed by the jungle at Angkor (Cambodia)
• Visit to Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek which document Cambodia’s grisly past during the Khmer Rouge’s murderous rule (certainly not a 'highlight' in the usual sense). The museum 'preserves a tragic period in history with the aim to encourage visitors to be messengers of peace'. Be prepared for a profoundly upsetting experience. (Cambodia)