Essential Singapore, Cambodia and Vietnam

Itinerary

• Day 1: Arrival in Singapore

  As the flight lands in Singapore, your 17-day guided tour starts with a warm welcome by our representative. Afterwards you will be escorted to your hotel and the remaining time can be spent at leisure.

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• Day 2: Singapore

  Singapore is a world famous garden city. Passing through Civic District, you will visit the Merlion Park, where you can enjoy the breathtaking views of Marina Bay and take pictures with a mythological creature named Merlion. Continue your tour to the Thian Hock Keng Temple, a national monument of Singapore. Later, you will pass through Chinatown and proceed to the Singapore Botanic Gardens. In these tropical gardens, the National Orchid Garden is the main attraction. Finally, take a relaxing walk around Little India with the colorful buildings.

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• Day 3: Singapore - Siem Reap

  After exploring Singapore, your journey continues to Cambodia via airplane. When the flight lands in Siem Reap, be met by your private guide, who will transfer you to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.

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• Day 4: Siem Reap

  Angkor temples, the most popular tourist attraction of Cambodia, is located in Siem Reap. This morning, your private guide will lead you pass through the South Gate of Angkor Thom to visit the Bayon Temple and the Elephant Terrace. In the afternoon, continue your exploration to the Angkor Wat Temple, the largest and most breathtaking monument at Angkor. After the tour, you will head to the Bakheng Temple to catch the stunning sunset view of the distant Angkor Wat.

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• Day 5: Siem Reap

  The breathtaking sunrise view of Angkor Wat will be the start of your wonderful day. Later, your private guide will take you through some local villages to visit the Banteay Srei Temples. Stroll around this compact temple and observe the elaborate decorative wall carvings. Enjoy exotic cuisine at a local restaurant. In the late afternoon, continue your tour to the Ta Prohm Temple, which was used as a location in the film Tomb Raider. Finish today at the Ta Keo Temple, possibly the first temple built entirely of sandstone by Khmers.

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• Day 6: Siem Reap - Ho Chi Minh City

  This morning, you will visit Khmer Village, where you will see the daily life of local people as well as the countryside scenery of rice field and palm trees. Continue to observe the real life of fishermen living on the Tonle Sap Lake via a boat. After the tour, fly to Ho Chi Minh City for overnight.

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• Day 7: Ho Chi Minh City

  This morning, you will depart for the incredible underground Cu Chi Tunnels, and then drive back to enjoy a half-day city tour. The tour includes the highlights of Ho Chi Minh City, such as the Ben Thanh Market, the War Remnants Museum, the Reunification Palace (the former Presidential Palace), the Old Saigon Post Office and the Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Catinat).

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• Day 8: Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta - Ho Chi Minh City

  Spend a whole day to explore Mekong Delta by boat. You will see the marvelous green of coconut plants along the river, step ashore to meet Mekong real life in a local village, and enjoy a homemade lunch. After the tour, return to Ho Chi Minh City for overnight.

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• Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City - Hue

  Enjoy some leisure time in Ho Chi Minh City and then fly to Hue. Upon arrival, check into the hotel and the remaining time can be spent exploring this ancient city on your own.

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• Day 10: Hue

  Your Hue discovery starts with the Royal Tomb of King Ming Mang. Later, ride a royal dragon boat sailing along the Perfume River to visit the prettiest religious buildings of the Thien Mu Pagoda. Continue your tour to the Imperial Citadel and the distinctive Forbidden Purple City. Finish your day with a relaxing walking around the lively Dong Ba Market.

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• Day 11: Hue - Da Nang - Hoi An

  After breakfast, your private driver will escort you to Hoi An. On the way, you will appreciate the stunning views of mountain and sea in the Hai Van Pass, make a short stay at Da Nang to see the Non Nuoc Beach, the Cham sculpture in the Cham Museum, and several Buddhist and Hindu grottoes within the Marble Mountains. Upon arrival in Hoi An, check into the hotel and enjoy the remaining time at leisure.

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• Day 12: Hoi An

  After breakfast, journey into Hoi An countryside for an immersive Fisherman Eco tour. You will cruise on the Cua Dai River, learn the technique of casting fishing nets from local fishermen, and paddle Vietnamese bamboo basket boat to have fun. In the afternoon, enjoy a walking tour of the charming ancient town to visit the Japanese Bridge, the renowned Chinese Temple, and Vietnamese former merchants' house.

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• Day 13: Hoi An - Da Nang - Hanoi

  This morning, you will be transferred to the airport in Da Nang to board your flight to Hanoi.

  After you touch down, your private guide is waiting to meet you and guide you to visit the highlights of Hanoi, including Ho Chi Minh's House on Stilts, the Temple of Literature, and the Old Quarter by Cyclo.

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• Day 14: Hanoi - Halong Bay

  After breakfast, you will depart for Halong Bay to board your cruise boat. You can take in the stunning scenery of nearly 2,000 limestone islands distributed in the turquoise waters. The boat also offers various optional activities like kayaking, swimming and more.

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• Day 15: Halong Bay

  Enjoy the breathtaking views of Halong Bay, and step ashore for some excursions, such as Cat Ba Island. The remaining time can be spent watching movies in the restaurant, squid fishing at the reception, joining our kitchen staff for the fruit carving session or just relaxing with a chair on the deck.

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  • Halong Bay

• Day 16: Halong Bay - Hanoi

  Start your day with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck, and then ride a small boat to explore the beautiful caves. At noon, disembark and meet your private guide at the port. Be transferred back to Hanoi for overnight.

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• Day 17: Hanoi, Departure

  Say goodbye to Vietnam and be transferred to the airport for your homebound flight.

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