Southern Vietnam & Cambodia by Road 7 Days
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Southern Vietnam & Cambodia by Road 7 Days

7 Days 6 Nights Ho Chi Minh City → Tay Ninh → Cu Chi → Mekong Delta → Phnom Penh → Siem Reap $633 net / pax

A 7-day overland journey from Southern Vietnam to Cambodia: Ho Chi Minh City, the Mekong Delta, the Cao Dai Temple and Cu Chi Tu els, then Phnom Penh and the temples of Angkor in Siem Reap.

Overview

A 7-day overland journey from Southern Vietnam to Cambodia: Ho Chi Minh City, the Mekong Delta, the Cao Dai Temple and Cu Chi Tunnels, then Phnom Penh and the temples of Angkor in Siem Reap.

Trip Highlights

  • Ho Chi Minh City tour: Reunification Palace, Notre Dame, Ben Thanh/Binh Tay Market
  • Mekong Delta islands, villages and local life
  • Cao Dai Temple in Tay Ninh and the Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Overland crossing from Vietnam to Cambodia
  • Phnom Penh: Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, Wat Phnom
  • Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom (Bayon) and Ta Prohm

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1

Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City - PM City Tour (D)

Day 1 of 7

Met at Tan Son Nhat Airport and transferred to your hotel. Afternoon city tour: the Reunification Palace, the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Post Office and Binh Tay Market. Back to hotel around 18:00.

Di er at an Indian restaurant.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

B2B tip:

Notre Dame is under restoration (exterior only), set expectations. Indian di ers are included throughout, a strong selling point for this market.

2

Ho Chi Minh City - Explore the Mekong Delta (B, D)

Day 2 of 7

08:00 head to My Tho and board a boat on the Mekong River past the four islands and Rach Mieu Bridge. On Thoi Son (Unicorn Island) enjoy honey tea; on An Hoa Island a coconut candy workshop, horse-carriage ride, tropical fruit, traditional music and a sampan canal ride. Stop at Vinh Trang Pagoda. Return around 17:00.

Di er at an Indian restaurant.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

B2B tip:

Private Mekong boat (included) beats join-in trips. Hot and humid, advise hats and water.

3

Ho Chi Minh City - Cao Dai Temple & Cu Chi Tu els (B, D)

Day 3 of 7

Drive 2 hours to Tay Ninh, centre of the Cao Dai religion (founded 1926); watch the noon mass at the Holy See Temple. After lunch, visit the Cu Chi Tu els, the underground network used during the Vietnam War. Return to Saigon around 17:30. Di er at an Indian restaurant. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

B2B tip:

Cao Dai: shoes off, discreet photography only, dress modestly. Optional AK-47/M-16 range (from US$12/10 bullets) is paid on site. Long full day, start early.

4

Ho Chi Minh City - Bus to Phnom Penh (B, D)

Day 4 of 7

Free morning, then transfer by coach to Phnom Penh. On arrival, transfer to hotel.

Di er at an Indian restaurant.

Overnight in Phnom Penh.

B2B tip:

Saigon-Phnom Penh coach is ~6h with a border stop; prep clients for the Cambodia visa-on-arrival (US$36 + 1 photo) at Moc Bai/Bavet.

5

Phnom Penh City Tour - Bus to Siem Reap (B, D)

Day 5 of 7

Morning city tour: the Royal Palace, Throne Hall, Napoleon III Pavilion and the Silver Pagoda; the Independence Monument, King Norodom Statue, Chaktomuk Riverside, NagaWorld and Wat Phnom. Afternoon coach to Siem Reap; di er at a local restaurant.

Overnight in Siem Reap.

B2B tip:

Royal Palace has a strict dress code (covered shoulders/knees). Phnom Penh-Siem Reap coach is ~5-6h; flight is an optional upgrade.

6

Siem Reap - Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom & Ta Prohm (B, D)

Day 6 of 7

08:00 visit Angkor Thom: the Terrace of the Leper King, the Baphuon and the Bayon Temple, masterpiece of King Jayavarman VII. Continue to Ta Prohm, the tree-covered temple where Tomb Raider was filmed. Afternoon at Angkor Wat, the world's largest religious building, then sunset at Phnom Bakheng.

Di er with Apsara dance show, free time at Pub Street.

Overnight in Siem Reap.

B2B tip:

Long, hot temple day, modest dress for Angkor Wat's upper level. Phnom Bakheng caps sunset at 300 visitors, arrive ~16:00.

7

Siem Reap - Departure (B)

Day 7 of 7

Breakfast, then transfer to Siem Reap International Airport for your departure flight.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What's Included

  • Accommodation (Twin/Double/Triple share) with breakfasts
  • All pick-ups and transfers by private vehicle with experienced driver
  • Private boat cruises in My Tho and Siem Reap
  • Shuttle bus tickets Saigon - Phnom Penh and Phnom Penh - Siem Reap
  • English-speaking local guides as indicated
  • All meals as indicated in the programme
  • All entrance fees as mentioned
  • All VAT and government taxes

What's Not Included

  • Entry visa to Vietnam (US$30 e-visa, 5-7 working days)
  • Entry visa to Cambodia (US$36 stamp fee + 1 passport photo)
  • International and regional flights and airport taxes
  • Travel insurance
  • Drinks and personal expenses not mentioned
  • Bank transfer fee (US$10 per transfer)
  • Compulsory tipping for guide and driver: 2-5 pax US$5/pax/day; 6-9 pax US$4/pax/day; 10 pax up US$3/pax/day

Group Pricing

Group Size Net Rate / Pax
4 pax $633

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Southern Vietnam & Cambodia by Road 7 Days customizable?

Yes. The itinerary, hotels, routing, and pacing can be adjusted to fit your client's travel style, budget, and departure preferences.

What standard of hotels are included?

The package is typically quoted with carefully selected mid-range or upscale hotels. Upgrades to premium or luxury categories can be arranged on request.

Can the departure city be changed?

Yes. This package can be quoted from Ho Chi Minh City and other major gateways, subject to airfare and availability.

Are internal flights included?

Internal flights are not included by default unless specified in the final quotation or inclusions list.

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