We explore Hue by enjoying a morning boat cruise on the Perfume River to the Thien Mu Pagoda. Hue is famous for its historical relics including King’s tomb. Your boat will stop by Minh Mang tomb, Your driver will pick up you at Minh Mang for lunch at a garden restaurant of Biet Phu Thao Nhi.

In the afternoon, you will visit the Forbidden Purple City, the former home of the Royal family during the Nguyen dynasty.

Day 3: Hue – Hoi An (B)

In the morning, you will take a 4-hour drive to Hoian, a charming old town which was recognized as a World Natural Heritage site. On the way, we will stop at Lang Co beach, Hai Van pass, Cham sculpture museum and Marble mountain. In the afternoon, we take a tour of the historic village of Hoi An. This is Vietnam’s most enchanting town, an ancient trading port of narrow streets, historic buildings, fine food and abundant shops.

Overnight in Hoi An

Day 4: Hoi An – Hochiminh City (B)

AM: Morning at your leisure.

PM: Flight to Hochiminh city. Free at leisure.

Day 5: Saigon- Cu Chi (B)

In the morning, we take a drive to visit the Cu Chi- tunnels. These tunnels covers close to 200 km including under what was once a US air base. They were originally constructed to fight against the French in the 1940s. In 1960 the Viet Cong repaired and added to the tunnels to fight against the South Vietnamese and American forces.

Afternoon at leisure.

Overnight in Hochiminh city .

Day 6: Saigon- Cai Be- Can Tho (B, L)

In the morning we drive south to Cai Be. Upon arrival, start our private cruise from Phu An. We will visit the visit of Cai Be colorful floating market, cruising among local barges full of fruits and vegetables. Wew will see some local home factories where rice paste, rice pop corn, coco candies, and longans are made.

A delicious lunch will await you at a superb Indochinese villa, Le Longanier.

After lunch, you headto Dong Hoa Hiep. These evergreen islands among the Mekong River still remain unknown to many people. Visit an ancient mandarin house dating from the 19th century where the family will welcome you with a cup a tea. After crossing the Co Chien River, the excursion will end at Vinh Long pier.

Overnight at hotel

Day 7: Can Tho - Hochiminh City – Siem Reap - Cambodia (B, L)

Breakfast at the hotel followed by an early boat trip to the bustling wholesale Cai Rang & Phong Dien floating markets where the farmers exchange their products. A walk on a peaceful country road provides magnificent sceneries of local houses, orchard gardens and fields. We will have lunch at a local restaurant before driving back directly to the airport for your flight from Vietnam to Cambodia, to Siem Reap.

Overnight in Siem Reap.

Day 8: Angkor highlights (B)

We rise early to travel to Ta Prohm in the dawn light. Ta Prohm has been abandoned to the elements, a reminder that while empires rise and fall, the riotous power of nature marches on, oblivious to the dramas of human history. L

After soaking up the unique atmosphere of Ta Prohm, we continue to the giant pyramid of Takeo, one of the highest temples in the Angkor area. Built at the end of the 10^th century, it was never completed. There is also the option to visit the smaller temples of Chau Sey Devada and Thommanon for avid temple enthusiasts.

In the afternoon, we travel through the traditional village of Preah Dak to the 12^th century temple of Banteay Samre. Built by King Suryavarman II, this temple has been extensively restored.

We continue to Banteay Srei, Angkor’s ultimate art gallery. This petite pink temple is the jewel in the crown of Angkor-era sculpture. The elaborate carvings are the finest in Cambodia and the name translates as ‘Fortress of the Women’.

Overnight in Siem Reap

Day 9: Angkor Wat exploration. Night flight to Vietnam, Hanoi (B)

Rising early, we journey to Angkor Wat. Believed to be the world's largest religious building, this temple is a fusion of symbolism and symmetry and a source of pride and strength to all Khmers. Built in the 12^th century by King Suryavarman II, this is the most famous temple at Angkor.

In the afternoon, we visit the immense walled city Angkor Thom that was the masterpiece of King Jayavarman VII. Following the occupation of Angkor by the Chams from 1177 to 1181, the new king decided to build an impregnable fortress at the heart of his empire.

We visit at the Terrace of the Leper King. This intricately carved platform was the royal crematorium and the statue that was originally thought to be the leper king is now believed to be Yama, the god of death. We continue along the Terrace of Elephants, originally used as a viewing gallery for the king to preside over parades, performances and traditional sports. At the southern end lies the Baphuon, once of the most beautiful temples at Angkor, dating from the reign of Uditayavarman 1 in the 11^th century. It has undergone a massive renovation by the French and is now once again open for viewing.

We end off at the enigmatic and enchanting temple of the Bayon with its 54 towers are each topped off with the four faces of Buddha.

Then, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Hanoi. Airport pick up then transfer to your hotel.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 10: Hanoi – Free day (B)

A free day at your leisure.

This evening, we will attend a traditional Water Puppet show

Overnight in Hanoi

Day 11: Departure (B)

Transfer to the airport for your flight home.

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Optional Halong Bay Extention

Day 11: Hanoi- Halong Bay (B-L-D)

8.00am - Depart Ha Noi for a 3.5 hour drive to Ha Long City through the Red River Delta with a break stop on the way. We arrive at Halong City at about 11h30 and you will then be transferred by tender to the luxury junk and enjoy a welcome cocktail. We will start cruising at 12h15 while you check in your cabin. A deluxe Vietnamese Set menu lunch with fresh local seafood will be served on board (vegetarians catered for) while you embark on a cruise into the Holy bay to see the incredible karst formations.

We arrive at Bat Cave (Hang Doi) where you will choose from optional tour programs: visit local fishing village by tender OR visit cave by rowing sampan or kayak (kayak is at additional charge) OR relax with beauty services onboard

A luxurious Vietnamese dinner buffet (an alternative Set menu dinner will be applied for small group) is served on board.

Overnight in your room

***Kayaking is available with extra charge.

Day 12: Halong Bay – Hanoi (B)

06.00 At leisure or practice Meditation and Yoga Session on the Sun Deck and enjoy the sunrise.

07.00: Depart by boat to Surprise Cave (Sung Sot) to visit this famous cave. Another option is to go swimming or kayaking (kayak is at additional charge). An International Breakfast set menu (or buffet) will be served from 8h30 to 10h00 in the morning. We will then start cruising in Halong Bay while you relax and take pictures. The cruise returns to Hon Gai/ Halong at about 10h30.

10h00: Check out from Indochina Sails Junk- farewell until next time. Depart from Hon Gai/ Halong towards Hanoi. You will arrive at your hotel at about 15.30pm.

Overnight in Hanoi