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12 Day Essential Vietnam & Cambodia Premium Small Group Tour

12 Day Essential Vietnam & Cambodia Premium Small Group Tour

This package includes international airfares and flights will be added to your booking at no additional cost.

Flights
Flight Inclusive

This tour is fully escorted by a dedicated tour leader who will accompany you throughout the tour. If your tour includes multiple countries, you will be met by a new tour leader in each country and any internal flights included will be unescorted.

Escorted Type
Fully Escorted

This tour is categorised as 3 out of 5

 

Balanced exploration with walking tours: Our most popular style, this tour offers a good mix of planned activities and free time. Expect moderate daily walking tours, so pack comfortable shoes.

 

As a general requirement across all of our trips, you may be required to walk up and down stairs, get on and off transportation, handle your own luggage, and participate in all scheduled sightseeing that may be conducted on uneven ground and terrain. Any physical ailments you may have must be disclosed at the time of booking to determine your suitability and where required, supporting documentation may be requested to ensure that we are comfortable that you will enjoy your trip.

Pace
Balanced

Experience a superior level of comfort. Our Small Group tours have been crafted for Inspiring Vacations travellers exclusively, with personal and unique experiences in mind. Travel with no more than 26 people, allowing for a more personalised and immersive experience. Please see the Important Information on your selected tour for the exact group size.

Group Size
Small Group

Take advantage of our 7 day cooling-off period. 

Cooling Off Period
7 Days
Small Group Tour
3,798 people have travelled to this destination

✓ Are you looking to travel in the next three months, click HERE for our "Last Minute" Tour only option
✓ Return international airfares included

✓ Small group tour, up to 16 guests only
✓Incredible sightseeing including, strolling around the bustling capital of Hanoi, embarking on a walking tour to explore Vietnam's lively street food scene, reveling in an unforgettable overnight cruise on the stunning Halong Bay, and discovering the most notable highlights of Ho Chi Minh City, exploring the stunning Angkor Temples complex, enjoying a boat tour of Tonle Sap Lake and exploring Siem Reap
✓ 9 nights in central 4-star accommodation
✓ 1 night on board your deluxe Halong Bay cruise boat
✓ Breakfast daily, 2 lunch and 2 dinners
✓ Escorted by professional English-speaking tour guides in each location
✓ Flights from Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh - Siem Reap 
✓ Comfortable, dedicated transportation throughout
✓ In-depth sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary 

🛏️ Shared room available for solo passengers. This tour offers solo passengers the option to share a room with a fellow passenger of the same gender and avoid the Single Traveller supplement.

What we love about this tour

Travel with the experts for a carefully curated, value-packed discovery of the world's most iconic destinations. Our tours are bursting with must-see sights, rich experiences and quality inclusions, all at an unbeatable price. Bucket list dreams are ticked off on these all-encompassing journeys.

Itinerary

Hotel
The Q Hotel Hanoi or Similar

Chao mung! Or welcome to Vietnam. 

Please make your own way to your 4-star boutique hotel located in the heart of Hanoi where the rest of the afternoon is at leisure. At 6pm you will meet your tour leader and the rest of your group in the hotel lobby to hear more about your time in Vietnam.

Airport transfers are not included. Our transfer portal offers the option to book your airport transfers for an easier arrival experience (additional charges apply). Access to this portal will be available through your Traveller Hub once your booking is confirmed.

Please note: that standard check in is 3pm. Should you be arriving earlier in the day, the hotel can hold your luggage until your room is ready.

Hotel
The Q Hotel Hanoi or Similar
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Start the day with breakfast at the hotel, before your tour of Hanoi begins. Start your visit at the Temple of Literature, the first university in Vietnam. It was built in 1070. Move on to the Ethnographic Museum of Vietnam where you can see numerous exhibitions relevant to national folklore. Continue to Tran Quoc Pagoda - one of the oldest pagodas in Vietnam. 

This afternoon enjoy a walk through the Old Quarter of Hanoi, also called 36 streets. This vibrant area houses thousands of boutiques and small shops and is a great way to cap off  an interesting day.

At approximately 6pm this evening, you will embark on your Hanoi Street Food tour which will include delicacies from Northern Vietnam such as; stuffed pancakes, banh mi, stuffed sticky rice balls, unique egg coffee and many more (this food tour will be considered as your included dinner).  

Cruise
Victory Cruise or Similar
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, you will travel by coach through the rich farmland of the Red River Delta to arrive at Halong Bay.

Designated a World Heritage site in 1994, Halong Bay’s spectacular scatter of islands, dotted with wind-and wave-eroded grottoes, is a vision of ethereal beauty.

Upon arrival you will board your ship to visit the thousands of limestone islands filled with caves of all shapes and sizes. The sails of junks and sampans gliding along the clear and emerald waters of the bay form a magnificent scene that blends into the sky. You will also have the opportunity to visit some of the hidden grottoes beneath the towering cliffs.

Hotel
Aristo Saigon Hotel or Similar
Meals
Breakfast

Awake early and participate in Tai Chi on the deck or simply relax and enjoy the sunrise over the bay’s towering islands, a sight not to be missed! Enjoy a morning cup of coffee or tea, before setting out to explore nearby islands by rowboat. Return to the junk for breakfast then take advantage of the sundeck and admire the amazing rock formations of Halong Bay. 

Enjoy a light lunch before heading back to shore. Your driver will then meet you at the Halong jetty for your drive back to Hanoi airport.

Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat Airport you will be transferred to your 4-star hotel in Ho Chi Minh City located beside the famous Ben Thanh Market.

Hotel
Aristo Saigon Hotel or Similar
Meals
Breakfast

After breakfast, embark on a tour of Ho Chi Minh City (formerly known as Saigon). Visit highlights such as the historic Post Office, War Remnant Museum, photograph the Notre Dame Cathedral and soak up the atmosphere at Ben Thanh market, one of Ho Chi Minh’s liveliest areas.

The rest of the afternoon is your own leisure time to explore or join in an optional tour.

 

Optional Tour - Cu Chi Tunnels Tour

Cu Chi is a network of more than 120 km under the ground and were built by sweat and blood of Vietnamese guerrillas to hide and fight against the rival forces. You will be introduced to many kinds of booby traps used during Vietnam war. We will take time to explain the methods of creating, maintaining and living in these tunnels as well as the special technique of hiding smoke invented by the guerrillas.

Hotel
Aristo Saigon Hotel or Similar
Meals
Breakfast

Today is a free day for individual activities, optional tours or shopping. The central streets are full of shops and boutiques. Traditional objects, war memorabilia, Vietnamese drinks, unconventional food, handicrafts, fruits and vegetables can be found in Ben Thanh Market.

 

Optional Tour - Mekong Delta Discovery Tour - My Tho

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and embark on a captivating tour of the Mekong Delta, where you'll get a glimpse of life beyond the urban center of the South. A mere 2.5 hours away lies My Tho, a former naval base that has evolved into a thriving port city in the heart of the Mekong Delta. This area marks the final destination of the mighty Mekong River, which traverses through Tibet, China, Burma, Laos, Cambodia, and finally into Vietnam. Known for its incredibly fertile land, the Mekong Delta is a powerhouse of food production, responsible for generating almost half of Vietnam's agricultural output. For the locals residing in this region, their lives revolve around the intricate network of rivers and canals that constitute the delta. In fact, water transport is more commonplace than road transport.

Once we arrive in My Tho, we'll embark on a private boat and cruise along the Mekong River. Our first stop will be a fish farm, where we'll gain insight into one of the cottage industries that drives the region. We'll then visit an island that's home to lush tropical gardens, where we'll get to savor some delicious tropical fruits. Our Mekong tour continues onto another island, where we'll learn more about coconut candy, another cottage industry prevalent in the region. Our local guide will take us to a factory, where we'll discover the process of making this sweet treat. As we journey down the Mekong, we'll have the opportunity to visit local villages and gain a deeper understanding of the traditional lifestyles, culture, and customs of the people who call this Delta their home.

Our Mekong discovery continues as we travel via Xe Loi (motorized cart) to a bee farm. Here, we'll transfer to a smaller rowing boat, which will allow us to explore the smaller canals of the Delta. We'll then head to Mien Tay riverside restaurant, where we'll indulge in a set-menu lunch. Your local guide will provide you with valuable insights into the finer points of local cuisine and assist with ordering some of the most delectable delicacies. After lunch, we'll stop at Vinh Trang pagoda before heading back to Ho Chi Minh City, where we'll drop you off at your hotel.

Hotel
Lotus Blanc Hotel & Resort or Similar
Meals
Breakfast

This morning, you will be transferred to Ho Chi Minh City airport and board your flight to Siem Reap. Upon arrival at the airport, meet your local guide and transfer to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this vibrant city.

Hotel
Lotus Blanc Hotel & Resort or Similar
Meals
Breakfast

Spend a full day discovering the mystical Angkor temples. 

Your day starts with a visit to Angkor Thom (the Great City) beginning by the south gate and the famous Bayon of the 12th and 13th centuries. Then, journey to the Elephant Terrace and the raised Leper King Terrace, built in the 12th century features many beautifully sculptured Apsaras. Our last stop in the morning will be the ancient Ta Prohm Monastery.

In the afternoon, visit Angkor Wat, highlighted by the longest continuous bas-relief in the world, carved on the walls that tell the stories of Hindu legends. This architectural masterpiece was constructed in the 12th  century and covers an area of about 210 hectares. Stroll around this massive edifice, seeing the many galleries with columns,  pavilions, courtyards and ponds full of water reflecting the towering temple. 

Optional Tour - Sunrise Angkor Tour

We begin with a pre-dawn departure (4.30 to 4.40 am depending on the time of year) from your hotel for sunrise outside Angkor Wat. Our local guide will take you to the best photo spots before retreating again from the crowds. Enjoy a peaceful moment of reflection at this breathtaking World Heritage Site. Enjoy a scenic walk along the temple (we will not go inside yet) in the soft morning light and cool temperatures. Return to the hotel for your delicious breakfast. 

Hotel
Lotus Blanc Hotel & Resort or Similar
Meals
Breakfast

Today enjoy a boat tour of Tonle Sap Lake, a fascinating destination still unknown to most travellers. Locals have built their houses on stilts, offering an exceptional natural environment with breathtaking views of floodplains, rice fields and water vistas as far as the eye can see. You have a chance to take a look at crocodiles raised by a family and see how people live on this large lake. We then return to the hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Hotel
Lotus Blanc Hotel & Resort or Similar
Meals
Breakfast

Enjoy a day of leisure to explore Siem Reap at your own pace.

Meals
Breakfast

Our adventure ends this morning after breakfast. Please make your own way to the airport. 

We hope you have been Inspired in Vietnam & Cambodia.

Airport transfers are not included. Our transfer portal offers the option to book your airport transfers for an easier arrival experience (additional charges apply). Access to this portal will be available through your Traveller Hub once your booking is confirmed.

Arrive home today. We hope you have enjoyed your inspiring journey and have memories to last a lifetime.

Inclusions

  • Return International Airfares
  • Small group tour, up to 16 guests only
  • Incredible sightseeing including, strolling around the vibrant capital -  Hanoi, overnight cruise on Halong Bay, discover Ho Chi Minh City’s highlights, explore the stunning Angkor Temples complex, enjoy a boat tour of Tonle Sap Lake, explore Siem Reap at your leisure
  • 9 nights in central 4-star accommodation
  • 1 night on board your deluxe Halong Bay cruise boat with all inclusive meals
  • Included internal flights in economy class from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh and Ho Chi Minh to Siem Reap
  • Breakfast daily, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
  • Escorted by a professional English-speaking tour guides in each location
  • Comfortable, dedicated transportation throughout
  • In-depth sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary

  • Hanoi - Enjoy a city tour of Hanoi
  • Hanoi - Visit the Temple of Literature, the first university in Vietnam
  • Hanoi - Enjoy a walk through the Old Quarter of Hanoi
  • Hanoi - Embark on a walking tour to explore Vietnam's lively street food scene
  • Halong Bay - Cruise the splendid waters of Halong Bay on a deluxe boat
  • Halong Bay - Overnight deluxe boat with all meals
  • Ho Chi Minh - Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Ho Chi Minh
  • Ho Chi Minh - Explore the Ben Thanh market - one of Ho Chi Minh’s livelist.
  • Ho Chi Minh - Either delve into the historical Cu Chi Tunnels or embark on a tour of the Mekong Delta with a unique local twist
  • Ho Chi Minh - Join a number of exceptional optional tours
  • Siem Reap - Explore the mystical Angkor Temple Complex
  • Siem Reap - Enjoy a leisurely boat tour of Tonle Sap Lake

Inspiring Tastes

  • Tantalise your tastebuds during your included Hanoi Street Food tour on day 2. Enduldge in some of Northern Vietnam's finest cuisine.

Inspiring Sights

To enhance your journey, we're offering guests a bonus sightseeing experience out of a choice of 3 options (options listed under 'Optional Tours').

  1. Cu Chi Tunnels tour
  2. Mekong 'visit the locals' tour
  3. Sunrise tour at Angkor Wat

Inspiring Stay

  • Enjoy 1 night aboard a traditional Vietnamese cruise ship in the picturesque Halong Bay, amongst the stunning limestone monoliths. 

Fine Print

This product requires full payment upfront to secure your booking.

Once you have created your booking you will be directed to your invoice to choose your preferred payment method.

This package is a flight add-on package

This package has the option of adding international airfares to your booking when selecting your departure city. Select your departure city after clicking ‘Book Now’ and a cost will be stated next to your selected departure city. This cost will then be added to your booking and international flights will be added to your booking.

Visit our Flight Hub for more information on terms and conditions, amending your flights and information on luggage allowances.

Some of our packages will include airport transfers in either one or both directions when arriving or departing from your destination. To know if transfers are included please view the ‘inclusions’ section of your selected package. If airport transfers are stated, transfers will be included as advised.

If transfers are not included, we also offer the option to book your airport transfers using our online portal. Access to this portal is available through your Traveller Hub once your booking is confirmed. Transfers are readily available and do not need to be booked until your final hotel list has been confirmed. Once you have made a transfer booking, please refer to your confirmation email for all transfer details including a local contact number for the transfer company.

If you book pre and/or post-tour accommodation on your own arrangement, and the tour includes transfers, note that these will be forfeited. The transfers are only provided in line with the tour dates and pre and/or post-tour accommodation purchased through Inspiring Vacations when available.

It is the traveller's responsibility to ensure they have a valid passport. The passport must be valid for a minimum of six months from the intended date of return. Visas may be required for your destination. For further visa information, click here.

Fitness Requirements
While the tour itinerary should give you some guidance and overview to the expected requirements, to determine if this tour is right for you we categorise each of our tours in terms of their intensity. These guidelines are to ensure that each tour group is conducted as expected and to ensure the overall satisfaction of all Inspiring Vacations customers.

As a general rule, porterage is not included, therefore at all times you are expected to handle your own luggage where help may not be available.

This particular tour is categorised as a”3”

Moderate Tour: A good level of fitness and mobility is required, as this tour includes a moderate level of physical activity and is considered a medium-fast paced tour. You should be able to walk up and down stairs, get on and off the coach and able to walk reasonable distances of approximately 2 kilometres per day or more with ease. Any physical ailments you may have must be disclosed at the time of booking to determine your suitability. If you have any form of walking aids, other than a walking stick or hiking poles, then this tour is not suitable.

Tipping
A friendly reminder that tipping is not included in your package. While tipping is not customary, it's of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many destinations.

Accommodation
The accommodation listed is subject to change. Any changes will be of an equal or higher standard. Bedding configurations (double or twin) are requests only. All efforts will be made to meet your preferences, but we can’t guarantee your request will be available at all properties.

Single travellers
When booking this tour, solo travellers will be presented with three options:

1 - Single Supplement
By paying an additional $745.00 per person, in addition to the twin-share price, you guarantee the privacy of your own room throughout the entire trip.

2- Shared Room with a known friend
If travelling together with a friend, you can opt to share your room with him/her and avoid paying a single supplement. 

You and your friend can create a unique booking each. Creating a unique booking, gives each of you the flexibility of making different travel arrangements (such adding extra accommodation, flights, etc), make separate payments and have individual access to our Traveller Hub

During the purchase path, you will need to provide your friend’s booking ID (if known) or at a minimum, your friend’s full name.

3- Shared Room with a fellow traveller
In this trip you can opt to share a room with a fellow traveller of the same gender – as specified in your passport - and avoid paying a single supplement.

If you believe you may prevent your travelling companion from enjoying a peaceful night’s rest, please refrain from selecting this option.

You will meet your rooming companion at the beginning of your trip. 

Changes to room configuration during the trip must be organised by travellers directly with the hotel, subject to availability and additional charges.

This option is not available on additional accommodation booked before or after the tour.

Triple Share
Not available.

Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is recommended to protect yourself against the unexpected. In addition to the support that a policy may provide, you may be asked to present a copy of your travel insurance documentation while traveling.

We have partnered with nib to offer our customers competitive rates for their travel insurance. You can book Comprehensive or Essentials cover for your domestic, international or multi-trip journeys simply by clicking HERE.

Note that Inspiring Vacations cannot provide advice with regards to any insurance product.

Group Size
Maximum of 16 people.

Children
Children must be 5 years old or above and share a room with parents at all times. Children are charged the same price as adults.

Tour Style
To meet the needs of various types of travelers, we choose to operate various types of tours, and depending on your selected package will mean different services are provided throughout your trip. The following descriptions of each tour style we hope will ensure that each traveller has appropriate expectations before they start their travels: 

  • Fully Escorted - This tour is fully escorted by an expert English-speaking guide who will accompany you throughout the tour.

Tour Length
The total length of the tour in days includes time spent in flight and is subject to change depending on the flight schedule, please refer to the day by day itinerary for the time spent on land.

All participants must be in good physical condition to fully engage in this journey. For the safety and welfare of yourself and fellow travellers, if you are feeling unwell prior to departure, we advise staying home and contacting us to arrange alternate plans.

Prior to selecting your trip, carefully review the itinerary to assess your ability to comfortably manage our travel style. Please be aware that if, based on evaluation by our leader or local representative, a participant is deemed unable to safely complete the itinerary, we retain the right to exclude them from all or part of the trip without reimbursement.

It is advisable to consult your physician for current medical travel advisories and any required vaccinations before embarking. We recommend carrying a first aid kit and any necessary medications in their original packaging, as they may not be readily available during travel. For those carrying medication, it's essential to check your government's foreign travel guidelines for local restrictions or regulations.

You have the choice of 1 of 3 Inspiring Sights to enhance your journey. You may purchase the additional prior to departure:

  • Cu Chi Tunnels Tour (Day 5) - $114 per person
  • Mekong Delta Discovery Tour - My Tho (Day 6) - $114 per person
  • Sunrise Angkor Tour (Day 8) - $53 per person

Optional tours can be selected once you have finalised your tour purchase and paid your deposit. When completing your Passenger Booking Form, you will be asked if you would like to add Optional Tours, where any applicable cost will be added to your final balance. If you choose not to select them at this time, you can choose to add them later by logging in to your Account online.

Please note that you must select your Optional Tours no later than 70 days before departure, after which you will be required to purchase them on tour. Please keep in mind that anything purchased on-tour is subject to availability and prices may vary as you will be paying in local currency. We appreciate your understanding.

You can enhance your holiday by arriving or departing before or after the tour. On this tour you can choose from the following options:

Pre Tour Accommodation - Hanoi

  • $123.00 per room, per night for double and twin share
  • $123.00 per room, per night for solo travellers

Post Tour Accommodation - Siem Reap

  • $138.00 per room, per night for double and twin share
  • $138.00 per room, per night for solo travellers

Please select the number of extra nights required in the 'Additional Nights Accommodation' field when making your purchase. The additional cost for these arrangements will be added to your final payment invoice and are subject to availability.

Airport Transfers
Arrival and departure transfers are not included in our package.

  • Arrival airport transfer
  • Departure airport transfer
  • Visas
  • Travel insurance (compulsory)
  • Tipping
  • Optional activities
  • Personal expenses
  • Anything not mentioned in the itinerary

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