South Indochina Tour-10 Days

Pick-up & Departure

Our guide will pick you up at your hotel and take you on a scenic 60 km (approximately 1.5-hour) drive to the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels, a remarkable underground system used during the Vietnam War.

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Introduction Documentary

Upon arrival, you'll watch a short documentary film that provides historical context and insights into how the tunnels were built and used during wartime.

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Explore the Underground Network

Begin your adventure by exploring the carefully constructed underground areas that include kitchens, bedrooms, storage spaces, weapons workshops, field hospitals, and command centers—essential elements that supported daily life below ground.

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Discover an Underground Town

Step into a recreated underground town and witness firsthand the living conditions of the Vietnamese guerrilla fighters.

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Hidden Trapdoors and Survival Tactics

Learn about the ingenious handmade traps, secret trapdoors, and other defense mechanisms that turned this tunnel system into an impenetrable fortress during wartime.

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Visit a Rice Paper Workshop

Stop by a local rice paper workshop and observe the traditional techniques still used today to produce this essential part of Vietnamese cuisine.

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Taste the Warrior’s Meal

Enjoy a tasting of guerrilla-style wartime food: boiled tapioca and hot tea—simple but symbolic of resilience and survival.

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Return to Ho Chi Minh City

Conclude your immersive journey into history and head back to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

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Accommodation:

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Elios Hotel 3-star or similar

­The Odys Boutique Hotel 4- star or similar

Windsor Plaza Hotel 5-star or similar

8:00 AM – Our friendly tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City for an exciting day trip to the Mekong Delta.

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After a 2-hour scenic drive, we’ll arrive at the port and begin a leisurely boat cruise along the Tien River, where you’ll explore four charming islets named after mythical animals in Asian folklore: Dragon, Kirin, Tortoise, and Phoenix.

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Visit a Local Bee Farm

Enjoy a refreshing cup of honey tea with lemon—famous for its health benefits—and sample a colorful variety of tropical fruits, a specialty of the Delta. For the adventurous, there’s even a chance to take photos with pythons!

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Discover Traditional Coconut Candy

We’ll stop by a handmade coconut candy workshop, where you’ll see how these delicious local treats are crafted and get a chance to try them fresh.

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Experience “Đờn Ca Tài Tử” – Soul of the Delta

While relaxing on the boat, you’ll enjoy a live performance of Đờn Ca Tài Tử, a traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music genre recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage. It’s a unique cultural moment you won’t forget.

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Bamboo Rowboat Ride & Horse-Drawn Carriage

Continue your adventure by rowing through a picturesque mangrove palm canal. Then, step back in time with a horse-drawn carriage ride through a peaceful village, just as locals did in the 19th century.

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Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda

End your journey with a visit to Vinh Trang Pagoda—the largest and most famous Buddhist temple in Southern Vietnam. Admire its unique architecture that beautifully blends Asian and Western influences. This historical site is located in My Tho Town.

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Tour Ends – Return to Ho Chi Minh City

After an enriching day of discovery and cultural immersion, we’ll take you back to your hotel in the late afternoon.

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Accommodation:

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Elios Hotel 3-star or similar

­The Odys Boutique Hotel 4- star or similar

Windsor Plaza Hotel 5-star or similar

­ Our day begins bright and early at 7:00 am as we depart for Cambodia aboard a comfortable bus, with our final destination being Phnom Penh. The journey will take approximately 6-7 hours and will take us through picturesque landscapes and charming towns.

Upon reaching the Moc Bai border gate, our experienced bus crew will be on hand to assist those who require visas on arrival, making the process quick and hassle-free. Once we cross the border, we'll head to the bus station before checking into your Hotel in Phnom Penh.

It offers luxurious accommodations and top-notch amenities that will make your stay comfortable and unforgettable. Take some time to relax and unwind after the long journey, or explore the city and discover its rich history and culture.

From ancient temples and historic landmarks to bustling markets and vibrant nightlife, Phnom Penh has something for everyone. Get ready for an adventure of a lifetime as we delve into the heart and soul of Cambodia's capital city.

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Accommodations:

Phnom Penh Era Hotel 3-Star or similar ­

Get ready for an exciting day ahead, starting with breakfast at your hotel. You'll then hop aboard a Motoremork or Tuk Tuk and head to Koh Darchh Island, where you'll experience the local way of life on the river. Explore the village and visit a community craft workshop to witness the locals' impressive skills in arts and crafts.

From fishing and farming to producing high-quality products sold in local markets, the villagers here have much to offer. You'll have the chance to peruse through their creations before relaxing in a charming water bungalow under a thatched roof hammock.  Dinner is not included, but you'll enjoy overnight accommodations in Phnom Penh. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in Cambodia's rich culture and scenery.

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Accommodations:

Phnom Penh Era Hotel 3-Star or similar ­

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Breakfast at the hotel

08:30 am, you will transfer to Siem Reap (314km/6 hrs drive) by private bus without guide with a few stops along the way to take some photos & go to the restroom.

Have lunch before going to check in. The remainder of the day is free until the time goes to dinner.

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Accommodations:

Baitong Heritage Hotel 3-Star or similar ­

08:30 am, head to visit Ta Prohm, one of the area’s most beautiful temples, which has been left relatively untouched since it was discovered and retains much of its mystery. Its appeal lies in the fact that, unlike the other monuments of Angkor, it was abandoned and swallowed by the jungle, looking very much the way most of the Angkor temples appeared when European explorers first stumbled upon them. it was also used as a location in the film Tomb Raider. Then head to see the last and most enduring capital city of the Khmer empire, Angkor Thom, the Great Angkor City, established in the late twelfth century by King Jayavarman VII. We also visit the impressive Bayon Temple, the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace, the Terrace of the Leper King & Baphoun temple before continuing to visit Angkor Wat, the most popular tourist attraction in Cambodia-it is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Angkor Wat, also known as the “City of Temples” a temple complex in Cambodia and one of the largest religious monuments in the world, on a site measuring 162.6 hectares. Originally constructed as a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Vishnu for the Khmer Empire, it was gradually transformed into a Buddhist temple towards the end of the 12th century. See the architectural masterpiece of Angkor Wat. We stroll around this massive monument, exploring the many galleries with columns, libraries, pavilions, courtyards, and ponds full of water reflecting the towering temple.

Lunch at local restaurant and dinner at the Indian Restaurant

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Accommodations:

Baitong Heritage Hotel 3-Star or similar ­

After having breakfast, we'll continue our journey by car for two hours to the northeast, where we'll reach our first stop at the 10th-century capital of Koh Ker. Although there are over 200 temples within the ancient city's boundaries, only 96 have been discovered so far, and most of our morning will be spent exploring just one: Prasat Thom. This temple is partially buried, and there are low visitor numbers, which means you may have the site to yourself. At the far end of Prasat Thom lies a towering pyramid that may remind visitors of Mayan or Inca architecture.

After exploring more of the surrounding temples, we'll head back in the direction of Siem Reap, stopping to visit another lesser-known temple called Beng Mealea. This temple is similar in size to the better-known Angkor Wat, as they were both built by Suryavarman II. However, Beng Mealea is completely engulfed by jungle vegetation and has undergone minimal restoration work. It's easy to imagine what it must have been like for early explorers discovering this temple for the first time.

We'll return to Siem Reap in the late afternoon, completing our day trip.

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Accommodations:

3-Star Hotel

Start your day with breakfast at the hotel before visiting the floating village of Chong Khneas, located about 10 kilometers south of Siem Reap. We'll take a traditional wooden boat on the Tonle Sap Lake, one of the largest in Asia and often referred to as the "Great Lake" of Cambodia. 

Next, we'll visit "Chantiers Ecoles - Les Artisans d'Angkor," which provides training to young Cambodians to revive the ancient Khmer traditions of stone carving and wood sculpting. Then, we'll drive to Pouk district, approximately 15 km west of Siem Reap town, where we'll visit a silk farm/workshop. Here, you can witness the entire silk creation process, including growing the food for the silk worms, breeding the worms, silk extraction and refinement, traditional kit dying pattern creation, looming, and more. A retail silk and souvenir shop is also available.

On our way back, we'll stop to visit the Western Baray (Baray Occidental), measuring 8 km by 2.3 km, which provided water for the intensive cultivation of lands around Angkor. 

We will spend the night at the hotel in Siem Reap.

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Accommodations:

3-Star Hotel

On your last day in Siem Reap, you'll have the freedom to explore the city at your leisure before your departure. You can take this opportunity to revisit some of the incredible sites you've seen during your tour or discover new places that you may have missed.

Siem Reap is a city rich in history, culture, and charm, with plenty of activities to keep you engaged until your flight departs. You could visit the local markets and shop for souvenirs or try out some traditional Cambodian cuisine at one of the many restaurants scattered throughout the city.

Alternatively, you could take a relaxing stroll through one of Siem Reap's beautiful parks or visit a nearby temple to experience more of Cambodia's cultural heritage. Whatever you choose to do, be sure to soak up every last moment of your time in Siem Reap before departing for your next destination.

Later, our team will transfer you to the airport, marking the end of our base tour service. We hope that your time in Siem Reap has been full of adventure, discovery, and unforgettable experiences. Safe travels on your journey ahead, and we hope to see you again soon.

Note: Finish tour in Siem Reap. Not included flight out ticket.