The Three Pearls of the Mekong - Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia with Beach Vacation on Vietnam's dream beaches 25 Days (19 destinations)
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Itinerary
All the highlights of Indochina: from Luang Prabang in Laos via Vietnam to Cambodia. Get to know 3 fascinating countries. Relax for a few days on the beach in Phan Thiet or on the island of Phu Quoc in between.
Grand Indochina round trip through Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia with a beach vacation on Vietnam's dream beaches On this route, you will get to know all 3 countries of Indochina in one trip: You start in the city of Luang Prabang in Laos and fly on from there to the capital of Vietnam, Hanoi. After an unforgettable cruise in Halong Bay, you will continue via Central Vietnam with the towns of Hoi An and Hue to South Vietnam with the city of Saigon and the Mekong Delta. Before you fly on to Cambodia for the crowning finale of your round trip to the overwhelming temple complexes of Angkor, you will spend a few relaxing days swimming on the dream beaches of southern Vietnam. Here you can choose between a beach vacation on the mainland in Phan Thiet / Mui Ne or the tropical island of Phu Quoc. You will cover the longer distances between the individual regions with an approx. one-hour flight, shorter distances by car. Your return flight home is from Siem Reap. The tour is guaranteed for groups of 2 or more. The maximum group size is 10 people.
Tour program
Day 1
Welcome to Luang Prabang - An ancient royal city
Your driver and tour guide will be waiting for you at the airport and will take you comfortably to your hotel in the city center of Luang Prabang.
Airport - hotel: approx. 10 km ~ 20 min drive
(check-in from 14:00)
Once at the hotel, you are free to choose how to spend the rest of the day. Treat yourself to a massage after the long flight or go on a first exploration tour through the narrow streets of the old town. Spend your first night in the ancient city of Luang Prabang.
Overnight stay in Luang Prabang
Included:
Transfer: air-conditioned vehicle.
Tour guide: German-speaking tour guide.
Other: mineral water in the vehicle.
Accommodation: Hotel in Luang Prabang.
Day 2
The UNESCO World Heritage Site Luang Prabang - Pak Ou Cave (F)
Start your day with a guided tour to the Royal Palace Museum (Haw Kham), which is now the National Museum. It houses many religious and cultural treasures, including the royal throne of the Lane Xang Kingdom in its original splendor, and preserves a part of daily royal life until 1975.
Transfer to the jetty to board the traditional longtail boat and start your cruise along the impressive Mekong River. The main destination is the Pak Ou Caves. The caves, locally called Tam Ting, are filled with thousands of Buddha statues in a variety of sizes. As you head upstream, you can watch the locals fishing and listen to the happy laughter of children splashing in the water.
Stop along the way to visit Ban Xang Hai, a unique little village on the banks of the Mekong River, famous for its handicraft products such as distilling and selling whisky, hand-woven fabrics and jewelry.
Return to town where you will continue to visit the magnificent Wat Xiengthong, an outstanding piece of Lao temple architecture that features a curved two-story roof and elaborate mosaics, including a beautiful 'tree of life' glass montage on the rear temple wall. This 15th century wat is the most important in Luang Prabang and one of the most important in the country. Until the 1975 revolution, Wat Xieng Thong was a royal temple supported by the royal family. In the 1960s, Wat Xieng Thong was completely rebuilt and redecorated and became the magnificent temple we see today.
Walk to Wat Mai ("New Monastery"), which was built in 1796. It was given its current name after restoration by King Manthathourat in 1821. The most striking feature of the temple is the gilded relief panels that cover the front façade. The panels tell the story of Vessentara, the supreme incarnation of the Buddha. The gilded door frames merge with the relief panel and form a monolithic wall of gold.
The rest of the evening is at your leisure. Towards the evening, the Talat night market (Hmong Market) is on your program.
Overnight stay in Luang Prabang.
Included:
Transfer: air-conditioned vehicle.
Tour guide: German-speaking tour guide.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Entrance tickets: to all listed sights.
Other: mineral water in the vehicle. Local boat trip to Pak Ou Cave.
Accommodation: Hotel in Luang Prabang.
Meals included:
Breakfast
Day 3
Kuang Si Waterfalls & Around Luang Prabang (F)
Continue through the countryside of Luang Prabang to the Kuang Si waterfalls. Upon reaching the waterfall, enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings or explore the dense jungle on foot. For the more adventurous, it is possible to walk along a steep path to the top of the falls, where a beautiful view awaits you. These waterfalls cascade down a multi-level limestone formation and form a series of turquoise blue pools, perfect for a swim on a hot day.
There is also the option to hike to the nearby village of Ban Thapene and explore the hidden waterfalls, which are rarely visited by other people.
If you wish, you can also pay a quick visit to the Bear Rescue Center, which is home to a few dozen animals rescued from the hands of poachers and traffickers.
On the way back to Luang Prabang, stop at Ock Pop Tok, which is set in a tropical Mekong garden and opens its doors to you to learn more about Lao textiles and handicrafts. The Living Craft Center (LCC) brings the concept of "East meets West" to life and is a place where you can meet silk weavers, artisans and silkworms and learn about textiles.
You will have the opportunity to visit the traditional art and ethnology center to learn more about the many ethnic cultures of Laos. From there, you will be taken to Wat Prabath to admire the sunset.
Overnight stay in Luang Prabang.
Included:
Transfer: air-conditioned vehicle.
Tour guide: German-speaking tour guide.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Entrance tickets: to all listed sights.
Other: mineral water in the vehicle.
Accommodation: Hotel in Luang Prabang.
Meals included:
Breakfast
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Monk dining
Wake up at sunrise and prepare to partake in Laos' most sacred tradition, the daily morning alms offering, which dates back to the 14th century. More than 200 Buddhist monks leave various temples to collect their daily meals from the faithful residents who sit quietly on the streets.
Included: Transfer, donation items
Barci ceremony
(min. 2 people).
Included: Transfer from/back to your hotel, Barci ceremony, dinner, German-speaking tour guide.
In the late afternoon, take part in a private Baci ceremony with a local family. As a traditional ritual of the Lao people, the Baci ceremony expresses the spirituality of the country and is an unforgettable experience for the participants and a deep insight into Lao culture. Afterwards, you will be served dinner to share with your host family. This is the best opportunity for you to get a first impression of local life and culture.
Day 4
Luang Prabang - Free day (F)
Day 5
Flight from Luang Prabang to Hanoi (B)
Welcome to Vietnam! Your driver and tour guide will be waiting for you at the airport to take you comfortably to your hotel in Hanoi city center. On the drive you can get a first impression of the city: most people immediately notice the narrow houses, the colonial architecture and the hustle and bustle on the streets.
Hanoi airport - hotel: approx. 35 km ~ 35 min drive
Once you arrive at the hotel, you can choose how you want to spend the rest of the day. Treat yourself to a massage after the long flight or go on a first exploration tour through the narrow streets of the old town. You will spend the first night in your central hotel.
Overnight stay in Hanoi.
Included:
Transfer: air-conditioned vehicle.
Tour guide: German-speaking tour guide.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel in Luang Prabang.
Other: Mineral water in the vehicle.
Flight: Luang Prabang - Hanoi with local airline (economy class).
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi.
Meals included:
Breakfast
Day 6
Experience Hanoi's history up close (B)
Experience the vibrant metropolis of Hanoi today, which impresses with its magnificent colonial buildings and pagodas. On a city tour we will show you the highlights of Hanoi:
- The Ho Chi Minh Complex with its mausoleum (you can enter the mausoleum or skip the visit if you prefer), the Presidential Palace, the historic Stilt House and the One Pillar Pagoda.
*** The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed on Mondays, as well as from October to the end of December due to renovation work.
- Temple of Literature, a temple of Confucius and also the first university of Vietnam.
- Take a walk around the beautiful Hoan Kiem Lake and visit the so-called "Jade Mountain Temple", the Ngoc Son Temple.
- Enjoy a rickshaw ride through Hanoi's Old Quarter and experience everyday life in Hanoi with your own eyes.
- A performance by the Water Puppet Theatre rounds off the day.
*** Tip: It is a wonderful experience to enjoy a cup of egg coffee in the Pho Co Café with breathtaking views of Hoan Kiem Lake and the surrounding area (coffee is self-pay, approx. 3-4 euros per person).
Overnight stay in Hanoi.
Included:
Transfer: air-conditioned vehicle.
Tour guide: German-speaking tour guide.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Entrance tickets: to all listed sights.
Others: mineral water in the vehicle. Rickshaw ride & water puppet theater.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi.
Meals included:
Breakfast
Day 7
Cruise in the breathtaking Halong Bay (B, M, A)
Overnight stay on the junk.
Included:
Transfer: air-conditioned vehicle.
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide on the cruise ship.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel in Hanoi. Lunch and dinner on the cruise.
Entrance tickets: to all listed attractions.
Others: mineral water in the vehicle.
Accommodation: On the cruise ship, 01 private en-suite cabin for 2 persons.
Meals included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 8
Continue your cruise and fly to Hue (Brunch) (B).
After lunch, we disembark, board the van and drive directly to Hanoi airport to fly to Hue in central Vietnam in the afternoon.
At the airport, you will be met by your tour guide and transferred to your hotel in Hue. Overnight stay in Hue.
Included:
Transfer: air-conditioned vehicle.
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide on the cruise ship. Pick up by German-speaking tour guide in Hue.
Meals: Breakfast & brunch on the cruise.
Entrance tickets: to all listed sights.
Other: Mineral water in the vehicle.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hue.
Flight: Hanoi - Hue with local airline (economy class).
Meals included:
Breakfast
Day 9
Exploring the ancient imperial city of Hue (B)
Today you will take a boat trip on the beautiful Huong River, also known as the "Perfume River", to the Thien Mu Pagoda, which is well worth seeing. With its imposing Phuoc Duyen Tower, this pagoda is the highest in Vietnam. You will then visit the legendary Imperial Palace and tour the venerable imperial city of Hue. A visit to the Trang Tien Bridge and the Dong Ba Market in Hue's old town will give you a unique insight into the exciting Vietnamese culture and cuisine.
In the afternoon, embark on an excursion to explore Hue's famous royal tombs, illustrious examples of the Grand Dynasty's past and garden houses.
The tour ends at around 5.00 pm and you will be taken back to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay in Hue.
Included:
Transfer: private, air-conditioned vehicle.
Tour guide: German-speaking tour guide.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Entrance tickets: to all listed sights.
Other: mineral water in the vehicle. Boat trip on the beautiful Huong River.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hue.
Meals included:
Breakfast
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Dinner at Y Thao Garden Restaurant
Y Thao Garden Restaurant is not only a typical Hue Garden House where you can enjoy delicious traditional dishes in a unique atmosphere, but also visit a small exhibition. More will not be revealed here!
Day 10
Hue - Danang - Hoi An (cloud passes and sandy beaches) (F)
Onward journey to Hoi An with a stopover on the 496 m high Cloud Pass, the weather divide between the subtropical north and tropical south. On this day you will see the kilometer-long beach of Lang Co and the Marble Mountains in Danang.
Hue - Hoi An: Approx. 150 km ~ 3.5 hours drive (including breaks on the way)
We stop in Danang and take a hike to Marble Mountain, a collection of five hills made of limestone and marble. It is also a well-known pilgrimage site with peaks, caves, tunnels and temples. When you reach the summit, you will get a spectacular panoramic view of the city of Danang.
We continue to the nearby town of Hoi An. From the 16th to the 18th century, Hoi An was a thriving international trading port. Today it is a picturesque riverside town popular with tourists for its eclectic architecture, tailor shops and cafes.
Check into your hotel in Hoi An, the rest of the day is at leisure. Dinner on your own and overnight stay in Hoi An.
Included:
Transfer: air-conditioned vehicle.
Tour guide: German-speaking tour guide.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Entrance tickets: to all listed sights.
Other: mineral water in the vehicle.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An.
Meals included:
Breakfast
Day 11
Explore Hoi An Old Town & cycle to the local village (F, M)
This morning we explore the picturesque town of Hoi An on foot. Take a walking tour through the winding narrow streets of the old quarter, visit the Chua Ong Pagoda or Phuc Kien Pagoda, the Assembly Hall, the 200-year-old Tam Ky House and the covered Japanese Bridge. During the walk, you will also have the opportunity to attend a cultural show with traditional music and dance performances.
The last point is the Precious Heritage Museum, which houses the permanent exhibition of Réhahn's Precious Heritage Collection. Discover impressive portraits, stories and heirlooms that cannot be found anywhere else in the world.
You then set off with your guide on a bike tour to the village of Tra Que. There, a short walk takes you through the farm's vegetable garden: watch the farmers at work in the fields and learn interesting facts about vegetable cultivation. Afterwards, relax with a short foot bath and a foot massage before preparing your own lunch. After a break, you say goodbye to your hosts and are taken back to your hotel in the van.
*** Note: A van is available for those who cannot manage the bike tour.
The rest of the day is free for you to explore Hoi An on your own.
Overnight stay in Hoi An.
Included:
Transfer: air-conditioned vehicle.
Tour guide: German-speaking tour guide.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel. Lunch in Tra Que village.
Entrance tickets: to all listed attractions.
Others: mineral water in the vehicle. Bike tour to Tra Que village. Foot massage in Tra Que village.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An.
Meals included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Day 12
Flight to Saigon (B)
Transfer to the airport and flight to Saigon. Transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight stay in Saigon.
Included:
Transfer: Airport transfer Hoi An - Danang & in Saigon.
Tour guide: Pick-up of the German-speaking tour guide in Saigon.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Other: Mineral water in the vehicle.
Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon.
Flight: Danang - Saigon with local airline (economy class).
Meals included:
Breakfast
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Red Bridge cooking class with boat tour in Hoi An (morning) - English guided
In the morning, you will meet the chef of the Red Bridge restaurant for a personally guided shopping tour at the market. Here you will experience Hoi An up close, you will get an impression of the lively life, the foreign sounds and the smells of the city and its markets. You will bargain with the traders and buy fresh ingredients for your lunch. After shopping, a boat will take you to the Red Bridge Cooking School on the Hoi An River. There you will learn a lot of interesting facts about Vietnamese herbs, spices, ingredients and the art of decoration. The chef will show you how to prepare some of the most delicious Vietnamese dishes. Afterwards, you can get "creative" yourself under his guidance and conjure up Vietnamese and Hoi An specialties for yourself.
Hoi An Eco Tour (fishing village) - English guided
Location: local fishing village on the Cua Dai River.
Start: 13:30.
Duration: 4 hours.
On this tour, you will discover the unique fishing villages and the fishing techniques of the locals on the beautiful waterways flanked by coconut plantations and bamboo groves. You will immerse yourself in the authentic social structures and culture of the local population.
My Son ½ day trip
The tour guide will pick you up from your hotel and you will make your way to My Son. Once there, you will visit the capital Tra Kieu, the former administrative center of the Kingdom of Champa. Discover the majestic ruins of My Son.
Excursion to the hills of Ba Na with a visit to the Golden Bridge
This morning, you will be picked up from your hotel by your tour guide and taken to the hills of Ba Na, around 25 kilometers from Da Nang. The region served the former French colonial rulers as a health resort, but quickly fell into oblivion after the occupying power left. Only the construction of an amusement park awoke the region from its slumber, which can only be reached by a cable car that climbs almost 1500 meters. Once at the top, you can visit Le Jardin Garden D'Amour, the Luna Castle, the Sun Palace and, of course, the famous Golden Bridge. The 150-metre-long pedestrian bridge, which is supported by two giant hands, offers a picturesque view of the tropical rainforest of the Ba Na Hills.
From the Ba Na Hills it is a direct route to Da Nang airport for your onward flight to Saigon.
Hoi An Kayak tour (private tour with English-speaking guide)
1st sunrise paddle to local life (04:30 - 05:15): EUR 40 per person (min. 2 people)
2nd sunset paddle to Landtern Town (15:00-18:00): EUR 34 per person (min. 2 people)
3. Easy paddle along the Cocopalm River (2 hours): EUR 31 per person (min. 2 people)
4. Cocopalm Forest to Craft Village (08.00-11.30): EUR 33 per person (min. 2 people)
5. Old Town to Mangrove Forest (08.45 -11.00): EUR 40 per person (min. 2 persons)
Included: transfer from/to hotel.
Half day tour to Cu Chi tunnels
If you would like to join this optional tour, we will book the morning flight Danang - Saigon for you.
This morning we drive from Ho Chi Minh City to the Cu Chi tunnels, about 80 km from Ho Chi Minh City (about 1.5 hours drive). The tunnel system, which was built during the war battles in southern Vietnam, reveals sobering insights into the devotion of the Vietcong, who lived almost completely underground in the narrow tunnels for up to 10 years!
(min. 2 people)
Included: Private transfer in AC vehicle, German-speaking guide, entrance fee.
Day 13
Saigon - the vibrant metropolis of Vietnam (B)
Today you will get to know the modern city of Saigon during a city tour:
Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral was built between 1863 and 1880 by French colonists. It is a famous Romanesque cathedral in South Vietnam. Notre Dame Cathedral is also located in the center of Paris Square in France.
Saigon Post Office is one of the oldest buildings in Ho Chi Minh City. It was built between 1886 and 1891 according to the design of Gustave Eiffel, a famous French architect, and has become the busiest post office in Vietnam. Here you can send postcards, buy stamps and books, exchange money, buy souvenirs and enjoy the elegant architecture. At first glance, visitors may feel like they are looking at an old train station from the 20th century in Europe.
The Reunification Palace (formerly known as the Independence Palace) has been remembered by many generations. It is the famous historic building that survived the two fierce wars against the French and Americans. Numerous paintings, weapons and other artifacts are on display in the basement beneath the palace
Ngoc Hoang Pagoda. Built in 1909 to honor the supreme Taoist god (the Jade Emperor or King of Heaven, Ngoc Hoang), this is one of the most atmospheric temples in Ho Chi Minh City, filled with statues of fantastical deities and grotesque heroes.
Visit an authentic Vietnamese market. These vendors sell a variety of products, such as seafood, vegetables, daily tools and clothing. In a real Vietnamese market you will find everything at affordable prices
Finish the tour in the afternoon, our guide will accompany you back to your hotel. Dinner on your own. Spend the night in Saigon.
Overnight stay in Saigon.
Included:
Transfer: air-conditioned vehicle.
Tour guide: German-speaking tour guide.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Entrance tickets: to all listed sights.
Other: mineral water in the vehicle.
Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon.
Meals included:
Breakfast
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Dinner on the Indochina Junk Cruise
On this extraordinary dinner cruise along the Mekong River, you will enjoy a first-class buffet with a great entertainment program. From the ship you have a magnificent view of the vibrant nightlife in Saigon and the unmistakable skyline - take your camera with you!
---Price: 46 EUR per person (min. 2 people) ---
"Dark City Tour" by Vespa (approx. 04 hours) - English guided
Part night walk - part Vespa tour with culinary delights. Experience Saigon's nightlife up close - all on a Vespa. You will have a drink in the Zoom Café, stop at various Vietnamese restaurants and some of the best cookshops in the city. You visit a nightclub with live music, where the new generation of Vietnamese show off their unique dancing style. Sitting behind the driver, you discover a completely different face of Vietnam and are right in the middle of the action.
Included: Vespa, driver, guide, food and drinks
Day 14
Day trip to the fertile Mekong Delta (B, M)
Tour duration: approx. 08:00 - 16:30
Ben Tre is a coastal province in the Mekong Delta in southern Vietnam, connected by a bridge to the bustling market town of My Tho. Ben Tre has been rewarded with some of the most breathtaking scenery in the Mekong Delta. Famous for its fruit plantations and coconut groves (Vietnamese call it the 'coconut island'), the province has proved equally fertile breeding ground for revolutionaries plotting first against the French and later against the Americans and was one of the areas occupied by the Viet Cong during the 1968 Tet Offensive.
Today you will take an excursion to the Mekong Delta. This region is the southernmost in Vietnam and is also known as the "breadbasket", as the rice for the whole country is grown here. You drive to Ben Tre and start your boat trip on the Mekong there.
You stop at a small farm and can sample delicious local fruit and tea. A rickshaw will take you to a nice restaurant for lunch. Continue by small boat on the narrow waterways back to Ben Tre and by transfer back to Saigon.
Overnight stay in Saigon.
Included:
Transfer: air-conditioned vehicle.
Tour guide: German-speaking tour guide.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Entrance tickets: to all listed sights.
Other: mineral water in the vehicle. Boat trip & rickshaw ride in Ben Tre.
Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon.
Meals included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Day 15
Flight to the tropical island of Phu Quoc (B)
Overnight stays on Phu Quoc.
Included:
Transfer: Airport transfer in Saigon & shuttle bus transfer Phu Quoc airport - beach hotel in Phu Quoc.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Others: Mineral water in the vehicle.
Accommodation: Hotel on Phu Quoc.
Flight: Saigon - Phu Quoc with local airline (economy class).
Meals included:
Breakfast
Day 16
Days 16-18: Relaxation on Phu Quoc (F)
Inclusive:
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel on Phu Quoc.
Meals included:
Breakfast
Day 19
Flight from Saigon to Siem Reap (B)
Arrival in Siem Reap and transfer to the hotel. Time at leisure and overnight stay in Siem Reap.
Included:
Transfer: Transfer in air-conditioned vehicle Mui Ne - Saigon airport & airport transfer in Siem Reap.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Tour guide: Pick up by German speaking tour guide in Siem Reap.
Other: Mineral water in the vehicle.
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap.
Flight: Saigon - Siem Reap with local airline (economy class).
Meals included:
Breakfast
Day 20
Exploring the temples of Angkor (F)
This morning we visit the legendary Angkor Wat. Inside the temple, the walls are covered with stone carvings and bas-reliefs depicting Hindu mythology and the wars waged by Suryavarman II during his reign. Angkor Wat is famous for the more than 2,000 Apsara dancers that adorn the temple.
Lunch at a local restaurant (own account).
In the afternoon we visit the ancient city of Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Great Khmer Empire under the reign of Jayavarman VII. This city is surrounded by an 8 m high wall that draws a perfect square. Enter the city through the old South Gate, an impressive stone gate with elephants and four giant faces. On each side of the entrance path, a row of 54 gods or demons hold the sacred Naga snake.
We continue to the famous Ta Prohm temple, which was built in the mid-12th to early 13th century. Ta Prohm is unique in that it has been left largely as it was found: overgrown with jungle trees and vines, with many parts of the temple razed to the ground.
The evening is at your leisure. For example, visit the local Pup Street, which has several bars, discos and restaurants.
Overnight stay in Siem Reap.
Included:
Transfer: air-conditioned vehicle.
Tour guide: German-speaking tour guide.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Entrance tickets: to all listed sights.
Other: mineral water in the vehicle.
Accommodation: hotel in Siem Reap.
Meals included:
Breakfast
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Balloon ride over the temple landscapes of Angkor
Enjoy an exciting balloon ride over the ruins of the temple complexes. From above you have an ideal view of the imposing temple area and the many rice fields and small villages in the surrounding area (except the main temple Angkor Wat).
Price:
Standard: 23 EUR per person (approx. 10-15 minutes - ascending balloon)
Premium: 115 EUR per person (approx. 30-45 minutes) - Operates: December to March
*** From a body weight of 110 kg, double the price is charged.
*** Not available for travellers over 70 years of age or with health restrictions.
Day 21
The "Women's Temple" Bantey Srey, village encounters and monk blessing (F)
This morning we drive to a suburb of Siem Reap and visit the "jewel" of the Angkor region, the beautiful temple of Banteay Srey. The so-called "Citadel of Women" is the best preserved temple in Cambodia to this day. It displays some of the finest examples of classical Khmer art, as this small temple is known for its truly remarkable fine bas-reliefs. Banteay Srey is unique in that it is built of pink sandstone, which is not seen anywhere else in Angkor.
Lunch at a local restaurant (own account).
In the afternoon you will be taken on a drive through the lush countryside to a local village, a beautiful little farming village where life revolves around the seasons and family, about 15 minutes outside Siem Reap. Here you will be taken on a tour of the village and the local community, learning about their simple way of life, meeting locals and probably wanting to chat with them or help grow vegetables in the gardens. You will be greeted by children who will say hello to you. The village guide will explain Cambodian daily life, cultures and superstitions. Then we also stop at a local pagoda for an intimate monk's blessing (water blessing) and wish you good health and a safe journey - a very special experience!
This is a wonderful village tour that offers many photo opportunities and local experiences. Enjoy seasonal fruits and fresh coconut juice at a homestay before we say goodbye.
*** Note: Today we recommend you have appropriate clothing if you wish to attend the monk blessing at the local temple.
We end the day with a beautiful view of the sunset from the Sra Srang water reservoir. Once the sun has set, we drive back to the city. In the evening you have time for yourself.
Overnight stay in Siem Reap.
Included:
Transfer: air-conditioned vehicle.
Tour guide: German-speaking tour guide.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Entrance tickets: to all listed sights.
Other: mineral water in the vehicle. Monk blessing and seasonal fruits in the local village.
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap.
Meals included:
Breakfast
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Dinner with a traditional Apsara dance show at the Angkor Village Theater
End the eventful day with a delicious meal and relaxed entertainment. Sit back and enjoy the impressive ambience of the Angkor Village Apsara Theater as dancers, singers and musicians bring the ancient Khmer culture back to life while you enjoy the delicacies of Cambodian cuisine.
Day 22
Boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake (Kampong Phluk) (F)
This morning, you will take an interesting boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake (Kampong Phluk area), where you will have the opportunity to learn about life on the lake. Tonle Sap is Southeast Asia's largest freshwater lake, which varies greatly in size depending on the season, as it swells to about four times its size during the rainy season.
Hop on a local boat and visit Kampong Phluck, a village where you will see houses on stilts that are submerged when the lake's water level swells. On the way, you will pass floating houses and impressive flooded forests that depict life on the water.
*** Please note: In the dry season, it is possible that the visit to Kampong Phluk will be replaced by a visit to Chong Knea, another part of the Tonle Sap.
Return to the hotel with a stopover for a foot massage.
The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay in Siem Reap.
Included:
Transfer: private, air-conditioned vehicle.
Tour guide: German-speaking tour guide.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Entrance tickets: to all listed sights.
Other: mineral water in the vehicle. Boat trip on the Tonle Sap Lake. Foot massage.
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap.
Meals included:
Breakfast
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Gourmet tour by Vespa after dark: (18:00-22:30) - English guided
The hustle and bustle of street vendors, dishes, fruits, sights, flavors and sounds blend into a single Cambodian experience. In the most unlikely corners of the city and exclusively among local clientele, the true Khmer cuisine can be found. For example, try the Cambodian rice wine infused with local herbs. To complete this experience, you will receive information about the importance of the cuisine for the locals during the tour. The tour price includes all food and drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) at all stops. You can enjoy your gourmet tour without worries as each guest will be seated behind one of our conscientious drivers on the Vespa. Pick-up at 18:00 and return to the hotel around 22:30 are included.
Includes: Vespa, driver, English speaking guide, food and drinks
Phare Circus show
Phare was founded by refugees of the Khmer Rouge era and promotes performing arts as a means of coping with trauma. Over the years, they have not only helped hundreds of Cambodians, but also helped to promote traditional Khmer culture.
Price: 50 EUR
Includes: Transfer, show ticket section A.
Day 23
Transfer to the airport and return flight (F)
Afterwards, transfer to the airport for your return or onward flight.
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Transfer: Airport transfer in Siem Reap in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel
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Breakfast
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Exploring rural life by Vespa (08:00-14:00) - English guided
You are invited to start your tour in the shadow of Angkor Wat, the place where the founder of Vespa Tours grew up. This personalized scooter excursion is all about getting closer to true Cambodian rural life. Interact with locals who gather and process surprising resources for their daily livelihood. You'll get an introduction to the Khmer spiritual world and a truly extraordinary excursion to the remnants of the Khmer empire and its ongoing restorations, and possibly a glimpse into its future. Lunch at a picnic spot will give you an insight into what resting in the countryside is really all about. Start at 08:00, end approx. 14:00. Return trip to the hotel included.
Included: Vespa, driver, English-speaking tour guide, food and drinks
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All hotel nights incl. breakfast (F) Hotel check-out: until 12:00 noon
Junk package incl. welcome drink, overnight stay on the junk, one breakfast, one lunch, one dinner and one brunch (seafood)flights
Domestic flights Luang Prabang - Hanoi - Hue, Da Nang - Saigon - Siem Reap (Economy Class, 7-10 kg hand baggage and 20-23 kg checked baggage).
Domestic flights: Saigon-Phu Quoc - Saigon (variant B only) (Economy Class, 7-10 kg hand baggage and 20-23 kg checked baggage).guide
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Hotel check-in: from 14:00
2 bottles of mineral water (500 ml) per excursion day free of chargeAll sightseeing according to the tour itinerary incl. entrance fees.High season surchargesOnly with "flight included" option: International flights with Vietnam Airlines or equivalent from Frankfurt in economy class
2nd class train to flight incl. ICE use: on requestVisa to Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia.Personal expenses, tips and gratuities.Optional tours and optional hotels/rooms.Travel insurance (can be booked directly on our website)transport
All transfers in private, air-conditioned vehicles
Boat trips in Luang Prabang, Hue, Mekong Delta and Tonle Sap Lake.Rickshaw ride and water puppet theater in Hanoi.Good to know
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Which payment options are available?
We accept credit cards, bank transfers and other popular payment methods.
Can I change or cancel my reservation?
Yes, changes or cancellations are possible, however penalties may apply depending on the time before the tour starts.
What documents are required to participate in the tour?
You will need a passport with a valid visa (if required) to visit countries along the tour route.
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