This twelve-day journey offers an immersive look at two of Southeast Asia’s most captivating countries – Vietnam and Cambodia.
12 days
|From $4,095 pp
This twelve-day journey offers an immersive look at two of Southeast Asia’s most captivating countries – Vietnam and Cambodia.
You will discover the quiet charm of Hanoi, Halong Bay’s iconic limestone peaks and the golden temples of Angkor. Along the way, you’ll explore lively cities, peaceful coastlines, and ancient landmarks that reveal the spirit and history of this remarkable region.
Explore each destination at an unhurried pace, connecting with local culture through private guides, personal encounters, and curated experiences. Cruise through emerald bays, wander centuries-old towns, and stand in quiet awe before Angkor’s stone towers at sunrise.
Arrive in Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital of charm and contrasts. A private transfer takes you to the Sofitel Legend Metropole, a landmark of colonial architecture. Unwind after your journey or enjoy a cocktail in the historic Bamboo Bar before a welcome dinner at Home Hanoi, where traditional dishes meet contemporary flair.
The next day, explore the city’s cultural heart. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Temple of Literature, and sip Hanoi’s signature egg coffee in a tucked-away café. Glide through the Old Quarter by cyclo, passing market stalls and artisans at work. In the evening, enjoy a private water puppet performance, a centuries-old art form born from northern Vietnam’s rice paddies, followed by rooftop sundowners back at your hotel.
Travel east to Halong Bay, where thousands of limestone islands rise from tranquil jade waters. Board the Paradise Elegance Cruise, a boutique vessel offering panoramic decks, elegant cabins, and gourmet Vietnamese cuisine. Kayak through hidden lagoons, relax on the sundeck, and dine beneath a canopy of stars.
Wake to a soft sunrise and join a tai chi session on deck before breakfast with a view. After disembarkation, fly south to Da Nang and continue by private transfer to Hoi An, checking into the Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai – an oceanfront sanctuary of infinity pools, tropical gardens, and lantern-lit serenity.
Discover Hoi An Ancient Town, where Japanese bridges, Chinese merchant houses, and French façades tell the story of a trading port shaped by centuries of global influence. Wander narrow streets lined with tailor shops and art galleries before venturing into the countryside for a hands-on cooking class on an organic farm.
The following day is yours to design. Unwind with a spa treatment, enjoy a private yoga or sound bowl session, or set sail on a private charter to the Cham Islands for snorkelling and a picnic on a secluded beach. Back at the resort, the evening glow of paper lanterns reflects across the water – the perfect close to your time in central Vietnam.
Fly to Ho Chi Minh City, where old Saigon’s colonial past is felt in the city’s gorgeous architecture. Check into The Reverie Saigon, a glamorous city-centre hotel, before exploring the Notre-Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, and Opera House. Stop for coffee at a local favourite before returning to the hotel to unwind or dine at Café Cardinal.
The next day, journey into the Mekong Delta. Cruise by sampan through coconut groves and floating markets, stopping at riverside workshops that produce rice paper and coconut candy. A picnic lunch beside a lotus pond completes a day steeped in the region’s rhythm and warmth. Return to Saigon for a final night in the city, perhaps with cocktails at The Deck or a rooftop dinner overlooking the skyline.
Fly to Siem Reap, where Cambodia’s spiritual heart awaits. Settle into Zannier Hotels Phum Baitang, a gorgeous retreat of stilted villas surrounded by rice paddies. Begin your temple exploration with a private sunrise tour of Angkor Wat, followed by visits to Ta Prohm and Bayon, each revealing a different chapter of the Khmer Empire.
Spend the following day venturing into the countryside, meeting locals and learning traditional crafts such as basket weaving or noodle making. This is Cambodia beyond the temples – a glimpse into daily life, rich in warmth and pride. Return to the resort for a herbal steam bath or evening cocktail, then enjoy a private Apsara dance performance and farewell dinner beneath the stars.
After a leisurely breakfast, take a final walk through Phum Baitang’s gardens before your private transfer to the airport. As your journey ends, you’ll leave with lasting memories of these magical countries.
Watch the sun rise over Angkor Wat's reflecting ponds, with the temple's spires catching the first light of the morning.
Cruise the Mekong River in Phnom Penh at sunset, drifting past the riverfront skyline in a private boat.
Cruise Tonlé Sap at sunset in a private boat, passing floating villages before the sun sets over Cambodia's largest lake.
Take a private water blessing from monks at a countryside pagoda near Siem Reap, an ancient Cambodian ritual of chanting and blessed water.
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