THE ITINERARY:
DAY 1: MANILA
Early check-in
DAY 2: MANILA – SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA ARRIVAL (Nil)
On arrival, be welcomed by the tour guide and transfer to hotel.
Breakfast at hotel
Visit the antique capital of Angkor Thom (12 century): the South Gate with its huge statues depicting the churning of the ocean of milk, the Bayon Temple, unique for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara, the Phimeanakas, the Royal Enclosure, the Elephants Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. Lunch not included
Visit to the most famous of all the temples on the plain of Angkor: Angkor Wat. The temple complex covers 81 hectares and is comparable in size to the Imperial Palace in Beijing. Its distinctive five towers are emblazoned on the Cambodian flag and the 12th century masterpiece is considered by art historians to be the prime example of classical Khmer art and architecture. Continue to visit Ta Prohm, one of the area’s most beautiful temples; Ta Prohm has been relatively untouched since it was discovered and retains much of its mystery.
Dinner not included and night at hotel
Overnight: Siem Reap
Meals: No
DAY 3: SIEM REAP – CITY TOURS (B)
Breakfast at hotel
We will enjoy a boat ride on the Tonle Sap Lake at KAMPONG PHLUK VILLAGE. This is the largest permanent fresh-water lake in South East Asia and flows into Tonle Sap River, joining the Mekong in Phnom Penh. We will see a fishermen’s “floating village” with floating schools, floating police station, etc. It is same as a big village floating on the lake, and the “village” move from place to place following water levels and current. Lunch not included
In the afternoon, spend a few hours exploring the Cambodia Cultural Village. The kids see the various types of traditional housing, the wax museum, the miniatures and seeing the artisans carving. There are plenty of traditional shows to watch and there is a restaurant on site. In the late afternoon, enjoy Phare Circus (seat-B); simply amazing! Not only is this amazing show that is very well put together but all proceeds from the tickets are reinvested in helping local young people to train and develop their skills. The shows reflect the local culture and are very entertaining. After the show you can meet the acrobats and have your photo taken with them!
Dinner not included and night at hotel
Overnight: Siem Reap
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 4: SIEM REAP – CITY TOURS (B/D)
Breakfast at hotel
In the morning, visit West Baray, when you look into it, is arguably much cooler. The West Baray is an enormous reservoir that was most likely constructed during the 11th century. At 8,000 meters long and 2,100 meters wide, it is equivalent in size to more than 2,000 football pitches, and was built by hand. Continue our visit tothe Puok Silk Farm with your family and you can see how silk is made. Your kids can hold a silk worm and see the silk being extracted. After watch the silk being dyed the bright colors and then woven into a beautiful fabric. Lunch not included
In the afternoon, we will visit to Angkor National Museum, a state-of-the-art showpiece onthe Khmer civilisation and the majesty of Angkor. Displays are themed by era, religion and royalty as visitors move through the impressive galleries. After a short presentation, visitors enter the Zen-like ‘Gallery of a Thousand Buddhas’, which has a fine collection of images. Other exhibits include the pre-Angkorian periods of Funan and Chenla; the great Khmer kings; Angkor Wat; Angkor Thom; and the inscriptions. Continue to visit Visit to Les Artisans D’ Angkor, home of handicraft center. This evening enjoy dinner with Apsara Dance show at local restaurant. After the show you can meet the acrobats and have your photo taken with them!
Overnight at hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5: SIEM REAP – KULEN WATERFAL (B/L)
Breakfast at hotel
Visit to Phnom Kulen is generally held to be the birthplace of the great Khmer empire that dominated Southeast Asia for five centuries. The Kulen National Park contains many sites of natural and historical interest. A magnificent waterfall dominates the forest terrain. In the nearby River of 1000 Lingas, thousands of linga stands remain submerged in the water. The cult of worshipping these phallic representations of the god Shiva was established by Jayavarman II and continued through the reigns of innumerable Angkorian kings. A short walk from the waterfall is WatPreahAng Thom, a functioning Wat that contains one of the largest Buddha statues in the country. The statue is housed atop a massive boulder and is accessible via a long flight of steps. A viewing platform at the top affords sweeping views of the surrounding jungle and hillsides. Picnic Lunch.
Late afternoon, return to town and enjoy 15min cable balloon for sunset.
Dinner not included
Overnight at hotel
DAY 6: SIEM REAP – HANOI (B)
After breakfast at hotel, free & easy until transfer to bus station for departure to Hanoi.
Overnight at May De Ville, in Hanoi, Vietnam.
DAY 7: HA NOI – HA LONG – ATHENA CRUISE – BAI TU LONG BAY – KAYAKING
– VUNG VIENG FISHING VILLAGE (B/L/D)
12:00 Arrive in Hon Gai pier and boarding operations
12:45 The Cruise Manager will give a welcome speech with all the cruise information and Safety instructions.
13: 15 Enjoy the lunch with the best products of the Bay.
14.45 Visit the Vung Vieng oating shing village by kayaking
15.30-16.30 If you want to relax on the boat instead of participating in other activities feel free to use our sauna for no extra cost.
17:00 -18:30 Happy Hour: buy 01 get 01 free
17:30 The Cooking Demonstration is waiting for you to discover the secrets of Vietnamese Cuisine.
19:00 Enjoy set menu dinner on board
21:00 Join the Squid Fishing activity. Free time on the boat.
The bar is open late to serve you.
Overnight: Athena Luxury Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8: BAI TU LONG BAY – THIEN CANH SON CAVE – HA NOI (Brunch)
06:30 Practice one of the oldest traditions of East Asia: Tai Chi- Abeautiful and relaxing experience on the open deck. Tea and coee are served.
07:00 Light breakfast is served.
07:30 Explore Thien Canh Son cave in Ha Long Bay. Witness its beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. Note: there are about 200 stepsto get up to the cave.
09:00 Check out time. Please put your luggage outside the cabin and the key at the reception desk. Our sta will transfer your luggage into our lounge for you. Bill settlement at the reception desk.
09:30 Brunch is served at the restaurant on the 2nd deck.
10:45 The boat arrives to the pier. In Vietnam we never say “Goodbye” we always say “See you again”
Overnight: May De Ville, Hanoi
Meals: Brunch
DAY 9: HANOI – DEPARTURE (B)
Breakfast at hotel, free and easy until transfer to Noi Bai International for come back home.
| GROUP | PRICE (USD/PAX) |
| 2 pax | 1460 |
Hotels for Package
Siem Reap: Tara Angkor Hotel or Similar
Hanoi: May De Ville or Similar
INCLUSION:
- Accommodation as in itinerary hotel in Triple share with daily breakfast
- All airport transfers
- English speaking local guides (spot guides)
- Meals as mentioned in local restaurants with B: Breakfast, L: Lunch and D: Dinner
- Entrance fees for mentioned visits
- Private Angkor Temples tour
- 2D1N Ha Long Tour
- Flight ticket from Siem Reap to Hanoi (The rate will change when it depend on the flight status).
EXCLUSION:
- International airfare to and from Vietnam
- Travel insurance
- Beverage for all meals
- Personal expenses as telephone, laundry, etc.
- Others are not indicated in the above inclusion
- TIP for driver and guide 5 USD/PAX/DAY
