Heritages of Vietnam & Cambodia

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival.
Day 2: Hanoi City Tour.
Day 3: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Overnight on the cruise.
Day 4: Halong Bay – Hanoi – Fly to Danang – Hoian.
Day 5: Hoian Walking Tour – Boat Trip.
Day 6: Hoian – Danang – Fly to Siem Reap.
Day 7: Siem Reap – Angkor Temples.
Day 8: Siem Reap – Floating Village – Departure.

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival.
Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam’s bustling colonial capital. Your driver and guide will meet you outside the baggage claim of Noi Bai Airport and take you to your hotel in the city center. In the afternoon, enjoy an orientation walk, visiting Hanoi’s main attractions: the Opera House, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple. In the evening, savor a welcome dinner of authentic Vietnamese food at one of Hanoi’s finest restaurants.
Meals: Dinner.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi.

Day 2: Hanoi City Tour.
Today you have a full day to explore Vietnam’s charming capital. With its wide tree-lined boulevards, French colonial architecture, peaceful lakes and ancient oriental pagodas, Hanoi is an eclectic mix that offers something for everyone. Your city tour will take you to Hanoi’s key sites: the Ho Chi Minh Complex (Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum and stilt house), the nearby One Pillar Pagoda; the Presidential Palace; the Temple of Literature; the Quan Thanh Temple, the sedate Tran Quoc Pagoda & West Lake; and one of the city's museums (a choice between the History Museum and the Ethnology Museum). In the evening enjoy a traditional Water Puppet Performance – a unique Vietnamese Art form hailing from Southeast Asia’s wet-rice culture.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi.

Day 3: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Overnight on the cruise.
Halong Pelican Luxury Cruise’s itinerary will take you for a discovery of Halong Bay’s best of different formulas to take you each for a ride amidst the magic archipelago; and depending on the length of the cruise, you’ll enjoy a global overview of different wonders that this UNESCO World Heritage site has to offer.
After breakfast at hotel, your driver will take you on a drive to the UNESCO World Heritage Site: Halong Bay.
12:00 – 12:30 Check in Pelican Luxury café (Tuan Chau Island).
12:30 – 13:00 Transfer to Pelican Luxury Cruise by tender.
13:00 – 13:30 Welcome on boat, enjoy welcome drink and follow Operation Manager briefing safety on boat as Pelican Luxury Cruise heads to “Cho Da” Stone Dog, Ga Choi "Fighting Cock", Hoa Cuong village.
13:30 – 15:00 Having lunch.
16:00 – 17:15 Visit Bat cave by:
- The 1st option: Kayaking (included).
- The 2nd option: Visit Bat cave by bamboo boat (included).
17:15 – 18:15 Back to the Pelican Luxury Cruise to find safety place for overnight. Free time on cruise.
Option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu).
18:00 – 19:00 Cooking demonstrations on sundeck, Happy Hour (buy one drink, get one free).
19:30 – 21:30 Having dinner.
21:30 – 23:00 Entertainment activities:
- The 1st option: Join squid fishing, film entertainment (included).
- The 2nd option: Massage service available. Please book with Cruise Manager directly (please see massage menu).
23:00 Overnight on Pelican Luxury Cruise.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accommodation: on cruise.
Day 4: Halong Bay – Hanoi – Fly to Danang – Hoian.
06:15 – 06:45 Tai Chi instruction on sundeck.
07:00 – 07:45     Having breakfast.
07:45 – 08:45 Exploring Surprise cave (about 60 minute on foot)
09:00 – 09:30 Check out, payment in reception area.
9: 30 – 11:00     Having light lunch.
11:30 Back to Tuan Chau pier. Transfer by tender to Pelican Luxury & Image Halong cruises café. End of the trip.
Your driver will meet you at the dock and take you to Noi Bai Airport of Hanoi for your in-country flight to Danang. Upon arrival, your guide and driver will meet you and take you to your hotel in Hoian.
Meals: Brunch.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoian.
Day 5: Hoian Walking Tour – Boat Trip.
Immerse yourself in the tranquility and charm of this sleepy riverside town. From the 16th to 18th centuries Hoian was a thriving international port frequented by Chinese, Dutch, French, Japanese, Portuguese and Arab traders, who came to trade in the high quality silk still produced in the region. Today, Hoian is a relaxing resort popular with tourists for its eclectic architecture, skilled tailors and numerous cafes. Take a half-day walking tour through the narrow winding streets of the ancient town centre, visiting Chua Ong Pagoda, the Chinese Assembly Hall, the 200-year old Tan Ky ancestral house and the famous Japanese Bridge. After lunch, take a short boat trip to a nearby island and visit a handicraft village specializing in ceramics. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon and enjoy a free evening at your leisure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoian.

Day 6: Hoian – Danang – Fly to Siem Reap.
This morning you are at leisure on beach or go shopping on your own interest. In the early afternoon, drive to the airport for your flight to Siem Reap. Welcome to the provincial capital and gateway to the ancient Angkor temples! Designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the Angkor Archaeological Park encompasses dozens of temple ruins including Bayon, Banteay Srei and the legendary Angkor Wat. Your guide will meet you at the airport and take you to hotel in the central of Siem Reap, then enjoy the evening at your leisure. We recommend a short walk to Siem Reap’s downtown night market.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap.

Day 7: Siem Reap – Angkor Temples.
Enjoy an entire day dedicated to discovering the mysterious Angkor temples. Wake before dawn and take a “tuk-tuk” ride to visit the magnificent Angkor Wat - the largest Khmer temple and finest example of Angkorian art and architecture. Return to your hotel for breakfast then set back out on the tour to visit the jungle-entwined temple, Ta Prohm. From there you will proceed to Angkor Thom’s imposing South Gate, topped with the four serenely smiling faces of Avalokiteshvara. Next, visit Bayon Temple, the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap.
Day 8: Siem Reap – Floating Village – Departure.
Today visit Cambodia’s largest fresh-water reservoir, Tonle Sap Lake. Start with breakfast then head to the dock where you will take a traditional wooden boat on a tour along the lake to visit the local floating village. Return to Siem Reap and explore the Psar Chass, also known as the “Old Market”. Enjoy your time shopping before driving to the airport to catch your departure flight home.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: N/A.