Classic Cambodia & Vietnam

20 Days | From Vietnam to Cambodia, discover incredible diversity, delectable cuisines, dramatic histories and natural beauty.

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From Vietnam to Cambodia, discover incredible diversity, delectable cuisines, dramatic histories and natural beauty. Travel to Cambodia and delve into the dramatic Khmer legacy in Phnom Penh and explore the intricate temples of Angkor Wat. Travel to Vietnam and view the country's colourful history on the busy streets of Ho Chi Minh City, and explore the architecture of Hanoi. This trip offers places of breathtaking beauty, from the backwaters of the Mekong Delta, to the temples of Cambodia and the wonder of Halong Bay. Add a mix of friendly locals and age-old traditions to ensure the ultimate South East Asian experience.

Trip overview

Map of Classic Cambodia & Vietnam including Cambodia and Vietnam
Start
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Finish
Hanoi, Vietnam
Theme
Explorer
Destinations
Vietnam, Cambodia
Physical rating
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Style
Comfort
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1 - Max 12
Trip code
TKKHC
This trip generates 89 kg of CO2-e per person per day.
We offset these emissions on your behalf. But we know that is not enough, so we also have a carbon reduction target.

Why you'll love this trip
  • Explore the amazing Angkor archaeological complex in depth with your included three-day pass, so as well as guided tours, you have the option to return and explore at your own pace.
  • Be treated to an overnight stay on a traditional junk sailing boat in Halong Bay – wake up and feel like you’re still in a dream, surrounded by the incredible limestone karsts and turquoise waters of this magical place.
  • You’ll take a culinary journey to discover the mouth-watering, achingly fresh delights of Vietnam. From slurping traditional Bun Bo Hue, to digging into a vegetarian feast at a local nunnery, to enjoying a home-cooked lunch with locals in Ninh Binh – your tastebuds won’t be the same again.
  • Be welcomed into a Cambodian village for a tour of their agricultural surroundings and enjoy sunset drinks with a local family in their stilt house.
  • Visit Save Vietnam Wildlife, an Intrepid Foundation supported NGO focusing on the rescue, rehabilitation and release of Vietnam's endangered wildlife.

Is this trip right for you?
  • The stories and history shared at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek are confronting and many travellers will find them upsetting. This is an important part of Cambodia's recent history that we feel is important for travellers to know. If you would prefer not to join these activities your leader can recommend some optional alternatives. Some further information on visiting the Killing Fields of Choeung Ekcan be found here: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/adventures/importance-visiting-cambodia-killing-fields/
  • You will visit a number of temples on this trip, and this requires a level of modesty. Be sure to bring clothes that cover the arms and pants or skirts that go past the knees. A light scarf is also a good idea for covering shoulders and arms when it's hot.
  • While the pace is generally easy, there is some walking involved on this trip, with walking tours in the downtown areas of each city, as well as a walk in the caves at Halong Bay.
  • At the guesthouse in the Mekong Delta, we stay in simpler accommodation than other destinations on the trip. Amenities are shared and may have cold water only.
  • Lunar New Year is an annual festival that runs for several days. This is a fascinating and rewarding time to see the country, however you do need to be prepared for some businesses to be closed, tourist sites to be very busy and for transport to be packed as many locals are travelling around the country. Please consider this when selecting your travel dates. You'll find dates and further information in the "Climate and seasonal information" section of the Essential Trip Information.
  • Depending on where you come from, the weather in Vietnam might be hotter and more humid than what you are used to. We recommend checking online for what the typical temperatures will be at the time of the year you are looking to travel to see what to expect - this page might be useful: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/vietnam/weather-in-vietnam

Itinerary

This itinerary is valid for departures from 01 January 2025 to 31 December 2025.

View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2024 - 31 December 2024

Map of Classic Cambodia & Vietnam including Cambodia and Vietnam

Inclusions

Meals

18 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 6 dinners

Transport

Boat, Plane, Private vehicle, Taxi

Accommodation

Guesthouse (1 night), Hotel (17 nights), Overnight boat (1 night)

Activities
  • Complimentary Arrival Transfer
  • Phnom Penh - Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21)
  • Phnom Penh - The Killing Fields of Choeung Ek
  • Phnom Penh - Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda
  • Siem Reap - Leader-led orientation walk
  • Siem Reap - Santuk Silkfarm visit
  • Siem Reap - Lunch prepared by women weavers at the silkfarm
  • Siem Reap - Lunch at Sala Bai
  • Siem Reap - Angkor Temples Guided Tour
  • Siem Reap - Temple Blessing
  • Siem Reap - 1 day Angkor pass
  • Kampong Phluck - Visit to kampong Phluck lakeside village
  • Siem Reap - Countryside village walk & sunset drink
  • Siem Reap - Farewell Dinner
  • Ho Chi Minh City - Welcome Dinner
  • Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Ho Chi Minh City - War Remnants Museum
  • Mekong Delta - Boat cruise with visits to local producers
  • Mekong Delta - Home-cooked lunch
  • Hoi An - Old Town walking tour
  • Hue - Imperial City entrance and guided visit
  • Hue - Royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc
  • Hue - Thien Mu Pagoda
  • Hue - Vegetarian lunch at a Buddhist nunnery
  • Hanoi - KOTO lunch
  • Hanoi - One Pillar Pagoda & HCM stilt house
  • Hanoi - Temple of Literature
  • Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu
  • Ninh Binh - Home Cooked Lunch
  • Cuc Phuong National Park - Save Vietnam's Wildlife visit
  • Ninh Binh - Thung Nham Ecotourism Zone
  • Halong Bay - Overnight Boat Cruise
  • Hanoi - Old Quarter Tour
  • Hanoi - Local water puppet performance
Add on activities
  • Phnom Penh - Wat Phnom - USD2
  • Phnom Penh - Mekong Sunset - Free
  • Phnom Penh - National Museum - USD10
  • Siem Reap - Phare Circus Ticket - USD18
  • Siem Reap - Sunrise at Angkor Wat temple - Free
  • Siem Reap - Khmer traditional massage - USD17
  • Siem Reap - Landmine Museum - USD5
  • Siem Reap - Angkor Zipline (from) - USD54
  • Hoi An - Food Adventure Urban Adventure - USD44
  • Hoi An - Private Hoi An: Boat & Bike with Local Dinner Experience Urban Adventure - USD85
  • Hoi An - Private Hoi An: My Son Discovery - USD77
  • Ninh Binh - Visit to Mua Cave - VND100000
  • Halong Bay - Kayaking Tour - VND250000
  • Hanoi - Fine Arts Museum - VND30000
  • Hanoi - Hoa Lo 'Hanoi Hilton' Prison - VND50000
  • Hanoi - Museum of Ethnology - VND40000
  • Hanoi - Street Food Experience Urban Adventure - USD40

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Important notes

1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 8 (Guesthouse) and Day 18 (Boat) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
3. Please provide your full name exactly as per passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport) for sightseeing tickets. Fees may apply for adding or amending details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing new tickets.
4. This trip includes domestic and international flights as indicated on the trip map. The luggage allowance is 20kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on.

Essential Trip Information

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Reviews

4.9 out of 5 based on 17 reviews submitted.
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William · Traveled August 2024
We had a very relax and enjoyable 3 weeks of well informed trip
Review submitted 03 Sep 2024

William · Traveled June 2024
Highly recommend to people who don't won't the hassle of organising the journey. As Intrepid done a great job of this, along with seeing all the must see attractions, with an amazing leader who shares the history/ knowledge needed to make the attractions more then an attraction. Meeting new people in the group was amazing as well and did I mention the great/ amazing/ caring leads we had lol
Review submitted 27 Jun 2024

Brigid · Traveled June 2024
The Classic Cambodia & Vietnam trip was amazing. I throughly enjoyed the tour leaders. They were both passionate about their countries. Their local knowledge was brilliant and they both shared relevant stories to their own lives to give greater understanding to the history, culture and traditions of their countries. They were always available, recommended activities and where to eat in our free time. They would join us in their down time for dinners & take us around pointing out sights etc. The activities and additional activities were awesome and of course informative. I love food and eating the local food, visiting local homes and the street food tours - I just couldn't get enough. I would throughly recommend this trip and Intrepid to anyone who was looking at doing a group tour.
Review submitted 24 Jun 2024

Willie · Traveled June 2024
Wife and I booked this intrepid for the Cambodian history/ temple sites and food experience. These expectations were hugely achieved and became more then this as amazing friendships were created as well.
Review submitted 10 Jun 2024

Tracey · Traveled June 2024
Highly recommend to all
Review submitted 10 Jun 2024
Classic Cambodia & Vietnam
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