Itinerary
Ho Chi Minh (3N) > Phnom Penh (2N) > Siem Reap (2N)
Welcome to Vietnam! Upon arrival, you’ll be driven to the hotel for check in. Spend the rest of your day at leisure, immersing yourself in the local culture. Explore Ben Thanh Market, a bustling 150-year-old landmark with over 1,500 stalls offering everything from fresh produce to handicrafts and delicious street food. Then, visit Nguyen Hue Walking Street, lined with lively cafés and boutiques, where you can enjoy street performances. Head back to the hotel for a night stay.
Begin with a visit to Ho Chi Minh City’s most famous landmarks: the War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace, and Saigon Central Post Office, all rich in history. Later, explore the Cu Chi Tunnels, an intricate 250 km-long underground network used by Viet Cong soldiers during the Vietnam War. Crawl through narrow passageways and learn about the resilience of the Vietnamese fighters. End the day with a transfer back to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City for an overnight stay.
Set off on a full-day tour of the Mekong Delta, often called Vietnam's "Rice Bowl." Cruise along narrow waterways to visit lush fruit orchards, traditional stilt houses, and local villages. Explore Vinh Trang Pagoda, a 19th-century Buddhist temple blending Vietnamese, Khmer, and Chinese architectural styles. Experience the vibrant local culture before heading back to Ho Chi Minh City for a relaxing evening at your hotel.
After breakfast, check out and take a scenic drive to Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s bustling capital. On arrival, check in and unwind at your hotel. Spend the rest of the day exploring at your own pace. Stroll along Sisowath Quay, a lively riverside filled with cafes or visit the peaceful Ounalom Monastery, home to Cambodia’s Buddhist patriarch. End your day with a relaxing evening by the Tonle Sap River before returning to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Begin with a visit to the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, showcasing Cambodia's regal splendour. Marvel at the Silver Pagoda’s floor, covered with 5,000 silver tiles. Next, visit Wat Phnom, where Phnom Penh’s history began. In the afternoon, visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek for a moving insight into Cambodia’s tragic past. After this emotionally moving day, get driven back to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Check out of your Phnom Penh hotel and travel to Siem Reap. Upon arrival, enjoy a tranquil boat ride on Tonle Sap Lake, Southeast Asia’s largest freshwater lake, and witness life on the water as you pass floating villages. Visit Chong Khneas, a village where houses float on bamboo rafts, and discover how the community adapts to the lake’s seasonal changes. Conclude your day by getting transferred to your Siem Reap hotel for an overnight stay.
Spend the day exploring the stunning temples of the Angkor complex, starting with the iconic Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world. Visit Bayon Temple, famous for its 200 smiling stone faces, and explore the Leper King Terrace. Continue your journey to Thommanon, Chau Say Tevoda, and the Royal Enclosure of Angkor Thom, once home to Khmer kings. After a day immersed in history, return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Siem Reap.
After a week of incredible discoveries, check out of your hotel and get transferred to Siem Reap International Airport for your departure. Your enriching Vietnam and Cambodia package from Kolkata concludes here with memories of iconic landmarks, historical sites, and vibrant cultures that will last a lifetime. Safe travels!