Essential Hong Kong, Vietnam and Cambodia

Upon arrival to Hong Kong Airport, our representative will transfer you to your boutique hotel for refreshment.

Your afternoon visit of the city takes you for a ride on the iconic Star Ferry, across Victoria Harbor to Kowloon. Here we will visit Wong Tai Sin Temple, the home to three leading Chinese religions, Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism.

Afterward, wander along Temple Street, and perhaps hear predictions about your future from the many fortune tellers in the area.  Traditional pawnshops hidden away in old buildings can still be found amongst the skyscrapers and shopping centers in Sham Shui Po before discovering the delicious street food and night markets in Mong Kok.

Meals: No meals

Accommodation: The Royal Pacific Hotel & Towers

Start your morning right with a tram-ride to arguably the best city view in the world, Victoria Peak. Take in the views overlooking the Hong Kong Island, Victoria Harbor and Kowloon and walk around the peak to enjoy Hong Kong’s natural scenery before enjoying lunch with a panoramic view.

Once lunch is finished, take a 30-minute ride to Hong Kong’s jungle terrain in the New Territories. Upon arrival in Sha Tin, visit the Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery. Climb the 431 steps to the top and be greeted by a 9-storey red and gold pagoda containing 13,000 gold and black Buddhas.

Grab a bite to eat and sip a cocktail in the ubiquitous nightlife areas of Lan Kwai Fong and Soho. The city is very safe and has an abundance of public and private transportation options to help you get back to your hotel safely.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: The Royal Pacific Hotel & Towers

On your last day in Hong Kong, browse one of the best collections of Chinese Art in the world, located in the Hong Kong Museum of Art. The carefully curated collections vary from painting and calligraphy to antiques and themed exhibitions.

Transfer to the Hong Kong Airport for your international flight to the buzzing capital of Vietnam, Hanoi. Transfer to your boutique hotel in the center of the city and rest after a busy day.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Peridot Grand Hotel & Spa

Start your morning by diving into the history of Hanoi by visiting Vietnam’s first university, Quoc Tu Giam, otherwise known as the Temple of Literature. Afterwards, visit the iconic one pillar pagoda and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, a monument and tribute to Ho Chi Minh, the “uncle” of modern Vietnam, as well as his preserved stilt house and a small museum dedicated to his life. The mausoleum is closed every October and November, as well as every Monday and Friday throughout the year.

After lunch immerse yourself in the sights and sounds around Hoan Kiem Lake by visiting Ngọc Sơn Temple and viewing the “Turtle Tower”.

Finish the tour in the labyrinth of streets dubbed the “Old Quarter”, famous to international guests and locals alike due to its propensity for its chaotic but photogenic and charming nature.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Peridot Grand Hotel & Spa

Leave the hustle and bustle of Hanoi and journey 2 hours south to the quaint countryside town of Ninh Binh. This area has recently risen to fame as it was used for the shooting of the Hollywood blockbuster hit “Kong: Skull Island” in 2017.

Ninh Binh is well-known to locals for its lush valleys, mysterious grottoes and craggy karst limestone formations, and is often referred to as “Halong Bay on Land”. Take a romantic boat ride through dreamy Van Long, enjoying the beautiful landscapes and unique rowing techniques.

Lunch at a local restaurant before taking the 500 stairs to the top of Hang Mua, a picturesque mountainside spot with a cave and beautiful panoramic view of the surrounding area, dotted with karst mountains and sparkling rice fields.

Return to Hanoi in the late afternoon.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Peridot Grand Hotel & Spa

Following breakfast, head 2.5 hours east to Halong Bay. Established as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1994 and newly nominated as one of the new 7 natural wonders of the world, Halong Bay’s otherworldly atmosphere and landscape of emerald green waters, sandy beaches, and thousands of towering limestone karst islands are sure to leave you speechless.

Check into your cabin as we embark on an overnight cruise to experience the bay in all her glory. Activities include cooking demonstrations, a visit to a floating fishing village, kayaking and swimming, depending on the boat’s itinerary and weather.

At the end of the day, the boat will anchor while guests enjoy the cocktail happy hour and a fresh seafood dinner. Watch a film or stargaze before retiring to your cabin for a restful sleep.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Bhaya Premium Cruises

Good Morning Vietnam from the middle of Halong Bay! Start the morning with some tai chi on the sundeck as the sun rises, and munch on a light breakfast before participating in a cave visit.

Brunch will be served after the cave tour, which gives you time to savor the views as the boat gently glides through the incredible rock formations towards the dock.

Disembark from the cruise and transfer to Hanoi Airport, where we will take a late afternoon flight  south to the charming ancient town of Hoi An.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Lasenta Boutique Hotel Hoi An

Explore one of the most charming cities in all of Vietnam today, the lovely Hoi An, known for its importance in Vietnam’s history as a major port city from the 15^th to 19^th century. This information is reflected in the city’s diverse architecture styles, ranging from wooden Chinese shops to grand French colonial houses, traditional Vietnamese “tube” houses and the iconic Japanese covered bridge. The city is also famous for its many brightly colored and delicately painted lanterns which hang in droves on many different shop walls and doors.

After lunch at a local restaurant, the afternoon is free for you to explore. Hoi An is not only famous for its ambiance as it is for its tailors. Here tourists can get any manner of clothing made in 24 hours for a fraction of a price that it would cost back home. There is also a plethora of options to shop for ready-made clothing, shoes, bags, quilts, accessories, and souvenirs.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Lasenta Boutique Hotel Hoi An

Drive up the sun-drenched coastline of Vietnam along the Hải Vân – Ocean Cloud Pass, through verdant hills, sleepy coastal fishing villages, and hidden beaches to the ancient imperial capital of Hue.

The day tour will visit the quintessential attraction of the city, Thien Mu Pagoda, the ancient citadel and the tombs of Emperor Ming Mang and Emperor Khai Dinh of the Nguyen Dynasty, the last family to rule Vietnam before the French colonial takeover.

In the late afternoon, return to your hotel and have the evening free for your leisure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Lasenta Boutique Hotel Hoi An

Savor your last Vietnamese moments and enjoy a relaxing free day.  Beach lovers can check out My Khe or An Bang Beach and history enthusiasts can explore the ruins at My Son.

Check out of your hotel and transfer to Da Nang International Airport for a quick afternoon 2-hour flight to the Kingdom of Wonder, Cambodia.

Upon arrival to Siem Reap, the gateway to Angkor Wat, transfer to your beautiful, boutique hotel and have the evening free to discover Siem Reap on your own. Siem Reap is home to many great restaurants, shopping opportunities, and spa treatments to indulge in.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort

Today marks the day you have been waiting for, a tour of the Angkor Archaeological Park. One of the most important historical sites in the entire region of Southeast Asia, the City of Temples will surely amaze and astound even the most experienced traveler.

Built between the 9^th-15^th centuries, each complex was at one point the capital of the Khmer empire.  Your tour will begin at Angkor Thom, famous for its carved faces pointing out in either direction on top of massive, 75 ft (23 m) towers. Within is the mysterious Bayon Temple, the Mona Lisa of Southeast Asia, located at the exact center of Angkor Thom, with a total of 216 carved faces.

Stops will also include the Elephant Terrace, the Leper Terrace, before moving on to the popular Ta Prohm, recognizable from the film Tomb Raider.

After a local lunch, visit the magnificent Angkor Wat. In the afternoon sun, it seems as if the entire complex is sparkling. This masterpiece is the largest city in the Angkor Park and is considered one of the best preserved ancient monuments in the world due to its perfect composition, balance and artistic design.

Behold the unsurpassed beauty as the sun slowly sets behind Angkor Wat, and then transfer back to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort

Enjoy a free morning until hotel check-out and transfer to Siem Reap – Angkor International Airport for your onward booked travel.

Meals: Breakfast