Vietnam, Cambodia and Bali Tour 2 Weeks
For those who look for a wonderful travel experience for 2 weeks to see three countries from Vietnam’s iconic Ho Chi Mich city, Mekong Delta River and its remarkable historical sites to Cambodia following Phnom Penh’s significant attractions including Royal Palace plus sunset cocktail from boat cruise on Mekong before discovering the spectacular Angkor Wat along with other incredible temple complex, the impressive intricately carved Banteay Srei temple and spend a leisure day at beautiful Phnom Kulen waterfalls. In Indonesia, visit the picturesque Ubud village’s Tegalalang Rice Terraces, Monkey Forest, the important Balinese, Besakih and the famous Lempuyang temples "Gate of Heaven", and we’ll finally observe the stunning panoramic views of Wanagiri Hill, greatly enjoy the pleasant day at Nusa Penida Island of Bali.
Destinations
Ho Chi Minh → Mekong Delta → Phnom Penh → Siem Reap → Bali
Or Vice Versa
Program Detail
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh – Arrival
International flight is NOT included in the tour price.
Our friendly team (guide and driver) will welcome you at the arrival gate upon your arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport then transfers to a reserved hotel for check in and simply enjoy yourselves free time at hotel or explore central city by your own.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh
*Meal Plan: None
Day 2: My Tho – Mekong Delta Tour
Breakfast is served at hotel. We set off at 8.00am out of the bustling Ho Chi Minh to My Tho boat pier where we process to embark a local motorboat which slides on Mekong Delta overlooking islets, fish farms and floating houses admired by fishing and trading activities on boats. In Unicorn Island, we will be pampered by Vietnamese traditional music depicting a folk art rooted from South Vietnam and get refreshed by tropical fruit tasting. Continue by canoe, we explore the natural beauty of Mekong canals with lush beautiful coconut trees stretching at both sides until we enjoy the walking tour to observe bee keeping farm and sample honey tea before having lunch. After lunch break, we catch our regular boat to coconut candy workshop to learn the processing of how coconut candies are made, along with a chance to taste and chew sweet candies or purchase a few packs before we get in our awaiting car/minivan and drive back to Ho Chi Minh in the evening.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3: Cu Chi Tunnels and Ho Chi Minh City Highlight
Today we begin our adventure trip at 8.00am, pass countryside to explore the famous attraction of Cu Chi tunnels which are known as the deadly dangerous trap tunnel networks and was used by Viet Cong army as the facility base to supply food, accommodation, storage, escape rooms as well as strong holes to fight against their enemies during French and American war from 1948 until 1975. Learn from your tour guide about this interesting and sad history of Vietnam, and personally experience the real feeling when crawl into the tunnels to reveal some remnants left after the war ended.
Enjoy Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon, we return for guided Saigon City along with War Remnants Museum that you can witness Indochina war history while browsing various items relating Vietnam War, visit the fascinating architecture of Reunification Palace which was the former workplace and residence of the President of the Republic of Vietnam, admired by French colonial buildings of Notre Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office, we then stroll at Jade Emperor Pagoda before go shopping at the famous Ben Thanh market where you observe trading exchanges and you can’t absolutely ignore to purchase some souvenirs.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4: Ho Chi Minh to Phnom Penh by Public Bus
Breakfast is served at hotel. Our team picks you up at 9.00am from the hotel then transfers to Giant Ibis bus station for the departure at 9.45am (with 3 stop) to Phnom Penh Capital (arrival 5.00pm-6.00pm), Cambodia.
Once you arrived at the bus station, our experienced team (with welcome signage) will greet you then transfers to a booked hotel for check-in and simply have your own free time.
*Note: Flights are available upon request.
Overnight in Phnom Penh
*Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 5: Phnom Penh City Tour with Mekong sunset Boat
Breakfast is served at hotel. We start the tour at 8.00am for the fantastic morning highlight of Phnom Penh Capital toward Independent Monument where we stop to capture some beautiful photos before resuming witness the tragic site of Cheug Ek – the killing field that proceeded more than 20 thousands of civilians and the site is connecting with Tuol Sleng Museum – was the former school that was transformed to Tortured Prison S21. Stroll around Russian market for shopping.
Enjoy Khmer set lunch at Bopha Titanic restaurant by Phnom Penh Riverside.
Afternoon, visit The Royal Palace – a complex of buildings which are served as the royal residence for the King of Cambodia, admired by impressive Silver Pagoda with over 5000 solid silver tiles and other Royal Stupas, shrines, monuments etc. Continue for a guided tour to visit Wat Phnom with interesting legendary of founding place of Phnom Penh Capital.
Evening, we’re going to Phnom Penh’s Riverside then get on board with a welcome cocktail while the boat is slowly cruising along Mekong & Tonle Bassac, watch the nice sunset fading at horizon, unwind yourself with colorful Phnom Penh nightlights. Disembark and return hotel.
Overnight in Phnom Penh
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 6: Phnom Penh to Siem Reap by Public Bus
Breakfast is served at hotel. Our team picks you up from hotel’s lobby at 8.15am then transfers to public Giant Ibis bus station for departure at 08:45AM (or 9.45am) for overland with 6 hours (2 stop) to Siem Reap.
Upon your arrival at the bus station, you will be greeted by our experienced driver (no guide) then transfers to a booked hotel for check in and have your own free time in the evening.
*Note: Private car/minivan or domestic flight are available upon request.
Overnight in Siem Reap
*Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 7: Full Day Guided Angkor Discovery
Breakfast is served at hotel. We’re journeying out of hotel at 8.00am to the South Gate of Angkor Thom atop 4 giant faces that religiously represents compassion, sympathy, equanimity and charity. Stroll around Bayon temple consisting of more than 200 smiling faces in stone, admired by interesting temples including Baphuon, Phimeanakas, terrace of leper king and terrace of elephant. Resume the journey to visit Ta Prohm temple adorned with the stunning, amazing tree roots where Lara Croft Tomb Raider was filmed.
Enjoy tasty Khmer set lunch at a selected local restaurant near temples.
Afternoon, continue to witness the marvelous Angkor Wat – the world’s heritage listed by UNESCO in 1992 and the largest unrivaled monument in the world. Built by Suryavarman II in 12th Century, Angkor Wat is considered as one of the top destinations in Asia and is a must-see in your lifetime. Learning from your tour guide the amazing history, its ancestral incredible, architectural masterpieces and the finest carvings dates back to the Khmer Empire when it dominated the largest parts of Southeast Asia.
Note: Visiting beautiful sunset (free of charge) is available at Phnom Bakheng, please speak to our tour guide to manage this for you. This is a hiking up (Approx. 25 minutes/way) to the hill and it’s always touristy or skip it if you feel tired.
Overnight in Siem Reap
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 8: Beautiful Banteay Srei & Angkor Grand Circuit
Breakfast is served at hotel. We set off at 8.30am to Preah Dak village where we stroll to observe local people making the famous steaming-rice cake which hides coconut milk inside before we visit Banteay Samre temple which was built in 12th century during Angkor period, admired by its serenity, take some beautiful photo. Next, continue our journey to reveal the intricately carved, beautiful red-pink sandstone temple of Banteay Srei – considered to be a Jewel of Khmer art which features elaborate decorations and its finest details. These factors have made the temple extremely popular with tourists, and have led to its being widely praised as a “precious gem”.
Afternoon, we drive within Angkor jungle to Grand Circuit where we’re going to explore some main Angkorian temples starting with Pre Rup temple which is one of ancient Hindu temples known for its distinctive pyramid-like architecture and stunning views. resume to Srah Srang (The Royal’s Basin), Banteay Kdei, Preah Khan (Royal Sword), Neak Pean (Coiled Serpents), Ta Som & East Mebon. All temples are very flexible and you may want to skip a few of these temples if you feel tired.
Evening, transfer to have yummy buffet dinner followed by traditional Apsara dance performance at a selected local restaurant.
Overnight in Siem Reap
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner Show
Day 9: Phnom Kulen Waterfalls & 1000 Linga Carvings
Breakfast is served at hotel. We leave hotel at 8.30am to visit one of Cambodia’s national parks – popularly known as “Phnom Kulen” where you meet famous, beautiful waterfalls. Phnom Kulen (Mountain of Lychee) situates about 57km with approx. 1 hour drive, Phnom Kulen is regarded as the holy mountain for religious significance to Hindus and Buddhists and was the significant home of the ancient Khmer Empire when King Jayavarma II proclaimed independence from Java in 804 CE. The journey provides nice views of rice paddies, countryside dotting with palm trees and cattle.
Enjoy the walking tour to see the giant reclining Buddha statue on the hilltop along with breathtaking, spectacular views and learn from your tour guide about historical site. Resume walking within the jungle to witness religious Hindu of the riverbed of 1000 linga carvings, next we move to observe the sacred ground-pool before we head to relax near the waterfall. From then, it is your own free time for cooling down and swimming.
Around 12.30pm, we return and enjoy tasty Khmer lunch at a selected local restaurant.
After lunch break, we drive back to Siem Reap and on the way, we stop for a visit at palm sugar village and other various local handicraft souvenirs, and we will stroll at Preah Dak village to observe local people making the famous steaming-rice cake which hides coconut milk inside before we arrive hotel.
Overnight in Siem Reap
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 10: Siem Reap - Flight to Bali, Indonesia
Breakfast is served at hotel. Enjoy the rest of free time in Siem Reap before our team transfers you to Siem Reap Angkor International Airport for flight departure to Bali, Indonesia.
Upon your arrival, our experienced team (with welcome signage) will greet you at the arrival gate then transfers to a reserved hotel for check in and simply enjoy yourselves free time.
Overnight in Bali
*Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 11: Impressive Ubud Village, Tegalalang Rice Terraces & Monkey Forest
Breakfast is served at hotel. We set off at 8.00am to watch Barong Dance – Bali’s cultural richness and spiritual storytelling tradition, and the mythic battles between Good and Evil. Resume the journey to visit Celuk silver smith village enhancing traditional silver handicrafts made by locals then drive to Tirta Empul Temple which is well-known for its famous holy springs, traditional purification rituals and ornate architecture, continue to Kintamani village for great breathtaking views of Mount/Lake Batur along with taking nice photos before having lunch at a selected local restaurant.
Afternoon, we enjoy trekking through the lush Tegalalang Rice Terrace where you can capture beautiful photos of the stunning views of the surroundings as well as taking selfies. Next, we’re heading to discover Ubud Sanctuary Monkey Forest which is a sacred haven in Bali, home to playful macaques, ancient temples, lush greenery, and tranquil pathways. It is a wonderful trip, and we will return to the hotel around 6.30pm.
*Note: The Swing activity is also available here (not included), the itinerary will slightly change if you really want to add swing.
Overnight in Bali
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 12: Picturesque Gate of Heaven, Water Palace & Besakih Temple
Take-away breakfast is highly commended. To get on time before a long queue, we need to leave hotel at 6.00am and drive with 3 hours to observe the very famous Lempuyang Temple that impressively emerges the iconic Gate of Heaven along with offering breathtaking views of volcanic Mount Agung where ones can’t miss out taking wonderful photos when visit Bali. Continuing our adventure to Tirta Gangga Water Palace – a beautiful former Royal Palace featuring lush gardens, stunning fountains, and serene pools. It’s an attractive spot for visitors seeking tranquility and cultural heritage.
Enjoy delicious lunch at a selected local restaurant.
Afternoon, we’re going to witness The Mother Temple of Bali, Besakih Temple is the largest and holiest temple complex on the island and provide amazing breathtaking views of lush Mount Agung. Followed by its various ancient temples, you will learn about its rich history and spiritual importance that make it a must-visit destination for those exploring Bali’s cultural and religious monuments. Return hotel and finish the great day around 6.00pm.
Overnight in Bali
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 13: Beautiful Bali Nusa Penida Island
Take-away breakfast is commended. Today we departed from the hotel in the early morning at 6.30am then driving with an hour and half to process a speed boat to Nusa Penida Island where it truly inspires the most beautiful, natural beaches, crystal bay and rocky lagoon. Spend a lovely leisure day to closely observe Angel’s Billabong – a breathtaking natural infinity pool offering stunning views of turquoise waters and rugged cliffs and visit Broken Beach that features a dramatic natural bridge encircling a turquoise lagoon with awe-inspiring coastal landscape then we continue to Kelingking Beach, is famed for its T-Rex shaped cliff and pristine waters, making it a must-visit for island adventurers to Bali.
Enjoy delicious lunch at a selected local restaurant.
Afternoon, we’re going to Crystal Bay where you a have few hours to enjoy yourselves on the renowned beach, it’s a great time for swimming and sunbathing if time is enough and depends on your interest at each place in the morning. Crystal Bay is well-known for its blue clear waters, vibrant marine life, and stunning sunsets, ideal for water activities: snorkeling and diving. Finally, time ends, and we make our way back to the boat pier and return to the hotel in the evening.
Overnight in Bali
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 14: Bali - Departure
International flight is NOT included in the tour price.
Breakfast is served at hotel. Enjoy the rest of free time in Bali then our team will pick you up from hotel’s lobby and transfers to I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport for your flight to the next destination.
*Meal Plan: Breakfast
Thank You
Goodbye Beautiful Southeast Asia
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