Senior's Special Vietnam Cambodia

Day 1 Hanoi (1 Night)

Scheduled tour guests, ‘Mumbai to Mumbai’ will report at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai, as per the respective flight departure time to proceed to Hanoi – Vietnam’s capital city for over 1000 years.
Upon arrival at the airport, our Tour Times Tour Manager will guide all guests with airport formalities and lead the way into the city.

Scheduled tour guests, joining from other Indian metro cities such as Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Delhi, etc., will travel independently as per their respective flight booked by Tour Times. Upon arrival, Tour Times Tour Manager will meet these guests at the airport and guide them with airport formalities and lead the way into the city.
Tour Times Travel consultant will provide more information and guidance of the same.

Joining and Leaving (J&L) tour guests will join the group on their own at the first destination as per the information and guidance given by the Tour Times Travel consultant.
J&L guests should book their to and fro air tickets as per the arrival and departure time of the scheduled tour flight to get the airport transfers with the group.
In case of early arrival or early departure the transfer charges to reach the designated place or hotel will be borne by the J&L guests.

(Kindly note that the standard hotel check-in time is typically at 15:00 hrs onwards but may vary depending on the hotel's policy.)

Upon arrival, we explore Hanoi city, we visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex – a significant historical and cultural site dedicated to the country's revolutionary leader, Ho Chi Minh. It is a traffic-free area consisting of several key landmarks and monuments. Here we enjoy a walking tour, we walk past Ba Dinh Square – a vast open area where many important national events have taken place and take a photo stop outside Ho Chi Minh Museum. We then visit One Pillar Pagoda – a historic Buddhist temple dating back to the 11th century with its unique architecture of a single pillar rising from a lotus pond and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (subject to operation) – here the preserved body of revolutionary leader Ho Chi Minh is housed. We conclude our walking tour with deeper understanding of Vietnam's rich history. Later we visit the Temple of Literature – the first national university of Vietnam built in the 11th century.
In the evening we enjoy a Musical Water Puppet Show – an ancient art form of Vietnamese orchestra acted out by puppets in a pool of water offering authentic Vietnamese experience.

• Night Stay in Hanoi
• Dinner
• Coconut water during city tour

Day 2 Hanoi – Halong Bay Overnight Cruise (1 Night)

Today we proceed to Halong Bay – a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its emerald waters and thousands of towering limestone islands. Further we proceed to the jetty and complete the check-in formalities for the cruise. Once we begin sailing, we can enjoy lunch on board while the cruise sails through the scenic waters, we explore stunning limestone caves, mesmerizing karst grottos, and pass by serene islands. Along the way, guests can admire remarkable rock formations and picturesque landscapes. In the evening, we can enjoy a cooking demonstration activity before dinner. After dinner, take part in an exciting squid fishing activity or simply unwind on the top deck, soaking in the peaceful night atmosphere.

• Night Stay in Halong Bay Cruise
• Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Sugarcane juice during Hanoi to Halong Bay journey

Day 3 Halong Bay Cruise – Hanoi – Da Nang (3 Nights)

Today we begin our morning with a Tai Chi Session, a gentle physical exercise that combines deep breathing with slow and easy movements we then enjoy breakfast while admiring the beautiful views of the surrounding bay. Later we disembark the cruise and proceed to Hanoi airport for our flight to Da Nang – a commercial and educational centre of Central Vietnam. Upon arrival, we see Dragon Bridge and other illuminated bridges on the river Han.

• Night Stay in Da Nang
• Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Vietnamese coffee on the way to the airport

Day 4 Da Nang – Ba Na Hills – Da Nang

Today we proceed to Sun World Ba Na Hills. We drive on one of the most beautiful roads of the city and arrive at the cable car station of Ba Na Hills. Enjoy the cable car ride offering spectacular views of Da Nang city and the surrounding forests. We first visit the Golden Bridge – a curved golden hued bridge held up by two giant hands, followed by other attractions such as Le Jardin, Wax Museum, French Village, Pagodas and Alpine Coaster (subject to operation). Further we savour a delectable international buffet lunch at Ba Na Hills. Later we descend by cable car and visit Marble Mountains – home to limestone caves filled with shrines of Lord Buddha followed by a visit to the Monkey Mountain to view the Linh Ung Pagoda and the Lady Buddha – a 67-metre-tall white statue of the Goddess of Mercy.

• Night Stay in Da Nang
• Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Ice Cream at the foothills of Marble Mountain

Day 5 Da Nang – Hoi An – Da Nang

Today we proceed to Hoi An – an ancient town which was declared as World Heritage Site by UNESCO, is now a peaceful town of exceptionally well-preserved architecture, lifestyles and traditions. Upon arrival we visit Cam Thanh Coconut Village – a peaceful oasis nestled in the heart of Hoi An known for its vibrant coconut groves. Here we enjoy a unique basket boat ride along the river and witness the thrilling basket boat dance performed by skilled boat rowers. Later we take a walking city tour of Hoi An and discover a 400-year-old Covered Bridge, Phung Hung Ancient House and Fujian assembly hall. Hoi An being the tailoring capital of the world, here you will find tailor shops on every street corner of this ancient town where you can get customized dress stitched in just a few hours. In the evening, we see a different side of Hoi An when all the roads, houses, restaurants and cafes are illuminated by thousands of lanterns, creating a magical glow. Here we take a Lantern Boat Ride on the Hoai River and witness the town's architectural wonders come to life under the shimmering lantern lights. We then drive back to Da Nang.

• Night Stay in Da Nang
• Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Coconut water at Coconut village

Day 6 Da Nang – Siem Reap (3 Nights)

Today we fly to Siem Reap – a gateway to Angkor Wat. Upon arrival, we experience a traditional Cambodian Massage followed by the traditional Apsara Dance Show with dinner.

• Night Stay in Siem Reap
• Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7 Siem Reap – Angkor Wat – Siem Reap

Today we visit South Gate – city gate of ancient capital Angkor Thom dating back to the 12th Century, Bayon temple (54 Unique towers decorated with 200 smiling faces), the royal enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephants Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. Later we visit the Ta Prohm Temple and Angkor Wat – A UNESCO World Heritage Site. This temple complex covers 81 hectares of land. Angkor Wat's five towers symbolize Meru's five peaks – the enclosed wall represents the mountains on the edge of the world.

• Night Stay in Siem Reap
• Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Coconut Water at Angkor Wat Temple

Day 8 Siem Reap

Today we proceed to visit Banteay Srei, famously known as the ‘Citadel of Women.’ This exquisite 10th-century temple is celebrated with its intricate pink sandstone carvings, showcasing some of the finest classical Khmer artistry. We continue our exploration with a visit to Neak Pean, a unique Buddhist temple situated on an artificial island in the middle of a reservoir. Originally designed as a place for purification, the temple features a central sanctuary surrounded by four pools, symbolizing the elements of nature—earth, water, fire, and wind. Next, we visit Prasat Preah Khan, one of the largest temple complexes in Angkor. Built in the 12th century, this Buddhist-Hindu temple once functioned as a university and monastery. As the day transitions into night, we enjoy an enthralling performance at the Cambodian Circus. This captivating show blends traditional Khmer culture with modern acrobatics, storytelling, and music, creating a vibrant spectacle that reflects Cambodia’s rich artistic heritage.

• Night Stay in Siem Reap
• Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 9 Siem Reap – Ho Chi Minh (2 Nights)

Today we fly to Ho Chi Minh – a fast-paced city deeply rooted in its culture and heritage. Upon arrival we explore Ho Chi Minh City, we visit the War Crime Museum which features a comprehensive collection of the machinery, weapons, photos, and the documentation of Vietnam war with both the French and the Americans. Later we pass by Reunification Palace, Dame Cathedral, the Old Sai Gon Post Office, former US Embassy and Cho Lon including Thien Hau Pagoda.

• Night Stay in Ho Chi Minh City
• Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Ice Cream during Ho Chi Minh city tour

Day 10 Ho Chi Minh – Mekong River Delta – Ho Chi Minh

Today we proceed to My Tho city. Upon arrival we visit Vinh Trang Pagoda – a Buddhist temple. We then take a boat ride in Mekong River Delta – considered as the rice bowl of Vietnam, with a colourful collection of towns sprinkled along the banks of the Mekong River. We get down at Unicorn Island – one of the many enticing islands on the Mekong River. Here we visit Honey Tea Farm and Fruit Farm. Get mesmerized by the local Vietnamese musicians and singers playing traditional songs. Later we enjoy a traditional boat ride in the narrow tree lined canal. Here you can get a chance to enjoy rowing too. We then visit a local Coconut Candy factory and witness the entire making of coconut candies. We then get back on the boat and make our way to Phoenix Island to relish traditional Vietnamese food. We then return to the city. Upon arrival, we have free time for shopping.

• Night Stay in Ho Chi Minh City
• Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Bánh xèo (Vietnamese Pan Cake) at Mekong Delta

Day 11 Ho Chi Minh – Cu Chi Tunnel – Ho Chi Minh – Departure

Today we proceed to Cu Chi Tunnels, Cu Chi was an important base during the American War, because of its strategic location. The Vietcong built a 200km long network of tunnels connecting command posts, hospitals, shelters and the weapon factories. Dug out of hard laterite by hand tools without the use of cement, this amazing network was never discovered by the Americans and Government of South Vietnam.

• Breakfast
• Sugarcane juice at Cu Chi Tunnel

Tour guests will proceed to the airport as per their scheduled group flight departure time to start their journey back home.
Joining and Leaving (J&L) tour guests will leave the group after the scheduled program. If these guests have flight timing and airport same as per the schedule group, they can avail the airport transfers with the group. If not then, any transfer charges to reach their respective airport, cruise, rail, or bus terminal will be borne by the J&L guests.
Tour concludes