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Cambodia & Vietnam Discovery

Angkor, Da Nang & an overnight Halong Bay cruise

Boats among limestone islands in Ha Long Bay, Vietnam

9 Days / 8 NightsBreakfast on Days 2–9; lunch on Days 5 and 7; dinner on Day 7; brunch on Day 8

Siem Reap Airport → Siem Reap → Da Nang → Hanoi → Halong Bay Cruise → Hanoi → Noi Bai International Airport

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The shape of your journey

A little closer
to the experience.

A nine-day private journey from the temples and waterways of Cambodia to central and northern Vietnam, ending with a night on Halong Bay.

  • Angkor's temple landscapes
  • Kulen Mountain
  • Golden Bridge at Ba Na Hills
  • Overnight Halong Bay cruise
Duration
9 days / 8 nights
Accommodation
3 accommodation categories
Meal basis
Breakfast on Days 2–9; lunch on Days 5 and 7; dinner on Day 7; brunch on Day 8
Tour basis
Private & shared arrangements
Transport
Programme transfers and touring require current confirmation; Siem Reap–Da Nang and Da Nang–Hanoi flights are required but airfare is excluded

The Life of Travel route

Every stop.
Part of your story.

9 days of discovery.
8 nights along the way.

  1. 01Siem Reap AirportArrival
  2. 02Siem Reap3 nights
  3. 03Da Nang2 nights
  4. 04Hanoi1 night
  5. 05Halong Bay Cruise1 night
  6. 06Hanoi1 night
  7. 07Noi Bai International AirportDeparture

A route to orient you. Driving times are approximate; traffic and stops can change the day’s timing.

Your journey, day by day

A new chapter.
Every day.

9 days, connected with care. Explore the outline, then make it your own.

  1. DAY01

    Siem Reap

    Arrival and the Roluos temples

    Siem Reap Airport → Siem Reap

    Arrive in Siem Reap, transfer to the hotel and begin with the Roluos temples before the source-listed continuation to Preah Khan, Neak Poan and Pre Rup.

    Along the way

    • Airport transfer
    • Lolei, Preah Ko and Bakong
    • Preah Khan and Neak Poan
    • Sunset at Pre Rup

    Meals: No meals included

    Overnight in Siem Reap

  2. DAY02

    Siem Reap

    Angkor Thom and Angkor Wat

    Siem Reap → Angkor

    Explore Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm and Angkor Wat, with sunset arranged at Phnom Bakheng or a quieter alternative.

    Along the way

    • Angkor Thom, Bayon, Baphuon and Phimeanakas
    • Elephant Terrace and Preah Palilay
    • Ta Prohm
    • Angkor Wat
    • Phnom Bakheng or quieter sunset alternative

    Meals: Breakfast

    Overnight in Siem Reap

  3. DAY03

    Siem Reap → Phnom Kulen → Siem Reap

    Kulen Mountain

    Siem Reap → Phnom Kulen → Siem Reap

    Travel to Phnom Kulen for sacred landscapes, carved riverbeds and waterfalls.

    Along the way

    • Preah Ang Thom and reclining Buddha
    • Waterfalls
    • River of 1000 Lingas / carved riverbed

    Meals: Breakfast

    Overnight in Siem Reap

  4. DAY04

    Siem Reap → Da Nang

    Tonle Sap and onward to Da Nang

    Siem Reap → Tonle Sap Lake → Siem Reap Airport → Da Nang

    Visit a Tonle Sap community and Artisans d’Angkor before the required flight to Da Nang. Regional airfare is not included.

    Along the way

    • Tonle Sap floating or flooded community experience
    • Artisans d’Angkor
    • Required Siem Reap–Da Nang flight; airfare excluded
    • Da Nang arrival transfer

    Meals: Breakfast

    Overnight in Da Nang

  5. DAY05

    Da Nang → Ba Na Hills → Da Nang

    Ba Na Hills and the Golden Bridge

    Da Nang → Ba Na Hills → Da Nang

    Spend the day at Ba Na Hills, including the Golden Bridge and source-listed mountain programme.

    Along the way

    • Golden Bridge
    • Le Jardin and Debay Wine Cellar
    • Linh Ung Pagoda
    • Fantasy Park and mountain views

    Meals: Breakfast + Lunch

    Overnight in Da Nang

  6. DAY06

    Da Nang → Hanoi

    Fly north to Hanoi

    Da Nang → Hanoi

    Transfer for the required flight to Hanoi, then experience the Old Quarter by cyclo and attend a Water Puppet Show. Regional airfare is not included.

    Along the way

    • Required Da Nang–Hanoi flight; airfare excluded
    • Old Quarter cyclo experience
    • Water Puppet Show

    Meals: Breakfast

    Overnight in Hanoi

  7. DAY07

    Hanoi → Halong Bay

    An overnight Halong Bay cruise

    Hanoi → Halong Bay

    Travel to Halong Bay and board an overnight cruise whose exact activities follow current vessel operations.

    Along the way

    • Cruise transfer and embarkation
    • Trinh Nu Cave or kayaking according to cruise operation
    • Sunset programme and cooking class

    Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner

    Overnight in Halong Bay Cruise

  8. DAY08

    Halong Bay → Hanoi

    Morning on the bay

    Halong Bay → Hanoi

    Begin with Tai Chi and a light breakfast, visit Sung Sot or Surprising Cave according to operation, then return to Hanoi after brunch or early lunch.

    Along the way

    • Tai Chi
    • Sung Sot / Surprising Cave according to cruise operation
    • Return to Hanoi

    Meals: Breakfast + Brunch

    Overnight in Hanoi

  9. DAY09

    Hanoi

    Departure from Hanoi

    Hanoi → Noi Bai International Airport

    Enjoy breakfast before the airport transfer for departure.

    Along the way

    • Airport transfer

    Meals: Breakfast

The places you’ll come home to

Your journey.
Your kind of stay.

3 accommodation options. The same thoughtfully connected route.
Options describe the offered accommodation categories, not independently verified ratings of each property or vessel.

OPTION 01

3★ accommodation

8 nights · Breakfast on Days 2–9; lunch on Days 5 and 7; dinner on Day 7; brunch on Day 8

  1. Siem Reap

    3 nights
    • Holy Angkor Hotel

    Superior

  2. Da Nang

    2 nights
    • Sunny Ocean Hotel

    Deluxe

  3. Hanoi

    2 nights
    • Chalcedony Hotel

    Deluxe

  4. Halong Bay

    1 night
    • Syrena Cruise

    Deluxe

Plan with this option
OPTION 02

4★ accommodation

8 nights · Breakfast on Days 2–9; lunch on Days 5 and 7; dinner on Day 7; brunch on Day 8

  1. Siem Reap

    3 nights
    • Hari Residence Hotel

    Deluxe

  2. Da Nang

    2 nights
    • Diamond Sea Hotel

    Ocean Premier

  3. Hanoi

    2 nights
    • Golden Silk Hotel

    Deluxe

  4. Halong Bay

    1 night
    • Syrena Cruise

    Deluxe

Plan with this option
OPTION 03

5★ accommodation

8 nights · Breakfast on Days 2–9; lunch on Days 5 and 7; dinner on Day 7; brunch on Day 8

  1. Siem Reap

    3 nights
    • Angkor Miracle Hotel

    Deluxe

  2. Da Nang

    2 nights
    • Grand Tourane Hotel

    Deluxe

  3. Hanoi

    2 nights
    • Dolce Wyndham
    • orDolce Hanoi Golden Lake

    Deluxe

  4. Halong Bay

    1 night
    • Amanda Cruise

    Deluxe Room

Plan with this option

Cruise vessels and itineraries vary by operation. The named source options, room categories and current availability require confirmation.

Thoughtfully arranged. Clearly explained.

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part of the journey.

The programme brings the places together.
Your quotation confirms the arrangements and charges.

Included

  • 8 nights in the selected accommodation category
  • Meals identified in the day-by-day programme
  • Overnight Halong Bay cruise

Not included

  • Siem Reap–Da Nang airfare
  • Da Nang–Hanoi airfare
  • Visa services unless confirmed separately
  • Personal expenses and gratuities

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