6 DAYS 5 NIGHTS/HO CHI MINH CITY-PHNOM PENH - SIEM REAP

Highlights:

·         Ho Chi Minh City_ one of the biggest tourism centers in Vietnam, attracting a large of visitors to Vietnam such as Reunification palace; Notre Dame Cathedral; the Old Central Post Ofice; China town; Thien Hau Temple; Ben Thanh market, cyclo tour surround the city, Water Puppet show, AO show, dinner cruise with alive show, …

·         Cu Chi Tunnels (60 km)_the incredible underground tunnel network of over 200 kilometers hand-constructed by Vietnam Communist guerrillas

• Tread lightly upon the 5000 silver floor tiles at the Silver Pagoda, in the Royal Palace 
• Step back in time at the National Museum, home to the world’s finest collection of Angkorian sculpture 
• Stare in awe at the mother of all temples, Angkor Wat
• Succumb to the enigmatic smiles of the 216 giant faces of the Bayon, Angkor’s strangest temple 
• Experience nature running riot at the mysterious ruin of Ta Prohm, the original Tomb Rider temple 
• Discover the secrets of Bar street, Siem Reap’s quaffing capital where the action goes on all night and Angkor Night Market
• Buffet dinner with Apsara traditional show  

Itinerary in brief: 

DAY 01: HO CHI MINH ARRIVAL

• Arrival at Tan Son Nhat airport, you will be met and transfer to hotel for check in.
• O/N at hotel in Ho Chi Minh City

DAY 02: HO CHI MINH CITY - CU CHI TUNNELS– HO CHI MINH CITY

• ABF at hotel.
• Leave Ho Chi Minh City for Cu Chi tunnels
• On your way, you will pass by paddy fields. Here you will have the opportunity to meet villagers and witness how rice paper is made. Explore the amazing labyrinth of tunnels used by the guerrillas during the war.
• Transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City and start the trip for visiting Reunification palace which was the residence of the President of South Vietnam until end of the war in April 1975. Continue seeing some impressive French colonial structures including Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Central Post Office & XQ embroidery workshop. After visiting the City Hall, take a break-time at Ben Thanh Market or SaiGon Square shopping central where anything and everything is for sales.
• Have dinner at Indochina cruise restaurant or similar on Saigon river
• Overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh city.

Meals: Breakfast, Cruise Dinner

DAY 03: HO CHI MINH CITY FREE & EASY

• ABF at hotel.
• Free & easy full day
• Overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh city.

DAY 04: HO CHI MINH CITY – PHNOM PENH BY SHUTTLE BUS

• ABF at hotel.
• Transfer to Bus Station to take on Mekong Express Bus to Phnom Penh (it takes 6 hours)
• 13:00 Arrive in Phnom Penh by Tourist Bus, Phnom Penh – the city retains its traditional Khmer and colonial charm. French villas along tree-lined boulevards remind the visitor that the city was once considered the gem of Southeast Asia. Recent political changes have triggered an economic boom of sorts, with new hotels, restaurants, bars and nightclubs springing up around the city.
• Overnight at hotel in Phnom Penh.

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 05: PHNOM PENH HALF DAY CITY TOUR- SIEM REAP BY SHUTTLE BUS

• ABF at hotel.
• Visit Royal Palace of Cambodia & Silver pagoda with its 5000 silver tiles, was constructed over a century ago to serve as the residence of the king of Cambodia. Visit Independent Monument and historical of Phnom Penh Wat Phnom. Depart to Siem Reap by Mekong Express bus (14:25hrs).
• Arrive Siem Reap and transfer to hotel to check in.

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 06: SIEM REAP- ANGKOR WAT COMPLEX DEPARTURE

• ABF at hotel.

You will visit the West Gate of Angkor Thom – undiscovered by mass tourist.

Ø  The ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th century)

Ø  See the South Gate, Bayon Temple – unique for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara

Ø  Baphuon temple lying just to the north of Bayon a pyramidal representation of mythical Mont Meru

Ø  The Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas

Ø  The Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King

The tour start with the visiting to the famous temple: Angkor Wat. Angkor Wat is a World Heritage Site since 1992, famous for its beauty and splendor. Angkor Wat features the longest continuous bas-relief in the world, which runs along the outer gallery walls and narrates stories from Hindu mythology, visit Bakheng Temple and enjoy a romantic sun set view form Bakheng hill.

Welcome Diner Khmer – Spectacle de danse Apsara at local resturant.

• Depart to Siem Reap International airport.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner show

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 PACKAGE TOUR IN USD PER PAX AT: 

High season: Valid from January 1, 2016 – 30 April & from 1 October to December 2016

Low season: Valid from 01 May, 2016 to 30 September, 2016

THE SPECIFIC HOTELS WILL BE USED IN THIS PACKAGE TOUR:

Inclusion:

• Round trip transfers with private air-conditioned vehicle;
• 5 nights hotel accommodation in twin/double sharing room with daily breakfast at Ho Chi Minh city & Siem Reap;
• English speaking tour guide.
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary: 05 breakfast+ 01 dinner cruise + 01 dinner show
• Entrance fees.
• Bus ticket HCM-PNP-REP by Mekong Express bus station
• 02 bottle of water/pax/day.

Exclusion:     

•     Early and/or late check in at hotels unless otherwise stated;

•     International airfares unless otherwise stated;

•     Airport departure taxes;

•     Travel insurance and tipping (3 usd/ pax/ day for Local guide + Driver);

•     Beverages other than included in pre-tour documentation;

•     Personal expenses such as laundry, communication charges and optional activities (which are subject to availability).

•     Visa (if any)

WHAT TO BRING:

 
* Sun Gears, Camera + Film, Sandal, Rain gear, flash Light, Insect Repellent...

HOW TO START: 

 
* V- Family Travel., JSC is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country.
 
* If you don't have enough time to complete visa before your departure, we will help you to obtain visa on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport, on your arrival)