Vietnam & Cambodia Explorer

Vietnam & Cambodia Explorer

• Trip code: 486X046
• Dauer: 8
• Stil: Classic

Begin your adventure in the lively streets of Ho Chi Minh City, where energy and history blend in every corner. Cross into Cambodia to discover Phnom Penh’s dynamic spirit and powerful memorials, then continue on to the ancient wonder of Angkor Wat as the sun rises over its iconic towers. Along the way, cruise the Mekong, savour local flavours, and experience daily life up close. This eight-day adventure offers a seamless mix of cultural depth, historic landmarks, and unforgettable moments across Vietnam and Cambodia.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Simple hotels (twin-share 7 nights)

Checklist

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides

Group Size Notes

16

Highlights

Feel the energy of Ho Chi Minh City on a guided walk through its lively streets, Ride through Phnom Penh’s bustling streets on a traditional cyclo, Watch the sunrise over the iconic towers of Angkor Wat, Make the most of your free time in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh to tick off your personal bucket list

Introduction

Begin your adventure in the lively streets of Ho Chi Minh City, where energy and history blend in every corner. Cross into Cambodia to discover Phnom Penh’s dynamic spirit and powerful memorials, then continue on to the ancient wonder of Angkor Wat as the sun rises over its iconic towers. Along the way, cruise the Mekong, savour local flavours, and experience daily life up close. This eight-day adventure offers a seamless mix of cultural depth, historic landmarks, and unforgettable moments across Vietnam and Cambodia

Meals Included

7 Frühstück, 1 Abendessen

Meal Budget

Plane USD100-130 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Củ Chi
- Cu Chi Tunnels Countryside Cycling Tour

Mekong Delta
- Full Day Mekong River Delta Tour

Phnom Penh
- Nationalmuseum (10USD pro Person)
- Königspalast (10USD pro Person)
- Russischer Markt
- Besichtigung von Wat Phnom (1USD pro Person)

Siem Reap
- Circus Phare
- Besuch im Angkor-Museum (12USD pro Person)
- Schwimmende Dörfer von Tonle Sap (25-30USD pro Person)

Start / Finish

Ho Chi Minh City nach Siem Reap

Transport

Local bus, Private vehicle, local bus, cyclo

What's Included

Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Traditionelles Khmer-Essen, Siem Reap
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Discover-Moment: Ho Chi Minh City. Free time to explore Ho Chi Minh City. Cyclo tour (Phnom Penh). Free time in Phnom Penh. Tuol Sleng prison and Choeung Ek (Killing Fields) entrance and guide. Free time in Siem Reap. Two-day Angkor Wat complex entry and guide, including sunrise tour. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Internationale Flüge

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.

However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.

In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Ho Chi Minh City

Arrive at any time

Day 2 Ho Chi Minh City

Enjoy a free day in the city of Ho Chi Minh. Spend the day checking off the stops on your must-see-list or take a day trip to the Mekong River for a boat cruise through the villages, islands, and markets of the Delta

Day 3 Ho Chi Minh City/Phnom Penh

Cross the border from Vietnam to Cambodia and arrive to Phnom Penh in the afternoon. Enjoy a cyclo tour through the city to get acquainted with your first stop in Cambodia

Day 4 Phnom Penh

Take a guided tour of Tuol Sleng Museum (S-21 Prison) and Choeung Ek (Killing Fields). Then enjoy a free afternoon to visit the Royal Palace, the National Museum or the Central Market

Day 5 Phnom Penh/Siem Reap

Drive from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap, the home base for exploring incredible Angkor Wat

Day 6 Siem Reap

Watch the sun rise over the massive Angkor temple complex with a guided tour. Opt to visit the Tonlé Sap floating village and the Angkor National Museum. Enjoy a traditional meal of Khmer food at a G Adventures for Good-supported project

Day 7 Siem Reap

Spend another day exploring the temples of Angkor. In the afternoon, opt to going further afield in Siem Reap

Day 8 Siem Reap

Depart at any time

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Ho Chi Minh City

Day 2 Ho Chi Minh City

Day 3 Ho Chi Minh City/Phnom Penh

Drive to the border and cross into Cambodia. Continue on to the capital, Phnom Penh, and enjoy a cyclo ride through the city for a street-level perspective.

Day 4 Phnom Penh

Meet a local guide to learn more about the dark side of Cambodian history. Visit to Choeung Ek, the site of the infamous Killing Fields. After, visit Tuol Sleng Museum (S-21 Prison), the notorious Khmer Rouge prison where thousands of Cambodians perished.

Enjoy a free afternoon to sightsee. Opt to explore the city's many sights: the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda, and the National Museum. With time, choose to visit the Russian Market, Wat Phnom or sip a drink at a riverside café.

Day 5 Phnom Penh/Siem Reap

Opt to pre-book the "Phare Circus" activity on the checkout page ahead of time, to include this optional on your tour.

Day 6 Siem Reap

Spend two days exploring Angkor, the former capital of the Khmer kingdom and one of the wonders of the archaeological world. See some of the highlights of this ancient capital, like sunrise at the magnificent temple of Angkor Wat, the enigmatic Bayon within the walled city of Angkor Thom, and Ta Prohm, also known as the 'Tomb Raider' temple.

Enjoy a traditional meal to learn about Khmer food and meet some friendly locals. Alternating locations of our included local meal means we can support multiple small businesses and projects in the area. Each experience is truly unique and memorable.

Day 7 Siem Reap

Day 8 Siem Reap