Vietnam & Cambodia Family Holiday 15 Days

When you arrive at Noi Bai airport, our guide and driver will meet you there and transport you to your accommodation in Hanoi.

Check in your hotel then you’ll have a restful overnight in Hanoi.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: NA

After breakfast around 8:00 AM, we’ll pick you up and head to the spectacular Halong Bay.

Upon arrival, board your cruise and enjoy a delicious lunch as you sail through the bay. Depending on your chosen cruise, your itinerary may include exploring karst caves, kayaking (included on some boats, available as an add-on for others), swimming in crystal-clear waters, admiring the stunning scenery, and relaxing on the sundeck. End your day with a sumptuous dinner on board before spending the night beneath a blanket of stars.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide on board
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Wake to the gentle sounds of waves and fresh sea air as a new day begins on the bay. After breakfast, explore a magnificent limestone cave before cruising back to shore.

Upon returning to Hanoi in the afternoon, enjoy free time for dinner (at your own expense) before boarding the overnight train to Lao Cai – Sapa.

Overnight on the train.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide on board

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Arrive at Lao Cai station around 6:00 AM. Your driver will transfer you to your Sapa hotel (about 1 hour). Nestled in Vietnam’s mountainous north, Sapa is famous for its stunning landscapes, vibrant ethnic cultures, and cascading rice terraces.

After breakfast at the hotel, explore Sapa’s bustling daily market. Then embark on a 3-4 hour trek down into Muong Hoa Valley, passing through Lao Chai and Ta Van villages, home to the H’mong and Dzay people. Enjoy breathtaking views and authentic cultural encounters as you discover the daily lives of these ethnic minority communities.

Return to the main road where your vehicle will take you back to Sapa town. The rest of the day is yours to explore. Don’t miss the chance to sample local cuisine at the night markets and pick up some unique souvenirs!

Overnight in Sapa.

This day offers a perfect blend of nature, culture, and adventure – a true highlight of your journey.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, enjoy a free morning exploring Sapa town.

At noon, check out of your hotel and drive 5 km northeast of Sapa. From there, trek to Ma Tra village to visit the Hmong community. Continue hiking through the mountains to Ta Phin village, a traditional handicraft village home to two distinct ethnic groups: the Red Dzao and Black H’mong. Surrounded by mountains, Ta Phin offers stunning natural beauty.

After completing your trek, return to the main road where your vehicle will transport you to Lao Cai to catch the overnight train back to Hanoi.

Overnight on the train.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Your guide will meet you at the station and take you to breakfast.

Afterward, enjoy a half-day city tour of Hanoi’s top attractions, including the Ho Chi Minh Complex (Mausoleum, stilt house, Presidential Palace, and One Pillar Pagoda). Visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s historic university dating back to the 11th century, and discover Buddhist traditions at a tranquil lakeside pagoda.

Next, explore the Vietnamese Women’s Museum to learn about traditional culture, marriage customs, childbirth, family life, traditional dress, and women’s vital role in defending the nation.

After the tour, your driver will transfer you to the airport for your flight to Hue – a charming and peaceful city in Central Vietnam that offers immersive experiences in Royal Vietnamese culture.

Upon arrival in Hue, our local driver will greet you and transfer you to your hotel. Check in and enjoy some leisure time.

Tour guide: English Speaking Guide
Meals: Breakfast

Breakfast will be served in the hotel, and you’ll meet up with our local guide again to start the day exploring the charms of the Citadel in this former Imperial City with many well-preserved royal monuments in Hue.

Then we’ll board a dragon boat to cruise along the Huong River. Stop at Thien Mu Pagoda to pay tribute to the most ancient Buddhist symbol of Hue.

After lunch in a local restaurant, we continue to visit the famous Tu Duc’s tomb and the bustling but charming Dong Ba Market. Don’t miss your chance to

Overnight in Hue.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Followed by the ancient citadel is the ancient town – Hoi An. After a rewarding drive through the scenic Ocean Clouds Mountain Pass (Hai Van pass) with a stop at Cham Museum and Marble Mountain in Da Nang, you will arrive at the well-known Hoi An ancient town.

In the afternoon, we take a walking tour into the Old Quarter to visit Hoi An’s Attractions:

Chinese Embassy Halls: Rich cultural exchange between China and Vietnam is showcased through intricate architecture.

Japanese Covered Bridge: An Iconic symbol blending Japanese and Vietnamese architectural elements.

Phuc Kien Pagoda: A Serene religious site with intricate woodwork and vibrant decorations.

Tan Ky House: Well-preserved merchant house showcasing Hoi An’s trading history.

After finishing visiting, the early evening will be your free time for shopping or relaxing. Overnight in Hoi An.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, you take a half-day private tour to My Son – the sanctuary of Cham culture. You will walk into the ruins of ancient My Son holy land to recall the Champa people’s glory days, dating from the 4th to the 13th century.

Afternoon, balance your leisure time between lounging at the beach or happily emptying your wallet while browsing the world of handicrafts and souvenirs that Hoian has to offer, or simply stroll along the riverside to get a feel for the olden days of the busy Faifo merchant port.

Spend an overnight in Hoi An.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast

Today is your free leisure day in Hoi An. Let’s step off the beaten path to immerse yourself in the charm of this Ancient Town

Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast

After a late breakfast, you are free for last-minute shopping or wait until transfer time to the airport for your departure flight from Danang Airport to Siem Reap.

Upon arrival at Siem Reap Airport, you will be picked up by our local driver and tour guide.

Then, we head to the central town for your hotel. The rest of the day is your free time. Overnight in Siem Reap

Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast

This morning after breakfast, get your first close glimpse of Angkor today at the early temples of the Roluos Group – dated from the 8th and 9th centuries and consisting of three main temples Bakong, Lolei, and PreahKo.

Here you will also experience the local tradition Blessing ceremony for health and peace.

In the afternoon, visit Ta Prohm, built in the mid-12th to early 13th centuries. Ta Prohm has made Cambodia more famous after the movie Tomb Raider with huge trees growing over the temples creating an incredible scene.

Continue to visit Banteay Kdei, Srah Srang, and Pre Rup. This promise is a captivating journey into Cambodia’s ancient Khmer civilization, where you’ll be enchanted by the intricate stone temples, peaceful courtyards, and breathtaking sunsets.

In the evening, you will have the chance to enjoy an Apsara dancing dinner in a local restaurant. Overnight in Siem Reap.

Tour guide: English Speaking Guide
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with Show

This morning we’ll visit the quiet temple of Beng Mealea – an off-the-beaten-path temple 65 km from Siem Reap. You’ll feel like an intrepid explorer as you discover its overgrown and atmospheric ruins.

Picnic lunch on the way.

In the afternoon, embark on a boat trip to Tonle Sap Lake – the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia, covering 250,000 hectares in the dry season. In the monsoon season, the Mekong river forces the Tonle Sap River to reverse its flow northwards back to the lake, spreading over the surrounding flood plain.

You will visit Kompong Phluck, passing floating houses and impressive flooded forests and have a glimpse of local’s lives on the water.

*Note: From March to June, this route will be replaced by visiting the Chong Kneas floating village due to the dry season

Experience an overnight stay in Siem Reap, where you can relax and reflect on the day’s adventures.

Tour guide: English Speaking Guide
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Today, you will visit the wondrous ancient ruins with the South Gate of Angkor Thom, which is famous for its series of colossal human faces carved in stone. Within, you’ll come to visit:

• The impressive Bayon Temple is famous for its numerous stone faces and intricate bas-reliefs.
• Discover the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace, and the Terrace of the Leper King, each showcasing unique architectural and artistic features.

This architectural masterpiece was constructed in the 12th century and covers an area of about 210 hectares.

In the afternoon, visit the magnificent Angkor Wat Temple, built during the 12th century and the symbol of Cambodia. Marvel at its grandeur and intricate details as you explore the vast complex.

Return to Siem Reap for an overnight stay, where you can unwind and reflect on the remarkable ancient wonders you’ve witnessed.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Start your morning by visiting the enchanting temple of Banteay Srei, often referred to as the “Citadel of the Women.” Marvel at its intricate carvings and delicate pink sandstone, which make it one of the best-preserved temples in Cambodia.

Explore this small but breathtaking temple that showcases some of the most exquisite examples of classical Khmer art. After visiting is the end of your itinerary in Siem Reap. Take this time to reflect on the incredible historical and cultural experiences you’ve had throughout your journey in Cambodia.

Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meal: Breakfast