Vietnam-Cambodia: Journey to the heart of unspoilt Asia

Vietnam-Cambodia: Journey to the heart of unspoilt Asia
Vietnam

Adventure

Nature

Through authentic, atmospheric landscapes, discover an eternal Asia that is still unspoilt. Rice paddies as far as the eye can see, rows of coconut palms and sugar palms, bamboo hedges... From South Vietnam to the very heart of Cambodia, nature will exert its hypnotic power over you! Get on your bike and meet the local communities, cruise through the canals of Cân Tho and discover one of the most impressive wonders of the world: Angkor temple. A programme rich in emotions, encounters and discoveries awaits you!

Prices are variable and should be requested from the agency

Length of stay

16 days / 14 nights

Minimum number of participants

Privatized trip from 2 persons

Customisable programme

Highlights

Accompaniment by local French-speaking guides
Lunches in local restaurants and at local people's homes
Meeting with the inhabitants of the village of Vung Liem
Variety of activities on offer: cookery classes, cycling, walking and boat trips, etc.

Programme
Rates
Practical information
The human trip plus

Days 1 and 2

Ho Chi Minh

Paris-Saigon

Meet at the airport. Departure from Paris on Vietnam Airlines (other airlines available on request).

Arrival in Ho Chi Minh the following morning. Welcome at the airport and transfer to the 3* hotel. Free time to recover. Meals on your own.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3

Cultural discovery of Saigon

After breakfast, visit the city's main historic sites: the old Saigon Post Office, Notre-Dame Cathedral and Dong Khoi Street, the Chinese quarter of Cholon with the Binh Tay market and the Thien Hau pagoda.
In the afternoon, visit to the War Museum. Free time. Meals on your own.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4

Long Island

Discover Long Island by bike

After breakfast, departure for Long Island, untouched by tourism and covered in huge orchards.
After a ferry transfer, off you go for a bike ride, the only means of transport on the island.
Lunch with the locals, then continue the walk to meet the local people and learn about their habits and customs.

Dinner and overnight at a local's house in Vinh Long.

Day 5

Vung Liem, Can Tho

Immersion in local life from Vinh Long to Can Tho

Wake up at the crack of dawn to take full advantage of the local life, which comes alive very early in the morning!
Discover the market, accompanied by the mother of the family. An excellent cook, she will be able to advise you on the choice of vegetables and spices to negotiate for your cooking class. Breakfast followed by a long bike ride to discover the Vietnamese people of the south.
On your return, a cooking class during which you prepare your own Vietnamese meal.
Lunch then departure for Vung Liem.
Visit to a Khmer pagoda. Drive to Can Tho.

Dinner and overnight in a 3* hotel.

Day 6

Caj Rang

Discovery day from Can Tho to Chau Doc

Embarkation on the Mystic Mekong at 7.00 am. Discovery of the Caj Rang floating market.
Breakfast provided by the crew.
Stroll through the labyrinth of canals surrounding Cân Tho.
Back on the quay, then on to Chau Doc for a visit to the Tay An pagoda and the tomb of Thoai Ngoc Hau.

Free meals and overnight in a 4* hotel.

Day 7

Tinh Bien, Ta Keo

Transfer to Cambodia Phnom Penh

After breakfast, drive to Phnom Penh. Lunch in a simple local restaurant.
Visit to the Take region. Visit to the Buddhist temple of Ta Prohm de Bati and then Yeay Peau. Finally, visit the pre-Angkorian temple of Phom Chisor.
Arrival in Phnom Penh in the late afternoon. Dinner at leisure and overnight in a 3* hotel.

Day 8

Cultural discovery of Phnom Penh

After breakfast, you will set off to discover the city of Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, situated at the confluence of the four arms of the Mekong. The programme includes a visit to the Independence Monument, Wat Phnom, the National Museum, the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda and the Tuol Tumpoung market.

Free meals and overnight at the hotel.

Day 9

Kompong Chhnang, Kompong Luong

On the road to Battam Bang

After breakfast, we take the road to Battam Bang through rice fields and traditional houses on stilts.
After a 2-hour drive, stop in Kompong Chhnang for a walk through traditional pottery villages.
Continue on to Kompong Luong for a boat trip to explore the village.
Lunch in a local restaurant.
Continue by road to Battam Bang.

Dinner on your own and overnight in a 3* hotel.

Day 10

Wat EK Phnom, Prasat Banon

Cultural discovery of Battam Bang

After breakfast, we set off to explore the town of Battambang and its French colonial-style houses. We then visit the temple of Wat EK Phnom. On the way, we can watch a local family making rice cakes and meet the locals.
In the afternoon, drive along the river to discover the suspension bridges linking the villages. Passing through fields of orange trees, you arrive at the temple of Prasat Banon. Free meals and overnight at the hotel.

Day 11

Chong Khneas, Siem Reap

From Battam Bang to Siem Reap

Depending on the season: cruise on board a traditional private boat on the Sangké River to the village of Chong Khneas, OR drive to Siem Reap through rice fields and countryside.
Lunch in a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, visit the Angkor National Museum, one of the new Wonders of the World!
Dinner on your own and overnight in a 3* hotel.

Day 12

Roluos, Angkor Thom

Visit to the temples of Roluos and Angkor Thom

After breakfast, we set off to discover one of the oldest cities in the region: the temples of Roluos.
In the afternoon, visit Angkor Thom starting with the south gate, the famous 1213th century Bayon, dedicated to Buddhism.
Continue on to the Terrace of the Elephants, then the Terrace of the Leper King.
Free meals and overnight at the hotel.

Day 13

Angkor Wat, Banteay Srei, Ta Prohm

Cultural discovery day from Angkor Wat to Ta Prohm

After breakfast, we set off to discover the temple of Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
In the afternoon, departure for Banteay Srei where one of the most impressive jewels of Khmer art remains. On the way back, visit the ancient Ta Prohm monastery. Free meal and overnight at the hotel.

Day 14

Beng Melea

Return to Siem Reap via Beng Melea

After breakfast, departure for Beng Melea, where part of Jean-Jacques Annaud's film "Les Deux Frères" was shot.
Far from the hustle and bustle of Angkor Wat, Beng Melea lends itself particularly well to reverie and meditation.

Return to Siem Reap around midday. Free time. Free meals and overnight at the hotel.

Days 15 & 16

Hanoi

Return to Paris via Hanoi

Then breakfast. Free time. Transfer to the airport in the late afternoon. Dinner and services on board.
Arrival in France the following morning.

Price per person from €2,490 incl. VAT

- Based on 2 participants

This price includes :

Transportation (incl. VAT) from Paris* with Vietnam Airlines (starting from, average price recorded in low season: €965; the final price will be readjusted according to the air fare on the day of booking).
Return airport transfers and private chauffeur-driven air-conditioned transport.
Accommodation in 3* / 4* hotels and with local people.
The meals mentioned.
Boat and bike trips are also on the programme.
Entrance fees to tourist sites.
Local French-speaking guides.

At your expense :

Optional multi-risk cancellation, assistance and repatriation luggage insurance.
Visa and invitation fees for Vietnam and Cambodia.
Drinks and meals not mentioned in the programme.
Personal expenses and activities not explicitly mentioned in the programme.
Tips to guides and drivers.
Photo and camera rights on certain sites.

* Price from Paris. Please contact us for any other departure city.

For a group request (from 10 people) or to customize your trip, please contact us.

Comfort

Accommodation alternates between 3 and 4-star hotels of our choice and nights with local people.

Climate and equipment

CLIMATE

In Vietnam :

The country's climate is subject to two monsoons a year.
The south of Vietnam enjoys almost constant heat, accompanied by high humidity. The dry, sunny period extends from December to April.

In Cambodia :

Cambodia's climate is characterised by two highly influential monsoons, which alternate to mark the seasons:
From May to October, the south-west monsoon dominates, characterised by heavy rain and strong winds. It is very humid during this period. In contrast, the north-east monsoon, which blows from November to March, brings very little rain.
From April onwards, the heat and humidity become unbearable, but the best tourist sites will be less crowded and you'll be able to admire them at your own pace.
EQUIPMENT AND HEALTH ADVICE
- Bring comfortable clothes that allow you to be active (sports shoes, long-sleeved shirts, swimming costumes, hats, etc.) as well as mosquito repellent, a headlamp, sheets or a duvet and your toiletries, including a bath towel.
*Please note that malaria is present in some areas. If you would like information on treatment and protection methods, please consult your GP.
- To avoid plastic water bottle waste, bring your own water bottle.

Health

No compulsory vaccination. Must be up to date with vaccinations.
Recommended vaccination: Hepatitis A.
Water: drink only bottled mineral water.

More information on the Pasteur website.

Formalities

PASSPORT
The expiry date of the French passport must be more than 6 months after the end date of the stay in Vietnam.
VISA :

In Vietnam :

You need a visa to enter Vietnam. You can apply for one at the Vietnamese Embassy in Paris or on the spot, on presentation of the invitation that we will send you.

In Cambodia :

A visa is compulsory. It can be issued at Phnom Penh international airport by the immigration authorities on payment of a fee of 20$ (please bring a 4 x 6 cm passport photo).

Our partner for your visa procedures: VISA FIRST
A special number dedicated to Human Trip clients: 01.82.88.07.82
For each visa given to our partner, 1€ is donated to our association
More information on the France Diplomatie website.

Our opinion

The best of Cambodia & South Vietnam in 16 days, at your own pace, accompanied by French-speaking local guides to help you understand the culture and facilitate your exchanges with the local people. An original private tour at the price of a group trip!