Departures: every Wednesday in August.
Hanoi - Halong Bay - Da Nang - Hoi An - Hue - Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta - Siem Reap
A trip that incorporates the highlights and essentials of Vietnam and Cambodia. A perfect trip for those seeking a deeper understanding of both countries in a relatively short time. These incredible countries will come alive as you meet local people and immerse yourself in their culture. The first part of the tour will take you to Vietnam's cultural capital, Hanoi, and the stunning Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During the 3 days in Siem Reap (Cambodia), you will have the opportunity to enjoy the magnificent Temples of Angkor, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Circuit details
- Scheduled international flights.
- Domestic flights: Hanoi-Da Nang, Hui-Ho Chi Minh-Siem Reap.
- Transfers, visits, and excursions as described in the itinerary, in regular service and with local Spanish-speaking guides, except on board the Halong Bay cruise where guides are not permitted; clients will be assisted by the ship's crew in English.
- 8 lunches at local restaurants (drinks not included).
- 2 nights hotel in Hanoi, with breakfast.
- 1 night cruise in Halong Bay (with lunch, dinner, and brunch) (drinks not included).
- 2 nights hotel in Hoi An, with breakfast.
- 1 night hotel in Hue, with breakfast.
- 2 nights hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, with breakfast.
- 2 nights hotel in Siem Reap, with breakfast.
- 2 nights hotel in Siem Reap, with breakfast.
- 2 nights hotel in Siem Reap, with breakfast.
- 2 nights hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, with breakfast.
- 2 nights hotel in Siem Reap, with breakfast.
- 2 nights hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, with breakfast.
- 2 nights hotel in Siem Reap, with breakfast. Breakfast.
- Entrance fees to the sites detailed in the itinerary.
- Cycle ride (in Hanoi) and tuk-tuk ride (in Siem Reap).
- Boat trip on the Thu Bon River, the Mekong Delta, and Tonle Sap Lake.
- Bottle of water and refreshing towel per day of excursion.
- Plus travel assistance insurance.
- Tips.
- Optional insurance.
- Vietnam visa application fee (USD 40 per person, single entry).
- Vietnam visa fee (USD 25 per person, single entry).
- Cambodia visa (USD 35 per person, processed and paid directly at the point of entry: airport or border).
- Drinks.
- Mandatory supplements during public holidays in Vietnam and Cambodia. Please inquire in each case.
- Generally, any extra services not specified above, such as special meals, personal expenses, or anything else not specified as included.
- MANAGEMENT EXPENSES - From the moment the reservation is made €30 / reservation
- FLIGHTS (INTERNATIONAL AND LOCAL): 100% penalty from the moment the issuance of air tickets. Change of date and name Not allowed.
- GROUND SERVICES:
Cancellations received up to 36 days prior to the start date of the services, without penalty .
Cancellations received between 35 and 25 days prior to the start date of the services, will have a penalty of 30% of the total cost of the services.
Cancellations received between 24 and 10 days prior to the start date of the services, they will have a penalty of 50% of the total cost of the services.
Cancellations received between 9 and 4 days prior to the start date of the services , will have a penalty of 75% of the total cost of the services.
Cancellations received from 3 days prior to the start date of the services, will have a 100% penalty.
-Guaranteed departures from 2 passengers, with arrival in Hanoi on Thursdays during the month of August.
-The deadline for booking requests for this tour or extra services will be 15 days prior to arrival in Vietnam for guaranteed departures and 30 days prior for non-guaranteed departures (private services). After this deadline, any new booking, change, or added service will incur an emergency handling fee. Requests for changes or additional services cannot be guaranteed after the booking deadline.
-Night Transfers (hotel/airport/hotel): Transfers for international flights arriving or departing between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM will incur a surcharge.
-Delays in International Flight Arrivals: In the event of a delay of more than 3 hours on arrival flights to the destination airports, a surcharge will be applied to cover the waiting time for the guide and vehicle. Payment is made directly at the destination.
-Depending on the departure time of the return flight from Siem Reap to your home city, there may not be enough time to complete the planned excursion that day.
If the client chooses to purchase a flight departing before 5:00 PM, they will not have enough time to complete the activity, and there will be no refund.
-Free Time: During free time, clients will not have access to transportation or a local guide.
-Possible Route Change: Our representative in Vietnam has the right to modify the program for the client's benefit or due to force majeure. The itinerary is subject to change depending on the flights chosen by the client, as well as weather conditions.
-Possible Changes to Accommodations: If it is not possible to confirm the planned hotels for any of the departures, the client will be offered an alternative within the same contracted category.
-Regarding accommodations, please note that in Vietnam and Cambodia there is no official hotel rating system. The hotel categories offered in this program are for guidance only, comparing them to categories in Europe; they are not official categories.
-Triple Rooms
: Triple cabins are not available on Halong Bay cruises. Guests who have booked a triple room will have one double cabin and one single cabin during the cruise. Triple rooms in hotels generally only have two beds.-Breakfast included in hotels has assigned times according to each hotel's policies, generally between 6:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Outside of these times, guests will forfeit this service. Room service and breakfast bags are available at an additional cost.
-Early arrival at the hotel on the first day of travel does not guarantee room availability. Standard check-in times apply unless additional nights are purchased to guarantee immediate access to the rooms. Rooms are generally available from 3:00 PM. Check-out time is between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Room availability outside of these hours will incur an extra charge. Please inquire for details.
-Luggage: In case of lost luggage by the airlines, it is the passenger's responsibility to file a claim and contact the airline directly to arrange for delivery or any applicable compensation. Luxotour will not be responsible for any claims related to lost or damaged luggage.
-Persons with Reduced Mobility: Some locations, hotels, and transportation options are not wheelchair accessible. Please check and notify us before making your reservation. Any additional expenses for assistance required throughout the tour will be the responsibility of the client.
-Special Diets: Cases of food intolerances (allergies, celiac disease, vegetarian food, etc.) must be communicated before arrival in Vietnam, although it is not possible to guarantee any type of special diet or menu.
-Consumer Withdrawal: The tour is sold as a fixed package, therefore there will be no refund or discount for services that clients decide not to use or in which they cannot participate due to personal or medical reasons, flight schedules, or other events.
-Conduct During the Trip: If a passenger's attitude jeopardizes the operation of the tour and/or causes discomfort to the rest of the group, they will be obliged to leave the tour without any discount or refund for the services they cannot use.
-Credit Card: Generally, hotels They require the passenger to provide a credit card or cash deposit as a guarantee to facilitate services such as telephone calls, extras in bars and restaurants, minibar, laundry, room service charges, etc.
-Personal Documentation and Entry Requirements for Vietnam and Cambodia: It is the client's responsibility to inform themselves about the current entry and exit regulations of the country they are traveling to, as well as to carry the personal documents required by the authorities. Luxotour assumes no responsibility in this regard. Please note that visa regulations, health requirements, transit and entry requirements vary from country to country and may be subject to change at short notice.
Los precios publicados para niños solo son válidos para menores de 12 años y siempre compartiendo habitación con dos adultos. A partir de los 12 años cumplidos pagan como adulto. Máximo 2 niños por habitación.
Day 1: CITY OF ORIGIN - HANOI
Departure on a scheduled flight to Hanoi. Night on board.
Day 2: HANOI
What will you see today?
Hanoi
Day 3: HANOI
What will you see today?
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
One Pillar Pagoda
Day 4: HANOI – HALONG BAY
Breakfast and departure by road to Halong Bay, which in Vietnamese means “the dragon that descends from the sea”, and according to legend, it was a dragon who formed the islands in the bay. Embark on a wonderful cruise to visit the bay. Lunch on board. The navigation continues to discover thousands of islands and islets with abundant vegetation that emerge in the bay with their unusual shapes and different sizes. The emerald waters of this legendary natural treasure take us to explore sublime islands such as the Turtle Island, the Dog Island, the Man's Head Island, etc. Due to its unique beauty, geological peculiarity, biological wealth, cultural and historical significance, Halong Bay was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1994 and included in the list of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World since 2011. Beyond contemplating the magnificent landscape, we enjoy free time or some of the optional activities such as swimming, kayaking or participating in a Vietnamese cooking demonstration on the boat's terrace. Dinner and accommodation on board.
(The cruise itinerary will be adjusted according to weather conditions).
What will you see today?
Halong Bay
Day 5: HALONG BAY – DA NANG – HOI AN
At sunrise, for those interested, there will be a Tai Chi class on the sun terrace. The cruise continues through the bay of almost 2,000 limestone islands, to continue enjoying its unique landscapes. Take advantage of this moment to take the best photos of this natural wonder. Late breakfast (brunch) on board to recharge your batteries and begin the return to land. Disembark at the Halong pier and transfer to Hanoi airport to take a local flight to Da Nang. Arrival and transfer to your hotel in Hoi An. At dusk, transfer to the pier to board a boat and cruise along the Hoai River. This river has a very special meaning for the inhabitants of Hoi An. When night falls, the streets are illuminated with lanterns and coloured lights, and lanterns are even thrown into the river to ask for good omens. The city looks bright and mysterious at night. Once the cruise is over, disembark and the rest of the night is free to explore the area. Transfer to the hotel at the client's expense. Accommodation.
What will you see today?
Hoi An
Halong Bay
Day 6: HOI AN
Breakfast at the hotel and departure for a panoramic tour of Hoi An, a major Asian trading port in the 17th and 18th centuries, whose architecture and relaxed lifestyle have changed little in recent years. Arrival in the Old Town, from where we will begin our walking tour through the old town center to visit Phung Hung (Old Merchant House), the over 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, the Phuc Kien Hall, the old Tan Ky House with its traditional architecture, and the Sa Huynh History Museum. Lunch at a local restaurant. Free afternoon to enjoy the beach, stroll through the colorful central market, or do some shopping. Overnight stay.
Recommendations: For this free afternoon, we suggest enjoying the beach, visiting My Son or Tra Que Village, visiting the Hand Bridge, or having a coffee in the Old Town.
What will you see today?
Hoi An
Tan Ky House
Day 7: HOI AN – DA NANG – HUE
Recommendations: For your free time, we suggest taking a cycle tour, booking a traditional massage, or visiting the night market.
What will you see today?
Da Nang
Ling Ung Pagoda
Day 8: HUE – HO CHI MINH
What will you see today?
Hue Imperial Citadel
Hue
Day 9: HO CHI MINH – CU CHI TUNNELS – HO CHI MINH
What will you see today?
Cuchi Tunnels
Ho Chi Minh
Day 10: HO CHI MINH – MEKONG DELTA – SIEM REAP
What will you see today?
Mekong Delta
Cambodia
Day 11: SIEM REAP - ANGKOR THOM - SIEM REAP
What will you see today?
Siem Reap
Bayon Temple
Day 12: SIEM REAP
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for a nearby village where we board a boat to begin our excursion on Tonle Sap Lake (“Freshwater Lake” in Khmer), the largest lake in Southeast Asia. It is estimated that there are around 200 floating villages in the area, making it central to the lives of Cambodians. We explore the lives of the lake's inhabitants, visiting the hospital, church, school, and market. On the way back to Siem Reap, we will visit the artisans of D’Angkor, an exemplary center that aims to protect and maintain traditional crafts, as well as train young Cambodians. Here you can find the most authentic handmade Cambodian products and see artisans working in various disciplines, including wood carving, pottery, and copper work. Lunch at a local restaurant and transfer to the airport. Important Note: To participate in this excursion, the client must book a flight departing from Siem Reap after 5:00 PM.Otherwise, the activities planned for this day will not be possible.
Flight from Siem Reap Angkor Airport to your hometown.
What will you see today?
Lago Tonle Sap
Day 13: HOMETOWN
Arrival, end of the trip and of our services.