The People of the Mekong: Vietnam, Cambodia and Angkor Wat

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Dive deep into the ancient cultures of the Mekong, learning about daily village life, grand temples, UNESCO World Heritage Sites and traditional artistry from the people who live here.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • I like to spend much of the day exploring
    • Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full
    • Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group

What's this trip about?

    Dive deep into the ancient cultures of the Mekong, learning about daily village life, grand temples, UNESCO World Heritage Sites and traditional artistry from the people who live here.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityHanoi
End CitySiem Reap

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Photography
  • National Parks
  • Yoga, Meditation & Wellness
  • Relaxing Retreats
  • Holy Land

Destinations

Activities

  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Yoga & Meditation

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 In Transit to Program In Flight

Day 2 En Route In Flight

Day 3 Arrive in Hanoi, Hotel Check-in, Welcome Dinner Hanoi

Hotel check-in available from 2:00pm. See your program’s travel details regarding transfers. Due to scattered arrivals throughout the day, group Orientation will be held tomorrow.

Hotel check-in available from 2:00pm. Check in to the hotel, relax and freshen up ...

Day 4 Orientation, Cooking Class, Old Quarter, Water Puppet Show Hanoi

Motorcoach transfer to the cooking class is approximately 2 miles/3.2 kilometres. Electric car ride around the Old Quarter in the afternoon.

Orientation: Your Group Leader will greet everyone with a warm welcome and lead introductions. In addition to the program...

Day 5 Ba Dinh Square, Museum of Ethnology, Free Afternoon Hanoi

Getting on/off motorcoach; minimal driving time. Walking up to 2 miles total throughout the day; paved walkway at Ba Dinh Square. Wearing shorts, tank tops and hats are not permitted at Ba Dinh Square.

This morning we will be joined by a local expert for a prese...

Day 6 Ha Long Bay, Board Vietnamese Junk, Fishing Village Ha Long Bay

Driving approximately 113 miles (181 kilometres) / 3.5 hours, with a stop along the way. Getting on/off a Vietnamese Junk boat. We will anchor and spend the night on board the boat. Land excursions require getting in/out of rowboats, which comfortably seat 4 people pl...

Day 7 Ha Long Bay, Transfer to Hanoi, Fly to Ho Chi Minh City Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

Land excursions require getting in/out of rowboats. Walking approximately 1 mile in total throughout the day, including through a cave on rocky and uneven terrain, with some steps. The cave entrance has steep stairs with no hand railings. Drive from Ha Long Bay to Han...

Day 8 Economic Development Lecture, Walking Discovery of the City Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

Walking approximately 3 miles/5 kilometres in total throughout the day; indoors and outdoors, on sidewalks and city streets, some stairs.

We begin our day by visiting a local university for a private lecture on Economic Development in the Mekong Delta. Following...

Day 9 Cu Chi Tunnels, Free Time Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

The Cu Chi Tunnels are located outside the city, approximately 3 hours round trip by coach (depending on traffic). Walking about 3 miles/5 kilometres in total throughout the day; indoors and outdoors, on sidewalks and city streets, some stairs.

This morning we e...

Day 10 Cruise the Mekong Delta, Transfer to Chau Doc Chau Doc

Getting in/out of small boats; standing and sitting in between; about 1 hour travel on the boats. Driving approximately 88 miles (142 kilometres) / 4 hours, with stops. Walking up to 1 mile in total throughout the day.

We depart for the Mekong Delta and begin ou...

Day 11 Sam Mountain, Temple Visits, Free Time Chau Doc

Short drive up to the top of Sam Mountain via motorcoach. Walking up to ½ mile (1 hour) at approximately 600 feet in elevation; dirt path to the viewing platform.

This morning we take a field trip to Sam Mountain, the highest elevation on the Mekong. The mountai...

Day 12 Border Crossing via Speedboat, Discover Phnom Penh Phnom Penh

Getting on/off speedboat; ride is approximately 69 miles (111 kilometres) / 4-5 hours. Be sure to have your passport accessible for border crossing; border formalities can take up to 1 hour depending on how busy the border station is. Walking up to 1 mile/3.2 kilometr...

Day 13 S-21, Choeung Ek Killing Fields Memorial, Free Time Phnom Penh

Driving approximately 10 miles (16 kilometres) / 1 hour one way. Walking approximately 2 miles/3.2 kilometres total throughout the day; some stairs at S-21, narrow dirt paths at Choeung Ek Killing Fields Memorial. These sites require reverence for victims of historica...

Day 14 Drive to Siem Reap, Silk Farm in Kampong Thom Siem Reap

This will be a full day trip. Driving approximately 200 miles/320 kilometres throughout the day; from Phnom Penh to Kampong Thom is approximately 96 miles (155 kilometres) / 2.5 hours; from Kampong Thom to Siem Reap is approximately 100 miles (160 kilometres) / 2.5 ho...

Day 15 Ta Prohm, Banteay Srei,Traditional Cambodian Dance Siem Reap

This will be a full-day field trip. Getting in/out of motorcoach frequently; short drives. Standing and sitting in the morning sun in hot and humid weather. Walking approximately 2 miles in total throughout the day on uneven terrain; sturdy and closed-toe footwear rec...

Day 16 Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Free Time Siem Reap

Early rise and transfer to Angkor Wat to watch sunrise. Driving about 8 miles/12.9 kilometres for the day, approximately ½ hour. Walking approximately 2 miles; periods of standing and sitting at sites in hot and humid weather.

Setting out with a local expert bef...

Day 17 Program Concludes In Flight

Hotel check-out by 12:00noon. See your program’s travel details regarding transfers.

Transfer to Siem Reap airport (for those who have booked their flights through Road Scholar) for flights home. If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on ind...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,849
Price per day$226
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 14
  • Number of Lunch: 11
  • Number of Dinner: 10
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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