Essential Vietnam & Cambodia
From AUD $3469
Small Group
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Rating
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Essential Vietnam & Cambodia
17 days
Small Group
Budget
Light
English
Experience Overview
A wide-ranging adventure showcasing the region’s natural wonders and fascinating cultures, this 17-day trip offers a combination of guided excursions and free time to explore beaches, ruins, urban culture, and awe-inspiring landscapes.
A wide-ranging adventure showcasing the region’s natural wonders and fascinating cultures, this 17-day trip offers a combination of guided excursions and free time to explore beaches, ruins, urban culture, and awe-inspiring landscapes. Cruise overnight on a traditional sailing junk boat in Halong Bay. Witness the heights of Cambodia's past at Angkor Wat, and contemplate its lows by walking the infamous Killing Fields. Although many activities are included, there is still plenty of time to explore on your own and create the ultimate adventure.
Highlights
- Sail on a junk boat through Halong Bay
- Sip iced coffee in Ho Chi Minh City
- Float through the Mekong Delta
- Enjoy sunrise over breathtaking Angkor Wat
Trip Details
17 days
Train, air-conditioned bus, plane, walking, tuk-tuk, boat.
Small Group
English
Hanoi, Vietnam
Bangkok, Thailand
Budget
Classic
Light
Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi
There are no planned activities today until an evening welcome meeting. After the meeting, opt for dinner out with the group.
Day 2: Hanoi/Ha Long
Drive to Bai Chay harbour, the jumping off point for Ha Long Bay. Thousands of islands with intricate cave systems rise dramatically from the waters. Sail past limestone karst mountains in the junk boat and stop to visit some of the islands and caves.
In the evening, devour a seafood dinner, then opt to enjoy a drink on deck under the stars.
Day 3: Ha Long/Huế
Interested in local cuisine? Opt to pre-book the "Hanoi Foodie Culture Tour" activity on the checkout page to include this optional on your tour.
Day 4: Huế
Arrive early to Hue, once the imperial capital of Vietnam. Start the day with a visit to the Tien Mu Pagoda followed by a visit to the tomb of one of Vietnam's former emperors. After, opt for a vegetarian lunch at a local nunnery.
While in the city, try some local Hue specialties such as banh khoai (Hue savoury pancakes), and banh bot loc boc tom thit (thin rice paper filled with meat and shrimp). Wash it all down with a Hue beer.
Opt to pre-book the "Hue Motorbike Tour" activity on the checkout page ahead of time, to include this optional on your tour.
Day 5: Huế/Hoi An
Cross the Hai Van Pass (weather permitting), with fantastic views in all directions, before arriving to Hoi An in the afternoon.
With three nights here, there's plenty of time to explore all this charming town has to offer.
Day 6: Hoi An
Day 7: Hoi An
Day 8: Hoi An/Ho Chi Minh City
Drive to Da Nang for the flight to Ho Chi Minh City, once the capital of South Vietnam and the country's commercial centre. Start exploring the small alleys and busy streets, keeping an eye out for laquerware shops and delicious local food stalls.
Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City
Use free time to visit the Thien Hau and Giac Vien pagodas and stroll through the immense Ben Thanh Market. The Reunification Palace, the city's Chinese quarter of Cholon, and the War Remnants Museum are also well worth a visit.
Day 10: Ho Chi Minh City
Day 11: 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 12: 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 13: 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 14: 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 15: Siem Reap
Day 16: Siem Reap/Bangkok
Day 17: Bangkok
Not ready to leave this vibrant city? Extend your stay with post-tour accommodation – your CEO can give you a hand.
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Duration: 17 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
A wide-ranging adventure showcasing the region’s natural wonders and fascinating cultures, this 17-day trip offers a combination of guided excursions and free time to explore beaches, ruins, urban culture, and awe-inspiring landscapes.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 16 May 2026
Customer Reviews
12/31/2023
G Adventures provides well-organized tours, hassle-free and with good experiences.
12/31/2023
I would certainly recommend G Adventures, but would make sure they look into travel times between each destination.
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
12/31/2023
G Adventures provides well-organized tours, hassle-free and with good experiences.
12/31/2023
I would certainly recommend G Adventures, but would make sure they look into travel times between each destination.
12/31/2023
Tour had plenty of free time at each location, other tour groups seem to rush through with little or no relax time
12/30/2023
Had great trip. Expect for getting sick
12/30/2023
Well organized. reliable. financially stable
12/30/2023
well organized and run tours. CEO looks after individuals and any problems they may encounter
12/30/2023
The CEO and the organization (quality of transport, hotels used and optional activities and guides used)
12/30/2023
Reliability is the first thing that comes to mind. I love your attention to detail and overall execution of the trip. I really appreciated the sense of safety that was provided and overall feeling of inclusion.
12/30/2023
The quality of organization, content covering all main 'attractions' and availability of options allowing the change of pace if needed and the overall feeling of safety provided by the CEO. And the fact that all practicalities and local quirks are clearly explain and pointed in advance.
12/29/2023
Really enjoyed the trip and Vinh our guide was fantastic
12/29/2023
Seeing a country such as Vietnam or Cambodia it is essential to have a well informed and educated guide. G tours provided this.
12/29/2023
Great overall experience. It was great to have travel, accommodation and the key trips all organized so that I could sit back and enjoy the experience.
12/29/2023
Very well organized and the tour guide was superb!
12/28/2023
We had an excellent time some years ago on your boat in the Arctic but the overall communication and response to questions pre-travel was less than perfect. I had to request the vouchers for various things which should have been automatically sent and every query I made had to be referred back from one of your agents (?in South Africa) to head office.
11/28/2023
Good itinerary, superb CEO and made great memories with new friends.
12/28/2023
The trip was well planned, travel was hassle free and the guide super helpful.
12/27/2023
The experience is unparalleled, you get to see so much of the country and people through the various destinations/itinerary/activities
11/27/2023
I love small groups and itineraries of G Adventures
12/27/2023
Very organized when down to minute details. Fantastic itinerary that immerse you in the culture. Great sense of community building.
12/25/2023
The whole trip has been amazing and tam are CEO was the best tour guide ever
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