Vietnam and Cambodia Tour Route from Start to Finish

Tour details

EXAMPLE HOTELS

HANOI

M Village Tho Nhuom Hotel 4* etc.

SIEM REAP

Baitong Heritage 4* etc.

SAIGON

Adora Mira 4* etc.

PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENT

This tour is organized with a minimum participation requirement of 20 people.  If sufficient participation is not achieved, the final cancellation notice date is 20 days before the tour start date. The tour canceled due to insufficient participation will be notified to you through your agency.

VISA

FOR VIETNAM

Ordinary Passport                         Visa required         

Green Passport                               Visa not required

Service Passport                       Visa not required

 

FOR CAMBODIA

Ordinary Passport                          Visa required         

Green Passport                               Visa not required

Service Passport                        Visa not required

This document will be provided to you by your agency for a fee. In addition to the C1 document, our guests will obtain their visas by paying at the border. Two photos are required at the border (white background, 4x6 cm). As for the Cambodia visa; (A visa must be obtained for the Green passport.)  The passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from the tour end date and must be one of the new chip passports.  Two photos (white background, 4x6 cm) For Cambodia, our guests will be able to obtain their visas by paying 30 USD at the border.  – Border visa fees may change by country decision.)

You must have a passport valid for 6 months from the end date of travel and not older than 10 years.

HEALTH

There is no vaccination requirement for Turkish citizens entering Vietnam and Cambodia. We do not think that there will be any problem that will adversely affect your health during the lunch and dinner meals we will eat in the good restaurants of the regions. During the tour, we recommend that you do not drink tap water and consume only bottled water that will be opened by you for the first time.

FLIGHT DURATIONS

Istanbul              -           Hanoi                 11 hours 20 minutes

Saigon                    -            Istanbul                11 hours 55 minutes

OPTIONAL TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Optional tours and activities are organized by the local agency we use, subject to a minimum participation of 20 people, and participation is not mandatory. If the required number is not reached, the tours may not take place or the prices, content, and vehicle to be used for optional tours/activities may vary according to the number of participants. In addition, the days and times of optional tours/activities may be changed by the guide depending on the opening/closing status of the museums, ruins, or venue in the places to be visited and the weather conditions.

ACCOMMODATION

During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be used at a distance greater than the stated kilometers. 

Triple rooms may be provided depending on hotel availability, and the bed offered to the 3rd person in such rooms may be smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed and 1 extra bed. Since extra beds are foldable and so-called coach beds, participants are deemed to have declared that they accept the possible cramped conditions in the rooms and the bed type in reservations for the 3rd person and/or children. 

Child discounts are valid for only one (1) child staying with 2 adults and matching the age group specified in the pricing section. 

Breakfasts included in the tour program are served in accordance with the breakfast culture of the country visited, generally as a limited menu called continental breakfast, consisting of butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee, and may be served in a separate hall allocated to the group.

CURRENCY

Vietnam’s currency is the Vietnamese Dong (VND)

It is advisable to have US Dollars (USD) with you.

TIME ZONE

There is a +5 hour difference between Turkey and both countries. When it is 12:00 in Turkey, it is 17:00 in the countries we will travel to

TELEPHONE USAGE

All mobile phone operators can be used if your phone has international roaming enabled. However, network problems may occur in some areas to be visited.

CLOTHING AND NECESSARY ITEMS

We recommend that you bring T-shirts, short- and long-sleeved shirts, cotton trousers, comfortable walking shoes, and a light jacket or cardigan for the evenings. We recommend that you choose non-synthetic, cotton clothing. You may also bring a raincoat and umbrella in case of rain. In addition, you may also bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, earplugs for possible noise, a camera, a video camera, and their chargers and spare memory cards.

FOOD CULTURE

The region has a cuisine that is quite similar to Far Eastern food culture. We advise you not to buy anything from street vendors. In addition, you will notice that the meals we will have in the restaurants and hotels we will visit suit your taste.

SHOPPING

In Hanoi, there is a large shopping area spread across side streets. Rich in silk fabric and souvenirs, everything in Hanoi is very cheap. In Siem Reap, Psar Chaa and Night Market are suitable places for clothing and souvenir shopping.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Having a valid passport and/or having obtained a visa (for destinations/passports requiring a visa) does not mean that entry into the country will be granted. The passport police have the authority not to admit you into the country. The agency is not responsible for this situation; responsibility belongs to the traveler.  

The agency is an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. There may be a risk of delay on scheduled and special flights, or times may change before the current tour and flight. The agency is obliged to notify these changes as soon as possible. Our passengers have purchased the tour knowing and accepting that flight details may change. Children aged 0-2 do not pay airport tax and airport service fees. 

The panoramic city tours included in the tour package are tours of up to 2-3 hours, organized for the general introduction of the cities and conducted panoramically from the vehicle with guide commentary, excluding museum and historical site entries. Panoramic tours, including the other tours specified in the program, are not the responsibility of the agency if they cannot be carried out on the day and time of the tour because local authorities do not allow visits or entry, or because of closed roads due to any event, or when the tour becomes impossible due to weather conditions. Some tours may be carried out by public transport or on foot where possible at closed roads or points where vehicle access is not permitted.

What's included
  • Round-trip economy class airline tickets and taxes with Turkish Airlines for Istanbul – Hanoi/Saigon - Istanbul
  • Economy class airline ticket and taxes between Hanoi – Siem Reap with local airlines
  • Economy class airline ticket and taxes between Siem Reap – Saigon with local airlines
  • 3 nights in Hanoi, 3 nights in Siem Reap, and 3 nights in Saigon in 4-star hotels, for a total of 9 nights of bed and breakfast accommodation
  • Excursions indicated as included in the program
  • Panoramic Saigon City Tour
  • Panoramic Hanoi City Tour
  • Turkish-speaking guide service
  • TURSAB mandatory professional liability insurance
  • Travel and health insurance (a surcharge applies for those over 65 years of age).
Not included
  • Fees for personal and official items such as the overseas exit tax stamp, visa, etc.
  • Vietnam C1 Certificate (100 USD per person, it is not a visa, it is a document required to obtain a visa.)
  • All kinds of personal expenses and hotel extras
  • All services not explicitly stated in the program and included services
  • Museum and archaeological site entrance fees not explicitly stated as “visited” in the program
  • Optional tours and activities, if any, in the program
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages taken with included meals, if any, in the program
  • Domestic connecting flights and domestic transportation fees
  • Driver allowances and tips are excluded
Tour Program
Istanbul – Hanoi
Our tour begins with our meeting at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal. After completing ticketing, baggage, and boarding procedures, we depart for Hanoi on a Turkish Airlines flight. Upon our arrival in Hanoi in the late afternoon local time, we will transfer to our hotel with our private vehicle waiting for us to rest. Overnight at our hotel.
Hanoi
After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, we will begin the Hanoi Panoramic City Tour. Our first stop will be the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, a symbol of the country’s struggle for independence and built for Vietnam’s legendary leader, who passed away in 1969. Next, we will have a photo stop by the Presidential Palace, which stands out with its architecture dating back to the French colonial period, viewing it from the outside. Our next destination is the Temple of Literature, founded in 1070, which holds the title of Vietnam’s first university and is also a symbol of wisdom and Confucian culture. Here, we will have the opportunity to closely examine the stone steles perched on turtle backs and the traditional architecture. Then, we visit the One Pillar Pagoda, one of Hanoi’s most distinctive temples, resembling a lotus flower and built in the 11th century by Emperor Ly Thai Tong. After completing our tour, we will transfer to our hotel and have free time. Overnight at our hotel.
Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hanoi
After breakfast at our hotel in the morning, we have free time. Guests who wish may join the optional Halong Bay Tour with Lunch (105 USD), organized by our guide. Halong Bay, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and considered one of the world’s most captivating natural wonders, is spread over an area of approximately 1,500 km² and consists of 1,969 limestone islets. This unique bay invites our guests to a true natural marvel with its enchanting scenery. During our full-day boat tour, while sailing among the fairy-tale-like limestone cliffs, we will have the chance to see some of Halong Bay’s most famous spots, such as Dinh Huong Island, Ga Choi (Kissing Chickens) Island, and the impressive Thien Cung (Heavenly Palace) Cave. At the specially served lunch on board, we will taste the flavors of Vietnamese cuisine, especially fresh seafood. At the end of our tour, we return to our hotel and have free time. Overnight at our hotel.
Hanoi – Siem Reap
After breakfast, our guests will have free time to enjoy their final hours in Hanoi. Then, at the time determined by our guide, we will transfer by private vehicle to Hanoi International Airport and take our local airline flight to Siem Reap. After an approximately 1 hour and 45 minute flight, we arrive in Siem Reap, the city of Cambodia famous for the Angkor temples. Upon arrival, we transfer to our hotel, check into our rooms, and have the opportunity to rest and recover from the day’s fatigue. Overnight at our hotel in Siem Reap.
Siem Reap – Koh Ker Pyramid Temple – Prasat Pram – Siem Reap
After breakfast at our hotel in the morning, free time. Guests who wish may join the optional “Koh Ker Pyramid & Prasat Pram Tour with Lunch” (120 USD), arranged by our guide. We depart to explore the mysterious temples of Koh Ker. Our first stop will be the Koh Ker Pyramid Temple, rising at the center of the ancient settlement that briefly served as the capital of the Khmer Empire in the 10th century and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With its stepped architecture approximately 38 meters high, symbolizing the sacred Mount Meru, this monumental structure is one of Cambodia’s most extraordinary temples, surrounded by endless forest scenery. Next, we visit Prasat Pram, hidden among dense tropical vegetation, consisting of three brick sanctuaries and two library buildings. We take a photo break at this temple, where giant tree roots have wrapped around some of the towers over the centuries, creating a striking blend of nature and ancient Khmer architecture. After our tour, we have lunch at a local restaurant and then transfer back to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Siem Reap
After breakfast at our hotel in the morning, you will have free time. Guests who wish may join the optional Lunch Included Grand Angkor Thom Tour (90 USD), arranged by our guide. We begin our Angkor Thom Tour, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the capital of the Khmer Empire in the 12th century. Our first stop is the South Gate, one of the most magnificent entrances to the city surrounded by 3.5-kilometer-long walls. Here, stone statues depicting the mythological Churning of the Ocean of Milk scene are lined up. We then visit Baphuon Temple, built in the 11th century and one of the important examples of temple-mountain architecture. Next, we tour Bayon Temple, located in the heart of Angkor Thom and famous for more than 200 faces carved on 54 towers. Our program continues with Ta Prohm Temple. Built in the 12th century, this temple stands out with the image of massive tropical tree roots fused with stone walls and has been preserved in its unrestored state. During our visit, we also see the Terrace of the Leper King, where royal ceremonies were held, and the Terrace of the Elephants, which hosted official processions with elephants. We will have lunch at a local restaurant serving regional delicacies. In the afternoon, we visit Angkor Wat, considered the largest religious structure in human history. Built in the 12th century by King Suryavarman II, this विशाल complex covers an area of 162 hectares and is regarded as the pinnacle of Khmer architecture. The reliefs and detailed carvings in its galleries depict scenes from Hindu mythology. After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Siem Reap – Tonle Sap – Siem Reap – Saigon
After breakfast at our hotel in the morning, we will have free time. Those who wish may join the optional Tonle Sap Lake Boat Tour (40 USD), organized by our guide. This lake, whose surface area changes from 2,500 km² to 16,000 km² with the monsoon rains, is one of the most important ecosystems not only in Cambodia but in the entire region. Thanks to its connection with the Mekong River, Tonle Sap is one of the rare rivers in the world whose direction changes. During our boat tour, we will get a close look at the communities built on the lake. Tens of thousands of families living around the lake have earned their livelihood for centuries from fishing and aquatic trade. Traditional houses built on stilts in the region are raised high on pillars to adapt to seasonal water levels. In addition, there are floating houses, primary schools, small shops, and even floating clinics on the lake. Tonle Sap alone accounts for about 75% of Cambodia’s freshwater fishery and is the country’s largest food source. Throughout our boat tour, we will have the opportunity to regularly observe this unique way of life. After the tour, we will transfer to Siem Reap Airport and take our scheduled local airline flight to Saigon. Upon arrival in Saigon, we will transfer to our hotel with our private vehicle waiting for us. Overnight at the hotel.
Saigon – Cu Chi Tunnels – Saigon
After breakfast at our hotel, we begin our panoramic city tour of Ho Chi Minh City, the largest city in Vietnam (formerly known as Saigon). Our first stop is the War Museum, which reflects the traces of the Vietnam War and presents the events that took place during the war through photographs, documents, and objects. Next, we will see the Opera House and the Historic Post Office, both notable for their architecture from the French colonial period. During our city tour, we will also see Notre-Dame Cathedral, built between 1877 and 1880 and distinguished by its red bricks. The final stop of our program is Ben Thanh Market, one of the city’s busiest shopping spots. After the tour, we return to our hotel and have free time. Guests who wish may join the optional Cu Chi Tunnels Tour (50 USD) organized by our guide. Located about 70 kilometers outside the city, the Cu Chi Tunnels—built by North Vietnamese forces during the Vietnam–U.S. War, one of the most dramatic events in recent history—became an underground city throughout the war, with a tunnel system stretching over 250 kilometers. Here, we closely observe the trenches, camps, traps, living areas, and underground passages from that period. After the tour, we will return to our hotel and have free time. Overnight at our hotel.
Saigon – Ba Den Mountain – Cao Dai Temple – Saigon
After breakfast at our hotel in the morning, free time. Those who wish may join the optional Ba Den Mountain and Cao Dai Temple Tour with Lunch (130 USD), organized by our guide. On this tour, our first stop will be Ba Den Mountain, which has a legendary place in the southern geography of Vietnam and in Buddhist belief culture, standing out with its captivating summit. After a pleasant cable car ride to the summit, the first things we will see will be the Buddha statues at the top. The Bodhisattva of Compassion stands 72 meters tall and holds the title of the tallest Bodhisattva statue located on a mountain peak in Asia. Then we will see the Di Lac Bodhisattva, known as the Buddha of the Future, weighing over 5,000 tons and representing joy, peace, and abundance. After seeing these fascinating statues, we will visit the Ba Linh Temple Complex, one of the points along the cable car line, featuring mystical worship areas integrated into natural rock caves and dedicated to the mountain’s guardian goddess. Afterwards, we return to Saigon and visit the Cao Dai Temple Complex. We will learn about the Cao Dai religion at this temple, whose architecture blends Gothic towers, Chinese temple roofs, and cathedral arrangements, and which is known as the center of the “Caodaism” faith born in Vietnam. We will have lunch at a local restaurant during the tour. At the end of the tour, we return to our hotel and have free time. Overnight at our hotel.
Saigon – Mekong Delta – Saigon – Istanbul
After breakfast at our hotel in Sabah, we will have free time. Those who wish may join the optional Mekong Delta Tour with lunch (90 USD), organized by our guide. Our first stop is the town of My Tho, a world living on and intertwined with water. Upon arrival, we begin a boat ride through the intersecting canal streets with a local boat. Our first stop is Thoi Son Island, where we will see locally made handicrafts, workshops producing sweets made from coconut, and colorful orchards. Here, while tasting fresh fruits in the shade of beautiful gardens, you will enjoy the music of local artists. Later, we stop at a farm to taste homemade honey tea, and as our tour continues through the canals, we learn all about the local way of life and visit Vinh Trang Pagoda. We will have lunch at a local restaurant. After the tour, in the evening we transfer to the airport and complete our ticketing and baggage procedures for our Turkish Airlines scheduled flight to Istanbul. We will spend the night on the plane.
Saygon – Istanbul
With our arrival at Istanbul Airport early in the morning, our tour and services come to an end. See you on our next tours.