Situated right in the heart of Hanoi's Old Quarter, Silk Queen Grand Hotel is ideally located in the centre of the city’s tourism, financial and entertainment districts. The hotel's luxury guestrooms provide an expansive and elegant living space with impressive views of the city. Designed to enhance the sleep experience, f<span>urniture, finishings and amenities are residential in feel and </span><span>functional in design. Each room features </span>generously-sized bathrooms and Asian-inspired décor. With an on-site restaurant, spa centre and swimming pool, guests are guaranteed to have an enjoyable stay at Silk Queen Grand Hotel.
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Discover the delights of two of Southeast Asia’s most fascinating countries. Combining compelling history, dramatic landscapes and rich, ancient cultures, Vietnam and Cambodia are dream holiday destinations. This 10-day tour gives you the opportunity to experience their top sites – including Halong Bay and Angkor Wat (Trip Advisor's #1 World Landmark!) – as well as more off the beaten track experiences, such as local markets and authentic floating villages. Domestic and international flights, along with some spectacular scenic drives, allow you to cover plenty of ground, so you’ll be able to observe the distinct differences in northern, central and southern Vietnamese culture as well as the difference between the two countries.
£2309
from / per personIncludes international flights
- Hanoi + Halong Bay + Ho Chi Minh City + Mekong Delta + Siem Reap + Phnom Penh + Oudong
- 10 nights
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Day 1 - Hanoi
Uncover Hanoi
Situated in the North, Hanoi is the capital of Vietnam and is the second largest city in the country. More than a thousand years old, Hanoi’s rich history can still be observed to this day in the ancient architecture of its Old Quarter, as well as in the remnants of French and Chinese-style buildings across the city. This bustling metropolis is home to fascinating museums, turn-of-the-century temples and important historical sites.Day 2 - Hanoi Guided Tour
Day 3 - Hanoi - Halong
Admire the jade-green waters of Halong Bay
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Halong Bay is scattered with more than 2000 floating islands of karstic rock. Legend has it that these floating islands were created by a family of dragons who were invoked by the Emperor to protect Vietnam against Chinese invaders. The dragons flew across the bay, spitting out jewels and jade, which magically turned into scattered islands. Together, these islands linked to create a protective barrier, which can still be admired to this day.Day 4 - Halong – Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City
Discover Vietnam’s Vibrant Capital
Formerly known as Saigon, the capital of Southern Vietnam was baptised Ho Chi Minh City after the Vietnam war. This rapidly-developing metropolis is buzzing with restaurants, bars and shopping centres. At night, the city transforms into a Tokyo-esque light-fest, with coloured lights beaming from high-rise buildings. Vibrant and fast-paced, Ho Chi Minh even has the greatest number of motorcycles in the world! Modernity is met by tradition, however, as the city is also renowned for its French colonial buildings, internationally-acclaimed museums and historic landmarks.Day 5 - Ho Chi Minh City – Cu Chi – Ho Chi Minh City
Day 6 - Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong – Ho Chi Minh City
Travel through the Mekong Delta
This vast expanse of land is home to more than 20-million people and is renowned for its picturesque panoramas of rice paddy fields, floating villages, and jungle-like rivers. An agricultural centre, the Mekong Delta is teeming with coconut palms, sugarcane groves and fruit orchards. The region truly gives an authentic insight into rural Vietnam, with its friendly locals and laidback atmosphere.Day 7 - Ho Chi Minh City – Siem Reap
Uncover the Ancient Beauty of Siem Reap
This beautiful city boasts one of Cambodia’s most important attractions and a symbol of the nation: the ancient town of Angkor Thom, an archaeological complex of magnificent 13th century temples. Though best known for the nearby UNESCO World Heritage Site, the modern city of Siem Reap also has plenty to offer, with beautiful royal gardens, riverside promenades, towering pagodas and charming palaces. The city has a rich cultural scene, with several museums of note (Angkor National Museum, War Museum Cambodia, and Cambodia Landmine Museum), and even a Cambodian Cultural Village featuring miniatures of the most important buildings across the country. Siem Reap is also the perfect spot for wining and dining, with excellent street food offerings and a strong rice wine tradition (make sure to try Sombai Infused Cambodian Liqueur, produced in Siem Reap itself!). At night, the renowned bar-strip on Pub Street comes to life, with music and dancing in local bars almost always spilling out onto the street!Day 8 - Siem Reap
Day 9 - Siem Reap – Phnom Penh
Explore the capital of Cambodia
The capital of Cambodia since its colonisation by the French, Phnom Penh was founded in 1434. Formerly known as the ‘Pearl of Asia’, it was considered one of the most beautiful French cities in Indochina during the 1920s. Today, Phnom Penh is the political, cultural and economic hub of the country. This beautiful riverside city is home to magnificent Buddhist architecture and art, as well as a wonderful gastronomic scene.Day 10 - Phnom Penh – Oudong
Full day excursion to old capital Oudong and traditional craft villages
You’ll travel to Kampong Luong (40 km northwest) and visit a silversmith village, where you’ll learn about traditional Cambodian craftsmanship. Following the visit, you’ll travel to nearby Oudong, the Khmer capital during 17th-19th centuries, and Kampong Chnang province, where you’ll visit traditional pottery villages. In the evening you’ll transfer back to Phnom Penh. Including: Vehicle, English Speaking Guide, Entrance Fees, 1 Picnic Lunch, Gifts offer to the monk, Bottle of water and cold-towel in vehicleDelve into the Mysteries of Oudong
This archaeological complex was the capital of the Kingdom of Cambodia from 1618-1866. Also known as Mount Royal Throne, or the ‘City of Kings’, the last monarch to reside here was King Norodom. The city is now an important object of study for archaeologists and historians.Day 11 - Departure
Pelican Cruise
A traditional Vietnamese ship, the Pelican Cruise is inspired by 14th-century wooden junks. Enjoy a unique stay aboard Pelican Cruise’s roomy cabins, each of which is beautifully decorated with dark wood panelling and fitted with an ensuite bathroom as well as panoramic windows offering spectacular views of Halong Bay. Those looking for some fun aboard will find that there are a variety of activities and services to keep everyone entertained, including Tai Chi classes, cooking classes, karaoke and kayaking excursions. The Pelican Cruise also features an onboard spa, providing customised massages, facials and relaxing therapies. Pelican Cruise is also home to a restaurant with a view, offering a delectable mix of Western and Asian cuisines. A night aboard the Pelican Cruise promises a truly unforgettable experience in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong Bay.
Please note: Room upgrades and Board-Basis upgrades may be available for this Hotel. To request an upgrade or a different hotel altogether, please call your Vietnam Direct holiday consultant.
Lavender Boutique Hotel
<p class="Default"><span style="font-size: 11.5pt;">Situated right in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Lavender Boutique Hotel is just a hop, skip and jump from the city’s main tourist attractions, shopping centres, restaurants, bars and clubs. With stunning city views, this modern hotel offers the utmost comfort and style for those looking to immerse themselves in Vietnam’s capital. Lavender’s Deluxe rooms are comfortable and spacious, decorated in a trendy palette of colours. With silky-soft bed linens and comfy pillows you’ll be guaranteed a great night’s sleep – just what you need after an intense day of site-seeing! All rooms include an en-suite shower and bathtub, complimentary WiFi, air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV, as well as laundry and dry-cleaning services. The hotel’s onsite Boutique Restaurant offers an international buffet breakfast as well as delectable Vietnamese, Asian and European cuisine throughout the day. </span>
Please note: Room upgrades and Board-Basis upgrades may be available for this Hotel. To request an upgrade or a different hotel altogether, please call your Vietnam Direct holiday consultant.
Samsara Villa
Built in 1963 as a luxury villa during Cambodia’s Golden Era, Samsara Villa was converted into a hotel in 2012. Samsara offers an intimate and romantic setting, with just 14 rooms in total, each decorated differently and imaginatively. Samsara’s superior rooms spill out onto a shared roof terrace, each feature a flat screen cable TV, a mini-bar, ceiling fan and en-suite bathroom. Preserving its original charm and allure, the hotel plays host to a terrace pool, a tropical garden, a Health & Wellness Studio, as well as a restaurant & bar. Samsara Villa promises a relaxing and calming stay in Phnom Penh with a unique, boutique feel.
Please note: Room upgrades and Board-Basis upgrades may be available for this Hotel. To request an upgrade or a different hotel altogether, please call your Vietnam Direct holiday consultant.
Angkor Panoramic Boutique
Located smack bang in the centre of Siem Reap, Angkor Panoramic Boutique hotel is filled with plenty of charm and personality. The hotel’s modern rooms include cable TV, a minibar, a safety deposit box, and an en-suite bathroom. Angkor Panoramic Boutique stands out with its rooftop restaurant and bar, which offer high-quality French cuisine (prepared by the hotel’s resident French chef) as well as an outstanding 360-degree view of the city – with views extending as far as Angkor Wat! Angkor Panoramic Boutique also plays host to an ambient garden bar, nestled in a tropical-themed garden. Guests can enjoy a relaxing lap in the hotel’s tranquil outdoor pool. Angkor Panoramic Boutique also boasts an in-house spa, where guests can immerse themselves in a traditional range of health and beauty treatments – discovering the beauty secrets of ancient Cambodia.