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Premiere Inns
  • From $5,698
    To $6,398 pp dbl. occ.
  • (+$900 for sgl. occ.)
  • Internal Flights: From $450
    To $510

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TRIP NOTES

All meals included except 2 lunches and 2 dinners.

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Meet / Depart

Hanoi, Vietnam/Siem Reap, Cambodia

Special Interest

Boat, Culture & History, Exotic Adventure, Geological Wonders, Kayak, Natural Beauty &/or Wildlife, Romance &/or Honeymoon, Sail, Spa, Swim, Tropical/Winter Sunshine, Water Activities

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Vietnam Walking Tour

Vietnam & Angkor Wat Walking

The Natural & Cultural Wonders of Indochina

Fascinating history, diverse scenery and cultural immersion await on our once-in-a-lifetime journey through Vietnam and Cambodia. Explore Hanoi’s Old Quarter, then sail the placid waters of Halong Bay among 3,000 spectacular towering limestone peaks and islands. Experience rural life during walks to small villages through lush countryside. Visit the ancient capital of Hué, where Vietnam’s turbulent history is recorded in its architectural monuments of past empires. Stroll through Hoi An, Vietnam’s oldest city. Fly to Cambodia and discover the ancient temples of Angkor, some of the world’s most breathtaking archaeological treasures.

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Day 1 Hanoi

Meet in Hanoi Ride in a bicycle rickshaw through the Old Quarter, discovering narrow streets packed with food and flower stalls  On foot, explore Ngoc Ha, a lively district in Hanoi seldom visited by tourists.

Day 2 Hai Phong

Shuttle to an ancient village for Backroads’ exclusive visit with the local headman Stroll through coastal Hai Phong’s open-air market for a unique look at everyday life.

Days 3-4 Halong Bay

Travel by hydrofoil to Cat Ba Island for a hike to an isolated village Board a Vietnamese junk for a seaborne journey through Halong Bay, a World Heritage site Discover hidden beaches, relax on the deck of our boat or go kayaking.

Day 5 Hanoi

Board a sampan and float through Hang Luon cave and into a beautiful lagoon Shuttle to Hanoi for an afternoon of exploring on your own.

Day 6 Hue

Fly to Hué, the ancient capital of Vietnam and a World Heritage site On foot, visit the mysterious and imposing Hué Royal Citadel, the site of intense conflict during the Vietnam War.

Days 7-8 Hoi An

Embark on a dragon boat ride up the Perfume River and walk among riverside villages and imperial mausoleums Visit the World Heritage site of ancient Hoi An, an ancient port town filled with wooden shop houses  Relax on white-sand beaches.

Days 9-11 Siem Reap

Fly to Cambodia and ancient Angkor, where Khmer empires spanning the 9th to 15th centuries ruled Explore awe-inspiring temples, statues and other archaeological wonders well off the beaten path  Spend an unforgettable day at the Hindu temple of Angkor Wat.

Guest Trip Reviews

The trip could not have been better. Every aspect was extremely well thought out, researched and coordinated. Despite the relatively tight itinerary there was still an amazing amount of flexibility. No request or need was unmet and both trip leaders were extremely resourceful in accommodating us. It became a bit of a joke on the trip how well things were organized and how good Backroads' local contacts were. We always were wisked through customs. Vans were always available, snacks and drinks just kept on coming, the opportunities to go where other groups did not - to visit homes and to hike through remote villages was particularly impressive. Clearly a great deal of time was spent on making this the spectacular trip that it was.
Stephen Gluckman - Philadelphia, PA

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ASIAN LUXURY: Premiere Inns*

Hotel Sofitel Metropole

Hanoi (2 nights): In the heart of old Hanoi near the Opera House, this five-star historic landmark is a French-Colonial gem with an interior garden and swimming pool, and accolades from Travel+Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler and National Geographic Traveler.

Harbour View Hotel

Hai Phong (1 night): Simple but well-appointed rooms overlook the courtyard of this comfortable hotel, the finest hotel in town.

* With 1 Casual Inn night

Huong Hai Junk

Halong Bay (2 nights): Our comfortable boat sails amid the bay's surreal karst formations by day and anchors in a quiet cove at night.

* With 2 Casual Inn nights

La Residence Hotel & Spa

Hué (1 night): Displaying a mix of Asian opulence and Colonial charm, this deluxe boutique hotel on the bank of the Perfume River features stylishly decorated guest rooms, a saltwater pool, tennis court and full-service spa.

Nam Hai

Hoi An (2 nights): This luxury resort - one of the world’s hottest new hotels according to Condé Nast Traveler and Travel+Leisure - is set on a tranquil stretch of pristine China Beach, near the picturesque port town of Hoi An and offers an award-winning spa and gourmet restaurants.

Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor

Siem Reap (2 nights): Featured on Condé Nast Traveler’s Gold List, this lavish hotel is the ultimate in creature comforts: guest rooms are tastefully appointed with Art Deco country-style furnishings and Cambodian objets d’art; expansive landscaped gardens filled with tropical plants and exotic birds; and the swimming pool is inspired by the ancient royal bathing ponds of Angkor.

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La Residence Hotel & Spa

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Route Rating

Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain

Day 1
  • Level 1 1 Route Option Available
  • 2.4 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 2
  • Level 1 2 Route Options Available
  • 1.5, 3 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 3  
  • Kayaking 3 hours
Day 4
  • Level 1 2 Route Options Available
  • 3, 4 miles
  • 0 - 1000 feet elevation gain
  • Kayaking 2 hours
Day 5
  • Kayaking 1 hour
Day 6
  • Level 1 2 Route Options Available
  • 1, 3 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 7
  • Level 1 2 Route Options Available
  • 2, 3 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 8
  • Level 1 1 Route Option Available
  • 3 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 9
  • Travel Day
Day 10
  • Level 1 2 Route Options Available
  • 2, 4 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 11
  • Level 1 1 Route Option Available
  • 2 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
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Trips For All Abilities

Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.

Activity Level Average Time Average Distance
    Biking Walking
& Hiking
1 2-3
hours
10-20
miles
2-5
miles
2 2-4
hours
21-30
miles
5-7
miles
3 3-5
hours
31-40
miles
7-9
miles
4 4-6
hours
41-55
miles
9-11
miles
5 5-7+
hours
56-75+
miles
11-13+
miles