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.

ASIAN LUXURY: Premiere Inns

Hotel Sofitel Metropole (2 nights): In the heart of old Hanoi near the Opera House, this five-star French-Colonial gem has garnered accolades from Travel+Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler and National Geographic Traveler.

Harbour View Hotel (1 night): Simple well-appointed rooms overlook the courtyard of this comfortable hotel, the finest in town.

Huong Hai Junk (2 nights): Our comfortable boat sails amid the bay’s surreal karst formations by day and anchors in a quiet cove at night.

La Residence Hotel & Spa (1 night): A blend of Asian opulence and Colonial charm, this deluxe boutique hotel set on the banks of the Perfume River features stylishly decorated guest rooms, a saltwater pool, tennis court and full-service spa.

The Nam Hai (2 nights): Located just outside town on a pristine white-sand beach, this spectacular new seaside resort earns high praise from Andrew Harpers' Hideaway Report.

Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor (2 nights): This historic hotel on the outskirts of Angkor Wat features Art Deco country-style furnishings, Cambodian objets d’art and a pool inspired by the ancient royal bathing ponds of Angkor.

Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain

Day 1

• Walking Tour of Hanoi 1 hour

Day 2

• Level 1 2 Route Options Available
• 1.2, 3 miles
• 0 - 500 feet elevation gain  

Day 3  

• Kayaking 1 hour

Day 4

• Level 1 2 Route Options Available
• 3.1, 4 miles
• 0 - 1000 feet elevation gain
• Kayaking 45 minutes

Day 5

• Level 1  1 Route Option Available
• Walking 30 minutes

Day 6

• Level 1 2 Route Options Available
• 1, 2.5 miles
• 0 - 500 feet elevation gain

Day 7

• Level 1 2 Route Options Available
• 1, 1.9 miles
• 0 - 500 feet elevation gain  

Day 8

• Walking Tour of Hoi An 45 minutes

Day 9

• Walking Tour of Angkor Tom Temple

Day 10

• Level 1  1 Route Option Available
• 3 hours
• 0 - 500 feet elevation gain

Day 11

• Level 1  2 Route Options Available
• 1.9, 3.7 miles
• 0 - 500 feet elevation gain

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

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

I really liked the focus on learning and in particular, experiencing so much of the local culture vs. just doing physical activities. I liked that we had quite a bit of opportunity to mix with locals, and that this was encouraged by our leaders. I especially liked the visits to non-traditional tourist places. You sometimes felt like we were the first "western" visitors there.

Ellen Singer - New York, NY

Vietnam and Cambodia are wonderful countries, and our Backroads trip allowed us to see villages and have experiences that we never could have arranged on our own. It was great!

Nancy DeLucia - Ambler, PA

This was an amazing trip. The balance of walking, sightseeing, cultural activities was perfect. Interaction with local people was very special. It met all of my expectations.

Peggy A. - Philadelphia, PA

This was my 10th "real" trip with Backroads (I have also done a weekend trip.) I have friends who can't believe I would just show up half way around the world on my own to meet up with people I don't know for a trip in exotic places like Vietnam and Cambodia. I always tell them that I don't have any concerns because I know Backroads will not disappoint. The leaders will be where they say they will be and provide an amazing experience. It's the little things - like meeting with a village leader in his home to discuss life in the village, meeting a knowledgeable historian and having dinner in his home, getting inside the private home of a woman to see what a local home is like - that set these trips apart from the usual bus ride and photo op. I also know the other guests will be interesting and good travel companions. And I will have another experience of a lifetime.

Barbara Grewe - Bethesda, MD