Vietnam & Cambodia Walking & Hiking Tour

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A Journey on Halong Bay to Majestic Angkor Wat

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It's a journey full of color and intrigue, both dramatic and tranquil. A quiet sail among the limestone peaks of Halong Bay. Friendly greetings from villagers. Touching Angkor's ethereal ruins with your own hands. Every meal is a metaphor for the complex culture. Temples defy centuries. Smiles bridge oceans. And local guides open doors long closed.

Highlights

Walk amid Cambodia's thrilling temple ruins, whose beautiful remains are both legendary and camera-ready
Marvel at Hué's impressive 19th-century citadel, home to numerous palaces and shrines, and admire its remarkable stone walls
Discover the marine secrets of heavenly Halong Bay, where a cave or hidden lagoon awaits at every turn
Savor some of Asia's most delicious and distinctive cuisine, and learn some of its secrets in a cooking class

Vietnam & Cambodia

Start Hanoi, Vietnam / End Siem Reap, Cambodia

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Itinerary

Days 1-2 Be inspired by our local guides, who bring to life the intertwined cultures of Vietnam and Cambodia | Walk through Hanoi's Old Quarter, famous for its 36 guilds—named for the artisans and traders that have made their home here for some 2,000 years | Ride in a bicycle rickshaw through narrow streets packed with food and flower stalls.

Days 3-4 Sail and kayak on Halong Bay, with hidden beaches, caves and lagoons | A morning cruise takes us into the bay, where karst cliffs jut from the water | Walk an island studded with remnants of tombs and temples left by the Tran Dynasty.

Day 5 Explore the imperial city of Hué, with its centuries-old palaces and temples | For a unique look at everyday life, you're welcomed into a traditional home | Venture into the imposing citadel, site of heavy conflict during the Vietnam War | Ride a dragon boat up the Perfume River and stroll through regal mausoleums.

Days 6-8 Wander the streets of Hoi An, an ancient trading town with gorgeously preserved architecture | Revel in the seas breezes as you traverse Vietnam's central coast | Get a feel for rural life on Cam Kim Island | Learn the secret to local dishes in a cooking class.

Days 9-10 The remains of Cambodia's ancient Khmer Empire will thrill you with iconic temples, giant carved images and beautiful bas-relief | Watch the sunrise over Angkor Wat and listen to the stories behind the carvings that wrap around the temple.

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Premiere Hotels*

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

Hanoi (2 nights)

Indochina Sails

Halong Bay (2 nights)

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Azerai La Résidence Hué

Hué (1 night)

Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai

Hoi An (2 nights)

Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor

Siem Reap (2 nights)

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Activity Level

This trip is rated Levels 1-2

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What's Included

Services and equipment are included.

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Premiere Hotels*

Accommodations may vary based on departure date. Any difference from what is listed below can be found by clicking on your desired date on the View Scheduled Dates or Private Dates tabs.

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

Hanoi (2 nights)

This five-star historic landmark is a French colonial gem set in the heart of old Hanoi. Condé Nast Traveler Gold List. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa

Indochina Sails

Halong Bay (2 nights)

* Premiere Ship

These fully equipped boats allow us to explore Halong Bay's spectacular karst formations by day, then retreat to quiet coves at night. Though rooms, with attached bathrooms, are small and basic, we'll be aboard the most comfortable boats on the more exclusive parts of the bay—on a charter just for Backroads.

Azerai La Résidence Hué

Hué (1 night)

A blend of Asian and colonial charm, this boutique hotel is housed in the former governor's mansion on the bank of the Perfume River. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa)

Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai

Hoi An (2 nights)

This luxury all-villa resort is set on pristine China Beach, near the picturesque port town of Hoi An. (pool, spa)

Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor

Siem Reap (2 nights)

Described by Andrew Harper as a "stylish and beautifully restored landmark resort-hotel surrounded by a 15-acre park, less than five miles from Angkor Wat." (pool, spa)

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This Trip Is Rated Levels 1-2

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.

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2	Cyclo Tour of Hanoi Old Quarter (45 Minutes)
	Hoa Lo Prison Visit (1 Hour)
	Sailing on Halong Bay (3 Hours)
3			6	0
3	Kayaking on Halong Bay (1.5 Hours)
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4	Halong Bay Cruise (2 Hours)
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	Visit to Tu Duc Tomb (45 Minutes)
	Dragon Boat Cruise (45 Minutes)
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6	Hué Royal Citadel Guided Tour (1.5 Hours)
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7	Boat Ride to Hoi An (45 Minutes)
8	3	0
8	Hoi An Cooking Class (2 Hours)
9	2	0
	Boat Ride to Floating Villages (45 Minutes)
	Ta Prohm Guided Walk (1 Hour)
	Bayon Guided Walk (45 Minutes)
10	2	0

Note: The terrain on this trip includes a mix of village footpaths, valley trails, and ancient temple and archaeological site walks.

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Please note that our distance and elevation figures come from Ride with GPS. Other sources may give differing elevation figures due to different GPS and mapping technologies and other external factors.

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Meals

All breakfasts, 9 lunches, 7 dinners

Also Included

Expertise and services of our experienced Trip Leaders
Snacks and beverages between meals
Additional guides and experts from the region on many trips
Van shuttles to support a variety of route options
Comprehensive Travel Planner with detailed pre-trip information
Private guided tours at museums, historic sites, wineries and other select attractions as noted in the Travel Planner
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Special events, including wine tastings and other select attractions as mentioned in the Travel Planner
On biking and multi-adventure trips, use of fully equipped Backroads titanium bike plus helmet and accessories
Trailercycles, carriers, and kid-sized helmets for Family Trips
Equipment and experienced guides for kayaking, rafting, snorkeling, sailing and canoeing as described
Park and other entry fees
Fares for trains, ferries and other modes of travel as listed in the Travel Planner
Select coach transfers
Baggage transfers and porterage

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We want to make sure you're on the right trip and that you have the best experience possible. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.

Accommodations

We are constantly seeking the best possible accommodations on Halong Bay. Our traditional Chinese junks generally offer the most consistently comfortable boats with an appropriate number of cabins that also allow us to visit the more exclusive parts of the bay. Rest assured, we use the nicest boats that head to our favorite hidden beaches and secluded lagoons.

Walking & Hiking in an Emerging World

Your journey through Vietnam and Cambodia will probably be unlike anything you've experienced. The people you'll meet and places you'll visit will likely stay with you for a long time. As wonderfully fulfilling as travel is in this region, it's not always easy. These are developing countries and even something as simple as crossing the road can be a challenge.

Our itineraries and Trip Leaders remove as many obstacles and inconveniences as possible, making your next extraordinary encounter always within reach. Of course, we can't remove haze and noise from the air, or replace poorly maintained paths. But if you can be flexible and approach the region with an open mind, you'll enjoy your trip to the fullest.

Flights

On this trip we travel by plane to reach the exclusive hotels and activities this destination has to offer. We'll be flying commercially with Vietnam Airways aboard a narrow-body jet that seats 236 passengers from Hanoi to Hue and with Cambodian Angkor Air aboard a turboprop plane that seats 72 passengers from Da Nang to Siem Reap.

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Why Travel with Backroads in Vietnam and Cambodia

Everyone at Their Own Pace

We design and support our Vietnam and Cambodia trips to suit mixed abilities and varied interests—so you can set your own pace, then change things up as the day unfolds. And all guests are free to do the same, traveling together or apart, with no one cramping anyone else's style. Which sounds easy in theory, but it's hard to pull off. Here's more on how we do it.

We Stand Behind Our Trips

Most companies' trips in Vietnam and Cambodia are run by local operators. At Backroads we manage our own trips; we would never subcontract your precious vacation to a third party. So as you enjoy the support of your seasoned Trip Leaders, along with our expert local guides and drivers, you have the confidence of knowing we're with you every step of the way.

Your Hotels Are Locked In

It may seem obvious to say the great hotels we tell you about are the ones you'll actually stay in. But the fact is many companies haven't even booked the places they promise and are later forced to settle for inferior alternatives. We book our hotels and exact rooms long in advance—often over two years—so you stay where you expect to stay.

Our Cultural Roots Run Deep

Thanks to our extensive connections in Vietnam and Cambodia, Backroads takes you off the beaten track and deep into the region's culture in ways that traditional travel can never hope to do. We know the people and their customs, the legacy of art and architecture, the complex history and politics – and if we're not sure, our amazing local experts can fill in the blanks.

The Best Leaders in Vietnam and Cambodia

Backroads has the best-qualified people to lead your trip in Vietnam and Cambodia, and our guests back that up, rating our Trip Leaders an average of 9.75 out of 10 for all-around quality of performance. Get the facts (and no fluff) on how we recruit and develop the very best people for your trip.

The Right Local Pairings

Our Trip Leaders combine deep local expertise with a firm grasp of North American expectations around quality of service. By the same token, we pair experienced Backroads leaders with local guides who know how to cater to your needs while cracking open the culture or natural history in ways that are meaningful, memorable and often magical.

Only the Best Hotels

On this trip featuring Premiere Hotels, you can count on the best lodgings Vietnam and Cambodia has to offer. In fact, the hotels we've chosen in this region have higher retail room rates than those offered by any other active travel company—even when their trips cost more.

Experts with Secrets to Share

In choosing the ideal experts to enrich your travel experience, we look for people with a wealth of local knowledge, but also the ability to convey their insights in English. Too often travelers find themselves smiling politely, not quite understanding what they're being told. Our experts share intriguing facts, anecdotes and inside stories that stay with you forever.

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Vietnamese Cuisine

Backroads trip leader Austin Render eats his way through Vietnam, with its remarkably unique and diverse cusine: pho ga, ca phe me trang, bahn mi, bun bo Hue and even grilled chicken feet, all washed down with a cold Tiger beer.

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