History is filled with romance, from the artistry of ancient architecture to the stunning landscapes carved and preserved with time. Witness the serenity of towering ancient temples hidden within lush jungles. Drift along the Mekong River where culture thrives within vibrant floating markets. On this custom tailored tour you will find the charm of small towns and the grandeur of big cities, the connection of tradition and modernity and the intricacies and magnificence of ancient culture. There...
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Ho Chi Minh City – Around Lush Banks
Your Vietnam vacation begins in Ho Chi Minh City, once known as Saigon. The city buzzes with an energy that seems all at once chaotic and charming, somehow graceful and planned, where the romance of history fills the streets; local people dressed in white button-down shirts and large conical hats roam through the streets on bicycles, while collections of motorbikes are intermixed within the bustling traffic. The mixture of a millennia of culture within the still-standing French Colonial architecture becomes a delightful experience as you are met at the airport by a private transfer and taken to your accommodation.
The centrally located hotel brings you the ecstasy of the city that whirls with the mixture of past and present, alive with both tradition and modernity. The spacious rooms allow you to you relax in style and comfort with a view of the drifting city below, where the luxuries of personalized service come easily to the staff. The nearness of some of Ho Chi Minh City’s fabulous landmarks, such as the Ben Thanh Market, is a short walk away. The scent of lemon grass and chili unravel throughout the evening and you begin to feel a welcomed comfort within the marvelous romance of someplace new.
What's Included:
Day 2
Ho Chi Minh City – The Past, Present, and Future
Day 3
Ho Chi Minh City – Passion Around the Countryside
Day 4
Mekong Delta – Serene Along the Mekong
Day 5
Mekong Delta – Taking to the Water and Sky
Day 6
Phnom Penh – Crossing Through
Day 7
Phnom Penh – Silver and Royals
Day 8
Battambang – Regal Pasts and Charm
Day 9
Battambang – Witnessing the Arts
Day 10
Siem Reap – The Beautiful Seclusion
Day 11
Siem Reap – The Temple Lights
Day 12
Siem Reap – Finding Charismatic Stone
Day 13
Siem Reap – Finding the Delta’s End
Trip Highlights
- Visit the incredible temples of the Angkor Wat complex that illuminate an incredible past civilization
- Explore the modernity of Ho Chi Minh City that continues to maintain a connection to its sensational past
- Wander through the famous Cu Chi Tunnels known for their complexity and size
- Enjoy a river cruise down the Mekong Delta to witness the persisting culture that has lived beside the waterway
- Witness the classic capital of Cambodia at Oudong, where the architecture continues to attract and delight visitors
- Experience the charm of Battambang and its surrounding villages and ancient temples
- Discover the remarkable architecture of the Caodaism church, along with the community’s prayers unique to the religion and region of Vietnam
Detailed Description
Meet the romance of history on this 13-day tour through Vietnam and Cambodia that will give you the most lush landscapes and most vibrant pasts, from rising temples to sensational art, wondrous waterways to capital cities. Your private guides will show you the splendor of the past, present, and future hidden within the local streets or rising along the hidden churches. Be guided through the vibrant markets and let the sensual colors of the food and the countryside blend in with the soothing comforts of your luxurious hotels.
Your romantic getaway begins with your arrival in Ho Chi Minh City. The energetic streets wrap around you and bring effervescence to your first day. Tour through the city’s extravagant history, from the Big Market to the Giac Vien Pagoda. The following day your private guide will lead you to the fantastic Caodaism church, where the splendid architecture is truly one of a kind. Later in the day you will visit the Cu Chi Tunnels that wind beneath the countryside as remnants and reminders of modern history.
Once along the Mekong Delta you will notice the grand landscapes set beside the riverbanks, along with the luster of the morning floating market. Your visit to a fruit plantation will be sweet and delicious before settling in Can Tho for the evening. The next day will take you further afield, through the floating markets and onto the sensational views and temples of Sam Mountain, where the glistening landscape mixes with the cavernous temple filled with a treasury dedicated to Buddha. Once aboard the Blue Cruiser you will find yourself over the border of Vietnam and in the capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh.
Exploring the city on a private tour brings you the elegance of the French colonial architecture and the pleasantly palmed walkway of the riverside colonnade, while the history of the city and the country remains visible. In the morning you will come to Oudong, the once Imperial City of Cambodia where the beauty of the stupas adds to the luster of the surrounding forest it hovers above. In Battambang you will experience the charm of the town that carries itself like a city but feels like a village. The surroundings are filled with splendid temples and a tremendous past not to be missed. Journey through the countryside to make your way to Siem Reap where the famed temples of the Angkor complex shine.
From Angkor Thom to the Terrace of the Elephants and the grand main temple of Angkor Wat, you will discover the worth of unimaginative wonder. The temple of Banteay Srei is filled with such intricate detail that you could find yourself in awe of its coloration and inspired by its artistry. While visiting the remaining temples of Angkor, including the famous Ta Phrom, you will find the elegance of the past mixed with the passion of the architecture, bringing ardor to the day, to your journey, and to one another before venturing homeward.
Starting Price
$3,900 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.83 stars based on 346 reviews.
We had an amazing, nearly three-week trip throughout Southeast Asia. Zicasso's tour operators did an incredible job planning all of the details of the trip. In general, I am not easily impressed and I tend to be pretty upfront with my criticism. In this case, I was truly impressed. I really don't have any criticism about the whole experience.
This was a very complicated trip, with eight cities/locations and six internal flights. We had great communication in the months and weeks leading up to the trip. They were receptive to all of our requests and they gave very good advice when we had questions.
All of the guides were great. The hotels were amazing and all of the details of the activities, transfers, and internal flights were well thought out and well coordinated. I was so impressed by their attention to detail. They were also willing to be flexible and able to make changes, even during the trip. I was able to reach them throughout the trip by WhatsApp and they responded quickly every time. I would recommend them wholeheartedly.
Reviewed By Jeffrey W.
We traveled to Vietnam and Cambodia from May 8 to 22, 2025. This was my fifth trip through Zicasso. As expected, the itinerary was excellent and exactly what we were looking for. I did double my budget from what I initially sent to Zicasso.
All of the lodging selections were outstanding. Along with the tours of the Ho Chi Minh complex, Hue Imperial City, the Angkor Wat complex, and numerous other temples and pagodas, we experienced a cable car ride to a mountain summit, a walk through an ethnic village, a water puppet show, a Cambodian circus, a Vietnamese cooking class, an evening lantern boat ride in Hoi An, and dinner in one of the top 50 restaurants in Asia. The water puppets are an ancient Vietnamese art (11th century) and the show was extraordinary.
Reviewed By Marcia H.
Zicasso's travel specialist arranged a wonderful trip and was extremely responsive to our interest in all art forms, culture, cuisine, and the American war in Vietnam. She was very receptive to revisions, even during the trip.
Reviewed By Marlene H.
Zicasso’s travel agency worked patiently with us over several months to organize a perfect four-country tour through Indochina, doing exactly what we asked, including a Khmer cooking class with a local chef.
We were met on arrival in each county by an experienced English-speaking guide who was well-versed in the history, geography, and culture of each location, and they were just delightful people too. They took us to rural villages and through urban mazes to get a close look at the daily life of the citizens. We chatted with farmers in the field and had meals in local homes. Our agency booked amazing hotels for each stop, from an eco-lodge in the mountains of Vietnam to a spectacular seaside resort in Thailand.
We had contact names and numbers for agency representatives in each country. They were incredibly responsive, even after hours, when we had a small medical issue. They gave us a completely seamless experience from arrival to departure, with no wasted time. Vacation time is very precious, so we prefer to work with professionals who know the area intimately and take the time to understand our objectives rather than pushing a canned itinerary.
Reviewed By David H.
The trip was planned by Zicasso's tour company exactly as we requested. It was one of our best trips ever and we have done many trips.
Reviewed By Chris B.
Zicasso’s travel company was fantastic! Everything was perfect and the trip was very well organized. The guides were professional, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable. They took care of us every step of the way. We covered everything in the itinerary. I would strongly recommend this travel company. They exceeded our expectations.
Reviewed By Renate M.