About this trip
Seventeen days across Vietnam and Cambodia, mixing guided days with stretches of free time so you can explore at your own pace as well as follow the group.
Expect a broad sweep of experiences — a night on a traditional sailing junk in Halong Bay, the scale of Angkor Wat, and the sobering history of the Killing Fields — alongside beaches, cities, and open time to wander.
It's an easy-paced trip in terms of physical demands, built around seeing a lot of ground and letting you fill in the gaps yourself.
What you'll do
- Overnight on a traditional sailing junk boat in Halong Bay
- Explore the temples of Angkor Wat
- Visit the Killing Fields and reckon with Cambodia's recent history
- Free time to explore beaches and local city life
- Move between Vietnam and Cambodia's landscapes and cultures over 17 days
- Easy pace overall, suited to those who want structure without constant activity
- A mix of included excursions and unstructured free time — good if you like planning some of your own days
- Covers ground across two countries, so expect regular travel days between stops
Worth it if you want a well-guided first taste of both countries with a strong group dynamic. Think twice if you need deep dives into any single region—17 days means breadth over depth.
- Local guides genuinely excel: Tu in Vietnam was caring, fun, and knew hidden food spots you'd miss solo.
- Itinerary well-structured with optional activities bookable on the tour, letting you choose your own pace within the schedule.
- 17 days feels rushed for depth: multiple travellers wished for more time in Ha Long Bay or coastal Cambodia.
- Group meals organised regularly, which builds community but commits you to eating with the same people most nights.
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Departing in Sep is cheapest — from £1,555, about 15% below the priciest month (Jul).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Hanoi · 3 Sept – 4 Sept
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