Vietnam & Cambodia Tour with Berakah Trips
This tour across Vietnam and Cambodia presents a blend of historic cities, cultural
landmarks, river landscapes, and ancient temple complexes. The program begins in Ho Chi Minh
City, known for its busy streets, colonial buildings, and important historic sites. From
there, the route continues to the Mekong Delta, where daily life revolves around rivers and
canals.
The trip then moves into Cambodia with time in Phnom Penh, a city that reflects both royal
heritage and significant moments in the nation’s history. The final stop is Siem Reap, the
gateway to the Angkor temple complex, where centuries-old structures stand as reminders of
the Khmer Empire.
Across the program, visitors experience historic sites, local markets, rural landscapes, and
cultural performances that reflect the traditions of both countries.
Tour Plan
Depart from Cochin International Airport on a flight via Singapore and
arrive in Ho Chi Minh City, often called Saigon. After completing
immigration formalities at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, proceed into
the city.
Following lunch, visit several important landmarks. Stop at the historic
Reunification Palace and view the architectural design of the Notre-Dame
Basilica. Continue to the Central Post Office, created during the French
colonial period and designed by Gustave Eiffel.
Later, visit the War Remnants Museum, where exhibits present accounts from
the Vietnam War. After dinner, transfer to the hotel for check-in and rest.
Overnight Stay: Saigon
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, travel toward the Mekong Delta, a region known for fertile
land and river-based communities.
Upon arrival, board a traditional wooden boat and move along the waterways
while observing daily life along the riverbanks. Visit a family-run coconut
candy workshop and continue to a bee farm where honey tea is served.
A short ride in a hand-rowed sampan passes through narrow canals lined with
coconut trees. Lunch features regional dishes, including the well-known
elephant-ear fish.
Later in the afternoon, return to Ho Chi Minh City and spend time at Ben
Thanh Market, where local products and souvenirs are available.
During the evening, enjoy dinner aboard a cruise along the Saigon River
before returning to the hotel.
Overnight Stay: Saigon
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, travel to the Cu Chi Tunnels. This underground network was
built during the war and served as living quarters, supply routes, and
defensive passages. Visitors can walk through certain sections and learn
about life within the tunnels.
Later in the day, continue toward Cambodia by road. The route passes through
rural landscapes before reaching the Moc Bai border crossing. After
completing immigration procedures, proceed toward Phnom Penh.
Arrival takes place in the evening, followed by transfer to the hotel.
Overnight Stay: Phnom Penh
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel is followed by visits connected to Cambodia’s modern
history. The first stop is the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, which documents
events during the Khmer Rouge period. Continue to the Choeung Ek Killing
Fields, another historic site linked to this chapter of the country’s past.
Later in the afternoon, visit the Royal Palace, the residence of the
Cambodian king. Nearby stands the Silver Pagoda, known for its decorative
design and historic artifacts.
The day concludes with time at Central Market, a well-known landmark where
visitors can observe daily trade and local goods.
Return to the hotel during the evening.
Overnight Stay: Phnom Penh
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, depart Phnom Penh and travel by road to Siem Reap. The
drive passes through villages and agricultural areas.
Along the way, stop at Skuon Spider Market, known for its unusual food
stalls. Another stop takes place at Spean Kompong Kdei, an ancient bridge
from the Angkor period that still stands today.
Continue to Kompong Khleang, a floating settlement near Tonlé Sap Lake where
houses stand on tall stilts and daily life is closely tied to the water.
Arrival in Siem Reap takes place later in the day. During the evening,
attend a traditional Apsara dance performance followed by dinner.
Overnight Stay: Siem Reap
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, visit the Angkor temple complex, one of Southeast Asia’s
most important historic sites.
Enter Angkor Thom through the South Gate and continue to Bayon Temple, known
for its large stone faces carved into the towers.
The next stop is Ta Prohm, where large tree roots spread across ancient
temple structures, creating a striking view of nature and architecture
together.
Later in the afternoon, visit Angkor Wat, the largest temple in the complex
and a major symbol of Cambodia. Walk through its corridors and view the
detailed carvings that cover the temple walls.
Return to the hotel in the evening.
Overnight Stay: Siem Reap
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, spend some time at leisure before the airport transfer.
Later, proceed to Siem Reap International Airport for the return flight.
Meals: Breakfast
