BEN TRE – CHAU DOC -PHNOM PENH - SIEM REAP
9 DAYS / 8 NIGHTS
Start your journey with a private transfer from Ho Chi Minh City to Ben Tre. Board your private sampan cruise and begin drifting along the An Hoa River. Bike through Huu Dinh village, meet locals, enjoy tropical fruits, and float down quiet coconut-shaded canals in a traditional rowboat.
After lunch onboard, visit Mr. Sau Tuong, a former soldier turned rice paper maker, in My Long village. Continue cruising toward Oc Island. Enjoy a cooking demonstration and relaxing dinner on board.
Overnight on the sampan near Vung Liem.
Begin your morning with breakfast on board and continue along the scenic waterways toward Cai Be. Visit a local riverside market, experiencing the authentic flow of Mekong commerce and daily life. The rest of the day is for observing the peaceful Delta scenery and relaxing aboard your private sampan.
Overnight on the sampan near Cai Be.
Arrive in Sa Dec, famously known from The Lover. Visit the Tan Qui Dong flower village by bike and soak in the vibrant floral beauty.
Later, drive to Chau Doc, stopping at the Tra Su Rainforest Sanctuary for a boat tour through mangrove forests filled with birdlife. Have lunch at a local restaurant with a crocodile farm stop.
Overnight at a Mountain Hotel in Chau Doc.
Take an early breakfast box and board the speedboat to Phnom Penh, crossing the Mekong and entering Cambodia. Meet your local guide, pass immigration, and check into your hotel. The afternoon is free for relaxation or an optional walk along the riverfront promenade.
Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Option 1 – Royal Past & River Charm: Visit the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and National Museum. After lunch, explore the Central Market, visit Wat Phnom, and enjoy a sunset cruise on the Mekong–Tonlé Sap confluence.
Option 2 – Khmer Rouge History: Take a reflective visit to the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21). End with a visit to the Russian Market for local crafts.
🛏️ Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Enjoy a scenic road trip from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap, passing rice paddies, village markets, and water buffalo. Optional stop at Skoun (Spider Village) for a quirky snack or photos.
Upon arrival in Siem Reap, head to Tonlé Sap Lake for a boat tour through floating villages that drift with the seasons.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
Begin at the majestic Angkor Thom with visits to Bayon Temple, Terrace of the Elephants, and Baphuon. Marvel at the tree-entwined ruins of Ta Prohm, followed by a deep dive into the architectural masterpiece of Angkor Wat.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
Spend your extra day visiting Banteay Srei, a delicately carved pink sandstone temple considered the “jewel of Khmer art.” Then, stop by the Landmine Museum or a local silk farm, where you'll learn about traditional weaving techniques and support community artisans.
Enjoy lunch at a countryside restaurant and return to Siem Reap for optional shopping or a spa treatment.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
After breakfast, transfer to Siem Reap International Airport for your departure flight. Your journey through the Delta and ancient kingdoms comes to an end, full of unforgettable memories.
