Hanoi, Vietnam & Cambodia Adventure Tour – 14 Days

Day-by-Day Itinerary for the Ultimate Hanoi-Vietnam & Cambodia Adventure tour

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival – Immerse in Local Rhythm

Morning

• Landing at Noi Bai International Airport
• Upon arrival, transfer with a private car to the Old Quarter and check in La Siesta Trendy Hotel – 4★ boutique.
• Enjoy your time at leisure to chill on your Hanoi-Vietnam & Cambodia Adventure tour

Afternoon

• Easy bike tour around West Lake, the big fresh water lake in Hanoi
• Make a stop at Yen Thai (paper-making) or Bat Trang (ceramics) traditional craft village
• Hanoi Tours: Experience of Old and Modern Life

Evening

• Take a guided street food tour through the backstreets of Hanoi on a scooter.r
• Enjoy banh cuon, northern-style pho, and toast with local craft beer
• The capital’s streetlight charm and vibrant food culture soak in

Day 2: Trek Ba Vi National Park – Camp Under the Stars

Morning

• Pick up from Hanoi and then a 2-hour drive to Ba Vi National Park
• Take a forestry trail towards Den Thuong (Upper Temple), to the summit of the mountain
• Hear local tales and ecological insights from your expert guide

Afternoon

• Arrive at the summit of Mount Tan Vien and enjoy a picnic lunch with a view.
• Indulge under soaring pines with sweeping views over verdant valleys
• Discover native flora, fauna, and the area’s spiritual heritage

Evening

• Inspired by the glamping experience along the forest edge
• Help me prepare a campfire dinner of grilled meat, sticky rice, and seasonal vegetables
• Storytelling and stargazing in Hanoi, Vietnam & Cambodia Adventure tour style adventure

Day 3: Transfer to Mai Chau – Rural Bike Trails

Morning

• After breakfast, you will leave for a drive through the countryside, via a two-hour picturesque road which takes you to the Mai Chau Valley.
• Pause for sweeping photos of rice paddies and limestone karsts en route
• Check in to Mai Chau Ecolodge – 4★, in the green foothills

Afternoon

• Start a guided bike tour between Pom Coong and Lac Village, two of the traditional Thai ethnic villages:
• Meet local families, visit stilt houses, and cycle through the daily life of farming
• We pedal through beautiful trails alongside rice paddies and bamboo groves

Evening

• Dine on a home-cooked feast featuring cơm lam (bamboo sticky rice) and grilled pork.
• Enjoy a cultural performance with Thai traditional dance and music (optional)
• Rest at the ecolodge and prepare for the next leg of the Hanoi, Vietnam & Cambodia Adventure tour.
• Enjoy a home-cooked feast of com lam (bamboo sticky rice) and grilled pork
• (OPTIONAL) Enjoy a cultural show with Thai traditional dance and music
• Overnight at the ecolodge, prepare for the 3rd leg of the Hanoi, Vietnam & Cambodia Adventure tour

Day 4: Pu Luong Nature Reserve Trekking

Morning

• Morning: Transfer to Pu Luong Nature Reserve, which features unspoiled scenery
• Start a leisurely trek through jungle trails and old bamboo forests
• With hill-tribe communities and glimpses of rural traditions

Afternoon

• Hike around 6 km to Hieu waterfall with a stop at Don Village on the way.
• Rest and swim by the falls, engulfed by towering forest canopies
• Along the way, photograph terraced rice fields and wooden water wheels.

Evening

• Check into Pu Luong Retreat - a 4★ eco-lodge with beautiful mountain views
• Dinner offers authentic Muong ethnic food, homemade and locally sourced
• Contemplate and unwind on our open-air terrace beneath the stars

Day 5: Limestone Landscapes of Ninh Binh

Morning

• Transfer from Pu Luong to Ninh Binh, a 3-hour drive, “Halong Bay on land”
• Take a sampan boat tour to visit the caves of the Tam Coc river
• Pass giant limestone karsts, lotus ponds, and herds of goats that graze the cliffs

Afternoon

• Bike to Hang Mua, climb 500 steps for a view over the delta
• Mfuwe area: Visit local villages and have lunch in a family-run guesthouse.
• Absorb the lazy cadences of Vietnam’s rural heart

Evening

• Check in at idyllic Tam Coc Garden Resort – 4★ surrounded by rice paddies
• Dinner at the resort’s organic kitchen, using produce grown on-site
• Relax and unwind in your garden bungalow – one of the peaceful high points of any of the Hanoi Tours

Day 6: Ninh Binh – Hanoi – Fly to Hue

Morning

• After breakfast, saddle up for one last ride through the Vietnamese countryside, stopping in Hoa Lu, Vietnam’s ancient capital.
• Explore the temples of King Dinh and King Le, built into limestone cliffs
• Discover how national identity was shaped centuries ago as Vietnam’s royal dynasties rose

Afternoon

• Back to Hanoi, stopping for lunch at a local riverside restaurant
• Transfer to Noi Bai Airport for a short domestic flight to Hue, the Imperial City.
• Check in upon arrival, to the Eldora Hotel – 4★, a lovely, altogether French-colonial stay.

Evening

• Have a gentle evening over dinner at a traditional garden house restaurant, a former royal residence.
• It is time for the central Vietnam tour, think back on your northern leg other  the Hanoi-Vietnam & Cambodia Adventure tour

Day 7: Hue – Trekking Ru Cha & SUP in Lap An Lagoon

Morning

• Explore the Ru Cha mangrove forest, a biodiversity gem outside of Hue
• Trek 4-5 km on soft forest paths, view migratory birds, and learn about this vital wetland ecosystem
• Scale the watchtower for panoramic views of the salt marsh

Afternoon

• Lap An Lagoon – where turquoise waters blend into the Bach Ma Mountains
• This classic cruise itinerary covers the highlights of the area. Grab a stand-up paddleboard (SUP) or row a basket boat across calm lagoon waters
• Beach picnic with freshly caught fish

Evening

• Return to Hue, free evening at your leisure.
• Optional: Walk around the Perfume River or visit the lively Dong Ba Night Market
• Overnight at the Eldora Hotel

Day 8: Hue – Hai Van Pass – Marble Mountains – Hoi An

Morning

• Or leave via the legendary Hai Van Pass, in an SUV for the ride, or an adventure-style motorbike.
• Make stops at scenic viewpoints overlooking Lang Co Beach and the South China Sea.
• Sit with locals drinking Vietnamese coffee on the street

Afternoon

• Go to the mystical Marble Mountains – a set of limestone hills crammed with caves and pagodas.
• Ascend stone staircases and visit ancient Buddhist shrines hidden in between
• The first day, you will arrive in Hoi An and check in at Almanity Wellness Resort – 4★

Evening

• Savor a fusion dinner at the resort’s herbal cuisine restaurant
• Night walk along Hoi An Ancient Town, glowing lanterns
• A romantic evening in one of Vietnam’s most storied heritage towns

Day 9: Hoi An – Cycling, Farming & Boat Adventures

Morning

• Cycle to Tra Que Herb Village, a tranquil farming community
• Join local farmers for hands-on organic gardening
• Take a cooking class to learn to make banh xeo and fresh spring rolls

Afternoon

• Explore Kim Bong Carpentry Village – specialized in wood carving, boat building.g
• Float along the Thu Bon River on a bamboo coracle boat – an exhilarating local-style paddle.le
• Go back to Hoi An for a countryside lunch

Evening

• Free time for exploring tailor shops, art galleries, or café-hopping along the river
• Volunteer: Launch of river lanterns or photo walk in the old town
• Overnight at Almanity Wellness Resort – a restful highlight of your Hanoi, Vietnam & Cambodia Adventure tour

Day 10: Hoi An – Fly to Ho Chi Minh City – Urban Adventures

Morning

• Transfer to Da Nang Airport and take a domestic flight to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
• Check in at The Odys Boutique Hotel – 4★, Centre of District 1
• Rest up a little before plunging into some southern Vietnam energy

Afternoon

• Zoom through the buzzing streets of Saigon on the back of a local scooter
• Architectural icons: Saigon Central Post Office, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and Reunification Palace
• Stip for Vietnamese iced coffee and street snacks such as banh trang nuong

Evening

• Explore the vibrant Ho Thi Ky Flower Market
• Optional Dinner at a rooftop restaurant or street food night tour
• The Odys, resting above as the rhythmic tempo of Saigon beats beneath

Day 11: Ho Chi Minh City – Can Gio Biosphere – Mangrove Cycling

Morning

• Leave behind the bustle of Ho Chi Minh City for a day in the Can Gio Biosphere Reserve, home to nature and silence.
• Reach the UNESCO-listed Rung Sac Forest, a mangrove and wildlife-rich wetland.
• Set out on a guided cycling tour along elevated trails, surrounded by waterways and towering mangroves.

Afternoon

• Go to Monkey Island, home to hundreds of mischievous macaques
• Visit a former Viet Cong guerrilla base, deep inside the forest
• Lunch on seafood, in a beachside eatery in Can Gio

Evening

• Return to Ho Chi Minh City, evening at leisure
• Optional sunset rooftop cocktails or casual street eats near Ben Thanh Market.
• Overnight at The Odys Boutique Hotel

Day 12: Mekong Delta Adventure – Chau Doc & Tra Su Forest

Morning

• Take a full-day trip to the heart of the Mekong Delta, direction of Chau Doc
• Along the way, take in riverside life, floating fish farms, and stilted homes.
• Tour a Cham Muslim village and visit a traditional weaving workshop

Afternoon

• Visit the Tra Su Cajuput Forest, then go stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) or a rowboat through the flooded forest canopy.
• Observe storks, herons, and migratory birds in their habitat
• Peaceful moments and a photographer’s dream atop the bamboo walkway

Evening

• Check in at Victoria Nui Sam Lodge – 4★, & located on a quiet hill with a view of the valley.
• Dinner on the terrace with regional An Giang dishes
• Ending a calm evening near the Cambodian border, another special part of your Hanoi, Vietnam & Cambodia Adventure tour

Day 13: Cross the Border – Phnom Penh by Fast Boat

Morning

• Hop on a speedboat from Chau Doc to Phnom Penh, sailing the Mekong River
• As you enter Cambodia, you pass river communities, boats, and floating markets
• Arrive in Phnom Penh, the energetic capital of Cambodia

Afternoon

• See the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda, learning about the Cambodian monarchy and Khmer art.
• Venture into the dark corridors of the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum to learn about Cambodia’s dark and complicated history.
• Optional: visit a local artisan workshop or the colorful Russian Market

Evening

• Cocktail in hand on a sunset cruise on the confluence of the Tonlé Sap and Mekong
• Check in at Anik Palace Hotel – 4★, an elegant mix of colonial sophistication and Cambodian hospitality.
• Dinner at a riverside restaurant overlooking Phnom Penh’s glimmering skyline

Day 14: Journey to Siem Reap – Explore Angkor Temples

Morning

• Transfer to Siem Reap by private vehicle or (depending on group size) short flight.
• Arrive, start with a light jungle trek, and explore Angkor Thom, Bayon, and Ta Prohm. 
• Explore ruins entangled in tree roots, a bit like Tomb Raider

Afternoon

• Explore the best of the Angkor complex – Angkor Wat
• Climb ancient steps and marvel at Khmer engineering and cosmic symbolism
• Dine on a picnic lunch by the moat, amidst palm trees and sacred history

Evening

• Checking out and way back memories (optional: traditional Apsara dance performance)
• Airport transfer or overnight stay in Siem Reap (on request)

Tour Includes & Excludes in Hanoi-Vietnam & Cambodia Adventure tour

Tour Includes

• Hotels: 4★ hotels, eco-lodges & glamping tents in Vietnam and Cambodia
• Breakfast daily, and selected lunches & dinners as outlined in the itinerary
• Transportation within Vietnam by private transport, flight (locations: Hanoi – Hue, Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh City), and speedboat to Phnom Penh
• Joined the SD venture gear provided: bicycles, helmets, kayaks, SUP boards, camping equipment
• All entrance fees and sightseeing tickets according to the itinerary
• Local guides who speak English proficiently and have solid cultural and geographical knowledge
• 24/7 coverage by Impress Travel’s experienced adventure operations team
• Bottled water on all active touring days
• Daily briefings and cultural orientation sessions to enhance your journey

Tour Excludes

To ensure the experience stays flexible and tailored, the following are excluded from the Hanoi-Vietnam & Cambodia Adventure tour:

• Vietnam and Cambodia’s international flights
• Vietnamese and Cambodian visas (can be handled on request)
• Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
• Travel insurance (compulsory for this kind of adventure tour)
• Personal expenses: Maleta, Weenies markers, souvenirs
• Gratuities for guides and drivers (suggested: $5-7/day per traveler)
• The excursion is optional and not mentioned in the program for the evening

Essential Travel Tips for the Hanoi-Vietnam & Cambodia Adventure tour

What to Pack for Hanoi-Vietnam & Cambodia Adventure tour

Pack lightly but intelligently for this active journey across Hanoi, Mai Chau, Pu Luong, Hue, Can Gio, and the temples of Cambodia. Pack breathable, quick-dry clothing, a lightweight waterproof jacket, and layers for cool nights in the mountains. Good hiking shoes are important for forest hikes and cave scrambles, and sandals will be handy on the boats or eco-lodges. Take mosquito repellent, sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle to keep hydrated on the go. A small daypack and flashlight for the campsite in Ba Vi are also useful.

Fitness Level for Hanoi-Vietnam & Cambodia Adventure tour

Hanoi-Vietnam & Cambodia Adventure tour is operated by Impress Travel, and is suitable for travelers with moderate physical fitness. Prepare for daily activity: cycling, hiking, paddling, and walking across all sorts of terrain. No advanced training needed but a passion for fresh air and movement is a must! No classic Hanoi tour here, this activity will allow you to keep on the go, curious and in touch with nature.

Visa Requirements for Hanoi-Vietnam & Cambodia Adventure tour

All travelers require a Vietnam visa that can be obtained online on the e-Visa portal. Extensive visa on arrival or e-Visa services are valid for Cambodia. Check with your local embassy or Impress Travel consultant ahead of time for the most current regulations.

Best Time to Travel Hanoi-Vietnam & Cambodia Adventure tour

Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) are the best seasons for the Hanoi-Vietnam & Cambodia Adventure tour. These months also provide mild weather for outdoor adventure and less crowded major heritage sites. Summer months (June-August) are lush, but humid a good thing for greenery lovers.

Conclusion

The Hanoi-Vietnam & Cambodia Adventure tour welcomes you to experience not just the usual Hanoi Tours trekking, cycling, and connecting with cultures in two magnificent countries. This travel experience, designed by the local experts at Impress Travel, combines adventure with authenticity at every stage.

Ready to explore Southeast Asia differently? Let’s make it unforgettable together.

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