15 Ng. 100 Đ. Nguyễn Xiển, Thanh Xuân Nam, Thanh Xuân, Hà Nội 100000
15 Ng. 100 Đ. Nguyễn Xiển, Thanh Xuân Nam, Thanh Xuân, Hà Nội 100000
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Embark on an epic 18-day Trekking Through Cambodia from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City tour with Golden Trail Travel, a meticulously crafted expedition designed for the ultimate adventurer, history buff, and cultural explorer seeking to uncover the multifaceted soul of Cambodia and conclude with the vibrant energy of Southern Vietnam. This immersive and comprehensive journey offers an unparalleled blend of challenging yet immensely rewarding multi-day treks through ancient temple complexes and pristine wilderness, profound cultural immersion, historical reflection, and serene natural beauty, culminating in the lively metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City and the charming Mekong Delta. It's an ideal adventure for those who desire an in-depth, active, and truly authentic experience of both nations, revealing their resilient spirits, the grandeur of their pasts, and the vibrant life of their presents, venturing far beyond conventional tourist paths.
Your Southeast Asia adventure tour begins in Siem Reap, the gateway to the awe-inspiring Angkor Archaeological Park. Over the initial days, you'll engage in invigorating, extended treks that weave through the sprawling jungle, uncovering not only the grand, iconic temples like Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom (Bayon, Terrace of the Elephants), and the mystical, tree-entwined Ta Prohm, but also numerous hidden ruins, overgrown pathways, and secluded corners that most visitors never see. This isn't just about ticking off famous sites; it's a profound journey through a living testament to Khmer civilization, allowing you to walk in the footsteps of ancient kings and monks. Our expert local guides will bring the ancient Khmer Empire to life with fascinating stories, architectural insights, and spiritual context, enriching every step of your journey.
As the expedition progresses, you'll transition from the historical heartland to the captivating urban landscape of Phnom Penh, Cambodia's resilient capital. Here, your exploration will involve a mix of walking tours and visits to iconic landmarks such as the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, National Museum, and the poignant Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek, providing crucial historical context and understanding of Cambodia's recent past. From the capital, you'll venture towards the lush, pristine wilderness of the Cardamom Mountains or other significant natural areas like Ratanakiri, one of Southeast Asia's last remaining large rainforests and a critical biodiversity hotspot. Here, multi-day treks will take you deep into the jungle, across rivers, and to hidden waterfalls, offering a true immersion into untouched nature and a glimpse of vital conservation efforts. You might also have opportunities to encounter remote ethnic minority communities living in harmony with nature.
The culmination of this extensive tour sees you crossing the border into Southern Vietnam, where you'll explore the charming and intricate Mekong Delta. Here, you'll experience life on the water, with boat trips through canals, visits to vibrant floating markets, and interactions with local communities whose lives revolve around the river. The journey concludes in the bustling, dynamic metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), offering a vibrant contrast and a modern perspective on Southeast Asia. This comprehensive blend ensures a holistic experience, combining Cambodia's rich history, vibrant culture, diverse natural beauty, and a range of exhilarating activities, providing an unparalleled understanding of this fascinating sub-region.
Golden Trail Travel's 18-day Trekking Through Cambodia to Ho Chi Minh City tour is designed for those who seek an active, in-depth, and truly authentic Southeast Asian experience. We prioritize sustainable and responsible tourism, ensuring your visit respects local customs, benefits the communities, and preserves the priceless historical and natural heritage of these extraordinary countries. From the exhilarating treks and profound historical insights to the heartwarming cultural connections, breathtaking natural beauty, and the satisfaction of deep exploration, every day promises new discoveries, unique insights, and unforgettable moments. Get ready for an unparalleled Cambodia-Vietnam grand adventure tour that combines significant physical challenge with comprehensive cultural and historical learning, leaving you with a lifetime of cherished experiences and a profound appreciation for the diverse wonders of this captivating region.
Extensive Angkor Archaeological Park Trekking: Embark on multi-day, in-depth trekking expeditions directly through the sprawling Angkor Archaeological Park, exploring not just iconic temples like Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom (Bayon), and Ta Prohm, but also hidden jungle trails, lesser-known ruins, and ancient pathways for a unique perspective.
Siem Reap & Rural Cambodian Immersion: Experience the vibrant town of Siem Reap and engage in extended walks through rural Cambodian villages, interacting with local communities, observing traditional daily life, farming methods, and local crafts.
Phnom Penh Historical & Urban Exploration: Discover Cambodia's resilient capital, Phnom Penh, with comprehensive tours of the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, National Museum, and the poignant Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) and Killing Fields of Choeung Ek, gaining crucial historical understanding.
Deep Wilderness Trekking in Cardamom Mountains (or similar): Embark on challenging and immersive multi-day treks deep into Cambodia's pristine primary rainforests, such as the Cardamom Mountains, a critical biodiversity hotspot, exploring untouched nature, hidden waterfalls, and unique flora/fauna.
Authentic Cultural Encounters: Enjoy genuine and profound interactions with various Cambodian communities, including opportunities for homestays (if itinerary allows) or visits to remote ethnic minority villages, gaining deep insights into their traditions and resilience.
Cross-Border Mekong Delta Exploration (Vietnam): Transition into Vietnam to explore the vibrant and intricate Mekong Delta, experiencing unique river life with boat trips through canals, visits to bustling floating markets, and interaction with local communities.
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) Discovery: Conclude your journey in the dynamic metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City, exploring its historical landmarks (e.g., War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral) and vibrant street life.
Expert Local Guides: Be accompanied by highly knowledgeable and experienced English-speaking local guides throughout your journey in both Cambodia and Vietnam, specializing in history, culture, and active adventures, ensuring deep insights and safety.
Diverse Landscapes: Witness an incredible variety of landscapes, from ancient temple cities and dense jungles to bustling urban centers and the intricate waterways of the Mekong Delta.
Authentic Southeast Asian Cuisine: Savor delicious local Cambodian and Vietnamese meals throughout your extensive journey, from vibrant street food delights to traditional home-cooked dishes.
Stunning Photography Opportunities: Capture incredible photographs of ancient temples, lush landscapes, vibrant city life, serene river scenes, and unique cultural moments, with ample time for perfect shots.
Significant Physical Challenge & Reward: A rewarding and extensive trekking experience suitable for active individuals with a good fitness level, offering a deeper, more personal connection to both countries through sustained active exploration.
Comprehensive Cultural & Historical Immersion: Gain unparalleled insights into the rich and complex histories of both Cambodia and Vietnam, their enduring cultures, and the resilient spirit of their people.
Responsible Tourism Focus: Your tour prioritizes sustainable practices, ensuring your visit respects local customs, benefits the communities, and contributes to the preservation of invaluable heritage.
Off-the-Beaten-Path Exploration: The extended duration allows for significant exploration of areas beyond the typical tourist routes, offering a true sense of discovery and adventure.
HOTELS
Homestay
Economy 2*+ Hotels
Superior 3* Hotels
First Class 4* Hotels
Deluxe 5* Hotels
Luxury 5*++ Hotels
Notes:
*All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request
Important Notes:
HOTELS, PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
GUIDE/LEADER:
English speaking guide. French , Germany , Spanish, Italian, Russian speaking guide can be arranged with on request.
Your Perfect Trekking Adventure, Crafted Just for You Across Asia
At Golden Trail Travel, we believe every journey should be as unique as the traveler. As Asia's premier trekking tour operator, we specialize in creating bespoke hiking experiences that perfectly match your desires and budget, wherever your wanderlust takes you.
Our dedicated team—comprising experienced trekking guides, knowledgeable local experts, reliable drivers, insightful tour consultants, and passionate mountain specialists—is committed to ensuring your adventure is seamless, safe, and truly unforgettable.
Whether you're exploring solo, enjoying a family getaway, or embarking on a group expedition, we're here to design a trip that's exclusively yours. The itineraries you see are just a starting point; consider them a canvas upon which we'll paint your ideal Asian trekking tour. We invite you to share your ideas, tell us your preferences, and let us know your budget. We'll meticulously customize an existing itinerary or craft a brand-new program from the ground up, adding or excluding elements until it's absolutely perfect for you.
Ready to start planning your dream trekking adventure across Asia? Share your requirements with us today, and let's create memories that will last a lifetime.
Pick up at the airport and transfer to Siem Reap hotel for check in. Free to explore city by your own .
8:30 AM picking up at your hotel and then transfer to the South Gate of Angkor Thom and start walking on the Great Wall of Angkor Thom city, the main capital of the King Jayavarman VII. The wall is about 5 square km, surrounded the capital of the former Angkor with 2 million habitants during the 12 century. Visit the four faces Bayon temple and walk through the terrace of Elephant, terrace of Leper King toward the jungle temple of Ta Phrom embraced by giant trees and creepers. Ta Phrom was featured in the movie starred by Angelina Jollie. After lunch, visit the magnificent 12th century Angkor Wat. It is visually, architecturally and artistically breathtaking. Angkor Wat is a massive three-tiered pyramid crowned by five beehive-like towers rising 65 meters from ground level. Suryavarman II constructed Angkor Wat in the form of massive ‘temple mountain’ dedicated to the Hindu god, Vishnu.
Services included in this day: Transport, guide, meals, entrance fees and hotel
Meet with your guide. Transfer from the hotel to the foot of Kulen Mountain which takes 50 minutes. On arrival, get water in the cool box. Begin walking up the hill. The first 2km is uphill and rocky. After the 2km, the path is more flat. Water stop at Km 2. Visit the River of Thousand Lingas lying under the river bed, people believe it brings fertility and blessing Angkor area as the river flows from Kulen to Siem Reap. Walk 700meters to visit the Grand Reclining Buddha. Kulen mountain remains the sacred place local people believes. From the Grand Reclining Buddha, walk another 500 meters to the water fall, where we enjoy swimming the 30 meters high water fall. After lunch, transfer to Beng Mealea temple. Beng Mealea is an untouched temple hidden in the jungle surrounded by its mood 900 meters by 1,200 meters. Beng Mealea is a beautiful, charming temple. It has it own character which cannot be found in any other temple. We can feel very peaceful sitting inside the temple as we can get rid of the many tourists at Angkor area. Late afternoon, transfer back to the hotel.
Services included in this day: Transport, guide, meals, entrance fees and hotel
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer visit Kompong Kdei bridge, the 12 century lava stone bridge. Then transfer to Santuk Mountain and climb the hill to visit the hilltop pagoda. After Kampong Thom, there are also villages of stone carving and drive through the rubber plantation before Kampong Cham. Arrive in Kratie in time for the sunset. There remains some colonial building reminds that Kratie used to be the French port on the Mekong river. Overnight in Kratie.
Services included in this day: Transport, guide, meals, entrance fees and hotel
After breakfast, board on the local wooden boat to head north 16km to visit Prek Kampi and view the rare Mekong River Dolphins either from boat tour or from the river bank. The spectacular river scenery and the rural, friendly villages are added attractions. Afternoon, take a range of half day trails along the river spectacular scenery and unhurried village. Walk through the island and visit the more remote island villages. Overnight in Kratie.
Services included in this day: Transport, guide, meals, entrance fees, boat trip and hotel.
After breakfast, transfer to Stung Treng, the bustling river port located on the junction of the Mekong river and Sesan river. Take a range of half day trail along the Mekong river in remote rural village and trek in the fringing forests. Enjoy local specialty Nhem, made from fresh fish, garlic and chili and salt. Dinner with fresh fish from the Mekong and overnight in Stung Treng.,Services included in this day: Transport, guide, meals, entrance fees and hotel,,Day 7: Stung Treng – Rattanakiri (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) (4km),,After breakfast, transfer to Banlung, capital of Rattanakiri Province, nicknamed “the Red City” because of the omnipresent laterite. Transfer to lodge. Walk to the volcanic lake, Yak Lom in a superb location surrounded by pristine rainforest. Swim or take a stroll around the lake before having dinner. Overnight at the lodge.
Services included in this day: Transport, guide, meals, entrance fees and Lodge.
After breakfast, transfer to Banlung, capital of Rattanakiri Province, nicknamed “the Red City” because of the omnipresent laterite. Transfer to lodge. Walk to the volcanic lake, Yak Lom in a superb location surrounded by pristine rainforest. Swim or take a stroll around the lake before having dinner. Overnight at the lodge.
Services included in this day: Transport, guide, meals, entrance fees and Lodge.
Drive north towards Laos and the village of Taveng. Cross the volcanic lava field of Veyrum Plang. Travelling north the landscape changes from primary forest to cleared forest, bamboo and bush. Walk to visit some Kroeung villages en route. The Kroeung people have the curious custom of erecting bachelor houses standing on long bamboo poles. These houses will remain so until the young man finds a wife. Only then will the unusual bachelor pad be destroyed. The time of year to see them is usually from February to August. Overnight in home-stay.
Services included in this day: Transport, guide, meals, entrance fees and homestay.
Leave Banlung heading northwest through bamboo forests to reach the village of Voeune Sai. This village is a Chinese enclave in Cambodian territory with most villagers not speaking Khmer. Upstream are the Tampoun villages, known for their funeral statuary or totems. Some of the best of totems are in the village of Ka Choan, reached by boat and walking. Return to Banlung for dinner and overnight.
Services included in this day: Transport, guide, meals, entrance fees, boat trip and homestay.
Drive by on rough roads to explore the surrounding waterfalls at Teuk Cha Ong and Okachang before heading back to Kampong Cham. Kampong Cham, means Muslim Port is one of biggest province in Cambodia producing fruits and rubber. There are still some colonial building reminding of the French time once they owned rubber plantation in Kampong Cham. Sunset on the Mekong River. Overnight in Kampong Cham.
Services included in this day: Transport, guide, meals, entrance fees and hotel.
After breakfast, walk through the calm Koh Pen island, one of the beautiful island on the Mekong river. Then transfer to Wat Hanchey to hike and visit the hilltop pagoda. Wat Hanchey used to be the Khmer Rouge small killing field. There remains some of the graves old and new. Today, it becomes a peaceful place for local people to have offering ceremony dedicated to those who passed away. Stop at Skun town for lunch before continuing to Phnom Penh. Afternoon, visit National Museum, Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Services included in this day: Transport, guide, meals, entrance fees and hotel
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Koh Dach island, walk through the island to visit the village. There are many families earn their living from weaving the silk, Krama and other beautiful traditional clothes. Krama is the Cambodian traditional scarf people normally wear around their head or neck. Afternoon, visit Toul Sleng Genocide Museum known as S21 and Cheung Ek killing field. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Services included in this day: Transport, guide, meals, entrance fees and hotel
8:00 AM Pick up from your hotel - Trekking to Tonle Bati for a picnic lunch before heading to Phnom Chiso. The summit can be reached via a 180-step climb and offers magnificent views of the surrounding countryside. Transfer to Kampot for overnight.
Services included in this day: Transport, guide, meals, entrance fees and hotel
Leaving Kampot we head for the Phnom Sia limestone caves before arriving at the seaside town of Kep. Here we take a boat trip to the beautiful Rabbit Island for swimming, snorkeling and relaxing. Overnight home-stay.
Services included in this day: Transport, guide, meals, entrance fees and hotel
After breakfast,Trekking and transfer to Hatien border say good-bye Cambodia team and Hello ( Xin Chao ) in ( Vietnam ) – Greeting by Vietnamese team and transfer to hotel and take a short walk around the fishing villages and Ha Tien town before dinner .
Services included in this day: Transport, guide, meals, entrance fees and hotel
Pick you up from Ha Tien hotel. Today you can get away from most tourist places and explore the villages where there is no fresh water. we will trekking past a network of canals and take many little ferries to local villages in this rural area. Continue trekking on dirt roads alongside the waterway to Kien Luong town. Lunch en route then continues trek on backroads to the seaside district. Continue transfer along coastal roads to Hon Dat. Have a short transfer to Rach Gia in the afternoon. Overnight in Rach Gia.
Services included in this day: Transport, guide, meals, entrance fees and hotel
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