Excursion Overland experience: angkor wat & hoi an! tour at Ho Chi Minh

Cambodia and Vietnam are home to a vast array of age-old cultures and traditions, and offer a unique opportunity to explore the breath-taking vestiges of Angkor Wat and other ancient civilisations during this immersive, two-night overland excursion. At Siem Reap explore the Angkor Wat Temple complex, Angkor National Museum, Angkor Thom complex, Terrace of Elephants, Leper King, Bayon, giant stone faces at the Bayon Temple,Ta Prohm Temple and enjoy dinner with a traditional Apsara dance show. At Da Nang, marvel at the open-air Cham Museum, then take a guided stroll through the colourful streets of ancient Hoi An, an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the Hoi An Museum, a traditional merchant's house, Phuoc Kien Temple, Japanese Covered Bridge, dragon-shaped Marble Mountain, and a marble workshop. Your 'Angkor Adventure' concludes with a scenic drive to your ship at the port of Chan May.

FULL DESCRIPTION:

02MIDSGN-C Angkor Wat and Hoi An

Duration: 3 Days/2 Nights

Departs from: Ho Chi Minh City at approx. 8am

Re-join ship: Chan May at approx. 4:30pm

Reserve: At least 90 days prior to sailing

IMPORTANT NOTE

This Silver Shore Overland Experience requires advance booking through Silversea Reservations no later than 90 days prior to the sail date. Requests received after this date may be accommodated on a space-available basis. Tickets are available in limited quantities, and participation cannot be guaranteed for those guests not booking well in advance. A minimum number of participants is required to operate this programme. If this minimum number is not met, Silversea reserves the right to offer the programme at a different rate based on private arrangements, or to cancel the specific departure. Cancellation fee, unless otherwise advised, 90 - 0 days prior to the initial sailing date: 100% of the programme fare per person is due.

Payment in full is due at time of final payment.  Bookings made within 120 days of sailing require full payment within seven days of booking or sooner, as specified by Silversea.

All Overland Experience fares are subject to change, and not guaranteed until payment is received in full by Silversea. All Land Adventures are non-transferable, and non-refundable, within 90 days of sailing. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by someone 18 years of age or older. All Overland Experiences are owned by independent contractors, and Silversea makes no representations and assumes no responsibility for the services provided by these operators. Overland Experiences may be modified by the operators at their sole discretion.

VISA INFORMATION:

Cambodian visa is included and will be issued upon arrival at Siem Reap. Guests are required to bring one passport-sized photo (2"X2") with them. Passports must be valid for 6 months following the date of your entry into Cambodia. Guests must have 2 blank pages for local visas. Please check with your travel professional for details regarding visa requirements for Vietnam. It is the responsibility of each guest to obtain all appropriate visas before cruising.

Vietnamese visa is NOT included in your package, and a multiple entry visa is required.

You can apply for your Vietnamese visa prior to the cruise or have it issued upon arrival at the first Vietnamese port, once onboard.

The charges will be posted to your onboard account, if you decide to have the visa issued onboard. Please bring an extra passport-sized photo (2"X2") with you for this visa and ensure that your passport information on My Silversea is correct.

LOCAL CURRENCY:

The local currency is the Cambodian Riel; however, US Dollars are well-accepted by most vendors. Local ATMs are available in some locations visited, and credit cards are accepted in most larger shops and hotels (shopping stops are not planned during this program).

Explore the breath-taking vestiges of Angkor Wat and other ancient civilisations during this immersive, three-night overland excursion to Cambodia and Vietnam.

DAY ONE  - Saigon/Siem Reap

Disembark the ship and transfer to the Saigon Airport for your scheduled flight to Siem Reap

After disembarking the ship, meet your guide and transfer to Saigon Airport for check-in and your scheduled, approximately one-hour, 15-minute afternoon Cambodia Angkor Air flight (#K6825), departing at approximately 12:00 noon and arriving in Siem Reap at approximately 1:15 p.m. (Please be advised that flights may be changed by the local supplier at any time, and without our control, due to operational reasons. The final flights' details will be confirmed once on-board).

Transfer to your hotel for check-in and lunch

Upon arrival at the Siem Reap Airport and after passport and visa formalities, meet your guide and transfer to the Sokha Angkor Hotel for check-in and lunch at the hotel.

After lunch, depart for a fun-filled tuk-tuk-ride to the boat station at the Angkor Thom Wall

This afternoon, meet your guide and depart via tuk-tuk for a fun-filled ride to the boat station at the Angkor Thom Wall.

Enjoy a picturesque boat-cruise

Upon arrival, embark your awaiting traditional, elegantly decorated gondola for a wonderfully scenic boat-cruise. Along the way, relax with a complimentary cocktail whilst taking in splendid views of the great Angkor Thom Wall and its verdant natural surrounds. Weather-permitting, you might also enjoy a beautiful sunset.  

Return to the hotel via tuk-tuk for some free time before dinner

Following your gondola boat-cruise, re-board your tuk-tuk and transfer back to the hotel for some free time to freshen-up before dinner. This evening, proceed to the hotel's poolside for dinner with a traditional Apsara dance show.

Overnight accommodations in a Deluxe Room at the Sokha Angkor Hotel - Siem Reap

DAY TWO - Siem Reap/Da Nang

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the Angkor Wat Temple, an UNESCO World Heritage Site

After breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide and depart for the short drive to the magnificent Angkor Wat Temple, an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Once the capital of the Khmer Empire from 800 A.D. to approximately 1200 A.D., Angkor spans an area of approximately 40 miles (about 63 kilometres). The city and its famous temples were abandoned in the early-15th century and remained unknown to the outside world until 1860, when a French botanist stumbled upon them in the jungle overgrowth. Today, travellers flock to Angkor to see this spectacular temple city, which is rated among the world's premier architectural gems.

Take a guided walking tour of the Angkor Wat Temple

The national symbol and highlight of any visit to Cambodia, the Angkor Wat Temple is a unique and stunning blend of spirituality and symmetry, and an enduring example of man's devotion to his gods. Angkor Wat is the largest, best-preserved, and, undoubtedly, most breath-taking of the monuments of Angkor, and reputedly the largest religious structure in the world. During your guided visit, marvel at its sheer scale, beautifully proportioned layout, and the delicate artistry of its carvings.

After check-out and lunch, transfer to the airport for your scheduled flight to Da Nang

Next, re-board your coach and transfer back to the hotel for check-out and lunch. After lunch, meet your guide and depart for the short drive to Siem Reap Airport for check-in and your scheduled, approximately one-hour, 55-minute afternoon Cambodia Angkor Air flight (#K6840), departing at approximately 2:55 p.m. and arriving in Da Nang at approximately 4:50 p.m. (Please be advised that flights may be changed by the local supplier at any time, and without our control, due to operational reasons. The final flights' details will be confirmed once on-board).

Transfer to your hotel for check-in and dinner

Upon arrival at Da Nang Airport and after passport and visa formalities, meet your guide and transfer to the Hoi An Royal Gallery Hotel for check-in and dinner at the hotel.

Dinner is at the hotel.

Overnight accommodations in a Deluxe Room at the Hoi An Royal Gallery Hotel - Da Nang

DAY THREE - Da Nang/Hoi An/Chan May

Hoi An - UNESCO World Heritage Site

After breakfast at the hotel and check-out, travel to the enchanting ancient river town of Hoi An, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. On arrival, begin your visit at Hoi An Square, the gateway to the town’s historic quarter.

Enjoy a guided walking tour through Hoi An’s atmospheric streets, where centuries-old architecture reflects Chinese, Japanese, and Vietnamese influences. Highlights include a visit to the Hoi An Museum, offering insight into the town’s rich trading history, and a stop at a beautifully preserved traditional merchant house. You will also visit the Phuoc Kien Assembly Hall, dedicated to Thien Hau, the Goddess of the Sea, an important spiritual site for generations of seafarers.

Japanese Covered Bridge

Continue to one of Hoi An’s most iconic landmarks, the Japanese Covered Bridge, dating back to the late 16th century. Built in 1593, the bridge is a striking blend of Japanese, Chinese, and Vietnamese architectural styles and historically connected the town’s Japanese and Chinese quarters. At its centre stands a small temple, adding to its cultural and spiritual significance.

Lunch & Cham Museum

After lunch at a local restaurant depart Hoi An for Da Nang to visit the Cham Museum, home to an extensive collection of Cham artifacts. Featuring over 300 sandstone sculptures and architectural fragments, the museum presents works spanning four historical periods, displayed primarily in open-air galleries - an ideal setting for appreciating these remarkable temple relics.

Transfer to the pier and ship

On the way to the pier, pause briefly at Marble Mountain, a renowned cluster of five marble and limestone hills, for photo opportunities. Afterward, transfer to the port in Chan May to rejoin your ship.

Please note: This Mid-Voyage Overland Experience involves an extensive amount of walking for approximately 9.3 miles (about 15 kilometres), at times over uneven, bumpy, gravel, cobblestone, and natural surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and tuk tuk, embark/disembark the gondola, and board/de-board the airplane, and approximately 60 uneven steps at the Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, and Ta Prohm temples. This tour is recommended for active guests in good physical condition. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with neck and/or back problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests prone to motion sickness, guests with a fear of heights, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, insect repellent, raingear, a sweater or light jacket, camera, any necessary medication, and local currency or credit cards for purchases from the ship. Please dress conservatively when going ashore. As a rule, women should never wear anything remotely revealing (miniskirts, shorts, capris, beachwear, and sleeveless or low-cut tops), and men should always wear shirts and trousers in public. Proper attire is required to enter religious sites; shorts and bare shoulders are not permitted. Shoes must be removed prior to entering the temples; we suggest bringing along a pair of thick socks, because the pavement may be very hot. Guests must be at least 18 years old to participate on this tour; minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Guests must be at least 18 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. Guests must carry their passports and ship's ID at all times. Each guest must bring along an extra photo for visa applications. Infrastructure in Vietnam and Cambodia may be basic, and local conditions may be challenging; coaches, guides, hotels, restaurants, equipment, and services are the best-available in the area, but may not be up to the standards of those found on other ports. Therefore, we urge flexibility and understanding as we visit unique, less touristic destinations. The cost of providing a tour programme in this area is proportionately more expensive than in neighbouring regions, as vehicles and guides are brought in from the whole region. This may be reflected in the prices of the tours, and we thank you for your understanding. For your added safety and protection, please leave jewellery, valuables, and large amounts of cash on board the ship. Guests should be respectful towards local sentiments and customs. Photography/videography may not be permitted inside some areas of the museums. The tour sequence, timings, and itinerary are subject to change without prior notice, and airline alterations to the flight schedules may affect the tour itinerary, tour sequence and/or programme content. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.  

Programme Includes:

• One-night stay in a Deluxe Room at the Sokha Angkor Hotel - Siem Reap
• One-night stay in a Deluxe Room at the  Hoi An Royal Gallery Hotel  - Hoi An
• Scheduled flights: Saigon/Siem Reap and Siem Reap/Da Nang (Economy-Class). Business-Class is available upon request at an additional charge and subject to availability, as most aircraft do not offer business seating

Participating airlines restrict baggage allowance to one soft luggage with a maximum weight of approximately 44 pounds (about 20 kilograms) and a maximum size of approximately sum 3 of dimension 62 inches (about Maximum sum 3 of dimension is 158 centimeters) per person, plus one carry-on luggage with a maximum weight of approximately 15.4 pounds (about seven kilograms) and a maximum size of approximately 45 inches (22''x 11''x 9'') (115 cm: 56cm x 36cm x 23cm centimeters). Supplement for excess luggage is to be paid directly at the check-in counter. Passengers with more than approximately 44 pounds (about 20 kilograms) of excess luggage must check in at least two hours prior to departure. Maximum weight per item: approximately 44 pounds (about 20 kilograms)Three breakfasts, four lunches, and three dinners, with drinks included

• Dinner with a traditional Apsara dance show at the Sokha Angkor Hotel's poolside - Siem Reap
• Guided tours of the Angkor Thom Temple complex, Bayon Temple and Ta Prohm Temple - Siem Reap
• Waterfront gondola cruise with view of the South Gate of Angkor Thom - Siem Reap
• Tuk tuk ride from/back to the hotel - Siem Reap
• Guided visit to the Cham Museum - Da Nang
• Guided tour of Hoi An Town, Square, and Museum, a traditional merchant's house, and the Japanese Covered Bridge - Hoi An
• Lunch at a local restaurant - Hoi An
• Photo stop at the dragon-shaped Marble Mountain - Da Nang
• Guided visit to a marble workshop - Da Nang
• All sightseeing and transfers as per itinerary

Not Included:

Any meals and drinks not specified above, gratuities to drivers and tour guides, laundry, telephone calls, cancellation insurance, and other personal items.