The Mekong Delta in Vietnam | On The Go Tours
FROM: USD $1,815 pp

From Ho Chi Minh City, explore the Mekong Delta and the ingenious Cu Chi Tunnels before taking in the highlights of Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and the incredible Angkor Complex in Cambodia. Then wing your way to Bangkok, to end this 11 day Indochina adventure in Thailand's captivating capital.

Inclusions
Itinerary
Prices & Dates
Hotels
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Trip Highlights

Angkor Wat Complex – Discover the iconic Angkor Wat and see the many stone faces of the Bayon Temple in Angkor Thom
Bangkok – Ride on a tuk-tuk through the streets of the city and cruise along its canals in a traditional longtail boat
Mekong Delta – Visit the Cai Rang Floating Market and explore the Mekong aboard a traditional sampan
Tonle Sap Lake – Enjoy a boat ride on the lake and see the colourful houses of Kampong Phluk built on stilts over the lake
Cu Chi Tunnels – Discover the incredible network of tunnels which were used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War
Ho Chi Minh City – Explore the capital of Vietnam on our guided tour and visit the sobering War Remnants Museum
Phnom Penh – Tour highlights of the city include the Silver Pagoda and discover the horrors of the Khmer Rouge at Toul Sleng Prison
NGO Phare Cambodian Circus – Join an evening of entertainment at this incredible circus show

Included

Breakfast daily, 3 lunches and 1 dinner
Guided sightseeing - Mekong Delta, Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi, Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, the Temples of Angkor and Bangkok
Boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake
2 economy class flights: Phnom Penh to Siem Reap and Siem Reap to Bangkok
All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles
10 nights 4 star and special class hotels
Sampan boat trip in the Mekong Delta
Escorted by English speaking Vietnamese and Cambodian tour guides, and a Thai guide for the Bangkok city tour
Airport arrival transfer day 1 and departure transfer day 11

Not Included

International flights and visas
Entrance Fees: USD$135-145pp, paid in USD or VND
Tip for your tour guide. We recommend you allow USD$3-6 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guide is an entirely personal gesture
Tipping Kitty: USD$30-40pp, paid in USD or VND

Itinerary

Day 1

Ho Chi Minh City, aka Saigon

Friday. Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City, aka Saigon! On arrival at the airport you’ll be transferred to our hotel, before the rest of today is free to explore at leisure. Perhaps visit the Reunification Palace - the Vietnam War came to an end here on 30 April 1975 as a North Vietnamese tank crashed through the gates.
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City

Day 2

Cruising the Mekong

Ho Chi Minh City - Cai Be - Can Tho. This morning we drive to Cai Be and board a traditional sampan boat to cruise along the Mekong River. Enjoy lunch in a traditional wooden home on Dong Hoa Hiep Island and pass the beautiful Cai Be church as we sail. Later, we’ll stop at some home factories to sample local sweets and see how they are made.
Overnight: Can Tho  |  Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3

Mekong & Saigon

Can Tho - Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy a morning visit to the famous Cai Rang floating market before we return to Ho Chi Minh City for a guided walking tour. Discover highlights of the city including the Notre Dame Cathedral and the sobering War Remnants Museum. This evening is free to enjoy as you please.
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City  |  Breakfast

Day 4

Cu Chi Tunnels & Phnom Penh

Ho Chi Minh City - Phnom Penh. Today we visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, used by the Viet Cong to their advantage during the Vietnam War. You’ll see trapdoors, booby traps and weapons factories that were used by the guerrilla fighters, as well as living accommodation. Crawl through a section of the famous tunnels and fire weapons including M16’s and AK47’s at the firing range.

This afternoon we say goodbye to Vietnam and cross into Cambodia. We then drive to the country’s capital, Phnom Penh.
Overnight: Phnom Penh  |  Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5

Phnom Penh sightseeing

Explore the highlights of Phnom Penh today as we enjoy a guided tour of the capital. See the National Museum of Fine Arts and the beautiful Royal Palace. Continue to the famous Silver Pagoda, where statues of Buddha are encrusted with thousands of diamonds.

This afternoon discover the darker side of Cambodia’s past as we learn about the Khmer Rouge with visits to Toul Sleng Prison ($21) and the Killing Fields. The barbaric Pol Pot regime executed thousands of people during their brief rule of the country from 1975 - 1979.
Overnight: Phnom Penh  |  Breakfast

Day 6

Angkor Wat

Phnom Penh - Siem Reap. Today we fly from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap (included) and visit The Angkor National Museum. Later, explore Cambodia’s most famous attraction with a visit to Angkor Wat - so iconic that it features on the Cambodian flag. This breath-taking temple complex is one of the world’s largest religious buildings. Marvel at the carvings and bas-reliefs on the walls and the shimmering moat which surrounds the entire site. After our visit, the evening is free to explore Siem Reap’s buzzing nightlife at leisure.
Overnight: Siem Reap  |  Breakfast

Day 7

Angkor Thom

Early this morning there’s an optional excursion to watch the sun rise over Angkor Wat. Then our day’s sightseeing begins with a visit to Banteay Srei Temple and an exotic butterfly sanctuary. Next stop is Preak Dak village where you can help to support On The Go’s tree planting initiative to help the low-income farmers. Plant a jackfruit or mango sapling that will one day provide the villagers with food and produce to sell.

Later, we explore the ancient city of Angkor Thom and see the many stone faces of the Bayon Temple. Continue to Ta Prohm and admire this ancient site, slowly being reclaimed by the wilderness. Tonight, we attend the Phare NGO circus project. The NGO teaches circus skills to street children and you’ll be inspired by their performance.
Overnight: Siem Reap  |  Breakfast

Day 8

Tonle Sap Lake

Today we visit the villages of Kampong Phluk, built on the floodplain of Tonle Sap Lake. The colourful houses are built high in the air on stilts, to prevent them from flooding. We’ll enjoy a boat trip on the lake and see the ancient petrified trees of a flooded forest. Later, we return to Siem Reap for an afternoon at leisure. Perhaps browse the local market or explore the vibrant nightlife down Pub Street?
Overnight: Siem Reap  |  Breakfast, Lunch

Day 9

Fly to Bangkok

Siem Reap - Bangkok (Thailand). Say goodbye to Cambodia today as we fly to Bangkok (included). On arrival at the airport you’ll be transferred to our hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight: Bangkok  |  Breakfast

Day 10

Bangkok sightseeing

Today we discover the highlights of Thailand’s capital with a guided tour. Visit the colourful Bangkok Flower Market and the Grand Palace in the heart of the city. We’ll also enjoy a tuk-tuk ride to the famous reclining Buddha at Wat Pho.

After lunch at a local restaurant we board a traditional longtail boat to explore some of the canals that crisscross the city. Bangkok used to be known as the “Venice of the East” and although many of its canals have been filled in, plenty remain for us to discover, away from the notorious Bangkok traffic. Our tour ends at the famous Khao San Road where there are street stalls, restaurants and bars a plenty. It's a great place to eat, relax and party the night away. The rest of the afternoon and evening is free for you to explore at leisure.
Overnight: Bangkok  |  Breakfast, Lunch

Day 11

Bangkok

Monday. Our adventure comes to an end today with an included departure transfer to the airport. If you’d like to extend your stay in Thailand, then we are happy to assist you.
Breakfast

Prices & Dates

Departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 4 persons. 'Twin Share' prices are per person when there are 2 people sharing a room. 'Single Room' prices are applicable to those who don’t have anyone to share a room with or anyone wanting the privacy of a single room.

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Twin Share
Single Room
USD $1,995
USD $2,675
USD $1,815
USD $2,565
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USD $2,055
USD $2,765
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USD $2,765
USD $2,055
USD $2,765
USD $2,055
USD $2,765
USD $2,055
USD $2,765
23 Dec - 02 Jan Christmas departure - book early!
Christmas departure - book early!
USD $2,155
USD $2,765
30 Dec - 09 Jan New Year's departure, book early!
New Year's departure, book early!
USD $2,155
USD $2,765

Extra Prices

Twin Share
Single Room
Pre Tour Accommodation Saigon
USD $55
USD $105

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.

Muong Thanh Centre, Ho Chi Minh City

Our Category: Superior   |   Regional Category: 4 Star Hotel

Centrally located, yet on a peaceful, tree-lined street, you will find the Muong Thanh Centre. Only a ten-minute walk from top attractions such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, Opera House and Ben Thanh Market, this hotel is a great base for exploring the famous sights of the city. Its guest rooms boast sophisticated designs and panoramic views. Warm and friendly, the Muong Thanh Centre also features a spa and swimming pool for you to relax and unwind after a long day of sightseeing.

Northern Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City

Our Category: Standard   |   Regional Category: 3 Star Hotel

Located in Saigon's central business district, the Northern Hotel offers comfortable and stylish accommodation. Guest rooms are contemporary in style and are decorated with warming tones and excellent en suite facilities. The onsite restaurant offers a variety of European and Asian dishes set on the mezzanine floor. The hotel also offers complimentary use of computers in the lobby and a fully equipped gym for those who wish keep fit whilst staying in the city.

Victoria Hotel Can Tho, Can Tho

Our Category: Superior   |   Regional Category: 4 Star Hotel

This attractive, colonial-style resort is tastefully decorated with well-appointed rooms and a wide range of facilities including a spa, tennis courts, open-air bar, restaurant and a gym. The hotel also offers sunrise and sunset cruises to the floating markets aboard the Lady Hau junk.

Iris Hotel, Can Tho

Our Category: Superior   |   Regional Category: 4 Star Hotel

This elegant hotel is housed within a modern building in the city of Can Tho. Each guest room comes equipped with plush furnishings to ensure a good night's sleep and is decorated with a neutral palate and calming tones. Rooms look over the city and boast a range of modern amenities such as air conditioning and stylish ensuite facilities. Magnificent views of the city can be had from the hotel's skybar while a range of gourmet local and international dishes can be sampled at the onsite restaurant.

Harmony Phnom Penh Hotel, Phnom Penh

Our Category: Superior   |   Regional Category: 4 Star Hotel

Just 5 minutes from the Royal Palace, the Harmony Hotel in Phnom Penh is an elegant hotel with a great location. The spacious rooms feature plush furnishings with a smart decor of dark wood flooring and white walls with accents of colour. The hotel features a rooftop infinity pool and Jacuzzi with views across the river and the city, a perfect spot to relax after a busy day sightseeing. Guests can dine on a choice of Asian and Western dishes at the hotel's restaurant and enjoy a wide selection of beverages.

Angkor Paradise Hotel , Siem Reap

Our Category: Superior   |   Regional Category: 4 Star Hotel

Not far from Angkor Wat, the Angkor Paradise Hotel offers elegant accommodation in a world famous setting. Guest rooms are beautifully furnished with traditional wooden floors and all mod cons. All rooms have either fabulous views of the city or the hotel's outdoor pool. The hotel also boasts a great onsite restaurant, fitness centre and pool terrace. The Angkor Paradise Hotel is situated a short distance from Siem Reap international airport and the majestic Angkor Archaeological Park.

Rembrandt Hotel & Suites Bangkok, Bangkok

Our Category: Superior   |   Regional Category: 4 Star Hotel

The Rembrandt hotel is conveniently located in the lively Sukhumvit area of Bangkok, with its wealth of restaurants, shops and bars. Overlooking Bangkok’s stunning cityscape, guest rooms are spacious and modern, with floor-to-ceiling windows, 32-inch flat-screen cable TV and WiFi. The hotel serves a hearty buffet breakfast and a choice of Indian, Mexican and Italian cuisine is offered at the three renowned restaurants. Guests can enjoy views of the city skyline from the outdoor pool, indulge in treatments at the hotel's spa and watch the sunset from the rooftop bar, while sampling a creative selection of cocktails.

In Brief

Range
Trip Type
Starts
Ho Chi Minh City
Ends
Bangkok
Departs
Fridays
Group Size
Min 4 / Max 24
Hotel Rating
4 star
Tour Guide
Yes - escorted by a tour guide
Meals
Breakfast: 10, Lunch: 3, Dinner: 1
Visiting
Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho, Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Bangkok, The Mekong Delta, Temples of Angkor
Countries
Click to play videoSaigon City Hall in the early evening light
Click to play videoBoat rowing its way along the Mekong Delta
Click to play videoThe gold and glittering royal palace in the middle of capital city Phnom Penh
Click to play videoAerial view of the Angkor Wat complex, situated just outside of Siem Reap
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