18 days in Vietnam, Cambodia & Bali Itinerary

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Hanoi, Vietnam
— 2 nights
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Hue, Vietnam
— 2 nights
Train to Da Nang, Fly to Siem Reap
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Siem Reap, Cambodia
— 4 nights
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Phnom Penh, Cambodia
— 1 night
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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
— 2 nights
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Kuta, Indonesia
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Hanoi, Vietnam — 2 nights

Popular historic sites such as Old Quarter and Presidential Palace Historical Site are in your itinerary. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Temple of Literature & National University and Ba Dinh Square. There's still lots to do: contemplate the long history of Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, browse for treasures at 54 Traditions Gallery, contemplate the waterfront views at Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake), and capture your vacation like a pro with Vietnam in Focus - Photo Tours and Workshops.

For reviews, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Hanoi driving holiday planner.

London, UK to Hanoi is an approximately 15-hour flight. The time zone changes from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Indochina Time (ICT), which is usually a 7 hour difference. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Thu) early enough to fly to Hue.
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Hue, Vietnam — 2 nights

Kick off your visit on the 31st (Fri): steep yourself in history at Tomb of Tu Duc, contemplate the long history of Tomb of Minh Mang, then admire the landmark architecture of Thien Mu Pagoda, then steep yourself in history at Imperial City, and finally take in the views from Truong Tien Bridge.

For maps, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Hue travel planner.

Getting from Hanoi to Hue by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. In March, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 24°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) so you can travel to Siem Reap.
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Siem Reap, Cambodia — 4 nights

Temple Town

Your inner history buff will appreciate Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom. Ta Prohm and Phimeanakas are good opportunities to explore the local culture. The adventure continues: delve into the distant past at Bayon Temple, take in the spiritual surroundings of Banteay Srei, soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers, and steep yourself in history at Krol Ko.

To find reviews, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Siem Reap trip itinerary site.

Do a combination of train and flight from Hue to Siem Reap in 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and car. Traveling from Hue in April, things will get somewhat warmer in Siem Reap: highs are around 42°C and lows about 30°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) early enough to fly to Phnom Penh.
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Phnom Penh, Cambodia — 1 night

Charming City

Start off your visit on the 5th (Wed): contemplate the long history of Choeung Ek Genocidal Center, take an in-depth tour of Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, then explore the historical opulence of Royal Palace, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Silver Pagoda.

For ratings, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Phnom Penh trip itinerary builder.

Traveling by flight from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In April, daily temperatures in Phnom Penh can reach 41°C, while at night they dip to 30°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) so you can drive to Ho Chi Minh City.
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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam — 2 nights

Pearl of the Far East

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Thu): get engrossed in the history at War Remnants Museum, then get a sense of history and politics at Central Post Office, then pause for some serene contemplation at Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon, and finally indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink. On your second day here, hunt for treasures at Ben Thanh Market and then don't miss a visit to Cu Chi Tunnels.

To see other places to visit, photos, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Ho Chi Minh City online trip builder.

You can drive from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of bus and car. Expect a daytime high around 41°C in April, and nighttime lows around 30°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight to Kuta.
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Kuta, Indonesia — 4 nights

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Tanah Lot Temple and Jimbaran Bay. We've included these beaches for you: Kuta Beach - Bali and Nusa Dua Beach. Venture out of the city with trips to Ubud (Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary & Spas & Wellness). The adventure continues: kick back and relax at Pantai Sanur, indulge in some personalized pampering at MOXX ! Spa & Bodytec Seminyak, tour the pleasant surroundings at Pandawa Beach, and get a taste of the local shopping with Jalan Legian.

To see photos, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Kuta tour planning tool.

Fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Kuta in 7.5 hours. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Kuta. While traveling from Ho Chi Minh City, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in Kuta, ranging from highs of 36°C to lows of 29°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight back home.
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Vietnam travel guide

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While most Southeast Asian countries have at least one booming metropolis, none seem to bustle nearly throughout like Vietnam does. While busy locals zoom about on motorbikes, visitors fill their Vietnam vacations with a mix of cultural sightseeing and exploring the landscape. Big cities and towns boast colonial architecture, open-air markets, outstanding spa complexes, and modern restaurants. The country also features over 3,200 km (2,000 mi) of coastline dotted with sandy bays that attract scuba divers and kitesurfers. Away from busy urban centers, a tour of Vietnam reveals a rural landscape of lush rice paddies, jagged mountain peaks, and timeless villages unspoiled by the outside world.
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Cambodia travel guide

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Ruins · Historic Sites · Spas
For over six centuries, the mighty Khmer Empire flourished in Cambodia, a scenic land of majestic temples, pristine waterfalls, and dense jungles. A protectorate of France between 1863 and 1953, the country suffered under the Khmer Rouge, a ruling party remembered mostly for its part in organizing the bloody Cambodian genocide of the 1970s. Today, a trip to Cambodia will reveal the region's troubled history, but also some of Southeast Asia's most significant archaeological sites. Few tourist attractions in Cambodia match the splendor of Angkor Wat, a World Heritage-listed temple complex that represents the biggest religious monument on the planet.
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Bali travel guide

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World heritage site · Spas · Beaches
Island of the Gods
A province of Indonesia, the island of Bali remains one of the world's top tourist destinations thanks to its beaches, diving spots, and resorts. Take a trip to Bali to discover the island's smiling and famously hospitable locals--perhaps the biggest treasure of this tropical paradise. More than just another fun-in-the-sun getaway, Bali also reveals a rich history and varied geography of mountains, rugged coastal areas, sandy beaches, thriving rice terraces, and stark volcanic hillsides that seem transported from another planet. A Bali tour uncovers some of the world's best surfing spots, as well as a deeply spiritual local culture and globally significant archeological attractions.
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