Vietnam & Cambodia Easygoing Walking Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

10 days

9 nights

Activity Levels 1-2

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels & Casual Ship

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Vietnam & Cambodia Easygoing Walking Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

10 days

9 nights

Activity Levels 1-2

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels & Casual Ship

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2025: Oct-Nov

From $8,149 /person

Includes $450 internal air 

Dolce Tempo Journey from Halong Bay to Majestic Angkor Wat

For anyone raised on stories of faraway adventures and beguiling cultures, a journey to Vietnam and Cambodia is a chance to at last unravel those mysteries and be immersed in a truly enchanting corner of the world. It’s a place that feels as welcoming and familiar as it does captivating and foreign; a place full of endless natural wonders and astonishing cultural history. One thing is certain: your mind will linger here long after you’ve left its magic behind.      

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Highlights

  • Walk amid Cambodia's thrilling temple ruins, a photographer’s dream, and boat across the mythical landscape of Halong Bay, where karst cliffs ascend out of tranquil waters
  • Marvel at Hué's impressive 19th-century citadel—home to numerous palaces, shrines and stone walls—and wander the quaint, lantern-lit streets of the ancient port of Hoi An
  • Taste the many delightful small plates of Vietnamese imperial cuisine, dine in a traditional local home and peruse the food stalls that line the vibrant markets of Hanoi
  • Luxuriate at superb hotels and spas, from a French Colonial getaway to exquisite private villas, and enjoy two nights aboard our private casual ship in spectacular Halong Bay

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Vietnam & Cambodia Easygoing Walking Tour map

Vietnam & Cambodia

StartHanoi

EndSiem Reap

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Itinerary

Days 1-2

Description

Join our local guide as they introduce us to the layers of Vietnamese culture hidden behind every alleyway • Cruise in a bicycle rickshaw through narrow streets packed with food vendors and flower stalls • Sail through the World Heritage landscape of Halong Bay, exploring its hidden beaches, lagoons and photogenic caves • Kayak alongside karst cliffs that jut beautifully up from the water • Opt for a sunrise tai chi class • Stroll the isle of Cát Bà for insights into Vietnamese island life • Learn ancient Vietnamese folklore from this “land of the descending dragon” • Dine on fresh seafood under the stars aboard our floating hotel.

Accommodations

Nights 1-2

Indochina Sails Ship
Halong Bay
| *Casual Ship

These fully equipped boats allow us to explore Halong Bay's spectacular karst formations by day, then retreat to quiet coves at night. Though rooms, with attached bathrooms, are small and basic, we'll be aboard the most comfortable boats on the more exclusive parts of the bay—on a charter just for Backroads.

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Day 3

Description

Savor breakfast aboard our junk boat as we sail to the mainland • Visit Hoa Lo Prison, colloquially known as the “Hanoi Hilton” • Stroll the frenetic and thrilling streets of Hanoi's Old Quarter, famous for its 36 guilds—named for the traders and artisans who have made their home here for some 2,000 years • Pull up a stool and get a taste of local culture with a street-side bia hoi (fresh beer).

Accommodations

Night 3

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Hanoi
Premiere Hotel

This five-star historic landmark is a French colonial gem set in the heart of old Hanoi. Condé Nast Traveler Gold List. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa)

Accommodations may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Day 4

Description

Walk through fishing villages lining the central coast Discover imperial Hué, with its centuries-old palaces and temples • Get a unique glimpse of everyday life as we dine in the traditional home of a local friend • Taste the many small plates that make up Vietnamese imperial cuisine, famous in this region • Meander on foot through the imposing citadel, site of heavy conflict during the Vietnam War.

Accommodations

Night 4

Azerai La Résidence Hué
Hué
Premiere Hotel

A blend of Asian and colonial charm, this boutique hotel is housed in the former governor's mansion on the bank of the Perfume River. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa)

Accommodations may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 5-6

Description

Explore regal mausoleums and riverside neighborhoods • Cruise on a dragon boat down the Perfume River • Stroll through the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An, an ancient trading town with gorgeously preserved architecture • Pop into a bustling tailor shop or famous eatery to experience the local culture • Enjoy the sea breezes as you traverse Vietnam's central coast • Get a feel for rural life on Cam Kim Island • Learn the secret to local dishes in a cooking class.

Accommodations

Nights 5-6

Anantara Hoi An Resort
Hoi An
Premiere Hotel

This luxury French colonial hideaway is set on the edge of the picturesque Thu Bon River near the heart of town. (pool, spa)

Accommodations may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 7-10

Description

Venture to Cambodia and its captivating iconic temples, giant carved faces and tree-twisted ruins • Explore the shore of South East Asia's largest lake and the bread basket of Cambodia, Ton Le Sap • Marvel at the towering stilted homes of a local village • Watch the sunrise over Angkor Wat, the largest religious complex on Earth • Learn from our local guide about the rise and fall of the powerful Khmer Empire.

Accommodations

Nights 7-9

Zannier Hotels Phum Baitang
Siem Reap
Premiere Hotel

An exquisite fusion of indoor-outdoor living awaits in private villas amid 20 acres of green gardens and iconic rice fields just beyond the entrance to World Heritage Angkor Wat. (pool, spa)

Accommodations may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Includes $450 internal air 

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The Best of Both Worlds

Enjoy an exciting combination of stylish retreats nestled into stunning landscapes and scenic views from the comfort of a floating hotel.

Accommodations may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Nights 1-2

Indochina Sails Ship
Halong Bay

*Casual Ship

These fully equipped boats allow us to explore Halong Bay's spectacular karst formations by day, then retreat to quiet coves at night. Though rooms, with attached bathrooms, are small and basic, we'll be aboard the most comfortable boats on the more exclusive parts of the bay—on a charter just for Backroads.

View sample deck plans

Night 3

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Hanoi

Premiere Hotel

This five-star historic landmark is a French colonial gem set in the heart of old Hanoi. Condé Nast Traveler Gold List. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa)

Night 4

Azerai La Résidence Hué
Hué

Premiere Hotel

A blend of Asian and colonial charm, this boutique hotel is housed in the former governor's mansion on the bank of the Perfume River. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa)

Nights 5-6

Anantara Hoi An Resort
Hoi An

Premiere Hotel

This luxury French colonial hideaway is set on the edge of the picturesque Thu Bon River near the heart of town. (pool, spa)

Nights 7-9

Zannier Hotels Phum Baitang
Siem Reap

Premiere Hotel

An exquisite fusion of indoor-outdoor living awaits in private villas amid 20 acres of green gardens and iconic rice fields just beyond the entrance to World Heritage Angkor Wat. (pool, spa)

From $8,149 /person

Includes $450 internal air 

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