From Saigon to Bangkok via Angkor, beaches and the Mekong Delta
Beginning in frenetic Saigon we cross three countries in two weeks, making for a varied and fascinating trip. We encounter the majestic and otherworldly ruins at Angkor, the lush fertility of the Mekong Delta and the sobering faces of the tragic recent history of Vietnam and Cambodia. Getting off-the-beaten-track, we journey into rural Cambodia and have a couple of days to relax by the beach. A short stay in Bangkok rounds off our trip perfectly with time for shopping and sightseeing.

Day 1 Start Saigon. 2 Morning visit to Cu Chi Tunnels; afternoon tour of Saigon. 3 To the Mekong Delta visiting local craft industries and the floating market at Cai Be; overnight village homestay. 4 Walking tour and sampan ride in the delta; to Chau Doc; afternoon walk up Sam Mountain for sunset. 5 Into Cambodia: via Kampot to the beach resort town of Sihanoukville. 6 Free day at the beach. 7 Morning at leisure; drive to Phnom Penh. 8 Full day sightseeing including the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, Tuol Sleng Prison Museum and the 'Killing Fields'. 9 Drive to Siem Reap via Skuon, trying its famous fried spiders if you dare; sunset views over the temples at Angkor. 10-11 One and a half days to explore the amazing temple complex at Angkor including Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, the impressive Bayon and Ta Prohm Temple. 12 Fly to Bangkok; afternoon city tour including the Grand Palace and Wat Po. 13 Free day in Bangkok. 14 End Bangkok.