Cambodia & Vietnam Tour from Istanbul

Meet at the Singapore Airlines counter in the international terminal of Istanbul Airport 3 hours before departure. Following baggage and ticket procedures, departure for Singapore Changi Airport at 13.15 on Singapore Airlines flight SQ391. Overnight on the aircraft. After arriving at 04.45 local time, we change aircraft and depart for Siem Reap at 08.40 on Singapore Airlines flight SQ164. After arriving in Siem Reap at 09.55 local time, transfer to our hotel and free time. After a short rest, guests who wish may join the optional Magnificent Floating Houses on Tonlé Sap Lake and Night Market Tour. (45 Euro) First, we will visit the floating village built on Tonlé Sap Lake and governed through a traditional local administration. The statement that human beings, though land-dwelling creatures, manage to survive in every environment takes on its full meaning in the Floating Houses village. People here continue their lives without setting foot on land. The absence of roads forces students to travel to school by water, while even the lack of electricity has not made people give up their love of television. People install antennas on their houses and watch television using batteries.

After breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish may join the optional Magnificent Angkor Temple Tour with Lunch. (100 Euro) We will visit the world's most natural-looking temple, which has a history of more than 900 years, was built according to the principles of Hinduism across an area of 8 square kilometres, was later influenced by Buddhism through many wars and eras, and has served as a film set. After our visit, we continue to a local restaurant for lunch. After a pleasant meal, transfer to our hotel. In the evening, guests who wish may join our optional Magnificent Dinner with Traditional Apsara Dances Tour. (30 Euro) If you would like to enjoy your dinner accompanied by traditional Cambodian dances, this theatre will be one of the best choices for you. At this theatre, where Khmer culture and traditional theatre are blended, you can experience both at the same time. After a pleasant evening, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport at the time specified by our guide. Following baggage and ticket procedures, we fly to Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, on a journey of approximately 1.5 hours with a local airline. Upon arrival, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish may join the optional Magnificent Halong Bay Boat (Cruise) Tour with Lunch. (140 Euro) Halong Bay, located in northeastern Vietnam and included on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is a magnificent natural wonder. Famous for its approximately 2.000 limestone islands and rocky outcrops, the bay has an enchanting atmosphere with fairy-tale scenery. In this region, considered one of the world's 7 natural wonders, we board our vessel and enjoy lunch accompanied by magnificent views of Halong Bay. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, our Hanoi city tour begins. Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is one of the country's most important cities, reflecting its spirit through both its historical and cultural riches. During our city tour, we see the Mausoleum of Vietnam's national hero Ho Chi Minh; the Palace beside the Mausoleum, built by the French during the colonial period they established on the Indochina Peninsula; the houses where Ho Chi Minh lived; and the One Pillar Pagoda, which has stood since 1049. Our next stops will be the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university and shaped by the teachings of Confucius; Lake Hoan Kiem, at the very centre of Hanoi, which was founded in 1010; and Ngoc Son Temple. After our tour, transfer to the airport at the time specified by our guide. Following baggage and ticket procedures, we fly to Saigon on a journey of approximately 2.5 hours with a local airline. Upon arrival, transfer to our hotel and free time. In the evening, guests who wish may join the optional Magnificent Saigon River Cruise Boat Tour with Dinner. (55 Euro) After a pleasant dinner accompanied by magnificent views of Saigon, we return to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish may join the optional Magnificent Chu Chi Tunnels Tour with Lunch. (75 Euro) These engineering-marvel tunnels, built underground during the Vietnam War, were constructed across 5 levels. As you explore these narrow tunnels, which were used not only for fighting but also as living spaces, you will hear stories about how local people lived in them and will also have the opportunity to experience using heavy machine guns. On the return from the tour, we will have lunch at a local restaurant. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Our city tour then begins. Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam's largest city and formerly known as Saigon, is located in the south of the country and offers visitors unforgettable moments with its historic character, French colonial architecture, lively street life and delicious cuisine. During our city tour, the sights include Notre Dame Cathedral from the French colonial period, the Central Post Office, the War Remnants Museum (viewed from outside), which bears traces of the Vietnam War, and Ben Thanh Market, famous for souvenirs and handicrafts. After our tour, transfer to our hotel and free time.

After breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish may join the optional Magnificent Mekong Delta Tour with Lunch. (75 Euro) During this programme, in which we will experience life on the delta's 3 different islands, we will taste tropical fruits accompanied by music from local artists in colourful orchards and sip homemade honey tea. After a boat ride among the reeds in the water that you constantly see in Vietnam War films, we will have lunch at a local restaurant. After our tour, free time will be provided at the daytime Ben Thanh Market in the city centre, which is covered for protection from the sun. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel and check-out procedures, free time. Later, transfer to the airport at the time specified by our guide. Following baggage and ticket procedures, departure for Singapore at 19.55 on Singapore Airlines flight SQ185. After arriving in Singapore at 22.55 local time, we change aircraft and depart for Istanbul at 01.50 on Singapore Airlines flight SQ392. Arrival at 08.45 local time and the end of our tour.