Explore Vietnam & Cambodia in 8 Days from Istanbul

Meet at Istanbul Airport and depart for Doha on Qatar Airways flight QR 240 at 13:50. After a short layover, fly to Bangkok on flight QR 838 at 20:05. Rest on the plane during the overnight journey. Overnight on the plane.

Breakfast DMK Siem Reap (SAI) - CAMBODIA We arrive at Bangkok - Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) at 06:40 in the morning. After passport and luggage procedures, we transfer to our private bus. Departure from Bangkok city (panoramic transit) We navigate through the morning traffic and head out of Bangkok, traveling towards the Thai countryside along a short panoramic route. Transfer between BKK and DMK airports After leaving Suvarnabhumi, we proceed towards Don Mueang Airport (DMK) with our private bus. Late Breakfast break on the DMK route We stop at a convenient point between BKK and DMK for a late breakfast service. Here, we take a break of approximately 1-1.5 hours, allowing guests to relax and prepare for the next flight. Transition to Siem Reap via AirAsia from DMK After breakfast, we arrive at Don Mueang Airport (DMK) and complete our check-in procedures. Flight: Thai AirAsia - FD 614 15:00 DMK - Don Mueang 15:55 SAI - Siem Reap Angkor Arrival in Siem Reap and transfer to the hotel After landing at Siem Reap - Angkor International Airport, we complete passport procedures and are greeted before transferring to the hotel with our private vehicle.

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, we depart to explore the Angkor Archaeological Park, a world heritage treasure of Cambodia. Throughout the day, we will experience both the classic Angkor heritage and the mystical atmosphere within the tropical forests. Our first stop of the day is Angkor Wat, the greatest masterpiece of the Khmer civilization. Accompanied by our guide, we will explore this massive temple, which features reliefs, galleries, lotus towers, water moats, and the main complex that hosts universal symbols. As we walk through the long galleries housing over 3000 relief figures, the architectural narrative of the temple will be detailed. Next, we move to the Angkor Thom area, which was once the capital of the Khmer Empire. Our first visit here is to the Bayon Temple, known for its hundreds of stone faces, each bearing different expressions. With its giant face sculptures atop dozens of towers and narrow passages, Bayon is one of the most impressive structures in the entire Angkor region.

After breakfast, we check out of the hotel and head towards Tonle Sap Lake, the largest freshwater ecosystem in Southeast Asia. Located south of Siem Reap, this vast lake uniquely shapes the region's way of life by changing its water level by 6-8 meters depending on the season. Upon arrival at the lakeside, we board our traditional wooden boats for a serene journey among the floating villages. During this tour, we will have the opportunity to closely observe: Wooden stilt houses rising above the water, Floating schools and churches moving on the lake, The daily lives of local fishermen, Small market boats and children using canoes for transport. Our guide will provide detailed information about the ecological significance of Tonle Sap and the culture of the local people living in harmony with water. After the boat tour, we return to Siem Reap city center and transfer to our private bus for our journey to Phnom Penh. This trip, which will allow us to witness Cambodia's rural life, takes approximately 5-6 hours. The route, passing through vast rice fields, palm trees, small villages, and rural markets, lets us feel the authentic atmosphere of the country.

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, we begin our city tour of Phnom Penh, the historical, cultural, and political center of Cambodia. This vibrant capital, situated at the confluence of the Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers, offers a unique atmosphere blending French colonial architecture with Khmer traditions. Our first stop of the day is the Royal Palace and the adjacent Silver Pagoda complex, one of the most magnificent structures in the city. The palace, which serves as the official residence of the royal family, is known for its golden adorned roofs, spacious courtyards, and elegant examples of classical Khmer architecture. In the neighboring Silver Pagoda, you will find a captivating collection, including over 5,000 silver tiles covering the floor and Buddha statues adorned with precious stones. Our guide will provide detailed insights into Cambodia's monarchy tradition and religious rituals during this section. Next, we continue on a panoramic route through the city, passing by the post office building from the French colonial period, wide boulevards, and areas with colonial mansions.

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, we check out and prepare to leave Phnom Penh with our luggage. Today, we will travel by road towards Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), the largest metropolis in Vietnam. This journey offers a colorful transition from the Cambodian countryside to Vietnam's tropical deltas. As we depart from Phnom Penh, we have the opportunity to closely observe the true fabric of life in Cambodia, accompanied by expansive rice fields, water buffalo, palm trees, and rural markets, while progressing along the Mekong basin. Necessary breaks will be made along the route; short photo stops will also be arranged according to the flow of the tour. By midday, we reach the Cambodia-Vietnam border crossing. After completing passport and border crossing procedures, we enter Vietnam. Once the border process is complete, we continue towards Ho Chi Minh City, moving through lush deltas that immediately evoke the country's tropical climate.

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, we set off to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, one of the most striking legacies of the Vietnam War. As we head towards the rural areas of Saigon, we travel through rice fields, rubber trees, and small village life, reaching the Cu Chi region after approximately 1.5 hours. Upon arrival, we explore this historic tunnel system, which was used by the Viet Cong guerrillas during the war and comprises over 250 kilometers of tunnels, with our guide. During our visit, we receive detailed information about: Narrow escape corridors, hiding rooms, and kitchen systems Secret trap mechanisms used during the war Examples of how the tunnels were dug and transformed into living spaces Tactics and underground life during the war explained by our guide Guests who wish can experience this atmosphere by briefly entering the expanded sections of the tunnels. After the Cu Chi visit, we enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in the area. Following the meal, we turn our route towards the Mekong Delta, one of the lifelines of Vietnam. We reach the delta region by passing through rural areas surrounded by tropical trees.

We will check out of the hotel very early in the morning and transfer to Saigon - Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN). After completing passport and luggage procedures, we will depart for Doha on Qatar Airways flight QR 975 at 08:55. We will arrive in Doha at 12:55 and, after a short layover, we will continue our journey to Istanbul on Qatar Airways flight QR 245 at 14:05. After approximately 5 hours of travel, we will arrive at Istanbul Airport at 18:40 the same day. After completing passport and luggage procedures, our tour will come to an end.