Two of the most beautiful, historic, and friendly places in all of Asia, dynamic Vietnam and pastoral Cambodia, are intriguing studies in contrast. Each possesses its own unique charm and social traditions, its own tragic history and complex past. Ho Chi Minh City offers a heady mixture of old and new, often surprising visitors with its charm. As the lifeblood of Southeast Asia, the Mekong teems with colorful floating villages. Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s thriving capital, is fast-forwarding to the future yet retains a provincial intimacy. And colorful Siem Reap provides the gateway to the vast UNESCO-designated jungle temple complex of Angkor Wat.

1. Day 1
   Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

   Thu, Sep 16, 2027

   Arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport. If you have arranged a Uniworld arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the Park Hyatt Saigon. Tonight, consider popping out to explore the lively Ben Thanh Night Market or one of the city’s quintessential evening cafés—either choice would mark a splendid start to your adventure.
2. Day 2
   Ho Chi Minh City

   Fri, Sep 17, 2027

   Experience how ancient history melds with the boisterous present in Vietnam’s largest city, where skyscrapers tower over ancient temples and motorbikes putter along picturesque alleys.
   Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
3. Day 3
   Ho Chi Minh City, Transfer to My Tho (Embark), Tien Loi (Ben Tre)

   Sat, Sep 18, 2027

   Today’s featured excursion provides a fascinating glimpse of the Viet Cong’s vast network of incredibly narrow tunnels dating back to the Vietnam War. Following lunch, you’ll be taken to the Mekong Jewel.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
4. Day 4
   Tien Loi (Ben Tre), Vinh Long, Sa Dec

   Sun, Sep 19, 2027

   Today, you'll witness the hustle and bustle of delta river life on a unique excursion created exclusively for Uniworld guests, where you can see how local farmers weave sedge hats, decorate bonsais, and more. Back onboard, savor an authentic Vietnamese meal this evening.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
5. Day 5
   Sa Dec, Gieng Island, Hong Ngu, Cruising the Mekong River

   Mon, Sep 20, 2027

   Following breakfast, continue your journey via sampan, where you’ll observe the daily routines of the villagers in Sa Dec. Visit a colorful temple, the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, and then venture to Gieng Island, where you’ll experience how a local family makes incense sticks and the conical hat.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
6. Day 6
   Hong Ngu, Cruising the Mekong River, Phnom Penh

   Tue, Sep 21, 2027

   Visit the local island village of Hong Ngu, a major producer of the traditional Khmer scarves located not far from the Vietnam-Cambodia border. Since they’re woven in many homes around the village, you’ll have the opportunity to see the process first-hand. You’ll also stop at a local temple dedicated to a unique religion founded in this area of Vietnam, Hoa Hoa.This afternoon, you’ll cross the Vietnamese border, and tomorrow you’ll awake in Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s capital city, for the next leg of your exciting journey.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
7. Day 7
   Phnom Penh

   Wed, Sep 22, 2027

   Today, you’ll discover the thriving capital of the Kingdom of Cambodia, Phnom Penh. It stands at the juncture of three captivating rivers and represents a dizzying blend of architectural styles—French colonial, Khmer, modern, and everything in between. Here, you’ll find an alluring riverside esplanade amid numerous bewitching Buddhist temples, palaces, and artifacts.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
8. Day 8
   Phnom Penh, Cruising the Mekong River, Angkor Ban

   Thu, Sep 23, 2027

   Today’s featured excursion may be the most profound and memorable experience of your entire journey. You’ll learn about the infamous Killing Fields of the Khmer Rouge and visit a former school-turned-prison that is now a genocide museum.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
9. Day 9
   Angkor Ban, Wat Hanchey, Kampong Cham

   Fri, Sep 24, 2027

   If yesterday was an exploration of Cambodia’s dark past, today is a celebration of the country’s bright future. You’ll meet young children at a local school and friendly villagers in their homes, and have a rare opportunity to receive an unforgettable water blessing from local Buddhist monks.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
10. Day 10
    Kampong Cham (Disembark), Transfer to Siem Reap

    Sat, Sep 25, 2027

    You’ll disembark in the morning and transfer via executive motorcoach to Siem Reap, the gateway to Angkor, the legendary archaeological site. You will enjoy three nights at the Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort, minutes away from the famed temple complex of Angkor Wat.
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
11. Day 11
    Siem Reap

    Sun, Sep 26, 2027

    Today is a bucket list kind of day as you explore the ancient temples of Angkor Wat, a gigantic religious complex that is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
    Meals: Breakfast
12. Day 12
    Siem Reap

    Mon, Sep 27, 2027

    Today you will enter the spectacular remnants of Angkor Thom, the royal city. Built during the heyday of the Khmer dynasty in the 12th century, this extraordinary complex of Hindu and Buddhist monuments was once lost to the world for many years, hidden under dense jungle vines.
    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
13. Day 13
    Siem Reap, Fly to Hanoi

    Tue, Sep 28, 2027

    Enjoy free time in Siem Reap before your included flight to Hanoi. Then, check in to your luxury accommodations, the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Hotel.
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
14. Day 14
    Hanoi

    Wed, Sep 29, 2027

    Hanoi’s elegant boulevards are lined with trees and handsome buildings, as you'll see on today's fascinating tour of the city. At the same time, this lively cultural center—Vietnam’s capital city—is replete with bustling streets, food vendors, museums, and historic sites, making for an intriguing study in contrasts that rivals any other metropolitan destination.
    Meals: Breakfast
15. Day 15
    Hanoi

    Thu, Sep 30, 2027

    Check out of your luxury hotel. If you have arranged a Uniworld departure transfer, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight home.
    Meals: Breakfast