How to Plan a Pleasant Vietnam Cambodia Tour

Lying on the Indochinese Peninsula in mainland Southeast Asia, Cambodia and Vietnam are two of the most popular countries in the region for tourists from the west. With millions of tourists descending on these two beautiful countries every year, and the local governments’ dedications to tourism, planning a pleasant tour of Cambodia and Vietnam is not as hard as most people think it will be.

Visas are required for most people visiting both countries, and while Cambodia visas can be obtained on arrival in the country, the visa for Vietnam has to be pre-obtained, or at least pre-approved. However, both countries have E-visa services, which make it even easier to get your visas for both destinations. As for the other things you need to consider when planning the tour, the following topics cover all of them in great detail.

  • When is the Best Time to Visit Vietnam and Cambodia

    Vietnam has a very different climate to Cambodia, which has the normal wet and dry seasons, The south and central areas of Vietnam have typical sub-tropical monsoon climates, with wet and dry seasons, while the north has a more temperate type of climate condition, with four seasons. To get the best out of both countries, the best time to visit is from November to April, when temperatures and humidity are lower across most of Vietnam, and the rainy season of Cambodia is over.

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  • How to Get to Vietnam from Cambodia

    Traveling from Cambodia to Vietnam means either flying from Phnom Penh or Siem Reap to Hanoi, Saigon, or Da Nang, or by taking one of the five land border crossings at Bavet, Kaom Samnor, Phnom Denh, Trapaing Sre, and Tropaing Phlong. For Vietnam, there is no Visa On Arrival, so you need to apply for a visa at the Vietnamese Embassy in Cambodia, or apply online for the pre-approved visa before travel.

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  • How to Get to Cambodia from Vietnam

    Getting from Vietnam to Cambodia is easier than going the other way, and whether using flights or crossing overland. You can easily obtain your visa on your arrival at the airports of Sianoukville, Phnoom Penh, or Siem Reap. Visa On Arrival is also available at all five of the international land border checkpoints between the two countries, located at Tropaing Phlong, Phnom Denh, Trapaing Sre, Kaom Samnor, and Bavet.

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  • How to Plan a Vietnam and Cambodia Trip

    A few things to remember on planning a tour to Vietnam and Cambodia are the application for the visas, establishing your budget for the trip, booking flights and accommodation, knowing where you are going, and making sure you know how to get there. You should also check the weather in both countries during the time you plan to visit, to make sure you can get the best of both places.

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  • Must-sees in Vietnam and Cambodia

    Cambodia is the home to the ancient Khmer Empire, and no visit to the country is complete without taking in the amazing sights of the Angkor temple Complex. Then a trip to Siem Reap, gateway to Angkor and nightlife city of the north, before taking in the stunning sights of the capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh, once known as the Pearl of Asia. In Vietnam, Hanoi is one must-see city, with a long history dating back to the Chinese rule of Vietnam. Further south, Hoi An, Hue, and Phu Quoc will give you a unique insight into Vietnamese culture, and the stunning city of Saigon, now called Ho Chi Ming City, is a buzzing Asian metropolis and the country’s largest city.

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  • Perfect Itinerary for Vietnam and Cambodia

    For most tours, fourteen days (two weeks) is the perfect time for visiting both Vietnam and Cambodia together. Starting in Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, and then moving north to take in Siem Reap and the temples of Angkor. Take in the sunrise at the second largest freshwater lake in the world, Tonle Sap, and then fly from Siem Reap to Saigon, the capital of Vietnam. Travel up across the country, following the trail of amazing tourist spots including the Viet Cong Cu Chi Tunnels, the famous Mekong Delta, ancient Hue, the multi-cultural trading town of Hoi An, and the stunning natural wonders of Halong Bay. And last, but not least, the capital of Vietnam for more than 1,000 years, Hanoi, with its French colonial architecture.

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  • Travel Vietnam and Cambodia in Style or Budget

    Many people travel to Indochina on a budget, and both Cambodia and Vietnam can cater to travelers who have limited funds. Travel in the countries is cheap, and accommodations can be found at reduced prices, with backpacker hostels available across both countries. However, Cambodia and Vietnam do not have to be budget locations, with cheap hostels and free rides. They also cater well for the higher end of the tourist market, with four and five star hotels, amazing restaurants with delightful cuisine, and some of the best and cleanest tourist resorts and yacht clubs in Asia. The choice is definitely yours in Indochina.

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  • Top Things to Experience for Vietnam and Cambodia Tour

    Cambodia and Vietnam are both huge Buddhist countries, and there is little more astounding than seeing Buddhist monks in prayer, at debate, or performing the complex rituals of the faith. In Cambodia, Angkor Wat, the ancient temple capital of the Khmer Empire, is an unforgettable experience, as is the delightfully tranquil Tonle Sap Lake, the heart of Cambodia. You can spot the rare and endangered Irrawaddy Dolphins while cruising along the Mekong River to Vietnam, and take in the ancient city of Hue, once the capital of the country. And no visit to Vietnam would be complete without taking in the ancient and modern city of Hanoi, one of the most ancient cities in the world, and an exciting place to explore on foot.

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Your best time to visit Vietnam and Cambodia is from November to April. This is because temperatures and humidity falls across central and northern Vietnam.

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