It’s time to step away from your everyday, and catch your flight to Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Most suited for
Couples, Solo
Ideal time to visit
Feb - Apr
This gently paced journey is designed for travellers who value balance, space and a strong sense of place.
It combines four exceptional, characterful properties with immersive Experience Travel Group moments throughout. The pacing is deliberate, easing from sacred temples and rural landscapes to coastal calm and restorative wellness: immersive where it matters, spacious where it should be.
You’ll take in the spiritual grandeur of Angkor and the peace of Mai Chau’s rice fields, via the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An and the untouched beaches of Vietnam’s central coast on a journey that unfolds with intention.
Each stay has been carefully chosen not just for its comfort and beauty, but for how it connects you to its surroundings, too. Pockets of free time are purposefully built in, allowing for rest, reflection and independent discovery, so the experience feels enriching and never exhausting.
Slow & Restorative: Cambodia & Vietnam
As with all our holidays, this itinerary is just a starting point. We will create a bespoke package which will be completely unique for you.
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Day 1
Your adventure begins
Days 2 - 5
Siem Reap
Your local guide and driver will welcome you to Cambodia and whisk you to your elegant hotel, made up of luxury villas set among lush gardens and rice paddies, your home for four nights.
Your Siem Reap itinerary balances flexibility with depth. Whether you wish to delve deep into Angkor’s temples or spread shorter visits across a few days, we adjust to your interests and energy, so you never feel “templed out”. Our highlights include Angkor Wat, atmospheric Ta Prohm, Angkor Thom, and intricately carved Banteay Srei.
There’s more magic beyond the temples, too. Rise early for a private boat journey across Tonle Sap Lake, watching floating villages come to life as the sun lifts over the water. Enjoy an evening at the Phare Circus, where Cambodian history and contemporary life are brought to the stage through powerful storytelling, music and acrobatics. Cycle or quad bike through rice paddies, walk with elephants in a forest sanctuary, or simply try Khmer cuisine and appreciate the serene atmopshere of your hotel.
Days 6 - 8
Hoi An
Next, fly from Siem Reap to Da Nang and head to Hoi An. You’ll stay at a peaceful hideaway set along the river, with understated luxury and a gentle focus on wellbeing. You’ve free rein to be as up- and low-tempo as you like. Explore Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is particularly atmospheric in the early mornings, when lantern-lined streets are quiet and local life unfolds at an unhurried pace. Wander through historic shopfronts, visit temples and markets, and sample the region’s distinctive cuisine.
You can also explore the surrounding countryside, either by Vespa or bicycle, passing through farming communities and fishing villages for a closer look at rural life.
Back at base, gently unwind; whether that’s on the beach, by the river or through your retreat’s wellness treatments.
Days 9 - 12
Bai San Ho
After breakfast, step aboard a scenic coastal train and travel in comfort along one of Vietnam’s most beautiful stretches of shoreline. Step off at Dieu Tri and continue by road to Zannier Bai San Ho, your secluded beach retreat for the next four nights.
Set on a tranquil peninsula south of Quy Nhon, this is where you truly exhale. Spend days barefoot on the beach, swimming in calm waters, snorkelling vibrant reefs, or unwinding in the spa. For more movement, there’s tennis, kayaking, and guided walks through nearby villages, encounters that reveal the rhythms of coastal Vietnamese life.
With its rustic but refined design and wide-open landscapes, Zannier Bai San Ho is our top choice for rest, reflection and reconnecting with nature.
Days 13 - 15
Mai Chau
Today, you’ll fly north to Hanoi, then continue by road into the hills of Mai Chau, where Avana Retreat is tucked into a dramatic landscape of mountains, valleys and rice terraces.
Your final days unfold at an unhurried pace, in sync with nature. Walk through hill-tribe villages and countryside trails, kayak across Hoa Binh Lake’s glassy waters, or simply slot into the retreat’s rhythms: restorative yoga at dawn, treatments in the spa, long meals overlooking the mountains, sundowners in the glorious pool.
This is a natural end to a journey that has moved at a slow pace, connected you to the countries, and left space to simply be.
Day 16
Fly home
Today, it’s sadly time to wave goodbye. Your driver will drop you off at the airport for your flight home from Hanoi.
(Or, if you’d like to stay a little longer, we’d be happy to extend your holiday.)
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What’s included:
With ETG, what’s included goes well beyond the basics. From the moment your trip begins to your final farewell, the essentials are already taken care of, leaving you free to immerse, explore and enjoy without the hassle of hidden extras.
Here’s what comes as standard in all of our holidays:
All flights (unless you’ve booked your own!)
Expert guides and drivers
All accommodation
Many meals and snacks
Immersive experiences throughout
All regional transfers
Tips
24/7 In-Country support
Personal travel consultant throughout
Pricing:
As every holiday is bespoke, prices vary depending on destination, flights, hotel choices, inclusions and travel dates. We aim to include as much as possible upfront, so you know exactly where you are. As an approximate guide:
Bespoke Holidays £4,500 - £8,500pp
Bespoke Luxury Holidays £8,500 - £14,500pp
Bespoke Family Holidays from £4,000 - £7,500pp
Meet Our Experts
Holly is a Southeast Asia expert who fell for this region while taking the slow, scenic route. She loved travelling along the Mekong and into the deep countryside, where time stretches and routines unfurl day by day. Now she helps travellers experience the magic of Southeast Asia, shaping journeys that favour patience, connection and a more thoughtful pace.
“If you’re keen to experience the magic of Cambodia and Vietnam while also having a proper rest, then this holiday has your name on it.”
Holly
Cambodia & Vietnam Specialist
Explore Our Hotels & Villas
We’ve handpicked boutique hotels and unique stays that balance comfort, character, and connection to place. Full details will follow separately.
The ETG Guarantee
We guarantee you an experience no one else has ever had.
The travel magic you’ll remember won’t be found on a well-trodden – or over-Instagrammed – itinerary. It will be the surprises, discoveries and secrets that you’ll uncover along the way with us.
And because of our long-standing relationships with trusted partners across Asia, you’ll have access to experiences you can’t find on Google. The kind of special experiences that are literally impossible to find on your own.
Do you ever feel like people aren’t listening to you?
We get it. And we will – that’s a promise. Your holiday starts with with a proper, no-pressure call to understand what you want, what you don’t want, and what matters to you. From there, we create a completely unique adventure, inspired by our conversation together.
Experiences in Cambodia & Vietnam
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Important FAQs about Cambodia & Vietnam
There’s so much more to Cambodia than the awe-inspiring Angkor temples, incredible though they are, and we do Vietnam differently than most as it’s all-too-often reduced to tickbox-travel. Travelling with ETG means exploring the countries in a way that feels personal, thoughtful, and enriching.
We’ll show you life beyond the tourist hotspots: serene riverside towns, thriving local markets, and countryside where time slows down. Our itineraries are designed for a deeper connection, whether that’s dining with local families, gliding along rivers in traditional boats, or unwinding at hand-picked boutique stays.
With expert guides and 24/7 in-country support, we make sure you see Asia in a way that’s inspiring, seamless, and uniquely yours.
Cambodia’s dry season runs from November to April, when clear skies and warm, sunny days make temple visits and countryside explorations most enjoyable.
Vietnam’s weather can be a bit of a puzzle. With its long, thin shape and mix of beaches, mountains, and cities, each region dances to its own climate tune. The North, Central, and South all have distinct weather patterns – and that’s before you factor in the cooler highlands or the breezy coastlines. Generally, November to April is the sweet spot when much of the country is dry and pleasantly warm.
Every ETG holiday is designed to feel considered, immersive and stress free. We’ll arrange international flights (if you’d like us to), your drivers and guides, and stays in characterful hotels we know and trust.
You’ll experience Cambodia and Vietnam in a way that’s completely bespoke to you – from quiet moments to big adventures – all planned by our specialists. And while you’re away, our local team is on hand 24/7, so you’ll always feel well looked after.
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