AACI’s Vietname & Camodia
November 24 – December 10, 2025
Join us as we travel into the heart and soul of Asia. Starting off in Vietnam, cruise through dramatic karst scenery on a boat tour of Halong Bay, step back into the world of the country’s last emperors, soak up the old-world charm of Hoi An and be awed by the endless energy of Ho Chi Minh City. In Cambodia, discover the country’s fascinating history and culture through the awe-inspiring temples of Angkor. Combining both countries, the Best of Vietnam and Cambodia tour will open your eyes to the delights of Indochina and leave you awe-struck by these magical locations.
Day 1– Hanoi
Overnight in Hanoi
Day 2– Hanoi
Breakfast at the hotel. Full day Hanoi City Tour to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, a monumental edifice where the communist leader Ho Chi minh is buried. On to the One Pillar Pagoda, dedicated to the Vietnamese Buddhist deity Quan Am. We will visit West Lake, a picturesque area with many monuments surrounding including the Temple of Literature. In the afternoon visit Hoa Lo Prison, used for years as prison for political prisoners and later prisoners of war, which gives us a glimpse into Vietnam’s history. Continue to Hoan Kiem Lake, considered the focal point of the city and Ngoc Son Temple, Hanoi’s most visited temple.
Before dinner Enjoy Water puppet show.
Dinner at Chabad house
Overnight in Hanoi
Day 3 – HaLong Bay
Breakfast at our hotel. We depart Hanoi for the drive through the fertile plains of the Red River Delta to Ha Long City. Once at Ha Long city we board our private boat for an overnight cruise of this stunning area, stopping along the way to visit Visit Sung Sot Stalactite cave and the beautiful Titop island. Enjoy a kosher snack and cooking demonstration on the deck.
(Lunch + Dinner with kosher fish meals on boat)
Overnight on boat
Day 4 – Halong – Dan Nang – Hoi An
on boat. Visit the tranquil Luon cave by bamboo boats . Back to the pier. Transfer to flight to Dan Nang, with continue drive to Ha Noi
Accommodation at hotel in Ha Noi. Kosher Vegetarian dinner and overnight in Hoi An
Day 5 – Hoi An – Dan Nang – Hoi An
Start the morning with a visit the ancient Hoi An town, an exceptionally well-preserved example of a South-East Asian trading port dating from the 15th to the 19th century. Visit the Japanese bridge, an impressive piece of architecture built by the Japanese, next see the Phuc Kien Pagoda, dedicated to the goddess of the sea and protector of the sailors. End the day with a visit to the beautiful AO DAI dress shop.
Kosher Vegetarian dinner and overnight in Hoi An
Day 6 – Ho Chi Minh
Breakfast at our hotel. After an early morning departure from our Hoi An hotel, we will embark on a half day tour of the Tra Que vegetable village. The village is named after the sweet scented vegetables that spice up the everyday meals of the Hoi An people. Tourists visiting Tra Que Village are often fascinated by watching the farming procedures of local farmers, including: raking the ground, sowing, watering, picking vegetables and many other activities which are rarely seen in modern daily life.
Continue to flight to Ho Chi Minh.
Arrival to Ho Chi Minh for Shabbat preparations. Dinner at Chabad Saigon and overnight in Ho Chi Minh
Day 7 – Mekong Delta
Breakfast at the hotel. Walking tour of Ho Chi Minh including its most famous sites such as Notre Dame Cathedral, Reunification palace, Central Post office and History Musem. On to Shabbat lunch at Chabad Saigon and a well earned Shabbat rest.
Seudah Shlishit dinner at Chabad Saigon
Day 8 – Cu Chi, Tay Ninh
Depart to the Mekong delta for a visit to Vinh Long and environs. The roughly oblong-shaped province of Vinh Long sits on a long Delta island, with the Tien Giang (Mekong) river running along its northern border and the Hau Giang (Bassac) river running to its south. Lush and heavily cultivated with both rice and fruit orchards, the province is criss-crossed with canals and tributaries all flowing into the teeming rivers that form its borders. The highlight of the day is a boat trip a traditional Indochinese boat along the secluded waterways of Vietnam’s Mekong Delta. See sleepy riverside towns, visit market stalls and small scale home-made factories. Dinner at Chabad Saigon
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Day 9 – Ho Chi Minh-Siem Reap
Breakfast at hotel. Depart Ho Chi Minh City to Cu Chi tunnels, watch a short introductory video showing how they were constructed, then spend the next hour exploring the maze of tunnels. Return to Ho Chi Minh for flight to Siem Reap.
Vegetarian Dinner and overnight in Siem Reap
Day 10 – Siem Reap
This day includes one of the highlights of our trip, a visit to the Famous Angkor Wat temple complex. Angkor Wat – built by Suryavarman II – is the earthly representation of Mt Meru, the Mt Olympus of the Hindu faith and the abode of ancient gods.
It is hard to imagine any building bigger or more beautiful than Angkor Wat, but in Angkor Thom the sum of the parts add up to a greater whole. Aptly named, the fortified city of Angkor Thom is indeed a ‘Great City’ on an epic scale. Our visit include the famous Bayon Temple, Phimeanakas Temple within the Royal Palace enclosure, Baphuon Temple, the Terrace of the Elephants and the terrace of the leper King.
Vegetarian Fish Dinner at Siem Reap Hotel
Day 11 – Departure Day
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit to Banteay Srei and Baneay Samre temples (more temple complexes)
Afternoon visit to Roluos Group such as Lolei and Baknong temples until transfer to the airport.
Price: Coming soon
AACI members $___ per person in a double room
Single supplement $_________
Flight Schedule: To be announced.
Price Includes:
- Flights on Elal from Israel to Bangkok
- All domestic flights
- Five Star Deluxe ***** Hotel accommodations
- Kosher Meals: daily breakfasts in hotels + lunch boxes + kosher dinners.
- Transportation in air conditioned coach as per itinerary
- Local guides for the excursions and visits as per program including entrance fees
- Israeli English speaking tour leader
- Porterage at hotels and all tips
- AACI staff escort
Not included:
- Any items of a personal nature
- Any other items not mentioned as included
- Travel/Medical insurance
- Visa Fees
The itinerary is subject to change.
Payment: To be announced.
Cancellation:
We await final prices. If you are interested in joining this program and wish to receive more details, please email: info@aaci.org.il