In a nutshell

An itinerary that spans thousands of years of history, iconic temples and picture-postcard views. From vibrant Ho Chi Minh City to the mystical dawn at Angkor Wat and the modern elegance of Singapore: 5 days of culture, natural wonders and refined cuisine. With immersive experiences, guided excursions and evocative dinners, this voyage is designed for those who wish to enjoy the most authentic and surprising side of Asia.

Main stops

Day 1

Bus transfer to the port in Ho Chi Minh City
External visit to the National Museum of History, Independence Palace, sightseeing tour of the city
Lunch in a local restaurant
Visit to Chinatown and Thien Hau Pagoda
Stop at Bitexco Tower
Shopping on Nguyen Hue
Flight to Siem Reap
Check-in at the hotel and dinner.

Day 2

Dawn at Angkor Wat
Tour of Angkor Thom: Bayon, Terrace of the Elephants, Baksei Chamkrong, Terrace of the Leper King
Lunch
Visit to Ta Prohm and the Thommanon Temple
Dinner with Apsara show.

Day 3

Transfer to Siem Reap airport and flight to Sihanoukville.

The programme

Day 1 – Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City! You've arrived in Vietnam! At the port of Phu My, a bus transfer awaits to take you to Ho Chi Minh City, where you'll discover the National Museum of History and its 4,000 years of Vietnamese culture. A stop in front of the Independence Palace will enable you to discover how a tank crash (symbolically) liberated the city (unusual, right?). You'll continue with a sightseeing tour that will unveil the Colonial-style architecture of the city, such as the Central Post Office and the City Square. After a delicious Vietnamese lunch in a local restaurant, you'll continue to Chinatown and the historic Thien Hau Pagoda. A stop at the top of the Bitexco Tower will reward you with unparalleled views of the city, before you head out for some shopping on Nguyen Hue Street. And then? Cambodia and your flight to Siem Reap await you. On arrival, you'll be transported to a hotel with dinner included, ready for your next surprise.

Day 2 – Angkor Wat: from the dawn glow to the lights of the night sky At the first light of dawn, experience the magic of Angkor Wat: the biggest religious site in the world, surrounded by moats and decorations, in the early morning light. After breakfast in the hotel, visit the Angkor Thom temple complex, where you can snap plenty of photos of Bayon, the South Gate, the Terrace of Elephants and many other unique points of interest in the ancient city. Feeling peckish? No problem! A delicious typical lunch awaits you

In the afternoon, the exploration continues...in the jungle! At the temple of Ta Prohm, and then that of Thommanon.

But the surprises don't end here: after a break at the hotel, a special dinner awaits with the Khmer set menu, enhanced by a show featuring traditional dances, including Apsara. A deep dive into Cambodian artistic customs before heading back to the hotel.

Day 3 – To Sihanoukville After breakfast at the hotel, a transfer will take you to Siem Reap airport, where your flight to Sihanoukville will get you back to the ship after a sightseeing tour of the city.

Good to know

Bring your passport: you'll need it to take part in this experience. The experience can be booked and canceled up to 60 days prior to the start date of the land excursion.

To enable you to enjoy an exclusive experience, the number of places is limited: book early. The presence of the Costa Tour Expert is not guaranteed for the entire experience. Wear suitable clothing for the places of worship you will be visiting. Minimum age for accessing the Bakan tower of Angkor Wat temple: 12 years. Access to the hill of Bakheng is controlled through staggered intervals. The sunrise observation event is weather dependent, and may be subject to change on site. The tour is not recommended for pregnant women and guests with mobility difficulties. You must apply for the Cambodian e-visa at least 4 days before arriving in Cambodia, via the website: Cambodia e-Visa | www.kh-travelpermit.com