By Wendy Byard
Travel Advisor for solo women travellers

Day 1–2 – Hanoi
Arrive in Vietnam’s capital. Wander through the Old Quarter by rickshaw, sip strong coffee in hidden cafés, and explore the Temple of Literature.
Day 3–4 – Halong Bay
Sail through mystical limestone peaks on a traditional junk. Watch the sunset over the water and wake to dawn breaking over the bay.
Day 5–6 – Hue
Discover Hue’s Imperial Citadel and riverside pagodas. Optional evening: sample Vietnam’s royal cuisine.
Day 7–8 – Hoi An
Explore lantern-lit streets, bustling markets, and golden beaches. Try a cooking class or simply wander among colourful colonial houses.
Day 9–10 – Ho Chi Minh City & Mekong Delta
Dive into the buzz of Ho Chi Minh City before heading to the Mekong. Cruise its palm-fringed canals, visit floating villages, and enjoy a glimpse of rural life.
Day 11–12 – Phnom Penh
Cross into Cambodia. Tour the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, then reflect at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum.
Day 13–16 – Siem Reap & Angkor
Rise early to witness sunrise at Angkor Wat. Spend days exploring jungle-clad temples, hidden ruins, and intricate carvings by tuk-tuk. Free evenings to enjoy Siem Reap’s lively markets and dining.
Day 17 – Departure
Fly home with memories of misty bays, bustling cities, and temples at dawn etched forever in your heart.