Arrive in Siem Reap, transfer to your hotel and settle in; many hotels allow early check-in if pre-arranged. Useful to rest briefly before temple views.
Stroll through the Old Market and Pub Street area to get a sense of local crafts and snacks; good for buying a water bottle and SIM card. Most shops open by 9:00am.
Catch sunset atop Phnom Bakheng (arrive early; sunset viewpoint popular) or take a short sunset boat ride on the Tonle Sap for calm evening views. Phnom Bakheng is open until sunset (arrive by 5:00–5:30pm).
Afternoon half-day group tours to the Cu Chi tunnels depart ~1:00–2:00pm and return by evening; alternatively schedule this on Day 7 if you prefer a full day.
Full-day Mekong Delta trip with boat rides through canals, local markets and small-island visits; tours depart early (6:00–7:30am) and return by evening.
Ride small boats along the Mekong canals, visit family-run workshops (coconut candy, rice paper), and enjoy village life; most activities run mid-morning.
Wander the lantern-lit streets, visit the Japanese Covered Bridge and tailor shops; pedestrian area busiest late afternoon into evening (museum hours ~8:30am–5:30pm).
Half-day tour to the My Son Hindu temple complex (~1.5h each way) — tours depart early and the site is open 6:30am–5:30pm; skip if you prefer beach time.
Coach transfer to Halong Bay (approx 2.5–4 hours depending on traffic) for a scenic cruise; most day cruises depart from midday, overnight cruises earlier in the day.
Board your boat for a cruise among limestone karsts and islands; day cruises typically last 4–6 hours, overnight cruises 1+ night (overnight recommended if you prefer less rushed experience).
Sunrise views, light morning activities (tai chi, short kayaking) and breakfast on board before disembarkation; morning routines depend on cruise schedule.
Allow 2+ hours for international flight check-in; schedule your outbound flight in the evening from Hanoi if possible to make this timetable comfortable.