Tentative Itinerary: 

DAY ONE
Fly into Hanoi and get ready for adventure on your yoga retreat in Cambodia and Vietnam.

Our guide will meet you at the airport and escort you to our first hotel.
Opening airplane-twist-move-it-out yoga class
Welcome dinner and a taste of the ‘local’ at a neighborhood restaurant

Hoan nghênh to Vietnam!

DAY TWO
Wake up like a local and head out to Hoan Kiem lake

Join a local group in a tai chi session as they wake up mind and body before a busy day
Journey to the middle of a lake to Ngoc Son Temple
Head into Hanoi’s Old QuarterTour the crazy mix of Vietnamese and French influence and sample cà phê su’a dá
Sample some street food báhn mì
Truck to the Hanoi railway tracks and walk the rails for some of the most beautiful pictures in the city
Back at the hotel unwind with the evening yoga class before dinner at a local restaurant

DAY THREE
Morning yoga centered on balance so that you can get your sea legs on!
After breakfast, we head out to the beautiful, amazing, UNESCO World Heritage Site Ha Long BayCruise through the limestone karsts landscape
Visit Vung Vieng floating village by bamboo rowboat or kayak
Chill with the kids at their floating school and experience a-day-in-the-floating-life
Sail to Drum Cave to ooh and ahh at the stalagtites and folklore of this ancient site
Spend the mid-afternoon swimming in the bay or chilling on deck
As the sun goes down head to the top deck for a sunset-360-ocean-view yoga extravaganza
Enjoy dinner on deck under the stars

DAY FOUR
Rise and shine with the sun for either yoga or Tai Chi on the top deck
After a light breakfast, we set sail for Sung Sot CaveA once-in-a-lifetime 100ft high cave experience
Water-filled grottos, stalactites and stalagmites in a wonderland setting
Disembark and transfer back to our hotel
The last afternoon in Hanoi is yours to explore and wander
Early evening yoga
Head out for a farewell Hanoi dinner on the town

DAY FIVE
No yoga this morning as we’re up early for our flight from Hanoi to Hue
Check-in and drop off at our new hotel and head out for lunch
Get your bearings in Hue with a walking tour

Head to the royal tomb of Tu Duk King
Take in the fusion architecture and the “is he/isn’t he” buried here mystery…
Head back for early evening yoga at our riverside hotel
Enjoy the tastes of Hue with a local flavorful dinner in town

DAY SIX
Morning yoga will focus on hamstring and hip stretches as we get ready to bike through our day
Mount up and cycle through green orchards and shady lanes as we peddle along the Perfume RiverOur bike breaks will be at local villages for some hands-on helping and engagement
Dig in and make a local sesame cake delicacy or wander with the locals and collect the evening’s veggies
Stop in the ancient village of Thuy Bieu – long know as a symbol of transition and harmonyWander through the communal houses and the nostalgic beauty of the garden-houses
The architectural mix of wooden structures and Fengshui-based gardens highlight a rustic life and the mingling of the countryside’s royal legacy
Get historical as we explore some of the Nguyen Dynasty’s ruins such as the Roman Colosseum-styled Tiger Arena
Learn about the ancient tiger and elephant duels that the arena used to host and discover the temple-cemetery dedicated to the King’s loyal elephants
We trade our bikes for a boat as we cruise down the Perfume River to the Thien Mu Pagoda and the Forbidden Purple CityAlthough badly damaged during the Tet Offensive of 1968, the Forbidden Purple City, the cultural, political and religious center, of a unified Vietnam in 1802
Evening outdoor yoga (weather dependent) at the hotel
Group dinner at a local restaurant

DAY SEVEN
Early morning yoga and packing before breakfast
Today we drive to Hoi An via Da NangTake a ride on Vietnam Highway 1 over the soaring Hai Van Pass (Sea and Cloud Pass)
Stop in Da Nang for lunch and exploringHead to the stone carving villages in the Marble Mountains that peak just south of Da Nang
Explore the caves and Buddhist sanctuaries dotting the mountains
Arrive in Hoi An and spend the afternoon strolling the centuries-old lanesAnother UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hoi An reflects the centuries of cultures that have sailed through its port
Walk the streets enjoying the mix of Chinese, Dutch, French and Japanese influence
Stroll the 400 year old Japanese Bridge that used to divide the Japanese settlement from the locals
Walk or taxi back to the hotel for the evening yoga class
Dinner at a local Hoi An restaurant

DAY EIGHT
Rise and shine yoga and breakfast
Time to get your Vespa on!Hop a local bike ferry to the island fishing port of Cam Kim
Zigzag on your Vespa through gorgeous farmland and scenic rice paddies with stops at the local villages for a crash course in: mat weaving, laughing, making (and eating) the perfect banh dap/rice cracker
Another Vespa ride to a village for some drip coffee in preparation for our 300 meter dash across the local bamboo bridge to the seaside
Cruise our way over to the Duy Hai market and local harbor
From the harbor we’ll ferry to the coconut palm fringed Cam Thanh and beyond to beautiful Ha My beach
Zooming back to our hotel we’ll pack up and prepare for our flight to Cambodia
Our early evening flight takes the place of yoga today but your adrenaline will still be pumping as you catch your first glimpse of Siem Reap
Head to our final hotel and relax
Group dinner at a local restaurant

DAY NINE
Early morning yoga and breakfast
Head out on a remork (tuk tuk) for a temple journey day

Begin your journey to ancient Cambodia at the South Gate of Angkor Thom
We will leave the tourist path as we take a 1km walk into the jungle to the hidden temple
Walk on to Khmer King Jayavarman VII’s official state temple of Bayon in the heart of Angkor Thom
Take a break to absorb this astounding morning with lunch at a local restaurant
Dive back into ancient times at the jungle temple of Ta ProhmOriginally build in the 12th or 13th century as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and university, little has been touched at Ta Prohm since its discovery; prepare your cameras for jungle/temple amazement
The afternoon is for the splendor that is Angkor WatAs the largest religious monument in the world, you will have hours to explore the complex and absorb the artistry, emotion, and history of this ancient site
We will head back for a calm, restorative, absorb-it-all evening yoga class
Head to a local restaurant for dinner followed by a traditional Cambodian dance performance

DAY TEN
This morning we’ll get up with the sun and head to a local pagodaOur morning will be a blessing of sounds as we sit and listen to the chanting of the pagoda’s monks
After the chants we will each be blessed by a monk with holy water flicked from a jasmine flower for wishes of happiness and good health
We’ll return to the hotel for breakfast and a quick relaxation before more ancient exploration
Heading out we’ll journey to Banteay Srei temple, or, “Citadel of the Women” Off limits for many years due to its remote location and Khmer Rouge activity, we’ll spend the morning investigating this Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva
Diminutive in its size, especially when compared to other Angkorian wonders, this temple is also known as the “precious gem” or the “jewel of Khmer art”
Coming out of the deeper jungle we’ll take a break for lunch at a local restaurant
Heading to the Old Market in town, this final afternoon is yours to wander and bargain the stalls and town-life
Closing yoga class in the early evening back at the hotel
Final group dinner at a local restaurant – email, phone number, photo exchanges, and goodbyes!

DAY ELEVEN
Morning packing and breakfast prior to your flight home or onward
A final “Choum reap lear” as you say goodbye to your new friends from your yoga retreat in Cambodia and Vietnam—and your amazing travels

Yoga Retreat in Cambodia and Vietnam Accommodations

HANOI
Centrally situated in the heart of Hanoi, we begin our yoga retreat in comfortable luxury. Each room has en suite bathroom facilities with all of the amenities, including AC. Wi-Fi is available in each room. Double occupancy rooms will always feature two beds and all rooms will have balconies overlooking the city streets below.
HA LONG BAY
Cruise Ha Long Bay in style.  Our onboard amenities include a large top deck for yoga and Tai Chi classes, private dining under the stars, and boats or individual kayaks for inlet excursions and exploring.  All rooms will have en suite bathroom facilities and amenities (please note wifi will not be available on Ha Long Bay).

*All rooms for this one night are double occupancy.*
HUE
Situated on the banks of the Perfume River, our boutique eco-resort in Hue invites comfort and luxury in a natural setting.  All rooms will look out over the gardens to the river and will have en suite bathroom facilities and AC.  Enjoy the calm of the greens and river around you and the views of the Van Thanh Temple just across the water.
HOI AN
Just outside of the ancient town of Hoi An we will find our quiet oasis on the banks of the Song Do River.  Our accommodations will have beautiful balconies with views down to the river below as well as en suite bathroom facilities.  We’ll take in the best of beautiful Hoi An and enjoy the tranquility of nature in the evening.
SIEM REAP
While our days will be spent exploring the mysteries and beauty of Cambodia’s past, our Cambodian home will be an oasis of green and tranquility.  Each room on your yoga retreat in Cambodia will have its own private veranda and en suite bathroom.  Wifi and AC are available in each

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