56 days in Hong Kong, Ho Chi Minh City & Phnom Penh Itinerary

Witness the vibrant skyline of Hong Kong, an impressive urban territory on the southern coast of China.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Hong Kong: Macau (Maritime Museum, Macau Tower Convention & Entertainment Centre, &more) and Chimelong Ocean Kingdom (in Zhuhai). There's much more to do: stroll around Kowloon Walled City Park, stroll through Lamma Island, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Tin Hau Temple, and steep yourself in history at Che Kung Temple.

To find other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Hong Kong route planner.

Perth, Australia to Hong Kong is an approximately 11-hour flight. Expect cooler weather when traveling from Perth in February: highs in Hong Kong hover around 23°C, while lows dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 8th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Ho Chi Minh City.

Formerly known in the West as Saigon and affectionately referred to as the "Pearl of the Far East," Ho Chi Minh City is a study of old and new, woven and piled together in a fast-paced urban hub.

On the 10th (Fri), spend an adventurous day with a kayaking and canoeing tour. The adventure continues: don't miss a visit to Cu Chi Tunnels, take in the spiritual surroundings of Emperor Jade Pagoda, learn the secrets of beer at a beer tour and tasting, and get engrossed in the history at War Remnants Museum.

To see photos, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Ho Chi Minh City holiday maker website.

Fly from Hong Kong to Ho Chi Minh City in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. The time zone changes from Hong Kong Standard Time (HKT) to Indochina Time (ICT), which is usually a -1 hour difference. Traveling from Hong Kong in March, expect nights in Ho Chi Minh City to be a bit warmer, around 28°C, while days are much warmer, around 40°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Hong Kong.

Pack the 16th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Hong Kong Disneyland. Spend the 19th (Sun) exploring the fascinating underwater world at Ocean Park. Enjoy Hong Kong some more: enjoy breathtaking views from Victoria Peak (The Peak), don't miss a visit to Hong Kong Skyline, see the interesting displays at Sam Tung Uk Museum, and savor the flavors at Food & Drink.

To find maps, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, read Hong Kong trip itinerary planning website.

You can fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Hong Kong in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. The time zone changes from Indochina Time to Hong Kong Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. Traveling from Ho Chi Minh City in March, expect nights in Hong Kong to be little chillier, around 20°C, while days are cooler, around 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Phnom Penh.

On the confluence of two major rivers, Phnom Penh occupies a scenic location largely responsible for its nickname the "Charming City." On a trip to Phnom Penh you'll discover one of Asia's most dynamic cities, where the natives live much of their lives outdoors, on the streets, and in the bustling markets filled with scents of spicy foods.

On the 25th (Sat), spend a fun day on foot with Walking tours. There's still lots to do: take an in-depth tour of Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, explore the historical opulence of Royal Palace, examine the collection at National Museum, and hunt for treasures at Central Market.

To find photos, maps, and more tourist information, read our Phnom Penh trip planner.

You can fly from Hong Kong to Phnom Penh in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. The time zone difference moving from Hong Kong Standard Time to Indochina Time is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Hong Kong in March, you will find days in Phnom Penh are much hotter (41°C), and nights are a bit warmer (29°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Wed) so you can fly to Hong Kong.

Change things up with these side-trips from Hong Kong: Macau (Largo do Senado (Senado Square), Historic Centre of Macau, &more). See some other sides of Hong Kong: take in the spiritual surroundings of Sik Sik Yuen Wong Tai Sin Temple, get engrossed in the history at Hong Kong Heritage Museum, get curious at Hong Kong Science Museum, and brush up on your military savvy at Hong Kong Museum of Coastal Defence.

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You can fly from Phnom Penh to Hong Kong in 5.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and train. The time zone difference when traveling from Phnom Penh to Hong Kong is 1 hour. Traveling from Phnom Penh in March, expect nights in Hong Kong to be a bit cooler, around 20°C, while days are colder, around 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight back home.