Day 1: Luang Prabang arrival
Upon arrival in Luang Prabang, transfer to hotel for check in. After a short rest, we visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrine of Wat Aham, Wat Mai. We then climb up to the top of
Mount
Phousi for an enjoyable exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a beautiful sunset view of the city and the
Mekong
River . From there, we explore the Night Market, where you can find a lovely selection of handmade textiles made by the hilltribe and local people surrounding Luang Prabang. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Day 2: Luang Prabang - Pak Ou - Luang Prabang (B, L)
After breakfast at hotel. Embark at the local pier of Luang Prabang on a traditional boat and go upstream on the
Mekong
River to visit the sacred Buddha caves. On the way stop at Thin Hong, a picturesque village and get a glimpse of daily life. Visit Tham Ting and Tham Phoum caves housing hundreds of Buddha statues. Have lunch at local restaurant near the caves. Return to Luang Prabang by car. On the way back stop at Ban Xang Khong handmade paper village. Drop in the old city for a walk or shop at Hmong market etc. Dinner and accommodation at hotel
Day 3: Luang Prabang - Hanoi (B)
After breakfast at hotel, we visit the National Museum (close Tuesday) at the former Royal Palace displays a lovely collection of the artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture dating from the days of the early kings right through the last sovereign. The Central Market are not to be missed. After visiting these sights in the morning, there will be free time to venture into town and stroll around the shopping area. Transfer to the airport for departure flight to
Hanoi .
Upon arrival at
Noi
Bai
Airport , you will be met and transferred to hotel in downtown. Take a rest and visit the city on your own. Overnight in Hanoi .
Day 4: Hanoi - Halong Bay (B, L, D)
In the morning, we head for 3 hours drive to the World Heritage site of
Halong
Bay where our boat and sumptuous seafood feast awaits us. Cruising amongst the limestone islets, you will have a chance to explore various caves including
Dinh
Huong
Island,
Fighting
Cock
Island ,
Dog
Island ,
Sail
Island,
Cave of
Surprise - the natural cave of beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. Enjoy swimming at
Titov
Beach . Passing across a fishing-floating house and bargain some fresh shrimps, crabs and fishes. OVERNIGHT on board.
Day 5:
Halong
Bay –
Hanoi (B, L)
After a night on board our deluxe junk, you will awake to see daylight filtering through the early morning mist and the towering rock formations, leaving you with unforgettable memory of your visit. Lunch on board.
Transfer to
Hanoi in the afternoon. It is your free time to discovering the city and shopping. Have dinner on your own and overnight in Hanoi.
Day 6: Hanoi - Hue City (B)
Have breakfast at your hotel, visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Ho Chi Minh house before departing for flight to
Hue.
Arrive
Hue at noon; we drive you to hotel, check in and have lunch on your own. Visit the Forbidden Purple city and discovering the outstanding architecture of Nguyen Dynasty.
Hue is the only ancient capital that keeps the complex of legacies of the last Vietnamese feudal dynasty in a fairy perfect place. Refresh yourself by boating on
Perfume
River . Overnight in
Hue.
Day 7: Hue - Danang - Hoi An (B, L, D)
Breakfast at hotel, it is your leisure time in city before departing to Hoi An at 10hAM, passing Danang with stopovers to visit the Marble Mountain, also known by their Vietnamese name of Ngu Hanh Son (Five Mountains Range) and the China Beach en route.
Arrive Hoi An, spend your afternoon visiting the town of Hoi An – along with your guide, walk over the tile-roofed Japanese Bridge, visit the ancient town, taciturn Chinese Assembly Halls and Trading Houses, pagodas and stroll into the market located by Thu Bon river. This is also a wonderful town to shop for silk and clothes that can be tailored- made within a day. Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 8: Hoi An Cycling (B)
This day is for your leisure at the beach or cycling with our tour guide along Cua Dai beach or around Hoi An ancient town. The beach and crystal water of Cua Dai is marvelous for a full-day at leisure. Overnight in Hoi an.
Day 9: Hoi An - Danang - Ho Chi Minh City (B)
Transfer to Danang for the morning flight to Ho Chi Minh City. We are engulfed by the dynamic energy of
Ho Chi Minh City as we explore historic landmarks including Notre Dame Cathedral and the former US Embassy.
In the afternoon we venture beyond the city limits to the former Viet Cong stronghold at Cu Chi, where we explore this remarkable tunnel network.
Day 10: Ho Chi Minh City – My Tho day trip in
Mekong Delta (B, L)
In the morning, you will depart for My Tho Town in Mekong Delta, the “rice basket” of . Stop at Go Den Winery to see how they make & taste sticky rice wine and to interact with local people. After arrival in My Tho, you will take the boat ride across the
Mekong
River . Transfer to a sampan row boat along the natural canal. Visit a local house, orchard garden, bee farm, sampling honey tea, taking horse-cart ride, coconut candy factory… Have lunch at a local house on the island with local specialties. Drive back to Ho Chi Minh City in the late afternoon. Have dinner on your own and overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 11: Ho Chi Minh City- Siem Reap (B, D)
After breakfast, free morning for shopping in HCMC. Then, transfer to the airport for the flight to Siem Reap.
In the afternoon, you will arrive Siem Reap, have lunch at local restaurant upon arrival then transfer to hotel for check in and relax. Taking a romantic view of sunset from the top of Bakheng Hill is optional. Have dinner at local restaurant and overnight at hotel in REP.
Day 12: Siem Reap -
Angkor Ruins (B, D)
After breakfast, visit the South Gate of Angkor Thom, Bayon, Baphoun, Terrace of Elephants, Terrace of Leper King and Phimean Akas temple. Have lunch at local.
Afternoon, transfer to visit the famous
temple of
Cambodia , Angkor Wat. Have dinner with exotic Apsara dancing show & overnight in REP.
Day 13: Siem Reap (B, L)
Visit the Great Lake (Tonle Sap Lake) in Indochina with a 100km, in 1-2 hours cruise you will experience visiting the Fishing Villa where fisherman are living on the water, you will see how different their lives with other Fishing Villa around the world. Lunch at local restaurant. Free afternoon. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 14: Siem Reap departure (B, DP)
Free time for shopping in Siem Reap before transferring to the airport for your departure flight. End of tour.
PRICE IN US$ PER PAX
Valid untill 30/9/2010
| Hotel/No. of pax |
2 |
3-4 |
5-6 |
7-9 |
Single surcharge |
|
Superior ***
|
1347
|
1171
|
986
|
926
|
344
|
|
Deluxe ****
|
1661
|
1536
|
1326
|
1248
|
689
|
|
Luxury *****
|
2264
|
2218
|
1917
|
1892
|
1220
|
PRICE INCLUDES:
-
12 nights hotel accommodation in twin share room including tax and service charge
-
Land transfer by air - conditioned vehicle for whole trip
-
Boat trip in Ha Long Bay, Perfume river in Hue and Mekong Delta
-
Boat trip to Pak Ou Cave and boat cruise on Tonle Sap Great Lake
-
Entrance fees and sightseeing as specified
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All meals as indicated in program (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner). Special food requirement could be arranged with prior notice from guest.
-
A dinner with Apsara show at local restaurant in Siem Reap
-
English/French speaking guide. Other languages are available upon request.
PRICE EXCLUDES:
HOTELS FOR THIS TOUR
| |
Superior
|
Deluxe
|
Luxury
|
| Hanoi |
Flower hotel/ Indochina
|
Hanoi hotel/ Flower Garden
|
Sofitel Plaza/ Sheraton
|
|
Halong
|
Huong Hai
|
Huong Hai
|
Indochina Sails
|
|
Hue
|
Festival
|
Saigon Morin
|
Imperial
|
|
Hoi An
|
Hoi An
|
Hoi an beach
|
Golden Sand/ Palm Garden
|
|
HCMC
|
Tan My Dinh 2
|
Kim Do/ Ramana
|
New World
|
| Phnom Penh |
Diamond |
Phnom Penh |
Inter-Continental |
| Siem Reap |
Angkor Holiday |
Apsara Angkor |
Angkor Palace |
| Luang Prabang |
Manoluck |
Villa Santi |
La Residence hotel |
