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Enjoy the services of a professional tour manager who accompanies you throughout your trip. Private transportation via a deluxe, climate-controlled motorcoach Meals:15 Breakfast(s),8 Lunch(es), 11 Dinner(s) Hotel Accommodations: Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and service chargesBANGKOKRadissonSIEM REAPAngkor Century HotelHO CHI MINHNew World Hotel or Renaissance Riverside Hotel SaigonHUESaigon Morin HotelHOI ANLife Resort Hoi AnHANOIMelia HotelHONG KONGHarbour Plaza On some dates alternate hotels may be used. Complimentary hotel-to-hotel baggage handling.
Day 1
Overnight Flight Your tour begins with an overnight flight to Thailand. Lose a day en route as you cross the International Dateline. Day 2 Arrive Bangkok, Thailand You arrive in one of the most fascinating cities in the world, Bangkok. Day 3 Bangkok A captivating city tour of Bangkok introduces you to this land’s religious beliefs. Visit two of Bangkok’s famous temples: the Golden Buddha and the Reclining Buddha. Also tour the Grand Palace, an ornate royal residence built in 1782. This evening, enjoy a welcome reception followed by a dinner cruise on a rice barge along the Chao Phraya River. Day 4 Bangkok Today visit Jim Thompson’s house, a magnificent Thai-styled home containing an extensive collection of art objects and antiques. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy on your own. Day 5 Bangkok - Siem Reap, Cambodia Take a morning flight* to Siem Reap, the gateway to the mystical temple complex of Angkor. Enjoy a tour of the remarkable fortified city of Angkor Thom and visit the mysterious temple of Bayon with its astonishing smiling faces and detailed bas-reliefs depicting scenes of everyday life in the 12th century. Day 6 Angkor Wat Angkor Wat is the largest of all monuments in Angkor, and one of the most spectacular architectural achievements in the world. Gain an understanding of the ancient Khmer Empire during a full-day visit. See the grand complex of temples and examine the spectacular bas-reliefs illustrating some of the most beautiful examples of Khmer and Hindu art. After dinner at your hotel, relax or take a stroll down the lively streets of Siem Reap. Day 7 Angkor Wat Travel to the heart of Cambodia for a boat trip on Tonle Sap** (Great Lake). This extraordinary lake swells to seven times its original size during the monsoon season. Its ecosystem is one of the richest and most diverse in the region. The boat trip will explore the floating fishing villages situated on the edges of the lake and pass submerged forests and fishing farms. This afternoon features a visit to a local school*** to learn about education in Cambodia. Day 8 Angkor Wat - Hanoi, Vietnam Spend the morning at Preah Khan, another of Angkor’s incredible sites. At its height in the 12th century, more than 100,000 farmers produced rice to feed over 15,000 monks, teachers and students. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax before your flight* to Hanoi, Vietnam''s gracious capital city. Day 9 Hanoi Discover some of Hanoi''s cultural treasures during visits to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Lake of Restored Sword, Temple of Literature and the One Pillar Pagoda. The afternoon allows time for exploring the Old Quarter, considered the jewel of Hanoi because of its ideal location around the pristine Hoan Kiem Lake, and the labyrinth of narrow streets, each dedicated to particular merchandise. Following dinner in a local restaurant, enjoy a performance at the world-famous Water Puppet Theater. Day 10 Hanoi - Danang - Hoi An Following a short flight* to Danang, drive to the city of Hoi An, the 16th- and 17th-century trading port of Vietnam. Enjoy some leisure time this afternoon in this preserved merchant town which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1999. Day 11 Hoi An Begin your day with coffee at Hai Scout Café before proceeding to the Hoi An market to purchase the ingredients for your cooking class! Next, take a leisurely cruise up the Perfume River arriving at the cooking school. Learn the secrets of Vietnamese cooking as you help prepare five traditional dishes to enjoy for lunch. After lunch, take a cyclo (pedal cab) tour of Hoi An where the traditional lifestyle and Chinese architecture have remained unspoiled since the 17th century. Your visit includes historic temples, pagodas and its famous covered bridge. Day 12 Hoi An - Hue Your journey takes you along the coast, traveling from Hoi An to the city of Hue. Travel along the Hai Van Pass, whose name means "pass of the ocean clouds," as the peak of the mountain is above cloud level while its base is close to the sea. Explore two mausoleums of emperors from the Nguyen dynasty before arriving in Hue later this afternoon. Day 13 Hue - Ho Chi Minh City Today you will take a cruise along the Perfume River. The views on both sides of the river with the citadel, gardens, pagodas and temples, and their reflections in the water give this slow-moving waterway a poetic ambiance. You will also visit the Thien Mu Pagoda, the Imperial Citadel, the “Forbidden Purple City,” and the former Imperial Palace at this impressive site. Later, fly* to Ho Chi Minh City. Day 14 Ho Chi Minh City Experience the extraordinary energy and welcoming atmosphere of Vietnam’s commercial capital, Ho Chi Minh City, during a guided tour of the historic city landmarks including the Palace of the Jade Emperor and Cholon, the city’s Chinatown. Later, you may choose an optional excursion to the incredible Cu Chi Tunnels, a vast 150-mile-long network of underground rooms and passageways used by the Viet Cong. Day 15 Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta Travel this morning to My Tho, a bustling town in the rich agricultural region of the Mekong Delta and visit the Vinh Trang Pagoda, a beautiful temple and a sanctuary for orphans and other needy children. Board a small boat to explore the Mekong River islands, stopping at a fruit orchard for fruit and tea and to listen to some local music. Later, return to the city and visit the War Remnants Museum, featuring a diverse collection of weapons and photographs from two Indochina wars. Join your fellow travelers this evening for a farewell dinner. Day 16 Ho Chi Minh City - Tour Concludes Returning home, you will cross the International Dateline and gain a day, arriving home the same day you departed from Vietnam.
Discover the history, culture and artistic treasures of this ancient region.
Educational Highlights in Angkor Wat & Vietnam Renowned for some of the world's finest archaeological sites, Southeast Asia offers a splendid array of ancient treasures. Expert local historians and an archaeologist enhance your journey with discussions that explore the history, culture and modern-day life in this fascinating region of the world. Explore the details and significance of the exquisite Khmer and Hindu art found within the Angkor temples, the 12th century masterpiece of Cambodia's Khmer Empire, in the company of a local archaeologist. Learn about the conservation efforts in Angkor during a specially-arranged session with a member of the World Monument Fund. Enhance your visit to Vietnam with a discussion on the impact of foreign influence and control on current Vietnamese political policies and economic issues. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking.
The internal flights on this program are not included in the land price and must be purchased with the air portion of your vacation. Sample air inclusive rate is subject to availability and may vary by airline, flight number or routing. Passports and Visas are required for this tour at your expense. The approximate cost for the Vietnam visa is $75 USD and you must obtain it prior to departure.You can obtain the visa for Cambodia at the airport upon arrival. The cost is approximately $25 and you will need 2 passport photos.Your Tour Manager will help you with the Cambodian visa. Certain countries require a minimum of 6 months passport validity. You are strongly urged to contact the appropriate consulate for details. Taxes/fees to be paid in local currencies upon exiting Cambodia, Vietnam, and Thailand total approximately $60 USD. Each client is responsible for proper medical documentation and inoculations that may be required and/or recommended to participate on this tour. Please contact your local travel clinic or personal physician for specific details on the destinations you are traveling to and from. Not all vendors accept credit cards or travelers checks; therefore, it is recommended you bring small amounts of US dollars which are widely accepted for personal use. ATMs are not readily available. Itineraries include many activities and may consist of walking on uneven terrain or significant walking at times. Some of the most unique sightseeing can mean accessing locations that restrict motorcoaches, especially in historic areas. For your comfort, we recommend bringing sturdy walking shoes. In addition, temperatures on this tour can be very high, so bring adequate sun protection. The days and order of sightseeing may change to best utilize your time on tour. If you have not purchased air through the tour operator and wish to purchase transfers, you must transfer at our pre-scheduled times. |
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