Vietnam – Laos – Cambodia 16 days
ASIA VACATION GROUP
Australia – Saigon(3N) – Hoi An(2N) – Hue(1N) – Hanoi(2N) – Halong Bay(1N) – Luang Prabang(3N) – Siem Reap(2N) Discover the exquisite and magical three countries: Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia. Journey from the bustling metropolitan Saigon, to the ancient lantern-lit streets Hoi An. Visit the ancient palace of Hue and discover the land of thousand years of culture Hanoi. Embark on a boat trip in the idyllic Halong Bay. Stand astounded by the original beauty of Luang Prabang, before witness UNESCO Heritage Angkor Temples.
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INCLUSIONS
International flights from Melbourne/Sydney for round trip by Vietnam Airlines All the internal flights during the tour (05 segments) - Saigon – Danang - Hue – Hanoi - Hanoi – Luang Prabang - Luang Prabang – Siem Reap - Siem Reap – Saigon Accommodation in the category chosen in the itinerary. Overnight on Halong Cruise Breakfast and Meals as mentioned in the program. All local boat rentals and cycling as mentioned in the program. Traditional local boat trip to Pak Ou Cave. Transportations with A/C. All entrance fees and sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary. Local English speaking guide in Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. Two bottle/ person/ day.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Departures from Brisbane, Adelaide and Canberra will apply a surcharge of AUD 400 Departures from Perth, Auckland (New Zealand) will apply a surcharge of AUD 600 Stay before/behind departure surcharge: AUD 150 Peak season surcharge (Mar, Apr, Oct & Nov): AUD 200 Tipping of AUD 100 is not included Single supplement surcharge: Standard: $750; Premium: $750; Luxury: $1299
ASIA VACATION GROUP PTY LTD (ABN: 74 608 656 800)
Address: Suite 707, St Kilda Rd Towers, 01 Queens Road, Melbourne VIC 3004 Toll Free: 1800 22 93 39 | E:
[email protected] | W: www.asiavacationgroup.com.au
Day 1: Australia
Saigon Meal: Inflight You will board a flight from your city in Australia to Saigon, Vietnam. You will be greeted upon arrival and transfer to your Saigon stay-in hotel. Day 2: Saigon Cu Chi Tunnels City tour Meals: B, L This morning, leave Saigon for tunnel network of Cu Chi. Early afternoon, return to the city center for exploration of Saigon’s historic landmarks: Notre Dame Cathedral, Post Office, War Remnant Museum, and Saigon Opera House. Continue your tour to Reuni¬fication Palace. Your day tour will end after the travel to visit Ben Thanh market. Day 3: Saigon – Optional tour to Mekong Delta Meal: B Today you are free at leisure or buy an optional tour to Mekong Delta (lunch included). Mekong Delta: Discovering Ben Tre Province with board cruise on Ben Tre river. Stop at local brickwork factory, coconut processing workshops located along canal and observe how they are made. Later on, go to village and visit family workshop making sleep mats and enjoying some fruits and tea. Sight-seeing a motor cart or cycle riding. Lunch is served at the restaurant riverside. Afternoon, you take rowing-boat back to Hung Vuong Pier, to get back to Saigon. Day 4: Saigon Danang Hoi An Meal: B After breakfast, board your flight to Danang. Upon arrival, our driver and tour guide will pick you up transfer you to your stay-in hotel. On the way, stop for visit to Cham Museum. Day 5: Hoi An Meal: B Today, you are free at leisure to enjoy your day. We have two optional tours to offer you: Hoi An Cooking Class: This optional tour will introduce you to Vietnamese cuisine. Chef will demonstrate the cooking process. Then you cook by yourself under chef 's observant. After finishing the course, it will comes a great time to enjoy your own food. My Son Sanctuary: Travel to My Son Sanctuary – the Champa civilization of Southern Vietnam. Stand astounded by various stone sculptures, temples and towers nestled in tropical jungle. Return to Hoi An in the late morning. Day 6: Hoi An Hue Meal: B We will travel to Hue after breakfast. Visit Imperial Citadel, tomb of Tu Duc and then take a cruise up Perfume River to visit the Tomb of Nguyen Dynasty and the traditional Thien Mu Pagoda. Visit Dong Ba market later on. Hanoi Meal: B Transfer to airport for flight to Hanoi. On arrival, explore Vietnam’s capital city including Ho Chi Minh Complex (such as: Ba Dinh square, Presidential Palace, Uncle Ho’s House on stilt, One pillar pagoda and Ho Chi Minh Museum. Next destination is Temple of Literature. Day 8: Hanoi Halong Bay Meals: B, L, D After breakfast, you will embark on our coach to Halong Bay. Go aboard on the boat cruise. Savour your seafood lunch while visiting the stunning caves of Halong Bay. Join in kayaking activity before dinner. Have a memorable overnight on Halong Junk boat.
Angkor Thom, Bayon and the Elephant Terrace.
Day 15: Siem Reap
Australia Meal: B, D You are free today or buy an option tour to Tonle Sap Lake. In the evening, board your flight back home. Tonle Sap Lake: Trip starts with floating village Kampong Kleang. Walk through the village meeting the locals and a family who raises crocodiles. Afterwards, travel by boat over the canals to a large lake. Day 16: Home Arrival.
You will arrive at home today.
*B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner
Day 7: Hue
Day 9: Halong Bay
Hanoi Meals: Brunch Early awake for Tai Chi lesson on the top deck. Or simply relax and enjoy the sunrise. Later on, prepare to explore nearby islands by rowboat. Return to the junk for breakfast. Return to Hanoi later on. The evening will be free at leisure or you can choose to join our optional tour: Hanoi Street Food. Hanoi Street food: You will have a taste of Northern Vietnamese delicacies such as: stuffed pancake, banh my, stuffed sticky rice balls, the unique egg coffee and many more. Luang Prabang Meal: B Today you will fly to Luang Prabang. On arrival, you will be met by our driver for a stopover check-in at hotel.
GUARANTEED DEPARTURE 2016 23 Jul 08, 21 Oct
2017
04, 08 Jan 04 May 06, 20 Aug
04, 20 Aug 10, 28 Nov
23 Sep
08, 20 Mar 04, 16 Jun 10, 24 Sep
04, 30 Apr 08, 22 Jul 08, 22 Oct
REMARK
Please be aware that flight times, hotels, logistical services and days of travel are all subject to availability and modifications outside of our control. When there are cancellations or delays, we will make a conscientious effort to secure alternative arrangements of similar value to those in our booking agreement with the customer.
Day 10: Hanoi
Day 11: Luang Prabang
Khuang Si Waterfall
Meals: B, L Early wake up for observing morning ritual of saffron-clad monks. Then travel to the former Royal Palace. Set foot out visiting: Vat Xieng Thong, Vat May, Vat Visoun, Vat Aham and Vat Senna. Then, visit Kuangsi Waterfall. En-route visiting Ban Na Oune and Ban Tha Pane. Enjoy your plentiful time relaxing before we head back to Luang Prabang in the late afternoon. Climbing Mt. Phousi for the sunset panoramic view on your way back. Day 12: Luang Prabang Pak Ou Caves Meals: B, L Following breakfast, we depart hotel and travel by boat to visit Pak Ou cave. Stopover at Ban Xanghai. You are welcomed to taste Lao traditional rice whisky, and also take away if desired. In the afternoon, transfer back to Luang Prabang. Day 13: Luang Prabang Siem Reap Meal: B You are free to stroll around the town for your own exploration before taking the flight to Siem Reap.
Day 14: Siem Reap
Angkor Temples Meal: B Spend a full day discovering the mystical Angkor temples. The world heritage site with soaring towers and extraordinary bas reliefs. It is one of the most amazing man-made monuments in the world. Visit Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm Monastery,
ASIA VACATION GROUP PTY LTD (ABN: 74 608 656 800)
10, 20 Nov
Accommodations City
3hotel
4hotel
5hotel
Saigon
May Flower
Hoi An
Hoi An Coco River Thanh Binh Resort & Spa Riverside
Golden Sand Resort
Hue
Festival Hue
Romance Hue
Imperial Hue
Hanoi
Larosa
Flower Garden
Sheraton
Halong Bay
Oriental Sails
Calypso Cruise
Starlight Cruise
Luang Prabang
Villa Chitdara
Villa Santi Resort
Maison Souvannaphoum
Popular Residence
Angkor Paradise
Somadevi Residence
Siem Reap
Address: Suite 707, St Kilda Rd Towers, 01 Queens Road, Melbourne VIC 3004 Toll Free: 1800 22 93 39 | E:
[email protected] | W: www.asiavacationgroup.com.au
Eden Star
Equatorial Hotel