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Vietnam Chopsticks & Coconuts
Vietnam
Chopsticks & Coconuts
Group Trip 16 Days
· Sightseeing by cyclo and a village homestay · Magical boat rides around scenic Halong Bay and
the Mekong Delta · Sample and cook delicious local food · Independent family trips available
Halong Bay
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rom the spectacular limestone seascape of Halong Bay to the frenetic streets of Saigon, Vietnam is a country full of interest and surprises. The cities are an assault on all the senses: noisy, colourful, aromatic and totally absorbing. We tour Hanoi by cyclo and see an unforgettable water puppet show. We have quieter time also, snorkelling at Nha Trang, exploring the fascinating Mekong Delta by boat and cycling past vibrant green paddy fields near Hoi An. We also have the opportunity to enjoy the superb Vietnamese cuisine and practise our chopstick skills (try the fried scorpion if you dare!).
Trip Profile
Flights via Bangkok with Thai Airways. Accommodation 11 nights hotels, 1 night boat, 1 night homestay. Swimming all hotels have pools (except in Hanoi). Transport private minibus/coach, boat and 3 internal flights. Group min 5, max 16, plus guide. Food all breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 3 dinners included. Reality check accommodation on boat and at homestay is basic. Large time difference. Some malarial areas visited.
The Itinerary
Day 1 Depart London. 2 Arrive Hanoi. Rest of day free. 3 Morning
tour of Hanoi including a cyclo tour around the Old Quarter. Afternoon free. Evening at Hanoi's famous water puppet show. 4 To Halong Bay for a cruise amongst spectacular limestone formations. Overnight on boat. 5 Morning kayak and cruise in Halong Bay. Afternoon return to Hanoi. 6 Fly to Danang and explore caves in Marble Mountain. To Hoi An for walking tour and evening cooking class. 7 Cycle through countryside and past local markets. Afternoon at beach or hotel swimming pool. 8 Fly to Nha Trang and visit Thap Ba Hot Springs. 9 Day cruise around offshore islands with swimming and snorkelling. 10 Morning at leisure. Afternoon fly to Saigon. 11 Morning tour of Saigon with visits to Reunification Palace and Ben Thanh markets. Afternoon at the excellent Dam Sen Water Park. 12 Explore the Mekong Delta by boat, visiting a floating market and local villages. Overnight in local homestay. 13 Morning walk through the island's fruit orchards and navigate small canals in a traditional sampan. Return to Saigon. 14 Excursion to the Cu Chi Tunnels. Afternoon free. 15 Free day for last minute shopping and relaxation. Evening depart Saigon. 16 Arrive London.
Min. Age 6 years.
Climate: Saigon
Temp ºC Rainy Days
Group Dates & Prices
Trip Code · FIV Sat to Sun NO LOCAL PAYMENT Start End Adult Child# 2008 05 Apr 20 Apr £1499 £1249 26 Jul 10 Aug £1649 £1349 09 Aug 24 Aug £1649 £1349 20 Dec 04 Jan £1799 £1499 2009 04 Apr 19 Apr £1549 £1299 01 Aug 16 Aug £1749 £1499 15 Aug 30 Aug £1749 £1499 Optional single supplement £165 #Child must be aged 6 to 11 at time of dep. Recommended teenage departure Insurance: please see page 68
Independent Holidays
For more information see page 5 Trip Code · LFV NO LOCAL PAYMENT Starting UK 16 days Starting Hanoi 14 days Land only dates & prices for a family of 4 Price per person Adult Child# 2008 £859 £819 08 Apr £819 £779 29 Jul £859 £819 12 Aug £859 £819 20 Dec £859 £819 23 Dec 2009 £899 £859 07 Apr Compulsory single supplement £165 Adult package price from £1570 Child package price from £1340 #Child must be aged 6 to 11 at time of dep.
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