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27 days, Bangkok to Hanoi
Departs every Tue, Thu & Sun itiNerary... Day 1 Bangkok Set fire to your tastebuds with a serve of tom yum at a market stall. Days 2-4 siem reap/angkor Wat Set amid steamy tropical rainforest, the temples of Angkor *plus Local Payment US$400
Physical culture shock
are mysterious and magical. Day 5 kompong cham Experience small-town life in Kompong Cham, surrounded by green paddy fields. Day 6 homestay Enjoy traditional Khmer hospitality at a rural homestay. Days 7-9 sihanoukville Relax on white sand beaches, search for monkeys among the mangrove forests or snorkel around nearby islands. Days 10-11 Phnom Penh The shimmering floors of the Silver Pagoda and the opulent Royal Palace give a grand insight into the brilliance of Khmer civilisation. Days 12-15 ho chi Minh city A walking tour is a great introduction to the charming colonial-style streets of Ho Chi Minh City. Days 16-17 Nha trang Break the journey with more beachside relaxation or maybe try a spot of scuba diving. Days 18-20 hoi an A wonderfully preserved ancient port, Hoi An is a historical showpiece. Days 21-23 hue Within the ramparts of Hue lie an array of royal treasures and not far beyond are the elaborate tombs of the Nguyen emperors. Day 24 hanoi Haggle for handicrafts in Hang Gai and perhaps visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. Day 25 halong Bay Drift past dramatic limestone caves and karsts, dining on delicious seafood on deck. Days 26-27 hanoi Discover the art of tai chi on the shores of Hoan Kiem Lake, or relax in one of the citys many cafes over a cup of Vietnamese coffee.
Intrepid Photography Competition 2007, Strolling monks, Phnom Penh - Haydn Thomas accoMMoDatioN Hotels (22 nts), homestay (1 nt), overnight trains (3 nts) traNsPort Overnight train, bus, boat, cyclo, walking GrouP siZe Max 16 Meals 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner BuDGet Allow US$300 for meals not included DeParts Every Tue, Thu & Sun GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed Notes Some accommodation may be multishare traVeller ratiNG 4.65 out of 5 triP coDe
" Be amazed by the temples of angkor " experience the vibrant cultures of indochina " see historic hue
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18 days, ex Bangkok
itiNerary... Day 1 Bangkok Take to the streets on a tuk tuk or to the Chao Phraya River in a water taxi for an introduction to Bangkok city life. Days 2-4 siem reap/angkor Wat Elaborate *plus Local Payment US$300
Physical culture shock
age-old temples and awe-inspiring architecture are next on the agenda. A visit to the mysterious Ta Prohm is a must, as is seeing a remarkable Angkor sunset. Days 5-6 Phnom Penh Make a visit to S-21, now a museum filled with haunting prisoner photos and horrible intruments of torture, before heading out to the notorious Killing Fields of Choeng Ek. Day 7 kratie Try some fried spiders in Skuon if you dare then travel to Kratie, home of rare Irrawaddy dolphins. Days 8-9 Don khong island Take a slow boat up the Mekong and stop for the night on Don Khong Island, famed for brewing Laos finest firewater - lao-lao. Day 10 tad Fane Make for our mountain hideaway today, where theres time to explore nearby hilltribe villages, marvel at the scenery or trek to spectacular waterfalls. Days 11-12 Vang Vieng Nestled amid dramatic limestone mountains studded with mysterious caves, Vang Vieng is a spelunkers dream. Try taking on the river rapids in a rubber tube or simply relax in a shaded cafe and slip into the slow pace of life this town is known for. Days 13-15 luang Prabang Hop into a jumbo and head to the fabulous Kuang Si Falls for an invigorating afternoon dip. Days 16-17 Vientiane Scour the morning market for souvenirs, wander the gilded Pha That Luang or simply kick back with a Beerlao in one of the many riverside stilt restaurants. Day 18 Bangkok Return to the bright lights of Bangkok.
Intrepid Photography Competition 2007, Sisters, Cambodia - Brigette Bowen accoMMoDatioN Hotels/guesthouses (17 nts) traNsPort Plane, private bus, boat, local bus, jumbo, bicycle GrouP siZe Max 12 Meals 3 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch BuDGet Allow US$250 for meals not included DeParts Selected Sun GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed Notes 1. Please note that you may be refused entry to Thailand if you cannot provide proof of ongoing travel out of the country, such as flight or bus tickets. 2. Some accommodation may be multishare traVeller ratiNG 4.65 out of 5 start 2008 06 Jan 20 Jan 03 Feb 17 Feb 02 Mar 16 Mar 30 Mar Finish 23 Jan 06 Feb 20 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 02 Apr 16 Apr 29 Jun 13 Jul 27 Jul 10 Aug 24 Aug 07 Sep 21 Sep 05 Oct 19 Oct 16 Jul 30 Jul 13 Aug 27 Aug 10 Sep 24 Sep 08 Oct 22 Oct 05 Nov 02 Nov 16 Nov 30 Nov 14 Dec 28 Dec 2009 04 Jan 18 Jan 01 Feb 19 Nov 03 Dec 17 Dec 31 Dec 14 Jan 21 Jan 04 Feb 18 Feb 15 Feb 01 Mar 15 Mar 29 Mar 07 Jun 04 Mar 18 Mar 01 Apr 15 Apr 24 Jun
" Visit the notorious killing Fields " relax at a mountain retreat in tad Fane " Go caving in Vang Vieng " experience river life on Don khong island
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