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37 days, Hong Kong to Bangkok
itiNerary... Day 1 hong kong Kick-start the adventure among the big city lights of Hong Kong. Days 2-5 Guiyang/kaili Travel from Shenzen to Guiyang and experience the colourful customs *plus Local Payment US$700
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and culture of the Miao minority. Hike into the countryside, passing waterfalls and rice paddies along the way. Stay in guesthouses, explore village markets and get to chat with friendly locals along the way. Days 6-7 kunming See the Stone Forest, savour local fruit wine or stroll around Kunming. Days 8-10 sapa Trek to a traditional village homestay, passing magnificent mountain scenery. Days 11-12 hanoi Spend time strolling the tree-lined avenues of Vietnams capital, a quintessentially Asian city with a decidedly European air. Head to the Old Quarter or relax by one of the citys many lakes. Day 13 halong Bay Cruise past breathtaking limestone formations in Halong Bay, feasting on a sumptuous seafood lunch on board. Days 14-15 hanoi Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum or Hanoi Hilton. Days 16-17 hue Uncover a glorious imperial past within the royal tombs and temples of Hue. The impressive Imperial Citadel is definitely worth a visit. Days 18-20 hoi an Why not hit the beach in old world Hoi An? Days 21-23 Nha trang Swim, snorkel or scuba dive in the crystal clear waters of Nha Trangs sublime sheltered bay. Days 24-25 ho chi Minh city Get your bearings on a walking tour of Ho Chi Minh City then head out to the underground tunnels of Cu Chi. Day 26 Phnom Penh Visit the harrowing Tuol Sleng Museum or see the Silver Pagoda, a symbol of brighter times. The art deco-style Central Market is a top spot for browsing local wares. Day 27 homestay Get an insight into everyday Cambodian life at a village homestay. Days 28-30 sihanoukville Chill by the beach or maybe take a boat trip out to see the coastal mangroves of Ream National Park. Day 31 Phnom Penh Wander past the colonial style buildings or enjoy baguettes at a cafe on Sisowath Quay. Day 32 kompong cham Experience the tranquillity of small town life. Tobacco and sesame are thriving cottage industries in this area. Days 33-35 siem reap/angkor Wat Be sure to see the temples of Angkor, an impressive testament to the might of the Khmer era. Days 36-37 Bangkok End the journey in brash Bangkok.
Above: Intrepid Photography Competition 2007, Cyclo rider taking a break, Vietnam - David Fok Below: Intrepid Photography Competition 2007, Imposing guard, China - Peter Hanrahan accoMMoDatioN Hotels (29 nts), homestays (2 nts), overnight trains (5 nts) traNsPort Plane, overnight train, ferry, boat, local bus, cyclo, walking GrouP siZe Max 16 Meals 1 Breakfast, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner BuDGet Allow US$400 for meals not included DeParts Selected Wed (Jun-Sep) 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 Not applicable as this is a new itinerary start Finish 03 Sep 09 Oct 2009 20 May 25 Jun 2008 17 Sep 23 Oct 21 Jan 26 Feb 03 Jun 09 Jul 11 Jun 17 Jul 01 Oct 06 Nov 28 Jan 05 Mar 17 Jun 23 Jul 25 Jun 31 Jul 15 Oct 20 Nov 11 Feb 19 Mar 09 Jul 14 Aug 29 Oct 04 Dec 25 Feb 02 Apr triP coDe 23 Jul 28 Aug 12 Nov 18 Dec 11 Mar 16 Apr 06 Aug 11 Sep 26 Nov 01 Jan 22 Apr 28 May 20 Aug 25 Sep 10 Dec 15 Jan 06 May 11 Jun
" Marvel at the big city lights of hong kong " Meet the colourful Miao minority in kaili " trek through sapas cascading rice terraces " soak up stunning karst scenery in halong Bay " immerse yourself in imperial history in hue " Ponder cambodias past in Phnom Penh " enjoy a warm welcome at a rural homestay " sunbake and swim at sunny sihnoukville " Be blown away by the ruins of angkor
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