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Included excursions
· Halong Bay · My Son · Cu Chi Tunnels · My Tho & Mekong River · Angkor Thom & Angkor Wat · Siem Reap temples · Tours of Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An, Dalat
and Ho Chi Minh City
· Boat trip on the Perfume River
Meal arrangements
Hue
16 nights including 16 breakfasts, plus 12 lunches and 10 dinners
DAY 10 Cu Chi Tunnels & Ho Chi Minh We tour through the countryside to the Cu Chi Tunnels, an amazing network of tunnels, command centres and underground bunkers, said to have concealed 10,000 Viet Cong troops during the turbulent war years. Later, continue your exploration of the city, visiting Notre Dame Cathedral, the colonial Central Post Office, City Hall and the Opera House. DAY 11 Dalat Travel north to Dalat, a city in the Vietnamese Highlands. On the way we stop at the majestic Pongour waterfalls. Dalat, known as the `City of Eternal Spring', has been a popular hill resort since the early 1900s. We stay in Dalat for two nights. DAY 12 Dalat A leisurely day's sightseeing awaits as we drive through the town, where many of the homes are built to resemble wooden Alpine chalets. We then visit the Lat village, home to the Lat hill tribe, the region's original inhabitants; the Linh Phoung pagoda; King Baodai's Palace; and the Crazy House, inspired by the architecture of Gaudi. DAY 13 Phan Thiet Today we return to the coast and Phan Thiet, a thriving fishing port. With its beautiful white sandy beaches where local fishermen mend their nets, and towering coconut palms, it's a lovely spot to relax. Our hotel for two nights is the Victoria Phan Thiet Resort. DAY 14 Phan Thiet Another day to explore this idyllic setting. See the ever-changing Mui Ne sand dunes and the nearby natural harbour fishing village. Rang Beach is probably the most beautiful beach in Phan Thiet. It is described by the locals as the beach that is nestled in the middle of a coconut palm forest. Other landmarks in the area of Rang beach are Da Ong Dia (boulders of the Earth God), and Suoi Tien (celestial stream). DAY 15 Siem Reap We return to Ho Chi Minh City for the flight to Siem Reap in northern Cambodia, our gateway to the huge and imposing royal city of Angkor, its ruins hidden by the Cambodian jungle for more than half a millennium. The city is one of the greatest archeological wonders in the world. We stay here for three nights. DAY 16 Angkor Thom & Angkor Wat We begin our exploration in Angkor Thom, visiting the Bayon Temple and the Terraces of the Leper King and Elephants. We'll also see Angkor Wat, the world's largest religious complex, and the temple of Suryavarman 11, a powerful 12th-century king. The highlight of the tour is watching the sun set over Angkor Wat. In the evening we enjoy a taste of local cuisine and culture with a dinner and Khmer dance performance. DAY 17 Siem Reap Temples For a different view of Angkor, we explore some of the less well-known temples, including the great Buddhist temple of Ta Prohm, constructed in 1186 and surrounded by jungle. DAYS 18 & 19 Siem Reap/UK Fly overnight via Kuala Lumpur to the UK.
YOUR HOTELS HANOI Thang Loi Hotel (4-star), 2 nights bed and breakfast. Overlooking the romantic West Lake, the Thang Loi Hotel offers a swimming pool, tennis court, beauty salon and well-equipped rooms. There is also a choice of bars and restaurants offering Asian and Western food. HUE Huong Giang Hotel (4-star), 2 nights bed and breakfast. Situated in the centre of Hue, this hotel has two restaurants, including one on the rooftop, two bars and an outdoor swimming pool and health club. Guest rooms are comfortable and offer TV, telephone, air-conditioning and minibar. HOI AN River Beach Resort (4-star), 2 nights bed and breakfast. Situated between the De Vong River and the South China Sea close to the Cua Dai beach, the resort boasts a private stretch of beach, a swimming pool, traditional restaurant and bar. Accommodation is in comfortable Vietnamese-style rooms. HO CHI MINH CITY Windsor Hotel (5-star), 3 nights bed and breakfast. Situated in the centre of Ho Chi Minh City, this luxury hotel offers stunning views of the city. It also has a choice of restaurants and a beauty salon and is adjacent to a shopping centre. DALAT Sofitel Palace (4-star), 2 nights bed and breakfast. Surrounded by a park at the edge of a lake, the Sofitel Palace is a charming hotel, with an excellent restaurant and a piano bar. The comfortable guest rooms all have TV, minibar, safe and air-conditioning. PHAN THIET Pandanus Resort (4-star), 2 nights bed and breakfast. This modern resort is situated within tropical gardens and alongside its own private beach. Amenities include a large swimming pool, restaurant, lounge and poolside bar. SIEM REAP Prince d'Angkor Hotel (4-star), 3 nights bed and breakfast. Located in the centre of the historical and cultural district of Siem Reap, the Prince d'Angkor features indoor and outdoor Jacuzzis to wind down in. There are two excellent restaurants and a piano bar. The luxury bedrooms have air-conditioning and TV.
Also included
· The services of an experienced
Page & Moy Tour Guide
· Hotel porterage · Complimentary transfers between your
home and UK airport
Travel Arrangements
Departure Dates & Prices
Holiday Number: ELVNVC 2008
25 February 16 June 27 October Price Per Person £2369 £2299 £2369
Deposit £150 per person Prices are based on the shared occupancy of twin or double rooms with private facilities. Scheduled flights by Malaysia Airlines between London Heathrow and Hanoi via Kuala Lumpur; departing at 1200h and arriving back from Siem Reap via Kuala Lumpur at 0550h.
Supplements per person
Single rooms £640 Departure taxes paid locally: Hanoi US$14 (£9 approximately) Ho Chi Minh City US$12 (£7 approximately) Siem Reap US$20 (£12 approximately) Visas £58 (Vietnam); £30 (Cambodia) please see page 80 for details Holiday Insurance please see page 82 Please see pages 79-81 for details of items not included in the holiday price and our price policy.
Hoi An, Vietnam
Complimentary travel to the airport FREE taxi, National Express coaching, airport TAXI parking or regional connecting flights
Siem Reap temples Please see page 6 for details
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