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Inside Indochina
Trip Valid:
01/01/2008 to 31/12/2008
Duration:
26 days (Hanoi to Bangkok)
Highlights:
Sail across stunning Halong Bay, Admire ancient royal relics in Hue, Buy a new wardrobe in Hoi An, Soak up the sun on the squeaky sand beaches of Nha Trang, Uncover Cambodia's turbulent past in Phnom Penh, Experience rural Khmer life at a rustic homestay, Be amazed by the temples of Angkor, Feast on traditional Thai favourites in Bangkok
Trip Code:
VRK
Guarantee:
Departure is guaranteed
Group Size:
Minimum 1, Maximum 16
Price:
USD $1105
*(plus local payment USD $400)
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Extras:
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Experience the very best of Indochina on this awesome adventure through Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand. Enjoy a steaming bowl of pho from a street stall in Saigon, sunbake on a beach in Nha Trang, admire the temples of Angkor and get some insight into everyday Khmer life at a rural homestay. From the faded colonial elegance of Hanoi and the rustic charm of Kompong Cham to the urban buzz of Bangkok, there's just so much that will dazzle your senses.
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meals included: 1 Lunch
transport: Overnight train, bus, van, boat, cyclo, walking
accommodation:
Hotels (21 nts), homestay (1 nt), overnight trains (3 nts)
budget: Allow USD $300 for meals not included.
departs: Selected Sun
important notes: Some accommodation may be multishare
Day 1 Hanoi
Arrive early to explore Hanoi, an alluring city of contrasts.
Day 2 Halong Bay/ Cat Ba Island
Board a boat for a scenic cruise on gorgeous Halong Bay.
Days 3-4 Hanoi
Learn about Ho Chi Minh's legacy on an optional walking tour of his mausoleum complex.
Days 5-6 Hue
See the royal treasures of Hue on a bicycle or take a boat trip along the Perfume River.
Days 7-9 Hoi An
Enjoy this centuries-old port town which still boasts charming ancient streetscapes.
Days 10-12 Nha Trang
Sunbake on squeaky sand beaches or snorkel the offshore reefs of Nha Trang.
Days 13-14 Ho Chi Minh City
Crawl into the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels for a look at what wartime life was like.
Day 15 Phnom Penh
There's time to remember Cambodia's tragic recent past with a visit to the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek or to S-21, the school the Khmer Rouge turned into a torture centre.
Day 16 Homestay
Experience Khmer everyday life at a rural homestay.
Days 17-19 Sihanoukville
Enjoy beachside bliss in seaside Sihanoukville.
Day 20 Phnom Penh
Grab a final chance to pick up that silk scarf and head to the market stalls of Psar Thmei or the Russian Market.
Day 21 Kompong Cham
Get a closer look at life in small-town Cambodia in this peaceful provincial capital.
Days 22-24 Siem Reap/ Angkor Wat
Spend time here in the stunning Angkor Complex inspecting the intricately-carved temples, and fit in the sights of Siem Reap too.
Days 25-26 Bangkok
Celebrate the journey over a spicy serve of tom yam goong.
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Great insight into Vietnam and great organisation by our group leader who made travelling around a pleasure
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