Stroll the tree-lined boulevards of Hanoi, Spend a night aboard the Jewel of the Bay, Sail amongst stunning limestone scenery, Relive the days of the Nguyen dynasty in Hue, Get a suit hand-tailored in Hoi An, Crawl into the Cu Chi Tunnels, Experience the non-stop hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City, Be awed by the beauty of Angkor Wat, Explore the inspiring temples of Angkor.
Combining the best of Vietnam from north to south with the temples of Angkor, this fantastic trip brims with activities including an overnight stay in a private junk on Halong Bay, a visit to the incredible Cu Chi Tunnels and a chance to watch sunrise over Angkor Wat. Capture the essence of Vietnam and Cambodia on this great adventure.
Physical Rating: 2 Culture Shock Rating: 2 Accommodation: Hotels (10 nts), sailing junk (1 nt) Transportation: Plane, private vehicle, boat, walking Trip Style: Intrepid Independent Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group Budget: Allow USD $220 for meals not included.
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The country's capital is famous for its tranquil lakes, shaded boulevards and beautiful public parks. Head to the city centre to reflect on the contrasts between former colonial French and Buddhist influences and the more modern aspects of South-East Asia.
Step aboard the Jewel of the the Bay, where a sumptuous lunch awaits. Weaving its way amongst the majestic limestone karsts of Halong Bay, our wonderful junk offers plenty of opportunity to swim, soak up the sun on the upper deck or kayak to a secluded beach.
Return to Hanoi via a ceramics village where you can browse traditional handmade blue and white pottery. This evening, enjoy an traditional water puppet performance.
Days 4-5
Hue
Delve into Hue's royal heritage with the help of a local guide, stopping at the impressive Imperial Citadel and at two of the most elaborate emperors' tombs. An evening cruise along the Perfume River is a chance to see this imperial town from the water.
Days 6-7
Hoi An
Visit the Cham Museum, the Marble Mountains and China Beach en route to Hoi An, a charming riverine town 30 km south of Danang, renowned for inexpensive hand-tailoring and well-preserved old buildings.
Days 8-9
Ho Chi Minh City/Cu Chi Tunnels
Leave the teeming streets of Saigon behind and step into the colourful Cao Dai Temple at Tay Ninh, described as a Walt Disney Fantasia of the East. Try a Cu Chi Tunnel on for size and if it doesn't fit, don't worry, take the stairs!
Day 10
Siem Reap/Angkor Wat
Considered by many to be one of the most inspired and spectacular monuments ever built, Angkor Wat, with its soaring towers and exquisite bas reliefs, exemplifies the achievements of the Khmer dynasties.
Days 11-12
Angkor wat
Rise before dawn to see sunrise over Angkor Wat. Visit Banteay Srei to discover some of the most impressive sandstone carvings found in the region and explore the shadows of Ta Prohm, a temple complex deliberately left to the ravages of the jungle.
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