Explore Hanoi's evocative Old Quarter, Cruise the islands of Halong Bay, Ride a dragon boat along the Perfume River, Take in the tranquility of Hoi An, Experience the excitement of Ho Chi Minh City and its surrounds, Confront Cambodia's tragic past, Be enchanted by the ancient ruins of Angkor, Kick back with a Bangkok brew
Vibrant Vietnam, charismatic Cambodia, beguiling Bangkok: this overland journey covers the best of Indochina and more. From the graceful elegance of Hanoi, the serene beauty of Halong Bay, the quaint charms of Hoi An and the frenetic energy of Saigon, experience the ancient customs, delicious cuisine and optimism of Vietnam. Cap this off with an exciting trip along the Mekong to Phnom Penh as well as a couple of days exploring the enigmatic temples of Angkor and you'll have the ultimate overland adventure!
Physical Rating: 2 Culture Shock Rating: 2 Accommodation: Hotels/guesthouses (18 nts), overnight boat (1 nt), overnight trains (2 nts) Transportation: Plane, overnight train, bus, minibus, boat, cyclo, walking Trip Style: Intrepid Original Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group Departure: Departure is guaranteed Budget: Allow USD $300 for meals not included.
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Lose yourself in the entrepreneurial tempest that is Saigon before rowing leisurely along the Mekong. Learn about longan honey from a local bee-keeper and stroll through a rural village for insight into traditional life.
Days 15-16
Phnom Penh
Reflect on the atrocities of the Khmer Rouge regime at the Tuol Sleng Museum and at the site of the Killing Fields. A visit to the glittering Silver Pagoda sheds light on brighter times in the country's history.
Days 17-19
Siem Reap/Angkor Wat
Take time to temple-hop around the Angkor complex. Sunrise at Angkor Wat, the sight of silvery vines wrapped around the structures of Ta Prohm and the enigmatic smiles of the faces in the Bayon will remain in your memory forever.
Day 20
Battambang
Try your hand at cooking Cambodian dishes, tour the surrounding countryside or travel along the railroad on a bamboo train.
Raise glasses of Singha Beer as a toast to an awesome adventure.
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* The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the time of pricing. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2008 and 31 December 2008, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full. For trips departing beyond 31 December 2008, prices are indicative only. The itineraries and dates are applicable from 01 January 2008 until 31 December 2008. Beyond 31 December 2008 dates and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All information in this brochure is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of printing, but please note that changes to our trips (which can be significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you informed of any changes, but cannot be held liable for any alterations made to the published itineraries. Please refer to our website for the most recent update to any trip. Please note that these conditions apply to Intrepid group trips only. Variations may apply for Intrepid Independent trips.
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