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Vietnam and Cambodia are in remarkable
transition, from being ex-colonial nations to graceful players on the
world stage. Watch that engaging process in action, and enjoy the lush
natural beauty and traditional folkways of these exotic lands.
Days 1-2: USA or
Canada/ Bangkok, Thailand Depart on an overnight flight
to Bangkok and transfer to your legendary hotel on the banks of the
Chao Phraya River.
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok
Day 3: Bangkok Begin your exploration of this
modern Southeast Asian city by visiting the Grand Palace. The compound
includes more than 100 colorful buildings; golden spires; mosaics; and
the Wat Phra Kaew, Thailand's most important shrine, where the Emerald
Buddha is kept. Little is known about this statue, except that it is
actually made of green jade or jasper. This evening, join fellow
travellers at a festive welcome cocktail party and dinner.
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok B L
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Day 4: Bangkok/Siem Reap, Cambodia Fly to Siem Reap and enjoy VIP
treatment as you are whisked through immigration and customs, as
Tour Operator takes care of all the details. Transfer to your historic hotel,
have lunch at a restaurant of your choice and then set off for an
afternoon of exploration with your expert guide. Discover Angkor Thom,
Bayon Temple, and the Elephant and Leper King Terraces — all timeless
examples of Khmer engineering and artistry.
Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor B
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Day 5: Siem Reap Travel early this morning to
Ta Prohm, entangled in the jungle and one of the most photographed
temples of the Angkor complex, as it is bathed in the golden light of
sunrise. You can explore the temple at leisure and take winning
photographs before other visitors arrive for the day. Then stop at two
less-visited areas: Banteay Srei and Banteay Samre. Also visit Sam's
Well Project, a Tour Operator Philanthropy project that endeavors to provide
clean drinking water to rural villages. After lunch, explore Angkor Wat
— one of the wonders of the world and a masterpiece from the Khmer
Empire.
Sam's Brothers Clean Water Project: provides
local communities with access to clean, bacteria-free water.
Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor B
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Day 6: Siem Reap/Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City,
formerly known as Saigon, a beautiful mélange of French colonial
and Southeast Asian styles. After lunch, wander the city's colorful
Chinatown and explore the Thien Hau Pagoda, the most important pagoda
in Ho Chi Minh City. It serves for prayers to the Buddha as well as to
the Chinese deity Thien Hau Thanh Mau.
Park Hyatt Saigon B L
Day 7: Ho Chi Minh City This morning, explore the Cu
Chi Tunnel network, a key Vietcong resource during the Vietnam War.
These tunnels, which total hundreds of miles in length, once housed
storage rooms, make-shift hospitals and sleeping quarters that
accommodated rebel fighters for up to two weeks at a time. Design Your
Day this afternoon with the activity of your choice, selected from the
options below.
Design Your Day - Ho Chi Minh City: Visit
the Presidential Palace and Notre Dame Cathedral or embark on a guided
shopping expedition in Ho Chi Minh City.
Park Hyatt Saigon B L
Days 8-9: Ho Chi Minh City/Danang/Hoi An Arrive in Danang and continue
to The Nam Hai, an award-winning resort on pristine China Beach. After
lunch, visit the small traditional town of Hoi An and enjoy a sunset
boat trip. You have a chance to view the daily lives of the local
people up close. The next day is yours to enjoy the amenities of your
spacious, luxurious villa.
The Nam Hai B L D
Day 10: Hoi An/Danang/Hanoi Arrive in charming Hanoi, the
cultural heart of Vietnam that still bears the traces of centuries of
changing cultures and dynasties. This evening, enjoy a traditional
water puppetry show.
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
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Day 11: Hanoi Visit Ho Chi Minh's house, a
simple two-story wooden house located among banyan, frangipani,
poinciana and milkweed trees. Continue to the lotus-shaped One Pillared
Pagoda, dating back to the first Vietnamese empire independent from
China in the 11th century; the Quanh Tanh Temple, housing a huge bronze
bell; and the Fine Arts Museum. Later, travel by cyclo through the Old
Quarter.
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
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Day 12: Hanoi Design Your Day from the
options presented below. This evening, gather with your fellow
travellers for a farewell dinner.
Design Your Day - Hanoi: Journey to
scenic Ha Long, the "Bay of the Descending Dragon," for a private
cruise among its scenic grottoes and islands or take a morning cooking
lesson, followed by shopping in the afternoon.
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
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Day 13: Hanoi/USA or Canada Transfer to the airport to
board your homebound flight. B
INCLUSIONS
At Thailand's Grand Palace,
discover hidden treasures in an often-missed exhibit of royal regalia,
decorations and coins
Watch the sunset illuminate the ancient ruins of Angkor Wat
Visit Ta Phrom in the golden light of sunrise, before other visitors
arrive for the day
Savor the beauty of Hoi An with a boat trip at sunset
Explore Hanoi's Old Quarter on a cyclo ride
Departure
Dates:
January - March
September - October
December
Prices:
from approx $7,520 US per person double
occupancy
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