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Exploring Vietnam & Cambodia
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Explore the beautiful and mysterious lands of Vietnam and Cambodia on this 14-day Regional Discovery vacation. Begin with guided sightseeing in Ho Chi Minh City and a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels used by the Viet Cong during the war. Enjoy a cruise on the Mekong River, traveling to an island where you can visit a local family's home and enjoy their hospitality. A short flight takes you to Danang. Enjoy a boat ride on the Thu Bon River and a walking tour of Hoi An. Drive north and visit China Beach, landing point for US soldiers during the Vietnam War, and continue over scenic Hai Van Pass before arriving in Hue. Sightseeing includes a visit to the tombs of the Hguyen emperors, Thien Mu Pagoda, Royal Tombs of Tu Doc, and an Imperial banquet at a famous local restaurant. Fly to Hanoi for a performance of the famous water puppets, as well as visits to One Pillar Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh Museum, the Presidential Palace, and the "Hanoi Hilton." From Hanoi, head to Ha Long Bay for a cruise among its limestone islands and many caves. On to Siem Reap, Cambodia, before viewing the highlight of your vacation: the spectacular temple ruins of ANGKOR WAT. A full day of guided sightseeing here, then fly to Bangkok for an evening dinner cruise on the Chao Phraya River.
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| Call 800-866-2056 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6530360 | | Globus | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Board your transpacific flight | (Fri.) Board your transpacific flight. | | Day 2 | Ho Chi Minh City | (Sat.) Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City, still known as Saigon to many. Hotel rooms are available for immediate check-in. | | Day 3 | Ho Chi Minh City | (Sun.) Today's sightseeing starts with a walking tour of the city's famous and historic landmarks. The tour will take you through the heart of the city along Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Catinat), past the Rex Hotel, Ho Chi Minh Square, the Municipal Theatre, and Notre Dame Cathedral. Following a tour of the REUNIFICATION PALACE (formerly the Presidential Palace) and the WAR REMNANTS MUSEUM, drive to Cholon, the Chinatown district of the city, for a visit to the huge BINH TAY MARKET and the ornate THIEN HAU PAGODA
China . Later, leave the city, driving through vast expanses of rice paddies to visit the CU CHI TUNNELS, an extraordinary network of tunnels more than 120 miles in length that were used by the Viet Cong as a hideout and secret village during the war. This evening, join your traveling companions at a special WELCOME DINNER hosted by your Tour Director. (B,L,D) | | Day 4 | Ho Chi Minh City | (Mon.) Enjoy a CRUISE on the great Mekong River. Travel south to My Tho, gateway to the Mekong Delta and Vietnam's "rice bowl." Board your boat and travel to an island in the middle of the delta where you can visit a local family's home, enjoy their hospitality, and share some tea or rice wine. Tonight, venture on your own to try some of the local cuisine, an interesting blend of French and Asian flavors. Your Tour Director can assist with dinner recommendations for tonight; maybe you'll choose to dine at the famous Rex Hotel. (B,L) | | Day 5 | Hoi An | (Tue.) After a short flight to Danang, enjoy a picturesque journey by motorcoach to Hoi An, Vietnam's active trading center and a town which has been largely preserved. The architecture of Hoi An reflects the influence of Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, French, and British traders. Hoi An is also where French Missionary Alexandre De Rhodes introduced Catholicism and Roman script to Vietnam. (B,D) | | Day 6 | Hoi An | (Wed.) Today starts with a BOAT JOURNEY on the Thu Bon River. Continue with a walking tour of Hoi An, visiting an old MERCHANT HOUSE, the HOI AN MUSEUM, a CHINESE ASSEMBLY HALL, and the Japanese Covered Bridge. Then, free time to enjoy this quaint town. (B) | | Day 7 | Hue | (Thu). Drive north and visit CHINA BEACH, famous as the landing point for US soldiers during the Vietnam War. Drive over spectacular Hai Van Pass, considered to be one of the most scenic in all of Vietnam, before arriving in Hue. One of Vietnam's former capitals, Hue is a beautiful and welcoming city and still a cultural and religious center. Upon arrival, visit the IMPERIAL CITADEL and the THIEN MU PAGODA, the unofficial symbol of the city. This evening, enjoy an Imperial banquet at a famous local restaurant. (B,D) | | Day 8 | Hanoi | (Fri). This morning's sightseeing provides a unique window into Vietnam and its complex past. Visit the TOMBS of the HGUYEN EMPERORS, the KHAI DINH MAUSOLEUM, and the ROYAL TOMB of TU DOC. Later, fly to Hanoi, the nation's capital and one of Southeast Asia's most engaging cities. An early dinner this evening is followed by a fascinating performance of Hanoi's renowned WATER PUPPETS, a traditional art form dating back to the 11th century. (B,D) | | Day 9 | Hanoi | (Sat.) Start today with a "CYCLO" ride through the fascinating Old Quarter, 36 ancient streets where peddlers trade as they have for centuries. Then, take time to look at the life of Ho Chi Minh, the father of modern Vietnam. First, visit the MAUSOLEUM and the humble cottage from which "Uncle Ho" ruled Vietnam until his death in 1969. Next on the agenda are the ONE PILLAR PAGODA, the HO CHI MINH MUSEUM, and the Presidential Palace. Stop at the infamous "Hanoi Hilton" before continuing on to mystical Hoan Kiem Lake, where you will enjoy a brief guided walk. Also visit the ancient TEMPLE OF LITERATURE, over 900 years old and Hanoi's first university. (B,L) | | Day 10 | Hanoi. Ha Long Bay Excursion | (Sun.) Travel from Hanoi through the fertile countryside to Hon Gai, gateway to Ha Long Bay, a World Heritage Site. The Bay, located in the Gulf of Tonkin, is dotted with over 3,000 limestone islands carved into fanciful shapes by the action of the water. Tunnels, caves, and weirdly shaped outcroppings with imaginative names can be found on many of the small islets that are sprinkled across the Bay. Board a CRUISE that takes you to explore the caves and admire the beauty and scale before stopping at one of the many secluded bays. Return to Hanoi late this evening. (B,L) | | Day 11 | Siem Reap | (Mon.) Today, a quick flight brings you to Siem Reap, which will act as your base during your visit to the temples at Angkor, considered by many to be the most spectacular architectural ruins found on earth! This afternoon is at your leisure. (B,D) | | Day 12 | Siem Reap | (Tue.) A full day of guided sightseeing at the magnificent temples of ANGKOR WAT. Constructed between the 9th and 13th centuries, the temples were built around the Khmer interpretations of Indian religious and political beliefs that ultimately evolved from Hinduism to Buddhism. The complex architectural grandeur of the Temples of Angkor, with their remarkable bas reliefs, towers, pools, and absolute immensity, are arguably unmatched among ancient temples anywhere in the world. (B,L) | | Day 13 | Bangkok | (Wed.) Today, fly to Bangkok. This evening, enjoy a FAREWELL DINNER cruise on the Chao Phraya River with sweeping views of Bangkok's modern skyline and riverfront. (B,D) | | Day 14 | Return Home | (Thu.) Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B) |
| | | SAIGON Duxton Hotel (F) | | HOI AN Palm Garden Resort (SF) | | HUE Saigon Morin Hotel (F) | | HANOI Melia Hanoi (F) | | SIEM REAP Prince D'Angkor Hotel & Spa (F) | | BANGKOK Montien Riverside Hotel (SF) |
| | US$ Price Details Applicable air fare taxes and fees Single Room Supplement:
OV $940. Triple Room reduction per person: OV $60.
Extra Nights per person in Bangkok:
in single room $120; in twin room $71; in triple room $69.
Extra Nights per person in Ho Chi Minh City:
Apr.-Sep. in single room $133; in twin room $84; in triple room $81. Oct.-Dec. in single room $192; in twin room $118; in triple room $105.
Our volume buying power saves you money!
-We may be able to provide you with flight arrangements from your gateway city.
-Additional accommodations before or after your tour may be available at our low prices.
Departure/arrival taxes and fares from other cities will be advised at the time of booking.
Price Guarantee: All vacation prices are based on rates (including foreign exchange rates) expected to be in effect at the time of departure. Prices are subject to increase without notice if such rates change prior to departure. The current price will be confirmed at the time of reservation. However, once Globus has received your deposit for any vacation departing during the current year, that land price is guaranteed, and any subsequent land cost increases are at our expense, not including any government tax increases. Airfares included as part of air-inclusive vacation prices are guaranteed when we receive confirmation of air itinerary and full payment. Vacation prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single room supplements and triple room reductions may be applicable.
Not included in the tour price: Federal Inspection Fees for the U.S. Customs and immigration; International Air Transportation Tax; agricultural tax; any other taxes; security fee; airport taxes and fees; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your tour director; tour host; tour driver; local city guides; gratuities on ferries, trains and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; mini bar; alcohol; beverages and food not on the regular table d'hote menu (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel or restaurant); optional excursions; porterage at airports; travel protection; excess baggage fees; all other items of a personal nature. |
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