Package 19 days 18 nights - VIET NAM, LAOS & CAMBODIA
Available times for travelling: whole year 2011
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Dates
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Itineraries |
Meals |
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Date 1 |
USA - Arrive HA NOI - City tour |
-/L/D |
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Date 2 |
HA NOI – HA LONG |
B/L + D on board |
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Date 3 |
HA LONG – HA NOI - Train to LAO CAI |
Brunch / D |
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Date 4 |
LAO CAI – SAPA - TAVAN |
B/L/D |
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Date 5 |
SAPA – BAC HA (Sunday only) – LAO CAI – Train to HA NOI |
B/L/D |
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Date 6 |
HA NOI Relax & Free time |
B/-/- |
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Date 7 |
HA NOI – VIENTIANE |
B/L/D |
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Date 8 |
VIENTIANE – LUANG PRABANG |
B/L/D |
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Date 9 |
LUANG PRABANG |
B/L/D |
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Date 10 |
LUANG PRABANG – HA NOI – SAI GON |
B/L/D |
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Date 11 |
SAI GON City tour |
B/-/D |
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Date 12 |
SAI GON – CAI BE – VINH LONG - CAN THO |
B/L/D |
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Date 13 |
CAN THO – CHAU DOC |
B/L/D |
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Date 14 |
CHAU DOC – PHNOM PENH By speed boat |
B/-/D |
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Date 15 |
PHNOM PENH – SIEM REAP By speed boat |
B/-/D |
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Date 16 |
SIEM REAP |
B/-/D |
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Day 17 |
SIEM REAP – SAI GON |
B/L/D |
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Day 18 |
SAI GON – TAY NINH – CU CHI – SAI GON |
B/L/- |
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Day 19 |
SAI GON – OUT |
B/-/- |
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TOTAL |
19 days 18 nights |
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Notes |
B: breakfast / L: lunch / D: dinner |
17B + 12L + 16D |
| DAY 1: ARRIVE HA NOI - CITY TOUR (-/L/D) Welcome on arrival at Noi Bai Airport by Spirit travel’s guide, transfer to hotel for check in. Then you enjoy a tour by cyclo tour around the old quarter streets to discover the local people life. Visit Ha Noi such as: One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature well known as Vietnam’s first university, Ngoc Son temple, and Tran Quoc pagoda. Evening: Water puppets show, the Vietnam unique traditional art. Overnight in Hanoi. Lunch & Dinner at local restaurant. |
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| DAY 2: HA NOI – HA LONG (B/L + D on board) Breakfast in hotel. Transfer to Ha Long Bay (200kms). Awarded World Heritage since 1994. The scenic drive will pass through some of the rural landscape before arriving in the afternoon to the world heritage site of Ha Long Bay. Arrival in Halong. Lunch and embarking. Boat cruise to visit Surprises Caves, Dau Go, pass on Tuan Chau island…Swimming on Titop or Hoa Cuong beach. Dinner and overnight on board. |
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| DAY 3: HA LONG – HA NOI – Train to Lao Cai (Brunch/ D) Breakfast on board. Continuation the boat cruise in Ha Long Bay is an unforgettable experience. A seafood brunch (breakfast + lunch) will be served on board. Disembarking and transfer back to Ha Noi in the afternoon. Stop on route to visit the ceramic and pottery village Dong Trieu. Arrival in Ha Noi. Have a dinner at local restaurant. Transfer to railway station. Taking the night train Ha Noi – Lao Cai. Night on board. * Tulico train: Superior cabin, 4 soft berths with air conditioned. |
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| DAY 4:LAO CAI – SAPA (B/L/D) Arrival in Lao Cai town in the early morning. Welcome & pick-up by your trekking guide. Have a breakfast. Transfer from Lao Cai to Sapa. VisitThac Bac water fall on road. Check-in hotel. Transfer to visit Ham Rong & Ta Van village. Discover cultural life of Black H’mong and Red Dao minorities. They are both very famous for their handicrafts. You will enjoy walking among local people. Come back to Sapa by car. Night in Sapa. Lunch & Dinner at local restaurant. |
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| DAY 5: SAPA – BAC HA (Sunday only) – LAO CAI – HA NOI (B/L/D) Breakfast in hotel. Bac Ha market is operated on Sunday only. It is attractive with wide variety of ethnic minority groups including the variagted H’ mong, Dao, Thai, Xa Pho and Tay. The experience of this congregation is colorful and unique. After lunch, transfer for a short trekking to discover the culture of ethnic people in the village. Along the way you stop take a boat cruise onChay river, take photographs. Arrival in Bao Nhai. The car will pick up you and transfer you o the Lao Cai station. Evening, dinner in town. Departure time is 21h00. Night on board. * Tulico train: Superior cabin, 4 soft berths with air conditioned. |
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| DAY 6: HA NOI FREE TIME (B/-/-) Arrive Ha Noi at 05h30 AM. Pick-up you by driver, transfer to hotel for check-in. Full day for free time. Night in hotel. |
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| DAY 7: HA NOI – VIENTIANE (B/L/D) Early breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Noi Bai airport and take the flight to Vientiane QV 841 HAN – VTE 0830 – 0935. Meet upon arrival at Vientiane Wattay airport, transfer and check-in at the hotel. Vientiane’s major attractions are the serene Buddhist monasteries that dominate the center of town. The city has kept its timeless charm with tree-lined avenues, brightly painted temples and quaint French architecture. Lunch at Lotus Restaurant.In the afternoon visit Vat Sisaket, the oldest original temple in Vientiane. Built in 1818, Vat Sisaket is the sole survivor of an invasion in 1828. All other temples in the city have undergone extensive restoration. |
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| Vat Sisaket features remarkable frescoes and 6,840 Buddha images. Nearby is Ho Phra Keo, once the royal temple of Lao monarchy. Built in 1565, Ho Phra Keo has been used as a museum since 1970 and contains some of the finest Buddhist sculptures and artifacts in the country. Special displays include antique brass drums and palm leaf manuscripts. The main structure originally housed the famous Emerald Buddha that now resides in Bangkok’s Wat Phra Keo. One of the most photographed images of Vientiane is Patousay, the victory gate also known as Anousavari. Constructed in 1958, its architecture is inspired by the Arc of Triumph in Paris. Another famous Vientiane landmark is the That Luang Stupa. King Setthathirath built this great sacred stupa, considered as the national symbol, in 1566. Its central structure is 45 meters tall and echoes the curving lines of an elongated lotus. The original stupa was said to contain relics of Lord Buddha. Dinner at local withtraditionel dance. Night in Vientiane. |
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| DAY 8: VIENTIANE – LUANG PRABANG (B/L/D) Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport for the flight to Luang Prabang QV 101 VTE – LPQ 1150 – 1230. Meet upon arrival at Luang Prabang airport, transfer and check-in at the hotel. The crown jewel of Laos and former Lanexang, Luang Prabang, is perhaps the best-preserved traditional city in South East Asia. Magical and charming, it has preserved its long-standing reputation as a stronghold of Lao culture with its splendid natural scenery and sense of timelessness. In 1995 UNESCO voted Luang Prabang as a World Heritage City. Visit Vat Xieng Thong, considered as the most beautiful temple. The sim of the Vat represents the classic Luang Prabang temple architecture with roofs that sweep low to the ground. In the compound stand several small chapels housing bronze Buddha images, which were displayed in Paris in 1911. Near the East gate stands the Royal Funeral Chapel. Inside are an impressive 12-meter high funeral chariot and various funeral urns of each Royal Family’s member. The gilt panel on the exterior of the chapel depicts a semi-erotic episode from Ramayana. Lunch at Un Petit Nid Restaurant. Visit Vat Visoun, the site of an impressive stupa, That Makmo, stylistically more Srilankalese than Lao. Then walk to the nearby Vat Aham, which is one of the city’s major tutelary shrines, dedicated to Deveta Luang (spirit) Pu Gneu Ya Gneu (ancestors). Climb Vat Phousi hill for an outstanding view over the city. Continue to visit Vat Mai, built in 1796, famous for the five – tiered roof of its wooden sim built in the standard of Luang Prabang style. Sunset at Vat Prabaht Tai located along the Mekong River. Dinner at local. Night in Luang Prabang. |
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| DAY 9: LUANG PRABANG – PAK OU CAVE (B/L/D) Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, board a traditional riverboat for a trip upstream the Mekong River to visit the famous caves of Pak Ouhousing thousands of statues representing Lord Buddha. And then, visit Ban Xang Hai, the village is famous for distillation of traditional rice alcohol. It used to be more famous for the big jars it is stored in, which they've been making there for over 2000 years. Lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the the Mekong river. Afterwards, walk around Ban Pak Ou Village, a small Laotian fishermen’s village on the Mekong River, and continue to Ban Muang Keo village, where you will see the production of coloured fabric, which is woven on simple weaving looms. Return to Luang Prabang by boat. Dinner and night in the hotel. |
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DAY 10: LUANG PRABANG – HA NOI – SAI GON (B/L/D) |
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| DAY 11: SAI GON CITY TOUR Breakfast in hotel. Full day city tour in Sai Gon & Chinatown in Cho Lon. In the morning, transfer to visit the Former Presidential Palace, War Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Post Office was built in the 19th century by XIX by Gustave Eiffel , a lacquer ware factory, Jade Pagoda. Afternoon, visiting Sea God Thien Hau temple. Binh Tay market and the China town where you will know religious life of Vietnamese as well as the interesting information about Sai Gon’s history and clture. Night in hotel. Lunch & dinner at local restaurant. |
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| DAY 12: SAI GON – CAI BE – VINH LONG – CAN THO (B/L/D) Breakfast in hotel. Transfer to Cai Be. Enjoy the boat trip on Tien Giang River, visiting the floating market Cai Be (3-6 AM) where organizes special market in Mekong Delta. Continue to visit green rice flakes, rice crispy cake, coconut candy milkoui, merci and enjoy. Visiting Mr Ba Kiet’s ancient house (Ut Kiet) – one of the ninth ancient houses of Vietnam were restored by Japanese. Then tasting exotic fruits in the South of Vietnam. Lunch at garden house. Walking on the country lane and discover local people’s life. Rowing on small boat to return motorboat. Transfer to Can Tho, the city considered as the heart of the Mekong delta. Night in hotel. |
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| DAY 13: CAN THO – CHAU DOC (B/L/D) Breakfast in hotel. Enjoy the boat trip on the Mekong river to visit Cai Rang, the famous floating market in the west of Vietnam, along narrow waterways through the lush vegetation to an orchard garden where we have the opportunity to visit local homes. Disembarking and having lunch at local restaurant. Transfer to Chau Doc. Visit the Sam mountain, the Tomb of Thoai Ngoc Hau, the foundator of Chau Doc area. Ba Chua Xu temple is a famous place with a legend for popular people. Boat cruise to visit the floating market of fish farming. Drop off to visit a Cham community. Transfer to hotel. Dinner at local restaurant. Night in hotel. |
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| DAY 14: CHAU DOC – PHNOM PENH (B/-/D) Breakfast in hotel (early morning). Transfer to pier to taking the boat to Phnom Penh (Departure at 07AM). Served a slight food on board. Arrive Phnom Penh. Meet with your guide and transfer to hotel. Afternoon tour to visit the Silver Pagoda, the Royal Palace and the Khmer Art National Museum. Dinner at local restaurant. Night in hotel |
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| DAY 15: PHNOM PENH – SIEM REAP (B/-/D) Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer from speed boat to Siem Reap crossing Tonle Sap lake. Depart at 07h00 –arrive Siem Reap(Mid-day).One of interesting boat trip which is best from September to February. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Visit Pre-Angkorian temple in Rolous Group including Preah Ko, Bakong, Lo Lei. and see the sunset view at Phnom Bakheng. Dinner at local restaurant. Over night in Siem Reap. |
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| DAY 16: SIEM REAP (B/-/D) Early morning, watch the picturesque sunrise at Angkor Wat, before returning to the hotel for breakfast. Carry on with the tour to Small Circuit including Ta Phrom, Banteay Kdei, Srah Srang, Ta Keo, Thommanon, and Chausay Tevoda. Afternoon, visit to Grand Circuit includingPrasat Kravan, East Mebon, Pre Rup, and Preah Khan. Dinner at local restaurant. Overnight in Siem Reap. |
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| DAY 17: SIEM REAP – SAI GON (B/L/D) Breakfast in hotel. Lunch at local restaurant. Free at leisure until transfer for departure flight VN 3820 REP – SGN 1745 – 1845. Pick-up by Spirit’s driver only. Check-in the hotel. Have a dinner and night in Sai Gon. |
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| DAY 18: SAI GON – TAY NINH – CU CHI – SAI GON (B/L/-) Breakfast in hotel. Depart for Tay Ninh, the head quarter of Cao Dai religion founded in 1926. Have a lunch at local restaurant. Proceed to Cu Chi and visit an incredible underground tunnels dug by Vietnamese fighters during the long struggle for independence. Transfer back to Sai Gon. Night in hotel. |
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DAY 19: SAI GON – DEPARTURE (B/-/-) * End of our services * |
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SAVE 105USD, if you book Tour in Jan. & Feb. 2011. Pay only USD2,434 instead of USD2,539
FLIGHTS FOR THIS TRIP
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International flights
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HAN - VTE //LPQ - HAN by Laos Airlines (QV): 155 + 176 tax |
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Domestic flight
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HAN - SGN by Vietnam Airlines (VN): 110 |
All hotels booking will be made upon availabilities of hotels.
Package prices based in Normal season/Supplement charge will be added in Peak-Season/Airfares & schedules are subject to change without prior notice by airlines
HOTELS RECOMMEND :
* SERVICES INCLUDED :
- 16 nights accommodation in hotel with daily breakfast (Double / Twin sharing room)
- TULICO train ticket : Ha Noi – Lao Cai – Ha Noi including 02 nights on train
- International air ticket :
+ HAN – VTE // LPQ – HAN by Laos Airlines on Eco class
+ REP – SGN by Vietnam airlines on Eco class
- Domestic air tickets :
+ VTE – LPQ by Laos Airlines on Eco class
+ HAN - SGN by Vietnam airlines on Eco class
- Package 2 days 1 night on Huong Hai Junks for option hotel 3 - 4* or Indochina Sails for option hotel 5*
- All private transfers for sight seeing as program mentioned
- All entrance fees as program mentioned
- Cyclo tour (1h) & Water Puppet Show ticket
- Local English / French speaking guide
- Boat trip as program mentioned.
- Speedboat ticket :
+ Chau Doc – Phnom Penh
+ Phnom Penh – Siem Reap : it ‘s normal type, using from September to February.
- Entry visa into Cambodia (25 USD per person) + 01 photo
- Meals as program mentioned : 17 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 16 diners & 01 brunch.
- 1 bottle of mineral water/day/pax
* SERVICES EXCLUDED :
- International tickets : USA – Ha Noi // Sai Gon - USA
- All airport tax
- Insurances
- Multiples entry visa into Vietnam : 40 USD per person (valid 3 months)
- Entry visa into Laos upon arrival at the airport: 30 USD/ person (French) & 35 USD/ person (American)
- Dinks, tips, personal expenses and other services not clearly mentioned in the program
Package 19 days 18 nights - VIET NAM, LAOS & CAMBODIA
Available times for travelling: whole year 2011
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