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Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia
Welcome to Indochina: a land of lost empires, and yet fiercely protective of its identity. The
tropical landscapes, and vibrant people. It has people are likewise colourful; with lineages
a special mix of culture, luxury and cuisine that stretch all the way back to pre-history.
that make it appealing for any traveller. Each You will delight in the open friendliness of
country is a world of its own with vastly the Laotians, the hospitable reservedness of
diverging histories, distinct cuisine styles and the Cambodians, and the diverse welcoming
wholly different cultures. These three beautiful nature of the Vietnamese. There are lots to
nations, influenced by China looming in the uncover in this region, from the Plain of Jars
North, India stretching out from the West and in Laos to Angkor Wats in Cambodia then to
the contemporary influences from the Western Mekong Delta in the south and Ha Long Bay
foreign powers paint a world that is both in the north of Vietnam; it will be the great
wondrously synthesized to the outside world experience to visit these exciting countries….
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Best time to visit: Visa for Australian passport holder(s):
Best time to visit Indochina is from October to March. Vietnam tourist visa is required for Australian passport
holder and CBT can assist you to apply arrival visa
Time difference: (Vietnamese arrival visa included for all tour participants).
Indochina is 3 hours behind Australia EST and 4 hours
during daylight saving period. Cambodia and Laos tourist visa could be obtained upon
arrival airport.
Currency:
1 Australian dollar = 16,000 Vietnamese Dong (VND) Languages:
1 Australian dollar = 2,800 Cambodian Riel (KHR) The official language in Vietnam is Vietnamese.
1 Australian dollar = 6,000 Laotian Kip (LAK) The official language in Cambodia is Khmer.
The official language in Laos is Lao.
VIETNAM, LAOS & CAMBODIA I 67
Vietnam Escape
11 day tour to HCMC (Saigon), Da Nang, Hoi An, Ha Long Bay Cruise & Hanoi
Day 1 Australia HCMC (Saigon) around the charming town or join one of our
Fly from Australia to Ho Chi Minh City, formally optional tours.
Discover the historic cities, called Saigon, the economic and commercial
ve rd a nt a gr i c u l t u re, a n d center of Vietnam. Overnight in HCMC. Day 6 Hoi An Da Nang Hanoi
glittering bays of Vietnam Meal: B/D
Day 2 Ho Chi Minh City Meal: B/L After breakfast, transfer to Da Nang airport
and be captivated by the This morning, we head to Cu Chi, 70km for your flight to Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital city
warmth of the people you north of Saigon, which is famous for its which boasts tree-lined streets and centuries-
200-kilometre-long tunnels and it was the old temples. Transfer to your hotel.
meet. Uncover the youthful base for the Viet Cong during the Vietnam
excitement of Saigon, learn War. After lunch, return to Ho Chi Minh City,
Day 7 Hanoi Meal: B/L
the war theme continues with photo stop at
about the Cu Chi tunnels, the Independence Palace and visit to the War
We visit Tran Quoc pagoda, a Buddhist
temple set on a West Lake peninsula; then
shop at the living museum Remnant Museum and wandering around
continue to the Ho Chi Minh complex and
city of Hoi An; float across Ha Cho Ben Thanh Markets.
the One Pillar Pagoda. Explore Confucian
Long Bay on boat and enjoy heritage at the 11th-century Temple of
Day 3 Ho Chi Minh City Hoi An Literature, where you’ll find a prime example
the unique pedi-cab ride in Meal: B/L of traditional Vietnamese architecture,
Transfer to the airport for our flight to
the old quarter in Hanoi. Da Nang. Upon arrival, we visit the Cham
and the site of Vietnam’s first university.
Afternoon, pay a visit to the Hoa Lo Prison,
Sculpture Museum, which boasts the finest
nicknamed Hanoi Hilton by American pilots
collection of Cham sandstone sculptures in
during the Vietnam War. This notorious prison
the world and Marble Mountain. Continue to
was used by French Colonists for political
Hoi An, the most charming town in Vietnam.
Here we stay 3 nights. prisoners until the mid-1950s. Your expert
guide will share stories and history as you
Day 4 Hoi An Meal: B/L
Today your guide will show you the ancient
town. Hoi An, is so called a ‘Living Museum
City’ because of its well-kept original historical
buildings and ancient backstreets. Visit one
of the three city’s oldest homes, each built
over 200 years ago and still occupied by
descendants of the families that originally built
them. We then tour to the Chinese Assembly
Hall, followed by a one hour cruise along the
river. Later on we visit to the unique Japanese
Bridge; afterwards we take one hour cruise
along Thu the Bon River. Lunch is served at a
local restaurant by the river.
Day 5 Hoi An Meal: B
Today is at leisure to explore more of Hoi
An at your own pace, possibly to do some
shopping, get some tailor-made clothes, walk
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Day 10 Hanoi Australia Meal: B
This morning is at leisure followed by a
transfer to the airport for your overnight
flight to Australia.
Day 11 Australia
Arrive in Australia this morning.
tour the grounds. After that, visit Vietnam amazing shaped mountains. You will also
Museum of Ethnology to learn about the 54 visit some magical grottoes and relax in the
cultural groups living in Vietnam. Then take best scenic beauty Vietnam has to offer.
the 1 hour cyclo tour around the old quarter You could also do kayaking or local boat
before get back to your hotel. rowing (own expense), attend a morning
Tai chi class & Cooking demonstration,
Day 8 Ha Long Bay Cruise Meal: B/L/D Squid Fishing, or a movie show. Overnight
This morning we depart from Ha Noi and is on the cruise.
travel by road with cruise shuttle bus
through the Red River Delta to the beautiful Day 9 Ha Long Bay Hanoi Meal: B/L
Ha Long Bay. The scenic drive will pass This morning star t with optional early
through rural landscapes before arriving morning Tai Chi class then continue our
at this World Heritage site, recognised by visit to some of the caves or a pearl farm
UNESCO in 1994. Upon arrival board the in Ha Long Bay. After early lunch served on
deluxe Junk Boat where you will enjoy a board, you are transferred back to Hanoi
welcome drink and freshly caught seafood with cruise shuttle bus.You stay 1 night in
lunch whilst sailing out of the bay passing Hanoi.
Vietnam Escape Dates & Prices
ñ
Full package with international airfare
departing from Sydney / Melbourne / * This tour is a guaranteed departure based on a minimum of 2 people. Full package
Start End
Brisbane# / Adelaide# / Perth# prices above include airport taxes and fuel surcharges.
Tour code HCMC Hanoi
Wednesday Friday Cathay
Vietnam Air Singapore Air
Pacific * Please refer to Page 14 for Tour Inclusions and Extending Your Holiday details.
VS200311 11-Mar-20 20-Mar-20 $2,480 $2,680 $2,780
* Land only price: Tour starts from Arrival transfer in HCMC (Saigon) to Departure
VS200325 25-Mar-20 3-Apr-20 $2,480 $2,680 $2,780 transfer in Hanoi, including domestic Saigon - Da Nang - Hanoi air tickets & taxes
but excluding any international air tickets.
VS200408 08-Apr-20 17-Apr-20 $2,480 $2,680 $2,780
VS200422 22-Apr-20 01-May-20 $2,480 $2,680 $2,780 * Vietnam arrival single entry visa fee included.
VS200513 13-May-20 22-May-20 $2,350 $2,550 $2,650 * Package prices of Vietnam Airlines are for departures from Sydney or Melbourne
only. Those depart from Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra or Hobart will fly Virgin to
VS200610 10-Jun-20 19-Jun-20 $2,350 $2,550 $2,650
connect Vietnam Airlines with surcharge of $150 pp.
VS200708 08-Jul-20 17-Jul-20 $2,450 $2,650 $2,750 #Package prices of Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific are for departures from
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth. Any cost including hotel or meals
VS200812 12-Aug-20 21-Aug-20 $2,350 $2,550 $2,650 incurred due to the connecting flight in Hong Kong or Singapore will be at your
own expenses.
VS200909 09-Sep-20 18-Sep-20 $2,350 $2,550 $2,650
VS200930 30-Sep-20 09-Oct-20 $2,480 $2,680 $2,780 Stopover in Singapore permitted if flying with Singapore Airlines; One stopover in
Hong Kong permitted if flying with Cathay Pacific. Extra airport taxes apply. Land
VS201014 14-Oct-20 23-Oct-20 $2,480 $2,680 $2,780 arrangement in Singapore or Hong Kong can be arranged at additional cost.
VS201028 28-Oct-20 06-Nov-20 $2,480 $2,680 $2,780
Hotels used for this tour:4* Saigon Lotus Central Hotel; 4* Hoi An TTC Premium
VS201111 11-Nov-20 20-Nov-20 $2,480 $2,680 $2,780 Hotel; 4* Ha Long Bay Renea Cruise; 4* Hanoi Rex Hotel or similar.
VS201125 25-Nov-20 04-Dec-20 $2,480 $2,680 $2,780
VS201223 23-Dec-20 01-Jan-21 $2,980 $3,180 $3,280 Pre / Post Stay Hotel: $148 (HCMC) / $138 (Hanoi) - per room per night with
breakfast
Land only: $1950 Single supplement: $550
VIETNAM, LAOS & CAMBODIA I 69
Vietnam Cultural Tour
11 day tour to HCMC (Saigon), Da Nang, Hoi An, Hue, Ha Long Bay Cruise & Hanoi
Day 1 Australia HCMC (Saigon) Heritage-listed wonder of the Citadel including
Discover the historic cities, Fly from Australia to Ho Chi Minh City, formally the Forbidden Purple City then make your way
called Saigon, the economic and commercial to the Hue Royal Antiques Museum to see a
ve rd a nt a gr i c u l t u re, a n d center of Vietnam. Overnight in HCMC. collection of ornaments, where preserves royal
treasures has a history with many changes.
glittering bays of Vietnam
Day 2 Ho Chi Minh City Meal: B/L Your guide will take you through the hallways,
and be captivated by the This morning, we head to Cu Chi, 70km temples and tombs that were modelled after
north of Saigon, which is famous for its Beijing’s Forbidden City.
warmth of the people you 200-kilometre-long tunnels and it was the Afterwards transfer to Toa Kham boat station
meet. Uncover the youthful base for the Viet Cong during the Vietnam to embark boat for cruise along the poetic
War. After lunch, return to Ho Chi Minh City, Perfume River (1 hour), admire the landscape
excitement of Saigon, learn the war theme continues with photo stop at and enjoy the sunset over the river.
the Independence Palace and visit to the War
about the Cu Chi tunnels, Remnant Museum and wandering around Day 6 Hue Hanoi Meal: B/L/D
shop at the living museum Cho Ben Thanh Markets. After breakfast, visit “Khai Dinh King’s Tomb” – a
blend of Western and Eastern architecture and
city of Hoi An; discover the Day 3 Ho Chi Minh City Hoi An Meal: B/L “Minh Mang King’s Tomb” – among the finest
UNESCO site in Hue; float Transfer to the airport for our flight to royal tombs in Hue with 40 constructions of
Da Nang. Upon arrival, we visit the Cham palaces, temples, pavilions, lake and others.
across Ha Long Bay on boat Sculpture Museum, which boasts the finest After lunch, transfer to Hue airport for your
collection of Cham sandstone sculptures in
and enjoy the unique pedi- the world and Marble Mountain. Continue to
flight to Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital city which
boasts tree-lined streets and centuries-old
cab ride in the old quarter in Hoi An, the most charming town in Vietnam.
temples. Transfer to your hotel.
Here we stay 2 nights.
Hanoi.
Day 4 Hoi An Meal: B/L Day 7 Hanoi Meal: B/L
Today your guide will show you the ancient We visit Tran Quoc pagoda, a Buddhist
town. Hoi An, is so called a ‘Living Museum temple set on a West Lake peninsula; then
City ’ because of its well-kept original continue to the Ho Chi Minh complex and
historical buildings and ancient backstreets.
Visit one of the three city’s oldest homes,
each built over 200 years ago and still
occupied by descendants of the families that
originally built them. We then tour to the
Chinese Assembly Hall, followed by a one
hour cruise along the river. Later on we visit
to the unique Japanese Bridge; afterwards
we take one hour cruise along Thu the Bon
River. Lunch is served at a local restaurant by
the river.
Day 5 Hoi An Hue Meal: B/L
After breakfast, transfer to Hue (3 hours driving).
Admire beautiful landscape along the road
through the Hai Van Pass. Panoramic views of
the clouds, the sea and the mountains around
are unfolded at the scenic Lang Co lagoon.
Upon arrival, discover the UNESCO World
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HANOI (3N) Day 9 Ha Long Bay Hanoi Meal: B/L
H A LO N G ( 1 N )
This morning star t with optional early
morning Tai Chi class then continue our visit
to some of the caves or a pearl farm in Ha
Long Bay. After early lunch served on board,
you are transferred back to Hanoi with cruise
shuttle bus. You stay 1 night in Hanoi.
HUE (1N)
HOI AN (2N)
Day 10 Hanoi Australia Meal: B
This morning is at leisure followed by a
transfer to the airport for your overnight
flight to Australia.
VIETNAM
Day 11 Australia
HCMC (2N) Arrive in Australia this morning.
the One Pillar Pagoda. Explore Confucian Day 8 Ha Long Bay Cruise Meal: B/L/D
heritage at the 11th-century Temple of This morning we depart from Ha Noi and
Literature, where you’ll find a prime example travel by road with cruise shuttle bus through
of traditional Vietnamese architecture, the Red River Delta to the beautiful Ha Long
and the site of Vietnam’s first university. Bay. The scenic drive will pass through rural
Afternoon, pay a visit to the Hoa Lo Prison, landscapes before arriving at this World
Heritage site, recognised by UNESCO in 1994.
nicknamed Hanoi Hilton by American pilots
Upon arrival board the deluxe Junk Boat
during the Vietnam War. This notorious prison
where you will enjoy a welcome drink and
was used by French Colonists for political freshly caught seafood lunch whilst sailing
prisoners until the mid-1950s. Your expert out of the bay passing amazing shaped
guide will share stories and history as you mountains. You will also visit some magical
tour the grounds. After that, visit Vietnam grottoes and relax in the best scenic beauty
Museum of Ethnology to learn about the 54 Vietnam has to offer. You could also do
cultural groups living in Vietnam. Then take kayaking or local boat rowing (own expense),
the 1 hour cyclo tour around the old quarter attend a morning Tai chi class & Cooking
before get back to your hotel. demonstration, Squid Fishing, or a movie
show. Overnight is on the cruise.
Vietnam Cultural Tour Dates & Prices
ñ
Full package with international airfare
departing from Sydney / Melbourne / * This tour is a guaranteed departure based on a minimum of 2 people. Full package
Start End prices above include airport taxes and fuel surcharges.
Tour code HCMC Hanoi Brisbane# / Adelaide# / Perth#
Wednesday Friday Cathay
Vietnam Air Singapore Air * Please refer to Page 14 for Tour Inclusions and Extending Your Holiday details.
Pacific
VC200311 11-Mar-20 20-Mar-20 $2,980 $3,180 $3,280 * Triple share on Ha Long cruise not available, a single cabin with surcharge of $180
can be arranged.
VC200325 25-Mar-20 3-Apr-20 $2,980 $3,180 $3,280
VC200408 08-Apr-20 17-Apr-20 $2,980 $3,180 $3,280 * Land only price: Tour starts from Arrival transfer in HCMC (Saigon) to Departure
transfer in Hanoi, including domestic Saigon - Da Nang; Hue - Hanoi air tickets &
VC200422 22-Apr-20 01-May-20 $2,980 $3,180 $3,280 taxes but excluding any International air tickets.
VC200513 13-May-20 22-May-20 $2,880 $3,080 $3,180 * Vietnam arrival single entry visa fee included.
VC200610 10-Jun-20 19-Jun-20 $2,880 $3,080 $3,180 *Package prices of Vietnam Airlines are for departures from Sydney or Melbourne
only. Those depart from Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra or Hobart will fly Virgin to
VC200708 08-Jul-20 17-Jul-20 $2,980 $3,180 $3,280 connect Vietnam Airlines with surcharge of $150 pp.
VC200812 12-Aug-20 21-Aug-20 $2,880 $3,080 $3,180 # Package prices of Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific are for departures from
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth. Any cost including hotel or meals
VC200909 09-Sep-20 18-Sep-20 $2,880 $3,080 $3,180 incurred due to the connecting flight in Hong Kong or Singapore will be at your
own expenses.
VC200930 30-Sep-20 09-Oct-20 $2,980 $3,180 $3,280
Stopover in Singapore permitted if flying with Singapore Airlines; One stopover in
VC201014 14-Oct-20 23-Oct-20 $2,980 $3,180 $3,280 Hong Kong permitted if flying with Cathay Pacific. Extra airport taxes apply. Land
arrangement in Singapore or Hong Kong can be arranged at additional cost.
VC201028 28-Oct-20 06-Nov-20 $2,980 $3,180 $3,280
VC201111 11-Nov-20 20-Nov-20 $2,980 $3,180 $3,280 Hotels used for this tour:4* Saigon Lotus Central Hotel; 4* Hoi An TTC Premium
Hotel; 4* Hue Eldora Hotel; 4* Ha Long Bay Renea Cruise; 4* Hanoi Rex Hotel or
VC201125 25-Nov-20 04-Dec-20 $2,980 $3,180 $3,280 similar.
VC201223 23-Dec-20 01-Jan-21 $3,480 $3,680 $3,780 Pre / Post Stay Hotel: $148 (HCMC) / $138 (Hanoi) - per room per night with
breakfast
Land only: $2250 Single supplement: $720
VIETNAM, LAOS & CAMBODIA I 71
Vietnam Highlights
14 day tour to HCMC (Saigon), Mekong Delta, Da Nang, Hoi An, Ha Long Bay
Cruise, Ning Binh & Hanoi
local barges full of fruits and vegetables. them. We then tour to the Chinese Assembly
From the boisterous energy of Though it is not nearly as busy and crowded Hall, followed by a one hour cruise along the
Saigon to the tranquil islands as day’s past, you might still spot locals tossing river. Later on we visit to the unique Japanese
watermelons or pineapple between their Bridge; afterwards we take one hour cruise
of Ha Long Bay, discover the boats! The rowing boat will take you deeper along Thu the Bon River. Lunch is served at a
contrasting regions of this into the countryside on smaller canals of the local restaurant by the river.
Delta surrounded by thousands of coconut
diverse country. An insight palms to enjoy the peaceful time. After lunch, Day 6 Hoi An Meal: B
into traditional Vietnamese we can walk around this area take bike ride on Today is at leisure to explore more of Hoi
village paths to see traditional houses which An at your own pace, possibly to do some
life, learn about the people’s are made of wood and palm tree leaves and shopping, get some tailor-made clothes, walk
life at Mekong Delta, wander meet the local farmers and learn how to make around the charming town or join one of our
rice paper, coconut candy and pop-rice, pop- optional tours.
around antiquated streets in corn.... Visit the brick kilns where you can see
Hoi An and drive through the how the local people create beautiful potteries
from clay. Return to Ho Chi Minh City later in Day 7 Hoi An Da Nang Hanoi
lush agriculture and stunning the afternoon. Overnight in Saigon. Meal: B/D
After breakfast, transfer to Da Nang airport
coastal vistas of provincial for your flight to Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital city
Day 3 Ho Chi Minh City Meal: B/L which boasts tree-lined streets and centuries-
Vietnam from Hoi An to Hue; This morning, we head to Cu Chi, 70km
old temples. Transfer to your hotel.
then cruise on the World north of Saigon, which is famous for its
200-kilometre-long tunnels and it was the
U N E S CO s i te o f H a Lo n g base for the Viet Cong during the Vietnam Day 8 Hanoi Meal: B/L
War, after lunch, return to Ho Chi Minh City, We visit Tran Quoc pagoda, a Buddhist
Bay, tour the historic city temple set on a West Lake peninsula; then
the war theme continues with photo stop at
of Hanoi and take sampan the Independence Palace and visit to the War continue to the Ho Chi Minh complex and the
Remnant Museum and wandering around One Pillar pagoda. Explore Confucian heritage
cruise through the stunning at the 11th-century Temple of Literature, where
Cho Ben Thanh Markets.
landscapes of Tam Coc and you’ll find a prime example of traditional
Vietnamese architecture, and the site of
UNESCO Her itage site of Day 4 Ho Chi Minh City Hoi An
Vietnam’s first university. Afternoon, pay a visit
Meal: B/L
Trang An in Ninh Binh. Transfer to the airport for our flight to Da Nang.
to the Hoa Lo Prison, nicknamed Hanoi Hilton
by American pilots during the Vietnam War. This
Upon arrival, we visit the Cham Sculpture
notorious prison was used by French Colonists
Museum, which boasts the finest collection of
Day 1 Australia HCMC (Saigon) for political prisoners until the mid-1950s. Your
Cham sandstone sculptures in the world and
Fly from Australia to Ho Chi Minh City, formally expert guide will share stories and history as
Marble Mountain. Continue to Hoi An, the most
called Saigon, the economic and commercial you tour the grounds. After that, visit Vietnam
charming town in Vietnam. Here we stay 3 nights.
center of Vietnam. Overnight in HCMC. Museum of Ethnology to learn about the 54
cultural groups living in Vietnam. Then take the
Day 5 Hoi An Meal: B/L 1 hour cyclo tour around the old quarter before
Day 2 HCMC Mekong Delta Today your guide will show you the ancient
(Cai Be – Vinh Long) Meal: B/L get back to your hotel.
town. Hoi An, is so called a ‘Living Museum
Drive about 2.5 hours to the Mekong Delta City’ because of its well-kept original historical
Town of Cai Be, one of the less travelled parts buildings and ancient backstreets. Visit one Day 9 Ha Long Bay Cruise Meal: B/L/D
at the Centre of the agricultural basket. Hop of the three city’s oldest homes, each built This morning we depart from Ha Noi and
aboard a small boat to take a trip around the over 200 years ago and still occupied by travel by road with cruise shuttle bus through
Cai Be colorful floating market cruising among descendants of the families that originally built the Red River Delta to the beautiful Ha Long
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permits, you can also visit Bich Dong pagoda.
HANOI (4N)
H A LO N G ( 1 N )
Overnight in Ninh Binh.
NING BINH (1N)
Day 12 Ninh Binh Trang An Hanoi
Meal: B
After lunch in a local restaurant you will
continue to nearby Trang An Grottoes, a
UNESCO World Heritage site known for its
DA NANG
outstanding natural beauty and the scenic
karst formations which contribute to its
HOI AN (3N)
reputation as being the “Ha Long Bay on
land.” Board a small boat and meander
lazily down the peaceful river while passing
VIETNAM through a series of caves: Sang Cave, Toi
Cave, Ba Giot Cave, Sinh Cave. While enjoying
HCMC (3N)
the sounds of soaring birds overhead and
CAI BE
paddling along the crystal-clear waters of the
river, jagged limestone hills jutting skyward
out of electric green rice paddies will be sure
Bay. The scenic drive will pass through rural to some of the caves or a pearl farm in Ha to bring out the photographer in you. The
landscapes before arriving at this World Long Bay. After early lunch served on board, quiet fresh air of the highlands is broken only
Heritage site, recognised by UNESCO in 1994. you are transferred back to Hanoi with cruise by the sound of birds chirping and the oars
Upon arrival board the deluxe Junk Boat shuttle bus. You stay 1 night in Hanoi. stirring the clear water. Look closely as you
where you will enjoy a welcome drink and float to see the wild white goats grazing on
freshly caught seafood lunch whilst sailing Day 11 Hanoi Ninh Binh (Tam Coc) the forested mountains that rise up from the
out of the bay passing amazing shaped Meal: B/L water. Trang An Grottoes is truly one of the
mountains. You will also visit some magical Drive 2.5 hours to Ninh Binh City; first take most beautiful sights in Vietnam. Return and
grottoes and relax in the best scenic beauty a boat trip to visit the population of Van overnight in Hanoi.
Vietnam has to offer. You could also do Long eco-tourism. This is the largest wetland
kayaking or local boat rowing (own expense), nature reserve in the delta. Continue to Tam Day 13 Hanoi Australia Meal: B
attend a morning Tai chi class & Cooking Coc and board a small sampan to visit Tam This morning is at leisure followed by a
demonstration, Squid Fishing, or a movie Coc which means literally “three caves” (2.5 transfer to the airport for your overnight
show. Overnight is on the cruise. hour boat trip). With Ha Long Bay type views flight to Australia.
of majestic limestone cliffs and mysterious
Day 10 Ha Long Bay Hanoi Meal: B/L caves, as well as countryside landscape like Day 14 Australia
This morning start with optional early peaceful streams, rice paddies and deserted Arrive in Australia this morning.
morning Tai Chi class then continue our visit green fields, Tam Coc really has it all. If time
Vietnam Highlights Dates & Prices
ñ
Full package with international airfare
Start End departing from Sydney / Melbourne / * This tour is a guaranteed departure based on a minimum of 2 people. Full package
Tour code HCMC Hanoi Brisbane# / Adelaide# / Perth# prices above include airport taxes and fuel surcharges.
Tuesday Sunday Cathay Singapore
Vietnam Air
Pacific Air
VH191022 22-Oct-19 03-Nov-19 $3,250 $3,450 $3,550 * Please refer to Page 14 for Tour Inclusions and Extending Your Holiday details.
VH191105 05-Nov-19 17-Nov-19 $3,250 $3,450 $3,550
* Land only price: Tour starts from Arrival transfer in HCMC (Saigon) to Departure
VH191119 19-Nov-19 01-Dec-19 $3,250 $3,450 $3,550
transfer in Hanoi, including domestic Saigon - Da Nang - Hanoi air tickets & taxes
VH191203 03-Dec-19 15-Dec-19 $3,450 $3,650 $3,750 but excluding any international air tickets.
VH200121 21-Jan-20 02-Feb-20 $3,350 $3,550 $3,650
VH200211 11-Feb-20 23-Feb-20 $3,350 $3,550 $3,650 * Vietnam arrival single entry visa fee included.
VH200225 25-Feb-20 08-Mar-20 $3,350 $3,550 $3,650
VH200310 10-Mar-20 22-Mar-20 $3,350 $3,550 $3,650 *Package prices of Vietnam Airlines are for departures from Sydney or Melbourne
VH200324 24-Mar-20 05-Apr-20 $3,350 $3,550 $3,650 only. Those depart from Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra or Hobart will fly Virgin to
connect Vietnam Airlines with surcharge of $150 pp.
VH200407 07-Apr-20 19-Apr-20 $3,350 $3,550 $3,650
VH200421 21-Apr-20 03-May-20 $3,250 $3,450 $3,550
# Package prices of Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific are for departures from
VH200512 12-May-20 24-May-20 $3,250 $3,450 $3,550 Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth. Any cost including hotel or meals
VH200609 09-Jun-20 21-Jun-20 $3,250 $3,450 $3,550 incurred due to the connecting flight in Hong Kong or Singapore will be at your
own expenses.
VH200707 07-Jul-20 19-Jul-20 $3,250 $3,450 $3,550
VH200811 11-Aug-20 23-Aug-20 $3,250 $3,450 $3,550 Stopover in Singapore permitted if flying with Singapore Airlines; One stopover in
VH200908 08-Sep-20 20-Sep-20 $3,350 $3,550 $3,650 Hong Kong permitted if flying with Cathay Pacific. Extra airport taxes apply. Land
arrangement in Singapore or Hong Kong can be arranged at additional cost.
VH200929 29-Sep-20 11-Oct-20 $3,450 $3,650 $3,750
VH201013 13-Oct-20 25-Oct-20 $3,450 $3,650 $3,750
Hotels used for this tour: 4* Saigon Lotus Central Hotel; 4* Hoi An TTC Premium
VH201027 27-Oct-20 08-Nov-20 $3,450 $3,650 $3,750 Hotel; 4* Hue Eldora Hotel; 4* Ha Long Bay Renea Cruise; 4* Hanoi Rex Hotel; 4*
VH201110 10-Nov-20 22-Nov-20 $3,450 $3,650 $3,750 Ninh Binh Hidden Charm or similar.
VH201124 24-Nov-20 06-Dec-20 $3,450 $3,650 $3,750
VH201222 22-Dec-20 03-Jan-21 $3,850 $3,950 $3,950 Pre / Post Stay Hotel: $148 (HCMC) / $138 (Hanoi) - per room per night with
breakfast
Land only: $2680 Single supplement: $920
VIETNAM, LAOS & CAMBODIA I 73
Vietnam Panorama
15 day tour to HCMC (Saigon), Da Nang, Hoi An, Hue, Ha Long Bay Cruise,
Hanoi, Lao Cai & Sapa
Sculpture Museum, which boasts the finest royal tombs in Hue with 40 constructions of
Delve further into Vietnam on collection of Cham sandstone sculptures in palaces, temples, pavilions, lake and others.
this overland journey, which the world and Marble Mountain. Continue to After lunch, transfer to Hue airport for your
Hoi An, the most charming town in Vietnam. flight to Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital city which
reveals treasures many tourists Here we stay 2 nights. boasts tree-lined streets and centuries-old
miss. Learn about the country’s temples. Transfer to your hotel.
Day 4 Hoi An Meal: B/L
moving history in Ho Chi Minh Today your guide will show you the ancient Day 7 Hanoi Meal: B/L
City, leisure at Hoi An ancient town. Hoi An, is so called a ‘Living Museum We visit Tran Quoc pagoda, a Buddhist temple
City’ because of its well-kept original historical set on a West Lake peninsula; then continue to
town and beach, explore the buildings and ancient backstreets. Visit one the Ho Chi Minh complex and the One Pillar
history of the Royal Empire in of the three city’s oldest homes, each built pagoda. Explore Confucian heritage at the
over 200 years ago and still occupied by 11th-century Temple of Literature, where you’ll
Hue, cruising on Ha Long Bay’s descendants of the families that originally built find a prime example of traditional Vietnamese
emerald water. A trip to Sapa them. We then tour to the Chinese Assembly architecture, and the site of Vietnam’s first
Hall, followed by a one hour cruise along the university. Afternoon, pay a visit to the Hoa Lo
is a journey into the fascinating river. Later on we visit to the unique Japanese Prison, nicknamed Hanoi Hilton by American
lives of the ethnic minority Bridge; afterwards we take one hour cruise pilots during the Vietnam War. This notorious
along Thu the Bon River. Lunch is served at a prison was used by French Colonists for
villagers that thrive in the unique local restaurant by the river. political prisoners until the mid-1950s. Your
conditions that life high in the expert guide will share stories and history as
Day 5 Hoi An Hue Meal: B/L you tour the grounds. After that, visit Vietnam
mountains brings. After breakfast, transfer to Hue (3 hours driving). Museum of Ethnology to learn about the 54
Admire beautiful landscape along the road cultural groups living in Vietnam. Then take the
through the Hai Van Pass. Panoramic views of 1 hour cyclo tour around the old quarter before
the clouds, the sea and the mountains around get back to your hotel.
Day 1 Australia HCMC (Saigon)
Fly from Australia to Ho Chi Minh City, formally are unfolded at the scenic Lang Co lagoon.
called Saigon, the economic and commercial Upon arrival, discover the UNESCO World Day 8 Ha Long Bay Cruise Meal: B/L/D
center of Vietnam. Overnight in HCMC. Heritage-listed wonder of the Citadel including This morning we depart from Ha Noi and
the Forbidden Purple City then make your way travel by road with cruise shuttle bus
to the Hue Royal Antiques Museum to see a through the Red River Delta to the beautiful
Day 2 Ho Chi Minh City Meal: B/L Ha Long Bay. The scenic drive will pass
This morning, we head to Cu Chi, 70km collection of ornaments, where preserves royal
through rural landscapes before arriving
north of Saigon, which is famous for its treasures has a history with many changes.
at this World Heritage site, recognised by
200-kilometre-long tunnels and it was the Your guide will take you through the hallways,
UNESCO in 1994. Upon arrival board the
base for the Viet Cong during the Vietnam temples and tombs that were modelled after deluxe Junk Boat where you will enjoy a
War. After lunch, return to Ho Chi Minh City, Beijing’s Forbidden City. welcome drink and freshly caught seafood
the war theme continues with photo stop at Afterwards transfer to Toa Kham boat station lunch whilst sailing out of the bay passing
the Independence Palace and visit to the War to embark boat for cruise along the poetic amazing shaped mountains. You will also
Remnant Museum and wandering around Cho Perfume River (1 hour), admire the landscape visit some magical grottoes and relax in the
Ben Thanh Markets. and enjoy the sunset over the river. best scenic beauty Vietnam has to offer.
You could also do kayaking or local boat
Day 3 Ho Chi Minh City Hoi An Day 6 Hue Hanoi Meal: B/L/D rowing (own expense), attend a morning
Meal: B/L After breakfast, visit “Khai Dinh King’s Tomb” – a Tai chi class & Cooking demonstration,
Transfer to the airport for our flight to blend of Western and Eastern architecture and Squid Fishing, or a movie show. Overnight
Da Nang. Upon arrival, we visit the Cham “Minh Mang King’s Tomb” – among the finest is on the cruise.
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Vietnam Panorama
S A PA ( 2 N )
HANOI (4N)
Day 12 Sapa Sunday Bac Ha FairSapa
H A LO N G ( 1 N ) Meal: B/L
After breakfast we drive to the ethnic markets
- the Sunday Bac Ha Fair, where you will enjoy
watching 6 different minority peoples (Flower
H'mong, Black Dzao, Tay, Dzay, Ha Nhi and
Nung) in their traditional colourful costumes,
gathering to buy and sell their homemade
HUE (1N)
products including vegetable, bamboo shoot,
mushroom, medicinal herbs and souvenirs etc in
HOI AN (2N) the festive market. This is the weekly chance for
the minorities to meet and share joy and sorrows
after the crops. Complete your action-packed
itinerary by hopping on a traditional Vietnamese
VIETNAM boat for a ride down the snaking path of the Chay
River before your return to Sapa.
HCMC (2N)
Day 13 Sapa Lao ChaiHanoi
Meal: B/L
Drive to Lao Chai, a village of Black H’mong
ethnic people, where we will discover their
Day 9 Ha Long Bay Hanoi Meal: B/L to Sapa Town for breakfast at local restaurant.
daily life and how they make their traditional
This morning start with optional early clothes, handicraft, indigo... We will visit the
morning Tai Chi class then continue our visit We begin the day with a 3km trek through biggest valley which offers the best views of the
to some of the caves or a pearl farm in Ha breath-taking landscape to the village of Suoi Ho, golden rice terrace field in Vietnam. Afterwards
Long Bay. After early lunch served on board, home to H’mong minority. From here you can we walk to Ta Van, a village of Giay people. It
you are transferred back to Hanoi with cruise enjoy views over endless rice terraces; follow the is a small group of ethnic people, which still
shuttle bus. You stay 1 night in Hanoi. buffalo trails to visit the hospitable villages of the preserve a rich and traditional culture. We will
Black Hmong minority people in Ma Tra village. enjoy the lunch with a local family in one of the
Day 10 Hanoi Lao Cai Meal: B On the way, you will come across the impressive beautiful traditional houses located on their
Today is at leisure. Late checkout till 6pm ruins of a church dating back to the French rice paddy fields. After lunch, we will return to
occupation in the early 1900s. Picnic lunch will Hanoi with 6 hours driving (by driver only).
before transferred to Hanoi Train Station for Overnight in Hanoi.
your overnight train (sleeper cabin) departs be served on the way before arriving at Ta Phin
at 21:35 to Lao Cai, located in the mountains village to visit Red Dao people. The Red Dao is
known for their expertise in herbal medicine, and
Day 14 Hanoi Australia Meal: B
of Vietnam near the Chinese border. This morning is at leisure followed by a transfer to
Overnight on train. use plants from the land to treat many illnesses.
the airport for your overnight flight to Australia.
The tour highlights the unmixed cultural life of
Day 11 Saturday)Lao Cai Sapa Black H’mong and Red Dao minorities, which are
Day 15 Australia
Meal: B/L/D the 2 largest ethnic groups in the area and enjoy
Arrive in Australia this morning.
We arrive around (05:35) in Lao Cai. Meet and transfer walking among the loc.
Vietnam Panorama Dates & Prices
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Full package with international airfare * This tour is a guaranteed departure based on a minimum of 2 people. Full
departing from Sydney / Melbourne / Brisbane# package prices above include airport taxes and fuel surcharges.
Start End
/ Adelaide# / Perth#
Tour code HCMC Hanoi
Wednesday Tuesday * Please refer to Page 14 for Tour Inclusions and Extending Your Holiday details.
Vietnam Air Cathay Pacific Singapore Air
* Triple share on Ha Long cruise not available, a single cabin with surcharge of $180
VP200311 11-Mar-20 24-Mar-20 $3,780 $3,980 $4,080 can be arranged.
VP200325 25-Mar-20 7-Apr-20 $3,780 $3,980 $4,080 * Land only price: Tour starts from Arrival transfer in HCMC (Saigon) to Departure
transfer in Hanoi, including domestic Saigon - Da Nang; Hue - Hanoi air tickets
VP200408 08-Apr-20 21-Apr-20 $3,780 $3,980 $4,080 & taxes but excluding any International air tickets.
VP200422 22-Apr-20 5-May-20 $3,550 $3,750 $3,850
* Hanoi - Lao Cai Livitrains Express 4 sharing cabin included. You could purchase
VP200513 13-May-20 26-May-20 $3,550 $3,750 $3,850 $45 per berth for your exclusive use of the cabin. Subject to availability.
VP200610 10-Jun-20 23-Jun-20 $3,550 $3,750 $3,850
*Vietnam arrival single entry visa fee included.
VP200708 08-Jul-20 21-Jul-20 $3,680 $3,880 $3,980
* Package prices of Vietnam Airlines are for departures from Sydney or Melbourne
VP200812 12-Aug-20 25-Aug-20 $3,550 $3,750 $3,850 only. Those depart from Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra or Hobart will fly Virgin to
connect Vietnam Airlines with surcharge of $150 pp.
VP200909 09-Sep-20 22-Sep-20 $3,680 $3,880 $3,980
# Package prices of Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific are for departures from
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth. Any cost including hotel or
VP200930 30-Sep-20 13-Oct-20 $3,780 $3,980 $4,080 meals incurred due to the connecting flight in Hong Kong or Singapore will be at
your own expenses.
VP201014 14-Oct-20 27-Oct-20 $3,780 $3,980 $4,080
Package prices of Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific are for departures from Sydney,
VP201028 28-Oct-20 10-Nov-20 $3,780 $3,980 $4,080 Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth. Any cost including hotel or meals incurred
due to the connecting flight in Hong Kong or Singapore will be at your own expenses.
VP201111 11-Nov-20 24-Nov-20 $3,780 $3,980 $4,080
Hotels used for this tour:4* Saigon Lotus Central Hotel; 4* Hoi An TTC Premium
VP201125 25-Nov-20 8-Dec-20 $3,880 $4,080 $4,180 Hotel; 4* Hue Eldora Hotel; 4* Ha Long Bay Renea Cruise; 4* Hanoi Rex Hotel; 4
sharing Hanoi - Lao Cai Livitrains; Sapa Legend Hotel or similar.
VP201223 23-Dec-20 5-Jan-21 $4,260 $4,460 $4,560
Pre / Post Stay Hotel: $148 (HCMC) / $138 (Hanoi) - per room per night with
Land only: $3150 Single supplement: $790 breakfast
VIETNAM, LAOS & CAMBODIA I 75The Best of Cambodia & Vietnam
16 day tour to Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, HCMC, Da Nang, Hoi An, Ha Long
Bay Cruise & Hanoi
Day 1 Australia Siem Reap Day 4 Siem Reap Phnom Penh Meal: B
Then explore the UNESCO Fly from Australia to Siem Reap. Upon arrival Visit Banteay Kdei, royal pool of Sras Srang
heritage of Angkor Wat and Siem Reap International Airport, met & greeted and the overgrown Temple of Ta Prohm.
by our professional guide who will introduce Unlike most of the temples of Angkor, Ta
the unique floating village you briefly history, culture and various aspects Prohm has been largely left to the clutches of
on the Tonle Sap Lake, etc. in of Cambodia; then transfer to hotel for check-in. the living jungle which shows the dynamic
Siem Reap, followed by visit to Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap. interaction between nature and man-made
art. After lunch (at your own expenses), you
Phnom Penh, the largest city are transferred to Siem Reap international
in Cambodia….Then discover Day 2 Siem Reap Meal: B/L/D
Morning transfer to South Gate of Angkor Thom, airport for your flight to Phnom Penh. Upon
the historic cities, verdant visit Bayon Temple located at the centre of arrival you will be welcomed by local guide
and transfer to hotel for check in. Overnight at
agriculture, and glittering bays Angkor Thom City. It is known for the 216 giant
mysterious faces carve on the 54 towers, each hotel in Phnom Penh.
of Vietnam and be captivated
posing a differing mysterious smile, keeping
by the warmth of the people watch of each compass point. After lunch, visit Day 5 Phnom Penh Meal: B/D
you meet. Uncover the youthful one of the most popular temples of the Angkor In the morning visit the Royal Palace - Silver
Complex Angkor Wat Temple and surrounding Pagoda, home to the Cambodian royal
excitement of Saigon, learn family and a symbol of the nation. Seeing
sites. This is the largest temple complex in the
about the Cu Chi tunnels, shop world, a marvel of art and architecture of both the Napoleon III Pavilion made from iron,
at the living museum city of Hoi Hindu and Buddhist. Enjoy the sunset view a gift from the French emperor in the 19th
century and continue to the Silver Pagoda,
An; float across Ha Long Bay on from the top of Pre Rup-temple. Dinner with
Apsara dancing show served at local restaurant. named after the 5000 silver tiles covering
boat and enjoy the pedicab ride Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap. the floor, each weighing 1kg. Then visit
in Hanoi. the National Museum, home to the world's
finest collection of sculpture from the
Day 3 Siem Reap Meal: B/L
This morning visit Kbal Spean, 1000 Lingas
River and its waterfall; which is well known
with its spectacularly carved riverbed, set deep
in the jungle to the northeast of Angkor. Next
stop at Banteay Srei, the temple made of pink
sandstone and it is one of the smallest temple
you can visit but one of the most beautiful as
well. Built in 967 AD by a guru to Jayavarman
V, it showcases the most exquisite, deep and
complex carvings in all Khmer architecture.
As well the carvings and bas relief are in a
perfect condition although being here for
more than millenary. After lunch, continue
to visit the Phnom Krom village and Tonle
Sap Lake. Along the way visit the Lotus farm;
followed by the floating village on Tonle Sap
Lake by boat. Cambodia’s Great Lake is one
of the geographical wonders of the world.
Its extraordinary biodiversity and hydrology
make it an ecological wonder of the world.
76 I CBT HolidaysThe Best of Cambodia & Vietnam
HANOI (3N)
H A LO N G ( 1 N )
DA NANG
HOI AN (3N)
CAMBODIA
SIEM REAP (3N)
VIETNAM
PHNOM PENH(2N)
HCMC (2N)
Angkor period. Afternoon visit the Genocide Day 8 Ho Chi Minh City Hoi An
Museum “Tuol Sleng”, which is a former Meal: B/L
high school used as the notorious Security Transfer to the airport for our flight to
Prison 21 (S-21) and learn about Cambodia’s Da Nang. Upon arrival, we visit the Cham
tumultuous past before going to the Killing Sculpture Museum, which boasts the finest
Field “Cheoung Ek”. Stop at Russian Market collection of Cham sandstone sculptures in
for a quick shopping for local handicraft the world and Marble Mountain. Continue to
products. Hoi An, the most charming town in Vietnam.
Evening enjoy 1 hour sunset on Mekong Lake. Here we stay 3 nights.
Dinner served at local restaurant.
Overnight at hotel in Phnom Penh. Day 9 Hoi An Meal: B/L
Today your guide will show you the ancient
Day 6 Phnom Penh HCMC Meal: B town. Hoi An, is so called a ‘Living Museum
This morning is at leisure until in time transfer City’ because of its well-kept original historical
to Phnom Penh international airport for your buildings and ancient backstreets. Visit one
flight to HCMC, formerly called Saigon, the of the three city’s oldest homes, each built
economic and cultural centre of Vietnam. over 200 years ago and still occupied by
Overnight in HCMC. descendants of the families that originally built
them. We then tour to the Chinese Assembly
Day 7 Ho Chi Minh City Meal: B/L Hall, followed by a one hour cruise along the
This morning, we head to Cu Chi, 70km river. Later on we visit to the unique Japanese
north of Saigon, which is famous for its Bridge; afterwards we take one hour cruise
200-kilometre-long tunnels and it was the along Thu the Bon River. Lunch is served at a
base for the Viet Cong during the Vietnam local restaurant by the river.
War. After lunch, return to Ho Chi Minh City,
the war theme continues with photo stop Day 10 Hoi An
at the Independence Palace and visit to Today is at leisure to explore more of Hoi
the War Remnant Museum and wandering An at your own pace, possibly to do some
around Cho Ben Thanh Markets. shopping, get some tailor-made clothes, walk
around the charming town or join one of our
optional tours.
VIETNAM, LAOS & CAMBODIA I 77The Best of Cambodia & Vietnam
Day 11 Hoi An Da Nang Hanoi the 1 hour cyclo tour around the old quarter
Meal: B/D before get back to your hotel.
After breakfast, transfer to Da Nang airport
for your flight to Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital city Day 13 Ha Long Bay Cruise
which boasts tree-lined streets and centuries- Meal: B/L/D
old temples. Transfer to your hotel. This morning we depart from Ha Noi and travel
by road with cruise shuttle bus through the Red
Day 12 Hanoi Meal: B/L River Delta to the beautiful Ha Long Bay. The
We visit Tran Quoc pagoda, a Buddhist scenic drive will pass through rural landscapes
temple set on a West Lake peninsula; then before arriving at this World Heritage site,
continue to the Ho Chi Minh complex and recognised by UNESCO in 1994. Upon arrival
the One Pillar Pagoda. Explore Confucian board the deluxe Junk Boat where you will
heritage at the 11th-century Temple of enjoy a welcome drink and freshly caught
Literature, where you’ll find a prime example seafood lunch whilst sailing out of the bay
of traditional Vietnamese architecture, passing amazing shaped mountains. You will
and the site of Vietnam’s first university. also visit some magical grottoes and relax in
Afternoon, pay a visit to the Hoa Lo Prison, the best scenic beauty Vietnam has to offer. You
nicknamed Hanoi Hilton by American pilots could also do kayaking or local boat rowing
during the Vietnam War. This notorious prison (own expense), attend a morning Tai chi class
was used by French Colonists for political & Cooking demonstration, Squid Fishing, or a
prisoners until the mid-1950s. Your expert movie show. Overnight is on the cruise.
guide will share stories and history as you
tour the grounds. After that, visit Vietnam Day 14 Ha Long Bay Hanoi
Museum of Ethnology to learn about the 54 Meal: B/L
cultural groups living in Vietnam. Then take This morning star t with optional early
morning Tai Chi class then continue our visit
to some of the caves or a pearl farm in Ha
Long Bay. After early lunch served on board,
you are transferred back to Hanoi with cruise
shuttle bus. You stay 1 night in Hanoi.
Day 15 Hanoi Australia Meal: B
This morning is at leisure followed by a
transfer to the airport for your overnight
flight to Australia.
Day 16 Australia
Arrive in Australia this morning.
The Best of Cambodia & Vietnam Dates & Prices
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Full package with international airfare departing
Start End from Sydney / Melbourne / Brisbane# / * This tour is a guaranteed departure based on a minimum of 2 people. Full
Tour code Siem Reap Hanoi Adelaide# / Perth# package prices above include airport taxes and fuel surcharges.
Friday Friday
Vietnam Air Cathay Pacific Singapore Air
* Please refer to Page 14 for Tour Inclusions and Extending Your Holiday details.
BV191018 18-Oct-19 1-Nov-19 $3,880 $4,180 $4,280
BV191101 1-Nov-19 15-Nov-19 $3,950 $4,250 $4,350 * Land only price: Tour starts from Arrival transfer in Siem Reap to Departure
BV191115 15-Nov-19 29-Nov-19 $3,950 $4,250 $4,350 transfer in Hanoi, including domestic Siem Reap - Phnom Penh; Saigon - Da
BV191129 29-Nov-19 13-Dec-19 $3,950 $4,250 $4,350 Nang - Hanoi air tickets & taxes but excluding any international air tickets.
BV200117 17-Jan-20 31-Jan-20 $3,950 $4,250 $4,350
BV200207 7-Feb-20 21-Feb-20 $3,950 $4,250 $4,350 * Vietnam arrival single entry visa fee included. Cambodia visa could be obtained
upon arrival.
BV200221 21-Feb-20 6-Mar-20 $3,950 $4,250 $4,350
BV200306 6-Mar-20 20-Mar-20 $3,950 $4,250 $4,350 * Package prices of Vietnam Airlines are for departures from Sydney or Melbourne
BV200320 20-Mar-20 3-Apr-20 $3,950 $4,250 $4,350 only. Those depart from Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra or Hobart will fly Virgin to
BV200403 3-Apr-20 17-Apr-20 $3,680 $3,980 $4,080 connect Vietnam Airlines with surcharge of $150 pp.
BV200417 17-Apr-20 1-May-20 $3,680 $3,980 $4,080
BV200508 8-May-20 22-May-20 $3,680 $3,980 $4,080 # Package prices of Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific are for departures from
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth. Any cost including hotel or
BV200605 5-Jun-20 19-Jun-20 $3,680 $3,980 $4,080 meals incurred due to the connecting flight in Hong Kong or Singapore will be at
BV200703 3-Jul-20 17-Jul-20 $3,780 $4,080 $4,180 your own expenses.
BV200807 7-Aug-20 21-Aug-20 $3,680 $3,980 $4,080
BV200904 4-Sep-20 18-Sep-20 $3,680 $3,980 $4,080 Stopover in Singapore permitted if flying with Singapore Airlines; One stopover in
Hong Kong permitted if flying with Cathay Pacific. Extra airport taxes apply. Land
BV200925 25-Sep-20 9-Oct-20 $3,950 $4,250 $4,350 arrangement in Singapore or Hong Kong can be arranged at additional cost.
BV201009 9-Oct-20 23-Oct-20 $3,950 $4,250 $4,350
BV201023 23-Oct-20 6-Nov-20 $3,950 $4,250 $4,350 Hotels used for this tour: 4* Siem Reap Lotus Blanc Hotel & Resort; 4* Phnom
BV201106 6-Nov-20 20-Nov-20 $3,950 $4,250 $4,350 Penh Juliana Hotel; 4* Saigon Lotus Central Hotel; 4* Hoi An TTC Premium Hotel;
4* Ha Long Bay Renea Cruise; 4* Hanoi Rex Hotel or similar.
BV201120 20-Nov-20 4-Dec-20 $3,950 $4,250 $4,350
BV201218 18-Dec-20 1-Jan-21 $4,550 $4,850 $4,950
Pre / Post Stay Hotel: $145 (Siem Reap) / $138 (Hanoi) - per room per night with breakfast
Land only: $3350 Single supplement: $990
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www.CBTHolidays.com.au I 79Luang Prabang Delights
Day 1: Arrival Luang Prabang Kuang Si Waterfall. Enjoy a picnic lunch right next the falls.
Upon arrival Luang Prabang, you will be met by our After lunch, we visit the Laos Buffalo Farm, a social enterprise.
representative and transferred to hotel. Get up close to the friendly buffalos and help to caretaker
Overnight at 4* Maison Dalabua Hotel or similar for 3 nights. to wash and to feed the calves. Finish the tour with a tasting
platter of different Buffalo-milk cheeses, coffee and delicious
Day 2: Luang Prabang – Tak Bat - City tour & Mekong homemade ice-cream at the café. Return to Luang Prabang
Cruise to the Pak Ou Caves Meal: B/D by late afternoon.
An early morning start at 5.30am (Optional) to witness and
partake daily morning ritual of ‘Tak Bat’ or giving alms to the Day 4: Luang Prabang departure Meal: B
monks. We can also visit the local fresh market to see how the Free time until in time transferred to the airport for your flight exit.
locals shop, before returning to your hotel for breakfast. After
breakfast, we visit the quaint Royal Palace Museum, which
gives a good overview of the local history; then followed by a
visit to the country’s most historic and enchanting temple Wat
Xiengthong. We then take a boat cruise up the Mekong River Price: $1050 per person
to the mysterious caves of Pak Ou, two caves set in a limestone
cliff facing the Mekong River crammed with thousands Buddha Inclusions:
statues of various shapes and sizes. Return Luang Prabang by Twin share at 4* hotel for 3 nights; fully inclusive tour with
boat, stopping at weaving and textile villages on the way back. English speaking guide, entrance fees and meals as per
Late afternoon, visit Wat Visoun and you have the option to itinerary.
climb Mount Phousi, which offers a spectacular view over Luang
Prabang and the Mekong River. Tonight dinner served at hotel. Exclusions:
Any air tickets; personal expenses, visa fees, insurance, tipping
Day 3: Luang Prabang – Picnic Lunch at Kuang Si and etc.
Buffalo farm Meal:B/L Remarks:
After breakfast, we drive out of the town to the beautiful Minimum of 2 participants requested for guaranteed departure.
80 I CBT HolidaysIndochina Mini Pack
Vientiane Delights
Day 1: Arrival Vientiane Price: $595 per person
Upon arrival Vientaine, you will be met by our representative
and transferred to hotel. Inclusions:
Overnight at 4* Ansara Hotel or similar for 2 nights. Twin share at 4* hotel for 2 nights; fully inclusive tour with
English speaking guide, entrance fees and meals as per
Day 2: Vientiane – city tour and Buddha Park Meal: B/D itinerary.
In the morning explore the main attractions of the capital, Exclusions:
including Wat Sisaket, Wat Prakeo, Patuxai, That Luang and the Any air tickets; personal expenses, visa fees, insurance, tipping
COPE exhibition centre. In the afternoon we visit the quirky etc.
Buddha Park, an enchanting collection of Buddhist and Hindu
sculptures on the banks of the Mekong River. Upon returning Remarks:
to Vientiane we have the optional of stopping at the Lao Minimum of 2 participants requested for guaranteed departure.
Disabled Women’s Centre, which provides valuable training
and schooling for disabled women in Laos. We continue back
to town, where a spectacular view of the Mekong River at
sunset is a perfect way to finish the day. Return to hotel and
dinner served at hotel.
Day 3: Vientiane departure Meal: B
Free time until in time transferred to the airport for your flight
exit.
VIETNAM, LAOS & CAMBODIA I 81Laos Highlights
8 day tour to Vientiane, Phonsavan & Luang Prabang
Day 1 Arrival Vientiane enjoy the panoramic sceneries and possibly a up close to the friendly buffalos and help to
Upon arrival Vientaine, you will be met by beautiful sunset! Dinner served at hotel. caretaker to wash and to feed the calves. Finish
our representative and transferred to hotel. the tour with a tasting platter of different
Overnight at 4* Ansara Hotel or similar for Day 5 Phonsavan – Luang Prabang by Buffalo-milk cheeses, coffee and delicious
2 nights. road Meal: B/D homemade ice-cream at the café. Return to
Luang Prabang by late afternoon.
We start early this morning to visit the interesting
Day 2 Vientiane – city tour and Buddha Park Central Market, then drive to ancient provincial
Meal: B/D capital town of Muang Khoun, where you can Day 8 Luang Prabang departure Meal: B
In the morning explore the main attractions of explore the ruins of a number of ancient pagodas Free time until in time transferred to the airport
the capital, including Wat Sisaket, Wat Prakeo, in the Lanna style and Wat Phiawat, a ruined temple for your flight exit.
Patuxai, That Luang and the COPE exhibition containing a huge sitting Buddha. We then begin
centre. In the afternoon we visit the quirky our scenic drive to Luang Prabang. En route we
Buddha Park, an enchanting collection of stop and visit Ban Somboun, a Hmong village. In
Buddhist and Hindu sculptures on the banks of the afternoon, we stop to visit Ban KiuKharmPom, Price:$2650 per person
the Mekong River. Upon returning to Vientiane a friendly Khmu village and Ban Nam Ming, which Single supplement: $750
we have the optional of stopping at the Lao offers nice views from its bridge and an opportunity
Disabled Women’s Centre, which provides to stretch your legs. We arrive in Luang Prabang by Inclusions:
valuable training and schooling for disabled early evening. check in at Luang Prabang 4* Maison Twin share at 3-4* hotel total 7 nights; fully
women in Laos. We continue back to town, Dalabua Hotel or similar for 3 nights. inclusive tour with English speaking guide,
where a spectacular view of the Mekong River entrance fees and meals as per itinerary,
at sunset is a perfect way to finish the day. Day 6 Luang Prabang – Tak Bat - City tour domestic flight Vientiane - Phonsavan.
Return to hotel and dinner served at hotel. & Mekong Cruise to the Pak Ou Caves
Meal: B/D Exclusions:
Day 3 Vientiane - Phonsavan Meal: B An early morning start at 5.30am (Optional) Any international air tickets; personal expenses,
Free time until in time transferred to the to witness and partake daily morning ritual of visa fees, insurance, tipping etc.
airport for your flight to Phonsavanh. On ‘Tak Bat’ or giving alms to the monks. We can
arrival you will be met by our guide and also visit the local fresh market to see how the Remarks:
driver transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the rest locals shop, before returning to your hotel for Minimum of 2 participants requested for
of the day is free at leisure. Overnight in breakfast. After breakfast, we visit the quaint guaranteed departure.
Phonsavan at 3* Vansan Plain of jar (local Royal Palace Museum, which gives a good
best) for 2 nights. overview of the local history; then followed
by a visit to the country’s most historic and
Day 4 Phonsavan – Plain of Jars tour enchanting temple Wat Xiengthong. We
Meal: B/D then take a boat cruise up the Mekong River
This morning we visit the Mines Action Group to the mysterious caves of Pak Ou, two caves
(or MAG) office to learn about the important set in a limestone cliff facing the Mekong
work they do in clearing land mines and River crammed with thousands Buddha
unexploded ordnance in the area. We then statues of various shapes and sizes. Return
drive out to visit some of the famous Plain Luang Prabang by boat, stopping at weaving
of Jars Sites, starting at the picturesque Jar and textile villages on the way back. Late-
Site 2 and Jar Site 3, consisting over around afternoon, visit Wat Visoun and you have the
150 jars located on top of a hill, offering option to climb Mount Phousi, which offers a
great views. In the afternoon, we visit Jar spectacular view over Luang Prabang and the
Site 1, the largest site, containing over 300 Mekong River. Tonight dinner served at hotel.
jars. At 16:00, we will pay a visit to the Lone
Buffalo Foundation (closed on weeklands & Day 7 Luang Prabang – Picnic Lunch at
school holidays), a community project where Kuang Si and Buffalo farm Meal: B/L
western and Lao teachers are passionate to After breakfast, we drive out of the town to
improve opportunities for the local children the beautiful Kuang Si Waterfall. Enjoy a picnic
through Education and Sport. Afterwards, lunch right next the falls. After lunch, we visit
we transfer to the PhouXang Viewpoint, to the Laos Buffalo Farm, a social enterprise. Get
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