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A Tale of 3 Cities
10 days/9 nights - Gateway: Hanoi
Standard Tour from: £1035pp
Prices valid to 31 Dec 2008
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| Join us on a journey to three of Asia’s most fascinating cities. This tour begins with a contrasting look at graceful Hanoi and dynamic Saigon, mixed in with a cookery lesson and visits to some of our favourite local restaurants for a unique culinary experience. We visit major places of interest in each city before taking a short flight to Siem Reap, site of the stunning temples of Angkor, and the masterpiece monument, Angkor Wat. |
Day 1: Hanoi
Arrive Hanoi and transfer to your centrally located hotel. This evening meet your tour leader and the rest of your group for welcome drinks and a tour briefing before being introduced to the wonders of Vietnamese cuisine at one of the city’s great local restaurants. |
Day 2-3: Hanoi & Halong Bay
Vietnam’s capital is a graceful, stately city. Experience its interesting history, tree-lined boulevards and faded colonial architecture during our city tour. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Quarter and the intriguing Old Quarter, full of historic houses, busy restaurants, and Chinese temples. In the evening, dine at one of the city’s French-influenced restaurants. We also travel to Halong Bay and cruise past thousands of limestone islands, enjoying a seafood lunch on board.
3 nights in Hanoi at the Sunway Hotel |
Day 4-6: Saigon, Cu Chi & Mekong Delta
This morning we fly to Saigon and begin with an orientation walk, visiting some of the city’s most interesting sites. We then travel to Cholon – the bustling Chinatown district – and one of the city’s busiest markets for a look at the incredible array of vegetables, herbs, spices and tropical fruit. The next morning we enjoy a cooking class with a local chef who will explain more about the wonderful flavours of Vietnamese cuisine. Travel to the amazing Cu Chi Tunnels, then explore the river networks in the luscious Mekong Delta. Finish your stay in Saigon with dinner at one of the city’s best local restaurants.
3 nights in Saigon at the Rex Hotel |
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Day 7-10: The Temples Of Angkor
Take the short flight to Siem Reap, at the doorstep of the remarkable Angkor temple complex. Venture into the centre of the ancient Khmer city with an in-depth exploration of the eerie Bayon towers, and see the world’s largest religious structure, stunning Angkor Wat, at both sunset and sunrise. We take in other temple highlights, including jungle-enveloped Ta Prohm, left as it was found by French explorers more than one hundred years ago. Also visit Banteay Srei – this exquisite temple is a showpiece of delicate and perfectly preserved carvings. On day 10 our journey to three of Asia’s truly great cities ends with your transfer to the airport.
3 nights in Siem Reap at the Day Inn Angkor & Resort |
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10 day tour includes breakfast, 4 lunches and 2 dinners, tour leader, English speaking guide, one domestic flight, flight from Saigon to Siem Reap and transfers if you arrive and depart on day of tour. Prices are per person based on twin share (excluding flights& entrance fees). An average level of fitness is required.
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