Angkor to the BayFrom ZAR37 710 - 18 Days, Fully Inclusive From South AfricaThe immense scale and mystery of the temples at Angkor Wat complement the peace and serenity of an overnight stay on Halong Bay in the Gulf of Tonkin on this two country visit to Cambodia and Vietnam. Commencing in Siem Reap, Cambodia, we have a unique opportunity to visit the vast network of temples at Angkor before flying to Phnom Penh, the capital of modern day Cambodia, before continuing our journey to Vietnam and the city of Ho Chi Minh (Saigon). Our time in Saigon is spent visiting the Mekong Delta and the many sites around the city of Saigon itself. Flying to Danang, the jumping off point for Hoi An and China Beach, we have time to visit this historical area before travelling by road to the ancient ‘Imperial Capital’ of Hue. Another flight brings us to Hanoi, the capital of modern day Vietnam and an enchanting colonial city sometimes referred to as the ‘Paris of the Orient’. It is from Hanoi that we travel to the Gulf of Tonkin and the World Heritage listed Halong Bay where we stay overnight on board our converted Junk boats. TOUR ITINERARYDAYS 1-2: Fly overnight with Singapore Airlines to Siem Reap for a three-night stay. DAY 3: SIEM REAP Drive to the fortified city of DAY 4: SIEM REAP Today we visit Banteay Srei, Sreah Srang, Banteay Kdei, Prasat Kravan, Ta Keo and Ta Prohm. Later this afternoon we climb to the summit of Pre Rup to enjoy the spectacular view of the surrounding landscape and watch the sunset. DAY 5: SIEM REAP TO Fly to DAY 6: Bid farewell to DAY 7: Enjoy a city tour today. Learn more about the Vietnam War with a visit to the DAY 8: SAIGON - Visit the Mekong Delta, the heart of DAY 9: SAIGON - CU CHI & Today we explore the amazing network of the Cu Chi Tunnels led by a Cu Chi War Veteran who lived in the tunnels for years. We then continue to Tay Ninh to experience the midday service at the head temple of the unique Cao Dai religion. DAY 10: Fly to Danang where we visit the DAY 11: HOI AN Enjoy a walking tour of Hoi An. Visit an old merchant’s home, the DAY 12: HOI AN TO Drive over the scenic Hai Van Pass to DAY 13: This morning we visit the UNESCO World Heritage listed Royal Tombs of Tu Duc and Khai Dinh. Fly to DAY 14: Travel to DAY 15: Continue cruising this morning. After brunch onboard, we drive back to DAY 16: Visit Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum (closed Sep- Dec), One Pillar Pagoda, Humble House on Stilts and the Note: (Australian & New Zealand tour members will depart tonight). An additional overnight has been included for South African passengers due to flight schedules. Dinner is not included. DAYS 17-18: Enjoy the morning at leisure before we transfer to the airport to board our overnight flight to |
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