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The Great Indochina Loop
Trip Valid:
01/01/2008 to 31/12/2008
Duration:
29 days (ex Bangkok)
Highlights:
Ride a longtail down Bangkok's khlongs, Explore the ancient temples of Chiang Mai, Cruise down the Mekong River, Swim under a waterfall in Luang Prabang, Visit laid-back Vientiane, Soak up the charm of Hanoi, Be enchanted by beautiful Halong Bay, Experience imperial Hue, Channel the spirits of old traders in Hoi An, Tantalise your tastebuds in Ho Chi Minh City, Ponder Phnom Penh's volatile past, See the incredible temples of Angkor
Trip Code:
VSV
Guarantee:
Departure is guaranteed
Group Size:
Minimum 1, Maximum 12
Price:
USD $1850
*(plus local payment USD $400)
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Extras:
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Discover something new and different every day, as we travel from the hidden treasures of Thailand and the laid-back lanes of Laos, to the fabulous vibrance of Vietnam and the engaging charisma of Cambodia, with the lazy meandering waters of the Mekong never too far away. This is your opportunity to experience it all, on an awesome adventure through Indochina.
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meals included:
15 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners
transport: Plane, overnight train, chartered bus, riverboat, cyclo, bicycle
accommodation: Hotels/guesthouses (24 nts), homestay (1 nt), overnight boat (1 nt), overnight trains (2 nts)
budget: Allow USD $400 for meals not included.
departs: Every Wed & Sat, selected Mon
important notes: Some accommodation may be multishare
Days 1-2 Bangkok
Escape the clamour of the capital with a boat ride down the khlongs, then temple-hop or hit the shops.
Day 3 Chiang Mai
Climb the 300 steps up to the mountain temple of Doi Suthep (or take the tram) for fine views out over town. Snap up some traditional food at the night bazaar - kao soy is a local specialty.
Day 4 Chiang Khong
Explore this remote town on the Thailand and Laos border or sit back and soak up the riverside serenity.
Days 5-6 Mekong River
Watch village life pass by and wave at smiling local children while cruising down the beautiful Mekong River. Call in at the Pak Ou caves, home to thousands of carved Buddha images and figurines along the way.
Days 7-8 Luang Prabang
Get acquainted with the country's history and culture with a visit to the Traditional Arts Museum. The spectacular Kuang Si Falls are the perfect place for an afternoon dip.
Days 9-10 Vientiane
This laid-back capital is easily explored on foot, by bicycle or by jumbo, Laos' answer to the tuk tuk.
Day 11 Homestay
Travel through stunning mountain scenery and enjoy a night as a guest in a village home.
Day 12 Ninh Binh
Enter Vietnam and follow the legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail to the friendly town of Ninh Binh. This area is brimming with picture-perfect sights: emerald green paddy fields, water buffaloes, limestone formations and little village hamlets.
Day 13 Halong Bay
Be enchanted by the ethereal beauty of Halong Bay. Wander into a cave, wallow in the water or unwind with a fresh seafood feast on the deck of the cruise boat.
Days 14-16 Hanoi/ Overnight Train
Experience Hanoi's seductive French charm and spend an evening entertained by traditional lacquered water puppets before boarding the Reunification Express to Hue.
Day 17 Hue
Wander the Imperial Citadel, discover the wealth of the former Nguyen Emperors and perhaps pick up a famous 'poem hat'.
Days 18-20 Hoi An
The rich heritage of this port town is evident in the shuttered windows and pitched roofs of the traditional merchant houses. Packed with artisans, tailors and food stalls, this is a great place to engage in some of your own trading.
Days 21-22 Ho Chi Minh City
Browse the Ben Thanh Market for tropical fruit, t-shirts, handicrafts and anything, really - just be sure to bargain.
Days 23-24 Phnom Penh
Learn about Cambodia's violent past at the infamous Killing Fields. Later, appreciate the peace of present-day Phnom Penh with a beer at a bar on breezy Sisowath Quay.
Days 25-27 Siem Reap/ Angkor Wat
The enigmatic, eye-popping ruins of Angkor provide ample photo opportunities. Wander through the temple complex and be sure to catch an amazing sunset over Angkor Wat.
Days 28-29 Bangkok
Slurp up spicy specialties or simply shop some more.
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