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Vietnam Unplugged
Trip Valid:
01/01/2008 to 31/12/2008
Duration:
15 days (Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi)
Highlights:
Soak up the energy of Ho Chi Minh City, Relax on Nha Trang's beaches, Stroll the atmospheric streets of Hoi An, Count the cyclos in Hue, Cruise Halong Bay, Stay on Cat Ba Island, Experience the French air of Hanoi
Trip Code:
VRN
Guarantee:
Departure is guaranteed
Group Size:
Minimum 1, Maximum 16
Price:
USD $645
*(plus local payment USD $200)
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Extras:
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Join Intrepid and trace the eastern coastline of this amazing country, from south to north, unplugging the many attractions along the way. From the modern chaos of Ho Chi Minh City all the way to old-world Hanoi, you'll experience tumultuous history, colonial charm, vibrant colours and inspiring scenery on this fun-filled adventure.
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meals included:
1 Lunch
transport: Train, boat, cyclo, bus, walking
accommodation: Hotels (11 nts), overnight trains (3 nts)
budget: Allow USD $230 for meals not included.
departs: Every Tue, Fri & Sun
Days 1-3 Ho Chi Minh City
Museums, markets and millions of motorcycles clutter the streets of Ho Chi Minh City. See Saigon's' star attractions on a walking tour past the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral and the War Remnants Museum before stocking up for the train trip ahead.
Days 4-5 Nha Trang
Get a tan on Nha Trang's golden beaches, take a boat trip to nearby islands or sample sumptuous seafood. For an artistic interlude, head to the Long Tranh Gallery, which showcases a collection of extraordinary black-and-white images capturing everyday Vietnamese moments.
Days 6-8 Hoi An
Almost untouched by time, Hoi An has heaps of ancient homes, shops and temples to explore. Wander through the atmospheric Phung Hung Old House or check out the carp-shaped rain spouts on the Quang Cong Temple roof.
Days 9-11 Hue
As well as an array of ancient imperial ruins, Hue has some other claims to fame: it's the birthplace of degustation-style Vietnamese cuisine, centre of Vietnamese Buddhism and boasts the country's greatest cyclo-to-person ratio.
Day 12 Hanoi
Spend your stash of dong at some of the eclectic shops along Hang Gai, check out the cornucopia of stalls in the historic Dong Xuan Market or watch a traditional show at the Municipal Water Puppet Theatre.
Day 13 Halong Bay/ Cat Ba Island
Enjoy the day's catch while cruising past spectacular limestone caves and karsts, rising out of the clear, emerald sea. Spend a night on jungle-covered Cat Ba Island, and maybe take a morning dip if the water's warm enough.
Days 14-15 Hanoi
There's time for a final bia hoi back in the capital.
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