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TIMELESSVIETNAMVIETNAMFR$2,299 HIGHLIGHTSFR$1,715Hanoi Ho Chi Minh City 13 DAYS Ho Chi Minh City Hanoi10 DAYSBridge Pagoda, Hoi AnHighlights• Experience authentic Vietnam, meeting ethnic hilltribe villagers• Cruise the turquoise waters of Halong Bay in a traditional junk boat• Step back into a turbulent history at the legendary Cu Chi TunnelsHighlights• Explore cosmopolitan Ho Chi Minh and gain insight into local history• Enjoy Nha Trang beach and design custom-made clothes in Hoi An• Explore rural Asia on a bike ride and tuck into local Vietnamese foodSOUTH EAST ASIADAY0102-0304-0506-0708-1011-13ITINERARYHanoiArrive at any time and take your transfer to Hanoi city (included). Theday’s yours to spend exploring Vietnam’s northern capital.Hanoi / Mai ChauEnjoy breakfast at a local not-for-profit restaurant before headingto Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum. Travel to the lush Mai Chau Valley toyour comfortable lodge where you can do a walking tour of the ethnicvillages, cycling, rock climbing, kayaking or a cooking class. (2B)Hanoi / Halong BayReturn to Hanoi to explore Hoa Lo Prison (Hanoi Hilton) with a localguide. Transfer to Halong Bay on Day 5 where sculpted limestoneislands rise from calm waters. Explore the caves, kayak or hike upone of the islands, and spend the night on a junk boat. (2B, L, D)Hanoi / HueSpend a chilled morning on the bay before heading back to Hanoi fora flight to Hue. On Day 7, check out the walled Citadel containing theformer Imperial Palace then head to the countryside to see the finalresting place of former emperors and impressive royal tombs. (2B, L)Hoi AnTake a scenic drive to ancient Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.Here, enjoy a walking tour and a local cooking lesson. Ensure you seeMy Son ruins or visit a local tailors for a keenly-priced suit. (3B, L)Ho Chi Minh CityFly to HCMC. Enjoy a cyclo tour and visit the local markets and shops.Day 12, visit the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels, famous for their part inthe Vietnam War. Your tour ends after breakfast on Day 13. (3B, D)DAY0102-0304-0506-0708-10ITINERARYHo Chi Minh CityFormerly known as Saigon, cosmopolitan Ho Chi Minh City is adynamic and progressive city with loads of things to experience.Enjoy your first night out with your crew trying delicious Vietnamesespecialities and exploring the wealth of bustling nightlife.Ho Chi Minh City / Nha TrangTake a morning sightseeing tour of Ho Chi Minh City’s sights beforecatching a flight up to the beach paradise of Nha Trang. Get outamongst the islands on an optional cruise or do your own thing. (2B)Nha Trang / Hoi AnAfter a short flight to Da Nang this morning, you’ll then drive toHoi An and absorb its blend of foreign influences. Check out theOld Quarter, spy the 400 year-old Japanese bridge and peruse theChinese temples. Choose to head out to a tailor for bespoke clothes,or pick up some local culinary skills with a cooking class. (2B)Hoi An / Hue / HanoiTake a cyclo ride to the Imperial Citadel in Hue, then visit the iconicThien Mu Pagoda. On Day 7, take a short flight to Hanoi. Check outthe maze of backstreets in the Old Quarter and hang out with thelocals at a simple bia hoi (draught beer) sidewalk bar. (2B)Hanoi / Halong Bay / HanoiToday, you’ll drive to Halong Bay for an overnight cruise on aChinese-style junk boat. Enjoy a sumptuous seafood dinner and anight of chatting under the stars. On Day 9, return to Hanoi andspend your last evening tucking into some delicious Vietnamesetreats. Your trip ends after breakfast on Day 10. (3B, 2L, D)InclusionsTrip Style: Comfort Service Level: UpgradedPhysical Grading: 2 Age Group: Any ageAccommodation: Comfort hotels (10 nts), junkboat (1 nt), lodge (1 nt) Transport: Bus, boat,cyclo, plane Meals: 12 breakfasts, 3 lunches,2 dinners Budget: Allow USD $275-350for meals not included Group Leader: ChiefExperience Officer (CEO), local guides GroupSize: Max 16, Avg 10 Tour Code: GAAVHCMy Own Room Available: Fr $1,149Departures 2015Jan-DecSelected Sundays, typically 1-3departures per monthVIETNAMHalong BayMai Chau HanoiLAOSHue Hoi AnTHAILANDCAMBODIA Nha TrangHo Chi Minh CityInclusionsTrip Style: In-Depth Explorer Age Group:Exclusively for 18-35s Accommodation: 3star hotels (8 nts), junk boat (1 nt) Meals: 9breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner Transport:Plane, private coach, junk boat Group Size: Max30 Tour Leader: Trip Manager, local Englishspeakingguides Tour Code: COVIHIDepartures 2015/1616JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJan19 02 02 06 04 01 13 10 07 09 07 0426 09 09 13 11 08 27 17 21 16 14 1116 16 20 18 15 24 23 2123 23 27 25 29 30 2830Additional departure dates are available, please ask for details.VIETNAMHanoiLAOSTHAILANDHalong BayHueDa Nang Hoi AnCAMBODIANha TrangHo Chi Minh City(Saigon)89