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THAILAND & LAOS ADVENTUREBangkok HanoiFR$1,69914 DAYSHighlights• Lose yourself in the mania of Bangkok• Explore Chiang Mai’s night bazaar• Float down the mighty Mekong River• Discover the past in Luang Prabang• Explore the magnificent Pak Ou Caves• Soak up the atmosphere of Vientiane• Get wet under the spray of waterfallsDepartures 2014Jan - DecInclusionsPakbengChiang KhongChiang MaiRegular departures,typically 1-3 times per weekTrip Style: Classic Service Level: StandardPhysical Grading: 2 Age Group: Any ageAccommodation: Hotels (11 nts), sleepertrain (1 nt), village homestay (1 nt) Transport:Train, local bus, air-conditioned bus, riverboat,songthaew, taxi, cyclo, plane Meals: 8breakfasts, 2 dinners Budget: Allow USD$265-350 for meals not included GroupLeader: Chief Experience Officer (CEO), localguides Group Size: Max 15, Avg 12 TourCode: GAATBHMy Own Room Available: Fr $749You might likeVIETNAMHanoiLuangPrabangTHAILANDVang ViengVientianeBangkokStay longer in BangkokSee pages 52-55Stay longer in HanoiSee page 110LAOSFor an experience that’s altogether different from the norm, look no further than thisnortheastern adventure across to Vietnam. You’ll head deep into the lush highlands ofThailand before crossing the border into Laos where you’ll spend a week falling in love witheverything this little landlocked country has to offer. Cruise the mighty Mekong River andwhile away the hours in sleepy traditional towns. Things finish up amongst the kaleidoscopicand sensual highs of Hanoi, where you’ll have two full days of exploration with the group. Aperfect end to a perfect trip.DAY01-020304-0506-0809-101112-1314ITINERARYBangkokArrive into the energetic world of Thailand’s capital city, Bangkok, at any time. On Day 2, set off on alocal exploration by Thai longboat - cruise through the klongs (canals) of Bangkok’s backstreets andsee the city from a different perspective. Stop by Wat Po and check out the huge reclining Buddha ona guided tour. Travel by overnight train to the capital of the north, Chiang Mai. (B)Chiang MaiArriving into Chiang Mai this morning, you’ll soon understand why this northern city has long beena travellers’ favourite. With fantastic street food, a bustling night bazaar, hundreds of temples,beautiful surrounding countryside and an eclectic hilltribe culture, you will never get bored whileexploring this energetic city. Included is a guided visit of the city’s most famous temple, Doi Suthep,which is said to have been founded as early as the 14th Century. Climb the 309 steps to the top andbe rewarded with impressive views back toward Chiang Mai.Chiang Khong / Mekong RiverAfter a five-hour bus ride, arrive in Chiang Khong and relax at your guesthouse overlooking themighty Mekong River. Sit back, relax, sip on a cold beer and enjoy the slow pace of life. On Day 5,begin the journey down the world’s 10th-longest river by slow boat. The Mekong is a hub of activity,from fishing to trade and transport between the villages that line its banks. Watch the world go by.Luang PrabangA beautiful town of historic temples, multi-cultural locals, vibrant markets and textile treasures.Wander the UNESCO Heritage-listed streets. A visit to the legendary Pak Ou Caves filled withhundreds of miniature Buddha sculptures is included as well as a visit to the Kuang Si waterfalls.Dinner is a feast of local produce with a meal cooked by local hosts. (3B, D)Vang ViengA scenic drive through the mountains takes you to picturesque Vang Vieng, situated amongstlimestone karsts, vast rice fields and the Nam Song River. This is an adventure-lover’s nirvana - getyour thrills swimming, tubing or exploring caves. Alternatively, head out into the countryside on abike ride or simply relax by the water with a good book. You will get the opportunity to experience atraditional overnight stay in a local village and a dinner of Laotian food on Day 9. (B, D)VientianeQuiet and relaxed, Vientiane has a wealth of charms - from its eclectic blend of French and Laoarchitecture to the riverside cafés and quiet temples, there’s plenty to keep you busy. The marketsare alive with colour and noise, and you can’t help but be tempted by the vast array of produce andsouvenirs on offer.HanoiA short flight to Hanoi allows you to get ready for a whirlwind of activity and colour. Hanoi offersendless temptations in the shops and markets of the old quarter, relaxing lakeside coffee shops,fascinating museums and unbeatable food. Check out a performance of water puppetry, a traditionthat dates back as far as the 11th Century when villagers would entertain themselves with puppetplay in the flooded rice fields. (2B)HanoiSay your goodbyes to your travelling buddies, as your tour concludes in Hanoi. (B)SOUTH EAST ASIACALL 1300 676 561 TO BOOK27
CAMBODIA & VIETNAM ON A SHOESTRINGBangkok HanoiFR$1,67920 DAYSHighlights• Embrace Bangkok’s vibrant streets• Marvel at the magnificent Angkor Wat• Discover Cambodia’s sandy shores• Tour Ho Chi Minh’s buzzing markets• Munch on fresh seafood in Nha Trang• Make a fashion statement in Hoi An• Sail the stunning Halong BaySOUTH EAST ASIADepartures 2014Jan - DecInclusionsLAOSHanoiTHAILANDHalong BayHueHoi AnAngkor Wat VIETN AMBangkokSiem Reap NhaCAMBODIA TrangPhnom PenhSihanoukvilleyou might likeRegular departures,typically 4-7 times per weekTrip Style: YOLO Service Level: BasicPhysical Grading: 2 Age Group:Recommended for 18-39s Accommodation:Simple hotels (15 nts), sleeper trains (3 nts),homestay (1 nt) Transport: Local bus, airconditionedbus, junk boat, local boat Meals:13 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners Budget:Allow USD $380-500 for meals not includedGroup Leader: Chief Experience Officer (CEO),local guides Group Size: Max 16, Avg 10 TourCode: GAATCVMy Own Room Available: Fr $619MekongHo ChiDeltaMinh City(Saigon)Why not add an optional theme pack tocustomise your trip? See page 29Shorten your tripCambodia on a Shoestring(10 days, Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City)GAATRC) see page 102 Fr $949Vietnam on a Shoestring(12 days, Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi)(GAAVRV) see page 104 Fr $999Extend your stay in BangkokSee pages 52-55This trip is a perfect example of how travel can broaden the mind, highlighting the amazingendurance of both Vietnam and Cambodia. Absorb the stark beauty of their uniquelandscapes, their vibrant cultures and their fascinating history. Wander chaotic, colourfulstreets, laze on white sandy beaches, explore verdant inland deltas and interact withremarkable people from a variety of different lifestyles. Angkor Wat will leave you openjawedwith wonder as you explore one of the greatest architectural statements mankind hasever made. Take a moment to reflect as you watch the sunset over this awesome creation.DAY0102-0304-0506-070809-1011-1213-1415-1718-20ITINERARYBangkokArrive into Bangkok at any time. Go for a wander and explore this busy, bustling city.Siem Reap / Angkor WatWelcome to the Khmer Empire gateway and one of the world’s finest artistic heritages. At theempire’s peak in the 12th Century, Khmer civilisation culminated in the construction of the massiveAngkor Wat, one of Asia’s most incredible sites. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Khmer meal at aPlaneterra-supported volunteering project in a village on the outskirts of Siem Reap. (2B, D)Phnom PenhExplore this pleasant riverside city of cafés, shady streets, funky bars and thriving markets. Head offon an included walking tour and choose from optional trips to the historical sites, which include theChoeung Ek, more infamously known as the Killing Fields since the rule of Pol Pot. (2B)SihanoukvilleRelax on the white, sandy beaches of Cambodia’s southern coast. Visit one of the nearby islands,splash about on an optional snorkelling trip or just lie back and relax with a good book. (B)Mekong DeltaCross into the Mekong Delta surrounded by a rich, green world of orchards and rice fields, floatingmarkets and candy factories. Cruise along this world-famous river and watch the world go by beforestaying overnight in a village homestay - sure to be a memorable experience! (D)Ho Chi Minh CityLose yourself in Ho Chi Minh City’s central market. Check out the War Remnants Museum and writea quick postcard at the stately colonial post office which bears witness to Vietnam’s former Frenchheritage. Board an overnight train on Day 10 to the beach resort of Nha Trang. (B)Nha TrangTake a boat trip into the dazzling blue bay that surrounds this fun beach town. Swim at a pristinebeach and take advantage of the fresh fish on offer and the buzzing beer-time bars. On Day 12, taketo the rails with an overnight aboard a sleeper train to Hoi An. (B)Hoi AnWander through this pretty 16th Century trading port, where buildings bear traces of Chinese,Japanese, Vietnamese and French architectural styles. Budding Stella McCartneys beware - you mightjust get a little excited at the hundreds of miracle-performing, superb tailors here! (B)Hue / Halong BayReflect on ancient culture and explore riverside garden tombs built for emperors before takingan overnight train to Hanoi, for the onward journey to Halong Bay. On Day 17, float through thedreamlike islands that dot this vast, emerald bay in a traditional wooden junk. Tuck into a sumptuousseafood lunch before spending the night in the harbour town of Bai Chay. (2B, L)HanoiExplore one of dozens of traditional guild streets that make up Hanoi’s ancient Old Quarter and joinBuddhist monks for prayers in a serene lakeside pagoda. Spend your last night intertwined in thiscity’s buzzing atmosphere. On Day 20, leave the mayhem of Hanoi’s streets and say goodbye to yourterrific travel buds. (3B)28 VISIT WWW.STATRAVEL.COM.AU
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