SOUTH EAST ASIA - STA Travel Hub

ESSENTIAL VIETNAM & CAMBODIAHanoi BangkokFR$2,23917 DAYSHighlights• Visit colourful charismatic Hanoi• Set sail on spectacular Halong Bay• Discover temple-dotted countryside• Get a whole new wardrobe in Hoi An• Explore the amazing Mekong Delta• Learn the history of Cu Chi Tunnels• Marvel at the incredible Angkor WatDepartures 2014Jan - DecRegular departures,typically 2-4 times per weekSOUTH EAST ASIAInclusionsTrip Style: Classic Service Level: StandardPhysical Grading: 2 Age Group: Any ageAccommodation: Hotels (14 nts), sleepertrain (1 nt), junk boat (1 nt) Transport: Train,local bus, air-conditioned bus, plane, cyclo,boat Meals: 13 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinnersBudget: Allow USD $325-375 for meals notincluded Group Leader: Chief ExperienceOfficer (CEO), local guides Group Size: Max15, Avg 12 Tour Code: GAAVEVMy Own Room Available: Fr $949THAILANDVIETNAMLAOSBangkokHanoiSiem ReapPhnom PenhYOU MIGHT LIKEHalong BayHueAngkor WatCAMBODIAHoi AnHo ChiMinh City(Saigon)Why not add an optional theme pack tocustomise your trip?South East Asia Adrenalin Pack Fr $200Jungle ziplining (Bangkok, half day), cave/temple rappelling (Hoi An, half day) & SunsetATV Tour (Siem Reap, 1.5 hours)South East Asia Culinary Pack Fr $100Thai cooking (Bangkok, half day), Cambodiancooking (Phnom Penh, half day) &Vietnamese cooking (Hoi An, half day)A wide-ranging adventure showcasing the region’s natural wonders and fascinating cultures.Head out on a traditional junk boat into Halong Bay, tuck into fresh fish from sunny coastalshores, check out imperial citadels, tombs and explore a darker side of the region’s historyat the remarkable Cu Chi Tunnels. Journey along the Mekong Delta and head into Cambodiawhere you’ll stand in gob-smacked awe at ancient Angkor Wat. Arriving back into Bangkok,you’ll have more than a few stories to share with your mates back home, making their eyesglow green with envy.DAY0102-030405-0708-091011-1213-1516-17ITINERARYHanoiArrive into the hectic city of Hanoi at any time. Navigate the scooter-filled streets, check outthe local markets, eat delicious street food and drink some cheap local beer. Visit the Temple ofLiterature (Van Mieu) or Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and Museum to experience the intoxicatingessence of this splendid Asian city.Halong Bay / HanoiHead out to Halong Bay where you’ll hop aboard a traditional wooden junk and sail out intothis UNESCO World Heritage-listed region. Marvel at all the weird and wonderful limestone rockformations rising from the crystal-clear waters. Tuck into fresh seafood for your lunch before takinga swim. Spend the night up on deck chatting away to your newfound friends under a star-lit sky.You’ve just found a little piece of paradise and definitely one of Vietnam’s highlights. On Day 3, travelback to Hanoi for the overnight train to Hue. (2B, L, D)HueOnce the imperial capital, Hue is surrounded by some of the most beautiful countryside in Vietnam,scattered with the tombs of Nguyen emperors and timeless temples. Visit the Tien Mu Pagoda andadmire the magnificent Vietnamese architecture. Opt to head out into the countryside on a guidedmotorbike tour.Hoi AnTake in the scenic views on the twisting Hai Van Pass before arriving into Hoi An. Celebrate the richtrading heritage of this city with its fabulous markets, galleries, tailor shops, craft stalls and quaintlocal restaurants. Come home loaded with glad rags made to your own individual style. (3B)Ho Chi Minh CityDiscover the eating, shopping, sightseeing and entertainment secrets of the world-class city of HoChi Minh. Enjoy a tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels; an immense network of tunnels used by the Viet Congguerrillas during combat. Experience life as they did as you crawl through these tiny spaces. (B)Mekong DeltaThe lush green serpentine waterways of the Mekong Delta are a thriving centre of cottage industries,floating markets and orchards. Discover all this on a guided day trip to this fascinating area. (B)Phnom PenhTravelling to Phnom Penh you can enjoy this pleasant riverside city of cafés, shady streets andcolourful markets. You will set off on a guided tour of Tol Sleng Prison and Choeung Ek (the KillingFields) before a cyclo tour of the colonial district. You also have free time to explore further andmake optional visits to the National Museum, the Royal Palace and the city markets. (2B)Siem Reap / Angkor WatHome to one of Asia’s most incredible sites. Check out this growing tourist town and surrender to thewonder of Angkor Wat on a guided tour. Arrive early for sunrise and admire the tantalising blend ofart and architecture. In the evening enjoy a traditional meal of Khmer food either at the PlaneterrasupportedNew Hope project or in a local home in villages outside the city. (2B, D)BangkokFrom countryside to expressway, arrive back in Bangkok and spend your last night out on the townhaving a final drink and a farewell meal with your new friends. Your tour ends on day 17. (2B)CALL 1300 676 561 TO BOOK29