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VIETNAM EXPERIENCEHo Chi Minh City HanoiFR$1,84512 DAYSHighlights• Experience life on the Mekong• Stay in a village guesthouse• Climb through the Cu Chi Tunnels• Explore progressive Ho Chi Minh City• Soak up the rays on Vietnam beaches• Stroll the streets in historical Hoi An• Take a cyclo ride to Hue’s Citadel• Sleep on a Chinese-style junk boatDepartures 2014STARTFINISHJan 18 Jan 29Jan 21 Feb 01Jan 25 Feb 05Feb 01 Feb 12Feb 04 Feb 15Feb 08 Feb 19Feb 11 Feb 22Feb 22 Mar 05Mar 01 Mar 12Mar 04 Mar 15Mar 08 Mar 19Mar 11 Mar 22Mar 15 Mar 26Mar 22 Apr 02Mar 29 Apr 09Apr 05 Apr 16Apr 08 Apr 19Apr 12 Apr 23Apr 19 Apr 30May 03 May 14May 10 May 21May 24 Jun 04Jun 03 Jun 14Jun 14 Jun 25VIETNAMHanoiLAOSTHAILANDSTARTHueCAMBODIANha TrangHo Chi Minh CityFINISHJun 28 Jul 09Jul 05 Jul 16Jul 19 Jul 30Jul 29 Aug 09Aug 09 Aug 20Aug 23 Sep 03Aug 30 Sep 10Sep 13 Sep 24Sep 23 Oct 04Nov 08 Nov 19Nov 15 Nov 26Nov 18 Nov 29Nov 22 Dec 03Nov 25 Dec 06Nov 29 Dec 10Dec 02 Dec 13Dec 06 Dec 17Dec 09 Dec 20Dec 13 Dec 24Dec 16 Dec 27Dec 20 Dec 31Dec 23 Jan 03Dec 27 Jan 07Dec 30 Jan 10Halong BayDa NangMekongDeltaSTARTHoi AnFINISH2015Jan 03 Jan 14Jan 06 Jan 17Jan 10 Jan 21Jan 13 Jan 24Jan 17 Jan 28Jan 20 Jan 31Jan 24 Feb 04Jan 27 Feb 07Jan 31 Feb 11Feb 03 Feb 14Feb 07 Feb 18Feb 10 Feb 21Feb 14 Feb 25Feb 17 Feb 28Feb 21 Mar 04Feb 24 Mar 07Feb 28 Mar 11Mar 03 Mar 14Mar 07 Mar 18Additional departure dates are available, please ask for details.InclusionsService Level: Superior Age Group: Exclusivelyfor 18-35s Accommodation: 3 star hotels(9 nts), guesthouse (1 nt), boat (1 nt)Transport: Plane, private coach, junk boatMeals: 11 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinnersGroup Leader: Experienced Tour Manager,local English-speaking guides Group Size: Max30, Avg 25 Tour Code: COVIEPFACEBOOK.COM/STATRAVEL.AUThere’s nowhere on earth quite like Vietnam. From the moment you step off the planeyou’ll be absorbed in an intense explosion of colour, sights, sounds and experiences. Fromthe hustle and bustle of city streets to golden temples glistening in the sun, to jade greenwaters lapping on the shores and paddy fields stretching into the distance, each day isdifferent to the next. Cruise the waters of the Mekong, stay overnight with the locals, sleepin a Chinese-style junk boat - all of this against a backdrop of great nation of people andwith a bunch of like-minded mates.DAY01020304-05060708091011-12ITINERARYHo Chi Minh CityCosmopolitan Ho Chi Minh is a medley of pagodas, streetside shops and high-rises. Tonight, you’llmeet your Tour Manager and fellow travellers before tantalising your tastebuds at the thriving BenThanh Market.Ho Chi Minh City / Mekong DeltaEmbark on a two-day journey into the Mekong Delta. Try out sampans (local boats), learn about localindustries and observe life at the floating markets, giving you a glimpse of everyday life on water.Tonight check out a musical performance before having dinner at your local guesthouse. (B, L, D)Mekong Delta / Ho Chi Minh CityHead back to Ho Chi Minh City via the Viet Cong’s legendary tunnels in Cu Chi. See traps, hiddendoors and experience first-hand some of the 250kms of tunnels that Vietnamese resistance fightersdug by hand during the Vietnam War. (B)Ho Chi Minh City / Nha TrangIn the morning, you’ll set off on a city tour to see Notre Dame Cathedral, the General Post Officeand the Presidential Palace. You’ll then catch a flight to Nha Trang, famous for its golden beaches.On Day 5, sink back into laid-back beach life with a free day to enjoy the sun and sea. Indulge in amineral mud bath and hot springs experience before getting a taste of Nha Trang by night. (2B)Nha Trang / Hoi AnFly to Da Nang and travel down to Hoi An. On arrival, you’ll take a guided walking tour through theOld Quarter. Get your clothes order in at one of the many tailors this city is famous for. (B)Hoi AnFree day to explore further. Wander the streets checking out galleries and antique shops or head tothe temples of My Son. In the evening, stroll along the historic waterfront to the local market. (B)Hoi An / HueToday, you’ll travel over the ‘Pass of the Ocean Clouds’ with its far-reaching views to the city of DaNang. On arrival to the former royal city of Hue you’ll take a cyclo to the Imperial Citadel, formerhome of Vietnam’s Emperors. It is then on to the impressive Thien Mu Pagoda with views of thePerfume River. (B)Hue / HanoiToday brings a flight to Hanoi. Full of French flair, Chinese culture and Vietnamese vitality, Hanoi isa city like no other! On arrival, visit the Temple of Literature before walking the wide Parisian-styleboulevards or relaxing with a bia hoi (draught beer). (B)Hanoi / Halong BayClimb aboard a Chinese-style junk boat for an overnight cruise on heavenly Halong Bay. Pass hiddencoves, sheer cliffs and stunning beaches. You’ll check out the Sung Sot Caves before stopping for aswim amongst limestone karsts. Dock for sunset and be rocked to sleep by the ocean. (B, L, D)Halong Bay / HanoiWake to fantastic views before returning to Hanoi. There’s time to see Hanoi’s world-famous waterpuppet performance before a farewell dinner to toast an amazing adventure with your new friends.Depart on Day 12, shortly after breakfast. (2B, L)SOUTH EAST ASIACALL 1300 676 561 TO BOOK107