Siem ReapTEACH CHILDRENIN CAMBODIAFR$8892 - 8 WEEKSSIEM REAPBY BIKE & TUK TUKSiem ReapSiem ReapFR$5464 DAYSHighlights• Help families break out of the poverty cycle• Explore the formidable Angkor Wat• Get creative with art-based workshopsThe New Hope Community Outreach centre is based in MondulBai, one of the poorest slum areas on the outskirts of Siem Reap.This project aims to restore hope and dignity to these once-proudand prosperous communities by providing education, health andvocational training. You will be supporting Khmer teachers toassist with English, maths and computer lessons. Creative typesare also welcome to lend a hand with sewing workshops. A portionof the cost of the trip will be used to buy a bicycle for you totransport yourself to and from the project. After you leave, thebike is donated back to the community for their use.Highlights• Explore a floating village on one of Asia’s largest lakes• Stock up on fragrant, authentic souvenirs made by locals• Sunset at the iconic Angkor Wat, cameras at the ready!The formidable Angkor Wat is an absolute must on any bucketlist and what better way to explore than by tuk tuk and your ownpedal power! Throw in the temples of Banteay Srei and Kdei, theSrah Srang reservoir and Pre Rup and you’ve got a jaw-droppingtour steeped in Khmer culture and history. As well as visitingAngkor Thom, Bayon Temple and the Elephants Terrace, you’ll alsostop at a local village to meet families that make palm sugar, takean excursion to a floating village on Tonle Sap Lake and visit theSenteurs D’Angkor workshop, which sells traditional, handmadeproducts made by impoverished rural communities.<strong>SOUTH</strong> <strong>EAST</strong> <strong>ASIA</strong>Project Start Date: Sundays Accommodation: Guesthouse (13 nts) Meals:Some meals included Note: Background check required Stay Longer: Fr $349per week Trip Code: GATAKSRTDeparts: Daily Accommodation: Hotel with a choice of Superior/Deluxe class (3nts) Meals: 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners Transport: Tuk tuk, bicycles andsome car/minivan transfers Tour Code: REPSB3LAOSEXPERIENCEChiang MaiLuang PrabangFR$1814 DAYSLAOS CLASSICTOURLuang PrabangVientianeFR$8385 DAYSHighlights• Enjoy a slice of authentic and untouched South East Asia• Two-day slow boat trip along the mystical Mekong River• Be privy to the traditional rituals of Buddhist monksHighlights• The crown jewel of Laos, charming Luang Prabang• Interact with traditional, local communities at weaving villages• Experience an unforgettable sunset on the Mekong RiverA truly off-the-beaten-track experience, this gem of a tourserves up picturesque mountains and heartbreakingly beautifullandscapes as you spend four magical days exploring Laos. Kickoff your adventure by travelling from Chiang Mai up to the ChiangKong border village. Day 2, cross the Laos border and begin yourtwo-day boat trip along the Mekong, immersing yourself in locallife as you pass small fishing villages on the riverside. On Day 3you’ll overnight in Luang Prabang, a french-influenced city with astrong Buddhist presence. Day 4, rise early to witness the age oldtradition of alms giving by locals to Buddhist monks.Spectacular natural scenery, temples, waterfalls, caves andtraditional boat trips on the mighty Mekong River - this tour maybe short but is activity-packed, guaranteeing you bags of fabLaotian memories. Start in enchanting Luang Prabang, arguablySouth East Asia’s best preserved traditional city, explore thefamous Pak Ou caves, home to thousands of Buddha statues,and meet minority villagers. Take a relaxing dip in the Khuang XiWaterfalls, stock up on souvenirs at a night bazaar and discoverthe delights of the capital city, Vientiane, including the BuddhaPark and impressive Friendship Bridge, linking Thailand and Laos.Departs: Daily Accommodation: Budget guesthouse on twin share basis (2 nt)Second night’s stay is at your own expense, budget US$10-35 (1 nt) Meals: 1breakfast, 1 dinner Transport: Minivan & slow boat Tour Code: LPQEXPDeparts: Saturdays Accommodation: Choice of 3/4* accommodation withen suite (4nts) Includes: tours, transfers (excludes airfare Luang Prabang toVientiane) Meals: 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches Transport: Coach Tour Code: LPQLCTCALL 1300 676 561 TO BOOK109
HANOI & HALONG BAY<strong>SOUTH</strong> <strong>EAST</strong> <strong>ASIA</strong>glampackerrock solid rock solidRISING DRAGONE<strong>STA</strong>TE HOTELPRICES ARE PER PERSON PER NIGHT INCLUDING BREAKFA<strong>STA</strong>n innovative hotel at the epicentre ofHanoi’s Old Quarter. Staff put the guestexperience at the heart of everythingthey do. Gaze out at the bustling streetsof Hanoi from the balcony of your roomcomplete with marble countertops, air con,free Wi-Fi and hardwood floors. Some evencome with a full-size bathtub.FR FR FR$32 SINGLEPRINCE$33 SINGLEHANOI$36FR FR FR$17 TWIN/DOUBLE HOTEL$18 TWIN/DOUBLE AMANDA HOTEL $22PRICES ARE PER PERSON PER NIGHTThis modern hotel is well suited to theindependent traveller, with friendly staffon hand to give advice on local toursand attractions. The spacious rooms aretraditional in style and come with air conand satellite TV. The central location meansyou are just a short walk to the mainattractions, such as Hoan Kiem Lake.SINGLETWIN/DOUBLEPRICES ARE PER PERSON PER NIGHT INCLUDING BREAKFASTYou can’t beat the location of this place!It’s in the heart of the Old Quarter, justminutes from the night market and HoanKiem Lake. Open since 2010, everything isas good as new and each of the 35 roomscome with LCD TVs and air con. You’reideally located for venturing out for dinner,although the hotel does have a restaurant.HANQAHFREE INTERNETHANPRHHANGRNglampackerBOSSHANOI HOTELPRICES ARE PER PERSON PER NIGHT INCLUDING BREAKFAST• Hook up with folks back home on the in-room computer• Take advantage of the 20% discount at the restaurant• Enjoy the hustle and bustle of the Old QuarterSINGLETWIN/DOUBLEThe stylish Boss Hotel is the perfect place to stay. Gettingpeckish? Enjoy 20% discount at the hotel restaurant. Need toexchange money? The currency exchange is there. The rooms aresuper-stylish with essential air con and the en suite comes with ashower and wooden bathtub!<strong>STA</strong>Y 6 PAY 5 - ALL YEARFR$54FR$29HANBOSHANOISTREET FOODFR$29HALF DAYHanoi serves up some of the world’s greatest street food andthere’s no better way to sample authentic, local dishes away fromthe tourist trail than on this unique walking tour. Led by an expertguide, you’ll be taken to the city’s best-kept secrets, hunkeringdown with locals on the street at a variety of atmospheric stalls.Sample tasty French-inspired snacks, barbecued meats, breadspecialities and - if you’re up for it - egg coffee, a local delicacy!Departs: Daily at 5pm close to Dong Xuan Market Includes: Touring asspecified Tour Code: HANSFN110VISIT WWW.<strong>STA</strong>TRAVEL.COM.AU