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ESCORTED VIETNAM WITH FLOATING MARKETS, JUNK B Venture through the temples of literature, war remnants of Saigon and the famous Angkor Wat to the floating markets on the Mekong, Cu Chi tunnels and overnight on a junk ship THE BUCKET LIST Hanoi Halong Bay Phuket Siem Reap Saigon Mekong Kuala Lumpar Penang Singapore Cruise Itinerary Escorted Tour DID YOU KNOW? • Hanoi’ is a literal translation of “the hinterland between the rivers”, the city being interwoven with both the Red River and Day River • DAY 1: FLY UK TO HANOI (Overnight) Flights based on London. Regional Flights available at a supplement from Manchester, Edinburgh & Birmingham. Bali Speak Viatnamese may gio roi What is the time? BEGIN YOUR ESCORTED TOUR: DAY 2: HANOI, VIETNAM Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred to your hotel. The charming Vietnamese capital has aged well, preserving its Old Quarter, monuments and colonial architecture, while making room for modern developments alongside which provide a wonderful sense of contrast. About Your Accommodation: This hotel is an excellent 4 star hotel located in the buzzing Hanoi Old Quarter. Enjoy the friendly service, delicious breakfast and High speed WiFi throughout the hotel for free. Rooms offer a blend of modern French design with Asian finish with views over the colourfully chaotic Old Quarter, Hanoi’s most exciting district. DAY 3: HANOI, VIETNAM Today you will visit Hanoi’s main sights including the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Temple of Literature and the One Pillar Pagoda. Watch a Water Puppet Show this evening. Breakfast Included. Included Experience • Water Puppet Show – The ancient art form of water puppetry has a long association with Hanoi and there are several theatres where guests can enjoy this uniquely Vietnamese take on Asia’s puppet tradition. Puppets dance and slide over the liquid stage, controlled by a whole troupe of puppet masters hiding behind a screen. DAY 4: HANOI - HALONG BAY, VIETNAM Travel to the emerald waters of Halong Bay for an overnight stay on a traditional junk ship. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Included Experience • Overnight On A Traditional Junk Ship – A classic Chinese sailing vessel of ancient unknown origin, still in wide use. Highsterned, with projecting bow, the junk carries up to five masts on which are set square sails consisting of panels of linen or matting flattened by bamboo strips. Each sail can be spread or closed at a pull, like a venetian blind. The massive rudder takes the place of a keel, or centreboard. The hull is partitioned by solid bulkheads running both transversely and longitudinally, adding greatly to strength. Chinese junks sailed to Indonesian and Indian waters by the early Middle Ages. DAY 5: HALONG BAY - SAIGON, VIETNAM This morning watch a sun rise, afterwards returning to Hanoi where you will catch a flight to Vietnam’s southern city. Breakfast & Brunch Included. Night on a traditional Junk Ship – Day 4 Speak Viatnamese Là cay này Is this spicy? Floating Markets – Day 6 Cu Chi Tunnels – Day 7 Speak Vietnamese cái này bao nhiêu How much is this? DAY 6: SAIGON - MEKONG DELTA Head to Cai Be on the Mekong Delta, known for its floating markets. Hop on a small boat and take a trip through its markets and floating boats. Return to Saigon this later afternoon. The landscape of the Mekong Delta is carpeted with a dizzying variety of greens and mighty waterways. It’s a world like no other, where houses, restaurants and markets aimlessly float along the countless rivers, canals and streams. Breakfast & Dinner Included Included Experience • Floating Markets – Central markets on the Mekong delta, you can buy fruit and vegetables from local production, which are sold directly from the boats - the owners hang the products on long poles, so that you can see what’s on offer from far away. Small sampans serve as mobile cafés, where you can buy soft drinks, an iced coffee or a noodle soup. Included Experience • Vietnamese Cuisine Dinner – The cuisine will be a plethora of Vietnamese dishes, such as spring rolls, Pho and Bun Cha. Vietnamese cuisine is considered one of the healthiest foods in the world, and relies heavily on spice, ginger and vegetables. Vietnam is also famous for its delicious meat meals. Included as dinner on Day 4, and lunch on Day 8. DAY 7: SAIGON & CU CHI TUNNELS Head out of Saigon to the Cu Chi Tunnels, former secret network of the Viet Cong. Return to Saigon for a full city tour. You will visit the Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Siem Reap. Breakfast Included. About Your Accommodation: Situated close to Siem Reap International Airport and the Angkor Complex, this hotel is in a fantastic location. Rooms are furnished with elegant wooden floors, large, tea and coffee making facilties and large, relaxing beds. The hotel also had a stunning outdoor pool. Included Experience • Cu Chi Tunnels – A network of connecting underground tunnels, The tunnels were used by Viet Cong soldiers to hide during combat, as well as communication and supply routes, hospitals, food and living quarters for Vietnamese fighters. The tunnel systems were important to the Viet Cong in their resistance to American forces, and helped to counter the growing American military effort. Visitors can travel through to appreciate the conditions the Viet Kong lived under during war time. DAY 8: SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA Visit the sites of the Angkor complex with visits to Angkor Thom, the Bayon, Elephant Terrace, Terrace of Leper Kings and Ta Prohm. End the day with a visit to Angkor Wat. Home to some amazingly well-preserved ancient temples, including Angkor Wat and Bayon, Siem Reap offers spectacle like no other. The city itself has been reinvented, offering world-class wining and dining, and sumptuous spas. Breakfast & Lunch Included. Included Experience • Angkor Wat – Angkor Wat (pictured on this page), the largest monument of the Angkor group and the best preserved, is an architectural masterpiece. Its perfection in composition, balance, proportions, relief’s and sculpture make it one of the finest monuments in the world. DAY 9: SIEM REAP - SINGAPORE Transfer to the airport for your flight to Singapore. Meet your guide and take a transfer to your hotel in Singapore. Breakfast Included. About Your Accommodation: Situated close to Siem Reap International Airport and the Angkor Complex, this hotel is in a fantastic location. Rooms are furnished with elegant wooden floors, large, tea and coffee making facilties and large, relaxing beds. The hotel also had a stunning outdoor pool. What to see: Tiger Sky Tower Asia’s tallest observatory tower. Offering panoramic views at 131 metres above sea level across Singapore, Sentosa and the Southern Islands. DAY 10: EMBARK CELEBRITY MILLENNIUM After check out, transfer to the cruise centre for your ownard cruise aboard Celebrity Millennium, departing Singapore at 5:00pm. Breakfast Included. DAY 13: BALI, INDONESIA (3 DAYS) You have three whole days in Bali to explore at your own leisure, you can come and go off your cruise ship as you please. Why not take the opportunity to visit the following areas: What to see: Kecak Dance - an enchanting, traditional dance and musical drama. Over 150 performers wearing check cloth around their waist chant the word “cak” while throwing up their arms in depiction of the battle of Ramayana. The best place to watch it is in the temple grounds of Puri Dalem Taman Kaja. Ubud – See the cultural side of Bali as you drive through rice paddies & steep ravines, you could stop in the Batubulan Village to see the Barong Dance Ubud Monkey Forest – The sanctuary, houses three holy temples is inhabited by approx. five hundred grey-haired and greedy long-tailed Balinese macaques that are hopeful of a handout of food. Batur Volcano – Tthe heart of a huge crater whose diameter spans an impressive 14km! Adjacent, of course, is the Batur lake. Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park – The iconic statue that can be found there is that of the God Wisnu, riding of the mythical bird Garuda. Karangasem – Visit the eastern part of Bali and see Bat Cave Temple (Goa Lawah and the Bali Aga village (Bali indigenous), where the living compounds are identical in plan and arranged in rows on either side. The village itself is well known for its quality of textiles and craft works, a visit to Puri Agung Karangasem palace is also a must. Angkor Wat – Day 8 10 Call a Bucket List Expert on 0330 303 8512
OATS & BEACHES OF BALI 22 Nights From £3149pp • Available 2016 & 2017 • Celebrity Millennium WHAT’S INCLUDED? 99Visit The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, The Temple Of Literature & The One Pillar Pagoda 99Watch A Water Puppet Show 99Walk Through The Cu Chi Tunnels 99A Full City Tour Of Saigon Including The Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, Reunification Palace & The War Remnants Museum. 99Visit The Sites Of The Angkor Complex & Angkor Wat including The Bayon, Elephant Terrace, Terrace Of Leper Kings & Ta Prohm 99Fully Escorted Land Tour With A Local Expert 99Overnight Stay On A Traditional Junk Ship On The Emerald Waters Of Halong Bay 99Includes Tour Of The Floating Markets Of The Mekong Delta 9912 Night 5* Luxury Cruising on board Celebrity Millennium 99Musical theatre and concert-style performances 99Watch a live jazz concert at The Lawn Club 99Return chauffeur home pick up for suite cabins 99Solarium, thalassotherapy pool, teak loungers with head pillows 99Airport lounge including drinks and a meal* DID YOU KNOW? • Meals in Vietnam are family oriented, with the eldest person seated first. Dishes are passed around using both hands and it is expected that you finish all food on your plate • DAY 19: PHUKET, THAILAND A rainbow spectrum of blue lagoons, pink sunsets and orange robed monks await in Phuket. Travel on three wheeled-Tuk Tuks and long tailed boats as you explore the endless marvels. What to see: Phuket Big Buddha The Kecak dance is one of the traditional dance and musical drama in Bali that is enchanting and favourite among travellers. Over 150 performers wearing check cloth around their waist chant the word “cak” while throwing up their arms in depiction of the battle of Ramayana. The best place to watch it is in the temple grounds of Puri Dalem Taman Kaja, where you will find authentic atmosphere. DAY 20: PENANG, MALAYSIA Penang is steeped in Malaysia’s rich colonial history, sights and sounds reflect the colourful heritage of her many races. Be it lush tropical gardens or ornately designed temples, Penang offers a glimpse into a world where nature, tradition and history blend into a rich cultural tapestry. What to see: Kek Lok Si Temple One of the biggest Buddhist temples in South east Asia, Kek Lok Si perches on a hill overlooking the north-eastern coast to impressive views. Built in 1891, it is home to countless images of Buddha, beautiful carvings, sculptures and murals. GOOD MORNING VIETNAM! By Jess Vincent Product Executive BLOG “We took a leisurely stroll around Ho Chi Minh City Centre and were drawn to the nearest ice cream shop for a well deserved coconut ice cream which had the steep price tag of... 30p (as a self proclaimed bargain hunter, I was in heaven!). Did You Know there are 35 million motorbikes in Vietnam and 6 million of those are in Ho Chi Minh City... this makes crossing the road very interesting, you just have to walk slowly and the motorbikes go around you...” FIND OUT ABOUT YOUR SHIP CELEBRITY MILLENNIUM CAPACITY: 2,138 PASSENGERS SIZE: 91,000 GROSS TONNAGE DAY 21: KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA Feel the pulse of Malaysia as you venture into its capital and spectacle its soaring towers, enthusiasm for global trends and cosmopolitan nature. Kuala Lumpur truly sets the aspirational tone for the rest of the country. What to see: Petronas Tower First opened in 1996, the tower is the ninth tallest building in the world at 452 metres and was designed to mirror the country’s high-tech ambitions. Appreciate the masterclass engineer work as the lift silently soars you up to the 83rd floor in just over a minute. Then step out and gaze over the city, the busy streets and wonder-filled skyline providing ample photo opportunity. DAY 22: SINGAPORE Arrive at Singapore, then transfer to the airport and board your flight to UK (overnight). FREE Luxury Chauffeur Driven Transfer From Home When booking Mini Suite & Above A luxury return door to door service, picking you up from the comfort of your own home and taking you to the airport in a Mercedes or similar. Includes: 33All passengers will be carried in vehicles less than 1 year old 33Every vehicle is inspected between each journey and cleaned thoroughly at every opportunity to ensure they arrive in showroom condition 33Chauffeurs wear company uniforms of a dark grey suite, white shirt and tie INSIDE STAFF: 999 CREW LENGTH: 294 METRES OUTSIDE Bali – Day 13 33All vehicle are tracked and monitored throughout Exclusive to Fares from £pp. Based on 18 Nov ‘16 BALCONY Inside 3149 Speak Malay Terima Kasih Thank you Outside 3299 Balcony 3599 Concierge 3749 Petronas Towers, Kuala Lumpur – Day 21 Aqua 3899 Sky Suite 4999 Single 4799 Flights based on London. Regional Flights available at a supplement from Manchester (£60pp), Edinburgh (£55pp) & Birmingham (£130pp) WHY NOT UPGRADE TO A SUITE Celebrity Cruises offer a range of spacious and luxurious suite accommodation. They offer an indulgent lifestyle to guests, with a wide range of unique amenities... Call us for further details. Call a Bucket List Expert on 0330 303 8512 11
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