Classic Indochina Experience
24 days - from $3390
Visiting Cambodia and Vietnam, this classic trip is one of our most comprehensive journeys in Indochina
This is the epic Indochina experience, combining Cambodia and Vietnam. Siem Reap is the launching pad for an exploration of the magnificent Angkor Wat complex. The capital, Phnom Penh, shows us the face of a Cambodia that has recovered remarkably from the ravages of the Pol Pot era. Our last country is Vietnam, where we cross the border near Chau Doc and explore the waterways of the bustling Mekong Delta, before travelling up the length of the country, from exciting Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) to the capital Hanoi and spending a night on a boat in stunning Halong Bay. Along the way we visit hill retreats, coastal beaches, historic towns, quaint fishing hamlets and old imperial capitals – all parts of the kaleidoscope that make Indochina such a fascinating place to visit.
Highlights
- 'Junk' boat cruise among the limestone karsts of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Halong Bay
- Phnom Penh's history
- UNESCO World Heritage-listed Angkor Wat
- Cu Chi Tunnels - the underground network of the Viet Minh and Viet Cong
- Vietnam's northern capital Hanoi
- Dalat hill station
- Perfume River cruise to the Thien Mu Pagoda and royal mausoleum of Emperor Tu Duc
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Included:
• The services of Peregrine's expert English-speaking local tour leaders throuhout the tour, and local guides at some sites.
• Sightseeing (including entrance fees where relevant): Angkor Thom; Ta Prohm; Angkor Wat; Banteay Srei; Preah Khan; Phnom Penh's Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda; Cu Chi Tunnels; Tay Ninh - the headquarters of the Cao Dai religion; Po Nagar Cham tower; site of the My Lai Massacre; Hoi An historical sites; China Beach; Marble Mountain; Hai Van Pass; Hue's Citadel and Purple Forbidden City, Thien Mu Pagoda and Emperor Tu Duc's Mausoleum; and Hanoi's One Pillar Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh's House and Temple of Literature.
• Local flight from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh.
• Mekong Delta boat journey and visits to a Cham village, mosque, floating market and fish farm.
• Overnight homestay on Mekong Delta island, on beds in a large communal bedroom.
• Overnight cruise on a traditional boat on Halong Bay with a seafood lunch and dinner (non-seafood also available) and accommodation in twin-share cabins with en suite facilities and air-conditioning.
• Full day boat cruise on the South China Sea off Nha Trang, with a seafood lunch.
• Lunch at Sala Bai Hotel School prepared by underprivileged local youths training to work in the hospitality industry.
• Lunch at KOTO café in Hanoi – a project providing vocational hospitality training to underprivileged young people.
• Perfume River cruise in Hue.
• Overnight train from Hue to Hanoi in a 'soft sleeper' class compartment accommodating up to four people (with beds, pillow and sheets provided).
• Arrival transfer.
Not Included:
International flights, airport departure taxes, visas, insurance, other meals, any optional tours and activities during free time, tips and items of a personal nature.
Meals: 22 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners
EquipmentIncluded: 19 Oct 11
Valid From: 08 Nov 09
Valid Until: 30 Jun 13
Notes:
On Day 20 there is the option to fly from Hue to Hanoi.
Starts/Ends: Siem Reap to Hanoi
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Itinerary:
Day 1: Siem Reap2: Siem Reap3: Siem Reap4: Phnom Penh5: Phnom Penh6: Chau Doc7: Vinh Long8: Saigon9: Saigon10: Saigon11: Dalat12: Dalat13: Nha Trang14: Nha Trang15: Quy Nhon16: Hoi An17: Hoi An18: Hue19: Hue - overnight train20: Hanoi21: Hanoi22: Halong Bay23: Halong Bay - Hanoi24: Hanoi
Included:
• The services of Peregrine's expert English-speaking local tour leaders throuhout the tour, and local guides at some sites.
• Sightseeing (including entrance fees where relevant): Angkor Thom; Ta Prohm; Angkor Wat; Banteay Srei; Preah Khan; Phnom Penh's Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda; Cu Chi Tunnels; Tay Ninh - the headquarters of the Cao Dai religion; Po Nagar Cham tower; site of the My Lai Massacre; Hoi An historical sites; China Beach; Marble Mountain; Hai Van Pass; Hue's Citadel and Purple Forbidden City, Thien Mu Pagoda and Emperor Tu Duc's Mausoleum; and Hanoi's One Pillar Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh's House and Temple of Literature.
• Local flight from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh.
• Mekong Delta boat journey and visits to a Cham village, mosque, floating market and fish farm.
• Overnight homestay on Mekong Delta island, on beds in a large communal bedroom.
• Overnight cruise on a traditional boat on Halong Bay with a seafood lunch and dinner (non-seafood also available) and accommodation in twin-share cabins with en suite facilities and air-conditioning.
• Full day boat cruise on the South China Sea off Nha Trang, with a seafood lunch.
• Lunch at Sala Bai Hotel School prepared by underprivileged local youths training to work in the hospitality industry.
• Lunch at KOTO café in Hanoi – a project providing vocational hospitality training to underprivileged young people.
• Perfume River cruise in Hue.
• Overnight train from Hue to Hanoi in a 'soft sleeper' class compartment accommodating up to four people (with beds, pillow and sheets provided).
• Arrival transfer.
Not Included:
International flights, airport departure taxes, visas, insurance, other meals, any optional tours and activities during free time, tips and items of a personal nature.
Meals: 22 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners
EquipmentIncluded: 07 Feb 12
Valid From: 08 Nov 09
Valid Until: 30 Jun 13
Notes:
On Day 20 there is the option to fly from Hue to Hanoi.
Starts/Ends: Siem Reap to Hanoi
Trip Reference: PACI