ARENU. Wonderful Vietnam September 20-30, Invites You On A Journey To. $ 3,569 pp dbl $ 4,189 single. Featuring

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1 ARENU Invites You On A Journey To Wonderful Vietnam September 20-30, 2018 $ 3,569 pp dbl $ 4,189 single Vietnam. Different. Intriguing. Spectacular. From a varied and contentious historical past, Vietnam has come a long way. Today s Vietnam draws travelers from all over the world each year. Offering authentic glimpses into a wonderful and unique culture, sights that cannot be repeated elsewhere and The best food in Asia Vietnam is waiting. Come join us on this 11- Day journey as we introduce ourselves to this wonderful and thriving country in an intimate group setting. Linda Yost ARENU Phone (860) lgyostct@cox.net Activity Level Featuring Ho Chi Minh City Visit to Local-Home Factory Markets Halong Bay Junk Cruise Hanoi Train to Danang Hands-On Traditional Fishing Hoi An Local Meals & Local Guides And More! Passport Required Book By January 31, 2018 & Save $100 per person

2 11 Day Wonderful Vietnam Your Itinerary Day 1: Transfer to Boston International Airport for your flight to Vietnam with you Tours of Distinction Tour Director Day 2: On Arrival in Saigon, pick up and transfer to hotel for check in. If time is available, take a city orientation in Saigon including the Notre Dame Cathedral, Old Saigon Post Office, Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Catinat), the Continental Hotel, Opera House, and City Hall. For dinner, we transfer to Old Compass Cafe for a truly local cuisine initiation. Overnight in Saigon. Day 3: We leave Ho Chi Minh behind and journey to the Cu Chi district. Passing rice paddies, villagers drying noodles by the side of the road and other scenes typical to southern Vietnam. Cu Chi Tunnels consist of an underground tunnel network constructed by Vietnamese resistance fighters (Viet Cong) during both the French and American wars. display. This afternoon, your half day city tour of vibrant Saigon includes the Reunification Hall, formerly known as the Presidential Palace. It was towards this modern building that North Vietnamese resistance fighters tanks (Viet Cong) rolled on the morning of April 30, 1975 as Saigon fell. We go on to visit Chinatown (Cholon) and, time permitting at stop at Binh Tay Market. Overnight in Saigon Day 4: An early morning departure from your hotel takes you to Cai Be, deep in the heart of the Mekong Delta. Embark on your private deluxe junk boat and cruise to the colorful Cai Be floating market. Your tour continues with a visit to local home-factory which produces rice paste, rice pop corn and coconut candies. For lunch, we visit Ut Kiet Mandarin Home before boarding the junk again and slowly cruise back Cai Be. Overnight in Saigon Day 5: Today begins with an early morning flight to Hue. On arrival, we begin our tour of Hue one of the old Imperial capitals of Vietnam. A boat trip along the romantically named Perfume River carries you through a tranquil setting of gardens and lakes where Hue s best-known religious site, the Thien Mu Pagoda, is located. After lunch, we explore the Imperial Citadel where the Nguyen Dynasty ruled between 1802 and 1945 and Dong Ba market. Overnight in Hue Day 6: All aboard today as we take a local train to Danang (2.5 hrs). The scenery on this railroad is some of the best in Vietnam make sure you have your camera. On arrival, we transfer to Hoi An, check-in and go for lunch.

3 Day 6 Con t: For our afternoon, we take a half-day city tour in Hoi An. Hoi An s architecture and relaxed lifestyle have changed little over the years. Take a leisurely walking tour of the ancient town center and visit the sites of former merchants homes, a 400 year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, and a Chinese Communal Hall. Before you return to your hotel enjoy browsing and shopping in the one of the most colorful, local marketplaces in all of SE Asia. We top-off our tour with a visit and coffee at Reaching Out workshop, a fair trade gift shop showcasing high quality handicrafts made by disabled craftspeople in Vietnam. Overnight in Hoi An. Day 7: After breakfast, we venture into the countryside of Hoi An and learn how to spread a traditional Vietnamese fishing net, called a ro, from a small round bamboo basket boat (a thung chai) which Vietnamese fishermen have employed for centuries to ply their trade. We also visit a water palm area surrounded by coconut trees whilst learning about the history of this unique and enjoying a seafood lunch. Time in the afternoon for leisure. Overnight in Hoi An Day 8: Enjoy a free day in Hoi An. Optional excursions abound including a half-day cooking class for $55 USD pp or view the countryside by Vespa for $70 USD pp. Hoi An is also a great town to just wander, explore and shop. Day 9: After breakfast, we transfer to the airport for the flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival, we enjoy a halfday tour of Hanoi. Sights include: Hoa Lo Prison (formerly known as the Hanoi Hilton during the American war), Buddhist Tran Quoc Pagoda on West Lake (one of the oldest in Vietnam), Quan Thanh Temple (Taoist, dating from the Ly Dynasty) and the Museum of Ethnology. Later in the afternoon, enjoy a one hour tour by electric car through Hanoi s Old Quarter, also known as 36 streets. This bustling area of narrow streets and alleys is home to literally thousands of small businesses and shopkeepers. It's a great place to explore, with plenty of photo opportunities all around. We enjoy dinner at Wild Rice Restaurant together this evening. Overnight in Hanoi Day 10: The perfect way to see the UNESCO World Heritage area of Halong Bay is to spend a night aboard a charming boat. The mystical scenery of Halong Bay where thousands of limestone islands jut out of the emerald sea, sculpted into bizarre shapes and surrounded by colourful floating villages is a truly a breathtaking destination. Following breakfast leave Hanoi for Halong Bay and embark on our Junk boat. Once settled, lunch will be served while cruising towards the bay itself. In the afternoon, enjoy some visits and/or activities or just spend some time relaxing on board. Towards the end of the day the boat sets anchor for the night among the karst formations. Dinner is served on board. Overnight aboard in Halong Bay. Day 11: Breakfast on board your vessel while you enjoy a leisurely cruise back to port. Disembark and transfer to Hanoi for your flight home. Travel Arrangements Provided by:

4 11 Day Wonderful Vietnam The Details Includes Airport Transfers USA & Vietnam Roundtrip International Airfare Internal Transportation 10 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches & 3 Dinners Internal Airfare Halong Bay Junk Cruise Tours of Hue, Ho Chi Minh City and electric car tour of Hanoi Mekong Delta Tour & Cai Be Cruise Local Immersion Experience Fishing & Farming Train to Danang Old Compass Café Dinner English Speaking Driver/Guide Tours of Distinction Tour Director Gratuities for TOD Tour Director, Local Guides & Driver/Guide PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 1st Deposit: $350 pp due at time of reservation 2nd Deposit: $1,500 pp is due by April 23, 2018 Final Payment is due June 7, 2018 CANCELLATION POLICY: A cancellation fee of $350 per person + non-refundable tour expenses will be charged for any cancellation received from time of booking to 121 days prior to departure. A cancellation fee of 50% of the total tour cost + non-refundable tour expenses will be charged for cancellations days prior to departure. A cancellation fee of 100% of the total tour cost will be charged for cancellations received 90-0 days prior to departure. If you need to cancel and have purchased Travel Protection, you will need to file a claim. See information below. OPTIONAL TRAVEL PROTECTION: Travel Protection is optional and available for purchase. Double: $242 pp Single: $276 pp Group Travel Protection is strongly suggested. If accepted, the Plan Document will be provided to you upon registration for this tour. Read the document carefully as it provides complete details of the plan, including benefits and exclusions. IF CANCELLING FOR A MEDICAL REASON, YOU MUST SEE YOUR DOCTOR AND PROVIDE SUPPORTING MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION WHEN SUBMITTING A CLAIM. $ 3,569 pp dbl $ 4,189 single

5 2018 Land RESERVATION FORM One Form Per Person Name: First Middle Last (Must match your passport!) Address: GUEST DETAILS Date of Birth: ARENU Wonderful Vietnam September 20 September 30, 2018 City, State: Zip Code: Phone #: Address: Cell #: Passport issue date: Passport issued in what country: Please send in a copy of your passport with your reservation. Room Type: Single Double Travel Partner(s): Special Needs (wheelchair, diet, handicap, etc.): PASSENGER DETAILS Passport Exp Date: Passport #: **Please note that we try to accommodate special preference requests (i.e. specific staterooms, specific deck, adjoining staterooms) when possible, but we cannot guarantee them. PAYMENT DETAILS Make Checks Payable to: Tours of Distinction Mail this form, a copy of your Passport & deposit to: Tours of Distinction See Address Below If we do not receive a copy of your Passport we will not be able to process reservation Optional Trip Protection: I would like to Accept or Decline the optional travel protection Per the insurance company, all passengers must complete and sign this form to acknowledge that they are offered the optional insurance on this tour. I am paying by: Check or Credit Card (we accept Visa, MasterCard or Discover) Credit Card Information: Total Deposit for the Tour Portion: $ Total Optional Travel Protection Included: $ Plus 2% if paying by Credit Card: $ Total Amount Enclosed: $ Visa MasterCard Discover Card #: (this is a 2% non-refundable administrative fee) Name on Card: Expiration Date: CID #: 3 or 4 numbers I acknowledge that I have read the Disclaimer and Cancellation Policies on the reverse of this page and understand all information given to me. Guest s Signature: TOURS OF DISTINCTION PO Box 1011, East Windsor, CT Phone: Toll-Free: Fax: Date: For Office Use Only Date Received: Cabin Type: Cabin #: Reservation #:

6 Disclaimer and Cancellation Policies RESPONSIBILITY: Tours of Distinction and its affiliates act only as an agent for the passenger with respect to transportation and hotels and exercise every care possible. However, we can assume no liability for injury, damage, delay, loss, accident or irregularity in connection with the services of any airplane, ship, motor-coach, train or other conveyance used in carrying out the arrangements of the tour. We cannot accept responsibility for losses or additional expenses due to delay or changes in air or other services, sickness, weather, strike, war, quarantine, acts of God, or by other causes beyond our control. All such losses or expenses will have to be borne by the passenger, as tour rates provide for arrangements only for the time stated. We reserve the right to make alterations to this published itinerary. Tours of Distinction reserves the right to cancel the tour prior to departure, in which case the entire payment will be refunded without further obligation on our part. No refund will be made for any unused portion of the tour. PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 1 st Deposit: $350 due at time of reservation + optional insurance 2 nd Deposit: $1,500 due April 23, 2018 Final Payment: June 7, 2018 Cancellation Policy A cancellation fee of $ per person + non-refundable tour expenses will be charged for any cancellation received from time of booking to 121 days prior to departure. A cancellation fee of 50% of the total tour cost + non-refundable tour expenses will be charged for cancellations days prior to departure. A cancellation fee of 100% of the total tour cost will be charged for cancellations received 90-0 days prior to departure. Optional Travel Protection Plan cost per person, based on overall trip cost. Double: $242 pp Single: $276 pp Categories not listed above or single insurance rates may increase the cost of your travel protection. We encourage all travelers to purchase a plan at the time of initial deposit. The Plan Document, which contains the full description of coverage will be provided to you upon plan purchase. Passports ARE required for all cruises. Passports need to be obtained no later than the final payment date of the tour. Space is available on a first come, first serve basis.