14 Day Vietnam & Cambodia itravel Carlingford Exclusive Escorted Tour including Mekong River Cruise

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1 14 Day Vietnam & Cambodia itravel Carlingford Exclusive Escorted Tour including Mekong River Cruise 30 September October 2019 Includes: Return Economy Airfares incl. Taxes from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane 12 Breakfasts 9 Lunches 11 Dinners 3 Nights Siem Reap sightseeing included Deluxe 7-night cruise in a Panorama Suite (Category B) with Avalon's exclusive Comfort Collection Beds. Enjoy an intimate & itravel Carlingford Exclusive river cruise experience with a maximum of 36 guests on board. While on board the ship, enjoy complimentary wine with dinner and complimentary coffee, tea, soft drinks, local beer, and local spirits throughout the day. 2 Nights Ho Chi Minh City sightseeing included Gratuities Vietnam Visa for Australian Passport Holders Itravel Back Pack Itravel Visor or Cap Photo memory book when you return itravel Carlingford Escort Excludes: - Cambodia Visa - Travel Insurance - Personal Items - Ha Long Bay and Bangkok Extension Twin Share Pricing: Category B - $7795pp only 12 cabins Category A - $8345pp only 6 cabins Land Only Twin Share Pricing (No Airfare) Category B - $7195pp only 12 cabins Category A - $7745pp only 6 cabins ONLY 18 CABINS! *90% Single supplement applicable. *Terms and Conditions Apply. Flights included are from Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne on Vietnam Airlines in Economy Class. Guests can choose to pay a supplement for Premium or Business Class. Please note Price is correct as of 6 December 2017, price can change at any time prior to deposit. To secure your spot a $500pp deposit is required within 5 days of booking.

2 Our Vessel Avalon Saigon The all-suite Avalon SaigonSM, our newest Suite Ship in Asia, was specifically designed to offer the best cruise experience on the Mekong River. She is one of only two ships in the industry, along with her sister ship the Avalon Siem ReapSM, cruising from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap* (or vice versa) eliminating hours of motorcoach travel time, which means you enjoy more cruising! The ship has been meticulously crafted to offer all the modern features you expect, yet it retains the colonial charm fitting to Vietnam and Cambodia. While the number of guests on the ship may be small, the ship isn t. Built as long and wide as other ships that carry twice as many guests, the public spaces never feel congested. From the air-conditioned Panorama Lounge to the open-air observation lounge, there is plenty of seating and spots to relax. Plus, our lounges are located at the front of the ship, not the back, so no matter where you sit you ll always have a great view. Our crew embodies the spirit you first, no matter what. From the reception staff and bartender to wait staff and room attendant, we always deliver exquisite service that s comfortable and friendly, never stuffy! With Avalon, our ship becomes your home away from home. *Cruising to Siem Reap is dependent on water levels. Built Length Crew Members 24 Staterooms - 18 Ship Amenities Air-conditioned Panorama Lounge Open-air observation lounge with shade system & premium lounge chairs Spacious, open-seating dining room Bar serving premium spirits, wine & complimentary coffee, tea, soft drinks, and local beer/spirits throughout the day Complimentary Wi-Fi access in the lounges (where signal is available) Spa treatment room Fitness Room Library and games Non-smoking interior and staterooms Dining Spacious, open-seating dining room Delectable regional & Western cuisine with all onboard meals Seasonal recipes featuring the freshest local ingredients Vegetarian options available with all meals Complimentary coffee, tea, soft drinks, local beer/spirits with all onboard meals Daily early-riser coffee & tea Full breakfast buffet with live cooking station Complimentary juices with breakfast Lunch buffet with live cooking station showcasing local specialties served by our Head Chef Four-course à la carte dinners with choice of salads, soups, entrées, dessert or cheese Complimentary wine with all onboard lunches & dinners

3 Suites - Category A & B sq. ft. Features Comfort Collection Beds Soft & firm pillows Nightly turn-down service 14' Wall-to-Wall Panoramic window measuring that opens to create a large Open-Air Balcony Spacious closets with shelves for ample storage Alarm clock Bathrobes & slippers In-room safe In-house telephone Egyptian super-combed cotton linens Choice of bed configuration Bedside tables with reading lamps Large private bathroom featuring full shower with glass door, hairdryer, and premium bath amenities Easy under-bed luggage storage Writing desk/vanity with mirror & comfortable chair Complimentary bottled water Individual climate control

4 Deck Plans Photos shown are from a sister ship, for representative purposes. Ship will be built in So which room would you like?

5 Itinerary 1. ARRIVE IN SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA. Fly From Sydney and arrive in Siem Reap, your base during your visit to Angkor, considered by many to be the most spectacular architectural ruins on Earth! 2. SIEM REAP. This morning, start your sightseeing of the TEMPLES OF ANGKOR. Constructed between the 9th and 13th centuries, the temples were built around the Khmer interpretations of Indian religious and political beliefs that ultimately evolved from Hinduism to Buddhism. The complex architectural grandeur of the Angkor temples is arguably unmatched among ancient ruins anywhere in the world. First, visit the best preserved and most famous of all the temples: ANGKOR WAT, honouring the Hindu god Vishnu. Featuring five trademark towers and stunning bas reliefs, it has become a symbol of Cambodia. Then, visit BANTEAY SREI, a unique temple dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Unlike other temples, it is built on a small scale from red sandstone, which can be carved like wood. This evening, enjoy a PRIVATE APSARA DANCE PERFORMANCE, where the ancient Khmer culture is brought to life by talented dancers, singers, and musicians. (B,L,D) 3. SIEM REAP. Today, continue your sightseeing of the Angkor temples by TUK-TUK. Start at ANGKOR THOM where you will explore BAYON TEMPLE. One of the few Buddhist temples in Angkor, it features some 200 striking faces carved in 54 towers and impressive bas reliefs. Next stop is TA PROHM, which, unlike the other temples, has been left relatively untouched. Tree roots grow over and through the ruin walls, allowing you to experience the temple with the same wonder as the early explorers who discovered it. Lastly, stop at LES ARTISANS D'ANGKOR, a development project teaching young adults traditional handicraft techniques. The rest of the afternoon is at your leisure to explore this charming town. (B,D) 4. SIEM REAP (EMBARKATION). This morning, transfer to the port and board your river cruise vessel for your CRUISE down the Mekong through Cambodia and Vietnam. This afternoon, enjoy time on board the ship as you cruise through Tonle Sap (Great Lake). After the rainy season, this massive body of water can cover around square kilometre (10,000 square miles) and provides the perfect breeding ground for fish, which provide food for people living on the lake. This evening, enjoy a welcome reception. (B,L,D) 5. KAMPONG TRALACH-KONPONG LOUANG- PHNOM PENH. Today, visit Kampong Tralach for an OX CART RIDE past rice paddy fields and the beautiful Cambodian countryside. Along the way, stop to MEET WITH A LOCAL FARMER and learn more about his daily life. Lastly, visit the SILVERSMITH VILLAGE of Konpong Louang. Here, you will see talented craftsmen use age-old techniques to turn pure silver into works of art. Then sail

6 to the capital city of Phnom Penh. After lunch, your sightseeing tour by private cyclo includes visits to the ROYAL PALACE with the spectacular SILVER PAGODA and the NATIONAL MUSEUM, featuring an outstanding display of Khmer artifacts. (B,L,D) 6. PHNOM PENH. Sightseeing this morning provides a glimpse of the atrocities inflicted on the Cambodian people by the Khmer Rouge regime. Visit the TUOL SLENG GENOCIDE MUSEUM, a former high school that housed over 17,000 prisoners. Of this number, it is believed that less than 15 survived the torture and avoided being sent to the Killing Fields. You will also visit one of the KILLING FIELDS, where over 200,000 people were killed by the Khmer Rouge. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore the city. Just before dinner, children from a local orphanage will put on a SHOW featuring local song and dance. (B,L,D) 7. WAT HANCHEY-ANGKOR BAN. Wat Hanchey-Angkor Ban. This morning, visit WAT HANCHEY, a temple dating back to the 8th century and the Chenla Empire. Located on a hilltop, enjoy stunning views of the surrounding area and partake in a TRADITIONAL WATER BLESSING given by local monks. After lunch, enjoy a WALKING TOUR through the rural village of Angkor Ban. Here, you will see traditional Khmer houses and visit a LOCAL SCHOOL. (B,L,D) NOTE: The climb to Wat Hanchey features a steep incline. If you feel you are unable to make the climb, you will be driven to the top by car. 8. BORDER CROSSING-CHAU DOC, VIETNAM. Cross the border this morning into Vietnam and sail to Chau Doc. Upon arrival, walk through the LOCAL MARKET and absorb the atmosphere as locals are busy buying and selling fish, meat, and produce. After lunch, join a sampan excursion down the backwaters of the river to the religious sites at the base of SAM MOUNTAIN. Along the way, see traditional floating homes, speedboat merchants, a market selling dried goods, and more. (B,L,D) 9. LONG KHONG A-CU LAO GIENG. After breakfast, a sampan brings you to the village of LONG KHONG A, where cotton weaving is a well-preserved tradition. Spend time at one house for a COTTON-WEAVING DEMONSTRATION and a chance to talk with the family. In the afternoon, board a sampan and enjoy scenes of daily life along the river. Stop at a LOCAL HOME, where a skilled family works together to hand-craft sampans for a living. Then, ride a specially designed MOTOR CART to one of Vietnam's oldest churches for a special INTERACTION WITH A CATHOLIC PRIEST. (B,L,D) 10. BEN TRE. This morning, board a sampan for a scenic cruise to Ben Tre. Visit a LOCAL WORKSHOP to see how rice wine and traditional coconut candy are made. Then, continue on to a LOCAL GARDEN, where several types of fruit indigenous to the area are grown. This afternoon, enjoy time on board the ship as we sail to exciting Ho Chi Minh City. (B,L,D)

7 11. HO CHI MINH CITY (DISEMBARKATION) Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City, still known as Saigon to many. This morning, enjoy a WALKING TOUR of the city's famous and historic landmarks as you stroll through the heart of the city along Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Catinat) past Ho Chi Minh Square, the Municipal Theatre, the Central Post Office, and Notre Dame Cathedral. Stop at the Rex Hotel for a refreshing DRINK at the popular ROOFTOP BAR where the U.S. Military held the infamous "Five O'Clock Follies" during the war. Next, visit the WAR REMNANTS MUSEUM followed by BEN THANH MARKET, the largest and oldest in the city. For lunch, participate in a hands-on VIETNAMESE COOKING CLASS. Head into the classroom and learn how to prepare different local dishes and the techniques necessary to recreate them once you return home. Last but not least, sample your delicious creations! The afternoon is at your leisure to explore this lively city. (B,L,D) 12. HO CHI MINH CITY. EXCURSION TO CU CHI TUNNELS. This morning, leave the city and drive through vast expanses of rice paddies to visit the CU CHI TUNNELS, an extraordinary network of tunnels more than 193 kilometres (120 miles) in length that was used by the Viet Cong as a hideout and secret village during the war. Here, you will learn about how the tunnels were constructed and have a chance to walk through a section to experience what life would have been like underground. Return to Ho Chi Minh City and enjoy the remainder of the afternoon at your leisure. This evening, join your travelling companions for a special farewell dinner hosted by your Cruise Director. (B,D) 13. HO CHI MINH CITY. Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning, you will then be transferred to the airport for your flight to Sydney. (B) 14. SYDNEY. Arrive into Sydney.