VIETNAM & LAOS 17D16N 2014-2015 Tour code: GBSPK003 BRIEF ITINERARY Day 1 HO CHI MINH CITY - Arrival Day 2 Mekong Delta Cai Be floating market Vinh Long Town (BL) 2 hours by minivan Day 3 Ho Chi Minh City Cu Chi Tunnels (BL) Day 4 Ho Chi Minh City - Da Nang (B) - 1 hour flight Day 5 Da Nang - My Son Sanctuary (B) Day 6 Da Nang - Hoi An - Visit Ann Tailor for a free tailor-made item of clothing B) Day 7 Hoi An - Foodie tour (BL) Day 8 Hoi An City tour (B) Day 9 Hoi An - Relax (B) Day 10 Hoi An Da Nang Ha Noi City tour (BL) - 1h hour by flight Day 11 Ha Noi Ha Long Bay (BLD) 4 hours by minivan Day 12 Ha Long Bay - Ha Noi (BL) - 4 hours by minivan Day 13 Ha Noi Luang Prabang (B) - 1 hour and 10 minutes by flight Day 14 Luang Prabang Pak Ou Cave Kuangsi Waterfall (BL) Day 15 Luang Prabang - City tour (B) Day 16 Day 17 Luang Prabang - Relax (B) LUANG PRABANG Departure (B) 32 Tien Giang St., Tan Binh Dist., HCMC l Tel: +84-8-3547 0787 l Fax: +84-8-3547 0788 09 Phan Chu Trinh St., Hoi An City, Quang Nam Province l Tel: +84-510-391 9293 l Fax: +84-510-391 9779 l www.hoianexpress.com.vn
VIETNAM & LAOS Day 1 Ho Chi Minh City Arrival Upon arrival, welcome by your guide and transfer to hotel for check-in. Hoi An Express s staff will provide you with a kit containing a detailed itinerary, tickets, a mobile phone with a local sim card,andaanntailorgiftvoucher. This voucher is a gift from us which will let you choose from one of five items we offer to be custom made for you by Ann Tailor while you are in Hoi An. You will also receive a discount 20% on any additional clothes you have made during your visit. Rest of the day free at leisure. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City. 5* option: HOTEL EQUATORIAL HO CHI MINH CITY -Deluxe 4* option: VISSAI SAIGON HOTEL Deluxe 3* option: THE WHITE HOTEL Standard Day 2 Mekong Delta Cai Be Floating Market & Vinh Long Town (BL) 2 hours by minivan The day will begin with a two-hour ride from Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong Delta. Upon arrival, we will take a boat cruise to visit Cai Be Floating Market. The floating market is one of the most interesting and exciting attractions to visit in the Mekong Delta. At the floating market you can watch locals aboard their small boats trading fresh goods and local commodities. Leave Cai Be for Binh Hoa Phuoc Islet where the maze of shady creeks will surely fascinate you. You will have a chance to linger amidst the local farmers, learn the secrets of their bonsai gardening and sample local products. We will continue to Vinh Long Town passing through the My Thuan Suspension Bridge that sits high above the Mekong River from once side to the other. We will then experience a traditional lunch meal at a local home prior to returning to Hotel. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City. 5* option: HOTEL EQUATORIAL HO CHI MINH CITY -Deluxe 4* option: VISSAI SAIGON HOTEL Deluxe 3* option: THE WHITE HOTEL - Standard Day 3: Cu Chi Tunnels & Ho Chi Minh City tour (BL) Start the day with a visit to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, a network of tunnels stretching over 200 km. Cu Chi became legendary during the 1960's in playing a vital role in the Vietnam War by allowing Viet Cong (communist guerillas) to control large rural areas, just 30 to 40 km away from Ho Chi Minh City. lunch at a local Vietnamese restaurant, we will visit some famous landmarks in Ho Chi Minh City such as: War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, andthien Hau Pagoda in China Town. Then, return hotel and relax. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City. 5* option: HOTEL EQUATORIAL HO CHI MINH CITY -Deluxe 4* option: VISSAI SAIGON HOTEL Deluxe 3* option: THE WHITE HOTEL - Standard
VIETNAM & LAOS Day 4 Ho Chi Minh City -Da Nang (B) - 01 hour flight After breakfast, transfer to airport to take a flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, pick up and transfer to hotel. While staying here you can join one of the highest wheel in Asia Sun Wheel and go around the city to have an overview of this beautiful bridge city with Dragon bridge, Thuan Phuoc bridge. Overnight in Da Nang. 5* option: FURAMA RESORT DA NANG Garden Superior 4* option: GRAND MERCURE DANANG - Superior 3* option: PRINCESS HOTEL - Superior Day 5 Da Nang My Son Sanctuary (B) A visit to the My Son Sanctuary is an experience that should not be missed while visiting the beautiful city of Hoi An. With us as your tour guide, enjoy a half-day trip to visit the capital and religious centre of the former Champa Kingdom, My Son, which has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. During a time spanning from the 4 th to 8 th centuries, when Tra Kieu (then known as Simhapura) served as the political capital of Champa, My Son was the site of the most important Cham intellectuals and a religious centre. It is also believed that this site could have been used as a place of burial for Cham monarchs. My Son is considered to be Cham s counterpart to the grand cities of South-East Asia s other Indian influenced civilizations: Angkor (Cambodia), Bagan (Myanmar), Ayuthaya (Thailand), and Borobudur (Java). Free time in the afternoon. Overnight in Da Nang. 5* option: FURAMA RESORT DA NANG Garden Superior 4* option: GRAND MERCURE DANANG - Superior 3* option: PRINCESS HOTEL - Superior Day 6 Da Nang - Hoi An - Visit Ann Tailor for a free tailor-made item of clothing (B) 12:00 Pick up at the hotel and transfer to Hoi An. Take a measure for a free tailor-made item of clothing before check in hotel. Overnight in Hoi An. 5* option: SUNRISE HOI AN BEACH RESORT Deluxe Garden View 4* option: RIVER BEACH RESORT & RESIDENCES Deluxe 3* option: SEA AND SAND HOTEL -Deluxe Day 7 Hoi An - Foodie Tour (BL) Discover Hoi An s countryside and its local foods by motorbike or bicycle. We will start our tour by going through the countryside vegetables village and stop to enjoy a bowl of Cao Lau. Cao Lau is a traditional Hoi An specialty composed of local noodles, pork, fresh vegetables and rice paper. The noodles are made with local sticky rice soaked in the water that must be taken from Ba Le Well. You will have time to visit and try to make special cakes (white roses) at a local family, and have the opportunity to enjoy them. Before the end of the tour, we will go to Cam Nam to enjoy the Yin and Yang food. This tour is definitely an interesting journey. Free time in the afternoon. Overnight in Hoi An. 5* option: SUNRISE HOI AN BEACH RESORT Deluxe Garden View 4* option: RIVER BEACH RESORT & RESIDENCES Deluxe 3* option: SEA AND SAND HOTEL -Deluxe
VIETNAM & LAOS Day 8 Hoi An City tour (B) Exploring Hoi An on foot is one of the best ways to absorb the beauty of this city. While walking around Hoi An, exploring the small yet beautiful town, tourists (even frequent visitors) find that it is a place of quiet and peace. The unique atmosphere combines elements of Vietnam, China and Japan. The most remarkable views are from the ancient houses, reminding visitors of a long gone past and providing a momentary glimpse of a more subdued and simple time. The tour includes visits to Hoi An s Museum, many of the town s renowned Ancient Houses which boast remarkable architecture, Assembly Halls of Chinese influence, a handicraft workshop, and of course the Japanese Covered Bridge. Free in the afternoon. Overnight in Hoi An. 5* option: SUNRISE HOI AN BEACH RESORT Deluxe Garden View 4* option: RIVER BEACH RESORT & RESIDENCES Deluxe 3* option: SEA AND SAND HOTEL -Deluxe Day 9 Hoi An Relax (B) Today is full day free at leisure on your own relaxation or shopping. Overnight in Hoi An. 5* option: SUNRISE HOI AN BEACH RESORT Deluxe Garden View 4* option: RIVER BEACH RESORT & RESIDENCES Deluxe 3* option: SEA AND SAND HOTEL -Deluxe Day 10 HoiAn Da Nang Ha NoiCity Tour (B) 1 hour by flight Transfer (no guide) to Da Nang airport to catch the flight to Hanoi. Once arrived in Ha Noi and checked-in to your hotel, you visit the Temple of Literature (The first Imperial School in Vietnam), Hoan Kiem Lake, the Jade Mountain Temple, But Tower (Pen-Shaped Tower), Dai Nghien (Ink Stand), The Red painted wooden and the Huc Bridge Have a cyclo (pedicab) ride around Ha Noi ancient town. Overnight in Ha Noi. 5* option: SHERATON HANOI HOTEL Deluxe 4* option: FLOWER GARDEN HOTEL Deluxe 3* option: FLOWER HOTEL - Superior Day11 HaNoi HaLongBay(BLD) -4 hours by minivan The shuttle bus will pick you up at your hotel and depart for Ha long Bay, we go through the scenic countryside. The wondrous Ha Long Bay is truly one of Vietnam s most impressive scenic sights. Heading out of thetownweembark on a boat for an exploration of the legendary Ha Long Bay. This exciting five hour cruise will provide us a fantastic view of the picturesque scenery blending with the sky and some 3,000 limestone islands rising amazingly from the clear and emerald water. The limestone karsts formations are littered with beaches, grottoes and beautiful caves. Along the way we will anchor for a leisurely swim in a secluded cove and an enjoyable visit iitto oneof themanyhiddenhidd grottoes beneathtowering cliffs. Overnight on the Junk Cruise. 4* option: EMOTION CRUISE Deluxe 5* option: BHAYA CLASSIC Deluxe 3* option: ANNAM JUNK Deluxe
VIETNAM & LAOS Day 12 Ha Long Bay Ha Noi (BL) - 4 hours by minivan After breakfast, swimming and sunbathing. After lunch, return to Ha Noi. Overnight in Ha Noi. 5* option: SHERATON HANOI HOTEL Deluxe 4* option: FLOWER GARDEN HOTEL Deluxe 3* option: FLOWER HOTEL - Superior Day13 HaNoi LuangPrabang(B) 1 hour 10 minutes by flight Transfer (no guide) to Noi Bai airport to catch the flight to Luang Prabang, Laos. Set at the confluence of two rivers that almost surround the town, and beneath a temple-topped hill, Luang Prabang is a wonderful patchwork of traditional Lao wooden houses and hints of European architecture; reminders of when Laos was part of the French colony of Indochine. Rest of the day free at leisure on your own. Overnight in Luang Prabang. 5* option: LUANG PRABANG VIEW HOTEL Superior 4* option: VILLA SANTI HOTEL Deluxe 3* option: VILLA LAO WOODEN HOUSE -Deluxe Day 14 Luang Prabang Pak Ou Cave - Kuangsi Waterfall (BL) After breakfast, embark on a two hour cruise in a long-tail boat on the Mekong River and visit the mysterious Pak Ou Caves. En route, typical Laotian villages are barely visible behind thick foliage. Wooden canoes bobbing by the shore attached to bamboo poles can be seen everywhere while floats mark the location of nets and fish traps. Arrive at Pak Ou and explore the sanctuaries which consist of two large caves. Both repositories house thousands of Buddha images, which range from mere centimetres to two meters in height. Returning to Luang Prabang by car. After lunch, drive south to one of Luang Prabang s most picturesque sights, the Kuang Si waterfall. On arrival, take a leisurely hike through the national park towards the Kuang Si waterfall. For the more adventurous, continue to the top of the main waterfall where you may choose to swim in a large pool. Transfer back to your hotel by private vehicle. Free time to explore the colorful night Bazaar Overnight in Luang Prabang. 5* option: LUANG PRABANG VIEW HOTEL Superior 4* option: VILLA SANTI HOTEL Deluxe 3* option: VILLA LAO WOODEN HOUSE -Deluxe Day 15 Luang Prabang - City Tour (B) If you re able to wake up before dawn (05:30am) to witness and participate in offering alms to hundreds of saffron-robed monks an awe-inspiring sight dating back generations in Laos. Optional walking through the morning market where all local products are being sold, watch the town come to life in the morning then return to the hotel for breakfast. (If you do not wish to make an offering, please keep an appropriate distance and observe the ritual in silence. Dress appropriately shoulders, chest and legs should be covered).
VIETNAM & LAOS After breakfast, start your visit to the Royal Palace, which is now a National Museum and houses the precious exhibits that used to be possessions of the former Laos Royal family. (Open from 8:30am to 11.30am and from 1.30pm to 3.30pm daily except on Tuesdays) Continue with the exploration of the main Buddhist temples of Luang Prabang including; Wat Visoun, a 16th century temple which serves as a small museum for religious artifacts; Wat Aham, built in the early 19th century temple and Wat Xiengthong, a 16th century temple which epitomizes all the elegance and grace of Luang Prabang architecture. Take the opportunity to interact with the monks at the Wat Mai temple before ending the day with a climb of 328 steps to the top of Phousi Hill. Where you can watch the sun set over Luang Prabang town and the two rivers and forested hills which form its natural borders. Free time in the afternoon. Overnight in Luang Prabang. 5* option: LUANG PRABANG VIEW HOTEL Superior 4* option: VILLA SANTI HOTEL Deluxe 3* option: VILLA LAO WOODEN HOUSE -Deluxe Day 16 Luang Prabang Relax (B) Relax and discover Luang Prabang by yourself. Overnight in Luang Prabang. 5* option: LUANG PRABANG VIEW HOTEL Superior 4* option: VILLA SANTI HOTEL Deluxe 3* option: VILLA LAO WOODEN HOUSE -Deluxe Day 17 Luang Prabang Departure (B) After breakfast, free at leisure until transfer to airport to catch the departure flight. END OF SERVICE.
INCLUSIONS EXCLUSIONS QUOTATION Inclusions: Pre-approval for Vietnam visa upon arrival Hotel pick-up and return by new air-condition minivan Accommodations (twin/double/triple share) check-in time: 14:00, check-out time: 12:00 All entrance fees Boat trip in Ha Long, in Mekong delta Mineral water Meals specific in the itinerary (B = Breakfasts, L = Lunch, D = Dinner) Stationed English speaking tour guides Travel insurance Domestic Flight ticket in Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City Da Nang; Da Nang Ha Noi), 20 kg checked baggage, 7 kg hand baggage Internal Asia flight ticket (Ha Noi Luang Prabang), 20 kg checked baggage, 7 kg hand baggage Child 0 5 years old: 10%, 6 10 years old: 50% (sharing bed with parents, maximum 2 children), full charge for adult price if request separate bed. Join in a group tour of maximum 10 persons. Exclusions: Visa stamp fee USD45 (paid to the Visa office at Tan Son Nhat Airport) Visa to Laos USD30 (paid at the border) Compulsory dinner on 24 Dec and 31 Dec surcharge will be advised and added by Hoi An Express Tips and gratuities Personal expenses such as: shopping, telephone, beverage, etc. All International air tickets from/to Australia All others services not mentioned in inclusion Hotel standard Public rate (twin/double/triple share) Public rate (single room) 5* option AUD4,500 AUD6,300 4* option AUD3,850 AUD4,150 3* option AUD2,700 AUD3,350
DEPARTURE DATES 2014 AUGUST: 7, 14, 21, 28 SEPTEMBER: 4, 11, 18, 25 OCTOBER: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 NOVEMBER: 6, 13, 20, 27 DECEMBER: 4, 11, 18, 25 2015 JANUANRY: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 FEBRUARY: 5, 12, 19, 26 MARCH: 5, 12, 19, 26 APRIL: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 MAY: 7, 14, 21, 28 JUNE: 4, 11, 18, 25 JULY: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 AUGUST: 6, 13, 20, 27 SEPTEMBER: 3, 10, 17, 24 OCTOBER: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 NOVEMBER: 5, 12, 19, 26 DECEMBER: 3, 10 *** Note If you cannot choose any from above departure dates, please contact us at info@hoianexpress.com.vn, we will check the availability and we may arrange the trip departing on your request date.
FLEXIBLE BOOKING For daily tours in HCMC or in Hoi An, guests can request to exchange one full day for other full day tour or 2 half day tours without surcharge. Night time tour with dinner can be added with only USD 33 per person (paid directly to Hoi An Express). Ho Chi Minh City tours Half day tours SSG0002 "EXPLORE HO CHI MINH CITY - EXPLORING THE BIGGEST & BUSIEST CITY " SSG0024 "EXPLORE CHO LON - DISCOVERING CHINA TOWN BY CYCLO " SSG0029 "HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR - SHOPPING IN HO CHI MINH CITY " SSG0003 "CU CHI TUNNELS - EXPERIENCING VIETNAM WAR " SSG0035 HOME COOKING CLASS Night time tours SSG0007 "SAI GON BY NIGHT - VIETNAMESE WATER PUPPETS" SSG0011 "SAI GON BY NIGHT - DINNER & SIGHTSEEING ON BOARD " SSG0009 "SAI GON BY NIGHT - DINNER & SHOPPING " Full day tours SSG0012 "HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR - HISTORICAL DISCOVERY (Depart daily except Monday)" SSG0037 HAVE FUN IN VIETNAM SSG0004 "HISTORICAL EXCURSION - CU CHI TUNNELS & CAO DAI TEMPLE" SSG0015 "HISTORICAL EXCURSION - CU CHI TUNNELS & HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR " SMK0001 "MEKONG DELTA - MY THO - BEN TRE COCONUT VILLAGE " SMK0002 "CAI BE FLOATING MARKET - VINH LONG TOWN" SSG0020 "TEMPLE & MOUNTAIN EXCURSION - CAO DAI TEMPLE - BLACK LADY MONTAIN " Hoi An/Da Nang tours Half day tours CHA0001 CHA0004 CHA0002 CHA0006 CHA0035 CHA0036 CHA0043 Full day tours CHA0003 CHA0031 CHA0034 CHA0011 CHA0010 CHA0009 CHA0017 CHA0036 Night time tours CHA0023 CHA0043 CHA0044 HOI AN CITY TOUR HOI AN + LANTERN MAKING DISCOVERIES MY SON SANCTUARY HOI AN BOAT TRIP TO TRADITIONAL VILLAGES MARBLE MOUNTAIN BICYCLE TOUR FOODIE TOUR MY SON SANCTUARY AND HOI AN BICYCLE TOUR (FULL DAY) HANDMADE VILLAGES TOUR HUE, THE IMPERIAL CITY DA NANG DISCOVERY CHAM ISLAND HOI AN CITY TOUR AND MARBLE MOUTAIN MY SON SANCTUARY AND MARBLE MOUNTAIN HOI AN MYSTERIOUS NIGHT FOODIE TOUR DANANG NIGHTLIFE TOUR
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