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Breakfast, a full day tour to Mekong Delta tour, visit Vinh Long province and Cai Be Floating market – 140km from Hochiminh city. After arrival, we will on board for an exploration of lush vegetations of Mekong Delta and the lively floating market buyers bargaining. Next a rowing boat rides on the maze of shady canals to arrive at a local orchard to enjoy the local tropical fruits and visit the daily activities the handicraft villages of local people. Break time for lunch and then rest before continue to Vinh Long for a land market. Return to Saigon for dinner and Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city .
Day 4: Ho Chi Minh City – Hanoi (B/L)
Breakfast, transfer to airport for morning flight to Hanoi – the capital with old aged-history and rich culture together the strong architecture influence of China and French that allures tourists by its charming beauty. Enjoy a half day city tour to visit the very impressive Museum of Ethnology, one of the finest museums in Vietnam with many exhibits and pictures and houses’ models of 54 ethnic people could make you have truly experience of ethnic minorities inhabiting in Vietnam. Back to the downtown and from here we enjoy one hour cyclo tour of Hanoi’s vibrant Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake, the focal point of the city. In the late afternoon, you will be soaked up with the legends and stories in Water Puppet show. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 5: Hanoi – Halong (B/L)
Breakfast, morning city tour explore the fascinating Old Quarter and also visit Hanoi’s main cultural attractions, including the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, his House on Stilts, the One Pillar Pagoda, the Fine Arts Museum and the Temple of Literature. Lunch at local restaurant then depart to Halong Bay City approximately 3, 5 hours away. Check in hotel. Relax and overnight in Halong beach city.

Day 6: Halong – Hanoi (B/L)
Breakfast, In the morning enjoy a four-hour cruise of this stunning area, stopping along the way to visit some beautiful limestone caves in the Bay. As we cruise our boat staff will serve you a sumptuous local seafood lunch on boat. After 4 hour navigation we sail back to harbor and drive back to your hotel in Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 7: Departure (B)
Breakfast. Free at your own. You may enjoy your free time relax or shopping in Hanoi until transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

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DAY 4 : LUANG PRABANG – KUANGSI WATER FALL    (B/L)
Whole day: Rise early and see monks receiving offerings; visit Phosi Market, then continue to the Khouangsi waterfalls; along the way visit minority villages Ban Na Oun, Ban Ou and Ban Thapene; splash around in the pools near the waterfalls; on returning to Luang Prabang stop at the weaving village of Ban Phanom, then observe sunset at Wat Siphouthabat.
DAY 5: Luang Prabang – Pak ou- Kamu Lodge     (B/L)
The Kamu boat departs from Luang Prabang pier at 09h00 for a cruise up the Mekong River to Kamu Village. On the way to Pak Ou Village, at the mouth of the Nam Ou River a visit is organized to Tam Ting “Caves of a thousand Buddha’s”. Then boat to Kamu Village, arrival at Kamu lodge and check-in. Lunch at the Lodge’s Sala. In the afternoon you may choose to participate in the different activities. You will be rewarded with a very original Lao experience.

•     Rice planting and harvesting in surrounding rice fields.
•     Gold panning (January to June) in the Mekong. Anything you find is yours!
•     Jungle walks to search for medicinal plants.
•     Trekking through the forest to waterfalls (two hour hike and boat ride).
•     Traditional fishing techniques. You can sample your catch for dinner!
•     Local village visit.
•     Archery contest.

Dinner and overnight at Kamu lodge
DAY 6 : Kamu Lodge – Luang Prabang    (B/L)
Breakfast at lodge, after some time to relax and a visit to the village of Kamu P.M trip back to Luangprabang by long tail boat. Transfer to the hotel and hte rest of hte day is devoted for gree.
DAY 7 : Luang Prabang – Pakse    (flight,B,L)
A.M. flight to Pakse then followed our short trip around Pakse city and follwed fresh market bofore we head our trip by road (coffee road ) toward Paksong District stop over at Km 35 to visit the famous Tad Fan Waterfall, Tad Ngueang and ethnic villages in the surrounding area . Trip back to Pakse. Overnight .

DAY 8 : Pakse – Wat Phou – Elephant Ride – Khong Island      (B,L)
After breakfast, continue by road to Champasack to visit Wat Phou (Kmer ruin dated 11th century ) then take a drive toward Kiet Ngong ( a part of Sepiene protected area ) for elephant riding bofore reaching Kong Island, on of hte biggest Islans on the Mekong river in Laos. Overnight
DAY 9 : Khong Island – Siphandon – Pakse    (flight,B,L)
A.M catch the long tail boat to Kone Island to visit the famous Liphi ( Devil Corridor ), and the remnants of the French colonial area ( old pier, stream rail way , former French hospital building and messagerie Maritime Office). Afternoon, catch the ferry boat to Ban Nakasang village and take a drive to visit Khon Phapheng waterfalls ( Niagara of Asia ). Trip back to Pakse. Overnight.
DAY 10 : Pakse – Vientiane     (flight, B)
After breakfast, free at leisure till the time to transfer to the airport for the flight back to Vientiane. Meet and transfer to the hotel for check-in.

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The Rex Hotel has recently undergone a complete refurbishment but still manages to maintain its unique charm. The hotel is located right in the city center and offers guests easy access to some of the city’s best restaurants and shops, including the famous Ben Thanh Market.

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DAY 2 : SIEM REAP EXPLORATION       (B)
We start on our bike and cycle (45 minutes for cycling) to world heritage areas on the roads less travelled. Ride among the jungle passing local village and local shop. It’s a very special and acting day as you will explore some of Angkor’s most beautiful temples. You will visit the West Gate of Angkor Thom – undiscovered by mass tourist.
The ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th century)
See the South Gate, Bayon Temple- unique for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara
Baphuon temple lying just to the north of Bayon a pyramidal representation of mythical Mont Meru
The Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas
The Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King
The tour start with the visiting to the famous temple: Angkor Wat. Angkor Wat is a World Heritage Site since 1992, famous for its beauty and splendor. Angkor Wat features the longest continuous bas-relief in the world, which runs along the outer gallery walls and narrates stories from Hindu mythology, visit Bakheng Temple and enjoy a romantic sun set view form Bakheng hill. Enjoy walking at busy pub street where you can find many bars for cool drink or shopping at Angkor Night Market.
DAY 3 : SIEM REAP – PREK TOAL – SIEM REAP      (B/L)
Drive to the fishing village of Chhong Kneas near Siem Reap and board a private boat. Cruise through the fishing villages of the Tonle Sap to the Biosphere Reserve of Prek Toal: discover the natural splendor of the country as well as the centuries-old lifestyle of the inhabitants of the Lake. Visit Prek Toal floating village and enjoy bird watching in the Bird Sanctuary. Discover the incredible variety of water birds and endangered species such as storks, pelicans and ibises. Picnic lunch provided during tours. We will pass along the floating houses, school, sport hall, even pigs farm and stop at the Gecko Environment Centre which offers information about the ecology and the rich biodiversity of the lake area. Return to Siem Reap port and drive back to your hotel.
Note: The best time for visiting the Bird Sanctuary of Prek Toal is from December to June. Later, as the water level rises, most of the birds scatter away.
DAY 4 : SIEM REAP – ANLONG VENG – PREAH VIHEAR    (B/L/D)
This morning, we drive toward Anlong Veng, it’s known as Khmer Rouge Cultural Site, the last strong hold of Khmer Rouge leaders. We visit the house that once owned by former Khmer Rouge Commander Ta Mok (1979 – 1997) some remaining statues describe the way the rebels lived and how they arranged their troops during their bloody struggle again the government. We take a half an hours walk to a pile of tires which is believed to be the funeral pyre and burial site of Pol Pot, the leader of the Khmer Rouge. Then we continue to Preah Vihear by new branch road. If time permit we will drive up Preah Viear mountain to witness sunset over the ancient land of Khmer empire and overnight nearby the temple.

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DAY 5 : PREAH VIHEAR – KOH KER    (B/L/D)
Early morning we wake up early for sunrise, then we continue to Koh Ker, the remnant of the capital city of the Khmer Empire from 828 AD – 944 AD of a unique period in the Age of Angkor. Visit surrounding Koh Ker temples area such as Rahal Baray, Balang temple, Thneng temple, Linga Shrin, Prasat Andong Kok, in which big lingas still in place. Enjoy a bird’s eye view from the top of Prasat Thom (big temple) that overlooking Dangrek Mountain Range and surrounding forest. We continue to explore the many temples at this incredible site, including the beautiful Prasat Krahom, covered by jungle, and some of the smaller structures such as Prasat Neang Khmau.
DAY 6 : KOH KER – BENG MEALEA – KOMPONG THOM    (B/L)
Today we have a long journey west to the Beng Melea district. Beng Mealea lies at the foot of the southern cliff of Phnom Kulen, 40kms east of Angkor, on the road to the great Preah Khan. It was the starting point of canal which led to the great lake, “Tonle Sap Lake”, which probably used to float the sandstone blocks from nearby quarries downstream to build many of the Angkorian monuments. On the way we stop motorbike about twenty-minute ride into the bamboo forest from the village is a series of Angkorian reliefs carved into the southern cliff of Phnom Kulen, the quality of the work and their preservation is remarkable and the danger of inevitable of the site makes them all the more precious. It is undiscovered tourist site in Angkor areas. We continue to visit Beng Mealea temple, this 12th century temple is enclosed by a moat that is nearly the size of Angkor Wat, but utterly subsumed by jungle. Many of the carvings have recently been plundered due to the temple’s isolation, but that doesn’t detract from the atmosphere. Overnight in Kompong Thom.
DAY 7 : KOMPONG THOM – PHNOM PENH    (B)
Morning we depart for Phnom Penh. Phnom Penh – the city retains its traditional Khmer and colonial charm. French villas along tree-lined boulevards remind the visitor that the city was once considered the gem of Southeast Asia. Recent political changes have triggered an economic boom of sorts, with new hotels, restaurants, bars and nightclubs springing up around the city.
Firstly, visit to the Royal Palace compound build in 1866 by the Predecessors of King Norodom, is the most conspicuous feature and also one of impressive colorful Khmer-style Palaces. Nearside the Royal Palace is Silver Pagoda (The Emerald Buddha temple), display plenty of Buddha Statues that were decorated and made by diamond, emerald, gold and silver. Travelers will proceed to visit Independence Monument which was constructed in 1954 after Cambodian took their country back from French colony, continuing visit to National Museum, the distinctive red building with a beautiful Khmer architecture was build since 1917 and contains more than 5000 art objects made of sandstone, bronze, silver, copper, wood and others. We pass through the River Front park whose scenery is much worth shooting, and continue to the only one hill in town with sacred sites called Wat Phnom before walking along Mekong River bank to see the lovely Phnom Penh city at night with breathtaking view along the river.

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DAY 8 : PHNOM PENH – CHI PHAT (CARDAMOM MOUNTAIN)    (B/D)
Transfer from Phnom Penh to Chi Phat on the national road number 4 with the distance approximately 210 km. Arrive at Andoung Teok where we will catch local boat upstream journey along the Preak Piphot River. During this journey through mangrove forests, as well as witnessing typical river edge villages and homes, be on the lookout for birds and mammals coming to the waters edge to drink You will arrive in Chi Phat district in the afternoon. Then you go to Chi Phat Ecotourism office for the explanation about your trip. Check in at your guesthouse (basic facilities inc. mosquito net) for the refreshment. You are free and wonder around the village explore the different style of living of villager who supported by Ecotourism Office such as home stay, English School.. and we take a short walk to nearby waterfall. Welcome Dinner at the Community Ecotourism Office. It is then an early night to be prepared for an early start the following day.
DAY 9 : SUNRISE CRUISE & BIRD WATCHING    (B/L/D)
We get up early and catch boat cruise along Preak Piphot River and enjoy scenery on the river bank. As the sun rises and you are entertained with the skies changing colors you can enjoy your packed breakfast. Sometimes you pass by school boat where they bring little boys and girls to school. Motorboat cuts its engines and you transfer to a traditional row boat and continue upstream. You can really appreciate the stillness of your surroundings and hear the bird call from the thick forests lining the river. This is the ideal opportunity to see the area’s birdlife as well as watching out for other wildlife such as monkeys and flying squirrels. On the return journey your row boat stops in a delightfully shady spot where you can spend some time swimming in the refreshing waters. We return back to Chi Pat village in the early afternoon. Free and leisure for your own time in the village or you can join with villagers plays football or volley ball. Having dinner with one of family in community.
DAY 10 : BURIAL JAR TRIAL MOUNTAIN BIKING (approx 45 KM)    (B/L/D)
After breakfast at the Community Ecotourism Office you are introduced to your cycle guide and fitted to your mountain bike. It’s a great way to visit the many local waterfalls and swimming areas as well as to get a feel of village life as you pass traditional wooden houses through a canopy of mango, banana and jackfruit tree.
You will discover Mountain Jar-Trail, which is known for its ancient Burial Jars, Wooden Coffins and its beautiful landscape views. We set up our lunch on the top of mountain. We will follow the same trail back to Chi Pat, we stop at a picturesque ‘hidden’ waterfall, Chruos Chhay Ospoat, where will discover the ‘bat cave’ by walking behind. This waterfall is perfect for taking a refreshing shower and jumping into its plunge pool! Just before reaching the village you once again cross the wide Steung Chhay Chrey river, a great opportunity for a late afternoon swim if you wish. From there we will cycle a few more kilometres to the top of Phnom Trangoarl or ‘Bald Mountain’, a perfect sunset location for bird eyes views of the surrounding Cardamom mountains area. After freshening up a tasty dinner will be served at local family. The rest of the evening is then free at leisure to wander around the village and experience rural community night life… If there is chance that local people ceremony festival or religious we will take this opportunity to join activities with local people.
DAY 11 : CHIPHAT – KOH KONG    (B)
After a leisurely breakfast you will bid farewell to Chi Pat as you journey back to Andoung Tuk. On arrival at Andoung Tuk you will meet your waiting vehicle and depart for Koh Kong, allowing you time to reflect on the wonderful and unique Cardamom Mountain trekking experience you have enjoyed in the seldom visited mountains of Cambodia, and taking away very fond memories… We stop at Tatai Waterfall – set in a jungle gorge, has a spectacular 6m shelf falling into rapids below and enjoy swimming in the freshwater. Continue to Koh Kong City. Overnight in Koh Kong.
DAY 12 : KOH KONG – DEPARTURE     (B/L)
After breakfast at your hotel we depart for Mean Chey High School to see the learning environment for Cambodian children and visit Peam Krasaop Wildlife Sanctuary – home of millions of magnificent mangroves, the sanctuary’s numerous alluvial islands. We walk about 1KM into the mangroves forest and then riding in boat or motor boat for visiting Bird Preservation Region. Then we drive into Korng Kang forest, fishing village, crab feeding community and visit. Spotting birds, eagles, monkey and if you are lucky you will able to see the rare Irrawaddy dolphin.
Afternoon we departure to the border – Say goodbye to your Cambodian guide and driver. Goodbye Cambodia!!!!

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Day 3     SAPA and its surroundings        (B/L)
Breakfast at the hotel. Spend a full day discovering the minority villages located in the Sapa Valley. Drive to Lao Chai and then trek (2 km) through rice fields to a traditional Black H’Mong house and then continue the trek to Ta Van village (2 km) to visit a Giay minority village. Lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, walk through a bamboo forest until you reach Giangtachai, a Red Dzao village. This part of the trip is fascinating because of its beautiful sceneries and colourful ethnic minorities such as the Red Dao.  Discover their unique customs and traditions. Your driver will be waiting for you at Giangtachai to drive you back to the hotel. Local lunch in Sapa. Overnight in Sapa.
Note: Depending on the market day, the program of day 2 – 3 might be interchanged.
Day 4     SAPA – PHONG THO        (B/L)
After breakfast, depart to Phong Tho (100 km). On the way, stop to visit the Thac Bac Waterfalls and enjoy the panoramic view of Fansipan from Tram Ton Pass, the highest pass in Vietnam. Then visit the local market of Binh Lu and minority villages along the road (Lantens, Lu, etc…) Lunch en route.Overnight in Phong Tho.
Day 5     PHONG THO – LAI CHAU – DIEN BIEN PHU        (B/L)
After breakfast. drive to Dien Bien Phu (180 km) along the Nam Na Valley. On the way, visit the Red H’mong hamlets.Lunch en route.Overnight in Dien Bien Phu.

Day 6     DIEN BIEN PHU        (B/L)
After breakfast, drive to Muong Phang. Visit the headquarters of General Vo Nguyen Giap.Drive back to Pa Khoang for a boat trip on Pa Khuong Lake and visit the minority villages (Black Thai).Disembark & drive back to your hotel for lunch.In the afternoon, visit Dien Bien Phu Museum (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays), A1 Hill, Dien Bien Phu Cemetery, the bunker headquarters of French Commander Colonel Christian de Castries and the Memorial dedicated to the French soldiers. Overnight in Dien Bien Phu.
Day 7     DIEN BIEN PHU / HANOI         (B)
Breakfast at the hotel and free time until your departure to the airport for your flight back to Hanoi.
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DAY 4: DISCOVER HALONG BAY (B/L/D)
Breakfast, the junk take you to the bay’s untouch areas. It will be the best time for two of you spending time together in the great nature of the bay, discover Halong from the distance to the details. You can ether enjoying swimming on the quiet beachs, visit water tunnels, fishing village or kakaying. This is the best way to see and feel Halong. Lunch served on board by private chef or you even can spend time  together in the secluded beaches cook for each other barbecue seafood lunch on the charcoal kitchen. Afternoon, come back to the junk with your cozy and comfortable room to enjoy the peaceful time of the bay.   Overnight on board.
DAY 5: HALONG – HANOI (B/L/-)
Breakfast, enjoy the beautiful view sunrise over the bay, hand in hand between outstanding natures and totally peaceful with pure fresh air. After breakfast, visit beautiful limestone grotto, one of the most spectacular masterpiece of mother of nature in the bay then back to the boat for a final glimpse of the Halong Bay while cruising back to the dock. On the way back to Hanoi, visit Tho Ha – the famous village of terracotta products before 20th century. Discover village through narrow and zigzag alleys with the old houses had been constructed from broken part of terracotta from the past. Walking over village cemetery to the dike, where you can see the village from distance over the beautiful lake. Overnight in Hanoi.
DAY 6: HANOI – HOI AN (B/L/D)
Breakfast at the hotel, free at leisure then our private car will take you to the airport for the flight to Danang, starting your trip to Hoi An – the ancient town of Hoian, the peaceful but also very attractive place with charming ancient houses, narrow and long valleys still intact from hundreds years ago. A special luxury sea view room is ready for you to check in at Palm Garden Resort, the most ideal place for honeymoon in Hoi An. After the private lunch for two in the resort, the whole afternoon is belong to you to relax. Honey sunlight, blue sea with white sand on the private beach will make you feel so relax in the romantic scenery. Perfect swimming pool and the nearby bar in the resort also can provide you the best condition to enjoy every happy moment in your honeymoon. The romantic dinner in the private atmosphere with candle light will be nice conclusion for the first day of your honeymoon in Hoi An. Overnight in Hoi An.
DAY 7: DISCOVER HOI AN (B/L/-)
This morning, our guide will take you for the tour around the ancient town of Hoi anwith the stops at Phuc Kien Congregational hall, The Japanese covered bridge, Tan Ky ancient house. Then you will have time hand in hand wander around the town to  discover Hoi An on your own. You also can visit Thu Thuy Silk shop, the most prestigious tailor in town that can make your suit within a day with great quality or wandering around the town to buy some souvenir for your beloved. A beautiful lunch will be ready in the private space at Cargo Club, which you can get the great view of Thu Bon river and the ancient town of Hoi An from the balcony of the restaurant. The rest of the day is at leisure together to enjoy the great scenery, nature and facility at the resort. Overnight in Hoi An.

DAY 8: MY SON AND RURAL AREA OF HOI AN (B/L/D)
This morning, you can either to spend more time to explore the town or for some more shopping or to visit the Champa Sanctuary of My Son, one of the World Heritages in Vietnam. It is great complex of brick temples were built from 4th to 13th century for Hinduism worshipping. Back to Hoi An at lunch time for lunch at Morning Glory restaurant. Your honeymoon will be even more meaningful while taking the trip to discover rural area of Hoi An on cyclo in the afternoon. We will cycle along Thu Bon River, seeing the ancient town of Hoi An from distance over the river, getting through local villages, mingle with very hospitable local people before take the boat trip on the river of Thu Bon. Together with your honey, you will have very sweet time sailing along the river, experience the great scenery and activities of the local people and coming back to Hoi An at the sun set time. The day will be ended with romantic dinner in the candle light and roses in Cau Do restaurant. Overnight in Hoi An.
DAY 9: FREE DAY IN HOI AN (B/-/-)
Today you will have the whole day to do thing together on your honeymoon in Hoi An or relax on the beach. There will be two bicycles for your own use till check out time at the resort. A bike ride to rural area of Hoi An over the Cam Nam bridge, along beautiful green rice field, cycling around the ancient town can make your honeymoon to be much more interesting. Overnight in Hoi An.
DAY 10: HOI AN – DANANG – NHA TRANG (B/L/D)
The private  car of Vietnam Honeymoon will pick you up at the hotel and transfer to the airport for the flight to Cam Ranh, starting your honeymoon tour to Nha Trang. Upon arrival to the airport, you will be greeted by the staff of Whale Island Resort and transfer to Whale Island. Well-known for the isolated, quiet and beautiful beach and great scenery, Whale Island is the ideal destination for honeymooners, specially the one who love nature. More than this, a special bungalow for honeymoon will be ready at the resort, provided you the most private and comfortable space in your honeymoon. The rest of the day will be yours to relax in the spectacular scenery of Whale Island before enjoy the special romantic candle-lit dinner served at the resort. Overnight in Nha Trang.
DAY 11: PEACEFUL WHALE ISLAND RESORT (B/L/D)
You have the whole day together to relax and discover Whale Island. Secluded with abandon beautiful beaches and crystal blue water of Nha Trang bay, Whale Island always make you feel together and private in your honeymoon. May be you just doing nothing, indulge yourself to great nature of the Island also can be the highlight of your honeymoon in Nha Trang. The hike on the secluded trail on the mountain around the island also highly recomended. You can discover the islands and have the great viey to Van Phong Bay from above. Overnight in Nha Trang.
DAY 12: NHA TRANG (B/L/-)
Morning is free to enjoy your stay at the resort until check out time to go to mainland then transfer to Nhatrang. You will have lunch in at Nha Trang Seafood restaurant with typical seafood in Nha Trang then check in the Ana Mandara Resort. In the afternoon, you will have a great chance to discover the thermal spring of Thap Ba very famous about mud bath. This kind of spa is not only helps you very relax but also a great therapy to improve your health and skin. There is the private bathtub ready for two of you to enjoy the time together. You will feel invigorated when coming back to the hotel after this mud bath. Overnight in Nha Trang.

DAY 13: DISCOVER NHA TRANG BAY (B/L/-)
Today we will head out for an excursion out to the bay of Nhatrang, one of 28 best bays in the world. Our first stop is at Mun Island, one of the reserved islands in the area. You can spend time for swimming, snorkeling or take a ride on the glass-bottom boat to explore the beautiful underwater life. Nha Trang is the best place in Vietnam for coral, different species of sea creature and crystal blue water. Then we will have lunch on another island, Tam Island, relax on the beach or experience some water sports like parasailing, canoeing, jet-ski…. On the way back, we visit Tri Nguyen Aquarium here you can see some sea creatures you might have not known before. Overnight in Nha Trang.
DAY 14: NHA TRANG – SAIGON (B/-/D)
You have some free time in the morning for you to do some shopping, relax on the private beach of the resort  before check out the hotel and transferred to Cam Ranh airport for the flight to Saigon – the biggest city in Vietnam that used to be well known with the name “The Pearl of Far East”. Upon arrival to Tan Son Nhat Airport, our private  car will take you to the city for checking in to the hotel. After having a rest and spend time relaxing in the afternoon, we will take you to dinner in Vietnam House – very romantic restaurant in town. Overnight in Saigon.
DAY 15: SAIGON CITY TOUR (B/L/-)
Today our guide and private luxury car will take you for city tour in Saigon. Firstly visit Reunification Palace – the former Presidential Palace f Southern Vietnamese Government before 1975. Then visit Notre Dame Cathedral, and Central Post Office. Visit and
Historical Museum efore taking an orientation walk along Dong Khoi and Nguyen Hue streets where you can get the great view of famous city hall in Saigon. After the walking tour around Ben Thanh Market – the best market for retail product in Saigon, enjoy the private lunch for two people in Pho Co Restaurant. Visit Ngoc Hoang temple where you can see hundred of local people coming here for worshiping for their Heath, Luck and Hapiness. Afternoon is free to relax in the hotel or shopping at the center of the city. Overnight in Saigon.
DAY 16: SAIGON – DEPARTURE (B/-/-)
Morning is free at leisure at hotel till your departure time to the airport to flight home.

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DAY 02: NAMNGUM -DANSAVANH RESORT      (B/L/D)
Breakfast, we are heading out of the city. We make our way to Nam Ngum, a huge reservoir created by damming the Nam Ngum River, with stopover at Ban Keun, which is famous for the salt extraction. On arrival, we embark on a long tail boat to Dansavanh Resort where only legal Lao casino available and enjoy an ideal landscape for anyone seeking an overview of lake when the heat becomes unbearable in city. A long the way, we visit some beautiful islets and take a short walk to explore the lifestyle of fish man people, return to Vientiane by late evening. Overnight in Vientiane.

DAY 03: VIENTIANE      (B)
After breakfast, we visit the Morning Market and the weaving village of Ban Nong Bouathong (if time permits). The tour ends after your transfer to Wattay airport or Friendship Bridge for departure.

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Accommodation with meals as specified in the program
English Speaking guide
Private transportation by Mini bus with air-condition
All entrance fees for sightseeing and visits as mentioned itinerary
Services charges, room tax and baggage handling

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International air tickets to and From Vientiane (By own account).
Lao visa fee upon arrival
International departure airport tax in Vientiane at USD 10 net per Person.
Personal insurance
Expenditure of a personal nature, such as drinks, souvenirs and laundry etc.
Others not mentioned nor specified above not to be included in the tour prices.

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This part of the trip is fascinating with beautiful scenery and colourful ethnic minorities such as the Red Dao with their unique customs and traditions. Your driver will be waiting for you at Giangtachai to bring you back to the hotel. Local lunch in Sapa.
Overnight in Sapa.
DAY 4 : SAPA / LAO CAI
After breakfast at the hotel, you check out. You will then have an excursion to one of the charming minority markets in the region (depending on which day of the week it is).
After a local lunch, drive to Lao Cai for the overnight local train to Hanoi leaving at 20h15 (Note that Victoria train depart at 21h05).
Overnight on the train.
Market days:
Monday: Paso Market (110 km from Sapa or 150 km from Lao Cai).
Wednesday: Chin Xen (116 km from Lao Cai or 156 km from Sapa) or Cao Son (80 km from Lao Cai or 120 km from Sapa).
Thursday: Lung Khau Nhi (61 km from Lao cai or 90 km from Sapa).
Saturdays: Can Cau Market. Located in a neighboring valley to Sapa. To reach the market, follow a spectacular road with beautiful scenery. This market is the weekly meeting point for Flower H/Mong, Fula, Black H’Mong and is one the most authentic markets in the region. After the market, visit some nearby villages before returning leisurely to Lao Cai.
Sundays: Muong Khuong or Bac Ha Markets: the busiest market of the region where you will meet the H’Mongs, Fula, Dao and other ethnic minorities who come and exchange not only the goods but the gossip of their own community.
Note:Tuesdays’ Coc Ly Market is temporally inaccessible until further notice.
Note: Room for day use at Lao Cai until the train’s departure is recommended.
Option:After visiting the market, return to Hanoi by road (360 km = 7h) along the Red River. On the way, we could stop to visit some minority villages. Arrive in Hanoi early in the evening. Overnight in Hanoi.
DAY 5 : LAO CAI / HANOI
Arrive in Hanoi at around 4h30 (local train) or 5h30 (Victoria train) and proceed to your hotel.
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 DAY 2: SIEM REAP – Departure (B, L)
-    Have breakfast at hotel
-    Today start to visit the temple of Banteay Samre and going on to the citadel of woman – Banteay Srei – jewel indisputable of the Khmer art: entirely have been  constructed by hard pink sandstone, wonderfully sculpted, perfectly preserved and restored. On the way back you will discover a production of sugar palm that make by craftsman (in dry season).
-    Lunch at local restaurant
-    Your afternoon will start with a visit the crystal temple, Ta Keo, then the victory gate, Thommanon and Ta Prohm, before transfer to the air-port of Siem Reap for departure flight to next destination. End of services.

The order of this itinerary is subject to change depending on flight, climate & other objective elements.

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•     We continue to visit the fabulous Ta Prohm embraced by the roots of enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers
•     Prasat Kravan – With its unique brick sculptures
•     Srah Srang – The Royal Baths” was once used for ritual bathing
•     Banteay Kdei – Surrounded by four concentric walls
•     Thommanon and Chaosay Tevorda temple.

Welcome dinner with Apsara Dance show at local restaurant. For those travelers thirsting for cultural highlights of Cambodia, No visit to Cambodia is complete without attending at least one traditional Khmer dance performance, often referred to as ‘Apsara Dance’ after one of the most popular Classical dance pieces. Traditional Khmer dance better described as ‘dance-drama’ in that the dances are not merely dance but also meant to convey a story or message.
DAY 3 : SIEM REAP EXPLORATION    (B/L)
After breakfast we continue to visit:

•     The ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th century)
•     See the South Gate, Bayon Temple- unique for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara
•     Baphuon temple lying just to the north of Bayon a pyramidal representation of mythical Mont Meru
•     The Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas
•     The Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King

The tour start with the visiting to the famous temple: Angkor Wat. Angkor Wat is a World Heritage Site since 1992, famous for its beauty and splendor. Angkor Wat features the longest continuous bas-relief in the world, which runs along the outer gallery walls and narrates stories from Hindu mythology. Visit Bakheng Temple and enjoy a romantic sun set view form Bakheng hill.
Enjoy foot massage 1 hour before transfer to your hotel.
DAY 4 : SIEM REAP – DEPARTURE    (B/L)
After breakfast at your hotel we continue to visit:

•     Banteay Srei: nearly everyone’s favorite site. The special charm of this temple lies in its compact size, remarkable state of preservation, and the excellence of it decorative carving
•     Banteay Samre: Its rose-colored sandstone walls are decorated with carvings and bas-reliefs, which are among the most accomplished Angkor has to offer.

Transfer to Siem Reap airport for departure to next destination. Say goodbye to your Cambodian guide and driver. Goodbye Cambodia!!!!

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