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SOUTHEAST
ASIA
BORNEO | CAMBODIA | INDONESIA | LAOS | MYANMAR
PHILIPPINES | THAILAND | VIETNAM
2021 – 2022
Majestic Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Our Award-Winning Collection Of Escorted Tours & Tailormade Holidays
The Winner Of ‘Best Specialist Tour Operator’ 10 Years Running – Globe Travel Awards,
The Most Prestigious Accolade In The Travel Industry
CONTENTS
WELCOME TO YOUR GUIDE TO SOUTHEAST ASIA 4 – 13
SOUTHEAST ASIA!
The Wendy Wu Tours difference..................................... 4 Award-winning expertise & Our price promise................... 9
Your tour, your way...................................................... 6 Cultural encounters.................................................... 10
Taking care of your safety & Guided by the very best.......... 8 Discover Southeast Asia with Wendy Wu Tours...............12
CLASSIC TOURS 14 – 41
Vietnam Impressions..................................... 10 days 16 Laos & Cambodia Unveiled.............................18 days 30
S 12 days 18
Vietnam at a Glance...................................... Indochina Delights........................................ 17 days 32
Vibrant Vietnam............................................ 15 days 20 Grand Tour of Indochina................................. 28 days 34
S 18 days 22
Vietnam Panorama ....................................... Thailand Highlights....................................... 13 days 36
Around Cambodia S 15
........................................ days 24 Myanmar Explorer......................................... 11 days 38
S 17 days 26
Angkor to the Bay ......................................... Hidden Treasures of Myanmar......................... 17 days 40
Mekong Odyssey........................................... 21 days 28
VICTORIA MEKONG TOURS 42– 53
The Victoria Mekong – NEW....................................... 44 Mekong Explorer........................................... 22 days 50
A Mekong Experience.....................................14 days 46 Thailand & Mekong Experience – NEW............. 21 days 52
S 17 days 48
Classic Mekong.............................................
GO BEYOND TOURS 54 – 71
Thailand & Laos Adventure............................. 16 days 56 Vietnam & Cambodia Discovery.......................21 days 64
Highlights of Laos.........................................15 days 58 Best of Borneo..............................................16 days 66
Vietnam Explorer...........................................14 days 60 Incredible Indonesia...................................... 16 days 68
Vietnam Trails...............................................16 days 62 Philippines Discovery – NEW.......................... 16 days 70
Come and join us on an extraordinary adventure through this enchanting region on one of our TAILORMADE SOUTHEAST ASIA 72 – 75
90
experience-packed tours. As every traveller is different, we’ve developed a range of touring styles How does it work?...................................................... 73 Tailormade Touring and Special Groups......................... 74
that will allow you to travel your way. Discover the best option for you here:
EXTENSIONS & STOPOVERS 76-109
98 –89
CLASSIC PRIVATE Vietnam Extensions.................................................... 78 Philippines Extensions – NEW..................................... 86
See the classic sights in the company of an expert guide so A private tour follows a pre-defined itinerary but with the benefit Cambodia & Laos Extensions....................................... 80 Myanmar Extensions.................................................. 87
that you can really understand the history and culture of the of your own personal guide. Perfect for couples and families Thailand Extensions......................................................82 Victoria Mekong Extensions – NEW.............................. 88
destination. On our Classic tours we take care of everything, that want greater flexibility on when they travel and the style of
Malaysia & Indonesia Extensions................................. 84 Singapore & Hong Kong Stopovers.................................89
leaving you to sit back and enjoy the experience to the full. accommodation. Most of our group tours can operate on
These tours are fully inclusive of all meals and a comprehensive a private basis.
MORE INFORMATION 90 –99
touring programme including authentic cultural experiences.
TAILORMADE Airlines..................................................................... 90 Your questions answered..............................................94
GO BEYOND For the ultimate in bespoke touring, one of our expert
Hotels....................................................................... 92 Booking your trip....................................................... 96
Venture off the beaten track to explore fascinating destinations consultants will help you in designing a tour to meet your
Southeast Asia for all seasons..................................... 93 Booking conditions.......................................................97
away from the tourist trail. With smaller group sizes and greater exact requirements. Select your choice of destinations,
flexibility, you will discover the local culture in depth and see accommodation, touring and experiences to create the S Exclusive solo departures available
sights rarely witnessed by other travellers. Our Go Beyond tours perfect holiday for you.
may take you away from the comforts of home but will reward
you with the experiences of a lifetime. SPECIAL GROUPS
If you’re travelling with ten or more other passengers, we
SOLO TRAVELLERS can arrange your own, independent Special Group tour.
We have reserved selected departures of some of our most Whether that's a group of friends and family, or even a club
popular tours exclusively for customers who prefer to share or association, we'll tailor any of our tours to suit your
their wonderful holiday experiences with a readymade group's wishes so you can enjoy a unique, fully escorted
group of like-minded solo travellers. We provide a room of holiday without the hassle of organising everything yourself.
your own with no single supplement to pay, while our expert See page 75 for more details.
guides take care of you throughout the tour. Please check
opposite for tours with exclusive solo departures and see
page 6 for more details.
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Although 2020 wasn’t quite what we imagined, it’s made us even more determined to
deliver unforgettable adventures so you can embrace every moment for 2021-2022.
Our brand new Southeast Asia brochure is packed with inspiring tours and authentic
experiences which capture the true essence of this wonderful region. With over 20 years
of expertise, we’ve mastered the art of creating memorable tours, and our fantastic
National Escorts who make our tours even more extraordinary can’t wait to show you
their homeland. We’ll take care of every aspect of your trip so all you have to do is relax
and enjoy the journey, plus it’s all at exceptional value too!
I'm also thrilled to announce the addition of two brand new Southeast Asia tours for
2021-2022, both of which I know you will love. Thailand & Mekong Experience
takes you to the very best of Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand in one incredible trip,
including a leisurely cruise aboard our very own Victoria Mekong ship, and Philippines Wendy Wu – Owner, Wendy Wu Tours
Discovery offers a chance to explore the natural splendour of these glorious islands.
We look forward to welcoming you on a Wendy Wu tour soon!
THE WENDY WU TOURS
DIFFERENCE
OUR REPUTATION OUR EXPERTISE OUTSTANDING EXCEPTIONAL FANTASTIC OFFERS COMFORT & AMAZING TOURS TIPPING MADE
AND YOUR PEACE No one knows our GUIDES VALUE AND We are renowned for our CONVENIENCE & AUTHENTIC EASY
OF MIND destinations like we do, Our much-loved National INCLUSIONS amazing Business Class We hand-pick comfortable EXPERIENCES We will advise you how
We have won our industry’s and we are passionate Escorts, whose knowledge Flights, accommodation, and Premium Economy hotels in great locations, On tour with us, you will be much and when to tip
‘Best Long Haul Specialist about sharing the best and dedication have won meals, touring, trains, upgrades, which make have a ‘seat and a half’ immersed in culture and and our National Escort
Tour Operator’ award for of them with you, so us the best reputation in cruises, evening shows, your holiday all the more policy on our coaches history through experiences will take care of it on
10 years running, we have there is no one better to the industry, will make amazing guides and special, and we work with and include all meals on such as meeting local your behalf.
a 5-star TripAdvisor rating, recommend the very best your holiday with us visas…we include it all. leading airlines to offer you our Classic tours, so you families, learning ancient
a Gold Award Feefo tours and experiences for truly extraordinary. regional departures, so can relax and enjoy your traditions and watching OUR ONLY GOAL
Accreditation and 98% your holiday. travelling with us is more holiday with us, knowing cultural shows. We also We are only satisfied when
of our customers would convenient than ever. everything is taken care of. include delicious local you come back to travel
recommend travelling with meals in each region. with us again and again –
us! We are also fully ABTA Look out for the only then do we know that
and ATOL-protected. ‘Experiences You’ll Love’ we’ve done a good job of
box on each tour page! serving you.
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YOUR TOUR, YOUR WAY
We want everyone who travels with us to enjoy each extraordinary day of their Wendy Wu
PHYSICAL
adventure, so we’ve made it easy for you to choose your perfect holiday. You can select based on RATING 1 3 5
Tour Style (which you’ll find inside the front cover), by Physical Rating (see opposite page) and if
you’re travelling solo why not join one of our departures reserved exclusively for Solo Travellers? All our tours feature a LEVEL 1 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 5
physical rating to help A reasonable level A good level of You’ll need to be fit
you select the right of fitness is required fitness is required as and adventurous to
ACCOMMODATION STYLES SOLO DEPARTURES holiday for you. Every
You can be safe in the knowledge that your Solo travellers are more than welcome on any of our but it’s more about you need to be participate in these
one of our tours require spending time on your comfortable walking tours as on some days
accommodation has been hand-picked to best suit holidays, but we’ve reserved a few departures of our most
the ability to walk around feet rather than covering for 2-3 hours and you will be active for
the locations you’ll visit. Our Classic tours feature popular tours exclusively for customers travelling
sights unaided, whilst large distances. You’ll covering longer most of the day. The
comfortable, locally rated 3 star plus to 4 star properties, on their own. These special departures feature smaller
more active tours involve be getting on and off distances. Other terrain may be more
ranging from smart business hotels to family-run group sizes, free chauffeur transfers to and from the
longer walks, cycling and coaches and boats, activities such as cycling challenging and
guesthouses. On Go Beyond tours you may find airport, free airport lounges and complimentary drinks on
other physical activities. walking around the will be at a gentle pace the activities more
yourself in more unusual, characterful or more rustic arrival! See tours: Vietnam at a Glance (p.18), Vietnam
Tours at altitude will have sights and climbing and will involve physically demanding.
accommodation which fits perfectly with these tours’ Panorama (p.22), Around Cambodia (p.24), Angkor to
a higher physical rating. some steps. straightforward terrain.
adventurous spirit. the Bay (p.26) and Classic Mekong (p.48) in this brochure
For more information on
or check our website at www.wendywutours.co.uk for LEVEL 2 LEVEL 4
why each tour has been
TOUR PACE more information.
rated the way it has, have Involves a little more Similar physical activities
Many of our tours are busy, but that’s because we want
a look at the ‘Detailed time on your feet than to Level 3 but they may
to make sure you don’t miss a single thing. Packing your CUSTOMISE YOUR TRIP
Tour Dossier’ available a Level 1 tour and may be longer in duration
holiday full of special experiences means some early starts If you’d like to explore your destination further or arrange
to download on the tour involve more steps and/ or on slightly more
and long days, but you can be sure that you’ll return home a stopover on your flight all you have to do is ask!
page of our website. or walking. challenging terrain.
with many incredible memories! Read our Tour Dossiers We have a fantastic range of extension and stopover
and check the Physical Ratings to see if the pace and packages (see page 78) or, if you’re looking for something
activity levels are right for you. a bit different, our knowledgeable team of experts can
help you customise your very own extension to any tour
in this brochure.
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Taking care of your safety Award-winning expertise
Our customers’ safety has always been our highest priority at Wendy Wu Tours. Working We are so proud of the numerous awards we’ve
closely with our partners overseas and our highly experienced National Escorts, we are proud received over the years in recognition of the
of our reputation for taking the utmost care of every customer’s safety and wellbeing. extraordinary travel experience we provide to TRAVEL AWARDS 2020
our customers. We’re just doing what we do WINNER
For 2021 and beyond we have strengthened our safety management processes to include
best – creating memories to cherish and providing
measures to protect our customers and local staff from COVID -19. These new measures
exceptional levels of customer service.
include protection whilst travelling, sightseeing, at mealtimes and at hotels. Guided by the
UNWTO (United Nations World Tourism Organisation) and WTTC (World Travel & Tourism
Council) as well as local government regulations, our protocols include personal protection,
extensive disinfecting, and social distancing measures. Recommended by you
Rest assured that we will do everything possible to keep you safe on your holiday, while also Awards are all well and good, but it’s our customer
helping you enjoy every moment along the way! feedback that means the most to us. We’re proud of our
For details of our safety guidelines please visit www.wendywutours.co.uk 5-star TripAdvisor rating and the fact that so many of
our customers would be happy to recommend us to their
Guided by the very best
friends and family – that’s all the accolade we need.
Our guides are the stars of the show; it is their unrivalled knowledge, passion and expertise that 98% of customers would be happy to
will transform your tour experience from good to truly extraordinary! recommend us to their friends and family!
''Our guide couldn’t do enough for us through the
2 weeks of our tour, his knowledge and love for his
beautiful, amazing country, Cambodia, was second
to none. He is by far the best tour guide I have
ever had on all my travels around the world. His
approach to his job as a tour guide is a mirror of the
way he lives his life, he is truly a role model, I would
love to have him be my guide on all of my future
travels with Wendy Wu.''
Graham Farthing
Our Price Promise
If you find any of our tours cheaper elsewhere, we’ll match the price!
AWARD - WINNING GUIDING ALL OF OUR
PRICE MATCH PROMISE 100% NO SURCHARGE NEVER KNOWINGLY
On all of our group tours you will be accompanied by NATIONAL ESCORTS...
Our tours are renowned for their PROMISE UNDERSOLD
a dedicated guide, known as your ‘National Escort’. comprehensive inclusions and
Their dedication, personality and sense of fun will
Have at least five years guiding experience Once you’ve paid, you’ve paid! As If you find a Wendy Wu tour being
exceptional value for money. We’re soon as we confirm your booking sold elsewhere for less than our
immediately put you at ease and make you feel part Are fluent in English so confident you won’t find the same you can relax knowing the holiday published price, let us know
of the family. tour at a better price that if you do,
Are born and raised in Southeast Asia price won’t increase and you’ll and we’ll match the price you’ve
we’ll not only match it, but we’ll also never have to pay extra for currency been quoted.
You will be able to put your utmost trust in your guide
Go through rigorous and ongoing training programmes offer you a discount of £200 per fluctuations and surcharges, etc.
who will navigate you through the eccentricities of the
person on a future booking.
local way of life. Are at your service 24 hours a day
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Cultural encounters, ASIAN COOKERY
every step of the way CLASSES
Get an authentic taste of Southeast Asia in
a hands-on cookery class. Master the art
To make sure you truly immerse yourself in your chosen destination we pack every single one of of a Thai or Vietnamese dish, and be sure
our tours with authentic cultural experiences. We’ve highlighted our favourite ones on each tour to note down the recipe for later!
page in the ‘Experiences You’ll Love’ box; but for now, here are just a few examples of what you
can look forward to…
TREKKING IN SAPA
Hike through the lush rice paddies
surrounding Sapa on a route that showcases
the area’s very best views, and stop at
ethnic minority villages so you can spend
VISIT AN IBAN
time with the friendly communities. LONGHOUSE
Travel deep into the Bornean rainforest to visit
a community of the island’s native Iban people.
You’ll be welcomed into a traditional longhouse
to enjoy dancing and lunch on Iban cuisine.
WILD ELEPHANT SAFARI
Head into the heart of the Kui Buri forest, one
of the few places in Thailand you can still see
elephants in the wild. You might even spot
a tiger, leopard or Asiatic bear...
EXPLORE KOMODO
NATIONAL PARK
Meet a park ranger and learn about their
conservation work to protect these titanic
dragons on a two-day safari around
this far-flung corner of eastern Indonesia.
INLE LAKE LEG ROWERS VIETNAMESE
Cruise the beautiful Inle Lake in Myanmar’s BASKET BOATS
highlands and admire the unique rowing Try your hand at paddling Vietnamese bamboo
technique of the local Intha people as they basket boats through the Cam Thanh coconut
fish in its tranquil waters. forest near Hoi An.
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Discover Southeast Asia
with Wendy Wu Tours
6 MANDALAY
Southeast Asia is a dream destination for many travellers – with captivating scenery, tranquil
BAGAN SAPA
MYANMAR
1 temples and sensational food, it’s easy to see why. Uncover countless cultures, beautiful
INLE LAKE
CHIANG
HANOI landscapes and fascinating history in this most enchanting region.
IRRAWADDY
RIVER
5 RAI
4
LAOS
HALONG BAY
LUANG
CHIANG PRABANG
MAI
VANG VIENG
VIETNAM WENDY'S TOP 8 SOUTHEAST ASIA SIGHTS
VIENTIANE
YANGON
THAILAND
MEKONG
RIVER HUE 1 HALONG BAY 2 ANGKOR
PAKSE
AYUTTHAYA HOI AN Drift the tranquil, emerald waters and soak up the beauty of the The Angkor temples exude a rare majesty that few places on the
KANCHANABURI
BANGKOK 2 foliage-cloaked limestone karsts on our Vietnam tour itineraries. planet can match – admire them on any itinerary featuring Cambodia.
ANGKOR QUI NHON
8
SIEM REAP
HUA HIN MANILA
PHNOM NHA TRANG
DALAT
PENH PHILIPPINES
SAIGON
CAMBODIA (HO CHI MINH CITY)
PHAN THIET
SIHANOUKVILLE
3 BORACAY
KOH SAMUI
EL NIDO
MEKONG DELTA
PHUKET
3 MEKONG DELTA 4 LUANG PRABANG 5 CHIANG MAI
Explore the lush Mekong Delta, meeting the locals Luang Prabang is one of the most The culturally rich city of Chiang Mai is
and experiencing the culture, as part of a deluxe captivating towns in Asia and is a place of an excellent destination for those seeking
LANGKAWI 3-night or 4-night cruise on the ‘Victoria Mekong’ great spiritual and natural beauty, which activities such as trekking, rafting or
7 (pages 42-53). can be visited on any Laos itinerary. meeting hill tribes. Visit on Thailand and
MALAYSIA KOTA KINABALU
Mekong Experience (pages 52-53).
KUALA LUMPUR
SINGAPORE
KUCHING
BORNEO
6 BAGAN 7 BORNEO 8 PHILIPPINES
With hundreds of temples dotting the Borneo offers stunning beaches, untouched Explore the rich culture and glorious landscapes of
sacred landscape of the central plains, rainforests, tribal traditions and a the Philippine archipelago, from the rice terraces
Bagan is Myanmar’s most sublime sight. wonderful range of activities to delve into. and volcanic lakes of the north to the caves and
INDONESIA Experience it for yourself on any Myanmar Cruise on the Kinabatangan River to spot beaches of the south (pages 70-71).
itinerary (pages 38-41). abundant wildlife (pages 66-67).
JAVA
BALI
FLORES
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CLASSIC TOURS
For those looking for a fully escorted, fully-inclusive group journey
Meticulously designed journeys perfect for those who ALL YOUR MEALS ARE INCLUDED
want to see iconic sights and magnificent treasures on Whilst breakfasts tend to be a mixture of local eats and
a fully-inclusive tour that is also fantastic value! With all familiar dishes from home, when it comes to lunch and
your arrangements taken care of you can travel with the dinner, you’ll be dining in local establishments. We include
utmost ease and confidence, accompanied throughout a few ‘feature meals’, so you get to taste the signature
by one of our industry leading National Escorts. dishes of the region, whilst the rest of the time you’ll eat
a whole, delicious range of your destination’s best food.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
• International airfares NATIONAL ESCORTS
• 3 star plus – 4 star accommodation You can be safe in the knowledge that throughout
• All meals your tour you’ll be in the company of one of our
• All transportation in destination award-winning National Escorts. With their unparalleled
• All entrance fees, guides and daily tours knowledge, charisma and talent, these wonderful people
• Visa fees as stated for UK & EU passport holders are what can push your holiday from fantastic into the
realms of truly unforgettable.
EVERYTHING TAKEN CARE OF
With a Classic tour all your arrangements are taken care AUTHENTIC EXPERIENCES
of – your flights, all accommodation, transfers, touring, Thanks to the extensive expertise of our team, we can make
meals, evening entertainment and, in most cases, your sure you get to see those rarely visited places that will give
visas too! So, all you have to do is show up, explore and you a more authentic experience of the culture of the region
enjoy. You will be exploring with a group of a maximum and the chance to meet the friendly local people. Keep an
of 28 fellow travellers, unless you choose one of our eye out for the ‘Experiences You’ll Love’ box on every tour
two Myanmar tours (max. group size 20), or Mekong page, for a taste of cultural encounters that you will enjoy.
Odyssey or Around Cambodia (max. group size 18).
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VIETNAM IMPRESSIONS
HANOI (2N)
CLASSIC
STYLE
VIETNAM
OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
HALONG BAY COUNTRY
VIETNAM
IMPRESSIONS
(1N)
VIETNAM
PHYSICAL RATING
2
1
DANANG
10 DAYS FROM HOI AN
IS THIS TOUR FOR YOU?
(2N) xThe perfect way to see the key
£2,390
PER
highlights of Vietnam in a concise
PERSON 10-day tour. From the beauty of
CU CHI
Halong Bay to the fertile Mekong
Delta you’ll get a fascinating snapshot
FLIGHT INCLUSIVE SAIGON (3N) of this captivating country.
FROM THE UK
MEKONG DELTA PLANE COACH
PLANE COACH
BOAT TRAIN
BOAT
ALL MEALS
TOUR TICKLIST
Stroll through old Hanoi
Practise Tai Chi on magnificent
Halong Bay
Wander charming Hoi An
Explore vibrant Saigon
Drift along the Mekong Delta
Visit the astonishing Cu Chi
Tunnels
Visit the Confucian Temple of Literature in Hanoi Enjoy the stunning Halong Bay
Caption Be charmed by Hoi An
PRICE INCLUDES ITINERARY
• 8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 8 dinners
• International flights and current taxes DAYS 1-2: FLY OVERNIGHT TO HANOI who built it over 200 years ago, before seeing are well-documented. This evening enjoy EXTEND YOUR STAY...
a performance of the A O Show – a music, PRICES AND DEPARTURES
• Domestic transportation Fly overnight to Vietnam’s vibrant capital city, the elaborate Japanese Bridge, a Chinese
• 4 star accommodation Hanoi. Depending on your time of arrival the temple and the bustling market. Stop en route dance and acrobatic spectacular at the + Departing Friday returning Sunday
rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the to visit Reaching Out, a social enterprise craft Saigon Opera House. 2021 DATES
• Touring with guides and entrance fees
local culture. workshop, and watch the artisans at work. 19 Feb - 28 Feb £2,490 10 Sep - 19 Sep £2,590
DAY 10: FLY SAIGON TO UK
Vietnamese cooking is renowned across the
DAYS 3-4: HALONG BAY CRUISE Spend your day at leisure before transferring 05 Mar - 14 Mar £2,390 22 Oct - 31 Oct £2,590
world for its innovative use of fresh ingredients
Spend the day cruising amongst spectacular to the airport for your flight to the UK, arriving 02 Apr - 11 Apr £2,590
and spices – this evening, learn all about the
seascapes, fringed by jagged karst formations home the same or following day. 2022 DATES
local produce and the necessary skills in a
jutting from emerald waters. Halong Bay, with hands-on cookery class. NOT LOOKING TO JOIN A GROUP? 18 Feb - 27 Feb £2,590 09 Sep - 18 Sep £2,690
MUI NE BEACH EXTENSION
its 1,600 islands and islets, was designated Call us to arrange this itinerary as a private tour. 04 Mar - 13 Mar £2,590 21 Oct - 30 Oct £2,690
DAY 7: TRAVEL TO SAIGON 3 nights from £590pp
a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994 and
01 Apr - 10 Apr £2,590
is a vision of awe-inspiring beauty. You’ll even Spend your day in Hoi An at leisure before CAMBODIA 4 NIGHTS OR
explore one of the bay’s many caves. Spend flying to Saigon in the afternoon. A seamless ANGKOR WAT 3 NIGHTS EXTENSION Flight and supplement information
a night onboard before returning to Hanoi blend of past and present, Saigon offers from £520pp • Based on London Heathrow departures
the next day. a glimpse into Vietnam’s ever brighter future. • Regional UK departures available
HONG KONG STOPOVER
• Flight upgrades available on request
DAY 5: EXPLORE HANOI DAY 8: MEKONG DELTA 2 nights from £310pp
• Land only from £1,790 (Hanoi – Saigon)
Exuding a wonderfully exotic aura, Hanoi is Journey to Ben Tre to take a cruise on the
Visit page 76 to learn more about all of our • Single room from £290
Experience traditional Vietnamese egg coffee the perfect combination of old Asia and mighty Mekong. This area is known as the
extensions and stopovers. • Tipping paid locally US$60
new, bringing together the legacy of a colonial ‘Rice Basket of Vietnam’, the rich and fertile
EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE past with a modern buzz in one fast-paced lands producing huge amounts of rice,
yet graceful city. Sightseeing today includes a coconuts, vegetables and tropical fruits.
wander through the Old Quarter’s atmospheric Paddle through the maze of palm-lined canals,
xperience a coffee break with a local
E
tangle of streets, with a break for a traditional getting a glimpse of daily life on the Mekong
twist in Hanoi! Taste traditionally-prepared
Vietnamese egg coffee in an atmospheric Vietnamese coffee. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Delta, and enjoy a lunch of typical Mekong
local café. Quarter, where you’ll pass Ho Chi Minh’s fare. Return to Saigon.
monumental mausoleum and Ho Chi Minh’s
aster the art of Vietnamese cooking,
M DAY 9: CU CHI TUNNELS
Stilt House and see One Pillar Pagoda and
visiting a local market in Hoi An to talk to Contemplate the horrors of guerrilla warfare at
the Temple of Literature. Fly to Danang and
sellers and buy fresh ingredients that you’ll the astonishing Cu Chi Tunnels, where you’ll
then use to whip up your own culinary
transfer to the UNESCO-listed town of Hoi An.
see the legendary tunnel network used by the
masterpiece! DAY 6: HOI AN COOKING CLASS Viet Cong during the war. Following this, head
njoy Saigon’s most extraordinary production,
E Take a morning walking tour of charming into the centre of Saigon to see Notre Dame
the A O Show! This breathtaking Hoi An. This is a wonderfully graceful and Cathedral and the neoclassical Central Post
performance showcases the beauty and traditional place; the lantern-lined streets, Office – both grandiose legacies of a colonial
cultural richness of Vietnamese rural life brimming with shops and tailors, are a delight past. Also visit the Reunification Palace;
through music, dance and acrobatics. to wander. Visit a lovely old house, still and the chilling War Remnants Museum Explore vibrant Saigon Take part in a Vietnamese cooking class
Caption
occupied by the descendants of the merchants where the brutality of the war and its victims
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VIETNAM AT A GLANCE
HANOI (3N)
CLASSIC
STYLE
VIETNAM AT
HALONG BAY COUNTRY
VIETNAM
A GLANCE
(1N)
VIETNAM
PHYSICAL RATING
2
1
HUE (1N)
DANANG
12 DAYS FROM
HOI AN (2N)
IS THIS TOUR FOR YOU?
xHave limited time but still want to
£2,490
PER
experience Vietnam’s top sights? With
PERSON this tour you can tick off the highlights
CU CHI
with visits to charming Hoi An,
historical Hue, spectacular Halong Bay
FLIGHT INCLUSIVE OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
SAIGON (3N) and much more.
FROM THE UK
MEKONG DELTA PLANE COACH
PLANE COACH
BOAT TRAIN
BOAT
ALL MEALS
TOUR TICKLIST
Explore fascinating Saigon
Discover the Cu Chi Tunnels
Drift along the Mekong Delta
Be inspired by charming Hoi An
Marvel at Hue’s Imperial Citadel
Wake to a Halong Bay sunrise
Enjoy magnificent views of Halong Bay Marvel at Hue’s Royal Tomb Visit the Confucian Temple of Literature in Hanoi
PRICE INCLUDES ITINERARY
• 10 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 10 dinners
• International flights and current taxes DAYS 1-2: FLY OVERNIGHT TO SAIGON vegetables and herbs. Here you can enjoy World Heritage Site and a vision of awe-inspiring EXTEND YOUR STAY...
the lush green countryside, stroll through beauty, it’s easy to see why it is one of Vietnam’s PRICES AND DEPARTURES
• Domestic transportation Fly overnight to Saigon, Vietnam’s most
• 4 star accommodation evocative city. Depending on your time of the gardens to see the farmers at work and most beloved destinations. This evening, enjoy + Departing Tuesday returning Saturday
arrival the rest of the day is yours to start try your hand at their traditional techniques. a delicious dinner on board and spend the night 2021 DATES
• Touring with guides and entrance fees
soaking up the local culture. Later spend the afternoon at leisure back out on the karst-studded waters. 09 Feb - 20 Feb £2,690 01 Jun - 12 Jun £2,490
in Hoi An or at the local beach.
DAY 3: DISCOVER SAIGON DAY 11: THE QUINTESSENCE OF 09 Mar - 20 Mar £2,590 03 Aug - 14 Aug £2,790
This morning, contemplate the struggles DAY 7: IMPERIAL HUE TONKIN 16 Mar - 27 Mar £2,590 21 Sep - 02 Oct £2,690
of guerrilla warfare at the famous Cu Chi Leave Hoi An for Hue, taking a scenic route Rise early this morning for a beautiful 23 Mar - 03 Apr £2,690 28 Sep - 09 Oct £2,790
Tunnels before returning to Saigon. This over the Hai Van Pass. The epitome of sunrise over the bay. Return to Hanoi this 06 Apr - 17 Apr £2,790 05 Oct - 16 Oct £2,790
exuberant city is driving Vietnam forward into Vietnam’s dynastic past, Hue is a dignified afternoon and later, see the Quintessence SAPA EXTENSION
3 nights from £810pp 13 Apr - 24 Apr £2,790 19 Oct - 30 Oct £2,890
the modern world, but it is also a treasure and scholarly city. Visit the imposing Imperial of Tonkin show, a spectacular open-air
trove of fascinating heritage. See the colonial Citadel and Forbidden Purple City. Extensively performance celebrating the rich history 04 May - 15 May £2,490 02 Nov - 13 Nov £2,890
BANGKOK STOPOVER
Notre Dame Cathedral and visit the Central damaged during the Vietnam War, the citadel of northern Vietnam. 3 nights from £470pp
11 May - 22 May £2,490
Post Office, the Reunification Palace, and the still exudes much of the grandeur of its past. 2022 DATES
chilling War Remnants Museum. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Royal Tomb DAY 12: FLY HANOI TO UK HONG KONG STOPOVER
Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or 08 Feb - 19 Feb £2,690 31 May - 11 Jun £2,690
of Minh Mang, a complex of 40 monuments 2 nights from £310pp
DAY 4: MEKONG DELTA set in surroundings of gardens and pools. following day. 08 Mar - 19 Mar £2,790 16 Aug - 27 Aug £2,590
Journey to Ben Tre to take a cruise on the Visit page 76 to learn more about all of our 15 Mar - 26 Mar £2,790 20 Sep - 01 Oct £2,790
Continue to the old Thien Mu Pagoda before NOT LOOKING TO JOIN A GROUP?
Mekong. Paddle through the maze of palm- extensions and stopovers.
Visit Tra Que Village taking a cruise on the Perfume River. Call us to arrange this itinerary as a private tour. 22 Mar - 02 Apr £2,790 27 Sep - 08 Oct £2,790
lined canals and get a glimpse of daily life on 05 Apr - 16 Apr £2,790 04 Oct - 15 Oct £2,790
the Mekong Delta. Enjoy a lunch of typical DAY 8: FLY TO HANOI
EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE Mekong dishes and make a stop at Vinh Trang Fly to Hanoi. Take the afternoon at leisure or
19 Apr - 30 Apr £2,790 18 Oct - 29 Oct £2,890
Pagoda en route back to Saigon. start your explorations of Vietnam’s capital. 03 May - 14 May £2,790 01 Nov - 12 Nov £2,890
ry your hand at ancient cultivation techniques
T 10 May - 21 May £2,690
with members of the local farming community DAY 5: JOURNEY TO HOI AN DAY 9: EXPLORE HANOI
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in Tra Que village and enjoy a cooking Fly to Danang and transfer to Hoi An. This Sightseeing today includes a wander through
afternoon take a walking tour of this charming the Ho Chi Minh Quarter, where you’ll see • Based on London Heathrow departures
demonstration of a regional speciality.
town – a wonderfully laidback and wilfully Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and the Stilt • Regional UK departures available
xplore the vibrant streets of Hanoi’s
E • Flight upgrades available on request
traditional place, whose streets are a delight House set in the gardens of the Presidential
Old Quarter by cyclo, stopping off at a
to wander. Visit an old merchant’s house, Palace. Also visit One Pillar Pagoda and the • Land only from £1,890 (Saigon – Hanoi)
café to sample a traditionally-made, local
Quan Cong Temple, the elaborate Japanese Confucian Temple of Literature. End the day’s • Single room from £320
speciality, egg coffee.
Bridge and the bustling market. Stop en route explorations with a cyclo tour through the • Tipping paid locally US$65
ake your seats for ‘the Quintessence
T to visit Reaching Out, a social enterprise craft Old Quarter and enjoy a flavourful Vietnamese
of Tonkin’, an outdoor spectacular that Dedicated solos departure
workshop, and watch the artisans at work. egg coffee.
perfectly showcases the rich culture
and daily life of Vietnam’s northern river DAY 6: TRA QUE VILLAGE DAY 10: HALONG BAY
delta through talented performers, water Head out into the countryside to Tra Que, Board a traditional-style sailing ship on
puppetry, and lights. a small farming community that supplies Halong Bay, cruising amongst the karst peaks
many hotels and restaurants in the area with on the tranquil green waters. A UNESCO Explore
Captionthe waters of the Mekong Delta
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CLASSIC
VIBRANT
OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
HALONG BAY VIETNAM
(1N)
VIETNAM
VIETNAM
PHYSICAL RATING
1
HUE (2N)
15 DAYS FROM DANANG
HOI AN
IS THIS TOUR FOR YOU?
(2N) A signature Vietnam experience, this
£2,790
PER
2-week journey takes you from top to
PERSON toe, featuring all of Vietnam’s must-see
CU CHI NHA TRANG (1N) sights, as well as plenty of opportunities
DALAT (2N) to soak in the wonderful culture and
FLIGHT INCLUSIVE SAIGON (3N) interact with the local people.
FROM THE UK MEKONG DELTA PLANE COACH BOAT
ALL MEALS
TOUR TICKLIST
Explore Hanoi by cyclo
Learn of grand dynasties past
in Hue
Wander charming Hoi An
Unwind on Nha Trang beach
Ride through Dalat by steam train
Drift on the Mekong Delta
Admire the Imperial City of Hue Ride Dalat’s steam train Relax on Nha Trang Beach
PRICE INCLUDES ITINERARY
• 13 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 13 dinners
• International flights and current taxes DAYS 1-2: FLY OVERNIGHT TO HANOI DAY 7: HOI AN WALKING TOUR DAY 10: NHA TRANG COASTAL CRUISE of Vietnam’, the rich and fertile soil producing
Take to the turquoise waters for a cruise a plethora of rice, coconuts, vegetables and PRICES AND DEPARTURES
• Domestic transportation Fly overnight to Hanoi, Vietnam’s elegant Leave Hue for Hoi An, taking a scenic route
Departing Friday returning Friday
• 4 star accommodation capital city. Depending on your time of arrival, over the Hai Van Pass. This afternoon take around the many little islands off Nha Trang’s tropical fruits. Here you’ll paddle through
the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up a walking tour of this charming town. coast. There’ll be a stop at an island to enjoy the maze of palm-lined canals, taste local 2021 DATES
• Touring with guides and entrance fees
the local culture. A wonderfully laidback place, Hoi An’s streets the balmy waters for yourself, and a visit to a produce, visit a local family, lunch on typical 12 Mar - 26 Mar £2,790 01 Oct - 15 Oct £2,990
are a delight to wander – visit the Japanese fishing village. Head up into the cooler climes Mekong dishes and enjoy traditional music.
DAY 3: HALONG BAY Return to Saigon and enjoy a farewell dinner
10 Sep - 24 Sep £2,890
Bridge, the colourful market and Chinese of the South Central Highlands to the lovely
Transfer to Halong City, board your cruise and the visually spectacular A O Show 2022 DATES
temple. Stop en route to visit Reaching Out, town of Dalat.
and sail out into the spectacular Halong Bay. this evening. 11 Mar - 25 Mar £2,990 30 Sep - 14 Oct £2,990
a social enterprise craft workshop, and
You’ll spend the day drifting amongst the DAY 11: EXPLORE DALAT
watch the artisans at work. 09 Sep - 23 Sep £2,990
karst peaks on the tranquil green waters. Spend today sightseeing with visits to the DAY 15: FLY SAIGON TO UK
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and a vision DAY 8: TRA QUE VILLAGE Domaine de Marie Church, the Flower Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or Flight and supplement information
of awe-inspiring beauty, it isn’t hard to see Head out into Hoi An’s verdant surroundings Gardens and an embroidery workshop. Climb following day. • Based on London Heathrow departures
why it is one of Vietnam’s most popular to Tra Que, where you’ll see the local farmers aboard an open-air steam train from the old • Regional UK departures available
NOT LOOKING TO JOIN A GROUP?
destinations. Spend the night onboard. at work, tending lush gardens of vegetables railway station to journey out through the • Flight upgrades available on request
Call us to arrange this itinerary as a private tour.
and herbs. Join a local family for lunch and fantastic scenery to Trai Mat village. This • Land only from £2,190 (Hanoi – Saigon)
DAY 4: SUNRISE OVER HALONG BAY
a cooking demonstration. Back in Hoi An, the afternoon, browse the stalls of Dalat’s busy • Single room from £420
Learn about the art of Zen in Hue Rise early to watch the sun rise over the bay EXTEND YOUR STAY...
rest of the day is free. market, ending the day with a cup of • Tipping paid locally US$84
and enjoy an invigorating session of Tai Chi.
locally-grown coffee as you take in the
EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE
Transfer back to Hanoi and enjoy a cyclo
ride through the vibrant backstreets of the
DAY 9: TRAVEL TO NHA TRANG picturesque views. +
Transfer to Danang and fly to the sunny city of
Old Quarter. Dinner tonight will feature a Nha Trang, Vietnam’s beach capital. The rest DAY 12: TRAVEL TO SAIGON
pend a relaxing few hours in Zen House,
S cooking demonstration of Hanoi’s speciality of the day is at leisure. Journey across the scenic highlands to Saigon
where you’ll learn about the art of Zen, dish, bun thang. with a stop en route at a tea plantation in
how the house’s architecture achieves Bao Loc. On arrival, the rest of the day is free.
a peaceful space and enjoy some DAY 5: EXPLORE HANOI
refreshments. The profits from the house Start the day as the locals do, sipping a coffee DAY 13: CU CHI TUNNELS
in a local coffee shop, before heading to visit Head out of the city to the fascinating ANGKOR EXTENSION
support the local community.
the Ho Chi Minh Quarter and the Temple of Cu Chi Tunnels, a network of underground 3 nights from £520pp
ake a stop at the wonderful Reaching
M
Literature. Fly on to Hue, Vietnam’s imperial capital. passageways used by the Viet Cong during
Out workshop, where you can meet local MUI NE BEACH EXTENSION
artisans who are part of a project that helps
the war. Return to Saigon and spend the 3 nights from £590pp
DAY 6: CRUISE THE PERFUME RIVER
people with disabilities become integrated afternoon discovering the city’s sights.
This morning visit the imposing Imperial Citadel BANGKOK STOPOVER
into society and lead productive lives. See the colonial architecture of Notre Dame
and Forbidden Purple City at the heart of Hue, 3 nights from £470pp
Cathedral and the Central Post Office, as
njoy Saigon’s most extraordinary
E once the home of Vietnam’s emperors. Cruise
well as the Reunification Palace and chilling Visit page 76 to learn more about all of our
production, the A O Show! This breathtaking on the picturesque Perfume River and admire
War Remnants Museum. extensions and stopovers.
performance showcases the beauty and the Thien Mu Pagoda. Later, see the magnificent
cultural richness of Vietnamese rural life tomb of Minh Mang before heading to DAY 14: MEKONG DELTA
through music, dance and acrobatics. peaceful Zen House where you’ll learn about Journey to Ben Tre to cruise on the mighty
Visit a Bao Loc tea plantation Paddle through the Mekong Delta
its architecture and spiritual meaning. Mekong. This area is called the ‘Rice Basket
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HANOI (3N)
CLASSIC
VIETNAM
HALONG BAY VIETNAM
PANORAMA
(1N)
VIETNAM
PHYSICAL RATING
1
HUE (2N)
18 DAYS FROM
HOI AN (2N) IS THIS TOUR FOR YOU?
This all-encompassing tour not only
QUI NHON (1N)
£2,890
PER
showcases Vietnam’s highlights but
PERSON
NHA TRANG (1N) fully absorbs you in the rich history and
CU CHI
culture too. Spend more time interacting
DALAT (2N)
with locals and visiting lesser-known
FLIGHT INCLUSIVE OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
places alongside the famous highlights.
SAIGON (3N)
FROM THE UK
CAN THO (1N) PLANE COACH BOAT
ALL MEALS
TOUR TICKLIST
Visit Cai Rang floating market
Ride Dalat’s steam train
Unwind in stunning Nha Trang
Discover the past of Qui Nhon
Wander charming Hoi An
Marvel at Hue’s Imperial Citadel
Cruise spectacular Halong Bay
Explore Central Vietnam’s stunning coastline Admire stunning Halong Bay Visit Imperial Hue
PRICE INCLUDES ITINERARY
• 16 breakfasts, 15 lunches, 16 dinners
• International flights and current taxes DAYS 1-2: FLY OVERNIGHT TO SAIGON DAY 5: EXPLORE FLOATING MARKETS DAY 11: EXPLORE HOI AN ON FOOT DAYS 16-17: CRUISE HALONG BAY
Visit the Cai Rang floating market to see the Spend the day aboard your comfortable cruise PRICES AND DEPARTURES
• Domestic transportation Fly overnight to Saigon, Vietnam’s largest and Take a morning walking tour of charming
Departing Sunday returning Wednesday
• 3 star plus – 4 star accommodation most evocative city. Depending on your time goods on sale and learn how vermicelli rice Hoi An – a wonderfully laidback and wilfully boat sailing through the awe-inspiring beauty
of arrival the rest of the day is yours to start noodles are made. Return to Saigon. traditional town that has managed to retain of Halong Bay. You’ll even explore one of the 2021 DATES
• Touring with guides and entrance fees
soaking up the local culture. the charms of a bygone era. Visit a historic bay’s many caves. Spend a night onboard
• Visa fees for UK & EU passport holders DAY 6: TRAVEL TO DALAT 14 Feb - 03 Mar £2,990 08 Aug - 25 Aug £3,190
family home, the Japanese Bridge, a Chinese before returning to Hanoi the next day. On
DAY 3: VISIT THE CU CHI TUNNELS Head up into the cooler climes and your last evening, attend the Quintessence
21 Feb - 10 Mar £2,990 19 Sep - 06 Oct £2,990
temple and the market. This afternoon is
Contemplate the horrors of guerrilla warfare at picturesque scenery of the highlands to the of Tonkin show, a spectacular open-air 07 Mar - 24 Mar £2,890 03 Oct - 20 Oct £3,090
the astonishing Cu Chi Tunnels before at leisure.
colonial town of Dalat, stopping at a Bao Loc performance celebrating the rich history 14 Mar - 31 Mar £2,890 17 Oct - 03 Nov £3,090
returning to Saigon. Seamlessly blending past tea plantation en route. This afternoon is free DAY 12: SEE THE ROYAL TOMB of northern Vietnam. 04 Apr - 21 Apr £3,090 14 Nov - 01 Dec £3,090
and present, Saigon is the city that is driving to enjoy locally grown coffee and the Take the scenic route to Hue over the Hai Van 09 May - 26 May £2,890
Vietnam towards a brighter future. See Notre picturesque views. Pass. Once the seat of the Nguyen emperors, DAY 18: FLY HANOI TO UK
Dame Cathedral and visit the Central Post Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or 2022 DATES
DAY 7: THE CITY OF FLOWERS dignified and scholarly Hue is the epitome
Office, both legacies of a colonial past. Spend of Vietnam’s dynastic past. Visit the Royal following day. 13 Feb - 02 Mar £3,090 01 May - 18 May £3,090
time at the Reunification Palace and the Visit the Domaine de Marie Church, the 20 Feb - 09 Mar £3,090 18 Sep - 05 Oct £3,190
Flower Gardens and an embroidery workshop Tomb of Emperor Minh Mang, a complex of NOT LOOKING TO JOIN A GROUP?
chilling War Remnants Museum. 06 Mar - 23 Mar £3,090 02 Oct - 19 Oct £3,190
before boarding an open-air train to journey over 40 monuments surrounded by pools Call us to arrange this itinerary as a private tour.
DAY 4: CRUISE THE MEKONG DELTA out through the fantastic scenery to Trai Mat and gardens. 13 Mar - 30 Mar £3,090 16 Oct - 02 Nov £3,190
Pop down to Ben Tre to take a cruise through village. End the day with a local coffee by EXTEND YOUR STAY... 27 Mar - 13 Apr £3,090 13 Nov - 30 Nov £3,190
DAY 13: DISCOVER HUE’S IMPERIAL
Explore Hanoi by cyclo the Mekong Delta. This area is known as the Xuan Huong lake. 03 Apr - 20 Apr £3,190
CITADEL
‘Rice Basket of Vietnam’ – paddle through the
DAY 8: TRAVEL TO NHA TRANG Take a drive to the imposing Imperial Citadel + Flight and supplement information
maze of palm-lined canals and enjoy a typical
EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE Mekong lunch. Travel to Can Tho for an Today, take the winding road down from the to explore. Cruise along the Perfume River to • Based on London Heathrow departures
overnight stay. highlands and along the coast to Nha Trang, Thien Mu Pagoda after visiting the charming • Regional UK departures available
xplore the vibrant streets of Hanoi’s
E Vietnam’s beach capital. Take to the turquoise An Hien garden house. • Flight upgrades available on request
Old Quarter by cyclo, stopping off at a waters for a cruise around the bay’s many • Land only from £2,290 (Saigon – Hanoi)
DAY 14: OLD QUARTER CYCLO TOUR
café to sample a traditionally-made, local islands with a stop off at one to enjoy a swim • Single room from £460
Exuding a wonderfully exotic aura, Hanoi is
speciality, egg coffee. in the balmy waters. • Tipping paid locally US$95
the perfect combination of old Asia and new. BANGKOK STOPOVER
ake your seats for ‘the Quintessence of
T DAY 9: VISIT THE CHAM TOWERS Fly here to admire the collections of the Fine 3 nights from £470pp Dedicated solos departure
Tonkin’, an outdoor spectacular that perfectly Wander Dam market before visiting the Po Arts Museum and take a cyclo through the
showcases the rich culture and daily life of HUA HIN BEACH EXTENSION
Nagar Cham Towers and continue on to the atmospheric tangle of streets that make up
Vietnam’s northern river delta through talented 3 nights from £350pp
city of Qui Nhon. the Old Quarter. Later enjoy a flavourful
performers, water puppetry, and lights.
Vietnamese coffee. HONG KONG STOPOVER
ruise lazily through the crystal-clear waters
C DAY 10: VISIT SON MY 2 nights from £310pp
of Nha Trang bay, passing amongst beach- The Son My area saw one of the most horrific DAY 15: DISCOVER HANOI
fringed islands, stopping off at small fishing crimes of the Vietnam War – the My Lai massacre. Explore the Ho Chi Minh Quarter, where you Visit page 76 to learn more about all of our
villages and, if you feel like it, taking a dip Pay respects at the memorial placed in honour will pass the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, visit extensions and stopovers.
in the balmy waters yourself. of these unarmed civilian victims and hear the Stilt House, One Pillar Pagoda and the
Visit Dalat’s Flower Gardens
their story before continuing to Hoi An. Temple of Literature.
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AROUND CAMBODIA
CLASSIC
AROUND CAMBODIA
CAMBODIA
SIEM REAP
(4N)
OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
PHYSICAL RATING
BATTAMBANG (2N) CAMBODIA 1
PHNOM PENH (4N)
15 DAYS FROM
OVERNIGHT FLIGHT IS THIS TOUR FOR YOU?
Spend two weeks exploring Cambodia’s
£2,390
PER KAMPOT complex history and fascinating heritage.
PERSON (2N) Cover all the highlights of the kingdom,
from cooking classes to cultural shows,
dinner cruises and—of course—the
FLIGHT INCLUSIVE majestic temples of Angkor.
FROM THE UK
COACH
ALL MEALS
TOUR TICKLIST
D iscover captivating Phnom Penh
Learn Cambodian history at the
Killing Fields and Tuol Sleng
Kick back in coastal Kampot
Unravel the mysteries of the silk
making process in Siem Reap
Explore colonial Battambang
Be inspired by majestic Angkor
See local life on Tonle Sap
Visit the ancient Bayon temple See the bat cave at Phnom Sampov Marvel at Wat Phnom
PRICE INCLUDES ITINERARY
• 12 breakfasts, 12 lunches & 12 dinners
• International flights and current taxes DAYS 1-2: FLY OVERNIGHT TO DAY 5: CRUISE TONLE SAP LAKE traditional Khmer life. Visit a local NGO, La DAY 13: RETURN TO PHNOM PENH
Return to Phnom Penh, stopping en route PRICES AND DEPARTURES
• Domestic transportation SIEM REAP High Water Season (Aug to Feb) Maison de Coco, where traditional skills such
Departing Sunday returning Sunday
• 3 star plus – 4 star accommodation Fly overnight to Siem Reap. Depending on Enjoy a morning cruise on Tonle Sap Lake, as weaving are taught to locals, before a visit at the former French hill station of Bokor
your time of arrival the rest of the day is visiting the floating village of Kampong Kleng to Phnom Sampov to see the bat cave. Mountain. Relax in Phnom Penh this 2021 DATES
• Touring with guides and entrance fees
yours to start soaking up the local culture. and observing the way of life of these lake afternoon before a farewell dinner cruise on
• Visa fees for UK & EU passport holders DAY 8: VENTURE TO PHNOM PENH 31 Jan - 14 Feb £2,490 26 Sep - 10 Oct £2,390
communities. Back on dry land visit Beng the Mekong river.
DAY 3: EXPLORE ANGKOR Journey south to Phnom Penh, stopping at the 14 Feb - 28 Feb £2,490 24 Oct - 07 Nov £2,490
Mealea, a mysterious temple overrun by
The Angkor Archaeological Park encompasses former capital city Udong, a potters’ village DAYS 14-15: FLY PHNOM PENH TO UK 07 Mar - 21 Mar £2,390
the jungle. Return to Siem Reap via Artisan
over 1,000 temples, all the remains of and Touch Hill. Board your flight home, arriving the same or 2022 DATES
D’Angkor, an organisation working to revive
different capitals of the Khmer Empire following day.
traditional Khmer arts and crafts. This evening DAY 9: PHNOM PENH CYCLO TOUR 30 Jan - 13 Feb £2,690 25 Sep - 09 Oct £2,790
between the 9th and 15th centuries. Rising
sit down to dinner and the apsara dance show. A somewhat European city of airy boulevards NOT LOOKING TO JOIN A GROUP? 20 Feb - 06 Mar £2,790 02 Oct - 16 Oct £2,690
early, journey to the old city of Angkor Thom
and colonial villas, scarred still by the Call us to arrange this itinerary as a private tour. 13 Mar - 27 Mar £2,590
and pass through the magnificent South Gate Low Water Season (Mar to Jul)
flanked by 54 gods and demons. At Angkor events of the 1970s, Phnom Penh has been Flight and supplement information
Head to Beng Mealea to explore this
Thom’s centre is the enigmatic Bayon, a engulfed by energy and optimism making it a EXTEND YOUR STAY...
mysterious temple overrun by the jungle. • Based on London Heathrow departures
breathtaking temple of innumerable sculptural pleasurable place to be. Today’s visits include
Drop by Artisan D’Angkor before visiting the • Regional UK departures available
decorations. Also admire the Elephant floating village of Chong Kneas. This evening
a cyclo ride to the magnificent Royal Palace + • Flight upgrades available on request
Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. and Silver Pagoda. This afternoon is at leisure.
sit down to dinner and an apsara dance show. • Land only from £1,690 (Siem Reap –
See the famous Kampot pepper plantations Continue to Ta Prohm before the rest of the
DAY 10: PHNOM PENH PAST & PRESENT Phnom Penh)
day is dedicated to Angkor Wat, the most DAY 6: THE NATIONAL SILK CENTRE
This morning, learn about Cambodia’s tragic • Single room from £460
EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE magnificent, and best preserved of all of Begin the journey towards Battambang,
past under the Khmer Rouge regime with • Tipping paid locally US$70
Angkor’s treasures. Later, take a leisurely stopping in Puok District to visit the National
visits to the Tuol Sleng Museum and the
boat ride on the moat of Angkor Thom and Silk Centre. Learn about the cultivation of silk, Dedicated solos departure
earn all about the cultivation and
L Killing Fields. Later, visit the city’s craft
view hidden elements of the ancient Khmer from the planting of mulberry trees used to VICTORIA MEKONG DOWNSTREAM
production of Kampot pepper, considered brewery for a tour and beer tasting, and
water systems. raise the silkworms to the harvesting of silk CRUISE
by many to be the world’s best, as you consider how this reinvigorated capital is
threads. Observe the artisans using the dyed 4 nights from £870pp
tour a peaceful pepper farm in southern DAY 4: COOKING CLASS & CIRCUS moving forward.
Cambodia’s lush countryside.
and treated silk threads to create beautiful
Enjoy a traditional Cambodian cooking class HUA HIN BEACH EXTENSION
products in the workshops. On arrival in DAY 11: KAMPOT
ay a visit to the wonderful ‘La Maison
P with a local, learning about the flavours 3 nights from £350pp
Battambang, the rest of the day is at leisure. Depart for the coastal town of Kampot, stopping
de Coco’, an NGO-run centre where local that go into Khmer cuisine. This evening,
Set in some of the country’s most beautiful en route at a pepper farm to learn about the Visit page 76 to learn more about all of our
people are taught traditional arts such as enjoy a rollicking performance by graduates
landscapes, Battambang is also home to famous Kampot pepper. Enjoy a walking tour of extensions and stopovers.
weaving, to give them skills that will help of the Phare Cambodian Circus, an NGO
Cambodia’s grandest colonial architecture. Kampot, a charming town characterised by its
them earn a living. organisation that transforms the lives of
disadvantaged local youths, providing them colonial architecture.
rip-roaring combination of theatre, music,
A DAY 7: LA MAISON DE COCO
dance and circus, Phare: the Cambodian with a formal education and vocational Head out of town to the 12th-century Prasat DAY 12: KEP
Circus, tells tales woven from local folklore, training in the performing arts. Banan Temple and admire the breathtaking Enjoy a trip along the coast to the beach town
history and modern life in a unique, and hilltop views. Return to Battambang and of Kep, starting with a barbecue lunch and
authentically Cambodian way. take a stroll through the village of Wat Kor, ocean views at the sailing club. This afternoon Discover local life on Tonle Sap
then explore a local house for a glimpse of is at leisure to explore independently.
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