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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 & Tailor-Made Holidays
The winner of Best Specialty Wholesaler - National Travel Industry Awards, 2017
CONTENTS
WELCOME TO YOUR GUIDE TO SOUTHEAST ASIA
The Wendy Wu Tours difference.................................... 4 Award-winning expertise & Book with Confidence............ 9
4 –13
SOUTHEAST ASIA!
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
CL ASSIC TOURS 14 – 41
Vietnam Impressions..................................... 10 days 16 Laos & Cambodia Unveiled.............................18 days 30
S 12 days 18
Vietnam at a Glance....................................... Indochina Delights......................................... 16 days 32
Vibrant Vietnam............................................ 15 days 20 Grand Tour of Indochina................................. 27 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 18 days 26
Angkor to the Bay.......................................... Hidden Treasures of Myanmar......................... 17 days 40
Mekong Odyssey........................................... 20 days 28
VICTORIA MEKONG TOURS 42 – 53
The Victoria Mekong.................................................. 44 Mekong Explorer........................................... 21 days 50
A Mekong Experience.....................................13 days 46 Thailand & Mekong Experience – NEW............. 21 days 52
S 18 days 48
Classic Mekong ............................................
GO BEYOND TOURS 54 – 71
Thailand & Laos Adventure............................. 15 days 56 Vietnam & Cambodia Discovery.......................20 days 64
Highlights of Laos..........................................14 days 58 Best of Borneo..............................................16 days 66
Vietnam Explorer...........................................13 days 60 Incredible Indonesia....................................... 16 days 68
Vietnam Trails...............................................16 days 62 Philippines Discovery – NEW.......................... 15 days 70
Come and join us on an extraordinary adventure through this magical region on one of our TAILOR-M ADE 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 Tailor-Made 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 Malaysia & Borneo Extensions..................................... 84
See the classic sights in the company of an expert guide so A private tour follows a pre-defined itinerary but with the Victoria Mekong Cruising – NEW................................. 81 Philippines Beach Stays – NEW................................... 85
that you can really understand the history and culture of the benefit of your own personal guide. Perfect for couples and Cambodia Extensions................................................. 82 Singapore Stopovers................................................... 86
destination. On our Classic tours we take care of everything, families that want greater flexibility on when they travel and Thailand Extensions................................................... 83 Hong Kong Stopovers................................................. 88
leaving you to sit back and enjoy the experience to the full. the style of accommodation. Most of our group tours can
The tours are fully inclusive of all meals and a comprehensive operate on a private basis. MORE INFORM ATION 90 – 99
touring program including authentic cultural experiences.
Airlines..................................................................... 90 Your questions answered..............................................94
GO BEYOND TAILOR-MADE Hotels....................................................................... 92 Booking your trip....................................................... 97
Venture off the beaten track to explore fascinating destinations For the ultimate in bespoke touring, one of our expert Southeast Asia for all seasons..................................... 93 Booking conditions.......................................................98
away from the tourist trail. With smaller group sizes and consultants will help you in designing a tour to meet your
S Exclusive solo departures available
greater flexibility, you will discover the local culture in depth exact requirements. Select your choice of destinations,
and see sights rarely witnessed by other travellers. Our Go accommodation, touring and experiences to create the
Beyond tours may take you away from the comforts of home perfect holiday for you.
but will reward you with the experiences of a lifetime.
SOLO DEPARTURES SPECIAL GROUPS
We have reserved selected departures of some of our most If you’re travelling with 10 other passengers or more,
popular tours exclusively for customers who prefer to share we can arrange your very own independent Special Group
their wonderful holiday experiences with a readymade tour. Whether that’s a group of friends and family, or even
group of like-minded solo travellers. We provide a room of a club or association, we’ll tailor any of our tours to suit your
your own with no single supplement to pay, while our expert group’s wishes so you can enjoy a unique holiday without
guides take care of you throughout the tour. Please check the hassle of organising everything yourself. See page 75
opposite for tours with exclusive solo departures and see for more details.
page 6 for more details.
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Although 2020 was not quite what we imagined, it has made us even more determined to
deliver unforgettable adventures so you can embrace every moment of 2021-2022.
We have curated each of our tours with your enjoyment, peace of mind and safety at the
forefront. We have shaped your experiences to ensure that despite the changing nature of
our world, travelling safely can be just as exhilarating and rewarding as before, with some
careful modifications. Travelling with confidence is our guiding principle and you can read
more about this on page 9.
I’m excited to introduce you to our brand-new Southeast Asia brochure, which is packed
with inspiring tours and authentic experiences which truly capture the essence of this
diverse, enigmatic region. Be inspired by its ever-changing vistas, its warm and welcoming
people, its cultural and historical significance.
Wendy Wu – Owner, Wendy Wu Tours
With over 26 years of expertise, we’ve mastered the art of creating memorable experiences
that wholly capture the essence of this region. We compliment this with our fantastic
National Escorts who create extraordinary adventures as they show you their homeland.
We will 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!
We have created two new tours for 2021-2022 which allows us to further expand our
portfolio; introducing the 'Thailand & Mekong Experience' which combines Vietnam,
Cambodia, and Thailand in one incredible trip. We also welcome 'Philippines Discovery',
which explores the natural beauty of these largely untapped, glorious islands.
We look forward to welcoming you on a Wendy Wu tour soon!
THE WENDY WU TOURS
DIFFERENCE
REPUTATION AND EXPERTISE EXCEPTIONAL VALUE OUTSTANDING GUIDES VISAS
With 26 years’ experience operating tours throughout We aim to include as much as possible so you can enjoy Our much-loved National Escorts, whose knowledge, One of our differentiating qualities is that each of
Asia and Beyond, our success and longevity speak every moment! Value for money has been our ethos from passion, story and dedication to our customers have our group tours include the cost of the visa for
for itself. the very beginning; your flights, your accommodation, won us one of the best reputations in the industry, will Australian passport holders for each region, creating
all or most meals, touring, visas, transport, and expert make your holiday with us truly extraordinary. You will a hassle-free process throughout. Our expert team will
We are passionate about delivering exceptional
guides are all included and deliver exceptional value. fall in love with them just as much as their homeland. provide advice, coordinate your processing, and safely
experiences to our customers that encompass a range
return your passports, leaving you to simply enjoy your
of ‘must sees’ and ‘off the beaten track’ adventures.
holiday preparation.
We have pioneered access to untapped regions of
our world and showcased the amazing spirit in each
EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCES SAFE AND SECURE
local community. Our staff have travelled extensively We’ve been blazing trails into Asia and Beyond for We are ATAS accredited members of the Australian
throughout these regions and their knowledge is evident over 26 years, building our local expertise and Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA), the International TIPPING MADE EASY
in every detail of your holiday. pioneering the roads less travelled so you can enjoy Air Transport Association (IATA), as well as foundation We have perfected our tipping process to make it as
customs, authentic experiences, packed with local members of the Council of Australian Tour Operators simple as possible! Leave any concerns behind as we
We are proud of our awards and achievements but there flavour. These encounters will make your holiday truly (CATO). We have a wide network of travel agents advise you how much and when to tip, and our National
is still so much to discover and develop! special. Look out for the ‘experiences you’ll love’ on each working with us nationally, so you benefit from local Escort will take care of the rest. Easy!
We are forever inspired by our customers and the life- of our tour pages. knowledge combined with Australian understanding
changing experiences we enable them to discover, so and support.
much so that 98% of our customers would recommend
travelling with us.
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YOUR TOUR, YOUR WAY
We want everyone who travels with us to enjoy each extraordinary day of their Wendy Wu
adventure, so we’ve made it easy for you to choose your perfect holiday. You can select based on
Tour Style (which you’ll find inside the front cover) or by Physical Rating (see opposite page) and if PHYSICAL
you’re travelling solo why not join one of our departures reserved exclusively for Solo Travellers? R ATING 1 3 5
All our tours feature a LEVEL 1 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 5
ACCOMMODATION STYLES SOLO DEPARTURES physical rating to help A reasonable level A good level of You’ll need to be fit
You can be safe in the knowledge that your Solo travellers are more than welcome on any of our you select the right of fitness is required fitness is required as and adventurous to
accommodation has been hand-picked to best suit the holidays, but we’ve reserved a few departures of our holiday for you. Every but it’s more about you need to be participate in these
locations you’ll visit. Our Classic Tours feature most popular tours exclusively for customers travelling one of our tours require spending time on your comfortable walking tours as on some days
comfortable, locally rated 3-4 star properties, ranging on their own. These special departures feature smaller the ability to walk around feet rather than covering for 2-3 hours and you will be active for
from smart business hotels to family-run guesthouses. group sizes, free chauffeur transfers to and from the sights unaided, whilst large distances. You’ll covering longer most of the day. The
On Go Beyond tours you may find yourself in more airport^, free airport lounges (where available) and more active tours involve be getting on and off distances. Other terrain may be more
unusual, characterful or more rustic accommodation complimentary cocktails on arrival! See tours: Vietnam longer walks, cycling and coaches and boats, activities such as cycling challenging and
which fits perfectly with these tours’ adventurous spirit. at a Glance, Vietnam Panorama, Around Cambodia, other physical activities. walking around the will be at a gentle pace the activities more
Angkor to the Bay, and Classic Mekong in this brochure Tours at altitude will have
TOUR PACE sights and climbing and will involve physically demanding.
or check our website at wendywutours.com.au for more a higher physical rating.
Many of our tours are busy, but that’s because we want some steps. straightforward terrain.
information. ^Refer to our terms and conditions for For more information on
to make sure you don’t miss a single thing. Packing your details on chauffeur transfers. why each tour has been LEVEL 2 LEVEL 4
holiday full of special experiences means some early
rated the way it has, have Involves a little more Similar physical activities
starts and long days, but you can be sure that you’ll CUSTOMISE YOUR TRIP to Level 3 but they may
a look at the ‘Detailed time on your feet than
return home with many incredible memories! Read our If you’d like to explore your destination further or Tour Dossier’ available a Level 1 tour and may be longer in duration
Tour Dossiers and check the Physical Ratings to see if arrange a stopover on your flight all you have to do is to download on the tour involve more steps and/ or on slightly more
the pace and activity levels are right for you. ask! We have a fantastic range of extension and page of our website. or walking. challenging terrain.
stopover packages (see page 76) or, if you’re looking for
something 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 Our Expertise
Our customers’ safety has always been our highest priority at Wendy Wu Tours. Working closely We are very proud of the awards and the accomplishments we have received over our 26 years
with our partners overseas and our highly experienced National Escorts, we are proud of our of operation. The recognition from our customers, our industry peers and partners are rewarding,
reputation for taking the utmost care of every customer’s safety and wellbeing. but our truest rewards are when we continually hear the extraordinary tales of adventure from
our customers.
For 2021 and beyond we have strengthened our safety management processes to include
measures to protect our customers and local staff from COVID-19. These new measures include Our passion and determination in delivering exceptional experiences to our
protection whilst travelling, sightseeing, at mealtimes and at hotels. Guided by the UNWTO customers is unwavering, and something we will continue to nurture and deliver.
(United Nations World Tourism Organisation) and WTTC (World Travel & Tourism Council) as We want you to experience each region with the truest approach, delighting in
well as local government regulations, our protocols include personal the amazing spirit of each local community. Our staff have travelled extensively
protection, extensive disinfecting, and social distancing measures. throughout our destinations, with their knowledge and experiences shaping
WINNER 2017
every detail of your holiday.
Rest assured that we will do everything possible to keep you safe on your
Recommended by you
holiday, while also helping you enjoy every moment along the way!
For details of our safety guidelines please visit wendywutours.com.au ®
Awards are important, but what matters most are the experiences and feedback we receive from
Guided by the very best our customers. We’re proud of our customer satisfaction ratings and the fact that so many of our
customers would happily recommend us, this vote of confidence is all the accolade we need.
Our guides are the stars of the show; it is their unrivalled knowledge, passion and expertise that
will transform your tour experience from good to truly extraordinary!
''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 98% of customers would be happy to
recommend us to their friends and family!
WW
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.''
Book with Confidence
Our Book with Confidence guarantee has been introduced to provide you with piece of mind when
Graham Farthing
booking with us so that you can enjoy every moment of your holiday.
1. LOW DEPOSIT 3. EXTENDED PAYMENT TERMS
Once you’ve selected your desired tour, all you need Extended payment terms are available on most
AWARD -WINNING GUIDING ALL OF OUR to do is forward your deposit to secure your place. group tours. This means you won’t need to pay
NATIONAL ESCORTS... We are pleased to introduce our low deposit policy your final balance until 75 days prior to departure.
On all of our group tours you will be accompanied by
across our range of group tours. Plus, if your tour is cancelled due to government
a dedicated guide, known as your ‘National Escort’. travel restrictions, your deposit and any progress
Have at least five years guiding experience
Their dedication, personality and sense of fun will 2. PRICE MATCH PROMISE payments will be carried forward as full credit
immediately put you at ease and make you feel part Are fluent in English Our tours are renowned for their comprehensive towards future travel with us. Contact our
of the family. inclusions and exceptional value for money. We are Reservations team for further details.
A re born and raised in Southeast Asia
You will be able to put your utmost trust in your guide so confident you won’t find the same tours at better
Go through rigorous and ongoing training programmes
prices, that if you do, we’ll not only match the lower
who will navigate you through the eccentricities of the
A re at your service 24 hours a day price, but reward you for letting us know! Conditions
local way of life.
apply. See website for further details.
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Cultural encounters, ASIAN COOKERY
every step of the way CL ASSES
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
VISIT AN IBAN
spend time with the friendly communities. LONGHOUSE
Immerse yourself in this stunning region on
Travel deep into the Bornean rainforest to visit
Vietnam Trails (page 62).
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. This is
featured on our Best of Borneo itinerary (page 66).
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. Join us on the Thailand & Mekong
Experience (page 52) for this thrilling inclusion.
EXPLORE KOMODO
NATIONAL PARK
Meet a park ranger and learn about the
conservation work to protect these endangered
VIETNA MESE Komodo dragons on a two-day safari around this
INLE L AKE LEG ROWERS BASKET BOATS far-flung corner of eastern Indonesia. Come face
to face with these titanic lizards on our Incredible
Cruise the beautiful Inle Lake in Myanmar’s Indonesia tour (page 68).
Try your hand at paddling Vietnamese bamboo
highlands and admire the unique rowing
basket boats through the Cam Thanh coconut
technique of the local Intha people as they fish
forest near Hoi An. Both Vietnam Explorer
in its tranquil waters. Witness this on all tours
(page 60) and Vietnam & Cambodia Discovery
featuring Myanmar (pages 38-41).
(page 64) includes this unique experience.
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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
KANCHANABURI
BANGKOK 2 foliage-cloaked limestone karsts on most of our Vietnam itineraries. the planet can match – admire them on any itinerary featuring
ANGKOR QUI NHON
8 Cambodia.
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 Luang Prabang is one of the most The culturally rich city of Chiang Mai is
the locals and experiencing the culture, as captivating towns in Asia and is a place of an excellent destination for those seeking
LANGKAWI part of a deluxe 3-night or 4-night cruise great spiritual and natural beauty, which unique activities such as trekking, rafting
7 on the ‘Victoria Mekong’ (See pages can be visited on any Laos itinerary. or meeting hill tribes. Visit on Thailand and
MALAYSIA KOTA KINABALU
42-53). Mekong Experience (See page 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
sacred landscape of the central plains, rainforests, tribal traditions and a wonderful landscapes of the Philippine archipelago,
Bagan is Myanmar’s most sublime sight. range of activities to delve into. Cruise on from the rice terraces and volcanic lakes of
Experience it for yourself on any Myanmar the Kinabatangan River to spot abundant the north to the caves and beaches of the
INDONESIA itinerary (See pages 38-41). wildlife (See pages 66-67). south (See pages 70-71).
JAVA
BALI
FLORES
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CLASSIC TOURS
For those looking for a fully escorted, all-inclusive group journey
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
International economy 3 – 4 star All Flights, guides, Visa for Australian
airfares & taxes accommodation meals transportation passport holders
& sightseeing
Meticulously designed journeys perfect for those who the signature dishes of the region, whilst the rest of
want to see iconic sights and magnificent treasures on the time you’ll eat a whole delicious range of your
a fully-inclusive tour that is also fantastic value! With all destination’s best dishes.
your arrangements taken care of you can travel with the
utmost ease and confidence, accompanied throughout NATIONAL ESCORTS
by one of our industry-leading National Escorts. You can be safe in the knowledge that throughout
your tour you’ll be in the company of one of our
EVERYTHING TAKEN CARE OF award-winning National Escorts. With their unparalleled
With a Classic Tour all your arrangements are taken knowledge, charisma and talent, these wonderful
care of – your flights, all accommodation, transfers, people are what can push your holiday from fantastic
touring, meals, evening entertainment and, in most into the realms of truly unforgettable.
cases if required, your visas too! So, all you have to
do is show up, explore and enjoy. You will be exploring AUTHENTIC EXPERIENCES
in a group of maximum 28 travellers (or maximum 18 Thanks to the extensive expertise of our team, we can
passengers for Solo departures). make sure you get to see those rarely visited places that
will give you a more authentic experience of the culture
ALL YOUR MEALS ARE INCLUDED of the region and the chance to meet the friendly local
Whilst breakfasts tend to be a mixture of local eats people. Keep an eye out for the ‘Experiences You’ll Love’
and familiar dishes from home, when it comes to lunch box on every tour page, for a taste of cultural encounters
and dinner, you’ll be dining in local establishments. that you will enjoy.
We include a few ‘feature meals’, so you get to taste
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V I E T N A M I M PR E S S I O N S
HANOI
CLASSIC
VIETNAM
(1N+1N)
HALONG BAY
VIETNAM
(1N)
IMPRESSIONS
VIETNAM
PHYSICAL RATING
1
DANANG
HOI AN IS THIS TOUR FOR YOU?
10 DAYS FROM (2N)
The perfect way to see the key
highlights of Vietnam in a concise
PER
PERSON $4,190 CU CHI
10-day tour. From the beauty of
Halong Bay to the fertile Mekong
SAIGON (3N) Delta you’ll get a fascinating snapshot
FULLY INCLUSIVE FROM
OVERNIGHT FLIGHT of this captivating country.
SYDNEY, MELBOURNE, BRISBANE, MEKONG DELTA PLANE COACH BOAT
ADELAIDE & PERTH
ALL MEALS
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Stroll through old Hanoi
Practise Tai Chi on Halong Bay
Wander charming Hoi An
Explore vibrant Saigon
Drift along the Mekong Delta
Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels
See the local life in Vietnam Enjoy stunning Halong Bay
Caption Be charmed by Hoi An
PRICE INCLUDES ITINER ARY
• 8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 8 dinners
• International flights and current taxes DAY 1: FLY TO HANOI still occupied by the descendants of the Palace and the chilling War Remnants EXTEND YOUR STAY...
Museum where the brutality of the war and PRICES & DEPARTURES
• Domestic transportation Fly to Vietnam’s vibrant capital city, Hanoi. merchants who built it over 200 years ago,
• 4 star accommodation Depending on your time of arrival the rest before seeing the elaborate Japanese Bridge, its victims are well-documented. This evening + Prices are per person, twin share
of the day is yours to start soaking up the a Chinese temple and the bustling market. enjoy a performance of the A O Show – a 2021 DATES
• Touring with guides and entrance fees
local culture. Stop en route to visit Reaching Out, a social music, dance and acrobatic spectacular at the
• Visa fees for Australian passport holders 20 Feb - 01 Mar $4,190 11 Sep - 20 Sep $4,190
enterprise craft workshop, and watch the Saigon Opera House.
DAYS 2-3: HALONG BAY CRUISE 06 Mar - 15 Mar $4,190 23 Oct - 01 Nov $4,190
artisans at work. Vietnamese cooking is
Spend the day cruising amongst spectacular DAYS 9-10: FLY SAIGON TO AUSTR ALIA 03 Apr - 12 Apr $4,190
renowned across the world for its innovative
seascapes, fringed by jagged karst formations Spend your day at leisure before transferring
use of fresh ingredients and spices – this 2022 DATES
jutting from emerald waters. Halong Bay, with to the airport for your flight to Australia,
evening, learn all about the local produce arriving home the same or following day. 19 Feb - 28 Feb $4,490 10 Sep - 19 Sep $4,490
its 1,600 islands and islets, was designated and the necessary skills in a hands-on
VETER AN’S RETURN 05 Mar - 14 Mar $4,490 22 Oct - 31 Oct $4,490
a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994 and cookery class.
is a vision of awe-inspiring beauty. You’ll even AVAIL ABLE AS YOUR OWN PRIVATE TOUR 3 days from $580pp twin share 02 Apr - 11 Apr $4,490
Enjoy flexibility, your own guide and vehicle.
explore one of the bay’s many caves. Spend DAY 6: TR AVEL TO SAIGON Flight and supplement information
CL ASSIC CA MBODIA
a night onboard before returning to Hanoi Spend your day in Hoi An at leisure before • Based on departures from Sydney,
5 days from $1,390pp twin share
the next day. flying to Saigon in the afternoon. A seamless Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth
blend of past and present, Saigon offers Visit page 76 to learn more about all of our
DAY 4: EXPLORE HANOI • Departures from other cities and flight
a glimpse into Vietnam’s ever brighter future. extensions and stopovers.
Exuding a wonderfully exotic aura, Hanoi upgrades available upon request
Experience traditional Vietnamese egg coffee is the perfect combination of old Asia and DAY 7: MEKONG DELTA • Land only (Hanoi - Saigon) 9 days from
new bringing together all of the charms of Journey to Ben Tre to take a cruise on the $3,040 per person, twin share
a colonial past with a modern buzz in one mighty Mekong. This area is known as the • Single supplement from $510
EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE
fast-paced yet graceful city. Sightseeing today ‘Rice Basket of Vietnam’, the rich and fertile Important note
includes a wander through the Old Quarter’s lands producing huge amounts of rice, Prices include airline fuel surcharge and taxes.
xperience a coffee break with a local
E
atmospheric tangle of streets, with a break coconuts, vegetables and tropical fruits. Correct as of 12 August 2020, subject to
twist in Hanoi! Taste traditionally-prepared
Vietnamese egg coffee in an atmospheric for a traditional Vietnamese coffee. Visit the Paddle through the maze of palm-lined change. Depending on airline schedules, you
Ho Chi Minh Quarter, where you’ll pass Ho canals, getting a glimpse of daily life on the may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights’
local café.
Chi Minh’s monumental mausoleum and Ho Mekong Delta, and enjoy a lunch of typical accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers
aster the art of Vietnamese cooking,
M may be required at an additional cost.
Chi Minh’s Stilt House and see One Pillar Mekong fare. Return to Saigon.
visiting a local market in Hoi An to talk to
Pagoda and the Temple of Literature. Fly to Customary tipping amount of approximately
sellers and buy fresh ingredients that you’ll DAY 8: CU CHI TUNNELS
then use to whip up your own culinary
Danang and transfer to the UNESCO-listed US$60pp (AU$87pp) is paid locally in
Contemplate the horrors of guerrilla warfare
masterpiece! town of Hoi An. Vietnam.
at the astonishing Cu Chi Tunnels, where
njoy Saigon’s most extraordinary
E DAY 5: HOI AN COOKING CL ASS you’ll see the legendary tunnel network used
production, the A O Show! This breathtaking Take a morning walking tour of charming by the Viet Cong during the war. Following
performance showcases the beauty and Hoi An. This is a wonderfully graceful and this, head into the centre of Saigon to see
cultural richness of Vietnamese rural life traditional place; the lantern-lined streets, Notre Dame Cathedral and the neoclassical
through music, dance and acrobatics. brimming with shops and tailors, are a Central Post Office – both grandiose legacies Explore vibrant Saigon Taste the local cuisine
Caption
delight to wander. Visit a lovely old house, of a colonial past. Also visit the Reunification
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12 DAYS FROM xHave limited time but still want to
experience Vietnam’s top sights? With
PER
PERSON $4,190 CU CHI
this tour you can tick off the highlights
with visits to charming Hoi An,
historical Hue, spectacular Halong Bay
SAIGON (3N)
FULLY INCLUSIVE FROM and much more.
SYDNEY, MELBOURNE, BRISBANE, MEKONG DELTA PLANE COACH
PLANE COACH
BOAT TRAIN
BOAT
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Prices are per person, twin share
2021 DATES
10 Feb - 21 Feb $4,690 02 Jun - 13 Jun $4,190
10 Mar - 21 Mar $4,290 04 Aug - 15 Aug $4,290
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS 17 Mar - 28 Mar $4,290 22 Sep - 03 Oct $4,390
24 Mar - 04 Apr $4,290 29 Sep - 10 Oct $5,280
Explore fascinating Saigon 07 Apr - 18 Apr $4,290 06 Oct - 17 Oct $4,390
Discover the Cu Chi Tunnels
05 May - 16 May $4,190 20 Oct - 31 Oct $4,690
Drift along the Mekong Delta
12 May - 23 May $4,190 03 Nov - 14 Nov $4,690
Be inspired by charming Hoi An
2022 DATES
Marvel at Hue’s Imperial Citadel
09 Feb - 20 Feb $4,980 01 Jun - 12 Jun $4,490
Wake to a Halong Bay sunrise
Enjoy magnificent views of Halong Bay Visit the Confucian Temple of Literature in Hanoi 09 Mar - 20 Mar $4,590 17 Aug - 28 Aug $4,590
16 Mar - 27 Mar $5,390 21 Sep - 02 Oct $4,690
23 Mar - 03 Apr $4,590 28 Sep - 09 Oct $4,880
PRICE INCLUDES ITINER ARY 06 Apr - 17 Apr $4,590 05 Oct - 16 Oct $4,690
• 10 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 10 dinners
• International flights and current taxes DAY 1: FLY TO SAIGON vegetables and herbs. Here you can enjoy World Heritage Site and a vision of awe- EXTEND YOUR STAY... 20 Apr - 01 May $4,880 19 Oct - 30 Oct $4,990
• Domestic transportation Fly to Saigon, Vietnam’s most evocative and the lush green countryside, stroll through the inspiring beauty, it’s easy to see why it is 04 May - 15 May $4,490 02 Nov - 13 Nov $4,990
• 4 star accommodation largest city. Depending on your time of arrival gardens to see the farmers at work and try one of Vietnam’s most beloved destinations. + 11 May - 22 May $4,490
the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up your hand at their traditional techniques. Later This evening, enjoy a delicious dinner on
• Touring with guides and entrance fees Flight and supplement information
the local culture. spend the afternoon at leisure back board and spend the night out on the karst-
• Visa fees for Australian passport holders
in Hoi An or at the local beach. studded waters. • Based on departures from Sydney,
DAY 2: DISCOVER SAIGON Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth
This morning, contemplate the struggles DAY 6: IMPERIAL HUE DAY 10: THE QUINTESSENCE OF TONKIN • Departures from other cities and flight
of guerrilla warfare at the famous Cu Chi Leave Hoi An for Hue, taking a scenic route Rise early this morning for a beautiful upgrades available upon request
Tunnels before returning to Saigon. This over the Hai Van Pass. The epitome of sunrise over the bay. Return to Hanoi this
• Land only (Saigon - Hanoi) 11 days from
exuberant city is driving Vietnam forward into Vietnam’s dynastic past, Hue is a dignified afternoon and later, see the Quintessence M AI CHAU SHORT STAY
3 days from $665pp twin share $3,090 per person, twin share
the modern world, but it is also a treasure and scholarly city. Visit the imposing Imperial of Tonkin show, a spectacular open-air
• Single supplement from $610
trove of fascinating heritage. See the colonial Citadel and Forbidden Purple City. Extensively performance celebrating the rich history BANGKOK CIT Y STAY
Notre Dame Cathedral and visit the Central damaged during the Vietnam War, the citadel of northern Vietnam. 4 days from $535pp twin share
Dedicated solos departure
Post Office, the Reunification Palace, and the still exudes much of the grandeur of its past. Important note
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Royal Tomb DAYS 11-12: FLY HANOI TO AUSTR ALIA SINGAPORE SHORT STAY
chilling War Remnants Museum. Prices include airline fuel surcharge and taxes.
of Minh Mang, a complex of 40 monuments Fly to Australia, arriving home the same or 3 days from $445pp twin share
DAY 3: MEKONG DELTA following day. Correct as of 12 August 2020, subject to
set in surroundings of gardens and pools. change. Depending on airline schedules, you
Journey to Ben Tre to take a cruise on the Visit page 76 to learn more about all of our
Continue to the old Thien Mu Pagoda before may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights’
Mekong. Paddle through the maze of palm- AVAIL ABLE AS YOUR OWN PRIVATE TOUR extensions and stopovers.
Visit Tra Que Village taking a cruise on the Perfume River. Enjoy flexibility, your own guide and vehicle. accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers
lined canals and get a glimpse of daily life on may be required at an additional cost.
the Mekong Delta. Enjoy a lunch of typical DAY 7: 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 Customary tipping amount of approximately
Pagoda en route back to Saigon. start your explorations of Vietnam’s capital. US$65pp (AU$94pp) is paid locally in
ry your hand at ancient cultivation techniques
T Vietnam.
with members of the local farming community DAY 4: JOURNEY TO HOI AN DAY 8: EXPLORE HANOI
in Tra Que village and enjoy a cooking Fly to Danang and transfer to Hoi An. This Sightseeing today includes a wander through
demonstration of a regional speciality. afternoon take a walking tour of this charming the Ho Chi Minh Quarter, where you’ll see
town – a wonderfully laidback and wilfully Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and the Stilt
xplore the vibrant streets of Hanoi’s
E
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
café to sample a traditionally-made, local
Quan Cong Temple, the elaborate Japanese Confucian Temple of Literature. End the day’s
speciality, egg coffee.
Bridge and the bustling market. Stop en route explorations with a cyclo tour through the
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 workshop, and watch the artisans at work. egg coffee.
perfectly showcases the rich culture
and daily life of Vietnam’s northern river DAY 5: TR A QUE VILL AGE DAY 9: 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 Marvel
Captionat Hue’s Royal Tomb
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15 DAYS FROM (2N)
A signature Vietnam experience, this
2-week journey takes you from top to
PER
PERSON $4,790 CU CHI
NHA TRANG (1N)
DALAT (2N)
toe, featuring all of Vietnam’s must-see
sights, as well as plenty of opportunities
to soak in the wonderful culture and
SAIGON (3N)
FULLY INCLUSIVE FROM
OVERNIGHT FLIGHT interact with the local people.
SYDNEY, MELBOURNE, BRISBANE, MEKONG DELTA PLANE COACH BOAT
ADELAIDE & PERTH
ALL MEALS
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Explore Hanoi by cyclo
Learn of past dynasties 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 ITINER ARY
• 13 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 13 dinners
• International flights and current taxes DAY 1: FLY TO HANOI where you’ll learn about its architecture DAY 9: NHA TR ANG COASTAL CRUISE of Vietnam’, the rich and fertile soil producing
Fly to Vietnam’s vibrant capital city, Hanoi. and spiritual meaning. Take to the turquoise waters for a cruise a plethora of rice, coconuts, vegetables and PRICES & DEPARTURES
• Domestic transportation Prices are per person, twin share
• 4 star accommodation Depending on your time of arrival the rest around the many little islands off Nha Trang’s tropical fruits. Here you’ll paddle through
DAY 6: HOI AN WALKING TOUR the maze of palm-lined canals, taste local
of the day is yours to start soaking up the coast. There’ll be a stop at an island to enjoy 2021 DATES
• Touring with guides and entrance fees Leave Hue for Hoi An, taking a scenic route
local culture. the balmy waters for yourself, and a visit to a produce, visit a local family, lunch on typical
• Visa fees for Australian passport holders over the Hai Van Pass. This afternoon take 13 Mar - 27 Mar $4,790 02 Oct - 16 Oct $4,790
fishing village. Head up into the cooler climes Mekong dishes and enjoy traditional music.
DAY 2: HALONG BAY a walking tour of this charming town. Return to Saigon and enjoy a farewell dinner
11 Sep - 25 Sep $4,790
of the South Central Highlands to the lovely
Transfer to Halong City, board your cruise A wonderfully laidback place, Hoi An’s streets and the visually spectacular A O Show 2022 DATES
town of Dalat.
and sail out into the spectacular Halong Bay. are a delight to wander – visit the Japanese
this evening. 12 Mar - 26 Mar $5,090 01 Oct - 15 Oct $5,090
You’ll spend the day drifting amongst the Bridge, the colourful market and Chinese DAY 10: EXPLORE DAL AT
10 Sep - 24 Sep $5,090
karst peaks on the tranquil green waters. temple. Stop en route to visit Reaching Out, Spend today sightseeing with visits to DAYS 14-15: FLY SAIGON TO AUSTR ALIA
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and a vision a social enterprise craft workshop, and the Domaine de Marie Church, the Flower Fly to Australia, arriving home the same or Flight and supplement information
of awe-inspiring beauty, it isn’t hard to see watch the artisans at work. Gardens and an embroidery workshop. following day. • Based on departures from Sydney,
why it is one of Vietnam’s most popular DAY 7: TR A QUE VILL AGE Climb aboard an open-air steam train from Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth
destinations. Spend the night onboard. Head out into Hoi An’s verdant surroundings the old railway station to journey out through AVAIL ABLE AS YOUR OWN PRIVATE TOUR • Departures from other cities and flight
the fantastic scenery to Trai Mat village. Enjoy flexibility, your own guide and vehicle.
to Tra Que, where you’ll see the local farmers upgrades available upon request
DAY 3: SUNRISE OVER HALONG BAY This afternoon, browse the stalls of Dalat’s
at work, tending lush gardens of vegetables • Land only (Hanoi - Saigon) 14 days from
Learn about the art of Zen in Hue Rise early to watch the sun rise over the bay busy market, ending the day with a cup of EXTEND YOUR STAY...
and herbs. Join a local family for lunch and $3,640 per person, twin share
and enjoy an invigorating session of Tai Chi. locally-grown coffee as you take in the • Single supplement from $760
EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE
Transfer back to Hanoi and enjoy a cyclo ride a cooking demonstration. Back in Hoi An,
the rest of the day is free. picturesque views. + Important note
through the vibrant backstreets of the Old
Quarter. Dinner tonight will feature a cooking DAY 8: TR AVEL TO NHA TR ANG DAY 11: TR AVEL TO SAIGON Prices include airline fuel surcharge and taxes.
pend a relaxing few hours in Zen House,
S demonstration of Hanoi’s speciality dish, Transfer to Danang and fly to the sunny city Journey across the scenic highlands to Saigon Correct as of 12 August 2020, subject to
where you’ll learn about the art of Zen, bun thang. of Nha Trang, Vietnam’s beach capital. The with a stop en route at a tea plantation in change. Depending on airline schedules, you
how the house’s architecture achieves Bao Loc. On arrival, the rest of the day is free. may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights’
DAY 4: EXPLORE HANOI rest of the day is at leisure.
a peaceful space and enjoy some accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers
refreshments. The profits from the house Start the day as the locals do, sipping a coffee DAY 12: CU CHI TUNNELS may be required at an additional cost.
support the local community. in a local coffee shop, before heading to Head out of the city to the fascinating
Customary tipping amount of approximately
visit the Ho Chi Minh Quarter and the Temple Cu Chi Tunnels, a network of underground
ake a stop at the wonderful Reaching
M US$84pp (AU$122pp) is paid locally in
of Literature. Fly on to Hue, Vietnam’s passageways used by the Viet Cong during
Out workshop, where you can meet local TEMPLES IN DEPTH Vietnam.
imperial capital. the war. Return to Saigon and spend the
artisans who are part of a project that helps 4 days from $760pp twin share
afternoon discovering the city’s sights.
people with disabilities become integrated DAY 5: CRUISE THE PERFUME RIVER See the colonial architecture of Notre Dame VICTORIA MEKONG UPSTREA M
into society and lead productive lives. This morning visit the imposing Imperial Cathedral and the Central Post Office, as 6 days from $1,765pp twin share
njoy Saigon’s most extraordinary
E Citadel and Forbidden Purple City at the well as the Reunification Palace and chilling
production, the A O Show! This breathtaking heart of Hue, once the home of Vietnam’s War Remnants Museum. KUAL A LUMPUR CIT Y STAY
performance showcases the beauty and emperors. Cruise on the picturesque Perfume 3 days from $325pp twin share
cultural richness of Vietnamese rural life River and admire the Thien Mu Pagoda. DAY 13: MEKONG DELTA
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through music, dance and acrobatics. Later, see the magnificent tomb of Minh Mang Journey to Ben Tre to cruise on the mighty
Visit a Bao Loc tea plantation extensions and stopovers. Paddle through the Mekong Delta
before heading to peaceful Zen House Mekong. This area is called the ‘Rice Basket
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IS THIS TOUR FOR YOU?
18 DAYS FROM
This all-encompassing tour not only
QUI NHON (1N)
showcases Vietnam’s highlights but
$4,890
PER NHA TRANG (1N) fully absorbs you in the rich history and
PERSON culture too. Spend more time interacting
CU CHI DALAT (2N)
with locals and visiting lesser-known
SAIGON (2N+1N)
FULLY INCLUSIVE FROM places alongside the usual highlights.
SYDNEY, MELBOURNE, BRISBANE, CAN THO (1N) PLANE COACH BOAT
ADELAIDE & PERTH
ALL MEALS PRICES & DEPARTURES
Prices are per person, twin share
2021 DATES
15 Feb - 04 Mar $5,290 09 Aug - 26 Aug $4,890
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS 22 Feb - 11 Mar $5,290 20 Sep - 07 Oct $4,990
08 Mar - 25 Mar $4,990 04 Oct - 21 Oct $5,190
Visit Cai Rang floating market
15 Mar - 01 Apr $4,990 18 Oct - 04 Nov $5,190
Ride Dalat’s steam train
05 Apr - 22 Apr $4,990 15 Nov - 02 Dec $5,190
Unwind in stunning Nha Trang
10 May - 27 May $4,890
Discover the past of Qui Nhon
Wander charming Hoi An 2022 DATES
Marvel at Hue’s Imperial Citadel 14 Feb - 03 Mar $5,590 02 May - 19 May $5,190
Cruise spectacular Halong Bay 21 Feb - 10 Mar $5,590 19 Sep - 06 Oct $5,290
Explore Central Vietnam’s stunning coastline Admire stunning Halong Bay 07 Mar - 24 Mar $5,290 03 Oct - 20 Oct $5,490
14 Mar - 31 Mar $5,290 17 Oct - 03 Nov $5,490
PRICE INCLUDES ITINER ARY 28 Mar - 14 Apr
04 Apr - 21 Apr
$5,290 14 Nov - 01 Dec
$6,040
$5,490
• 16 breakfasts, 15 lunches, 16 dinners
• International flights and current taxes DAY 1: FLY TO SAIGON DAY 4: EXPLORE FLOATING M ARKETS DAY 10: EXPLORE HOI AN ON FOOT DAYS 15-16: CRUISE HALONG BAY Flight and supplement information
• Domestic transportation Fly to Saigon, Vietnam’s largest and most Visit the Cai Rang floating market to see Take a morning walking tour of charming Spend the day aboard your comfortable
evocative city. Depending on your time of the goods on sale and learn how vermicelli cruise boat sailing through the awe-inspiring • Based on departures from Sydney,
• 3 – 4 star accommodation Hoi An – a wonderfully laidback and wilfully
arrival the rest of the day is yours to start rice noodles are made. Return to Saigon. beauty of Halong Bay. You’ll even explore one Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth
• Touring with guides and entrance fees traditional town that has managed to retain
soaking up the local culture. of the bay’s many caves. Spend a night • Departures from other cities and flight
• Visa fees for Australian passport holders the charms of a bygone era. Visit a historic
DAY 5: TR AVEL TO DAL AT onboard before returning to Hanoi the next upgrades available upon request
family home, the Japanese Bridge, a Chinese
DAY 2: VISIT THE CU CHI TUNNELS Head up into the cooler climes and day. On your last evening, attend the • Land only (Saigon - Hanoi) 17 days from
temple and the market. This afternoon is
Contemplate the horrors of guerrilla warfare picturesque scenery of the highlands to the Quintessence of Tonkin show, a spectacular $3,790 per person, twin share
at the astonishing Cu Chi Tunnels before at leisure.
colonial town of Dalat, stopping at a Bao Loc open-air performance celebrating the rich • Single supplement from $810
returning to Saigon. Seamlessly blending past tea plantation en route. This afternoon is free DAY 11: SEE THE ROYAL TOMB history of northern Vietnam. Dedicated solos departure
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
Vietnam towards a brighter future. See Notre picturesque views. DAYS 17-18: FLY HANOI TO AUSTR ALIA Important note
Pass. Once the seat of the Nguyen emperors,
Dame Cathedral and visit the Central Post dignified and scholarly Hue is the epitome Fly to Australia, arriving home the same or Prices include airline fuel surcharge and taxes.
Office, both legacies of a colonial past. DAY 6: THE CIT Y OF FLOWERS following day. Correct as of 12 August 2020, subject to
Visit the Domaine de Marie Church, the of Vietnam’s dynastic past. Visit the Royal change. Depending on airline schedules, you
Spend time at the Reunification Palace and
Flower Gardens and an embroidery workshop Tomb of Emperor Minh Mang, a complex of may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights’
the chilling War Remnants Museum. AVAIL ABLE AS YOUR OWN PRIVATE TOUR
before boarding an open-air train to journey over 40 monuments surrounded by pools Enjoy flexibility, your own guide and vehicle. accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers
DAY 3: CRUISE THE MEKONG DELTA out through the fantastic scenery to Trai Mat and gardens. may be required at an additional cost.
Pop down to Ben Tre to take a cruise through village. End the day with a local coffee by EXTEND YOUR STAY...
DAY 12: DISCOVER HUE’S IMPERIAL Customary tipping amount of approximately
Explore Hanoi by cyclo the Mekong Delta. This area is known as the Xuan Huong lake. US$95pp (AU$138pp) is paid locally in
CITADEL
‘Rice Basket of Vietnam’ – paddle through the
DAY 7: TR AVEL TO NHA TR ANG Take a drive to the imposing Imperial Citadel + Vietnam.
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 to explore. Cruise along the Perfume River to
overnight stay. the highlands and along the coast to Nha Thien Mu Pagoda after visiting the charming
xplore the vibrant streets of Hanoi’s
E Trang, Vietnam’s beach capital. Take to the An Hien garden house.
Old Quarter by cyclo, stopping off at a turquoise waters for a cruise around the bay’s
DAY 13: OLD QUARTER CYCLO TOUR
café to sample a traditionally-made, local many islands with a stop off at one to enjoy
Exuding a wonderfully exotic aura, Hanoi is
speciality, egg coffee. a swim in the balmy waters.
the perfect combination of old Asia and new.
ake your seats for ‘the Quintessence of
T DAY 8: VISIT THE CHA M TOWERS Fly here to admire the collections of the Fine
Tonkin’, an outdoor spectacular that perfectly Wander Dam market before visiting the Arts Museum and take a cyclo through the HANOI & NINH BINH
showcases the rich culture and daily life of 5 days from $1,205pp twin share
Po Nagar Cham Towers and continue on atmospheric tangle of streets that make up
Vietnam’s northern river delta through talented
to the city of Qui Nhon. the Old Quarter. Later enjoy a flavourful M AI CHAU SHORT STAY
performers, water puppetry, and lights.
Vietnamese coffee. 3 days from $665pp twin share
ruise lazily through the crystal-clear waters
C DAY 9: VISIT SON MY
of Nha Trang bay, passing amongst beach- The Son My area saw one of the most horrific DAY 14: DISCOVER HANOI HONG KONG IN FOCUS
fringed islands, stopping off at small fishing crimes of the Vietnam War – the My Lai massacre. Explore the Ho Chi Minh Quarter, where you 4 days from $890pp twin share
villages and, if you feel like it, taking a dip Pay respects at the memorial placed in will pass the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, visit
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in the balmy waters yourself. honour of these unarmed civilian victims and the Stilt House, One Pillar Pagoda and the
Visit Dalat’s Flower Gardens extensions and stopovers. Visit Imperial Hue
hear their story before continuing to Hoi An. Temple of Literature.
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IS THIS TOUR FOR YOU?
15 DAYS FROM PHNOM PENH (3N+1N)
Spend two weeks exploring Cambodia’s
OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
complex history and fascinating heritage.
PER
PERSON $4,480 KAMPOT
(2N)
Cover all the highlights of the kingdom,
from cooking classes to cultural shows,
dinner cruises and - of course - the
FULLY INCLUSIVE FROM majestic temples of Angkor.
SYDNEY, MELBOURNE, BRISBANE,
COACH
ADELAIDE & PERTH
ALL MEALS
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
D iscover captivating Phnom Penh
Visit the Killing Fields and
Tuol Sleng
Kick back in coastal Kampot
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 ITINER ARY
• 12 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 12 dinners
• International flights and current taxes DAYS 1-2: FLY OVERNIGHT TO DAY 5: CRUISE TONLE SAP L AKE Khmer life. Visit a local NGO, La Maison de ocean views at the sailing club. This afternoon
High Water Season (Aug to Feb) Coco, where traditional skills such as weaving is at leisure to explore independently. PRICES & DEPARTURES
• Domestic transportation SIEM REAP
Prices are per person, twin share
• 3 – 4 star accommodation Fly overnight to Siem Reap. Depending on Enjoy a morning cruise on Tonle Sap Lake, are taught to locals, before a visit to Phnom
DAY 13: RETURN TO PHNOM PENH
• Touring with guides and entrance fees your time of arrival the rest of the day is visiting the floating village of Kampong Kleng Sampov to see the bat cave. 2021 DATES
Return to Phnom Penh, stopping en route
• Visa fees for Australian passport holders yours to start soaking up the local culture. and observing the way of life of these lake 31 Jan - 14 Feb $4,580 26 Sep - 10 Oct $4,580
DAY 8: VENTURE TO PHNOM PENH at the former French hill station of Bokor
communities. Back on dry land visit Beng
DAY 3: EXPLORE ANGKOR Journey south to Phnom Penh, stopping at the Mountain. Relax in Phnom Penh this 14 Feb - 28 Feb $4,580 24 Oct - 07 Nov $4,580
Mealea, a mysterious temple overrun by
The Angkor Archaeological Park encompasses former capital city Udong, a potters’ village afternoon before a farewell dinner cruise on 07 Mar - 21 Mar $4,480
the jungle. Return to Siem Reap via Artisan the Mekong river.
over 1,000 temples, all the remains of and Touch Hill. 2022 DATES
D’Angkor, an organisation working to revive
different capitals of the Khmer Empire
traditional Khmer arts and crafts. This evening DAY 9: PHNOM PENH CYCLO TOUR DAYS 14-15: FLY PHNOM PENH TO 30 Jan - 13 Feb $4,880 25 Sep - 09 Oct $5,580
between the 9th and 15th centuries. Rising
sit down to dinner and the Apsara dance show. A somewhat European city of airy boulevards AUSTR ALIA 20 Feb - 06 Mar $4,880 02 Oct - 16 Oct $4,780
early, journey to the old city of Angkor Thom
and colonial villas, scarred still by the Grab your last-minute souvenirs before 13 Mar - 27 Mar $4,780
and pass through the magnificent South Gate Low Water Season (Mar to Jul)
events of the 1970s, Phnom Penh has been boarding an overnight flight to Australia,
flanked by 54 gods and demons. At Angkor Head to Beng Mealea to explore this mysterious Flight and supplement information
engulfed by energy and optimism making arriving home the following day.
Thom’s centre is the enigmatic Bayon, a temple overrun by the jungle. Drop by Artisan • Based on departures from Sydney,
breathtaking temple of innumerable sculptural it a pleasurable place to be. Today’s visits
D’Angkor before visiting the floating village of AVAIL ABLE AS YOUR OWN PRIVATE TOUR Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth
decorations. Also admire the Elephant include a cyclo ride to the magnificent Royal
Chong Kneas. This evening sit down to dinner Enjoy flexibility, your own guide and vehicle. • Departures from other cities and flight
Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. Palace and Silver Pagoda. This afternoon is
and an apsara dance show. upgrades available upon request
See the famous Kampot pepper plantations Continue to Ta Prohm before the rest of the at leisure.
EXTEND YOUR STAY... • Land only (Siem Reap - Phnom Penh)
day is dedicated to Angkor Wat, the most DAY 6: THE NATIONAL SILK CENTRE
DAY 10: PHNOM PENH PAST & 13 days from $3,370 per person,
EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE magnificent, and best preserved of all of
Angkor’s treasures. Later, take a leisurely
Begin the journey towards Battambang,
stopping in Puok District to visit the National
PRESENT + twin share
This morning, learn about Cambodia’s tragic • Single supplement from $860
boat ride on the moat of Angkor Thom and Silk Centre. Learn about the cultivation of silk,
earn all about the cultivation and
L past under the Khmer Rouge regime with
view hidden elements of the ancient Khmer from the planting of mulberry trees used to Dedicated solos departure
production of Kampot pepper, considered visits to the Tuol Sleng Museum and the
water systems. raise the silkworms to the harvesting of silk Important note
by many to be the world’s best, as you Killing Fields. Later, visit the city’s craft
threads. Observe the artisans using the dyed
tour a peaceful pepper farm in southern DAY 4: COOKING CL ASS & CIRCUS brewery for a tour and beer tasting, and Prices include airline fuel surcharge and taxes.
Cambodia’s lush countryside.
and treated silk threads to create beautiful Correct as of 12 August 2020, subject to
Enjoy a traditional Cambodian cooking class consider how this reinvigorated capital is
products in the workshops. On arrival in change. Depending on airline schedules, you
ay a visit to the wonderful ‘La Maison
P with a local, learning about the flavours moving forward.
Battambang, the rest of the day is at leisure. may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights’
de Coco’, an NGO-run centre where local that go into Khmer cuisine. This evening,
Set in some of the country’s most beautiful DAY 11: K A MPOT accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers
people are taught traditional arts such as enjoy a rollicking performance by graduates
landscapes, Battambang is also home to Depart for the coastal town of Kampot, may be required at an additional cost.
weaving, to give them skills that will help of the Phare Cambodian Circus, an NGO
Cambodia’s grandest colonial architecture. stopping en route at a pepper farm to learn VICTORIA MEKONG DOWNSTREA M
them earn a living. organisation that transforms the lives of Customary tipping amount of approximately
about the famous Kampot pepper. Enjoy a 5 days from $1,390pp twin share
rip-roaring combination of theatre, music,
A disadvantaged local youths, providing them DAY 7: L A M AISON DE COCO US$70pp (AU$101pp) is paid locally in
with a formal education and vocational walking tour of Kampot, a charming town Cambodia.
dance and circus, Phare: the Cambodian Head out of town to the 12th-century Prasat HISTORICAL HEART OF VIETNA M
training in the performing arts. characterised by its colonial architecture. 6 days from $715pp twin share
Circus, tells tales woven from local folklore, Banan Temple and admire the breath-taking
history and modern life in a unique, and hilltop views. Return to Battambang and take DAY 12: KEP Visit page 76 to learn more about all of our
authentically Cambodian way. a stroll through the village of Wat Kor, then Enjoy a trip along the coast to the beach town extensions and stopovers.
explore a local house for a glimpse of traditional of Kep, starting with a barbecue lunch and
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