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Indochina Overland
22 days Hanoi to Bangkok
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Explore Hanoi's evocative Old Quarter, Cruise the islands of Halong Bay, Ride a dragon boat along the Perfume River, Take in the tranquility of Hoi An, Experience the excitement of Ho Chi Minh City and its surrounds, Confront Cambodia's tragic past, Be enchanted by the ancient ruins of Angkor, Kick back with a Bangkok brew
Vibrant Vietnam, charismatic Cambodia, beguiling Bangkok: this overland journey covers the best of Indochina and more. From the graceful elegance of Hanoi, the serene beauty of Halong Bay, the quaint charms of Hoi An and the frenetic energy of Saigon, experience the ancient customs, delicious cuisine and optimism of Vietnam. Cap this off with an exciting trip along the Mekong to Phnom Penh as well as a couple of days exploring the enigmatic temples of Angkor and you'll have the ultimate overland adventure!
Physical Rating: 2
Culture Shock Rating: 2
Accommodation: Hotels/guesthouses (18 nts), overnight boat (1 nt), overnight trains (2 nts)
Transportation: Plane, overnight train, bus, minibus, boat, cyclo, walking
Trip Style: Intrepid Original
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $300 for meals not included.
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| Details | | Intrepid Travel | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Days 1-2 | Hanoi | Explore the 36 streets of the Old Quarter, amid the hum of motorbikes and hawker calls. | | Days 3-4 | Halong Bay | Breakfast with the kids of the Blue Dragon Children's Foundation before boarding a boat bound for beautiful Halong Bay. | | Days 5-6 | Hue | Take a dragon boat cruise down the timeless Perfume River and discover Vietnam's regal past amongst the tombs, temples and pagodas of Hue. | | Days 7-9 | Hoi An | Traditional architecture, talented artisans and tasty local food make Hoi An a fantastic destination. | | Days 10-12 | Nha Trang | Swim in the South China Sea, enjoy a soothing massage or savour decadent seafood on a boat cruise over Nha Trang's aquamarine waters. | | Days 13-14 | Ho Chi Minh City | Lose yourself in the entrepreneurial tempest that is Saigon before rowing leisurely along the Mekong. Learn about longan honey from a local bee-keeper and stroll through a rural village for insight into traditional life. | | Days 15-16 | Phnom Penh | Reflect on the atrocities of the Khmer Rouge regime at the Tuol Sleng Museum and at the site of the Killing Fields. A visit to the glittering Silver Pagoda sheds light on brighter times in the country's history. | | Days 17-19 | Siem Reap/Angkor Wat | Take time to temple-hop around the Angkor complex. Sunrise at Angkor Wat, the sight of silvery vines wrapped around the structures of Ta Prohm and the enigmatic smiles of the faces in the Bayon will remain in your memory forever. | | Day 20 | Battambang | Try your hand at cooking Cambodian dishes, tour the surrounding countryside or travel along the railroad on a bamboo train. | | Days 21-22 | Bangkok | Raise glasses of Singha Beer as a toast to an awesome adventure. |
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time of printing/posting. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices
at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2007 and 31 December
2007, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full.
For trips departing beyond 31 December 2007, prices are indicative only. The
itineraries and dates online and in our printed brochures are applicable
from 01 January 2007 until 31 December 2007. Beyond 31 December 2007 dates
and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All
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cancellation is the date on which the written cancellation is received by
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