http://upcoming.yahoo.com/search/?search_placeid=Je31N0qbApjgWRKI7w-- All events in Vietnam on Upcoming. Thu, 22 Oct 2009 09:58:09 -0700 Upcoming 60 en-us Profile for exhibit includes Luxury Cars, Passenger Cars, Specialist Vehicles, Motorcycles, Scooters and Mopeds, and off-road vehicles Manufacturers & Dealers of Automobiles, Components and Accessories, Audio Video Equipment, Car-Care Products, Environment and Safety Equipment, Garage and Service Equipment, Moulds and Dyes, Oils & Lubricants, Petrol vending machines, Tyres, Batteries and Auto Electricals, Upholstery.
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Trekking grade: Moderate
Group size: 10 persons
From US$ 279 per person

The Pu Luong Nature Reserve is an area of outstanding beauty, cultural interest and high biodiversity value stretching from Mai Chau in the north west to Cuc Phuong National Park in the south east. The region is blessed with rich forest, limestone panoramas, magnificent rice terraces and breathtaking scenery. On this trip you can experience the everyday life and culture of Thai and Muong ethnic minorities and spend nights with friendly locals.

ITINERARY
Day 1: Hanoi – Mai Chau – Pu Luong

After breakfast we depart Hanoi for Pu Luong Natural Reserve via Mai Chau. This scenic drive takes around 4 hrs. Along the way we pass fields of tapioca and sugar cane as well as rice paddies. We will reach Mai Chau valley by lunchtime. Following lunch in Pom Coong Village we drive 22km further into the reserve where we begin our trek. We trek for approximately 3 hrs before arriving at Hang Village, which is home to Thai ethnic minority. We spend the night with a local Thai family who will be our hosts in a traditional house built on stilts. Before dinner we can stroll around the village to observe daily life activities of the locals.

Summary
Transfer: 4 hrs
Trekking: 3 hrs/easy terrain
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Home-stay

Day 2: Trek to Kho Muong Village

This morning we have breakfast in the home stay before we begin the big trek of the day. Today we will be walking for around 6 hrs on a rocky path running through jungle. Lunch stop will be in a village along the way. After lunch we will pass through several Thai villages before arriving at the village of Kho Muong. As the name suggests this is a Muong minority village and we will be their guests for the night.

Summary
Trekking: 6 hrs/slightly uphill/rocky path
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Home-stay

Day 3: Trek to Cao Hoong Village

Today we have a full day trek as we climb to the Pu Luong range. En route we pass through a number of small hamlets and minority villages. After 3 hr of light ascent we will we will descend to the village of Cao Hoong, a village of Thai ethnic minority people, where we spend the night in local home.

Summary
Trekking: 6 hrs/light climb followed by a gentle descent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Local house

Day 4: Trek to Cao Village

Our trek through the verdant countryside today will take around 6 hrs. The trek path runs uphill and downhill through forest, rice terraces and scenic villages. On the trek we may see farmers working on rice paddies and children going to school. Lunch break will be in a local village. We spend the night in the Thai village of Cao.

Summary
Trekking: 5 hrs/small climbs
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Local house

Day 5: Cao Village – Canh Nang Town – Mai Chau

After breakfast we trek toward Ma River. The trek is quite gentle since we descend a wide-open valley. After 2 hrs trek we will reach Pho Doan Town where we will visit to the local market. Following we trek Ma River, on the way we will see nice view of river, paddies and water wheel. We will be picked up and transferred to Mai Chau for a late lunch. Overnight in Pom Coong village.

Summary
Trekking: 4 hrs/long descent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Local house

Day 6: Mai Chau – Hanoi

Today is a relaxing day. We can take a stroll in Mai Chau Valley to observe daily life activities of the local. Lunch in local house before driving back to Hanoi. Arrive in Hanoi around 5 pm. Trip concludes

Summary
Transfer: 4 hrs
Trekking: Optional 2-hr leisure walk
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Note on client safety
We reserve the right to deviate from this itinerary for any reasons, including road and weather conditions, frequency of visits to a village, or for any other factor which may influence client safety.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4562020/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4562020/VN/Ha-Noi/Trekking-in-Pu-Luong-Nature-Reserve-Set-Departure-Tour-on-November-2009/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4562020/#comments Wed, 07 Oct 2009 08:50:35 -0700 2009-10-07T08:50:35-07:00 Trekking in Pu Luong Nature Reserve - Set Departure Tour on November, 2009 2009-11-13T08:00:00Z 2009-11-18T17:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/VN/Ha-Noi/Ha-Noi/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/ Ha Noi 11 Ha Noi Hanoi Viet Nam http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/VN/Ha-Noi/Ha-Noi/ 6-day tour with 4 days trek and 3 nights homestay
Trekking grade: Moderate to Challenging
Group size: 12 persons
From US$ 305 per person

This trip gives you the best Sapa has to offer but not in the normal way. The traditional treks start in Sapa and finish back in Sapa. This special trek starts in Ben Den and finishes in Sapa. The trek is tougher but not less enjoyable since you trek through the hills and valleys of the Sapa region, discovering several different minorities along the way. You will experience overnight accommodation in the hospitable villages of Dzay, Tay and Dzao ethnic minorities. The apparent hardships are worth it though as we walk through some of the most spectacular scenery that Vietnam has to offer and experience unique villages culture.

Night 1: Night train to Lao Cai

Transfer from your hotel to Hanoi Railway Station for the night train to Lao Cai. Overnight in AC soft sleeper cabin.

Summary
Transfer hotel – railway station: 15 mins
Accommodation: Soft sleeper in AC cabin

Day 1: Trek from Ta Thang Village to Nam Ket Village

Arrive in Lao cai around 6am. We meet our guide at the train station and have breakfast in local restaurant. After breakfast we will make a 30 minute transfer to Ben Den where the porter team will be waiting for you. We will begin our eight and a half hour trek passing through bamboo forest and green jungle along some of the most remote trekking area of the north. We stop for lunch in the village of Nam Ket. After lunch we will head towards our camp near the Red Dao village of Sin Chai. We may meet the Red Dao ethnic minority tending the fields or working in the forest on our way. There will be time to enjoy the beautiful scenic valley as we pass through. Dinner and overnight at the campsite.

Summary
Transfer Lao Cai – Ta Thang: 45 mins
Trekking: 4 hrs – Moderate to Challenging grade
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping

Day 2: Nam Ket Village – Sin Chai B Village – Thanh Phu Village – Ban Ho Village

We will enjoy breakfast in the camp before preparing for today’s trek. Today’s adventure will take us through a number of small ethnic minority villages (including Red Dao, Xafo and Black H’mong). We will see people from the local communities carrying out their daily activities as it is in the northern highlands. Our trek will take us to our home stay for tonight in the Tay village - Ban Ho

Summary
Trekking: 7 hrs – Moderate to Challenging grade
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Home stay

Day 3: Ban Ho Village – Su Pan Village – Ta Van Village

Following breakfast we will leave Ban Ho behind us and start to ascend to Supan. From Supan we will trek the small trails towards our next stop at the Giang Ta Chai waterfall. From the waterfall we will begin our trek towards Tavan village, where we spend the night with a family. Inhabited by the Zay people, this community has become very adept at rice cultivation and, in marked contrast to the H’mong, they have a higher living standard as a result.

Summary
Trekking: 6 hrs – Moderate to Challenging grade
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Home stay

Day 4: Ta Van Village – Y Ling Ho Village – Cat Cat Village – Sapa

Today is our final day of our journey through the Hoang Lien Valley. We embark on our four and a half hour trek from Tavan, heading first through rice fields to Lao Chai and then on to Y Ling Ho. We will stop for a picnic lunch by the river. After lunch we will continue on small trails to the Black H’mong village of Cat Cat, from here we will make the final push up to Sapa. Overnight in hotel in Sapa Town.

Summary
Trekking: 6 hrs – Moderate to Challenging grade
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel

Day 5: Sapa – Lao Cai – Night train to Hanoi

Breakfast in the hotel. Today you are free at leisure. You can walk to Ham Rong Park or stroll around in Sapa market. Check out hotel at 11.30 am. In the late afternoon we will take a bus ride to Lao Cai for the night train back to Hanoi.

Summary
Transfer Sapa – Lao Cai: 1 hr
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: AC, soft sleeper cabin

Day 6: Arrive in Hanoi – Trip completes

Arrive in Hanoi around 5 am. Trip completes

Note on client safety
We reserve the right to deviate from this itinerary for any reasons, including road and weather conditions, frequency of visits to a village, or for any other factor which may influence client safety.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4562026/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4562026/VN/Ha-Noi/Different-Sapa-Different-Trek-Set-Departure-Tour-on-November-2009/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4562026/#comments Wed, 07 Oct 2009 08:56:38 -0700 2009-10-07T08:56:38-07:00 Different Sapa - Different Trek - Set Departure Tour on November, 2009 2009-11-11T21:00:00Z 2009-11-16T05:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/VN/Ha-Noi/Ha-Noi/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/ Ha Noi 11 Ha Noi Hanoi Viet Nam http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/VN/Ha-Noi/Ha-Noi/ 4-day tour with various terrains, interesting home-stay and awesome scenery
Biking grade: Moderate
Group size: 10 persons
From US$ 326 per person

This trip offers a great opportunity to see the two area of outstanding nature beauty; the North West highlands of Mai Chau and the limestone mountains of Ninh Binh. Biking is a great way to see this fascinating and visually stunning part of Vietnam, offering both physical activity and the unique opportunity to observe a way of life that has changed little over the centuries. As we ride in Mai Chau we encounter Muong and White Thai minorities and are guests in their traditional stilt houses allowing us to see firsthand how these minority peoples live. In Ninh Binh we explore the beauty of “Halong Bay on the rice fields” on bikes.

ITINERARY
Day 1: Overland to Mai Chau/bike to Buoc Village

Leave Hanoi at 8am. We drive southwest to Mai Chau, the gateway to the impressive mountainous area of northern Vietnam. The drive is very nice with stunning view of mountains, valleys, sugarcane farms and rice paddies. We would have a stop en route for refreshment. Upon arrival in Mai Chau we have a lunch stop in Pom Coong, a village of Thai ethnic minority. We will have lunch in a local house. After lunch we embark on a biking on village road to Buoc, a village of Thai minority group. We will have dinner and overnight in a traditional stilt-house of a Thai family.

Summary
Biking: 30km
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Homestay



Day 2: Bike on back road to Mai Chau

Breakfast in the home stay and then we start biking on beautiful country road through scenic villages of Thai minority. We will have lunch in a local house in Xo village. After lunch we continue riding to Pom Coong village. Dinner and overnight in Pom Coong Village.

Summary
Biking: 35km
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Homestay

Day 3: Bike/drive to Ninh Binh

Breakfast and free at leisure to cycle around in the Mai Chau valley or shopping for Thai handmade fabric. Lunch in Mai Chau. After lunch we drive to Ninh Binh. Stop on the way for a beautiful ride through country side. Overnight in Ninh Binh.

Summary
Biking: 30km
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel

Day 4: Bike/sightseeing of “Halong Bay on the rice field”/Drive back to Hanoi

Biking from the hotel to Hoa Lu, the first capital of Vietnam date back from 8th century. Visit the temples and climb some hundred steps to the top of a mountain for a great view over the “Halong Bay on the rice field”. After here we bike through an amazing area of limestone mountains uprising on rice paddies. After 1hr riding we reach Tam Coc. Lunch in local restaurant and then enjoy an interesting rowing boat trip on river to explore the Halong Bay on the rice paddies. Drive back to Hanoi. Trip concludes.

Summary
Biking: 22km
Boat trip: 2 hrs
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Note on client safety
We reserve the right to deviate from this itinerary for any reasons, including road and weather conditions, frequency of visits to a village, or for any other factor which may influence client safety.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4562031/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4562031/VN/Ha-Noi/Biking-Hidden-Paths-of-Mai-Chau-amp-Ninh-Binh-Set-Departure-Tour-on-November-2009/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4562031/#comments Wed, 07 Oct 2009 09:03:12 -0700 2009-10-07T09:03:12-07:00 Biking Hidden Paths of Mai Chau & Ninh Binh - Set Departure Tour on November, 2009 2009-11-16T08:00:00Z 2009-11-19T17:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/VN/Ha-Noi/Ha-Noi/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/ Ha Noi 11 Ha Noi Hanoi Viet Nam http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/VN/Ha-Noi/Ha-Noi/ 4-day tour with 2-day kayaking and overnight on Chinese junk
Kayaking grade: Moderate
Group size: 10 persons
From US$ 459 per person

Halong Bay, located in the Gulf of Tonkin, covers an area of 1500 square km. with more than a thousand limestone peaks soaring from its crystalline emerald water. The calm sea provides an ideal location for sea kayaking as we paddle through a maze of islets amid dramatic natural scenery. With our modern kayaking equipment, we are able to maximize on speed and maneuverability as we explore the open sea and the many hidden lagoons and stalagmite caves that are difficult to access by any other means. After a day of paddling we unwind on our boat and enjoy dinner. This tour offers longer kayaking expedition of Halong Bay. We will paddle amongst islets, visit hidden caves, lagoons, unspoiled beaches, floating fishing village and talk with local fishman.

ITINERARY

Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay

Leave Hanoi for Halong Bay at 8.30am. On the way we will have a short break for refreshment at a handicraft centre. Upon arrival in Halong City we board a wooden boat for a fine seafood lunch and a short cruise to Thien Cung Cave. After a short exploration of the cave we enjoy a beautiful cruise through an amazing area of limestone islets. We will pass a floating village to reach Luon Cave, which is a tunnel thrusting through a mountain. Take a bamboo boat to visit the cave. Back to the junk for dinner and overnight.

Summary
Transfer Hanoi – Halong Bay: 3.5 hrs
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Twin shared cabin



Day 2: Kayaking Halong Bay

After breakfast we start paddling to Van Chai Floating village and then continue paddling to Dark Cave. Tide permitting, we explore this amazing cave by kayak. The cave is a 200m long, dark tunnel thrusting through a limestone mountain. The tunnel is the only entry to a secluded and beautiful lagoon. We can also explore some other caves nearby. Lunch on support boat in front of the cave. After lunch we paddle to Ba Trai Dao Lagoon, along a stunning and fairly rough sea channel, to explore its beautiful beaches. Continue paddling to Lan Ha Bay, which is smaller than Halong Bay but much more interesting with lots of secluded beaches. Cruise back to Halong Bay for dinner and overnight on mother boat

Summary
Kayaking: 6 hrs
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Twin shared cabin

Day 3: Kayaking – Halong Bay

Breakfast on boat. Transferred by support boat to Lan Ha Bay, where we start paddling across a wide sea channel to reach Dau Be Island, which has a small fishing settlement. To the western side of the island is Ho Ba Ham (Three Tunnel Lake), a deep grotto with three inland "lakes. The grotto is accessible only at low tide by kayak. There are beautiful beaches around, where we could stop for swimming. Optional paddling around the island. Lunch on support boat.
Transfer back to mother boat for dinner and overnight.

Summary
Kayaking: 5 - 6 hrs
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Twin shared cabin

Day 4: Halong Bay – Hanoi

Breakfast on the junk and enjoy the sundeck of the junk while she navigates amazing rock formations of Bai Tu Long Bay to get back to Halong City. Lunch on the junk before heading back to Hanoi by bus.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch on mother boat

Summary
Cruising: 3 hrs
Transfer Halong Bay – Hanoi: 3.5 hrs
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Note on client safety
We reserve the right to deviate from this itinerary for any reasons, including road and weather conditions, frequency of visits to a village, or for any other factor which may influence client safety.
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Biking grade: Introductory
Group size: 10 persons
From US$ 312 per person

If one wants to get to know an area, biking is a real delight. Our biking trip is truly an opportunity to participate in the everyday life of the Mekong Delta. We can pedal amid schoolchildren, ride behind women with squealing pigs tied on their bicycle, or talk with men biking to work in suits. On this special trip, we ride through beautiful areas of lush fruit orchards, endless paddy fields, lively floating market and busy canals.

ITINERARY
Day 1: Sai Gon - My Tho - Vinh Long

Leave hotel for Long An at 8.30 am. We drive around 1hr to reach Long An, where we begin our interesting biking day over a picturesque area of expansive rice fields, luxuriant fruit orchards and plenty of small canal. After 2hr biking we will reach My Tho, a quiet town by the bank of the Mekong River . Lunch break in My Tho before riding to Vinh Long, the capital of Vinh Long Province which lying between two big branches of the Mekong River . From My Tho to Vinh Long we ride on small paved roads running through a vast expanse of rice field. Upon arrival in the small town of Cai Be we take an interesting boat trip to cross the mighty Mekong River to reach a village on a small island in the middle of the river, where we spend the night in a local home. The home stay will be an unforgettable experience and can give you a unique insight into the culture of the locals. A fantastic dinner with local delights is cooked by the family.

Summary
Transfer: 40 mins
Biking: 2 hrs in the morning & 3 hrs in the afternoon. Ride on flat country road, partly unpaved road
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Homestay in Vinh Long

Day 2: Vinh Long - Chau Doc

After breakfast we say goodbye to the family and cross the Mekong River on boat. We will take a bus transfer to the peaceful town of Sa Dec, which is famous for its many nurseries of flower and bonsai. Here we begin riding to Cho Moi, a small town known for its rich groves of fruit. The ride in the morning is on the smooth paved road along the Mekong . Lunch in Cho Moi before taking more biking in the afternoon to reach Chau Doc, a pleasant little town near the border. We will have a panoramic view over the vast plain of the Mekong Delta and far into . Dinner in local restaurant and enjoy an orientation tour of Chau Doc by xe dap loi (pulling cyclo). Overnight in hotel.

Summary
Biking: 2 hrs in the morning & 3 hrs in the afternoon. Ride on smooth paved road.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Chau Doc town

Day 3: Chau Doc to Can Tho

Breakfast in town and begin our biking to Long Xuyen, the capital of An Giang Province. The morning ride is on good national road along the Mekong . Today the traffic is a bit busier but the biking is not less interesting as we riding along one of the busiest section of the Mekong River . Lunch in Long Xuyen Town and then continue riding to Can Tho, the economic, cultural and transportation centre of the Mekong Delta. Dinner in local restaurant and overnight in hotel.

Summary
Biking: 3 hrs in the morning & 3 hrs in the afternoon. Ride on smooth paved road.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Can Tho City

Day 4: Can Tho - Saigon

Early get up for a great boat trip to one of the busiest floating market in Southeast Asia . We will see a lively and colorful market on a large bend of the river. Boat trip back to town for breakfast in the hotel. After breakfast cross the Mekong on public ferry and ride to Vinh Long. Lunch on the way and bus transfer to Saigon in the afternoon. Tour ends in Saigon.

Summary
Biking: 2-hr ride on smooth paved road
Boat trip: 2.5 hrs
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Note on client safety
We reserve the right to deviate from this itinerary for any reasons, including road and weather conditions, frequency of visits to a village, or for any other factor which may influence client safety.
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Motorcycling grade: Moderate
Group size: 08 persons
From US$ 1,188 per person

The legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail was the supply line used by North Vietnam to link North and South Vietnam during the American War. Soldiers, ammunition, weapons and supplies were carried by hand, bicycle and truck for hundreds of kilometers through the otherwise impenetrable jungle that covered Vietnam’s mountainous border with Laos. A testimony to the ingenuity, fortitude and commitment of the northern Vietnamese, the trail slipped from use at the end of the war and was taken back by the jungle. Recent road work that follow original sections of the trail have changed this.
Besides incredible driving, deep in the Vietnamese countryside, this ride takes in the charming ancient trading town of Hoian, Khe Sanh battle site and DMZ. We also take time to stay overnight in a traditional Thai hill tribe and visit to some tribal villages on the way.

ITINEARY
Day 01: Arrival in Hanoi

Arriving in Hanoi, you will clear customs and immigration. Leaving the airport, you will be met by your guide, holding a sign with your name on it. He will transfer you to your hotel. The rest of day is free to wash up and rest.

In the evening we will attend the famous Water Puppet Show, with its introduction to Vietnamese history and mythology. At night, you will have a welcome dinner with local delights. Overnight in Hanoi.

Summary
Transfer: 50min
Hotel: Hanoi
Meal: Welcome dinner



Day 02: Hanoi city tour

After breakfast we will begin our city tour of Hanoi. At first, we visit to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and the “Uncle Ho” house. After that we head to the unique One Stilt Pagoda, which date from one thousand year ago.

Continue to the Hanoi’s famous Temple of Literature, the first university of Vietnam founded in 1070. The highlight of this cultural, historical site is the garden of stelae where you find 82 stone stelae bearing names, places of birth and achievements of men who received doctorates in each triennial examination from 1442; each stelae sits on a stone tortoise.

Lunch in local restaurant before heading to the Old Quarter for a relaxing cyclo tour through the ancient part of Hanoi. Perhaps the most interesting area you will visit is the Old Quarter. Here many tiny streets join to sell a huge diversity of products. In the old days, each street bore the name of the product sold – “Shoe Street,” “Noodle Street,” and the like. Today, the streets sometimes sell a variety of items, but often the names are accurate. The Old Quarter also houses some of the most interesting art galleries and fashion houses.

After the cyclo tour we will drive to the Museum of Ethnology, which is quite away from the central Hanoi. It features a fascinating collection of art and everyday objects gathered from Vietnam and its diverse tribal people. On our trip we will meet some tribal groups – now it is time to learn about them. Overnight in Hanoi.

Summary
Sightseeing: full day
Hotel: Hanoi
Meal: breakfast, lunch

Day 03: Hanoi – Mai Chau

In the morning we take a short bus drive the Ho Chi Minh Trail Museum on the outskirts of Hanoi. The museum is a great place to learn about the historic trail which we will ride on. After the visit to the museum we will jump on our Minsks and spend sometime to get familiar with the bikes.

Now, let’s begin our adventure. We will ride on Highway 6 passing extensive farming lands comprising a sea of paddy fields split by tree-lined roads punctuated by limestone karst scenery.

After a light lunch in Hoa Binh Town, the capital of Hoa Binh Province, we cross two short mountain passes then descent to the mountain valley settlement of Mai Chau. Dinner and overnight in a stilt house of the Thai people.

Summary
Distance: 140km
Home-stay: village in Mai Chau
Meal: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 04: Mai Chau – Vinh

Say goodbye to the villagers we then head south on a beautiful winding road which follow the banks of the Ma River. After some hours riding on undulating quiet road we join the new Ho Chi Minh Highway. This newly carved route leads us due south, through remote back country , not far from the Laos boder. Lunch will be on the way with local foods. In the afternoon we cut eastward towards the coast and stay overnight in the peaceful city of Vinh, which is close to where Ho Chi Minh was born. Dinner in local restaurant and overnight in hotel.

Summary
Distance: 268km
Hotel: Vinh City
Meal: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 05: Vinh – Huong Khe

This morning we head inland towards the Laos border after 40min riding we can reach the birthplace of Ho Chi Minh in Kim Lien Village. The place is truly a shrine to the Vietnamese and visited by few westerners.

After paying respects to Uncle Ho, we head to the HCM Highway via Thanh Chuong District. You cross the Lam River on the Ro Bridge and then drive primarily on the beautiful new highway of Ho Chi Minh. Lunch break in Pho Chau Town, a tiny town about 40km from Thanh Chuong.

After lunch, we continue on the quiet highway to Dong Loc Intersection, (main junction for supply lines during the war) which is widely regarded in Vietnamese eyes as the beginning of Ho Chi Minh Trail. We then pass through renote back country , close to the border , as the scenery steadily becomes dominated by karst limestone rock formations. We will reach our overnight spot, Huong Khe Town, around 5pm. Dinner in local restaurant and overnight in a mini hotel.

Summary
Distance: 160km
Hotel: Huong Khe Town
Meal: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 06: Huong Khe – Phong Nha – Dong Hoi (Quang Binh)

Today’s ride is on a very quiet section of the new highway. En route, you will come to Khe Ve Intersection and Pheo – the very first branch of the Ho Chi Minh Trail into Laos.

Continuing on from Pheo, we will arrive in Phong Nha around noon. After lunch in local restaurant, we board a dragon boat to explore the famous Nature World Heritage Site of Phong Nha cave.

After the exploration of Phong Nha, we ride 30km eastward to the costal town of Dong Hoi, our today’s overnight spot. Dinner and overnight in hotel.

Summary
Distance: 210km
Hotel: Dong Hoi Town
Meal: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 07: Dong Hoi – Dong Ha (Quang Tri)

Today’s ride is also on the new, quiet highway. Along the way, we will have a short stop at Truong Son National Cemetery to pay respect to the soldiers who fought and died on the trail during the American War. After here we head to Dong Ha Town passing Ben Tat Bridge, built by the VC over the Ben Hai River.

Arriving in Dong Ha, we will check into the hotel, and have some lunch. In the afternoon, we dride to the mystic Vinh Moc Tunnel and the famous DMZ, Doc Mieu fire base and the historic Hien Luong Bridge.
Dinner and overnight in Dong Ha.

Summary
Distance: 176km in the moring & 80km in the afternoon
Hotel: Dong Ha Town
Meal: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 08: Dong Ha – Khe Sanh – A Luoi (Thua Thien Hue Province)

Continuing west on Highway 9, we will climb into the Truong Son foothills. About 16km from Khe Sanh is the Dakrong Bridge and the road turns winding and narrow. A bit further, we will come to Huang Hoa, once known as Khe Sanh Base, which was established as a forward base by General Westmoreland near Laos to secure Highway 9. About 3km from Khe Sanh is Ta Con Airbase.

Lunch in Khe Sanh and then head out across the famous Dakrong River Bridge on Rte. 14 Near the town of Ta Rut, we will stop for a visit with the Pa Co people and a walk through their village.

From Ta Rut, you head over scenic Pe Ke Pass and then down to A Luoi for the night.
Dinner in local restaurant and overnight in a simple gueshouse.

Summary
Distance: 200km
Hotel: guesthouse in A Luoi Town
Meal: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 09: A Luoi – Hien – Thanh My – Hoi An

Today’s riding is the best riding of the whole route. For the first 110km, we cross one of the longest and most stunning pass on new and quiet road, through stunning scenery of primitive forests backed by the imposing Truong Son mountain range. There are also two long tunnels and very little traffic. The next 68km from Hien to Thanh My are on good road with some gentle climbs. Lunch on the way in local restaurant. The last 40km of the day are on an older, bumpier road all the way from Ai Nghia to the charming ancient town of Hoi An. Dinner and overnight in Hoi An.

Summary
Distance: 240km
Hotel: Hoi An Town
Meal: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 10: Hoi An – Free at leisure

Hoi An, nestled on the banks of the Thu Bon River. Before the river silted up, Hoi An was one of the most important trading ports in Southeast Asia, and a center for East-West exchange and trade. The rooftops of Hoi An retain a magical old world Oriental feel and are a favorite subject for Vietnamese artists. In the early 1980s Hoi An’s ancient quarters and historical monuments came under the protection and restoration efforts of UNESCO and the Polish government.

You will spend the day visiting the town of Hoi An on your own. Overnight in Hoi An.

Summary
Hotel: Hoi An Town
Meal: breakfast

Day 11: Departure

Transfer from Hoi An to Da Nang to take flight to onward destination.

Summary
Transfer: 1 hr
Meal: breakfast.

Note on client safety
We reserve the right to deviate from this itinerary for any reasons, including road and weather conditions, frequency of visits to a village, or for any other factor which may influence client safety.
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4562044/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4562044/VN/Ha-Noi/Motorcycling-the-Ho-Chi-Minh-Trail-Half-Challenge-Set-Departure-Tours-on-November-2009/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4562044/#comments Wed, 07 Oct 2009 09:22:58 -0700 2009-10-07T09:22:58-07:00 Motorcycling the Ho Chi Minh Trail - Half Challenge - Set Departure Tours on November, 2009 2009-11-18T08:00:00Z 2009-11-27T12:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/VN/Ha-Noi/Ha-Noi/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/ Ha Noi 11 Ha Noi Hanoi Viet Nam http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/VN/Ha-Noi/Ha-Noi/ 10-day trip with 5 days in Mekong Delta & 5 days in Cambodia
Group size: 10 persons
From US$ 1,305 per person

This trip offers great combination of the two exotic lands and cultures. The trip starts in the dynamic city of Saigon. We will travel to Mekong Delta to experience great boat trip on the mighty river. We will walk on village roads, visit to local houses and take ferry to cross the Mekong River. The highlight of Mekong Delta is the busy and colorful market of Cai Rang. From Mekong Delta we travel to Phnom Penh by boat and start our journey to the majestic beauty of Angkor Wat.

ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival in Saigon
Arrival in Saigon. Meet our guide at the airport and transfer to hotel in Saigon. Welcome dinner and tour briefing in the evening. Overnight in Saigon

Summary
Hotel transfer: 20 mins
Meal: Welcome Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon

Day 2: City tour & Cu Chi Tunnel
After breakfast in hotel we take a city tour to see the different faces of this bustling city on a full day tour with extensive visits to the Re-Unification Palace, the Central Post Office, the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Jade Emperor Temple and the Ben Thanh market. Lunch in local restaurant. After lunch we drive to the famous Cu Chi underground tunnel system to experience how the Viet Cong lived and fought during the American War. Back to Saigon in the afternoon.

Summary
Sightseeing: Half day city tour & half day tour to Cu Chi tunnel
Transportation: AC vehicle
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon

Day 3: Saigon – Vinh Long – Can Tho
After breakfast we depart for Cai Be. Upon arrival in Cai Be we board a boat for a journey through the town’s floating market. See how river life goes on, trading between merchant ships and local farmers. Cruise through secluded canals and over the Mighty Mekong to island where we stop to enjoy seasonal fruits before our boat takes us to Vinh Long where we get back on the bus for our trip to Can Tho to overnight.

Summary
Cruise & Culture exploration: Full day
Transportation: AC vehicle, boat
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Can Tho

Day 4: Can Tho – Chau Doc
An early start for a boat trip to Cai Rang floating markets, one of the most lively and colorful markets in Southeast Asia. After the market we cruise back to town. Breakfast in hotel and visit to centre market of Can Tho. We will try a xe loi, the local colonial-era cab pulled by motorbike, to see the town. Lunch in local restaurant before heading to Chau Doc. Overnight in Chau Doc.

Summary
Cruise to Cai Rang: 1hr
Transportation: AC vehicle, boat
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Chau Doc

Day 5: Chau Doc – Phnom Penh
Breakfast in hotel and aboard a speed boat at 8 am. The boat approaches Vinh Xuong border gate where passengers complete entry procedures. Continue to Cambodia cruising on Tone Le Sap River. We would reach Phnom Penh International Port (Sisowath Street) around12.30.
Meet and great by our guide and transfer to hotel in Phnom Penh. After check-in we have lunch in local restaurant and take a short city tour of Phnom Penh visiting to the National Museum where we would see the world’s most wondrous collection of Khmer sculture. Continue to Wat Phnom where the Khmers prefer to pray for luck. Back to hotel for overnight.

Summary
Cruise to Phnom Penh: 4-5 hrs
Transportation: AC vehicle, speed boat
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh

Day 6: City tour of Phnom Penh
Breakfast at the hotel. Today we take an excursion to Tonle Batie, which is 40 km from Phnom Penh, visiting to a pair of old Angkorian-era temple of Ta Prohm and Yeay Poev. In the afternoon, we visit the harrowing Tuol Sleng Museum before continuing to the Killing Field of Choeung Ek where prisoner from Security Prison 21 were taken for execution. It is grim afternoon, but essential for understanding just how far Cambodia has come in the intervening years. Back to hotel. Overnight in Phnom Penh.

Summary
Sightseeing: Full day
Transportation: AC vehicle
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh

Day 7: Fly to Siem Riep
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to airport for a short fly to Siem Riep. Upon arrival in Siem Riep we head to our hotel down town for check-in. The rest of the day we visit to the world wonder of Angkor Wat. We first visit to Southern Gate of Angkor Thom and the unique temple of Bayon. It is a collection of 54 gothic towers decorated with 216 coldy smiling, enormous faces glaring down from every angle. We continue to the Baphoun temple, which would have been one of the most spectacular of Angkor’s temples in its heyday. Moving on to the Terrace of Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King. Complete the day with sunset watching from Phnom Bakheng Hill. Back to the hotel for overnight. Overnight in Siem Riep

Summary
Sightseeing: Half day
Transportation: AC vehicle, Airplane
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Riep

Day 8: Exploration of Angkor
Breakfast at the hotel. Today we continue to the enchanting temple of the Banteay Srei, the jewel in the crown of Angkorian art. Banteay Srei means ‘Citadel of the Women’ and it is said that it must have been built by a women, as the elaborate carvings are too fine for the hand of a man.
In the afternoon, we visit the Banteay Samre, which dates from the same period as Angkor Wat. The temple is in a fairly healthy state of preservation due to some extensive renovation work. After here we continue to visit the monuments of Rolous, which served as Indravarman I’s capital. The temples were built by the Khmer and mark the beginning of the age of Khmer classical art. Back to the hotel for overnight.

Summary
Sightseeing: Full day
Transportation: AC vehicle
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Riep

Day 9: Exploration of Angkor
Breakfast at the hotel. Today we continue to discover Angkor Wat. In the morning we visit the fabulous Ta Prohm embraced by the roots of enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers. Visit to Pre Rup temple, East Mebon temple, and Neak Poan temple.
In the afternoon we visit to Krovan temple, Royal Bath of Srah Srang and Banteay Kdei temples. Back to the hotel for overnight.

Summary
Sightseeing: Full day
Transportation: AC vehicle
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Riep

Day 10: Departure
Breakfast at the hotel. We take a short bus ride to Tonle Sap Lake. Board a motored boat and enjoy a cruise past a floating village. Visit to local schools in the floating village.
Back to the town and enjoy free time to shop in local market. Transfer to Siem Reap International airport departure flight. Trip completes

Summary
Boat trip: 2 hrs
Transportation: AC vehicle, Boat
Meal: Breakfast

Note on client safety
We reserve the right to deviate from this itinerary for any reasons, including road and weather conditions, frequency of visits to a village, or for any other factor which may influence client safety.
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Trekking grade: Moderate
Group size: 12 persons
From US$ 449 per person

A spectacular new trek exploring impressive temple ruins “off the beaten track” of the main Angkor Temple complex. Visit the earliest permanent temples built by the Khmers. Stumble upon relics and remains of Cambodia's recent past. Trekking through forests and villages and even swimming in waterfalls.

ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival Siem Reap

You arrive in Siem Reap, the gateway the World Heritage Site of Cambodia - Angkor Wat. Angkor Wat is located 7 km south of Siem Reap. Meet our guide at the airport and transfer to the hotel for check-in.

The afternoon you are free to explore the markets and Pagoda’s around town and get a better look what Cambodian life is all about. Dinner in local restaurant with Khmer cuisine. We will have a tour briefing before dinner. Overnight in Siem Reap.

Summary
Transfer airport – hotel: 20 mins
Meal: Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Riep

Day 2: Siem Reap – Phnom Bok Camp

After our breakfast we depart for a long and interesting trek to Rolous group. Rolous is a temple group that date back in the 8th century. The three main temples are Lolei, Preah Ko and Bakong.

After our exploration we head to Wat Lohok which we will explore and where we will enjoy a break and a snack. The continuing trek leads us through small rural villages and over sand paths to our final destination of the day; Phnom Bok Camp. Our camp is set up for you already and you have some time to catch a breath before we take of for a climb up 640 steps to the ruin of Phnom Bok. On top of Phnom Bok we will enjoy sunset and a magnificent view over the plains below. Dinner and overnight at campsite.

Summary
Trekking: 30 km, easy terrain
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping

Day 3: Phnom Bok – Banteay Srey Camp

After breakfast at campsite we head to Banteay Srey, the best preserved temple in Cambodia, which offers stunning base relief and other stone carvings. The temple is only small in size but of huge significance in understanding the Angkorian Era.
Lunch on the way. After lunch we continue to Wat Lor. The road to these temples passes pretty countryside and it’s a true relaxing experience.

Our catering team awaits you at camp and supplies you with some excellent food. The friendly and curious locals will not stay away too long. Dinner and overnight at the campsite.

Summary
Trekking: 30 km, easy terrain
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping

Day 4: Banteay Srey Camp – Angkor Wat – Siem Reap

After breakfast at camp we transfer a bit to the starting point of our trek towards Angkor Wat, one of the most impressive religious monuments in the world and represents the Khmer heritage. It’s stunning base relief, massive towers and huge entrance way will simply awe you in every sense.
It’s a very special and relaxing day as you will explore some of Angkor’s most beautiful temples by foot while others are sitting in comfortable air conditioned busses, you will explore Angkor and find yourself “discovering” new temples in the jungle around every corner.

You will visit the former capital Angkor Thom (Bayon, Terrace of the Elephants) and Ta Prohm. Ta Prohm is famous for its massive overgrown trees. It was used as set for the movie Tomb Raider. Late afternoon we cycle to Banteay Kdey and explore this massive complex before we head back to Siem Reap for refreshing ourselves and dinner. Overnight in Siem Reap.

Summary
Trekking: 30 km, easy terrain
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping

Day 5: Siem Reap – Home

After breakfast you are free to explore the town of Siem Reap and shopping for souvenirs at the local market known as Psa Chas (Old Market). Transfer to the airport for flight back home. Trip ends.

Summary
Transfer Siem Riep – Airport: 20 mins
Meal: Breakfast

Note on client safety
We reserve the right to deviate from this itinerary for any reasons, including road and weather conditions, frequency of visits to a village, or for any other factor which may influence client safety.
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Trekking grade: Moderate
Group size: 10 persons
From US$ 279 per person

The Pu Luong Nature Reserve is an area of outstanding beauty, cultural interest and high biodiversity value stretching from Mai Chau in the north west to Cuc Phuong National Park in the south east. The region is blessed with rich forest, limestone panoramas, magnificent rice terraces and breathtaking scenery. On this trip you can experience the everyday life and culture of Thai and Muong ethnic minorities and spend nights with friendly locals.

ITINERARY
Day 1: Hanoi – Mai Chau – Pu Luong

After breakfast we depart Hanoi for Pu Luong Natural Reserve via Mai Chau. This scenic drive takes around 4 hrs. Along the way we pass fields of tapioca and sugar cane as well as rice paddies. We will reach Mai Chau valley by lunchtime. Following lunch in Pom Coong Village we drive 22km further into the reserve where we begin our trek. We trek for approximately 3 hrs before arriving at Hang Village, which is home to Thai ethnic minority. We spend the night with a local Thai family who will be our hosts in a traditional house built on stilts. Before dinner we can stroll around the village to observe daily life activities of the locals.

Summary
Transfer: 4 hrs
Trekking: 3 hrs/easy terrain
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Home-stay

Day 2: Trek to Kho Muong Village

This morning we have breakfast in the home stay before we begin the big trek of the day. Today we will be walking for around 6 hrs on a rocky path running through jungle. Lunch stop will be in a village along the way. After lunch we will pass through several Thai villages before arriving at the village of Kho Muong. As the name suggests this is a Muong minority village and we will be their guests for the night.

Summary
Trekking: 6 hrs/slightly uphill/rocky path
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Home-stay

Day 3: Trek to Cao Hoong Village

Today we have a full day trek as we climb to the Pu Luong range. En route we pass through a number of small hamlets and minority villages. After 3 hr of light ascent we will we will descend to the village of Cao Hoong, a village of Thai ethnic minority people, where we spend the night in local home.

Summary
Trekking: 6 hrs/light climb followed by a gentle descent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Local house

Day 4: Trek to Cao Village

Our trek through the verdant countryside today will take around 6 hrs. The trek path runs uphill and downhill through forest, rice terraces and scenic villages. On the trek we may see farmers working on rice paddies and children going to school. Lunch break will be in a local village. We spend the night in the Thai village of Cao.

Summary
Trekking: 5 hrs/small climbs
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Local house

Day 5: Cao Village – Canh Nang Town – Mai Chau

After breakfast we trek toward Ma River. The trek is quite gentle since we descend a wide-open valley. After 2 hrs trek we will reach Pho Doan Town where we will visit to the local market. Following we trek Ma River, on the way we will see nice view of river, paddies and water wheel. We will be picked up and transferred to Mai Chau for a late lunch. Overnight in Pom Coong village.

Summary
Trekking: 4 hrs/long descent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Local house

Day 6: Mai Chau – Hanoi

Today is a relaxing day. We can take a stroll in Mai Chau Valley to observe daily life activities of the local. Lunch in local house before driving back to Hanoi. Arrive in Hanoi around 5 pm. Trip concludes

Summary
Transfer: 4 hrs
Trekking: Optional 2-hr leisure walk
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Note on client safety
We reserve the right to deviate from this itinerary for any reasons, including road and weather conditions, frequency of visits to a village, or for any other factor which may influence client safety.

More information: http://www.activetravelvietnam.com/tour.php?op=detail&tourId=30
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Trekking grade: Moderate to Challenging
Group size: 12 persons
From US$ 305 per person

This trip gives you the best Sapa has to offer but not in the normal way. The traditional treks start in Sapa and finish back in Sapa. This special trek starts in Ben Den and finishes in Sapa. The trek is tougher but not less enjoyable since you trek through the hills and valleys of the Sapa region, discovering several different minorities along the way. You will experience overnight accommodation in the hospitable villages of Dzay, Tay and Dzao ethnic minorities. The apparent hardships are worth it though as we walk through some of the most spectacular scenery that Vietnam has to offer and experience unique villages culture.

ITINERARY
Night 1: Night train to Lao Cai

Transfer from your hotel to Hanoi Railway Station for the night train to Lao Cai. Overnight in AC soft sleeper cabin.

Summary
Transfer hotel – railway station: 15 mins
Accommodation: Soft sleeper in AC cabin

Day 1: Trek from Ta Thang Village to Nam Ket Village

Arrive in Lao cai around 6am. We meet our guide at the train station and have breakfast in local restaurant. After breakfast we will make a 30 minute transfer to Ben Den where the porter team will be waiting for you. We will begin our eight and a half hour trek passing through bamboo forest and green jungle along some of the most remote trekking area of the north. We stop for lunch in the village of Nam Ket. After lunch we will head towards our camp near the Red Dao village of Sin Chai. We may meet the Red Dao ethnic minority tending the fields or working in the forest on our way. There will be time to enjoy the beautiful scenic valley as we pass through. Dinner and overnight at the campsite.

Summary
Transfer Lao Cai – Ta Thang: 45 mins
Trekking: 4 hrs – Moderate to Challenging grade
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping

Day 2: Nam Ket Village – Sin Chai B Village – Thanh Phu Village – Ban Ho Village

We will enjoy breakfast in the camp before preparing for today’s trek. Today’s adventure will take us through a number of small ethnic minority villages (including Red Dao, Xafo and Black H’mong). We will see people from the local communities carrying out their daily activities as it is in the northern highlands. Our trek will take us to our home stay for tonight in the Tay village - Ban Ho

Summary
Trekking: 7 hrs – Moderate to Challenging grade
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Home stay

Day 3: Ban Ho Village – Su Pan Village – Ta Van Village

Following breakfast we will leave Ban Ho behind us and start to ascend to Supan. From Supan we will trek the small trails towards our next stop at the Giang Ta Chai waterfall. From the waterfall we will begin our trek towards Tavan village, where we spend the night with a family. Inhabited by the Zay people, this community has become very adept at rice cultivation and, in marked contrast to the H’mong, they have a higher living standard as a result.

Summary
Trekking: 6 hrs – Moderate to Challenging grade
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Home stay

Day 4: Ta Van Village – Y Ling Ho Village – Cat Cat Village – Sapa

Today is our final day of our journey through the Hoang Lien Valley. We embark on our four and a half hour trek from Tavan, heading first through rice fields to Lao Chai and then on to Y Ling Ho. We will stop for a picnic lunch by the river. After lunch we will continue on small trails to the Black H’mong village of Cat Cat, from here we will make the final push up to Sapa. Overnight in hotel in Sapa Town.

Summary
Trekking: 6 hrs – Moderate to Challenging grade
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel

Day 5: Sapa – Lao Cai – Night train to Hanoi

Breakfast in the hotel. Today you are free at leisure. You can walk to Ham Rong Park or stroll around in Sapa market. Check out hotel at 11.30 am. In the late afternoon we will take a bus ride to Lao Cai for the night train back to Hanoi.

Summary
Transfer Sapa – Lao Cai: 1 hr
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: AC, soft sleeper cabin

Day 6: Arrive in Hanoi – Trip completes

Arrive in Hanoi around 5 am. Trip completes

Note on client safety
We reserve the right to deviate from this itinerary for any reasons, including road and weather conditions, frequency of visits to a village, or for any other factor which may influence client safety.

More information: http://www.activetravelvietnam.com/tour.php?op=detail&tourId=56
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4766953/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4766953/VN/Ha-Noi/Different-Sapa-Different-Trek-Set-Departure-Tour-on-December2009/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4766953/#comments Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:19:42 -0700 2009-10-21T10:19:42-07:00 Different Sapa - Different Trek- Set Departure Tour on December,2009 2009-12-18T21:00:00Z 2009-12-23T05:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/VN/Ha-Noi/Ha-Noi/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/ Ha Noi 11 Ha Noi Hanoi Viet Nam http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/VN/Ha-Noi/Ha-Noi/ 4-day tour with various terrains, interesting home-stay and awesome scenery
Biking grade: Moderate
Group size: 10 persons
From US$ 326 per person

This trip offers a great opportunity to see the two area of outstanding nature beauty; the North West highlands of Mai Chau and the limestone mountains of Ninh Binh. Biking is a great way to see this fascinating and visually stunning part of Vietnam, offering both physical activity and the unique opportunity to observe a way of life that has changed little over the centuries. As we ride in Mai Chau we encounter Muong and White Thai minorities and are guests in their traditional stilt houses allowing us to see firsthand how these minority peoples live. In Ninh Binh we explore the beauty of “Halong Bay on the rice fields” on bikes.

ITINERARY
Day 1: Overland to Mai Chau/bike to Buoc Village

Leave Hanoi at 8am. We drive southwest to Mai Chau, the gateway to the impressive mountainous area of northern Vietnam. The drive is very nice with stunning view of mountains, valleys, sugarcane farms and rice paddies. We would have a stop en route for refreshment. Upon arrival in Mai Chau we have a lunch stop in Pom Coong, a village of Thai ethnic minority. We will have lunch in a local house. After lunch we embark on a biking on village road to Buoc, a village of Thai minority group. We will have dinner and overnight in a traditional stilt-house of a Thai family.

Summary
Biking: 30km
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Homestay



Day 2: Bike on back road to Mai Chau

Breakfast in the home stay and then we start biking on beautiful country road through scenic villages of Thai minority. We will have lunch in a local house in Xo village. After lunch we continue riding to Pom Coong village. Dinner and overnight in Pom Coong Village.

Summary
Biking: 35km
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Homestay

Day 3: Bike/drive to Ninh Binh

Breakfast and free at leisure to cycle around in the Mai Chau valley or shopping for Thai handmade fabric. Lunch in Mai Chau. After lunch we drive to Ninh Binh. Stop on the way for a beautiful ride through country side. Overnight in Ninh Binh.

Summary
Biking: 30km
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel

Day 4: Bike/sightseeing of “Halong Bay on the rice field”/Drive back to Hanoi

Biking from the hotel to Hoa Lu, the first capital of Vietnam date back from 8th century. Visit the temples and climb some hundred steps to the top of a mountain for a great view over the “Halong Bay on the rice field”. After here we bike through an amazing area of limestone mountains uprising on rice paddies. After 1hr riding we reach Tam Coc. Lunch in local restaurant and then enjoy an interesting rowing boat trip on river to explore the Halong Bay on the rice paddies. Drive back to Hanoi. Trip concludes.

Summary
Biking: 22km
Boat trip: 2 hrs
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Note on client safety
We reserve the right to deviate from this itinerary for any reasons, including road and weather conditions, frequency of visits to a village, or for any other factor which may influence client safety.

More information: http://www.activetravelvietnam.com/tour.php?op=detail&tourId=32
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4766954/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4766954/VN/Ha-Noi/Biking-Hidden-Paths-of-Mai-Chau-amp-Ninh-Binh-Set-Departure-Tour-on-December-2009/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4766954/#comments Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:27:12 -0700 2009-10-21T10:27:12-07:00 Biking Hidden Paths of Mai Chau & Ninh Binh - Set Departure Tour on December, 2009 2009-12-14T08:00:00Z 2009-12-17T17:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/VN/Ha-Noi/Ha-Noi/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/ Ha Noi 11 Ha Noi Hanoi Viet Nam http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/VN/Ha-Noi/Ha-Noi/ 4-day tour with 2-day kayaking and overnight on Chinese junk
Kayaking grade: Moderate
Group size: 10 persons
From US$ 459 per person

Halong Bay, located in the Gulf of Tonkin, covers an area of 1500 square km. with more than a thousand limestone peaks soaring from its crystalline emerald water. The calm sea provides an ideal location for sea kayaking as we paddle through a maze of islets amid dramatic natural scenery. With our modern kayaking equipment, we are able to maximize on speed and maneuverability as we explore the open sea and the many hidden lagoons and stalagmite caves that are difficult to access by any other means. After a day of paddling we unwind on our boat and enjoy dinner. This tour offers longer kayaking expedition of Halong Bay. We will paddle amongst islets, visit hidden caves, lagoons, unspoiled beaches, floating fishing village and talk with local fishman.

ITINERARY
Day 1: Hanoi – Halong Bay

Leave Hanoi for Halong Bay at 8.30am. On the way we will have a short break for refreshment at a handicraft centre. Upon arrival in Halong City we board a wooden boat for a fine seafood lunch and a short cruise to Thien Cung Cave. After a short exploration of the cave we enjoy a beautiful cruise through an amazing area of limestone islets. We will pass a floating village to reach Luon Cave, which is a tunnel thrusting through a mountain. Take a bamboo boat to visit the cave. Back to the junk for dinner and overnight.

Summary
Transfer Hanoi – Halong Bay: 3.5 hrs
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Twin shared cabin

Day 2: Kayaking Halong Bay

After breakfast we start paddling to Van Chai Floating village and then continue paddling to Dark Cave. Tide permitting, we explore this amazing cave by kayak. The cave is a 200m long, dark tunnel thrusting through a limestone mountain. The tunnel is the only entry to a secluded and beautiful lagoon. We can also explore some other caves nearby. Lunch on support boat in front of the cave. After lunch we paddle to Ba Trai Dao Lagoon, along a stunning and fairly rough sea channel, to explore its beautiful beaches. Continue paddling to Lan Ha Bay, which is smaller than Halong Bay but much more interesting with lots of secluded beaches. Cruise back to Halong Bay for dinner and overnight on mother boat

Summary
Kayaking: 6 hrs
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Twin shared cabin

Day 3: Kayaking – Halong Bay

Breakfast on boat. Transferred by support boat to Lan Ha Bay, where we start paddling across a wide sea channel to reach Dau Be Island, which has a small fishing settlement. To the western side of the island is Ho Ba Ham (Three Tunnel Lake), a deep grotto with three inland "lakes. The grotto is accessible only at low tide by kayak. There are beautiful beaches around, where we could stop for swimming. Optional paddling around the island. Lunch on support boat.
Transfer back to mother boat for dinner and overnight.

Summary
Kayaking: 5 - 6 hrs
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Twin shared cabin

Day 4: Halong Bay – Hanoi

Breakfast on the junk and enjoy the sundeck of the junk while she navigates amazing rock formations of Bai Tu Long Bay to get back to Halong City. Lunch on the junk before heading back to Hanoi by bus.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch on mother boat

Summary
Cruising: 3 hrs
Transfer Halong Bay – Hanoi: 3.5 hrs
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Note on client safety
We reserve the right to deviate from this itinerary for any reasons, including road and weather conditions, frequency of visits to a village, or for any other factor which may influence client safety.

More information: http://activetravelvietnam.com/tour.php?op=detail&tourId=24
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4766956/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4766956/VN/Ha-Noi/Kayaking-Halong-Bay-Set-Departure-Tours-on-December-2009/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4766956/#comments Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:33:13 -0700 2009-10-21T10:33:13-07:00 Kayaking Halong Bay - Set Departure Tours on December, 2009 2009-12-14T08:00:00Z 2009-12-17T12:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/VN/Ha-Noi/Ha-Noi/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/ Ha Noi 11 Ha Noi Hanoi Viet Nam http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/VN/Ha-Noi/Ha-Noi/ 4-day tour with over 3-day biking
Biking grade: Introductory
Group size: 10 persons
From US$ 312 per person

If one wants to get to know an area, biking is a real delight. Our biking trip is truly an opportunity to participate in the everyday life of the Mekong Delta. We can pedal amid schoolchildren, ride behind women with squealing pigs tied on their bicycle, or talk with men biking to work in suits. On this special trip, we ride through beautiful areas of lush fruit orchards, endless paddy fields, lively floating market and busy canals.

ITINERARY
Day 1: Sai Gon - My Tho - Vinh Long

Leave hotel for Long An at 8.30 am. We drive around 1hr to reach Long An, where we begin our interesting biking day over a picturesque area of expansive rice fields, luxuriant fruit orchards and plenty of small canal. After 2hr biking we will reach My Tho, a quiet town by the bank of the Mekong River . Lunch break in My Tho before riding to Vinh Long, the capital of Vinh Long Province which lying between two big branches of the Mekong River . From My Tho to Vinh Long we ride on small paved roads running through a vast expanse of rice field. Upon arrival in the small town of Cai Be we take an interesting boat trip to cross the mighty Mekong River to reach a village on a small island in the middle of the river, where we spend the night in a local home. The home stay will be an unforgettable experience and can give you a unique insight into the culture of the locals. A fantastic dinner with local delights is cooked by the family.

Summary
Transfer: 40 mins
Biking: 2 hrs in the morning & 3 hrs in the afternoon. Ride on flat country road, partly unpaved road
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Homestay in Vinh Long

Day 2: Vinh Long - Chau Doc

After breakfast we say goodbye to the family and cross the Mekong River on boat. We will take a bus transfer to the peaceful town of Sa Dec, which is famous for its many nurseries of flower and bonsai. Here we begin riding to Cho Moi, a small town known for its rich groves of fruit. The ride in the morning is on the smooth paved road along the Mekong . Lunch in Cho Moi before taking more biking in the afternoon to reach Chau Doc, a pleasant little town near the border. We will have a panoramic view over the vast plain of the Mekong Delta and far into . Dinner in local restaurant and enjoy an orientation tour of Chau Doc by xe dap loi (pulling cyclo). Overnight in hotel.

Summary
Biking: 2 hrs in the morning & 3 hrs in the afternoon. Ride on smooth paved road.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Chau Doc town

Day 3: Chau Doc to Can Tho

Breakfast in town and begin our biking to Long Xuyen, the capital of An Giang Province. The morning ride is on good national road along the Mekong . Today the traffic is a bit busier but the biking is not less interesting as we riding along one of the busiest section of the Mekong River . Lunch in Long Xuyen Town and then continue riding to Can Tho, the economic, cultural and transportation centre of the Mekong Delta. Dinner in local restaurant and overnight in hotel.

Summary
Biking: 3 hrs in the morning & 3 hrs in the afternoon. Ride on smooth paved road.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Can Tho City

Day 4: Can Tho - Saigon

Early get up for a great boat trip to one of the busiest floating market in Southeast Asia . We will see a lively and colorful market on a large bend of the river. Boat trip back to town for breakfast in the hotel. After breakfast cross the Mekong on public ferry and ride to Vinh Long. Lunch on the way and bus transfer to Saigon in the afternoon. Tour ends in Saigon.

Summary
Biking: 2-hr ride on smooth paved road
Boat trip: 2.5 hrs
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Note on client safety
We reserve the right to deviate from this itinerary for any reasons, including road and weather conditions, frequency of visits to a village, or for any other factor which may influence client safety.

More information: http://www.activetravelvietnam.com/tour.php?op=detail&tourId=19
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4768174/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4768174/us/Sai-Gon/Mekong-Explorer-Set-Departure-Tour-on-December-2009/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4768174/#comments 10.7615 106.7116 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 09:05:40 -0700 2009-10-22T09:05:40-07:00 Mekong Explorer - Set Departure Tour on December, 2009 2009-12-05T08:00:00Z 2009-12-08T12:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/645663/us/Sai-Gon/Sai-Gon/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/645663/ Sai Gon Ho Chi Minh City Sai Gon Ho Chi Minh +84 Vietnam http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/645663/us/Sai-Gon/Sai-Gon/ 11-day trip with 7-day motorcycling
Motorcycling grade: Moderate
Group size: 08 persons
From US$ 1,188 per person

The legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail was the supply line used by North Vietnam to link North and South Vietnam during the American War. Soldiers, ammunition, weapons and supplies were carried by hand, bicycle and truck for hundreds of kilometers through the otherwise impenetrable jungle that covered Vietnam’s mountainous border with Laos. A testimony to the ingenuity, fortitude and commitment of the northern Vietnamese, the trail slipped from use at the end of the war and was taken back by the jungle. Recent road work that follow original sections of the trail have changed this.
Besides incredible driving, deep in the Vietnamese countryside, this ride takes in the charming ancient trading town of Hoian, Khe Sanh battle site and DMZ. We also take time to stay overnight in a traditional Thai hill tribe and visit to some tribal villages on the way.

ITINEARY
Day 01: Arrival in Hanoi

Arriving in Hanoi, you will clear customs and immigration. Leaving the airport, you will be met by your guide, holding a sign with your name on it. He will transfer you to your hotel. The rest of day is free to wash up and rest.

In the evening we will attend the famous Water Puppet Show, with its introduction to Vietnamese history and mythology. At night, you will have a welcome dinner with local delights. Overnight in Hanoi.

Summary
Transfer: 50min
Hotel: Hanoi
Meal: Welcome dinner



Day 02: Hanoi city tour

After breakfast we will begin our city tour of Hanoi. At first, we visit to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and the “Uncle Ho” house. After that we head to the unique One Stilt Pagoda, which date from one thousand year ago.

Continue to the Hanoi’s famous Temple of Literature, the first university of Vietnam founded in 1070. The highlight of this cultural, historical site is the garden of stelae where you find 82 stone stelae bearing names, places of birth and achievements of men who received doctorates in each triennial examination from 1442; each stelae sits on a stone tortoise.

Lunch in local restaurant before heading to the Old Quarter for a relaxing cyclo tour through the ancient part of Hanoi. Perhaps the most interesting area you will visit is the Old Quarter. Here many tiny streets join to sell a huge diversity of products. In the old days, each street bore the name of the product sold – “Shoe Street,” “Noodle Street,” and the like. Today, the streets sometimes sell a variety of items, but often the names are accurate. The Old Quarter also houses some of the most interesting art galleries and fashion houses.

After the cyclo tour we will drive to the Museum of Ethnology, which is quite away from the central Hanoi. It features a fascinating collection of art and everyday objects gathered from Vietnam and its diverse tribal people. On our trip we will meet some tribal groups – now it is time to learn about them. Overnight in Hanoi.

Summary
Sightseeing: full day
Hotel: Hanoi
Meal: breakfast, lunch

Day 03: Hanoi – Mai Chau

In the morning we take a short bus drive the Ho Chi Minh Trail Museum on the outskirts of Hanoi. The museum is a great place to learn about the historic trail which we will ride on. After the visit to the museum we will jump on our Minsks and spend sometime to get familiar with the bikes.

Now, let’s begin our adventure. We will ride on Highway 6 passing extensive farming lands comprising a sea of paddy fields split by tree-lined roads punctuated by limestone karst scenery.

After a light lunch in Hoa Binh Town, the capital of Hoa Binh Province, we cross two short mountain passes then descent to the mountain valley settlement of Mai Chau. Dinner and overnight in a stilt house of the Thai people.

Summary
Distance: 140km
Home-stay: village in Mai Chau
Meal: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 04: Mai Chau – Vinh

Say goodbye to the villagers we then head south on a beautiful winding road which follow the banks of the Ma River. After some hours riding on undulating quiet road we join the new Ho Chi Minh Highway. This newly carved route leads us due south, through remote back country , not far from the Laos boder. Lunch will be on the way with local foods. In the afternoon we cut eastward towards the coast and stay overnight in the peaceful city of Vinh, which is close to where Ho Chi Minh was born. Dinner in local restaurant and overnight in hotel.

Summary
Distance: 268km
Hotel: Vinh City
Meal: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 05: Vinh – Huong Khe

This morning we head inland towards the Laos border after 40min riding we can reach the birthplace of Ho Chi Minh in Kim Lien Village. The place is truly a shrine to the Vietnamese and visited by few westerners.

After paying respects to Uncle Ho, we head to the HCM Highway via Thanh Chuong District. You cross the Lam River on the Ro Bridge and then drive primarily on the beautiful new highway of Ho Chi Minh. Lunch break in Pho Chau Town, a tiny town about 40km from Thanh Chuong.

After lunch, we continue on the quiet highway to Dong Loc Intersection, (main junction for supply lines during the war) which is widely regarded in Vietnamese eyes as the beginning of Ho Chi Minh Trail. We then pass through renote back country , close to the border , as the scenery steadily becomes dominated by karst limestone rock formations. We will reach our overnight spot, Huong Khe Town, around 5pm. Dinner in local restaurant and overnight in a mini hotel.

Summary
Distance: 160km
Hotel: Huong Khe Town
Meal: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 06: Huong Khe – Phong Nha – Dong Hoi (Quang Binh)

Today’s ride is on a very quiet section of the new highway. En route, you will come to Khe Ve Intersection and Pheo – the very first branch of the Ho Chi Minh Trail into Laos.

Continuing on from Pheo, we will arrive in Phong Nha around noon. After lunch in local restaurant, we board a dragon boat to explore the famous Nature World Heritage Site of Phong Nha cave.

After the exploration of Phong Nha, we ride 30km eastward to the costal town of Dong Hoi, our today’s overnight spot. Dinner and overnight in hotel.

Summary
Distance: 210km
Hotel: Dong Hoi Town
Meal: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 07: Dong Hoi – Dong Ha (Quang Tri)

Today’s ride is also on the new, quiet highway. Along the way, we will have a short stop at Truong Son National Cemetery to pay respect to the soldiers who fought and died on the trail during the American War. After here we head to Dong Ha Town passing Ben Tat Bridge, built by the VC over the Ben Hai River.

Arriving in Dong Ha, we will check into the hotel, and have some lunch. In the afternoon, we dride to the mystic Vinh Moc Tunnel and the famous DMZ, Doc Mieu fire base and the historic Hien Luong Bridge.
Dinner and overnight in Dong Ha.

Summary
Distance: 176km in the moring & 80km in the afternoon
Hotel: Dong Ha Town
Meal: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 08: Dong Ha – Khe Sanh – A Luoi (Thua Thien Hue Province)

Continuing west on Highway 9, we will climb into the Truong Son foothills. About 16km from Khe Sanh is the Dakrong Bridge and the road turns winding and narrow. A bit further, we will come to Huang Hoa, once known as Khe Sanh Base, which was established as a forward base by General Westmoreland near Laos to secure Highway 9. About 3km from Khe Sanh is Ta Con Airbase.

Lunch in Khe Sanh and then head out across the famous Dakrong River Bridge on Rte. 14 Near the town of Ta Rut, we will stop for a visit with the Pa Co people and a walk through their village.

From Ta Rut, you head over scenic Pe Ke Pass and then down to A Luoi for the night.
Dinner in local restaurant and overnight in a simple gueshouse.

Summary
Distance: 200km
Hotel: guesthouse in A Luoi Town
Meal: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 09: A Luoi – Hien – Thanh My – Hoi An

Today’s riding is the best riding of the whole route. For the first 110km, we cross one of the longest and most stunning pass on new and quiet road, through stunning scenery of primitive forests backed by the imposing Truong Son mountain range. There are also two long tunnels and very little traffic. The next 68km from Hien to Thanh My are on good road with some gentle climbs. Lunch on the way in local restaurant. The last 40km of the day are on an older, bumpier road all the way from Ai Nghia to the charming ancient town of Hoi An. Dinner and overnight in Hoi An.

Summary
Distance: 240km
Hotel: Hoi An Town
Meal: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 10: Hoi An – Free at leisure

Hoi An, nestled on the banks of the Thu Bon River. Before the river silted up, Hoi An was one of the most important trading ports in Southeast Asia, and a center for East-West exchange and trade. The rooftops of Hoi An retain a magical old world Oriental feel and are a favorite subject for Vietnamese artists. In the early 1980s Hoi An’s ancient quarters and historical monuments came under the protection and restoration efforts of UNESCO and the Polish government.

You will spend the day visiting the town of Hoi An on your own. Overnight in Hoi An.

Summary
Hotel: Hoi An Town
Meal: breakfast

Day 11: Departure

Transfer from Hoi An to Da Nang to take flight to onward destination.

Summary
Transfer: 1 hr
Meal: breakfast.

Note on client safety
We reserve the right to deviate from this itinerary for any reasons, including road and weather conditions, frequency of visits to a village, or for any other factor which may influence client safety.

More information: http://www.activetravelvietnam.com/tour.php?op=detail&tourId=22
]]> http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4768180/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4768180/VN/Ha-Noi/Motorcycling-the-Ho-Chi-Minh-Trail-Half-Challenge-Set-Departure-Tours-on-December-2009/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4768180/#comments Thu, 22 Oct 2009 09:11:29 -0700 2009-10-22T09:11:29-07:00 Motorcycling the Ho Chi Minh Trail - Half Challenge - Set Departure Tours on December, 2009 2009-12-10T17:00:00Z 2009-12-19T11:00Z http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/VN/Ha-Noi/Ha-Noi/ http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/ Ha Noi 11 Ha Noi Hanoi Viet Nam http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/63363/VN/Ha-Noi/Ha-Noi/ 10-day trip with 5 days in Mekong Delta & 5 days in Cambodia
Group size: 10 persons
From US$ 1,305 per person

This trip offers great combination of the two exotic lands and cultures. The trip starts in the dynamic city of Saigon. We will travel to Mekong Delta to experience great boat trip on the mighty river. We will walk on village roads, visit to local houses and take ferry to cross the Mekong River. The highlight of Mekong Delta is the busy and colorful market of Cai Rang. From Mekong Delta we travel to Phnom Penh by boat and start our journey to the majestic beauty of Angkor Wat.

ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival in Saigon
Arrival in Saigon. Meet our guide at the airport and transfer to hotel in Saigon. Welcome dinner and tour briefing in the evening. Overnight in Saigon

Summary
Hotel transfer: 20 mins
Meal: Welcome Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon

Day 2: City tour & Cu Chi Tunnel
After breakfast in hotel we take a city tour to see the different faces of this bustling city on a full day tour with extensive visits to the Re-Unification Palace, the Central Post Office, the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Jade Emperor Temple and the Ben Thanh market. Lunch in local restaurant. After lunch we drive to the famous Cu Chi underground tunnel system to experience how the Viet Cong lived and fought during the American War. Back to Saigon in the afternoon.

Summary
Sightseeing: Half day city tour & half day tour to Cu Chi tunnel
Transportation: AC vehicle
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon

Day 3: Saigon – Vinh Long – Can Tho
After breakfast we depart for Cai Be. Upon arrival in Cai Be we board a boat for a journey through the town’s floating market. See how river life goes on, trading between merchant ships and local farmers. Cruise through secluded canals and over the Mighty Mekong to island where we stop to enjoy seasonal fruits before our boat takes us to Vinh Long where we get back on the bus for our trip to Can Tho to overnight.

Summary
Cruise & Culture exploration: Full day
Transportation: AC vehicle, boat
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Can Tho

Day 4: Can Tho – Chau Doc
An early start for a boat trip to Cai Rang floating markets, one of the most lively and colorful markets in Southeast Asia. After the market we cruise back to town. Breakfast in hotel and visit to centre market of Can Tho. We will try a xe loi, the local colonial-era cab pulled by motorbike, to see the town. Lunch in local restaurant before heading to Chau Doc. Overnight in Chau Doc.

Summary
Cruise to Cai Rang: 1hr
Transportation: AC vehicle, boat
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Chau Doc

Day 5: Chau Doc – Phnom Penh
Breakfast in hotel and aboard a speed boat at 8 am. The boat approaches Vinh Xuong border gate where passengers complete entry procedures. Continue to Cambodia cruising on Tone Le Sap River. We would reach Phnom Penh International Port (Sisowath Street) around12.30.
Meet and great by our guide and transfer to hotel in Phnom Penh. After check-in we have lunch in local restaurant and take a short city tour of Phnom Penh visiting to the National Museum where we would see the world’s most wondrous collection of Khmer sculture. Continue to Wat Phnom where the Khmers prefer to pray for luck. Back to hotel for overnight.

Summary
Cruise to Phnom Penh: 4-5 hrs
Transportation: AC vehicle, speed boat
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh

Day 6: City tour of Phnom Penh
Breakfast at the hotel. Today we take an excursion to Tonle Batie, which is 40 km from Phnom Penh, visiting to a pair of old Angkorian-era temple of Ta Prohm and Yeay Poev. In the afternoon, we visit the harrowing Tuol Sleng Museum before continuing to the Killing Field of Choeung Ek where prisoner from Security Prison 21 were taken for execution. It is grim afternoon, but essential for understanding just how far Cambodia has come in the intervening years. Back to hotel. Overnight in Phnom Penh.

Summary
Sightseeing: Full day
Transportation: AC vehicle
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh

Day 7: Fly to Siem Riep
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to airport for a short fly to Siem Riep. Upon arrival in Siem Riep we head to our hotel down town for check-in. The rest of the day we visit to the world wonder of Angkor Wat. We first visit to Southern Gate of Angkor Thom and the unique temple of Bayon. It is a collection of 54 gothic towers decorated with 216 coldy smiling, enormous faces glaring down from every angle. We continue to the Baphoun temple, which would have been one of the most spectacular of Angkor’s temples in its heyday. Moving on to the Terrace of Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King. Complete the day with sunset watching from Phnom Bakheng Hill. Back to the hotel for overnight. Overnight in Siem Riep

Summary
Sightseeing: Half day
Transportation: AC vehicle, Airplane
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Riep

Day 8: Exploration of Angkor
Breakfast at the hotel. Today we continue to the enchanting temple of the Banteay Srei, the jewel in the crown of Angkorian art. Banteay Srei means ‘Citadel of the Women’ and it is said that it must have been built by a women, as the elaborate carvings are too fine for the hand of a man.
In the afternoon, we visit the Banteay Samre, which dates from the same period as Angkor Wat. The temple is in a fairly healthy state of preservation due to some extensive renovation work. After here we continue to visit the monuments of Rolous, which served as Indravarman I’s capital. The temples were built by the Khmer and mark the beginning of the age of Khmer classical art. Back to the hotel for overnight.

Summary
Sightseeing: Full day
Transportation: AC vehicle
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Riep

Day 9: Exploration of Angkor
Breakfast at the hotel. Today we continue to discover Angkor Wat. In the morning we visit the fabulous Ta Prohm embraced by the roots of enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers. Visit to Pre Rup temple, East Mebon temple, and Neak Poan temple.
In the afternoon we visit to Krovan temple, Royal Bath of Srah Srang and Banteay Kdei temples. Back to the hotel for overnight.

Summary
Sightseeing: Full day
Transportation: AC vehicle
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Riep

Day 10: Departure
Breakfast at the hotel. We take a short bus ride to Tonle Sap Lake. Board a motored boat and enjoy a cruise past a floating village. Visit to local schools in the floating village.
Back to the town and enjoy free time to shop in local market. Transfer to Siem Reap International airport departure flight. Trip completes

Summary
Boat trip: 2 hrs
Transportation: AC vehicle, Boat
Meal: Breakfast

Note on client safety
We reserve the right to deviate from this itinerary for any reasons, including road and weather conditions, frequency of visits to a village, or for any other factor which may influence client safety.

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