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^ Ricefields of Vietnam ^ Enjoy a ride on a cyclo DAY 6: HANOI SIGHTSEEING – HUE Enjoy a cyclo ride through the Old Quarter and continue on foot as your guide explains the area’s history. The afternoon is at leisure. Early evening transfer to the Hanoi Railway Station to board the Reunification Express train for the overnight journey to Hue. Overnight: Reunification Express, shared sleeper cabin for 1 night. (B) DAY 7: HUE – NGUYEN DYNASTY & DRAGON BOAT CRUISE Explore the tomb of the Nguyen Dynasty’s fourth emperor, visit the home of Nguyen Dynasty emperors and the Citadel. See the Thien Mu Pagoda before your Perfume River dragon boat cruise. Overnight: Hue, The Pilgrimage Village for 1 night. (B) DAY 8: HUE – BUDDHIST SHRINES – HOI AN From Hue, travel to Danang via the Hai Van Pass, then south to Marble Mountains to explore sacred Buddhist shrines. Further south is enchanting Hoi An. Visit the Hoi An Museum, a Chinese Assembly Hall and the Japanese Covered Bridge. Overnight: Hoi An, Hoi An Trails for 2 nights. (B) DAY 9: LOCAL FARMS – THU BON RIVER CRUISE Join local farmers and learn about their cultivation techniques with hands-on experience. Later, cruise on the Thu Bon River. Return to Hoi An and visit a restaurant, or attend an optional cooking class. (B) DAY 10: HOI AN – HO CHI MINH CITY Day at leisure in Hoi An before transferring to the airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City, Saigon (flight included). On arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. Evening at leisure. Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City, Metropole Hotel for 3 nights. (B) DAY 11: HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR Ho Chi Minh City is Vietnam’s commercial capital and a city of extraordinary energy. Enjoy a walking tour of Saigon landmarks such as Municipal Theater, Ho Chi Minh Square and Notre Dame Cathedral. After a tour of the Reunification Palace, drive to Cholon to visit the Binh Tay wholesale market and Thien Hau Pagoda. Afternoon at leisure. (B) DAY 12: RIVERBOAT & CU CHI TUNNELS Travel from the center of Saigon by riverboat along the Saigon River to the Cu Chi Tunnels. There will be an opportunity to stop at a small village en route. In the afternoon return to Saigon by boat. (B) DAY 13: HO CHI MINH CITY – CAN THO This morning, travel south into the heart of the Mekong Delta. You will travel deep into an area of Asia famous for its massive production of high quality rice. This afternoon, check-in to your hotel, have lunch and explore Can Tho town. Overnight: Can Tho City, Golf Can Tho Hotel for 1 night. (B) DAY 14: CAI RANG FLOATING MARKET & CHAU DOC FOR SUNSET Board your boat for a visit to the Cai Rang floating market. Then travel by boat into the Mekong Delta and see a side of Delta life few tourists experience. In Chau Doc, visit Sam Mountain for sunset, with its breathtaking views. Overnight: Chau Doc, Victoria Chau Doc Hotel for 1 night. (B) DAY 15: CHAU DOC – PHNOM PENH Cross the border from Vietnam into Cambodia on a 4-hour boat journey. Today’s city tour includes sites such as the National Museum, Wat Phnom, Thmei Market, the Independence Monument and a ride on a cyclo. This evening is at leisure. Overnight: Phnom Penh, Cambodiana Hotel for 2 nights. (B) DAY 16: PHNOM PENH CITY TOUR Visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda. The chilling Tuol Sleng Museum of Genocidal Crimes and Killing Fields of Choeung Ek offer insight into the country’s somber history. Afternoon is free for exploring. (B) DAY 17: PHNOM PENH – SIEM REAP Enjoy the scenic drive to Siem Reap. Stop at Skuon and try the local delicacy—sautéed spiders! Visit Wat Kua Hat Nokor and Kampong Thom, arriving in Siem Reap late afternoon. Overnight: Siem Reap, Day Inn Angkor & Resort for 4 nights. (B) DAY 18: ANGKOR & LAKE TONLE SAP After sunrise, explore Angkor Wat’s chambers and corridors. Board a fixed-cable balloon for an aerial view of the world’s largest sacred monument and surrounding Angkor park. After lunch, you’ll cruise beautiful Tonle Sap, through a floating village with floating houses, schools and a floating hospital. (B) DAY 19: JUNGLE TEMPLES & SILK FARM Explore atmospheric, jungle-enveloped Ta Prohm, and the sister site, Preah Khan. Return to town and visit a silk farm and weaving center to learn about traditional Khmer silk weaving. (B) DAY 20: TEMPLES OF ANGKOR IN DEPTH A 2-hour drive through rural Cambodia brings you to the temples of Boeng Mealea, then on to Banteay Srei and Banteay Samre. Return to Siem Reap to celebrate the end of an amazing journey. (B) DAY 21: DEPART SIEM REAP Transfer to the airport for your onward flight (flight not included). (B) 2007 DEPARTURES 2008 DEPARTURES Sep 15 Sep 29 Departs Oct 6 Oct 13 Oct 27 Nov 3 Nov 17 Nov 24 Dec 1 Dec 15 Dec 29 Jan 12 Jan 19 Jan 26 Feb 9 Feb 16 Feb 23 Mar 8 Mar 15 Mar 29 Apr 12 Apr 19 Apr 26 2007 departures follow slightly different itinerary. Not Included: Entrance fees in local currency (approx. $90USD payable direct); International flights, international and domestic departure taxes, visa fees, porters, insurance, gratuities, and items of a personal nature. Note: Prices are “from” and seasonal surcharges may apply. Visa Requirements: You must obtain your Vietnam visa before arriving in Vietnam. Cambodian visas may be obtained on arrival at Kamsamnar, where the boat from Chau Doc (Vietnam) will stop for simple visa entry procedures. Obtaining a visa here costs $23USD per person (passport photo required). An English-speaking guide will be on board to provide assistance if necessary. Travel insurance is mandatory. Tour Code: VTNCB21 www.jetaboutasiavacations.com 31 SATURDAYS May 10 May 31 Jun 14 Jun 28 Jul 12 Jul 26 Aug 9 Aug 23 Sep 6 Sep 13 Sep 27 Oct 4 Oct 11 Oct 25 Nov 1 Nov 15 Nov 22 Dec 6 Dec 13 Dec 20 Dec 27 http://www.jetaboutasiavacations.com

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Contents HONG KONG Hong Kong Discovery & Highlights Hong Kong Hotels & Sightseeing CHINA Beijing & Shanghai Discovery Stays Beijing Hotels & Sightseeing Shanghai Hotels & Sightseeing Xi’an, Guilin & Hangzhou Discovery Stays Yangtze River Cruise Best of China Essence of China THAILAND Bangkok & Phuket Discovery Stays Bangkok Hotels & Sightseeing Phuket Hotels & Sightseeing Taste of Thailand BALI Nusa Dua, Ubud & Jimbaran Discovery Stays VIETNAM & CAMBODIA Temples of Angkor Vietnam Discovery Inside Vietnam & Cambodia JAPAN Tokyo Discovery & Japanese Journey INDIA Highlights of India India’s Golden Triangle Spice of the South SINGAPORE & MALAYSIA Singapore & Kuala Lumpur Discovery Stays Magnificent Malaysia Terms & Conditions

Jetabout Vacations - Asia 2008

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