Indochina Delights
Days 1-2 : Fly to Saigon
Fly overnight to Saigon.
Day 3 : Discover Saigon
Sightseeing today includes a visit to Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum. We also visit Ben Thanh Market.
Day 4 : Cu Chi Tunnels & Tay Ninh
Explore the amazing network of Cu Chi Tunnels before travelling to Tay Ninh to attend the noon service at the Cao Dai Temple, which is one of the most striking structures in Asia. Return to Saigon.
Day 5 : Journey to Hoi An
Fly to Danang and transfer to the UNESCO town of Hoi An, stopping at the Marble Mountains en-route.
Day 6 : Hoi An Walking tour
Enjoy a walking tour of Hoi An and visit one of the oldest homes, still occupied by descendants of merchants that built it over 200 years ago. Also visit the Japanese Bridge, Hoi An Market and a local Chinese Pagoda. The afternoon is at leisure to visit the local markets or relax in a riverside café.
Day 7 : Explore Hanoi
Fly to Hanoi, a charming and richly historic city of lakes, parks and shaded boulevards. Sightseeing includes a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Quarter where you will see Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum (closed Sep-Dec), Stilt House, One Pillar Pagoda, and the Temple of Literature – you’ll also take a walking tour of the Old Quarter.
Days 8-9 : Halong Bay Junk Cruise
Travel to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong Bay, Vietnam’s most iconic attraction. Enjoy seafood meals whilst cruising between the nearby islands and stay overnight onboard the traditionally designed Junk Boat. Return to Hanoi the following day and in the evening, watch a performance of the famous Water Puppets.
Day 10 : Fly to Luang Prabang
Fly to Luang Prabang. Sightseeing by tuk-tuk includes a visit to Wat Visoune, Wat Xieng Thong, Wat Sene and the National Museum. We also climb Phousi Hill for breathtaking views over the city.
Day 11 : Discover Luang Prabang
We rise early to watch a Takbat Alms Giving Ceremony. We also cruise along the Mekong River to see the Pak Ou Caves. Return to Luang Prabang and visit Ban Xang Khong Village en-route.
Day 12 : Local Villages & Waterfalls
Visit the National Museum before continuing to Kuang Si Waterfalls and visit an H’mong village en-route. Return to Luang Prabang stopping at Ock Pop Tok Weaving Centre along the way.
Day 13 : Fly to Siem Reap
Fly to Siem Reap and visit the Temples of Srah Srang and East Mebon. Climb to the summit of Pre Rup Temple at sunset for a spectacular view of the surrounding landscape.
Day 14 : Explore Angkor Wat
Drive to the fortified city of Angkor Thom. We start at the Southern Gate and continue to The Bayon, which is beautifully carved with numerous striking faces. We also visit the Elephant Terrace, the Terrace of the Leper King and the magnificent Angkor Wat.
Day 15 : Tonle Sap & Beng Melea
Travel by boat to see the floating villages, schools and restaurants along Tonle Sap. Later, continue to the lesser visited temple of Beng Melea.
Day 16 : Fly Siem Reap to UK
Fly overnight to the UK, arriving home the following day.
Tour includes:
all international airfares
all domestic transportation, departure taxes and current fuel surcharges
all accommodation
all meals
entrance fees, guides and daily tours
visa fees for UK passport holders (except Laos)
Wendy Wu Tours is the leading independent specialist tour operator to China in the UK. They offer an extensive range of tour itineraries to enable you to visit famous tourist attractions such as the Great Wall, the Yangtze River or the Terracotta Warriors in China, Angkor Wat in Cambodia and the Taj Mahal in India.
Many of their tours also take you off the beaten track, to emerald lakes and traditional villages, allowing you to enjoy the authentic China experience. Other unforgettable excursions include a rickshaw ride through Beijing’s traditional Hutongs, attending a Buddhist ceremony or cruising on a traditional junk boat. They also offer the opportunity to explore a bustling city like Hong Kong or Dubai en-route for a few nights.
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