Trip Details at-a-Glance

Cost From:	$3795

Length:	13 days

Activity:	Archaeology, Cultural Adventures, Sea Kayaking

Difficulty:	explain

All five of our guides took the time to explain and show us things that they were proud of and found unique to their country. I felt they were sharing special secrets and stories that only we—as their guests—were being told.R. Thomson—Thunder Bay Ontario Canada

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Halong Bay, Vietnam

Halong Bay is a famously ethereal waterscape in northern Vietnam. One of the features of our Vietnam & Cambodia Private Journey is experiencing this magical setting by private traditional junk.

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Vietnam and Cambodia Private Journey

Adventures in Indochine

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Venture into the intriguing world of Indochine, with its fascinating centuries-old history and culture. Encounter the surreal beauty of Halong Bay by sea kayak, and explore on foot or by bike in charming Hoi An and the royal city of Hue. At journey’s end, discover the jungle-draped temples of magical Angkor.

Highlights

Sea kayak among the limestone pinnacles of mystical Halong Bay, overnight aboard your own private junk
Bike the backroads around enchanting Hoi An and Hue
Extraordinary temples of Angkor, a World Heritage Site

Details

13 day trip begins in Hanoi, Vietnam and ends in Siem Reap, Cambodia
10 nights in comfortable hotels (first class or deluxe option) 2 nights aboard private junk
All breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners included
City exploration, cultural touring, optional easy biking and kayaking

When to Go

October to March

For our Private Journey trips, you choose your own group and your preferred dates—there are no set departure dates. Private Journeys are available to groups as few as two people or as large as you like. Contact us for availability, questions, or to book your adventure!

Tour Costs

First Class Option

$3795 per person, double occupancy (minimum two people)
Single Supplement: $850

Deluxe Option

$4295 per person, double occupancy(minimum two people)
Single Supplement: $1475

Internal Airfare: $440 (subject to change)
Discount for groups of 3 or more: Call for Details

Prices valid through October 31, 2010
Includes all land transportation and private guides throughout

Itinerary at a Glance

Days 1-2
Ancient Hanoi

This charming, thousand-year-old city is graced by leafy boulevards, lakes, and stately French colonial buildings. The Old Quarter, the heart of Hanoi since the 15th century, is an incredible warren of winding streets and magnificent architecture. Explore on foot and by traditional cyclo-rickshaw with your private guide.

Days 3-5
Kayaking Halong Bay

The World Heritage Site of Halong Bay is a magical setting of thousands of sheer limestone islands soaring out of a jade-green sea. Its calm waters offer fantastic sea kayaking amid sea grottoes, hidden lakes, and deserted coves with white-sand beaches. No prior kayaking experience is necessary, and your group can kayak as much or as little as you like. Your kayaking guide can lead you to intriguing spots including Three Peach Island, a wonderful place for a swim. Accommodation is on your own private sailing junk, staffed by a crew of three and a private chef. Return to Hanoi on Day 5.

Days 6-7
Traditional Hoi An

Enjoy a vivid sense of history as you walk the narrow streets of picturesque Hoi An, a trading port from the 15th to 19th centuries. Optional biking with your guide offers a delightful exploration of nearby My Son, an evocative Cham archaeological site.

Days 8-10
Royal City of Hue and Saigon

In Hue, Vietnam’s cultural and religious capital, explore the Royal Tombs, Imperial Citadel, and journey by boat on the Perfume River to the seven-story Thien Mu Pagoda. Biking options include a ride along the Tam Giang Lagoon, and through Hue’s historic back streets. On Day 10, explore vibrant Saigon.

Days 11-13
Angkor, City of Temples

Covered with intricate bas-reliefs and scattered across a tropical landscape, Cambodia’s royal city of Angkor is one of the most awe-inspiring sites in the world, and a lasting testament to the glory of a bygone Khmer civilization. Explore this architectural masterpiece of breathtaking temples and serene man-made lakes, and enjoy a sunset climb up Phnom Bakheng for spectacular views. Depart on Day 13.

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