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ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh Arrival
Day 2: Saigon City tour                        
Day 3: Cu Chi Tunnels & Cao Dai Temple              
Day 4: Ho Chi Minh – Mekong Delta – My Tho – Sa Dec – Can Tho    
Day 5: Can Tho – Market visits – Saigon  - Fly to Da Nang/ Hoi An    
Day 6: Hoi An – A Vietnamese Day                    
Day 7: Hoi An – Day trip to My Son Holy Land            
Day 8: Hoi An – Da Nang – Hue                    
Day 9: Hue Imperial City Tour – Hanoi                
Day 10: Hanoi City Tour                    
Day 11: Sapa Hill Tribe                 
Day 12: Sapa - Silver Waterfall – Ta Phin – Hanoi       
Day 13: Hanoi – Halong Bay Cruise                   
Day 14: Halong – Hanoi – Fly to Luang Prabang       
Day 15: Luang Prabang City Tour – Khuangsi Waterfall      
Day 16: Luang Prabang  – Ban Khia Luang – Pak Ou Cave        
Day 17: Elephant and soft hiking tour to Khmu village       
Day 18: Luang Prabang – Drive to Vang Vieng            
Day 19: Vang Vieng – Tham Phoutham – Kayaking  & Tubing    
Day 20: Vanvieng – Vientiane – City Tours             
Day 21: Vientiane –– Siem Reap                 
Day 22: Angkor Thom Wonder                   
Day 23: Cambodia Village – Tonle Sap Lake              
Day 24: Siem Reap – Kampong Thom –Phnom Penh           
Day 25: Phnom Penh City Tour – Killing Fields          
Day 26: Phnom Penh Departure – Saigon/Bangkok            

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh Arrival
Upon your arrival at the Ho Chi Minh’s Tan Son Nhat international airport, we will be met and then transferred hotel in downtown.

Ho Chi Minh, formally called Saigon is an electrifying cosmopolitan city. It is an exciting and exotic city where the pace of the life never dims and which is now looking forward with great optimism after its tumultuous 20th century. The remainder of the day is at leisure to relax.  Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 2: Saigon City tour (B, L)
In the morning, we will take guided tour of Ho Chi Minh City. The tour begins with a visit to Central Post Office and the Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral, built between 1877and 1883. Neo-Romanesque in form, the Notre Dame is the major seat of the Catholic religion in modern. We continue our tour to visit the moving War Remnants Museum. This is a poignant display of the futility of war. We pass by the Reunification Palace. Here on April 30th 1975 the war officially ended when tank 843 of the North Vietnamese Army crashed through the gates of what was, at the time, the residence of the President of the Republic of Vietnam.

In the afternoon, discover Cholon, the city’s historic Chinatown, with its narrow streets lined with delis and homes of prestigious local businessmen.  Then stop at the Thien Hau Pagoda, the most important in the city. Return to the hotel in the afternoon and spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 3: Cu Chi Tunnels & Cao Dai Temple (B, L)
We start our day with a visit to Cao Dai Temple located in Tay Ninh. After a two three hour drive, we arrive at the Holy Temple. Then, attend the fantastic mid-day service together with the followers. Later, have lunch in a local Vietnamese restaurant.

 After lunch, we continue our day with another two hour drive to visit Cu Chi Tunnels, a key Vietcong resource during the Vietnam War. They span hundreds of miles underground and accommodated the Vietcong for up to two weeks at a time.   Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 4: Ho Chi Minh – Mekong Delta – My Tho – Sa Dec – Can Tho (B, L, D)
Morning depart Saigon, we drive through the lush gardens and green fields to Mekong Delta. Upon arrival at the township of My Tho, we will embark on a private boat to discover the beautiful landscapes along the river and observe the typical Mekong delta rural life. Visit the local orchard farms and cottage industries before stopping at a garden restaurant at a local house for Vietnamese lunch. The boat cruises along natural creeks and quiet village in Ben Tre Province. Visit orchards, bee - keeping farm, taste natural honey and honey wine, enjoy tropical fruit, traditional music, see round a distillery, explore the local coconut candy production process, taste candy & coconut pulp, then transfer to visit Sa Dec town, where Margueritte Duras's famous novel Lover was set and made famous by the film L’Amant, the Marguerite Duras story. Sa Dec is a peaceful town of tree-lined streets, fading colonial villas and orchards and flower markets outside of town. It has a small degree of fame as the setting for The Lover, a film based on the novel by Marguerite Duras. Two of the classic French villas used in the film can be seen across the river from the market area. In the evening, enjoy the fun of cooking with the family of homestay. Stay overnight in Can Tho Homestay.

Day 5: Can Tho – Market visits – Saigon  - Fly to Da Nang/ Hoi An (B, L)
After breakfast at homestay, we take a two-hour boat trip to visit the Cai Rang and Phong Dien floating markets. Wander into the villages to visit the rice paper mill and the rice noodle making factory. Learn how to cross the "Monkey Bridge'' which is made from a single bamboo. We continue cycling through the villages to enjoy the beautiful rural scenery. Lunch will be served in local restaurant.

Depart Can Tho we wind our way straight back to Tan Son Nhat airport to catch a short afternoon flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival in Da Nang airport, we will be met and welcomed by our tour guide and driver. Transfer to hotel in Hoi An. Free at leisure after hotel check in.

Stay overnight in Hoi An.

Day 6: Hoi An – A Vietnamese Day (B, L)
After breakfast at hotel, we kick off for an interesting bike (pushbike) ride to visit Hoi An's major attractions: which includes Japanese Bridge, Old Merchant House, China Assembly Halls and some other interesting shops.

Hoi An was once a flourishing port under the Nguyen lords. Today, the charming town retains the spirit of a bygone era, with tile-roofed wooden buildings and ancient winding streets. Riding through this pedestrianized town, losing ourselves in the potpourri of vendors selling colorful handmade lanterns (a Hoi An specialty), tailor shops with local fashions on display and the intoxicating aroma of Vietnam’s undeniable cuisine.

In the afternoon, a fisherman will greet us at the shore and help us to step on Hoi An’s special boat: Basket Boat. The basket-shaped transportation is widely used in Southern Vietnam; sitting in one would be one of the precious fun moments in your Vietnam holiday. Just as other fishermen, you will be back to shore with a boat-load of fish when sunset. What a harvest!

Stay overnight in Hoi An.

Day 7: Hoi An – Day trip to My Son Holy Land (B)
Depart Hoi An, we take an one hour drive to My Son Holy Land, considered to be one of the best-preserved Cham structures in Vietnam.  My Son is a former capital of the ancient Cham civilization that ruled central Vietnam between the second and thirteenth centuries. The complex is comprised of seventy Hindu-like towers and temples dating from the second century. After visit the temple complex and take plenty photos, we return to Hoi An by boat. Arrive back in town at around mid-day. The remainder of the day is free to explore the town, visit the local markets or simply enjoy the last shopping.

Stay overnight in Hoi An.

Day 8: Hoi An – Da Nang – HUE (B, L)
Depart Hoi An, we drive towards Hue which is about 120km from Hoi An town. Passing Danang, a stop will be made at Cham Museum which has an open air collection of Cham sculptures. Many of the sandstone carving are breathtaking. Visit the marble mountain. We also stop at the famed China Beach for some quick photos.

We then travel through Hai Van pass, and Lang Co beach - one of the most beautiful beaches of Vietnam. Arrive in Hue and check into our hotel.

After lunch we visit the Imperial Citadel, a 19th-century walled fortress taken by North Vietnam during the Tet Offensive in the Vietnam War, shocking South Vietnamese and U.S. forces. Later we embark in a boat cruise along Perfume River to vist Thien Mu Pagoda and admire sunset on boat. Stay overnight in Hue.

Day 9: Hue Imperial City Tour – Hanoi (B, L)
This morning, continue your exploration of Hue.  Visit Emperor Tu Duc’s tomb, a complex of terraces and pagodas. Then set off to discover Emperor Khai Dinh’s mausoleum — though smaller than Tu Duc’s, it is far more elaborate.  Stop at Vong Canh – Bird’s eyed view point to admire the wonderful scenery of the perfume River. Stop at the local workshop to see people making joss sticks and conical hats.

Today we will have an opportunity to enjoy a delicious lunch buffet in a local Buddhist monastery.  After lunch, we drive straight to Hue airport for a short flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival at Hanoi, meet the tour guide and transfer to the hotel.  Stay overnight in Hanoi

Day 10: Hanoi City Tour (B, L)
Afer breakfast, we start exploring Hanoi, the quintessential Southeast Asian colonial city. We begin our day with a fascinating cyclo tour of the fascinating Old Quarter - 36 streets in old-schooled French colonial style would present you the past days. The cyclo ride ends in the Old Citadel, from where we will walk along the beautiful tree-lined boulevards until we get to Ba Dinh Square, site of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. We visit the humble House on Stilts, in which Uncle Ho lived and painted a brighter day for Vietnam. Then continue on to visit the Presidential Palace and One Pillar Pagoda.

Afterwards, we visit the infamous 'Hanoi Hilton' - Hanoi's former central prison made famous first for the incarceration of the leaders of Vietnam's national liberation movement and later US Air force pilots shot down over North Vietnamese airspace.

In the evening, catch a Rui Nuoc (water puppetry) show. "is traditional art form centers on stories of local village life, with puppets maneuvered by wires. Then we have dinner in a local Vietnamese restaurant to sample some of the most delightful Hanoi Cuisine.

Tonight we are transferred to Hanoi Railway station for to catch nine hour train journey to the Lao Cai a border town to China.

Stay overnight on train – 4 berth cabin – Soft sleeper with A/C.

Day 11: Sapa Hill Tribe (B, L, D)
Morning arrive at Lao Cai, we take a short transfer ascending to the former hill-station town of Sapa. At an elevation of 1,500 meters, Sapa was once a hill resort of French administrators when the summer heat became unbearable. The remoteness and the simple lifestyle of ethnic minority people are a highlight of Sa Pa although conditions are basic.

Freshen up and enjoy a breakfast and then take a leisure walk to visit to Sapa town, Sapa market. After that we take a drive out of town to Lao Chai – Ta Van villages. Take a walk through the dirt trails of the villages, meet and talk with the hill tribe people and explore their daily life and beautiful landscape.  Return to Sapa for lunch and the rest of the day is at leisue. Stay overnight in Sapa.

Day 12: Sapa - Silver Waterfall – Ta Phin – Hanoi (B, L)  
After breakfast, take a private car to visit Silver Waterfall, Heaven Gate, enjoy beautiful mountainous view. Return to our hotel to check out and have lunch in a local restaurant.

Drive back to Lao Cai station with a short visit to Ta Phin Village where the typiple Red ZDao minority people inhabited.   Have dinner at a restaurant nearby the station before catching the overnight train again to get back Hanoi.

Stay overnight on train – 4 berth cabin – Soft sleeper with A/C.

Day 13: Hanoi – Halong Bay Cruise (B, L, D)
Upon arrival at the station, we are transferred to the mini hotel for rest and shower. After that you are taken to a local restaurant for breakfast.

Depart Hanoi with a small backpack with all necessity for the overnight trip (the main luggage is stored in the hotel and we collect upon our return). We drive about 3 hours through rustic Vietnamese countryside to Halong Bay, one of the 5 UNESCO World Heritage sites. With hundreds of giant limestone peaks jutting out of the water at the Bay of Tonkins – it is indeed an impressive sight.
 
Board our cruise and after a delicious seafood lunch has been served, we take a short trek to a nearby summit to enjoy the panorama view of the bay. As the day wanes, slip into a swim in the cool water before enjoying a sumptuous dinner under the moonlit sky. (Note: Program may differ slightly base on cruise ships)

Day 14: Halong – Hanoi – Fly to Luang Prabang (B, L)
Rising to the sound of the bay, we enjoy an elegant breakfast before we visit a beautiful limestone grotto to admire its many unique rock formations. Then it’s back to the boat to form your final lasting impression of Halong Bay’s awe-inspiring beauty as we cruise back to the dock and, drive directly to the airport which takes about 4 hours, then take a short flight to Luang Prabang.

On arrival in Luang Prabang, we are met at the airport and then transferred to hotel. Then Free time for you.
Stay overnight in Luang Prabang

Day 15: Luang Prabang City Tour – Khuangsi Waterfall (B, D)     
An optional early start gives us the fantastic opportunity to participate in the daily morning rituals of saffron-clad monks collecting offerings of Alms (ubiquitous sticky rice) from the faithful residents. This tradition is very unique in Laos, being the only Buddhist nation still preserving the procession. From there we will visit the morning Phosi Market, where we will see such diverse offerings as dried buffalo skin, local tea and saltpeter among the chickens, vegetables and hill-tribe weavings.

After that, back to the hotel for breakfast. We continue touring the ancient town of Luang Prabang with a visit to the Royal Palace Museum, which hosts a range of interesting artifacts.  We then head to the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground, which represents classical Laotian architecture.  We also have time to visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrines of Wat Aham and Wat Mai.

Laos is also known for its traditional crafts, and today we will visit local villages of Lao ethnic minority groups at Ban Ouay, a Hmong village, Ban Ou a Laoloum village and Ban Thapene, a Khmu village.  This then takes us to the beautiful Khuang Si Waterfall where you can cool off with a refreshing swim in the pools or walk along the forest trails. We then return to Luang Prabang.

Day 16: Luang Prabang  – Ban Khia Luang – Pak Ou Cave (B, D)
The day starts head north by car along route 13, before taking an unpaved road to Ban Khia Luang village. We then have ample time to visit the school, play with the kids.  We also take some time to explore the rest of the village, where you can see weaving and visit the local temple. We stop for lunch at the village, which can either be a western picnic lunch, or traditional Lao food such as sticky rice, laap and fresh vegetables cooked by the villagers.

After lunch we say good bye to the village and drive to Ban Khoklin, which takes us through some beautiful scenery of mountains and paddy fields. At Ban Khoklin we then board a private boat down the Nam Ou River for 30 minutes to Pak Ou Caves, two linked caves crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims and continue down the Mekong River back to Luang Prabang. Arrive back into town in the late afternoon.
 
Stay overnight in Luang Prabang

Day 17: Elephant and soft hiking tour to Khmu village (B, L)
After breakfast we take a short drive to the Spirit Resort where we will experience the protected Elephants at the “Elephant Park Project” along the Nam Khan riverbanks. From here we can enjoy the 1 hr. Elephant ride on the back of a protected Asian Elephant.  

It is then followed by a short and easy hiking tour will lead us out into the Fair Trek project area where villages profit directly from our visit. A small Khmu community lives below a high rising mountain range. Depending on the time available a Lao style Lunch will be served at Ban Houay Fai and return to Tad Sae waterfall, boat ride back to Lao Spirit Resort. Then we are taken back to Luang Prabang
Stay overnight in Luang Prabang

Day 18: Luang Prabang – Drive to Vang Vieng (B, L)
After breakfast we visit The National Museum (close Tuesday) and the Central market. Then we travel by roads to mountainous town of Vang Vieng. Today our intrepid journey will be strenuous as we drive along one of the most scenic but also one of the roughest routes in Asia. In the afternoon we arrive in Vang Vieng, a small and tranquil town, which is nestled on a bend of the Nam Song River. Its stunning scenery with a mixture of quiet water and limestone outcrops remains unspoiled, despite recent developments with the advent of tourism. After check into our hotel room, we will embark on a boat for a well-paced trip along the Nam Song River, exploring the breathtaking mountain landscape.
Stay overnight in Vang Vieng

Day 19: Vang Vieng – Tham Phoutham – Kayaking  & Tubing (B, L)
After breakfast, we start our board on a local tractor through paddy field areas heading to Tham Phoukham caves, where our breath will be taken away seeing the most beautiful and famous limestone cavern, surrounded by natural forests. Along the way, we will have chance to explore the local cultures by greeting the local villagers and learning about their daily lifestyle. There is a small natural pool in front of the caves where we can take a swim to refresh ourselves from the hot climate or explore the nearby area. After spending the day at the caves and its surrounding areas, we make our way returning Vang Vieng town, using local transportation or tractor. En route, we visit the ethnic minority villages of Hmong, Souay and Taidam villages meeting the warm and friendly hill tribe people and observing their traditional tribal costumes.

In the afternoon  we enjoy kayaking combine tubing along Song river  about 3hour along Song river visit temples and local caves, other enjoy tubing 1hount through Tham Lom cave. Return to our hotel after an exciting day.
Stay overnight in Vang Vieng

Day 20: Vanvieng – Vientiane – City Tours (B, L)
Early morning, we drive out of town to Vientiane. Along the way we make a stop to visit Vang Xang, a famous archeological site dating back 11th century. After about 2 hours drive we will get to Vientiane, the charming and fascinating capital of Laos. This small town conjures up exotic images, with the curious mix of Lao, Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese, French influences.

This afternoon we will explore the town; with Wat Sisaket which is the oldest temple still standing in Vientiane. This amazing structure features remarkable frescoes and Buddha images. We continue sightseeing by visiting Haw Prakeo, the former royal temple of Laos monarchy, which previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha Statue. Then visit the imposing Patuxay Monument, which is well known as Vientiane's own Arc de Triumph before continuing to the famous That Luang Stupa. Return to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Stay overnight in Vientiane.

Day 21: Vientiane –– Siem Reap (B, L)
Free morning until we are transferred to Vientiane airport for s short flight to the next destination – Siem Reap.

Upon arrival, you will be met and warmly welcomed by our local guide. Then we transfer to the hotel for check in. Then we set off in the late afternoon for an exploration of one of the famous sites in Siem Reap, the fabulous Ta Prohm embraced by the roots of enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers after that.

Enjoy walking at busy pub street where you can find many bars for cool drink or shopping at Angkor Night
Market Stay overnight in Siem Reap.

Day 22: Angkor Thom Wonder (B, L)
We start on our bike and cycle (45 minutes for cycling) or drive to world heritage areas on the roads less travelled. Ride among the jungle passing local village and local shop. It’s a very special and acting day as you will explore some of Angkor’s most beautiful temples. You will visit the West Gate of Angkor Thom – undiscovered by mass tourist;

♦ The ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th century)
♦ See the South Gate, Bayon Temple- unique for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara
♦ Baphuon temple lying just to the north of Bayon a pyramidal representation of mythical Mont Meru
♦ The Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas
♦ The Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King

The tour continues with the major visit to the famous temple: Angkor Wat. Angkor Wat is a World Heritage Site since 1992, famous for its beauty and splendor. Angkor Wat features the longest continuous bas-relief in the world, which runs along the outer gallery walls and narrates stories from Hindu mythology. We end up our day with a visit to Bakheng Temple and enjoy a romantic sun set view form Bakheng hill.
Stay overnight in Siem Reap.

Day 23: Cambodia Village – Tonle Sap Lake (B, L)
Early morning at around 5:30am, we start our day with a sunrise watch over Angkor Wat temple and listening singing birds over the ancient land of Angkor area. We walk to nearby Pagoda and offering food to monks. Spend your own time talk to the monk and nuns to exchange the culture or relieve. We return to hotel for breakfast.

Moving in tune with the rhythm of the great annual flood of Tonle Sap, take a boat ride to the village of Kompong Phhluk on stilts this afternoon. Explore this great ecosystem by way of canoeing and hear the calls of the macaque monkeys while observing the forest beneath the lake’s surface.

Then free time for you in the afternoon. Stay overnight in Siem Reap.

Day 24: Siem Reap – Kampong Thom –Phnom Penh (B, L)
After breakfast we drive to Phnom Penh around 5 – 6 hours via Kampong Thom, travel just outside Kampong Thom to see key archeological sites, starting with Sambor Prei Kuk, perhaps the most important grouping of pre-Angkorian monuments in Cambodia. Before the rise of the Angkor, this was the capital of Chenla during the sixth century, known as Isanapura. Today over 100 small temple ruins sit peacefully in a forest setting. Explore the main central complex and gain an insight into the early architectural styles of Cambodia. On the way visit archeological “Naga Bridge” at Kompong Kdei.

We arrive in Phnom Penh in the late afternoon. Check into the hotel and free to relax afterwards. Stay overnight in Phnom Penh.

Day 25: Phnom Penh City Tour – Killing Fields (B, L)
After breakfast we drive out of town to visit Choeung Ek museum, between 1975 and 1978 about 17,000 men, women, children and infants detained and tortured at S-21 prison were transported to the extermination camp of Choeung Ek.

We then return to town to visit the National Museum, Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, Independence Monument, Russian Market, & Wat Phnom. Then back to the hotel, a free night to explore the city yourself or relax. Stay overnight in Phnom Penh.
 
Day 26: Phnom Penh Departure – Saigon/Bangkok (B, L)
Breakfast is at the hotel. The whole morning is at leisure until you are picked up by our guide and driver, and then taken to Hanoi airport for the departure flight home. End of the journey.

                                                           Wishing you an unforgettable holiday with us!

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Note: We are aware that a good tour must have good hotels. Particularly, hotel price makes up most of the cost of your holiday in Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. All of our prices are calculated upon twin-shared basis. To Indochina Pioneer standard, here is basically how we define our service:

+ Superior Level (3 star hotels ): > 60USD/room/night
+ Deluxe Level (4 star hotels): > 110 USD/room/night
+ Luxury Level (5 star hotels): > 180USD/room/night

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This tour is private and can be well tailor-made to suite your travel needs. As a result the price is quoted in US dollars and per person basis. The final price will be privately quoted upon your own number of participants, time of travel, grade of hotel rooms and other detailed services. Please click on BOOK button and fill in the requested information then our travel consultant will customize the best value holiday for you. Thank you!
 

♦ REMARKS:
1. We are aware that a good tour must have good hotels. In Indochina particularly, hotel price makes up most of the cost of your holiday in Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. All of our prices are calculated upon twin-shared basis. To Indochina Pioneer standard, here is basically how we define our service:

+ Superior Level (3 star hotels in good locations): > 60USD/room/night
+ Deluxe Level (4 star hotels): > 110 USD/room/night
+ Luxury Level (5 star hotels): > 180USD/room/nigh

2. Price base in twin share basis accomodation.
3. Tour price is indicative only, please enquire for a detailed quotation.
4. More people more discounts. Please enquire for more details.
 

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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:

• Visit three countries Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia in 26 days
• Discover Laos’s UNESCO World Heritage gem
• Get lost in the distant past of Angkor Complex
• Enjoy the charm & diverse Vietnamese Culture
• Variety of journeys: by rail & boat, to bus, plane
• Meet the locals & uncover its interlocking cultures 

⇒ Tour grade: Moderate (cuatomizable)
⇒ Trip code: IA01 (private tour/ what is it?)
⇒ Trip duration: 26 day/ 25 nites
⇒ Destinations: Saigon - Mekong Delta -  Hoi An - Hue - Hanoi - Sapa - Halong - Luang Prabang - Vang Vieng - Vientiane -  Phnom Pennh - Siem Reap
⇒ Meals included: 25 breakfasts, 22 lunches, 5 dinners (Allow extra Meal budget minimum $20US/per day)
⇒ Transports: Private Car, Bus, Rickshaw (cyclo), Flight, Halong Bay Cruise, Tonle Sap Lake & Pak Ou Cave boat trip...etc.
⇒ Accommodation:  22 night in hotels,  2 night on A/C trains and 1 night on Halong Bay Junk Cruise.
⇒ Tour guides: English speaking tour guides or other language speaking guides upon request.

TOUR INCLUDES:

• ccommodation based on twin shared room at selected hotels with daily breakfast.
        Check-in time at all hotels is 14:00 and check-out time at all hotels is 12.00.
       Early check-in and late check-out is subject to availability with surcharge.     
• Meals, drinks and other those mentioned in the itinerary (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner).
• Profestional English Speaking tour guide or other languages upon request.
• Tours and transfers as mentioned by private air-conditioned vehicle.
• Local Trains: Hanoi - Sapa - Hanoi (A/C, soft sleepers)
• Domestic flights: Saigon – Da Nang, Hue – Hanoi – Luang Prabang, Vientianne – Siem Reap – Phnom Penh – HCM City.

TOUR EXCLUDES:

• Travel Insurance (Compulsory).
• Other flight tickets.
• Visas and airport departure tax.
• Meals, drinks and other those mentioned in the itinerary.
• Laundry, telephone calls and expenditure of a personal nature.
• Tips and gratuities.

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Kirsten Harris Australia
Amazing experience with so much to see and learn, always something new happening and incredible sites to see all the way along the adventure.  My suggestion however is to read up on it first to know what to look out for so you can advise your tour guide you are interested in particular places.  That way if they come across your travel path you will not miss out. Our tour guide Ha is very fun loving and knowledgable about history, Vietnam traditions and life in general.  Jovial and always cracking a joke and making the whole experience enjoyable and interesting. Thank you very much Ha!

Chris Nishida from USA
We just got back from using Indochina Pioneer Travel for a private tour of Vietnam, Cambodia and Lao.  Indochina's best strength is their responsiveness.  They will respond before the trip and during.  We were also worried about booking through a Vietnam agency directly, however, this agency came through with what they promised and calling us many times along the way to see if everything was o.k.  They will also give you a phone to use during the trip.  The guides they use are wonderful.  We were very impressed to have the one guide in Siem Reap who is a professor of Anthropology, Jackie Chan and Angela Jolie's tour guide, a UN delegate and a director of a orphanage he founded.  He does tours to support his orphanage that doesn't even have electricity.  The best is to let Indochina know what you want to see, level of hotel and perhaps what you don't want  to do.  They can make a tour of your interests and places you want to see.  You will see many villages and everyday people on their tour.  They also provide a comprehensive itinerary and information bulletin on the country.  The cost may be a little higher, however, the individual attention you get and all the communications is worth it.  For booking:  Lam - lam.dd@indochinapioneer.com, or Quyen quyen@indochinapioneer.com If you wish to book with Indochina we have a gift voucher for you to take off $50.  So. East Asia is still not too commercialized, people are very nice and the children are adorable.  We had many people help us cross the street (a challenge in the big cities). 
 

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