Principal highlights: Vietnam The unique atmosphere of Hanoi; villages of the Red River Delta; exotic flora and fauna in Cuc Phuong National Park; the charm of Hoi An's ancient town ; a rail journey to the north; colourful ethnic minority peoples; hiking through mountain valleys Laos The sublime majesty of Luang Prabang; Hmong and Kmu hillside villages; a free day to wander through the ancient capital; gentle Vientiane ; two classic Wats

Tour overview

FLIGHT AND ARRIVAL: 3 DAYS IN HANOI

Allow us to welcome you to Vietnam's capital by inviting you to some fine dining at a colonial building from the French Era, followed by a performance of Vietnam's unique Water Puppetry.

Attractions include the Temple of Literature; Vietnam's first university; Ho Chi Minh's stilt house and Mausoleum; a splendid pagoda beside West Lake ; the bustling Old Quarter with its thriving maze of shopping streets and restaurants; excursions to surrounding craft villages on the Red River Delta ; a performance of traditional Quan Ho music performed by villagers in the commune house.

HANOI: 1 DAY EXPLORING THE RED RIVER DELTA

Attractions include a ge-old customs; craft villages, cottage industries; a traditional music performance.

SOUTH OF HANOI: 2 DAYS IN THE COUNTRYSIDE

Attractions include a large nature reserve ; sub-tropical forest; Endangered Primate Rescue Centre; a night in the jungle; Vietnam's original capital; two significant temples; a cycle ride through rice paddies; limestone caves and an overnight railway journey heading north

SAPA: 2 DAYS IN THE NORTHERN HIGHLANDS

Attractions include hiking in stunning mountain scenery; visiting different ethnic minority villages; terraced rice fields; colourful costumes and customs; picnic lunches beside waterfalls; return journey to Hanoi

FLY TO LAOS: 3 DAYS IN LUANG PRABANG

Attractions include the Royal Palace Museum; historic Mt Phousi; many fine Wats; the daily Almsgiving ceremony; a cruise on the Mekong River; hiking to hillside villages.

FLY TO PAKSE: 2 DAYS TO RELAX

Unwind in the serenity of a cleverly designed ‘ecolodge' among lush forests and grassland trails

FLY TO VIENTIANE: 1 DAY TO SEE THE CAPITAL

Attractions include the Lao National Museum; the remarkable ‘Buddha Park'; the ‘Morning Market'; Wat Phu and Wat Si Saket

DEPARTURE: 2 DAYS

Free time to shop, visit other attractions or relax before leaving for your flight home.

 

Prices: £ 1,649 per person
For clients outside the UK, please contact us at enquiry@haivenu-vietnam.com for a quotation in US$ or AUD.

Outline tour arrangements

•  Tours depart monthly and are fourteen days in duration (including flights).

•  Groups are limited to a maximum of twelve travellers only; bookings must be finalised at least 35 days before departure.

•  Tour prices are fixed and valid until December 2008.

•  Domestic flights are included: international flights are not included .

•  Accommodation includes a three star hotel in Hanoi, eco-lodges, eco-resorts and a chalet in a National Park: rooms are and based on double occupancy including breakfast: single room occupancy will attract a surcharge.

•  All cruise vessels are chartered for the group's exclusive use and are officially registered.

•  Prices include all land transport; entrance fees; domestic flights and most meals.

All destinations will be escorted by specialist local guides apart from free days or part-days.

 

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