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Vietnam
Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Myanmar, China
Vietnam
Blessed with a ravishing coastline, emerald-green
mountains, breathtaking national parks, dynamic
cities, outstanding cultural interest and one of the
world’s best cuisines, Vietnam has it all...
Cambodia
Ascend to the realm of the gods, Angkor Wat.
Descend into the hell of the Khmer Rouge at Tuol
Sleng. Thanks to a history both inspiring and depress-
ing, Cambodia delivers an intoxicating present for
adventurous visitors...
laos
An undiscovered jewel at the heart of Indochina
that are now emerging after years of isolation. A
country of stunning natural beauty, friendly people
and a way of life whose charms and relaxed pace
are impossible to resist...
thailand
Friendly and fun-loving, exotic and tropical, cultured
and historic, Thailand beams with a lustrous hue from
its gaudy temples and golden beaches to the
ever-comforting Thai smile...
myanmar
Myanmar sits at the crossroads of Asia’s great civilisa-
tions of India and China, and looks out onto the vast
Indian Ocean next to Thailand. One of South East
Asia’s largest and most diverse countries, Myanmar
stretches from the sparkling islands of the Andaman
Sea in the south right up into the Eastern Himalayan
mountain range...
china
Antique yet up-to-the-minute, familiar yet unrecog-
nisable, outwardly urban but quintessentially rural,
conservative yet path-breaking, space-age but
old-fashioned, China is a land of mesmerising and
eye-opening contradictions...
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Accommodation:
Hotels 2* - 4* (7nts)
Transportation: private car,
private boats on river, plane
Guide: English speaking
local station guide
Meals: breakfast at hotels &
full meals board on cruise of
Ha Long Bay
Physical rating: **
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code: 101
Vietnam brings a hidden charm with many unique traditional cultures of 54 ethnic groups & rich
resources. Traveling to Vietnam to discover their traditional values that hard to find in other countries
VIETNAM
VIETNAM EXCLUSIVE CLASSIC
8 days 7 nights. Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoian and Saigon.
Travel in Vietnam within one week will give you the short excursion
through three main parts with experience about the UNESCO World
Heritage Site & Nguyen Dynasty.
ITINERARY… Day 1: our car driver will hold a sign board & welcomes
you at the Noi Bai airport then be transferred (no guide) to your hotel
in the center of city.
Day 2-3: depend on your grade of hotel, we will
arrange suitable good cruise 3* or 4* with similar itinerary as pick up at
hotel at 8.00 - 8.30 am in the morning, transfer to Ha Long. Welcome
drink, visit fishing village, enjoy kayaking & swimming. Visit Sung Sot
cave & cruise passing through some unique island as Dinh Huong
island, Ga Choi island..etc. Time to say good bye cruise & back Hanoi
by shuttle bus within 4 hours.
Day 4: we discover the most famous
sightseeing in Hanoi as Ho Chi Minh complex, Temple of Literature,
Ethnology Museum, the best Westlake & History Museum, peaceful of
Hoan Kiem lake with Ngoc Son temple. Then transfer to airport for
flight to Da Nang. Welcome by our car driver then transfer to your
hotel in Hoi An. Overnight at hotel in Hoi An.
Day 5-6: My Son- one of
the most stunning sights in the Hoi An area and as of 2000 a UNESCO
World Heritage Site & explore Hoian charming town on foot. The next
day, visit the Imperial Citadel of Hue, King Tu Duc’s tomb, King Minh
Mang tomb. Day 7: take a scenic boat trip on Perfume River to visit
Thien Mu pagoda. Flight to Saigon then visit some sightseeing in
Saigon: Thien Hau pagoda, Notre Dame cathedral, former post office,
former Presidential Palace, War Museum, China town with Ben Thanh
market. Day 8: free time for shopping or optional visit before transfer
(no guide) to Tan Son Nhat Airport for departure.
HIGHLIGHTS
Visiting most unique & famous places in Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An, Saigon
Ha Long Bay & Hoi An Ancien town: UNESCO world Heritage site
Kayaking on Ha Long Bay
Having knowledge about Nguyen ancient Dynasty in Hue
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VIETNAM
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Indepth insight on Vietnam famous
World Heritage Sites
VIETNAM IMPRESSIVE CLASSIC (HANOI TO SAIGON)
11 days 10 nights. Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hoian, Hue and Saigon
Insight Vietnam with car, boat, flight to explore the daily life of
Vietnamese in the past & present
ITINERARY… Day 1: welcome to your hotel in Hanoi. Day 2-3:
d
epend on your grade of hotel, we will arrange suitable good cruise
3* or 4* with similar itinerary as pick up at hotel at 8.00- 8.30 am in the
morning, transfer to Ha Long. Welcome drink, visit fishing village, enjoy
kayaking & swimming. Visit Sung Sot cave & cruise passing through
some unique island as Dinh Huong island, Ga Choi island... etc. Time
to say good bye cruise & back Hanoi by shuttle bus within 4 hours.
Day 4: we discover the most famous sightseeing in Hanoi as Ho Chi
Minh complex, Temple of Literature, Ethnology Museum, the best
Westlake & History Museum, peaceful of Hoan Kiem lake with Ngoc
Son temple. Then transfer to airport for flight to Da Nang. Welcome
by our car driver then transfer to your hotel in Hoi An. Overnight at
hotel in Hoi An.
Day 5-6: My Son- one of the most stunning sights in
the Hoi An area and as of 2000 a UNESCO World Heritage Site &
explore Hoian charming town on foot. The next day, visit the Imperial
Citadel of Hue, King Tu Duc’s tomb, King Minh Mang tomb.
Day 7-8:
boat trip on Perfume River to visit Thien Mu pagoda. Directly transfer
to Hue airport for noon flight to Saigon. Next day, you will have a
chance to witness the daily ceremony at Cao Dai Holy See. Continue
the trip to Cu Chi tunnels.
Day 9-10: discover the fruit farms, canals,
river and especially the very early floating market– one of the most
symbolic character of the fluvial Mekong Delta.
Day 11: enjoy your
half day visit to Thien Hau pagoda, Notre Dame cathedral, former
post office or former Presidential Palace or War Museum, China town
with Ben Thanh market then transfer (no guide) to Tan Son Nhat
Airport for departure.
HIGHLIGHTS
Visiting most unique & famous places in Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An, Saigon,
Mekong Delta
Ha Long Bay & Hoi An Ancien town: UNESCO world Heritage site
Having knowledge about Nguyen Dynasty in Hue
Daily life & activities of local persons & fishing houses at floating
markets on Mekong Delta
Tasting traditional fruits & local delicious foods
Unique sites in city centre & discover the underground city of
Vietnam in the war.
Accommodation:
Hotels 2* - 4* (10nts)
Transportation: private car,
private boats on river, plane
Guide: English speaking
local station guide or other
guides on request
Meals: breakfast at hotels &
full meals board on cruise of
Ha Long Bay
Daily departure
Physical rating: **
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code: 102
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VIETNAM
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VIETNAM CONCEPT CLASSIC
14 days 13 nights. Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoian, Saigon and Mekong
Delta
Explore daily life of some ethnic group of Vietnam, ancient culture &
daily life of Vietnamese under the war
ITINERARY… Day 1: our local guide will welcome you at the airport and
back you to hotel.
Day 2: Hanoi full day with some sites as Ho Chi Minh
complex, Temple of Literature, Ethnology Museum, the best Westlake &
History Museum.
Day 3-4: Sapa local villages as Y Linh Ho , Lao Chai, Ta
Van, Ta Phin, Silverwaterfall, Tram Ton pass. Back to Hanoi by train on day
4.
Day 5-6: pick up from train station, we will arrange suitable good
cruise 3* or 4* with similar itinerary as pick up at hotel at 8.00 - 8.30 am in
the morning, transfer to Ha Long. Welcome drink, visit fishing village,
enjoy kayaking & swimming. Visit Sung Sot cave & cruise passing through
some unique island as Dinh Huong island, Ga Choi island... etc. Time to
say good bye cruise & back Hanoi by shuttle bus within 4 hours.
Day 7:
Bat Trang Pottery village then flight to Da Nang transfer to Hoi An. Day
8-9:
My Son- one of the most stunning sights in the Hoi An area and as of
2000 a UNESCO World Heritage Site & explore Hoian charming town on
foot. The next day, visit the Imperial Citadel of Hue, King Tu Duc’s tomb,
King Minh Mang tomb, Khai Dinh tomb.
Day 10-11-12: visit the remain
sites of Hue, boat trip on Huong river, flight to Saigon & visit all main site
of Saigon. One day to explore Cai Be floating market on Mekong Delta.
Day 13: you will have a chance to witness the daily ceremony at Cao
Dai Holy See. Continue the trip to Cu Chi tunnels: underground tunnel
network constructed by Vietnamese fighters during the long struggle for
independence.
Day 14: Departure from Saigon.
HIGHLIGHTS
Visiting most unique & famous places in Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An, Saigon,
Mekong Delta, Ha Long Bay
Traditional culture of ethic groups on Sapa
Ha Long Bay & Hoi An Ancient town: UNESCO world Heritage site
Having knowledge about Nguyen Dynasty in Hue
Cai Be floating markets on Mekong Delta
Unique sites in city centre & discover the underground city of Vietnam
in the war
Discover the entire length
of Vietnam with Mekong
Delta fluvial area…
Accommodation:
Hotels 2* - 4* (11 nights)
overnight sleeper train (2 nts),
overnight on boat (1 nt)
Transportation: private car
private boats on river, plane,
train
Guide: English speaking local
station guide
Meals: breakfast at hotels &
full meals board on cruise of
Ha Long Bay
Daily departure
Physical rating: **
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code: 103
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VIETNAM
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Experience the unique train ride in Vietnam even pass the Ocean & Cloud Pass
VIETNAM RAIL TOUR HIGHLIGHT (HANOI TO SAIGON)
12 days 11 nights. Hanoi, Halong Bay, Sapa, Hoian, Saigon and
Mekong Delta
Traveling by train is the habit of Vietnamese to all parts, you will have
the beautiful views outside the train window & explore all sightseeings
with local ways
ITINERARY… Day 1–3: using night train from Hanoi to Lao Cai train
station to discover Sapa. The region is home to many ethnic minorities
groups all wearing their traditional and colourful attire. Short trek to
Ham Rong Mountain; enjoy the minority show performed by the
young minority ladies and men & visit other villages as Cat Cat, Sin
Chai , Ta Phin village & Love waterfall, Tram Ton pass. Night train back
to Hanoi.
Day 4-5 : pick up from train station, we will arrange suitable
good cruise 3* or 4* with similar itinerary as pick up at hotel at 8.00-
8.30 am in the morning, transfer to Ha Long. Welcome drink, visit
fishing village, enjoy kayaking & swimming. Visit Sung Sot cave &
cruise passing through some unique island as Dinh Huong island, Ga
Choi island... etc. Time to say good bye cruise & back Hanoi by
shuttle bus within 4 hours.
Day 6: we discover the most famous
sightseeing in Hanoi as Ho Chi Minh complex, Temple of Literature,
Ethnology Museum, the best Westlake & History Museum, peaceful of
Hoan Kiem lake with Ngoc Son temple.
Day 7-9: visit the Imperial
Citadel of Hue, King Tu Duc’s tomb, King Minh Mang tomb, Khai Dinh
tomb Then, visit My Son - one of the most stunning sights in the Hoi An
area and as of 2000 a UNESCO World Heritage Site & explore Hoian
charming town on foot.
Day 10: visit Cu Chi tunnel : one of the few
remaining monuments to the Vietnam War. The tunnels were part of
an underground network that was built by the Vietcong during the
American War & some famous sites in Saigon city as the former
President’s Palace, the Old Saigon Post Office, the Notre Dame
Cathedral.
Day 11-12: Mekong Delta with Cai Be floating market to
see local people being selling, buying, exchanging goods from their
boats. Visit local garden and house to see orchard, rice crisped
producing process, etc. Then depart Saigon on the lat day back to
your country.
HIGHLIGHTS
Traditional culture of ethic groups on Sapa
Experience about Hanoi train trip
Having knowledge about Nguyen Dynasty in Hue
Cai Be floating markets on Mekong Delta
Discover the underground city of Vietnam in the war
Accommodation:
Hotels 2* - 4* (6nts)
Overnight sleeper train (4 nts)
Overnight on boat (1 nt)
Transportation: private car,
private boats on river, train
Guide: English speaking local
station guide or other guides
on request
Meals: breakfast at hotels &
full meals board on cruise of
Ha Long Bay
Daily departure
Physical rating: ***
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code: 104
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VIETNAM
Taste the famous Vietnam-
ese food and learn how to
make it yourself.
VIETNAM CULINARY HIGHLIGHTS
12 days 11 nights. Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoian, Saigon and Mekong
delta
Tasting all the delicious foods of Vietnam from the North to the South
combine relaxing & explore Vietnam culture
ITINERARY… Day 1: we welcome you at airport. Day 2: Hanoi full
day with
some sites as Ho Chi Minh complex, Temple of Literature,
Ethnology Museum, the best Westlake & History Museum.
Day 3-4:
pick up from hotel, we will arrange suitable good cruise 3* or 4* with
similar itinerary as pick up at hotel at 8.00- 8.30 am in the morning,
transfer to Ha Long. Welcome drink, visit fishing village, enjoy kayaking
& swimming. Visit Sung Sot cave & cruise passing through some
unique island as Dinh Huong island, Ga Choi island... etc. Time to say
good bye cruise & back Hanoi by shuttle bus within 4 hours.
Day 5:
understand more about Vietnamese culture through out the course
with the short movie demonstrating a traditional Vietnamese kitchen;
by explaining the importance of rice and its cultural significance; the
different spices, when and how they are used; the market; and of
course fish sauce.
Day 6-7: a new spirit for traditional Hoi An dishes
like Cao Lau, Quang noodles, the local ‘Tam huu' spring roll (made
from Tra Que vegetables) and cake with meat (Banh xeo) has been
enlivened. Enjoy a cookery class with your host. Experience a day of
living and working with the local people in Tra Que vegetable village,
in which you will have a chance to discover the daily life of farmers.
Day 8-9: boat trip to visit Thien Mu pagoda on Huong river. Explore
Nguyen’s Dysnaty with Imperial Citadel of Hue, King Tu Duc’s tomb,
King Minh Mang tomb (typical formal oriental style designed).
Day
10:
visit Cu Chi tunnel: one of the few remaining monuments to the
Vietnam War & tasting Saigon traditional foods with activities go to
the market with chef, you will learn 5 places inclusive soup, salad,
main course, steam rice and desert. Enjoy your dinner with what you
have learned.
Day 11-12: Mekong Delta with Cai Be floating market
to see local people being selling, buying, exchanging goods from
their boats. Visit local garden and house to see orchard, rice crisped
producing process, etc. Then depart Saigon on the lat day back to
your country.
HIGHLIGHTS
Tasting all traditional delicious Vietnam foods from North to South
Having knowledge about Nguyen Dynasty in Hue
Cai Be floating markets on Mekong Delta
Discover the underground city of Vietnam in the war
Accommodation:
Hotels 2* - 4* (10 nts)
Overnight on boat (1 nts)
Transportation: private car
private boats on river
Kayaking on Ha Long Bay
Domestic flight tickets Hanoi
–Da Nang, Hue – Saigon
Guide: English speaking
local station guide
Meals: breakfast at hotels &
full meals board on cruise of
Ha Long Bay , 2 lunches, 1
dinner
Physical rating: ***
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code: 107
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ASTONISHING CAMBODIA
4 days 3 nights from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh
Great time for true insights into Cambodia’s history, culture, beauty
and its unique charm. Starting from home of Angkor wat to the
captical of Cambodia.
ITINERARY… Day 1: landing at Siem Reap airport, transfer to hotel.
Enjoy a half day explore the city, home of Angkor wat, one of the
greatest religious monuments in the world. Afternoon trip enjoying a
boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake, visiting floating village, fisherman life.
Then to Chantie Ecole - Artisan D’Angkor and shopping at Old
Market.
Day 2: visit Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Khmer
Empire, fortified city enclosing residences of priest, officials of the
palace and military, as well as buildings for administering the king-
dom. Continue to Ta Prohm beautiful temple, bound by massive roots
of huge trees then to Angkor Wat, a great complexes of ancient
temples in Southeast Asia, last visit to Bakheng Hill temple to get an
unobstructed view of the sun from top of hill.
Day 3: take 6 hours
drive to Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, passing through
interesting provincial towns, bucolic villages, and delightful scenery.
Enjoy your half day to admire the beauty of the stately grounds of the
Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, gain an insight into Khmer history at the
National Museum, then Wat Phnom, a sacred Buddhist pagoda as
well as Toul Sleng Genocide Museum and Russian Market.
Day 4: free
time at leisure then transfer to the airport for departure flight back
home.
HIGHLIGHTS
Be mystified by the temples of Angkor Wat
Enjoy a boat trip on Tonlé Sap lake to the fishing floating village
Meet friendly locals and discover their handicrafts village
Revisit Cambodia's dark past in Phnom Penh via Toul Sleng museum
Accommodation:
Hotel (3 nts)
Transport: private mini bus,
boat
Guide: English speaking
local station guide
Meals: 3 breakfast
Physical rating: **
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: Daily
Trip code: 1803
Take a short package to discover fascinating history, friendly locals, stunning scenery and majestic
mountains of Cambodia.
CAMBODIA
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CAMBODIA
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SIEM REAP – ANGKOR WAT
3 days 2 nights
Wonderful time to see a charm of the lovely city Siem Reap, home of
Angkor wat, chance to meet friendly local people.
ITINERARY… Day 1: landing at Siem Reap airport, transfer to hotel.
Enjoy a half day visiting the spectacular temples of Angkor Wat, the
primary attraction when you are in Siem Reap. Then to Bakheng Hill
temple to get an unobstructed view of the sun from top of hill.
Day 2:
visit Angkor Thom area including the giant smile faces of Bayon
Temple, The Terrace of Elephants, Bapourn Temple, Pimeanakas
Temple, Terrace of The Leper King, Preak Palilay, Prasat Sour Prout.
Continue to Ta Prohm beautiful temple, bound by massive roots of
huge trees then to Angkor Wat, a great complexes of ancient tem-
ples in Southeast Asia. Afternoon, visit Thommanon, one of a pair of
Hindu temples built during the reign of Suryavarman II, Chau Say
Tevada on the South of Thommanon, Ta Keo, a temple-mountain, Ta
Prohm, a beautiful temple, bound by massive roots of huge trees.
Also visit Banteay Kdei, a citadel of chambers, also known as citadel
of monks, is a Buddhist temple in Angkor. The last temple to explore is
Sras Srang.
Day 3: visit Banteay Srei temple, dedicated to the Hindu
god Shiva, the only temple carved in hard pink sandstone in the
Angkor region. The next is visisting Banteay Samre temple, worth the
extra effort to experience the elaborate architecture, and fine
carvings. In the afternoon, enter the world of traditional Khmer
handicraft Chantie Ecole-Artisan D’Angkor before your shopping at
Old Market then heading to the airport for departure flight back
home.
HIGHLIGHTS
Be mystified by the temples of Angkor Wat
Relive Cambodia's past at the temples of Angkor
Meet friendly locals and discover their handicrafts village
Accommodation:
Hotel (2 nts)
Transport: private mini bus,
boat
Guide: English speaking local
station guide
Meals: 2 breakfast
Physical rating: **
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: Daily
Trip code: 1802
A perfect decision to tour around all of the famous tem-
ples in Siem Reap without rushing too much on this short
package.
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CAMBODIA
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HIGHLIGHT OF CAMBODIA
7 days 6 nights in Phnom Penh & Siem Reap
Pperfect opportunity to experience the best Cambodia, get to know the
story of the years under the rule of the Khmer Rouge, colonial buildings,
countryside filled with rice-paddies, the stunning temples of Angkor, an
abundance of natural attractions...
ITINERARY… Day 1: landing Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia,
enjoy your half day to admire the beauty of the stately grounds of the
Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, gain an insight into Khmer history at the
National Museum, then Wat Phnom, a sacred Buddhist pagoda.
Day 2:
visit Tuol sleng and the Choeng Ek killing field, show the brutal aspects of
the Khmer Rogue regime. Then Tuol Sleng Prison to know how far Cam-
bodia has come since the 70s, today it serves as a museum.
Day 3: full
day visit the various temples and the three large stupas where the ashes
of three former kings are preserved. and next continue to Vihara of the
18- Cubit Buddha.
Day 4: drive to Siem Reap, passing through interest-
ing provincial towns, bucolic villages, and delightful scenery. Stop at
Skoun, known as a Spiderville' due to the deep fried tarantula, a local
delicacy. Visit the temples of Angkor Wat, the most beautiful and histori-
cal place then Bakheng Hill temple to get an unobstructed view of the
sun from top of hill.
Day 5: full day visit Angkor Thom, the capital of the
Khmer Empire, a centre of administrative & religious. This “big city” was
founded by king Jayavarman VII who introduced Buddhism in the
architecture. Bayon, the temple with the smiling faces in the centre of
Angkor Thom, the most famous buildings in Angkor.
Day 6: boat trip to
the Tonle Sap, known as 'The Great Lake’, see a number of fishing com-
munities literally float on it. Afternoon visit to the grandest of all ruins,
Angkor Wat, then enjoy evening with Khmer performance (aspara
show).
Day 7: visit Banteay Srei temple then to Chantie Ecole- Artisan
D’Angkor and Old market before sending to the airport departure flight
back home.
HIGHLIGHTS
See Cambodia’s magical temples of Angkor Wat and Angor Thom
Explore Phnom Penh and it’s charming colonial architecture
Uncover Cambodia's tragic history in Phnom Penh
Remember the victims of the notorious Killing Fields
Meet friendly locals and discover their handicrafts at a quaint Khmer
village
Visit the small town of Skoun, famous for selling ‘tasty’ tarantula snacks.
Enjoy a boat tour on Tonlé Sap lake to the fishing floating village
Accommodation:
Hotel (6 nts)
Transport: private mini bus,
boat
Guide: English speaking
local station guide
Meals: 6 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Physical rating: **
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: Daily
Trip code: 1805
Further information, visit: www.vietnamimpressive.com
CAMBODIA
Wonderful time at a charming country, visit the fascinating attractions from Phnom Penh, the most
beautiful capital in Southeast Asia to Siem Reap, home of the majestic Angkor Wat, the world's most
spectacular temple.
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CAMBODIA DISCOVERY AND BEACH EXTENSION
11 days 10 nights from Siem Reap, Sihanoukville, Kep, Phnom Penh
An amazing trip with ancient sights and breathtaking beauty, discover
romantic spirit, culture & scenic wonders of Cambodia. Starting from
Siem Reap to relax on the palm-fringed beaches Sihanoukville, Kep
then impressed by historic sites in Phnom Penh.
ITINERARY… Day 1: arriving Siem Reap, a little town with a big, pulsat-
ing heart, extraordinary temples, the Angkor Wat and much more.
Visiting the Roluos Group, a collection of monuments representing the
remains of Hariharalaya, the first major capital of the Angkorian-era
Khmer Empire, the first great Khmer temples (Bakong, Preah Ko, Lolei).
Day 2: full day visit Angkor Thom, the capital of the Khmer Empire, a
centre of administrative & religious. Come to see Bayon, the temple
with the smiling faces in the centre of Angkor Thom, the most famous
buildings in Angkor.
Day 3: boat trip to te Tonle Sap, known as 'The
Great Lake’, see a number of fishing communities literally float on it.
Afternoon visit to the grandest of all ruins, Angkor Wat, then enjoy
evening with Khmer performance (aspara show).
Day 4: visit old
market before taking flight to Sihanoukville, Cambodia's premier beach
tow with white sand beaches, warm Gulf of Thailand waters, great little
tropical getaway.
Day 5-6: free time for beach extension. Day 7: one
hour drive to Kep, another coastal tourist city, in the Southwest of
Phnom Penh. Free time for relax on beach.
Day 8: ea rly morning, enjoy
a short boat trip to scenic Koh Tonsai. Rest of time if free, relaxing on the
island’s beautiful tropical beach.
Day 9: drive to Phnom Penh, on route,
enjoy trip to Kep’s heritage and to the countryside, visit local village on
way to Kampong Trach. Arriving the capital in late PM.
Day 10: enjoy
your half day to admire the beauty of the stately grounds of the Royal
Palace, Silver Pagoda, gain an insight into Khmer history at the National
Museum, then Wat Phnom, a sacred Buddhist pagoda. Free time in the
afternoon.
Day 11: leisure time for shopping till transferring to the airport
for departure flight back home.
HIGHLIGHTS
Explore the majestic temples at Angkor
Relive Cambodia's past at the temples of Angkor
Enjoy a boat tour on Tonle Sap lake to the fishing floating village
Relax amid Sihanoukville and Kep's tropical surrounds
Accommodation:
Hotel (10 nts)
Transport: private mini bus,
boat, plane
Guide: English speaking
local station guide
Meals: 10 breakfasts, 1
dinner
Physical rating: **
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: Daily
Trip code: 1806
Journey of discovery & relax, uncover the Cambodian spirit, visit Phnom Penh, the Angkor temples,
Sihanoukville & Kep beaches.
Further information, visit: www.vietnamimpressive.com
CAMBODIA
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LUANG PRABANG CLASSIC
4 days 3 nights to discover World Heritage city of Luang Prabang in Laos
Chance to explore the must- to- see places of Luang Prabang, the
famous places awarded by UNESCO as the best preserved city in South
East Asia. With limited time of stay, you won't regret with this excursion!
ITINERARY… Day 1: landed Luang Prabang, the ancient first capital of
Lane Xang kingdom, the center of religious life in Laos and today the
World Heritage city. Half day visit the sacred city of temples inclusive Wat
Visoun, a small museum for religious artifacts in 16th century, Wat Aham,
represent two characters from the Ramayana – Hanuman, the Monkey
God and a fierce Yaksa in early 19th century, Wat Xiengthong, epito-
mizes all the elegance and grace of Luang Prabang architecture in 16th
century as well as Phousi Hill with a panoramic view in the whole Luang
Prabang.
Day 2: boat excursion trip upstream on the Mekong to visit Pak
Ou cave in the side of a lime stone cliff and opposite of the mouth of the
Mekong and Ou rivers, a nice lunch on river restaurant. Continue by car
to outskirt of town to visit Ban Xangkhong, a well-known village for its
wood paper making and also Lao silk weavings with natural dyes.
Day
3:
visit Kuangsi Waterfall, spectacular and really beautiful with its green
surroundings as the preserved National park. On route, visit some small
villages of alike Ban Na Oune, village of hill-trip Hmong, Khmu group,
Talad Phosy market. A picnic lunch served. On the way back, visit various
craft-shops, including silver smiths’ and also Hmong market in town.
Day
4:
visit National Museum, the former Royal Palace. Rest of time is at
leisure then transfer to the airport for flight to next destination.
HIGHLIGHTS
Explore small town’s quaintness and romance with ancient temples
From hilltop Wat Phu Si, afford wonderful views over the town, Mekong
river
Visit the Pak Ou caves, the dramatic gorges of the Ou River
Discover breathtaking Kuangsi Waterfall
Visit some hill- tribes in Laos
Accommodation:
Hotel (3nts)
Transport: private mini bus,
boat
Guide: English speaking
local station guide
Meals: 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch,
1 picnic lunch.
Physical rating: **
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code: 1901
This perfect trip giving a fascinating overview of
Luang Prabang, one of most beautiful, enchanting
cities in Asia. Take in the special feel of this unique
town, by wandering around the decaying temples
and French colonial villas and get a deep sense of
the country's proud history.
LAOS
LAOS
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LAOS EXCLUSIVE
5 days 4 nights in quiet beauty country from Vientiane to Luang Prabang
ITINERARY… Day 1: landed Vientiane, the city of the moon – an
ancient city, situated on the bend on the left bank of the Mekong as the
largest city and the capital of Laos. A half day explore city inclusive:
religious museums, the oldest temple of Wat Sisaket, Wat Ho Prakeo the
former home-temple of the Emerald Buddha statue, That Luang Stupa,
the single most important monument in Laos, Patouxay, the land-mark of
Vientiane.
Day 2: visit morning market then fly to Luang Prabang, the
ancient first capital of Lane Xang kingdom, the center of religious life in
Laos and today the World Heritage City. Half day visit the sacred city of
temples inclusive Wat Visoun, a small museum for religious artifacts in
16th century, Wat Aham, represent two characters from the Ramayana –
Hanuman, the Monkey God and a fierce Yaksa in early 19th century,
Wat Xiengthong, epitomizes all the elegance and grace of Luang
Prabang architecture in 16th century as well as Phousi Hill with a pano-
ramic view in the whole Luang Prabang.
Day 3: boat excursion trip
upstream on the Mekong to visit Pak Ou cave in the side of a lime stone
cliff and opposite of the mouth of the Mekong and Ou rivers, a nice
lunch on river restaurant. Continue by car to outskirt of town to visit Ban
Xangkhong, a well-known village for its wood paper making and also
Lao silk weavings with natural dyes.
Day 4: visit Kuangsi Waterfall, spec-
tacular and really beautiful with its green surroundings as the preserved
National park. On route, visit some small villages of alike Ban Na Oune,
village of hill-trip Hmong, Khmu group, Talad Phosy market. A picnic
lunch served. On the way back, visit various craft-shops, including silver
smiths’ and also Hmong market in town.
Day 5: visit National Museum,
the former Royal Palace. Rest of time is at leisure then transfer to the
airport for flight to next destination.
HIGHLIGHTS
Chance to see tree-lined boulevards, elegant architecture testify to its
years under French occupation.
Explore small town’s quaintness and romance with ancient temples in
Luang Prabang
From hilltop Wat Phu Si, afford wonderful views over the town, Mekong
river
Visit the Pak Ou caves, the dramatic gorges of the Ou River
Discover breathtaking Kuangsi Waterfall
Visit some hill-tribes in Laos
Accommodation:
Hotel (4 nights)
Transport: private mini bus,
boat
Guide: English speaking
local station guide
Meals: 4 breakfasts, 2
lunches, 1 picnic lunch
Physical rating: **
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code: 1903
Chance to explore one of Asia’s most beautiful secrets captivated by the mist-veiled mountains,
enigmatic plateaux, untouched forests. In early morning, see the monks, trail along paths & alley,
search of their alms.
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LAOS
Memorial time to explore a quiet beauty country, captivated by the mist-veiled mountains,
enigmatic plateaux, untouched forests, and the monks who trail along paths and alleys in search
of their alms giving.
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Accommodation:
Hotel (8 nights)
Transport: private mini bus,
boat
Guide: English speaking
local station guide
Meals: 8 breakfasts, 4
lunches, 1 picnic lunch
Physical rating: ***
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code: 1905
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LAOS
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TASTE OF LAOS CLASSIC
9 days 8 nights from Luang Prabang to Phonsavan, Vang Vieng then Vientiane
ITINERARY… Day 1: landed Luang Prabang, the ancient first capital of Lane Xang kingdom, the center of
religious life in Laos and today the World Heritage City. Half day visit the sacred city of temples inclusive Wat
Visoun, a small museum for religious artifacts in 16th century, Wat Aham, represent two characters from the
Ramayana – Hanuman, the Monkey God and a fierce Yaksa in early 19th century, Wat Xiengthong, epito-
mizes all the elegance and grace of Luang Prabang architecture in 16th century as well as Phousi Hill with a
panoramic view in the whole Luang Prabang.
Day 2: in early morning, take opportunity to see a daily Laos
morning ritual, alms giving. Continue with a boat excursion trip upstream on the Mekong to visit Pak Ou
cave in the side of a lime stone cliff and opposite of the mouth of the Mekong and Ou rivers, a nice lunch
on river restaurant. Continue by car to outskirt of town to visit Ban Xangkhong, a well-known village for its
wood paper making and also Lao silk weavings with natural dyes. Day 3: visit Kuangsi Waterfall, spectacu-
lar and really beautiful with its green surroundings as the preserved National park. On route, visit some small
villages of alike Ban Na Oune, village of hill-trip Hmong, Khmu group, Talad Phosy market. A picnic lunch
served. On the way back, visit various craft-shops, including silver smiths’ and also Hmong market in town.
Day 4: scenic drive to Xieng Khouang, the home amazing Plain of Jars to explore more than three hundred
enormous stone jars, their origins long forgotten and their original use and significance still unclear. On the
way, visit the remote dwellings of ethnic minority villages, notice many hou ooms underneath with which
the family’s clothes, bags and accessories are manufactured.
Day 5: exploring the Plain of Jars (number 2
and 3) and the surrounding area, the most distinctive and enigmatic of all Laos attractions. The large area
around Phonsavan, dotted with stone jars, mysterious jars as no one has a clear idea as to why they are
there. If time permits, take a sunset at the site number 1 before return to the town.
Day 6: enjoy travelling to
Vang Vieng, located in central Laos is now a tourist town famous for its river tubing, nightlife, and outdoor
attractions with beautiful mountains, caves,…
Day 7: visit Tham Chang cave, known as Elephant cave, the
most renowned of all. Tham Chang penetrates right under a mountain and is fed by a natural spring
perfect for an early morning dip.The cave is said to have been used as a refuge during the 19th century
from Chinese Haw bandits and this explains its name: chang meaning 'loyal' or 'steadfast'. Free time in the
afternoon for your tubing down Nam Song river or bicycling nearby countryside. Day 8: drive to Vientiane,
a friendly sleepy town resting on the shores of the mighty Mekong river. A half day explore city inclusive:
religious museums, the oldest temple of Wat Sisaket, Wat Ho Prakeo the former home-temple of the Emer-
ald Buddha statue, That Luang Stupa, the single most important monument in Laos, Patouxay, the land-
mark of Vientiane. Day 9: free time at leisure for your shopping till transferring to the airport for departure
flight to next destination.
HIGHLIGHTS
Explore small town’s quaintness and romance with ancient temples in Luang Prabang
From hilltop Wat Phu Si, afford wonderful views over the town, Mekong river
Visit the Pak Ou caves, the dramatic gorges of the Ou River
Discover breathtaking Kuangsi Waterfall
Visit some hill-tribes in Laos
Enjoy breathtaking feeling in front of thousands of jars and the silent and sacred air covers around the
temples.
Stop at Vang Vieng, a tranquil nice villages for activities such as tubing, bicycling, trekking
Chance to see tree-lined boulevards, elegant architecture testify to its years under French occupation.
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LAOS
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DISCOVERY CHIANG MAI
4 days 3 nights with Chiangmai's hightlight: Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep,
Elephant Camp to watch them demonstrate their skills, and visit
different hill tribes to view manufacture of famous Chiang Mai & Thai
product.
ITINERARY...Day 1: visit Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep on foot - most
important and visible landmark, and overlook the city from its forest
mountain backdrop. The Temples' golden pagoda contains a holy
Buddha relics and attract Buddhist pilgrims from all over the world
throughout the year. Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Day 2: you start your
sightseeing with a visit Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao. Then leave Chiang-
Mai to Lampang. Visit Wat Phrathat Lampang Luang on way, one of
the northern finest temples and the best presentation of Lanna style
architecture. Arrive Lampang, take a Horse drawn carriage around
the city center, visit Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao. Returning to Chiang
Mai, branch off the highway into Lamphun, with its history dating
back to A.D. 700, and its ancient and revered temple: Wat Phrathat
Haripunchai, and Wat Chama.
Day 3: visit hill tribe people in Chiang
Dao: Lisu hill tribe village, the colorful costume was originated in Tibet,
Karen hill tribe village, they are 'peace loving warriors', and very
industrious and faithful people, Palong hill tribe village, wearing one
of the most beautiful costume tribe, coming from Myanmar, then visit
the Hill tribe Museum before return Chiang Mai.
Day 4: visit elephant
camps. You can enjoy the short but unforgettable elephant ride with
small fee. On the return way, stop for visitting Mae Sa Waterfall as well
as one of the region's orchid farms displaying a full variety of some of
Thailand's exquisite blooms. In the afternoon, visit some of the handi-
craft workshops.
HIGHLIGHTS
Visit the well- known temples: Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep, Wat Phra
Kaew Don Tao, Wat Phrathat Lamgpang Luang...
Discovery the beautiful Mae Sa Waterfall, orchid farms and some
hill-tribe.
Experience with activities at elephant camps.
Visit the handicraft workshops.
Accommodation:
Hotel (3 nights)
Transport: private car
Guide: English speaking
local guide
Meals: 3 breakfasts
Physical rating: **
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: Daily departure
Trip code: 2204
Visit ChiangMai - a cultural & natural wonderland. You will be suprised by historic temple, ethnic tribes,
elephant camps, a variety of handicraft workshop, various cultural performances of this land.
THAILAND
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thailand
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Special place where you can see the point in
the Mekong River where Thailand, Laos and
Myanmar meet
GOLDEN TRIANGLE EXPERIENCE OF LIFE
Exprience 5 days 4 nights in ChiangMai, ChiangRai. Chance to visit all
famous temples, take a horse drawn carriage, know about handi-
craft in Thailand.
ITINERARY...Day 1: flight to Chiang Rai, then continue to Chiang
Saen. After lunch, you start sightseeing with the Chiang Saen National
Museum that famous for its invaluable Buddha images and arte facts
of the Chiang Saen Kingdom. See temples Wat Phra That Chedi
Luang, Wat Pa Sak. Continue to the Golden Triangle - It's the world-
famous place where the borders of Thailand, Myanmar and Laos
meet. You can stand at the very point where the Ruak River from
Myanmar flows into the Mekong, to take a fine view of the rice fields
and the distant mountains. In the later afternoon back to Chiang Rai.
In the later afternoon back to Chiang Rai.
Day 2: after breakfast
drive to Mae Fah. Chiang Rai which is located at the northern tip of
Thailand. Of its area of 11,678 square kilometers, more than three
quarters are mountains! Chiang Rai is among the oldest towns of
Thailand. It was founded in 1262 by King Mengrai and was the first
capital of Lanna Thai Kingdom. Its main tourist attractions lie in scenic
places, such as national parks, botanical gardens, caves and water-
falls. Overnight in Chiang Rai.
Day 3: flight to Chiang Mai, drive to
Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep. A short visit to Wat Phra Singh. Interact with
monks, they are always happy to talk English. Half of the day leisure.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Day 4: leave Chiang Mai along the moun-
tainous highway to Lampang (90 Kms. away). On the way shot stop
at Local market. Drive on to visit Wat Phrathat Lampang Luang.
Continue to Lampang, take a Horse drawn carriage around the city
center, visit Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao, Lunch at a local restaurant.
Returning to Chiang Mai.
Day 5: visit Elephant Camp, Mae Sa Water-
fall. In the afternoon visit some of the handicraft.
HIGHLIGHTS
Visit the well-known temples in Thailand.
Horse drawn carriage around city center.
Discovery the Golden Triangle, the beautiful Mae Sa waterfall.
Experience with activities at Elephant Camp.
Visit the handicraft shop.
Accommodation:
4 nights hotel
Transport: private car,
domestic flight
Guide: English speaking
local guide
Meals: 4 breakfasts
Physical rating: **
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: Daily departure
Trip code: 2205
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thailand
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THAILAND CLASSIC
(Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lampang, Lopburi, Phayao, Pitsa-
nuloke, Sukhothai)
Enjoy a 6 days tour to all the highlights of Thailand. Experience the tops
sight in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, and much more.
ITINERARY... Day 1: pick up from hotel by bus. Depart to Ayuthaya,
former capital of Thailand with the gigantic bronze statues of Wat Mong-
kol Borpitr, the three ancient pagodas at Wat Phra Sri Sanpetch and Wat
Pranangcherng. Continue to Phra Buddha Badh, visit Prang Sam Yod
(Sacred Three-Spired Pagoda), the ruins of Wat Phra Sri Ratana Maha
Dhat and the Monkey Temple. Check in hotel in Pitsanuloke. Day 2: visit
Wat Maha Dhat with its revered Buddha statue, Phra Buddha Jinaraj.
Then, in Sukhothai visit Wat Maha Dhat, Wat Sra Sri and Wat Sri Chum. In
the northern outpost town of the Kingdom of Sukhothai - Sri Satchanala,
visit Wat Chang Lom, Wat Jedi Jet Thaew, Wat Nang Phya and Wat Phra
Sri Ratana Maha Dhat. Overnight at hotel in Lampang.
Day 3: drive to
Ko Kah to see Wat Phra Dhat Lampang Luang housing the only Emerald
Buddha. Then see Wat Sri Kom Kam in Phayao. Continue to Chiang
Saen, visit Wat Phra Dhat Jom Kitti by climbing 383 steps to top of hill,
Wat Chedi Luang and the small museum nearby. Take a boat trip upriver
on the Mekong to the Golden Triangle. Transfer to Mae Sai before return
to ChiangRai for check in hotel. Day 4: depart for Ban Lorcha, a Phami
Akha hilltribe community center. Proceed to Chiang Mai. Afternoon visit
to Handicraft Villages to observe manufacture of lacquerware, the
spinning and weaving of Thai Silk and to watch how paper umbrellas are
made. Enjoy Kantoke Dinner - a typical Thai dinner with ancient dances
from northern Thailand.
Day 5: visit Wat Doi Suthep, then see the
elephant camp to watch the elephants taking timber in the forest. Have
chance to visit orchid farm before coming back ChiangMai. From
ChiangMai take train to Bangkok. Overnight on train.
Day 6: transfer to
your Bangkok hotel from Bangkok station.
HIGHLIGHTS
Visit the well-known temples & former capital of Thailand.
Discovery the some hill-tribe.
Experience a boat trip on Mekong River.
Visit Handicraft Villages.
Enjoy Kantoke dinner - typical Thai dinner.
Have chance to know about
historical temples as well tradi-
tional Thai hospitality.
Accommodation:
5 nights hotel
Transport: Shuttle bus, train
Guide: English speaking
local guide
Meals: 4 breakfasts. 2 dinner
Physical rating: **
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: Daily departure
Trip code: 2203
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thailand
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MYANMAR WITH INLE LAKE
5 days 4 nights Yangon – Bagan – Heho – Inle Lake - Yangoon
ITINERARY… Day 1: our car driver will hold a sign board & welcomes
you at the airport then be transferred (no guide) to your hotel in the
center of city.
Day 2: paradize for early morning birds! 7 am flight to
Bagan which will bring you back into the 11th century! 1,000 pagodas
in the morning, 1,000 pagodas in the afternoon... Ananda,
Shwezigon, Thatbinnyu and, and, and... No time for lacquerware
shopping? Of course - shop till you drop. Day 3: air Mandalay will
take you to Shan State - some call it "Switzerland of Myanmar" In a
long- tailed Sampa on the Inle Lake, rimmed by blue mountains, you
will see that life here still follows ancient, traditional patterns. Floating
gardens, one leg-rowers, villages on stilts and, all around, the Phaung
Daw Oo Pagoda, wonderful monasteries, and the reflection of the
cotton wool clouds - that's just magic.
Day 4: a 1 hour boat ride on
Inle Lake, will bring you to Indine, a real treasure not only for archae-
ologists. The ruin pagodas, hide in the bushes will give you an impres-
sion you were in the 12th- 13th centuries and Yangon Air will bring you
back to the 21st century. Overnight in Yangoon. Day 5: enough time
for wandering around the Bogyoke Market and find some souvenirs
for the unlucky ones who could not join your wonderful trip! Pick up
and transfer to the airport for departure flight.
HIGHLIGHTS
Visit the old city of Bagan with more than 2000 Buddhist temples,
pagodas and monasteries
Visit Inle Lake and the local life there passing the floating farm and
the ruin pagodas on a boat tour
Time for shopping with many handicraft products
Accommodation: 4 nights
hotel from 2* to 5* depend
on your request
All entrance fees
Transport: private car with
A/c, wet wipe and mineral
water.
Domestic flights with Air
Bagan, Air Mandalay or
Yangon Airways
Guide: English speaking
local guide.
Meals: 4 breakfasts
Physical rating: **
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code: 2001
An unforgettable journey to an extraordinary country of golden pagodas and golden dreams
MYANMAR
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MYANMAR
MYANMAR CLASSIC
10 days 9 nights Yangon – Bagan – Inle Lake - Mandalay - Yangoon
ITINERARY… Day 1: our car driver will hold a sign board & welcomes you
at the airport then be transferred (no guide) to your hotel in the center of
city. Overnight at hotel in Hanoi.
Day 2: Yangon Air will take you to Shan
State, some call it "Switzerland of Myanmar" (?)… A half day trekking
around Pindaya will bring you to the villages of Danu and Taung Yoe.
Day
3:
a visit of the Pindaya caves, hosting more than 8,000 Buddhas will
compensate you for the three and a half hours ride on a bumpy road!
Late afternoon you will arrive by car to sleepy village of Nyaung Shwe.
The old Shan Palace of the last Shan Prince who was Myanmar's first
President will bring you back to the times of the old Burman. Day 4: a
whole day excursion in a long-tailed sampan on the Inle Lake, rimmed by
blue mountains, will show you that life here still follows ancient, traditional
patterns. Floating gardens, one leg-rowers, villages on stilts and all
around, the Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda and wonderful monasteries, and
the reflection of the cotton wool clouds - that's magic.
Day 5: morning
flight by Yangon Air will take you to the city of Myanmar Kings. Breathe
the unpolluted air on the wooden U Bein Bridge in Amarapura and visit
the famous hand weavers: How exiting to watch the skill of the threads
being tied! Back to Mandalay, a visit to Mahamuni Buddha image will
realize you why Myanmar is known to be the Golden Land. Excursion to
the handicraft centers like wood carving, marble carving, tapestry work,
gold leaf making and bronze casting …
Day 6: "Men may come and
men may go, but I flow on forever"... the Ayeyarwaddy is humming. Don't
ask why the King didn't finish the biggest temple in the world, the Pahto-
tawgyi Pagoda. Just be happy to see the world's largest ringing bell! In
the afternoon don't miss the revered Mahamuni Buddha image and the
729 stone slabs of Kuthodaw Pagoda with the entire Buddhist scriptures.
The climb of 1,729 steps to the Mandalay Hill will reward you with a firm
and sound sleep.
Day 7: in the morning, drive to Sagaing, 21km south-
west of Mandalay, You can visit the lively market of Sagaing. Then
proceed to Kaunghmudaw, an enormous dome shape Pagoda and after
a short visit to the silversmith home industry proceed to Sagaing Hills, a
retreat for Buddhist devotees with numerous Pagodas, monasteries and
nunneries. In the afternoon transfer to Mandalay airport for the flight to
Bagan.
Day 8: enjoy the whole day at the most extensive archaeological
site in Asia. Among the 2,000 temples you will see Ananda, Shwezigon,
Thatbinnyu, and, and, and... Some you can walk to, others are best
visited by bicycle or pony cart. Walking, bicycle or pony cart - finally now
you know that you must go barefooted in all pagodas.
Day 9: Yangon Air
will bring you back to the modern city of Yangon, leaving the tranquillity
behind you. Busy street scenes dominate the city. Botataung and Sule
Pagoda in the hub of the city, the sprawling Bogyoke Market, China Town
- but at sunset you will find your rest at the Shwedogon Pagoda, the
highlight of your wonderful journey.
Day 10: a visit to the outstanding
National Museum with its ornate treasures will give you the impression that
you haven’t seen enough. Well - always welcome again.
HIGHLIGHTS
Trekking activities
Visiting Padaya caves where thousands of Buddha images have been
consecrated for worship over the centuries
Visit Inle Lake and the local life there passing the floating farm and the
ruin pagodas on a boat tour
Excursion to the handicraft centers
Visit the unfinished biggest temple in the world, the Pahtotawgyi
Pagoda
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True and informative. Myanmar Classic brings you to a golden land, friendly people and more…
Accommodation: 9 nights
hotel from 2* to 5* depend
on your request
All entrance fees
Transport: private car with
A/c, wet wipe and mineral
water.
Private boat on Inle Lake
and to Mingun
Private boat from Pakokk to
Bagan
Domestic flights with Air
Bagan, Air Mandalay or
Yangon Airways
Guide: English speaking
local guide.
Meals: 9 breakfasts
Physical rating: **
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code: 2002
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MYANMAR
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6 DAYS MYANMAR SPECIAL
6 days 5 nights: Yangon - Bagan - Mandalay - Amarapura - Mandalay -
Heho - Kaung Dine - Inle Lake - Pindaya - Heho - Yangon
ITINERARY… Day 1: welcome and transfer to hotel. Sightseeing to
Mawtin Jetty, Chaukhtatkyi Pagoda, Karaweik Hall and sunset you will
find your rest at the Shwedagon Pagoda, the highlight of your wonderful
journey.
Day 2: today take the flight to Bagan. Enjoy the whole day at
the most extensive archaeological site in Asia. Among the 2000 temples
you will see Ananda, Shwezigon, Thatbinnyu, … Some you can walk to,
others are best visited by bicycle or pony cart. Walking, bicycle or pony
cart riding – finally now you will know that you must go barefooted in all
pagodas.
Day 3: breathe the unpolluted air on the wooden U Bein
Bridge in Amarapura and visit the famous hand weavers: How exiting to
watch the skill of the threads being tied! Back to Mandalay, the most
famous pagoda - the Mahamuni Pagoda and the world's largest book -
the Kuthodaw Pagoda. The climb of 1,729 steps to the Mandalay Hill will
reward you with a firm and sound sleep.
Day 4: Air Mandalay will take
you to Shan State - some call it "Switzerland of Myanmar". In a long-tailed
Sampa on the Inle Lake, rimmed by blue mountains, you will see that life
here still follows ancient, traditional patterns. Floating gardens, one
leg-rowers, villages on stilts and, all around, the Phaung Daw Oo
Pagoda, wonderful monasteries, and the reflection of the cotton wool
clouds - that's just magic.
Day 5: a visit of the Pindaya caves, hosting
more than 8,000 Buddhas will compensate you for the three and half
hour ride on a bumpy road! In the afternoon Air Mandalay will bring you
back to the 21st century.
Day 6: there is still enough to see, before you
are going back into the 21st century: Botataung and Sule Pagoda in the
hub of the city, the City Hall, designed by U Tin in 1925, the Strand Road
with the Moorish arched General Post Office and the red brick Customs
House and of course the sprawling Bogyoke Market.
HIGHLIGHTS
Visit the old city of Bagan with more than 2000 Buddhist temples,
pagodas and monasteries
Visit the most famous pagoda - the Mahamuni Pagoda and the world's
largest book - the Kuthodaw Pagoda
Visit Inle Lake and the local life there passing the floating farm and the
ruin pagodas on a boat tour
Rich in culture… nice places and
people… with Myanmar Specials, you get
what you really look for it
Accommodation: 5 nights
hotel from 2* to 5* depend
on your request
All entrance fees
Transport: private car with
A/c, wet wipe and mineral
water.
Domestic flights with Air
Bagan, Air Mandalay or
Yangon Airways
Guide: English speaking
local guide.
Meals: 5 breakfasts
Physical rating: **
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code: 2004
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MYANMAR
CHINA
Great experience with classic China trip including a lot of historic attractions to offer such as the
famous Forbidden City, the Great Wall and the Terracotta Army, thru Beijing to Shanghai.
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Accommodation:
Hotel (9nts)
Transport: private mini bus,
cycling, plane, boat
Guide: English speaking
local station guide
Meals: 8 breakfasts, 4
lunches, 1 picnic lunch
Physical rating: **
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code: 2101
CHINA
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CHINA
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CHINA CLASSIC
10 days 9 nights from Beijing, Xian, Guilin to Shanghai
Within 10 days travelling, get to learn Chinese history in Beijing and Xi’an, enjoy picturesque natural scenery in
Guilin and Yangshuo, and feel prosperous future of China in Shanghai.
ITINERARY… Day 1: landed Beijing, the Chinese capital, a bustling city teeming with people and sounds, a
fascinating city that is quickly modernizing but keeping some aspects of its glorious past, a good city to explore
on foot, tucking into hutongs, enjoying delicacies at a night food market or visiting some of the top tourist
attractions in Beijing. This day is free for relax after a long flight. Enjoy your leisure time in such a big city.
Day
2-3:
full day exploring Beijing inclusive Tiananmen Square, the largest city square in the world. It remains an
astounding place and a spot to linger and see visitors from all over China. Reach the Forbidden City, a Chinese
imperial palace from the Ming dynasty to the end of the Qing dynasty, now houses the Palace Museum. In the
afternoon, visiting the Temple of Heaven is regarded as a Taoist Temple although Chinese Heaven worship
pre-dates Taoism, a beautiful sight, a surrounded place by a vast public park popular with local residents
practicing tai chi in the mornings and on weekends. Next day, visiting the China Great Wall- Badaling section,
one of the most crowded place. The views of the Great Wall – the world’s longest outdoor museum – snaking
through the mountains are awesome. A spicy Sichuan cuisine lunch is served at a notable restaurant to recruit
your physical energy. In the afternoon, stroll across the Sacred Path and reach the Ming Tomb.
Day 4: visit the
Summer Palace, used as a summer residence by China’s imperial rulers, a retreat from the Forbidden City. The
gardens were substantially extended in 1750, reproducing the styles of various palaces and gardens from
around China. Fly to Xian, a capital of China and the start of the ancient Silk Road, to appreciate China’s long
history. Today's Xian is a world famous tourist city and an inexhaustible treasure house of cultural relics. Enjoy you
visit City Wall park, the most complete city wall to survive in the country, as well being one of the largest
ancient military defensive systems in the world.
Day 5: continue exploring another famous site: Terra Cotta
Warriors and Horses, the great archeological excavation of Qin, the grand mausoleum of the first emperor of
Qin and the warriors and horses buried in loess. In the afternoon, visit the landmark of this city- big Wild Goose
pagoda, the symbol of the old-line Xian, a well- preserved ancient building and a holy place for Buddhists.
Day 6: in the morning, visit the Shaanxi history museum, the biggest museums in China housing the cultural
heritage of Shaanxi Province and shows the development of the Chinese civilization. Then the Great Mosque, a
major spot for religious activities, holds characteristics of Chinese pavilions with painted beams and engraved
ridgepoles. Fly to Guilin to enjoy the top landscape of China. Rest of time is free at leisure.
Day 7: highlight
cruise excursion along the Li River will take you to Yangshuo, beautiful landscape alike limestone paradise.
Upon arrival, stroll along the west street, have a short cycling trip around the village (electric car instead) and
pay a visit to a villager’s home.
Day 8: whole day highlight excursion transfers you to visit the Reed Flute cave,
a brilliant cave, a spectacular world of various stalactites, stone pillars and rock formations created by carbon-
ate deposition. Elegant mountains and clear water. On the western bank of Li River, you can also Elephant
Trunk hill, why having this name? due to its shape, a huge elephant drinking water from the river with its trunk.
Next destination is to Shanghai by flight.
Day 9: full day visit city inclusive Shanghai museum, a collection of
cultural items including ancient Chinese bronze, ceramics, painting and calligraphy. The Yuyuan garden, a
famous classical garden, it's name means pleasing and satisfying that was built for Pan Yunduan's parents (a
government officer of the Ming Dynasty) as a place for them to enjoy a tranquil and happy time in their old
age. Continue visiting the Bund areas, a famous waterfront, regarded as the symbol of Shanghai for hundreds
of years, located on the west bank of Huangpu River and visiting local family.
Day 10: free time at leisure till
transfer to the airport for your departure flight to next destination.
HIGHLIGHTS
See the Great Wall at Badaling Section
Explore the Forbidden City in the center of Beijing & other famous places
Visit ancient Xian’s city
Marvel at The Terracotta Warriors - each with a different face
Experience the modern China in shinning Shanghai
Enjoy the stunning natural beauty of the Li River with a boat trip
On the way visiting Huangpu River, meet people there, have a pleasant interact.
Further information, visit: www.vietnamimpressive.com
CHINA
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Get a taste of China, benefit your time in Bejing, Xian, finishing
by exploring the scenery of the Guilin area.
Accommodation:
Hotel (10nts)
Transport: private mini bus,
plane, boat
Guide: English speaking
local station guide
Meals: 10 breakfasts
Physical rating: ***
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code: 2104
Further information, visit: www.vietnamimpressive.com
HIGHLIGHT OF CHINA
10 days 9 nights from Bejing, Xian, Shanghai, Guilin, Yangshuo, Longji, Hong Kong
Meaningful time to explore best sights of China, Beijing-the modern political capital, Xian-the ancient dynastic
capital, Shanghai-the commercial and major tourist sites.
ITINERARY… Day 1: landed Beijing, the Chinese capital, a bustling city teeming with people and sounds, a
fascinating city that is quickly modernizing but keeping some aspects of its glorious past, a good city to explore
on foot, tucking into hutongs, enjoying delicacies at a night food market or visiting some of the top tourist
attractions in Beijing. This day is free for relax after a long flight. Enjoy your leisure time in such a big city.
Day
2-3:
full day exploring Beijing inclusive Tiananmen Square, the largest city square in the world. It remains an
astounding place and a spot to linger and see visitors from all over China. Reach the Forbidden City, a Chinese
imperial palace from the Ming dynasty to the end of the Qing dynasty, now houses the Palace Museum. In the
afternoon, visiting the Temple of Heaven is regarded as a Taoist Temple although Chinese Heaven worship pre-
dates Taoism, a beautiful sight, a surrounded place by a vast public park popular with local residents practic-
ing tai chi in the mornings and on weekends. Next day, visiting the China Great Wall-Badaling section, one of
the most crowded place. The views of the Great Wall – the world’s longest outdoor museum – snaking through
the mountains are awesome. A spicy Sichuan cuisine lunch is served at a notable restaurant to recruit your
physical energy. In the afternoon, stroll across the Sacred Path and reach the Ming Tomb.
Day 4: visit the
Summer Palace, used as a summer residence by China’s imperial rulers, a retreat from the Forbidden City. The
gardens were substantially extended in 1750, reproducing the styles of various palaces and gardens from
around China. Fly to Xian, a capital of China and the start of the ancient Silk Road, to appreciate China’s long
history. Today's Xian is a world famous tourist city and an inexhaustible treasure house of cultural relics. Enjoy you
visit City Wall park, the most complete city wall to survive in the country, as well being one of the largest
ancient military defensive systems in the world.
Day 5: continue exploring another famous site: Terra Cotta
Warriors and Horses, the great archeological excavation of Qin, the grand mausoleum of the first emperor of
Qin and the warriors and horses buried in loess then fly to Shanghai.
Day 6-7: visit Shanghai Ocean Aquarium,
home to some 10,000 varieties of sea creatures, as well as the longest underwater tunnel in the world. Enjoy a
spectacular Chinese acrobatics show at the Shanghai Centre Theatre. Next morning is free at leisure then take
fly to Guilin. Transfer to your hotel, free time to enjoy atmosphere in such a nice place.
Day 8-9: cruise from
Guilin to Yangshuo, on the River Li, drink in Guilin`s justifiably famous limestone scenery, take time to enjoy
visiting Yangshuo.
Day 10: heading to the village of Longji, set around centuries old rice terraces for a small
taste of rural life in China.
Day 11: explore the pretty rice terraces then transfer back to Guilin`s airport and fly
fly onto Hong Kong airport. Take your transit flight back home.
HIGHLIGHTS
See the Great Wall at Badaling Section
Explore the Forbidden City in the center of Beijing & other famous places
Visit ancient Xian’s city
Marvel at The Terracotta Warriors - each with a different face
Experience the modern China in shinning Shanghai
Have great boat trip on the stunning natural beauty of the Li River
See a spectacular Chinese acrobatics show at the Shanghai Centre Theatre
Discover the beauty of Guilin, a bright pearl in China
Admire immortalized classical landscape paintings and poetry in Yangshuo
Comtemplate the terraced fields with the most fantastic scenery in Longji
CHINA
SOUTHEAST ASIA
VIETNAM & CAMBODIA ROUND TRIP
14 days 13 nights from Hanoi/Vietnam to PhnomPenh/Cambodia
Chance to discover Indochina’s heritage within 14 days with many
famous destinations, from Hanoi-colonial capital to Halong Bay-the
beautiful landscapes, Hoi An- the quiet peaceful place to busies places
of Saigon as well as the capital PhnomPenh to the fabled temples of
Angkor- the ancient capital of the Khmer empire in Cambodia.
ITINERARY… Day 1: landed Hanoi, a city between the rivers, built from
lowland, Hanoi has many scenic lakes and sometime is called "city of
lakes".. the capital of Vietnam for almost a thousand years, Hanoi is
considered to be the cultural centre of Vietnam, where every dynasty
has left behind their imprint. Even though some relics have not survived
through wars and time, the city still has many interesting cultural and
historic monuments for visitors and residents alike...
Day 2-3: set sails trip
to explore Halong Bay and one night on boat. Enjoying the bay away
from the day-trippers, relaxing on tanning deck, swimming in clear water,
tasting the fusion food.
Day 4: passing a full day exploring the city with
French architecture monuments: Temple of Literature-the 1rst university of
Vietnam, Impressive Ethnologic Museum-dedicated to Vietnam's 54
ethnic groups, beautiful West Lake, the History Museum and Ho Chi Minh
mausoleum if permits. Depart Hanoi for flight to Hoian.
Day 5-6: visit
ruined ancient Cham capital in My Son hollyland and a half day walking
on the ancient streets with houses in traditional architecture dating from
the 17th to the 19th century, reflects the influence of chinese, japanese,
portuguese, french and british traders. Today, Hoian ancient town is
known as a site of Silk road along the sea.
Day 7: leisure time in the
morning then fly to Saigon the largest city of Vietnam with the hustle and
bustle of Vietnamese life everywhere, and there is something invigorat-
ing about it all, a half day visiting the Thien Hau pagoda, Former Preside-
tial Palace, War Musem and Ben Thanh market.
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Accommodation:
Hotel (12 nts) , overnight on
junk (1 nt)
Transport: private mini bus,
plane, public bus.
Guide: English speaking local
station guide
Meals: 13 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1
dinner on junk
Physical rating: **
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code: 2301
Further information, visit: www.vietnamimpressive.com
Meaningful journey in 14 days from North to South of Vietnam then connecting to Siem Reap and
Phnom Penh of Cambodia. From culturally capital to majestic scenary on wonderful bay, quite beautiful
places to historic & majestic monuments of Angkor wat, Angkor Thom…
SOUTHEAST ASIA
Day 8: a day trip to My Tho-Mekong Delta is a must to not miss if you don’t have a long journey into Vietnam’s
rice bowl.
Day 9: take morning flight to Siem Reap then exploring Roluos Group monuments, dating from the
late ninth century, is the earliest site of the 600-year Angkor Period. The three temples belonging to this impor-
tant group have similarities of architecture, decoration materials and construction methods which combine
to reveal the beginning of "Classic Period of Khmer Art".
Day 10: some outlying sights including the Preah Dark
village, the intricately carved and well preserved temple of Banteay Srei and the Banteay Samre Temple, with
its impressive relieves depicting scenes of Vishunu as well as Krishna legends. You also visit fabulous Ta Prohm
embraced by the roots of enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers, Pre Rup, East Mebon, Chau Say Tevorda.
Day 11: travelling to South Gate of Angkor Thom, the famous Bayon, Baphoun, the Terrace of Temple,
Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King then visit the world wonder of Angkor Wat and sunset from Phnom
Bakheng Hill.
Day 12: on boat in Tonle Sap Lake, if available, enjoy a brief cruise past floating villages com-
plete with schools, restaurants, and hospitals. Continue to Phnom Penh, the heart city of Cambodia, by public
express bus.
Day 13: travel to north-west of Phnom Penh, to see a golden 'pagoda' topping the Phnom
Basset and The Great Buddha. Preah Aung Thom in an enormous, impressive lying Buddha, carved from the
granite rock, amended with cement, and recently painted. Continue to Udong stupas to visit the various
temples and the three large stupas where the ashes of three former kings are preserved.
Day 14: visit Royal
Palace of the Kingdom of Cambodia, built in 1866 by King, is now home of the King & Queen of Cambodia.
The Palace grounds are opened to the public except when the King is in residence. The architecturally
incongruous Napoleon III pavilion shipped and reassembled in Cambodia was a gift of the French Empress
Eugenie in the early 20th century. Rest of time for shopping, excursion at the Central Market and Toul
Tompong Market. Transfer to Phnom Penh airport for your departure flight back home.
HIGHLIGHTS
Discover Hanoi’s old quarter
Cruise around beautiful Halong Bay
Take a walking tour in Hoian
Visit ruined Cham capital in Myson
Get caught up in the bustle of Ho Chi Minh City
Take a river boat cruise on the Mekong Delta
Be impress by Angkor Wat monuments
Great boat trip on Tonle Sap lake
Be wowed by enormous lying budda in Preah Aung Thom
Explore the old town & Royal Palace in Phnom Penh
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Further information, visit: www.vietnamimpressive.com
Meaningful journey in 14 days from North to South of Vietnam then connecting to Siem Reap and
Phnom Penh of Cambodia. From culturally capital to majestic scenary on wonderful bay, quite beautiful
places to historic & majestic monuments of Angkor wat, Angkor Thom…
SOUTHEAST ASIA
VIETNAM & LAOs ROUNDTRIP
13 days 12 nights from Hanoi/Vietnam to Luang Prabang/Laos
From the hustle & bustle of Ho Chi Minh city to the colonial charm of
Hanoi, through imperial city of Hue, quite beautiful town Hoian, passing
an overnight cruise along emerald waters on Halong Bay. Chance to
discover an incredible food, lively locals, stunning scenery and cosmo-
politan cities of Vietnam. Continue trip to Lao, experience the best of
Lao culture, history and attractions in Vientiane & Luang Prabang just in
few days.
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TINERARY… Day 1: landed Saigon, the largest city of Vietnam with the
hustle and bustle of Vietnamese life everywhere, and there is something
invigorating about it all.
Day 2: half day experienced an underground
world of guerrilla warfare in the Cu Chi tunnels, rest of day for visiting the
Thien Hau pagoda, Former Presidetial Palace, War Musem and Ben
Thanh market.
Day 3-4: visit ruined ancient Cham capital in My Son
hollyland and a half day walking on the ancient streets with houses in
traditional architecture dating from the 17th to the 19th century, reflects
the influence of chinese, japanese, portuguese, french and british
traders. Today, Hoian ancient town is known as a site of Silk road along
the sea.
Day 5: as the former imperial capital of Vietnam, Hue holds the
treasures of Vietnam's royal past and is a curious mix of bustling streets
and tranquil settings, visit King’s tombs, imperial citadel, scenic boat trip
on Perfume river, taking overnight train to Hanoi.
Day 6: arrived early
morning to Hanoi, famous for its tranquil lake settings, French-colonial
architecture, ancient temples, delectable cuisine and as the resting
place of the revered former leader, Ho Chi Minh.
Day 7-8: one overnight
boat trip to Halong Bay, place of surreal beauty, with ethereal limestone
islands jutting out of jade waters and atmospheric caves and grottoes
carved out by time. Fly to Vientiane.
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Further information, visit: www.vietnamimpressive.com
Accommodation:
Hotel (10 nts) overnight on train
(1nt), overnight on junk (1 nt)
Transport: private mini bus,
plane, train.
Guide: English speaking local
station guide
Meals: 12 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1
dinner on junk
Physical rating: **
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code:
2302
A set package of 13 days to the fascinated country of Vietnam-country with a diverse range of culture,
history, natural wonder, excitement and outright indulgence and relaxation. Continue to Laos-the
charming country with warm, friendly people, see fabulous sights and taste mouth-watering local
cuisine…
SOUTHEAST ASIA
Day 9-10: as the most relaxed capital in South- East Asia, Vientiane is a
lovely mix of riverside calm, outstanding temples, fabulous food and
charming locals. Visiting place: wat Sisaket, wat Ho Prakeo, That Luang
Stupa, Patouxay, then fly to Luang Prabang. Nestled in the hills of north-
ern Laos, the tranquil city of Luang Prabang is studded with ornate
temples, brimming with colourful markets and enriched by French colo-
nial architecture.
Day 11: experienced to Pak Ou cave: filled with
hundreds of Buddha statues in a myriad of positions, Pak Ou Caves look
out onto the Mekong and are a fascinating sight to see.
Day 12:
discover Luang Prabang, surrounded by water and coloured by the
saffron robes of monks, Luang Prabang has been lovingly restored and
retains an old-world charm. Then go to Kuang Si waterfall, another
“must-see” attraction in Luang Prabang. The falls are truly spectacular
and the biggest waterfall in Luang Prabang.
Day 13: leisure time till
transfer to the airport for flight back home.
HIGHLIGHTS
Crawl through the Cu Chi Tunnels
Stroll the atmospheric streets of Hoi An
Admire ancient royal relics in Hue
Travel to Vietnam’s scenic Halong Bay
Wander through Hanoi's Old Quarter
Soak up the French-inspired culture in Vientiane
Take a dip beneath Kuang Si falls
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Further information, visit: www.vietnamimpressive.com
Accommodation:
Hotel (10 nts) overnight on train
(1nt), overnight on junk (1 nt)
Transport: private mini bus,
plane, train.
Guide: English speaking local
station guide
Meals: 12 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1
dinner on junk
Physical rating: **
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code: 2302
A set package of 13 days to the fascinated country of Vietnam-country with a diverse range of culture,
history, natural wonder, excitement and outright indulgence and relaxation. Continue to Laos-the
charming country with warm, friendly people, see fabulous sights and taste mouth-watering local
cuisine…
SOUTHEAST ASIA
VIETNAM & CHINA, HANOI - KUNMING OVERLAND
7 days 6 nights from Hanoi to Kunming
Northwest Vietnam is a captivating mix of dramatic mountainscapes,
crisp fresh air and colourfully-clothed hilltribes. Set on the slopes of a
beautiful emerald green valley, Sapa is the heart of this unique piece of
Vietnam. Travel to this peaceful land and meet resplendently dressed
ethnic minorities at the local market, visit neighbouring villages and hike
through iridescent rice terraces, witnessing how the current of life has
bubbled along here for centuries. Crossing border to Janshui then
Kunming, renowned as the 'City of Eternal Spring' due to its year-round
mild and pleasant spring-like climate.
ITINERARY… Day 1: overnight train experienced to Laocai/ Sapa. Day
2:
Sapa. A mountainous region home to colourful and welcoming
hilltribes, gorgeous stepped rice terraces and misty vistas sprinkled with
sunshine, Sapa will steal your breath away. Trek to Lao Chai and Ta Van
villages, home to Dzay and H’Mong minorities.
Day 3-4: crossing Hekou,
China border to Janshui, the cultural and economic center of southern
Yunnan, visit the Swallow Cave,the largest karst cave in Asia, confucius
temple, the third largest one on China mainland, Tuanshan village out of
Jianshui,local style architecture complex lies by water,the most famous
one is the Zhang’s Garden.
Day 5-6: visit the stone forest, a typical
geological phenomenon. Drive to Kunming, the capital city of south
China’s Yunnan province, it is entitled ”the Spring City” due to the mild
weather- the average temperature here is 18°C. See Green Lake park &
the Golden Temple, if possible.
Day 7: transfer to the airport for flight
back home.
HIGHLIGHTS
Wind through dramatic Sapa scenery
Meet the residents of Lao Chai, Ta Van village
Trek past a patchwork of rice terraces
See great architecture styles and relics of Yunnan province
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Accommodation:
Hotel (5 nts) overnight on train
(1nt),
Transport: private mini bus,
train.
Guide: English speaking local
station guide
Meals: 6 breakfasts
Physical rating: ***
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code: 2303
Experience the breathtaking natural scenery, historical attractions and rural lifestyles from
Laocai/Vietnam to Yannan/China. An excellent opportunity to mingle with locals, discover
incredible architecture styles and relics.
Further information, visit: www.vietnamimpressive.com
SOUTHEAST ASIA
CHINA TO VIETNAM TRAIN TOUR – UNIQUE EXPERIENCE!
15 days 14 nights from Bejing/ China to Hanoi then Saigon/ Vietnam
Travel to China and tour Beijing, visit the Great Wall of China, see the
Terracotta Warriors, travel from Xi'an to Nanning then overnight train
before arriving in Hanoi, Vietnam.
ITINERARY… Day 1: arrival Beijing, the political and cultural center of
China, pick up and heading out of the town. Visit some outlying sights
including Summer Palace and best preserved Royal Garden in the Qing
Dynasty in Northern China.
Day 2: exploring Beijing, a long, colorful
history and this rapidly modernizing city is an amazing whirl of ancient
sites, modern buildings, bicycles, people, shops and eateries. 1.5- 2 hours
enjoing the landscape of the building of China's Great Wall started in the
5th century BC with the aim of protecting China's northern borders from
invading Mongolian hordes, visit includes walk on the Sacred Way.
Day
3:
full day visit Beijing before an overnight train to Xian, place to visit
included of 20 mn walk thru Tian'anmen Square, 3 hours exploring Forbid-
den City, Temple of Heaven.
Day 4-5: arrival Xian in the morning, 1 hour
transfer to the city center. Xi'an and surounding has a fascinating history
and rich cultural sites to discover such as: Terracotta Warriors, Buddhism
Temple, Great Mosque. Drive to station for overnight train to Nanning.
Day 6: on train. Day 7: early morning arrival Nanning, meet local guide
to collect train ticket, own arrange transfer to Pinxiang for connecting
overnight train journey to Hanoi, Vietnam.
Day 8: arrival Hanoi in the
morning, full day exploring the city, famous for its tranquil lake settings,
French-colonial architecture, ancient temples. Sightseeing places
inclusive: Temple of Literature, Ethnologic Museum, West Lake, Hoan
Kiem lake, History Museum. In the evening, we enjoy a performance of
the unique Water Puppets.
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Train journey to get the complete experience of modern, rural and cultural China to Vietnam.
Accommodation:
Hotel (8 nts) overnight on train
(5nts), overnight on junk (1nt)
Transport: private mini bus,
train.
Guide: English speaking local
station guide
Meals: 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1
dinner
Physical rating: ***
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code: 2307
Further information, visit: www.vietnamimpressive.com
SOUTHEAST ASIA
Day 9 - 10: set sails for one overnight on junk to discover Halong Bay, a
place of surreal beauty, with ethereal limestone islands jutting out of jade
waters and atmospheric caves and grottoes carved out by time. Over-
night train journey Hanoi-Danang.
Day 11 - 12: arrive Danang, Cham
sculptures museum with its collection of relics from the Cham Kingdom
and Marble Mountain. Drive to Hoian, a walking visit on the ancient
streets with houses in traditional architecture dating from the 17th to the
19th century, reflects the influence of chinese, japanese, portuguese,
french and british traders. Today, Hoian ancient town is known as a site of
Silk road along the sea. Next day, visit ruined ancient Cham capital in My
Son hollyland before an overnight train to Saigon, departing in early PM
from Danang station.
Day 13: early morning arrival Saigon, refresh and
full day exploring the bustle city inclusive sightseeing places: Thien Hau
pagoda, Notre Dame cathedral, former post office, former Presidential
Palace, War Museum, China town with Ben Thanh market.
Day 14: a full
day to Cai Be/Mekong Delta, the lifeblood of South-East Asia, and this
fertile region within Vietnam is a maze of canals brimming with life,
markets and tropical foods.
Day 15: leisure time then transfer to the
airport for flight back home.
HIGHLIGHTS
Walk on the Sacred Way
Explore China's Great Wall
See the fearsome Terracotta Warriors
Discover the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square
Visit hidden Hanoi attractions
Experience the magic of Halong Bay
Stroll the atmospheric streets of Hoi An
Visit Cai Be, Mekong Delta Day Trip
Explore the bustle of Ho Chi Minh City
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Accommodation:
Hotel (8 nts) overnight on train
(5nts), overnight on junk (1nt)
Transport: private mini bus,
train.
Guide: English speaking local
station guide
Meals: 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1
dinner
Physical rating: ***
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code: 2307
Further information, visit: www.vietnamimpressive.com
Train journey to get the complete experience of modern, rural and cultural China to Vietnam.
SOUTHEAST ASIA
GRAND INDOCHINA WITH THAILAND STOPOVER
15 days 14 nights trip to Lao, Vietnam & Cambodia transit via
Thailand
Travel into the heart and soul of Indochina on this comprehensive
tour of Lao, Vietnam and Cambodia. Explore Luang Prabang,
Vientiane then Hanoi, cruise on Halong Bay, Hue, Hoian and visit
marvel at Angkor Wat.
ITINERARY… Day 1: arrival Bangkok from international flight, free
time at leisure.
Day 2-3: morning flight to the tranquil city of
Luang Prabang, studded with ornate temples, brimming with
colourful markets and enriched by French colonial architecture.
Visit places inclusive: Wat Visoun, Wat Aham, Wat Mai; we then
climb up to the top of Phousi Mount for an enjoyable exploration
of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a beautiful sunset view of
the city and the Mekong River. Next day, visit Wat Sene and the
magnificent Wat Xiengthong, The National Museum at the former
Royal Palace then a river boat cruise on the Mekong river to Pak
Ou caves, crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha
statues of various shapes and sizes.
Day 4: participate in the daily
early morning ritual of saffron-clad monks with their black Alms-
giving bowls being given offerings from the local people, includ-
ing the ubiquitous sticky rice. Laos is also known for its traditional
crafts, you will visit local village of Lao ethnic minority groups at
Ban Ouay and Ban Thapene drive to the beautiful Khouangsi
Waterfall. Continue to Ban Phanom, a well known weaving
village, return to the city to transfer to airport, fly to Vientiane.
Day 5: full day visit Vientiane, a lovely mix of riverside calm,
outstanding temples, fabulous food and charming locals, visiting
places: Wat Sisaket, temple of Wat Prakeo, That Luang Stupa, the
imposing Patuxay Monument & shopping at Morning Market to
buy souvenir from Laos before transfer to airport for your flight to
Hanoi.
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Accommodation:
Hotel (12 nts) overnight on train
(1nt), overnight on junk (1nt)
Transport: private mini bus,
plane, train.
Guide: English speaking local
station guide
Meals: 14 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1
dinner
Physical rating: ***
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code: 2304
A wonderful insight into Grand Indochina during this incredible adventure trip through the best of
Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia.
Further information, visit: www.vietnamimpressive.com
SOUTHEAST ASIA
Day 6-7: set sails trip with one overnight on junk in Halong Bay, a place
of surreal beauty, with ethereal limestone islands jutting out of jade
waters and atmospheric caves and grottoes carved out by time.
Day 8:
full day exploring the city, famous for its tranquil lake settings, French-
colonial architecture, ancient temples. Sightseeing places inclusive:
Temple of Literature, Ethnologic Museum, West Lake, Hoan Kiem lake,
History Museum and Ho Chi Minh complex monuments if time permits.
Transfer to station for overnight train to Hue.
Day 9: as the former impe-
rial capital of Vietnam, Hue holds the treasures of Vietnam's royal past
and is a curious mix of bustling streets and tranquil settings, visit King’s
tombs, imperial citadel, scenic boat trip on Perfume river.
Day 10: drive
to Danang via Hai Van pass, explore Danang city inclusive: Cham
sculptures museum with its collection of relics from the Cham Kingdom
and Marble Mountain.
Day 11: a walking visit on the ancient streets with
houses in traditional architecture dating from the 17th to the 19th
century, reflects the influence of chinese, japanese, portuguese, french
and british traders. Today, Hoian ancient town is known as a site of Silk
road along the sea.
Day 12: fly Danang to Siem Reap, a little town with
a big, pulsating heart of Cambodia. Free time at leisure.
Day 13: full day
exploring the Angkor Thom & Angkor Ruins, temples of Ta Prohm, Ta Keo,
Chau Saytevada, Thommnoun, Bontey Kdei, Preh Khan, Neak Poan, Sras
Srang and Kravann.
Day 14: on boat trip in Tonle Sap Lake, if available,
enjoy a brief cruise past floating villages complete with schools, restau-
rants, and hospitals. In the afternoon, visiting immense, awe-inspiring,
extraordinary- the Angkor Wat temples.
Day 15: leisure time till transfer to
the airport for flight back home.
HIGHLIGHTS
Unearth hidden treasures in Luang Prabang
Settle in to the pace of chilled out Vientiane
Soak up the atmosphere of Hanoi
Cruise Halong Bay on a junk
Visit Hue and discover imperial relics
Chill out in charming Hoi An
See the incredible temples of Angkor Wat
Take a riverboat along the Tonle Sap lake, visiting floating villages
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Further information, visit: www.vietnamimpressive.com
A wonderful insight into Grand Indochina during this incredible adventure trip through the best of
Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia.
SOUTHEAST ASIA
Accommodation:
Hotel (12 nts) overnight on train
(1nt), overnight on junk (1nt)
Transport: private mini bus,
plane, train.
Guide: English speaking local
station guide
Meals: 14 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1
dinner
Physical rating: ***
Cultural rating: ***
Departs: everyday
Trip code: 2304
38c, 209 Alley, Doi Can str, Ba Dinh dist, Hanoi
Tel: +84 4 3 9747 543
Fax:+84 4 3 9747 544
Email: info@vietnamimpressive.com