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Day 1 - Tuesday
Bangkok
Meeting at the international airport with the Ofakim representative and transfer to the hotel.
In the evening, we can go out with the guide for a tour of the city’s entertainment centers. |
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Day 2 - Wednesday
Bangkok, Hanoi
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Hanoi.
We land at Noi Bai International Airport.
Transfer to the hotel.
Dinner. |
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Day 3 - Thursday
Hanoi
In the morning we will go to Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum.
We will then go to the One Pillar Pagoda and to the Confucian Temple of Literature, site of the oldest university in Vietnam and the place that is considered to be origin of Vietnamese education and learning.
We will go to the War Museum where we will find authentic depictions of the terrible Vietnam War.
Back to the hotel.
Dinner. |
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Day 4 - Friday
Hanoi, Halong Bay
After breakfast, we will drive in the direction of Halong Bay. The name means ‘the bay of the descending dragon’.
We will take a boat trip among the spectacular limestone rock formations that rise out of the waters. We will see caves and grottos that were created by the forces of nature such as Thien Cung and Dau Go.
We will also go to a stalactite and stalagmite cave on one of the islands.
Lunch on the boat.
Transfer to the hotel. |
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Day 5 - Saturday
Halong Bay, Hue
After breakfast, transfer to the airport in Hanoi for the flight to Hue, the imperial capital of Vietnam at the time of the Nguyen dynasty in the 19th and 20th centuries.
We will tour the historical capital and the ruins of its Purple Forbidden City.
We will also go to the Imperial fortress, Thien Mu Pagoda and Dong Ba Market.
Overnight in Hue. |
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Day 6-7 - Sunday-Monday
Hue, Danang, Hoi An
Today we leave Hue and head for Lang Ko Beach, a famous holiday resort.
We will take the winding road up to Hai Van Pass and on towards Chang.
Upon arrival in Danang, we will go to the amazing Cham Museum and the Marble Mountains, used as a hideout by the Vietcong.
We will continue on to Hoi An and visit its old city on the banks of the Thu Bon River. There, we will feel as if we’ve gone back in time... we will go to the Chinese quarter, the Temple dedicated to the sea goddess, the Japanese bridge and the City Museum.
We will also wander the city’s streets and go to some traditional handicraft factories. |
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Day 8 - Tuesday
Danang, Saigon
We will conclude our visit of this beautiful coastal strip in central Vietnam today.
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Saigon.
Transfer to the hotel.
After freshening up, we will go for a walking tour with our guide. |
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Day 9 - Wednesday
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Saigon was Vietnam’s capital until 1975 when the north Vietnamese army defeated the south Vietnamese army and united the country. The city was later renamed Ho Chi Minh City after the leader of the revolution. Ho Chi Minh City is a colorful, picturesque city full of temples, monasteries, busy markets, rickshaws and bicycle.
This morning, we will have a guided tour of this lively, bustling city, a special and very intriguing example of the mixture of French and Eastern culture.
We will go to the War Remnants Museum, Reunification Hall and Notre Dame Cathedral.
When we finish our tour, free time to wander around. Dinner at Bin Quai village where we will witness a Vietnamese wedding ceremony. |
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Day 10 - Thursday
Tay Ninh, Cu Chi Tunnels
We will start out today with a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels used by the Vietcong during the Vietnam War.
We will then go and see the Tay Ninh Temple, the main center of Cao Daiism, a religion unique to Vietnam.
After lunch we will return to the hotel. |
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Day 11 - Friday
Saigon, My Tho, Can Tho
After breakfast, we will go to My Tho.
On the way, we will stop at the fascinating Vinh Trang Pagoda.
At My Tho, we will take a boat trip along the Tien River to Thoi Son Island where we will see fantastic orchid gardens and might be able to taste some delicious coconut milk. From there, we continue to Can Tho.
Transfer to the hotel.
Dinner. |
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Day 12 - Saturday
Can Tho, Chau Doc
Today we will continue to tour around the Mekong Delta area.
We will take a boat trip to the most famous floating market of this part of the country.
On the way, we will see the local people whose lives are led within and around this great river and absorb the unique atmosphere.
At the end of the day, we arrive at our hotel in Chau Doc. |
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Day 13 - Sunday
Chau Doc, Phnom Penh
Today we will take a boat to Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia.
There, we will go to the National Museum, the Silver Pagoda and Wat Phnom, the Temple after which the town is named.
Dinner. |
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Day 14 - Monday
Phnom Penh, Siem Reap
Morning free in Phnom Penh.
Around midday we will fly to Siam Reap.
Transfer to the hotel.
Those who want to can take a (paid) boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake to see the inhabitants of the lake’s floating villages going about their daily lives.
Dinner.
In the evening we will go to a performance of traditional Khmer dancing. |
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Day 15 - Tuesday
Siem Rap, Angkor Wat, Bangkok
Today we will go to see the jewel in the crown: the highlight that many consider to be one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Angkor Wat. This amazing archaeological site is impressive and overwhelming for its sheer size and for the power that it reflects, that of the ancient Cambodian kingdom. The king’s vast, powerful armies emerged from here to conquer and returned victorious and loaded with the booty they had plundered from their enemies. The vast riches they brought with them were used to fund the building of hundreds of Khmer style stone monuments and temples in quantities unseen even before by Western eyes until the site was discovered by French archaeologist Henri Mouhot in 1861.
Our tour there will take us along fascinating paths, a once-in-a-lifetime experience that leaves a lasting impression, and temples that ’disappeared’ in the jungle.
We will also go to the temples of Angkor Thom and see the twin terraces of the Leper King and of the Elephant and the Bayan Temple.
Lunch.
In the evening, transfer to the airport for the flight to Bangkok, Thailand’s eternal capital.
Transfer to the hotel. |
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Day 16 - Wednesday
Bangkok, Home
Time to make the most of the last few hours before the flight home.
Transfer to the airport for the flight back home.
End of a memorable trip to the enchanting Far East.
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Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, Danang, Hoi An, Saigon, Cu Chi Tunnels, My Tho, Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Angkor Wat, Bangkok
Guided tours in:
- Hanoi, Halong Bay, Siem Reap, Angkor Wat.
Special visits:
- Hanoi: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Confucian Temple of Literature.
- Halong Bay: Boat trip.
- Hue: Ruins of the Purple Forbidden City, Imperial Fortress,
- Boat trip on the Perfume River.
- Danang: Marble Mountains.
- Hoi An: Temple dedicated to the sea goddess, Japanese bridge, City Museum.
- Saigon: Co Chi Tunnels, Cao Dai Temple, War Remnants Museum.
- My Tho: Boat trip on Tien River, Vinh Trang Pagoda.
Siem Reap: Angkor Wat Temple Complex.
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Domestic flights abroad |
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Hotels: First class and good tourist class. Double rooms with adjoining bathrooms. |
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Meals: Full breakfast throughout the tour and an extra 14 main meals. |
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Air-conditioned bus for all touring and transfers |
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Experienced, professional guide |
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Visa: Please check with your travel agent |
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Visits: Entrance fees included as per the itinerary |
The price also includes: local airport
taxes, fuel tax as per 6/1/07, tips for
services rendered. The price does not
include: international air, optional
tours, travel insurance. We recommend
that you read the chapter at the end of
the brochure devoted to general
information and general terms. |
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| TOUR CODE: OVP |
Arrival date to
destination |
Land only - per person in USD |
| 2007 |
| Oct 16, 30 |
$1,890 |
| Nov 13, 27 |
$2,180 |
| Dec *5, 18 |
$2,300 |
| 2008 |
| Jan 8, 22 |
$2,300 |
| Feb 12, 26 |
$2,100 |
| Mar 11 |
$2,100 |
| Oct 7, 21 |
$1,930 |
| Nov 11, 25 |
$2,220 |
| Dec 2, 16 |
$2,340 |
| 2009 |
| Jan 6, 20 |
$2,340 |
| Feb 10, 24 |
$2,220 |
| Mar 3, 17 |
$2,220 |
| *14 days (without Bankok nights) |
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