ASIA 2012

Travel Plans - ASIA 

SUMMER 2012

I have been down to Bristol this weekend to see ellie wright whom i am going travelling with. We  had a meeting with a consultant, which was helpful yet wasn't pleasant hearing all the horrid things that will happen if we get rabies etc. Nevertheless we are buzzing for our trips and its got me really excited  but i have two months till i go. This time will surely fly by without a doubt ....i hope!!


Below is a the itinerary we have planned. We are going to be blogging as much as we can about our experiences out when we are in a place that is going to be totally alien to the both of us.

Highlights

Thriving Hanoi and Bangkok, sail a junk through Halong Bay, citadels and pagodas, Hoi An's shops, wartime tunnels, sip coffee in Saigon, journey the Mekong Delta, colonial Phnom Penh, sunrise over amazing Angkor.

Description

A wide-ranging adventure showcasing the region’s natural wonders and fascinating cultures. This 17-day trip offers a combination of guided excursions and free time to explore beaches and ruins, urban culture and awe-inspiring landscapes. Cruise the Mekong overnight on a traditional sailing junk in Halong Bay. Witness the heights of Cambodia's past at Angkor Wat and contemplate its lows walking the infamous Killing Fields. Although many activities are included, there is still plenty of time to explore on your own and create the ultimate adventure.

Essential Vietnam & Cambodia

Day 1 Hanoi

Arrive at any time.

Days 2-3 Halong Bay/Hanoi

Halong Bay cruise, cave visit and island lookout. Seafood lunch and dinner. Overnight train to Hue on Day 3.

Day 4 Hue

Guided tour of Imperial Citadel, Royal Tomb and Tien Mu Pagoda. Optional countryside motorbike tour.

Days 5-7 Hoi An 

Hai Van Pass. Optional cooking school, riverboat trip, bike riding, beach, visit the tailors or My Son ruins.

Days 8-9 Ho Chi Minh City 

Flight from Da Nang (Hoi An) to HCMC on Day 8. Guided tour of Cu Chi tunnels. Option to visit War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace, Ben Thanh Market.

Please Note: the January 24th and 26th departures will be taking an overnight train on Day 8 from Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 10 Mekong Delta Day Trip 

Guided day trip to Mekong Delta, boat cruise and visit to traditional candy factories.

Days 11-12 Phnom Penh 

Travel from HCMC–Phnom Penh on Day 11. Guided tour of Tuol Sleng Prison and Choeung Ek (Killing Fields). Cyclo tour of the colonial district. Option to visit National Museum and Royal Palace, shop at Central or Russian Market.

Days 13-15 Siem Reap 

Guided tour of Angkor Wat temple complex. Optional visit to Tonle Sap floating village, Angkor National Museum.

Day 16 Bangkok

Travel Day. Border crossing into Thailand.

Day 17 Bangkok 

Depart at any time.