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 AMI-INDOCHINA01 - 9D - Mighty Mekong to Amazing Angkor

Mighty Mekong to Amazing Angkor - A 9 day tour that follows this impressive river upstream to one of Man's most amazing architectural achievements.

Day 1: Arrive Saigon. ( Meals: D)
 

Pick up and transfer to Hotel.
In the evening, short city walking tour and dinner.
Overnight in Saigon.


Day 2: Saigon – City tour: (Meals: B,L,D)
 

Presidential Palace - Ho Chi Minh City Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) is Vietnam's largest city and is the powerhouse driving the country's rapid economic development. Being the centre for trade in Vietnam, Saigon fairly hums with energy from dawn to dusk, and life in the second city is fast-paced, dynamic, cosmopolitan and exciting. City tour sightseeing the Main Post Office, Notre Dame Cathedral, Presidential Palace, War Remnant Museum, the city Hall.
In the afternoon, vVisit the bustling Cho Lon Market and a hidden Chinese pagoda.
Overnight in Saigon.


Day 3: Sai Gon – Cu Chi: (Meals: B,L,D)
 

Cu chi tunnels tour Morning trip to Cu Chi Tunnels. See what life was like for the guerrilla warriors who lived and fought underground during the American War when you crawl through 50m of the 200km tunnel complex below Cu Chi. Visit a rice paper workshop, see the rice paddy fields that stretch as the eye can see and enjoy the beautiful scenery in this part of the world.
Price does not include fee for firing weapons at the shooting range.
Lunch on the way or back to Saigon for late lunch.
After rest, a short city walking tour and dinner on cruise on Saigon River.
Overnight in Saigon.


Day 4: Saigon – Cai Be- Can Tho: (Meals: B,L,D)
 

Floating markets in mekong delta From Saigon we pass TanAn to My Tho for visiting a snake farm. To CaiBe for the Floating Market. Stop on the way for some sightseeing. Lunch at fruit garden.
Boat trip to Binh Hoa Phuoc island in Cai Be. Small boat along the canal, to see the day life of southern people.
Car pick up in Vinh Long, another side of Tien River.
Overnight in Can Tho.


Day 5: Can Tho - Chau Doc (Meals: B, L, D)
 

chau doc tour Early morning boat trip to Cai Rang & Phong Dien floating markets, quiet canal cruise, country lane walk meet the locals. Drive to Chau Doc, cruise through the amazing riverside market, floating fish farm village, ethnic Cham village, the famous Lady Chua Xu Temple and walk to the sacred Sam Mountain with its panoramic view over the vast plains into Cambodia.
Overnight in Chau Doc.


Day 6: Chau Doc - Phnom Penh (Meals: B, L, D)
 

Phnompenh tour - Cambodia Boat cruise to Phnom Penh.
Upon arrive Phnom Penh, you will meet tour guide and transfer to local restaurant for lunch and then check in at hotel. Afternoon, Visit the Royal Palace, built by King Norodom in 1866 on the site of the old town, and the Silver Pagoda. Located within the grounds of the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda is so named because of its floor, which is made up of 5000 silver tiles. The treasures found inside include a solid gold Buddha encrusted and weighing 90 kilograms and a small 17th century emerald and baccarat crystal Buddha. Next visit the National Museum, also called Musee des Beaux-Arts. A French archaeologist and painter, Georges Groslier, designed it in Khmer style in 1917. The museum contains a collection of Khmer art - notably sculptures - from throughout the ages. Then visit Toul Sleng Museum of Genocide.
Dinner will be at local restaurant & overnight in Phnom Penh.


Day 7: Phnom Penh - Siem Reap (Meals: B,L,D)
 

Phnompenh - Siem Reap Breakfast at hotel.
Early morning express boat to Siem Reap. After lunch visit to the ancient royal capital of Angkor Thom, the South Gate (with its huge statues depicting the churning of the ocean of milk), the ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th century), Bayon Temple (unique for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara), the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephants Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King.
Dinner at local restaurant with traditional Apsara dance show & overnight in Siem Reap.
Remark: The boat schedule is subject to change without prior notice and express boat can operate during high level water.


Day 8: Siem Reap - Banteay Srey: (Meals: B,L,D)
 

Angkor Wat in Cambodia Breakfast at hotel.
Morning trip to visit Banteay Srei, the exquisite ‘Women’s Citadel’. Located 32 kames from Siem Reap town, this was Cambodia’s last major Khmer temple to be re-discovered and then visit the fabulous Ta Prohm Temple which is embraced by the roots of enormous fig trees. Lunch will be at local restaurant. After noon, proceed to visit the 7th World heritage wonder, Angkor Wat. The temple complex covers 81 hectares and is comparable in size to the Imperial Palace in Beijing. Its distinctive five towers are emblazoned on the Cambodian flag and the 12th century masterpiece is considered by art historians to be the prime example of classical Khmer art and architecture.
Angkor Wat’s five towers symbolize Meru’s five peaks - the enclosed wall represents the mountains at the edge of the world and the surrounding moat, the ocean beyond. Evening enjoy sunset view on the top of Phnom Bakheng.
Overnight in Siem Reap.


Day 9: Depart Siem Reap (Meals: B,L)
 

Breakfast at hotel then Visit Les Artisans D’ Angkor and see their stone and wood carving workshops where the artisans are taught to use traditional Khmer techniques. Next visit the Old Market where you can see the fresh local produce being sold as well as browse the souvenir stalls. Then transfer to airport for departure back.



Included:
-  Sharing twin or double room
-  Private transfer, van 16 seats
-  English speaking guide
-  All entrance fees as mentioned
-  Meals as indicated
-  Boat trip in Ben Tre - Can Tho - Chau Doc
-  Boat trip in Cai Be - Can Tho - Chau Doc
-  Boat ticket Chau Doc – Phnom Penh
-  Boat ticket from PNH – REP
-  Local VAT tax

Excluded:
-  Insurance
-  International flights
-  Visa & Immigration Stamp
-  Other meals & drinks
-  Other fees as not mentioned above
-  Personal expenses as tip, laundry, tel, …


QUOTATION PER PERSON IN USD:
- Valid until 31 December, 2011.
- Not applied on National Holidays, Christmas and New Year.


Group size 2 pax 4 pax 6 pax 8 pax SS
Price per person (3 Star) 1112 893 801 761 270
Price per person (4 Star) 1307 1089 996 956 399


Hotels:

Destination 3 Star Hotel Website 4 Star Hotel Website
Sai Gon Lavender www.lavenderhotel.com.vn Liberty Central www.libertyhotels.com.vn
Can Tho Saigon Can Tho www.saigoncantho.com.vn Golf 4 www.vinagolf.vn
Chau Doc Chau Pho 2* www.chauphohotel.com Victoria 4* www.victoriahotels-asia.com
Boat Hang Chau Blue cruiser
Phnom Penh Cara Angkor www.hotelcara.com Sunway 4* www.sunway.com.kh
Siem Reap Angkor Home www.angkorhomehotel.com Tara Angkor 4* www.taraangkorhotel.com


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