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PROPOSAL : UPSTREAM MEKONG RIVER - SAIGON to SIEMREAP

DEPARTURE : 01 January 2014 – 30 April 2014

NUMBER OF PAX : TBA

PREPARED FOR : TBA

Vietnam is now firmly on the world stage, but only since the

early 1990’s travellers started arriving. Today visitors from all

over the world have the opportunity to discover the beauty of

Vietnam. Brilliant green rice fields, bustling city streets, grand

colonial buildings, colourful markets, temples and pagodas,

deserted sandy beaches, glorious mountain scenery, colourful

ethnic minorities, delicious cuisine, luxurious hotels and resorts,

THIS IS VIETNAM TODAY.

The country is divided into three distinct regions, the south, the

centre and the north. The northern capital Hanoi, is the seat of

government and home of the revered Ho Chi Minh. This is the

artistic and cultural heart of the country, with Hoan Kiem lake

at the centre. In the Old Quarter, at the Temple of Literature, in

the colonial buildings and the museums the past comes to life.

Saigon is the commercial powerhouse of the country, with

international hotels, shiney malls, old markets, museums, China

Town and café life. The city is truly multi-cultural.

There are Seven World Heritage sites in Vietnam declared by

UNESCO in 2011. The spectacular natural wonder of Ha Long Bay (1994), the Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park

(2003), the central sector of the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long - Hanoi (2010), Citadel of the Ho Dynasty (2011),

Complex of Hué Monuments (1993), Hoi An Ancient Town (1999), My Son Sanctuary (1999). Vietnam offers the

ultimate in adventure and luxury travel

VIETNAM DESTINATION

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Day 1: HO CHI MINH CITY ARRIVAL (-/-/-)

Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City, our guide and driver will welcome you and drive you to your hotel for check in. Free

time in the evening.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

Day 2: HO CHI MINH CITY FULLDAY CITY TOUR (B/-/-)

After breakfast, you will be picked up to start the Ho Chi Minh City Tour. The city, is the dynamic commercial center

of Vietnam. Despite the hustle and bustle, the city retains its connections to the past. Embark on a walking tour to

see Saigon’s historic landmarks. A stroll down Rue Catinat (of Graham Greene's 'The Quiet American') will reveal

more colonial classics; the Opera House, a three-story classical theatre (outside visit); the former Hotel de ville

constructed in 1901, now The People's Committee building with no public access; the Notre Dame Cathedral, a

stunningly massive red-brick edifice with twin spires(open only 3-4pm everyday otherwise just outside visit); the

Central Post Office influenced by Renaissance architecture; and the former Presidential Palace, headquarters of the

Saigon Government during past conflicts. Drive 6km to another area of the city to visit Thien Hau temple built by

the Cantonese congregation in the early 19th century. It is to honor the goddess of the sea and protector of

fishermen. The temple’s interior courtyard is worth seeing with beautiful ceramic figurines and antiques shrouded

in incense-smoke. It is always bustling here with worshippers from the local Chinese community. You may have the

chance to write out your wishes on a small red note and pray for your wishes to come true.

Continue to visit Binh Tay market, the biggest one in Viet Nam, built in the early 20th century.

Return to your hotel and relax.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

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Day 3: CU CHI TUNNEL (B/-/-)

Enjoy a 2-hour-drive north west of Saigon to Cu Chi tunnels, through urbanized areas and a typically lush southern

Vietnamese countryside. The tunnel complex was dug in 1948 for the guerrillas to hide from French air and ground

sweeps. It also served as communication routes and for food and weapon caches as well as hospitals and living

quarters for guerrilla fighters throughout the past conflicts. Visit the underground villages to better understand the

tunnels’ history, life in the tunnels and the Vietnamese’s resilience during the combats.

Back to your hotel and free time at leisure.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

Day 4: HO CHI MINH CITY – CAI BE – VINH LONG - CAN THO (B/L/-)

Only 2.5 hours away from Ho Chi Minh City, the beautiful countryside with the hospitable people of the delta

region. Board our traditional boat at the local pier and start cruising around the floating market while sampling

tropical fresh fruits. You will be surprised by the way the locals trade and advertise their products. Disembark the

boat temporarily to explore more local life by visiting the town’s businesses and craft factories before departing to

an ancient house where a home hosted lunch with Mekong’s specialties awaits. After lunch, enjoy a short sampan

ride before we continue to cruise upstream on the Mighty Mekong towards Vinh Long. Along the way, visit to a

beautiful orchard with several kinds of tropical fruits. You will hear the Vietnamese traditional melodies of “Vong

Co” before leaving for the mainland where your car will be waiting to take you to Can Tho City – the biggest center

in the delta.

Free time at leisure in the evening in Can Tho. Overnight in Can Tho

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Day 5: CAN THO – CHAU DOC (B/-/-)

Breakfast at hotel, take a boat trip to see Cai Rang floating market and learn how to make local products such as

rice noodles, then take a slow boat trip along the small beautiful canals and, stop to visit the vegetable garden.

Then, you will get transferred to Chau Doc. In the late afternoon, you will drive 30 Km from Chau Doc to Tra Su

Cajuput forest. You will take a boat trip through Tra Su cajuput forest renowned for not only its almost-untouched

natural beauty but also its sanctuary of flora and fauna. Back to Chau Doc to visit attractions such as: Chua Xu

Temple, Thoai Ngoc Hau Tomb, fishing farm and Cham village – Cham is one of ethnic minorities of Vietnam to see

the local life in the Mekong Delta.

Overnight in Chau Doc

Day 6: CHAU DOC – PHNOMPENH (B/-/-)

After breakfast, embark on a speedboat to Phnompenh.

Cambodia Capital city tour and visit the National Museum, the Silver Pagoda, the Royal Palace and Wat Phnom hill.

Overnight in Phnompenh

Day 7: PHNOMPENH - SIEMREAP (B/-/-)

After breakfast, visit the Toul Sleng Museum of Genocidal Crimes, and the Cheung Ek.

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In the afternoon, take your flight to Siem Reap and then drive to Tonle Sap Lake, South East Asia’s largest

freshwater lake. Embark on a boat trip and visit the Chong Kneah village to see some floating houses, farms and

even a floating hospital.

Overnight in Siem Reap.

Day 8: SIEMREAP (B/-/-)

After breakfast, explore the South Gate of the Great City of Angkor Thom, the famous Bayon temple, the Baphoun,

the Terrace of Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King. Afterwards, visit the fabulous Ta Prohm Temple, embraced

by the roots of enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers.

In the afternoon, visit the magnificent 12th century Angkor Wat temple. The day ends with a spectacular sunset at

Phnom Bakheng.

Overnight in Siem Reap.

Day 9: SIEMREAP – HO CHI MINH - DEPARTURE (B/-/-)

Transfer by air conditioned vehicle to the airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City where you will connect with

your onward flight.

“where journeys begin”

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TOUR COST : NET PRICE IN USD

Valid 01 Jan 14 – 30 Apr 14

Categories/ Group size 1 pax 2 pax 3-4 pax 5-6 pax 7-10pax Single Supplement

Standard Category 1,544.00 869.00 741.00 599.00 581.00 177.00

Superior Category 1,970.00 1,073.00 945.00 803.00 786.00 413.00

Deluxe Category 2,638.00 1,4231.00 1,295.00 1,153.00 1,135.00 775.00

All rates are net, quoted per person in U.S.$ in half twin room. Please add the single supplement if you book a

single room (Except on 1 Pax).

Surcharge 50 USD per group per day for any booking falling on 30th,, 31st January, 01st ,02nd February 2014 (Lunar

New Year in Vietnam)

FLIGHTS: Flight timetable to be advised upon your group’s trip.

ITINERARY CLASS TIMETABLE NET PRICE PER

PERSON

Phnompenh – SiemReap (PNH-REP) Economy TBA (in the evening of day 5) USD 105.00

SiemReap – Ho Chi Minh City (REP-SGN) Economy TBA (in the morning of day 10) USD 178.00

LIST OF HOTEL USAGES:

Standard Category Superior Category Delxue Category

HO CHI MINH CITY

Elios Hotel

Superior

233 Pham Ngu Lao, District 1

Tel: 084838385584

Web: www.elioshotel.vn

CAN THO

Kim Tho Hotel

Superior City View

Add: 1A Ngo Gia Tu, Ninh Kieu

Tel: 0847102227979

HO CHI MINH CITY

Eden Saigon Hotel

Junior Deluxe City View

38 Bui Thi Xuan, Dist. 1, HCMC, Vietnam

Tel:(+84-8)62913371

Web: www.edensaigonhotel.com

CAN THO

Victoria Can Tho Hotel

Superior Room

Add: 293 Tran Van Kheo, Cai Khe

Tel: 0847102227979

HO CHI MINH CITY

Sofitel Hotel

Superior

17 Le Duan, District 1

Tel: 084838241555

Web: www.sofitel.com

CAN THO

Victoria Can Tho Hotel

Deluxe Room

Add: 293 Tran Van Kheo, Cai Khe

Tel: 0847102227979

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Web: www.kimtho.com

CHAU DOC

Chau Pho Hotel

Superior

Trung Nu Vuong, Chau Doc

Tel: 084763564139

Web: www.chauphohotel.com

PHNOMPENH

Cardamom Hotel

Superior Room

69 Street 174 Sangkat Psa Thmey

III Phnom Penh

Tel: 085523883222

Web: www.cardamomhotel.com

SIEMREAP

City River Hotel

Superior Room

0511, Achasva Street, Wat Bo, Siem Reap

Tel: 085563763000

Web: www.CityRiverHotel.Com

Web:www.victoriahotels.asia/en/our-

hotels-in-viet-nam/can-tho-resort

CHAU DOC

Victoria Chau Doc Hotel

Superior Room

32 Le Loi, Chau Doc

Tel: 084763865010

Web:

http://www.victoriahotels.asia/en/our-

hotels-in-viet-nam/chau-doc-hotel

PHNOMPENH

Himawari Hotel

Himawari Suite

313 Sisowath Quay, Phnom Penh,

Tel: 085523214555

Web: www.himawarihotel.com

SIEMREAP

Tara Angkor Hotel

Superior Room

Vithei Charles de Gaulle (Road to Angkor

Wat), Siem Reap

Tel: 085563966661

Web: www.taraangkorhotel.com

Web:www.victoriahotels.asia/en/our-

hotels-in-viet-nam/can-tho-resort

CHAU DOC

Victoria Chau Doc Hotel

Deluxe Room

32 Le Loi, Chau Doc

Tel: 084763865010

Web:

http://www.victoriahotels.asia/en/our-

hotels-in-viet-nam/chau-doc-hotel

PHNOMPENH

Intercontinental Hotel

Deluxe Room

296 Boulevard Mao Tse Toung, Phnom

Penh

Tel : 085523424888

Web: www.intercontinental.com

SIEMREAP

Angkor Village Resort

Cottage Room

Watbo Road, Siem Reap

Tel: 085563963561

Web: www.angkorvillage.com

INCLUDING:

Accomodations base on twin share

Private transportation

English-Speaking Guide applied for day-tour only (No guide on

express boat Chau Doc – Phnompenh)

Meal as mentioned in the program (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)

Entrance Fees

Boat Trip

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EXCLUDING:

International ticket to & out Vietnam

Domestic flight ticket (separate quotation)

Meals not mentioned

Visa stamp fee

Drinks and personal expenses

Optional tours

Tips and gratuities for tour guide and services

Any other items not mentioned

Compulsory Christmas & New Year Gala Dinner

BOOKING PROCEDURE

Booking will be confirmed on receipt of advance deposit only.

Asia Destinations (ASD) requires 20% advance deposit to hold the booking.

(2) Balance 80% must reach FTC Travel 30 days prior to tour departure date.

LIABILITY

The prices are subject to amendment should the Transporters/ Hoteliers amend their rates prior to

commencement of the tour.

REFUND

After commencement of Travel, no refund in full or in part will be given for services included in the program,

which are not utilized.

HOTEL CHECK IN- CHECK OUT TIME

Hotel Check in - Check out time is usually 12h00 am.

Extended check in - check out time may be granted subject to availability and agreement by the participating

hotels.

POLICY REGARDING CANCELLATION / NO SHOW / EARLY DEPARTURE

. Cancellation charges would be effective from the date we receive advice in writing and cancellation charges

would apply as follows:

* Before 30 days - 10% of the total tour / service cost

* From 15 days to 07 days - 15% of the total tour / service cost

* From 07 days to 02 days - 25% of the total tour / service cost

* From 02 days (48 hrs) to departure - 50% of the total tour / service cost

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TRAVEL INSURANCE

To travel around Asia FTC highly recommended that participants have travel insurance.