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March 8: Depart the USA Depart this afternoon/evening for Vietnam. Over-night: on board your plane.

March 9: Ha Noi – Arrival A city of lakes, parks and colonial mansions, Ha Noi re-tains much of its historical charm and, with an eclectic mix of Asian tempo and French refinement, Vietnam’s capital is a city to be savoured. The labyrinthine streets of Ha Noi’s Old Quarter are the ideal place in which to wander and observe daily life. Here street traders jos-tle for space on the sidewalks and crumbling houses are crammed into narrow alleyways that are still named after the goods that were traded there - Silk Street, Gold Street and even Fried Fish Street! A stroll around West Lake reveals a different side of the city and nearby you will find the sombre Ho Chi Minh Mau-soleum, which is usually crowded with Vietnamese of all ages wishing to show their respects. The elegant French Quarter is home to some fine colonial architec-ture including the famous Sofitel Legend Metropole Hotel and the Opera House, whilst an early morning wake-up call and a visit to Hoan Kiem Lake will be re-warded by a display of local residents practicing their t’ai chi. Ha Noi is steeped in history from the 'Hanoi Hilton’, the infamous Hoa Lo Prison where so many prisoners of war were incarcerated, to the religious pride that constructed the 11th century Temple of Lit-erature, the heart of the Confucian education system. Ha Noi is a delightful city of contrasts and the ideal city in which soak up the ebb and flow of life in Vietnam. After clearing customs and immigration at the Noi Bai International Airport, Spiritual Journeys Inc representa-tive will meet you at the gate and transfer you to your

hotel with the rest of the day at leisure. Over-night: Ha Noi. Meal included: None.

March 10: Ha Noi – Ha Long – Ha Noi Visit Ba Dinh Square where silent sentries guard the marble mausoleum in which Ho Chi Minh lies in state. Subject to opening hours, the interior of the mausoleum may be visited. Continue to the modest stilted wooden bungalow where Uncle Ho lived and worked, before visiting Ho Chi Minh Mu-seum. Dedicated to the 'father of the country’, the museum chronicles the evolution of Vietnamese independence. French architecture features prominently in Hanoi and the nearby former Governor's Residence is a fine example. Continue to the One Pillar Pagoda, a Buddhist pagoda with a history steeped in folk-lore. The final stop is the Thang Long Royal Cita-del, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built in the 11th century during the Ly Viet Dynasty. This im-portant historical site served as the capital of Vi-etnam for eight centuries. After lunch continue your exploration of the city, resplendent with French colonial architecture in-cluding the exquisite, Opera House. Pass Hoan Kiem Lake, also known as the ‘Lake of the Re-stored Sword’ after the legend that surrounds it, en-route to one of the city's many fascinating mu-seums: choose from Ancient History, Military His-tory or Fine Arts, depending on your personal in-terests. Continue to the Temple of Literature, a serene retreat from the busy streets outside. Built in 1070 and dedicated to Confucius, it became Vietnam's first university. The best way to experience Hanoi's Old Quarter is on foot and next we take a walking tour through an area of the city known as ’36 Streets’. The old-est continuously developed area of Vietnam, this densely populated section of Hanoi was once an important centre of commerce where goods were sold on the street name of a particular guild. The labyrinthine alleyways are perfect for exploring on foot with names such as Sugar Street, Tin Street and Paper Street. This evening, take the evening train to Lao Cai (we

suggest having dinner before joining the train). Transfer to Hanoi railway station for the overnight train to Lao Cai. Departure time is scheduled for 21.15 PM (subject to change). (Note: check out time at Hotel is 12.00 noon and late checkout is subject to availability with surcharge upon request). Overnight: Train. Meal included: Breakfast, Lunch

March 11: Arrive Lao Cai – Sapa - Village Trekking from Cat Cat through Y Linh Ho to Lao Chai to Ta Van Village Upon arrival at Lao Cai station in the early morning, you will be met by our local representative who will transfer you to your hotel for breakfast. (Note: Standard check-in time at the hotel is 2PM howev-er early check-in may be possible subject to availability and with a surcharge). Following breakfast at the hotel, make a short visit to Sapa market, before heading out of town to-wards Cat Cat village, stopping at a waterfall for a short rest before continuing the trek along a trail through rice terraces. Continuing through lush rain forest, under the protection of Hoang Lien National Park, you will eventually arrive in Y Linh Ho village, home of the Black Hmong minority, where you can enjoy a well-earned rest whilst enjoying lunch at the riverside. After lunch, head towards Muong Hoa valley. De-scend on foot into the valley where you are sur-rounded by one of the largest areas of rice fields in Sapa. Learn how the rice is cultivated, from the mo-ment the seed is sown to its harvesting, followed by the journey it takes to the dinner table. Between May and October, you will be able to observe planting and harvesting activities. Reaching the Black Hmong village of Lao Chai, con-tinue your trek to Ta Van village which has a mix-ture of Hmong, Giay and Red Dao residents. After time spent exploring, including a visit to the local Catholic Church, you will rejoin your vehicle for the transfer back to Sapa and rest at leisure. Overnight: Sapa. Meal included: Breakfast,

Lunch, Dinner.

March 12: Sapa - Lao Cai - Bac Ha Market & Trung Do Village with Boat Trip along Chay Riv-er to Bao Nhai The vibrant weekly markets in and around Sapa are all the more colourful with the presence of so many of the different ethnic minorities living in the region. More than that, they are the heart and soul of com-merce in the highlands and the markets’ raison d’ê-tre. On market day, hill tribe people from outlying villages, resplendent in their traditional headdresses, gather to buy and sell their wares, meet with friends and catch up on the latest gossip. Travelling via Lao Cai and across Bao Nhai bridge, you will reach the town of Bac Ha. The market here is one of the region’s largest and every Sunday, col-ourful ethnic minorities, including Hmong, Phu La, Back Dao, Tay and Nung, come from the surrounding

villages to sell their homemade products and buy goods to take back home. Following lunch at a local restaurant, head out of town towards Lao Cai, stopping on the way to take a short walk through Trung Do village, home of the Tay people. According to tradition, Tay villages are always built at the foot of a mountain or along a stream and take their name from a nearby moun-tain, a field or river. Each village contains about 15 to 20 households and larger villages are divided into small hamlets with houses built either on stilts or on the ground. Visit a Tay house for a cup of tea before taking a boat trip along the scenic River Chay. Dis-embarking the boat at Bao Nhai village, your vehicle will be waiting to transfer you to Lao Cai station for the evening train back to Hanoi. Overnight: Train. Meal included: Breakfast, Lunch. Dinner on your own before boarding.

March 13: Arrive Ha Noi – Ha Long Upon arrival at Hanoi railway station in the early morning, you will be met and transferred to Ha Long , a journey time of approximately 3.5 hours. On arrival, you will transfer to a junk (a traditional Chi-nese style sailing ship) for your cruise on Halong Bay. Sailing through emerald waters and past rocky islets and lush islands, a delicious lunch will be served on board. Halong Bay is blessed with numerous grottoes, hid-den pools and mystical islands and this afternoon, there will be the opportunity to disembark the boat and explore the region further. Off-boat excursions are usually by ship’s tender although often there is the opportunity to discover the beautiful landscapes of the bay by kayak or bamboo rowing boat. Visits to nearby caves or sandy beaches may also be on the agenda and of course there is always the option to remain on board and take in the glorious vista from the spacious sundeck. As night falls, the boat will drop anchor in a peaceful spot. Enjoy a refreshing drink and the view from the sundeck before sitting down to a leisurely dinner which will either be served on deck or inside the dining room depending on the vessel and local weather conditions. Overnight: Onboard a traditional junk boat. Meal included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

March 14: Ha Long – Ha Noi – Da Nang/ Hoi An Early risers may have the opportunity to witness sunrise over the bay. Then enjoy a light breakfast, before disembarking the boat once more for further discovery. On the return journey to port, there is the opportunity to savour the glorious scenery of Halong Bay one final time while enjoying an appetising brunch. Arriving back into port mid morning, you will be met and transferred back to Hanoi and directly to Ha Noi airport for flight to Da Nang. One of the oldest settlements in Vietnam, Da Nang is now a city on the verge of modernity. The riverfront promenade has been spruced in recent years whilst the revamped airport now boasts international sta-tus. Yet it is Da Nang’s Cham Dynasty heritage that is the real draw for those visiting the city. Housed in a colonial-era building, the superb Museum of Cham Sculpture boasts the largest and most impressive collection of Cham artifacts anywhere in the world and is a must-see attraction. Further afield, approxi-mately 10km south of the city, the five craggy lime-stone peaks of Marble Mountains make for a com-pelling excursion. Said to represent the five elements of the universe (space, air, fire, water, and earth), the mountains are home to several Buddhist and Hindu grottoes, some of which are accessible to the visitor. Da Nang Beach, on the other hand, is actually a series of beaches extending between Da Nang and the river-ine town of Hoi An. Known locally as Non Nuoc, the fine golden sands of Da Nang Beach were once a rec-reational hangout for US soldiers during the Vietnam War. Nowadays, the beaches are home to several luxurious hotels and resorts, making the region an

ideal base for exploring the nearby charms of Hoi An and the evocative Cham ruins at My Son. Upon arri-val at Danang airport, you are met and transferred to your hotel in Danang. The remainder of day at leisure to enjoy the hotel’s facilities. Overnight: Danag. Meal included: Breakfast.

March 15: Da Nang/ Hoi An Take an excursion to Hoi An. Located 30KM south of Danang, the sublime riverside town of Hoi An is a feast for the eyes. Devoid of most forms of motorised transport, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town of this ancient port is ideal for exploring on foot. Discover beautifully preserved old merchant houses, atmospheric temples and lively markets as you stroll through the back streets of this enchanting destination. You will visit the iconic 400-year-old Jap-anese Bridge and the busy waterfront, where colour-ful fishing boats bob up and down on the Thu Bon River. There will also be time to peruse the numer-ous boutiques and galleries that line the narrow streets and perhaps make a purchase or two. During the walk, a quick stop and visit local house located in a hidden alleyway can be offered where guests will have chance to try one of best known cake in Hoi An – Banh It la Gai. Overnight: Danag. Meal included: Breakfast.

March 16: Da Nang/ Hoi An – Hue At leisure until transfer from Hoi An to Hue via Hai Van Pass. Situated on the banks of the romantically named Per-fume River, the town of Hue is known as the Imperial City of Vietnam. The capital of the Nguyen dynasty’s empire from 1802 until 1945, Hue was the religious, economic and cultural epicentre of Vietnam for more than a century. For many, exploring the moated cita-del on the northern banks of the river is a highlight of their visit to the city. Built by Emperor Gia Long in the early 1800s, and containing within its walls his private residence, the exquisite Forbidden Purple City, the fortress has suffered from both natural and manmade destruction over the years, including cyclones and battle damage during the Vietnam War. Yet the en-closure remains extremely palatial and received UNESCO World Heritage status in 1993. No less than thirteen Nguyen Dynasty Emperors ruled the country from within the fortress walls and away

from the citadel the region is scattered with grand pagodas and resplendent royal tombs including that of Emperors’ Minh Mang and Tu Duc. Opportunities to discover the city’s old town by cy-clo and experience a relaxing boat trip on the Per-fume River at sunset simply add sway to Hue’s sta-tus as one of the country’s most rewarding destina-tions. Afternoon, begins with an interesting boat ride along the Perfume River to the Thien Mu Pagoda. Consisting of seven stories, the pagoda is the tallest religious building in Vietnam and within its grounds is the Austin car in which Thich Quang Duc, a Bud-dhist monk who demonstrated against the South Vietnamese government during the Vietnam War, was driven to Saigon prior to his widely reported self-immolation in 1963. Continue to the Imperial Citadel. Built between 1804 and 1833, this heavily fortified structure is still very much the heart of modern-day Hue and de-spite a chequered history, the fortress remains su-perbly intact. There will be time for exploration be-fore moving on to Long An Palace. Situated outside the citadel walls and only reopened to the public in 2012 after four years of extensive renovation, this baroque-influenced palace is now home to the Roy-al Fine Arts Museum. Inside this highly rated muse-um are several thousand antiquities including porcelain, silverware and paintings, many of which belonged to the emperors of the Nguyen Dynasty. Note museum is closed on Mondays. Overnight: Hue. Meal included: Breakfast.

March 17: Hue - Saigon Visit Minh Mang Tomb - Located 12KM from Hue on the west bank of the Perfume River, the tomb of

Minh Mang is renowned for its architectural splen-dour and wondrous natural setting. The second em-peror of the Nguyen Dynasty, Minh Mang began plans for his mausoleum himself in the fall of 1840 but fell sick and passed away soon after they were initiated and the construction itself was carried out by his son and heir, Emperor Thieu Tri. With numerous temples, stone bridges, pavilions and terraces to discover, the complex is a delight to explore. After tour, transfer to Hue airport for flight to Saigon.

With a population of nearly 8 million inhabitants and an almost equal number of scooters, mopeds and mo-torcycles all competing for space on the ultra-busy streets, bustling and noisy Ho Chi Minh City is quite literally a metropolis on the move. The most western of Vietnamese cities, Saigon, as it is still commonly known, is a city of contrasts; a place where ultra-modern shopping malls and fashionable restaurants vie for space with local retailers

March 18: Saigon Synonymous with the Vietnam War and a testament to the determined spirit of the Vietnamese, the un-derground network of passages at Cu Chi is a fasci-nating day trip out of the city.. Work on the tunnels began during the war against the French in the 1940s and over the next 25 years as the conflict with America escalated, they were improved and expanded to create an underground city of meeting areas, storerooms, living quarters and much more. The tunnels allowed the Viet Cong to control a vital area of South Vietnam and at their height, ex-tended for more than 200KM in length and stretched from what was then Saigon to the Cambodian border. Preserved as a memorial park, two sections of this re-markable network are open to the public. Visiting the

area at Ben Dinh, there is the option to go below the surface and visit sections of the tunnels first hand. The more adventurous may go deeper and your guide will be on hand to give guidance on the degree of expected difficulty. There is plenty of interest above ground as well and it is recom-mended to bring good footwear, sunscreen and a hat. Please note you may get a little dusty if you decide to go underground. Return to city and rest at leisure. Overnight: Saigon. Meal included: Breakfast.

March 19: Saigon – Cai Be – Can Tho Travelling by road south of Ho Chi Minh City (approximately 2.5 hours) journey into the Me-kong Delta to the riverine town of Cai Be. Here you will board a motorised sampan, a traditional bamboo-covered wooden boat, and begin your exploration of one of Vietnam’s most enchanting landscapes. One of the Delta’s ubiquitous sights is its floating markets and your first stop will be at the colourful Cai Be market. Although development of the road network means there is less waterborne trading than in previous years, Cai Be is still one of Vi-etnam’s most popular markets. These drifting shops each specialise in a few kinds of fruit or veg-etable and samples of their goods hang from tall wooden poles allowing customers to easily identi-fy what is for sale. Continue across the upper reaches of the river exploring beautiful riverine landscapes and ob-serving typical life in the Mekong Delta. The re-gion is rich with fruit orchards and, depending on the season, there will be the opportunity to taste some of the tasty tropical produce. Following lunch at a local farmer’s home, explore a little of the village before returning to your boat for the leisurely cruise through the maze of waterways to Vinh Long. From here, continue by car to Can Tho, the Delta's economic hub. On arrival, check in your hotel in Can Tho and enjoy the rest of day at leisure. Overnight: Can Tho. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

March 20: Can Tho – Saigon – Siem Reap Early morning, as the sun rises above the Mekong

Delta, is one of the most captivating times to be on the river. Take a sampan ride into the heart of Cai Rang floating market where boats, laden with fruits, vegetables and all manner of groceries, jostle for space and vie to sell their wares. Returning to Can Tho town, visit the interesting museum and a Khmer pagoda before enjoying lunch at a local res-taurant. This afternoon, return to Ho Chi Minh City by car, a journey of approximately 3.5 hours. Then transfer directly to Saigon airport for flight to Siem Reap. Siem Reap is the treasure of the Kingdom of Cambodia. Representatives of Spiritual Journeys will welcome as you exit the airport and transfer to your hotel. Free for the rest of the day. Overnight: Siem Reap. Meal included: Breakfast.

March 21: Siem Reap - Angkor This morning, visit the monumental magnificence of Angkor Thom - last capital of the Khmers; we begin our visit at the Terrace of the Leper King. This intricately carved platform was the royal crematori-um and the statue that was originally thought to be the leper king is now believed to be Yama, the god of death. We continue along the Terrace of Ele-phants, originally used as a viewing gallery for the king to preside over parades, performances and

traditional sports. At the southern end lies the Ba-phuon, once of the most beautiful temples at Ang-kor, dating from the reign of Uditayavarman 1 in the 11th century. It has undergone a massive reno-vation by the French and is now once again open for viewing. Our climax is the enigmatic and en-chanting temple of the Bayon. This 12th century masterpiece lies at the very centre of Angkor Thom

and is an archaeological wonder of symmetry and grandeur. The exterior gallery walls have extensive bas-reliefs but the highlight is the “faces”, more than 200 of them, silent but with the famous half-smile playing on their lips. PJ de Beerski wrote of them; “godliness in the majesty and the size, mys-tery in the expression.” Lunch at local restaurant In the afternoon visit Angkor Wat, the largest tem-ple in the world, with a volume of stone equaling that of the Cheops pyramid in Egypt. It is unlike all the other Khmer temples in that it faces west, and is inspired by 12th Century Hinduism. Its symmet-rical towers are stylized on the modern Cambodian flag. Conceived by Suryavarman II, Angkor Wat took an estimated 30 years to build. It is generally believed to have been a funeral temple for the king. It has been occupied continuously by Bud-dhist monks and is well preserved. Intricate bas-reliefs surround Angkor Wat on four sides. Each tells a story. The most celebrated of these is the Churning of the Ocean of Milk, which is located on the east wing. In it the Naga serpent, is twisted by demons and gods to spurt out the elixir of life. En-joy sunset over this magnificent building, an unfor-gettable experience! Overnight: Siem Reap. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch.

March 22: Siem Reap Angkor Visit the recently restored temples of Thommanon in the morning. The small temple affords beautiful Apsara carvings and a chance to wander around a peaceful clearing on the way to Ta Prohm in one direction or the Elephant Terrace the other way, Chao Say and Ta Keo. Continue your exploration of the Angkor Temples at Ta Prohm, the temple that has been left largely in its natural state since its “re-discovery” by French explorers. Surrounded by jungle, its labyrinth of stone hallways is overgrown with the roots and limbs of massive banyan trees, which envelop the stone like tentacles. It is one of the largest temples at Angkor, dedicated in

1186. Historians have noted its mystical charm. As well as, the 12th century temples of Banteay Kdei, Sras Srong, and Prasat Kravan. Continue visit Preah Khan "The Sacred Sword", an extensive monastic complex covering over 56 hec-tares built by the Khmer King Jayavarman VII as a monastery and teaching complex. It is one of a

group of temple complexes situated on a small 'Baray' or water reservoir including the temples of Neak Pean and the monastic complex of Ta Som. Together these structures constitute one of Angkor's major axial ar-rangements and hydrological complexes. Preah Khan was the site of the World Monuments Fund ‘prime’ Asian project a painstaking renovation whilst main-taining its mysterious allure and superb original struc-ture. Continue to Pre Rup temple is about 2 kilome-ters northeast of Srah Srang and about 500 meters south of the East Baray. The temple was built in 961 during the reign of King Rajendravarman, dedicating to Shiva Brahmanism. The boldness of the architectur-al design is superb and gives the temple fine balance, scale and proportion. The temple is close in style to the East Mabon, although it was built several years later. We finish by experiencing sunset over the rice fields from the royal crematorium of Pre Rup, a classic view of the Cambodian countryside. Tonight, we'll take one of the few places in town where you enjoy the dinner with Apsara dance show for the experience of ancient Khmer Culture back to life in a spectacular surrounding while your guests en-joy the very best in Cambodia Cuisine. You also have the opportunity to take a photo with the creative tal-ents of Cambodian people for your memories at the end of the show. Overnight: Siem Reap. Meals includ-ed: the creative talents of Cambodian people for your memories at the end of the show. Overnight: Si-em Reap. Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner.

March 23: Siem Reap Angkor Take the Remok (the most common taxi in Cambodia) visit to Banteay Srei; the citadel of women - a tiny, en-chanting temple, which is one of the jewels in this re-

markable city. Built of red sandstone in the tenth century and dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva, the carved male and female figures in the niches are exquisitely executed in both style and proportion. This is the most Indian of all the temples in Ang-kor and in the words of H.W. Ponder, is a fairy pal-ace in the heart of an immense and mysterious forest. Continue to Banteay Samre, is a temple at Angkor, Cambodia located east of the East Baray. Built under Suryavarman II and Yasovarman II in the early 12th century, it is a Hindu temple in the Angkor Wat style. Named after the Samré, an an-cient people of Indochina, the temple uses the same materials as the Banteay Srei. Lunch at local restaurant Taking a break from the temples, this afternoon you drive to Ton Le Sap Lake, the largest fresh wa-ter lake in South East Asia, is the lifeblood of the Cambodian fishing industry. The Mekong River, from as a far away as Phnom Penh, reverses the direction of the Ton Le Sap river to bring an over-flow of water and silt to support both rice growing and the breeding fish of many sizes and varieties. Hopping on board a small shaded vessel and mov-ing between the floating homes and small fish farms you will experience close up, daily lake life. On the way back, visit a development project teaching young adults, stone carving, wood carv-ing, lacquer application, Les Artisans d' Angkor is a heart-warming reminder that progress in Cambo-dia can go hand in hand with traditional crafts. Accommodation: Siem Reap. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

March 24: Siem Reap – Phnom Penh Transfer to the airport for a short fight to Phnom Penh this morning. Upon arrival, visit the Royal Palace, which was built in 1866 by King Norodom. The Palace is actually a number of structures with-in a pagoda-style compound. Silver Pagoda locat-ed within the Royal Palace compound, the Silver Pagoda is so names because of its floor, which is made up of 5,000 silver tiles. The treasures are a solid gold Buddha encrusted with 9, 584 diamonds and weighing 90kilos and a small 17th century emerald and baccarat crystal Buddha. Continue to visit the National Museum, which houses Khmer art especially sculptures, from different periods of

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Cambodian history, 19th century dance costumes, royal barges and palanquins. Over 5000 objects are on display including Angkorian era statues, lingas and other artifacts, most notably the legendary status of the ‘leper King.’ Though the emphasis is on Angkorian artifacts, there is also a good collection of pieces from later periods, including a special exhibition of post-Angkorian Buddha figures. In the afternoon visit the Toul Sleng Genocide Museum, a former high school. In the Pol Pot time they took this school as a prison for detentions and torture of prisoners. With its torture instruments and blood stained walls, it brings a shocking reminder of the horrific genocide perpetrated by the Khmer Rouge. After interrogation the prisoners were transferred to Cheung Ek, to be killed. Continue to visit Cheung Ek, a profoundly moving but depressing experience. During the Khmer Rouge years, thousands of Cambodi-ans were tortured and imprisoned in Toul Sleng. They were then moved to the extermination camps at Choeng Ek where they were bludgeoned to death and buried in mass graves. Today a large memorial has been built to commemorate the 17,000 victims who died here under the reign of Khmer Rouge leader, Pol Pot. The remnants inside the memorial and the mass graves that dot the area remind you of the suffering of the victims. Besides the tragic past, you will also start to appreciate the tremendous courage of the Cambodian people to move on and rebuild their nation. Dinner at local restaurant. Overnight: Phnom Penh. Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner.

March 25: Phnom Penh - Departure Free at leisure until an on-time transfer from your hotel to the airport in time for your onward flight. Meals included: Breakfast only.

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