Vietnam Halong Bay & Mekong Delta Cruise Deal 8 days from $2999 Per person twin share. Small Ship Cruise

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1 2016 Vietnam Halong Bay & Mekong Delta Cruise Deal 8 days from $2999 Per person twin share. Small Ship Cruise Hanoi, Halong Bay, Saigon & Mekong Delta. This cruise tour combines two of Vietnams most picturesque waterways! Halong Bay and Mekong River Includes 3 day /2 nights Halong Bay Tour Halong Bay Cruise Imagine waking up surrounded by the tranquil beauty of Halong Bay, one of Vietnam's most spectacular natural wonders. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed bay, dotted with impressive limestone islands, on a two-day cruise aboard a traditional junk boat. You ll enjoy a guided tour of the limestone Cave of Surprises as well as free time to sunbathe, swim and kayak in secluded lagoons. Includes 2 days /1 night Mekong Delta Cruise The Mekong Delta is the most populous area of Vietnam, now home to about 18 million people, and considered the "rice basket" of the country. Vietnamese people call it the Nine Dragons Delta because the Mekong River divides into two smaller branches when it enters Vietnam, then those two branches divide into nine "mouths" flowing to the East Sea that look like nine dragons on the map. This cruise is great way to glide through the intricate waterways of this fascinating region, offering travellers an intimate glimpse into the lives and occupations of the people living here. Cost: $2999 per person twin share. Flights, Cruise & Stay Normally: $3699 per person twin share. Save: $700 per person. Departing: Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Adelaide or Brisbane. Flying with Singapore Airlines or Malaysia airlines. Departs: daily from 01 Feb to 30 November Duration: 8 days Book by 29 Feb Bookings: Destination International Phone Quote: Promo Code : VIE200 Includes: Return airfares from Australia to Hanoi to Saigon with Singapore Airlines, 7 nights accommodation, 1 nights Hanoi hotel, 2 nights Halong Bay Cruise, 2 nights Saigon, 1 night Mekong Delta Overnight Cruise and 1 night Can Tho Hotel, meals and all airport to hotel and cruise port

2 transfers. SMALL SHIP CRUISING Mekong Delta, Mekong Delta Cruise From the heights of the Tibetan Plateau, the mighty Mekong flows through six countries, giving life and a home to millions of people. For this, it was once named Mother of all rivers. After a journey of 4,500 km (3,000 miles) it reaches the South China Sea. Nine estuaries carry enormous amounts of silt to form one of the greatest (40,000 km 2 ), ever growing deltas in the world the mighty Mekong Delta. Thousands of waterways form a labyrinth of major currents and secluded canals lined with lush vegetation, mangrove swamps and verdant rice fields. More than 13 million people live by the timeless rhythm of the river in small fishing villages and boats in the Mekong Delta. To witness the tastes and sounds of a floating market in the Mekong Delta at dawn can be the experience of a lifetime. Halong Bay Cruise Imagine waking up surrounded by the tranquil beauty of Halong Bay, one of Vietnam's most spectacular natural wonders. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed bay, dotted with impressive limestone islands, on a two-day cruise aboard a traditional junk boat. You ll enjoy a guided tour of the limestone Cave of Surprises as well as free time to sunbathe, swim and kayak in secluded lagoons. Receive personalized service from your crew on this small-group tour, limited to 24 people Day From To By Itinerary Hotel 1 HAN Flight Hanoi Arrival Sightseeing Arrive in Hanoi and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, visit the first university of Vietnam, the Temple of Literature, which is imbued with the profound philosophies of Confucianism. A one-hour cyclo tour of Hanoi s Old Quarter allows you to catch a glimpse of ancient Hanoi and learn about traditional Vietnamese architecture. The tour includes a stop at an ancient Vietnamese "long house." Overnight in Hanoi. Church Boutique/ 95 Hang Gai (Classic)

3 2 Hanoi Ha Long Hanoi Ha Long Bay Drive through rice paddy fields to Ha Long Bay. Board a junk for a cruise among the hundreds of islets of Ha Long Bay. Enjoy a seafood lunch and a swim (if weather permits). Drop anchor in the late evening for an overnight stay among the dramatic limestone peaks rising out of the sea. Overnight on a junk [Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner] Indochina Sails Boutique (Superior/ SIC) 3 Ha Long 4 Ha Long HAN Hanoi SGN Flight Ha Long Bay Enjoy activities offered aboard the cruise and an excursion onto Ha Long Bay. Overnight on a junk [Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner] Ha Long Bay Boat Cruise Hanoi Ho Chi Minh Spend the morning cruising through the limestone cliffs and emerald waters of Ha Long Bay before returning to the wharf. Transfer to Noi Bai Airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh. Upon arrival, transfer to a hotel. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh [Breakfast] Indochina Sails Boutique (Superior/ SIC) Sanouva (Deluxe) 5 Ho Chi Minh Cai Be + Boat Ho Chi Minh Cai Be Tra On Drive to Cai Be and take a boat to the Cai Be River. You will have a chance to observe the lively activities of local merchants trading their produce from laden vessels. Visit a village where you will see some family run businesses that make rice cake and rice paper. Board the riverboat Bassac and head to Cho Lach. Have lunch onboard while cruising on the waterways with a stop for a brief guided tour around riverside villages. Drop anchor at Tra On for an overnight stay onboard. Overnight onboard the Bassac. [Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner] Bassac (SIC) 6 Can Tho Ho Chi Minh Tra On Cai Rang Floating Market Leisure Cycling Can Tho Leave Tra On market early in the morning for Can Tho. On arrival, explore the colourful and bustling floating market at Cai Rang. Visit a historic house at Binh Thuy before checking in to the hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a bicycle ride along quiet riverside lanes to get a taste of life in rural Can Tho with local ferries, villages, bridges, fruit gardens, local pilgrimage site. Drive back to Can Tho. Overnight in Can Tho. [Breakfast] Fortuneland (Deluxe view) 7 Ho Chi Minh Can Tho Ho Chi Minh This morning is at your leisure before driving back to Ho Chi Minh with stop to visit China Town, the Binh Tay Market and either the Thien Hau Temple or the Quan Am Pagoda. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh [Breakfast] Sanouva (Deluxe) 8 SGN Flight Ho Chi Minh Departure Free until transfer to the airport for departure flight. [Breakfast] Affordable Holidays - HOW DO WE DO IT??? CHECK-OUT TIME IS AT 12.00PM

4 We go directly to our overseas suppliers to source the best possible price and holiday for you. That s why our holidays are so affordable!!. There are many overseas wholesalers that currently do not sell their holidays in Australia. We have approached some of these businesses to see if we can represent them here in our country. These travel professionals offer exceptional service and tours at just the right price. If you think you are paying too much for your travel arrangements, please give us a call, we will do our best to find you a holiday that fits within your travel budget. RESERVATIONS We pay for airfares in full at time of booking. Payment in full is 90 days prior to departure Booking conditions and cancellation fees apply. Prices are subject to alteration due to currency fluctuations. This may mean the cost of your tour may increase until payment in full is received by our office. Subject to confirmation from the airlines, cruise and hotel operators Travel Insurance is essential. Upon booking your holiday with Destination International Tours a 50% deposit per person per tour is required to confirm your reservation. We accept visa, mastercard, cash and checks. There is a 2% credit card surcharge for credit card bookings. You will need to return your payment with our booking form and sign the terms and conditions form. We are unable to confirm you on the tour until the forms are returned to our office Once we have confirmed your chosen travel arrangements and received your deposit, you will be sent an ed or posted confirmation. Please check this confirmation carefully to ensure you fully understand your confirmed reservations, understand our terms & conditions and instructions.

5 The balance payment for your trip is due 65 days prior to departure. Or if you are booking inside of 65 days, payment in full is due at time of reservation. Approximately 14 days prior to departure your tour documentation will be ed or posted to you. The documentation will consist of all of the information you will need to have a memorable tour including emergency contact phone numbers for the local office in Alaska. Booking conditions and cancellation fees apply. Once final payment has been made these tours are strictly non refundable. ATAS Accreditation Number: A10718 ATAS vets travel agents against strict criteria to ensure they meet certain standards, are reliable, well trained and professional businesses. ATAS agents need to meet high standards of business discipline, training, compliance with Australian Consumer Law and compliance with a strict code of conduct ensuring your piece of mind when booking travel. We have met these strict standards and criteria in order to become nationally accredited. Our accreditation means we are the best in the industry, credible, well trained and a professional business. This means you can book your travel knowing you re in the safe hands of a trusted and reputable travel agent. Further information can be found at Affordable Holidays - HOW DO WE DO IT??? We go directly to our overseas suppliers to source the best possible price and holiday for you. That s why our holidays are so affordable!!. There are many overseas wholesalers that currently do not sell their holidays in Australia. We have approached some of these businesses to see if we can represent them here in our country. These travel professionals offer exceptional service and tours at just the right price. If you think you are paying too much for your travel arrangements, please give us a call, we will do our best to find you a holiday that fits within your travel budget. Interviews by appointment only: Level 1, 12 Hoddle St, Abbotsford, VIC, 3067 Phone Office hours Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm. Postal Address: 6/10 Hoddle Street, Abbotsford, VIC, Our exclusive focus is on supported travel arrangements which provide our customers with a breadth and depth of service complimented by local expertise that is simply unparalleled. DESTINATION INTERNATIONAL HOLIDAYS BOOKING CONDITIONS Please read this information prior to making your reservation. BROCHURE VALIDITY The information presented in our brochure is TRAVEL INSURANCE You must be insured for the duration of your trip. You need comprehensive travel insurance to cover cancellation, health requirements, luggage and additional expenses. Insurance

6 correct to the best of our knowledge, but is subject to change without notice. Changes can occur with respect to prices, itineraries, duration of holidays, service standards, tour content, airfares and schedules. This is out of our control. Please ensure you advise details of your requirements at the time of booking. policies rarely cover for loss of cash. ACCOMMODATION There will be variations in the size, standard and presentation of rooms and facilities within the one hotel. This is beyond the control of Destination International Holidays. GOODS AND SERVICES TAX (GST) The Australian GST does not apply to international travel. Any service fees, courier, cancellation and amendment fees are subject to GST. You will be charged GST where applicable. DEPOSIT A deposit is required to confirm your booking (varies depending on package booked). Receipt of deposit will be taken as an understanding by Destination International Holidays that the customer has checked their confirmed travel arrangements and has read and agreed to the terms and conditions. FINAL PAYMENT Payment in full must be made no less than 90 days before travel. PRICES All prices for our tours are advised in Australian Dollars ($AUD). They are based on airfares, schedules and tariffs at the time of printing. Destination International Holidays reserves the right to vary the cost of the tour, taxes and airline prices if necessary by reason of currency fluctuation, cost increase, or airfare increase. All prices are subject to confirmation from local tour operators. Once full payment has been received by Destination International no surcharges in respect to currency fluctuations will be applied. Destination International Holidays cannot be held responsible for any service that we are unable to provide due to that particular component being unavailable. ITINERARY CHANGES Destination International Holidays reserves the right to amend the itinerary for reasons such as service requirements, road or weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. Where a change is of a significant nature, it will be advised to our customers in writing. Destination International Holidays reserves the right to substitute hotels, lodges, inns and CLAIMS If you encounter any problems on your holiday, you should to try and solve it directly with the supplier whilst overseas. If it is not possible to do so please do so in writing within 30 days of completing your Destination International Holidays arrangements. PASSPORT, VISA & VACCINATIONS You must familiarise yourself with any visa and health requirements that may be applicable in the countries you are visiting. You are responsible for all entry/exit health and any other documents required by laws, regulations, orders, demands or requirements of countries visited or transited. Please note that passport and visa requirements are not the responsibility of Destination International Holidays. We will not be held liable for any loss or expense due to the failure to comply with the above. We recommend that you be in possession of a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay overseas. CONSULAR ADVICE Official travel advice issued by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is available by calling or visiting their web site You must review this information both prior to making your booking and prior to departure. TOUR CONDITIONS Destination International Holidays does not itself provide carriage services, accommodation, transport or tours. Destination International Holidays acts as an agent for the Service Providers ). All products and services provided by Service Providers are provided on those Service Providers own terms and conditions which may include limitations and exclusions of liability. All bookings with Destination International Holidays and all tickets, vouchers, receipts, coupons, exchange orders and other like documents issued to the client, are subject to each Service Providers terms and conditions governing the provision of

7 camps with properties of similar standard. AMENDMENT FEES Should you need to alter your original reservations, there will be an automatic fee charged of $100 per amendment or transaction. Additionally there may be cancellation fees levied by the tour operator or fees may be applicable where arrangements have been pre-purchased. CANCELLATIONS Cancellation fees will be levied relative to the amount of notice given as follows: Days Notice 90 or more Loss of Deposit and 50% loss of fare % 85% 100% The above are Destination International Holidays cancellation fees. Airlines and Tour Operators may have additional fees. Transfer of a confirmed booking to another tour or departure date is deemed a cancellation of the original booking. There will be no refund for cancellation of unused services on or after commencement date. Please note that employees of any overseas suppliers are not authorised by Destination International Holidays to make any undertakings to our clients in respect of refunds or other matters. products and services to be provided by that Service provider. Destination International Holidays shall not be liable for any acts, omissions or defaults whether negligent or otherwise, of any Service Providers. Destination International Holidays shall not be liable (whether in contract, tort or otherwise) for any injury, illness, death, loss, damage, expense, delay or inconvenience resulting directly or indirectly from circumstances outside of Destination International Holidays control, including acts of nature, war, civil disturbances, strikes, floods, acts of government or authorities, breakdowns, accidents, disease, quarantine, terrorism, medical or customs regulations, and alterations, cancellations or delays concerning itineraries, timetables or accommodation. CONTRACT The contract between Destination International Holidays is governed by the laws of the State of Victoria. By booking with Destination International Holidays the client agrees to be bound by the terms and conditions referred to in our brochure. Destination International Reservations Phone