Unpacked South East Asia Cambodia & Vietnam: June 2015

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1 Unpacked South East Asia Cambodia & Vietnam: June 2015

2 5 Hanoi Highlights: 6 Halong Bay 3 days 2 nights on the Mekong Delta Angkor Wat Complex at Sunrise Tour 1 night 2 Day Cruise on Halong Bay Local Guides Unpacked Adventures Owners Accompany the Group Best in Class 4 Star Accommodation Domestic and International Flights 6. Hanoi 4 Siem Reap Situated on the banks of the Red River, it maintains a feel of the French colonial inluence with yellow stucco buildings. This is especially evident in the Old Quarter near Hoam Keim Lake. 3 Ho Chi Minh City 1 5. Ha long Bay 2 Mekong Delta 1. Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) 4. Siem Reap The original Peal of the Orient. Saigon is a base to explore the Mekong Delta or hop over to Cambodia to see Angkor Watt. Once a sleepy town in Norther Cambodia Siem Reap has reinvented its self as a chic and modern tourist destination. 2. The Mekong Delta Known as Vietnam s fruit basket and rice bowl the Delta is a rural wonderland. Explore the loating markets by boat, bike through the lesser traveled paths connecting local villages, or cruise on a luxury junk.. Considered by many to be one of the most beautiful locations in Vietnam. Stunningly beautiful limestone pillars rise 300 feet above turquoise waters into blue skies or low hanging mist. 3. Phenom Phen We will spend one night in Camboida s beautiful capital. For many Phenom Phen represents the classic image of an Asian city. Can hao, Mekong Delta Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia

3 Travel Inspired. At Unpacked Adventures travel is inspired. For this package our inspiration was the natural and cultural beauty of South East Asia. We begin our journey in Ho Chi Minh City, formerly Saigon. We disembark on a 3 day upstream tour of the Mekong Delta. While cruising through the rural country side we periodically stop and leisurely tour the local villages. As we reach the infamous Cambodian/ Vietnamese boarder we transfer via speed boat to Phnom Penh, Cambodia s patchwork capital. Golden Khmer spirals stand next to communist era concrete boxes and Colonial French stucco. We overnight in Phnom Penh with an opportunity to explore the local markets. From there we ly to Siem Reap home of Angkor Wat. The ancient capital of the powerful Khmer Empire. We spend a full day exploring the complex. Lastly, we ly to Hanoi and transfer to Halong Bay. We board a luxury cruise ship and spend the last few days relaxing among Karst Mountains and loating villages before returning to Saigon for one last night.

4 Mysterious The Mekong and Beyond Beauty Travel with the owners of Unpacked Adventures on our whirlwind tour of South East Asia. With over 7 years experience traveling and working in South East Asia we are extremely happy to share this truly once-in-a-lifetime trip with the public. This trip has it all: a cruise up the majestic Mekong River, sunrise views over the Angkor Wat temple complex, and a luxurious cruise through the breathtaking Karst Mountains of Halong Bay. In between we will explore ancient and modern capitals while sampling local foods and shopping at busy markets. World Class Accommodation-. English Speaking Guides- Enjoyable Experiences Unpacked Ultimate Asian Adventure Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Depart Grand Rapids International Airport. Grand Rapids - Newark - Saigon 36 Hours Arrive Saigon 11:30 p.m. Transfer to your hotel. Depart from our hotel in Saigon and transfer south to meet our vessel. As lunch is served, the boat starts cruising. Sit back and watch the fantastic scenery and the daily life of the Mekong people. In the afternoon you can disembark for a guided leisurely stroll through a village and the surrounding fruit orchards or rice ields. Meet the friendly locals and taste the local produce and fruits. The boat will anchor for the night. The day ends with a delicious onboard dinner. Tonight we stay on board our ship. Local Handicrafts, Mekong Delta Meals: L, D Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 At 6:30 a.m. the cruise vessel sets of for a sunrise cruise. Watch the locals go about their daily work drying exotic fruits and building ships on the wooden yards while enjoying an early breakfast. After breakfast, we will board a sampan boat to visit the region s busiest and most lively markets. After lunch, transfer to your hotel. Today we cross the border towards Cambodia. We will transfer to the pier where we will board a speed boat for an exciting ride to Phnom Penh, our starting point for discovering Cambodia and the famous temples of Angkor Wat. In the evening we will explore the Chinese market. Depart Phnom Penh to Siem Reap. Check-into our hotel in Siem Reap. In the evening join us for a stroll through the local market. It s a great place to shop for sovereigns, silver, and clothes. We have a very early morning as we set of before sunrise to the Angkor Watt temple complex. We will spend a full day touring the major temple structures. Selling Fruit, Floating Market, Mekong Delta Sunset, Halong Bay

5 Mekong Delta Cruise In our opinion the best introduction to Vietnam. We will take a 3 day 2 night cruise of the Mekong Delta. Starting in Saigon we board a cruise ship designed in the traditional wooden style and loaded with modern amenities. During the tour we will see traditional loating markets, artisans and farmers. We spend one night on board the boat and the second night in a 4 star hotel before transferring to Phnom Penh via speedboat. Local in Traditional Sampan, Mekong Delta Angkor Wat Angkor is one of the most important archaeological sites in South-East Asia. Stretching over some 400 km2, including forested area, Angkor Archaeological Park contains the magniicent remains of the diferent capitals of the Khmer Empire, from the 9th to the 15th century. They include the famous Temple of Angkor Wat and, at Angkor Thom, the Bayon Temple with its countless sculptural decorations. UNESCO has set up a wide-ranging programme to safeguard this symbolic site and its surroundings. Buddha Statue, Angkor Wat Temple

6 Hanoi Vietnam s political and cultural capital, the 36 narrow streets of the old quarter are teeming with elderly ladies in conical hats hawking local snacks, small restaurants overlowing with locals drinking copious amounts of homemade beer hoi, and a general buzz of the everyday hustle and bustle of a modern Asian city. We put in the center of it all with our carefully selected hotels. Karyking, Halong Bay Halong Bay Located roughly three hours from Hanoi Halong Bay s countless limestone clifs tower hundreds of feet above the water. Hidden amongst the sheer clifs are loating villages, hidden beaches, and amazing cave systems. All of our cruises ofer kayaking, Tai Chi, and squid ishing. For the more adventurous we can arrange a variety of other activities including sport climbing and free water solo excursions. The bay is one of the most popular destinations in Vietnam and can be crowded. We work with a wide variety of the safest and highest quality local companies to offer of-the-beaten track, adventure or 5-star luxury experiences. Let us know which one is most suitable for you. Floating Village Halong Bay

7 Sunrise, Angkor Wat, Siem Reap Day 8 Transfer from Siem Reap to Hanoi. 1.5 Hour light. Arrive in Hanoi and check-into hotel. After unpacking we hit the streets wandering through Hanoi s old quarter. We ll have a few beers with the locals before sampling Hanoi s delicious local foods. Day 9 Day 10 Day 11 We transfer 3.5 hours to Halong Bay. While onboard, you can take advantage at leisure of our Spa, Beauty & Massage services; surrounded by a stunning setting in motion, you will attend our chef s cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking. Early birds can attend a Tai Chi demonstration on the sun deck at the break of dawn. Start the day enjoying some Paradise delights with a colorful bufet breakfast. Continue exploring Halong Bay sailing across its 2000 islets and visiting some of its major highlights. Your Paradise Cruise will come to an end on Tuan Chau Island between 10:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.. We ly back to Saigon and check back into our hotel. We have a special evening planned for you, starting with dinner at one of Saigon s best restaurants before heading for cocktails at a stylish expat bar. Notre Dame Cathedral, Saigon Day 12 Depart Sun Deck, Halong Bay

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