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Brochure Type : Asia 2009 / 2010
 
 
Ho Chi Minh City:
  • Tour the Cu Chi Tunnels network - from US$13

    Experience for yourself the underground tunnel network built by Cu Chi guerrilla fighters over the course of forty years. Learn about the battles that took place on these grounds.

                                          

  • Saigon Floating Restaurant - from US$19

    Float along the Saigon River in this triple-decker cruiser, enjoying a fresh seafood feast, music and dancing. Includes transfers.

Na Thrang :
  • Cruise to offshore islands to Swim & Snorkel - from US$24

    Cruise on the turquoise waters out past the offshore islands of Nha Trang Bay to picturesque Hon Mun. How to enjoy this paradise? Swim, snorkel, sunbathe or relax? It’s up to you!
     

  • Experience a mineral mud bath warmed by hot springs - from US$16
    Luxuriate in a mud bath before relaxing in the sun to allow the mud to work it’s magic. Next scrub the mud off in a warm mineral shower. Top it all off with a long soak in a thermal hot pool. Bliss!!
Hoi An :
  • Take a trip to the My Son Temples - from US$12
    Visit the site of the most important Cham intellectual and religious centre, dating back to the late 4th century. My Son has only 20 monuments standing today. The monuments are set in a verdant valley surrounded by hills and overlooked by massive Cat’s Tooth Mountain. My Son is linked to the grand cities of South-East Asia’s other Indian-influenced civilizations: Angkor (Cambodia), Pagan (Myanmar), Ayuthaya (Thailand) and Borobudur (Java).
     
  • Visit Tra Que and spenda day working with the local village farmers - from US$33
    Experience a day of living and working with the local farmers in this village. Meander through the vegetable garden and join the farmers in preparing the land and fertilizing it with seaweed from the local lake. Relax after a morning of work with a well-deserved lunch. Includes transfers.
Hue:
  • Bike to the Forbidden City - from US$36
    Enjoy a relaxed cycle through postcard-perfect neighborhoods before arriving at the Forbidden City and meandering through an awe-inspiring complex of pavilions and gardens once occupied by Vietnam’s Nguyen emperors.
     
  • Cooking class and dinner in a renovated Royal house - from US$36
    Try your hand at cooking a traditional 3-course meal, with a little help from a local chef. Enjoy your feast in an open-air cultural complex after slaving away in the kitchen! Includes transfers.
Chiang Mai
  • Learn to cook Thai-style at a cooking Class at chiang Mai Cookery School - from US$54
    Discover the secrets of Thai Cuisine – its subtle flavors and unique presentation. The Thai Cooking School includes an introduction to the ingredients, preparation and cooking of traditional Thai food. Learn the Thai way to stir-fry, steam and serve food and then enjoy your feast!
Chiang Rai
  • Visit Akha & Yao Hilltribes - from US$33

    Experience the amazing cultures of two minorities. The Akha, who originated from Tibet and are among the poorest of Thailand’s ethnic minorities. The Yao are from China and are still influenced by Chinese traditions. Explore the ruins that dot the countryside. Take in the view of the Golden Triangle. Experience Mae Sai, northernmost town of Thailand and Burma and search for unique souvenirs at the region’s many flea markets.

Lunag Prabang
  • Half-da river kayaking adventure - from US$34
    Enjoy floating through lush countryside and past villages going about daily life on this experience… you may even encounter some small rapids along the way…
     
  • Elephant Park Project Experience  - from US$52
    Experience the amazing protected Asian Elephants within the Elephant Park Project. Enjoy a relaxing ride through the forest lining the Nam Khan River. After swim and boat down the river. Includes lunch and transfers.
Vang Vieng
  • Glide down the Mekong on a river tube - from US$15
    Enjoy a pleasant trip floating 4km down the river. Relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery!
     
  • Cycle the countryside on a half day bike tour  - from US$32
    Enjoy the scenery as you cycle through the countryside, taking in daily local life. Marvel at the forest products on offer at Vang Vieng Market or learn about life at the H’mong village of the Ban Phudindeng.
    Drop in at an Organic Farm, where mulberry tea and a variety of fruit wines are produced. Cycle back to Vang Vieng via Ban Vieng Sa Mai village and cross the Nam Song River on a bamboo raft to take in the awesome sight of rice fields being worked by locals.
    - minimum numbers apply
Vientiane
  • Dine at Makphet Restaurant, a training centre for former street children which services authentic Laos cuisine - from US$15
    Makphet Restaurant offers a wonderful selection of Lao cuisine, with exceptional presentation of their dishes. Find out a little more about the excellent welfare work they do here and how you can help.
Phnom Penh
  • Visit the ancient capital of Udong - from US$26                                                                                                                                                                                             Explore the remnants of ancient and modern history in the old capital. Wander through ruins dating back to the 1600s before paying respects at a memorial to the victims of Pol Pot. Let Cambodia's amazing history soak into you.
Siem Reap
  • Siem Reap - from US$17                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Take part in a special blessing ceremony – be warned you might get a bit wet… you want the luck to soak in!
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