Vietnam & Cambodia: Empires, Rivers & Temples

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi | City Exploration

Arrive in Hanoi, the ancient capital city, where you will be met by a Dasa Holidays representative and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, begin your exploration of the city. Visit the first university of Vietnam, the Temple of Literature, and then proceed to the Hoa Lo Prison for a glimpse into Vietnam's colonial past. In the evening, stroll along the famous Hanoi Train Street and enjoy a Water Puppet Show, a unique traditional art form. Overnight stay in Hanoi. Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Hanoi to Halong Bay | Overnight Cruise

After breakfast, proceed to Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Board a cruise through the spectacular bay, admiring thousands of towering limestone islets rising from the emerald waters. Explore the stunning limestone caves with their beautiful formations of stalactites and stalagmites. In the evening, enjoy various onboard activities such as a cooking class, karaoke, or squid fishing. Extra Topping: Tea / Coffee on the Halong Bay cruise. Overnight on the Halong Bay cruise. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Halong Bay to Hanoi | Flight to Siem Reap

In the morning, enjoy kayaking or a bamboo boat ride at Luon Cave and practice Tai Chi on the sundeck. Afterward, disembark and return to Hanoi for a city orientation tour that includes Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and the One Pillar Pagoda. Later, board a flight to Siem Reap, the "Jewel of Southeast Asia." Upon arrival, enjoy a delicious dinner while watching a traditional Cambodian dance show. Extra Topping: Famous Vietnamese Coffee during the Hanoi city tour. Overnight stay in Siem Reap. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Siem Reap | Angkor Wat & Temples

Today, visit the world-famous temples of Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest religious monument in the world. Explore the Angkor Thom complex, including the Southern Gate, Elephant Terrace, and the Bayon Temple. You will also visit Ta Prohm Temple, known for the dramatic way nature has reclaimed its ancient structures. Later, enjoy a relaxing Cambodian traditional massage. Extra Topping: Coconut water during the city tour. Overnight stay in Siem Reap. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Siem Reap | Temples, Lakes & Markets

In the morning, weather permitting, you can enjoy a tethered balloon ride for a breathtaking aerial view of Angkor Wat. Afterward, visit the 10th-century Banteay Srei Temple. Then, visit the Killing Fields museum (Wat Thmey). Later, take a ferry to Tonle Sap, the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia, where you can see floating villages and crocodile farms. The evening is free for shopping at the Night Market. Notes: In case of closure or operational issues, the tethered balloon ride will be replaced with Phare-The Cambodian Circus. Overnight stay in Siem Reap. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Siem Reap to Da Nang | Flight to Da Nang

After breakfast, board a flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, you will see the iconic Dragon Bridge, renowned as Vietnam's longest bridge. Later, you will have free time to relax at My Khe Beach, considered one of the best beaches in Vietnam. Extra Topping: Coconut water at My Khe Beach. Overnight stay in Da Nang. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Da Nang | Ba Na Hills Adventure

Today, visit Sun World Fantasy Park Ba Na Hills. You will take a cable car to the top and see the amazing Golden Bridge, held up by giant stone hands. Enjoy attractions like the Funicular, Wax Museum, and French Village. Later, visit the Marble Mountains, a famous natural landscape with caves and pagodas. Notes: This day involves a lot of walking. Overnight stay in Da Nang. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Da Nang to Hoi An | Lantern Boat Ride

Proceed to Hoi An, a former port city known for its beautiful mix of architecture. Enjoy a walking tour to see the Japanese Covered Bridge, wooden Chinese shophouses, and French colonial buildings. Then, visit Cam Thanh Coconut Village to ride a basket boat and learn how to catch fish. In the evening, enjoy a Lantern Boat Ride on the Hoai River, watching magical, twinkling paper lanterns float by. Extra Topping: Coconut water at the Coconut Village. Overnight stay in Da Nang. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9: Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh | Cu Chi Tunnels

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, a vast network of underground tunnels used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh City. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10: Ho Chi Minh City | City Tour & Departure

Today, enjoy a city orientation tour of Ho Chi Minh City. Your tour will include the Reunification Palace, the War Remnants Museum, the Saigon Post Office, and the Notre Dame Cathedral. You will also have some time for shopping at Ben Thanh Market. Afterward, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home, concluding your unforgettable tour with Dasa Holidays. Extra Topping: Soft drink during the Ho Chi Minh City tour. Meals: Breakfast

• Hanoi: Explore the old-world charm and amazing history of this 1000-year-old capital city.

• Ha Long Bay: A UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its spectacular limestone mountains, emerald waters, and unique natural beauty.

• Ho Chi Minh City: Experience the most dazzling city in Vietnam, brimming with history and modern energy.

• Angkor Wat: Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest religious monument in the world.

• Cu Chi Tunnels: Explore the hidden underground network and experience what life was like for the Viet Cong during the war.

• Sun World Fantasy Park: Enjoy a range of attractions at Ba Na Hills, including the Funicular, Wax Museum, and French Village.

• Dragon Bridge: See Vietnam's longest bridge, renowned for its unique design.

Unique Experiences

• Lantern Boat Ride: A magical experience on the Hoai River in Hoi An, where you can watch floating lotus lanterns.

• Cambodian Cultural Experience: Be captivated by a traditional dance show and enjoy a relaxing Cambodian traditional massage.

• Cam Thanh Coconut Village: A picturesque destination where you can ride a basket boat and explore the vibrant coconut groves.

• Flights: Return economy class airfare from the specified departure region/city.

• Internal Travel: Cost of any internal airfare or cruise tickets as mentioned in the itinerary.

• Visa: Cost of the visa as per the itinerary (excluding USA Tours).

• Accommodation: Twin-sharing accommodation for the duration of the tour.

• Meals: All meals as mentioned in the itinerary.

• Travel Insurance: Travel insurance coverage for guests up to 70 years of age for India and World Tours (excluding Kailash Mansarovar Yatra).

• Transfers: Coach transfers from the first day's meeting point to the last day's drop-off point.

• Sightseeing: All entrance fees for the sightseeing places mentioned in the itinerary.

• Tour Services: Services of a Dasa Holidays Tour Manager for the entire duration of the tour.

• Specialty Travel: For Europe tours, Eurostar, Eurotunnel, or Ferry travel where specified in the itinerary.

• Baggage: Baggage allowance of 1 piece in case of included internal flights.

• Porterage: One suitcase porterage at hotels for senior citizen special tours.

• Tips: Driver and guide tips as per the itinerary.

• Taxes: City tax where applicable, as per the itinerary.

• Voucher: A complimentary Travel Essential Dasa Holidays Voucher.

• Transportation & Transfers:

  • Cost of any individual airport, seaport, or railway station transfers for joining or leaving guests.

  • Any private transfers taken to move from one place to another instead of the group coach.

• Charges & Taxes:

  • Any increase in the airfare, rail fare, cruise charges, or fuel surcharges.

  • Any increase in taxes levied by the government or statutory bodies.

  • Any increase in the rate of exchange leading to an increase in land arrangements prior to departure.

  • Service or government taxes as applicable from time to time.

• Personal Expenses:

  • Porterage, laundry, wines & alcoholic beverages, and mineral water (unless specified).

  • Telephone charges, shopping, and all items of a personal nature.

  • Food and drinks not forming part of the group menus.

  • Extra photographs, extra water bottles, and any medicines required.

• Unforeseen Circumstances:

  • Any extra expenses incurred for changing the route due to unforeseen circumstances like force majeure instances, natural calamities, political disturbances, or strikes.

  • Extra cost incurred due to illness, accident, hospitalization, or any other individual unforeseen incident.

• Optional & Upgraded Items:

  • Cost of an extension of the tour's validity or a deviation from its route.

  • Any additional "extra topping" if taken.

  • The cost of any activity or sightseeing done twice.

  • Any add-on sightseeing or activities with transfers not mentioned in the tour program.

  • Fur coats, jackets for snow points, or any special attire required for a particular sightseeing place.

  • Any upgrade in the room category or airline class, including premium seat charges.

  • Cost of insurance for any extra stay pre/post tour.

By booking this tour, you agree to be bound by the following terms and conditions, as well as the terms outlined in the full itinerary, inclusions, and exclusions documents.

1. Package Price & Inclusions

• Price: The tour price includes all items explicitly listed in the 'What’s Included' section, such as accommodation on a twin-sharing basis, meals as specified, and entrance fees for sightseeing.

• Taxes & Surcharges: The price is based on current airfare, taxes, and fuel surcharges. Dasa Holidays reserves the right to increase the tour price to account for any increases in these costs, or any changes in the rate of exchange, prior to departure.

2. Flights, Visas & Documentation

• Flights: The tour price includes return economy class airfare and any internal flights mentioned in the itinerary, with a baggage allowance of 1 piece per internal flight.

• Visa: The cost of the visa is included as per the itinerary (excluding USA Tours). However, visa approval is at the sole discretion of the embassy, and Dasa Holidays is not responsible for any rejections.

• Passports: It is the guest's responsibility to hold a valid passport for the duration of the tour.

3. Transfers & Services

• Transfers: Coach transfers are provided from the first day's group meeting point to the last day's drop-off point. Individual transfers to and from these points are not included.

• Tour Manager: The services of a Dasa Holidays Tour Manager are provided for the entire duration of the tour, from the first day to the last.

4. Tour Exclusions & Personal Responsibility

• Personal Expenses: Guests are responsible for all personal expenses, including but not limited to laundry, shopping, telephone charges, alcoholic beverages, and mineral water (unless specified).

• Optional Activities: Any add-on sightseeing, activities, or "extra toppings" not specifically mentioned in the itinerary are excluded and must be paid for by the guest.

• Upgrades: Any upgrades in room category or airline class, including premium seat charges, are not included in the tour price.

5. Liability & Force Majeure

• Exclusions: Dasa Holidays is not liable for any extra costs incurred due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to:

  • Force Majeure instances, natural calamities, political disturbances, or strikes.

  • Route changes due to illness, accident, hospitalization, or any other individual unforeseen incidence.

• Third-Party Services: Dasa Holidays acts only as an agent for third-party service providers (airlines, hotels, transport companies). We are not responsible for any loss, injury, or damage to person or property that may occur during the tour.

• Travel Insurance: The tour includes basic travel insurance. However, Dasa Holidays strongly recommends that guests acquire their own comprehensive insurance to cover additional risks such as baggage loss, medical expenses, and tour cancellation.

6. General Terms

• Porterage: Porterage for one suitcase at hotels is only included for senior citizen special tours.

• Tips: Driver and guide tips are included as per the itinerary.