PROPOSAL : ETHNIC MINORITIES OF SOUTHERN VIETNAM AND CAMBODIA 12D11N

DEPARTURE : 01 January 2014 – 30 September 2014

NUMBER OF PAX : TBA

PREPARED FOR : TBA

VIETNAM - CAMBODIA: COUNTRY OVERVIEW

Vietnam: a country with a rich, centuries-deep history, with

grand colonial buildings, vibrant markets, temples and

pagodas, deserted sandy beaches, glorious mountain scenery

which is home to many ethnic minority people, and vast

brilliant green rice fields, delicious cuisine and luxurious hotel

and resorts. The Northern capital, Hanoi, is known as the

artistic and cultural centre of the country, with Hoan Kiem Lake

at heart of the city. In the Old Quarter, at the Temple of

Literature and in the museums the past comes alive. Ho Chi

Minh City (Saigon), in the South, is the commercial powerhouse

of the country, with International hotels, shiny new shopping

malls, old markets, museums, China Town, and café-life. The

city is truly multi-cultural.

The country has seven UNESCO World Heritage sites which

stand testament to its history.

The Lunar New Year festival ‘’Tet’’ is the most important public

holiday and falls on the first day of the first month of the Lunar

calendar. This event is celebrated by Vietnamese everywhere.

Cambodia: bordered by Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam, and by the

Gulf of Thailand. The population is 90% Khmer, and their rich culture is

shaped around the beliefs and teaching of Buddhism. Cambodia is

best known for the World Heritage site of Angkor Wat which lies 5.5

km from Siem Reap. Construction started in 1125 and it is the largest

religious complex in the world. Not far from Siem Reap is The Tonle

Sap, a combined lake and river system of major importance to

Cambodia. It is the largest freshwater lake in S.E.Asia, and is of major

ecological importance.

Phnom Penh is the capital city, located on the confluence of the

Mekong river, the Bassac and the Tonle Sap. The city is developing

with new cafes, restaurants and hotels, but much of the colonial past

has disappeared. However, Tuk-tuks and cyclos are still invade the

streets. The Royal Palace has two magnificient pagodas, the Silver

Pagoda, and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. The National

Museum houses an excellent collection of art from Cambodia’s

‘’golden-age’’ of Angkor. The Khmer people enjoy all their festivals

and the Khmer New Year is the most important. It is celebrated in

mid-April, when everything closes down.

Day 1: HO CHI MINH CITY ARRIVAL (-/-/-)

Upon arrival at Ho Chi Minh City airport meet your guide and transfer to your hotel.

Embark on a half day tour to see Saigon’s historic landmarks. A stroll down Dong Khoi Street (rue Catinat) will

reveal more colonial classics; the Opera House, the former Hotel de ville constructed in 1901, the Notre Dame

Cathedral, the Central Post Office influenced by Renaissance architecture; and the former Presidential Palace. Then

visit Thien Hau temple built by the Cantonese congregation in the early 19th century and Binh Tay market, the

biggest in Viet Nam.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

Day 2: HO CHI MINH CITY – DA LAT (B/-/-)

Transfer by private car from Saigon to Dalat. En route visit coffee and tea plantations.

Overnight in Dalat.

Day 3: DA LAT (B/-/-)

Start your day with a tour of Dalat City and its surroundings. Visit Datanla Waterfall, Thien Vien Truc Lam pagoda a

place of worship for Zen followers. See Da Lat’s Flower Garden, a natural museum, the summer Palace of the last

Emperor of Viet Nam – Bao Dai, and his residence. Then visit the Crazy House, with its unusual architecture.

Embark on a back-in-time train ride and visit the Linh Phuoc pagoda.

Overnight in Da Lat

Day 4: DA LAT – LAK LAKE – BUON ME THUOT (B/-/-)

Visit the unknown National Park of Lak lake by boat. Enjoy a Cong Chieng show and an elephant ride. Take a walk to

visit the M’nong minority, who now live in many small villages in this region.

Overnight in Nha Dai

Day 5: BUON ME THUOT (B/-/-)

Drive to Buon Ma Thuot, the capital of Dac Lac province. Visit the coffee museum and the Ethnographic Museum

which gives you a good overview of the various minorities living in the region. Visit Ede village and gain into insight

the life of this little-known mountain tribe.

Overnight in Buon Me Thuot.

Day 6: BUON ME THUOT – PLEIKU (B/-/-)

Drive through the rural regions of Pleiku. En route, visit some minority villages of the Jarai and Bahnar, who are

living in the border area between Vietnam and Cambodia.

Overnight in Pleiku.

Day 7: PLEIKU – BAN LUNG (B/-/-)

Drive from Pleiku to Banlung, which is known as the "Red City".

Overnight in Banlung.

Day 8: BAN LUNG (B/-/-)

Light trek through dense forests and stunning scenery before we reach the village of Sai Voeune. Further upstream

is Kaoh Chak - the residents here make a living out of making grave stones. Through rubber plantations, and on

towards waterfalls.

Overnight at Banlung

Day 9: BAN LUNG (B/-/-)

Visit some villages around Kroeung. Pass through the area of Veyrum plang, which is of volcanic origin, with a lake

and volcanic rocks. Refresh with a swim in the beautiful Yaklom lake before heading back to the lodge.

Overnight at Banlung

Day 10: BAN LUNG – KRATIE (B/-/-)

Early morning take a stroll through the local market. Drive to Kratie, en route enjoy the dolphins show at the

famous Kampi pool. From Phnom Sambok you will have a fantastic view over the mighty Mekong River.

Overnight at Kratie

Day 11: KRATIE – PHNOM PENH (B/-/-)

Drive towards Phnom Penh.

Overnight in Phnom Penh.

Day 12: PHNOM PENH DEPARTURE (B/-/-)

Cambodia Capital city tour. Visit the National Museum, the Silver Pagoda, the Royal Palace and Wat Phnom hill.

Transfer by air conditioned vehicle to the airport for your onward flight.

“where journeys begin”

TOUR COST : NET PRICE IN USD

Valid 01 January 2014 to 30 April 2014

Categories/ Group size 1 pax 2 pax 3-4 pax 5-6 pax 7-10pax Single Supplement

Standard Category 3,055.00 1,633.00 1,316.00 1000.00 915.00 326.00

All rates are net, quoted per person in U.S.$ in half twin room. Please add the single supplement if you book a

single room (Except on 1 Pax).

Valid 01 May 2014 to 30 September 2014

Categories/ Group size 1 pax 2 pax 3-4 pax 5-6 pax 7-10pax Single Supplement

Standard Category 3,045.00 1,627.00 1,311.00 995.00 909.00 319.00

All rates are net, quoted per person in U.S.$ in half twin room. Please add the single supplement if you book a

single room (Except on 1 Pax).

Surcharge 50 USD per group per day for any booking falling on 30th,, 31st January, 01st ,02nd February 2014 (Lunar

New Year in Vietnam)

Surcharge during Peak Season and Vietnam & Cambodia Public Holidays is applied upon hotels and cruises policies,

please kindly contact our Travel Consultant for your detailed information.

LIST OF HOTEL USAGES:

LOCATION STANDARD CATEGORY

HO CHI MINH CITY Elios Hotel

Superior Room

Add: 233 Pham Ngu Lao, District 1

Tel: 084838385584

Web: www.elioshotel.vn

DA LAT Best Western Dalat Hotel

Superior

09 Le Dai Hanh, Da Lat

Tel: 084636252999

Web: www.dalatplazahotel.com.vn

BUON ME THUOT Saigon Ban Me Hotel

Suite Room

3 Phan Chau Trinh, Buon Ma Thuot

Tel 08450036856666

Web: www.saigonbanmehotel.com.vn

PLEIKU Hoang Anh Gia Lai Pleiku Hotel

Superior Valley View Room

1 Phu Dong, Pleiku, Gia Lai

Tel: 084593718461

Web: www.haglhotelpleiku.vn

BAN LUNG Terres Rouge

Standard Room

Boeung Kansaign, Banlung

Tel: 085512845857

Web: www.ratanakiri-lodge.com

KRATIE Oudom Sambat Hotel

Standard Room

Kratie, Laos

PHNOM PENH Sunway Phnom Penh Hotel

Deluxe Room

No. 1, Street 92, Sangkat Wat Phnom

Tel: 085523430333

Web:

http://phnompenh.sunwayhotels.com/

INCLUDING:

Accomodations based on twin share

Transportation: private car or coach

English-Speaking Guide applied for day-tour only

Meals as mentioned in the program (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)

Entrance Fees

Boat Trip, Gong show, Elephant ride as mentioned in the program

EXCLUDING:

International flight ticket to & out Vietnam and Cambodia

Domestic flight ticket (separate quotation)

Meals not mentioned

Visa letter and Visa stamp fee at the airport

Drinks and personal expenses

Optional tours

Tips and gratuities for tour guide and services

Any other items not mentioned

Peak Season Surcharge, Compulsory Chrismas & New Year Gala Dinner upon Hotels and Cruises’policies (if any)

BOOKING PROCEDURE

Booking will be confirmed on receipt of advance deposit only.

Asia Destinations (ASD) requires 20% advance deposit to hold the booking.

(2) Balance 80% must reach ASD 30 days prior to tour departure date.

LIABILITY

The prices are subject to amendment should the Transporters/ Hoteliers amend their rates prior to

commencement of the tour.

REFUND

After commencement of Travel, no refund in full or in part will be given for services included in the program,

which are not utilized.

HOTEL CHECK IN- CHECK OUT TIME

Hotel Check in time is usually 12h00. Hotel Check out time is usually 14h00.

Extended check in - check out time may be granted subject to availability and agreement with the participating

hotels.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

To travel around ASD highly recommended that participants have travel insurance.