Vietnam PROPOSED ITINERARY DISABILITY GROUP TOUR MAY-JUNE 2020

Today we depart from Sydney to Saigon Meals: In Flight Accommodation: Medallion Hanoi Boutique Hotel/ Deluxe Address: 11 Ma May st., HoanKiem Dist. Tel: (84-4) 3926 1302. Fax: (84-4) 3926 1306 www.medallion-hanoi.com

For a full list of inclusions, highlights, terms and conditions, please contact Simon from Spencer Travel on 0421 705230

Email:- simon.crethar@spencertravel.com.au

Day 1 28 May 2020: -Sydney -Saigon -Hanoi

Fully Supported &

Escorted Tour!

FREE DAY – SLEEP IN AND ENJOY THE HOTEL SURROUNDINGS WELCOME DINNER Meals: BREAKFAST & DINNER Accommodation: Medallion Hanoi Boutique Hotel/ Deluxe Address: 11 Ma May st., HoanKiem Dist. Tel: (84-4) 3926 1302. Fax: (84-4) 3926 1306 www.medallion-hanoi.com

Day 2 29th May 2020: -Hanoi

Free as leisure and your room is available until 18:00,. After check out at hotel (late check-out included), pick up and transfer to Train Station to Lao Cai via overnight Train (leaving Hanoi around 20:35). On the way to Train Station stop at convenient LOCAL restaurant for dinner pre-booked by Meals: Breakfast& Dinner Accommodation: Livitrans Train ( or better) / private cabins Address: Le Duanst., HoanKiem Dist. Tel: (84-8) 3942 9919. Fax: (84-8) 3942 9918 www.livitrantrain.com

Day 4 31st May 2020: -Hanoi -Lao Cai -Sapa via -Livitrain

HANOI CITY TOUR With ochre-coloured colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards and scenic lakes, Hanoi is full of charm. Start the tour at the historic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, an imposing monument lavishly built using marble and granite, and where the preserved body of “Uncle Ho” resides. (Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed every Monday & Friday, all afternoons and from early September until mid November). A short walk from the mausoleum is Ho Chi Minh's stilt house & the lotus shaped One Pillar Pagoda – resting on a single stone pillar emerging from the water. Wind your way afterwards to the Temple of Literature, the first University for the sons of mandarins, for an overview about Hanoian culture and appreciation for ancient Vietnamese architecture. Lunch will be served at local restaurant. Back to the hotel for a rest and then then cap off the day with a show at the water puppet theatre(current show time 17:00 – 17:45) - a uniquely northern Vietnamese art form depicting scenes of rural life and episodes of national history. Meals: Breakfast and Lunch Accommodation: Medallion Hanoi Boutique Hotel/ Deluxe

Day 3 30th May 2020: -Hanoi

Day 5 1st June 2020: -Sapa

At an elevation of 1600 metres, Sapa is a delightful former French hill station situated in the mountainous region of Vietnam’s northwest, close to the Chinese border. The region is home to many ethnic minority groups each wearing their traditional, colourful attire. Arrival Lao Cai at 5.30 am in the morning, pick up and transfer to Chau Long hotel at Sapa for EARLYcheck-in, freshen up with hot shower and having breakfast.

Afternoon walking tour of Sapa to explore the sights Meals: Breakfast& Lunch Accommodation: Chau Long Hotel/ ROH - Standard/Superior (included early check-in) Address: 24 Dong Loist. Tel: (84-20) 3871 245. Fax: (84-20) 3871 844 www.chaulonghotel.com

Day 7 03rd June 2020: -Sapa -Lao Cai -Overnighht -Train to Hanoi

Free day to explore Sapa and do some shopping before we have a late checkout to drive3 hours to Lao Caistation for the overnight sleeping train back to Hanoi. We will stop at a local restaurant for Dinner. The train departs at 20.05, arrives Hanoi at around 4.30am. Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Accommodation: Livitrans( or better) Train/ private cabins

TREKKING LAO CHAI – TA VAN – GIANG TA CHAI Drive 30 minutes south of Sapa town into the Muong Hoa valley, home to the largest terraced rice fields in Vietnam. If your visit is between May and October, it will coincide with the planting and harvesting time, and provides a chance to see the local farmers in action. The walk takes you from Lao Chai village of the Black Hmong minority to Ta Van village of the Giay minority. The magnificent views of the terraced fields, Fansipan mountain range and the cool climate all contribute to an excellent experience. Enjoy boxed lunch on the way. Continue to trek through farmlands and rolling hills to Giang Ta Chai village to visit Red Dao people. Return to Sapa by car. Note: -  (The group have disabilities and some maybe in

wheelchairs so we need to ensure that there is a VAN that can take some of the guests and not walking all of the long trek. We will need to have small shuttle bus available to follow in case anyone need to get in van and not walk.

Meals: Breakfast& Lunch

Day 6 02nd June 2020: -Sapa

Relaxing day on the Junk, enjoying Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, and stretch your legs reading book on the sundeck or swim around if weather permits. After dinner, you might want to try luck at squid fishing from the boat with the crew. Meals: Breakfast &Lunch and Dinner Accommodation: Marguerite Cruise (private cabin)/ Deluxe 3D2N◊ www.margueritejunk.com

Day 9 05th June 2020: -Halong Charter Marguerite Junk

Upon arrival to Hanoi, pick up and depart for a 3.5 hour drive to Halong Bay with a quick rest stop for breakfast. On arrival in Halong Bay, board your junk, settle into your cabin and prepare your appetite for an enjoyable lunch on deck. Mid-afternoon, enjoy kayaking to explore Luon cave, where the cliffs are reflected in the clear water and time seems to have stand still. Then stretch your legs reading book on the sundeck or swim around if weather permits. After dinner, you might want to try luck at squid fishing from the boat with the crew. Meals: Breakfast &Lunch and Dinner Accommodation: Marguerite Cruise (private cabin)/ Deluxe 3D2N◊ www.margueritejunk.com

Day 8 04th June 2020: -Hanoi Train Station

-Halong charter Marguerite Junk

Day 10 06th June 2020: -Halong -Hanoi -Danang -Hoi An

After breakfast, explore Sung Sot grotto where stalactites hanging from the high ceiling takes on numerous shapes and forms. Join a cooking demonstration with spring rolls making and flower carvings. By mid afternoon, cruise to Ba Hang floating village located in a secluded place to see the real life of local fishermen community. Enjoy lunch set menu served on board while heading back to the jetty around late morning. Transfer to Hanoi with light snack provided en route. Upon arrival Hanoi, transfer to airport for flight to Danang. After landing at Danang airport, meet up with guide, vehicle for transfer to hotel at Hoi An Meals: Breakfast and Lunch(on cruise) Accommodation: Vinh Hung Emerald Resort/ Deluxe Pool View River View ◊ Address: An Hoi Islet, Hoi An City, Quang Nam Province, Viet Nam Tel: (84-510) 3934 999. Fax: (84-510) 3934 998 www.vinhhungemeraldresort.com

Free at leisure until late afternoon then meet up with vehicle transfer to RED BRIDGE COOKING CLASS where you have a chance to freshen up before beginning your class. Work together with the Red Bridge Chef who teaches you the traditional ways of preparing and cooking Vietnamese food from scratch. Use the freshest ingredients and traditional Vietnamese utensils to prepare four famous dishes, including the national dish ‘Pho’. After class, enjoy a short feedback session and take the chance to savour the dishes you have prepared. Bid farewell to the chef and board a local boat for a short cruise along the Hoi An River back to central Hoi An. Meals: Breakfast and Dinner Accommodation: Vinh Hung Emerald Resort/ Deluxe Pool View River View ◊

Day 12 08th June 2020: -Hoi An (Red

Bridge cooking class in the afternoon)

WALKING TOUR Between the 17th and 19th centuries, Hoi An was a prosperous trading port. Today, this World Heritage-listed ancient town boasts well-preserved buildings, pedestrianized streets and unique cuisine, allowing visitors a glimpse of its illustrious past. The narrow lanes are ideal for a guided walking tour. There is plenty to visit including the old merchant’s houses with influences from Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese architecture; the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge; the Assembly Hall of the Chaozhou Chinese Congregation with outstanding wood carvings; and the colourful market with stalls brimming with local specialties including silk, which can be turned into fashionable garments within a day or two. Lunch will be server at Tam Tam restaurant. The remainder of the day is free at leisure. Meals: Breakfast and Lunch Accommodation: Vinh Hung Emerald Resort/ 0 Deluxe Pool River View

Day 11 07th June 2020: -Hoi An

Day 13 09th June 2020: -Hoi An

Full day is free at leisure Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Vinh Hung Emerald Resort/ Deluxe Pool View River View

This morning we take a cyclo tour around Saigon with a visit to War Remnant Museum (this is the only place the group will go inside to visit), Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Old Post Office, Saigon Opera House. Free afternoon Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Liberty Central Hotel/ Deluxe Address: 179 Le Thanh Ton st., Dist. 1 Tel: (84-8) 3823 9269. Fax: (84-8) 3823 9270 www.libertycentralhotel.com

Day 15 1th June 2020: -Saigon

Free at leisure until vehicle pick you up at the hotel and transfer to the airport for flight to Saigon. Upon arrival, pick up and transfer to your hotel for check-in and relax. Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Liberty Central Hotel/ Deluxe Address: 179 Le Thanh Ton st., Dist. 1 Tel: (84-8) 3823 9269. Fax: (84-8) 3823 9270 www.libertycentralhotel.com

Day 14 10th June 2020: -Hoi An -Danang -Saigon

Day 16 12th June 2020: -Saigon

Market shopping, City tour and then back to the hotel to rest until vehicle pick up and transfer to the Bonsai River Cruise restaurant for Dinner. After finishing restaurant, transfer back to your hotel. Meals: Breakfast and Dinner Accommodation: Liberty Central Hotel/ Deluxe Address: 179 Le Thanh Ton st., Dist. 1 Tel: (84-8) 3823 9269. Fax: (84-8) 3823 9270 www.libertycentralhotel.com

Day 17 13th June 2020: -Saigon -Departure

Free at leisure to pick up our laundry, last minute massage and pack our bags, until vehicle pick you up at the hotel and transfer to the airport for international departure flight. Room is available until late afternoon 18:00, to avoid for waiting at airport. Meals: Breakfast

Day 18 14th June 2020: -Arrival into Sydney

This Morning we arrive into Sydney at 0915am and transfer to our home ports.

HIGHLIGHTS THAT ARE INCLUDED §  Return Economy Airfares Sydney- Saigon - Sydney §  Air Tax ex Australia and Vietnam §  Internal Vietnam Flights §  Private Transfers §  17 Nights Hotel Accommodation (TWIN SHARE) ( Includes

Junk Boat on Halong Bay & Train §  Tours & Entrance Fees as listed on itinerary §  Meals as listed on itinerary ( 15 breakfast, 7 Lunch and 7

Dinners) §  Supported by our professional Disability Support Personnel §  Local Tipping

ADDITIONAL COSTS WHICH ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE TOUR §  Travel Insurance – COMPULSORY for this tour at a cost

FROM AUD250 per person ( based on no pre existing conditions which are not automatically covered and clients aged up to 59 years. Pre existing loadings are payable in addition

§  Daily lunches & Dinners not mentioned on daily itinerary, personal spending money, souvenirs and gifts.

§  Single Supplement if you require your own room or do not wish to share. Single Supplement additional $1490 pp

FUN | AFFORDABLE | ASSISTED

Vietnam – May 2020

A deposit of $1000 is required to secure your place and there are only 16 places, so get in quick! We have already had a huge expression of interest in this tour already. THOSE GUESTS WHO HAVE NDIS PLANS MAY BE ABLE TO USE CORE SUPPORT FUNDING FOR THE SUPPORT COMPONENT THEREFORE, REDUCING THE ABOVE COST. SPEAK TO YOUR SUPPORT CO ORDINATOR Don’t miss out!

A suggested spending money amount based on similar trip lengths and destination is $1200. This is a guide only and guests money will be accounted for on a client spending sheet and we can assist with money and spending/purchases. Your investment in this amazing holiday is as follows. Remember at aspire Supported Holidays all of our prices INCLUDE International Airfares on full service airlines and the prices below include your domestic connections and overnight accommodation. NO MORE TO PAY.

1:4 Ratio

1:1 Ratio

Sydney 7499 9499

Newcastle 7899 9799

Northern Rivers 7999 9799

Melbourne 7999 9799