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Immerse yourself in the rich historic and cultural heritage of Cambodia and

Vietnam. This special adventure enables us to sample the Old World charm in this

pocket of Asia that was part of the former French Indochina. Equally as evocative

are the oriental influences that stem from a historic mix of Asian traders, settlers

and indigenous people that have made this part of the world a cornerstone for

empires and colonies. By paying homage to ancient Angkor, you will visit one of

the world's greatest archaeological treasures. Visiting Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

and Hanoi, you will uncover that vibrant mix of the various major influences.

Hoi An and Halong Bay unveil places of eternal beauty that have played their part

in Vietnam's history. The heritage of both Cambodia and Vietnam combines

eastern cultures with western influences, resulting in the somewhat eclectic and

magical mix that we enjoy today.

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Day 1Day 1Day 1Day 1 //// SundaySundaySundaySunday 8888thththth March 2015March 2015March 2015March 2015 Siem ReapSiem ReapSiem ReapSiem Reap Sua s'dei! Welcome to Cambodia. Upon arrival in Siem Reap, you will be met and transferred to the hotel. You will meet your tour

leader at a pre-trip briefing. After a pre-trip briefing, you can adjourn for a optional dinner at a local restaurant.

Overnight:Overnight:Overnight:Overnight: Steung Siem Reap Hotel

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You will spend a full day visiting the amazing temples of Angkor on a guided

tour. Angkor Thom, the 'Great Royal City', is famous for its series of colossal

human faces carved in stone. It is an early morning start as you travel out to

Banteay Srei, famous for its detailed and intricate stone carvings. It is not a big

temple, but has been sometimes referred to as ‘the jewel in the crown of

Angkorian art’. Back at the main temple complex, Preah Khan contains a maze

of vaulted corridors and is another complex that has been largely reclaimed by

the jungle.

You have the opportunity to visit the Sala Bai Hotel School where underprivileged local youths learn skills that enable them to find

gainful employment in the hospitality industry. You enjoy a lunch prepared by students at the school (please note that this is closed

on public holidays and school holidays and an alternative restaurant will be used).

The impressive Bayon temple is the centrepiece. Angkor Wat is the largest and most complete structure. It is the only one of

Angkor's temples with its entrance facing to the west (the others face east), the reason being that it was constructed as a funerary

temple for King Suryavarman II and a westerly countenance was seen to represent a sunset. Ta Prohm temple is an incredible

sight, with large trees embedding themselves in the stone foundations of the structure. This demonstrates the true feebleness of

man’s creations when confronted with the powerful force of nature. You will end the day with a sunset view of the temples.


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This morning is free at leisure. You can relax around the pool, have a massage or head to the markets which are a great place to

shop or to try some cheap, delicious street food.

In the afternoon we head out to visit Tonle Sap, the world’s most productive bodies of fresh water. In the wet season the lake

swells to 12,000 km². During the dry half of the year, the lake shrinks to as small as 2500 km², draining into the Tonle Sap River.

Each year, millions of fish come to spawn in the seasonally flooded forest surrounding the lake, attracting a myriad of water birds

as well as people, who have settled in villages along the shores and whose lives are shaped by the rhythm of the water. This

ecosystem was classified as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1997. Take a boat trip around the lake to see floating villages and

get a taste for life ruled by monsoonal rains and water-based agriculture.


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Today is our opportunity to be able to make a contribution to this poverty

stricken area. In morning we will travel to the Cambodian country side to the

Children’s Development Village (run by the monks of the Life and Hope

Association). We will travel between 60 – 90 minutes from Siem Reap (travel

time is dependent on road conditions). Once we arrive at the village our

contribution will allow us to pay for the rice for underprivileged poor families for

a month. The monks will ask us to hand the rice out to the families, a very

humbling experience. (These families receive the rice for sending their kids to

school). We can also buy some fresh fruit at the local market for the kids at the

local orphanage. Second hand clothing for the children and parents is always

welcome, note small sizes and modest clothing (no wool), Panadol (or a

generic brand), Band-Aids and sanitary products are always welcome.

After our visit we take an afternoon flight to Phnom Penh Capital. On arrival, check-in at hotel and the rest of the day is free for your

own activities. During your free time after dinner, you might even choose to have a relaxing drink at the Foreign Correspondents’

Club, a great way to spend your evening.

Overnight:Overnight:Overnight:Overnight: Ohana Palace Hotel

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A full city tour will introduce you to the sights of Phnom Penh, a city that lies near the confluence of the Mekong and the Tonle Sap

Rivers. The private quarters of the Royal Palace are home to King Sihamoni and are therefore closed to the public; however, you

will be able to visit the Silver Pagoda that lies in the palace complex, which is the most sacred temple in the country and was

previously spared from destruction by the Khmer Rouge. You can make an optional visit to Wat Phnom, the temple that gave rise

to the foundation of the city in the 15th century. The bloody rule of the Khmer Rouge is a painful, but unavoidable, part of

Cambodia's recent history and visits to the Tuol Sleng Prison Museum and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek tell the story of this

tragic legacy. (Note: These sites are a major part of sightseeing in Phnom Penh; however, if you do not wish to visit either of them,

please inform your tour leader.) An ideal way to spend your the evening in is to relax in a cafe by the riverfront.

Overnight:Overnight:Overnight:Overnight: Ohana Palace Hotel

Day 6Day 6Day 6Day 6 //// FridayFridayFridayFriday 13131313thththth March 2015March 2015March 2015March 2015 HanoiHanoiHanoiHanoi Meals Included:Meals Included:Meals Included:Meals Included: 1 Breakfast

You will be transferred back to the airport, where you will say goodbye to Cambodia and fly to Hanoi, Vietnam. Please note that

you are likely to be unescorted on this flight and will be met on arrival in Hanoi by your Vietnamese tour leader or a local

representative and transferred to your hotel. This northern capital is a quiet, contradiction of its southern counterpart. Its relaxed

ambience is a joy, with exploration best on foot or bicycle. Hanoi is one of Asia's most enchanting cities and, until our Welcome

Meeting this evening, we encourage you to get out and discover the delights that the city has to offer. Make sure that you take a

hotel business card so that you will be able to find your way back to the hotel. Your tour leader here will organise a pre-trip briefing

to discuss the Vietnam part of your trip. Please note that your tour leader will collect your travel insurance details at the meeting, so

please bring them along with you. This meeting is generally followed by an optional group meal out at one of Hanoi's many

fantastic eating spots. After dinner there is also an option to enjoy a performance of the unique Water Puppets.

Overnight:Overnight:Overnight:Overnight: Lan Vien Hotel

Day 7Day 7Day 7Day 7 //// SaturdaySaturdaySaturdaySaturday 14141414thththth March 2015March 2015March 2015March 2015 HanoiHanoiHanoiHanoi Meals Included:Meals Included:Meals Included:Meals Included: 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch

Today you will take a guided half-day tour of Hanoi, visiting the major sights, including the Temple of Literature, One Pillar Pagoda,

and paying homage to Vietnam’s most famous revolutionary, Ho Chi Minh. The tour will also include lunch at the KOTO café, an

amazing project aimed at providing vocational training and experience in the hospitality industry for underprivileged young people.

Overnight:Overnight:Overnight:Overnight: Lan Vien Hotel

Day 8Day 8Day 8Day 8 //// SundaySundaySundaySunday 15151515thththth March 2015March 2015March 2015March 2015 Halong BayHalong BayHalong BayHalong Bay Meals Included:Meals Included:Meals Included:Meals Included: 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

You can leave your luggage behind at the Hanoi hotel and pack an overnight

bag. It is a three-hour drive to famous Halong Bay, listed as a UNESCO

World Heritage site and one of Vietnam’s most spectacular natural wonders.

The views of sailing junks navigating past over 3000 limestone islands with

rocky outcrops are nothing short of spectacular. You will travel to Bai Chay

(Halong City West) where you will board a boat for an exploration of the bay,

enjoying a seafood lunch and dinner (non-seafood also available), as well as

spending a night on board. We visit one cave in the area and, in the warmer

months, you can enjoy a swim. Conditions may be somewhat more

communal compared to the usual hotel setting, but spending a night on the

bay is such a wonderful experience. If the weather is obliging, the views at sunset are especially incredible.

There are only limited numbers of cabins on each boat, so the Single Supplement does not apply on the Halong Bay cruise, as all

accommodation here is on a twin-share basis. All boats used by Peregrine have twin-share cabins with en suite facilities and air-

conditioning. You may also have the chance to do some kayaking (optional and extra cost involved) while on Halong Bay.

Overnight:Overnight:Overnight:Overnight: Boat

Day 9Day 9Day 9Day 9 //// MondayMondayMondayMonday 16161616thththth March 2015March 2015March 2015March 2015 Hoi AnHoi AnHoi AnHoi An Meals Included:Meals Included:Meals Included:Meals Included: 1 Breakfast

In the morning you will sail back to the port, where you will disembark and drive back to Hanoi Airport and fly to Danang today,

where you will enjoy some sightseeing en route to Hoi An. China Beach (locally known as My Khe Beach), enjoyed as an 'R & R'

spot during the Vietnam War, lies against a backdrop of the sensational Marble Mountains. The five peaks, which are actually

limestone with marble outcrops, are seen to epitomise the five elements: fire, water, earth, wood and metal. The history of the

mountains is rich. The Champas once used them for religious purposes, but in more recent times became a haven for the Viet

Cong, with their clear view of the Danang air base - at one time the busiest airport in the world. You will arrive in Hoi An in the

afternoon and settle in for your three-night stay in this historical ‘oasis’.

Overnight:Overnight:Overnight:Overnight: Hoi An Hotel

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Hoi An was originally a Cham port town, but has been influenced by a myriad of traders from various cultures. There is a distinctly

Chinese appearance with pagodas and assembly halls scattered along the small streets. Hoi An was once a bustling port in

centuries gone by, before the river silted up. Today it is a delightful backwater town with an air of liveliness about it. The tranquility

and charm of Hoi An, coupled with its low tiled houses, makes it one of the most delightful places to visit in Vietnam. It is a

consistent favourite among travellers and staff alike. A tour will take you to a historic house (formerly home to a prominent trader),

the Japanese Covered Bridge, a Chinese assembly hall and a museum. You will enjoy a free afternoon and another full free day to

make the most of delightful Hoi An and its surrounding areas. The market is a good place to buy silk that can be made up into fine

garments, all within a day. Close to town there is a nice beach, which can be reached easily by bicycle.


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This morning you are free to relax by the pool, or go try on the clothes you are getting tailored. In the afternoon, we take a half day

of cooking class where we get to learn more about Vietnamese cooking while immersing ourselves in the daily life of the local

people. We start with a welcome drink at Hai Café -our meeting point.

Visit Hoi An’s colourful market, and experience the amazing sights, sounds and aromas of this busy market. We will have the

opportunity to interact with the local sellers and learn about all the ingredients to be

used in the cooking lesson later. We board the Red Bridge boat for a leisurely cruise

(25 minutes) along the Hoi An River to the Red Bridge Cooking School. This is a

chance to view local river life, so make sure your camera is handy.

On arrival, we explore the cooking school’s herb garden, before learning about some

of Hoi An’s and Vietnam’s well-known dishes. The cooking lesson runs for about 2

hours – the Red Bridge chefs first demonstrate each dish before we prepare the same

dish ourselves. Included in the class is a brief introduction to Vietnamese food carving

(plate decoration). After the lesson, we sit down and eat what we have cooked.


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You will be transferred back to the airport and fly to Ho Chi Minh City.

Ho Chi Minh City is the largest city in Vietnam and the nation's economic capital. A short city tour takes you to the Reunification

Palace, War Remnants Museum and Notre Dame Cathedral, and will allow you to admire the many beautiful French colonial

buildings, such as the main post office and the former Hotel de Ville (city hall).The bustling BinhTay Market in Cholon (Chinatown)

will offer you a new perspective on the city; you will see the abundance of fresh local produce that is such an important feature of

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Today you will head out of town to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels. Cu Chi is actually the name

of the district that covers an extensive underground network (approximately 200

kilometres) of tunnels dug initially by the Viet Minh and later expanded by the Viet Cong.

The tunnels contained hospitals, plus accommodation and schools, and were used

extensively for refuge and storage and also utilised as a military base for the Viet Cong

close to Ho Chi Minh City. The 1968 Tet Offensive was launched from Cu Chi with

surprising effect. A section of the tunnels has been widened to allow tourists to get a

feel for what the life underground must have been like (please note that this will be hot

and sweaty and also a bit claustrophobic!). The afternoon is free at leisure

Overnight:Overnight:Overnight:Overnight: Asian Ruby 1 Hotel

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It’s your final day in Vietnam and you have free time until you are transferred to the airport in the late afternoon. We will have a few

day rooms for use to store luggage and freshen up in.

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YOUR TRIPYOUR TRIPYOUR TRIPYOUR TRIP What's IncludedWhat's IncludedWhat's IncludedWhat's Included

• The services of Peregrine's expert English-speaking local tour leaders throughout the tour and local guides at some sites.

• Sightseeing (including entrance fees where relevant): Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm, Angkor Wat, Banteay Srei, Tonle Sap

Cruise

• Sightseeing (including entrance fees where relevant): Preah Khan, Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, Tuol Sleng Prison

Museum, Killing Fields of Choeung Ek

• Sightseeing (including entrance fees where relevant): Cu Chi Tunnels, Marble Mountain, China Beach and Hanoi (One

Pillar Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh’s House and Temple of Literature).

• Local flights: Siem Reap to Phnom Penh Phnom, Penh to Hanoi, Hanoi to Danang and Danang to Ho Chi Minh City

• Lunch at Sala Bai Hotel School prepared by underprivileged local youths who are training to work in the hospitality

industry.

• Hoi An walking tour.

• Visit to Life and Hope Association (from Siem Reap).

• Overnight cruise on a traditional boat on Halong Bay, enjoying a seafood lunch and dinner (non-seafood also available)

and resting in twin-share cabins with en suite facilities and air-conditioning.

• Lunch at KOTO café in Hanoi – a project providing vocational hospitality training and experience to underprivileged young

people.

• Vietnam Cooking Class.

• Day use rooms in Ho Chi Minh City

• Arrival and departure group airport transfer.

SUMMARY OF ACCOMMODASUMMARY OF ACCOMMODASUMMARY OF ACCOMMODASUMMARY OF ACCOMMODATION, TRANSPORT & METION, TRANSPORT & METION, TRANSPORT & METION, TRANSPORT & MEALSALSALSALS

TRANSPORTTRANSPORTTRANSPORTTRANSPORT

• Boat

• Private vehicle

• Plane

ACCOMMODATIONACCOMMODATIONACCOMMODATIONACCOMMODATION

• 1 night Boat

• 13 nights Comfortable Hotel

MEALSMEALSMEALSMEALS

• 13 breakfasts

• 4 lunches

• 2 dinners

NonNonNonNon----included Mealsincluded Mealsincluded Mealsincluded Meals

Some meals are included on your trip (except for North America trips - please refer to your day-to-day itinerary). However,

sometimes we think you'll benefit from getting out and discovering the local cuisine. So when a meal is not included, it's a great

opportunity to try something new. For group trips, ask your leader for tips on where to get the best meal, or you might decide to

dine out as a group and experience the fun together.

Not IncludedNot IncludedNot IncludedNot Included

• International long-haul flights

• Airport departure taxes

• Visas

• Insurance

• Other meals

• Any optional tours and activities during free time

• Tips

• Items of a personal nature.

• Daily budget

WHAT TO KNOWWHAT TO KNOWWHAT TO KNOWWHAT TO KNOW VaccinationsVaccinationsVaccinationsVaccinations Vaccinations may be required for this trip. Please talk to your doctor about the up-to-date information for this region. We're travel

experts, not doctors and defer to the medicos when it comes to inoculations.

Visas and PermitsVisas and PermitsVisas and PermitsVisas and Permits Please ensure that you have all required visas for your trip – this is your responsibility. Rules and regulations governing the

issuance of visas are constantly changing, and vary for different nationalities and you should check visa requirements with your

travel agent or relevant consular authority well before travel.

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Visas can be organised on arrival, or in advance. If you wish to obtain you visa prior to departure please contact the embassy or

consulate and allow approx 3 weeks for the visa to be processed.

If you are obtaining your visa on arrival at the airport or at a border crossing you can do so for approx US$25.00 (cost subject to

change) - you will need a passport photo if you wish to do this.

Most countries can obtain their visa on arrival including, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Germany, Ireland, Netherlands, New Zealand,

South Africa, Switzerland, United Kingdom and the USA. If your country is not listed above please contact your embassy.

The above information has been put together as a guide. We do endeavour to update this information as much as possible but it’s

also important that you check for yourself as visas are the responsibility of the traveller.

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You will need to obtain your Vietnam visa in advance. When obtaining your visa for Vietnam you should allow 3 weeks for

processing, the cost is approx USD$60 to USD$100.00 (subject to change). Some nationalities are exempt from requiring a visa if

their stay is less than 15 days, but if you are planning on staying in Vietnam for longer than 15 days you will need to obtain a visa

extension in advance.

Keep the customs and immigration form you receive on arrival, as you need it to complete exit formalities on departure.

If your visa application asks for a point of contact, please write: PEAK Vietnam 57A Nguyen Khac Hieu St, Hanoi, Vietnam Ph +84 4

3715 0996.

The above information has been put together as a guide. We do endeavor to update this information as much as possible but it’s

also important that you check for yourself as visas are the responsibility of the traveller.

InsuranceInsuranceInsuranceInsurance You are required to have travel insurance before heading off on a Peregrine trip. Insurance can be organised by your Peregrine

representative or your travel agent.

Responsible TravelResponsible TravelResponsible TravelResponsible Travel Our Responsible Travel ethos is at the heart of everything we do, from getting the basics right like respecting local cultures and the

environment, to initiating projects that make positive contributions to communities, to our staff’s fundraising efforts and offsetting

our carbon emissions.

Please visit our Responsible Travel (http://www.peregrineadventures.com/rt) page for more information.

Customs and CultureCustoms and CultureCustoms and CultureCustoms and Culture Our Pre Departure Information or Travel Dossier (provided upon booking a trip) provides tips on how you can show respect for the

local customs and culture in the country you are travelling in. Your leader will also help steer you though the complexities of local

cultural norms.

FURTHER READINGFURTHER READINGFURTHER READINGFURTHER READING CambodiaCambodiaCambodiaCambodia A History of Cambodia-David Chandler Brother Number One (A Political Biography of Pol Pot)-David Chandler Sihanouk (Prince of

Light, Prince of Darkness-Milton Osbourne A Dragon Apparent-Norman Lewis Angkor (An Introduction to the Temples)-Dawn

Rooney Angkor: An Introduction-George Coedes River of Time-Jon Swain Angkor Heart of Asian Empire-Sharon AuRick

Cambodia-Lonely Planet

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There are a number of books which make interesting reading and provide insight in the history, politics and culture of the country.

Suggestions are: The Quiet American- Graham Greene The Sacred Willow-Duong Van Mai Elliot Paradise of the Blind-Duong Thu

Huong Vietnam: Yesterday & Today -Ellen Hammer One Crowded Hour- Tim Bowden Catfish and Mandala-Andrew X Pham

Hitchhiking Vietnam-Karin Muller Vietnam- Lonely Planet A Bright Shining Lie-Neil Sheehan (on the Vietnam-American War)

IMPORTANT INFORMATIOIMPORTANT INFORMATIOIMPORTANT INFORMATIOIMPORTANT INFORMATIONNNN Local Tour LeadersLocal Tour LeadersLocal Tour LeadersLocal Tour Leaders

By employing and training local guides to lead our group holidays, there is a two-fold benefit. Firstly, we provide employment

opportunities for the local community. Just as importantly is the benefit to you, the traveller. Your tour leader’s friendship, humour,

passion and intimate knowledge of the region will be key factors in making your holiday a success. Peregrine will use different tour

leaders to run the various sectors of this particular trip. We will have a local leader for Vietnam and Cambodia respectively. You will

be unescorted on the flight from Phnom Penh to Hanoi.

Infrastructure and Tet Holiday PeriodInfrastructure and Tet Holiday PeriodInfrastructure and Tet Holiday PeriodInfrastructure and Tet Holiday Period

Please note that Cambodia and Vietnam are developing countries whose infrastructure may differ from what you expect in your

homeland. Expect poor road conditions and be prepared for some inconveniences due to such things as restaurants or tourist sites

being closed and our regular transport services not always being available, especially so during the Tet holiday period (Vietnamese

New Year).

During Tet, most businesses will be closed as Vietnamese people usually spend this period returning to their homes and

celebrating with their families. This will involve a major burden on all forms of transport, and despite booking in advance, tickets for

planes and trains especially are extremely difficult to obtain. Even if bookings are obtained, transport services during this period will

be overcrowded and heavy delays are to be expected, so you will need to make sure that you pack your sense of humour. In order

to facilitate your travels during the Tet period, we may need to substitute your train/plane journey with a private bus trip, if required.

GENERAL CONTACT DETAGENERAL CONTACT DETAGENERAL CONTACT DETAGENERAL CONTACT DETAILSILSILSILS

Phone: 1300 854 439

E-mail: [email protected]

Web: Visit Peregrine

ABOUT THIS INFORMATIABOUT THIS INFORMATIABOUT THIS INFORMATIABOUT THIS INFORMATIONONONON The information provided here is given in good faith and has been compiled with all reasonable care. However, things change and

some of the information may become out of date. Please keep this in mind when you read it and check with us if you want to be

sure about something. The document was correct at time of printing, but you can check online for the most up to date version. If

you have any queries, please contact your travel agent or our staff in Australia. We are here to help you!

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