Hanoi to Singapore

Day 1	HANOI Arrive Hanoi.
Day 2	HANOI A free day in this elegant city. You can visit the fascinating Ho Chi Minh Museum, amble through the winding streets of the Old Quarter, or relax in a cafe by Hoam Kien Lake. (B)
Day 3	HILLTRIBE TREK Travel west to Hoa Binh province. We visit the White Thai village of Sa Linh and then make a 3 hour trek to the village of Hang Kia. Our hosts for the evening are the H'mong minority people. Their hospitality allows us to find out a little more of their lives and culture - and they will want to learn about you too! (BLD)
Day 4	HILLTRIBE TREK Following breakfast we set off on foot for Van Village inhabited by White Thai people (7 hrs walking). Our hosts this evening will treat us to a fine meal and stories of life in Van. Watch out for their home brewed rice wine! (BLD)
Day 5	HILLTRIBE TREK A trek this morning to Khoe Village from where we drive back to Hanoi (3 hrs walking). (B)
Day 6	HALONG BAY KAYAKING SAFARI In Halong City we board a private boat to cruise through Halong Bay to the isolated Ho Ba Ham Island. Lunch will be served on board as we cruise. At Ho Ba Ham Island we set up camp then have the rest of the day to explore the area by kayak or on foot. (BLD)
Day 7	HALONG BAY KAYAKING SAFARI More kayaking this morning as we head towards Cat Ba Island. We continue to Hai Phong by local ferry then return to Hanoi. (BL)
Day 8	HANOI Free time today until we board the Reunification Express train to Hue. (B)
Day 9	HUE We spend a day and a half in Hue, famous for its stunning imperial architecture and the Perfume River. Day 10 - (B)
Day 10	As above
Day 11	HOI AN Travel to Hoi An via Ocean Cloud Pass, Danang and China Beach. (B)
Day 12	HOI AN Free day in Hoi An. Travellers love Hoi An's laid back atmosphere. (B)
Day 13	HOI AN - NHA TRANG Early start back to Danang where we catch the Reunification Express to Nha Trang. We arrive early evening and transfer to our hotel. (B)
Day 14	WHALE ISLAND Transfer by road and boat to secluded Whale Island. Two days to swim, laze on pristine beaches or go snorkelling amid lovely coral gardens. (BLD)
Day 15	As above
Day 16	WHALE ISLAND - NHA TRANG Transfer to Nha Trang where there's time to check out the town before we board the overnight train to Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City). (B)
Day 17	SAIGON (HO CHI MINH CITY) Arrive in Saigon and transfer to the hotel. Free day.
Day 18	MEKONG DELTA HOMESTAY A day exploring the area by boat and on foot is a great opportunity to learn about life in the Delta. Tonight we are guests of a local family. (BLD)
Day 19	MEKONG DELTA - SAIGON This morning we visit an authentic floating market before returning to Saigon. (B)
Day 20	SAIGON A free day to explore this fascinating city. (B)
Day 21	PHNOM PENH Early start as we depart by public bus from Saigon. We arrive in the Cambodian capital of Phnom Penh in the late afternoon. (B)
Day 22	PHNOM PENH Fully guided tour to visit Royal Palace, National Museum. We will also take time to uncover the history of Cambodia's recent tragic past with an optional visit to Tuoel Sleng - the former Khmer Rouge torture centre. The visit will also include the Killing Fields at Choeung Ek. (B)
Day 23	PHNOM PENH - SIEM REAP This morning we have an early start and catch a local ferry to Siem Reap, our gateway to a long awaited visit to the incredible Angkor Wat. Afternoon free. (B)
Day 24	ANGKOR WAT A spectacular day of exploration. We rise early for sunrise over Angkor Wat then enjoy a guided tour of the main complex. In the afternoon we visit Angkor Thom, Bayon, Ta Phrom, South gate and the Terrace of the Leper King. (B) DAY 25, SIEM REAP A whole free day to explore Angkor Wat or other surrounding sights such as Lake Tonle Sap or the Old Market. (B) DAY 26, SIEM REAP - BANGKOK Board the local bus from Siem Reap to Bangkok. DAY 27, BANGKOK A free day to check out all that Bangkok has to offer. DAY 28, BANGKOK - RIVER KWAI Early departure from Bangkok. We drive to Kanchanaburi and visit the Bridge over the River Kwai, JEATH Museum and War Cemetery. In the afternoon we continue to Nakhon Pathom for the overnight train journey to Surat Thani. DAY 29, KOH PHA NGAN Travel to Koh Pha Ngan by ferry and continue by jungle pick-up truck to hongnaipan Beach, one of Thailand's most beautiful beaches. Overnight in beach bungalows. DAYS 30-32, KOH PHA NGAN Three full days to do as you please. There is snorkelling and diving, jungle and waterfall walks, boat trips to surrounding highlights. Or you can just laze around on the beach and eat, sleep and swim whenever you want. DAY 33, SURAT THANI Transfer to Surat Thani and overnight train to Malaysia. DAY 34, PENANG Travel via Butterworth to the famous island of Penang with its beautiful colonial buildings and wonderfully atmospheric Chinatown - one of the most exciting in the region. DAY 35, PENANG A free day to explore the markets, beaches and interesting buildings of Penang. DAY 36, CAMERON HIGHLANDS We head back to the mainland and journey south to the spectacular hill country of the Cameron Highlands. DAY 37, CAMERON HIGHLANDS Today you can take jungle walks, visit tea plantations and spice gardens - even pick your own strawberries! DAY 38, KUALA LUMPUR We continue to the capital of Malaysia, an interesting mix of cultures and colonial influences. At night you can visit the famous KL night market. DAY 39, KUALA LUMPUR Free day. Optional visit to the Batu Caves. DAY 40, MELAKA Travel to Melaka, the capital of the Melaka Sultanate. This beautiful town reflects Chinese, Portuguese, Dutch and British influences. The rest of the day is free to wander around. DAY 41, MELAKA A free day to explore this amazing mix of cultures. DAY 42, SINGAPORE Drive to the vibrant city / island state of Singapore and transfer to our hotel. Tonight we have the opportunity to eat together and reflect upon our amazing journey from Bangkok to Singapore. DAY 43, SINGAPORE Tour ends.

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FLIGHT EXCLUSIVE PRICE Local payment USD $400 MAXIMUM GROUP SIZE 18 TREK GRADE B Moderate ARRIVAL TRANSFER Airport transfer to hotel day 1 FULLY ESCORTED By Imaginative Traveller tour leader, services of qualified guides while trekking, kayaking, and in the Mekong Delta, guide at Angkor Wat TRANSPORT Local transport - Reunification Express, minibuses, pick-up trucks, cyclos, local boats, cruiser on Halong Bay, songthaews (pick up trucks), tuk tuks, ferries, sleeper trains ACTIVITIES Hilltribe trek to ethnic minority villages, sea kayaking on Halong Bay, snorkelling, optional hiking in Koh Pha Ngan and the Cameron Highlands ACCOMMODATION 28 nights simple hotels, 2 nights village houses, 1 night camping, 4 nights sleeper train, 2 nights communal beach lodge, 1 night homestay, 4 nights beach bungalows MEALS As per itinerary. B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner. On days where meals are not included, allow US$12 per day ENTRANCE FEES Not included. Allow US$110 LOCAL PAYMENT (COMPULSORY) payable to your tour leader on arrival. This price does not include international flights – prices available on request. This holiday is operated by Imaginative Traveller ATOL 3986 and ICTA.

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