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RETURN TO VIETNAM : VETERANS TOUR - 8 Days Tours


Valid : 01/11/2007 - 31/10/2008
Trip Overview
Valid : 01/11/2007 - 31/10/2008, Rates per person based on Sharing Twin in
 - Number of Persons -
 Hotel Class   1   2   3-6   7-10   Single Surcharge 
 Standard Class  1,348 786 680 556 133
 First Class  1,448 836 730 606 176
 Superior Class  1,771 998 891 768 320
 Deluxe Class  2,208 1,216 1,110 986 515
* All prices inclusive of taxes and hotel service charge, unless stated otherwise in the Exclusions
below No extra charges and no minimum for credit cards
Full Board Supplement***
- Standard Class : USD 128.70 / Persons
- First Class : USD 144.00 / Persons
- Superior Class : USD 156.00 / Persons
- Deluxe Class : USD 171.50 / Persons
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Inclusion :
What all is included in this trip
   Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
  Accommodation: twin sharing room at the mentioned hotels
  English or French speaking guide
  Entrance fee to indicated sights
  Air ticket Ho Chi Minh Hue, Danang Ho Chi Minh
  Meal as indicated: B = breakfast, L = lunch
  Boat trip in Hue
 
Exclusion : What is not included in the trip price
  Other meals
  Tip
  Drinks
  Airport tax
  Single room
  Personal expenses
  Insurance
  International flights
  Visa fee
Remarks :
+ VIETNAM IS A DEVELOPPING COUNTRY WHOSE INFRASTRUCTURE MAY DIFFER FROM WHAT YOU EXPECT FROM YOUR HOME LAND. THE ROAD CONDITIONS ARE POOR AND THE ACCOMMODATION MAY BE BASIC IN REMOTE AREAS
 
  + THE ITINERARY IS CORRECTED AT THE TIME OF VIEWING. OCCASIONALLY, THE PROGRAMME CHANGES AS WE MAKE IMPROVEMENT STEMING FROM OUR PAST TRAVELLERS' COMMENTS AND OUR OWN RESEARCH OR DUE TO LOCAL CONDITIONS OR CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND OUR CONTROL. THIS INCLUDES FESTIVAL, PUBLIC HOLIDAYS, WEATHER AND FLIGHT DELAY,.. THAT MAY EFFECT THE ITINERARY.
 
  + THERE ARE NOT POSSIBLE TO LIST ALL MILITARY UNITS AT THE ABOVE LOCATIONS. IN ADDITION, THE LOCATIONS MAY BE CHANGED IN ORDER TO VISIT ADDITIONAL POINT OF IMPORTANCE TO TOUR MEMBERS EXCLUSION IN THE ABOVE ITINERARY. SOME LISTED WAR SITES ARE STILL A RESTRICTED AREA THEREFORE YOU MAY NOT ALLOWED TO GET INSIDE OR TAKE PICTURES.
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Itinerary : Your Tour Program
Day 1  ARRIVAL - HO CHI MINH : On arrival at Tan San Nhat Airport, you are met by our guide and transferred to hotel. The bustling Ho Chi Minh City, still called Saigon by many locals, is a center of commerce, finance, culture and tourism in Vietnam. This metropolis ,contradiction of its northern counterpart, is crowded with bikes and motorbikes, excited by numerous shopping areas and sidewalk caf?s. ( If time permits) we stroll around the down town to explore the different local ways of life.
Overnight : at hotel   

Day 2  HO CHI MINH : Today we spend a full day exploring the captivating Ho Chi Minh City. The most places of interest are located near the town center. We pass by the now-demolished wartime American Embassy on our way to the Reunification Palace. This famous mansion was a former residence of the President of Southern Vietnam until end of April 1975. Close to the palace are some striking French colonial structures including the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Old Sai Gon Post Office. Upon leaving these landmarks we drive to see the crowded Saigon�s Chinatown, locally named Cho Lon, which is crammed with fascinating temples as well as mysterious and narrow lanes. We follow it with a visit to the Jade Emperor Pagoda and the War remnant exhibit with a wealth of images from the notorious conflicts. The sightseeing ends up with a walk around the retail Ben Thanh Market where anything and everything is for sale!
Overnight : at hotel   
Meals :  Breakfast
Day 3  HO CHI MINH - HUE : The following destination of our trip is Hue via a short flight from Ho Chi Minh. On arrival you are greeted by our guide and transferred to hotel. Along the way we make stop to catch a look of the Camp Eagle. The charming Hue Town is widely known for magnificent architecture, pagodas and royal tombs laid in many small villages and surrounding hills. We spend this afternoon to visit Hue with the massive citadel, containing the Imperial City and the Purple Forbidden City. This royal residence was all but destroyed during the 1968 Tet Offensive, however it is still fascinating to stroll among the ruins. The sightseeing also includes a walk to the bustling Dong Ba Market that sells a wide variety of local goods and handicrafts. Along the way we pass by many fantastic eating spots, ideal places for visitors to sample some local delicacies.
Overnight : at hotel   
Meals :  Breakfast
Day 4  HUE - QUANG TRI - DMZ : The demilitarized zone is a major part of our expedition in central Vietnam. Today we drive northwards along the highway No 1 past the former war sites of Camp Evans , Fire Support Base Nancy and Quang Tri battle field. En route we catch a look of Ai Tu Combat Base and Airfield before arriving in Dong Ha , which is well known as Leatherneck Square bounded by Con Thien, Gio Linh, Dong Ha, and Cam Lo. We cross over the Hien Luong Bridge spanning the Ben Hai River which once demarcated North and South of Vietnam in many decades. These rural areas are now at peace however we can dig some war vestiges out of the Doc Mieu Base, the infamous Vinh Moc Tunnels and the old citadel of Quang Tri. This violent battlefield is still in memory of the many veterans.
Overnight : at hotel   
Meals :  Breakfast
Day 5  QUANG TRI - KHE SANH - LANG VEI - HUE : Heading out of town we travel by roads along the highway No 9 and pass the rugged and verdant mountain which once housed a series of fire support bases including Rockpile, Camp Carol and Da Krong Bridge. They are almost set on mountain top therefore we can catch views of these war site from a far distance. The thrilling drive reaches the former American marine base of Khe Sanh, giving us a chance to stroll around and have a look at some of the many battle sites and military camps. There were all but partly cleared by villagers. We continue making our way to visit Tacon Airport and Lang Vei Special Force Camp in south of Lang Vei Village. The next stop is Truong Son Cemetery which provides an insight into the painful war. By mid afternoon we drive back to Hue via A Luoi if road conditions permit.
Overnight : at hotel   
Meals :  Breakfast
Day 6  HUE - DANANG - HOIAN : The beautiful riverside Thien Mu Pagoda and the elaborate royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc are not to be missed. We include these in a cruise along the Perfume River. Upon leaving Hue we travel southwards with stopover in Lang Co Beach. The winding road begins as we make our way up the spectacular Hai Van pass. A view from the top of Hai Van pass is one of Vietnam�s most impressive panoramic scenes. The next stop is Danang City for an interesting visit to the famous Cham Museum. This structure boasts the largest collection of Cham treasures in Vietnam. We also have a chance to see the Marble Mountain, whose peaks represent the five elements, and the famous China Beach on our way to Hoi An. This charming town was originally a Cham seaport but has been influenced down the centuries by a myriad of traders from various cultures.
Overnight : at hotel   
Meals :  Breakfast
Day 7  HOIAN - HO CHI MINH : The ancient architecture of Hoi An is a fascinating combination of Vietnamese traditional characters with Chinese and Japanese influence. There are plenty to see in this delightful and tranquil town, some of which are the famous Japanese Covered Bridges, the Pottery Museum, the 200 years old Tam Ky House, the Chua Ong Pagoda and the vibrant central market. We visit these sites on our morning walking tour past many low tiled houses scattered along the small streets and assembly halls which reflect the town's multi-cultural past. By mid afternoon we are transferred to airport for a short flight to Ho Chi Minh. On arrival you are greeted by our guide and driven to hotel. The remainder of day will be free for your own exploration of Ho Chi Minh City and catching up on many shopping areas.
Overnight : at hotel   
Meals :  Breakfast
Day 8  HO CHI MINH - DEPARTURE : There is a free time to relax or further explore Ho Chi Minh City. The tour ends after your transfer to Tan San Nhat Airport for departure.

Meals :  Breakfast
* Minor program changes are sometime necessary, depending on confirmed flight, road conditions, weather and availability of room.

 
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