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BEST OF
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A Private Journey
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Thailand, Laos, Vietnam & Cambodia |
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Duration: |
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27 Days |
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First-Class Escorted |
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Bangkok on January 8, 2013 |
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16 Guests |
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Finish
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Bangkok on February 3, 2013 |
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Space is available |
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Thailand:
Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Golden Triangle,
Mae Sai |
UNESCO: |
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4 Sites |
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Laos:
Houeisay,
Pakbeng, Luang Prabang |
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Vietnam:
Hanoi,
Hue, Hoi An |
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Cambodia:
Phnom Penh,
Siem Reap (Angkor) |
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Please examine all pages
of this website which describe this journey by
clicking on each of the tabs above.
While wandering
through Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia we discover ancient
palaces, historic temples, archaeological sites, captivating
museums, Thai, Lao and Vietnamese indigenous groups and so much
more. We navigate some of Asia's most interesting
rivers and
lakes, we explore her cities, towns and villages, we cross her plains and mountains and learn more about the American
war, Ho Chi Minh, the Pathet Lao, the Khmer Rouge and the great
kings of Angkor.
Travel with us as part of our small group as we wander through
these four unique
countries half a world away and study their cultural wonders,
their unusual tribal peoples and their peaceful way of life. Add
delicious food, happy hours at sunset, comfortable
accommodation, good travelling companions and a photograph
around every corner and you’ve created a journey which our
clients continually tell us is the best trip they have ever
taken.
We
meet with local people and experience their
lifestyles. We travel on modern aircraft, private mini-buses, boats
of all kinds and even on elephants,
rickshaws and other extraordinary craft. We
sample dragon fruit, sticky rice and Tom Yum. We
share stories at happy hour. We watch the sunset over the Mae Khong River. We do hundreds of things
you've never even thought of.
On each of our
journeys, one or more of our experienced staff rides along with
you as tour leader to offer advice, to smooth any bumps
in the road and to make sure your experience is
the best it can possibly be. Southeast Asia has been a
part of us for over 30 years and we can never
get enough of it.
Discover Southeast Asia with us soon. You won't
be disappointed! |

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Itinerary
Summary |
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Day 1 |
Arrive in Bangkok (or come
in a few days early). |
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Day 2 |
Bangkok orientation. Visit the
floating market at Damnoen Saduak, walk through the
amazing Maeklong railway market and enjoy a
mouth-watering Thai lunch along the riverside. Enjoy happy hour
and canapes overlooking the River of Kings. |
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Days 3-7 |
Northern Thailand, city of Chiang Mai, Asia's largest Night
Bazaar, elephant camp, Lisu Tribal village, Thai cooking,
Orchid farm, Hmong village, Kok river trip,
Golden Triangle, Chiang Rai
resort stay, a chance to try traditional Thai massage and more. |
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Days 8-9 |
Cross into Laos at Houeixay village, two-day cruise down the
Mekong River on our private boat, Teakwood lodge stay, Lao
tribal village visits, Pakbeng village market, Tam Ting cave
visit then arrive at UNESCO World Heritage protected city of Luang Prabang. |
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Days 10-11 |
Stay in magnificent Luang Prabang - examine ancient temples,
watch the sunset at Mount Phousi, visit the Royal Palace and Kuang Si Waterfall,
Luang Prabang night
market, sidewalk cafes, French
restaurants, evening cocktails and more. |
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Days 12-14 |
Vietnam's capital of Hanoi, visit Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum, the
Presidential Palace, Ho's house on stilts, the Temple of
Literature, the One Pillar Pagoda, the Hanoi Hilton prison and the
Ethnology Museum. See a performance of the Water Puppets, ride a
rickshaw through the narrow streets of Hanoi's Old Quarter,
bargain for bargains, sip French coffee in sidewalk cafes, stuff
yourself with sumptuous Vietnamese food. Consider an
optional trip to Halong Bay. |
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Days 15-16 |
Travel to the World Heritage city
of Hue and enjoy an afternoon boat trip on the Perfume
river visiting the Thien Mu pagoda and the tomb of emperor
Minh Mang. The next morning visit the Imperial City before driving
over the Hai Van pass to Danang and Hoi An. |
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Days 17-18 |
Stay in the World Heritage city of Hoi An, examine the ancient
buildings of the Old Quarter, visit the famous Japanese Bridge,
the guild halls, the Chinese temples, head out to the beach, sip
cocktails, enjoy happy hour, relax over dinner at
local restaurants and sidewalk cafes, pamper yourself at the
Life Heritage Resort. |
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Days 19-21 |
In
Cambodia's capital of Phnom Penh, visit the King's Royal Palace,
the Silver Pagoda, the Khmer Rouge's Tuol Sleng prison,
the Killing Fields at Choeung Ek, the
fabulous National Museum, the dazzling Central market
and the
eclectic Russian market. Enjoy the sites of downtown Phnom Penh
in a rickshaw, sip a cool beverage at the FCCC
overlooking the river and eat some magnificent tapas at Friend's
restaurant. |
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Days 22-24 |
Siem Reap - the dusty, frontier Northern Cambodian town serving the
Angkor
Temple Complex. An exceptional 3-day stay in Angkor visiting the
11th century temple city of Angkor Thom, the Bayon temple,
Baphuon, Phimeanakas, Elephant Terrace, Leper King terrace, the jungle temple
of Ta Phrom, the magnificent temple of Angkor Wat, beautiful
pink and green Banteay Srei, the unique floating village of
Mechrey and the local
silk farm. Sip a beverage at Siem Reap's Red Piano bar,
the Dead Fish
or dozens of other local watering holes. |
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Days 25-26 |
Bangkok - Welcome back to the the City of Angels. Two
days to enjoy additional parts of the city and surroundings.
Visit the Grand Palace and Wat Pho, the Temple of
the Reclining Buddha. Shop
for silk, try out a few of Bangkok's best restaurants and trendy bars
and enjoy our farewell happy hour and dinner at two of Bangkok's
most unusual bars & restaurants. |
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Day 27 |
Depart Bangkok for your flight home or extend your stay in Asia. |
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Advice and Assistance
For
more information on any Southeast Asia items shown on our website or
any other aspects of this trip, please call us. We can be reached at
613-789-1900 in Ottawa or Toll-free at 888-765-7662.
Alternately, you can
click here to send us
e-mail.
If you
have already decided to join us please complete the
Booking Form
and send it to us as soon as possible.
You can
access the Booking Form by clicking on the "Booking"
tab at the top of the page.
As always, our Private Journeys
are each limited
to a maximum of 16 guests. First come, first served. These journeys are
popular and fill up quickly. Booking
forms are always processed in the order which they are
received in our office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please be sure to read the Frequently Asked
Questions by clicking on the FAQ link at the top
of the page.
Pre-tour and post-tour arrangements
For
those who wish to arrive at the starting point a day or
more
ahead of the tour, we can offer
pre-packaged options including extra hotel
nights. For
those who wish to extend their time in Southeast
Asia after the tour we can offer many
different options including, but not limited to Thailand beaches
such as Hua Hin, Phuket or Koh Samui, cruises on
the River Kwai, overnight visits to Ayutthaya or
many other possibilities in the surrounding
countries of Malaysia, Burma, Indonesia or Singapore.
Looking for different dates?
If you are unable to travel
with us on any of the scheduled dates for any of our
Private Journeys, we can create a
custom-designed independent departure just
for you according to your own schedule. We can
also add or subtract days and events as required
to meet your needs exactly. Please
call for more information. |
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Toll-free:
(888) 765-7662 In Ottawa: (613)
789-1900 |
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