SCOOPON DEALS

***VIETNAM & CAMBODIA 14D13N

01 Mar 2013 – 31 Dec 2013

32 Tien Giang St., Tan Binh Dist., HCMC l Tel: +84-8-3547 0787 l Fax: +84-8-3547 0788

09 Phan Chu Trinh St., Hoi An City, Quang Nam Province l Tel: +84-510-391 9293 l Fax: +84-510-391 9779 l www.hoianexpress.com.vn

BRIEF ITINERARY

Day 1 HA NOI - ARRIVAL

Day 2 HA NOI - HA LONG BAY (BLD)

Day 3 HA LONG – HA NOI (BL)

Day 4 HA NOI – DA NANG – HOI AN (BL)

Day 5 HOI AN – RELAX (B)

Day 6 HOI AN – HUE, THE IMPERIAL CITY (BL)

Day 7 HOI AN – BICYCLE TOUR TO COUNTRYSIDE – half day (B)

Day 8 HOI AN – MARBLE MOUNTAIN – HO CHI MINH CITY (B)

Day 9 HO CHI MINH CITY – MEKONG DELTA DAY TRIP (BL)

Day 10 HO CHI MINH CITY – LOCAL LIFE – HOME STAY (BLD)

Day 11 HO CHI MINH CITY – PHNOM PENH BY BUS – CITY TOUR (B)

Day 12 PHNOM PENH – SIEM REAP – ANGKOR TEMPLES (B)

Day 13 ANGKOR TEMPLES (ANGKOR WAT & ANGKOR THOM) (BL)

Day 14 SIEM REAP – DEPARTURE (B)

VIETNAM & CAMBODIA 14D13NDAY 1 HA NOI - ARRIVAL

Arrive at Noi Bai Int’l Airport. Pick up and transfer to hotel in Ha Noi.Overnight in Ha Noi.4* option: FLOWER GARDEN HOTEL – Deluxe 5* option: SHERATON HANOI HOTEL – Deluxe

DAY 2 HA NOI – HA LONG BAY (BLD)

The shuttle bus will pick you up at your hotel and depart for Ha long Bay, wego through the scenic countryside. The wondrous Ha Long Bay is truly one ofVietnam’s most impressive scenic sights. Heading out of the town we embarkon a boat for an exploration of the legendary Ha Long Bay. This exciting fivehour cruise will provide us a fantastic view of the picturesque sceneryblending with the sky and some 3,000 limestone islands rising amazingly fromthe clear and emerald water. The limestone karsts formations are litteredwith beaches, grottoes and beautiful caves. Along the way we will anchor fora leisurely swim in a secluded cove and an enjoyable visit to one of the manyhidden grottoes beneath towering cliffs. Stay overnight on the Junk Cruise.4* option: EMOTION CRUISE – Deluxe5* option: BHAYA CLASSIC – Deluxe

DAY 3 HA LONG – HA NOI (BL)

After breakfast, swimming and sunbathing. After lunch, return to Ha Noi.Overnight in Ha Noi.4* option: FLOWER GARDEN HOTEL – Deluxe 5* option: SHERATON HANOI HOTEL – Deluxe

DAY 4 HA NOI – DA NANG (BL)

Drive to the historic complex of Ba Dinh. Visit Ba Dinh Square, where The LatePresident Ho Chi Minh declared Vietnams Independence on 2 September1945, Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and continue to the One Pillar Pagoda, themust-see monument in Hanoi - It is an ancient Buddhist pagoda, built in theearly 11th century in the reign of King Ly Thai Tong, all constructionsupported by only one pillar, resembling a Buddhist lotus. Tran Quoc Pagoda,Quan Thanh Temple.

18:00 Transfer to the station to take a night train to Da Nang. Overnight ontrain.Train information: SE1 / Ha Noi – Da Nang / 19:00 – 10:46 (+)REUNIFICATION EXPRESSTRAIN / Soft berth/ cabin-four berths

DAY 5 DA NANG – HOI AN – FREE TIME (B)

10:46 Arrive at Da Nang. Pick up and transfer to Hoi An. Relax at the resort.You can choose any daily tours from Hoi An Express to have more experienceabout Ancient Town Hoi An to enrich you trip in Viet Nam with specialdiscount of 20% on all daily tours which can be requested at Hoi An ExpressTour Desk at the resort’s lobby. Overnight in Hoi An.4* option: RIVER BEACH RESORT AND RESIDENCES – Deluxe5* option: PALM GARDEN RESORT - Superior Garden View

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DAY 6 HOI AN - HUE, THE IMPERIAL (BL)

Upon arrival at Hue, have breakfast and then we will visit the Citadel, Hue’smost prime attraction, containing the Imperial City, the Forbidden PurpleCity and the Emperor's Private Residence. Following the morning activities.In the afternoon, we will take a boat trip on the Perfume River with astopover at Thien Mu Pagoda, considered by many as the unofficial symbol ofHue.

It is an active Buddhist monastery with its origins dating back to 1601. One ofits most poignant displays is a car belonging to a former monk, who in 1963,drove to Sai Gon and set himself alight to protest against the SouthVietnamese regime and its cruel treatment of Buddhist monks and followers.From here, we will go sightseeing at Ming Mang Tomb. Ming Mang Tomb isbeautifully set in a tranquil area of gardens and lakes. We will finish theafternoon with a visit to the vibrant Dong Ba Riverside Market, Continue thetrip to Hoi An. Overnight in Hoi An.4* option: RIVER BEACH RESORT AND RESIDENCES – Deluxe5* option: PALM GARDEN RESORT - Superior Garden View

DAY 7 HOI AN – BICYCLE TOUR TO COUNTRYSIDE – half day (B)

This half-day biking tour is a good way to discover the rural local life andenjoy the beautiful hidden landscapes. You will be picked up at your hoteland transferred to the dock where we will take a boat ride to Cam Kimcommune to visit the carpentry village of Kim Bong. There, you will discoverthe ancient architectural construction, with wooden furniture, and shipbuilding using traditional techniques. We will ride around the village andenjoy stunning rural scenes, rice paddies, fishing village, water buffalos,and/or bamboo bridge. We will learn some local techniques such as howfarmers plant and dry sedges for making weaving mats. We will also stop atthe place where basket boats are made; this unique small boat has a roundshape and is used for fishing. Enjoy peacefulness at the Resort or relax on thebeach. Overnight in Hoi An.4* option: RIVER BEACH RESORT AND RESIDENCES – Deluxe5* option: PALM GARDEN RESORT - Superior Garden View

DAY 8 HOI AN – MARBLE MOUNTAIN – HO CHI MINH CITY (B)

The Marble Mountain is a popular sightseeing location in Da Nang because ofits alluring beauty. Stone steps carved into the mountain lead to a BuddhistPagoda. You can also discover stunning caves and enjoy the beautiful viewfrom the top of the mountain. Upon arrival to the mountain, we will climb upthe stone stairs and visit the caves and pagodas as well as admire thebeautiful panoramic view. We will then head down the mountain and visitthe stone village where the local skilled sculptors create many marbleproducts. Take a flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.4* option: STARCITY SAIGON HOTEL – Deluxe5* option: HOTEL EQUATORIAL HO CHI MINH CITY - Deluxe

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DAY 9 HO CHI MINH CITY – MEKONG DELTA DAY TRIP (BL)

After a ride from Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong Delta, we enjoy a cruise tovisit the Cai Be Floating Market where you can watch locals aboard their smallboats trading fresh goods and commodities. Then, you discover the Binh HoaPhuoc Islet and learn the secrets of their bonsai gardening and sample localproducts. We then continue to Vinh Long Town crossing the My ThuanSuspension Bridge. Experience a traditional lunch meal at a local home. Afterlunch, drive back to Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.4* option: STARCITY SAIGON HOTEL – Deluxe5* option: HOTEL EQUATORIAL HO CHI MINH CITY - Deluxe

DAY 10 HO CHI MINH CITY – LOCAL LIFE – HOME STAY (BLD)

A Unique Tour – SEE the true Vietnam! Through this tour, you will have theopportunity to discover places in the city where no tourists go.

The tour will start with a stop by a local school and spend a short timeobserving Vietnamese students starting their day. We will give you insightson the Vietnamese scholar system, what they study, what a normal day for astudent is like, etc. We will continue our journey to a very famous and specialtemple. You can observe and make a wish in an odd gesture to find out if youwill be lucky this year. We will walk to a local Vietnamese market. At themarket, we will be surrounded by local merchants selling meats, fishes,vegetables, and flowers. We can buy some samples of local food, allowingyou to try the unique tastes of Vietnam.

Moving on, we will explore very small streets where cars cannot go through.There, you will have a glimpse of the real Vietnam and get the feeling thattruly captures its essence. We will cross Pho’s stalls, typical hair cut salons,motorbike mechanics, and grocery stores. We will cross over small bridgeswhere you will discover typical poor straw made houses on stilts. We will getback to the car and go to a local Vietnamese house where you will be able tocook a traditional lunch. What better than a relaxing afternoon at themassage parlor after lunch? We will head to a massage parlor where you willenjoy various services such as hair wash, facial massage, manicure, andpedicure to make you feel relax. We will finish our day with a nice andrefreshing drink in a Vietnamese coffee shop. We will finally go back to thehotel, full of unforgettable moments and typical pictures of Vietnam.

Advice: we advise you to wear closed shoes between June and October as themarket and streets may be very dirty due to the raining season.

Overnight at a local house which is luxury, clean and comfortable.

Home-stay in Ho Chi Minh City.

DAY 11 SAI GON – PHNOM PENH BY BUS (B)

Have breakfast at home-stay and check out.07:45 Transfer to bus station to transfer to Phnom Penh (~08:30 – 14:30+).In the afternoon, visit some spots in Phnom Penh.Visit the Royal Palace - a complex of buildings which serves as the royal residenceof the king of Cambodia. Then visit the Silver Pagoda (or the temple of theEmerald Buddha) - a compound located on the South side of the palace complex.Its main building houses many national treasures such as gold and jeweled Buddhastatues. We finally visit Wat Phnom - a Buddhist temple which was built in 1373,and stands 27 metres (88.5 ft) above the ground. It is the tallest religious structurein the city.After the visit, if we still have time, visit Russian Market before checking-in hotel.Overnight in Phnom Penh.4* option: PHNOM PENH HOTEL - Superior Room5* option: SOFITEL PHNOM PENH PHOKEETHRA HOTEL - Superior Room

DAY 12 PHNOM PENH – SIEM REAP – ANGKOR TEMPLES (B)

Transfer to Airport without guide. Flight Phnom Penh 10.10 – Siem Reap 10.55with K6103. Your new local guide will greet you at Siem Reap Airport and transferto your hotel. Our tours are designed to visit the temples in the historical order.This gives you a good view of the architectural development. Begin by visitingsome of the earliest temples in the area:- Hariharalaya (last Kingdom before Angkor 9th century): Preah Ko, 879 AD;Bakong, 881 AD; Lolei, 893 AD- Enroute toward Banteay Srei, visit the a local Palm Sugar Production; Banteay

Srei, 967 AD.

Overnight in Siem Reap.4* option: SOMADEVI ANGKOR HOTEL – Superior room5* option: LE MÉRIDIEN ANGKOR – Superior room

DAY 13 ANGKOR TEMPLES (ANGKOR WAT – ANGKOR THOM) (BL)

We spend a full day to visit the well-known Temples of Angkor Archeological Park .Wake up early at 05:00 am to witness the beautiful Sunrise at Angkor Wat or TaProhm by a Tuk Tuk. Then back to hotel for breakfast and continue the tour tovisit:- Southern Gate of Angkor Thom- Bayon, late 12th century- Baphuon, middle of 11th century- Phimeanakas, early 11th century- Northern & Southern Khleang, beginning 11th century- Terrace of the Elephants, end of 12th century- Terrace of Leper King, end of 12th century- Angkor Wat, first half of 12th century- Ta Prohm, early 13th century;

Overnight in Siem Reap.4* option: SOMADEVI ANGKOR HOTEL – Superior room5* option: LE MÉRIDIEN ANGKOR – Superior room

DAY 14 SIEM RIEP – DEPARTURE (B)Have breakfast. Free time until transferring to the airport for departure flight. ENDTOUR.

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INCLUSIONS

Inclusions:Pre-approval for visa upon arrival for visa to VietnamHotel pick-up and returnAccommodations (twin/double/triple share) (11 nights in hotels/resort, 1 night on cruise, 1 night on train)Minivan with air-condition, all entrance feesBoat trip in Ha Long, in Mekong deltaBus Ho Chi Minh City – Phnom PenhMineral waterMeals specific in the itinerary (13 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 2 dinners)English speaking tour guideTravel insuranceTrain ticket (Ha Noi – Da Nang), soft berth, 4 berths in 1 cabin - option of exchanging train ticket to flight ticket and 1 extra night in Hoi An.Domestic Flight ticket in Vietnam (Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh City), 20 kg checked baggage, 7 kg hand baggageDomestic flight in Cambodia (Phnom Penh - Siem Reap ), 20 kg checked baggage, 7 kg hand baggageChild 0 – 5 years old: 10%, 6 – 10 years old: 50% (sharing bed with parents, maximum 2 children), full charge for adult price if request separate bed

Exclusions:Visa to Cambodia USD 25 (paid at the border)Visa stamp fee USD 45 (paid to the Visa office at Noi Bai Airport)Tips and gratuitiesPersonal expenses such as: shopping, telephone, beverage, etc.International air tickets (Australia – Ha Noi, Siem Reap – Australia)

Hotel standardPublic rate

(twin/double/tripleshare)

Public rate(single room)

4* option AUD 2,350 AUD 2,845

5* option AUD 3,295 AUD 4,890

FLEXIBLE BOOKING

For daily tours in HCMC or in Hoi An, guests can request to exchange one full day for other full day tour or 2 half day tourswithout surcharge. Night time tour with dinner can be added with only USD 33 per person (paid directly to Hoi An Express).

Ho Chi Minh City tours

Half day toursSSG0002 "EXPLORE HO CHI MINH CITY - EXPLORING THE BIGGEST & BUSIEST CITY "SSG0024 "EXPLORE CHO LON - DISCOVERING CHINA TOWN BY CYCLO "SSG0029 "HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR - SHOPPING IN HO CHI MINH CITY "SSG0003 "CU CHI TUNNELS - EXPERIENCING VIETNAM WAR "SSG0035 “HOME COOKING CLASS”

Night time tours SSG0007 "SAI GON BY NIGHT - VIETNAMESE WATER PUPPETS"SSG0011 "SAI GON BY NIGHT - DINNER & SIGHTSEEING ON BOARD "SSG0009 "SAI GON BY NIGHT - DINNER & SHOPPING "

Full day tours SSG0012 "HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR - HISTORICAL DISCOVERY (Depart daily except Monday)"SSG0037 “HAVE FUN IN VIETNAM”SSG0004 "HISTORICAL EXCURSION - CU CHI TUNNELS & CAO DAI TEMPLE"SSG0015 "HISTORICAL EXCURSION - CU CHI TUNNELS & HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR "SMK0001 "MEKONG DELTA - MY THO - BEN TRE COCONUT VILLAGE "SMK0002 "CAI BE FLOATING MARKET - VINH LONG TOWN"SSG0020 "TEMPLE & MOUNTAIN EXCURSION - CAO DAI TEMPLE - BLACK LADY MONTAIN "

Hoi An/Da Nang tours

Half day toursCHA0001 HOI AN CITY TOUR CHA0004 HOI AN + LANTERN MAKING DISCOVERIESCHA0002 MY SON SANCTUARY CHA0006 HOI AN BOAT TRIP TO TRADITIONAL VILLAGESCHA0035 MARBLE MOUNTAINCHA0036 BICYCLE TOURCHA0043 FOODIE TOUR

Full day tours CHA0003 MY SON SANCTUARY AND HOI AN CHA0031 BICYCLE TOUR (FULL DAY)CHA0034 HANDMADE VILLAGES TOURCHA0011 HUE, THE IMPERIAL CITYCHA0010 DA NANG DISCOVERYCHA0009 CHAM ISLAND CHA0017 HOI AN CITY TOUR AND MARBLE MOUTAINCHA0036 MY SON SANCTUARY AND MARBLE MOUNTAIN

Night time tours CHA0023 HOI AN MYSTERIOUS NIGHTCHA0043 FOODIE TOURCHA0044 DANANG NIGHTLIFE TOUR

Contact – Terms & Conditions

CONTACT

Pham Que Anh (Annie)

Info@hoianexpress.com.vn

Cell: +84-903 731 899

DOCUMENTS TO PROVIDE

Copy of passports

International flight tickets

BOOKING

Booking at least 45 days in advance

Booking must be made prior to 01 Jun 2013

Hotels/cruise will be at 5 star standard and will be booked at similar standard when the ones listing are fully booked.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

- Changes By The Customer Prior To Departure

A modification of booking by the customer won’t lead to complementary charges in the following cases:

• Increase of the number of pax

• Increase of the number of services

• In case of a change arising during the trip, the supplementary charges will be directly paid at this time.

- Cancellation Charges

ALL cancellation from the customer arise additional charges as follows:

• More than 90 days before departure: 10% of the tour price

• 30-90 days before departure: 50% of the tour price

• 7-29 days before departure: 75% of the tour price

• Less than 7 days or No show: 100% of the tour price

VALIDITY OF VOUCHER

During the year 2013

Departure date : flexible for full year 2013