Indochina (Cambodia, Laos, Thailand & Vietnam) with Luxury & Style (16
Days): A Sample Itinerary
ID #: DT-CLTV-16-10-30-07-BESI
DavidTravel Itinerary
Highlights include:
Explore Bangkok, visiting the
magnificent
Grand Palace and
Temple of the Emerald Buddha
Fly to charming
Luang Prabang. Climb Phoussy Hill to visit Phoussy
Temple and to enjoy a panoramic vista of this UNESCO World
Heritage Site
Fly to Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia. Spend the
afternoon at the Royal Palace, the National Museum and the
dazzling
Silver Pagoda
Explore the Royal Palace Museum, local market and Kuang Si
Waterfall
Fly to
Siem Reap. Begin your exploration of the treasures of
the Angkor complex with Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, Elephant and
Leper King Terraces and Ta Prohm
Explore two less-visited areas: Banteay Srei and Banteay Samre.
Sunset finds you at
Angkor Wat
Explore the
Cu Chi Tunnel network, one of the most notorious
battlefields of the Vietnam War
Arrive in
Da Nang and transfer to The Nam Hai on pristine China
Beach. Your afternoon includes a sunset boat trip in the small
traditional town of Hoi An
Visit Ho Chi Minh's house, One Pillared Pagoda, Quan Thanh
Temple and the Fine Arts Museum
Journey overland to
Ha Long Bay for a cruise among its scenic grottoes
and islands
Overview:
Discover the beauty, magic and
rich history of
Cambodia,
Laos,
Vietnam &
Thailand. Since the days of the Roman Empire, the
Orient" has been synonymous with luxury": the home of silks,
spices and delicate porcelain. Today this region of the world
remains famous for its elegant shops, exquisite hotels,
luxurious spas and fine restaurants. You will travel beyond the
typical tourist itinerary and be with expert guides who will
share their personal stories and the struggles in their
countries.
Cambodia and Vietnam, both
ex-French colonies, are countries marked by struggle but also
shaped, defined and strengthened by it. Vietnam in particular
has absorbed many outside influences and combined them into a
unique national character. The results are delightful -
Confucian morals, French-inspired architecture and cuisine, and
a contemporary art tradition with echoes of Chagall and Picasso.
Cambodia, while rising to meet the challenges of the 21st
century, has also preserved its ancient treasures in stunning
Angkor Wat and retained the gracious beauty of traditional
folkways.