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Journey through Vietnam 2009

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As the sun rises over Vietnam, traditional villages and bustling cities come to life with street vendors, fish markets, cyclos (rickshaws), and locals practicing Tai Chi on the waterfront.  Detailed Itinerary

ATTEND a water puppet performance TOUR the Forbidden Purple City, Imperial City, Buddhist pagoda and the ancient Cham towers RIDE a cyclo through the traditional shopping streets in Hanoi ENJOY a walking tour of Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site VISIT the famous Cu Chi tunnels and meet with a local Vietcong CYCLE the Mekong Delta and cruise downriver on small wooden boats to visit the colorful floating market MEET the local people during special visits to an orphanage, and while sharing dinner with a local family in their home RELAX each evening in wonderful resorts or charming hotels that feature delicious regional cuisine

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Air-Inclusive Tour Roundtrip international airfare 12 nights: 10 nights in 4- and 5-star resorts and one country hotel and two nights in flight 23 meals — 10 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 5 dinners Transfers AND the option to add our Low-Cost Trip Extensions: 3 nights (1 night in Hanoi and 2 nights in Halong Bay) for only $445. Post-trip: Angkor Wat, Cambodia - 3 nights for only $795 Free use of our VBT bicycle and helmet Service of two bilingual VBT Trip Leaders FULL VAN SUPPORT Daily route directions and maps Sightseeing and cultural activities 5% Frequent Traveler Credit to use on your next VBT vacation Special Good Buy Discount Land-Only Tour 10 nights in 4- and 5-star resorts and one country hotel 23 meals — 10 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 5 dinners AND the option to add our Low-Cost Trip Extensions: 3 nights (1 night in Hanoi and 2 nights in Halong Bay) for only $445. Post-trip: Angkor Wat, Cambodia - 3 nights for only $795 Free use of our VBT bicycle and helmet Service of two bilingual VBT Trip Leaders FULL VAN SUPPORT Daily route directions and maps Sightseeing and cultural activities 5% Frequent Traveler Credit to use on your next VBT vacation Special Good Buy Discount

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Click Map to Enlarge Rating Level: Easy This tour offers easy terrain throughout the trip. Roads are carefully selected, but in general are not of the same standard as in Europe or the USA. Suitable for beginning cyclists and ideal for regular recreational cyclists. Full Van Support: Enjoy more flexibility and choice with full van support throughout your vacation. Group Size:14-20 Daily Mileage:15-35 Daily Cycling Times:2-4 hours Avg. Daily High Temperature: Hanoi: Jan 66° Feb 67° Mar 72° Apr 80° May 87° Jun 90° Jul 90° Aug 89° Sep 88° Oct 82° Nov 76° Dec 71°

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Sofitel Plaza Hanoi Just 10 minutes from downtown, the Sofitel Plaza Hanoi hotel is located on Hoan Kiem Lake, the lake of the restored sword. (visit the Sofitel Plaza Hanoi website) Pilgrimage Village Hue The Pilgrimage Village, Hue, is designed as a rustic village with the natural environment, local culture and the ancient in mind. (visit the Pilgrimage Village Hue website) Life Resort Hoi An The Life Resort Hoi An is located along the Thu Bon River and right at the doorstep of Hoi An's colourful and bustling Ancient Town (visit the Life Resort Hoi An website) Sunrise Beach Resort Located directly opposite a pristine beach, yet also ideally located in the heart of the city, the resort allows visitors to sightsee in many interesting locations. The first floor offers excellent leisure and recreation, including a Roman-style outdoor swimming pool. (visit the Sunrise Beach Resort website) Hotel Majestic Opened in 1925 as the city’s finest hotel, the Majestic has gone through several incarnations over the years, changes that reflect the tumultuous history of Vietnam. During World War II, the Japanese Imperial Army used this French-Colonial structure as a military barracks. During the Vietnam War, it was frequented by foreign correspondents and espionage agents. Today, it remains a hotel of tradition, hospitality, and elegance. Hotel Majestic is located within walking distance of the beautiful Opera House, Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Ben Thanh Markets, reflexology boutiques and other related therapy boutiques, as well as most major commercial office buildings. (visit the Hotel Majestic website) Sofitel Phokeethra Royal Angkor Resort Sofitel Phokeethra Royal Angkor is set among tranquil landscaped gardens on beautiful tree-lined Charles de Gaulle Avenue. It is the hotel closest to the stunning ruins of Angkor Wat. The resort is located near traditional markets, and is just a 15-minute drive from the airport. Combining French and Khmer architecture to provide refined, elegant accommodations, the hotel features 238 rooms, a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, spa, five restaurants, three bars and the Phokeethra Country Club, the world-class 18-hole golf course. (visit the Sofitel Phokeethra Royal Angkor Resort website)

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Hanoi & Halong Bay 2009 3 nightsfor only $445 Two nights of accommodations in the Melia Hanoi hotel with breakfast • One night of accommodations on a traditional Vietnamese sailing vessel, called a junk, with breakfast, lunch, dinner and guided activities while onboard • Guided day trip from Hanoi to Tay Phuong • All transfers Before your vacation, experience life on a traditional Vietnamese sailing vessel, called a junk. Steeped in rich history, these romantic vessels have been the homes of both merchants and warriors since the time of the Han Dynasty. Your home for a night, this vessel has preserved its authentic heritage, adding modern conveniences and a professional crew. During the cruise you have the opportunity to take a light trek to a nearby summit for a panoramic view of the bay, participate in morning Tai Chi on deck at sunrise and kayak in a scenic lagoon. This extension also includes a day trip from Hanoi to visit Tay Phuong and Thay Pagodas. Enjoy the opportunity to stretch your legs with a 3-mile walk. Note: Single supplement for this extension is $325. top Angkor Wat, Cambodia 2009 3 nightsfor only $795 Three nights at the Sofitel Phokeethra Royal Angkor Resort in Siem Reap • Daily breakfast • Entrance and guided visits to Phnom Bakheng, Angkor Thom, Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm, and Ban Teay Srei • Full information packet • All transfers Tour a magnificent ancient civilization with help from a knowledgeable guide. View Angkor Wat at sunset from the hilltop at Phnom Bakheng. Tour picturesque Ta Prohm, where trees have grown among the temple stone in this “hidden city.” Drive to the rural outskirts of town and visit Van Teay Srei, the birthplace of Khmer classical style. In the evening, enjoy the luxury and comfort of your award-winning, 4-star resort. Note: Single supplement for this extension is $245.

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Group Discount Program: You can earn a FREE VBT tour with our generous group discount program. Click here for details. Refer a Friend and Earn $100 Travel Credit: If you refer a Friend to VBT and they choose to travel with us, you earn $100 travel credit toward your next trip and your friend gets $50 off their first VBT trip. Click here for details. Good Buy Plan: The earlier you pay, the more you save. If you book early and pay in full by check, you can lock in your trip cost plus earn up to a 10% discount. 5% Frequent Traveler Credit: You will automatically receive a 5% travel credit good for your next VBT trip. This credit is good for one full year. Savings for Single Travelers: If you are on a bicycle tour where sharing is possible and you would like to share a room, we will do our best to match you with a roommate. We will charge you only 50% of the single supplement; if a match is available, we will refund you the single supplement after you return. If requested and available, single supplement is $795 Best Value Guaranteed: Click here for details. We reserve the right to correct errors. top