Day 1 - Friday - Aug 18, 2023
Day 2 - Saturday - Aug 19, 2023
This morning, your Guided Sightseeing takes a look at the life of Ho Chi Minh, the father of modern Vietnam. First, visit the mausoleum and the humble cottage from which "Uncle Ho" ruled Vietnam until his death in 1969. Next on the agenda: One Pillar Pagoda, the Presidential Palace, and the infamous "Hanoi Hilton". Also visit the ancient Temple of Literature, over 900 years old and Hanoi's first university. Lunch is at Koto, a non-profit restaurant and hospitality program that teaches local street children restaurant skills for more stable employment opportunities. After lunch, enjoy an electric-cart ride through the fascinating Old Quarter, with 36 ancient streets where merchants trade as they have for centuries. An early dinner this evening is followed by a fascinating performance of Hanoi's renowned water puppets, a traditional art form dating back to the 11th century. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 3 - Sunday - Aug 20, 2023
Travel from Hanoi through the fertile countryside to Hon Gai, gateway to Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located in the Gulf of Tonkin, the bay is dotted with more than 3,000 limestone islands carved into fanciful shapes by the action of the water. Tunnels, caves, and weirdly shaped outcroppings with imaginative names can be found on many of the small islets sprinkled across the bay. Board a Cruise Excursion to explore the caves, and admire the beauty and scale before stopping at one of the many secluded bays. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 4 - Monday - Aug 21, 2023
| Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam |
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This morning, drive to Hanoi and board your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. (Breakfast)
Day 5 - Tuesday - Aug 22, 2023
| Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam |
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Motorbikes, Monuments, and Mouthwatering Cuisine. Explore the city further during free time this afternoon. This evening join your traveling companions for a special welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6 - Wednesday - Aug 23, 2023
| Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam |
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| Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam |
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Secret Passageways and Underground Hideouts. Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening. Consider stopping for a drink at the famous rooftop bar at the Caravelle Hotel. (Breakfast)
Day 7 - Thursday - Aug 24, 2023
| Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam |
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| Ho Chi Minh City (Formerly Saigon), Vietnam |
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Your Suite Ship is Ready for Boarding. Transfer to the port on the Saigon River for embarkation. Get acquainted with the ship and relax before your welcome reception this evening. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8 - Friday - Aug 25, 2023
Sweets, Sampans, and Sun Hats. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 9 - Saturday - Aug 26, 2023
| Long Khanh Island, Vietnam |
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Colorful markets, Charming Locals, and Cotton Weavers. Return to the ship to set sail for the Cambodian border. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 10 - Sunday - Aug 27, 2023
The Royal Treatment. The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy the city at your leisure. Consider a Guided Optional Tour of a local brewery with free-flowing local beer! Just before dinner, children from a local orphanage will perform a show featuring local song and dance. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 11 - Monday - Aug 28, 2023
A Dark History or Market Dynamics. After lunch, depart Phnom Penh and enjoy some time at leisure on the ship. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 12 - Tuesday - Aug 29, 2023
Water Blessings and Back To School Adventures. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 13 - Wednesday - Aug 30, 2023
Calm in the Cambodian Countryside. This afternoon, enjoy scenic cruising on the Tonle Sap River. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 14 - Thursday - Aug 31, 2023
A Pilgrimage of Inspirational Beauty. Fly to Siem Reap, home to the Temples of Angkor, considered by many to be the most spectacular architectural ruins on Earth! The evening is yours to explore charming Siem Reap, stay to witness the sunset at Angkor Wat, or consider a Guided Optional Excursion to the Cambodian circus. (Breakfast, Lunch)
Day 15 - Friday - Sep 1, 2023
Roots Carved in Stone and Celebrated in Dance. Spend the afternoon at your leisure. You may choose a Guided Optional Excursion to further explore Siem Reap or the temple complex by tuk-tuk. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 16 - Saturday - Sep 2, 2023
| Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand |
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This morning, fly to Bangkok. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. (Breakfast)
Day 17 - Sunday - Sep 3, 2023
| Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand |
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This morning, your Guided Sightseeing begins with a boat ride on the klongs, Bangkok's famous canals. Stop at the stunning Grand Palace featuring the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Also, visit the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, the oldest and largest Buddhist temple in Bangkok. It houses more than 1,000 Buddha images, including the 49-foot-high and 151-foot-long massive Reclining Buddha. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (Breakfast, Lunch)
Day 18 - Monday - Sep 4, 2023
| Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand |
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Enjoy a full day at your leisure. (Breakfast)
Day 19 - Tuesday - Sep 5, 2023
| Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand |
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Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)
