Laos to Vietnam - 16 Days
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Laos to Vietnam

Duration16 days
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Take an unforgettable journey through the beautiful landscapes and captivating cities of Laos and Vietnam. From Vientiane to Ho Chi Minh City, visit revered Buddhist temples and ornate palaces, explore mystical caves and floating markets, cruise Halong Bay and the Mekong and meet a kaleidoscope of people along the way.

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Tour overview

Duration16 days
StartsVientiane
EndsHo Chi Minh City
RangeSignature
Tour GuideYes - escorted by a tour guide
Group SizeMin 2 / Max 24
Minimum age15 yrs, accompanied by an adult
DepartsSundays
Hotel Rating4 star
CountriesLaos, Vietnam
Arrival TransferYes
Departure TransferYes
Meals includedBreakfast: 15, Lunch: 5, Dinner: 3
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Based on 2 passengers
Passengers
Adults (18+)
Children (0 - 17)
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Shown in ZAR
Per person from
R 58,715.00
Deposit from
R 10,000.00
From
R 117,430.00

Tour Highlights

Vang Vieng – Browse the colourful Thalat Market, explore the lush countryside and visit the eerie Tham Jang Caves
Luang Prabang – Take a vintage tuk-tuk tour of the Old Quarter to visit the bustling Morning Market and magnificent Wat Xiengthong
Khouangsi Waterfall – Swim in the crystal pools beneath the waterfall and meet friendly local minorities in nearby villages
Living The Land Farm – Experience the life of a rice farmer and have a go at ploughing the rice paddy with a water buffalo
Halong Bay – Sail around lush limestone islets on a deluxe junk boat, kayak, swim and explore the remarkable caves
Hanoi – Ride on cyclo rickshaws through the French Quarter and see highlights including the Opera House and Ly Thai To Park
Vientiane – Explore the highlights of Laos’ capital including iconic Pha That Luang and the Patuxay Monument
Hue – Admire the famous seven storey Thien Mu Pagoda and discover the ancient walled Citadel and the Purple Palace
Hoi An – Enjoy some R&R in this enchanting riverside town with its cobbled streets, lanterns and iconic Japanese Bridge
Tra Que Village – Cycle in the lush countryside and learn how to farm the land before you enjoy a fun hands-on cooking lesson
Ho Chi Minh City – Discover the highlights of the ‘Pearl of the Orient' on a walking tour including a visit to the sobering War Remnants Museum
Mekong Delta – Cruise the maze of waterways on a sampan, visit local cottage industries and Dong Hoa Hiep Island

Included

Breakfast daily, 5 lunches and 3 dinners
13 nights 4 star and special class hotels and 1 night aboard deluxe junk boat (private en suite cabin)
Economy class flights: Luang Prabang to Hanoi and Danang to Ho Chi Minh City
1 overnight sleeper train Hanoi to Hue in basic 4 berth cabin (or opt to fly - see Add-ons for details)
Guided sightseeing - Vientiane, Vang Vieng, Luang Prabang, Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An, Mekong Delta and Ho Chi Minh City
Living land farm experience
Halong Bay Junk boat cruise - opt to swim, kayak and explore caves
Bicycle ride to Tra Que village and cooking demonstration
Sampan boat trips in the Mekong Delta
Airport arrival transfer day 1 and departure transfer day 16
Escorted by an English speaking Laotian and Vietnamese tour guides
All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles

Not Included

International flights and visas
Tip for your tour guide. We recommend you allow USD$3-6 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guide is an entirely personal gesture
Entrance Fees: USD$50-60pp, paid in USD
Tipping Kitty: USD$45-55pp, paid in USD
Tipping is not a natural part of many Western cultures and many of us feel uncomfortable, or unsure, about when, or how much, to tip. However, in the places you will visit, tipping makes up a significant part of many people's wages so it's important that we get it right. For this reason we've developed a very simple system to take all the hassle out of tipping. With our 'tipping made easy' policy, a nominal pre-determined amount is collected from all group tour participants to cover tips en route. This then saves you the hassle of when and how much to tip bellhops, luggage handlers, local guides and other support staff through the tour. Our 'tipping made easy' doesn't include a tip to your group tour leader. Naturally, though, the amount is up to you as tipping is an entirely personal gesture.