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The Tale of Saigon and Siem Reap
Tour Code:
TSS
Guaranteed departure with minimum of 2 persons.
Tour Starts:
Bangkok
 
Tour Ends:
Bangkok
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Tour Includes
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3 international air tickets (Bangkok- Saigon, Saigon - Siem Reap, Siem Reap- Bangkok) on Bangkok Airways.

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All airport taxes except for Siem Reap.
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3-night accommodation in Saigon.
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3-night accommodation in Siem Reap.
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11 meals (6 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 1 dinner).
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Transfers, sightseeing tours and admission tickets as stated in itinerary.
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English speaking guide.
Accommodation will be provided on twin sharing basis. Meals will be provided as per the itinerary. For Lunch and/or dinner there would be an additional supplement. An extra bed will be provided in the room for three persons sharing one room. The extra bed is often a folding bed, much inferior to the existing twin/double bed. A hotel list is as follows. In case the below hotels are sold out we will provide similar alternate hotels:--

 Accomodation Info:
City Nights Superior Hotels Deluxe Hotels
Saigon 3 Vien Dong Hotel Parkroyal Saigon
Siem Reap 3 Prince D’Angkor Hotel Angkor Century Resort & Spa
 
 Tour Itinerary

Bangkok - Saigon - Siem Reap

Day 1 –Bangkok - Saigon

Depart Bangkok for Saigon. Upon arrival in Saigon, transfer out of airport. Overnight in Saigon.


Day 2 - Saigon (Breakfast / Lunch)

After breakfast at hotel, head out to Cu Chi Tunnels for an excursion. Never discovered by American forces, the Cu Chi Tunnels where an important Vietcong base during the American War. Stretching over 200 km, this incredible underground network, dug by hand out of hard laterite, connected command posts, hospitals, shelter and weapon factories. Lunch at local restaurant. In the afternoon, explore Saigon city through a sightseeing tour. A vibrant metropolis, Saigon teems with energy, activity and motion. Everywhere you look, you see the meeting of traditional and modern life. The emerging modern skyline stands cheek by jowl with colonial buildings and traditional temples. Begin you tour with a tour of the historic center, strolling along Dong Khoi Street, the main shopping thoroughfare and heart of old colonial Saigon. Pass by classic European-style landmarks such as the ornate City Hall, the old Opera House, and pay a quick visit to the neo-Romanesque Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office. Afterwards dive into modern history with a tour of the Reunification Palace. Continue to the harrowing War Remnants Museum. Finally, end up at the central Ben Thanh Market, where vendors display a vast array of goods and handicrafts, appealing to every taste. Overnight in Saigon.


Day 3 - Saigon (Breakfast / Lunch)

Breakfast at hotel followed by an excursion by boat to My Tho. From Saigon, transfer to My Tho, a bustling town in the rich agricultural region of the Mekong Delta and visit the Vinh Trang Pagoda, a beautiful temple and a sanctuary for orphans and other needy children. Afterwards board a local boat to explore the Mekong River Islands, stopping at a fruit orchard to enjoy fruit and tea while listening to local music and Thoi Son islet. The trip also includes a brief sampan ride through the tiny waterways that thread the island. Free time for shopping activities or leisure. Transfer back to Saigon. Overnight in Saigon.


Day 4 - Saigon - Siem Reap (Breakfast / Dinner)

Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to airport to catch a flight to Siem Reap. Upon arrival in Siem Reap, transfer to Angkor Village Resort for dinner. Overnight in Siem Reap.


Day 5 - Siem Reap (Breakfast / Lunch)

After breakfast at hotel, head out for a sightseeing tour of Angkor Complexes. First visit Angkor Wat, the national symbol and the highlight of any visit to Cambodia. Angkor impresses visitors both by its sheer scale and beautifully proportioned layout, as well as the delicate artistry of its cravings. Then visit Angkor Thom. Enclosed by a wall and wide moats, the city includes many of Angkor’s most popular sights. Enter by the monumental South Gate over a causeway lined on either side by statues of demons and gods, each carrying a giant naga. Continue to the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper Kings. Visit the ruined Baphuon, Royal Enclosure and Phimeanakas and the mysterious Bayon Temples. Before the day ends stop at Ta Prohm, one of the most popular attractions of Angkor as much of the jungle has not been cleared and it looks very much as most of the Angkor monuments would have appeared when European explorers first stumbled across them. Overnight in Siem Reap.


Day 6 - Siem Reap (Breakfast / Lunch)

After breakfast at hotel, take an excursion by boat to the Tonle Sap Lake. Located in the heart of Cambodia, this extraordinary lake swells up to seven times its original size during the monsoon season. The boat trip will explore the floating fishing villages that live at the edges of the lake, passing submerged forests and fishing farms. Lunch at local restaurant. Afternoon is free at leisure. Overnight in Siem Reap.


Day 7 - Siem Reap (Breakfast)

Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to airport to catch a flight to Bangkok.

 
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  Tour Price:
SUPERIOR CATEGORY:
per person on a twin sharing basis* USD 1088
SGL Suppl USD 409
 
DELUXE CATEGORY:
per person on a twin sharing basis* USD 1169
SGL Suppl USD 469
*Rates applicable with minimum 2 passengers.
Guaranteed departure with minimum of 2 persons.
 
 Tour Departure Dates: 2008-2009
2008
13 Dec
27 Dec
2009
10 Jan
24 Jan
14 Feb
28 Feb
14 Mar
28 Mar
 
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1 866 978 2997
 
 
ADDITIONAL OPTIONAL TOURS ARE AVAILABLE:

Why not enhance your holiday experience with one of the following tours?

Optional I: Visit the Chantiers Ecoles (Artisans d’ Angkor) / Half Day

The Chantiers Ecoles is a vocational centre which trains 650 apprentices a year including 160 in fine arts and crafts trades united in the Artisan d’Angkor production network. You will be touring the different workshops like stone sculpture, woodcarving, polychromie, and watch the artisan at work.

Tour Price per person: USD 20


Optional II: Visit the Cambodian Cultural Village / Half Day

The Cultural Village is a unique open air museum with exhibits that represent the various ethnicities and cultures in Cambodia. Exhibits include replicas of important buildings and building styles, traditional apsara dances, ethnic performances and demonstrations of traditional Khmer rituals.

Tour Price per person: USD 26.
Optional III: The Angkor Light and Sound Show / 1-2 hours

Travel back in time to the golden period of the Khmer Civilization and discover the history of the ancient city of Angkor! Inspired by historical tale and mythological belief of ancient Khmer and designed to give audience a more vivid picture of the past glory of the ancient Khmer Kingdom as well as the beliefs and lifestyles of its people, the show will feature the traditional and unique Khmer culture combined with special effects which are used to produce a stimulating, very realistic and inspiring experience.

Show Time & Schedule: This spectacular light and sound show will be held at the Angkor Wat from 20:00 hrs- 21.00 hrs from 5 December 2008 - 31 January 2009 except every Sunday. The show is closed on every Sunday and on December 24 and 31, 2008.
International buffet dinner starts from 19:00 hrs - 20:00 hrs.
The Angkor Light and Sound Show (standard seat) Price per person: USD 80
The Angkor Light and Sound Show (premium seat) Price per person: USD 98

International Buffet Price per person: USD 35


Optional IV: Suvarnabhumi Airport Stopover at Novotel Suvarnabhumi Airport

Would you prefer to wander around an airport terminal while waiting for a connecting flight or stay in a nice airport hotel where you can pamper yourself with state-of-the-art recreational facilities? Why not spend a night or two at Novotel Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotel and give yourself a fresh start before arriving at your destination!

Suvarnabhumi Airport Stopover USD 260 net/Superior Room/night inclusive of ABF.


Optional V: Bangkok Stopover Package (3D2N)

Spend a few days roaming around the City of Angel with our free and easy Bangkok Stopover Package. The package is inclusive of 2 nights stay at the hotel of your choice with daily breakfast, transportation by private air conditioned vehicle on S.I.C. basis and English speaking guide assistance.


Day 1 Arrival – Bangkok

Arrive in Bangkok; you will be met and welcomed with our guide and transfer to your hotel in Bangkok. Suvarnabhoumi Airport is a single terminal airport with THREE entrances from the secure area into the public arrivals hall. Domestic arrivals will enter through Gate A. International arrivals will enter through Gate B or C. Our representative/guide will know in advance which entrance the clients will arrive through and will be waiting in the appropriate area. In case you do not see our guide kindly proceed to the ATTA desk located at

exit door number 10 (for international arrivals) or located at exit door number 1 (for domestic arrivals). Overnight in Bangkok.


Day 2 Bangkok (Breakfast)

Breakfast and day at leisure in Bangkok (no other services included). Overnight in Bangkok.


Day 3 Bangkok – Departure (Breakfast)

Breakfast and day at leisure until transfer to Suvannabhumi Airport for your onward flight to your home country.


 
Tour price based on Hotel of your choice:-

EASTIN BANGKOK HOTEL

(Superior room)

Based on Twin Sharing Basis USD 175 per pax
SGL Suppl USD 105
 

AMARI ATRIUM HOTEL

(Superior room)

Based on Twin Sharing Basis USD 255 per pax
SGL Suppl USD 190
 

ROYAL ORCHID SHERATON HOTEL

(Deluxe River View)

Based on Twin Sharing Basis USD 330 per pax
SGL Suppl USD 235
 
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Call to Book Toll Free
1 866 978 2997
 
 
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