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Rural Village Trekking
11 Days / 10 Nights |
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Rural Village Trekking 11 Days / 10 Nights
Tour Code: RVTR
Destination:
Ha Noi - Mai Chau Trekking - Cuc Phuong Trekking - Ha Long Bay Cruise- Ha Noi.
Day 1: Arrival - Ha Noi
Meet on arrival and transfer to hotel. Ha Noi, Vietnam's capital city which is one thousand year old city with green lakes, French styled buildings, old quarter streets, tree lined boulevards, brightly painted temples and pagodas. Overnight in Ha Noi.
Day 2: Ha Noi - Mai Chau - Hang Kia (B/L/D)
Heading out of town we travel by road to Mai Chau Region. This mountainous region is home to the Muong, Hmong, White Thai ethnic minority groups whom you will have the opportunity to meet on your expedition. Trek through 4 hours to Xalinh and Paco to Hang Kia. Meet and interaction with friendly Hmong tribal people. Overnight at Hang Kia village.
Day 3: Hang Kia - Van village (B/L/D)
Breakfast and embark on our lovely trekking down the valley through the mountain to hidden villages of Van. The trekking is difficult at times with some steep uphill and downhill walking, but the views and scenic landscape will make up for our effort. The trek requires however some physical preparation to enable you to fully appreciate today's trek. Overnight at Thai minority village.
Day 4: Van- Poomcong village (B/L/D)
The spectacular countryside and simple lifestyle of the Thai ethnic minority people are a highlight of Mai Chau valley although conditions are very basic. En route to Sam Khoe we have the chance to meet local people, all friendly and welcoming. Overnight at Poomcong village.
Day 5: Poomcong- Cuc Phuong (B/L/D)
This morning we spend time walking out of Mai Chay Valley before we take a short drive to Cuc Phuong National Park. On arrival, we enjoy a guided visit to Cuc Phuong Museum and Zoo garden. Overnight in Cuc Phuong.
Day 6: Cuc Phuong National Park (B/L/D)
We continue our way into the national park of Cuc Phuong. A trekking of six hours give us a great opportunity to explore one of Vietnam most beautiful primeval forests and study the Muong tribal people 's culture. A long the way, a picnic lunch will be organized. Tonight we diner and overnight at Muong village.
Day 7: Cuc Phuong - Ninh Binh (B/L)
We have 2 lovely morning hike through rice fields and village to the meeting point where we are taken on to KenhGa rural village where
we boat our boat for a cruise a long small river to visit the quaint village by the river. The area is also one of astounding natural beauty with limestone peaks whose splendor is often said to surpass that of Ha Long Bay. It is true that this area is often referred to as the Ha Long Bay on land. The excursion being rowed along the Boi River, which makes for a truly unforgettable experience, passing between towering limestones peaks. Overnight in Ninh Binh.
Day 8: Ninh Binh - Ha Long (B)
Breakfast and head out on our journey through lush vegetation of Redriver Delta to Halong bay. Stop en route to take in such views and get insight into local life. Visit Keo Pagoda in Thaibinh. This is one of the most wonderful pagoda in Vietnam. Arrival Halong bay check into our hotel. Overnight in Halong bay.
Day 9: Ha Long - Ha Noi (B)
This morning, we embark on a cruise for an stunning exploration of breathtaking limestone backdrops blending with the sky and some 3,000 limestone islands rising amazingly from the clear and emerald water. Along the way we will anchor for a leisurely swim in a secluded area.
Rural Village Trekking 9 Days / 8 Nights
Validity: November 1, 2005 - October 31, 2006
All Rates are in US Dollar per person
Code: RVTR |
Group Size (Person) |
Hotel Category |
1 |
2 |
3-5 |
6-9 |
10-14 |
15-19 |
20 up. |
SGL Sup. |
| Deluxe |
1,939 |
1,098 |
983 |
818 |
708 |
667 |
635 |
255 |
| First |
1,706 |
956 |
842 |
676 |
566 |
524 |
492 |
163 |
| Superior |
1,638 |
922 |
808 |
643 |
533 |
491 |
459 |
130 |
| Tourist |
1,589 |
901 |
787 |
622 |
510 |
469 |
439 |
102 |
1 Tour leader is granted free of charge in a group of minimum 15-20 persons. |
Compulsory gala dinners during public holidays (X' mas, New Year & Tet " Lunar New Year"), & peak season surcharge (15 Dec. 05 - 16 Jan. 06 and 04. - 20 Feb. 06) apply for different period at different hotels and will be advised at time of booking. |
Validity: November 1, 2006 - October 31, 2007
All Rates are in US Dollar per person
Code: RVTR |
Group Size (Person) |
Hotel Category |
1 |
2 |
3-5 |
6-9 |
10-14 |
15-19 |
20 up. |
SGL Sup. |
| Deluxe |
2,172 |
1,230 |
1,101 |
916 |
793 |
747 |
711 |
285 |
| First |
1,910 |
1,070 |
943 |
757 |
634 |
587 |
551 |
182 |
| Superior |
1,835 |
1,033 |
905 |
720 |
597 |
550 |
514 |
145 |
| Tourist |
1,780 |
1,009 |
881 |
697 |
572 |
525 |
491 |
114 |
1 Tour leader is granted free of charge in a group of minimum 15-20 persons. |
Compulsory gala dinners during public holidays (X'mas, New Year & Tet "Lunar New Year"), & peak season surcharge (15 Dec. 06 - 16 Jan 07 and 04 - 20 Feb. 07) apply for different period at different hotels and will be advised at time of booking. |
Tour Cost Include the following Services:
Accommodation at hotels in twin sharing with daily breakfast,
Land transportation with stationed English/German/French speaking guide,
Entrance fees and boat fees,
Water puppet show,
Meals as mentioned in the program,
Local train and domestic air ticket and airport tax.
Tour Cost Exclude the following:
International airport taxes,
Beverage (beer, wine and other soft drinks) and personal expenses,
International air ticket,
Visa upon arrival including visa stamp fee at airport: 35 USD per person,
Supplement for Spanish/Japanese/Italian speaking guide.
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