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Indochina Adventure

19 days Hanoi to Bangkok

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Join a morning tai chi session in Hanoi, Buy handmade souvenirs in the vibrant Vientiane market, Chill-out in riverside Vang Vieng, Soak up the history of Luang Prabang, Take a slow boat up the Mekong, Wind down with a traditional Thai massage, Live it up in exciting Chiang Mai, Meet Thailand's northern hilltribes while stretching legs on a three-day trek, Practise bargaining in Bangkok's night markets

A region with a dazzling array of rich cultures and traditions, Indochina is a feast for the senses. Travelling from the French heritage of Hanoi to the multicultural melting-pot of Bangkok, there's plenty to experience along the way. Whether you're slurping up a steaming bowl of pho at a street stall in Vinh, visiting the opulent Royal Palace Museum in Vientiane, gliding down the Mekong in a slow boat, meeting friendly hilltribes in rural Thailand or bargaining up a storm in Chiang Mai's Night Bazaar, you'll get wonderful insight into Indochina on this incredible overland adventure.

Physical Rating: 3
Culture Shock Rating: 3
Accommodation: Hotels (15 nts), hilltribe villages (2 nts), overnight trains (1 nts)
Transportation: Overnight train, bus, minivan, boat, elephant, walking
Trip Style: Intrepid Basix
Group Size: Maximum of 16 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $200 for meals not included.

Call (800) 395-9550 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6603363

Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel

Duration

19 Days

Escorted

Escorted - Yes

Itinerary

Day	Destination	Description
Day 1	Hanoi	Hop onto a cyclo to discover Hanoi's unique blend of lakes, boulevards and bustling streetside markets.
Day 2	Vinh	Shaking off a long history of war, Vinh is emerging as a very pleasant place to stop before crossing the border.
Days 3-5	Vientiane	Check out Pha That Luang, Laos' most important national monument, or trade smiles with vendors at the colourful Talat Sao market.
Days 6-7	Vang Vieng	Explore limestone caves, float downriver in an inner tube, sample some fried bats or just take it easy in this laid-back riverside paradise.
Days 8-10	Luang Prabang	Visit the fascinating Royal Palace Museum for an insight into Lao's imperial past. Take a dip at Kuang Si Falls or climb Mt Phou Si for fantastic views.
Day 11	Pak Beng/Mekong River	Unwind on the slow boat up the Mekong River to the Thai border, enjoying breathtaking scenery and idyllic village scenes along the way.
Day 12	Huay Xai/Mekong River	Visit a nearby hilltribe village or veg out with a fresh fish dish in this frontier town.
Days 13-14	Chiang Mai	Mystical yet modern, Chiang Mai is a charming town to spend a few days. Discover hidden temples in the Old Quarter or hire a bicycle to cruise around town.
Days 15-17	Hilltribe Trek	Head to the hills, hiking through the rural villages of Thailand's northern hilltribes. Meeting smiling locals in distinctive traditional dress and sleeping in bamboo huts make this leg of the trip an absolute highlight.
Day 18	Chiang Mai/Overnight train	Treat yourself to a relaxing Thai massage.
Day 19	Bangkok	Hit the streets for a taste of Thailand, feasting on pad thai and Chang beer.

Dates/Pricing

Tours

Date	Price / Description	Quote
10/26/2008	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP201026; Local payment of USD $200
11/02/2008	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP201102; Local payment of USD $200
11/09/2008	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP201109; Local payment of USD $200
11/23/2008	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP201123; Local payment of USD $200
11/30/2008	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP201130; Local payment of USD $200
12/07/2008	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP201207; Local payment of USD $200
12/14/2008	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP201214; Local payment of USD $200
12/21/2008	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP201221; Local payment of USD $200
12/28/2008	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP201228; Local payment of USD $200
01/04/2009	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP200104; Local payment of USD $200
01/11/2009	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP200111; Local payment of USD $200
01/18/2009	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP200118; Local payment of USD $200
01/25/2009	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP200125; Local payment of USD $200
02/01/2009	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP200201; Local payment of USD $200
02/08/2009	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP200208; Local payment of USD $200
02/22/2009	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP200222; Local payment of USD $200
03/01/2009	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP200301; Local payment of USD $200
03/15/2009	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP200315; Local payment of USD $200
03/29/2009	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP200329; Local payment of USD $200
04/26/2009	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP200426; Local payment of USD $200
05/10/2009	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP200510; Local payment of USD $200
05/24/2009	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP200524; Local payment of USD $200
06/07/2009	$925.00* (USD) / Tour Code: LRP200607; Local payment of USD $200

Disclaimer

* The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the time of printing/posting. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2007 and 31 December 2007, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full. For trips departing beyond 31 December 2007, prices are indicative only. The itineraries and dates online and in our printed brochures are applicable from 01 January 2007 until 31 December 2007. Beyond 31 December 2007 dates and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at time of printing/posting, but please note that changes to our trips (which can be significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you informed of any changes, but cannot be held liable for any alterations made to the published itineraries. Please refer to our website for the most recent update to any trip. Please note that these conditions apply to Intrepid group trips only. Variations may apply for Intrepid Independent trips. Loss of monies paid applies to all cancelled reservations. The date of trip cancellation is the date on which the written cancellation is received by Intrepid. Please ask your Travel Agent about our full Booking and Cancellation Conditions.