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Gay Vietnam
Comfort Vietnam
Comfort (what does this mean?)
01/01/2009 to 31/12/2009
CAD $1520.00 USD $1520.00
$250 deposit required, remaining balance collected 60 days prior to departure.
15 days
Experience modern Vietnam in Ho Chi Minh City, Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels, Get a taste of local life in a Mekong Delta homestay, Relax on the beaches of Nha Trang, Have a whole new wardrobe tailored in Hoi An, Experience imperial Vietnam in Hue, Take in a water puppet performance, Enjoy sumptuous seafood banquets, Cruise the awe-inspiring Halong Bay, Soak up the French charm of Hanoi
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From south to north, Vietnam is a kaleidoscope of wonderful people, delicious food, absorbing history and picturesque landscapes. Imagine exploring the beautiful lakes and boulevards of Hanoi, learning the mysteries of the Viet Minh in Ho Chi Minh City, and getting to know the locals as their guests in a Mekong Delta homestay. Be dazzled by the kaleidoscope of wonderful people and picturesque landscapes Vietnam offers in its lively cities on this 15-day adventure.
Is this trip right for you?
15 days
VDT
You are required to carry your pack on and off trains and buses, up hotel steps, etc. Your itinerary may include easy paced walks or bike rides, but these are on mainly flat ground.
The trip includes a range of accommodation, such as basic hotels with western facilities or overnight trains. Days of being on the move are well interspersed, communication with the outside world is ever-present and a wide variety of food is commonly available.
3 (rating definition)
This trip travels to a somewhat conservative area. We encourage you to experience the destination and culture with the following in mind:
Accommodation - We do not foresee any areas of concern on this trip.
Public Display of affection - These are not common in this area however in some cases holding hands is acceptable.
Gay Activities - This trip may have limited gay hosted events, meals or day tours due to the cultural sensitivity of this region. We will do our best to provide a safe, comfortable environment for you and your fellow travellers to experience this culture.
Please read the important notes & local dress section of the Trip Notes for more detailed information
13 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 4 Dinners
Hotels (11 nts), sailing junk (1 nt), multi-share homestay (1 nt), overnight train (1 nt)
Plane, overnight train, private bus, boat, cyclo, walking
Out Comfort
Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure is guaranteed, subject to 6 people travelling
Allow USD $300 for meals not included.
01/01/2009 to 31/12/2009
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1. Arrival airport to hotel transfer included. Please provide flight details at time of booking 2. A single supplement is available on this trip
Daily life overflows onto the teeming streets, into the French-style cafes and in the peaceful pagodas of Ho Chi Minh City. Take it all in with a cyclo city tour and stop by the War Remnants Museum. Clamber into the mind-boggling Cu Chi Tunnels. Be warned - it's a tight fit.
Cruise the maze of waterways crisscrossing the fertile Mekong Delta before enjoying traditional hospitality at a rural homestay. Awaken early the following morning to mingle with locals at the floating markets.
Stunning mountains, squeaky sand and a shimmering sea make Nha Trang the perfect place for a beach break. See it all on a cyclo tour, then cruise the nearby islands, stopping to swim and snorkel in the balmy sea. Feast on the day's catch and head out to experience the town's famed nightlife.
A renowned port in the 16th and 17th centuries, Hoi An still retains an enchanting sense of centuries past. Wander beneath crab-shell ceilings and charming courtyards inside ancient family homes or cycle into the scenic surrounding countryside.
Stop at lovely Lang Co Beach for lunch en route to the walled city of Hue, once the exclusive domain of Vietnam's former royal rulers. See the ruins of the Imperial Citadel and a spectacular royal tomb, before embarking upon a river cruise.
Despite the throngs of bicycles, cyclos and motorbikes, Hanoi retains its French Provincial air. Visit the Temple of Literature and the Fine Arts Museum before attending an evening water puppet performance.
Start the day with breakfast at KOTO, an organisation that trains street kids in restaurant management and hospitality. Visit a handicraft centre that supports locals living with disabilities, then board a junk boat to cruise the jade waters of Halong Bay. Uncover beaches, secret grottoes and soaring karst peaks and dine overlooking the incredible bay scenery.
Stop by villages to see local artisans crafting traditional ceramics. Hit the hectic streets of Hanoi and soak up the French-colonial vibe. Stroll through the Old Quarter, a collection of around 50 streets where anything and everything is for sale. Perhaps celebrate the end of the journey over a final feast.
There are no departures for this trip at the moment.
Itinerary
Days 1-2 Ho Chi Minh CityDays 3-4 Mekong Delta
Days 5-6 Nha Trang
Days 7-9 Hoi An
Days 10-11 Hue
Day 12 Hanoi
Day 13 Halong Bay
Days 14-15 Hanoi
Trip Map
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