Escorted Tours 2022-23 Brochure - Mercury Holidays

4 Uncover Vietnam’s hidden gem Ninh Binh, Vietnam Known locally as ‘Ha Long Bay on Land’ thanks to its magical riverine landscape, see rural Vietnam at its best with a visit to Ninh Binh on the Red River delta. The limestone topography has led to the formation of stunning caves and karst features across the region. • See pages 95 and 104 5 Cross the bridge on the River Kwai Kanchanaburi, Thailand Chief landmark of the infamous Thailand Burma Railway, the iconic bridge and nearby cemeteries serve as a reminder of the sacrifices of Allied POWs and Asian labourers during WW2. Interestingly this is not the bridge from the film which was made in Sri Lanka. • See page 107 3 Experience the bustle of Bangkok Bangkok, Thailand Thailand’s vibrant capital is a kaleidoscope of bright lights and bustling street life, where neon buildings sit side by side with ornate shrines. Don’t miss Wat Pho Temple, home to a giant reclining Buddha or the stunning Grand Palace on the banks of the Chao Phraya River. • See page 94 and 107 4 6 5 6 Meet Borneo’s famous residents Sandakan, Borneo Native to the rainforests of Indonesia and Malaysia, these magnificent, highly intelligent animals are now only found in parts of Borneo and Sumatra. Visit the rehabilitation centre, home to over 60 freely roaming orangutans, as well as nursing around 25 orphans. • See pages 90-93 89 Hundreds more escorted tours are available on our website www.mercuryholidays.co.uk Southeast Asia