Escorted Tours 2023-2024

Day 10: Hoi An to Nha Trang B After breakfast, it’s time to board the train for the day-long journey to the coastal city of Nha Trang. Day 11: Nha Trang B Today is at leisure where you can take some time to kick back and relax on the beautiful beach or explore the sights of Nha Trang. Day 12: Nha Trang to Saigon B/L/D Enjoy a day of island hopping, starting with a trip to Mun Island. Enjoy lunch on Con Se Tre island before returning to your hotel, have dinner, then board the overnight train to Saigon.^ Day 13: Saigon B/L/D Arrive in Saigon early and transfer straight to your hotel for breakfast. Spend the afternoon visiting the Reunification Palace and nearby Notre Dame Cathedral. Next, travel to the French-style Saigon Post Office then finish at the colourful stalls of Ben Thanh Market. Day 14: Saigon B/L Travel to the Cu Chi Tunnels, an impressive network of underground tunnels used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. Return to Saigon for an afternoon and evening at leisure. Day 15: Saigon to Mekong Cruise B/L/D Leaving Saigon, embark on a three-night cruise along the Mekong Delta, journeying to Phnom Penh in Cambodia. First, visit Can Tho, then continue to Cai Be for a guided walk to a rural village with the chance to meet the locals. Day 16: Mekong Cruise B/L/D Depart early in the morning with an excursion on long rowing sampan boats allowing you to meander through the small canals of Tan Phong islet. This afternoon, the boats moor at the charming colonial town of Sa Dec. Return to the vessel for a sunset cruise and dinner on board. Day 17: Mekong Cruise B/L/D Arrive at Cao Lanh after breakfast, disembark for at Tan Thuan Dong islet where you can enjoy a gentle cycle around or simply explore by foot. As the boat manoeuvres through Cho Vam canal, delight in a sunset cocktail party on the top deck. Day 18: Mekong Cruise to Phnom Penh B/L/D After an early breakfast, transfer to Phnom Penh by speedboat for your tour. Visit the Royal Palace and marvel at the ornately gilded Khmer roofs, solid gold-encrusted Buddha and Silver Pagoda. Next, explore the National Museum that houses Khmer art from throughout the ages. Day 19: Phnom Penh to Siem Reap B/D This morning, tour the Tuol Sleng Prison Museum and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek. Later this afternoon, continue by coach to Siem Reap. Day 20: Siem Reap B/L/D Visit Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom, then the Bayon with its beautifully crafted towers. From here, visit Baphoun, Phimeanakas and the Elephant Terrace. Lastly, see Ta Prohm, the perfect place to watch the sunset. End the day with dinner and an Apsara dance performance. Day 21: Siem Reap to the UK B Depart for your return flight, via Saigon or continue to your chosen extension. Angkor Wat Royal Palace, Phnom Penh ^Overnight train from Nha Trang to Saigon, single travellers who have not chosen to upgrade to a private single cabin will be allocated a shared twin cabin. It is not guaranteed that single travellers will be allocated cabins with fellow tour members or with passengers of the same gender. Upgrade to a private single cabin for an addition cost. Ha Long Bay Meal plan: 17 breakfasts, 1 brunch, 13 lunches and 15 dinners Accommodation: Hanoi, 4 H Muong Thanh Centre Hotel Ha Long Bay, Victory Cruise Hanoi to Hue, Sleeper train Hue, 4 H Huong Giang Hoi An, 4 H Hoi An Central Boutique Nha Trang, 4 H Rosaka Hotel Nha Trang to Saigon-Sleeper train^ Saigon, 4 H Golden Central Hotel Mekong Cruise, 4 H Mekong Eyes Phnom Penh, 4 H Sunway Hotel Siem Reap, 4 H Tara Angkor Flights: London Heathrow to Vietnam with Vietnam Airlines Tour pace: Challenging Extend your tour Laos Adventure, 5 nights, 4 H Full Board from £1,099 Siem Reap city stay, 3 nights, 4 H B&B from £129 Private Tour Upgrade Upgrade to a private tour to include your own guide and transport, plus your choice of departure date from £599 Departures & from prices 13 & 27 Apr 23 £3,699 7 & 14 Mar 24 £4,199 4 & 11 May 23 £3,599 28 Mar 24 £3,799 18 & 25 May 23 £3,599 11 & 25 Apr 24 £3,799 15 & 29 Jun 23 £3,399 2 May 24 £3,499 6 & 20 Jul 23 £3,399 9 May 24 £3,399 31 Aug 23 £3,299 23 & 30 May 24 £3,699 14 Sep 23 £2,999 13 & 27 Jun 24 £3,599 28 Sep 23 £3,099 18 Jul 24 £3,499 5 & 12 Oct 23 £3,499 1 Aug 24 £3,499 19 & 26 Oct 23 £3,599 29 Aug 24 £3,399 2 & 9 Nov 23 £3,599 12 Sep 24 £3,199 16 & 23 Nov 23 £3,599 26 Sep 24 £3,299 4 Jan 24 £4,199 3 & 10 Oct 24 £3,699 22 & 29 Feb 24 £3,799 7 & 14 Nov 24 £3,899 More dates available on our website • A single supplement starts from just £869 • Tipping paid locally $140 63 Hundreds more escorted tours are available on our website www.mercuryholidays.co.uk East Asia