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Southeast Asian Odyssey
Vietnam, Cambodia & Thailand in 19 Days, 17 Nights in Destination
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A fascinating journey of discovery through Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand! Visit the most prominent temples and be astounded at the natural beauty and rich culture of this part of the world as you embark on the trip of a lifetime.
Trip Highlights
- Halong Bay
- Hanoi
- Ho Chi Minh
- Bangkok
- Angkor Wat
- Phnom Penh
- Siem Reap
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All flights
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All transfers
Activities
Some meals
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Departures available until July 2025
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charm
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- 16 nights in Charm and Superior category hotels.
- 1 night on board a Ha Long Bay Cruise.
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From $2,999
- 16 nights in Superior category hotels.
- 1 night on board a Ha Long Bay Cruise.
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From $3,799
- 16 nights in Deluxe category hotels.
- 1 night on board a Ha Long Bay Cruise.
Accommodation: 17 Nights
Itinerary
Explore the natural wonders and national treasures of Southeast Asia. Experience the bustling city of Hanoi, the mystic waters of the stretching Mekong Delta, the historic capital Ho Chi Minh City and relax on a cruise on HaLong Bay. Delve into Cambodian history in the capital of Phnom Penh and discover Siem Reap. Be amazed by eye-opening Bangkok and explore the legendary temples of Angkor Wat.
Arrival at your US departure airport* ready to check-in for an overnight flight to Hanoi. Night on board.
*If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
Arrival at Noi Bai international airport in Hanoi, meet your guide and transfer to the hotel. Hanoi is a city characterized by centuries-old architecture and vibrant Southeast Asian culture, located in the heart of Vietnam.
Offering a variety of unique experiences, from impressive temples and lively culture, to busy markets and world-renowned cuisine. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to begin discovering this fascinating city. Overnight stay in Hanoi.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Chalcedony Hotel or similar
353 Reviews
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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy an action-packed city tour of Hanoi. Stop at Huu Tiep Lake, home to the famous downed US B-52 bomber and wander through the lively local market.
Next, visit Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum (viewed from the outside on Monday & Friday due to closure), and the One Pillar Pagoda, whose origins date back to the foundation of the city. Continue to Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam, the Temple of Literature and Vietnam’s first university, dating back to the 11th century.
Walk around Hanoi’s Old Quarter to see locals trading and going about their daily lives. Relax at a local café for a refreshing cup of coffee or green tea. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Overnight stay in Hanoi.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Chalcedony Hotel or similar
353 Reviews
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Activities
Hanoi City Tour
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Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a day at your leisure in Hanoi today, experiencing the hustle and bustle of Vietnam's most vibrant city! We recommend an optional excursion to the beautiful natural area of Ninh Binh* or a half-day jeep ride to an ancient ceramic village**. Overnight stay in Hanoi.
*Optional full-day trip to Ninh Binh (with lunch): begin discovering the unusual landscapes on-route. Arrive in Tam Coc, and embark on a small rowboat and journey past local villages and spectacular caves. Next, visit Bich Dong pagoda. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Finally, continue by road to Hoa Lu to discover its history.
**Optional half-day Jeep ride & 1000 y/o ceramic village (with lunch): drive by Red River dyke passing fruit orchards, to the ceramic village of Bat Trang. Wander through the zigzagging alleyways and discover the villagers' daily lives. Stop at a ceramic workshop during the walking tour and learn about the manufacturing process with the chance to design your own. Enjoy an included lunch in the countryside before your return to Hanoi.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Chalcedony Hotel or similar
353 Reviews
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Activities
Full-Day Ninh Binh Excursion
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Jeep Excursion to a 1000-year-old Ceramic Village (half-day with lunch)
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Breakfast at the hotel. Depart by road to Ha Long Bay, a World Heritage area of outstanding natural beauty known for its limestone islands and glistening waters. Travel through the rich farmlands of the delta and witness the daily life of the Vietnamese villages.
Arrive in Ha Long and board a traditional junk boat, to begin your cruise along the bay with a welcome drink. Lunch on board. Pass by many fascinating islets and stop to visit local fishing villages, caves and limestone islands. Relax at your leisure on the sun deck. Dinner and overnight on board.
Please note: The cruise operator will choose ONE itinerary to either Ha Long Bay or Lan Ha Bay. Itinerary is subject to change without prior notice according to weather conditions or local administration regulations. There will be no guide on board.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hera Cruise or similar
261 Reviews
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Activities
Ha Long Bay Cruise
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Early risers are invited to participate in a Tai Chi demonstration on the upper bridge. Afterwards a light breakfast will be served, and later, enjoy a splendid brunch aboard the boat. Continue to navigate through the myriad of islands and islets, paying a visit to the most notable of them.
By midday, bid farewell to the fascinating panorama of Ha Long Bay and head back to Hanoi. The rest of the day is at your leisure to soak up the atmosphere, do some souvenir shopping or continue discovering the city at your own pace. Overnight stay in Hanoi.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Chalcedony Hotel or similar
353 Reviews
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Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, transfer to the airport to take your flight to Ho Chi Minh. This vibrant city, described as the ‘Pearl of the Far East’, boasts beautiful heritage buildings, friendly locals and exciting atmosphere!
Arrival at Tan Son Nhat International airport and meet your guide. The rest of the day is at your leisure to discover this fascinating city at your own pace. We recommend taking part in our optional half-day excursion to the underground city of Cu Chi* perfect, for history enthusiasts. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
*Optional excursion to Cu Chi (half-day, without lunch): explore the famous Cu Chi tunnels, located 40 miles northwest of Ho Chi Minh City. This underground city, built in 1948 by the Viet Minh to fight the French, includes living rooms, kitchens, warehouses, armories, hospitals, command centers.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Acnos Grand Hotel or similar
185 Reviews
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Activities
Half Day Cu Chi Tunnels Excursion
Moderate
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Breakfast at the hotel. Embark on a full-day tour of Ho Chi Minh City. Visit Dong Khoi Street, appreciate the restored Opera House, and visit the Grand Hotel de Ville.
Be amazed by the Notre Dame Cathedral, and the impressive Central Post Office, designed by the architect Gustav Eiffel. In District 5 visit China Town and the iconic Thien Hau Temple, built in honour of the goddess of the sea.
Conclude your exciting excursio at the bustling Ben Thanh market. Return to the hotel and the enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh City.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Acnos Grand Hotel or similar
185 Reviews
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Activities
Full-Day Ho Chi Minh City Sightseeing Tour
Light
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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, the day is yours to explore at your leisure! We recommend taking part in our optional excursion to discover the magical Mekong Delta.* Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh City.
*Optional Mekong Delta excursion: depart to Ben Tre province crossing Rach Mieu bridge. Hop on a motorized boat on the Ben Tre River. Stop at a brick kiln and visit a coconut processing workshop on the canal. Take a motorized cart or bicycle and pass by green rice fields and discover everyday life on the river. Take a rowing-boat along a water palm creek before you return to the pier.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Acnos Grand Hotel or similar
185 Reviews
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Activities
Full-Day Mekong Delta Excursion
Moderate
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Breakfast at the hotel. Today you say goodbye to Vietnam and head by road to Cambodia! After breakfast, depart from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh on the Mekong Express and Giant Ibis bus. The journey takes you through the country, so sit back and enjoy the ride.
Arrive in Phnom Penh in the evening, transfer to your hotel for check-in and take the rest of the evening to familiarize yourself with your new surroundings. Overnight stay in Phnom Penh.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
The Onra Hotel or similar
28 Reviews
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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, set off on a poignant excursion to The Killing Fields of Choeung Ek, for a moving insight into the rule of the Khmer Rouge. Understand this period in Cambodian history at the Tuol Sleng Prison Museum and visit the notorious fields.
The rest of the day is at your leisure to continue exploring independently. We recommend an optional city tour to get to know Phnom Penh's most emblematic sights*. Overnight stay in Phnom Penh.
*Optional Phnom Penh City Tour: explore Cambodia’s capital and its major landmarks including the fascinating Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda and a tranquil boat cruise along the Mekong River.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
The Onra Hotel or similar
28 Reviews
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Activities
The Killing Fields’ of Choeung Ek
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Afternoon Phnom Penh City Tour
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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, catch the Giant Ibis/Mekong Express bus* from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap. On arrival, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Enjoy exploring this vibrant city at your own pace as the rest of the day is at leisure. Why not head out to discover the well-known night market and Pub Street. Overnight stay in Siem Reap.
*The Giant Ibis/Mekong Express bus ride is approx. 200 miles and takes around 6 hours. Choose to take a flight from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap with Cambodia Angkor Air (1-hour flight), available for purchase in the next step of the booking process.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Ibis Styles, Siem Reap or similar
155 Reviews
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Breakfast at the hotel. Embark on a captivating journey this morning. We will explore the mystical world of ancient temples. We will start our adventure towards Angkor Thom. Discover the Bayon temple. It is a masterpiece adorned with 54 towers. They bear 200 serene faces of Avolokitesvara, evoking a sense of divine calm. Journey onward to the Baphuon temple. It is a testament to the grandeur of Jayavarman I's reign. It has an imposing structure and intricate design.
Explore the Phimeanakas. Tales of royalty echo through time there. Wander the terraces of the leper king and elephants. History and intrigue steep each spot. Our next stop is Ta Prohm. The temple is mesmerizing and wrapped in nature's embrace. Ancient stones mix with towering roots to keep its enigmatic allure.
In the afternoon, we unveil the crown jewel of Angkor: the revered Angkor Wat. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's famous for its great architecture and spiritual meaning. As the day ends, bask in the sunset's ethereal glow over Angkor Wat. It's a moment of awe and introspection.
We arrive back at our sanctuary in Siem Reap. The echoes of Cambodia's past linger in the twilight. They promise memories to treasure as we rest and get ready for another day of discovery. Settle into the hotel for an overnight stay in Siem Reap.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Ibis Styles, Siem Reap or similar
155 Reviews
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Activities
Full-Day Angkor Temples Excursion
Moderate
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Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a day at your leisure, soaking up the ambience of Siem Reap, or perhaps exploring the sights at your own pace. We recommend an optional excursion to Phnom Kulen Mountain, a sacred pilgrimage site home to remote temples*. Overnight stay in Siem Reap.
*Optional half-day Phnom Kulen Mountain excursion: Phnom Kulen National Park, Cambodia's most sacred mountain, is 25 miles northeast of Siem Reap. A revered pilgrimage site, it features a modern pagoda with Angkor views, a 26-foot reclining Buddha, and a purifying Linga statue. Explore the River of One Thousand Lingas and a nearby waterfall, offering a refreshing swim.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Ibis Styles, Siem Reap or similar
155 Reviews
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Activities
Half-Day Phnom Kulen Mountain Excursion
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Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day at your leisure, exploring the lively city center. We recommend enjoying an optional excursion to a Blessing Ceremony at the pagoda and visit to Tonle Sap Lake* and an optional Tuk-Tuk Street Food tour**.
In the afternoon visit the Old Market (at the time those who took the first excursion return from the Lake). Overnight stay in Siem Reap.
*Optional Blessing Ceremony & visit to Tonle Sap Lake: Wat Damnak is one of the most beautiful pagodas, boasting French colonial architecture and a garden full of large statues. Participate in a private blessing ceremony, conducted by the local monks that live in the pagoda. Next, embark on a boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake, the largest in Southeast Asia, that can grow by ten fold during the rainy season.
**Optional Tuk-Tuk street food tour (night tour): immerse yourself in local culture and try all different types of local street food, snacks, fruit, fried insects...! To end this exciting excursion, head to a local restaurant to enjoy a traditional dinner, cooked by locals in true Cambodian style.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Ibis Styles, Siem Reap or similar
155 Reviews
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Activities
Blessing Ceremony at the pagoda and visit to Tonle Sap Lake
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Discover Cambodian Street Food by Tuk Tuk (Evening tour)
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Breakfast at the hotel. Depart the hotel this morning ready to take a flight to Bangkok. Touch down in the buzzing capital of Thailand and transfer to the hotel.
Bangkok offers a variety of unique experiences, from its impressive temples and lively culture, to its exciting night markets and world-renowned cuisine. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure and begin discovering this fascinating city. Overnight stay in Bangkok.
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Royal Bangkok or similar
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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, get ready to discover the city and its temples on an exciting tour of Bangkok! Begin along the main avenues to reach the vibrant Chinatown neighborhood.
Our first stop will be at Wat Traimit Temple, best known for housing a 5-ton solid gold Buddha loaded with history. Our next stop will be the Wat Pho Temple, home one of the largest reclining Buddhas in the world at over 150 feet long.
To finish the tour, head to a precious stone factory where you will see a demonstration of how local craftspeople make their products. We recommend an optional excursion to the Grand Palace* to learn more about the culture of this country. Return to the hotel and overnight stay in Bangkok.
*Optional excursion to the Grand Palace: discover this impressive complex, symbol of the city and former official residence of the King of Thailand between the 18th and mid-20th centuries. Also visit Wat Phra Kaew or Temple of the Emerald Buddha, the most important in Thailand.
Please note: For the Grand Palace visit you should wear long pants that cover the ankles and a long-sleeved shirt.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Royal Bangkok or similar
837 Reviews
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Activities
Visit to the Bangkok temples
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Visit to Bangkok's Royal Palace
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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy the day at leisure to continue exploring the capital. Why not head to some of its many markets, where you can sample some of its famous street food dishes. We recommend an exciting and entertaining optional excursion to visit the train market and floating market* or an optional trip to Ayutthaya**. Overnight stay in Bangkok.
*Optional train market and floating market excursion: travel to Mae Klong where you’ll see a curious market installed on the train tracks. The merchants collect all the products in record time when a train passes! From there, head to the Klong Damnersaduak floating market in Ratchaburi province, considered the most important in the country.
**Optional Ayutthaya excursion (depart by bus + return by boat): discover Ayutthaya and its archaeological site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to Bang Pa-In, the official summer residence of Thailand royalty. Embark on a river cruise along the Chao Phraya River back to the city of Bangkok. A buffet lunch will be served on board (drinks not included). Arrive in Bangkok in the afternoon.
Please note: optional excursions on this day cannot be done together, you will only be able to choose one of them.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Royal Bangkok or similar
837 Reviews
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Activities
Floating market and Train market visit
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Ayutthaya excursion on bus & boat
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Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to the US*. Nigh on board.
*If your return flight departs early in the morning, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast.
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- Included in all our trips. more information
- Departures from main US airports.
- International flights: US - Hanoi, Bangkok - US.
- Internal flights: Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh, Siem Reap - Bangkok.*more information
- 17 nights: 16 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels and 1 night on board a Ha Long Bay Cruise.See hotels included
- 17 Breakfasts, 1 Brunch, 1 Lunch and 1 Dinner.
- Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.**more information
- Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with an English speaking guide.See itinerary
- All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
- Ha Long Bay Cruise.
- English-speaking guide for part of the trip
Not included
Vietnam E-visa (online before traveling), Cambodia visa (e-visa or on arrival), drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.
Obtain your VISA for Vietnam:
US & CA passport holders are required to get an entry visa before departure. You are able to apply for a 90-day multy-entry e-visa to visit Vietnam through the website:
https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/trang-chu-ttdt
You MUST select ‘Noi Bai International Airport - Hanoi’ as the point of entry in order to be allowed to enter Vietnam.
Obtain your VISA for Cambodia:
To enhance your overall experience, we recommend that you apply for your Tourist Visa for Cambodia online to reduce your transit time at the border.
Ways to obtain it:
- Online: Apply for your E- VISA for Cambodia at least 7 days prior to your trip. Click on the following link and select ‘VISA T’, the cost is approximately $36 USD. The port of entry will be "Bavet" if you are travelling by land and "Phnom Penh Airport" if you added the flight upgrade. https://www.evisa.gov.kh
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On Arrival: If for any reason you were unable to process the visa online don’t worry, you will be able to obtain a visa at the Cambodian border on arrival, in this case we recommend that you bring a ‘passport' photo (35 x 45 mm) with you and $36 USD for the tax payment.
*Documentation of the internal flights will either be available in the "My bookings" section in your "Customer Area" 14 days before your trip or delivered to you on arrival at your destination. It is essential to fill in the passport information correctly for each passenger in the given boxes at the end of the reservations process.
Vietnam & Cambodia internal flights luggage restrictions:
- Vietnam Airline baggage policy: 1 checked bag of 23kg and 1 hand baggage of 12kg per person.
- Cambodian Angkor Air policy: 1 checked bag of 23kg and 1 hand baggage of 7kg per person.
- Bamboo Aiways: 1 checked bag of 20kg and 01 hand baggage of 7kg per person.
Please note that the optional tours are not exclusive to Exoticca travelers and groups will be mixed with travelers from other tour operators.
Ha Long Bay Cruise: Each cruise is only allowed to choose ONE itinerary to either Ha Long Bay or Lan Ha Bay. Itinerary is subject to change without prior notice according to weather conditions or local administration regulations.
**Transfers without English speaking guide.
Thailand: The included and optional tours in Bangkok will usually take place on the days marked in the itinerary. However, due to operational factors related to the group size, weather conditions, local festivals, etc., these days could be changed, in which case it will be notified upon arrival.
Entry requirements
Passport with a minimum of six months validity. One page required for stamp.
Visa
A visa is required. You can apply online at https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/
Currency
Vietnamese Dong.
Language
Vietnamese.
Electricity
220 V in the majority of the country. Adapter required.
Health
Please consult your doctor regarding malaria prophylaxis.
Time zone
UTC + 07:00.
Other useful information
There is free wi-fi in the most popular tourist spots of the country.
Tourist Office website
http://www.vietnamtourism.com
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.
Triple room: the third bed will be a rollaway bed.
Children: 2 - 11 years.
If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +1 888-488-0592 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.
While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.
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