TOUR TO VIETNAM

Southern Attraction

| Nha Trang | Da Lat | Ho Chi Minh City | Cu Chi | Mekong Delta | Tay Ninh |
| My Tho | Vinh Long | Can Tho | Phu Quoc | Phan Thiet |

Nha Trang

442 km from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Nha Trang is one of 29 most beautiful bays in the world. This bay is well known to have the best weather in Vietnam as well as for miles and miles of beaches, deserted bays, reefs and islands. Nha Trang is the paradise for whom who like snorkeling and scuba diving. It offers a great opportunity to swim, snorkel and scuba diving. Don’t worry, training and equipments for diving are available shall you require. Nha Trang is home to summer residence of Vietnamese last emperor, Bao Dai. And if you want to feel like an emperor yourself, 5 star hotels like Ana Mandara Hotel or Vinpearl Resort & Spa are willing to help you out! Nha Trang has also several sights worth seeing away from sand and sea, and that is Oceanographic Institue and Pogana Cham Tower. All these things make Nha Trang to be the most popular beach resort in the south of Vietnam.

Attractions:
Snorkeling or scuba diving to discover Nha Trang sea. Relaxing on beautiful resorts.

Dalat

From the time of the French onwards, Dalat with its elegant colonial villas and mountain landscape of pine trees has been a great favorite of people from Saigon, very well known as place for honeymooners. It was discover by doctor Yersin, who was in fact searching for this unknown region for a possible area to grow quinquina. Several years went by before the General Governor of Indochina Paul Doumer decided to establish a mountain resort here in 1917. Since then, the surrounding countryside has been extensively developed and the town owes its rich diversity as much to tourism as to its fruit and vegetable crop and horticultural activity. Dalat definitely provides a breath of fresh air and some wonderful landscapes, together with the chance to meet the hill tribe people of Ma and Koho.

Attractions:
Walking around Xuan Huong Lake, visit Truc Lam monatery, boat ride on Tuyen Lam Lake, visit crazy monk in Lam Ti Ni pagoda, visit Dalat railway station. Stay in original colonial hotel of Dalat Sofitel Palace.

Ho Chi Minh City (Sai Gon)


The city of Saigon was renamed Ho Chi Minh city and drifted into practical hibernation until the 1990s with opening up the economy and the subsequent tourist boom. The city curls around one of the bends in the Saigon Rive and comprises 17 districts and 5 rural sectors, but few tourists venture out of the 1st, 3rd and 5th districts, where most of the important sites are located. With population about 7 millions people, the city is very famous as a center of economy in Vietnam. Life seem to be very busy, diversity and never stop in this city. Friendly and hospitable people is also one of the main attraction of Saigon. The other attraction of the city is China town which still remain its typical style from the past.

Attractions:
Visit China town, mingle with hospitable local people in Sai Gon, visit Reunification Palace, City Cathedral, Post Office and War museum.

Cu Chi Tunnel
The Cu Chi Tunnel were of major importance during the Vietnam War. About 250 kilometers long, it is proof of the cleverness ideas of mankind that being employed in fighting for their survival during war time. They are a striking testimony to the resourcefulness and determination of the Vietnamese in the face of extraordinary military power destroyed by the American in the area. Thirty year later the weapons are silent, the tunnel network in Cu Chi still remind of the tragedy of the war for the tourist who come to visit the area.

Attractions:
visit Cu Chi area, coming down to discover the tunnel network still left from the war.

Mekong Delta


Life in Mekong flow in the rhythm of work in the fields and the constant comings and goings of the peasants, on foot, on bicycle, on the back of water buffalo, by bus but most of all by boat. The delta is a startling combination of land and water, an area in permanent limbo between liquid and solid. The Mekong river flows into Vietnam from Cambodia via two main branches, the Tien Giang (Upper Mekong) and Hau Giang ( Bassac River) which empty into South China Sea through nine separate branches so local people call its name Cuu Long( Nine Dragon River}. A glorious carpet of paddy fields furrowed with channels rich in silt and teeming with fish stretches far into the distant. To explore Mekong properly, take a boat trip along one of the watercourses or a casual stroll around an orchard, but also try and visit a busty market or enter to one of the many
Temples, Pagodas and Churches, guardian of the Delta’s mysterious spirit.

Attractions:
Discover Mekong area on boat, visit orchard and home of local people, discover floating market, which you can find only from here.

Tay Ninh


This province is situated on the outer edges of Vietnam along the Cambodian border and serves as the headquarter of one of the country’s most interesting religion founded in the 1920’s: Cao Dai religion. Cao Dai holy see in Tay ninh is the most attraction place in town to tourists. The monastery has been the headquarter to Cao Dai religion from 1927 spread out over 1km2 park . In the middle of which stand the Cao Dai Grand Temple built in 1933. The temple is a pagoda, cathedral and Taoist place of worship rolled into one. The unique ritual ceremony in the mid-day here is main attraction of tourists who come to Tay Ninh.

Attractions:
Visit Cao Dai Grand Temple, attend to the mid-day mass of local people.

Can Tho


Can Tho is the main administrative center of the Mekong delta and a university town. It is also the crossroads town, a focal point for travelers whom it will not disappoint, since the insignificance of the modern architecture is more than compensated for by the attraction of it lively streets and its riverside promenade. Beyond the city gates, the remarkable network of canals threading the countryside reveals some of the most fascinating facets of the delta.

Attractions:
Discover the rural area of Can Tho on boat through small canals, visit Cai Rang floating market.

Phan Thiet

At just three-hours from Ho Chi Minh City, Phan Thiet and its beach at Mui Ne offer a great break from the hustle and hassles of the big city. The town itself retains some of its charm, and the colourful harbour, home to Phan Thiet's large fishing fleet, is a popular sight with visitors. The fleet ensures that the restaurants and resorts in town and along Mui Ne beach are always able to offer some Vietnam's best seafood dishes. Indeed, dining is one of the many delights of a stay in Phan Thiet.In recent years, the 21km stretch of golden sand along Mui Ne has witnessed a transformation as numerous international-standard resorts have opened along the beach front. That said, the area is not overdeveloped and the resorts tend to be sympathetically designed and constructed. The range of accommodation is wide, from basic bungalows costing just a few dollars to super-luxury resort complexes and hotels offering enough facilities to satisfy all but the most jaded travelers. Visitors can certainly enjoy walking shady roads under coconut trees, swimming in the blue water of the beautiful beaches, climbing on the golden sand dunes or relaxing by a swimming pool.

Attractions:
Relaxing on quiet peaceful beach resort. Discover and having fun on the unique sand dune at sun set, enjoy fresh local seafood and discover Suoi Tien( fairy stream) in the morning.

Phu Quoc

Phu Quoc, Vietnam’s largest island situated just off the southern coast of Vietnam. Once a home to prisoners during the war with America and then a re-education camp after independence in 1975, Phu Quoc is now considered one of the main resort town in Vietnam, literally it is an ideal tourist destination for nature and sea lovers. Half of the island remains forested and the beaches deserted and unspoilt. Phu Quoc is called the island of "99 mountains" because of its many sandstone chains gradually descending from the north to the south. The longest one is Ham Ninh which stretches for 30 km along the eastern edge with its highest peak called Mount Chua (603m). While known for its unspoiled and untouched by time and tourism, Phu Quoc still has much to offer for scuba diving lovers. And you’ve got a great chance to be amongst the first to dive this area and discover new divesites. Furthermore, visitors can enjoy river cruising, jungle-trekking to the water fall, and visiting pepper plantations and local pearl farms which produce lustours pearls with the price far less than they would cost overseas.

Attractions:
Visiting pepper plantations and local pearl farms, fishing or scuba diving on crystal sea of Phu Quoc, getting away from the bustle city, relaxing on quiet beach and more.

My Tho

My Tho is a capital city of Tien Giang province, and is about 2 hour drive from Ho Chi Minh City. My Tho has long been famous for its orchids, coconut palms, and fruit. The economy of the area is based on fishing and the cultivation of rice, bananas, citrus fruit, coconuts, longans, and mangos. One of the main attraction of My Tho is the ancient pagoda of Vinh Trang, that was built at the end of 17th century. And if you are not scared, do not miss the famous snake farm of Dong Tam.

Attractions:
Discover Mekong River, cruising along small canals on local sampan, visit local home and mingle with local people there, experience a daily life of local people on Mekong delta.

Vinh Long

Vinh Long is a typical province of Mekong delta. If you have only one or two days to visit Mekong Delta, this can be the best destination. You can take a boat trip from Mekong river to small canals shadowed by green water coconut tree, visit orchard garden, taste some local fruit there or watching local people making rice paper or pop corn in their home. You also can enjoy the typical meal of Mekong Delta in the garden of some family run restaurant.

Attractions:
Home stay in local family on Mekong delta,discover Mekong River, cruising along small canals on local sampan, visit orchard and nursery garden, experience how local people making popcorn, rice paper or coconut candy.

Source: http://sgttravel.com/vietnamsouthattract.html

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TOUR TO GENTING HIGHLAND - MALAYSIA

welcome to genting highland entertainment city

2,000 meters above sea level, Genting Highlands, a magnificent city on the hilltop, is but a mere 50km from Kuala Lumpur. It offers a cool respite from the hustle and bustle of the city capital. Crisp invigorating mountain air complemented by majestic scenery spreads out before your eyes. Lush green tropical rainforest shrouded in a veil of perpetual mist makes it hard to believe that you are just minutes away from the sweltering equatorial heat and the ever dusty city. Here, consistent temperatures between 16 and 23 degrees provide natural air conditioning.

Genting Highlands Resort offers the bountiful harvest of nature together with a staggering potpourri of international standard facilities. Besides the cool air and scenic surroundings, this hilltop city also houses the country's one and only casino. However, one should not underestimate its value as this casino has been featured in many films produced by Hong Kong, Taiwan, and even Hollywood. Besides the casino, this hilltop resort also has a theme park of its own and an entertainment center.

Frills and Thrills on the Hills

A fantasyland of wild and thrilling adventure awaits the bold at both the indoor and outdoor Theme Park. There are seemingly endless choices of amusements to entertain people of all ages. In the wild outdoors, whoosh down a roller-coaster perched at the edge of the mountain! Dive, plunge, and escalate on the Corkscrew. Take the tranquil Boat Ride, Monorail, Skyway, Main Train and Antique Cars around the man-made lake and enjoy the ingenious landscaping. Adventure through the Jurassic age in the Land of That Time Forgot, speed around the Grand Prix Circuit, venture into the Pirate Train, and try the many, many other attractions…

Genting Theater Restaurant

Treat yourself to international shows from all over the world at the Genting Theater Restaurant. Enjoy a scrumptious dinner while feasting your eyes on pretty dancers from Las Vegas, mysterious magicians, and world famous singers. Party goers can boogie all night long at the Big Rock Disco Café.

http://genting-entertainment.blogspot.com/2007/10/genting-highland.html

TOUR TO HALONG BAY - VIETNAM

Situated in the North-East region of Vietnam, Halong Bay is a bay in the Gulf of Tonkin comprised of regions of Halong City, the township of Cam Pha, and a part of the island district of Van Don. Halong Bay borders Cat Ba Island in the southwest, the East Sea in the east, and the mainland, creating a 120 km coastline.

Halong Bay is made up of 1,969 islands of various sizes, 989 of which have been given names. There are two kinds of islands, limestone and schist, which are concentrated in two main zones: the southeast (belonging to Bai Tu Long Bay), and the southwest (belonging to Halong Bay). This densely concentrated zone of stone islands, world famous for its spectacular scenery of grottoes and caves, forms the central zone of Halong Bay, which has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The bay itself has an area of 43,400 ha, consists of 775 islands, and forms a triangle with the island of Dau Go (Driftwood Grotto) to the west, the lake of Ba Ham (Three Shelter Lake) to the south, and the island of Cong Tay to the east.

Viewed from above, Halong Bay resembles a geographic work of art. While exploring the bay, you feel lost in a legendary world of stone islands. There is Man's Head Island, which resembles a man standing and looking towards the mainland. Dragon Island looks like a dragon hovering above the turquoise water. La Vong Island resembles an old man fishing. There are also the islands of the Sail, the Pair of Roosters, and the Incense Burner, which all astonishingly resemble their namesakes. The forms of the islands change depending on the angle of the light and from where the islands are viewed. At the core of the islands, there are wonderful caves and grottoes, such as Thien Cung (Heavenly Residence Grotto), Dau Go (Driftwood Grotto), Sung Sot (Surprise Grotto), and Tam Cung (Three Palace Grotto).

Halong Bay has many links to the history of Vietnam. For example, there are such famous geographical sites as Van Don (site of an ancient commercial port), Poem Mountain (with engravings of many poems about emperors and other famous historical figures), and Bach Dang River (the location of two fierce naval battles fought against foreign aggressors).

It has been proven by scientists that Halong was one of the first cradles of human existence in the area at such archeological sites as Dong Mang, Xich Tho, Soi Nhu, and Thoi Gieng. It is also a region of highly-concentrated biological diversity with many ecosystems of salt water-flooded forests, coral reefs, and tropical forests featuring thousands of species of animal and plant life.

With all this in mind, the 18th meeting of the Committee of the World Heritages of UNESCO (in Thailand on December 17th, 1994), officially recognized Halong Bay as a natural heritage site of worldwide importance.

I. Grottoes

Dau Go (Driftwood) Grotto

Dau Go Grotto is found on Driftwood Island, formerly known as Canh Doc Island. The name Driftwood Grotto comes from the popular story of the resistance war against the Nguyen Mong aggressors. In a decisive battle, Tran Hung Dao was given an order to prepare many ironwood stakes to be planted on the riverbed of the Bach Dang River. The remaining wooden pieces were found in the grotto and, as a result, the grotto was given its present name. The entrance is reached via 90 steps up the island. The grotto is divided into three main parts. In the first chamber, many forms can be seen in the rock, depending on the imagination of the observer. In the middle of the chamber, on the top of the pillar, there appears to be a monk draped in a long, dark cloak, with his right hand clasping a cane. Moving into the second chamber, visitors pass through a narrow "door", naturally formed through erosion. The light here is mysterious, and new images appear in the stone. At the end of the grotto is a well of clear water surrounded by four ancient walls.

In this grotto, there remains an engraved stone stele singing the praises of Halong Bay ordered by Emperor Khai Dinh when he came to visit the grotto in 1917. Dau Go is 40 minutes from Bai Chay. Admission is 15,000 VND per person, 5,000 VND for children under 15, and children under 6 are free.

Trinh Nu (Virgin) Grotto-Trong (Male) Grotto

The Virgin Grotto is situated in the island range of Bo Hon, in the system comprised of the Surprise Grotto, Dong Tien Lake, and Luon Grotto. The grotto is 15 km south of Bai Chay Beach. For some fishermen, the Virgin Grotto is home, while for young lovers it is a popular romantic rendezvous site.

According to legend, there once was a beautiful fisherman's daughter, whose family was so poor that they were in service of the rich administrator of the fishing zone, who forced the family to give him their daughter as a concubine. However, the fisherman’s daughter already had a lover and refused to marry the administrator. The administrator got angry and exiled her to a wild island where she suffered from hunger and exhaustion. One frightful night she turned to stone. On this same night, her lover, knowing of her danger, rowed his boat in search of her. However, a tempest destroyed his boat, and he floated to a nearby island. In a flash of lightening, he saw his lover in the distance, but his calls were driven away by the wind. In his final exhaustion, he also turned to stone (today’s Male Grotto).

When visiting the Virgin Grotto, you can still see the petrified girl with her long hair hanging down and eyes looking towards the mainland. Opposite the Virgin Grotto, the Male Grotto is still home to the lover whose his face is turned towards his mate. At times, his passionate calls and blows against the walls of the grotto can still be heard.

Thien Cung (Heavenly Palace) Grotto

This recently discovered grotto is one of the most beautiful in Halong Bay. Thien Cung is situated on the southwest side of the bay, 4 km from the wharf outside of Halong City. It is located in a small range of islands that resemble a throne embracing two superb grottoes at its core. The way to Thien Cung is perilous, covered on both sides by thick forest. After entering a narrow gate, the magnificent, 130 m long grotto opens up.

According to legend, a beautiful young lady named May (cloud) caught the eye of the Dragon Prince and he fell in love with her. They were betrothed and got married in the very center of the grotto. All of the scenes of their wedding, which lasted for seven days and seven nights, have been seemingly fossilized in the grotto.

In the center, there are four large pillars supporting the "roof of heaven". From the base to the top, many strange images seem to exist in the stone, including birds, fish, flowers and even scenes of human life. On the north wall of the grotto, a group of fairies seems to be singing and dancing in honor of the wedding. Under the immeasurably high roof, stalactites form a natural stone curtain. There is also the sound of a beating drum made by the wind blowing through the stone.


In the last chamber of the grotto, a natural gushing stream of water babbles throughout the year. Here there are three small ponds of clear water. One path meanders out of the grotto.

Quang Hanh Grotto

Located 9 km west of Cam Pha, Quang Hanh Grotto is the longest grotto in Halong Bay. It is 1,300 m long, and stretches throughout the stone mountain of Quang Hanh. The French named it "Le Tunnel," or Tunnel Grotto.

Quang Hanh Grotto is accessible by either boat or car, but the entrance only appears when the tide is out. Ba Co Shrine (shrine of three girls) is in the grotto beside a smooth stone block. Legend tells that three girls, who were once journeying on the sea, came to the grotto to take shelter from the rain. They were so engrossed with the beauty of the grotto, that they did not notice the rising tide. They drowned, only to become water goddesses.

Quang Hanh Grotto is extremely beautiful. A small boat will take you through the stone passageway by flashlight, casting magical colors on the hanging stalactites.

II. Islands

Bai Tho Mountain (Poem Mountain)

Bai Tho Mountain is 106 m high. It runs along the coast, half on land and half in the sea. Sailing in the bay, one or two hundred meters from the mountain, one can see a poem carved on a flat stone cliff.

In 1468, Emperor Le Thanh Tong, who was also a poet, made an inspection tour of the North-East region. He stopped at the foot of the mountain, and inspired by the magnificent beauty of his surroundings, he wrote a poem. Later, he had the poem engraved on the wall of the mountain. It is very interesting to climb the mountain and enjoy the panoramic view of the bay.

Tuan Chau Islet

Situated 3 km west of Dao Go Islet, Tuan Chau Islet has an area of 300 ha. On the islet, there is a very simple bamboo house built by the inhabitants of Quang Ninh for Uncle Ho to rest after visiting Halong Bay. The house is now carefully preserved by the locals.

III. Beaches

Bai Chay
Bai Chay is a resort located along the coast of Halong Bay. This is a windward ocean resort which has a year round average temperature of 20oC (68oF).

Bai Chay is a low gently sloping range of hills that runs along the sea for more than 2 km. Blended in among the pine trees are large hotels and small villas with distinguished architectural styles. Traveling down the asphalt road along the coast, visitors see long white stretches of sand and green rows of Casuarina trees, tucked under which are small family-run restaurants. After swimming at the beach, tourists can enjoy cold drinks and cool off in the breeze that sweeps in from the sea

http://www.vietnamtourism.com/e_pages/heritage/halong.asp

8 Days Wonderfull Bangkok-Phuket-Kualalumpur-Genting Package

DAY 01 : SURABAYA - BANGKOK (via JAKARTA)

in The Morning we meet at Juanda Airport (Surabaya) for the flight to Bangkok via Jakarta, after arrive at Bangkok we have a dinner first then check-in the hotel.
Afterwards we will go to SUAN LUM Night Bazaar to shop and enjoy all available entertainment there.
After our breakfast will visit GRAND PALACE (King's Palace) & EMERALD Buddha, got on the boat all along the CHAOPHRAYA RIVER to visit WAT ARUN.



DAY 02: Bangkok CITY-TOUR



and after our lunch will go for a walk to MABOONKRONG (MBK) the centre of the biggest Wholesaler in Thailand to shop.


DAY 03: Bangkok - PHUKET

After had our breakfast will take the trip to Phuket by the Super Deluxe bus and after arrive in Phuket we direct check-in the hotel first, afterwards walking all along the Phuket COAST around at PATONG, saw the bustle of the Phuket city and the beauty SUNSET.

DAY 04 : PHUKET CITY-TOUR

After breakfast, take your City-Tour to visit the beautiful coasts that were gotten in Phuket, among them words BEACH & KARON BEACH, saw the WAT CHALONG TEMPLE beauty, VIEW POINT & PROMTHEP CAPE.


DAY 05 : PHUKET - HATYAI

After breakfast was continued by the trip to HATYAI by the Super Deluxe bus and after arrive in HATYAI direct check-in the hotel beforehand and afterwards take your free programs


(who was interested in wanting to witness the BANCI Show having the additional cost approximately Rp.150.000).



DAY 06 : HATYAI - KUALA LUMPUR
After breakfast, we direct chek-out the hotel and headed to Kuala Lumpur by the bus of Super Executive.

An arrival in KL we check-in the hotel beforehand, ate dinner then afterwards went to CHINA TOWN/PETALING STREET by getting on the monorail.

DAY 07 : KUALA LUMPUR

After breakfast, take your City-Tour to visit KL TOWER, ONE STOP Petronas,
King PALACE (King's Palace), the CAVE STONE, Factory Outlet GENEWA SWISS WATCHES, Factory Outlet CHOCOLATE MARKET and CRITICAL HIGHLAND to enjoy the Outdoor game/
Indoor or tried our luck in CASINO that was biggest in South-East Asia.




DAY 08 : KUALA LUMPUR - SURABAYA

After our breakfast, could walking around at SHOPING COMPLEX BUKIT BINTANG, BUKIT BINTANG PLAZA, SUNGEI WANG for the PLAZA, LOW YAT PLAZA, LOT 10, TIME SQUARE. and during the day we left KL headed to LCCT International Airport to return to SURABAYA.

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