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Tour Program Summary

CHINA is a land of history and refinement unparalleled in the world. Attentive visitors are immersed in a sea of visual and cultural experiences unlike any other they may have had elsewhere. Each geographic area in China teems with its own identity as an energetic variation on the great theme of Chinese civilization. You will be amazed at how regions differ vastly yet express similar values and ideas.

On this journey, we will be flying with Hong Kong Airlines, a full-service airline committed to delivering an exceptional customer experience with a unique flair of its home base.

Your journey starts from your flight from west coast gateways to Hong Kong, the southern gateway to modern China and the mainland’s window to the world. Here, people are attracted by the dramatic scenery: the bustling harbor with its backdrop of skyscraper-covered hillsides, the rugged island of Lantau, and the New Territories, where traditional walled villages and ancestral temples continue to exist alongside the new towns.

VIETNAM is a country of natural beauty, turbulent history, and charming national

and regional cultures. It offers a unique blend of the East and West with plenty of sights, sounds and smell. Vietnam cuisine is a gourmet delight with a mixture of Chinese, French and a little Thai and is one of the most sophisticated cuisines in Asia.

From Hong Kong, we fly on a Hong Kong Airlines flight to Hanoi, capital of

Vietnam. This charming city still retains the mystery and charm of past centuries. Narrow lanes and traditional shop houses invite exploration by cyclo (pedi cab), while it’s many beautiful public spaces - lakes, parks, tree-lined boulevards and monuments - give the city an air of elegance and harmony with nature unique among Asian capitals. Legacies of Chinese and French influence are evident in many parts of the city.

Drive through the Red River Delta and travel from Hanoi to your boat in Halong

Bay. A day spent cruising gently between the imposing limestone islets is hard to beat,

but an evening spent watching the stars come out over the bay is a truly magical experience. You get both, plus kayaking and swimming in the turquoise water of Halong Bay. The train journey up to the mountainous Sapa lead you into the world of Vietnam’s northern minorities, cheerful, resilient, and stick to traditions, they are among the friendliest people you will ever meet.

A short flight takes you to the exquisitely preserved merchant town of Hoi An.

The colorful store-front houses and temples reflect a diverse heritage, dating back to the 16th and 17th century, when it was a major port for Western, Chinese and Japanese traders. Today it is a thriving center of traditional crafts and a shopper's paradise, best explored on foot.

A vibrant metropolis, Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) teems with energy, activity and

motion. Everywhere you look, you see the meeting of traditional and modern life. The emerging modern skyline stands cheek by jowl with colonial buildings and traditional temples. Outside on the streets, young professionals zip by on motorcycles, chatting on cell phones; inside the quiet temple courtyards, worshippers pray amidst clouds of incense.

From Saigon Airport, take an early morning flight to Hong Kong and connect to

your flight back to North America.

Tour Itinerary Key:

● Things that are on your own ● Hotel accommodations

● Time & transportation methods

= flight, = private car, = cruise, (included in the land price)

● Meals <B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner>

● Sessions/ rides

Tour Daily Itinerary

Apr 17 Depart Fly directly from Vancouver on HX081 at 11:30AM or from San

Wed Francisco on HX061 at 12:30PM to Hong Kong with Hong Kong

Airlines.

Apr 18 Hong Kong Arrive in Hong Kong, China today on HX081 at 5:15PM from

Thu Vancouver or HX061 at 5:35PM from San Francisco. Met by your

private local English-speaking guide and a professional driver at

the arrival hall and transfer to the centrally located Metropark

Hotel Kowloon (Superior Room) by private vehicle for check-in;

remainder of the day is free at your own leisure and dinner is on

your own (guide can suggest).

Apr 19 Hong Kong Breakfast in the hotel; met by your guide and the driver at the

Fri hotel lobby and enjoy a half day Hong Kong Island sightseeing

tour by private coach (about 5 hours).

The Victoria Peak by peak tram

Aberdeen Fishing Village

Stanley Market

The Clock Tower

The Victoria Harbor

Return to the hotel and the rest of evening is free at your leisure;

lunch and dinner are on your own (guide/ hotel concierge can

suggest). <B>

Apr 20 Hong Kong Breakfast in the hotel; met by your guide and driver at the hotel

Sat Lantau lobby and set out for a full day Lantau Island sightseeing tour by

private vehicle/ on foot to visit the following

sites; Tsing Ma Bridge Ngong Ping & Tian Tan (Big) Buddha by

360 cable car Tai O Fishing Village by non-private seat-in-coach

bus Po Lin Monastery & Ngong Ping Village Transfer back to

Tung Chung by the cable car and transfer back to the hotel by

private vehicle. The rest of the night is free; lunch and dinner are

on your own (guide can suggest).

Apr 21 Hong Kong Breakfast in the hotel; met by your guide and the driver at the

Sun Hanoi hotel lobby and transfer to the airport for HX552 (1:40PM –

2:40PM; economy class) to Hanoi, Vietnam. Arrive in Hanoi,

Vietnam today; met your private English-speaking guide and a

professional driver at the airport arrival hall and transfer to a

centrally located Hanoi Pearl Hotel (Executive City View Room)

for check-in. The rest of the night is free and dinner is on your

own (guide/ hotel concierge can suggest). <B>

Apr 22 Hanoi Breakfast in the hotel; met by your guide and driver at the hotel

Mon lobby and set out for a full day Hanoi sightseeing tour by private

vehicle to visit the following sites:

Ho Chi Minh Complex including The President Palace

and Ho Chi Minh Stilt House.

One Pillar Pagoda & Tran Quoc Pagoda

Temple of Literature & Museum of Fine Arts

The Old Quarter by cyclo

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Return to your hotel later this evening and the rest of the night is

at leisure; dinner is on your own (guide/ hotel concierge can

suggest). <B-L>

Apr 23 Hanoi Breakfast in the hotel; met by your guide and driver at the hotel

Tue Halong Bay lobby and drive to Halong Bay (3.5 hours) by private vehicle.

Upon arrival around noon, board Alisa Premier Cruise (Senior

Premier Balcony Cabin) for check-in. Lunch will be served on

board and enjoy beautiful sculpted limestone islands.

After lunch, take a short trek to a nearby summit for a panoramic

view of the bay dotted with golden sails, and then go swimming

on a quiet beach or sunbathing on the sundeck. Later in the

afternoon, visit an interesting fishing village with the opportunity

to interact with fishermen who have been living in the bay for

almost three generations.

Return to the ship and enjoy cocktails while watching the

sunset. Later, dinner will be served on board. <B-L-D>

Apr 24 Halong Bay Feel free to enjoy a morning Tai Chi session at 6:30AM with an

Wed Hanoi opportunity to watch the sunrise. After breakfast on board, visit a

Danang beautiful limestone grotto before checking out at 10:30AM and the

Hoi An ship arrives at the harbor by noon.

Picked up your guide and driver upon arrival and drive

back to Hanoi (3.5 hours). Later, transfer to the airport by private

vehicle for flight VN185 (6:30PM – 7:50PM; economy class) to

Danang.

Upon arrival, met by your local private English-speaking

guide and a professional driver and drive to Hoi An (30km away)

by private vehicle. Check in Hoi An Silk Luxury Hotel & Spa

(Premier Deluxe Balcony Room) for check-in. The rest of the night

is free; lunch and dinner are on your own (guide/ hotel concierge

can suggest). <B>

Apr 25 Hoi An Breakfast in the hotel; met by your guide and driver at the hotel

Thu and enjoy a half day sightseeing tour in Hoi An by private vehicle.

The colorful store-front houses and temples reflect a diverse

heritage, dating back to the 16th and 17th century, when it was a

major port for Western, Chinese and Japanese traders. Today it is

a thriving center of traditional crafts and a shopper's paradise,

best explored on walking tour through the narrow winding streets

of the old quarter. Visit:

Chua Ong Pagoda

Chinese Assembly Hall

Tam Ky Ancestral House

Japanese Brid

Also explore the market street and the small harbor where

colorful boats are moored. Have lunch in a local restaurant. The

rest of the afternoon is free; dinner is on your own (guide/ hotel

concierge can suggest). <B-L>

Apr 26 Hoi An Breakfast in the hotel; met by your guide and driver at the hotel

Fri Danang and transfer to Danang Airport by private vehicle for VN117

Saigon (10:10AM – 11:35AM; economy class) to Saigon. Met by your

private local English-speaking guide and a professional driver

upon arrival and transfer to Paragon Saigon Hotel (Premier

room) for check-in. Have a lunch at a local restaurant.

Afterwards, start an afternoon sightseeing to see:

War Remnants Museum & Reunification Palace

Notre Dame Cathedral & The Central Post Office

Return to the hotel and you are free for the rest of the night;

dinner is on your own (guide/ hotel concierge can suggest). <B-L>

Apr 27 Saigon Breakfast in the hotel; met by your guide and driver at the hotel

Sat and enjoy a full day excursion to Mekong Delta by private vehicle

including a canal cruise. We will make a stop at Cai Be Cao Dai

Oratories, which is the religious symbol of local uniqueness,

before visiting the Cai Be Floating Market.

Next, we will visit the ancient village of Dong Hoa Hiep

commune in Tan Phong Islet and go to a local Tan Phong

people’s house by a rowing boat. We will enjoy a short cooking

class at Mekong Eco Restaurant before the lunch is prepared by

them. Return to the hotel in Saigon and you are free for the rest of

the night; dinner is on your own (guide/ hotel concierge can

suggest). <B-L>

Apr 28 Depart Boxed breakfast will be prepared by the hotel; met by your guide

Sun and driver at the hotel transfer to the airport by private vehicle

for your homebound flight on HX 539 at 4:45AM connecting in

Hong Kong on HX080 at 12:35PM for Vancouver or HX060 at

1:10PM for San Francisco. <B>

------------------------- Changes to Itinerary: Access Asia Tours has made all possible attempts to ensure the accuracy of tour itineraries.

Circumstances beyond our control may occur. We reserve the right to change itineraries, sightseeing activities, and common

carriers, and to substitute hotels when necessary. Service of a similar category and standard will be maintained if such changes are

made. The Service Voucher in your last pre-departure packet will provide the operational itinerary summary, final transport and

hotel information.

Selected First-Class Hotels for Your Tour

Please Note: The photos below are representative of the room categories. Actual rooms may vary from what is shown.

Metropark Hotel Kowloon

Situated at the heart of Kowloon, the 487-room Metropark Hotel Kowloon, Hong Kong provides easy access to the major shopping areas and commercial area of Kowloon, such as the Langham Place and MOKO shopping malls, and is ideal for business trips or

leisure breaks. The spacious and elegantly appointed guest rooms are all well-equipped with a full range of modern amenities. Free WiFi service is available in all guest rooms and guest areas. The rooftop swimming pool and Fitness Room are excellent for relaxing

and relishing the stunning view of the city.

Hanoi Pearl Hotel

The premier choice among luxury boutique hotels in Hanoi Old Quarters. Just a walking minute to legendary Hoan Kiem Lake, with impeccable service, plush amenities, and spacious accommodations, our beautiful Hanoi Pearl Hotel is premier choice for each privileged guest to enjoy the luxury and comfort. Visitors to Hanoi Pearl Hotel are introduced to the superior craftsmanship of the

property beginning with the lobby's exquisite terrazzo floor, a clear indication of the attention to detail and artistry that went into the design of this hotel.

Alisa Cruise

Alisa Cruise, The Princess of the Ocean – Expect More Than A Cruise! From our beginnings as a single story over one year ago, Alisa Cruise set out to be a different kind of other cruises. One that not only celebrated cruise with the rich services but that also brought a

feeling of connection among people. In every place that we’ve been and every place that we touch, 5-star Alisa Cruise tried to make a better than ever! We also support the local community through offering jobs to local staff and supporting the local community to our

highest capacity.

Hoi An Silk Luxury Hotel & Spa

Conveniently located right in Hoi An Ancient Town, the hotel is just 300 meters from the renowned Hoi An Ancient Town and Hoi An Market. While Japanese Covered Bridge is 500 meters away, and Danang International Airport is accessible within a 30 km drive. The

Silk Luxury Hotel & Spa is designed in modern, elegant and convenient accommodation. The hotel houses a restaurant serving a delectation of local and international cuisines. Offers free WiFi access in whole area of property. It features an outdoor pool, a fully

equipped gym, business center and spa therapy.

Paragon Saigon Hotel

Paragon Saigon Hotel is a top 4-star business and leisure hotel. It provides all the services and facilities of a full-service hotel at a reasonable price and it located at one of the desirable locations in Ho Chi Minh City. The business center is pleased to offer the

following a range of general business services: Internet-access computer, photocopying, facsimile, emailing, and printing. Additionally, free wireless internet access is available throughout the hotel to make your stay as pleasant as possible.

Tour Land Prices Inclusions & Exclusion

Land & Air (from YVR) Cost: $3,940 CAD per person double occupancy (for a group of 10+ travelers) Single Supplement Cost: $890 CAD for single occupancy in hotels throughout the tour (10 nights) Land & Air (from SFO) Cost: $3,290 USD per person double occupancy (for a group of 10+ travelers) Single Supplement Cost: $680 USD for single occupancy in hotels throughout the tour (10 nights)

Add-on fare from other Canada & USA Cities is available upon request.

What's Included in Tour Land Prices: Cross-Pacific international air tickets on economy class (Vancouver or San Francisco – Hong Kong –

Hanoi, Saigon – Hong Kong – Vancouver or San Francisco) via Hong Kong Airlines

Vietnamese domestic air tickets on economy class (Hanoi – Danang – Saigon)

Designated first class (4 star) hotel accommodations, double occupancy with daily breakfast

Arrival and departure transfer by private vehicle

Pre-departure information packets

All tour related in-country domestic taxes All sightseeing, activities, and cultural events listed in the itinerary All meals specified in the itinerary Service of a private Tour Manager (for a group of 10+ participants) Service of a private professional English-speaking local tour guide/ assistant when applicable Private, clean, and newer vehicles with air-conditioning and a professional driver when applicable What's Not Included in Tour Land Prices:

Early check-ins and late check-outs (subject to availability/ extra cost)

Vietnam Visa processing fees (Visa Upon Landing is available)

Trip cancellation, baggage, accident, and medical insurance Gratuities to guides and drivers Items not listed and/or specified as included in the itinerary

Deposit and Cancellation Policy: 20% of Total Tour Price as deposit to be paid at the time of signing up. Tour

Balance is due 90 days prior to tour date. All cancellation notices must be received in writing and will become effective as

of the date of receipt by Access Asia Tours. We assess cancellation fees of all tours according to the following schedule:

90 days or more prior to departure ---------------------- 10% of Total Tour Price

89 to 60 days prior to departure ----------------------- 30% of Total Tour Price

59 to 30 days prior to departure ----------------------- 50% of Total Tour Price

29 to 15 days prior to departure ----------------------- 70% of Total Tour Price

* Plus any charges assessed by government agencies, land suppliers, cruise companies and airlines.

Within 14 days of departure .............100% forfeiture of the tour price per person

Access Asia Tours will not grant partial refunds for any unused trip arrangements after the trip has commenced or any

refunds to participants who do not complete any portion of the itinerary. Any airline tickets issued are subject to the

carrier’s refund and cancellation policy. We strongly recommend you purchase trip cancellation/interruption

insurance to protect your travel investment. If a tour is forced to be cancelled due to government’s travel warnings,

declared or undeclared wars, hostilities, civil disturbances, strike, riot, epidemic, and quarantines, Access Asia Tours will

refund all participants’ payment less any irretrievable expenses and loss (visa fees, airline penalties, communication cost,

and non-refundable booking cost, etc.). However, Access Asia Tours will not be responsible for any expenses incurred

by tour participants (e.g., non-refundable “advance purchase” air tickets, insurance & medical expenses, passport and visa

expenses, etc.).