Mekong River

Reserve your Mekong River Cruise today! NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicable, visas, entry/departure fees; personal gratuities; laundry PROGRAM DATES INCLUDED FEATURES and dry cleaning; excursions, wines, liquors, mineral Trip #:2-23516W waters and meals not mentioned in this brochure under included features; travel insurance; all items of a FREE Economy Air dates: March 13 or 14-28, 2018 strictly personal nature. Send to: The Association of Former Students MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to Departure date is dependent on flight schedule. ACCOMMODATIONS YOUR ONE-OF-A-KIND JOURNEY

Paid Romance of the Attn: Traveling Aggies decline to accept or to retain any person as a member (With baggage handling.) 505 George Bush Drive of this trip who, in the opinion of AHI Travel is unfit for Land | Cruise dates: March 15-28, 2018 •Expert-led Enrichment programs enhance travel or whose physical or mental condition may con- AHI Travel College Station, TX 77840-2918 U.S. Postage stitute a danger to themselves or to others on the trip, • Three nights in Siem Reap, Cambodia, at your insight into the region. Presorted Std. Phone: 979-845-7514 Fax: 979-845-9263 subject only to the requirement that the portion of the Toll Free: 800-633-7514 total amount paid which corresponds to the unused that’s best for you: the deluxe Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf • Discovery excursions highlight the local services and accommodations be refunded. CHOOSE THE OFFER and Spa Resort. Full Legal Name (exactly as it appears on passport) Passengers requiring special assistance, including culture, heritage and history: without limitation those who permanently or periodical- ly use a wheelchair, must be accompanied by some- • Seven nights aboard the exclusively one who is fit and able to assist them, and who will be +&+).)%-.,*#+-*).)- '-&.(.*($! Howdy, Ags! MEKONG RIVER Guest 1:______Category-Deck FREE Economy Air* or Save $1,000* Title First Middle Last Date of Birth totally responsible for providing all required assistance. chartered, deluxe Mekong Navigator. AIR TRANSPORTATION-The price of air transportation -,$*.)%-.&-#$-).(. ,+*.$+#-.*(("'-&.+*., Join us on a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Cambodia and Vietnam, two wondrous offered by AHI Travel is based on Advance Purchase featuring Excursion fares. After tickets are issued, penalties up 256 sq. ft. • Three nights in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), , ("+,*.%( -! Email:______E-Superior-Jasmine $6,395 or $5,395 to 100% of the ticket price may be levied. If connect- Vietnam, at the deluxe Park Hyatt Saigon. countries imbued with all the riches that come with long histories and diverse Class Year ing flights are requested, special promotional fares -#-+-.,*.,-('". ""%+&).'-&&+*.,)., may be used, in which case penalties of as much as D-Vista-Lotus 276 sq. ft. $6,995 or $5,995 ,)! cultures. Stroll through exotic, ancient temples, savor traditional Cambodian 100% may be assessed by the airlines if reservations TRANSFERS SAIGON and ANGKOR WAT Guest 2:______are changed or canceled after ticketing. After depar- --).'(#,'.&) "-*)&.,*".+&+).,., +'.+*.)%-+$ and Vietnamese cuisine, and watch artisans create traditional handicrafts. Title First Middle Last Date of Birth ture, if the reservations are changed, you will be • All deluxe motor coach transfers in the charged the higher, all year Economy class fare. VARI- C-Signature-Orchid 291 sq. ft. $7,295 or $6,295 %( -.)(.'-,$*.,( ).)%-.'(#,'.'+-&)'-! ATIONS TO THE GROUP ITINERARY MUST BE Land/Cruise Program and baggage handling. Your journey begins with three nights in Siem Reap, Cambodia, gateway to Email:______REQUESTED NO LATER THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO -,$*.,( )., ("+,&. +''+*.+-'"&! Class Year DEPARTURE. Passengers who choose to make their 387 sq. ft. own airline reservations independently will be wholly B-Prestige-Orchid $8,095 or $7,095 the magnificent Angkor temples. Then embark on a seven-night Mekong River responsible for arrival and departure transfers, and any EXTENSIVE MEAL PROGRAM '($-.%*( .-*%..##'(!.+&+).)%-.(,' airline fees or penalties incurred as a result of program cruise on the exclusively chartered Mekong Navigator before spending three Street Address: ______cancellation and/or change in travel dates, or airline A-Grande-Orchid 584 sq. ft. $8,695 or $7,695 • Thirteen breakfasts, nine lunches and nine ,',#- .+'-$.,(",.,*".,)+(*,'. &- ! schedule(s). nights in Saigon(Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam. BAGGAGE-Baggage restrictions vary according to the All cabins are outward facing. Categories A, B and C feature a balcony. dinners, including Welcome and Farewell &-$-.",+'.'+-.+*.)%-.-(*.-'),! City: ______airline policy and the class of service flown. Details will be provided with your pre-departure information. Category D features a French balcony. Category E has portholes. Dinners; wine with dinner; complimentary ,-.,.&, ,*.$+"-.)%$( %.)%-.#,*,'&.,).,+ This is an exceptional opportunity to experience the ease, value and fun of Baggage allowances are subject to change by the car- *FREE Economy Air or Save $1,000 offer valid if booked by the date found on the address panel. water, coffee, tea, soft drinks, local spirits and State: ______ZIP: ______rier without notice. Excess baggage charges for addi- -.,*".,.-#!.+&+).,.)$,"+)+(*,'.$+#-.,#)($! group travel. Our itinerary also offers plenty of time to explore independently, tional or oversized/overweight pieces are expensive Port Charges are an additional $295 per person. and not included in your trip price; plan your wardrobe beer onboard. +&#(-$.,+(*&.%+*-&-.%-$+),-! accordingly. Transport of baggage and personal All prices quoted are per person, based on double occupancy (unless otherwise stated). *FREE Economy Air price allowing you to make discoveries of your own. 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RESPONSIBILITY-AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association do > includes FREE Economy Air from JFK, SFO or LAX • Welcome and Farewell Receptions to mingle Please make______reservations for me/us on the Hanoi & not own or operate any entity which provides goods or services for this program, and act only as agents for the independent suppliers to Saigon, Vietnam, with a return from Siem Reap, with fellow travelers. Ha Long Bay Elective Post-Trip extension. of travel conveyance, transport, accommodations or other services. All such persons or entities are independent contractors. As a Cambodia • Clearly hear your English-speaking guide with I/we authorize you to make my/our reservations as follows: result, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association are not liable for Cabin Category Desired: 1st choice______2nd choice______any negligence or willful act of any such person or entity or any > special air add-on rates available from other your own VOX headset. third person. In addition and without limitation, AHI Travel and the Jennifer Bohac '87, Ph.D. Land | Cruise Program and Air Transportation Sponsoring Association are not responsible for any delays, delayed gateways (please call for details) • Tipping of guides and drivers. I/we reserve the Land | Cruise Program and request flights to Siem Reap, departure or arrival, missed carrier connections, loss, death, dam- AHI TRAVEL EXPERTISE Director, Travel Programs age or injury to person or property or accident, mechanical defect, > our promise to keep your comfort in mind when Cambodia, with return from Saigon, Vietnam, to depart from: failure or negligence of any nature howsoever caused in connec- From your reservation to your return home, • Complimentary travel mementos. 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If the entire program is canceled for any reason, partici- flight insurance worth up to $250,000, subject to UNESCO World Heritage >Passenger Service Representative | Once you have reserved your spot, enjoy personalized or I request assistance in securing a roommate but will accept a single, if one is pants shall have no claim other than for a full refund. By forward- policy terms attend to every detail of your journey. customization. AHI Travel’s With AHI you can rely on: Experienced Travel Directors who • An exceptional travel value. • Unique access to local sites. • • Flexibility and Safety and security. • ing the deposit, the passenger certifies that he/she has no physi- This program features the ancient assistance from this specialist, your one point of contact who will help you with everything from inspirational educational and cultural travel programs that delight travelers. per couple available at this time, and pay the single supplement. Should a roommate be cal, mental or other condition of disability that would create a haz- found, I understand the supplement will no longer apply. ard for himself/herself or other passengers and accepts the terms Travel stress-free with AHI! city of Angkor, Cambodia. arranging ﬂights to booking elective activities to fulﬁlling special requests. Reservations are subject to availability and are processed on a first-come, first- of this contract set out herein and in more specific pre-departure passenger information. The airlines and other transportation com- >Travel Information | Receive extensive destination information and travel tips compiled served basis. Reservations are to be paid in full by December 3, 2017 (100 days panies concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omis- 800-633-7514 AggieNetwork.com/Travel prior to departure). 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Member Carriers ©2017 AHI Travel Printed in the USA. 800-633-7514 AggieNetwork.com/Travel region and its heritage. 505 George Bush Drive College Station, TX 77840-2918 MEKONG18 37 800-633-7514 AggieNetwork.com/Travel Below: Angkor Thom | Lower inset: City Hall, Saigon Right: Notre Dame Cathedral, Saigon ACCOMMODATIONS

PARK HYATT SAIGON SOFITEL ANGKOR PHOKEETHRA GOLF AND Mekong Navigator SAIGON SPA RESORT | SIEM REAP

Explore the Mekong River in style aboard the Mekong Navigator, a deluxe river cruiser inspired by Our travel experts have selected these luxury properties, each in a prime location, for your the French Colonial architecture of the region. The all-suite ship provides all the convenience and comfort. Details in the design and décor celebrate the local culture and enhance the ambience comfort of a luxury hotel without denying you the thrills of complete immersion in the Mekong River of each hotel. Their restaurants feature menus of elegantly prepared local and international cuisine. culture. Your English-speaking crew and staff are devoted to creating an exceptional and memorable Of utmost importance is the superior quality of the services, amenities and accommodations, Royal Palace, Phnom Penh journey with attentive, gracious and personalized service. allowing you to maximize the enjoyment of your stay. Le Marché, the ship’s restaurant, will take you on a gastronomic journey of local and international and enjoy a sweeping view of the Mekong. cuisine with fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs that fill the local markets, and a variety of complimentary Return to the ship and cruise to Vinh Long. beverages are available onboard. Relax in the lounge and watch sunsets from the observation deck. Pamper yourself at the spa or check out a book about the region from the library. Wi-Fi is Enrichment: Geography and Life Along complimentary. Each suite features automatic climate controls, a marble bathroom with a shower, the Mekong. Discover how the Mekong River satellite television, a minibar, complimentary bottled water and a fruit basket upon arrival. Days One & Two support the communities built along it. In Transit Discovery: Angkor Ban. Get a glimpse of life in Depart gateway city for Siem Reap, Cambodia.A the rural village of Angkor Ban. Enjoy a home visit with a family to learn about daily life in this small Cross the international date line. village. Visit a monastery and tour a school, Inspiring Moments A Special Note About Air: meeting students and the principal. AHI FREE Economy Air Passengers may depart > Day Eight B | L | D Cherish a quiet moment on Day One or Day Two, depending on their individual at the awe-inspiring flight itinerary. Ta Prohm Phnom Penh, Cambodia monuments of Angkor Discovery: Phnom Penh. Take a cyclo ride, Wat, Ta Prohm and Land | Cruise Program Passengers should book Angkor Thom. flights that arrive on the first day of the Land | Cruise 200 smiling faces. The bas-reliefs of epic battles a popular mode of transportation in Cambodia. largest temple in the world and the crown jewel Program. See price panel for dates. are among the must-sees. Explore the haunting Visit the Royal Palace; the Silver Pagoda, where Wat Hanchey A World Apart > Immerse yourself in of the Angkor Archaeological Park. Angkor Wat temples of Ta Prohm, where roots of massive more than 5,000 silver tiles line the floor; and the the culture of Mekong Day Three Day Fourteen B The story of travel involves more than a ticket and a passport. is the grandest of the temples that sit within the Day Twelve B | L | D River communities. kapok trees have overtaken the buildings. After National Museum to see ancient Angkor artifacts. It should weave together discovery, education and humanity, the Siem Reap, Cambodia 155-square-mile park. Originally dedicated to the Saigon A centuries of neglect, the jungle has claimed the Watch a performance of traditional folk dances. Vinh Long | Cai Be >Admire the exquisite Upon arrival, transfer to the Sofitel Angkor Hindu god Vishnu, the temple eventually became Discovery: A City at War. Explore Saigon’s best elements of any compelling tale. Your personal travel story temples, courtyards and paths. Continue to Discovery: Vinh Long. Visit a rice factory to costumes and graceful Phokeethra and Spa Resort. Day Nine B | L | D begins with our commitment to delivering authentic experiences filled with Buddhist elements as the new religion Thommanon, a recently restored temple with Mekong Delta recent history at the Reunification Palace, movements of dancers see how rice paper, wine and candy are made. Day Four B | D spread through the empire. See the extensive exquisite Apsara carvings. Phnom Penh headquarters of South Vietnam’s government | ELECTIVE | with local people. performing the Apsara, Discovery: Cai Be. Take a row boat through gallery of bas-relief murals. Discovery: The Killing Fields. Visit the solemn in the culture and economy of Vietnam. during the Vietnam War. Admire the French The incomparable value of your journey lies in the personalized Cambodia’s famous Siem Reap Try authentic Cambodian cuisine for lunch. the canal to a handicraft village, where artisans Ben Dinh, where you may go underground. POST-TRIP EXTENSION IN HANOI & HA LONG BAY folk dance. Discovery: Siem Reap. Take a tuk tuk to a Cheoung Ek Killing Fields’ memorial and museum, Discovery: Life in the Mekong Delta. colonial architecture of the 19th-century Notre care you receive from your Travel Director and the knowledge you Discovery: Angkor Wat. Discover breathtaking Day Six B | L | D make traditional items, such as rice paper and In ancient times, according to legend, dragons swooped down upon Ha Long Bay (giving the folk dance performance, followed by a city tour. dedicated to the thousands of victims killed during Visit a colorful Cao Dai temple. Ride a xe loi, Dame Cathedral and Ho Chi Minh City Hall. See Gather tonight for a Farewell Dinner. gain from expert guides and lecturers, who call this area home. >Explore Phnom Penh Angkor Wat. Built in the 12th century, it is the craft baskets from water hyacinths. bay its name, Bay of Descending Dragons) to protect the local people from invaders. The gems Gather for a Welcome Reception and Dinner. Kampong Cham the brutal Khmer Rouge regime in the late 1970s, a bicycle rickshaw, to a family-owned, mat- wartime artifacts at the War Remnants Museum. Day Sixteen B By eliminating logistical worries, your multilingual Travel Director by cyclo, the ubiquitous Attend the ship’s Farewell Reception and Dinner. the dragons spat into the water created the dramatic limestone formations we admire today. Discovery: Cambodian Crafts. Take a tuk tuk and Tuol Sleng, a former school converted into weaving workshop. Visit a floating fish farm. Discovery: Ben Thanh Market. Shop like allows you to immerse yourself comfortably in your surroundings. bicycle rickshaw. Day Five B | L In Transit Take a one-night cruise of the bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site, aboard a modern, elegant YOUR INDIVIDUAL EXPERIENCE to a traditional arts and crafts center. Transfer to the Khmer Rouge’s infamous prison, S-21. Your Day Thirteen B | L a local at Ben Thanh Market. An important part A This high-caliber professional makes you feel safe and important >Browse for souvenirs Siem Reap Day Eleven B | L | D After breakfast, transfer to the Saigon airport Vietnamese junk. You have the opportunity to swim in the bay, kayak, join a tai chi class and Sometimes you want a more in-depth Kampong Cham to board the Mekong Navigator. expert guide provides in-depth background and of daily life in Saigon, the market hall was built and try local food at Cu Lao Gieng | Sa Dec My Tho | Saigon for the return to your gateway city. more. Also enjoy two nights’ deluxe accommodation as you get to know the city of Hanoi. by creating a convivial, welcoming atmosphere. Discovery: Local Life and Angkor Temples. Enjoy lunch en route. personal insight about the atrocities. Ben Thanh Market, experience to take you further afield. That’s Disembark in My Tho, and transfer to Saigon. by the French in 1914. Everything from flowers The other important characters in this story are the guides A local family invites you into their home to show Discovery: Cu Lao Gieng. Board a sampan Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions. This extension includes: two nights at the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi; a guided Hanoi Saigon’s popular why we have designed an extension to allow Join a Welcome Aboard Reception and Dinner. Enrichment: Cambodia Today. Learn about and fruit to silk cloth to lacquerware is for sale. and cruise to Gieng Cathedral, built in 1879. Discovery: Chinese Saigon. Visit the Chinese Walking is required on many excursions, and surfaces tour; a traditional water puppetry show; a one-night cruise aboard the Paradise Luxury; transfer and lecturers, whose regional expertise shines in their insider marketplace. you to craft your individual travel experience. you how to make rice noodles, a local specialty. Day Seven B | L | D life in contemporary Cambodia. Day Fifteen B | D may be uneven or unpaved. Explore Angkor Thom. Built in the late 12th Discovery: Sa Dec. Take a sampan through Cholon district. See Cha Tam Church and Thien to the Saigon airport; flight to Hanoi; transfer to Hanoi hotel; round-trip transfers between hotel perspective and commentary. >Meet and speak with Check out our extension in Hanoi, featuring a Wat Hanchey | Angkor Ban Day Ten B | L | D Hau Temple, a shrine to the goddess of the seas. Saigon A Transfers and flights provided for AHI FlexAir and ship; three breakfasts, two lunches and two dinners; services of an AHI Travel Director and With these specialists at your side, become intimately engaged Cambodian students one-night cruise at Ha Long Bay. We’ve done century, Angkor Thom was the last capital of the canals at Sa Dec. In the town of Sa Dec, Tan Chau, Vietnam Check in to the Park Hyatt Saigon. participants. an AHI Hospitality Desk; baggage handling on all transfers; guide and driver gratuities; and all in the rhythm of the community, adding another memorable to learn about their lives the legwork. Now the choice is yours. the Khmer Empire, which ended in the mid-15th Discovery: Wat Hanchey. Venture to Wat see the home of Hyun Thuy Le, who inspired Discovery: Cu Chi Tunnels. This maze was century. The Bayon, the imposing temple in the Hanchey, a hilltop temple. Receive a traditional Enrichment: Agriculture and Fisheries. Learn Marguerite Duras to write her famous novel, Enrichment: Vietnam Today. A local the Viet Cong’s underground operations center B|L|D denotes included breakfasts, lunches taxes and service charges. chapter to the rich story of your life. and the local education ELECTIVE Extension | At an and dinners. Price: USD $1,345 per person, double occupancy; USD $1,745 single occupancy Above: Angkor Wat system. additional cost center of the city, features carvings of more than Buddhist water blessing from one of the monks about the role of agriculture and fisheries “L’Amant.” Stroll through the town’s market. speaker introduces you to modern Vietnam. during the Vietnam War. Visit the tunnels at Cover photo: Mekong River Reserve your Mekong River Cruise today! NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicable, visas, entry/departure fees; personal gratuities; laundry PROGRAM DATES INCLUDED FEATURES and dry cleaning; excursions, wines, liquors, mineral Trip #:2-23516W waters and meals not mentioned in this brochure under included features; travel insurance; all items of a FREE Economy Air dates: March 13 or 14-28, 2018 strictly personal nature. Send to: The Association of Former Students MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to Departure date is dependent on flight schedule. ACCOMMODATIONS YOUR ONE-OF-A-KIND JOURNEY

Member Carriers ©2017 AHI Travel Printed in the USA. 800-633-7514 AggieNetwork.com/Travel region and its heritage. 505 George Bush Drive College Station, TX 77840-2918 MEKONG18 37 800-633-7514 AggieNetwork.com/Travel Below: Angkor Thom | Lower inset: City Hall, Saigon Right: Notre Dame Cathedral, Saigon ACCOMMODATIONS

PARK HYATT SAIGON SOFITEL ANGKOR PHOKEETHRA GOLF AND Mekong Navigator SAIGON SPA RESORT | SIEM REAP

Explore the Mekong River in style aboard the Mekong Navigator, a deluxe river cruiser inspired by Our travel experts have selected these luxury properties, each in a prime location, for your the French Colonial architecture of the region. The all-suite ship provides all the convenience and comfort. Details in the design and décor celebrate the local culture and enhance the ambience comfort of a luxury hotel without denying you the thrills of complete immersion in the Mekong River of each hotel. Their restaurants feature menus of elegantly prepared local and international cuisine. culture. Your English-speaking crew and staff are devoted to creating an exceptional and memorable Of utmost importance is the superior quality of the services, amenities and accommodations, Royal Palace, Phnom Penh journey with attentive, gracious and personalized service. allowing you to maximize the enjoyment of your stay. Le Marché, the ship’s restaurant, will take you on a gastronomic journey of local and international and enjoy a sweeping view of the Mekong. cuisine with fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs that fill the local markets, and a variety of complimentary Return to the ship and cruise to Vinh Long. beverages are available onboard. Relax in the lounge and watch sunsets from the observation deck. Pamper yourself at the spa or check out a book about the region from the library. Wi-Fi is Enrichment: Geography and Life Along complimentary. Each suite features automatic climate controls, a marble bathroom with a shower, the Mekong. Discover how the Mekong River satellite television, a minibar, complimentary bottled water and a fruit basket upon arrival. Days One & Two support the communities built along it. In Transit Discovery: Angkor Ban. Get a glimpse of life in Depart gateway city for Siem Reap, Cambodia.A the rural village of Angkor Ban. Enjoy a home visit with a family to learn about daily life in this small Cross the international date line. village. Visit a monastery and tour a school, Inspiring Moments A Special Note About Air: meeting students and the principal. AHI FREE Economy Air Passengers may depart > Day Eight B | L | D Cherish a quiet moment on Day One or Day Two, depending on their individual at the awe-inspiring flight itinerary. Ta Prohm Phnom Penh, Cambodia monuments of Angkor Discovery: Phnom Penh. Take a cyclo ride, Wat, Ta Prohm and Land | Cruise Program Passengers should book Angkor Thom. flights that arrive on the first day of the Land | Cruise 200 smiling faces. The bas-reliefs of epic battles a popular mode of transportation in Cambodia. largest temple in the world and the crown jewel Program. See price panel for dates. are among the must-sees. Explore the haunting Visit the Royal Palace; the Silver Pagoda, where Wat Hanchey A World Apart > Immerse yourself in of the Angkor Archaeological Park. Angkor Wat temples of Ta Prohm, where roots of massive more than 5,000 silver tiles line the floor; and the the culture of Mekong Day Three Day Fourteen B The story of travel involves more than a ticket and a passport. is the grandest of the temples that sit within the Day Twelve B | L | D River communities. kapok trees have overtaken the buildings. After National Museum to see ancient Angkor artifacts. It should weave together discovery, education and humanity, the Siem Reap, Cambodia 155-square-mile park. Originally dedicated to the Saigon A centuries of neglect, the jungle has claimed the Watch a performance of traditional folk dances. Vinh Long | Cai Be >Admire the exquisite Upon arrival, transfer to the Sofitel Angkor Hindu god Vishnu, the temple eventually became Discovery: A City at War. Explore Saigon’s best elements of any compelling tale. Your personal travel story temples, courtyards and paths. Continue to Discovery: Vinh Long. Visit a rice factory to costumes and graceful Phokeethra and Spa Resort. Day Nine B | L | D begins with our commitment to delivering authentic experiences filled with Buddhist elements as the new religion Thommanon, a recently restored temple with Mekong Delta recent history at the Reunification Palace, movements of dancers see how rice paper, wine and candy are made. Day Four B | D spread through the empire. See the extensive exquisite Apsara carvings. Phnom Penh headquarters of South Vietnam’s government | ELECTIVE | with local people. performing the Apsara, Discovery: Cai Be. Take a row boat through gallery of bas-relief murals. Discovery: The Killing Fields. Visit the solemn in the culture and economy of Vietnam. during the Vietnam War. Admire the French The incomparable value of your journey lies in the personalized Cambodia’s famous Siem Reap Try authentic Cambodian cuisine for lunch. the canal to a handicraft village, where artisans Ben Dinh, where you may go underground. POST-TRIP EXTENSION IN HANOI & HA LONG BAY folk dance. Discovery: Siem Reap. Take a tuk tuk to a Cheoung Ek Killing Fields’ memorial and museum, Discovery: Life in the Mekong Delta. colonial architecture of the 19th-century Notre care you receive from your Travel Director and the knowledge you Discovery: Angkor Wat. Discover breathtaking Day Six B | L | D make traditional items, such as rice paper and In ancient times, according to legend, dragons swooped down upon Ha Long Bay (giving the folk dance performance, followed by a city tour. dedicated to the thousands of victims killed during Visit a colorful Cao Dai temple. Ride a xe loi, Dame Cathedral and Ho Chi Minh City Hall. See Gather tonight for a Farewell Dinner. gain from expert guides and lecturers, who call this area home. >Explore Phnom Penh Angkor Wat. Built in the 12th century, it is the craft baskets from water hyacinths. bay its name, Bay of Descending Dragons) to protect the local people from invaders. The gems Gather for a Welcome Reception and Dinner. Kampong Cham the brutal Khmer Rouge regime in the late 1970s, a bicycle rickshaw, to a family-owned, mat- wartime artifacts at the War Remnants Museum. Day Sixteen B By eliminating logistical worries, your multilingual Travel Director by cyclo, the ubiquitous Attend the ship’s Farewell Reception and Dinner. the dragons spat into the water created the dramatic limestone formations we admire today. Discovery: Cambodian Crafts. Take a tuk tuk and Tuol Sleng, a former school converted into weaving workshop. Visit a floating fish farm. Discovery: Ben Thanh Market. Shop like allows you to immerse yourself comfortably in your surroundings. bicycle rickshaw. Day Five B | L In Transit Take a one-night cruise of the bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site, aboard a modern, elegant YOUR INDIVIDUAL EXPERIENCE to a traditional arts and crafts center. Transfer to the Khmer Rouge’s infamous prison, S-21. Your Day Thirteen B | L a local at Ben Thanh Market. An important part A This high-caliber professional makes you feel safe and important >Browse for souvenirs Siem Reap Day Eleven B | L | D After breakfast, transfer to the Saigon airport Vietnamese junk. You have the opportunity to swim in the bay, kayak, join a tai chi class and Sometimes you want a more in-depth Kampong Cham to board the Mekong Navigator. expert guide provides in-depth background and of daily life in Saigon, the market hall was built and try local food at Cu Lao Gieng | Sa Dec My Tho | Saigon for the return to your gateway city. more. Also enjoy two nights’ deluxe accommodation as you get to know the city of Hanoi. by creating a convivial, welcoming atmosphere. Discovery: Local Life and Angkor Temples. Enjoy lunch en route. personal insight about the atrocities. Ben Thanh Market, experience to take you further afield. That’s Disembark in My Tho, and transfer to Saigon. by the French in 1914. Everything from flowers The other important characters in this story are the guides A local family invites you into their home to show Discovery: Cu Lao Gieng. Board a sampan Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions. This extension includes: two nights at the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi; a guided Hanoi Saigon’s popular why we have designed an extension to allow Join a Welcome Aboard Reception and Dinner. Enrichment: Cambodia Today. Learn about and fruit to silk cloth to lacquerware is for sale. and cruise to Gieng Cathedral, built in 1879. Discovery: Chinese Saigon. Visit the Chinese Walking is required on many excursions, and surfaces tour; a traditional water puppetry show; a one-night cruise aboard the Paradise Luxury; transfer and lecturers, whose regional expertise shines in their insider marketplace. you to craft your individual travel experience. you how to make rice noodles, a local specialty. Day Seven B | L | D life in contemporary Cambodia. Day Fifteen B | D may be uneven or unpaved. Explore Angkor Thom. Built in the late 12th Discovery: Sa Dec. Take a sampan through Cholon district. See Cha Tam Church and Thien to the Saigon airport; flight to Hanoi; transfer to Hanoi hotel; round-trip transfers between hotel perspective and commentary. >Meet and speak with Check out our extension in Hanoi, featuring a Wat Hanchey | Angkor Ban Day Ten B | L | D Hau Temple, a shrine to the goddess of the seas. Saigon A Transfers and flights provided for AHI FlexAir and ship; three breakfasts, two lunches and two dinners; services of an AHI Travel Director and With these specialists at your side, become intimately engaged Cambodian students one-night cruise at Ha Long Bay. We’ve done century, Angkor Thom was the last capital of the canals at Sa Dec. In the town of Sa Dec, Tan Chau, Vietnam Check in to the Park Hyatt Saigon. participants. an AHI Hospitality Desk; baggage handling on all transfers; guide and driver gratuities; and all in the rhythm of the community, adding another memorable to learn about their lives the legwork. Now the choice is yours. the Khmer Empire, which ended in the mid-15th Discovery: Wat Hanchey. Venture to Wat see the home of Hyun Thuy Le, who inspired Discovery: Cu Chi Tunnels. This maze was century. The Bayon, the imposing temple in the Hanchey, a hilltop temple. Receive a traditional Enrichment: Agriculture and Fisheries. Learn Marguerite Duras to write her famous novel, Enrichment: Vietnam Today. A local the Viet Cong’s underground operations center B|L|D denotes included breakfasts, lunches taxes and service charges. chapter to the rich story of your life. and the local education ELECTIVE Extension | At an and dinners. Price: USD $1,345 per person, double occupancy; USD $1,745 single occupancy Above: Angkor Wat system. additional cost center of the city, features carvings of more than Buddhist water blessing from one of the monks about the role of agriculture and fisheries “L’Amant.” Stroll through the town’s market. speaker introduces you to modern Vietnam. during the Vietnam War. Visit the tunnels at Cover photo: Mekong River Below: Angkor Thom | Lower inset: City Hall, Saigon Right: Notre Dame Cathedral, Saigon ACCOMMODATIONS

PARK HYATT SAIGON SOFITEL ANGKOR PHOKEETHRA GOLF AND Mekong Navigator SAIGON SPA RESORT | SIEM REAP

Explore the Mekong River in style aboard the Mekong Navigator, a deluxe river cruiser inspired by Our travel experts have selected these luxury properties, each in a prime location, for your the French Colonial architecture of the region. The all-suite ship provides all the convenience and comfort. Details in the design and décor celebrate the local culture and enhance the ambience comfort of a luxury hotel without denying you the thrills of complete immersion in the Mekong River of each hotel. Their restaurants feature menus of elegantly prepared local and international cuisine. culture. Your English-speaking crew and staff are devoted to creating an exceptional and memorable Of utmost importance is the superior quality of the services, amenities and accommodations, Royal Palace, Phnom Penh journey with attentive, gracious and personalized service. allowing you to maximize the enjoyment of your stay. Le Marché, the ship’s restaurant, will take you on a gastronomic journey of local and international and enjoy a sweeping view of the Mekong. cuisine with fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs that fill the local markets, and a variety of complimentary Return to the ship and cruise to Vinh Long. beverages are available onboard. Relax in the lounge and watch sunsets from the observation deck. Pamper yourself at the spa or check out a book about the region from the library. Wi-Fi is Enrichment: Geography and Life Along complimentary. Each suite features automatic climate controls, a marble bathroom with a shower, the Mekong. Discover how the Mekong River satellite television, a minibar, complimentary bottled water and a fruit basket upon arrival. Days One & Two support the communities built along it. In Transit Discovery: Angkor Ban. Get a glimpse of life in Depart gateway city for Siem Reap, Cambodia.A the rural village of Angkor Ban. Enjoy a home visit with a family to learn about daily life in this small Cross the international date line. village. Visit a monastery and tour a school, Inspiring Moments A Special Note About Air: meeting students and the principal. AHI FREE Economy Air Passengers may depart > Day Eight B | L | D Cherish a quiet moment on Day One or Day Two, depending on their individual at the awe-inspiring flight itinerary. Ta Prohm Phnom Penh, Cambodia monuments of Angkor Discovery: Phnom Penh. Take a cyclo ride, Wat, Ta Prohm and Land | Cruise Program Passengers should book Angkor Thom. flights that arrive on the first day of the Land | Cruise 200 smiling faces. The bas-reliefs of epic battles a popular mode of transportation in Cambodia. largest temple in the world and the crown jewel Program. See price panel for dates. are among the must-sees. Explore the haunting Visit the Royal Palace; the Silver Pagoda, where Wat Hanchey A World Apart > Immerse yourself in of the Angkor Archaeological Park. Angkor Wat temples of Ta Prohm, where roots of massive more than 5,000 silver tiles line the floor; and the the culture of Mekong Day Three Day Fourteen B The story of travel involves more than a ticket and a passport. is the grandest of the temples that sit within the Day Twelve B | L | D River communities. kapok trees have overtaken the buildings. After National Museum to see ancient Angkor artifacts. It should weave together discovery, education and humanity, the Siem Reap, Cambodia 155-square-mile park. Originally dedicated to the Saigon A centuries of neglect, the jungle has claimed the Watch a performance of traditional folk dances. Vinh Long | Cai Be >Admire the exquisite Upon arrival, transfer to the Sofitel Angkor Hindu god Vishnu, the temple eventually became Discovery: A City at War. Explore Saigon’s best elements of any compelling tale. Your personal travel story temples, courtyards and paths. Continue to Discovery: Vinh Long. Visit a rice factory to costumes and graceful Phokeethra and Spa Resort. Day Nine B | L | D begins with our commitment to delivering authentic experiences filled with Buddhist elements as the new religion Thommanon, a recently restored temple with Mekong Delta recent history at the Reunification Palace, movements of dancers see how rice paper, wine and candy are made. Day Four B | D spread through the empire. See the extensive exquisite Apsara carvings. Phnom Penh headquarters of South Vietnam’s government | ELECTIVE | with local people. performing the Apsara, Discovery: Cai Be. Take a row boat through gallery of bas-relief murals. Discovery: The Killing Fields. Visit the solemn in the culture and economy of Vietnam. during the Vietnam War. Admire the French The incomparable value of your journey lies in the personalized Cambodia’s famous Siem Reap Try authentic Cambodian cuisine for lunch. the canal to a handicraft village, where artisans Ben Dinh, where you may go underground. POST-TRIP EXTENSION IN HANOI & HA LONG BAY folk dance. Discovery: Siem Reap. Take a tuk tuk to a Cheoung Ek Killing Fields’ memorial and museum, Discovery: Life in the Mekong Delta. colonial architecture of the 19th-century Notre care you receive from your Travel Director and the knowledge you Discovery: Angkor Wat. Discover breathtaking Day Six B | L | D make traditional items, such as rice paper and In ancient times, according to legend, dragons swooped down upon Ha Long Bay (giving the folk dance performance, followed by a city tour. dedicated to the thousands of victims killed during Visit a colorful Cao Dai temple. Ride a xe loi, Dame Cathedral and Ho Chi Minh City Hall. See Gather tonight for a Farewell Dinner. gain from expert guides and lecturers, who call this area home. >Explore Phnom Penh Angkor Wat. Built in the 12th century, it is the craft baskets from water hyacinths. bay its name, Bay of Descending Dragons) to protect the local people from invaders. The gems Gather for a Welcome Reception and Dinner. Kampong Cham the brutal Khmer Rouge regime in the late 1970s, a bicycle rickshaw, to a family-owned, mat- wartime artifacts at the War Remnants Museum. Day Sixteen B By eliminating logistical worries, your multilingual Travel Director by cyclo, the ubiquitous Attend the ship’s Farewell Reception and Dinner. the dragons spat into the water created the dramatic limestone formations we admire today. Discovery: Cambodian Crafts. Take a tuk tuk and Tuol Sleng, a former school converted into weaving workshop. Visit a floating fish farm. Discovery: Ben Thanh Market. Shop like allows you to immerse yourself comfortably in your surroundings. bicycle rickshaw. Day Five B | L In Transit Take a one-night cruise of the bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site, aboard a modern, elegant YOUR INDIVIDUAL EXPERIENCE to a traditional arts and crafts center. Transfer to the Khmer Rouge’s infamous prison, S-21. Your Day Thirteen B | L a local at Ben Thanh Market. An important part A This high-caliber professional makes you feel safe and important >Browse for souvenirs Siem Reap Day Eleven B | L | D After breakfast, transfer to the Saigon airport Vietnamese junk. You have the opportunity to swim in the bay, kayak, join a tai chi class and Sometimes you want a more in-depth Kampong Cham to board the Mekong Navigator. expert guide provides in-depth background and of daily life in Saigon, the market hall was built and try local food at Cu Lao Gieng | Sa Dec My Tho | Saigon for the return to your gateway city. more. Also enjoy two nights’ deluxe accommodation as you get to know the city of Hanoi. by creating a convivial, welcoming atmosphere. Discovery: Local Life and Angkor Temples. Enjoy lunch en route. personal insight about the atrocities. Ben Thanh Market, experience to take you further afield. That’s Disembark in My Tho, and transfer to Saigon. by the French in 1914. Everything from flowers The other important characters in this story are the guides A local family invites you into their home to show Discovery: Cu Lao Gieng. Board a sampan Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions. This extension includes: two nights at the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi; a guided Hanoi Saigon’s popular why we have designed an extension to allow Join a Welcome Aboard Reception and Dinner. Enrichment: Cambodia Today. Learn about and fruit to silk cloth to lacquerware is for sale. and cruise to Gieng Cathedral, built in 1879. Discovery: Chinese Saigon. Visit the Chinese Walking is required on many excursions, and surfaces tour; a traditional water puppetry show; a one-night cruise aboard the Paradise Luxury; transfer and lecturers, whose regional expertise shines in their insider marketplace. you to craft your individual travel experience. you how to make rice noodles, a local specialty. Day Seven B | L | D life in contemporary Cambodia. Day Fifteen B | D may be uneven or unpaved. Explore Angkor Thom. Built in the late 12th Discovery: Sa Dec. Take a sampan through Cholon district. See Cha Tam Church and Thien to the Saigon airport; flight to Hanoi; transfer to Hanoi hotel; round-trip transfers between hotel perspective and commentary. >Meet and speak with Check out our extension in Hanoi, featuring a Wat Hanchey | Angkor Ban Day Ten B | L | D Hau Temple, a shrine to the goddess of the seas. Saigon A Transfers and flights provided for AHI FlexAir and ship; three breakfasts, two lunches and two dinners; services of an AHI Travel Director and With these specialists at your side, become intimately engaged Cambodian students one-night cruise at Ha Long Bay. We’ve done century, Angkor Thom was the last capital of the canals at Sa Dec. In the town of Sa Dec, Tan Chau, Vietnam Check in to the Park Hyatt Saigon. participants. an AHI Hospitality Desk; baggage handling on all transfers; guide and driver gratuities; and all in the rhythm of the community, adding another memorable to learn about their lives the legwork. Now the choice is yours. the Khmer Empire, which ended in the mid-15th Discovery: Wat Hanchey. Venture to Wat see the home of Hyun Thuy Le, who inspired Discovery: Cu Chi Tunnels. This maze was century. The Bayon, the imposing temple in the Hanchey, a hilltop temple. Receive a traditional Enrichment: Agriculture and Fisheries. Learn Marguerite Duras to write her famous novel, Enrichment: Vietnam Today. A local the Viet Cong’s underground operations center B|L|D denotes included breakfasts, lunches taxes and service charges. chapter to the rich story of your life. and the local education ELECTIVE Extension | At an and dinners. Price: USD $1,345 per person, double occupancy; USD $1,745 single occupancy Above: Angkor Wat system. additional cost center of the city, features carvings of more than Buddhist water blessing from one of the monks about the role of agriculture and fisheries “L’Amant.” Stroll through the town’s market. speaker introduces you to modern Vietnam. during the Vietnam War. Visit the tunnels at Cover photo: Mekong River Below: Angkor Thom | Lower inset: City Hall, Saigon Right: Notre Dame Cathedral, Saigon ACCOMMODATIONS

PARK HYATT SAIGON SOFITEL ANGKOR PHOKEETHRA GOLF AND Mekong Navigator SAIGON SPA RESORT | SIEM REAP

Explore the Mekong River in style aboard the Mekong Navigator, a deluxe river cruiser inspired by Our travel experts have selected these luxury properties, each in a prime location, for your the French Colonial architecture of the region. The all-suite ship provides all the convenience and comfort. Details in the design and décor celebrate the local culture and enhance the ambience comfort of a luxury hotel without denying you the thrills of complete immersion in the Mekong River of each hotel. Their restaurants feature menus of elegantly prepared local and international cuisine. culture. Your English-speaking crew and staff are devoted to creating an exceptional and memorable Of utmost importance is the superior quality of the services, amenities and accommodations, Royal Palace, Phnom Penh journey with attentive, gracious and personalized service. allowing you to maximize the enjoyment of your stay. Le Marché, the ship’s restaurant, will take you on a gastronomic journey of local and international and enjoy a sweeping view of the Mekong. cuisine with fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs that fill the local markets, and a variety of complimentary Return to the ship and cruise to Vinh Long. beverages are available onboard. Relax in the lounge and watch sunsets from the observation deck. Pamper yourself at the spa or check out a book about the region from the library. Wi-Fi is Enrichment: Geography and Life Along complimentary. Each suite features automatic climate controls, a marble bathroom with a shower, the Mekong. Discover how the Mekong River satellite television, a minibar, complimentary bottled water and a fruit basket upon arrival. Days One & Two support the communities built along it. In Transit Discovery: Angkor Ban. Get a glimpse of life in Depart gateway city for Siem Reap, Cambodia.A the rural village of Angkor Ban. Enjoy a home visit with a family to learn about daily life in this small Cross the international date line. village. Visit a monastery and tour a school, Inspiring Moments A Special Note About Air: meeting students and the principal. AHI FREE Economy Air Passengers may depart > Day Eight B | L | D Cherish a quiet moment on Day One or Day Two, depending on their individual at the awe-inspiring flight itinerary. Ta Prohm Phnom Penh, Cambodia monuments of Angkor Discovery: Phnom Penh. Take a cyclo ride, Wat, Ta Prohm and Land | Cruise Program Passengers should book Angkor Thom. flights that arrive on the first day of the Land | Cruise 200 smiling faces. The bas-reliefs of epic battles a popular mode of transportation in Cambodia. largest temple in the world and the crown jewel Program. See price panel for dates. are among the must-sees. Explore the haunting Visit the Royal Palace; the Silver Pagoda, where Wat Hanchey A World Apart > Immerse yourself in of the Angkor Archaeological Park. Angkor Wat temples of Ta Prohm, where roots of massive more than 5,000 silver tiles line the floor; and the the culture of Mekong Day Three Day Fourteen B The story of travel involves more than a ticket and a passport. is the grandest of the temples that sit within the Day Twelve B | L | D River communities. kapok trees have overtaken the buildings. After National Museum to see ancient Angkor artifacts. It should weave together discovery, education and humanity, the Siem Reap, Cambodia 155-square-mile park. Originally dedicated to the Saigon A centuries of neglect, the jungle has claimed the Watch a performance of traditional folk dances. Vinh Long | Cai Be >Admire the exquisite Upon arrival, transfer to the Sofitel Angkor Hindu god Vishnu, the temple eventually became Discovery: A City at War. Explore Saigon’s best elements of any compelling tale. Your personal travel story temples, courtyards and paths. Continue to Discovery: Vinh Long. Visit a rice factory to costumes and graceful Phokeethra and Spa Resort. Day Nine B | L | D begins with our commitment to delivering authentic experiences filled with Buddhist elements as the new religion Thommanon, a recently restored temple with Mekong Delta recent history at the Reunification Palace, movements of dancers see how rice paper, wine and candy are made. Day Four B | D spread through the empire. See the extensive exquisite Apsara carvings. Phnom Penh headquarters of South Vietnam’s government | ELECTIVE | with local people. performing the Apsara, Discovery: Cai Be. Take a row boat through gallery of bas-relief murals. Discovery: The Killing Fields. Visit the solemn in the culture and economy of Vietnam. during the Vietnam War. Admire the French The incomparable value of your journey lies in the personalized Cambodia’s famous Siem Reap Try authentic Cambodian cuisine for lunch. the canal to a handicraft village, where artisans Ben Dinh, where you may go underground. POST-TRIP EXTENSION IN HANOI & HA LONG BAY folk dance. Discovery: Siem Reap. Take a tuk tuk to a Cheoung Ek Killing Fields’ memorial and museum, Discovery: Life in the Mekong Delta. colonial architecture of the 19th-century Notre care you receive from your Travel Director and the knowledge you Discovery: Angkor Wat. Discover breathtaking Day Six B | L | D make traditional items, such as rice paper and In ancient times, according to legend, dragons swooped down upon Ha Long Bay (giving the folk dance performance, followed by a city tour. dedicated to the thousands of victims killed during Visit a colorful Cao Dai temple. Ride a xe loi, Dame Cathedral and Ho Chi Minh City Hall. See Gather tonight for a Farewell Dinner. gain from expert guides and lecturers, who call this area home. >Explore Phnom Penh Angkor Wat. Built in the 12th century, it is the craft baskets from water hyacinths. bay its name, Bay of Descending Dragons) to protect the local people from invaders. The gems Gather for a Welcome Reception and Dinner. Kampong Cham the brutal Khmer Rouge regime in the late 1970s, a bicycle rickshaw, to a family-owned, mat- wartime artifacts at the War Remnants Museum. Day Sixteen B By eliminating logistical worries, your multilingual Travel Director by cyclo, the ubiquitous Attend the ship’s Farewell Reception and Dinner. the dragons spat into the water created the dramatic limestone formations we admire today. Discovery: Cambodian Crafts. Take a tuk tuk and Tuol Sleng, a former school converted into weaving workshop. Visit a floating fish farm. Discovery: Ben Thanh Market. Shop like allows you to immerse yourself comfortably in your surroundings. bicycle rickshaw. Day Five B | L In Transit Take a one-night cruise of the bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site, aboard a modern, elegant YOUR INDIVIDUAL EXPERIENCE to a traditional arts and crafts center. Transfer to the Khmer Rouge’s infamous prison, S-21. Your Day Thirteen B | L a local at Ben Thanh Market. An important part A This high-caliber professional makes you feel safe and important >Browse for souvenirs Siem Reap Day Eleven B | L | D After breakfast, transfer to the Saigon airport Vietnamese junk. You have the opportunity to swim in the bay, kayak, join a tai chi class and Sometimes you want a more in-depth Kampong Cham to board the Mekong Navigator. expert guide provides in-depth background and of daily life in Saigon, the market hall was built and try local food at Cu Lao Gieng | Sa Dec My Tho | Saigon for the return to your gateway city. more. Also enjoy two nights’ deluxe accommodation as you get to know the city of Hanoi. by creating a convivial, welcoming atmosphere. Discovery: Local Life and Angkor Temples. Enjoy lunch en route. personal insight about the atrocities. Ben Thanh Market, experience to take you further afield. That’s Disembark in My Tho, and transfer to Saigon. by the French in 1914. Everything from flowers The other important characters in this story are the guides A local family invites you into their home to show Discovery: Cu Lao Gieng. Board a sampan Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions. This extension includes: two nights at the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi; a guided Hanoi Saigon’s popular why we have designed an extension to allow Join a Welcome Aboard Reception and Dinner. Enrichment: Cambodia Today. Learn about and fruit to silk cloth to lacquerware is for sale. and cruise to Gieng Cathedral, built in 1879. Discovery: Chinese Saigon. Visit the Chinese Walking is required on many excursions, and surfaces tour; a traditional water puppetry show; a one-night cruise aboard the Paradise Luxury; transfer and lecturers, whose regional expertise shines in their insider marketplace. you to craft your individual travel experience. you how to make rice noodles, a local specialty. Day Seven B | L | D life in contemporary Cambodia. Day Fifteen B | D may be uneven or unpaved. Explore Angkor Thom. Built in the late 12th Discovery: Sa Dec. Take a sampan through Cholon district. See Cha Tam Church and Thien to the Saigon airport; flight to Hanoi; transfer to Hanoi hotel; round-trip transfers between hotel perspective and commentary. >Meet and speak with Check out our extension in Hanoi, featuring a Wat Hanchey | Angkor Ban Day Ten B | L | D Hau Temple, a shrine to the goddess of the seas. Saigon A Transfers and flights provided for AHI FlexAir and ship; three breakfasts, two lunches and two dinners; services of an AHI Travel Director and With these specialists at your side, become intimately engaged Cambodian students one-night cruise at Ha Long Bay. We’ve done century, Angkor Thom was the last capital of the canals at Sa Dec. In the town of Sa Dec, Tan Chau, Vietnam Check in to the Park Hyatt Saigon. participants. an AHI Hospitality Desk; baggage handling on all transfers; guide and driver gratuities; and all in the rhythm of the community, adding another memorable to learn about their lives the legwork. Now the choice is yours. the Khmer Empire, which ended in the mid-15th Discovery: Wat Hanchey. Venture to Wat see the home of Hyun Thuy Le, who inspired Discovery: Cu Chi Tunnels. This maze was century. The Bayon, the imposing temple in the Hanchey, a hilltop temple. Receive a traditional Enrichment: Agriculture and Fisheries. Learn Marguerite Duras to write her famous novel, Enrichment: Vietnam Today. A local the Viet Cong’s underground operations center B|L|D denotes included breakfasts, lunches taxes and service charges. chapter to the rich story of your life. and the local education ELECTIVE Extension | At an and dinners. Price: USD $1,345 per person, double occupancy; USD $1,745 single occupancy Above: Angkor Wat system. additional cost center of the city, features carvings of more than Buddhist water blessing from one of the monks about the role of agriculture and fisheries “L’Amant.” Stroll through the town’s market. speaker introduces you to modern Vietnam. during the Vietnam War. Visit the tunnels at Cover photo: Mekong River Below: Angkor Thom | Lower inset: City Hall, Saigon Right: Notre Dame Cathedral, Saigon ACCOMMODATIONS

PARK HYATT SAIGON SOFITEL ANGKOR PHOKEETHRA GOLF AND Mekong Navigator SAIGON SPA RESORT | SIEM REAP

Explore the Mekong River in style aboard the Mekong Navigator, a deluxe river cruiser inspired by Our travel experts have selected these luxury properties, each in a prime location, for your the French Colonial architecture of the region. The all-suite ship provides all the convenience and comfort. Details in the design and décor celebrate the local culture and enhance the ambience comfort of a luxury hotel without denying you the thrills of complete immersion in the Mekong River of each hotel. Their restaurants feature menus of elegantly prepared local and international cuisine. culture. Your English-speaking crew and staff are devoted to creating an exceptional and memorable Of utmost importance is the superior quality of the services, amenities and accommodations, Royal Palace, Phnom Penh journey with attentive, gracious and personalized service. allowing you to maximize the enjoyment of your stay. Le Marché, the ship’s restaurant, will take you on a gastronomic journey of local and international and enjoy a sweeping view of the Mekong. cuisine with fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs that fill the local markets, and a variety of complimentary Return to the ship and cruise to Vinh Long. beverages are available onboard. Relax in the lounge and watch sunsets from the observation deck. Pamper yourself at the spa or check out a book about the region from the library. Wi-Fi is Enrichment: Geography and Life Along complimentary. Each suite features automatic climate controls, a marble bathroom with a shower, the Mekong. Discover how the Mekong River satellite television, a minibar, complimentary bottled water and a fruit basket upon arrival. Days One & Two support the communities built along it. In Transit Discovery: Angkor Ban. Get a glimpse of life in Depart gateway city for Siem Reap, Cambodia.A the rural village of Angkor Ban. Enjoy a home visit with a family to learn about daily life in this small Cross the international date line. village. Visit a monastery and tour a school, Inspiring Moments A Special Note About Air: meeting students and the principal. AHI FREE Economy Air Passengers may depart > Day Eight B | L | D Cherish a quiet moment on Day One or Day Two, depending on their individual at the awe-inspiring flight itinerary. Ta Prohm Phnom Penh, Cambodia monuments of Angkor Discovery: Phnom Penh. Take a cyclo ride, Wat, Ta Prohm and Land | Cruise Program Passengers should book Angkor Thom. flights that arrive on the first day of the Land | Cruise 200 smiling faces. The bas-reliefs of epic battles a popular mode of transportation in Cambodia. largest temple in the world and the crown jewel Program. See price panel for dates. are among the must-sees. Explore the haunting Visit the Royal Palace; the Silver Pagoda, where Wat Hanchey A World Apart > Immerse yourself in of the Angkor Archaeological Park. Angkor Wat temples of Ta Prohm, where roots of massive more than 5,000 silver tiles line the floor; and the the culture of Mekong Day Three Day Fourteen B The story of travel involves more than a ticket and a passport. is the grandest of the temples that sit within the Day Twelve B | L | D River communities. kapok trees have overtaken the buildings. After National Museum to see ancient Angkor artifacts. It should weave together discovery, education and humanity, the Siem Reap, Cambodia 155-square-mile park. Originally dedicated to the Saigon A centuries of neglect, the jungle has claimed the Watch a performance of traditional folk dances. Vinh Long | Cai Be >Admire the exquisite Upon arrival, transfer to the Sofitel Angkor Hindu god Vishnu, the temple eventually became Discovery: A City at War. Explore Saigon’s best elements of any compelling tale. Your personal travel story temples, courtyards and paths. Continue to Discovery: Vinh Long. Visit a rice factory to costumes and graceful Phokeethra and Spa Resort. Day Nine B | L | D begins with our commitment to delivering authentic experiences filled with Buddhist elements as the new religion Thommanon, a recently restored temple with Mekong Delta recent history at the Reunification Palace, movements of dancers see how rice paper, wine and candy are made. Day Four B | D spread through the empire. See the extensive exquisite Apsara carvings. Phnom Penh headquarters of South Vietnam’s government | ELECTIVE | with local people. performing the Apsara, Discovery: Cai Be. Take a row boat through gallery of bas-relief murals. Discovery: The Killing Fields. Visit the solemn in the culture and economy of Vietnam. during the Vietnam War. Admire the French The incomparable value of your journey lies in the personalized Cambodia’s famous Siem Reap Try authentic Cambodian cuisine for lunch. the canal to a handicraft village, where artisans Ben Dinh, where you may go underground. POST-TRIP EXTENSION IN HANOI & HA LONG BAY folk dance. Discovery: Siem Reap. Take a tuk tuk to a Cheoung Ek Killing Fields’ memorial and museum, Discovery: Life in the Mekong Delta. colonial architecture of the 19th-century Notre care you receive from your Travel Director and the knowledge you Discovery: Angkor Wat. Discover breathtaking Day Six B | L | D make traditional items, such as rice paper and In ancient times, according to legend, dragons swooped down upon Ha Long Bay (giving the folk dance performance, followed by a city tour. dedicated to the thousands of victims killed during Visit a colorful Cao Dai temple. Ride a xe loi, Dame Cathedral and Ho Chi Minh City Hall. See Gather tonight for a Farewell Dinner. gain from expert guides and lecturers, who call this area home. >Explore Phnom Penh Angkor Wat. Built in the 12th century, it is the craft baskets from water hyacinths. bay its name, Bay of Descending Dragons) to protect the local people from invaders. The gems Gather for a Welcome Reception and Dinner. Kampong Cham the brutal Khmer Rouge regime in the late 1970s, a bicycle rickshaw, to a family-owned, mat- wartime artifacts at the War Remnants Museum. Day Sixteen B By eliminating logistical worries, your multilingual Travel Director by cyclo, the ubiquitous Attend the ship’s Farewell Reception and Dinner. the dragons spat into the water created the dramatic limestone formations we admire today. Discovery: Cambodian Crafts. Take a tuk tuk and Tuol Sleng, a former school converted into weaving workshop. Visit a floating fish farm. Discovery: Ben Thanh Market. Shop like allows you to immerse yourself comfortably in your surroundings. bicycle rickshaw. Day Five B | L In Transit Take a one-night cruise of the bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site, aboard a modern, elegant YOUR INDIVIDUAL EXPERIENCE to a traditional arts and crafts center. Transfer to the Khmer Rouge’s infamous prison, S-21. Your Day Thirteen B | L a local at Ben Thanh Market. An important part A This high-caliber professional makes you feel safe and important >Browse for souvenirs Siem Reap Day Eleven B | L | D After breakfast, transfer to the Saigon airport Vietnamese junk. You have the opportunity to swim in the bay, kayak, join a tai chi class and Sometimes you want a more in-depth Kampong Cham to board the Mekong Navigator. expert guide provides in-depth background and of daily life in Saigon, the market hall was built and try local food at Cu Lao Gieng | Sa Dec My Tho | Saigon for the return to your gateway city. more. Also enjoy two nights’ deluxe accommodation as you get to know the city of Hanoi. by creating a convivial, welcoming atmosphere. Discovery: Local Life and Angkor Temples. Enjoy lunch en route. personal insight about the atrocities. Ben Thanh Market, experience to take you further afield. That’s Disembark in My Tho, and transfer to Saigon. by the French in 1914. Everything from flowers The other important characters in this story are the guides A local family invites you into their home to show Discovery: Cu Lao Gieng. Board a sampan Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions. This extension includes: two nights at the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi; a guided Hanoi Saigon’s popular why we have designed an extension to allow Join a Welcome Aboard Reception and Dinner. Enrichment: Cambodia Today. Learn about and fruit to silk cloth to lacquerware is for sale. and cruise to Gieng Cathedral, built in 1879. Discovery: Chinese Saigon. Visit the Chinese Walking is required on many excursions, and surfaces tour; a traditional water puppetry show; a one-night cruise aboard the Paradise Luxury; transfer and lecturers, whose regional expertise shines in their insider marketplace. you to craft your individual travel experience. you how to make rice noodles, a local specialty. Day Seven B | L | D life in contemporary Cambodia. Day Fifteen B | D may be uneven or unpaved. Explore Angkor Thom. Built in the late 12th Discovery: Sa Dec. Take a sampan through Cholon district. See Cha Tam Church and Thien to the Saigon airport; flight to Hanoi; transfer to Hanoi hotel; round-trip transfers between hotel perspective and commentary. >Meet and speak with Check out our extension in Hanoi, featuring a Wat Hanchey | Angkor Ban Day Ten B | L | D Hau Temple, a shrine to the goddess of the seas. Saigon A Transfers and flights provided for AHI FlexAir and ship; three breakfasts, two lunches and two dinners; services of an AHI Travel Director and With these specialists at your side, become intimately engaged Cambodian students one-night cruise at Ha Long Bay. We’ve done century, Angkor Thom was the last capital of the canals at Sa Dec. In the town of Sa Dec, Tan Chau, Vietnam Check in to the Park Hyatt Saigon. participants. an AHI Hospitality Desk; baggage handling on all transfers; guide and driver gratuities; and all in the rhythm of the community, adding another memorable to learn about their lives the legwork. Now the choice is yours. the Khmer Empire, which ended in the mid-15th Discovery: Wat Hanchey. Venture to Wat see the home of Hyun Thuy Le, who inspired Discovery: Cu Chi Tunnels. This maze was century. The Bayon, the imposing temple in the Hanchey, a hilltop temple. Receive a traditional Enrichment: Agriculture and Fisheries. Learn Marguerite Duras to write her famous novel, Enrichment: Vietnam Today. A local the Viet Cong’s underground operations center B|L|D denotes included breakfasts, lunches taxes and service charges. chapter to the rich story of your life. and the local education ELECTIVE Extension | At an and dinners. Price: USD $1,345 per person, double occupancy; USD $1,745 single occupancy Above: Angkor Wat system. additional cost center of the city, features carvings of more than Buddhist water blessing from one of the monks about the role of agriculture and fisheries “L’Amant.” Stroll through the town’s market. speaker introduces you to modern Vietnam. during the Vietnam War. Visit the tunnels at Cover photo: Mekong River Below: Angkor Thom | Lower inset: City Hall, Saigon Right: Notre Dame Cathedral, Saigon ACCOMMODATIONS

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