2012 Convention Tours

Pre Convention

Hong Kong

Singapore/Malaysia

Vietnam/Cambodia

Post Convention

Bali/Singapore

Hong Kong/China

Asia Highlights

Bangkok Hotels

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Bangkok Brochure

Application & Terms

Land Only Prices:

(See Land Only pricing terms)

$3,289 Per Person, Based on Double Occupancy

For Single Room, Add - $1,200

Round trip China Airlines Airfare:  $1175

(Comprised of $845 base airfare and $330 in current taxes and service charges)

This program will offer you an unbelievable travel experience, rich in history and culture. From the luxurious hotels, to the phenomenal cuisine, this trip to Vietnam and Cambodia will offer you a travel experience.  This trip is designed for those who have always wanted to visit these destinations but were waiting for the "right one."

Itinerary

Wed., Apr. 18 - Depart from Los Angeles on China Airlines.

 

Thu., Apr. 19 – Arrive in Taipei, before continuing to Hanoi. Upon our arrival, we begin our exploration of Hanoi with visits to the Temple of Literature, West Lake, Tran Quoc Pagoda, etc. Dinner included as a tour service. Accommodations at the Moevenpick Hotel, including with daily buffet breakfasts.

 

Fri, Apr. 20 – Hanoi: This morning’s sightseeing will include Hoa Lo prison (Hanoi Hilton), Hoan Kiem Lake, and the old quarter of Hanoi, etc. Lunch provided. This afternoon is free for rest, shopping or continued exploration of the city.  Dinner is provided as a tour service.

 

Sat., Apr. 21 – Hanoi:  Morning visit to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, American War Museum and Ethnology Museum. Lunch provided. This evening, following our dinner, we will enjoy a performance of the famous Vietnamese Water Puppets. 

 

Sun., Apr. 22 – Hanoi/ Ha Long Bay:  Morning departure for Halong Bay, an extraordinarily beautiful UNESCO World Heritage site.  Upon arrival, we will board Victory Star cruise boat for an overnight cruise on the Bay. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included with our accommodations.  All cabins have private baths.

 

Mon., Apr. 23 – Halong Bay/Hanoi/Hue:  Continue with our Halong Bay cruise before returning to Hanoi for dinner, provided as a tour service.  After dinner depart on an evening flight to Hue.  Accommodations at Saigon Morin Hotel, including daily breakfasts.

 

Tue., Apr. 24 - Hue: Morning sightseeing at the Citadel, Purple Royal Palaces, etc. Lunch  provided as a tour service. Your afternoon is free to explore the expansive local market with its vibrant colors, row after row of food stalls, and pictures around every corner. Dinner provided as a tour service.

 

Wed., Apr. 25 – Hue/Hoi An: This morning, we will travel down the Perfumed River to visit Thien Mu Pagoda and the mausoleum of King Minh Mang.  We then cross Cloudy Pass before enjoying lunch at Lang Co Beach. Resort accommodations at the deluxe Palm Garden Beach Resort, including daily buffet breakfasts.

 

Thu., Apr. 26 - Hoi An: This morning, we climb into pedi cabs to explore the precious town of Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage site.  Lunch is provided.  Free afternoon to complete your shopping in silk, art and curios shops.  Dinner provided as a tour service. 

 

Fri., Apr. 27 – Hoi An:  Today is a free day so you can enjoy the resort amenities, sleep in, or get your second fitting of the clothes you are having made. 

 

Sat., Apr. 28 - Hoi An/Da Nang/Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon): Travel to Da Nang for a flight to Saigon.  Accommodations at the deluxe InterContinental Asiana Saigon, with daily buffet breakfasts.

 

Sun. Apr. 29 - Saigon: Morning city sightseeing tour including Central Post Office, the Fine Arts Museum, War Museum, Chinatown, Reunification Palace, etc.  This afternoon is free for your individual enjoyment and exploration of Saigon.  Tailor made clothing, laquerware, or silks are exceptional values.  This evening, we will enjoy a special dinner event at the private home of a U.S. Rotarian who has been living in Viet Nam since the 1990’s.

 

Mon., Apr. 30 - Saigon: Morning sightseeing to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, where Viet Cong soldiers ambushed American Army bases. After the tunnels, we will witness "high mass" at the Cao Dai Temple.  Lunch and dinner provided as tour services.

 

Tue., May 1 – Saigon: All day excursion to My Tho and the Mekong Delta. Lunch and dinner are included as tour services.

 

Wed., May 2 – Saigon/Siem Reap:  This morning, we fly from Saigon to Siem Reap, Cambodia to visit the extraordinary area of Angkor Wat.  Lunch provided as a tour service before sightseeing which includes the Kravan, Srah Srang, Banteay Kdei, Neak Pean and Preah Khan temples.  Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf and Spa accommodations, with daily buffet breakfasts. 

 

Thu., May 3 – Siem Reap/Angkor Wat:  All day of sightseeing in Siem Reap, including visits to the South Gate of Angkor Thom, Bayon, Baphuon, Elephant Terrace, Leper King Terrace and the Royal Enclosure.  Lunch provided as a tour service.  After lunch, we will continue viewing the  Angkor Wat Temple complex and view sunset from the top of Phnom Ba Kheng Hill.  Dinner is provided as a tour service.

 

Fri., May 4 – Siem Reap/Bangkok:  This morning, we fly to Bangkok to attend the Rotary International Convention.  Provide morning transfer of passengers and luggage to airport for flights to Bangkok.

 

Sat., - Wed., May 5 – 9 – Bangkok:  Attend the Rotary International Convention.  No Howard Tours’ events are scheduled in deference to the Convention activities.

 

Thu., May 10 – Bangkok/Depart for Home:  Depart on a morning China Airlines flight to Taipei and onward to Los Angeles, arriving the same day you left Bangkok.