INDOCHINA – ASIAN POETRY

Flight to Bangkok Arrival in Bangkok. Our guide will meet you at the airport. Transfer to the hotel. Dinner (Dinner Package). Overnight in Bangkok area.

Bangkok BangkokBreakfast. You will have free time or a half-day excursion to the Royal Palace and three of Bangkok's most magnificent temples (optional excursions package). It has a mysterious past and a current value of over US$40 million in gold. It is sculpted in the exquisite Sukhothai style, characterized by the curls of hair and elongated ear shells. Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho) - the largest and oldest temple in Bangkok. It is best known for its 45 m long, gold-covered statue of the reclining Buddha. The temple is also known as the "birthplace" of the world-famous Thai massage. The Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Pra Kaew) is part of the Royal Palace and is one of the most sacred Buddhist temples in Bangkok. This temple houses a statue of Buddha made entirely from a whole piece of green jade. The precious little statue is associated with a local custom that involves the King dressing it at the change of each season. The Emerald Buddha has 3 different costumes made of gold and precious stones, and all 3 can be seen during a visit to the temple in the Royal Palace. The statue itself is a Buddha sitting on a golden altar in a classical pose. The Royal Palace* - is a complex of buildings in the heart of Bangkok. It was the official residence of the Siamese kings (and later Thai kings) until 1782. The King, his court and his royal government were housed in the palace until 1925. The current monarch, King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) lives in the Chitralada Palace, but the Grand Palace is still used for official events. The palace is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Thailand. * Appropriate clothing is required to visit the Grand Palace. Later, you will have the option of a romantic dinner cruise on the Chao Phraya River with an included transfer to your hotel (available on site). This evening river cruise is a blend of traditional Thai cuisine and culture. An unforgettable evening filled with emotions, exotic flavors and colorful scenes awaits you along Bangkok's "River of Kings". From the illuminated banks you can see amazing sights mixed with the city's typical Asian bustle. The Grand Palace and the Temple of Dawn provide majestic views with their exquisite splendour at night. Overnight in the Bangkok area.

Bangkok - Ban Packard border - Siem Reap Breakfast. Early departure from Bangkok for transfer to Ban Pakard (Thailand's border with Cambodia). Cross the border and continue to Siem Reap. You will pass through an area where cassava is grown to reach the nearby town of Battambang, where you will enjoy a local lunch. You will then continue to Siem Reap. Dinner (Dinner Package). Overnight in the Siem Reap area.

Siem Reap - Angkor Wat Breakfast. You will have free time or option for full day sightseeing at Angkor Wat temples (optional excursions package with lunch included). You will start with a visit to the South Gate of Angkor Thom, where statues of the gods of good and evil line the entrance. Your next stop is the Bayon Temple, famous for the hundreds of smiling faces that adorn the towers. The bas-reliefs are quite impressive, they tell stories of everyday life and the great battles that were fought between the Khmer and the ancient Thais. You will proceed to Pimenakas, shaped like a pyramid with two lakes at the back. The lakes were once used for religious rituals, but today serve as swimming pools for Khmer children. You'll walk to the top of the temple, where you'll get an impressive view of the entire Angkor complex. You'll see the rows of hobos that form the wall of the Terrace of the Elephants, a platform from which King Jayavarman reviewed his army. Nearby is the Terrace of the Leper Kings, which includes a statue depicting Jana, the Hindu god of death. A short drive to one of the most beloved temples, Ta Prohm, follows. This small, crumbling temple stands alongside giant tree roots, giving it a magical feel. Later in the afternoon you will explore the magnificent Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world. This visually spectacular temple is a massive three-tiered pyramid rising 65m from the ground and topped by five lotus towers. It is the national symbol of Cambodia and proudly appears on the country's flag. The last stop is the pyramid-shaped Pre Rup Temple, which offers an impressive view of the sunset over the jungle and the towering spires of Angkor Wat. Built by Suryavarman II in the early 12th century as a state temple and later a mausoleum, it was originally dedicated to the god Vishnu. Transfer to the hotel. Dinner (Dinner Package). Overnight in Siem Reap area.

Siem Reap - Phnom Penh Breakfast. You will depart for Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, where you will have a sightseeing tour (included). You will stop at the Spin Praptos Bridge, which dates back to the Khmer Empire (included). The Khmer Rouge tried to blow up the bridge several times, but all attempts were unsuccessful. The journey continues to the small and interesting Santuk Silk Farm, where you will enjoy a delicious Khmer lunch (included). With the help of a guide, you will learn about all the stages in silk production from the silkworm to the finished product. On the way to the capital, you will also visit the market in Squon (included in the price) where you can taste local specialties such as fried tarantulas. In Phnom Penh you will visit the Royal Palace, built in 1866 and today home to King Norodom Sihamoni, who has ruled Cambodia since October 2004. With its pagoda-like style and ornate buildings, the palace is an oasis of calm in the bustling city. You'll stroll around the grounds and explore the gardens. You'll visit the Silver Pagoda, which houses a collection of Buddha statues, one of which is decorated with 9,584 diamonds and the floor inside is covered by 5,000 silver tiles. You'll also visit Riverside, a chance to take a short walk along one of Phnom Penh's few pedestrian walkways, where you'll see people exercising, dancing or just sitting and watching the river move. In the evening, for those who have opted for a dinner cruise, you will head to the river pier immediately after checking into your hotel. You will board a typical local boat for a romantic sunset cruise (optional excursions package with dinner included). You'll observe the daily life of the locals by the river, women doing their chores alongside children playing in the murky water, and fishermen hauling in their nets. Get your camera ready for an impressive photo shoot of unique Phnom Penh as the setting sun provides the perfect backdrop for shots of the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and Wat Ounalom Temple. Transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Phnom Penh area.

Bavet - Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) - Cu Chi Tunnels Breakfast. Transfer to Mok Bai (Bavet province) to cross the border with Vietnam. Before heading to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) you will visit the Cu Chi Tunnels (included). They are famous for being used by communist guerrillas during the Vietnam War. The network of tunnels stretches 250 km on three levels underground, providing a clear insight into the hardships, courage, determination and horrors of guerrilla warfare. Transfer to the hotel. Dinner (Dinner Package). Overnight in Ho Chi Minh area.

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) Breakfast. Free time to explore the city or take a boat trip on the river. Mekong (optional excursions package with lunch included). The Mekong Delta is known as the Rice Bowl of Vietnam, the most fertile region and a major producer of rice and tropical fruits. Transfer to the hotel. Dinner (Dinner Package). Overnight in Ho Chi Minh area.

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) - Mui Ne (resort) Breakfast. You will have free time or a half-day excursion around Ho Chi Minh City (optional excursions package). With over 7 million inhabitants and millions of motorbikes, Ho Chi Minh City is not only the largest city in Vietnam, but also the most important economic center and metropolis. You'll see the incredible Reunification Palace, the Central Post Office and Notre Dame - representatives of French colonial architecture. In Cholon Chinatown you will visit the Tien Hau Temple (dedicated to the goddess of the sea). Transfer to the Mui Ne resort on the South China Sea. Dinner (Dinner Package). Overnight in Mui Ne area.

Mui Ne (resort) Breakfast. Free time for beach and rest. Dinner (Dinner Package). Overnight in the area of Mui Ne.

Mui Ne (resort) Breakfast. Free time for beach and rest. Dinner (Dinner Package). Overnight in the area of Mui Ne.

Mui Ne (resort) Breakfast. Free time for beach and rest. Dinner (Dinner Package). Overnight in the area of Mui Ne.

Flight to Bulgaria Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Return flight to Sofia.

Flight to Bulgaria Landing at Sofia Airport.