Value Priced Package to Exotic Vietnam

Yearning for an exotic trip without the accompanying exotic, and budget crippling, price tag?  Friendly Planet Travel tries to make high-quality exotic travel affordable with its all-inclusive escorted vacation packages and cruises.  These guys create destination packages to some of the most exotic and exciting places in the world, at prices that won’t break the bank.

I’m looking at a current travel special to Vietnam, a country I’d like to visit, but am not quite ready to tackle on my own.  Friendly Planet is offering a 8-day Vietnam package for only $999, including air fare from LAX – a real bargain to this Southeast Asia hot spot.  Visiting Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and Hanoi might give me just enough of a taste to plan a return trip on my own.

Vietnam fascinate many travelers, not only because of its role in a difficult period of US history, but also because it has only recent emerged as a tourist destination.  The beauty of the country, and its people and culture, is just now starting to resonate with travelers, so much of it remains unspoiled.  This package gives travelers a glimpse of life in Vietnam, a chance to see the country’s floating markets, winding canals, and rice paddies along with the very modern city that it is becoming.

Here’s what you get in this bargain-priced A Taste of Vietnam package:

• Airfare to Vietnam based on LAX departure (additional fee for JFK departure)
• All domestic airfare within Vietnam
• 6 nights lodge in superior hotel accommodations
• Group transfers
• Daily buffet breakfast
• Tours in each city with English-speaking local guide (includes attraction entrance fees, if any)

Airport taxes and airline fees are additional, and run about $A95.  You will also need a visa, which is $25.  A variety of additional tour options are available at various prices, and you also have the option of extending the trip with a visit to Bangkok.

This deal must be booked by August 28th, for one of the following departure dates:

• September 15th
• October 6th, 27th
• November 24th
• January 19th
• February 23rd
• March 30th

Read the fine print for all inclusions, exclusions, and applicable details.

I’m taking a hard look at my calendar to see if I can make this package work for me.

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