A Golf Trip to
VIETNAM
Danang, Halong Bay, Hanoi May 1-10, 2016
VIETNAM, an overview Peter Smith will host this special golf and cultural trip to Vietnam. It begins in the Vietnamese capital of Hanoi, a city steeped in tradition and history. Here we do a “Best of Hanoi Sightseeing Tour�, play golf, and travel to Halong Bay, famous for its limestone islands and islets, where we spend one night aboard a luxury, replica junk ship. We then fly south to Danang and spend 3 nights at the luxurious, beachside Angsana Lang Co Resort and Spa. Whilst here we will do a half-day tour of the ancient city of Hue, play a game of golf at Laguna Lang Co and have time to enjoy the resort. A short drive south takes us to the Golf Coast of Danang where we will spend two nights at Fusion Maia Resort, famous for its spa treatments and charming beachside location. Here we will play two top class golf courses: Danang Golf Club and Montgomerie Links, and visit the UNESCO Heritage listed town of Hoi An. There will also be time to indulge in some of the luxuries Fusion Maia has to offer. Optional extension: Four nights at Siem Reap Cambodia, where we visit the Angkor Wat Temple Complex, the sixth manmade wonder and largest religious monument in the world, and play golf. This trip has it all!
Danang Golf Course
HANOI
DAY ONE SUNDAY 1ST MAY Upon arrival at Hanoi International Airport you will be transferred to your hotel in central Hanoi Welcome dinner, including drinks Accommodation: Silk Path Hotel 1 night
HALONG BAY DAY TWO MONDAY 2ND MAY Drive by coach to Ha Long Bay and board Bhaya Cruise You will stay one night on board a luxurious replica junk ship where all meals are included. 12:45 Board: Welcome drinks 13:00 Let the vacation begin with a lunch buffet as the boat cruises towards South East Halong Bay, 15:00 Arrive to Dark and Bright Lagoon and visit the area by rowboat or kayak. 16:30 Return to main boat for swimming around the area, relaxing on sundeck or indulging yourself with spa service 17:00 Bar opens for the Happy Hour “Buy one get one free�. 17:30 Cooking demonstration with traditional Vietnamese food on the sundeck 19:00 Set menu dinner will be served in the restaurant. 21:00 Free time to be spent watching a movie in the restaurant or squid fishing
HA LONG BAY
OPTION: TAKE A SEA PLANE TO & FROM HA LONG BAY
DAY THREE TUESDAY 3RD MAY 06:15 Early start for a Tai Chi demonstration on the sundeck; tea and coffee available. 07:00 Light breakfast will be served in the restaurant. 07:45 Discover Surprise Cave, one of the biggest caves in Halong Bay with beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. 09:00 Back to main boat for check out: 09:30 Buffet brunch will be served in the restaurant while the boat heads back to harbor. 10:30 Disembark to Tuan Chau Marina. Coach transfer to Hanoi Check into Silk Path Hotel, 2 nights
HANOI DAY FOUR WEDNESDAY 4TH MAY Play Sky Lake Golf Course DAY FIVE THURSDAY 5TH MAY Half day Hanoi city Tour Fly from Hanoi to Danang Transfer to Angsana Lang Co Resort Accommodation: Angsana Lang Co Resort deluxe room, 3 nights
LAGUNA LANG CO
DAY SIX FRIDAY 6TH MAY Golf at Laguna Lang Co
HUE
DAY SEVEN SATURDAY 7TH MAY A half day best of Hue City tour
DANANG
DAY EIGHT SUNDAY 8TH MAY Play golf at Montgomerie Links Accommodation: 2 nights at Fusion Maia, pool villa
HOI AN
DAY NINE MONDAY 9TH MAY Half Day tour of Hoi An Afternoon free to relax at Fusion Maia and enjoy complimentary spa treatments
DANANG
DAY TEN TUESDAY 10TH MAY Play golf at Danang Golf Course Depart Danang International airport Queenstown
CAMBODIA Optional extension
TUESDAY 10th MAY Depart Danang, Arrive in Siem Reap Check into Phokeethra Golf Resort WEDNESDAY 11TH MAY Play golf at Phokeethra Golf Resort Sunset tour Welcome dinner THURSDAY 12TH MAY Full day tour of Angkor Temples, including lunch FRIDAY 13TH MAY Play golf at Angkor Golf Resort Farewell dinner, including drinks SATURDAY 14TH MAY Depart
THE GOLF COURSES SKY LAKE RESORT & GC
Sky Lake Golf Club is located at the Van Son Lake area and is 45 minutes from central Hanoi. Sky Lake Resort & Golf Club is made up of two 18-hole PGA standard courses and an on-site golf academy. The project is a master plan from Korean investors with golf course design by Robert Painter (Kingsbarns Golf Links, UK) and Ronald Leck (Sky 72 Golf Club,Korea).
Sky Lake Resort
LAGUNA LANG CO
This is a Championship Golf Course designed by Nick Faldo. Set in a stunning location, the course weaves between trees, over rice paddy fields and streams, through impressive rock features and alongside the beach. Every one of these environments makes for a memorable golf experience and gives the golf course a true sense of place.
Laguna Lang Co
DANANG
This Greg Norman designed course is considered to be one of Vietnam’s best. It is built on the sandy loam soil of China Beach and is a gently undulating and well-bunkered course. The fairways are lined with pines and wind can be a factor.
Danang GC
THE GOLF COURSES MONTGOMERIE LINKS This links style course was designed by Colin Montgomerie and is situated in a beachscape of sandy dunes and wispy Casuarinas. It has been designed to capitalize on its close proximity to the warm, tranquil East Sea and famed Marble Mountains, which are clearly visible from various points on the 18-hole course. The sandy soil, wind-blown dunes, and indigenous vegetation combine to create the framework for a very strong links-style golf course that is a sheer delight to play. Montgomerie Links
PHOKEETHRA GOLF CLUB
The Sofitel-managed Phokeethra Country Club, Angkor Wat, adds to the world class golf now available in Cambodia. The golf course hosted the 2009 Johnnie Walker Classic and 2010 Cambodian Open. The course reflects much of the Cambodian culture and history. For example between the 9th green and 10th tee is a restored 'Roluh' bridge, which is also the iconic image used in the course's logo, dating back to the 11th century Khmer empire. A challenging championship caliber layout features water on all but one hole and concludes with the signature double water carry 18th-hole that offers a daunting final shot into a challenging island green
Phokeethra GC
ANGKOR GOLF RESORT
This Nick Faldo designed course was the host of the 2012 Cambodian Open. The many strategically placed bunkers and tricky, water hazards require thinking on every hole to score well. Angkor GR
ACCOMMODATION SILK PATH HOTEL Perfectly located in the Old Quarter with major attractions nearby. Distinctly eclectic décor with modern facilities. Within a 20minute stroll, you'll find popular places like Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre, Hoan Kiem Lake, and Temple of Literature. Highlights at this hotel include free WiFi, and free high-speed Internet. Deluxe room
BHAYA CRUISE
The Bhaya Cruise ship, a replica junk ship that combines traditional style with contemporary luxuries. All meals are included. Deluxe room includes 2 twin beds (Convertible into Double Bed) at 12.5 square meters with luxurious pillows and cotton border blanket. It is furnished fully equipment as a five star hotel’s room like aircondition, mini-bar, fan, private bathroom. Each of this room has private window with panoramic view.
ANGSANA LANG CO RESORT Wake up to the inspiring view of the Truong Son Mountain Range on one side and the milky blue of endless sea on the other at Angsana Lang Co resort. Whites, greys and muted woodsy shades are neatly pieced together to give this Lang Co resort room its zen décor. Walk out your bedroom and sit back on your balcony to watch the clouds twirl across the charming mountainscape. In the evenings, have a soak in the bathtub before relaxing in your comfortable bed. The Deluxe Room comes with a king-sized bed.
ACCOMMODATION FUSION MAIA RESORT, pool villa This ground-breaking resort provides all spa treatments, private pools and breakfast any time and place included in the standard room rate. Treat yourself to a minimum of 2 spa treatments guaranteed per day, at no extra charge. Each villa has its own private plunge pool and the resort is located right on China beach.
PHOKEETHRA RESORT
Just 10 minutes away from the famed monuments of Angkor Wat, French colonial elegance sits amidst the manicured gardens of Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort. This Siem Reap luxury hotel proudly receives a banquet of awards each and every year. The 5 star hotel entreats with a serene design reflecting French sophistication and yesteryear refinement. A lavish swimming pool beloved by guests is surrounded by lush and opulent landscaping. Superior room
SIGHTSEEING HUE
A boat trip on the romantically named Perfume River visits Hue’s best-known religious site, Thien Mu Pagoda. Return to dry land to visit the Imperial Citadel from where the Nguyen Dynasty ruled between 1802 and 1945. After access the Ngo Mon Gate, you will take in the Purple Forbidden City. The Forbidden City was reserved for the Nguyen royal family from the 18th century until the mid-1900s. Unfortunately, American bombing in 1968 in response to a communist takeover of Hue flattened most of the city. As you can see, only a few buildings are survived such as the Thai Hoa Temple, Can Thanh Temple, The Mieu, and Hieu Lam Cac, but all the remains make a well worth visit.
HOI AN
Hoi An, is an old port town from the 10th century. Parts of the town retains the old world feel from centuries past with narrow streets and a quaint mix of architecture including pagodas, temples, ancient tiled bridges and wells. In addition to the many monuments, the town has a wide array of delightful shops and roadside cafes. In the evening the town is transformed as all the lanterns are lit and numerous restaurants open.
SIGHTSEEING
ANGKOR WAT
The Angkor Wat temple complex is the crown jewel of Khmer architecture, a 6th manmade wonder and largest religious monument in the world. Angkor is one of the most important archaeological sites in South-East Asia. Stretching over some 400 km2, including forested area, Angkor Archaeological Park contains the magnificent remains of the different capitals of the Khmer Empire, from the 9th to the 15th century. They include the famous Temple of Angkor Wat and, at Angkor Thom, the Bayon Temple with its countless sculptural decorations. UNESCO has set up a wide-ranging programmes to safeguard this symbolic site and its surroundings.
Package Price VIETNAM 10 DAYS/9NIGHTS PACKAGE $3,500* USD per person, twin share DEPOSIT: $1050 USD
*Package price is based on a minimum of 8 golfers in the group $3,163 USD per person, based on a minimum of 12 golfers in the group Currency fluctuations will alter the price in AUD and NZD.
PACKAGE INCLUDES: 3 nights’ accommodation Silk Path Hotel Hanoi deluxe room 1 night’s accommodation on Bhaya Cuises Ha Long Bay (full board and sightseeing) deluxe room 3 nights’ accommodation at Angsana Lang Co Danang, deluxe room 2 nights accommodation at Fusion Maia, Danang, pool villa Daily hotel breakfast Welcome dinner on Day 1 with two hour free flow drinks 4 rounds of golf (total 72 holes) with 1 caddie per golfer and pre-booked tee-times Excursions with all entrance fee and admission fee. Twin sharing golf cart at all courses Fully local English Speaking guide as per itinerary Private airport, sightseeing, hotel and golf courses transfers 24/7 golf hotline staffed throughout trip All taxes and service charges included OPTION OPTION Fully guided by PGA Professional
FLY FLY BY BY SEAPLANE SEAPLANE PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE: International flights and any related fees Tourist visa Personal items, meals, gratuities Domestic flight, quoted separately and subject to change • Hanoi – Danang, economy class, US$120 dollars per way per person
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Package Price CAMBODIA 5 DAYS/4NIGHTS EXTENSION $1,400* USD per person, twin share DEPOSIT: $500 USD
*Package price is based on a minimum of 8 golfers in the group $1,300 USD per person, based on a minimum of 12 golfers in the group Currency fluctuations will alter the price in AUD and NZD.
PACKAGE INCLUDES: 4 nights’ accommodation at Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort in a superior room Daily hotel breakfast Lunch on Day 3 Dinner on Day 2 Farewell dinner on Day 4 with two hour free flow drinks 2 round of golf (total 36 holes) with 1 caddie per golfer and pre-booked tee-times Excursions with all entrance fee and admission fee Twin sharing golf cart at all courses Fully local English Speaking guide as per above itinerary Private airport, sightseeing, hotel and golf courses transfers 24/7 golf hotline staffed throughout trip All taxes and service charges included Fully guided by PGA Professional
PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE: International flights and any related fees Tourist visa Personal items, meals, gratuities International flight, quoted separately and subject to change - Danang – Siem Reap, economy class, US$270 dollars per way per person
Terms and Conditions Trip Availability If this trip seems right for you please contact Peter Smith to check availability, as numbers are limited. This trip requires us to make bookings on your behalf, such as golf course bookings domestic and international flights. To ensure you can be part of our trip we ask you to check availability at the earliest. Contact Scott to enquire about this trip. Payment Of Deposit To secure a place, please pay the deposit of $1050 USD by Bank Transfer into the following account: Account Name: The Travelling Golfer Trust Account National Australia Bank, 49-51 Main St Greensborough, 3088 Victoria AUSTRALIA BSB: 083269 Account Number: 13 066 2440 Please quote your surname. The balance is due by the 20TH March 2016. In the case of non-payment of the balance by the due date, The Travelling Golfer will treat the booking as cancelled unless advised to the contrary. Terms and Conditions Tour Rates Tour prices are set as a guide only and may vary due to currency fluctuations and component cost increases. All rates advertised are accurate at the time of publication and are subject to change until receipt of payment in full. The Travelling Golfer reserves the right to adjust our tour cost as necessary. Any surcharges will be passed on in respect to currency fluctuations unless full payment has been received and no changes are made to your booking. The tour price is for the package as detailed in the itinerary only. If changes are requested to the itinerary, then an administration fee of $100 plus any additional costs incurred will be charged, on top of the tour price. Pricing valid for bookings confirmed by 31st Oct 2015
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