Meet & Greet by our local hosts and transfer to your
a 41/2-star hotel overlooking West Lake and located near the center of Hanoi.
Lunch on own.
Afternoon at leisure - acquaint yourself with the hotel's many facilities. Your hotel is conveniently located close to shopping areas and tourist attractions.
1800 Welcome reception at lower lobby bar of the Sofitel Plaza Hanoi
Dinner on own.
Tue 29Nov Hanoi.
Buffet Breakfast at hotel.
Sightseeing in Hanoi Although it is the modern-day capital of Vietnam, Hanoi still retains the mystery and charm of past centuries. Narrow lanes and traditional shophouses invite an exciting exploration by walking, while its many beautiful public spaces,
lakes, parks, tree-lined boulevards, and monuments
give the city an air of elegance and harmony with nature unique among Asian capitals.
Visit the Ho Chi Minh Memorial Complex (Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum can be viewed from the outside only).
Stroll past the HO CHI MINH MAUSOLEUM, which houses the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh. The Mausoleum is closed in the afternoons, on Mondays and Fridays, and closes annually in October and November for restoration (can only view from the outside). Continue to the PRESIDENTIAL PALACE (may be viewed from the outside only). Stroll through the park to HO CHI MINH STILT HOUSE, the simple two-room dwelling where Ho Chi Minh lived from 1958 until his final days. Preserved in the same condition as during his life, it may be viewed through the windows. Visit the miniature ONE PILLAR PAGODA. Also dating from the 11th century, this monument was rebuilt after being destroyed by the French in 1954. Today it stands near the vast HO CHI MINH MEMORIAL COMPLEX, a lovely park setting which is home to Ho Chi Minh's final resting place, as well as a museum and other memorials.
Visit the Temple of Literature: a peaceful series of walled courtyards and graceful gateways, this momument is one of the best-preserved examples of traditional Vietnamese architecture. Founded in 1070 and dedicated to Confucius, this was also the site of Vietnam's first university. In one courtyard, giant stone tortoises bear stelae on their backs, listing the accomplishments of graduating scholars.
Visit the Hanoi Hilton (Hoa Lo Prison)
Lunch on own.
Afternoon at leisure
Visit a Water Puppet Show: a fantastic art form originating in northern Vietnam, best seen in Hanoi.
Dinner on own.
Wed 30Nov Hanoi ~ Halong Bay.
Buffet Breakfast at hotel.
0830 Travel by coach along the Highway 5 across Hai Hung Province. Board
a traditional wooden Day Boat for a delicious Seafood Lunch. Enjoy a boat ride around Halong Bay, a World Heritage site, passing a maze of soaring karsts limestone towers out of the sea, similar to the ones in the Andaman Sea.
Sail past picturesque islands, floating villages, fishermen casting their nets and pearl fisheries and observe the rhythms of daily life on the bay.
Pass the islands of Trong, Mai, Am, Chen and Cong Troi (Heaven Gates). Stop at one of the islands to visit caves.
Overnight at Halong Bay at the 4-star...
Dinner on own.
Thu 01Dec Halong Bay ~ Hanoi ~ Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Buffet breakfast at hotel.
Visit Chan Thien My Humanity Center
Mid-morning return to Hanoi and transfer directly to the airport.
1510 Leave Hanoi on VIETNAM AIRLINES VN/843, Airbus A320, non-stop. Snack served. Flying time 1hr55min.
1705 Arrive Siem Reap, Cambodia
Meet & Greet and transfer to your 41/2-star...
a centrally located superior first class hotel nestled amidst 8 acres of lush tropical gardens.
1930 "Welcome to Cambodia" pool-side BBQ dinner.
Fri 02Dec In Siem Reap.
Buffet breakfast at hotel.
0800 Drive to the archaeological park and explore Angkor Wat, the finest (and largest) ancient religious structure in the world. Guided walk from
Main Entrance West to East to see how the changing shadows play on the intricate stone bas relief carvings which depict early Khmer battles and folklore.
Continue to nearby Angkor Thom, a fortified royal city built in the 12th century and home to as many as one million people during its prime. Visit Bayon, a fascinating temple of narrow corridors, steep stairs and an amazing collection of 54 towers decorated with smiling faces on each side. Also see the Elephant Terrace, Royal Palace and the Leper King Terrace.
Back to your hotel for late lunch on own.
Afternoon at leisure.
Dinner on own. Try one of the fine local restaurants in town within walking distance.
Sat 03Dec In Siem Reap.
Buffet breakfast at hotel.
0800 Morning visit to Ta Prohm where most of the dense jungle has not been cleared and looks very much as most of the Angkor monuments would have appeared when European explorers first stumbled across them in the late 19th century. Continue to the beautiful country side to see the Banteay Srei Hindu Temple dating from the 10th century. A magnificent monument of fine art and relief work.
Banteay Srei is considered to be the jewel of classical Khmer art. Because of its small size, fairy-like atmoshphere and extraordinary examples of Khmer sculpture, this temple is often a favorite of visitors.
Lunch at Rumduol Restaurant.
Balance of afternoon at leisure or explore some of the incredible shopping opportunities the wonderful people of Cambodia have to offer.
1700-1800 Bib packet distribution in the lobby of our hotel.
1830-2000 Pasta Loading Dinner at the Grand View Terrace Restaurant of your hotel.
Tuck in early!
Sun 04Dec In Siem Reap.
Race Day! The day you have been waiting for.
0500 Light breakfast items at the hotel.
0540 Early morning drive to nearby Angkor Wat Temple, the start of the Angkor Wat Marathon, Half Marathon or 10K. Traditional pre-race ceremonies before you are off to run in and round some of these ancient monuments. The race distances are well marked, and there are frequent water stations.
We will have our own KLE recovery tent with refreshments, fruits and beer. An experience to remember! Buses will return to the hotel as they fill up. Relax at the hotel's large pool this afternoon feeling exhausted, yet triumphant. A good time to take a post-race massage at the hotel.
1800-1900 "Mission Accomplished" cocktail party around the Pool Bar of the hotel, hosted by Kathy Loper.
Dinner on own. Explore another one of the fine restaurants in the hotel or in town.
Mon 05Dec Siem Reap.
Buffet breakfast at hotel.
0800 Morning Tonle Sap Lake visit with boat ride through the floating
fishermen villages, stopping at one of the local fish farms, including
a live alligator pond and live cobra.
On return drive, visit the "Les Chantiers-Ecoles" Arts and Crafts
school and training center (traditional techniques used for wood
sculpting, stone carving, lacquer work) before returning to your hotel.
Lunch on own.
Balance of afternoon at leisure.
Dinner on own.
Tue 06Dec Siem Reap ~ Bangkok ~ USA.
Buffet breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to airport.
1315 Leave Siem Reap on BANGKOK AIRWAYS PG/906, ATR72, snack served, non-stop. Flying time 1hr25min.
1440 Arrive Bangkok, Thailand (change planes).
Tue 06Dec Bangkok ~ USA LAX
1625 Leave Bangkok on CX/712.
2000 Arrive Hong Kong (in transit, change planes).
2345 Leave Hong Kong on CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYS CX/880, Boeing 777-300, late night dinner and breakfast served, non-stop.
Cross the International Dateline, gain one calendar day.
2020 Arrive Los Angeles LAX. |
Tue 06Dec Bangkok ~ USA JFK
1625 Leave Bangkok on CX/712
2000 Arrive HKG (change planes)
Wed 07Dec ~ Hong Kong ~ USA JFK
0100 Leave HKG on CX/888 (gain one calendar day)
0600 Arrive JFK |
The end of another K&K overseas running adventure!
Itinerary "B"
LAX Departure
Sat 26Nov ~ Los Angeles ~ Hong Kong - Hanoi.
2000 Check-in at LAX Bradley International Terminal Cathay Pacific Airways check-in counter.
2220 Leave LAX on CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYS CX/883, Boeing 777-300, non-stop. Complimentary drinks, headset, late night dinner, snack, and breakfast served aloft. Flying time 15hrs20min.
Sun 27Nov
En route, crossing the International Dateline. Loose one calendar day.
Mon 28Nov ~ Hong Kong ~ Hanoi.
0540 Arrive HONG KONG (in transit, change planes).
0845 Leave Hong Kong on Dragon Air, KA/297, Airbus 320, non-stop. Flying time 2hrs.
0950 Arrive HANOI, Vietnam
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JFK Departure
Sat 26Nov ~ JFK ~ Hong Kong - Hanoi.
2145 Leave JFK to Hong Kong on Cathay Pacific CX/889
Sun 27Nov
En route, crossing the International Dateline. Loose one calendar day.
Mon 28Nov ~ Hong Kong ~ Hanoi.
0750 Arrive Hong Kong (change planes)
0845 Leave Hong Kong on Dragon Air, KA/297, Airbus 320, non-stop. Flying time 2hrs.
0950 Arrive HANOI, Vietnam
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Meet & Greet by our local hosts and transfer to your
a 41/2-star hotel overlooking West Lake and located near the center of Hanoi.
Lunch on own.
Afternoon at leisure - acquaint yourself with the hotel's many facilities. Your hotel is conveniently located close to shopping areas and tourist attractions.
1800 Cocktail reception at lower lobby bar of the Sofitel Plaza Hanoi
Dinner on own.
Tue 29Nov Hanoi.
Buffet Breakfast at hotel.
Sightseeing in Hanoi Although it is the modern-day capital of Vietnam, Hanoi still retains the mystery and charm of past centuries. Narrow lanes and traditional shophouses invite an exciting exploration by walking, while its many beautiful public spaces,
lakes, parks, tree-lined boulevards, and monuments
give the city an air of elegance and harmony with nature unique among Asian capitals.
Visit the Ho Chi Minh Memorial Complex (Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum can be viewed from the outside only).
Stroll past the HO CHI MINH MAUSOLEUM, which houses the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh. The Mausoleum is closed in the afternoons, on Mondays and Fridays, and closes annually in October and November for restoration (can only view from the outside). Continue to the PRESIDENTIAL PALACE (may be viewed from the outside only). Stroll through the park to HO CHI MINH STILT HOUSE, the simple two-room dwelling where Ho Chi Minh lived from 1958 until his final days. Preserved in the same condition as during his life, it may be viewed through the windows. Visit the miniature ONE PILLAR PAGODA. Also dating from the 11th century, this monument was rebuilt after being destroyed by the French in 1954. Today it stands near the vast HO CHI MINH MEMORIAL COMPLEX, a lovely park setting which is home to Ho Chi Minh's final resting place, as well as a museum and other memorials.
Visit the Temple of Literature: a peaceful series of walled courtyards and graceful gateways, this momument is one of the best-preserved examples of traditional Vietnamese architecture. Founded in 1070 and dedicated to Confucius, this was also the site of Vietnam's first university. In one courtyard, giant stone tortoises bear stelae on their backs, listing the accomplishments of graduating scholars.
Visit the Hanoi Hilton (Hoa Lo Prison)
Lunch on own.
Afternoon at leisure
Visit a Water Puppet Show: a fantastic art form originating in northern Vietnam, best seen in Hanoi.
Dinner on own.
Wed 30Nov Hanoi ~ Halong Bay.
Buffet Breakfast at hotel.
0830 Travel by coach along the Highway 5 across Hai Hung Province. Board
a traditional wooden Day Boat for a delicious Seafood Lunch. Enjoy a boat ride around Halong Bay, a World Heritage site, passing a maze of soaring karsts limestone towers out of the sea, similar to the ones in the Andaman Sea.
Sail past picturesque islands, floating villages, fishermen casting their nets and pearl fisheries and observe the rhythms of daily life on the bay.
Pass the islands of Trong, Mai, Am, Chen and Cong Troi (Heaven Gates). Stop at one of the islands to visit caves.
Overnight at Halong Bay at the 4-star...
Dinner on own.
Thu 01Dec Halong Bay ~ Hanoi ~ Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Buffet breakfast at hotel.
Visit Chan Thien My Humanity Center
Mid-morning return to Hanoi and transfer directly to the airport.
1510 Leave Hanoi on VIETNAM AIRLINES VN/843, Airbus A320, non-stop. Snack served. Flying time 1hr55min.
1705 Arrive Siem Reap, Cambodia
Meet & Greet and transfer to your 41/2-star...
a centrally located superior first class hotel nestled amidst 8 acres of lush tropical gardens.
1930 "Welcome to Cambodia" pool-side BBQ dinner.
Fri 02Dec In Siem Reap.
Buffet breakfast at hotel.
0800 Drive to the archaeological park and explore Angkor Wat, the finest (and largest) ancient religious structure in the world. Guided walk from
Main Entrance West to East to see how the changing shadows play on the intricate stone bas relief carvings which depict early Khmer battles and folklore.
Continue to nearby Angkor Thom, a fortified royal city built in the 12th century and home to as many as one million people during its prime. Visit Bayon, a fascinating temple of narrow corridors, steep stairs and an amazing collection of 54 towers decorated with smiling faces on each side. Also see the Elephant Terrace, Royal Palace and the Leper King Terrace.
Back to your hotel for late lunch on own.
Afternoon at leisure.
Dinner on own. Try one of the fine local restaurants in town within walking distance.
Sat 03Dec In Siem Reap.
Buffet breakfast at hotel.
0800 Morning visit to Ta Prohm where most of the dense jungle has not been cleared and looks very much as most of the Angkor monuments would have appeared when European explorers first stumbled across them in the late 19th century. Continue to the beautiful country side to see the Banteay Srei Hindu Temple dating from the 10th century. A magnificent monument of fine art and relief work.
Banteay Srei is considered to be the jewel of classical Khmer art. Because of its small size, fairy-like atmoshphere and extraordinary examples of Khmer sculpture, this temple is often a favorite of visitors.
Lunch at Rumduol Restaurant.
Balance of afternoon at leisure or explore some of the incredible shopping opportunities the wonderful people of Cambodia have to offer.
1700-1800 Bib packet distribution in the lobby of our hotel.
1830-2000 Pasta Loading Dinner at the Grand View Terrace Restaurant of your hotel.
Tuck in early!
Sun 04Dec In Siem Reap.
Race Day! The day you have been waiting for.
0500 Light breakfast items at the hotel.
0540 Early morning drive to nearby Angkor Wat Temple, the start of the Angkor Wat Marathon, Half Marathon or 10K. Traditional pre-race ceremonies before you are off to run in and round some of these ancient monuments. The race distances are well marked, and there are frequent water stations.
We will have our own KLE recovery tent with refreshments, fruits and beer. An experience to remember! Buses will return to the hotel as they fill up. Relax at the hotel's large pool this afternoon feeling exhausted, yet triumphant. A good time to take a post-race massage at the hotel.
1800-1900 "Mission Accomplished" cocktail party around the Pool Bar of the hotel, hosted by Kathy Loper.
Dinner on own. Explore another one of the fine restaurants in the hotel or in town.
Mon 05Dec Siem Reap.
Buffet breakfast at hotel.
0800 Morning Tonle Sap Lake visit with boat ride through the floating
fishermen villages, stopping at one of the local fish farms, including
a live alligator pond and live cobra.
On return drive, visit the "Les Chantiers-Ecoles" Arts and Crafts
school and training center (traditional techniques used for wood
sculpting, stone carving, lacquer work) before returning to your hotel.
Lunch on own.
Balance of afternoon at leisure.
Dinner on own.
Tue 06Dec Siem Reap ~ Phuket.
Buffet breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to airport.
0945 Leave Siem Reap on BANGKOK AIRWAYS PG/924, ATR72, snack served, 1-stop (Bangkok). Flying time 4hrs.
1345 Arrive Phuket, Thailand.
Transfer to...
Balance of afternoon at leisure to enjoy this beautiful resort.
1800 Sunset "Welcome to Phuket" cocktail on the Pier...
1900 ...followed by a Thai dinner at the resort's Kinaree Restaurant.
Wed 07Dec In Phuket.
Buffet breakfast at hotel.
Day at leisure. Take a stroll into Patong town.
Lunch and Dinner on own.
Thu 08Dec Phuket ~ Koh Yao Noi Island in the Andaman Sea.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Check out and leave your heavy baggage in the storage room during your 2-night outing to the island.
Just take along a carry-on.
0815 Leave from your hotel across the island to the Boat Lagoon Pier from where you will start a full day
SEA CANOE excursion, a fascinating canoe outing in the famous Phang Nga Bay to visit the bay's Hongs and Tidal Caves by guided sea kayak. Your escort boat is fully staffed with a captain, two boat boys, two cooks and the guides. At various islands, your guides will paddle you in and around caves and hongs. Only two guests in each custom-built kayak.
At mid-day, a sumptuous Seafood Buffet Lunch will be served aboard the escort boat.
In the late afternoon, the escort boat will drop us off on the island of Koh Yao Noi at the...
a new boutique resort on 400 meters of unspoiled sandy beach and adjacent to unique limestone rock formations.
1800 "Welcome to Phang Nga Bay" cocktail and dinner at the resort.
Fri 09Dec Koh Yao Noi Island ~ Phuket.
On Koh Yao Noi Island in Phang Nga Bay.
Join us for an early morning jog on the jungle trail.
Breakfast and dinner included at the resort.
Day at leisure. Go kayaking on your own with the resort's canoes along the edge of the island and around the unique limestone rock formations, or just hang out at this beautiful resort.
Sat 10Dec Koh Yao Noi Island - Phuket.
Breakfast at the resort.
1100 Late morning transfer by boat and coach back to your...
Afternoon at leisure.
1800 "Farewell" cocktail at the West Pool Bar of the resort.
Dinner on own.
Sun 11Dec Phuket ~ USA
Buffet breakfast at the resort.
Transfer to the airport.
Sun 11Dec Phuket ~ USA LAX
1230 Leave Phuket on Dragonair KA/213, Airbus A320, lunch served, non-stop.
2000 Arrive Hong Kong (change planes).
2345 Leave Hong Kong on CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYS CX/880, Boeing 777-300, late night dinner and breakfast served, non-stop.
Cross the International Dateline, gain one calendar day.
2015 Arrive Los Angeles LAX. |
Sun 11Dec Phuket ~ USA JFK
1230 Leave Phuket on Dragonair KA/213, Airbus A320, lunch served, non-stop.
2000 Arrive HKG (change planes)
Mon 12Dec ~ USA JFK
0100 Leave HKG on CX/888 (gain one calendar day)
0600 Arrive JFK |
The end of another K&K overseas running adventure!
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