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Vietnam Charity Trek
17th - 26th October 2012
Deposit: £349
Sponsorship level: £3,400
The diversity and beauty of Vietnam cannot be forgotten. From mountain passes to
traditional minority tribes to breathtaking views it is impossible not to fall
in love with this country.
For those of you seeking a challenge of a lifetime, Vietnam won't fail to leave
an indelible mark on you and will provide you with memories that will last
forever!
The following itinerary gives you a brief taste of the challenge ahead but for
more detailed information please do not hesitate to contact one of the Overseas
Team on 020 7424 5511 who will be delighted to help you!
Day 1
Depart UK
Day 2
Hanoi
Depending on flight times there will be time to explore the historic capital
that is Hanoi before trip briefing.
Day 3
Hanoi Mai Chau valley trek
Transfer to beautiful Hoa Binh Province, located in the mountainous area south
east of Hanoi. Short trek passing through many picturesque villages and lush
paddy fields to a quaint village, this will be a good start to our challenge!
Day 4
Mai Chau Ban Te Bao La Ban Buoc
Climb to the villages of Na Mo and Na meo, home to white Thai minority people.
Hiking on narrow trails alongside a river and across rice terraces, bamboo
gardens before arriving in Buoc village.
Day 5
Ban Buoc - Van Mai Co Luong Pu Luong Nature Reserve
Trek to the village of Van Mai. Longboat down the majestic Ma River for a
picturesque boat journey of approximately 1 hour. Hike to Sai Village. Stay at
a ecotourism home-stay.
Day 6
Nature reserve trek
Challenging day on an old disused unpaved French road involving some steep
climbs. Round trip to a newly discovered cave protected by the Forest rangers,
due to the delicate ecosystem.
Day 7
Pu Luong market trek
Challenging but glorious downhill hike this morning which takes us to the
Nature Reserves only market. Climb to Hin village and our final home-stay of
the trip.
Day 8
Pu luong Nature reserve - Hanoi
Early start as we trek along the ridge top of the mountain range and descend
into the valley and out of the National Park. Transfer back to hustle and
bustle of Hanoi and celebrations!
Day 9
Hanoi
Free to explore Hanoi and everything it has to offer before we head to the
airport and our flight home.
Day 10
Hanoi UK
Arrive London.
Vietnam is one of the world's most fascinating countries - explore it with
Skyline Overseas and discover it in the best way possible - on foot!
There are a limited number of places available on our next Vietnam Trek.
Enquire about availability on the Vietnam trek now!
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Skyline Events are acting as agents for the tour operator (ATOL number 10069)
Is the trip for me?
Yes! People of all ages and from all walks of life take part in this fantastic
challenge and what everyone has in common is the desire to do something amazing
for a great cause! Some people come with friends or family but most people
won't know anyone else on the trip so it's a great opportunity to make new
friends!
How fit do I need to be?
Most people will be just like you, however if you want to get the very best out
of the trip it's imperative that you train. Once you have reserved your place
on the trip we will give you training hints and tips
How much do I have to raise?
3,400
Will I be able to raise the sponsorship level?
YES! Once you have started you will find that raising the minimum sponsorship
is easy and most importantly fun! We will provide you with a breakdown of
examples of how to raise the sponsorship money in an enjoyable way and we will
of course be available every day to help you with more ideas! You are doing
something quite simply amazing so make sure you tell everyone you know, and
before you know it you will be racing towards your fundraising target!
What deposit do I have to pay?
349
Can I extend my trip?
Yes! For a nominal registration fee your flight can be extended (subject to
availability). This will give you the opportunity to discover more of this
amazing country independently
Will you help me?
YES! One of our highly experienced tour reps will be on hand to help you in the
lead up to the event. You will be sent a full confirmation pack shortly after
you register on the event which will give you all the information you need but
we are always here to make the event as enjoyable and hassle free as possible!
And there will even be the opportunity to meet your fellow participants at a
special gathering before the event!
What is the food like?
We'll enjoy traditional Vietnamese cuisine. Vegetarian diets can be catered for
What do I need to bring?
No specialist kit is required although you will need a good pair of walking
boots. We will send you a full packing list when you register
What will happen to my luggage during trekking days?
Your luggage will be carried separately in one of the support vehicles. You'll
just need to carry those essentials like water, sun tan lotion and a camera!
How many people can take part?
The average group size is about 20 people although this does vary considerably
from trip to trip
What type of accommodation will I be staying in?
2-3* hotels and local homestays
What's included in the cost?
Flights and all internal travel, accommodation, all food on trekking days,
water, refreshments, guides, a doctor and medical support
Is there an age restriction?
You will need to be over 18 but there is no upper age limit. If you are over 65
will just need to get a medical form signed by your doctor.
What about insurance?
You must have travel insurance cover in order to participate in this challenge.
You can either arrange this yourself (as long as your insurance company is
aware of the nature of what you are doing and that it is a charity event) or we
can help you arrange this.
How do I book my place?
As soon as possible! Simply
click here to book online - places are extremely limited and get
snapped up quickly so to avoid disappointment sign up today and don't miss out!
Location: Vietnam
Registration Fee: 349
Sponsorship Level: 3,400
Enquire about availability
NOW! Some places still remain
| Your Vietnam trek takes place: |
17th - 26th October 2012
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| Book now for a deposit of just: |
£349 |
| Additional sponsorship to raise: |
£3,400 |
| Number of days: |
10 days(9 nights) |
| Accommodation: |
Ranges from western style hotels to basic
hostels and farmers' houses: they are basic but clean and extremely friendly. |
| Temperature: |
Usually 21-27C at this time of year and can be
quite hot and humid. |
| Whats included: |
Flights and all interval travel, accommodation,
all food on trekking days, water, refreshments, guides, a doctor and medical
support. |
Choosing Your Charity
We want to make choosing a charity as simple as possible for you. With so many
different charities out there you might not have a clear idea of who is going
to benefit from all of your time and effort.
Here at SkylineOverseas we work with hundreds of UK based charities on our
charity treks and bike rides, simply take a look at our list there is
definitely plenty of choice!
Category
Charity
Full List
Weve given you a few examples of our most popular charities below to help you
decide but should you have a cause that is close to you or know of a cause that
you havent seen in our charity list then we can certainly contact them on your
behalf and arrange everything for you.
Some of the popular charities people with us chose to support include: (click
on a link to order your free information pack now)
Breast Cancer Care
Institute of Cancer Research
Kidney Research UK
Leukaemia Care
Marie Curie Cancer Care
Make a Wish Foundation
Meningitis Trust
or
Your Local Hospice
With so much choice making a decision can take some time which is also why you
are able to order a free information pack on your chosen event and then decide
which charity to raise money for when you book.
Or
There are a limited number of places available on our next Vietnam Trek,
further dates maybe available so please call us for details.