Escorted Battlefield Tour: The Anzac Footsteps In Southeast Asia
Escorted Battlefield Tour: The Anzac Footsteps In Southeast Asia
10 Days Starting in Sandakan, Malaysia and ending in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Visiting: Sandakan, Ho Chi Minh City, Vung Tau, Mekong Delta
Tour operator:
Tour code:
11DBFSEA
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 16
Age range:
35-70
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
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Activities:
Tour Overview
On this 10-day escorted battlefield tour, you will follow the ANZAC footsteps in Borneo (Malaysia) and Vietnam. Whether you are a veteran, family of a veteran, or simply someone who wish to learn more about this important chapter of recent history, this will be a memorable tour for you.Pay tribute to the fallen soldiers at Sandakan Memorial Park, before you travel to Vietnam and explore the major battlefields fought by the ANZAC during the Vietnam War. Explore Cu Chi Tunnels, Minh Dam Secret Zone, Long Tan, Nui Dat, then commemorate the fallen Australian at Long Tan Cross.End your tour with a visit to the tranquil Mekong Delta.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Sandakan Arrival (D)
Location: Sandakan
Accommodation Name: 4-star Hotel In Central Location
Meals Included: Dinner
On your arrival at Sandakan Airport, your local English-speaking guide and driver will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel. Your evening is at leisure.Tonight, enjoy a Welcome Dinner.Overnight in Sandakan.
Day 2 : Sandakan Memorial Park & Wreath Laying Ceremony (B,D)
Location: Sandakan
Accommodation Name: 4-star Hotel In Central Location
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, visit the Sandakan Memorial Park. Learn this history of World War II in Sabah, and witness the wartime relics and remains. We will have a private wreath-laying ceremony at the Park.
Day 3 : Sandakan - Sepilok - Sankan (B,L)
Location: Sandakan
Accommodation Name: 4-star Hotel In Central Location
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel & will depart for a 30 minute drive to Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre. At this Centre, observe man’s closest relative “the Orang Utan” being rehabilitated to return to their natural habitat in the wild and experience a walk in the Tropical Lowland Dipterocarp Forest of Borneo. Witness the feeding of Orang Utan at 1000hrs at the feeding platform and proceed to the Orang Utan Nursery.Later, continue to the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre. The Centre has managed to improve the living conditions of the rescued sun bear and release their natural behaviour in the 2.5ha enclosed forest.After lunch, you will be transferred back to Sandakan. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.
Day 4 : Sandkan - Ho Chi Minh City (B,D)
Location: Ho Chi Minh City
Accommodation Name: 4-star Hotel In Central Location
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy your morning in Sandakan at leisure. Then take an international flight to Ho Chi Minh City (via Kuala Lumpur).On arrival in Ho Chi Minh City, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel. In the evening, join a welcome dinner on a fascinating dinner cruise along the Saigon River.
Day 5 : Cu Chi Tunnels Day Tour (B,L)
Location: Ho Chi Minh City
Accommodation Name: 4-star Hotel In Central Location
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
In the morning, you will be picked up at your hotel for a sightseeing tour to Cu Chi Tunnels. Explore the infamous Cu Chi Tunnel, an immense network of underground tunnels used by the Vietcong as a military base.
Day 6 : Ho Chi Minh City Morning Tour - Transfer To Vung Tau (B,L,D)
Location: Ho Chi Minh City
Accommodation Name: 4-star Hotel In Central Location
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
In the morning, you will visit the major sights of Ho Chi Minh City including the Reunification Palace, War Remnant Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, Old Post Office and Ben Thanh Market. After lunch, you will travel to the seaside town of Vung Tau. Check in and enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.
Day 7 : Long Tan Nui Dat Day Tour (B,L,D)
Location: Vung Tau
Accommodation Name: 4-star Hotel In Central Location
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today you'll learn about the battle of Long Tan where the Australian (ANZAC) military engaged in the Vietnam War.Visit important sites from the battle including Long Tan Cross, the Long Phuoc tunnels, Horseshoe FSB, and Nui Dat (SAS hill).Return to your hotel in Vung Tau to freshen up before enjoying your included dinner.Overnight in Vung Tau.
Day 8 : Minh Dam Secret Zone - Mekong Delta (B,L,D)
Location: Mekong Delta
Accommodation Name: 4-star Riverside Lodge in Mekong Delta
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today you will visit some major sites from the Vietnam War, before transferring to the tranquil Mekong Delta. During the war Long Hai Hill, known as Minh Dam secret zone, was the Viet Cong's base area. This area was the major battlefield between the Viet Cong and Australian diggers.You'll then travel to the Mekong Delta (4 hour drive). Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.Overnight in Mekong Delta
Day 9 : Mekong Delta (B,L,D)
Location: Mekong Delta
Accommodation Name: 4-star Riverside Lodge in Mekong Delta
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
During your stay in the Mekong Delta area you will visit the Cao Dai Temple, Cai Be Cathedral; handicraft workshops of rice paste, coconut candies, pop-rice, pop-corn and Ba Kiet ancient house. You will also visit local schoolsEnjoy lunch and dinner at local restaurants.Today's activities could include: cycling to a handicraft village, experience in making handbags, rice papers; cooking class at hotel.Overnight in the Mekong Delta area hotel.
Day 10 : Mekong Delta - Ho Chi Minh City - Departure (B,L)
Location: Ho Chi Minh City
Accommodation Name: 4-star Hotel In Central Location
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
This morning you will visit Cai Be floating markets, and take a row boat along the canals, seeing the daily local life. Check out after lunch then back to Ho Chi Minh City in the early afternoon. You will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight. We recommend late afternoon/evening flight.
What's Included
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First-Class Service
24/7 local assistance and travel guidanceAirport Meet-and-Greet welcome service with the local tour guideEscorted Group with an experienced tour leaderSmall group with a maximum of 16 guestsA unique "local-host" experience exclusively offered by Tweet World TravelComplimentary one-way Chauffeur-drive from your home to the airport within a 35 km radius*
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Visas
Vietnam Visa
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Flights
International flight within tour with full service airlinesFlight: Sandakan to Kuala LumpurFlight: Kuala Lumpur Ho Chi Minh CityFlight in Economy Class with 20kg luggage allowance (optional upgrade to Business Class at additional cost)
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Accommodation
Stay 7 nights in excellent 4-star and 4-star plus hotels in central location with daily breakfastStay 2 nights at a 4-star riverside lodge in Mekong Delta
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Transportation
Arrival and departure airport transfers in private air-conditioned vehiclesAll touring in air-conditioned vehiclesLocally based professional drivers
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Sightseeing
All entrance fees at sights & monumentsAll local government fees & taxComprehensive sightseeing as per itinerary
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Tour Guide & Tour Leader
English-speaking local tour guides who live and breathe the destination – they will bring your itinerary to lifeFor a group of more than 10 people, on top of local tour guides, we will provide an experienced tour director. He or she will oversee your entire journey, accompany you every day and connect you to the people, places, and encounters in a way you will never forget.
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Meals
A Unique & Varied Dining ExperienceWelcome DinnerFull Breakfast Daily (B=9)Lunch (L=7) and Dinner (D=7) as per itinerary
What's Not Included
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Personal Expenses
Items of a personal nature such as laundry, drinks, and telephone calls are not included.
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Optional Tours and Activities
Any optional tours or activities not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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Tips and Gratuities
Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.
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Visa Fees
Any visa fees not mentioned in the inclusions are not included.
Mode of Transport
Experience private airport transfers and all touring in air-conditioned vehicles with locally based professional drivers, ensuring comfort and convenience throughout your journey.
Accommodation
Stay 7 nights in excellent 4-star and 4-star plus hotels in central locations with daily breakfast, and enjoy 2 nights at a 4-star riverside lodge in the Mekong Delta.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of wildlife can I expect to see on this tour?
During the tour, you will have the opportunity to see unique Borneo wildlife such as orangutans, proboscis monkeys, and sun bears, especially during your visit to the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre and the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre.
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What is the group size for this tour?
The tour is conducted in small groups with a maximum of 16 passengers per vehicle, ensuring a more personalized and intimate experience.
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Are there any special ceremonies included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes a private wreath-laying ceremony at the Sandakan Memorial Park to pay tribute to the ANZAC prisoners from World War II.
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What kind of cultural experiences are included in the tour?
The tour offers a unique 'local host' experience, local musical and dance performances in the Mekong Delta, and visits to local schools and handicraft workshops, providing meaningful interactions with local people.
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What meals are included during the tour?
The tour includes a welcome and farewell dinner, daily breakfast, select lunches, and dinners as per the itinerary, offering a unique and varied dining experience.
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Is there any special transportation provided during the tour?
Yes, the tour includes arrival and departure airport transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles, all touring in air-conditioned vehicles, and an international flight from Sandakan to Ho Chi Minh City.
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What historical sites will be visited during the tour?
The tour includes visits to key Australian sites and battlefields from the Vietnam War, the Cu Chi Tunnels, and the Sandakan Memorial Park, among other historical locations.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Founded in 2012, the Tweet World Travel Group is an Australian-owned corporation and one of the country's leading wholesalers for Worldwide River Cruises, Tour Operators, and Travel Technology Providers. With headquarters in Adelaide, South Australia, the company has a wide reach, with local operational offices throughout Asia.
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Are there any health requirements or vaccinations needed for the tour?
Ensuring your health and well-being during your tour is of utmost importance to us. Many destinations may have specific health requirements or recommended vaccinations to help protect both you and the local population from potential health risks. To determine the health requirements or vaccinations needed for your chosen tour destination, we strongly advise consulting with a medical professional or a travel health clinic. They have access to the latest information about health risks in different regions and can provide personalized recommendations based on your medical history and the specific areas you plan to visit. Additionally, some countries may require proof of certain vaccinations, such as yellow fever, before granting entry. It's essential to research and adhere to these requirements to ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. If you have any concerns or questions about health requirements for your upcoming tour, feel free to reach out to our team. While we can offer general guidance, we always recommend consulting with a medical professional for personalized health advice tailored to your needs and travel plans. Your health and safety are paramount, and we want to ensure that you're well-prepared and informed before embarking on your journey.
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Tweet World Travel requires a minimum deposit of 30% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 65 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of tweet world travel charges.
Up to 65 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 64 days before tour starts: Forfeit 55% of booking price.
At 39 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.