Overview
Hmmm. Probably our favourite event. I don’t know – they are all amazing, but I (Tom) have always loved India ever since I caught malaria there back in 1993. From the most amazing home in Delhi of the majestic and colonial Maidens Hotel, to exploring the back streets of Old Delhi by bike as the city wakes up; visiting ShikshaRath slum school, and the heading to the foothills of the Himalaya. Exploring the region, enjoying some challenges and then heading in to the mountains, trekking through rhododendron forests and towards the mighty peaks. This just has a bit for everyone.
Adventurers arrive at Ho Chi Min Airport and escorted with your fellow escapaholics by your hosts, to your hotel, downtown.
We will spend the day and evening relaxing, informal site-seeing, and taking in this vibrant city, with welcome drinks and dinner.
Ho Chi Min (still Saigon to many locals) is vibrant, fun and friendly. Enjoy markets, chaos (escapaholics love chaos) and learn about the history of the country, Saigon city and the Vietnam War (known as the American War in Vietnam.) Enjoy the sites, followed by an evening moped tour of the city, introducing our adventurers to the culinary delights of Vietnam Cuisine.
Hue
A morning flight to Hue – this ancient citadel nestled on the Perfume River. We will take in the mazing ruins of this historic capital, enjoy the sights along the river, bustling markets and delicious food. We head out into the surrounding countryside, accompanied by a few pointless challenges, pedalling through the forests, visiting ancient citadels, along quiet lanes, returning to Hue for a ‘Sundowner.’
Phong Nha
Located in the beautiful limestone karst region of central Vietnam, surrounded by impenetrable jungle, we head in-land. With sightseeing on the way including the Viet-Cong tunnels used during the war, we arrive at the small town of Phong Nha, on the banks of Son River. Stunningly located, surrounded by rocky peaks we explore the local area before an adventure briefing, ready to head into the jungle.
Jungle Trek
The trekking stage over 3 days and 2 nights takes adventurers through jungle paths, sink holes and an underground world of sunken rivers, stalactites and stalagmites, emerging occasionally into jungle valleys. An unbelievable and truely unforgettable experience, with the occasional ubiquitous escaspaholics challenges; swimming climbing, crawling, abseiling, all washed down with some local rice wine.
Return to Ho Chi Min – relax by the pool, or tour the city and markets for some last minute shopping.
Celebrations, final dinner and awards ceremony.
Flights home at various times during the day, enjoying Hotel until departure.
What you can expect
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Things to keep in mind
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