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Vietnam & Cambodia with Angkor Wat - Ancient Kingdoms of Southeast Asia!
Phoenix Airport, 3400 Sky Harbor Road, Phoenix, AZ, USA Meetup trip in December . . . what can be a better gift for the holidays?! Join our travelers group on a captivating 14-day journey through the heart of Southeast Asia as we explore the vibrant cultures and breathtaking landscapes of Vietnam & Cambodia (Dec 04-18, 2026)
As with all our tailor-made Meetup trips, our expert guides will lead us off the beaten path to uncover the authentic charm of each destination, while comfortable accommodations and delicious local cuisine ensure a truly immersive travel experience. Embark on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant cities and breathtaking landscapes of Vietnam, finishing with the wonders of Cambodia.
We begin in Hanoi, where history and culture come alive, then sail the emerald waters of Halong Bay. Step back in time among the imperial treasures of Hue, wander the lantern-lit streets of charming Hoi An, and feel the dynamic energy of Ho Chi Minh City. We conclude your adventure at the awe-inspiring temples of Siem Reap, home to the legendary Angkor Wat.
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:
- Hanoi; explore Ho Chi Minh sites, Temple of Literature, Old Quarter cyclo ride & water puppet show
- Visit rural craft villages: conical hat & incense making, home-hosted lunch, village walk
- Ha Long Bay cruise: limestone islands, floating villages, cave visit, Tai Chi & sunset views
- Hue: Perfume River boat ride, Thien Mu Pagoda, Khai Dinh’s Tomb & Imperial Citadel
- Scenic Hai Van Pass train to Danang; explore Dragon Bridge, Cham Museum, Marble Mountain
- Hoi An Ancient Town (UNESCO), visit tailor shops, pottery village & organic farm with cooking class
- Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels; War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace & Ben Thanh Market
- Mekong Delta cruise: coconut workshops, sampan ride, orchards & lunch in riverside village
- Siem Reap: dinner with Apsara dance, Angkor temples (Ta Prohm, Bayon, Angkor Wat)
- Cambodian cultural immersion: monk blessing, village crafts & cooking, Tonle Sap Lake sunset cruise
For a detailed Day By Day itinerary: Click Here to fill out our info request form
Trip Itinerary:
- Hanoi – 3 nights
- Ha Long Bay (cruise) – 1 night
- Hue – 2 nights
- Hoi An – 2 nights
- Ho Chi Minh City – 3 nights
- Siem Reap – 3 nights
Price per person, double occupancy: $4400
(we match roommates for those willing to share and save)
Price for single room: $5300RSVP with your email address to receive complete information and itinerary. To secure your spot on this trip, please submit a $450 deposit.
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Deposit is refundable up to 90 days before the departure (less PayPal fees)
Fill Out this FORM if you are making a deposit
Limited capacity of 24 total. This trip will fill up extremely quickly.***Airfare from/to the US not included. Contact Anna for a quote***
Click Here to Message Direct to Anna.
She can help you arrange the airfare and answer any logistics questions.We believe in good decent social. This events is cross posted to several other groups and the number of RSVPs on each is not reflective. We have a set of sister groups where we post our local free, local/regional camping, and our overseas events too.
Click Here to see all our other fun eventsWe do a monthly Zoom with Q & A on all our overseas events.
Come to the zoom and ask any questions. Great way to get the info you want without all the other fluff. As well as meet us and other attendees.Click here for General Policies and useful info about our international trips.
Live the adventure instead of only dreaming it!
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Awesome NYE Camping: Calcite Mine Slot Canyons, Galeta Meadows, Font's Point.
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, California, USA, California, CA, USThis is easy camping, moderate hiking and a culture vulture tour all in one! AND Meteor Showers AND Night Photography opportunities.
This event is ALSO a NYE Alternative festivity or gathering. A more sedate appreciation of the world and the people in it. Celebrated together around a campfire.
The itinerary
Thu, Dec 31:
- Arrive when you can (anytime after 2PM)
- After sunset . . . Galeta Meadows at night.
- NYE at midnight.
- Quadrantids Meteor Shower before and after.
Fri, Jan 1:
Sunrise at Font's Pont for the ambitious
Hikes at Calcite Mine Slot Complex
Galeta Meadows (in the daylight)
Font's Point in the late afternoon (for those that missed it)Sat, Jan 2
Two Options . . .
For those with a 4X4 . . . Sandstone Canyon and Arroyo Tapiado
OR
For those who want a good hard hike . . . Goat Canyon Trestle Bridge . . . The worlds largest wooden trestle railroad bridge that is also semi abandoned.
A third option is Ladder Canyon/Painted Canyon (Slot Canyons)Sun, Jan 3 (on the way home)
Obsidian Buttes
Mud Volcanoes
Salvation Mtn
East Jesus
Bombay Beach
The Dinos at Cabazon.We will pack in a LOT!!!
"The Slot" A short but AWESOME hike
and (the slow version)
Galleta Meadows in Anza-Borrego
Font's Point (this is optional)
This vid shows The Slot and a lot of Font's Point The whole flat lakebed parts we are not going toI also suggest you just google "Font's Point Sunrise" in google images.
Cost? $105 Per Person.
- Payment Link (click the payment link to take care of payment)
You do not need a paypal to use the link. You can use any credit or debit card. Click continue as guest.
Mainly this will be what is called Tent Camping or Car Camping.
Meaning most folks will be in tents and our cars are parked nearby and easily accessible. Thus you can bring lots of gear easily.You do bring your own tent, sleeping gear and food.
This way it's the kind of food you like and you can make meals when you wish. Also . . . the logistics of us providing tents and food and making meals would fill up a cargo truck.What are you providing?
- We will be providing tons of of hardwood firewood.
- Stove Burner for community use.
- Hot water for instant meals and teas.
- The site for up to three nights camping.
- Leading Activities/Schedule
- The social
- The campfire time
- The meetup
What are the restrooms and showers? Is there electricity?
Use your car to charge your phone.
There will be flush restrooms and coin-op showersIs this dog friendly? Yes. Dogs OK on the trail (mostly).
Is this kid friendly? Yes.
To attend this event:
- RSVP on this event. (then)
- Payment Link (click the payment link to take care of payment)(then)
- Click Here and fill out our google form
You can also fill out the form if only interested and want to stay in the loop.
Got questions?
Click Here to send a Direct Message to Marc (screen name Oddie)
and/or
Click Here for our Local Camping Zoom Q & A (once a month) 7:30 PM
Meet others attending, be social. Come to the zoom and ask any questions about the event.
Also:- General Policies Including: Notice of Non-Discrimination, General Refunds Policy, Cancelation Policies as well as General Liability and Safety Policies/Procedures/Practices
- Carpool info
- Newbie Camping Advice All things GEAR
- Newbie Camping Advice All things FOOD
Main Event Link
Pix from a previous time we went
AND lastly:
To see and join our other eventsQ What about food?
Fri eve is a Potluck as people arrive as they arrive. People will arrive to midnight even. Late is OKQ Carpools How does this carpool thing work?
A When you sign up your info is taken. 1 week before the event carpool info will go out all as a matrix and matching is done then.Q I don't camp OR I have not camped OR I am a newbie camper. Is this a good start?
A YES!!!! Car is steps from the site. Site is flat and without rocks. Plenty people there to help and be company. Clean bathrooms with flush toilets and running water and even showers!!Q I want to come but don't have a friend to come with.
A Most folks come on their own. After all it is a meetup. You will feel right at home with a good bunch of good people enjoying the stunning outdoors and adventure.Q I want to do the hiking but not the cultural wasteland stuff.
A That's OK.TERMS
Payment is Refundable (less any fees) if you cancel more than 2 weeks before the event. Under 2 weeks and credit given for future event.Rain and Weather: The canyon hikes are carved by water. Rain will reschedule.
Notice of Non-Discrimination: On our event we do not discriminate by Age, Gender, Gender Preference, Ethnicity, National Origin, Race, Color, Religion. This is NOT true of all organizers or all groups. Some overtly or secretly limit, exclude, discriminate.
We do not discriminate by age, gender, gender preference, ethnicity, race, color, national origin, disability or family status.We believe in good decent social. We have a set of sister groups we post our local free, local/regional camping, and our overseas events to.
We welcome all . . . And that includes you.
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