6-Day Trek (艰苦跋涉) in the Highland National Parks

Destinations: Saigon—Cat Tien National Park—Buon Ma Thuot—Lak Lake—YokDon National Park

Estimated trekking time: Average 4-5 hours／day

Summary: This trip is ideal for those who love trekking in natural forests. From the southern part of Vietnam up to the central highlands, you will cross through two national parks. There will be opportunities to see wildlife and challenge yourself physically at a moderate (中等的) level.

Indulge yourself in the beauty of nature, escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, rediscover yourself in the natural world and refresh both mind and body.

Highlights:

1) Private tour

2) Walk through the forest to a fascinating and beautiful wetland area. If you are lucky, you may be able to see many different kinds of animals using only binoculars (双筒望远镜).

3) Night time wildlife-spotting excursion (远足)

4) Elephant riding

Includes:

1) Travel insurance

2) Private transportation

3) English-speaking guide

4) Guest house-twin shared room

5) Meals as indicated in the itinerary

6) Elephants

7) Canoe

8) Mineral water

9) Entrance fees & all permits

Excludes:

1) Surcharges for other guides in other languages, festival season and peak season surcharges, which will be advised at time of booking

2) Visa

3) Gong show (80 USD／show)

4) Tips

5) Personal expenses

1.During the tour, visitors will trek through _______ national parks.

A．2                B．3                C．4                D．5

2.In the forest, tourists will be able to _______.

A．ride elephants                         B．have barbeques with natives

C．play with wild animals                    D．race in canoes

3.Visitors may have to pay extra fees for _______.

A．permits                               B．a Gong show

C．meals and water                        D．an English-speaking guide

4.This advertisement is especially for visitors _______.

A．from other countries

B．who love wildlife

C．who enjoy country life

D．interested in hiking in forests

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