Colors of Vietnam Tour 8 Days
This 8 days Vietnam trip delivers the essential Vietnamese destinations for budget-conscious travelers or those who have a limited amount of time. All of the historical, cultural and natural "must-see" attractions are visited, including an overnight train journey, as the tour makes its way from north to south. This is an ideal trip to take in the very essence of Vietnam and can easily be taken in conjunction with an extended holiday or seaside vacation along the beach coast of south-central Vietnam.
Highlights
Explore Hanoi - The charming, historical centre and its French provincial influences
Visit Halong Bay with the stunning beauty of the 3,000 islets of the Gulf of Tonkin
Enjoy Hoi An - the charming UNESCO World Heritage-listed site
Discover Ho Chi Minh City - Vietnam’s most cosmopolitan and vibrant city
8 Days exploring Vietnam highlights from North to South
Learn the fascinating history of Vietnam
Trip map & itinerary
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Upon arrival in Hanoi, Dream Travel’s guide welcomes you at the airport then escorts to your hotel in Hanoi. Welcome dinner at the restaurant. Overnight at proposed hotel.
Breakfast at your hotel. Wait at the lobby for our driver and tour guide to pick you up
10:30: You will visit the Khai Dinh tomb, final resting place of a Nguyen Emperor. Admire the tomb’s unique architectural design and learn more about many myths and legends that surround this controversial emperor.
12:00: Having local lunch and rest at restaurant (willing to prepare veg dishes in tour for guests)
13:00: You will continue visiting Hue imperial city – the palace of 13 Nguyen Kings with Ngo Mon Gate, Library, Thai Hoa palace, Nine Dynastic Urns, and so on. Then, group will visit Thien Mu pagoda associated with culture and history of Hue.
14:45: Leave the Citadel for Thien Mu pagoda, associated with culture and history of Hue. It is an active Buddhist monastery, and admire its incomes 7-story pagoda, the unofficial symbol of the city. There, fragrant incense smoke fills the air all the long day, making the praying for blessing clam and peaceful. Thanks to its high position upward a charming curve of Perfume River, the pagoda offers a mind-boggling view of both the flow and the surrounding areas. Covered with pine trees, bonsai and delicate manmade pond, this religious site brings about a peaceful feeling which is hard to find anywhere else.
15:30: Return Car. Driver & Tour guide will transfer you to your hotel
Breakfast at the hotel. Our driver will come to pick you up then transfer to Hue train station for the one to Danang. Arrive in Danang then you will be picked up by our driver and tour guide. Meet our team at the meeting point for today’s schedule
13:30 - 14:00: We will pick you up at the rendezvous, and start visiting Linh Ung Pagoda on Son Tra Peninsula with the 67-meter statue of Guan Yin Buddha - the highest Guan Yin statue in Vietnam currently. This is the best place for you to take panorama pictures of Da Nang city and the sea together.
15:10: Continue to visit the Non-Nuoc Village at the foot of the Marble Mountains. The village is famous for stone sculptures and handicrafts. Here you can admire many works of art made from stone and marble by the local artists.
Not only visiting Non-Nuoc Village but also visiting caves in Marble Mountain, you will have a chance to explore beautiful caves that are made from nature. Climbing inside caves, you will enjoy the fresh air and majestic caves.
16:45: Saying goodbye to Marble Mountains and the Non-Nuoc village, we will go to Hoi An ancient town.
Arriving at Hoi An, we will walk around this town, visit the ancient houses, ancient assembly halls, ancestral temples, and the symbol of Hoi An, Japanese Bridge Pagoda... In Hoi An, everything is preserved as they were hundreds of years ago.
At night time, Hoi An shows its beauty with colorful lanterns hung all around the town, and in the night market, where you can buy various kinds of souvenirs. You will have some free time to visit the night market there.
19:00: Enjoy local foods in Hoi An is a nice experience.
20:00 - 21:00: After the meal, transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Hoi An.
Breakfast at your hotel.
07:30 - 08:30: We pick you up at the hotel and start to visit Ba Na Hills – Queen Mountain, also known as the second Da Lat/ Sapa in Central Vietnam. The beautiful weather here is always cool.
09:30: You will be carried to the peak by cable car system that won 4 World Records (longest one-wire sling; the longest distance between each station; the longest unpatched wire; and finally, the heaviest cable roll), admire the epic view and enjoy the fresh air here.
10:00: Explore Golden Bridge, sits 1,400 meters above sea level, an altitude that creates the illusion of a silk strip hiding in the clouds above Da Nang.
10:30: Walking around and taking photos at Le Jardin D’Amour (the Flower Garden of Love), Linh Ung Pagoda, with 27m – height Shakyamuni statue on 6m – height lotus brings tourists a peaceful feeling as visiting this place. Enjoy the panorama of Da Nang city.
11:15: The next destination of your trip in Ba Na is French Village.
11:30: You will take a rest and have a buffet as lunch in the Restaurant, with more than 100 Asian and European delicious dishes.
After lunch, you can experience many thrilling rides and games such as water slide-way, love wheel, fire race and ghosts’ house in Fantasy Park – the world-class indoor amusement park. You can also buy the entrance ticket by yourself to visit the unique Wax Museum and Wine Cellar in Vietnam.
14:00: You will feel free to visit the holy places in Ba Na: the Linh Tu Temple, the Temple of Mother Nature, the Belfry, the Phong Tu Tower, or the French village. From this area, all the sceneries of Ba Na – Quang Nam’s nature is below your feet.
15:00 - 15:30: We say goodbye to Ba Na and get back to the cable car station and return to Danang.
Transfer to Danang airport and take the flight to Ho Chi Minh City.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Take the morning trip to visit Independence Palace, also known at the Reunification palace, was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu. Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office. Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of the both the Indochina wars.
Have lunch at local restaurant.
Depart for Cu Chi tunnel, the trip will take approximately one and a half hours bus driving. Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction followed by introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the war time. Then, spend your time to explore the remaining area and tunnel systems which included the special constructed living areas with kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purpose during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served.
Break time for relax or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun. Return to Saigon. End trip.
Free at leisure until time to transfer to the airport for the flight back home
Important Notes:
PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
Price & Inclusion
01 January 2024 - 31 December 2024 | |
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Superior (3*) |
US
$725
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First Class (4*) |
US
$820
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Luxury (5*) |
US
$1230
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- *All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
- Small group tour available (max 10 guests): HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
- Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request
Inclusions
Meals
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 1 dinnerAccommodation
1 night on train and 7 nights on hotelIncluded Services
- 6 nights hotel accommodation on a twin-share basic with daily breakfast
- 01-overnight on the train Hanoi to Hue (soft sleeper bed, air-conditioned cabin, 4 beds/cabin)
- Flights as specific (economy class): Danang – Saigon
- Meals as described in the itineraries: 7 Breakfasts, 06 Lunches, 01 Highlight Dinner
- All transfers within the tour by air-conditioned vehicle, including pick-up and drop-off at airports on arrival and departure days (without guide).
- Boat trips in Halong Bay and Hue
- All entrance and sightseeing fees
- English speaking guide (other languages available upon request)
- Approval letter for landing visa to Vietnam: single entry, one month valid
Exclusions
- International airfare to Vietnam
- Beverages and other meals do not indicate in the program
- Visa fees to Vietnam
- Early check-in and late check-out at all hotels
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, shopping...)
- Single room
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation received before 60 days: FREE of charge
Cancellation received from 30 days to 59 days prior arrival date: 10% of total rate
Cancellation received from 15 days to 29 days prior arrival date: 30% of total rate
Cancellation received from 7 days to 14 days prior arrival date: 50% of total rate
Cancellation received less than 7 days prior arrival date or No show: 100% of total rate
Children Policy
Children under 04 years old: free of charge if sharing a bed with parents
Children above 04 - under 10 years old: 75% adult rate, sharing a bed with parents
Children from 10 years old and above are considered as adults
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Day 1:Arrive in Hanoi
Vietnamese Water Puppet Show is a traditional folk art which dates back several centuries. Watching the exceptional show with the puppet moving through water by the skillful puppeters will be a special way to discover the ancient art and the countryside stories in your holiday in Hanoi. The authentic Vietnamese Water Puppet Show will take you through Southeast Asia’s wet-rice culture, a good insight to farming and historical legends with colorful animated puppet and rhythmic melody from traditional instruments.
Day 2:Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hanoi
Cruising around Halong Bay on a day tour is an unforgettable experience. You will get to see some of the most stunning scenery in the world, including towering limestone karsts, emerald green waters, and hidden caves. You can also take part in activities such as swimming, kayaking, and hiking.
Day 3:Hanoi City Tour - Hue
Referring to Hanoi, many people will think of the ancient features of the old town and historical sites in many feudal eras. But not stopping there, Hanoi also has the rhythm of a city that is developing day by day. Cultural beauty, combined with youthful features and rhythm, contribute to creating a colorful Hanoi, enough to attract any location. With a history of more than 1000 years, these tourist attractions will bring you many interesting experiences. Hanoi's delicious dishes will be one of the things that you cannot miss when coming to Hanoi. Because, each land has its own culinary beauty and unique flavor that creates the soul of that place. Hanoi is the same, here there are many delicious and unique dishes that create the unique beauty of Ha Thanh that cannot be confused.
Day 4:Hue City Tour
A visit to Hue would not be complete without a boat excursion on the gentle Perfume River, or else you cannot feel the romance of Hue .The Perfume River (Vietnamese: Sông Hương or Hương Giang) is a river that crosses the capital city of Hue, in the central Vietnamese province of Thua Thien Hue. Perfume or Huong River is around 80 kilometers long, and owes its name to the fact that it flows through many forests of aromatic plants before reaching Hue, bringing with it a pure and fresh aroma.
Day 5:Hue - Danang - Hoi An
It is no exaggeration to compare Hoi An as an ancient pearl full of charm when it comes to the tourist map of Central Vietnam. Hoi An is an accompanying destination not to be missed in the journey to major cities such as Da Nang, Nha Trang, Hue. You will stay 1 night in Hoi An to enjoy the vibrant nightlife when the lanterns are lighten up. This city on the central Vietnamese coast is a well-preserved example of the important Southeast Asian trading port it was from the 15th-19th centuries. Already a common stop for backpackers, it is becoming better known to tourists. On the 14th day of each lunar month, the town trades its electric lights for traditional coloured lanterns. Sights include the Japanese Covered Bridge and the Quan Cong Temple. Let the town’s expert tailors make you some bespoke clothing.
Day 6:Ba Na Hills Tour
Perched 1,500m high on a mountain, a hill resort inherited from the French, Ba Na Hills provides a welcome change from the coast. The site was first developed by the French in the 1920s, who escaped the summer heat for its cool, mountain air. Given the weather, you may have to content yourself with a more atmospheric scene of mountains wreathed in mist, but while it’s raining on the lower slopes, the summit may be above the clouds, enjoying brilliant view from the top. Let's get out of the heat of the hustle and bustle, escape to the refreshingly cool atmosphere of Ba Na Hills, experience the world longest single-wire cable car system of Ba Na Hills. You will have an opportunity to admire the stunning architecture of the Linh Ung Pagoda, walk in foggy Golden Bridge enjoying the gorgeous views. You also can entertain yourself at Fantasy theme park located on the top of Ba Na hills. Visit an old French cellar, flower garden Le Jardin D’amour... to relax. It would be worth to spend your day.
Day 7:Ho Chi Minh City Tour - Cu Chi tunnels
If you are around Ho Chi Minh City and wondering how to spend a day in this fascinating city, why don't get a closer look at Vietnam’s wartime by visiting the Cu Chi tunnels ? Hiding the the secrets of underground Vietnam, the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels trip will amaze you by the 250km underground network utilized as weapon store, military bunkers and base . Don't miss the chance to crawl inside the tunnels and fire several different weapons in the shooting range.
Day 8:Ho Chi Minh City Departure
- Transfer:
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Activities:
Arrive in Hanoi
Upon arrival in Hanoi, Dream Travel’s guide welcomes you at the airport then escorts to your hotel in Hanoi. Welcome dinner at the restaurant. Overnight at proposed hotel.
Watching authentic Water Puppet Show in Hanoi
Vietnamese Water Puppet Show is a traditional folk art which dates back several centuries. Watching the exceptional show with the puppet moving through water by the skillful puppeters will be a special way to discover the ancient art and the countryside stories in your holiday in Hanoi. The authentic Vietnamese Water Puppet Show will take you through Southeast Asia’s wet-rice culture, a good insight to farming and historical legends with colorful animated puppet and rhythmic melody from traditional instruments.
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Halong Bay Daily Cruise
Cruising around Halong Bay on a day tour is an unforgettable experience. You will get to see some of the most stunning scenery in the world, including towering limestone karsts, emerald green waters, and hidden caves. You can also take part in activities such as swimming, kayaking, and hiking.
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Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch
- Transfer:
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Activities:
Sightseeing the iconic spot in Ha Noi before you move to airport for flight to Hue
Spend the whole day to visit the iconic spots in Hanoi
Referring to Hanoi, many people will think of the ancient features of the old town and historical sites in many feudal eras. But not stopping there, Hanoi also has the rhythm of a city that is developing day by day. Cultural beauty, combined with youthful features and rhythm, contribute to creating a colorful Hanoi, enough to attract any location. With a history of more than 1000 years, these tourist attractions will bring you many interesting experiences. Hanoi's delicious dishes will be one of the things that you cannot miss when coming to Hanoi. Because, each land has its own culinary beauty and unique flavor that creates the soul of that place. Hanoi is the same, here there are many delicious and unique dishes that create the unique beauty of Ha Thanh that cannot be confused.
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Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch
- Transfer:
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Activities:
Spend the morning on a leisurely walking tour through Vietnam’s ancient capital city
Breakfast at your hotel. Wait at the lobby for our driver and tour guide to pick you up
10:30: You will visit the Khai Dinh tomb, final resting place of a Nguyen Emperor. Admire the tomb’s unique architectural design and learn more about many myths and legends that surround this controversial emperor.
12:00: Having local lunch and rest at restaurant (willing to prepare veg dishes in tour for guests)
13:00: You will continue visiting Hue imperial city – the palace of 13 Nguyen Kings with Ngo Mon Gate, Library, Thai Hoa palace, Nine Dynastic Urns, and so on. Then, group will visit Thien Mu pagoda associated with culture and history of Hue.
14:45: Leave the Citadel for Thien Mu pagoda, associated with culture and history of Hue. It is an active Buddhist monastery, and admire its incomes 7-story pagoda, the unofficial symbol of the city. There, fragrant incense smoke fills the air all the long day, making the praying for blessing clam and peaceful. Thanks to its high position upward a charming curve of Perfume River, the pagoda offers a mind-boggling view of both the flow and the surrounding areas. Covered with pine trees, bonsai and delicate manmade pond, this religious site brings about a peaceful feeling which is hard to find anywhere else.
15:30: Return Car. Driver & Tour guide will transfer you to your hotel
A boat excursion on the Perfume River
A visit to Hue would not be complete without a boat excursion on the gentle Perfume River, or else you cannot feel the romance of Hue .The Perfume River (Vietnamese: Sông Hương or Hương Giang) is a river that crosses the capital city of Hue, in the central Vietnamese province of Thua Thien Hue. Perfume or Huong River is around 80 kilometers long, and owes its name to the fact that it flows through many forests of aromatic plants before reaching Hue, bringing with it a pure and fresh aroma.
More Less-
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch
Breakfast at the hotel. Our driver will come to pick you up then transfer to Hue train station for the one to Danang. Arrive in Danang then you will be picked up by our driver and tour guide. Meet our team at the meeting point for today’s schedule
13:30 - 14:00: We will pick you up at the rendezvous, and start visiting Linh Ung Pagoda on Son Tra Peninsula with the 67-meter statue of Guan Yin Buddha - the highest Guan Yin statue in Vietnam currently. This is the best place for you to take panorama pictures of Da Nang city and the sea together.
15:10: Continue to visit the Non-Nuoc Village at the foot of the Marble Mountains. The village is famous for stone sculptures and handicrafts. Here you can admire many works of art made from stone and marble by the local artists.
Not only visiting Non-Nuoc Village but also visiting caves in Marble Mountain, you will have a chance to explore beautiful caves that are made from nature. Climbing inside caves, you will enjoy the fresh air and majestic caves.
16:45: Saying goodbye to Marble Mountains and the Non-Nuoc village, we will go to Hoi An ancient town.
Arriving at Hoi An, we will walk around this town, visit the ancient houses, ancient assembly halls, ancestral temples, and the symbol of Hoi An, Japanese Bridge Pagoda... In Hoi An, everything is preserved as they were hundreds of years ago.
At night time, Hoi An shows its beauty with colorful lanterns hung all around the town, and in the night market, where you can buy various kinds of souvenirs. You will have some free time to visit the night market there.
19:00: Enjoy local foods in Hoi An is a nice experience.
20:00 - 21:00: After the meal, transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Hoi An.
Explore Hoi An, the ancient town with Eastern oriental classic captivation
It is no exaggeration to compare Hoi An as an ancient pearl full of charm when it comes to the tourist map of Central Vietnam. Hoi An is an accompanying destination not to be missed in the journey to major cities such as Da Nang, Nha Trang, Hue. You will stay 1 night in Hoi An to enjoy the vibrant nightlife when the lanterns are lighten up. This city on the central Vietnamese coast is a well-preserved example of the important Southeast Asian trading port it was from the 15th-19th centuries. Already a common stop for backpackers, it is becoming better known to tourists. On the 14th day of each lunar month, the town trades its electric lights for traditional coloured lanterns. Sights include the Japanese Covered Bridge and the Quan Cong Temple. Let the town’s expert tailors make you some bespoke clothing.
More Less-
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch
Breakfast at your hotel.
07:30 - 08:30: We pick you up at the hotel and start to visit Ba Na Hills – Queen Mountain, also known as the second Da Lat/ Sapa in Central Vietnam. The beautiful weather here is always cool.
09:30: You will be carried to the peak by cable car system that won 4 World Records (longest one-wire sling; the longest distance between each station; the longest unpatched wire; and finally, the heaviest cable roll), admire the epic view and enjoy the fresh air here.
10:00: Explore Golden Bridge, sits 1,400 meters above sea level, an altitude that creates the illusion of a silk strip hiding in the clouds above Da Nang.
10:30: Walking around and taking photos at Le Jardin D’Amour (the Flower Garden of Love), Linh Ung Pagoda, with 27m – height Shakyamuni statue on 6m – height lotus brings tourists a peaceful feeling as visiting this place. Enjoy the panorama of Da Nang city.
11:15: The next destination of your trip in Ba Na is French Village.
11:30: You will take a rest and have a buffet as lunch in the Restaurant, with more than 100 Asian and European delicious dishes.
After lunch, you can experience many thrilling rides and games such as water slide-way, love wheel, fire race and ghosts’ house in Fantasy Park – the world-class indoor amusement park. You can also buy the entrance ticket by yourself to visit the unique Wax Museum and Wine Cellar in Vietnam.
14:00: You will feel free to visit the holy places in Ba Na: the Linh Tu Temple, the Temple of Mother Nature, the Belfry, the Phong Tu Tower, or the French village. From this area, all the sceneries of Ba Na – Quang Nam’s nature is below your feet.
15:00 - 15:30: We say goodbye to Ba Na and get back to the cable car station and return to Danang.
Transfer to Danang airport and take the flight to Ho Chi Minh City.
Escape on Ba Na hills and witness the spectacular views of Danang from the famous Golden Bridge
Perched 1,500m high on a mountain, a hill resort inherited from the French, Ba Na Hills provides a welcome change from the coast. The site was first developed by the French in the 1920s, who escaped the summer heat for its cool, mountain air. Given the weather, you may have to content yourself with a more atmospheric scene of mountains wreathed in mist, but while it’s raining on the lower slopes, the summit may be above the clouds, enjoying brilliant view from the top. Let's get out of the heat of the hustle and bustle, escape to the refreshingly cool atmosphere of Ba Na Hills, experience the world longest single-wire cable car system of Ba Na Hills. You will have an opportunity to admire the stunning architecture of the Linh Ung Pagoda, walk in foggy Golden Bridge enjoying the gorgeous views. You also can entertain yourself at Fantasy theme park located on the top of Ba Na hills. Visit an old French cellar, flower garden Le Jardin D’amour... to relax. It would be worth to spend your day.
More Less-
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch
Breakfast at the hotel.
Take the morning trip to visit Independence Palace, also known at the Reunification palace, was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu. Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office. Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of the both the Indochina wars.
Have lunch at local restaurant.
Depart for Cu Chi tunnel, the trip will take approximately one and a half hours bus driving. Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction followed by introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the war time. Then, spend your time to explore the remaining area and tunnel systems which included the special constructed living areas with kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purpose during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served.
Break time for relax or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun. Return to Saigon. End trip.
Unique Experience in Legendary Cu Chi tunnel
If you are around Ho Chi Minh City and wondering how to spend a day in this fascinating city, why don't get a closer look at Vietnam’s wartime by visiting the Cu Chi tunnels ? Hiding the the secrets of underground Vietnam, the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels trip will amaze you by the 250km underground network utilized as weapon store, military bunkers and base . Don't miss the chance to crawl inside the tunnels and fire several different weapons in the shooting range.
More Less-
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch
Day 1:Arrive in Hanoi
Day 2:Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hanoi
Day 3:Hanoi City Tour - Hue
Day 4:Hue City Tour
Day 5:Hue - Danang - Hoi An
Day 6:Ba Na Hills Tour
Day 7:Ho Chi Minh City Tour - Cu Chi tunnels
Day 8:Ho Chi Minh City Departure
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