Destinations: Hanoi , Halong Bay , Da Nang , Hoi An , Nha Trang , Phan Thiet , Ho Chi Minh City , Cu Chi

OVERVIEW

Enjoy the colonial French architecture of Hanoi; Cruise along Halong Bay with its other-worldly karst islands; Stroll along the traffic free streets of Hoi An’s old town; Relax with a fresh fruit drink on the beautiful Cua Dai beach; Snorkel or scuba dive in the tranquil waters of Nha Trang Bay; Slide down the famous sand dunes of Mui Ne; Watch the fishermen in their colorful boats and then enjoy the taste of the freshest seafood along the beach; Experience the  vitality of Saigon with its unique blend of history, culture and modern attractions; See how the Viet Cong lived during the war; take a guided tour through a portion of a tunnel; Marvel at the delicious fresh cuisine and decadent French pastries served by friendly and cheerful waiters.

ITINERARY

DAY 1 : Arrival In Hanoi (N/A)

Arrive in Hanoi - Noi Bai International Airport.

You will be met at the airport by your English speaking guide and transfer to your hotel in downtown Hanoi. Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is a beautiful city of lakes, shaded boulevards and verdant public parks.  After check-in you will enjoy a short walk through the Old Quarter of Hanoi, where you can observe the daily life of the locals in the busy markets and narrow shaded streets. The Old Quarter comprises of 36 old streets each with a name conveying the type of merchandise sold in it.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Distance        Noi Bai Airport – Hanoi Central: 30 km => 50 minute transfer

Hotels:

·         Adamas Hanoi Hotel 

·         The Ann Hanoi Hotel 

·         Melia Hanoi Hotel  

DAY 2 : Hanoi – Halong Bay overnight on boat (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)

08:00 am.  After breakfast, drive to Halong Bay (3 hours), a UNESCO World Heritage site. Whoever comes to Vietnam should not miss the chance to visit Halong Bay, a picturesque blend of harmonious transition between the mountains and the sea.

Halong Bay is in the Bac Bo (Tonkin) gulf and stretches over an area of 1,500 km2 with three thousand green islands that look like jewels.

We will cruise in Halong bay on a traditional junk enjoying a fresh seafood lunch on the boat while experiencing the majestic beauty. The junk is a wooden sailboat designed in a traditional Vietnamese style while offering a full range of modern amenities. Visit the fascinating Dau Go Cave called “The Cave of Marvels” and Thien Cung Cave, the “Heavenly Palace cave” surrounded by spectacular stalactites and stalagmites.

After dinner, enjoy fishing with local fishermen. The reflection of the limestone outcrops, the sight of fishing boats lit up in the darkness; enjoy these precious moments in one of the most breathtaking landscapes in the world.

Overnight on board the junk.

Distance  : Hanoi - Halong: 160 km => 4 hour transfer included breaktime on the way

DAY 3: Halong Bay – Hanoi (Breakfast/Brunch)

After gazing at the sunrise, you will navigate through the numerous oddly shaped limestone karst outcrops. Stop by in a cove for a panoramic view of Halong Bay. Seafood feast on board.

13h00:We will return to Hanoi we’ll stop at Dong Trieu Village and visit a ceramic craft workshop.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Hotels:

·         Adamas Hanoi Hotel  

·         The Ann Hanoi Hotel 

·         Melia Hanoi Hotel 

DAY 4 : Hanoi – Flight to Da Nang – Hoi An (Breakfast)

08:00 am.  After breakfast we depart to the airport for a short flight to Danang, then transfer to Hoi An, a charming ancient port town. Check in a beautiful hotel by the sea on Cua Dai beach. There will be free time for you to relax at your own leisure.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Distance: Hanoi Central-Noi Bai Airport: 30 km => 50 minute transfer

  Da Nang Airport - Hoi An: 30 km => 1 hour transfer

Hotels:

·         Hoi An Lantern Hotel  

·         River Beach Resort & Residences 

·         Palm Garden Beach Resort & Spa 

DAY 5 : Hoi An City Tour (Breakfast)

08:00 am.  Sightseeing in the ancient town of Hoi An.  Hoi An old town has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site as an example of a well preserved South East Asian trading port of the 15th – 19th century.  In addition to its unique architecture, it is also noted for its tailors and handicrafts, especially lanterns

Free time for shopping and relaxing on the beach.

Overnight in Hoi An

Hotels:

·         Hoi An Lantern Hotel  

·         River Beach Resort & Residences 

·         Palm Garden Beach Resort & Spa

DAY 6: Hoi An – Da Nang – Flight to Nha Trang (Breakfast)

08:00 am.  Sightseeing in the ancient town of Hoi An.  Hoi An old town has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site as an example of a well preserved South East Asian trading port of the 15th – 19th century.  In addition to its unique architecture, it is also noted for its tailors and handicrafts, especially lanterns

Free time for shopping and relaxing on the beach.

Overnight in Hoi An

Hotels:

·         The Light Hotel & Resort  

·         Nam Hung Hotel 

DAY 7 : Nha Trang Free Day (Breakfast)

Have a breakfast at hotel

Relax and enjoy Nha Trang’s sandy beaches: swim, sunbathe and take in the delights of this beautiful beach.

Overnight in Nha Trang

Hotels:

·         The Light Hotel & Resort 

·         Nam Hung Hotel 

DAY 8: Nha Trang – Transfer to Phan Thiet (Breakfast)

08:00 am.  Drive to Phan Thiet, which is one of the most important fishing areas in Vietnam. Sightseeing on the way. On arrival, we check in at a charming beach hotel.

Relax and enjoy the beautiful sandy beach of Mui Ne, which is known as the windsurfing capital of Vietnam.

Overnight in Phan Thiet.

Distance       Nha Trang - Phan Thiet: 300 km => 5 hour transfer

Hotels:

·         The Sailing Bay Beach Resort  

·         The Cliff Resort & Residences 

·         Tien Dat Resort

DAY 9 : Phan Thiet – Transfer to Saigon (Breakfast)

08:00 am.  After a morning relaxing on the beach, drive to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) in the afternoon and check into your hotel.

Evening at leisure.

Overnight in Saigon.

Distance       Phan Thiet - Ho Chi Minh Central : 350 km => 5 hour 30 Minutes transfer

Hotels:

·         Le Duy Hotel  

·         Hotel Majestic Saigon 

·         Central Palace Hotel 

DAY 10 : Saigon - Cu Chi - City Tour (Breakfast)

08:00 am.  Morning departure to the small town of Cu Chi, located 35 km from Saigon (1h30m), an incredible underground tunnel network constructed by Vietnamese resistance fighters during the long struggle for independence.

Visit the famous Cu Chi Tunnel Network which became legendary during the 1960s for its role in facilitating Viet Cong control of a large rural area. At its height, the tunnel system stretched from the South Vietnamese capital to the Cambodian border; in the district of Cu Chi alone, there were over 250 km of tunnels. The network, parts of which were several stories deep, included innumerable trapdoors, specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers and kitchens. The tunnels of Cu Chi were built over a period of 25 years beginning in the late 1940s.

13h00: Drive back to Saigon for a city tour to see Reunification Palace and Ben Thanh Market. Visit Notre Dame Cathedral and the beautiful French-style Post Office, with its glass canopy and iron structure designed by Gustave Eiffel. Visit the famous War Remnants Museum, with armored vehicles, artillery pieces, bombs and infantry weapons displayed in an outside walled courtyard. Continue to Cholon, the Chinese quarter, and Discover the Thien Hau Pagoda, built by the Cantonese congregation in the 19th century. 

Evening at leisure. Overnight in Saigon.

Distance       Ho Chi Minh Central – Cu Chi: 50 km => 1hour 20 minute transfer

Hotels:

·         Le Duy Hotel  

·         Hotel Majestic Saigon 

·         Central Palace Hotel 

DAY 11 : Saigon Departure (Breakfast)

Free time at leisure for last minute shopping before transferring to the airport for departure home

Distance:        Tan Son Nhat airport – Ho Chi Minh City centre: 10 km => 30 minute transfer

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PRICE IN USD (in a private tour for a group of 2 adults)