Destinations: Hanoi , Halong Bay , Hue , Hoi An , Da Nang , Ho Chi Minh City , Vinh Long

OVERVIEW

Enjoy the colonial French architecture of Hanoi; Cruise along Halong Bay with its other-worldly karst islands; Visit the Imperial City in Hue and then take a dragon boat up the Perfume River; Stroll along the traffic free streets of Hoi An’s old town; Experience the vitality of Saigon with its unique blend of history, culture and modern conveniences; Wander along the Mekong Delta with its floating markets and lush water-side villages; 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 wait-staff

ITINERARY

DAY 1 : Arrive 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.

Overnight in Hanoi.

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

Hotels:

·         Maison D'Hanoi Boutique Hotel 

·         The Ann Hanoi Hotel 

·         Melia Hanoi Hotel 

DAY 2 : Hanoi City Tour (Breakfast)

08:00 A.m: We will visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum & Museum, the One Pillar Pagoda,The French colonial Styled Presidential Palace and the historical Temple of Literature, the first university of VietNam, built in 1070 in honor of confucius

In the afternoon we will see the Museum of Ethnology then we will attend a traditional Water Puppet show. This art originates from rural festivals in Vietnam. The artists – men and women – stand waist deep in the water to manipulate the puppets, making them move about, talk and laugh and even dance on the surface of the water. The audience is meant to experience the atmosphere of a village festival. Then visit Hoan Kiem Lake (The Restored Sword Lake) and the Ngoc Son Temple, which is on an island in the northern part of the lake. We will enjoy a Cyclo tour along the narrow streets of the Old Quarter of Hanoi. The Old Quarter includes 36 old streets with each name representative of the type of merchandise sold in it.

Overnight in Ha Noi 

Note: Please kindly take note that Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (the inside) will be opened only in the morning. It will be closed every Monday and Friday. Besides the outside of Ho chi Minh Mausoleum, you can still visit Ba Dinh square, Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh’s House on stilt, One pillar pagoda as normal. Museum of Ethnography also closed every Monday

Hotels:

·         Maison D'Hanoi Boutique Hotel  

·         The Ann Hanoi Hotel 

·         Melia Hanoi Hotel 

DAY 3 : Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hanoi (Breakfast/Lunch)

07h45 - 08:00 am. After breakfast, drive to Halong Bay, 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 take a cruise on the bay (for 4 hours) enjoying a fresh seafood lunch on the boat while experiencing the majestic beauty of Halong Bay. Drive back to Hanoi late afternoon.

Overnight in Hanoi.

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

Hotels:

·         Maison D'Hanoi Boutique Hotel  

·         The Ann Hanoi Hotel 

·         Melia Hanoi Hotel 

DAY 4 : Hanoi - Flight to Hue (Breakfast)

08:00 am. After breakfast we depart to the airport for the short flight to Hue.

Upon arrival in Hue, the guide will meet you at the airport and visit to the Imperial City, an impressive royal complex built in the 17th century based on the ancient feng shui practice of geomancy.  The Imperial City is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Then transfer to hotel for check in and Overnight in Hue.  

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

            Hue airport – Hue centre: 20 km => 40 minute transfer

Hotels:

·         Huong Giang Hotel Resort & Spa  

·         Indochine Palace Hotel 

·         Mondial Hotel Hue 

DAY 5: Hue - Hoi An (Breakfast)

08:00 am. In the morning we will take a dragon boat trip along the Perfume River. We will stop at the Thien Mu Pagoda, which is located on the southwest bank of the Perfume River and was the centre of Buddhism in Central Vietnam. Then on to the King Tu Duc tomb, which was built between 1864 – 1867.  The King’s tomb was laid out with palaces, statues and monuments in perfect harmony to form a natural poetic setting. We continue to Lang Co, which we will reach after approximately two hours. Optional lunch at the Lang Co Beach Resort (Payment by yourself). We head on to Hoi An with a photo stop on the summit of the breathtaking Hai Van Pass.

In the evening your guide will pick you up for an amazing walk through the illuminated old 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.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Distance:        Hue centre- Hoi An: 150 km => 3 hour transfer

Hotels:

·         Hoi An Lantern Hotel  

·         River Beach Resort & Residences 

·         Palm Garden Beach Resort & Spa

DAY 6: Hoi An - Da Nang - Flight to Saigon (Breakfast)

08:00 am. Free morning at your own leisure in Hoi An, then transfer to Danang airport and a short flight to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon).

On arrival Guide and driver pick up and then enjoy a city tour to visit Reunification Palace, Ben Thanh Market, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the beautiful French – style Post Office with its glass canopy and iron structure designed by Gustave Eiffel. Then, continue to Cholon, the Chinese quarter, and sDiscover the Thien Hau Pagoda, build by the Cantonese congregation in the 19th century.

Then return to hotel for check in. Evening is at your own leisure. Overnight in Saigon  

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

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

Hotels:

·         Hotel Majestic Saigon 

·         Central Palace Hotel  

·         Sunflower Central Hotel 

DAY 7 : Saigon - Vinh Long - Departure (Breakfast)

08:00 am. We depart from the hotel in the morning and drive southwards to Vinh Long Province, which is situated between two branches of the downstream Mekong River.

On arrival, we enjoy a boat trip along the river’s narrow waterways, overhung with dense vegetation. We will have the opportunity to try exotic fruits from one of the many orchards.

For lunch (optional) you can order the local delicacy – Elephant’s ear fish. We continue with a visit to Cai Be floating market before heading back to Saigon. Then transfer directly to airport for the trip home. (The departure flight must be in the late evening)

Distance       Ho Chi Minh Central – Cai Be: 100 km => 2hour transfer

    Cai be - Tan Son Nhat airport : 110 km => 2hour 30 minute transfer

INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS

What’s included?

• Accommodation in the category chosen or similar based on double/twin sharing with daily breakfast: 03 nights in Ha Noi, 01 nights Hue, 01 nights Hoi An, 01 night in Sai Gon
• Meals as mentioned in the program. B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner.
• All local boat rentals as mentioned in the program. Cruise on Seat in coach (SIC) junk in Ha Long bay.
• Transfer from and to the airports, transfer as mentioned in the program
• All entrance fees and sightseeing as mentioned in the program.
• Local English speaking guide(s) in Vietnam.
• 01 FOC in ½ Twin room for group of 16pax onward (excluding internal airfares and visas). Maximum 02 FOC per group.

What’s excluded?

• Late check out or Early check in
• International flight/ Domestic flight tickets and airport taxes.
  All internal/ regional flight tickets in economy class with/without departure tax
• Visa fee upon arrival in Vietnam
• Tips & personal expenses. Personal insurance. Any service not clearly mentioned in the program.

IMPORTANT INFO

Cancellation Policy

1. Cancellations must be advised by email / fax
   b. The cancellation fees will apply:

• Cancelation 30 days prior to arrival date: USD 50 per person will be charged.
• Cancelation from 20 days to 30 days prior to arrival date: 30% of total invoice amount will be charged
• Cancelation from 10 days to 20 days prior to arrival date: 50% of total invoice amount will be charged
• Cancelation less than 10 days prior to arrival date or no-show: 100% of total invoice invoice amount will be charged

Price In USD (in a private tour for a group of 2 adults)

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

Date: LOW SEASON (May– Sep )

Date: HIGH SEASON ( Jan – Apr & Oct – Dec)

Price not apply on holidays in Vietnam