A Glance of Vietnam

* Destinations:  Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hue - Da Nang - Hoi An - Saigon - Cu Chi - Tay Ninh.

Trip overview

Travelers rave about Vietnam's incredibly friendly people, unique 54 traditions, beautiful landscape and countryside. For Southern of Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh city, Mekong Delta & Highlands Southern. Vietnam's dynamic commercial center, explore colorful produce markets, or perhaps stop in a designer shop to order a haute couture ao dai. Take a day trip to the Cu Chi Tunnels and watch an unusual, eclectic religious ceremony at the main temple of Cao Daism, a unique fusion of world religions. On another day trip, tour the narrow canals of the Mekong Delta to see a traditional side of Vietnamese life.

• Length of the trip                 : 11 days and 10 nights.

• Trip Starts from                    : Hanoi

• Trip Ends in                           : Saigon City

• Required booking time : At least 20 days in advance for individuals and 45 days in advance for group.

• Rates are net per person     :          USD

• Single Supplement                :          USD

• Rates are valid from 1 September 2009

Full Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival                              (Meals : N/A)

Our representative/tour guide will meet and greet you at the airport. Drive to your hotel. Overnight in Hanoi

Day 2: Hanoi City Tours                        (Meals : B)

Enjoy 5 hour sightseeing tours to visit the city's landmarks such as Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, The Temple of Literature (First University built in the 11 Century), Hanoi Hilton Museum. Free walking around Hanoi old quarter for shopping and short visit Dong Xuan market. Enjoy 1 hour cyclo tours around the Hanoi City's old quarters and the traditional water puppetry show. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight in Hanoi

Day 3: Hanoi - Halong Bay                   (Meals : B/L/D)

Morning depart for Halong Bay, we go through the scenic countryside. The wondrous Halong Bay is truly one of Vietnam’s most impressive scenic sights. Heading out of the town we embark on a boat for an exploration of the legendary Halong Bay. This exciting five hour cruise will provide us a fantastic view of the picturesque scenery blending with the sky and some 3,000 limestone islands rising amazingly from the clear and emerald water. The limestone karsts formations are littered with beaches, grottoes and beautiful caves. Along the way we will anchor for a leisurely swim in a secluded cove and an enjoyable visit to one of the many hidden grottoes beneath towering cliffs. Stay overnight on the Junk Cruise

Day 4: Halong Bay - Hanoi                   (Meals : B/L)

Waking up and having breakfast served onboard. Continue cruising around the bay. Take sampan to visit Luon Cave and come back to the boat. Having brunch before disembarking and van will pick you up at the pier and transfer back to Hanoi. Visit Dong Trieu ceramic and pottery village on the way. Arrive in Hanoi at 04:00 pm. Free at leisure. Overnight in Hanoi

Day 5: Hanoi - Hue                                 (Meals : B/L)

Transferring to the airport to catch morning flight to Hue. Check-in hotel upon arrival and take refresh for a while. This quiet city is widely known for the magnificent architecture of its citadels, palaces, royal tombs, pagodas and temples built under the Nguyen Dynasty. We visit the major sites including the Imperial Citadel with Forbidden Royal City like in Beijing. Free shopping in Dong Ba market. Overnight in Hue

Day 6: Hue                                               (Meals : B)

Morning boat trip on Perfume River to visit Thien Mu pagoda and Ming Mang Emperor's mausoleum. Overnight in Hue

Day 7: Hue - Danang - Hoi An              (Meals : B/L)

This morning we drive to Hoi An, we will cross Hai Van Pass where you will have magnificent view of the China Sea. Stop at Lang Co to have break. Visit the fascinating Cham Museum, famous China Beach and the Marble Mountains en route to charming Hoi An. Known as Faifo to early Western traders, it was one of South East Asia's major international ports and today it still retains that special old-world feel. Enjoy a walking tour through the Old Quarter and try some of the local specialties. Hoi An is also famous for its large number of tailor shops, so if you want to have a new wardrobe made up, this is the time to do it. Overnight in Hoi An

Day 8: Hoi An                                           (Meals : B)

Morning tour to visit local market and boat trip on Thu Bon River to visit handicraft villages. Back to hotel and you will be free at leisure on the beach or wandering around the town for the rest of day. Overnight in Hoi An

Day 9: Hoi An - Saigon                           (Meals : B)

Free at leisure until transferring to Danang airport to take flight to Ho Chi Minh City - Vietnam's largest city has an exciting buzz as millions of people rush around on their daily business. We'll see the historic Reunification Palace and some great examples of French colonial architectures. You will be free at the rest of day to make your own exploration to discover the city. Overnight in Saigon

Day 10: Saigon - Cu Chi Tunnels - Tay Ninh (Meals : B)

Enjoy a morning drive through typical southern Vietnamese countryside to Cu Chi district, and Tay Ninh Province. Upon arrival in Cu Chi district, make a couple of stops for photo opportunities and a visit to a rice paper making factory at Tan Phu Trung Village. Experience ourselves the underground village of Cu Chi guerrilla fighters, which is simply a network of tunnels built during the long years of wars. Continue to drive another an hour and half from Cu Chi towards Tay Ninh to visit the incredible Cao Dai Great Temple, and attend the noon time service with architecture that could have come straight from a Walt Disney fantasy and where all the major faiths of the world blend together in a unique religious cocktail; photo opportunities during the ceremony. Lunch is at a local restaurant. Drive back to Saigon and arrive at 4 pm. Free at leisure for the rest of day. Overnight in Saigon

Day 11: Saigon Departure                   (Meals : B)

Free at leisure until transferring to Tan Son Nhat airport to take departure flight onward. HOME SWEET HOME. End of service.

Tour Price:

Note:

• Surcharges for peak seasons, Christmas and New Year Holidays, lunar New Year Festival, extras for room, air tickets upgrades shall be applied.

• Rates are subjected to changed without prior notice.

• Itinerary is subject to change depending on flights, road condition and room availability

Price Inclusions:

• A private transfer and transportation

• Accommodation in twin share basis with daily breakfast

• French or English Speaking Guide

• Domestic flights: Hanoi - Hue // Danang - Saigon, on Economy Class

• Domestic departures taxes

• Private Chartered Boat trip in the itinerary

• Meals as stated in the itinerary

• Sightseeing tickets

• Service charges and government taxes

Price Exclusions:

• International flights

• Entry Visa and visa fees

• International departures taxes

• Personal expenses, tips and gratuities

• Travel insurance 

Remark:

• ( Private tour ) The tour is not fixed, it is possible to be customized for your group. All service is reserved for your group only. You do not have to share the bus, boat, tour guide with other tourists. One exception, if you stay at the boat in Halong bay - it is like the hotel in Halong - you still have to share the boat with other people.

• As indicated: A/C= Air-conditioning, O/N= Overnight, B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner

• Accommodations offers in this trip (The hotel may be changed up to its availability. It will be confirmed after getting your deposit/ payment)

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