Culinary tour of Vietnam
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Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Hanoi.
Upon arrival in Hanoi you will be greeted by an Audley representative and transferred to the rural village of Ky Son where you will be staying for the next couple of days.Once known for growing poppies used in the opium trade, Ky Son is now a flourishing farming community with age old traditions contrasting with modern irrigation systems.
Today will be spent venturing out into the village where you will have the opportunity to meet the locals and learn about traditional farming practices. A leisurely cycle ride through the countryside is nicely rewarded back at Moon Garden where a herbal foot massage and home cooked meal await.
After breakfast you will journey out to the beautiful Mai Chau Valley. Here emerald mountains tower above acres of rice paddies and ethnic minority villages dot the foothills. While staying in Mai chau you will have the chance to sample some ethnic Thai cuisine, share a glass of rice wine and learn about the local cultures.
Spend a full day in Mai Chau where you can enjoy a guided walking or cycling tour of the area. The morning will be spent visiting local homes, farms and factories before relaxing at your hotel in the afternoon.This evening you can enjoy a cold local beer while watching the sun fade over the horizon.
From peaceful Mai Chau you will travel to Vietnam's capital, Hanoi. Here the pace of life changes and ox carts are replaced with scooters.While in Hanoi you will have a chance to learn a little about the city's origins, recent history and most importantly its grasp on...
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After breakfast you will be collected from your hotel and taken to the airport in time for your afternoon flight to Saigon.Upon arrival in Saigon you will be met by your guide and taken to your hotel.Saigon is modern, vibrant and daring, especially when it comes to it...
Today you will venture out on to the streets of Saigon visiting many of the major sights including the Notre Dame cathedral, War Remnants Museum and Old Post Office.This evening you may want to dine in one of the city's many fine restaurants. We can recommend a few of our favourite options.
Today is free to explore or relax at your own leisure before catching your flight home in the evening. Your return flight will arrive the same day.
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