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Hello Vietnam and welcome to Vietnam, one of the most beautiful countries in Asia. Spreading along the eastern edge of the Indochinese Peninsula, Vietnam offer tourists the legendary world of Halong Bay, the colorful charm of Central Highlands and the criss-cross waterways of the Mekong Delta. The country boasts a marvelous coastline of 3,260km dotted with wh...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Enjoy cruising through Bai Tu Long Bay
    • Explore Ha Long Bay and enjoy watching early bird with exercises with Tai chi on the sundeck
    • Experience awesome cultural immersion by exploring to Thanh Toan village this is one of the most beautiful villages in Hue
    • Discover Hoi An, another World Heritage site in the Central Vietnam
    • Awesome Walking tour to explore the town with old houses, narrow streets and stop to visit the lantern makers

What's this trip about?

    Hello Vietnam and welcome to Vietnam, one of the most beautiful countries in Asia. Spreading along the eastern edge of the Indochinese Peninsula, Vietnam offer tourists the legendary world of Halong Bay, the colorful charm of Central Highlands and the criss-cross waterways of the Mekong Delta. The country boasts a marvelous coastline of 3,260km dotted with white sandy beaches, tranquil bays and vivid coral reefs. Moreover, with a tropical monsoon climate, all parts of the country are mostly warm the whole year round, which is ideal for those who love sunny weather.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityHanoi
End CityHo Chi Minh

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Transformative

Destinations

Activities

  • Cooking
  • Culture
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Short Cruise

Trip includes

    • Private airport pick-up & drop off
    • Private sightseeing tour with English speaking guide
    • Private boat trip as per tour program
    • Hotel accommodation – Shared in double room
    • Meals as stated in the program
    • Water and tissues on coach
    • All entrance fees
    • All in-tour flights
    • 24/7 hotline support
    • Guarantee 100% money back if not satisfied
    • Complimentary Vietnam visa on arrival pre-approved letter.
    • Tour duration less than 15 days, visitors from the following countries do not need a visa to Vietnam: Kingdom of Great Britain, Republic of France, Federal Republic of Germany, Kingdom of Spain, Republic of Italy Japan, Korea, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Sweden and Russia.
    • Vietnam 30-day single-entry e-visa can be applied by citizens of: Ireland ; Germany ; Denmark; United States of America; United Kingdom ; Sweden….(Total 40 countries)

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Welcome to Hanoi | Meal: D | Overnight: Hanoi

Warm welcome upon your arrival in Hanoi by your local guide.  Private transfer to your hotel located in the downtown.  Enjoy a cyclo ( trishaw) riding around Hanoi Old Quarter with last stop at the famous Thang Long Water Puppet Theater for a Water Puppet Show – a unique art performance. Welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 2: Hanoi Free Choice Sightseeing - Street Food - Dinning | Overnight: Hanoi

Widely acknowledged as one of the loveliest cities in Asia, this one-thousand-year old city offer you its unique images that totally different from other Asian cities. Hanoi still retains a small-town provincial charm and unique intermingle with a French legacy wide, ...

Free Choice Sightseeing – Hanoi city

Full-day Hanoi city tour

Hanoi Half-day city tour & One of Hanoi Surroundings

Free Choice Hanoi Surroundings

Bat Trang pottery village

Van Phuc silk village

Duong Lam Ancient village

Dong Ho paintings village

Free Choice Street Food – Authentic experiences

1. “ Pho Hanoi “ followed by a cup of Vietnamese coffee/tea/softdrink

2. “ Banh Cuon “ followed by a cup of Vietnamese coffee/tea/softdrink

3. “ Bun Cha Hanoi “ followed by a cup of Vietnamese coffee/tea/softdrink

4. “ Bo kho – Beef Stew ” followed by a cup of Vietnamese coffee/tea/softdrink

Free Choice Dining :

1. “ Cha Ca Hanoi “ in Hanoi Old Quarter area at local restaurant.

2. Vegetarian set-menu at local restaurant

3. Vietnamese set-menu at French building restaurant

4. Vietnamese cuisine a-la-carte at Ngon restaurant

5. KOTO restaurant. Know ...

Bat Trang pottery villages

About 13 kilometers south east of Hanoi center, Bat Trang village, established in 14th or 15th century, is famous for ceramic and pottery products of high quality such as vases, bowls, dishes, and many other kinds of ceramic products which have been exported worldwide.

Van Phuc silk village

About 8 km southwest of Ha Noi, Van Phuc silk village is well known for its traditional sericulture, weaving, and silk products for a long-lasting history of more than two thousand years. The village makes more than 2 million meters of silk per year and is an ideal place for silk products & souvenirs

Duong Lam Ancient village

Some 60km to the west of Hanoi, has a history of about 1,200 years with many houses dating back up to 400 years. One special thing about the village is that most of the buildings here are made of laterite and mud, two materials that are abundant in the area. The village also has its prestige as two of Vietnam’s kings, Phung Hung (761-802) and Ngo Quyen (896-944) were born in here.

Dong Ho painting village

30 km to the East of Hanoi, or Vietnamese woodblock prints is a distinct Vietnamese folk art. Dong Ho paintings reflect people’s innermost feelings. Dong Ho paintings is made of  of bark of a tree called “Dzo. Colors of the painting are refined from various kinds of t...

Day 3: Hanoi – Halong Bay | Meal: B-L-D | Overnight: Traditional Junk

In the morning you leave Hanoi for Halong Bay via the Red River Delta. Enjoy welcome drink onboard then start cruising through Bai Tu Long Bay while lunch is served. Stop to visit and explore Vung Vieng fishing village by bamboo boat or you can have a kayak around Vun...

Day 4: Halong Bay - Hanoi | Meal: Brunch | Overnight: Hanoi

Early bird with exercises with Tai chi on the sundeck then enjoy a light breakfast. Explore Thien Canh Son Cave. Watching fruits carving demonstration. Enjoy Ha Long Bay scenery while the junk boat cruising back to shore. Rejoin your car for journey back to Hanoi. Enjoy one of the below activities before back to hotel for relax and at leisure.

Free Choice Activities

+ Some glasses of “Bia hoi Hanoi ” at local pub.

+ Foot massage

Day 5: Fly to Hue | Meal: B-D | Overnight: Hue

Enjoy your free time until transfer to airport for flight to Hue. Located in central Vietnam, the World Cultural Heritage Site Hue used to be the Citadel of the Nguyen Dynasty from 1805 to 1945. Your local guide meet you at the airport for a transfer to hotel.  At leisure.  Evening you meet your guide again for a Hue Royal style dinner, taste some Royal cuisines at local restaurant.

Day 6: Hue Free Choice Sightseeing - Street Food - Dinning | Overnight: Hue

Besides Hue citadel and tombs, Hue still has a lot to offer you. Hue Sightseeing Freedom of Choices and Meal options will satisfy you. All you have to do is to select one of the Hue city options and one of the Hue Surroundings to explore Hue by your own way.

Free Choice Sightseeing – Hue city

Full-day Hue city tour

Half-day Hue city tour & One of Hue Surroundings

Free Choice Sightseeing – Hue city in details

Half-day city tour (Maximum 4 places) | Full-day city tour ( Maximum 7 places)

Dragon boat to visit the Thien Mu pagoda

King Minh Mang’s tomb

King Tu Duc’s tomb

King Khai Dinh’s tomb

King Gia Long’s tomb

Hue Citadel Complex

Notre Dame Cathedral

Tu Hieu pagoda

Dong Ba market – a paradise for snapshots of daily activities.

Hue Free Choice Surroundings

Phuoc Tich ancient village:

Located on the bank of leisurely O Lau River, about 30 kilometers from center of Hue city, Phuoc Tich village, built in 1470, is the symbol of architecture of the central region and famous for traditional pottery. Trip to Phuoc Tich village offers you a view of Centre Vietnam countryside, too.

Thanh Toan village

This is one of the most beautiful villages in Hue. The village, 8km east of Hue, is famous for its beautiful roads, peaceful rural landscape, particularly the tile-roofed bridge, communal houses, clan worshiping houses, traditional festivals, farming practices and loc...

Hue Street Food Tour (Joined group )

This 4-hours cyclo riding offers you to taste many kinds of Hue street food learn about the culinary and the culture of Hue, explore the daily life of Hue as well as good opportunities to take pictures.

Free Choice Hue Street Food – Authentic experiences
“ Bun bo Hue” “ followed by a cup of Vietnamese coffee/tea/softdrink “ Banh khoai “ followed by a cup of Vietnamese coffee/tea/softdrink “ Com Hen “ followed by a cup of Vietnamese coffee/tea/softdrink “ Nem lui Hue “ followed by a cup of Vietnamese coffee/tea/softdrink

Hue Free Choice Dining
Hue vegetarian food at local restaurant Vietnamese set-menu at local restaurant Dinner with Vietnamese traditional songs on the dragon boat.

Day 7: Hue – Hoi An

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Overnight: Hoi An

Today you leave Hue for Hoi An, another World Heritage site in the Central Vietnam. Hoi An is one of the oldest towns in south-east Asia and characterized by a rich blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese and European architecture. Formerly kno...

Day 8: Hoi An Free Choice Sightseeing - Surroundings - Street Food - Dining

Your stay in the Hoi An Ancient town will be full of interesting. Please select two of the Free Choice Sightseeing – Hoi An & Surroundings to start your interesting day in Hoi An.

Walking in Hoi An Ancient town

Walking tour to explore the town with old houses, narrow streets and stop to visit the lantern makers, Japanese Covered Bridge, Chinese Assembly Halls, Handicraft workshop.

Tra Que Vegetable village by bicycle

Where you can join with gardening activities as preparing the land and fertilizing with seaweed from the local lake, prepare food and join lunch with a local family. It is also good time to relax and learn more about the Vietnamese village

Kim Bong Carpentry village by boat

Formed in the 15 th century by Vietnameses from the Northern Vietnam, Kim Bong carpentry developed vigorously and the occupational village was established with three groups: Ancient architectural construction, civil wooden furniture and shipbuilding. Many carpenters from this village worlked to build Hue Citadel

My Son Sanctuary

My Son Sanctuary dates from the 4th to the 13th centuries. It was a unique culture on the coast of contemporary Vietnam, owing its spiritual origins to the Hinduism of India. This is graphically illustrated by the remains of a series of impressive tower temples in a d...

Red Bridge Cooking Class (Joined group)

Begins with a with a drink at Hai Scout Café followed by a visit the Hoi An colorful market. It is time to get in touch with local sellers and purchase some of the ingredients for your own cooking lesson. Boat trip cruising along the Hoi An river to the cooking school...

Free Choice Street Food – Authentic experiences
“ Rice & Chicken” followed by a cup of Vietnamese coffee/tea/softdrink “ Banh Xeo Hoi An “ followed by a cup of Vietnamese coffee/tea/softdrink “ Cao Lau Hoi An” followed by a cup of Vietnamese coffee/tea/softdrink “ Mi Quang ” followed by a cup of Vietnamese coffee/tea/softdrink

Free Choice Dining:
Hoi An cuisine set-menu at local restaurant. Dinner on the beach at local restaurant. BBQ fresh seafood on the beach at local restaurant. Relaxing Dinner Cruise on the Hoai river and the Thu Bon river

Day 9: Fly to Ho Chi Minh city | Half-day Tour

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Overnight: HCMC

Again you take an one-hour flight to Ho Chi Minh city. This is a city full of surprises. The city’s core is still adorned with wide elegant boulevards and historic French colonial buildings and offers plenty of reasons to visit, from its blend ...

Free Choice Sightseeings – HCMC ( Maximum 4 places )
Reunification Palace Municipal Theatre – City Post Office – Notre-Dame Cathedral War Remnants Museum Vinh Nghiem pagoda Hoang De pagoda Ben Thanh market

Day 10: HCMC Free Choice Surroundings - Street Food - Dinning | Overnight: HCMC

You have a whole day to explore the HCMC Surroundings. Please select two of the below options ( one choice if you select “Full-day Cao Dai Holysee temple & Cu Chi tunnels” ) to spend your day in the most dynamic city in Vietnam.

Cu Chi tunnels

Around 70 kilometers northwest of HCMC, Cu Chi Tunnel is right near the so-called “Iron Triangle” of Southern Vietnam. This underground complex is a must-see when you are in HCMC. You are invited to crawl around in the safer parts of the tunnel system or try a shootin...

China town & Thien Hau pagoda

The western part of the city is dominated by Cholon (Chinatown), a thickly settled district rife with teahouses and pagodas and the famous Binh Tay Market. Visit the Thien Hau pagoda which features interesting Chinese-Buddhist style architecture and interiors with pagodas, courtyards, altars and paintings. Chinatown is also home to the Cholon Mosque and Cha Tam, a small Catholic cathedral.

Full-day Cao Dai Holysee temple & Cu Chi tunnels

In the morning you drive to visit Cao Dai Temples in Tay Ninh and observe the midday service. This temple is the cathedral of the Cao Daism religion and home of the Divine Eye, the official symbol of this unique religion. Cao Dai followers worship Jesus Christ, Confuc...

Free Choice Street Food – Authentic experiences
“ Banh mi” “ followed by a cup of Vietnamese coffee/tea/softdrink “ Hu tieu Saigon “ followed by a cup of Vietnamese coffee/tea/ “ Banh canh ” followed by a cup of Vietnamese coffee/tea/softdrink “ Banh xeo ” followed by a cup of Vietnamese coffee/tea/softdrink “ Com tam” followed by a cup of Vietnamese coffee/tea/softdrink

Free Choice Dining :
Vegetarian set-menu at local restaurant Vietnamese set-menu at French building restaurant South Vietnamese buffet at local restaurant

Day 11: Mekong Delta Excursion

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Today you have am excursion to the Mekong Delta. Surrounded by thousands of crisscrossed canals, life in the Mekong Delta revolves much around the river, most of the villages are often accessible by rivers and canals rather than by ro...

Day 12: Departure HCMC

Meals: Breakfast

Today is the last day of your trip. Enjoy your free time at your hotel or you can do last minute souvenir shopping before meeting your guide for transfer to airport for your flight home. Have a nice

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Last Updated: 7/16/2018

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4 - STAR HOTELS

Sunway Hotel Hanoi

Sunway Hotel Hanoi is an award winning international 4-star hotel, with easy access to Hanoi’s commercial and business districts. Located at the quiet end of the French Old Quarter,away from the hustle of the busy city and yet only 28km away from the airport, Sunway Hotel Hanoi is also an excellent choice to explore this beautiful city.

 

Garden Bay Cruises – Deluxe Cabin

From the ship ambiance, the wooden oriental design, the food served onboard to exotic isles, dramatic caves and untouched beaches, you will surely savour the great cultural, historical and natural diversity of the ancient Bay and its local life that we passion to share. Our medium sized wooden junks give easy access to secluded areas within the bay and its surrounding.

 

Hue Riverside Boutique Resort & Spa –  Superior R.V

Ideally located on the bank of the Perfume River with a unique view of the Van Thanh Temple just opposite  the river and best place for those who would like to experience a rich local Vietnamese village culture, surrounded by stunning organic rice fields, traditional garden houses from the very moment of your arrival.

 

Muca Hoian Boutique Resort – Hoi An

Muca Hoi An Boutique Resort & Spa is an ideal choice for an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime romantic getaway. This enchanting resort is ideally located alongside the romantic and tranquil Thu Bon River of Hoi An and surrounded by beautiful Nipa palm trees. It features a seamless fusion of traditional Hoi An and European arch interior design, creating a charming old world ambience.

 

 

Fusion Suite Saigon – Spa Treatment Inclusive

Located in the center of the Ho Chi Minh City and close to all major tourist attractions, Fusion Suites Saigon is an all-suite property with a minimalistic, modern design and the Fusion signature wellness philosophy deeply embedded at its core. Clients also enjoy 01 spa treat ment per night stayed for two people.

 

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Sheraton Hanoi Hotel

Surrounded by lush gardens, sweeping lawns and tranquil courtyards. This peaceful oasis features picturesque views of West Lake and is less than 10 minutes from downtown Hanoi. The hotel provides the perfect balance between tranquility and convenience. Complimentary shuttle bus with just a quick drive to historical Hanoi Old Quarter or dynamic shopping centres.

 

Royal Wings Cruises

This vessel combining traditional oriental value and completely different styles of luxury is the best choice to serve the upcoming travelers with the expectation of high-end facilities, professional services in Halong Bay, Vietnam. The cruise will bring you the most comfortable with a luxury cabin, restaurant, bars to give the passengers the best relaxing and enjoy all the interesting time onboard.

 

 

Imperial Hotel Hue

Ideally located on the bank of the Perfume River with a unique view of the Van Thanh Temple just opposite  the river and best place for those who would like to experience a rich local Vietnamese village culture, surrounded by stunning organic rice fields, traditional garden houses from the very moment of your arrival.

 

Palm Garden Beach Resort & Spa

Overlooking the Cua Dai Beach, Palm Garden Beach Resort & Spa is the best charming upscale beachfront retreat in Hoi An. The resort offers a touch of Hoi An’s traditional architectural design combined with a taste of modern luxury. It is a 5 minute to the center of the World Heritage Hoi An Ancient Town & 30-minute to Danang International Airport by car from the resort.

 

Caravelle Hotel Saigon

Features stylish French and Vietnamese architecture, an outdoor pool and non-smoking rooms with free Wi-Fi. the eco-friendly hotel also has a rooftop bar with live music performances.Only 160 metres from the famous Opera House and a 9-minute walk from Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica and an 11-minute walk from Ben Thanh market.

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