Ginger and Lemongrass – Vietnam Culinary Tour in 11 Days





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Overview
Highlights
- Try the most remarkable dishes of Vietnamese street food in different regions of the country.
- Cruise in the magnificent Halong Bay.
- Have a dining experience in the house of the former Vietnamese princess.
- Explore the ancient capital Hue by cyclo.
- Visit the floating market on the lively Mekong Delta.
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Trip includes
- Accommodation shared in double/twin/triple room
- In-tour flights from Hanoi to Hue and from Hue to Ho Chi Minh, with 20 kg luggage allowance
- Door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services
- Bus between Hanoi and Ha Long Bay (2-ways)
- All transportation mentioned in the itinerary
- Experienced English speaking guide
- Meals as per program (B=breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
- All sightseeing tickets according to the itinerary
- Tissues and water on coach
- Service charges and government tax
- 24/7 hotline support guaranteed
- Vietnam Visa letter approval
Itinerary
Your Vietnam adventure begins with your arrival in Hanoi. Your private driver will meet you at the airport, holding a signboard with your name. He will escort you to your accommodation right in the heart of the city, with the fascinating Old Quarter at your fingertips. You can easily explore the city at your own pace or relax at the hotel after the flight.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Meet with a local food expert for a mouth-watering tour of Hanoi—indulging all five of your senses on a journey through fascinating markets and delicious food. Start the day with a visit to Thanh Ha, a busy, eclectic market alive with the sounds and smells of Hanoi. C...
In the morning, check out of the hotel, and get picked up by the Cruise team. Take the most scenic route to reach Halong Bay, taking you across the Red River Delta with emerald green rice paddies stretching for as far as the eyes can see. On arrival at the pier, you w...
Rise early today to view the sunrise at the wonder of nature with breakfast served in the dining room. A Tai Chi class on the sun deck will awake your mind and muscles.
Then head off to visit the limestone cave full of stalagmites and stalactites. After your ex...
Relish the remaining moment in Hanoi before your private driver escorts you to the airport to take the flight to Hue. When you arrive at Hue Airport, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation in the city centre. The rest of the time is free at leisure.
Overnight in Hue.
Start today's explorations of Hue with a visit to the Imperial Citadel, a grand UNESCO-listed complex where the Nguyen Dynasty ruled between 1802 and 1945. After exploring the ruins of this vast monument, take a cyclo ride through the Old City to Tinh Tam Lake, where ...
Have breakfast at the hotel, and have free time until our driver will meet you for a transfer to the airport for your next flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the hotel. After the hotel check-have some leisure time in Ho Chi Minh City.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
This morning your personal tour guide will meet you with a motorbike for a half-day tour of the city. Hop on the back and head through the city's lively streets, passing the many Vietnamese guitar makers’ stores, interesting eateries, and residential apartment buildin...
Depart from Ho Chi Minh City around 8 am, and head to Mekong Delta, the land of nine dragons. Upon arrival at Cai Be, you will board the boat, which will take you through Mekong’s fertile alluvial water, which shapes the richness of the land, to Mekong Lodge.
U...
Begin our second day at Mekong Delta with a buffet breakfast. Then take a boat trip to Cai Be floating market, a cultural feature of the Mekong Delta. You will see the most vibrant scene on the Tien River with hundred of boats gathering for the fresh produce trade. Th...
Relish a healthy breakfast on the final day of your trip. Complete the hotel check-out formalities after which you can visit the local markets and buy souvenirs for your loved ones. Later, proceed for departure and board your flight back home.
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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Logistics
What's excluded
- International flights and departure taxes
- Beverage, Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities
- Early check-in and late check-out (If not mentioned)
- Compulsory Gala Dinner on 24 Dec, 31 Dec and 21 Jan (Tet)
- Public holiday surcharge (Christmas and New Year, Tet holiday) if applicable
- Surcharge for airport cabs from 12:00 am - 05:00 am
- Visa stamping fee on arrival at the airport (Vietnam: $25/person)
- Services not mentioned above
- Travel insurance
Accommodation
- • is shared in double/twin/triple room
- • Check in time: 14:00; check out time:12:00
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