Overview
Discover Vietnam, South East Asia’s most popular and exciting destination. Explore enchanting places from Halong Bay to the tropical fruits in Mekong delta.
Itinerary
Meet upon arrival at Hanoi International Airport, and then transfer to the hotel for check-in. Time at leisure.
Accommodation in Hanoi. Check – in time at 2:00pm.
We discover Hanoi-the charming capital of Vietnam today:
Hochiminh’s mausoleum complex (closed on Monday, Friday,
Every afternoon & in October, November) and his residence,
Presidential Palace, One pillar pagoda, Tran Quoc pagoda,
French colonial quarter, Temple of Literature, Hanoi Opera.
You can select one of the museums below for your
Preferences (Fine Arts Museum, Museum of History, Museum
Of Army, Museum of Women, and Museum of Ethnology).
Then explore Hoan Kiem lake and a short walk in the Hanoi
Old quarter to observe the daily life of local people.
Attend a performance of water puppets show. Overnight in Hanoi.
8:00am depart for Halong bay, 180km east of Hanoi, listed
As World Heritage Area for its outstanding beauty by
UNESCO in 1994.
12:00 we board a traditional junk style to discover the 8th
World Wonder where the movie “Indochinese” was realized
With Catherine Deneuve, French star in the 1990’s. Lunch on
Boat with fresh seafood. It is time to relax on the deck. Through the most beautiful landscapes with more than 2,000
Islands and limestone islets, rising from the emerald water.
Visit a natural cave, the most picturesque grotto in the bay.
Swimming if possible and relaxing on the deck.
Dinner & Overnight aboard.
Continue our excursion until lunch.
11:50 Disembark at Tuan Chau wharf.
12:00 Drive to Hanoi domestic airport for flight to Hue.
Visit a workshop of potteries en route and a typical village
Of the Red River delta.
Take the flight to Hue VN1547 @ 20:25 – 21:30
Meet our guide at Hue Airport and transfer to hotel for
Check-in. Leisure time. Accommodation in Hue.
Full day to explore Hue, the former Royal city of the 13
Ruling Nguyen dynasties: visit the Imperial Citadel and Forbidden city, Tu Duc king’ mausoleum and a local
Market Dong Ba. Enjoy a boat trip on the Perfume River to discover Thien Mu pagoda, the wonderful
Architectural structures for religious worship in Hue. Lunch at local restaurant. We continue our journey
To the village producing conical hats to watch the artisan’s daily works. Overnight in Hue.
Depart for Danang. The scenic 3 hours and half drive via
Hai Van (Cloud) pass offers spectacular views of mountains,
The sea, idyllic beaches and villages. Visit Cham museum
On the way. We continue further south to the charming
Historic city of Hoian. Upon arrival, check-in at hotel.
Leisure time. Overnight in Hoian.
After breakfast, discover Hoian ancient town, known to
Early Western merchants, the city was one of the major
Trading centers of South East Asia in the 16th century.
Hoian has a distinctive Chinese atmosphere with low, tiled-roof houses and narrow streets. Many of the
Houses were constructed of rare timbers and decorated with lacquer panels engraved with Chinese
Characters and pillars carved with ornamental designs. Visit historic merchants and community houses,
Places of worship and Japanese covered bridge, Hoian market.
PM: Leisure time. Overnight in Hoian.
Transfer to Danang Domestic Airport for flight to Saigon VN1311 @ 10:30-11:40
Meet on arrival, transfer to the hotel for check-in. Lunch
At local restaurant.
PM: Discover Hochiminh city (formerly Saigon), the biggest
Economic center in the country: visit Opera house, Notre
Dame cathedral, Central Post Office, China town, War
Remnants Museum, a lacquer factory.
Accommodation in Saigon/ Hochiminh city.
Drive to Mytho to explore the Mekong delta. Mytho is
Famous for its extensive orchards and immense rice fields.
Enjoy a boat trip on the Mekong river and visit an orchard
On an island. Lunch at local restaurant. Back to Saigon. Accommodation in Saigon/ Hochiminh city.
Breakfast at hotel,
Transfer to HCM/Tan Son Nhat International Airport for departure flight. Tour ends. Check-out before 12:00
Includes:
- Double/Twin room accommodation & on junk (non-private) boat in Halong Bay
- Entrance fees
- Boat trips in Halong Bay, the Perfume River, Mekong delta
- Private air conditioning transfer
- English speaking guides
- Meals as indicated on itinerary
Excludes:
- International / domestic airfares & airport taxes
- Vietnam visa fees
- Items of personal nature
Supplement: (subject to change by the carrier without prior notice)
Domestic airfares & airport taxes Ho Chi Minh–Danang/ Danang-Hanoi: US$220/person Economy Class on Vietnam Airlines.
Note:
Our rates may be changed if Vietnamese Government applies new taxes and fees
TOURIST
CELIA Hotel SUPERIOR (***) or similar in Hanoi
BAI THO Junk DELUXE (***) in Halong Bay
ROMANCE Hotel SUPERIOR (****) or similar in Hue
THUY DUONG Hotel SUPERIOR (***) or similar in Hoian
LE DUY Hotel SUPERIOR (***) or similar in Hochiminh city
SUPERIOR
LAN VIEN Hotel DELUXE (****) or similar in Hanoi
BAI THO Junk DELUXE (***) in Halong Bay
ROMANCE Hotel SUPERIOR (****) or similar in Hue
HOIAN PACIFIC Hotel SUPERIOR (****) or similar in Hoian
EDEN Hotel DELUXE (****) or similar in Hochiminh city
DELUXE
SHERATON Hotel DELUXE (*****) in Hanoi
BAI THO Junk DELUXE (***) in Halong bay
IMPERIAL Hotel DELUXE (*****) in Hue
PALM GARDEN Resort SUPERIOR Ocean View (*****) or similar in Hoian
REX Hotel Premium (*****) in Saigon/Hochiminh city.