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All the highlights of this stunning country are covered in this compact trip. The history, the old-world charm and the vibrant colour are just some of the things you'll experience on this journey through startlingly beautiful Vietnam.
Day 1 Arrival – Ho Chi Minh City (D) On arrival at Tan San Nhat Airport, transferred to the hotel for check in. Ho Chi Minh City is a center of commerce, finance, culture and tourism in Vietnam. This bustling metropolis, contradiction of its northern counterpart, is crowded with bikes and motorbikes, excited by numerous shopping area and sidewalk cafes. If time permits, we stroll around the down town to explore the different local ways of life. Day 2 Ho Chi Minh City – Tay Ninh – Cu Chi Tunnel – Ho Chi Minh City (B/ L/ D) Drive to Tay Ninh. Visit The head quarter of Cao Dai sect. This religion was founded in 1923. Attend the fantastic mid-day service when the followers fill the hall wearing colored robes, a symbol of the curious combination of the Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism. Return to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, which were an incredible underground network constructed by Vietnamese fighters during the long struggle for independence. Day 3 Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta – Ho Chi Minh City (B/ L/ D) Drive by roads to the Mekong Delta, Vietnam's largest rice bowl. On arrival in My Tho, embark on a boat navigating around the intricate small canals in the delta region. The exciting excursion will pass the lush green vegetation before arriving at the famous Unicorn Island. Stroll around an orchard, taste many seasonal fruits and enjoy wonderful traditional music. Return to Ho Chi Minh, stopping off along the way to see the beautiful Vinh Trang Pagoda and the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Sai Gon Post Office, the Cho Lon, Saigon’s Chinatown, which is crammed with sacred temples and mysterious, narrow lanes. Day 4 Ho Chi Minh – Da Nang – Hoi An (B/ L/ D) Transfer to the airport for short flight to Da Nang. One of the largest city in the centre of Vietnam. Visit Cham museum, Marble Mountains, Stone carving village and South China Sea. Proceed to Hoian, which was originally a Cham seaport but has been influenced down centuries by a myriad of traders from various cultures. Day 5 Hoi An – Hue (B/ L/ D) The ancient architecture of Hoian is a fascinating combination of Vietnamese traditional characters with Chinese and Japanese influence. Visit the famous Japanese Covered Bridges, the Pottery Museum, the 200 years old Tam Ky House, the Chua Ong Pagoda, the vibrant market. Drive to Hue - Vietnam's last imperial capital of Vietnam. Overnight : at hotel Day 6 Hue (B/ L/ D) Morning: Take a boat for cruise upstream on the Perfume River which also gives us a taste of the scenic countryside as well as an enjoyable visit to the beautiful pagoda of Thien Mu. Continue the visit to the mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang, in a tranquil setting of gardens and lakes. Afternoon: Visit to the elaborate royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc and the famous pagoda of Tu Hieu. On return to the city, we then take a walk to the bustling Dong Ba Market and pass many fantastic eating spots where visitors have a chance to sample some local delicacies. Day 7 Hue – Hanoi - Ha Long (B/ L/ D) Free at leisure before boarding a short flight to the north. On arrival in Hanoi, drive directly three and half hour to Halong, truly one of Vietnam’s most scenic impressive sights. Day 8 Ha Long Bay – Hanoi (B/ L/ D) Morning: Take a boat for an exploration of the legendary Halong Bay. This exciting four hour cruise to enjoy 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. After a seafood lunch on board, return to Ha Noi, stopping en route at Dong Trieu pottery village. Evening: Enjoy lively performance of Hanoi's famous water puppets. Day 9 Hanoi (B/ L/ D) Full day city tour with the Ho Chi Minh Complex. This famous site contains the mausoleum of the nation’s founder Ho Chi Minh, the Presidential Palace, the Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts and nearby the One Pillar Pagoda, whose origins date back to the foundation of city. Visit the Temple of Literature, which is well known as the first university of Vietnam and the impressive Ethnologic Museum. Free time for shopping at the down town of Hanoi. Day 10 Hanoi – Departure (B) There is free time to relax or further explore Ha Noi. The tour ends after your transfer to Noi Bai Airport for departure. TOUR PRICE: US$ per person Inclusion : What all is included in this trip - Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicle with driver - Accommodation: twin sharing room at the mentioned hotels - Meals as indicated ( no drinks) B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner - English or French or Chinese speaking guide - Boat trips in Mekong Delta, Hue, Halong - Entrance fee to indicated sights - Water puppet show - Cyclo trip Exclusion : What is not included in the trip price - Other meals, tip, drinks. - Airport tax - Single room - Personal expenses - Insurance - International flights - Visa fee - Air ticket: SGN/DAD + HUE/HAN = 105 USD per person |