For travelers with less time but who still want to discover the real Vietnam, this 8 day program with the most interesting locations in the country, introducing the mystery of old Hanoi, the magnificence of Halong Bay, the historical and cultural depth of Hue and Danang and the bustling Ho Chi Minh City. It's the perfect introduction to most fascinating cultures in Asia.

Day 1 : Hanoi – Halong (D)
Arrival in Hanoi - transfer to Halong Bay by road - Journey east along Highway 5 across Hai Duong province. Arrive in Halong City in late afternoon. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Halong.

Day 2 : Halong – Hanoi (B/ L/ D)
4 hours trip on the amazing Halong Bay, the cruise weaves the islands of Fighting cocks, Turtle islet, Stone Dog….Stop to visit, Thien Cung and Dau Go Grottoes. After the fresh seafood lunch on board disembark the boat and transfer back to Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi

Day 3 : Hanoi (B/ L/ D)
Full day tour of Hanoi - a city of lakes, shaded boulevards and public parks, is the capital of Vietnam. It is a very attractive city with French style buildings and less traffic than other cities in Asia. Highlighted tours to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, The Temple of Literature, One Pillar Pagoda, Opera House, Tran Quoc Pagoda, Ngoc Son Temple. Overnight in Hanoi

Day 4 : Hanoi – Hue (B/ L/ D)
Transfer to Noi Bai Airport for morning flight from Hanoi to Hue - meet at the airport and transfer to hotel. Sightseeing old Imperial City with Forbidden City & King Tu Duc tomb. Back to the city. Overnight in Hue

Day 5 : Hue – Danang (B/ L/ D)
Excursion on romantic perfume River to the Thien Mu Pagoda with boat trip, on the bank of the Perfume River, proceeding to Danang by van coming over Hai Van " Ocean Cloudy Pass " and Lang Co lagoon. Stop at Lang Co for photo. Proceed to Danang. Visit Cham Museum, Non Nuoc stone carving village. Overnight in Danang

Day 6 : Danang – Saigon (B/ L/ D)
Transfer to Danang Airport for morning flight from Danang to Saigon. Highlighted city tours: Notre Dame Church, Reunification Palace, City Hall, Chinatown, Thien Hau Pagoda. Free shopping at Ben Thanh Market. Free at leisure. Overnight in Saigon

Day 7 : Saigon (B/ L/ D)
Excursion to Tay Ninh: this town serves as the headquarters of one of Vietnam's religions, Caodaism. The Caodai Great Temple at the sect's Holy See is one of the most striking structures in all of Asia and was built between 1933 and 1955. Lunch at local restaurant
Continue to – Cu Chi Underground Tunnels - Cu Chi was an important military base during the American War, because of its strategic location. Overnight in Saigon.

Day 8: Saigon Departure (B)
Free at leisure before transfer to the Tan Son Nhat airport to take flight back home. End of service.

TOUR PRICE:  US$ per person

Inclusion

- Hotel accommodation & daily breakfast
- Private transfer and transportation on tour
- Entrance fee and private boat trip
- Meals as indicated (no drinks)
- B: breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner
- Sightseeing with local English speaking guides

Exclusion

- All international airport taxes
- Other international flights
- Early check in and Late check out
- Other meals with drinks
- Travel insurance
- Other service not mentioned above
- Domestic Air tickets:  HAN/HUI +  DAD/SGN = 105 USD per person