BEAUTY OF VIETNAM

BEAUTY OF VIETNAM

(9 days / 8 nights)

Hanoi - Ha Long - Hue - Da Nang - Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels - Vinh Long

Day 1: ARRIVE IN HANOI

Arrive in Hanoi, transfer to the hotel. Hanoi, Vietnam's capital, a stylish and gracious city that retains an unique old world charm and some of Asia's most striking colonial architecture, many peaceful lakes, parks and oriental temples making for a relaxing atmosphere. Take a short sightseeing tour by cyclo through the bustling old quarter streets.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2: HANOI - HA LONG (B)

Today we enjoy a half day city tour including the mausoleum of the nation's founder Ho Chi Minh (close on Monday & Friday), the Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh's house on stilts, the One Pillar Pagoda, and the Temple of Literature.

In the afternoon we depart for Halong Bay through the scenic countryside, stopping en route to visit Dong Trieu ceramic village.

Overnight in Ha Long.

Day 3: HA LONG - HANOI – DANANG – HOIAN (B, L)

We embark on a 4-hour boat for an exploration of the legendary Halong Bay, Vietnam's most impressive scenic sights, a recognized World Natural Heritage Site. This exciting cruise will provide us a fantastic view of the picturesque scenery, skyline with over 3,000 limestone islets rising fantastically from the clear and emerald water. On the way we will anchor for a leisure swim in a secluded cave. Return to Hanoi. Transfer to the airport for the flight to Danang, then transfer to Hoi An.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 4: HOI AN – HUE (B)

Morning visit this ancient town: the 200 year-old Tan Ky house, Phuc Kien Pagoda, the Assembly Hall, the former merchants’ houses, the 400 year-old Japanese Covered Bridge and the colourful riverside market.

Afternoon drive to Hue, the last imperial capital of Vietnam. Stop in Danang to visit the Cham Museum which contains the finest collection of Cham sculpture in the world. Upon arrival to Hue, check in hotel and free.

Overnight in Hue.

Day 5: HUE (B)

Enjoy a morning cruise on the romantic Perfume River to visit Hue’s oldest and most revered site Thien Mu Pagoda, then the Mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang. In the afternoon, visit the Imperial Citadel, the Purple Forbidden City, the Mausoleum of Emperor Tu Duc and the bustling Dong Ba market.

Overnight in Hue.

Day 6: HUE - HO CHI MINH CITY (B)

Morning fly to Ho Chi Minh city, the biggest industrial and commercial city of Vietnam. Visit the Reunification Palace, War Remnant Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, Old Saigon Post Office, Saigon’s China Town, Thien Hau Pagoda and Binh Tay wholesale market.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.

Day 7: HO CHI MINH - CU CHI TUNNELS (B)

Excursion to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels (60 km), visit the incredible underground tunnel network of over 200 kilometers hand-constructed by Vietnam Communist guerrillas, virtually underneath the U.S. bases, to stage surprise attacks.

Return to Ho Chi Minh city and free for leisure

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.

Day 8: HO CHI MINH – VINH LONG (B)

Travel by road into the Mekong Delta (125 km), stopping in the town of Cai Be, well-known for its floating market. We start boating to Cai Be Floating Market for first – hand experience of various commercial activities such exchanging goods, fruit and many other commodities on their vessels.

Landing on the small villages to contemplate panoramic views and fresh fruits; we keep cruising to Vinh Long Province via small canals to enjoy the charm of the Upper Mekong Delta. We also pay a visit to some hand – made family business products such as the coconut candy mill and the crispy rice popcorn. We continue visiting Binh Hoa Phuoc village known as the green pearl of Vinh Long town where you can pamper yourself in incredible nature. Return to Ho Chi Minh city.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.

Day 9: HO CHI MINH - DEPARTURE (B)

Free at leisure until transfer to Tan Son Nhat airport for departure flight.

Inclusion:

•   All transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicle with driver

•    8 nights hotel accommodation in twin sharing room

•    Breakfasts, 1 lunch on boat in Ha Long

•    English speaking tour guide,

•    Entrance fees,

•    Boat trips in Ha Long, Hue, Vinh Long.

•    Fruit in Vinh Long

•    1 FOC for group of 15 paying pax up, base on twin sharing room, for land cost only.

Exclusion:

•    Visa to Vietnam

•    International and domestic flights

•    Drinks

•    Other meals

•    Single room

•    Travel insurance

        •    Tip

•    Personal expenses

•    Any optional tours or activities during free time