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♦ Enjoy classic Vietnamese culture at
a traditional water puppet show
♦ Cruise around Halong bay and soak in
the misty atmosphere of this world
heritage site
♦ Take a boat down Hue’s tranquil
Perfume River to see ancient tombs,
pagodas, temples
♦ Visit 400 year-old Japanese Covered
Bridge, a Chinese communal hall and
colourful markets.
♦ Experience the bustling and vital
atmosphere of the urban life in the
largest HCM city
♦ Take a day trip to the Cu Chi Tunnels
and watch an eccentric religious
ceremony at the main temple of Cao Daism,
♦ Explore the fruit garden try a little
fishing in the backyard pond with bamboo
polls. |
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Day 1: Arrive Ha Noi (D)
Arrive in Hanoi. Transfer to
hotel. Welcome drink and tour briefing. In the
evening, we enjoy the water puppet show, a
traditional art form, dating from the 11th
century. Welcome dinner at Le Tonkin restaurant.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2: Ha Noi City
Tour (B,L,D)
Spending a full day in Vietnam's
capital, we take time to visit Ba Dinh square,
where we have the opportunity to see Ho Chi
Minh's Mausoleum and former residence. With its
history of nearly 1000 years, Hanoi offers us
many interesting sights such as the beautiful
One Pillar Pagoda, the impressive Temple of
Literature (Vietnam first University was founded
in 1076) and the intriguing old quarter with its
age-old traditional crafts and wares. Overnight
in Hanoi
Day 3: Ha Noi - Ha Long (B,L)
Our trip cannot be considered complete
without visiting Halong Bay, one of the world's
wonders and probably the most stunning scenery
in Vietnam. Arriving in Halong, we board our
special boat cruise on the emerald waters dotted
with thousands of islands and islets of this
limestone archipelago. Overnight in Halong
Day 4: Ha Long - Hoi
An (B,D)
We take an early drive from the
unforgettable Halong Bay directly to Noi Bai
airport for the flight to Danang. After a short
drive from Danang, we reach Hoi An, the old
merchant townof central Vietnam. In the evening,
we walk the quiet streets and explore on our
own. Ovenright in Hoian
Day 5: Hoi An - Da
Nang (B,D)
In the morning we wander through this
town filled with charm, which was once a
flourishing port and meeting place of eastern
and western culture during Nguyen dynasty.
Lining the narrow streets, we can see many old
houses, combining the typical architectural
styles of three nations: Vietnam, China and
Japan. After lunch, we continue on to Non Nuoc
resort, where we can walk up the steps to the
Ngu Hanh Marble Mountains and admire the beauty
of the caves. Upon arriving in Danang, we visit
the fascinating Cham Museum. Overnight in Danang
Day 6: Da Nang - Hue (B,L,D)
Travelling North over the breathtaking Hai Van
Pass, we descend into Hue, the ancient Imperial
City of the Nguyen Kings. From the center of
Hue, we board a dragon boat and travel on the
scenic Huong River (Perfume River) to Thien Mu
Pagoda (built in 1601 by King Nguyen Hoang),
followed by a visit to the impressive tomb of
King Ming Mang.
Overnight in Hue
Day 7: Hue - Ho Chi
Minh City (B,D)
A part of the day is spent exploring
the Imperial Citadel and Forbidden City, where
the Nguyen Kings settled and ruled Vietnam. The
great value of this ancient landmark is the
royal architectural complex, which has been
officiallyrecognized by UNESCO as a World
Heritage Site. Before taking the flight to Ho
Chi Minh City, we stop at the fascinating Dong
Ba Market, where we can experience the bustle of
daily life in Hue City. Overnight in HCM city.
Day 8: Ho Chi Minh
City tour (B,L)
This city was known as the Pearl of the
East in the 1960s. Now, Ho Chi Minh City is the
foremost commercial center in Vietnam,
attracting the majority of foreign investors.
Engulfed in the bustling atmosphere of HCMC, we
explore the exciting district of Cho Lon -
Chinatown, with its colorful markets and typical
pagodas such as Thien Hau, followed by a visit
to the historical Reunification Conference Hall.
Overnight in HCM city
Day 9: Tay Ninh - Cu Chi (B,L,D)
Leaving Ho Chi Minh City, we drive west to the
home of the unusual Cao Dai religion and look
inside the temple while attending the noon time
service. On the way back, we stop at Cu Chi, an
area that played a very important role in the
war against both the French and the Americans.
This famous network of underground tunnels
provides us with a remarkable insight into the
hardship and cruelty of any war. Overnight in
HCM city.
Day 10: HCM City - Mekong
Delta - HCM city (B,L,D)
Today we travel further South to My Tho
and experience the Mekong Delta's intricate
waterways by sampan. We visit Thai Son Island
and taste typical fruit of the Delta. Our
exploration includes a walk through the lush
fruit orchards and a chance to enjoy the
hospitality of the locals before returning to Ho
Chi Minh City. Overnight in HCM city.
Day 11: Depart Ho Chi
Minh City (B)
Free time until we are transferred to
the airport for departure.
Accommodation list
|
Location |
Stadard |
Superior |
First class |
Deluxe |
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Hanoi |
Classic Street3* |
Majestic Salute3* |
Guoman 4* |
Sheraton 5* |
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Halong |
Onboard of deluxe Junk Cruise |
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Danang |
Faifo 3* |
Bamboo Green 3* |
Sandy Beach4* |
Furama Rersort5* |
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Hue |
Thanh Lich 2* |
Asia hotel 3* |
Huong Giang4* |
Saigon Morin 4* |
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Saigon |
Empress 3* |
Oscar hotel 3* |
Grand hotel 4* |
Sofitel Saigon
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