Classic Images of Today's Vietnam - 10 days/9 nights

For travelers with less time but who still want to discover the real Vietnam, this 10 day program visits the most interesting locations in the country, introducing the mystery of old Hanoi, the magnificence of Ha Long Bay, the historic Center and the tropical evergreen South. It’s the perfect introduction to one of Asia’s most fascinating cultures.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi (D)

Upon arrival at Hanoi’s international airport, our guide will welcome you then transfer to Hanoi city center by car.

In the evening, you will enjoy a welcome dinner accompanied by a traditional Vietnamese music show.
Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2: Hanoi city tour (B, L)

Today we will begin to tour Hanoi, visiting the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the One Pillar Pagoda the Museum of Ethnology and the Temple of Literature. Walk around the Hoan Kiem Lake, and enjoy a one-hour cyclo ride around the Old Quarter.

In the early evening, attend a famous Water Puppet Show.
Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 3: Ha Noi - Ha Long (B, L,D )

Vietna TripAdvisor pick up at your hotel then depart Ha Noi at 8:00 am and driver 3 hours by coach to Ha Long City , Get on Bai Tu Long Junk, enjoy welcome drink and a luch of asvoury local sea food. Check into your cabin anf start on a 4 hour cuise of the bay to see the amazing karsts with different in formations : Lion, Tea Pot, Toad, Dau Nguoi ( Human Head) islet,

and then stop for walk though the Sung sot cave " Amazing Cave). There will be plenty of time for swimming and subathing( weather permitting) as you anchor for a night on the bay . Enjoy a wonderful sunset dinner in our beautiful restaurant before retiring to the comfort of your cabin.

Day 4: Ha Long Bay - Ha Noi (B, L )

You will spend the morning cruising Va Gia floating Village for visting , kayaking, then going to Bai Tu Long Bay, the neglected area which is the most spectacular bay with islands in different shapes , then you have a look at Hon Gai market, Poem Island. Come back to Ha Long city for lunch in the restaurant. After luch, return to Ha Noi city. Arrive in Ha Noi around 4:00 PM and end the trip. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 5: Hanoi – Hue (B, L)

Transfer to airport to catch an early flight south to Hue, the ancient imperial city of the Nguyen Kings. With the help of UNESCO and other international organizations, the palace buildings are being restored. Our guide and driver will pick up you at the airport and transfer to your hotel to check in.

In the afternoon, you can head into town by cyclo to visit the market and the ancient Royal Citadel, constructed in 1805 and the greatest legacy of the Nguyen emperors.
Overnight in Hue.

Day 6: Hue – Hoi An (B, L)

In the morning, we take a boat ride on the Perfume River, visit the Thien Mu Pagoda then drive to visit Tu Duc King’s Tomb.

In the afternoon, drive to ancient Hoi An via the breathtaking Hai Van Pass, marveling at some of Vietnam’s most spectacular scenery. Check in hotel in Hoi An.
Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 7: Hoi An (B, L)

You will spend the rest of day visiting the town of Hoi An – walking over the Japanese Bridge, visiting the different Chinese Assembly Halls and pagodas and walking the market.

In the afternoon, you will take a boat ride to some of the islands in the river. Here you can see some of the craftspeople at work – carvers, papermakers, and others or enjoy the unspoilt Cua Dai beach at your leisure.
Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 8: Saigon & Cu Chi (B, L)

Early in the morning we transfer to Danang airport to fly to Ho Chi Minh City. The city is fast regaining its reputation as one of Asia’s most vibrant cities. Our guide and driver will pick up you at the airport and drive to Cu Chi tunnels to experience the amazing labyrinth of underground tunnels used by guerrillas during the war.

In the afternoon, we begin to tour Saigon including the Notre Dame Cathedral, the splendid Post Office, and War Remnants Museum, and the Reunification Palace.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 9: Mekong Delta – Vinh Long (B, L)

You will depart from the hotel at 7:30 am. We drive to Vinh Long and enjoy a boat trip along the rivers narrow waterways, overhung with dense vegetation. We will have the opportunity to try exotic fruits in one of the many orchards.

For lunch we serve the local delicacy - an Elephant’s ear fish. We continue with a visit to Caibe floating market and a snake farm in Mytho on the way back.

Day 10: Departure (B)

Free at your leisure until transfer to airport for departure flight (note: check out hotel at 12:00). End of our services

Price: US$1080 per person, twin share (single-supp: 280)

Minimum 02 persons

Tour includes:

Internal flights: Hanoi-Hue & Danang-Saigon with Vietnam Airlines, economy class
All land transportation as shown in the program
9 nights in comfortable 3-star accommodation in twin sharing room
18 meals - 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 1 dinner
English-speaking local guides
Boat cruising on Halong bay, Perfume river (Hue), Thu Bon river (Hoian) and Mekong Delta (Vinh Long)
Cyclo rides in Hanoi and Hue
All entrance and sightseeing fees

Tour excludes:

International airfares & airport taxes in/out Vietnam
(Single) Entry visa to Vietnam (US$ 69 per person for On-arrival visa)
Meals that not mentioned in the program
Travel insurance
Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, telephone...)
Tips

Hotels to be used:

Hanoi: Green Park/Hoa Binh/Galaxy or similar
Halong: Halong Bay/Bach Dang or similar
Hue: Festival/Dong Da or similar
Hoian: Hoian/Ancient house or similar
Saigon: Palace/Bong Sen 1/Kim Do or similar

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