Vietnam - The Hidden Charm

( 10 days/ 9 nights tours)

Day 1: Arrival Hanoi (D)

On arrival at Hanoi's Noi Bai International airport, you will be greeted by our guide and transferred to the hotel in town. Have dinner at Vietnamese restaurant in French Quarter of Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2: Hanoi city tour (B/L/D)

After breakfast at hotel, leave for full day city tour to visit Hanoi's most interesting sights, including the Ho Chi Minh complex: Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum and his Stilts House, Presidential Palace and the One Pillar pagoda nearby, and the Old Quarter also known as the 36 streets and guilds. Also on the tour - the Lake of the Restored Sword and Ngoc Son temple, the Temple of Literature, peaceful West Lake with lovers street Thanh Nien, the sedate Tran Quoc pagoda and Quan Thanh temple and one of the city's museums, either the History Museum or the Ethnology Museum. In the evening enjoy Vietnamese traditional water puppet show.Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 3: Ha Noi - Ha Long Bay- Hanoi (B/L/D)

Have breakfast at hotel, we drive to Halong city then, approximately 3 hours away. Once at Halong city you will board our private boat for 4 hours cruise of this stunning area, stopping along the way to visit one of the limestone caves in the area, Thien Cung Grotto (The Heaven Palace grotto) and Dau Go Cave (Drift Wood Cave). After 4 hours navigation we sail back to harbor and drive back to your hotel in Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 4: Ha Noi - Da Nang - Hoi An (B/L/D)

Transfer to airport and fly on to Danang. Upon arrival at Danang you will be greeted by our guide. Let enjoy Danang city tour to visit Cham Museum where you can find out more about this ancient but advanced civilization. After leaving Danang we will make our way the short distance to the Marble Mountains, where there will be the opportunity to climb to the top and admire the temples that have a commanding view over the surrounding district. We will continue to the delightful town of Hoi An, approximately 30km away. Once in Hoi An we will check into our hotel and have some free time to explore the ancient city. Overnight in Hoi An.

 
Day 5: Hoi An - Hue (B/L/D)

We bid Hoi An farewell this morning and continue our north bound journey. The destination for today is the old imperial city of Hue about four hours away. Along the way we will travel over the Hai Van pass, stopping at the top to take in the stunning views north over Lang Co beach before arriving in Hue.

This afternoon we embark on a tour of the city. A visit to Hue would not be complete without taking in attractions such as the Citadel and the Forbidden Purple city, the Imperial museum and the Dong Ba market. You should taste the finest cuisine of Hue in the Tropical Garden Restaurant. Overnight in Hue.

Day 6: Ancient Capital Hue city tour (B/L/D)

Rising up in the ancient land, breakfast in hotel, we board on a private boat for cruising along the romantic Perfume River. This time we head out for the countryside. Being the ancient capital, Hue is surrounded with ancient tombs of emperors past, and a visit to some of these tombs will be on the itinerary for today.

The charming Lady pagoda (Thien Mu pagoda) will be the first stop of the day. Setting in the converge of rivers, and gives you a great view on the Perfume river and surrounding area. Thien Mu Pagoda which is considered the unofficial symbol of Hue, and the greatest Buddhism Centre in Centre Vietnam.

We process to the eccentric Tu Duc's tomb. From here we will cruise further to the ornate Minh Mang's tomb. We will enjoy lunch on boat before getting out the Dragon boat. We drive to the very strange Khai Dinh's Tomb before making our way back to hotel. Overnight in Hue.

Day 7: Hue - Ho Chi Minh (B/L/D)

Transfer to airport for a short flight to Saigon. You are greeted and transferred to your hotel in town. This city tour unravels Saigon's turbulent past and also provides a glimpse into the fascinating variety the city has to offer. This city tour includes The Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post Office, Remnant War museum, Giac Lam pagoda, China town with ancient pagodas and temples, and bustling Binh Tay market. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.

Day 8: Ho Chi Minh - Cu Chi tunnels - Cao Dai temples (B/ L/D)

At 8:00 pick up at hotel, this morning we drive to Cao Dai temples in Tay Ninh to observe the midday service. Following lunch we will drive to the Cu Chi tunnels and then return to Saigon at around 18:00.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.

Day 9: Mekong Delta (B/L/D)

Leave Saigon to lush My Tho where we boat on a private boat to through the green vegetation of the canals to an orchard, where we are treated to a delicious lunch in bonsai garden in the heart of Mekong, complete with tropical fruits. We also visit the snake farm Dong Tam that breeds snakes for, among other things, snake wine and enjoy a bonsai garden in Truong Luong before heading back to Ho Chi Minh city.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.

Day 10: Ho Chi Minh - Departure (B)

Free to relax until transfer to the airport.

Price from 699 USD/Pax, with standard services

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Price included:

1. Accommodation at hotel ( twins/double/triple sharing)

2. Private transfer as itinerary

3. Meals as mentioned

4. All entrance fees

5. English speaking guide ( other languages available upon request)

6. Private boat trip in Halong Bay, Perfume River and Mekong River

7. Demestic flight ( one way): Saigon- Quy Nhon, Danang- Hanoi

8. Water puppet show in Hanoi

9. Mineral water ( 1 bottle/pax/day)

Price excluded:

1. All international airport tax

2. International flights

3. Visa to Vietnam and Visa arrangement

4. Early check in or late check out

5. Single room

6. Other meals with drinks

7. Travel insurance

8. Tips & other services not mentioned above