Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Bangkok - Hanoi (by flight). Meals: none
On arrival at Noibai Airport, you are met and transferred to hotel. Hanoi, Vietnam's capital is a stylish and gracious city that retains an unique old world charm and some Asia ‘s most striking colonial architecture. The are many lakes and parks for a relaxing atmosphere. If time permit we enjoy a short cyclo excursion through the bustling old quarter streets named after the specific goods once offered for sale! O/N in Hanoi
Day 2: Hanoi - Halong (B)
This morning we enjoy a half-day city tour starting with the Ho Chi Minh Complex, containing the mausoleum of the nation’s founder Ho Chi Minh, the Presidential Palace and Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts. The complex also comprises with One Pillar Pagoda whose origins date back to the foundation of Hanoi.
We follow this with a trip to the Temple of Literature well known as Vietnam’s first university and the History Museum displaying an excellent collection of artifacts illustrating the Vietnamese history. The peaceful lake of Hoan Kiem and the bustling Dong Xuan Market are also visited before we depart for Halong bay truly one of Vietnam’s most impressive scenic sights. O/N in Halong
Day 3: Halong - Hanoi. Meals: B, L. This morning we embark on a boat for an exploration of the legendary Halong bay. This exciting five hour cruise will provide us a fantastic view of the picturesque scenery blending with the sky and some 3,000 limestone islands rising amazingly from the clear and emerald water. The limestone karts formations are littered with beaches, grottoes and beautiful caves. After a seafood lunch on board we return to Hanoi, stopping en route at Dong Trieu pottery village. We arrive Hanoi in time to see an evening performance of Hanoi's famous water puppets. O/N in Hanoi
Day 4: Hanoi - Danang - Hoian (B)
An early morning flight to Da Nang, on arrival we are greeted and drive to Hoian old town which was originally a Cham seaport but has been influenced down centuries by a myriad of traders from various cultures. There are plenty to see in this tranquil and delightful town, some of which are the famous Japanese Covered Bridges, the Pottery Museum, the 200 years old Tan ky House, the Chua Ong Pagoda and the bustling market. We visit these sights on an exciting walking tour past many low tiled houses scattered along the small streets and assembly halls which reflect the town's multi-cultural past. O/N in Hoian
Day 5: Hoian - Hue (B)
Upon leaving Hoian we set off on a scenic drive north to Hue the last imperial capital of Vietnam. Along the way we explore the sensational Marble Mountains and the China Beach before continuing to the interesting Cham Museum in Da Nang City. The winding road begins as we make our way up the spectacular Hai Van pass. At the top of the pass we will stop to admire a fantastic view north to Lang Co beach and south to Da Nang.
Arriving in Hue we enjoy a boat trip on the Perfume River visiting beautiful Thien Mu Pagoda, stopover at the bustling Dong Ba Market. After our boat trip we will visit the Imperial City and the Forbidden Purple City. This royal residence was all but destroyed during the 1968 Tet Offensive, however it is still fascinating to walk among the ruins. O/N in Hue
Day 6: Hue - Ho Chi Minh (B)
The sightseeing tour of Hue would not be complete without a visit to the elaborate tomb of Emperor Tu Duc. After seeing this sight we board a flight south Ho Chi Minh City. A city, which is still called Saigon by many locals people crowded with bikes and motorbikes, excited by numerous shopping area and sidewalk cafés. An afternoon city tour takes us in the Reunification Palace, which was the former residence of the President of South Vietnam until end of April 1975.
Close to the palace are some beautiful French Colonial structures including the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Old Sai Gon Post Office. We also visit the Jade Emperor Pagoda and the War Remnant before we continue to the bustling Ben Thanh Market where handy craft, lacquer ware and more on sales! O/N in Ho Chi Minh City
Day 7: Ho Chi Minh - Mekong Delta (B, L)
Heading out of the town, we travel by road to My Tho province. Arriving My Tho we embark on a boat navigating around the small canals in the Mekong delta, which is a great way to observe the local lifestyle closeup. We pass through the lush green vegetation to an orchard where opportunities to visit various fascinating local industries. After feasting on a huge lunch followed with seasonal fruits. O/N in Ho Chi Minh
Day 8: Ho Chi Minh - Bangkok (by flight) (B)
There is a free time to relax or further explore Ho Chi Minh. The trip ends after your transfer to Tan San Nhat airport for departure
Price per person (twin sharing):
5 stars hotel = US$ 1,476
4 stars hotel = US$ 1,284
3 stars hotel = US$ 1,173
5* Hanoi Melia Hanoi or similar
4* Sunway hotel or similar
3* Hao Binh Hotel or similar
5* Halong Halong Plaza hotel or similar
4* Heritage Halong hotel
3* Halong Pearl Hotel or similar
5* Hoi An Palm Garden Resort or similar
4* Hoian Beach Resort or similar
3* Hoi An hotel or similar
5* Hue Saigon Morin hotel or similar
4* Huong Giang hotel or similar
3* Festival Hue hotel or similar
5* Ho Chi Minh Renaissance Riverside or similar
4* Rex hotel or similar
3* Palace hotel or similar
Notes:
Airfare is included in the tour price.
Included:
- Private transfer by air-conditioned vehicle
- Accommodations as mentioned based on twin sharing
- Meals as indicated
- Entry fee
- Sightseeing tours as stated
- English Local Speaking Guide
- Air ticket Bangkok – Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh – Bangkok
Not included:
- International air tickets from / to Thailand
- Other meals
- Personal expenses, drinks, tips
- Visa fee
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