2019 Departure Dates:
- January: 5th, 8th, 12th, 15th, 19th, 22nd, 26th
- February: 12th,16th, 19th, 23rd, 26th
- March: 2nd, 5th, 9th, 12th, 16th, 19th, 23rd, 26th, 30th
- April: 2nd, 6th, 9th, 13th, 16th, 20th 23rd
- May: 4th, 7th, 11th, 14th, 18th, 21st, 25th, 28th
- June: 1st, 4th, 8th, 11th, 15th, 18th, 22nd, 25th, 29th
- July: 2nd, 6th, 9th, 13th, 16th, 20th, 23rd, 27th, 30th
- August: 3rd, 6th, 10th, 13th, 17th, 20th, 24th, 31st
- September: 3rd, 7th, 10th, 14th, 17th, 21st, 24th, 28th
- October: 1st, 5th, 8th, 12th, 15th, 19th, 22nd, 26th, 29th
- November: 2nd, 5th, 9th, 12th, 16th, 19th, 23rd, 26th, 30th
- December: 3rd, 7th, 10th, 14th, 17th
Includes:
- Pre-approval letter for visa on arrival
- Hotel pick-up and return
- Accommodations (twin-share)
- Minivan with air-conditioning
- All entrance fees
- Boat trip in Ha Long, in Mekong Delta
- Mineral water
- Meals specific in the itinerary (B = breakfast, L= lunch, D = dinner)
- English speaking tour guide
- Domestic Flight ticket (Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang; Da Nang – Ha Noi), 20 kg checked baggage, 7 kg hand baggage
- Join in a group tour of maximum 10 people
Excludes:
- Visa stamp fee USD25 (paid to the Visa office at Tan Son Nhat Airport)
- Room surcharge on public holiday and Compulsory dinner on New Year Eve and Christmas
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
Itinerary:
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - Arrival
Pick-up and welcome at the airport with the transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Three-star option: SEN VIET HOTEL - Deluxe
Four-star option: MUONG THANH SAI GON – Deluxe
Five-star option: EASTIN GRAND HOTEL – Superior
Day 2: Mekong Delta – Cai Be floating market (B, L)
The day will begin with a two-hour ride from Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong Delta. Upon arrival, you will take a boat cruise to visit Cai Be Floating Market. The floating market is one of the most interesting and exciting attractions in the Mekong Delta. At the floating market, you can watch locals aboard their small boats trading fresh goods and local commodities. You will stop over at a local house where we can see how they make coconut candy, rice-paper, rice-pop corn and rice wine. Leave Cai Be for Tan Phong Islet where the maze of shady creeks will surely fascinate you. You will have a chance to spend time, enjoying traditional music and tropical fruits. Have a traditional lunch at a local home, including the popular dish of ‘Elephant Ear Fish’. Return to Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Three-star option: SEN VIET HOTEL - Deluxe
Four-star option: MUONG THANH SAI GON – Deluxe
Five-star option: EASTIN GRAND HOTEL – Superior
Day 3: Cu Chi Tunnels - Da Nang (B, L)
Start the day with a visit to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, a network of tunnels stretching over 200 km. Cu Chi became legendary during the 1960's in playing a vital role in the Vietnam War by allowing Viet Cong (communist guerillas) to control large rural areas, just 30 to 40 km away from Ho Chi Minh City. After lunch, transfer to airport for a flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, pick up and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Da Nang.
Three-star option: TITAN HOTEL - Deluxe
Four-star option: VANDA HOTEL – Deluxe
Five-star option: GRAND MERCURE DANANG - Superior
Day 4 Da Nang – My Son Sanctuary (B)
After breakfast, a visit to the My Son Sanctuary is an experience that should not be missed while visiting the beautiful city of Hoi An. With us as your tour guide, enjoy a half-day trip to visit the capital and religious centre of the former Champa Kingdom, My Son, which has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. During a time spanning from the 4th to 8th centuries, when Tra Kieu (then known as Simhapura) served as the political capital of Champa, My Son was the site of the most important Cham intellectuals and a religious centre. It is also believed that this site could have been used as a place of burial for Cham monarchs. My Son is considered to be Cham’s counterpart to the grand cities of South-East Asia’s other Indian influenced civilizations: Angkor (Cambodia), Bagan (Myanmar), Ayuthaya (Thailand), and Borobudur (Java). After the tour to the sanctuary, we will return to your hotel. Free time in the afternoon. Overnight in Da Nang.
Three-star option: TITAN HOTEL - Deluxe
Four-star option: VANDA HOTEL – Deluxe
Five-star option: GRAND MERCURE DANANG - Superior
Day 5 Da Nang - Hoi An - Ann Tailor for a free tailor-made item of clothing – Hoi An City Tour (B)
10:00 Check out. Transfer to Hoi An and contact Ann Tailor at 30 Tran Hung Dao Street, Hoi An Town to have a free tailor-made item of clothing. In the afternoon, exploring Hoi An on foot is one of the best ways to absorb the beauty of this city. While walking around Hoi An, exploring the small yet beautiful town, tourists (even frequent visitors) find that it is a place of quiet and peace. The unique atmosphere combines elements of Vietnam, China and Japan. The most remarkable views are from the ancient houses, reminding visitors of a long gone past and providing a momentary glimpse of a more subdued and simple time. The tour includes visits to Hoi An’s Museum, many of the town’s renowned Ancient Houses which boast remarkable architecture, Assembly Halls of Chinese influence, a handicraft workshop, and of course the Japanese Covered Bridge. Overnight in Hoi An.
Three-star option: Thanh Binh III - ROH
Four-star option: TROPICAL BEACH RESORT – Deluxe
Five-star option: LA SIESTA RESORT & SPA – Deluxe
Day 6 Hoi An – Foodie tour (B, L)
09:00 Discover Hoi An’s countryside and its local food by bicycle. You will start the tour by going through the countryside and stop to enjoy a bowl of Cao Lau. Cao Lau is a speciality and a traditional Hoi An dish composed of flat noodles, pork, bean sprouts, and greens served in a savoury broth. The noodles are made with local sticky rice soaked in the water that must be taken from Ba Le Well. You will continue our visit to Tra Que, a famous vegetable village, and on to Cam Ha. You will have the opportunity to enjoy My Quang noodles, another very famous local speciality. Before the end of the tour, you will go to Cam Nam to enjoy the Ying and Yang food. This tour is definitely an interesting journey, allowing you to try local specialities and enjoy the charming countryside of Hoi An.
Three-star option: Thanh Binh III - ROH
Four-star option: TROPICAL BEACH RESORT – Deluxe
Five-star option: LA SIESTA RESORT & SPA – Deluxe
Day 7: Hoi An – Da Nang – Ha Noi City Tour (B, L)
Have breakfast. Check out. Transfer to Da Nang airport for a flight to Ha Noi. You visit the Temple of Literature (The first Imperial School in Vietnam), Hoan Kiem Lake, the Jade Mountain Temple, But Tower (Pen-Shaped Tower), Dai Nghien (Ink Stand), The Red – painted wooden and the Huc Bridge...Have acyclo (pedicab) ride around Ha Noi ancient town. Overnight in Ha Noi.
Three-star option: FLOWER HOTEL – Superior
Four-star option: FLOWER GARDEN HOTEL – Deluxe
Five-star option: SHERATON HANOI HOTEL – Deluxe
Day 8: Ha Noi - Ha Long Bay (B, L, D)
The shuttle bus will pick you up at your hotel and depart for Ha Long Bay, go through the scenic countryside. The wondrous Ha Long Bay is truly one of Vietnam’s most impressive scenic sights. Heading out of the town, embark on a boat for an exploration of the legendary Ha Long Bay. This exciting cruise will provide 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 karsts formations are littered with beaches, grottoes and beautiful caves. Along the way, anchor for a leisurely swim in a secluded cove and an enjoyable visit to one of the many hidden grottoes beneath towering cliffs. Stay overnight on the Junk Cruise.
Three-star option: MAJESTIC CRUISE – Deluxe
Four-star option: FLAMINGO CRUISE – Deluxe
Five-star option: BHAYA CLASSIC – Deluxe
Day 9: Ha Long Bay - Ha Noi (B, L)
After breakfast, swimming and sunbathing. After lunch, return to Ha Noi. Overnight in Ha Noi.
Three-star option: FLOWER HOTEL – Superior
Four-star option: FLOWER GARDEN HOTEL – Deluxe
Five-star option: SHERATON HANOI HOTEL – Deluxe
Day 10: Departure (B)
Breakfast and free time until time to go to the airport for departure flight. Transfer to Noi Bai International Airport.
