2019 travel dates:
- Aug 26
- Sep 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
- Oct 7, 14, 21, 28
- Nov 4, 11, 18, 25
- Dec 2, 9, 16, 23
2020 travel dates:
- Jan 4, 11, 18, 25
- Feb 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- Mar 7, 14, 21, 28
- Apr 4, 11, 18, 25
- May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
- Jun 6, 13, 20, 27
- Jul 4, 11, 18, 25
- Aug 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- Sep 5, 12, 19, 26
- Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
- Nov 7, 14, 21, 28
- Dec 5, 12, 19, 26
Note: If you cannot choose any from above departure dates, please contact merchant directly at info@hoianexpress.com.vn, they will check the availability and may arrange the trip departing on your request date.
Includes:
- Pre-approval letter for visa on arrival
- Hotel pick-up and return
- Three-star accommodation
- Minivan with air-conditioning
- All entrance fees
- Boat trip in Mekong delta
- Mineral water
- Meals specifically mentioned in the itinerary
- English-speaking tour guide
- Train ticket (Ha Noi – Da Nang), shared berth cabin
- Bus ticket (Ho Chi Minh City – Siem Reap) - 13 hours, air-conditioned, modern, spacious, comfortable 40 seats buses, with tinted window glass, curtains
- Domestic flight tickets (Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh City), 20 kg checked baggage, 7 kg hand baggage
Itinerary:
Day 1 Ha Noi - Arrival
When you arrive in Noi Bai Airport, your driver will pick you up and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Ha Noi.
- Accommodation: Moon View Hotel - Superior room
Day 2: Ha Noi - Bai Dinh - Trang An (B,L)
Tour guide and car will pick you up at meeting point at 8.00am and head to Ninh Binh province for Trang An – Bai Dinh Pagoda. Upon arrival, you’ll pay a visit to Buddha Prayer place in Bai Dinh Pagoda which is recognised as the biggest pagoda in Vietnam with 500 La Han statues. You’ll get to witness the biggest bronze Buddha statue in Vietnam that's 10 metres in height and 100 tons in weight. You will then have lunch in local restaurant with some local special dishes.
Depart to visit Trang An tourist attraction, take boat trip to visit cave complex: Sang Cave, Toi Cave, Ba Giot Cave, Nau Ruou - see the beautiful scenery of mountain and rivers. Trang An is considered as Ha Long on the land. Getting on the car for returning to Ha Noi. Staying overnight in Ha Noi.
- Accommodation: Moon View Hotel - Superior room
Day 3: Ha Noi - Da Nang (B)
After your breakfast in the hotel, you'll have the morning to spend at your leisure. Check out of the hotel at 12.00pm. Your driver will pick you up and transfer you to the train station for the trip to Da Nang by train.
- Accommodation: Overnight on train
Day 4: Da Nang - Hoi An
Upon your arrival in Da Nang train station, your driver will pick you up and transfer to Hoi An. Check in at 2.00pm. You are free to spend your day at leisure
- Accommodation: Osaka Villa - Deluxe room
Day 5: Hoi An (B)
Start the tour at 8.00am with a boat trip to Cam Kim Village. You will head to the Family Temple and discover the beautiful riverside and capture the local fishermen’s lives on their boats. You will have chance to experience the Bamboo Bridges along the river. Passing by green, quiet roads by bike will give you some time to absorb the countryside fresh air, calm your mind, and take in the peaceful lives of local people. The tour guide will give you some interesting information about the local plants, herbs and vegetables along the way. Then, you will stop to meet a local family who will show you how to make colourful sleeping mats. You will try your hand at the making mats techniques by yourself. After that, continue with a ride to another local family to see how to make rice papers and rice crackers. You will have a light lunch there to recharge after your long travels by bicycles.
You will drive back and take a short stop at a local riverside drinking shop, where you will have some sugarcane glasses to refresh you after your adventure. After that, you will head to the harbour and turn back to Hoi An city.
- Accommodation: Osaka Villa - Deluxe room
Day 6: Hoi An - My Son by boat & Marble Mountain (B)
Pick up at meeting point at 8.15am and drive 50 km from Hoi An city to My Son Sanctuary. One of the most stunning sights to see in Hoi An area is My Son, Vietnam’s most important site of the ancient kingdom of Champa. Between the 4th and 13th century a unique culture which owed its spiritual origins to Indian Hinduism developed on the coast of contemporary Vietnam. This is graphically illustrated by the remains of a series of impressive tower-temples located in a dramatic site that was the religious and political capital of the Champa Kingdom for most of its existence. Located in the heart of a beautiful valley and surrounded by high mountains ranges My Son was named a Cultural Heritage site by UNESCO in 1999. Originally built with wood, they were completely destroyed by fire in the 6th century and restored in the 7th century by Sambhuvarman who rebuilt the temples with locally made bricks. Up to the 13th century, more than 70 similar temples were built, establishing My Son as a sanctuary of Hinduism in the Champa Kingdom. After touring in My Son, you will travel up the Thu Bon River by motorized boat, stop en route to visit the traditional Kim Bong Carpentry Village before returning to Hoi An centre. Lunch at your own expense.
You will visit Marble Mountain at 2.00pm. The Marble Mountains are a popular sightseeing location in Da Nang because of its alluring beauty. Stone steps carved into the mountain lead to a Buddhist Pagoda. You can also discover stunning caves and enjoy the beautiful view from the top of the mountain. Upon arrival to the mountain, you can climb up the stone stairs and visit the caves and pagodas as well as admire the beautiful panoramic view. You will then head down the mountain and visit the stone village, where the skilled local sculptors create many marble products. Return hotel after that.
- Accommodation: Osaka Villa - Deluxe room
Day 7: Hoi An - Da Nang - Ho Chi Minh (B)
Have breakfast at the hotel and relax before checking out at 12.00pm. Your driver will pick you up and transfer you to the airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel.
- Accommodation: Hoang Ngan Hotel - Superior room
Day 8: Mekong Delta - My Tho & Ben Tre (B,L)
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. You will leave at 8.00am, a trip to the Mekong Delta offers a glimpse into the unique and distinct agrarian life of the vibrant southern Delta region. You will enjoy a cruise along the Mekong River to one of the Islands (located in the town of My Tho) where you will be entertained with traditional music while enjoying some tea sweetened with bee’s honey.
You can then take a paddle-boat to cruise through the narrow canals of the Mekong. The paddle-boat ride provides an interesting look into local cottage industry of making coconut candies. We will then have a lunch of ‘Elephant Ear’ fish combined with other delicious Vietnamese dishes – a local speciality.
- Accommodation: Hoang Ngan Hotel - Superior room
Day 9: Cu Chi Tunnels (B)
Have breakfast in the hotel and at 8.00am you will venture to The Cu Chi Tunnels - a network of tunnels stretching over 250 km, have proven to be one of the most famous and historical aspects of the Viet Nam War. The tunnel system was created in 1948 to assist the Viet Minh as they fought the French for independence. Digging and building of the tunnels continued over the next 25 years until it was an underground city with living areas, kitchens, storage, weapons factories, field hospitals and command centres. The tunnels could house thousands of people who lived almost entirely underground for years. There, people led relatively normal lives, which included getting married and raising children. During the American War, the entire area of Cu Chi was designated as a free fire zone; and was therefore, heavily attacked and bombed. In 1988, two sections of tunnels were opened up for visitors. Now you have the chance to enjoy this wonderful and informative experience. Created with “moving parts” these structures were designed to liveable for long periods of time.
And for those who are interested, there is an opportunity for you to fire off rounds from a war era M16 or AK47 at the nearby firing range. (This activity is optional, fees for firing range are not included - payable directly to merchant on request).
- Accommodation: Hoang Ngan Hotel - Superior room
Day 10: Ho Chi Minh - Siem Reap (B)
An early start of 6.15am on this day to leave to the bus station to go to Siem Reap. The trip is a 13-hour comfortable bus ride where you'll be dropped off directly at your hotel.
- Accommodation: City River Hotel - Superior room
Day 11: Siem Reap (B)
A half day to visit one of Siem Reap’s authentic floating villages. By visiting a local home you get a better understanding of life on the lake. Return to the port and visit the Silk Farm of Artisans d’Angkor.
- Accommodation: City River Hotel - Superior room
Day 12: Siem Riep - Angkor Temples (Angkor Wat - Angkor Thom) (B,L)
You will spend a full day visiting the well-known Temples of Angkor Archeological Park. Wake up early at 5.00 am to witness the beautiful Sunrise at Angkor Wat or Ta Prohm. Then travel back to the hotel for breakfast and continue the tour - exploring Angkor Thom
- Accommodation: City River Hotel - Superior room
Day 14: Siem Reap - Departure (B)
Check out, then you will be driven to the airport for your departure flight.
Excludes:
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Visa stamp fee USD 25/pax (paid to the Visa office at Noi Bai Airport)
- Cambodia visa (USD35/pax - paid at the border)
- Surcharge on public holiday and compulsory dinner on 24 Dec and 31 Dec (surcharge will be advised and added by Hoi An Express)
- Meals other than those specifically mentioned in itinerary
- Personal expenses are such as laundry, telephone, drinks etc
Conditions
Valid from Aug 27, 2019
Expires Apr 30, 2020
Limit: 4 per user and 2 as gift for others
Bookings essential and must be made by 30th April 2020. Subject to availability. International flights not included. Valid until 31 December 2020. Please advise merchant of your passport details for visa processing at least 15 working days in advance. Day 14 on the itinerary is not included as a tour date. Travel insurance is highly recommended (not included). Surcharge of NZD$224 per-person, twin-share or NZD$291 per solo traveller applies for travel dates that fall into public holidays, 18 & 25 January, 25 April, 19 & 26 December, and compulsory dinner on 24 & 31 December - payable directly to merchant. Must be used in 1 visit. Deal valid for one person on a twin/triple share basis i.e. two vouchers must be purchased at this price unless solo traveller option is chosen. Solo traveller will be accommodated in single rooms. Children 0-5 years old pay 10% of adult price, 6-10 pay 50% of adult price (sharing bed with parents), and full price if an extra bed is requested. Includes: pre-approval letter for visa on arrival, hotel pick-up and return, 3-Star accommodation, minivan with air-conditioning, all entrance fees, boat trip in Mekong delta, mineral water, meals as indicated on itinerary, English-speaking tour guide, train ticket (shared berth cabin), Bus ticket, domestic flight tickets (20 kg checked baggage, 7 kg hand baggage). Excludes: travel insurance, international flights, Visa stamp fee (USD 25/pax - paid to the Visa office at Noi Bai Airport), Cambodia visa (USD35/pax - paid at the border), surcharge, all others services and meals not mentioned in itinerary, personal expenses are such as laundry, telephone, drinks & anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary. Visas are the responsibility of the traveller. Travel insurance recommended. Value of deal is based on current rates, which are subject to change. No refunds unless required by law. No cashback. Not to be used with other offers.
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