Others

– All sightseeing tickets according to the itinerary – Tissues and water on coach – Service charges and government tax – 24/7 hotline support guaranteed

Accommodation

3-stars hotels: Hanoi: San Premium Hotel or similar Halong Bay: Le Journey Cruise or similar Hue: Cherish Hue Hotel or similar Mui Ne: Sunny Beach Resort or similar Ho Chi Minh: Queen Ann Hotel or similar 4-stars hotels: Hanoi: Tirant Hotel or similar Halong Bay: La Pandora Cruise or similar Hue: Eldora Hotel or similar Mui Ne: Alezboo Resort or similar Ho Chi Minh: Alagon Sai Gon Hotel or similar 5-stars hotels: Hanoi: Apricot Hotel or similar Halong Bay: Doris Cruise or similar Hue: Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel and Spa or similar Mui Ne: Sailing Club Mui Ne or similar Ho Chi Minh: The Myst Dong Khoi or similar Check-in room at 14:00 // Check-out room at 12:00 noon (Except Early check-in or Late check-out mentioned in the program)

Guide

Experienced English-speaking guide French/German/Spanish/ Russian/ Chinese speaking guides are available upon request. The surcharge will be applied

Transport

- Door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services by private car - Private transfer from Ho Chi Minh City to Mui Ne and Mui Ne to Ho Chi Minh City - Air-conditioned bus between Hanoi and Halong Bay (2-way) - Air-conditioned bus or private cars for the excursions

Hygieneprotocol

For visiting South-East Asia it is recommended (but not mandatory) to be vaccinated against Hepatitis A and B, Japanese Encephalitis, Typhoid, and Covid-19.  Please note, to enter Vietnam you need to provide a vaccination certificate for Covid-19, in Laos and Thailand you can enter without a certificate but need to provide a negative PCR or rapid test issued no earlier than 48 hours before arrival. In Cambodia, if you do not have the vaccination certificate you will be obligated to make a test at the airport upon arrival.  Please contact our team before the trip to get the latest updates on vaccination requirements

Meals

As per the tour program: B=breakfast L-Lunch D-Dinner

Flights

Domestic flight from Hanoi to Hue (included 20 kg luggage/person) Domestic flight from Hue to Ho Chi Minh City (included 20 kg luggage/person) ** The cost of internal airfares is paid separately upon arrival to Realistic Asia as a local payment. The airfare fees are separated from the main tour cost because the prices of internal airfare can vary based on a number of factors, such as travel period, availability of flights, and fuel taxes. We keep it as a local payment to benefit our travelers by keeping tour costs lower and providing more flexibility during the booking process, and ensuring that travelers have a smooth and stress-free experience while on their trip.

Not included:

Insurance

Travel Insurance is not included.

Others

X International flights and departure taxes X Beverage, Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities X Early check-in and late check-out (If not mentioned) X Compulsory Gala Dinner on 24 Dec, 31 Dec and 21 Jan (Tet) X Public holiday surcharge (Christmas and New Year, Tet holiday) if applicable X Surcharge for airport cabs from 12:00 am – 05:00 am X Visa to Vietnam (you can apply for online visa) X Services not mentioned above

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Day 1 Welcome To Vietnam - Hanoi Arrival
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Welcome To Vietnam - Hanoi Arrival

Your Vietnam adventure begins with your arrival in Hanoi. Your private driver will meet you at the airport, holding a signboard with your name. He will escort you to your accommodation right in the heart of the city, with the fascinating Old Quarter at your fingertips. You can easily explore the city at your own pace or relax at the hotel after the flight.

Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2 Get Away From The Big City With Ba Vi Eco Tour (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Get Away From The Big City With Ba Vi Eco Tour (B/L)

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel then our experienced English-speaking guide take you on the trip to Ba Vi, a countryside located on the outskirt of Hanoi.

Arrive at Ri village, enjoy the welcome drink and snacks, and meet your first host - Mr. Duoc, a Vietnam War veteran and tea-farm owner. Listen to the stories of Mr. Duoc’s life during the war while enjoying the drink and then visit his tea plantation. You will learn how to pick the best tea leaves to make the most wonderful beverage in Vietnam. Carry on with the tea production at his small workshop, where most of the work is manual.
Then have a short drive to Moc village, where you will meet your next host Mrs. Chin, who will teach you how to cook local Vietnamese dishes. Later have the meals you made for lunch in a beautiful tropical garden.

Have a short break after lunch, and join Mrs. Chin for a walk around the village. You will visit some local families to understand the rural lifestyle and learn how tofu, conical hats, and other local products are made. Then have a cycling trip through beautiful paddy fields. Wrap up your countryside tour with traditional feet soak in warm water with herbs, following the traditional recipes of the Muong ethnic minority. It will relax you (and your feet) after cycling around the village. Later, enjoy a transfer from Ba Vi back to your accommodation.

Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 3 Explore The Magnificent Ha Long Bay By Cruise (B/L/D) - Shared Cruise, Bus
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Explore The Magnificent Ha Long Bay By Cruise (B/L/D) - Shared Cruise, Bus

In the morning, check out of the hotel, and get picked up by the Cruise team. Take the most scenic route to reach Halong Bay, taking you across the Red River Delta with emerald green rice paddies stretching for as far as the eyes can see.

On arrival at the pier, you will board the cruise and enjoy the fantastic views of limestone rocks and the karst grottoes. Have an utterly delicious seafood lunch and enjoy the time at the sundeck exploring the Bay.
The cruise will stop in a secret place where you will spend time kayaking or swimming, so you can explore the karst grottoes closer. Towards the evening, you will return to the boat for an early dinner, followed by some time at leisure. You can optionally attend the activities taking part on the boat or just relax.

Overnight on cruise.
Day 4 Halong Bay - Back To Hanoi (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Halong Bay - Back To Hanoi (B/L)

Rise early today to view the sunrise at the wonder of nature with breakfast served in the dining room. A Tai Chi class on the sun deck will awaken your mind and muscles.

Then head off to visit the limestone cave full of stalagmites and stalactites, after your exploration return to the boat to check out and enjoy the brunch while the cruise is sailing back to the harbor. Later you will be transferred to your accommodation in Hanoi.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 5 Hanoi - Flight To Hue (B) - Flight Included
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hanoi - Flight To Hue (B) - Flight Included

Relish the remaining moment in Hanoi before your private driver escorts you to the airport to take the flight to Hue. When you arrive at the airport, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation. The rest of the time is free for leisure.
Overnight in Hue.
Day 6 Learn How To Make A Kite (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Learn How To Make A Kite (B)

The imperial city of Hue is known for its beautiful kites, so why not spend your morning learning more about this traditional craft? Today your guide will meet you at 08:30, and you will learn about Hue’s rich culture and heritage from a local artisan.
Start the tour by cycling 3 miles to meet your instructor, a local kite lover who is also a third-generation kite maker in Hue. To begin the day, take a tour of his house and hear about the history of kite flying in Vietnam. It used to be an entertainment favored by the aristocracy and mandarins of the Nguyen Dynasty. Then step into the workshop where your host uses the traditional methods to make his kind kites. Then you will get a chance to try painting your own kite. Kite painting requires a delicate hand, but with your instructor to guide you, you will produce a masterpiece for sure. Wrap up this kite-making Hue experience with a truly unique handmade souvenir - a reminder of Hue’s rich artistic heritage. Once you finish learning about the local arts, stop for a short break at a local cafe for a cup of delicious Vietnamese coffee before returning to your hotel by bicycle.
Overnight in Hue.
Day 7 Explore The Imperial Citadel By Cyclo (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Explore The Imperial Citadel By Cyclo (B)

Cyclo is one of the most typical vehicles that tourists often see when they travel to Vietnam. Today you will get a new and exciting experience sitting in this authentic vehicle and going through the city streets.
Meet your guide at the hotel lobby at 08:00 am. Climb on a cyclo for a ride through the "Old City". You will pass through the south of Huong River by the Truong Tien bridge. Next, you’ll visit the Imperial Citadel, where the former kings of Vietnam’s last feudal dynasty ruled from 1802 to 1945. From here, visit the Royal Antiquities Museum, a gallery of antiques displaying a collection of bronze pottery, Chinaware, Phap Lam enamel, court robes, headgear, and personal belongings of former Vietnam Emperors. Admire the collection of ornaments from dynastic times and learn more about Vietnamese history. Then hop back in the cyclo for a short ride to Dong Ba Market. Step inside and mingle with the locals while browsing the colorful stalls.
After this, today’s tour ends back at your hotel.
Overnight in Hue.
Day 8 Hue - Flight To Ho Chi Minh (B) - Flight Included
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hue - Flight To Ho Chi Minh (B) - Flight Included

Relish the remaining moment in Hue, before your private driver escorts you to the airport to take the flight to Ho Chi Minh. When you arrive at the airport, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation in the city center. The rest of the time is free for leisure.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Day 9 Ho Chi Minh - Transfer To Mui Ne By Private Car (B) - No Guide
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Ho Chi Minh - Transfer To Mui Ne By Private Car (B) - No Guide

Have a healthy breakfast at the hotel. Then your driver will meet you at the hotel and transfer you to the resort to Mui Ne in a private vehicle. It’s approximately 5 hour drive, and there will be a convenient stop on the way.
Overnight in Mui Ne.
Day 10 Mui Ne Free Day (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Mui Ne Free Day (B)

Spend some quality time with your family, swimming and playing on Mui Ne’s beautiful beaches. Do some water sports, which are offered at the beach, or ride in a round basket boat, which your kids will love. Aside from the beach, you can explore Mui Ne’s sand dunes and enjoy the sunrise or sunset there.
Overnight in Mui Ne.
Day 11 Cherish Your Time On Mui Ne Beach (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cherish Your Time On Mui Ne Beach (B)

Enjoy a leisure day at the bleached sandy beach and clear emerald water or explore at your own pace.
Overnight in Mui Ne.
Day 12 Mui Ne - Travel To Ho Chi Minh By Private Car (B) - No Guide
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Mui Ne - Travel To Ho Chi Minh By Private Car (B) - No Guide

Enjoy a healthy breakfast at the resort. After check-out, your driver will come to pick you up and transfer you back to Ho Chi Minh city.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Day 13 Time To Say Goodbye - Ho Chi Minh Departure (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Time To Say Goodbye - Ho Chi Minh Departure (B)

Relish a healthy breakfast on the final day of your trip to Vietnam. Complete the hotel check-out formalities, after which you can visit the local markets to buy souvenirs for your loved ones. Later your private driver will transfer you to the airport to take your flight back home.
Trip Ends.

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Itinerary of your trip Charming Vietnam Family Holiday In 13 Days - Private Tour

Welcome To Vietnam - Hanoi Arrival

Get Away From The Big City With Ba Vi Eco Tour (B/L)

Explore The Magnificent Ha Long Bay By Cruise (B/L/D) - Shared Cruise, Bus

Halong Bay - Back To Hanoi (B/L)

Hanoi - Flight To Hue (B) - Flight Included

Learn How To Make A Kite (B)

Explore The Imperial Citadel By Cyclo (B)

Hue - Flight To Ho Chi Minh (B) - Flight Included

Ho Chi Minh - Transfer To Mui Ne By Private Car (B) - No Guide

Mui Ne Free Day (B)

Cherish Your Time On Mui Ne Beach (B)

Mui Ne - Travel To Ho Chi Minh By Private Car (B) - No Guide

Time To Say Goodbye - Ho Chi Minh Departure (B)

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