Guide

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

Meals

As per itinerary B - breakfast L - Lunch D - Dinner

Others

– All sightseeing tickets and admission fees as per itinerary – Service charges and government tax

Flights

Domestic flight from Hanoi to Hoi An, include up to 20 kg of checked luggage per pax Domestic flight from Hue to Ho Chi Minh, include up to 20 kg of checked luggage per pax Domestic flight from Bangkok to Phuket, include up to 20 kg of checked luggage per pax International flight from Siem Reap to Bangkok, include up to 20 kg of checked luggage per pax * 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.

Transport

- Door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services by private car - Air-conditioned bus between Hanoi and Halong Bay (2-way) - Air-conditioned bus or private cars for the excursions - Bus from Ho Chi Minh to Phnom Penh - Bus from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap

Accommodation

3-star hotel: Hanoi: Mina Hotel or similar Halong Bay: Le Journey Cruise or similar Hue: Cherish Hue or similar Hoi An: Kim An Hotel Hoi An or similar Ho Chi Minh: Queen Ann Hotel or similar Can Tho: Kim Tho Hotel Phnom Penh: LCS Hotel or similar Siem Reap: Hari Residence or similar Phuket: Kata Poolside or similar Bangkok: True Siam Rangnam 4-star hotel Hanoi: Tirant Hotel or similar Halong Bay: La Pandora Cruise Halong or similar Hue : Eldora Hotel or similar Hoi An: Silkotel Hoi An or similar Ho Chi Minh City: Alagon Saigon Hotel & Spa or similar Can Tho: TTC Can Tho Phnom Penh: Pasteur 51 Hotel or similar Siem Reap: Somadevi Angkor or similar Phuket: Novotel Phuket Avista or similar Bangkok: Century Park Hotel or similar 5-star hotel Hanoi: Apricot Hotel or similar Halong Bay: Doris Cruise or similar Hoi An: Palm Garden Hoi An or similar Hue: Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel and Spa or similar Ho Chi Minh City: The Myst Dong Khoi or similar Phnom Penh: Palace Gate Hotel Resort or similar Siem Reap: Angkor Miracle or similar Bangkok: The Sukosol Bangkok or similar Phuket: Avista Garnde Phuket Karon 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)

Hygieneprotocol

- To enter Vietnam you need to be fully vaccinated and have medical insurance, covering $10000 for Covid-19 treatment. - You will need to wear mask in the public places.

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Insurance

Travel Insurance is not included.

Others

- International flights and departure taxes - Beverages and personal expenses - Tips, and gratuities - Early check-in and late check-out (If not mentioned in the program) - Gala Dinner on Christmas, New Year, and Vietnamese New Year Eve (if applicable) - Public holiday surcharge for Christmas, New Year, Vietnamese New Year (if applicable) - Surcharge for airport transfers for arrivals between 12:00 am – 05:00 am - Visa to Vietnam (you can apply for it online) - Visa stamping to Cambodia ( USD 30/person) - Other services, not mentioned in the program

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

Hanoi Arrival

Upon arrival at Noi Bai Airport, after clearing all customs procedures, please proceed to the exit gate and look for your driver who will be waiting in the lobby, holding the signboard with your name on it, if you cannot locate your driver, please go to the Airport information counter situated in the middle of Domestic and International arrival lobby (inside the terminal) and call the emergency numbers provided by your travel advisor for assistance. Your driver will come to meet you up and transfer you to the hotel for check-in and free at leisure. Overnight in Hanoi
Day 2 Hanoi City Sightseeing (B/L) - Join A Group Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hanoi City Sightseeing (B/L) - Join A Group Tour

8.00- 8.30: Get picked up by our friendly guide and start to explore Hanoi City 08.45: Arrive at Tran Quoc Pagoda located on Golden Fish IsLand in West Lake It is the oldest pagoda in Ha Noi built in the 6th century. 09.30: Visit Ho Chi Minh complex, you have a chance to see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh then walk around the garden to see 2 houses where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Godess of Mercy – It is the most unique padoga in the world  Should dress modestly by covering from shoulders to knees when visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, temples, pagodas…  Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays.  Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed at least 2 months (15thJune -15thAugust) for the annual maintaining but still can take picture Mausoleum and visit around that area 11.15: Visit Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in the whole country of Vietnam Special Note : we will visit Women Museum instead of Ethnology Museum closed on Mondays 12.45: Have lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine with 8 delicious dishes. 14.00-14.15 : Continue to visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11 century 15.15: Leave for Hoa Lo Prison Museum which originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the "Hanoi Hilton 16.15 -16.30: Tour finishes. Back to hotel
Day 3 Hanoi - Halong Bay (B/L/D) (Shared Cruise)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hanoi - Halong Bay (B/L/D) (Shared Cruise)

Halong Bay is a natural wonder of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site, and once you arrive there, you will understand why. Get ready to be amazed by the world's most breathtaking views, and have a relaxing time on the cruise, enjoying the exciting activities we have prepared for you. After breakfast, check out of the hotel and leave Hanoi for Halong Bay. The cruise team will meet you at the hotel lobby between 8:00-9:00 am (we will confirm the exact time the day before the tour). Arrive at the jetty around noon and take a boat to the cruise. After a welcome onboard and check-in, lunch will be served while the cruise is making its way through the hundreds of islets. In the afternoon, enjoy some activities such as swimming and kayaking or visiting caves (depending on each boat’s itinerary), or just spend relaxing time on board. Towards the end of the day, the boat sets anchor for the night in a beautiful place, so don't miss the sunset before having dinner. Overnight on board Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Note: In case of bad weather, the itinerary might be changed or canceled if the boats will be not allowed to leave the port. Your travel consultant will plan other arrangements for you in this case.

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19 days tour

Essence Of Indochina: Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand In 19 Days

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Hanoi City Sightseeing (B/L) - Join A Group Tour

Hanoi - Halong Bay (B/L/D) (Shared Cruise)

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