Accommodation

3-star accommodation: Hanoi: San Premium Hotel or similar Halong Bay: Le Journey Cruise or similar Sapa: The View Sapa Hotel or similar, homestay Hoi An: Kim An Hotel Hoi An or similar Hue: Cherish Huel or similar Ho Chi Minh City: Queen Ann Hotel or similar Mekong Detla: Can Tho Ecolodge Phu Quoc Island: Sea Stars Resort or similar 4-star accommodation: Hanoi: Tirant Hotel or similar Halong Bay: La Pandora Cruise Halong or similar Sapa: Amazing Hotel Sapa or similar, homestay Hoi An: Silkotel Hoi An or similar Hue: Eldora Hotel or similar Ho Chi Minh City: Alagon Saigon Hotel & Spa or similar Mekong Delta: Can Tho Ecolodge Phu Quoc: Famiana Resort or similar 5-star accommodation: Hanoi: Apricot Hotel and Spa or similar Halong Bay: Doris Cruise or similar Sapa: Silk Path Grand Resort and Spa 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 Mekong Delta: Can Tho Ecolodge Phu Quoc: Salinda Resort 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)

Meals

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

Others

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

Optional

Hoi An Eco Tour : 38 USD/person

Guide

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

Flights

Flight from Hanoi to Da Nang (with 20 kg luggage allowance) Flight from Hue to Ho Chi Minh City (with 20 kg luggage allowance) Flight from Can Tho to Phu Quoc (with 20 kg luggage allowance)

Transport

- Door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services by private car - Limousine bus from Hanoi to Sapa and from Sapa to Hanoi - 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

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 stamping fee on arrival at the airport (Vietnam: $25/person) X Services not mentioned above

Insurance

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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 Escape From The Bustling City With Ba Vi Eco Tour (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Escape From The Bustling City With Ba Vi Eco Tour (B/L)

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel then our experienced English-speaking guide escorts 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, who is 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 Hanoi - Travel To Sapa (B) By Limousine Bus
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hanoi - Travel To Sapa (B) By Limousine Bus

Have an early breakfast at the hotel and complete the check-out formalities. Take the limousine bus to get to Sapa, the travel time will take around 6 hours. Upon arrival to Sapa, you will be transferred to your accommodation. The rest of the day is free to explore this charming town right in the middle of the mountains.

Overnight in Sapa.
Day 4 Trekking Along The Rice Terraces - Y Lynh Ho - Ta Van (B/L/D) Group Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trekking Along The Rice Terraces - Y Lynh Ho - Ta Van (B/L/D) Group Tour

Have breakfast at the hotel. Meet your guide around 9:30 am and start your 12 km trekking. You will visit Y Linh Ho and Lao Chai villages of the Hmong minorities. On the way admire the breathtaking landscapes of rice terraces and mountains. Have lunch in Lao Chai village nearby the river. Continue your hike to Ta Van village of the Dzay people. Here you will stay overnight and have the opportunity to experience the daily life of and original customs of local people.

Overnight at homestay.
Day 5 Ta Van - Giang Ta Chai - Su Pan - Sapa (B/L) - Travel Back To Hanoi By Limousine Bus
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Ta Van - Giang Ta Chai - Su Pan - Sapa (B/L) - Travel Back To Hanoi By Limousine Bus

Once you get energy for your last day trek by having a delicious breakfast, you leave for Giang Ta Chai village of the Red Dao minority. You will trek through a bamboo forest, which belongs to Hoang Lien National Park. On the way, you will pass by a waterfall and rattan bridge, where you will have time to take a rest and enjoy the surroundings. You will find a nice place to enjoy lunch.

After lunch, you continue toward Su Pan, a small village located by the road. From here you will start your journey back to Sapa by car. You will be transferred back to Hanoi by limousine bus.

Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 6 Excursion To The Natural Wonder Of The World Halong Bay (B/L/D) - Shared Cruise
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Excursion To The Natural Wonder Of The World Halong Bay (B/L/D) - Shared Cruise

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

Note: In case of bad weather (the boat is not allowed to push off or not allowed to overnight in the sea), the Ha Long bay tour could be cancelled without notice. We will consider other replacement tours or the refund based on the specific circumstances.
Day 7 Halong Bay - Back To Tranquil Hanoi (B/Brunch) - Shared Cruise
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Halong Bay - Back To Tranquil Hanoi (B/Brunch) - Shared Cruise

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 awake 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 8 Hanoi - Travel To Hoi An (B) - Flight Included
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hanoi - Travel To Hoi An (B) - Flight Included

Relish the remaining moment in Hanoi before your private driver escorts you to the airport to take the flight to Da Nang. When you arrive at Da Nang Airport, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation in Hoi An. The rest of the time is free at leisure.

Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 9 Hoi An Leisure Day (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hoi An Leisure Day (B)

Have a free day to explore Hoi An at your own pace. The best way to explore this charming town is to rent a bicycle at the hotel and cycle around the town towards the riverside or the beach. At the beach, you will find many small cafes where you could relax with a fresh fruit drink after swimming. The water in the sea is warm and calm. Or take an optional tour.

Overnight in Hoi An

(OPTIONAL TOUR: HOI AN ECO TOUR)

Today your English-speaking guide will meet you at the hotel around 8:00 am and take you for a cycle trip to the countryside and rivers around Hoi An. As you meander through the countryside, you will experience the friendliness of the local people greeting you along the way and enjoy the beautiful views of the neighborhood. After that, you will board a boat for a river cruise to meet and engage with local fishermen. Enjoy a hands-on experience of traditional net fishing. Later, you will take a paddle boat trip in a unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boat down the waterways of a coconut palm paradise. After the boat trip, have delicious lunch and cycle back to your hotel.
Day 10 Hoi An - Travel To Hue (B) Private Transfer
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hoi An - Travel To Hue (B) Private Transfer

Have breakfast at the hotel and get ready for the transfer from Hoi An to Hue by private car. You will drive through one of the most beautiful roads in the world - Hai Van Pass. You will be blown away by the stunning views of the mountains and the sea. Upon arrival in Hue check in the hotel and have free time to explore the surrounding area.

Overnight in Hue.
Day 11 Hue City Tour (B/L) - Group Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hue City Tour (B/L) - Group Tour

Hue City is the cultural, political, and economic center of the Thua Thien Hue province, and used to be an old imperial city of Vietnam under the Nguyen Dynasty. During this time, the most remarkable architectural monuments were constructed, which now are listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Your guide will meet you at your hotel around 8:00-8:30 am.

Start your exploration with the boat trip on the Perfume River to Thien Mu pagoda, which is the oldest pagodas in Hue. Then visit the Imperial Citadel, where the Nguyen Dynasty ruled between 1802 and 1945. Here you will also visit the Royal Antiques Museum to see the collection of ornaments from the Nguyen dynasty. Then head to the bustling Dong Ba market.

Have delicious Vietnamese lunch. In the afternoon, we will head to Khai Dinh’s Tomb, which combines traditional Vietnamese style with a European touch, making it unique from the other tombs in Hue. Then explore Minh Mang’s Tomb, which represents the Confucian style. On the way, you will also visit conical hats and incense sticks villages.

You will be back at your hotel around 16:00-17:00.

Overnight in Hue.
Day 12 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 Tan Son Nhat Airport, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation in the city centre. The rest of the time is free at leisure.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Day 13 Ho Chi Minh - Travel To Cai Be And Can Tho (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Ho Chi Minh - Travel To Cai Be And Can Tho (B/L)

07:30: Pick up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and start the trip to Cai Be. Upon arrival in Cai Be, have a boat ride to the remaining site of a renowned wholesale floating market on the Tien River many years ago. This site entitles you to learn something about the local trading habit that has changed due to the age of modern society when more terrestrial transportation and high techniques of agriculture have dominated everywhere. There, you can realize how diverse the area is and how rich orchard gardens are, which makes it the basket of fruit in the lower part of the Mekong River.

Ramble in small villages where you will uncover the beauty of an ancient house and learn about the indigenous culture. Make a short visit to a small family business where the locals make coconut fudges and crispy rice popcorn. Savor delicious fresh fruit and feel the slow rhythms of Southern Vietnamese folk music – a kind of music entwined with the life and culture of the Mekong Delta people. Paddle through small canals – an exciting experience since you can look around, unwind, and soak up the wonderful atmosphere of the Upper Mekong Delta. Additionally, after arrival on Tan Phong Island, immerse yourself in nature’s tranquility.

At lunch time, you not only enjoy luscious food but also get closer to the locals as it is a chance to learn how to prepare Vietnamese specialties. The meal is cooked on your own and served in the heart of the local garden.

Cycle on the village path through orchards. Meet the local islanders to learn more about the local daily life in the Mekong Delta. Visit Ba Kiệt’s ancient house.

Take a boat ride back to Cai Be and meet your bus for the trip to Can Tho City. Proceed to Can Tho City and overnight in Can Tho.

Overnight in Can Tho.
Day 14 Can Tho - Cai Rang Floating Market - Ho Chi Minh ((B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Can Tho - Cai Rang Floating Market - Ho Chi Minh ((B/L)

Have a delicious breakfast and meet your guide. Take a leisure boat trip to explore the picturesque tributaries of the Lower Mekong River (Bassac River) then visit Cai Rang floating market which is the liveliest market in the whole region.

Then transfer back to Ho Chi Minh hotel, check in and take your rest.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Day 15 Ho Chi Minh - Flight To Phu Quoc (B/L) - Flight Included
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Ho Chi Minh - Flight To Phu Quoc (B/L) - Flight Included

Have breakfast at the hotel and have leisure time till our driver will bring you to the airport. Take a flight fromHo Chi Minh airport to Phu Quoc.

Overnight in Phu Quoc.
Day 16 Phu Quoc Leisure Day (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Phu Quoc Leisure Day (B)

Free at your leisure to discover Phu Quoc island by yourself. Phu Quoc, known as “pearl island” is very famous for watersport activities such as snorkelling and scuba diving. Or just relax on the beach with white sand and crystal clear water.

Overnight in Phu Quoc.
Day 17 Phu Quoc Leisure Day (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Phu Quoc Leisure Day (B)

Beach time is never enough, enjoy one more day of relaxing at Phu Quoc beaches.

Overnight in Phu Quoc.
Day 18 Time To Say Goodbye - Phu Quoc Departure (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Time To Say Goodbye - Phu Quoc 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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The Essence Of Vietnam In 18 Days

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Itinerary of your trip The Essence Of Vietnam In 18 Days

Welcome To Vietnam - Hanoi Arrival

Escape From The Bustling City With Ba Vi Eco Tour (B/L)

Hanoi - Travel To Sapa (B) By Limousine Bus

Trekking Along The Rice Terraces - Y Lynh Ho - Ta Van (B/L/D) Group Tour

Ta Van - Giang Ta Chai - Su Pan - Sapa (B/L) - Travel Back To Hanoi By Limousine Bus

Excursion To The Natural Wonder Of The World Halong Bay (B/L/D) - Shared Cruise

Halong Bay - Back To Tranquil Hanoi (B/Brunch) - Shared Cruise

Hanoi - Travel To Hoi An (B) - Flight Included

Hoi An Leisure Day (B)

Hoi An - Travel To Hue (B) Private Transfer

Hue City Tour (B/L) - Group Tour

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

Ho Chi Minh - Travel To Cai Be And Can Tho (B/L)

Can Tho - Cai Rang Floating Market - Ho Chi Minh ((B/L)

Ho Chi Minh - Flight To Phu Quoc (B/L) - Flight Included

Phu Quoc Leisure Day (B)

Phu Quoc Leisure Day (B)

Time To Say Goodbye - Phu Quoc Departure (B)

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