Guide

Experienced English-speaking guide

Meals

14 Breakfast 8 Lunches

Flights

Domestic flights from Hanoi to Hue and from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City (20kg checked baggage included)

Transport

Airplane, Car, Cruise Minivan with air-conditioning Hotel pick-up and return Boat trip in Ha Long

Accommodation

Hotel (13 nights), On-board an overnight cruise in Halong Bay (1 night) Overnight in shared Twin/ Double room with Air-condition (AC) at hotels. All transport during tours on the air-conditioned vehicle as per itinerary (including airport pick up & see off) All in-tour stationed local English-speaking guide. Meals as indicated in the program Entrance fees as per itinerary

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Others

Hotel EARLY check-in & LATE check out Peak season surcharge & compulsory dinner at the accommodation (if any) International flights and taxes Visa or Passport Fees Travel Insurance Tips, laundry, and gratuities

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

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival

Welcome to Vietnam - the country with the most diverse, delicious, and healthy gastronomy in the world! Upon your arrival in Hanoi, your guide will welcome you to the airport and then transfer you to your hotel for check-in. Have some rest after the flight and discover the alleyways of the Old Quarter at your pace. Meals: N/A Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Day 2 Day 2: Hanoi City Tour - Half Day (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Hanoi City Tour - Half Day (B/L)

Our tour guide is ready at the hotel lobby to assist you in exploring Hanoi City. Then, our tour guide will take you to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh Museum, his house-on-stilts, Presidential Palace at which you will explore more about our famous leader, President Ho Chi Minh City, how he gained independence to Vietnam, as well as his humble daily life as the leader of the country. A short visit to the One Pillar Pagoda, a unique ritual place that was built on a single wooden pole, is also on your itinerary (Sites are viewed from outside; closed Mon and Fri and from Jun-Aug). Leaving the mausoleum, we will now head to We make our first stop at the Temple of Literature, which is known as The First University of Vietnam. The temple was built in 1070 as a school for royal family’s member, descendants of governor as well as normal civilization who were intelligent. Nowadays, Temple of Literature is considered as a historical attraction, as well as a symbol of Vietnamese’s fondness of learning. Tour ends at a local restaurant for a tasty lunch of Vietnamese dishes. Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Day 3 Day 3: Hanoi - Hoa Lu Tam Coc (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Hanoi - Hoa Lu Tam Coc (B/L)

07:15 - 07:45 Pick up from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter and head to Ninh Binh with comfortable A/C car Have a short break time and relax at a stopping point in Dong Van – Ha Nam province. Enjoy the fresh air in the middle of the giant rice fields. Arrive in Tam Coc. Start our full-day excursion by a small boat rowing by a local for about 2 hours. The reason Tam Coc is called Halong Bay on land is that this area consists of many limestone mountains with many different shapes. Cruising through Ngo Dong river, you will have the chance to take a lot of beautiful pictures with peaceful scenery of mountains, rice fields, and temples all along the way. If you go on the harvest season, you will have chance to see the golden rice carpet along the river banks. After a wonderful adventure, you will head back to the main land to have lunch prepared by Vietnamese professional chef. The delicious cuisines are made from traditional, organic ingredients, obey strictly the Yin Yang balance of Asian culture. After lunch, you will have free time to do some optional activities like fishing, visiting local people, etc. (Depend on the itinerary on that day) Have free time to hop on a bicycle and go around beautiful villages, enjoy fresh air in the rural area and discover huge limestone mountains, etc. Arrive at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital – The ancient capital city of Vietnam one thousands year ago. With the guide’s description, you will understand more about Vietnamese history which is not popular to the world but still very interesting and worth knowing. Leave Ninh Binh and go back to Hanoi. Drop you off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Tour finish at about 18:00. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Day 4 Day 4: Hanoi - Halong Bay (B/L/D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Hanoi - Halong Bay (B/L/D)

Check out of your accommodation and be picked up by the cruise in the morning. Upon your arrival in Halong Bay, you will be greeted with welcome drinks and then go on a cruise to explore the limestone rocks as well as karst grottos. Have your camera ready to capture the magnificent landscape! Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Over-night cruise in Halong Bay
Day 5 Day 5: Halong Bay To Hanoi (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Halong Bay To Hanoi (B/L)

Wake up early in the morning and practice Tai Chi on deck Enjoy a healthy brunch before heading back to the dock. Return to your hotel and the rest of your day is free Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Over-night cruise in Halong Bay
Day 6 Day 6: Hanoi Flight To Hue (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Hanoi Flight To Hue (B)

Transfer to the Hanoi airport to take a flight to Hue. Upon arrival, our driver will wait and transfer you to the hotel in the center of the city. Check-in hotel and free at leisure to relax. Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel in Hue
Day 7 Day 7: Hue Imperial Full Day Tour (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Hue Imperial Full Day Tour (B/L)

8:00 - 8:15 Our local tour guide will pick you up at your hotel in Hue then transfer you to the boat station. Enjoy the scenery of Hue city on the way. 08:30 Enjoy your wonderful day by taking a boat trip run along the Perfume river to visit the seven-story Thien Mu Pagoda. Thien Mu pagoda is one of the most beautiful and ancient architectural structures of worship in Vietnam now. Thien Mu Pagoda has become one of the most famous tourist attractions in Hue City now. Continue your journey to discover the Imperial Citadel then make your way to the Hue Royal Antiques Museum to see a collection of ornaments. Hue Royal Antiquities Museum where preserves royal treasures has a history with many changes. The main exhibition house of the present museum used to be a palace under Nguyen Dynasty, called Long An Palace. It was built in 1845 by Thieu Tri King, located on the north of Ngu Ha River. It was a type of “isolated palace” for the king. Then visit Dong Ba market, the biggest and most significant market in Hue in particular and Central Viet Nam in general. All of the most special cultural gifts and souvernirs can be found in Dong Ba market 12:00 - 12:30: Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Hue. After a break for lunch, you will visit Tu Duc Tomb and Khai Dinh Tomb to learn more about the Royal’s life. Then visit the Incense to observe how locals make sandalwood and cinnamon incense and Conical Hat making villages to see and learn how the locals make the conical hat ( non la). Non la - traditional indispensable accessory expressing the hidden charm and simplicity of women. Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel in Hue
Day 8 Day 8: Hue To Hoi An (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Hue To Hoi An (B)

Cross the stunning Hai Van Pass before arriving in Hoi An in the afternoon Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Day 9 Day 9: Hoi An - My Son Holy Land (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Hoi An - My Son Holy Land (B/L)

7:30 –8:30: Our guide and car will collect you at your hotel (on request) 8:30: Leaving Hoi An crossing the Cua Dai bridge with its spectacular views of the Hoi An river system, mountains, and Cham Islands. We arrive at the fishing village alive with activity as the market traders sell their evenings catch, providing some great photo opportunities. 9:45: Arriving at My Son, this "Valley of Kings" as described by French historians was once the capital of the Cham Pa Kingdom from the 4th to 15th century. Following a traditional dance performance, your walking tour to the Cham ruins begins with a short ascent along a jungle bordered track. While you explore the area your guide will explain the history of the religious site which served as a burial place for the Cham monarchs centuries ago. 11:30: Commence the drive back to Hoi An to take a cruise through the Hoi An countryside along the picturesque Thu Bon river. You will have a lunch on the boat and see the beautiful views along the river. 14:00: The boat trip will finish at Nguyen Hoang dock in the old town. You will be free to explore the old town or return to your hotel by your own means. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Day 10 Day 10: Hoi An Leisure Day (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Hoi An Leisure Day (B)

Today you will have free time to explore the city at your own pace Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Day 11 Day 11: Hoi An Leisure Day (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Hoi An Leisure Day (B)

Today you will have free time to explore the city at your own pace Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Day 12 Day 12: Hoi An Flight To Ho Chi Minh City (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Hoi An Flight To Ho Chi Minh City (B)

Transfer to the Da Nang airport to take a flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, our driver will wait and transfer you to the hotel in the center of the city. Check-in hotel and free at leisure to relax. Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
Day 13 Day 13: Ho Chi Minh City Tour (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Ho Chi Minh City Tour (B)

08:00 Get ready for a whole day to discover the city. Ho Chi Minh City – former name Saigon is Vietnam’s largest city. During 300 years of history, under the name of Saigon, it was the capital of the French colony of Cochinchina and later of the independent republic of South Vietnam. We visit the following places of interest: The Reunification Palace used to be the residence of the President of the Republic of Vietnam. On 30 April 1975, when North Vietnam soldiers set foot inside this building with a red flag on hand, the whole world knew that the Vietnam war ended. War Remnants Museum with many photographs are from both Vietnam and US sources; US military vehicles like tanks, jet, booms are displayed outside. Notre Dame Cathedral and Saigon Central Post Office, the two most famous and oldest of classical French colonial architecture constructions were built more than 100 years ago. Jade Emperor Pagoda - an ancient temple, as the Chinese temple style with bright decorative motifs. Local market with a wide selection of goods ranging from shoes to beautiful silk Ao Dai. Our tour finishes around 12:30, then the car will transport you back to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh city. Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
Day 14 Day 14: Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta (B/L)

In the morning, the boat will cruise along the Ham Luong River (a branch of the Mekong) and stop off at various local workplaces to give you a picture of how the local economy works, including brickwork - where bricks are still painstakingly made by hand; a coconut processing workshop - where you can sample fresh coconut and see how every single part of this versatile nut is turned into food and other products; and a mat weaving house - where straw mats are woven using a handloom – you can even have a go at weaving yourself! The boat will then stop at a quiet village where you can have a short walk to experience real Delta village life, before boarding your 'xe loi' (a kind of motorized rickshaw) and traveling into the forest where you can visit fruit orchards before stopping at a riverside restaurant for a delicious and filling lunch, featuring such local specialties as elephant-ear fish and river shrimp, washed down with some cold drinks or beers. It’s time to board a sampan boat for a relaxing trip along narrow canals. Around 17:00 Back to your hotel in Saigon. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Day 15 Day 15: Ho Chi Minh City Departure (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Ho Chi Minh City Departure (B)

Enjoy a healthy breakfast before pickup to the airport for your flight back home Have a safe journey!

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Vietnam Cultural Heritage Tour 15 Days

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Itinerary of your trip Vietnam Cultural Heritage Tour 15 Days

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival

Day 2: Hanoi City Tour - Half Day (B/L)

Day 3: Hanoi - Hoa Lu Tam Coc (B/L)

Day 4: Hanoi - Halong Bay (B/L/D)

Day 5: Halong Bay To Hanoi (B/L)

Day 6: Hanoi Flight To Hue (B)

Day 7: Hue Imperial Full Day Tour (B/L)

Day 8: Hue To Hoi An (B)

Day 9: Hoi An - My Son Holy Land (B/L)

Day 10: Hoi An Leisure Day (B)

Day 11: Hoi An Leisure Day (B)

Day 12: Hoi An Flight To Ho Chi Minh City (B)

Day 13: Ho Chi Minh City Tour (B)

Day 14: Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta (B/L)

Day 15: Ho Chi Minh City Departure (B)

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