Flights

Flight from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City with a 20kg luggage allowance. **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.

Meals

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

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

Accommodation

3-star hotels Hanoi: San Premium Hotel or similar Halong Bay: Le Journey Cruise or similar Ho Chi Minh: Queen Ann or similar 4-star hotels Hanoi: Tirant Hotel or similar Halong Bay: Lapandora Cruise or similar Ho Chi Minh City: Alagon Saigon Hotel & Spa or similar 5-star hotels Hanoi: Apricot Hotel or similar Halong Bay: Doris Cruise or similar Ho Chi Minh City: 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

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

Others

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

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Insurance

Travel insurance is not included.

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

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 Hanoi Sightseeing (B/L) - Group Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hanoi Sightseeing (B/L) - Group Tour

8h00 – 8h30: Our Tour guide and our Bus pick up at your hotel and start to discover Hanoi City

08h45: Arrive at Tran Quoc Pagoda located on Golden Fish Island in West Lake. It is the oldest pagoda in Hanoi built in the 6th century.

09h30: Visit Ho Chi Minh Complex, the final resting place of Vietnamese great father or Uncle Ho. 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 Goddess of Mercy – It is the most unique pagoda 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. But still can take picture of the Mausoleum and visit around that area

- Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed at least 2 months (15th June -15th August) for the annual maintaining.

11h15: 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 Vietnamese Women’s Museum instead of Vietnam Ethnology Museum closed on Mondays

12h45: Have lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine. Vegeterian foods are available

14h00-14h15: Continue to visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, The Temple of Literature (Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam) is one of the most attractive tourist spots in Northern Vietnam. The Temple of Literature was founded in 1070.

15h15: Keep going to visit Hoa Lo Prison, the prison was built by the French, from 1886 to 1901, when Vietnam was still a part of French Indochina. The French called the prison Maison Centrale. The prison was called “A Hell on Earth” and now the prison is like a war museum for those who want to understand more about the war against France of Vietnamese people.

16h30: Our Bus take you back to the Hotel. We finish the trip!

Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 3 Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Hanoi (B/L) Group Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Hanoi (B/L) Group Tour

7:15-7:45 am Our driver and tour guide pick you up at hotels in the Old Quarter Area, Hanoi. Head south of Hanoi for 110 km. After 2 hours, you will arrive in Ninh Binh. First stop at Hoa Lu, you will have a quick visit to two temples built in honour of the emperors Dinh Le, their sons, and the Queen... to know why Hoa Lu was built as the capital of Vietnam in ending of the nine century.

12:00 – Enjoy lunch at our restaurant with great local cuisine.

13:30 – Boarding a small sampan to visit Tam Coc which means literally “three caves” (1.5-hour boat trip). With Halong bay type views of majestic limestone cliffs and mysterious caves, as well as countryside landscape like peaceful streams, rice paddies and deserted green fields, Tam Coc really has it all. You will feel the fresh air and peaceful moments, very good opportunities for photo lovers, freezing the special moments and scenery.

15:30 – Arrive at Mua Cave and start an amazing trek up to the top of Ngoa Long Mountain for watching the spectacular rice valley with specious view of the nature.

17:15 – Return to our bus and then come back to Ha Noi.

19:30 – Drop you off at your hotel.

Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 4 Hanoi – Halong Bay By Shuttle Bus (B/L/D) Sharing Cruise/Bus
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hanoi – Halong Bay By Shuttle Bus (B/L/D) Sharing Cruise/Bus

7h30 – 9h00: Pick you up from your hotel by shuttle bus

12:00 – 12:30 Arriving at Tuan Chau Marina. Welcome aboard the cruise. Meet the captain, and crew and join us for a welcome drink as we tell you about life onboard. Check into your cabin. Time to refresh and unwind. Served a delectable lunch while cruising ahead to Ha Long Bay

Explore the Surprising Cave – the most beautiful cave in Ha long Bay. It is one of the widest grottoes in Ha Long Bay with thousands of stalactites and stalagmites.

Back to the Cruise, We will take you to visit Titov Island – swimming Climbing up to the Top of the Island – take the best view of Halong Bay in the Summer time or visit a floating Pearl Farm Village and learn the technique for making high-quality pearls in the wintertime.

Continue cruising to the quiet area while enjoying the beautiful seascape on the way. After that, come back to the boat, and enjoy the Sunset Party on the sundeck (free wine & fresh fruits).

Evening Relaxing: Dinner is served. Socialize with other guests, take part in board games, fish for squid, or just laze around.

Overnight on cruise.
Day 5 Halong Bay – Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City (B/Brunch) Flight Included
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Halong Bay – Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City (B/Brunch) Flight Included

Morning Activities:

6:30 – 6:45 Start your day with Tai Chi exercises or a photo hunt.

Have breakfast on board while the boat starts cruising to the Natural Preservation Zone.

Kayaking to explore around the area or visit a floating house and learn about the daily life of the local fishermen who live there.

We board the cruise again. Take time to refresh and relax before checking out. Bags can be left in the luggage store.

Afternoon Activities:

Continue your cruise exploring the Bay, passing Ba Hang fishing village, Dog Islet, and more…

Join in the Cooking Class, teaching you how to make our specifically (Spring rolls) before an early lunch is served.

11: 30 – 12:00 Disembark at the harbor, Tuan Chau Marina.

Transfer to minibus or private and return to Hanoi

Arrival back at your hotel in Hanoi at approximately 4:30 pm or 5:00 pm.

After the cruise, you will be transferred to the airport in Hanoi by private car where you will take a flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival at HCMC, your driver will meet you at the airport holding the signboard with your name and take you to the hotel.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Day 6 Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels (B/L) - Group Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels (B/L) - Group Tour

Take the morning trip to visit Independence Palace, also known as the Reunification Palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu. Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times, such as the Notre Dame Cathedral and the historic Central Post Office. Continue to the War Remnants Museum, which has a vast display of both the Indochina wars.

Have lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, depart for the Cu Chi tunnel. The trip will take approximately one and a half hours of bus driving. Upon arrival, you will have a short introduction about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of wartime. Then, spend your time exploring the remaining area and tunnel systems. The tunnels include specially constructed living areas with kitchens, and bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purposes during the war. Afterward, try a special tea and cassava (guerilla food during the war). Later you will be back at your hotel.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Day 7 Mekong Delta Discovery (B/L) - Group Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Mekong Delta Discovery (B/L) - Group Tour

Kickstart your day with a hearty breakfast, and a trip to Mekong Delta follows. The guide will meet you at the hotel lobby around 7:15-7:30 am, and you will head to My Tho, which lies on the left side of the Mekong River.

Upon arrival, board the sampan and cruise down the river around the four beautiful islands, known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise islands. Stop at Unicorn Island, walk around the country lanes and see the orchards. Visit fruit plantations and enjoy tropical fruits and folk song music performed by the local people.

Then take a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal and immerse yourself in the beauty of the countryside. Visit family workshops and honey-bee farm, and taste some honey tea and coconut candies.

Refuel yourself with a traditional Vietnamese lunch, and later cycle around the Tan Thach village, and meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong Delta. If you are not keen on a cycling trip, enjoy a cool breeze and a relaxing time in a hammock. Afterwards, you will get back to your accommodation.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Day 8 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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Vietnam Super Save Package In 8 Days

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Itinerary of your trip Vietnam Super Save Package In 8 Days

Hanoi Arrival

Hanoi Sightseeing (B/L) - Group Tour

Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Hanoi (B/L) Group Tour

Hanoi – Halong Bay By Shuttle Bus (B/L/D) Sharing Cruise/Bus

Halong Bay – Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City (B/Brunch) Flight Included

Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels (B/L) - Group Tour

Mekong Delta Discovery (B/L) - Group Tour

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

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