Accommodation

HOTEL LIST 3 STAR Ho Chi Minh: Prague Hotel or similar Hoi An: Kim An Hotel Hoi An or similar Hue: Cherish Hue or similar Ha Noi: La Dolce Vita Hotel or similar Halong bay: Le Journey Cruise or similar 4 STAR Ho Chi Minh: Alagon Sai Gon Hotel or similar Hoi An: Silkotel Hoi An or similar Hue: Eldora Hotel or similar Hanoi: Tirant Hotel or similar Halong Bay: La Pandora Cruise or similar 5 STAR Ho Chi Minh: The Myst Dong Khoi Hotel or similar Hoi An: Palm Garden Hoi An or similar Hue: Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel and Spa or similar Hanoi: Apricot Hotel or similar Halong Bay: Doris Cruise or similar Check-in room at 14:00 // Check-out room at 12:00 noon

Flights

- Domestic flight from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang, economy (paid separately upon arrival) - Domestic flight from Hue to Hanoi, economy (paid separately upon arrival)

Hygieneprotocol

Meals

As per itinerary.

Others

– All sightseeing tickets and admission fees as per itinerary. – Service charges and government tax. – 24/7 hotline support.

Transport

- Airport transfers by private car. - Air-conditioned bus or private car for the excursions. - Private car transfer from Hoi An to Hue. - Air-conditioned bus between Hanoi and Halong Bay (2-way).

Guide

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

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’s Eve (if applicable). - Public holiday surcharge for Christmas, New Year, and 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). - Other services, not mentioned in the program.

Insurance

Travel insurance is not included.

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Day 1 Ho Chi Minh Arrival
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Ho Chi Minh Arrival

Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat International 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 Ho Chi Minh.
Day 2 Mekong Delta Exploration (B/L) - Join A Group Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Mekong Delta Exploration (B/L) - Join A Group Tour

Mekong Delta is one of the most important regions of Vietnam, which supplies rice and fruits for the entire country. This is why Mekong Delta is also called the "rice bowl" of Vietnam. Exploring the maze of mangrove-lined riverways and visiting the local workshops and gardens will be a highlight of your holiday and will show you the countryside life of Southern Vietnam.

Have breakfast at the hotel and get ready for the pick-up between 7:30-8:00 am (we will confirm the exact time the day before the tour). Hop on the shuttle bus and make your way to My Tho. Upon arrival, visit Vinh Trang pagoda, which dated back to the late 19th century. Then board the sampan and cruise down the river around beautiful river islands.

Have a stop on one of the islands to have a walk and explore the country lines and visit the orchards, where you can taste the tropical fruits while enjoying the folk music performance.

Get back to the sampan to cruise through the Thoi Son canal and soak in the beauty of the countryside. Stop at another village to visit the local workshop to see how the coconut candies are made and see the honeybee farm. Treat yourself to honey tea and candies and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.

Have lunch in the local restaurant and have some rest. In the afternoon, its a time for a cycling trip around Tan Thanh village to observe the local lifestyle. If you are not keen to cycle, you can relax in the hammock or just walk around the village. Then return to Ho Chi Minh, the approximate arrival time is 17:30.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3 Ho Chi Minh - Travel To Hoi An(B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Ho Chi Minh - Travel To Hoi An(B)

You will be picked up at your hotel lobby and transferred to the airport for your flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and transferred to the hotel in Hoi An for check-in and free time.

Overnight in Hoi An

Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Hoi An Fishing, Boating, And Cooking (B/L) - Join A Group Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hoi An Fishing, Boating, And Cooking (B/L) - Join A Group Tour

Discover the authentic lifestyle of the locals in Hoi An’s countryside and spend an amazing time in the idyllic villages.

Meet your guide around 8:30 am (we will confirm the exact time the day before the tour) and head to the local food market to experience shopping like a local and buy the ingredients for your lunch. Then head to the Cam Thanh eco-village and immerse in the beauty of nature while you are wandering around. Then hop on the unique Vietnamese basket boat and cruise down the river through the palm forest to your next venue for fishing. After the fishing experience, get back to the village and learn how to cook Vietnamese meals, which you will have for lunch.

Have some rest after lunch and get back to your hotel around 13:00.

Overnight in Hoi An

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5 Hoi An Free Day (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hoi An Free Day (B)

Hoi An is a charming town that is perfect to explore by yourself. We recommend you rent the bicycles at your hotel and cycle around the town. You can visit An Bang beach and have a relaxing time there. Or you can visit the old town area, which is especially charming during the evening time when hundreds of lanterns are lit creating a special atmosphere. Hoi An is also famous for its tailor shops which can create an item for you overnight, so why not try making a piece of close or a pair of shoes?

Overnight in Hoi An

Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Hoi An - Transfer To Hue (B) - Private Car
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hoi An - Transfer To Hue (B) - Private Car

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

Hue Sightseeing (B/L) (Join Group Tour)

Hue used to be the capital of Vietnam during the imperial time and still keeps the royal vibes. Step back in time and explore the most remarkable cultural and historical sites of this wonderful town. Your guide will meet you at the hotel lobby between 8:00-8:30 am (we will confirm the exact time the day before the tour).

Start your day with a cruise down the Perfume river on the dragon boat and enjoy the fresh breeze coming from the river. Arrive at your first stop - Thien Mu Pagoda, which is one of the most famous landmarks of Hue built in the 17th century.

Then head to Hue Imperial Citadel, which used to be the home of Vietnam’s last royal family. Visit the Royal Antiques Museum, where you will find a collection of ornaments from the Nguyen Dynasty.

After we will take you to the busiest market in the town Dong Ba Market, where you can find all kinds of food and goods. Enjoy the shopping if you wish and have lunch with local delicacies.

In the afternoon, we will head out of the town to explore Khai Dinh King’s Tomb, which is considered to be the most elegant for its blend of Western and Eastern architecture. Then explore the most majestic royal tomb - Minh Mang King’s Tomb. Admire how its architecture harmoniously blends into its natural surroundings and enjoy the calm and peaceful atmosphere.

On the way back, stop at the Conical hat village and incense stick village (where you can see how these goods are produced. Arrive back at your hotel around 16:00-17:00.

Overnight in Hue

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 8 Travel From Hue To Hanoi (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Travel From Hue To Hanoi (B)

You will be picked up at your hotel lobby and transferred to the airport for your flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival, the driver will meet you and transfer you to the hotel for check-in and free time.

Overnight in Hanoi

Meals: Breakfast
Day 9 Hanoi - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc (B/L) - Join In A Group Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hanoi - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc (B/L) - Join In A Group Tour

7h30-08h30: Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel. We take you to Ninh Binh province which is far from Hanoi city about 120 km.

9h30 : Have a short break for 20 minutes to relax

10h30: The first destination in this trip is visit Hoa Lu ancient capital. This is the first capital of Vietnam. Come to visit Hoa Lu, you will learn about why the capital was moved to Hanoi nowadays. You are impressed on an outstanding architecture when entering temples of King Dinh and King Le, the first and second emperors of ancient Vietnam, built in the 17 century. Try to feel ancient atmospheres in Hoa Lu ancient capital.

11h45: Have buffet lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods goat meat, fried rice… Vegetarian food is always available in the buffet lunch.

13h00: Visit Tam Coc by 1,5 hour bamboo boat. During the boat trip, you will be surprised by the charming beauty here with paddy field, river, water, cloud, sky and stuning cave system. All make a masterpiece which Vietnamese people called “ Halong Bay on land “

14h30: Continue the tour with 45 minutes for cycling around the village to discover the life of local people.

15h30 - 16h00: Come back to our shuttle bus to return to Hanoi

18h30: End your memorable day with Hoa Lu - Tam Coc Day Trip in Ninh Binh. Get dropped off at Hotel in Hanoi.
Day 10 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.
Day 11 Halong Bay - Back To Hanoi (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Halong Bay - Back To Hanoi (B/L)

The sun rises on Halong in the morning, and breakfast is served while the vessel cruises slowly back toward the port. Enjoy an early lunch before arriving at the port and disembarking. You will be transferred back to Hanoi. The rest of the day is free to explore the city on your own.

Overnight in Hanoi

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 12 Hanoi Departure (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hanoi Departure (B)

Enjoy some free time in the morning before transferring to the airport for your onward flight back home.

Meals: Breakfast

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Itinerary of your trip 12 Days Discover The Wonders Of Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh Arrival

Mekong Delta Exploration (B/L) - Join A Group Tour

Ho Chi Minh - Travel To Hoi An(B)

Hoi An Fishing, Boating, And Cooking (B/L) - Join A Group Tour

Hoi An Free Day (B)

Hoi An - Transfer To Hue (B) - Private Car

Hue Sightseeing (B/L) (Join Group Tour)

Travel From Hue To Hanoi (B)

Hanoi - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc (B/L) - Join In A Group Tour

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

Halong Bay - Back To Hanoi (B/L)

Hanoi Departure (B)

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