Flights

Domestic flight from Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An ( Vietnam Airline included 20kg luggage ) Domestic flight from Hoi An to Hanoi ( Vietnam Airline included 20kg luggage ) ** 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.

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 √ Exclusive and personalized single agent/single customer service √ 24/7 hotline support guaranteed

Transport

- Door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services by private car - Private transfer between Hanoi and Halong Bay (2-way) - Private cars for the excursions

Accommodation

4-stars hotels Ho Chi Minh: Alagon D’Antique Hotel or similar Hoi An: Silkotel Resort or similar Mai Chau: Mai Chau Hideaway or similar Halong Bay: Aquamarine Cruise or similar Hanoi: Tirant Hotel or similar 5-stars hotels Ho Chi Minh: The Myst Dong Khoi or similar Hoi An: Palm Garden Resort or similar Mai Chau: Mai Chau Hideaway or similar Halong Bay: Doris Cruise or similar Hanoi: Apricot Hotel or similar

Guide

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

Meals

B= Breakfast L=Lunch D= Dinner

Not included:

Insurance

Travel Insurance is 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 in Vietnam) if applicable X Surcharge for airport cabs from 12:00 am – 05:00 am X E- Visa (Vietnam: $25/person) X Services not mentioned above

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

Welcome To Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh Arrival

Welcome to Vietnam, upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, you will be welcome by your guide holding a sign with your name and our company logo on it. You will be privately transferred to your luxury accommodation. Stay right in the heart of the city. You can easily explore the city at your own pace or relax at the hotel after the flight.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Day 2 Excursion Trip To Mekong Delta (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Excursion Trip To Mekong Delta (B/L)

Leaving the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City and start your trip to depart for My Tho, the town lies on the left side of the Mekong River. Upon arrival, visit Vinh Trang pagoda which sated back to the late 19th century. Then boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise Islands.

Stop over at Unicorn Island, go walking around the country lane and see orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, and folk song music which is performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation.

Ride a hand-rowed sampan through the Thoi Son canal and treat yourself to the beauty of the countryside, visit the family business, visit honey-bee farm, enjoy honey tea and coconut candy workshop.

Have lunch at local restaurant. Break time.

In the afternoon, time for cycling around the Tan Thach village, meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong delta. Hammock relaxing and enjoy cool breeze for those can’t join the cycling trip. Return to Ho Chi Minh City. End trip.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Day 3 Private Jeep Tour Saigon By Night: City Tour & Skybar Drink (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Private Jeep Tour Saigon By Night: City Tour & Skybar Drink (B)

Explore Ho Chi Minh City when crowds have dispersed and temperatures have cooled on a private tour of the city by open-air Jeep.

This offer will last 2,5 hours for you to enjoy all the faces of the nightlife of Saigon, the most unexpected places, in a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere, to share the true life of Saigon inhabitants by the time of an evening.

Zoom past the famous must-see sights of Ho Chi Minh City and enjoy the panorama views of Saigon at best Skybar.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Day 4 Travel From Ho Chi Minh City To Hoi An Town (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Travel From Ho Chi Minh City To Hoi An Town (B)

Have breakfast at the hotel, have free leisure time until there will be a private cab to transfer you to the airport, and be ready for the next flight to Hoi An. Spending your time in the considerably well-preserved trading port of South East Asia dated back to the 15th to 19th centuries. It is considered the oldest town which is titled the World Heritage Site. It becomes a key tourist attraction for visitors coming to Vietnam. The tranquil ancient town along the riverside will leave you with long-lasting memories with iconic buildings, historical sites, tailor shops, and a surprisingly antiquated ambiance.

Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 5 Cycling Farming And Cooking In The Countryside (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cycling Farming And Cooking In The Countryside (B/L)

Enjoy the delicious breakfast at the hotel and get ready for the countryside exploration. If you want to escape from busy life, the countryside is always what you shouldn’t miss when you travel to Vietnam. The peaceful countryside in Vietnam is always an unforgettable thing in tourists’ eyes. Therefore, if you consider Hoian as one of your destinations, you should join us to visit the beautiful village of Tra Que to explore the real daily life of the local farmers.

This morning you will be picked up at the hotel by our local host. Starting cycling to the countryside area in Hoi An, the ride is on the village road where you do not see many cars or trucks, taking pictures of the beautiful countryside views before getting arrived in Tra Que organic vegetable village. Our local host will give you a lot information on the local life as well as the rice culture along the road, you may take some photos of the water buffalo or the local farmer working on their rice fields.

Arriving in the village, you will be warmly welcome with special lemon basil tea before strolling around the vegetable garden to see how the local farm in their garden, join the local farmers to grow some vegetable in the garden with the traditional farming way which is really great fun as you have done anything like this before.

Following with the relaxing foot massage before our hand-on cooking shows you how to cook the Hoian special pancake. Lunch will be served with all local foods before you have some free time, or you can lie on the hammock before riding back to your hotel.

Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 6 Hoi An Walking Tour And Lantern Making Class (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hoi An Walking Tour And Lantern Making Class (B)

The lanterns will take your notice for the first time coming to Hoi An by night. For Hoi An people, they believe that hanging lanterns in front of their house will bring luck, happiness, and wealth to the members’ families in the house. Do you want to make your own awesome handmade souvenir lantern? Hoi An half-day tour will get you back to the 17th century exploring the local lifestyle, and historical sights and enjoying the delicacies of Hoi An. Visit the Museum of Folk Culture, Old House of Tan Ky, Japanese Covered Bridge, Fujian Assembly Hall

No skill is required. Just have fun.

Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 7 Travel From Hoi An To Hanoi (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Travel From Hoi An To Hanoi (B)

Back to the capital Hanoi - one of the most worth-living cities in the world, Hanoi embraces charming and gracious beauty which is a mix of modern and traditional styles.

Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 8 Bavi Eco Tour - Mai Chau Valley (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Bavi Eco Tour - Mai Chau Valley (B/L)

You will be picked up from the hotel at 07:30 and transferred to Ba Vi. You will visit 3 villages, at each village, the local host will show you Vietnamese countryside life. You will be welcomed by Mr. Duoc – a veteran, and listen to his stories about his life during and after the Vietnam War. He also is an expert in handling raw tea leaves and making them into products to sell on the market Then you will visit a tea village with 30-year-old tea trees. There besides walking and helping local people to harvest the tea leaves, you will know how to pick the best part of the tea tree to make the most wonderful beverage in the world. Then heading to Mrs. Chin’s house for a cooking lesson and have lunch with in the garden. After the lunch have some rest and your host will take you around her village and you will visit the local workshops. You will learn how to make tofu, unshell the rice and will see the workshop of local hammerer who is working there for 70 years. Cycling through the rice fields then you will arrive to the house of your next host Mr. Chau, have your feet soaking in warm water with herb leaves following the recipes of Muong ethnic minorities. Continue the boat trip along the Da river and view the stunning scenery and discover the life of local people alongside the river.

Transfer to Mai Chau. Overnight in Mai Chau.

The overnight stay will be at Bakhan Village Resort, which is known to be the best resort in Mai Chau.
Day 9 Enjoy The Breathtaking Natural Beauty Of Mai Chau - Hanoi (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Enjoy The Breathtaking Natural Beauty Of Mai Chau - Hanoi (B)

Having leisure time to self-explore the area.

12:00: Indulge in a delicious lunch at the resort before departing for Hanoi.

13:30: Depart from Mai Chau and make your way back to Hanoi.

Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 10 Cruise Across The World’S Wonder (B/L/D) Overnight On Cruise
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cruise Across The World’S Wonder (B/L/D) Overnight On 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 Back To Glimpse Capital (B/Brunch)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Back To Glimpse Capital (B/Brunch)

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 Time To Say Goodbye - Ha Noi Departure (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Time To Say Goodbye - Ha Noi Departure (B)

Relish a healthy breakfast on the final day of your trip. Complete the hotel check-out formalities after which you can visit the local markets and buy souvenirs for your loved ones. Later, proceed for departure and board your flight back home.

Trip Ends.

12 days tour

Romance Of Vietnam In 12 Days - Private Tour

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Itinerary of your trip Romance Of Vietnam In 12 Days - Private Tour

Welcome To Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh Arrival

Excursion Trip To Mekong Delta (B/L)

Private Jeep Tour Saigon By Night: City Tour & Skybar Drink (B)

Travel From Ho Chi Minh City To Hoi An Town (B)

Cycling Farming And Cooking In The Countryside (B/L)

Hoi An Walking Tour And Lantern Making Class (B)

Travel From Hoi An To Hanoi (B)

Bavi Eco Tour - Mai Chau Valley (B/L)

Enjoy The Breathtaking Natural Beauty Of Mai Chau - Hanoi (B)

Cruise Across The World’S Wonder (B/L/D) Overnight On Cruise

Back To Glimpse Capital (B/Brunch)

Time To Say Goodbye - Ha Noi Departure (B)

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