Transport

For land transportation, air-conditioned vehicle will be provided for transportation during the tour. This includes private pick-up and drop-off at airports, hotels, and all other tour destinations (shared buses will be used on joined in group tours). Private airport transportation arrangements: 2 pax: 04-seat car 3 pax: 07-seat car From 4 to 8 pax: 16-seat van For boat trips, comfortable and secure vessels will be used to take you to your destinations. Our boats are equipped with life jackets and other necessary safety equipment, and operated by experienced and licensed captains. We take your safety and comfort seriously and strive to provide the best transportation options for your travel needs.

Guide

Professional and Experienced English-speaking tour guide will support you during the trip. Our tour guides are usually trained and equipped with an in depth knowledge of culture and history. It is promised to boost your travel experience and level of your satisfaction in your trip in Vietnam. French/German/Spanish/Chinese/Russia speaking guides are available upon request. A surcharge will be applied.

Others

Vietnam Visa Letter (except some special countries) Entrance fees Water during excursion All entrance and sightseeing fees are included Tissues and water on coach 24/7 support Cruise trip on a Deluxe/Luxury Cruise in Halong Bay Kayaking or bamboo boat in Halong Bay Local boat trip in Mekong Delta

Meals

Meals mentioned in the program include Vietnamese cuisine, Asian cuisine, and Western cuisine. The meals are categorized as B (breakfast at hotel), L (lunch), or D (dinner). The tour program includes 08 breakfasts, 04 lunches, and 1 dinner. Vegetarian and Vegan food options are on request. If you have any diet restriction, please give us a notice for a better arrangement.

Accommodation

Accommodations based on twin/double sharing with daily buffet breakfast. All taxes and service charges included. Ho Chi Minh - Prague Hotel 3*, Deluxe Room or similar - Muong Thanh Centre Saigon 4*, Deluxe or similar Hoi An - Kiman Hotel 3*, Superior or similar - Hadana Boutique Resort Hoi An 4*, Deluxe City View or similar Hanoi - Hanoi Sky Hotel 3*, Deluxe Room or similar - Chalcedony Hotel 4*, Deluxe Room or similar Halong Bay - Cozy Bay Cruise 3*, Deluxe Room or similar - Dragon Bay Cruise 4*, Deluxe Balcony 1st Floor or similar ----------------------------------------------------------------- Notes: Please be aware that in case above hotels are fully booked, other similar class hotels shall be offered and confirmed by email after we ask for your approval. Please pay extra fee if you want to upgrade any of them. The final accommodation details will be provided to you with your finalized travel documents.

Not included:

Flights

International flights. 02 internal flight tickets: Ho Chi Minh City – Danang, Danang – Hanoi USD150/pax (Economy class, Vietnam Airlines or similar including fuel charge & airport taxes). Checked baggage allowance: 20kg + Carry-on Luggage: 7kg. ------------------------------------------- Airfares are not included in the price and will be paid separately upon your arrival in Ho Chi Minh City. As we know, airfares keep changing due to time of year, fuel prices, and availability. We want to offer all travelers an accurate price for flights, so we put airfares in a separate section. In addition, in unexpected situations that you have to cancel the trip, you will not be charged for flight tickets if they have not been issued. That is to secure your money. ------------------------------------------- For any flights in the itinerary, plane transportation will be arranged with reputable airlines to ensure a safe and comfortable journey. Vietnam Airlines is our priority. Alternatives can be arranged in case Vietnam Airlines is not available.

Insurance

We highly recommend you purchasing medical/travel insurance. That’s to secure your benefits in unexpected situations of sickness or tour cancellation.

Optional

In case you would like to arrive earlier or end the trip later than the above schedule, just let us know. We will arrange additional hotels and transportation accordingly.

Others

International flights 02 domestic flights: Ho Chi Minh City - Danang + Danang - Hanoi (150USD/person) Other meals which do not mention Early check-in & late check-out hotel Vietnam Visa stamp Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, drinks, tip...) Transport on the way if it is necessary Compulsory personal travel insurance Compulsory Christmas and New Year Eve Dinner at hotel if required Others not mentioned

Start planning your experience

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

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh Arrival

Upon your arrival in Ho Chi Minh. You will be picked up at the airport and transferred to the hotel for check - in (hotel is at your disposal from 14:00). The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 2 Day 2: Ho Chi Minh – Mekong Delta Full Day (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh – Mekong Delta Full Day (B/L)

07:30 – 08:00: Pick up at your hotel and 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 country lane and seeing orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, folk song music which performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation.

Riding a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal and treat yourself in 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.

Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3 Day 3: Cu Chi Tunnels Halfday – Flight To Danang - Hoian (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Cu Chi Tunnels Halfday – Flight To Danang - Hoian (B)

07:30 – 08:00 AM: Pick up at your hotel and depart to Cu Chi will take approximately one and a half hours of bus driving.

Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have a short introduction followed by an introductory video 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 which include the particular constructed living areas with kitchens, 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 also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purposes during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served.

Break time for relaxation or for those who want to try a real shooting gun.

Return to Ho Chi Minh City.

In the afternoon, to be transferred to the airport for flight to Danang.

Upon arrival, driver and private car will pick you up and transfer you to Hoian.

Overnight at hotel in Hoian.
Day 4 Day 4: Bicycle To Tra Que Vegetables Village (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Bicycle To Tra Que Vegetables Village (B/L)

Start your day with a cycling trip from Hoi An ancient town to a farming village on the bank of Tra Que vegetables village (about 15 minutes of cycling). Or else you can choose cyclo or private car for transporting. This is a chance for you to refresh your mind and breathe in the tranquil atmosphere.

At Tra Que Villages, endless of aromatic herbs add in the air a pleasure smell. Also, at the place, you will roll yourself in gardens to give a hand to local farmers. After that, a cooking class is ready for you, local dishes like “Tam Huu”, which has shrimps, pork, local herbs, will be instructed for you by the local. Enjoy your own effort for lunch and others cuisine. Then, let’s return to Hoian for freely relaxed.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Hoian.
Day 5 Day 5: Myson Holyland – Afternoon Flight To Hanoi (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Myson Holyland – Afternoon Flight To Hanoi (B)

Our trip starts with a scenic drive to the west to reach the foot of the Indochina mountain range. Then, we hike to the holy valley of My Son Sanctuary where is home to the spectacular religious monuments of Champa Kingdom. 68 magnificent Hindu temples dedicated to Shiva were constructed in the 4th century with outstanding sandstone carvings and mortarless structure. However, there are now only 25 monuments survived due to the destruction of wars.

Move to Da Nang city on a transfer (no guide) to catch a flight to Hanoi city. Upon your arrival, your local guide will be waiting to transfer you to the hotel.

Stay overnight at the hotel in Hanoi.
Day 6 Day 6: Hanoi Sightseeing Fullday – Water Puppet Show (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Hanoi Sightseeing Fullday – Water Puppet Show (B)

You have all day to visit many famous attractions in Hanoi. Our sightseeing first stops at Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, a main historical destination of Vietnam’s capital. Here, you will have the chance to learn about Ho Chi Minh simple lifestyle and his legacy through a visit to the Still House, Presidential Palace and One Pillar Pagoda. Then, we pay a visit to the first university of Vietnam – Temple of Literature.

In the afternoon, we will visit the biggest and most fascinating museum in Hanoi - Museum of Ethnology where to observe a great collection of artifacts of 54 ethnic groups as well as enjoy some green space.

Afterwards, proceed to the colorful Old Quarter where a wide range of products can be found from street foods, clothings, furniture to jewelleries, souvenirs and more.

The tour finish with an entertaining Water Puppet Show - a famous Vietnamese art with over 800 years of history.

Return to your hotel in the late afternoon. Overnight stay at your hotel.
Day 7 Day 7: Hanoi – Overnight Cruise On Halong Bay (B/L/D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Hanoi – Overnight Cruise On Halong Bay (B/L/D)

Have your breakfast at the hotel before we travel to another fascinating place today. Recognized as UNESCO World Heritage site, Halong Bay is long famous for its breath - taking beauty of spectacular natural landscape.

After having breakfast at the hotel, pack for your short cruise in HaLong Bay - which was recognized as one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites in 2000. We will transfer to HaLong Bay with a shared shuttle bus and English speaking guide.

8h30: The Cruise tour guide will meet you at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

10h15: Take a 20-minute break halfway to rest.

12h00: Arrive to Tuan Chau Harbor.

12h30: Welcome to Cruise and have a welcome drink while learning about the cruise and safety instructions. Check-in to your air-conditioned room.

13h00: Enjoy a wonderful meal of Vietnamese traditional cuisine while traveling across the majestic Halong Bay and observing the bay’s unique rock formations.

15h00: A trip to Sung Sot Cave (Surprising cave)

16h00: Our boat will take you to the island of Titop/Soi Sim. It is noted for having a viewpoint at its peak that provides spectacular views of Halong Bay, or you may swim on the romantic sandy beach.

17h30: Return to Cruise and have a shower, relax on the sundeck, and enjoy the sunset in comfortable lounge chairs while having a drink or reading a book in the most special moment.

18h00: Enjoy the welcoming Sunset Party as well as the Cooking Class. Learn how to make fresh noodle rolls so you can enjoy the result.

19h00: Enjoy your dinner while sitting by the window and viewing the beautiful Bay at night.

20h30: Enjoy activities such as squid fishing, singing karaoke, or relaxing on the sundeck.

Overnight on boat: Clean air with conditioning room.

(Cruise program may a little different between 3* cruise and 4* cruise option)
Day 8 Halong Bay – Hanoi (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Halong Bay – Hanoi (B/L)

6h00: Get up early in the morning to observe the sunrise on the sundeck.

7h00: A morning view of the bay with a cup of tea or coffee. Have a breakfast buffet!

7h40: Start with visiting the Halong Bay Pearl Farm. Halong’s pearls are the most famous in Vietnam. It takes years to farm and retrieve pearls.

8h30: Kayak in Halong Bay and explore the bay on your own.

10h00: Check out and enjoy a beautiful bay cruise.

10h45: Enjoy your lunch when you cruise back to Tuan Chau Harbour.

12h00: When the Cruise arrives in Halong Bay harbor, tourists say goodbye to the sailors and complete the cruise.

12h30: Take the bus back to Hanoi by Expressway.

14h30: Stop halfway for a brief rest.

16h00: Arrive at the Hanoi Old Quarter hotel.

Dinner on your own account. Overnight at hotel in Hanoi.
Day 9 Hanoi Departure (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hanoi Departure (B)

Spend the rest of the time in Hanoi choosing some cool souvenirs for your friends and family before you are transferred to the airport for your next flight (no guide).

End of service!

9 days tour

Cultural Workshop 9 Days

This tour includes:

Not included:

Start planning your experience

Itinerary of your trip Cultural Workshop 9 Days

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh Arrival

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh – Mekong Delta Full Day (B/L)

Day 3: Cu Chi Tunnels Halfday – Flight To Danang - Hoian (B)

Day 4: Bicycle To Tra Que Vegetables Village (B/L)

Day 5: Myson Holyland – Afternoon Flight To Hanoi (B)

Day 6: Hanoi Sightseeing Fullday – Water Puppet Show (B)

Day 7: Hanoi – Overnight Cruise On Halong Bay (B/L/D)

Halong Bay – Hanoi (B/L)

Hanoi Departure (B)

Experience Style

Accomodation level

Experience Type

Physical Rating

Age range

Who talk about us:

Best cities to travel to

America

Europe

Asia

Africa

Oceania