Name: Tour 11-Day Tour: Best Of North, South, And Central Vietnam | Visit Viet Nam
Price: 1450.00 USD
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Flights

Flight from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang Flight from Da Nang to Hanoi

Accommodation

4 Star Hotel

Meals

9 Breakfasts • 1 Brunch • 6 Lunches • 1 Evening Meals • 9 Hotel Nights.

Transport

Guide

Engliosh Speaking Tour Guide

Not included:

Insurance

Others

Gratuities For Your Guides & Drivers • Travel Insurance • Additional Meals.

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Day 1 Arrival To Tan Son Nhat In Ho Chi Minh City
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival To Tan Son Nhat In Ho Chi Minh City

Today’s Highlights:

Welcome Dinner & Reception

Local Markets

Xin Chao! Welcome to Vietnam!

Today you will be met by your private Maika Tour Guide who will be ready and waiting for you at Tan Son Nhat airport with a welcome sign. We’ll help you with your bags and show you to your private, air conditioned transport and whisk you off to your accommodation.

Today is all about resting and recovering after your flight, so relax and get settled in. Alternatively, if you can’t wait to start exploring, we can show you around the local markets and surrounding area. Join us in the evening for a delicious welcome dinner and enjoy local specialities.

Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh.

Today You’ll Travel By: Private Car/Van • Some Walking if Desired.

Today’s Inclusions: 1 Night’s Accommodation with Breakfast • Private Transport • Bottled Water • Dinner • Tour Guide.
Day 2 Cu Chi Tunnels And Ho Chi Minh City Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cu Chi Tunnels And Ho Chi Minh City Tour

Today you’ll visit:

Cu Chi Tunnels

Local Homes

War Remnants Museum

Reunification Palace

French Colonial Architecture

Rex Hotel

Today we will take you to experience one of Vietnam’s most famous attractions, the Cu Chi Tunnels! Our day starts with a hotel pick up after breakfast, then we’ll hit the road.

After a pleasant drive, we’ll arrive at the tunnels where you’ll learn all about their important role in the Viet Cong resistance and how they were used as hiding spots, communication and supply routes, even hospitals and living quarters. You’ll have the chance to go underground and experience the tunnels for yourself! This tour offers a fascinating and informative insight into the lives of the Viet Cong, with plenty to see and learn!

After the excitement of the tunnels we’ll visit a local family where the owner will happily tell us about her traditional home, garden and livestock. She’ll even show us how to make Vietnam’s famous rice paper and the interesting process of rubber tapping. A scenic drive back to HCMC allows us to enjoy a delicious lunch of traditional southern Vietnamese cuisine in a local restaurant.

After lunch and a recharge we’ll be ready to kick off the afternoon with a visit to the War Remnants Museum where we’ll learn about Vietnam’s past struggles and resistance through two historic wars. Next stop will be the historical Reunification Palace, a beautiful, important and perfectly preserved building. Witnessing Reunification Palace is like going back in time and experiencing first-hand the important role it played during the Vietnamese War.

Heading back to the city centre, we’ll see the beautiful architecture remaining from French colonial times, including Notre Dame cathedral, the Opera House and City Hall. To end on a high note, we’ll ascend to the famous Rex Hotel rooftop bar and drink in the views, as well as some cocktails!

Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh.

Today You’ll Travel By: Private Car/Van • Walking

Today’s Inclusions: 1 Night’s Accommodation with Breakfast • Private Transport • Bottled Water • Tour Guide • Entrance Fees • Lunch.
Day 3 Day 3: Day Trip To Cai Be And Tan Phong Island
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Day Trip To Cai Be And Tan Phong Island

Today you’ll visit:

Cai Be

Mekong Delta

Tan Phong Island Cycle Tour

Traditional Markets

Local Families

Cao Dai Temple

After breakfast, we’ll pick you up at your hotel, get you comfortably seated in our private transport, then set off for today’s adventure to Cai Be! The drive will take about three hours and follows alongside the wonderful Mekong Delta so we can learn all about the course of the river and how it arrives from its origins in the snowy mountains of Tibet. Gaze out at the spectacular scenery as we drive through the wonderfully fertile region and capture glimpses of local life.

Once we arrive at Cai Be, we’ll board our private sampan (a traditional, motorized boat) to begin our unforgettable cruise along the Mekong River. First we’ll experience a small floating market. This is a great chance to experience traditional trading away from the tourist focused markets of the city. Expect to be dazzled by an array of colours, smells and sounds. Keep your camera at hand to snap some beautiful shots!

After the floating market, we’ll change to the rowing boats and venture into smaller, more secluded canals of the delta to observe the daily lives of the locals. Our dry land destination will be Tan Phong island where a group of local singers will greet us with a performance of traditional music from South West Vietnam. Then we’ll hop on our bikes and enjoy a cycle tour of the island visiting local families along the way to learn more about their way of life and their unbelievable resourcefulness. We’ll also have the opportunity to sample some of their Mekong delicacies for lunch including freshly made spring rolls, fried pumpkin flower and beautiful braised pork soaked in coconut juice.

After our special Mekong lunch, we’ll transfer back to our boat to see the handicraft of local merchants preparing coconut candy and pop-rice. Finally, our last stop before heading back to Ho Chi Minh City is the stunning Cao Dai temple where we can learn about this peaceful religion and admire the temple’s ornate design and bold use of colour.

Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh City.

Today You’ll Travel By: Private Car/Van • Machine Boat • Rowing Sampan • Bicycle • Walking.

Today’s Inclusions: 1 Night’s Accommodation with Breakfast • Private Transport • Tour Guide • Entrance Fees • Lunch.
Day 4 Flight To Da Nang & Hoi An Walking Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Flight To Da Nang & Hoi An Walking Tour

Today you’ll visit:

Hoi An Old Town & Markets

Japanese Covered Bridge

Old Merchant’s House

Tan Ky Assembly Hall

A short domestic flight will take you from HCMC to Da Nang where a local guide will be waiting for you upon arrival. Private transport will take you to the ancient city of Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It will only take about 40 minutes to get to Hoi An. From there, we’ll drop you off at your hotel and leave you to get settled in.

We’ll set a time for the walking tour of the peaceful Old Town, which is pedestrianised and an absolute joy to walk around. It’s impossible to take more than a few steps without seeing ancient buildings and temples full of character from Hoi An’s colourful past; a former port city with a melting pot of influences from China, Japan, and France. It truly is a beautiful and unique place, perfectly preserved and yet full of new life! You’ll see many highlights on this walking tour including the Japanese covered bridge, the old merchant’s house and the famous lanterned streets and markets. For lunch we’ll be free to either sample local delicacies at a restaurant or try tasty street food as we wander through these ancient streets.

Come sunset, thousands of lamps and colourful lanterns will be lit all along Hoi An’s picturesque streets, buildings and trees- even the river will be filled with floating lanterns. It truly is a sight to behold and makes for a magical experience and unforgettable evening out.

Overnight stay in Hoi An.

Today You’ll Travel By: Aeroplane • Private Car/Van • Walking

Today’s Inclusions: 1 Night’s Accommodation with Breakfast • Private Transport • Bottled Water • Lunch • Tour Guide
Day 5 Cycle Tour To Tra Que Village
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cycle Tour To Tra Que Village

Today you’ll visit:

Tra Que Vegetable Village

Local Homes

Cam Chau Countryside

Hoi An Streets

After a hearty breakfast, your guide will arrive at your hotel with first-rate bikes for today’s tour. We’ll get comfortable on our bikes and then set off through the streets for Tra Que Herbal Village, located about 3km from the Old Quarter. The route is easy to navigate and follows a nice flat path so you can take advantage of all the sights you’ll see along the way.

The herbal village is famous for its fertile lowlands which produce the fragrant herbs used in Vietnamese cooking like sweet basil, peppermint and culanto- all lovingly cultivated by hand. We’ll meet with locals and have the opportunity to get involved with the daily tasks essential to keep this special place flourishing. Here you’ll meet ‘The Oldest Couple’, take a selfie with a water buffalo and even try your hand at the art of lantern making. Phew!

Next up will be a welcome coffee and lunch break. Cao Lau will be on the menu- a dish exclusive to Hoi An consisting of pork, noodles and plenty of fresh herbs and greens from the very fields you’ll be standing in. After some rest and digestion, it’s time to get back in the saddle and head back towards the city. The tour will cover about 17 km over 4 hours, but of course is flexible to meet the needs of your group.

Overnight stay in Hoi An.Road Trip from Hoi An to Hue & Citadel Tour

Today You’ll Travel By: Bicycle • Walking.

Today’s Inclusions: 1 Night’s Accommodation with Breakfast • Private Transport • Bottled Water • Bicycle Tour with Guide • Lunch.
Day 6 Road Trip From Hoi An To Hue & Citadel Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Road Trip From Hoi An To Hue & Citadel Tour

Today you’ll visit:

Da Nang Beach

Hai Van Pass

Hue Citadel

Cyclo Tour

After breakfast we’ll set off in our private transport for Hue; the former seat of the Nguyen Dynasty Emperors and up until 1945, Vietnam’s capital city. Our route will take us through the Hai Van Pass, meaning ‘sea clouds’ so called because of the majestic views of the sea and white sand beaches. There are some fantastic photo opportunities along this pass, so we’ll include plenty of photo stops to make sure you capture these stunning views. If we get peckish along the way, we can stop for an optional lunch, views included of course!

Once we arrive in Hue and get checked-in it’s time to hit the road, cyclo style! We’ll head straight to the Citadel; a UNESCO World Heritage Site guarded by an ancient moat and thick stone walls. The vast Citadel encompasses the Imperial City, Forbidden Purple City and the Royal Theatre, so stretch those legs and get ready for an afternoon full of culture, history, amazing architecture and countless photo opportunities.

Afterwards we’ll take you back to your hotel for a well deserved rest and happily share some top recommendations for dinner in the city.

Overnight stay in Hue.

Today You’ll Travel By: Private Car/Van • Cyclo • Walking.

Today’s Inclusions: 1 Night’s Accommodation with Breakfast • Private Car/Van • Bottled Water • Cyclo and Driver • Tour Guide.
Day 7 Hue And Perfume River Cruise
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hue And Perfume River Cruise

Today you’ll visit:

Thanh Toan Bridge

King Tu Duc Tomb

Bunker Hill

Tiger Arena

Thien Mu Pagoda

Perfume River

Today will be a full-day tour so we can see all the best Hue has to offer, starting with Thanh Toan Bridge. This hidden gem, located off the tourist track in a small village, is characterised by a rare squared timber arch, ancient ceramics and calligraphy inscriptions. It may have been built centuries ago, but it’s unique beauty is still very much apparent. We’ll also visit some locals including the inspiring Ms. Thuy who specialises in making Vietnam’s world famous conical hats.

Next up is the tomb of King Tu Duc, the most popular and impressive of all the royal mausoleums. It houses courtyards, pavilions, temples and chambers. Your tour guide will tell you all about its fascinating history and the king’s life of imperial luxury, from his 104 wives to the unfortunate ending for the 200 burial servants!

Just before lunch we’ll visit Bunker Hill which overlooks the Perfume River and boasts amazing panoramic views. The area served as a great military vantage point by providing secret observation posts for the surrounding territory, many bunkers still remain so you’ll have the chance to get up close and investigate them.

We’ll have lunch and recharge our batteries at a serene nunnery pagoda and then head off for our next destination, Tiger Arena, an ancient colosseum where tigers and elephants would fight to the death all in the name of royal entertainment.

The final leg of our tour today takes us to the iconic seven story Thien Mu Pagoda, the unofficial symbol of Hue city. From here we’ll board a classic dragon boat and cruise down the Perfume River back towards the city where you’ll be picked up and transferred back to your hotel.

Overnight stay in Hue.

Today You’ll Travel By: Private Car/Van • Dragon Boat on Perfume River.

Today’s Inclusions: 1 Night’s Accommodation with Breakfast • All Transport • Bottled Water • Tour Guide • Lunch.
Day 8 Flight To Hanoi With Cyclo Tour Of Old Quarter & Evening Water Puppets Show
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Flight To Hanoi With Cyclo Tour Of Old Quarter & Evening Water Puppets Show

Today you’ll visit:

Hoan Kiem Lake

Old Quarter Streets

Water Puppets Show

Cycle Tour

After a tasty breakfast and hotel checkout, we’ll head to Phu Bai airport for a short 60-minute flight to Hanoi. As you touch down in the capital city, the northern team will be ready and waiting to greet you. You’ll be privately transported to your accommodation to get settled in and we’ll leave you with some fantastic lunch suggestions.

In the afternoon, we’ll kick things off with a cyclo tour of the Old Quarter. You’ll meander through narrow, winding streets where merchants and artists once gathered to sell goods in times gone by. There are plenty of fantastic photo opportunities here as well as the chance to experience this unique, ‘travel back in time’ part of Hanoi.

We’ll also see Hoan Kiem Lake, which acts as a peaceful central point for locals who come here to practice tai chi, exercise, meditate and even dance – wherever you look people are enjoying the space, moving their bodies and socialising. The lake also holds an ancient legend about an emperor, a magic sword and a golden turtle! Your guide can share the whole story with you while you explore this must-see location and take in its peaceful, yet active vibe.

We’ll crown the evening with a trip to Thang Long theatre to see the famous water puppets show. This delightful art form dates back to the 11th century and is accompanied by live music and traditional singing.

Overnight stay in Hanoi.

Today You’ll Travel By: Aeroplane • Private Car/Van • Walking • Cyclo.

Today’s Inclusions: 1 Night’s Accommodation with Breakfast • Flight • Private Pickup and Drop-off • Tour Guides • Cyclo Tour.
Day 9 Road Trip To Halong Bay & Overnight Cruise
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Road Trip To Halong Bay & Overnight Cruise

08:30

Luxury van picks you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Enjoy the landscape of the Red River Delta on the way to Ha Long Bay.

11:30

Arriving at Lot 32 - Tuan Chau Marina – have check-in procedures at the waiting lounge.

You can take special tea at lounge by warm welcome.

12:15

Transfer to Orchid Cruises by a tender boat. Welcome aboard, we’ll have some welcome drinks and gather at the restaurant for a cruise briefing and some safety instructions.

13:00

Passengers will be taking lunch while we cruise and visit Ha Long Bay – Lan Ha Bay - one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature

15:00

We progress to Trung Trang cave by bus on Cat Ba Island which is located in the middle of Cat Ba National Park.

Trung Trang Valley is the largest valley on Cat Ba Island. The valley covers an area of approximately 300 hectares, has a depth of 10m to 30m and is around 15km in the middle of Cat Ba National Park. Trung Trang Cave measures 300m lengthwise through the mountains. The cave was carved by nature for more than 2000 years. The cave has many stalactites that take on various shapes that will awe and inspire visitors to use their imagination.

17:30

Orchid Cruises enters a less populated area at Tra Bau – Lan Ha Bay. Enjoy a nice swim in the green, emerald water.

18:00

Onboard you may join a cooking demonstration and enjoy the Happy Hour (buy 1 get 1) at the bar while watching the view of the bay at sunset.

Option: Massage service available. Please book with our Cruise Manager directly.

19:15

Savor a fusion dinner made with the freshest ingredients in a sophisticated space with elegant French neoclassical style and traditional oriental touches.

21:00

It’s time to admire the beauty of the night on the bay, our bar on the sundeck and in the restaurant welcomes you. You may want to try your luck with squid fishing or watch a movie in the restaurant, we also have chess and cards for you.

Stay overnight on Orchid Classic Cruise
Day 10 Halong Bay Cruise & Return To Hanoi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Halong Bay Cruise & Return To Hanoi

DAY 2: HA LONG BAY – HANOI (BREAKFAST & BRUNCH)

06:30

It is a perfect time to refresh and indulge yourself in the peaceful beauty of the bay with a tai chi session on the sundeck. If you want to hunt for dawn, get up from 5:30 to 6:00 depending on the season, and consult our sailors.

07:00

We will have breakfast at the restaurant while continuing the cruise.

07:30

Kayaking activities in the Ao Ech area are held to discover the hidden charm of Ha Long - Lan Ha Bay

08:30 Orchid Cruises welcomes you back on board and it is time for checking out.

10:00

Enjoy a delightful brunch at our restaurant while cruising back.

11:30

Disembark Orchid Cruises at Tuan Chau Marina, say best wishes, and end your cruise with us.

14:30

Back to your drop-off point in Hanoi. End of the trip.
Day 11 Departure Day
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Departure Day

Tạm biệt! Goodbye! Sadly, today is departure day. After checking out of your hotel, your trusty guide will be there to help you with your bags and make sure you arrive at the airport on time. Whether you’re heading home or onto the next leg of your adventure, we’ll wish you the best of luck and have no doubt that you’ll leave with great memories thanks to your fantastic Maika Tour!

Today You’ll Travel By: Private Car/Van

Trip Inclusions: Private Guide, Private Airport Transfers

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11-Day Tour: Best Of North, South, And Central Vietnam

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Itinerary of your trip 11-Day Tour: Best Of North, South, And Central Vietnam

Arrival To Tan Son Nhat In Ho Chi Minh City

Cu Chi Tunnels And Ho Chi Minh City Tour

Day 3: Day Trip To Cai Be And Tan Phong Island

Flight To Da Nang & Hoi An Walking Tour

Cycle Tour To Tra Que Village

Road Trip From Hoi An To Hue & Citadel Tour

Hue And Perfume River Cruise

Flight To Hanoi With Cyclo Tour Of Old Quarter & Evening Water Puppets Show

Road Trip To Halong Bay & Overnight Cruise

Halong Bay Cruise & Return To Hanoi

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