13 DAYS DISCOVERING AWESOME VIETNAM
HANOI – HA LONG BAY – HUE – HOI AN – MEKONG DELTA
Highlights:
UNESCO Heritage Sites: Ha Long Bay – the Nature of Wonder, Hoi An Ancient town – well-preserved Southeast Asian trading port, Hue Ancient Capital Complex – the last capital of Vietnam, My Son Sanctuary – the land of ancient Champa.
500 steps to Mua Cave – “The Great Wall of China” in Vietnam
Basket Boat Dancing at Cam Thanh Coconut forest with skilled boatman
Street Food in Hanoi.
Local life discovery on Mekong Delta
OUTLINE ITINERARY:
Day 1 Hanoi - Arrival [Guide]
Day 2 Hanoi - Full Day Tour - Street Food [Guide/B/D]
Day 3 Hanoi - Ninh Binh [Guide/B/L/D]
Day 4 Hanoi - Ha Long Bay [Guide/B/L/D]
Day 5 Ha Long Bay - Flight To Hue [Guide/B/Br/D]
Day 6 Hue - Full Day City Tour [Guide/B/L/D]
Day 7 Hue - Hoi An Ancient Town [Guide/B/L/D]
Day 8 Hoi An - Coconut Forest [Guide/B/L/D] – Sic Tour
Day 9 Hoi - Bana hill - Da Nang [guide/b/l/d]
Day 10 Da Nang - beach - flight to Saigon [guide/b/l/d]
Day 11 Ho Chi Minh - Cu Chi Tunnel - Half Day [Guide/B/L/d]
Day 12 Ho Chi Minh - Mekong [Guide/B/L/D]
Day 13 Ho Chi Minh – Departure [Guide/B]
DETAILS ITINERARY:
DAY 1 HANOI - ARRIVAL [GUIDE]
Arrival in Noi Bai International airport, our guide will pick you up from airport to hotel for check in and take a rest.
Check in time at 2PM
Overnight in Hanoi.
DAY 2 HANOI - FULL DAY TOUR - STREET FOOD [GUIDE/B/D]
Explore the charming city of Hanoi, often referred to as the ‘Paris of the East’, with its yellow ochre colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards and scenic lakes. Visit the historic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, an imposing monument of marble and granite built to house the preserved body of beloved revolutionary leader Ho Chi Minh, affectionately known to the Vietnamese as “Uncle Ho”. Visit the One Pillar Pagoda, a Buddhist temple built in 1049 of wood in the shape of a lotus blossom and set on a single stone pillar.
Continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first national university built in the late 11th century. The picturesque temple is an example of well-preserved traditional Vietnamese architecture and is featured on the back of the 100,000 Vietnamese dong banknote.
Lunch by your own account
In the afternoon, you will visit Hoa Lo Prison to understand exactly Vietnam War during French colonial and America – Vietnam War.
Then drive back to central Hanoi for a walking tour through the famed Old Quarter known for its ‘36 streets of 36 wares’ named after the original 36 artisan guilds that date as far back as the 13th century. You will visit Hoan Kiem Lake with Ngoc Son Temple – the temple of the Jade Mountain.
Then you will enjoy street food in Hanoi.
Below is some suggestion for you:
- Banh My – a simple Vietnamese baguette
- Bun Cha – made of grilled pork & noodle, a well-known local food in Hanoi.
- Banh Trang Tron – Rice Paper Salad – one of best street food
- Tasting Egg Coffee or Sweet Soup (chè)
- Nem Lui – Grilled ground pork on stick
Overnight in Hanoi.
DAY 3 HANOI - NINH BINH [GUIDE/B/L/D]
Breakfast at hotel, then our guide will pick you up from hotel to Ninh Binh in around 2.5 hours.
Arrival in Ninh Binh, you will visit Hoa Lu, an ancient capital dating back to the 10th century, packed with temple & fortress ruins.
Then you will visit the Temple of King Dinh and King Le and learn more about Vietnamese history under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties.
Lunch at local restaurant
In the afternoon, you will visit Tam Coc, known as “Halong Bay on the land”, where you can spend 1.5 hours on the bamboo boat to explore this area. On this excursion down the Ngo Dong River, you will pass through the beautiful paddy fields, limestone karst formation, and a stunning cave system including Hang Ca, Hang Hai, and Hang Ba for an unforgettable experience.
We continue to visit Mua Cave, also known as the “Great Wall of China” in Vietnam, and climb 500 steps to reach the peak of Ngoa Long Mountain, overlooking the amazing view of the city and Tam Coc below.
Then back to Hanoi. Dinner at local restaurant
Overnight in Hanoi
DAY 4 HANOI - HA LONG BAY [GUIDE/B/L/D]
In the morning you will depart Hanoi at 08:30 for a three and a half hour drive through the Red River Delta to Ha Long Bay City. On the way, you will stop for refreshments, and upon arriving in Halong City, you will take a tender transfer to your junk and set sail through the bay while lunch is served. As you cruise the magical bay, you will notice thousands of sculpted limestone islands rising from the waves like dragons' teeth. Later in the afternoon, you'll visit a fishing village with the opportunity to interact with fishermen who have been living in the bay for almost three generations. Back on board, you'll enjoy cocktails or a cooking class while watching the sunset, and later you can unwind at a restaurant with a lavish dinner. To end the day, you can enjoy some evening activities such as movie night, board games, or a beauty treatment, before an overnight stay on the junk.
DAY 5 HA LONG BAY - FLIGHT TO HUE [GUIDE/B/BR/D]
Wake up on the bay to the sounds of waves and bird welcoming the new day. You will have an opportunity to view the sunrise over the bay. After breakfast, visit a beautiful limestone grotto then walk back to the boat for a final glimpse of Halong Bay while cruising back to the dock. Disembark on cruise, then transfer directly to a flight to Hue.
Arrival in Hue, check in at hotel.
Dinner at local restaurant
Overnight in Hue.
DAY 6 HUE - FULL DAY CITY TOUR [GUIDE/B/L/D]
Breakfast at hotel, then you will discover Hue ancient capital.
Once the imperial capital of the Nguyen Lords from the 17th to the 19th centuries, Hue’s splendid emperors’ tombs, ancient pagodas and the remains of the Citadel contribute to its undeniable royal charm. Discover the Imperial Citadel at the centre of the Complex of Hue Monuments inscribed by UNESCO as a World Heritage site. Enter through the towering main gate and appreciate the magnificent architecture and gardens while your guide explains the events and the intrigue surrounding the former royal court. Despite being heavily bombed during the Vietnam War, there are some incredibly well-preserved sections intact and others which are being carefully restored. Take the boat on Huong River, then you wil visit Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue’s best-preserved religious monument. Built in 1601, the seven-storied tower pagoda, perched on top of on a hill overlooking the Perfume River, is one of Vietnam’s most recognisable icons.
In the afternoon, visit the elaborate Khai Dinh Royal Tomb. Its architecture showcases elements of Eastern art and Western design. Notice the tomb’s blackened concrete exterior and colourful mosaic interior. Continue to visit Minh Mang Tomb – considered as the most majestic of all of the Royal Tombs. Renowned for its architecture, which harmoniously blends into the nature surroundings.
Shopping at Dong Ba Market - the busiest market in Hue with various kinds of foods and goods. Here you can see how the local people buy and sale things. This is also a chance for you to buy souvenirs for your friends and family.
Transfer back to your hotel with an optional stop en route at an incense stick making house.
Overnight in Hue.
DAY 7 HUE - HOI AN ANCIENT TOWN [GUIDE/B/L/D]
Breakfast at hotel, then you will take a private car transfer to Hoi An. On the way, you will come across Hai Van Pass with the panoramic view of Lang Co Beach & East Sea.
Arrival in Hoi An, check in at hotel and take a rest.
In the late afternoon, you will discover Hoi An Ancient Town -– the well-preserved ancient architecture of a trading port from 15 – 19th century.
Take a walking tour through the narrow winding streets of the ancient town centre, visiting Chua Ong Pagoda, the Chinese Assembly Hall, the 200-year old Tam Ky ancestral house and the famous Japanese Bridge.
Back to hotel and take a rest.
Dinner at local restaurant
Overnight in Hoi An.
DAY 8 HOI AN - COCONUT FOREST [GUIDE/B/L/D] – SIC TOUR
Pick you up at your hotel by private car and transfer you down to PHƯỚC HẢI- CỬA ĐẠI Fishing Village
Board Jack Tran’s boat cruise and commence cruising on CỬA ĐẠI River
Enjoy Thúng Chai basket boat demonstration by Jack Tran’s crews.
Learn to paddle the unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats and join in a basket boat racing for fun while exploring waterways palm coconut canals waterways of a past war and hear of the extreme conditions endured by soldiers of both sides of V.C & US army. Enjoy your fun catching purple crabs
Join local fishermen life on the river and enjoy hands-on experience cast net fishing
Enjoy learning and experiencing cultural folk music of singing and rowing Bả Trạo with local fishermen
Keep arriving to an islet fisherman for big net fishing
Back on-board our boat, enjoy lunch and cold beer or soft drink.
Then come back hotel and take a rest.
Free and easy, then you will enjoy Hoi An Memory Show - The real world performance features Vietnam's traditional ao dai using modern staging techniques, lighting technology and elegant audio effects. Through these, a 400-year-old story of Hoi An is represented with all of its grace and prosperity - https://hoianmemoriesland.com/
Dinner at local restaurant
Overnight in Hoi An.
DAY 9 HOI - BANA HILL - DA NANG [GUIDE/B/L/D]
In the morning, transfer to Bana Hills Station. You have a chance to ride on a modern system of cable cars helps you get a bird’s-eye view, very miraculous and attractive while enjoying a feeling of flying in the blue sky amidst the clouds and wind. You will visit some old French villas en route, as well as the suspension bridge, Nui Chua & the Mountain Peak (at the height of 1,487m). Visit Linh Ung Pagoda, Golden Bridge, Sakyamuni Buddha’s monument and Ba Na.
Next, you will discover Marble mountain - a cluster of five marble and limestone hills located in Ngũ Hành Sơn District, south of Da Nang city in Vietnam. The five mountains are named after the five elements: Kim, Thuy, Moc, Hoa and Tho.
Then you will visit Marble Mountain with beautiful six mountains and ancient cave as well as amaizng temples.
Dinner at local restaurant
Overnight in Saigon.
DAY 10 DA NANG - BEACH - FLIGHT TO SAIGON [GUIDE/B/L/D]
Enjoy Da Nang beach
Lunch at local restaurant
Then you will transfer to airport for flight to Saigon.
Arrival in Saigon, dinner at local restaurant
Overnight in Saigon.
DAY 11 HO CHI MINH - CU CHI TUNNEL - HALF DAY [GUIDE/B/L/D]
Depart in the early morning for a 2hr drive northwest to the Cu Chi Tunnels. The ingenious tunnel complex was initially started in 1948 to protect the Viet Cong guerrillas from the French air and ground sweeps. The tunnels also served as communication routes, storage facilities for food and weapon caches and contained hospitals and living quarters for guerrilla fighters throughout the American War.
Lunch at local restaurant.
Then you will come back HO Chi Minh and discover Ho Chi Minh city.
The first stop is Reunification Palace – a landmark of HO Chi Minh city, built in French colonial period. Besides, you will discover other exciting French style architecture like Dong Khoi Street, Opera House and Old post office. Visiting History Museum – display Vietnam war items & other historical antiques.
Dinner at local restaurant
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh
DAY 12 HO CHI MINH - MEKONG [GUIDE/B/L/D]
Breakfast at hotel, then our guide will pick you up to visit My Tho. Cruising on the Mekong river for a sight-seeing of the four islands: Dragon, Unicorn, Turtle, Phoenix and Rạch Miễu bridge.Heading toThới Sơn (Uniorn island, the biggest island in this area which is about 1.200 square hectare and about 11 km long) to see bee hives and enjoy honey tea at local people’s house. Taking horse-carriage (or electric cart) along the village road. Resting at a farm-house to enjoy some fresh tropical fruits and listen to some traditional music performed by local people. Rowing small boat (sampan) along a beautiful natural canal and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere in the countryside. Continuing to An Hóa Island, Bến Tre province to visit a coconut candy workshop.
If the time permits, you will visit Vinh Trang Pagoda or Cao Dai Temple – one of the spiritual destination in southern Vietnam.
Lunch at hotel restaurant
Then transfer back to Saigon
Go shopping at Cho Lon Market or Ben Thanh Market
Dinner at local restauant
Overnight in Saigon.
DAY 13 HO CHI MINH – DEPARTURE [GUIDE/B]
Breakfast at hotel, free & easy, then our guide will pick you up to airport for flight home.
End of trips!
We look forward to seeing you again on your next adventure with Vinasoul Travel!
SERVICE INCLUDES
+ Private door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services; All private transfer and transportation
+ Accommodation shared in Twin/Double room with daily breakfast
+ Tissues and water on coach; Services charges and government tax; Exclusive and personalized single agent/single customer service; No extra charge after services confirmation; 24/7 hotline support guaranteed;
+ All Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast ; L: Lunch ; D: Dinner)
+ Halong Bay cruise program as specific
+ Domestic Flights: HAN - HUI, DAD – SGN, Economy class, Vietnam Airlines.
+ Experienced English-speaking guide during all tours and transfers
+ Private boat trip for sightseeing as mentioned in the program, Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary
SERVICES EXCLUDES
+ International flight tickets
+ Evisa Assistance to Vietnam (40usd/PAX) – including stamping fee at airport
+ Meals, if not specified in the itinerary
+ Tipping for guides, drivers, hotel staff, restaurant staff, boat rider, etc. Personal expenses, such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc. All other services not specified in the itinerary Surcharge for Peak season, Tet Lunar New year holidays, and compulsory dinner at some hotel & resort on Xmas and New year’s Eve
+ Travel insurance (we highly recommend that you purchase adequate insurance).
Suggestions for tipping and gratuities:
+ Group under 6 pax: 20 USD per Group per day.
+ Group from 6 pax up: 3 - 5 USD per pax per day
+ Group under 6 pax: 10 USD per Group per day.
+ Group from 6 pax up: 2 USD per pax per day
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