- This journey can be enjoyed
at any time of the year. Hanoi and north Vietnam experience two seasons
- summer and winter. Summers are dry and warm, averaging"/>
- This journey can be enjoyed
at any time of the year. Hanoi and north Vietnam experience two seasons
- summer and winter. Summers are dry and warm, averaging 25 to 33
degrees. Winters (October to March) can be cool with temperatures in
Hanoi averaging 10 to 20 degrees in January. Some winter months
experience a light, drizzling rain. In central and south Vietnam, the
“dry” season runs from November to May. Temperatures average between 22
and 30 degrees. The “wet” season is characterized by brief showers late
in the afternoon with temperatures ranging from 25 to 33 degrees. DETAILED ITINERARY Day 1: Hanoi Arrival (D)
Arrive
Hanoi. Transfer to your hotel for a tour briefing and welcome drinks.
The rest of the day is for a rest after a long flight and orientation.
Welcome dinner. Accommodation Day 02 : Hanoi
(B, L, D)
We
start with the Ho Chi Minh Quarter, taking in the Ho Chi Minh
Mausoleum. We then visit Ho Chi Minh’s simple house on stilts, the
Museum, Presidential Palace and One Pillar Pagoda. We continue our tour
by visiting Hanoi’s first University - the Temple of Literature -
dating back to 1070. After lunch we visit the infamous “Hanoi Hilton” -
Hanoi’s former central prison. End your look at Hanoi with a cyclo tour
throught the fascinating Old Quarter. In the evening attend Hanoi’s
amazing water puppet show. Day 3: Hanoi - Ha Long - Ha Noi
(B, L)
This
morning we travel east to Halong Bay, Vietnam’s greatest natural
wonder. We spend the day cruising among some of the 3,000 limestone
islands that rise out of the sea, and explore spectacular caves and
grottoes. There’s an opportunity to take a swim (weather permitting)
and we enjoy a superb seafood lunch on board. In the afternoon we
return to Hanoi, stopping at a ceramic village en route. This evening
is free to relax or explore on your own. Day 04 : Hanoi - Hue on Express train
(B, L, D)
This
morning we take a cyclo ride to explore the Old Quarter, a series of 36
ancient streets named after the traditional products they sell. The
remainder of the day is free for shopping or to explore on your own,
before boarding the train or your flight for Hue. Accommodation: 1
Night REUNIFICATION EXPRESS TRAIN (or Hotel in Hue for flight option) Day 5: Hue City
(B, D)
Hue
is the centre of Buddhism, art and literature in Vietnam, and the last
imperial capital. We visit the Citadel, former home to the emperors,
devastated during the war in 1968, later visit Thien Mu Pagoda before
returning to the city by dragon boat along the Perfume River. In the
afternoon we drive to the tomb of Emperor Khai Dinh, an elaborate
structure that combines both Vietnamese and French architecture. In the
evening we sample Hue’s famous cuisine. Accommodation Day 6: Hue - DMZ
(B, L)
Visit
Khe Sanh, the Rockpile, the former border at Ben Hai bridge and the
Vinh Moc tunnels. In the afternoon drive to Hue along Highway 1.
Overnight in Hue. Day 7: Hue to Hoi An
(B, L, D)
This
morning we travel south to Danang. We stop on top of spectacular Hai
Van Pass and see some of the most beautiful scenery in Vietnam. After
lunch we stop at the Cham Museum then the Marble Mountains. From here
we take a short drive around to China Beach, then continue south to the
enchanting port town of Hoi An. This evening join the rest of the group
for a cooking class at one of Hoi An’s riverside restaurants.
Accommodation Day 8: Hoi An
(B, L)
This
morning we take a drive out to beautiful My Son, the foremost Cham site
in Vietnam. We return to Hoi An in the afternoon with the rest of the
day free. Accommodation. Day 09 : Hoi An - Quy Nhon (B, L, D) Driving
through the lush scenery of Vietnam’s central coastland, we wind our
way down the coast, stopping Quang Ngai, to pause at the memorial
commemorating the horrific My Lai massacre. We continue onto beautiful
Sa Huynh beach before arriving in Qui Nhon late afternoon.
Accommodation: Day 10 : Quy Nhon - Nha Trang (B,L) Continuing
south along Highway One we pass the salt, shrimp and fish farms that
are the principal industries in this area. We also pass stunning
coastal scenery around Dai Lanh, and take time to ride through
villages, meet the locals and take photographs and arrive at the beach
resort town of Nha Trang in the late afternoon. Accommodation Day 11: Nha Trang (B, L) This
morning you will be transferred to the port to board your boat for a
day of relaxation and indulgence as you cruise through the clear blue
waters amongst the islands off Nha Trang. You will have the chance to
stop for some swimming and snorkelling before taking a bountiful
seafood lunch on board. Return mid afternoon for free time. Day 12: Nha Trang - Da Lat (B, D)
Today
we ascend Ngoan Muc Pass to the Central Highlands and the French
hillside town of Dalat, a quaint hill station surrounded by pine
forests and French villas. Accommodation Day 13: Da Lat (B, L)
In
Dalat, admire the magnificent French architecture and views over pine
covered mountains, as we tour Bao Dai’s palace and visit a special Zen
Buddhist monk-artist. We also visit the colourful flower market, enjoy
a short train ride to one of the nearby villages and have free time to
cycle or stroll around the central lake. Day 14: Da Lat - Ho Chi Minh (B, L)
This
morning we drive through splendid mountain terrain, as well as numerous
coffee and tea plantations. We stop at a floating fishing village on
Lake Langa before arriving late afternoon in Vietnam’s largest city.
Accommodation Day 15: Ho Chi Minh (B, L) This
morning begin a walking tour of Saigon’s famous and historic city
landmarks. We visit the Reunification Palace and War Remnants Museum.
We then drive to Cholon, the Chinatown district, where we visit the
huge Binh Tay wholesale market and the ornate Thien Hau temple. The
afternoon is free for further exploration of the city. Accommodation. Day 16: Tay Ninh - Cu Chi (B, L) This
morning we visit the famous Vietcong tunnels at Cu Chi. This incredible
system, covering nearly 250 km, was shelter to over 16,000 communist
guerillas during the war. We continue to the remarkable Cao Daism
Temple at Tay Ninh, near the Cambodian border, and witness the
colourful noon service. Cao Dai combines the world’s great religions -
Buddhism, Christianity, Islam and Confucianism. We have lunch at a
local restaurant before returning in the late afternoon to Saigon, for
a chance to enjoy the city’s restaurants and nightlife. Accommodation Day 17: Mekong Delta (B, L, D) Travel
to the “ricebowl” of Vietnam - the incredibly lush Mekong Delta. Two
hours south of Saigon, we arrive at My Tho, and travel by longboat to
visit some of the islands in the delta. We journey by sampan through
intricate, palm-fringed waterways, visiting tropical fruit orchards and
experiencing local hospitality before returning to Saigon. In the
evening join the group for a farewell dinner. Day 18: Sai Gon Departure
Free untill transfer to TAN SON NHAT airport for flying to your next destionation. Hanoi
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