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♦ Explore the fascinating Old Quarter
and its hundreds of specialty shops
selling silk clothing, lacquerware,
embroidered linens, furniture, bamboo,
cooking utensils, ceremonial objects and
more.
♦ Wander the charming
streets of Hoi An town – lined with
centuries old houses, quiet boutiques
and famous tailors
♦ Float down Hue’s Perfume River to
visit tombs, pagodas and temples, relics
of the former Imperial Capital
♦ Explore vibrant Ho Chi Minh City,
the dynamic heart of Vietnam
♦ Join the trip to visit the
intricate network of the Cu Chi Tunnels,
constructed by the Viet Cong during the
American War |
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Day 1 :
Arrive Hanoi
Welcome upon arrival at Hanoi Airport by
Asia King Travel guide. Transfer to hotel. Overnight at
the hotel in Hanoi.
Day 2 :
Hanoi City tour (B,L,D)
Today we enjoy a full day city tour
starting with the Ho Chi Minh Complex. This
famous site contains the mausoleum of the
nation’s founder Ho Chi Minh ( Close on
Monday, friday & November), the Presidential
Palace and the Ho Chi Minh’s house on
stilts. Close to this complex is the One
Pillar Pagoda, whose origins date back to
the foundation of city. We follow this with
the Temple of Literature, which is well
known as the first university of Vietnam and
the impressive Ethnologic Museum, dedicated
to Vietnam's 54 ethnic groups. The beautiful
West Lake and the History Museum with an
excellent collection of artifacts
illustrating the Vietnamese history are also
highlight of our trip. We visit these sights
before continuing to the peaceful lake of
Hoan Kiem. In front of this lake is the
famous water puppet theatre where we will
see a fantastic performance. Dinner in the
local restaurant. Overnight in Hanoi
Day 3 :
Hanoi - Halong Bay - Nigh train to
Hue (B,L,D) After breakfast,
we drive
directly to Ha Long city. Arrive at Ha long,
getting on boat at a private junk. While the
junk cruising caves, grottoes, floating
villages and beaches on Ha Long bay, having
fresh seafood lunch on boat. we will stop
for a while visiting to Surprise Caves.
disbank the junk about 15 .00pm. We
drive back to Hanoi. Dinner in the local
restaurant. Tonight take soft sleeper train
to Hue. Overnight onboard.
Day 4 :
Hue
(B,L,D)
Arriving to Hue, there will be a transfer to our
hotel for a freshen up and breakfast. We then
set out for the exploration of Hue's famous
highlights, including the Citadel and the
Forbidden Purple City. Built in the 19th century
by the Nguyen dynasty, the City was home to the
former Emperors of Vietnam from 1802 until 1945.
In the surrounding countryside there is the
picturesque Thiem Mu, or Heavenly Lady Pagoda.
One of the most poignant displays here is a
car belonging to a former monk, who in 1963,
drove to Saigon and set himself alight to
protest against the South Vietnamese regime
and its treatment of Buddhists. .
Dinner in the
local restaurant. Overnight in Hue
Day 5 :
Hoi An - Hue (B,L,D)
As we bid Hue farewell this morning we
continue our south bound journey. Today's
destination is the old trading town of Hoi An.
Along the way though we will stop at Lang Co
beach for coffee and refreshments. From here we
head up to the Hai Van pass, stopping at the top
to take in the stunning views north over Lang Co
beach and south over Danang city. Continuing on
our way down the other side and into Da nang,
where we will stop at the Cham Museum, the famed
China Beach, and the Marble Mountains. Arriving
in Hoi
we will visit the ancient merchants' houses,
a Phuc Kien temple, the 400-year-old
Japanese Covered Bridge, and the colourful
riverside market. Visit a workshop where
artisans make Hoi An's famous lanterns. Overnight in Hoi An
Day 6 :
Hoian -
Danang - Flight to
Saigon (B,L,D)
Morning after breakfast transfert to
airport for the flight to HCM city.
Afternoon we pass the now-demolished wartime
American Embassy before we visit the
Reunification Palace which was the former
residence of the President of South Vietnam
until end of April 1975, and some French
colonial structures including the Notre Dame
Cathedral, the Old Sai Gon Post Office.
After seeing the Jade Emperor Pagoda and the
War Remnant Museum, we continue our trip on
to the bustling Ben Thanh Market where
anything and everything is for sale. Dinner
in the local restaurant. Overnight in HCM
city.
Day 7 :
Saigon - Cai Be - Saigon (B,L,D)
After breakfast depart for Cai Be.
Take a boat trip along the mighty Mekong
River and its tributaries to view the daily
lives of people who work and play on the
waterways of theMekong Delta. The trip
includes a visit to the unique "floating"
market at Cai Be and to a family-run
business producing rice paper - a key
ingredient in Vietnamese cuisine. Visit a
fruit wholesale market, a local school and a
French-influenced Catholic Church. Return to
Ho Chi Minh City . Overnight in HCM city.
Day 8 :
Departure (B) There will be a transfer to airport for your
flight home today.
Accommodation list
|
Hanoi |
Stadard |
Superior |
First class |
Deluxe |
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Hanoi |
Classic
Street3* |
Majestic
Salute 3* |
Guoman 4* |
Sheraton
5* |
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Hue |
Thanh Lich
2* |
Asia hotel
3* |
Huong
Giang4* |
Saigon
Morin 4* |
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Hoian |
Vinh Hung
II 3* |
Glory
hotel 4* |
Hoian
Beach 4* |
Victoria
Rersort4* |
|
Saigon |
Empress 3* |
Oscar
hotel 3* |
Grand
hotel 4* |
Sofitel
Saigon 5 |
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Design your own
trip
Trip includes
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English speaking guide.
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All
accommodation on twin share basis with daily
breakfasts
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Meals
as indicated at local restaurant with local
foods (B= breakfast; L=Lunch; D = Dinner)
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All
tours & transfers in private car/ van/ bus
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Boat
cruise as indicated
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Flight
: Danang - Saigon
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Soft
sleeper train with AC ( cabin of 4 berth) :
Hanoi - Hue
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Entrance fees and permits during guided time.
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Service charge & Government taxes
Trip excludes
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International Airfares.
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International departure tax
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Meals
not indicated
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Visas
and visa arrangement
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Personal travel insurance (Compulsory).
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Personal expenses such as Bar, Telephone and
Laundry bills.
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Tips
and gratuities |