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11 Days/ 10 Nights Highlights of Vietnam
Ancient Hanoi is our starting point from where we visit Ha Long Bay and a number of nearby historic craft villages. Then by overnight sleeper train to the former Imperial capital of Hue. Here we travel by boat on the Perfume River to the majestic Emperors Tombs and Royal City. On the drive over Hai Van Pass there are glorious coastal views on the way to Da Nang and the UNESCO protected town of Hoi An.A short flight brings you to Nha Trang, famous for its crystal clear water favored for swimming and snorkeling, which you can enjoy during our boat trip to outlying islands. Continue to the highlands town of Da Lat, once the summer capital of Emperor Bao Dai and the summer retreat for the French. The program concludes after a comprehensive visit to the Mekong Delta and Saigon. Accommodation is good quality hotels, centrally located within a short walk to most attractions including popular restaurants and cafes
DAY 1: ARRIVAL HANOI – HALF DAY CITY TOUR
Pick
you up at Noi Bai airport on arrival, transfer to Hanoi for check in
Hotel, after relaxing we will start the city tour including to visit
the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, House on Stilts, Presidential Palace and One
Pillar Pagoda, which was built in 1049( exterior visit only if your
departure time is in afternoon). From here we drive for the Temple of Literature, built in 1070. The next will be visited to a museum, either Army or National Fine Arts Museum
the choice is yours. Following is to take one hour cycle tour around
the Hanoi Old Quarter and finish the day with evening show of
traditional Water Puppetry, a uniquely northern Vietnamese art form
especially designed for depicting scenes from rural life and many
episodes of national history. Overnight in Hanoi (D)
DAY 2: HANOI – HA LONG BAY
Eat our breakfast and check out the hotel. Today’s journey is to Halong Bay, some 160km away from Hanoi. As we will pass through the Red River Delta, the second largest one in Vietnam, do a stop over for relax and have a coffee at the Sao Do handicraft village. By noontime, arrival at the dock and boarding our traditional wooden JUNK CRUISE for 4 hours cruise through spectacular Halong Bay.
Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch will be served on board. Relax and make a
visit to one of the amazingly beautiful caves called Dau Go and later
to pass by a fishing village Cua Van. Around 19h00 pm, the Junk will
anchor in a tranquil place while a delicious dinner will be served.
Overnight on board. (B/L/D)
DAY 3: HA LONG – HA NOI – HUE CITY
Early morning, get up to catch sunrise on the Bay. Explore and cruise down to Bai Tu Long bay
for more sightseeing and photography opportunities. A farewell lunch on
board before we will get back to the dock. From here, we drive directly
back to Hanoi airport for your onward flight to Hue city. On arrival in Hue, transfer to hotel for check in. Overnight in Hue (B/L)
DAY 4: HUE FULL DAY CITY TOUR
After
breakfast, we take a short walk from our Hotel to the boat dock where
we will start our dragon boat trip across the triangle of the Huong
river upstream to visit the Thien Mu pagoda, a Hue’s most preserved
religious monument, and then continue by car to visit the Imperial
Citadel from where the last Nguyen Emperors ruled Viet Nam. Afternoon,
spend time visiting the two royal tombs of Emperor Minh Mang and Khai
Dinh by car.
Overnight in Hue (B/L)
DAY 5: HUE – DA NANG – HOI AN ANCIENT TOWN
Drive from Hue for two and a half hour to Danang, we will pass the fishing village of Lang Co before ascending the scenic Hai Van Pass (or Cloudy Pass) where a spectacular panorama of the center coastline can be viewed at the summit. Upon arrival in Da Nang visit Cham museum where exhibiting the finest collection of Cham sculptures. A visit to Marble Mountains before continuing to Hoi an ancient town. Overnight in Hoi an (B/L)
DAY 6: SIGHTSEEING TRIP OF MY SON AND HOI AN
In the morning will
visit My Son by car, 60km away from Hoian. My Son was discovered by the
French in 1885. It was the ancient capital of Champa since the 7th
century, and nowadays it is recognized by UNESCO as the world cultural heritage site in Vietnam.
Early afternoon, drive back to Hoian for lunch in a good local restaurant. The following is to start an easy walking tour visiting ancient town center, former merchant’ houses, Chinese temples, the 400 years old Japanese Covered Bridge and the colorful local market. Overnight in Hoian (B/L)
DAY 7: HOI AN – DA NANG – DA LAT
After
breakfast, car drives directly to Da Lat- city of evergreen forests
with enchanting trails, romantic lakes, spectacular flowers and the
best vegetables you will ever eat. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel
for check in. Overnight in Da Lat (B)
DAY 8: DA LAT A DAY CITY TOUR
After breakfast, a day city tour to visit Bao Dai Summer Palace, city’s Ethnology Museum,
Da Lat market, Lat village, Old Da Lat Railway Station, and finish the
day in XQ Hand Embroidery Village. Overnight in Da Lat. (B/L)
DAY 9: DA LAT – SAI GON
After breakfast, free at leisure until transfer to the airport for flight to Saigon. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel for check in. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
DAY 10: CITY TOUR SAIGON
After
breakfast, our guide will be ready for your city tour includes visits
to Saigon Post Office, Notre Dame cathedral, former Presidential
Palace, War Remnant Museum and Cho Lon( or China Town) to enjoy the bustling wholesale quarter of Saigon. Lunch will be served in a good local restaurant. Overnight in Saigon. (B/L)
DAY 11: DEPARTURE SAI GON
After breakfast, free at leisure until transfer to Tan Son Nhat airport for your onward flight.
End of services (B)
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
Inclusive:
* All transportation and transfers
* Local English speaking guide, in Hanoi-Saigon-Hue-Hoian only
* All accommodation based on a twin share basis with daily breakfast
* Meals as indicated in detailed itinerary
* Domestic Flights Hanoi-Hue, Da Lat-Saigon (economy class)
* 01 Private cabin on board in Halong Bay (non private Junk)
* One hour cycle Tour In Old Quarter of Hanoi
* Water Puppet Show in Hanoi
* Entrance fees for days with guide escorted excursions only
Exclusive:
* International flights
* International departure tax
* Visa fees
* Travel insurance
* Personal expenses
* Drinks
* Tips and gratuities
* Any unclearly mentioned services above
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| Days: | >= 5 days |
| Price: | 500usd - 1000usd |
| Start from: | Hanoi |
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| Name: explorertravel |
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Related Places
 Hanoi |  Ha Long Bay | Hue |
| Da Nang | Hoi An |  My Son Sanctuary |
| Da Lat | Ho Chi Minh City |
