DETAILED PROGRAM
Day
01:
Hanoi arrival
Upon arrival in Hanoi, you will be welcomed by our guide and transferred to your hotel. Hanoi is one of Asia's most charming cities with romantic boulevards and colonial houses. The rest of the day is free for your shopping and exploration.
Day
02:
Hanoi
(B,L)
A full day spent for visiting Hanoi – the politic, economic and cultural capital of Vietnam. Starting with Museum of Ethnology (closed on Monday), which offers informative and well-documented display on the country’s 54 ethnic groups, include elaborate and colorful hill-tribal costumes,. The display continues on to the outside garden with fascinating examples of traditional houses from the Kinh’s to the ones of the ethnic groups in Central Highlands. After that, we come to visit the Temple of Literature- a complex of the Confucius Temple built in 1070 and the first Royal National university in Vietnam built in 1076. This temple and its beautiful garden provide an opportunity to learn more about madarin education in Vietnam since 1000 years ago and to relax in tranquility. In the afternoon, walk around the alleys of Hanoi Old Quater, visit Hoan Kiem lake and Ngoc Son temple or Jade Mountain temple situated in the heart of Hanoi. An interesting Water puppet show will wrap our day with delight. Overnight at the hotel.
Day
03:
Hanoi - Ha Long Bay
(B,L,D)
After breakfast, depart to Ha Long bay, passing beautiful scenery along way with lush rice fields and winding rivers, typical in Red River Delta. Arrive in Ha Long tourist Wharf around noon. Embark the wooden junk. Lunch will be served as the boat gently cruises to visit numerous islands and limestone structures rising from emerald water of the bay. It is also an ideal opportunity to enjoy the sea breeze and refresh your soul. Dinner with fresh seafood served by experienced chef. A peaceful night on board in your private cabin.
Day
04:
Ha Long bay - Hanoi - flight to Hue
(B,L)
Enjoy the breakfast and savor a magnificent sunrise as the boat cruises to visit Luon Cave, Halong floating fishing village then back to the habour. Our car will transfer you to Hanoi then Hanoi airport for the flight to Hue. Overnight in Hue.
Day
05:
Hue - Thuy Bieu Eco- village
(B,L)
In the morning, depart from the hotel to visit Tu Duc royal tomb - one of the most beautiful architectural constructions of Nguyen dynasty. Cruising at leisure along Perfume River, en route visit Thien Mu pagoda (Heavenly Lady pagoda). Cruise toward Thuy Bieu Eco- village, an ancient village with wonderful laid back settings situated on the bank of Perfume River.
The afternoon spent for biking through the peacful village, visiting several communal houses, ancient temples and especially the garden- house - a typical and unique feature of Hue. After a day of walking, your foot will be relaxed by soaking in the medical herb water and excellent blind massage. Back to the hotel for overnight.
Day
06:
Hue - Danang – Hoi An
(B,D)
Morning drive on the Mandarin road – a scenic journey from Hue to Hoi An, which allows you to see a picturesque Vietnam with stunning beachs and lust tropical forest. Take some shots on route before visiting the Museum of Cham Sculpture - with many precious antique artifacts of the former Cham Kingdom on display. Transfer to Hoi An ancient town, once an important international trading port and now a charming riverside town. Hoi An features a fantastic combination of Chinese, Dutch, Japanese and Portuguese culture. You can see it by your own eyes when visiting Japanese Pagoda Bridge, Chinese street, Phung Hung old house, Hoi An market & ancient port, Phuc Thanh pagoda – the oldest pagoda of Hoi An (1454) built with Chinese bonze. Moreover, on the 1st or 15th of every Lunar month, Hoi An ancient town will be lighted up with colourful lanterns, making it sparkling than ever. Free time to discover a little Disneyland of Vietnam at night. Overnight in the hotel.
Day
07:
Hoi An - Danang - flight to Sai Gon
(B)
Morning transfer to Danang airport for flight to Ho Chi Minh City (formerly named Saigon or "Pearl of the Far East"). Full day spent for visiting the city situated on the banks of Saigon River famous with wide elegant boulevards and historic French colonial buildings. The « must – visit » list include : Ton Duc Thang and Nguyen Hue Avenue, Reunification Palace (Presidential Palace), Notre Dame Cathedral (built in 1877) and the Central Post Office. Tour end by visiting and shopping in Ben Thanh Market – the busiest business centre in the Ho Chi Minh city. Overnight at the hotel in Saigon.
Day
08:
Sai Gon - Cai Be - Mekong Lodge
(B,L,D)
The morning spent for exploring Cho Lon area – Vietnam’s largest China town where you can enjoy shopping and tasting Chinese cuisine. Visit Thien Hau temple - the most active temple in Ho Chi Minh City, dedicated to Goddess of the Sea. We then depart to Mekong Delta, the largest rice basket of Vietnam described as vast, green and fertile. Arrive at Cai Be, embark for a scenic cruise to Mekong Lodge – a charming eco-resort nestled on the Mekong River bank. Lunch will be prepared by experienced chef and served in beautiful riverside restaurant of the lodge.
In the afternoon, take a boat trip to explore the endless waterways of Mekong Delta or cycling to visit the orchards where you can taste various kinds of tropical fruit and communicate with the locals to learn more about their ways of life. Should you want to integrate more, participate in the cooking class to discover the culinary world of sounthern Vietnam. The chef will guide you to cook some signature dishes for dinner. Overnight in Mekong Lodge.
Day
09:
Cai Be - Sai Gon
(B,L)
Early morning (around 5 a.m), take a boat trip through the winding waterways of Cai Rang floating market - the biggest and busiest floating market in Mekong Delta. At that time, the river become a labyrinth of hundreds of motor sampans filled with fruits, vegetables, plants & food jostling for sale space. It is also a good oppotunity to take photos, talk with local and taste fruits.
Leave the market, we then visit Phu Chau Pagoda dated back 250 years. Back to Mekong Lodge for check out then embark for cruise to Tan Phong island to visit Ba Kiet old house built in 1924 in typical architecture of Mekong Delta region. Back to Sai Gon. Overnight in the hotel.
Day
10:
Sai Gon - Phu Quoc
(B)
In the morning, transfer to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) airport for flight to Phu Quoc. Our car will pick you up at Phu Quoc airport then drive to your hotel. Overnight in Phu Quoc.
Day
11:
Phu Quoc
(B)
Free time all day for unwinding on gorgeous beach of Phu Quoc. Overnight in the hotel.
Day
12:
Phu Quoc
(B)
Free time at leisure. Overnight in the hotel.
Day
13:
Phu Quoc - flight to Sai Gon
(B)
Free time to explore around Phu Quoc island until transfer to the airport for flight to Sai Gon. Overnight in the hotel in Sai Gon
Day
14:
Sai Gon
(B)
Free time for shopping or exploring on your own before transfer to Tan Son Nhat airport for your flight off. The hotel room is available until noon only.
HOTELS LIST
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Cities
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Hotel
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Star
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Night
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Hanoi
|
Movenpick Hotel
(83A, Ly Thuong Kiet, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi)
|
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2
|
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Halong
|
Ginger Cruise
(Bai Chay, Halong)
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|
1
|
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Hue
|
Pilgrimage Village Hue
(130 Rue Minh Mang, Ngu Binh/Mausolée de Tu Duc, Hué)
|
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2
|
|
Hoi An
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Palm Garden Resort
(Lac Long Quan, Cua Dai, Hoian)
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1
|
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Saigon
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Majestic Hotel Saigon
(01 Dong Khoi, Dist 1, Ho Chi Minh City)
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3
|
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Cai Be
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Mekong Lodge
(Cai Be Tien Giang)
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1
|
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Phu Quoc
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La Veranda Resort Phu Quoc
(Tran Hung Dao, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc)
|
|
3
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Important Notes:
1. Asiatica Travel only organize private tour for a group of minimum 2 people.
2. The cost varies, depending on the number of participants and tourist season.
The price depends on number of participants and tourist season.
Contact our consultant for details on our services.
Includes:
- Hotels first class 4-5 stars (based on 2 persons/room) as mentioned in the program.
- Meals as mentioned in the program ( B = Breakfast ; L = Lunch ; D = Dinner)
- Air-conditioned private vehicles for all transportations.
- English speaking local guides
- Boat trips as mentioned in the program, sharing comfortable boat in Ha Long Bay with private cabin.
- Domestic flights (Hanoi – Hue and Danang - Saigon) in economic class with airport' tax
- Entrance fees.
Exclude:
- International flights and airport taxes
- Visas to Vietnam
- Tips and personal expenses such as: laundry, telephone, drinks…
- Meals not mentioned in the program
- Bank charges relating to the payment
- Other services that are not clearly mentioned in the "Price includes".