Essence of Vietnam
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Overview
Highlights
- Discover significant sites and cultural delights in Vietnam's capital of Hanoi
- Relish in UNESCO-recognised natural beauty at Ninh Binh, Halong Bay, and Dong Hoi
- Soak up the old-world charms of historically-rich Hue and Hoi An
- Explore historical landmarks within Ho Chi Minh City, along with Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta
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Trip includes
- Entrance fees of the scenic spots as listed in the itinerary
- Flights: Hanoi - Dong Hoi, Da Nang - Ho Chi Minh City (airport tax and fuel fee included)
- Accommodation with daily breakfast
- Transfers and guide for sightseeing as listed in the itinerary
Itinerary
Overnight: Hanoi
Xin chao! Welcome to Vietnam. You arrive in the country's charming capital city of Hanoi on an international flight and will be collected from the airport by your private guide. A private transfer afterwards will whisk you to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is on your own to relax or go around by yourself.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Hanoi
Get acquainted with the city on a morning excursion to some major historic sites, including Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh House on Stilt, One Pillar Pagoda, Hoa Lo Prison and Temple of Literature. This aftern...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: On Board
After breakfast, travel onward by driving to the awe-inspiring Halong Bay, where over 1,600 largely uninhabited limestone islands rise out of crystal-blue waters. After boarding the cruise boat, you wil...
Meals: Light Breakfast, Brunch
Overnight: Dong Hoi
Wake up in paradise and kick off the day with a morning Tai Chi exercise on the deck. After a light breakfast, venture out to explore the mysterious Thien Canh Son Cave strewn with limestone stalactites ...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Dong Hoi
Today, embark on an excursion to the remarkable Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site which protects a large number of karst caves and underground rivers. A scenic boat ride down the Son...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Hue
After breakfast, continue your onward journey to the Imperial City of Hue in Central Vietnam, pausing on route to visit several historical relics left over from Vietnam War, like Vinh Moc Tunnels, the Vietnamese Dem...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Hue
Today, delve deep into Hue's royal past as you explore the splendid Tomb of King Minh Mang, sail along the attractive Perfume River to the seven-storey Thien Mu Pagoda, and wander around the walled fortress and pala...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Hoi An
After breakfast, set off on a 3.5-hour drive departing Hue for the charming ancient town of Hoi An. Along the way, you will pass by the Hai Van Pass, visit Cham Museum, and take a break at the Non Nuoc Beach. Check into your hotel on arrival, and spend the remainder of the day at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Hoi An
After breakfast, set out to explore the ruined Hindu temples of My Son Sanctuary in a lush valley, about 1-hour drive from Hoi An. At the spiritual center of the once-mighty Cham
Empire, admire the crumbli...
Meal: Breakfast
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City
Enjoy this morning at leisure before taking a private transfer to Da Nang airport for a short flight southward to Ho Chi Minh City, still called Saigon by the locals. You will be collected from the airport on arrival by your new guide and taken to your downtown hotel. The rest of the day is on your own to relax or go around.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City
This morning, drive out of the city to explore the Cu Chi Tunnels, an extensive underground stronghold once served as a hidden location and supply line of the Viet Cong. Crawling through the subterranea...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City
After breakfast, head out on a day trip to explore Mekong Delta, a fertile agricultural area referred to as the country's rice bowl. A 1.5-hour scenic drive will take you through urbanized areas to My T...
Meal: Breakfast
Say goodbye to Vietnam and board your departure flight, either home or to your next destination.
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What's excluded
- International flight arrival in Hanoi or departure from Ho Chi Minh City
- Visa Application & Visa Fee
- Payment Transaction Fee
- Gratuities to the guides and drivers
- Travel Insurance
- Personal Expenses or any other item not listed in the itinerary
- Excess Baggage Charge for flight
- Optional Activities either recommended by tour guides or out of your own interests
Accommodation
13 breakfasts, 1 brunch, 10 lunches, 1 dinner
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