Vietnam, Hanoi - Halong - Hue - Hoi An - Hochiminh - Vung Tau

15 days / 14 nights

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Overview

Experience the best of Vietnam on this captivating 15-day journey from Hanoi to Vung Tau. Start in the bustling capital, Hanoi, where you'll explore historical sites like the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Temple of Literature. Marvel at the stunning beauty of Halong Bay on an overnight cruise, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Hue, Hoi An, and Saigon. Visit ancient ruins, enjoy a boat trip on the Mekong Delta, and unwind on the beautiful beaches of Vung Tau. This comprehensive tour combines cultural exploration, breathtaking landscapes, and relaxation for an unforgettable Vietnamese adventure.

Trip code: CLA0058VN15D

Destination: Vietnam

Itinerary

Arrive in Hanoi - Noi Bai International Airport. You will be met at the airport by your English-speaking guide and transferred to your hotel in downtown Hanoi.
Overnight Ha Noi
08:00 A.m: We will visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum & Museumthe One Pillar Pagoda,The French colonial Styled Presidential Palace and the historical Temple of Literature, the first university of VietNam, built in 1070 in honor of confucius
In the afternoon we will see the Museum of Ethnology then we will attend a traditional Water Puppet show. This art originates from rural festivals in Vietnam. The artists – men and women – stand waist deep in the water to manipulate the puppets, making them move about, talk and laugh and even dance on the surface of the water. The audience is meant to experience the atmosphere of a village festival. Then visit Hoan Kiem Lake (The Restored Sword Lake) and the Ngoc Son Temple, which is on an island in the northern part of the lake. We will enjoy a Cyclo tour along the narrow streets of the Old Quarter of Hanoi. The Old Quarter includes 36 old streets with each name representative of the type of merchandise sold in it.
Overnight in Ha Noi.

Note: Please kindly note that Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (the inside) will be opened only in the morning. It will be closed every Monday and Friday. Besides the outside of Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, you can still visit Ba Dinh Square, Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh’s House on Stilt, and One pillar pagoda as usual. The Museum of Ethnography also closed every Monday." 

After a breakfast, our guide pick up and transfer to visit Thay pagoda. Depart to visit Thay pagoda, about 20 km south west of Hanoi center, take the highway Lang - Hoa Lac. The temple was built in the Dinh Dynasty. This was the place where the Zen Master Tu Dao Hanh, at that time Mountain Mountain also known as Mount Buddha.
Continue to visit Tay Phuong pagoda.
Overnight in Ha Noi
The guide and car pick you up at your address to depart for Ninh Binh province (98 km). Start tour Trang An – Bai Dinh Pagoda. Arrive at the Buddha Prayer location in the Bai Dinh Pagoda, the biggest pagoda in Vietnam with 500 La Han statues, the home of the biggest bronze Buddha statue in Vietnam over 10 meters in height and 100 tons in weight.
Depart to visit Trang An tourist attraction, take a boat trip to visit the cave complex: Sang Cave, Toi Cave, Ba Giot Cave, Nau Ruou in all their mystery and wildness, and see the breathtaking scenery of mountains and rivers. Trang An is considered the Ha Long on the land.
In the afternoon, return to Hanoi.
Overnight in Hanoi.
After breakfast, drive to Halong Bay (3 hours), a UNESCO World Heritage site. Whoever comes to Vietnam should not miss the chance to visit Halong Bay, a picturesque blend of harmonious transition between the mountains and the sea.
The program will be changed depending on which cruise choosing.
Halong Bay is in the Bac Bo (Tonkin) Gulf and stretches over an area of 1,500 km2 with three thousand green islands that look like jewels. Upon arrival at the harbor, we will embark on a junk. We will enjoy a fresh seafood lunch on the boat while experiencing the majestic beauty of Halong Bay. The Junk is a wooden sailboat designed in a traditional Vietnamese style while offering a full range of modern amenities.
Visit the fascinating Dau Go Cave called “The Cave of Marvels” and Thien Cung Cave, the “Heavenly Palace Cave” surrounded by spectacular stalactites and stalagmites.
After dinner, enjoy fishing with local fishermen. The reflection of the limestone outcrops, the sight of fishing boats lit up in the darkness; enjoy these precious moments in one of the most breathtaking landscapes in the world.
Overnight on board the junk.
06.30-07.00: Welcome a new day with an amazing dawn on Bai Tu Long Bay. Refresh your body and soul with a Tai-chi session on the sundeck.
07.00-07.30: Catch the morning view of the seascape while enjoying breakfast with cookies and tea, at the café in the restaurant.
07.30-08.30: Visit Vung Vieng fishing village - the famous fishing farm by bamboo boat and discover the life of local people living on the surface of Halong Bay. (No swimming).
08.30-9.30: Pack up the luggage and check out of the cabin.
09.30-10.40: Enjoy brunch in the restaurant while cruising back to the tourist harbor.
11.00: Disembark from boat.
12.00: Your driver takes you back to Hanoi.
You will be transferred to Noi Bai airport for a short flight to Hue.
Arrive in Hue. You will be met at the airport by your English speaking guide and transfer to your hotel in downtown Hue.
Overnight in Hue.
08:00 am. We depart from the hotel. Hue City was the capital of Vietnam from 1802 to 1945 under 13 Emperors of the Nguyen dynasties. The World Tourism Organization (WTO) has classified Hue as one of the four main attractive centers of Vietnam. Hue is famous for its magnificent architecture of citadels, palaces, pagodas, and royal tombs, built in poetic surroundings on the banks of the Perfume River.
In the morning, you will to visit Thien Mu Pagoda, built on a hill overlooking the Perfume River. We continue with King Tu Duc and King Khai Dinh’s tombs, which are of unique architecture and design. They were designed by the emperors in preparation for their life after death.
In the afternoon, you will visit Imperial City and Forbidden City and shop around the Dong Ba market.
Overnight in Hue.
In the morning
8:00 am: Our Car / Van will pick you up at your hotel in Hue and depart to Hoi An. On the way from Hue to Hoi An, you stop to visit Lang Co beach – Oyster farming village .This is the most beautiful beach in Vietnam which is suit for relaxing, diving and is one of the ideal holiday resorts since many years.
10:00 am: The next destination is Hai Van Pass which is the highest pass and an impressive landscape in Vietnam. It is like a giant dragon, lying on Highway 1 on the border between Thua Thien-Hue Province and Danang City. You can also see the beautiful Lang Co beach on Hai van pass.
In the afternoon
1:30- 2:00 pm: Transfer to visit My Son Ruin Temple. Especially, visiting My Son, you can have chance to admire attractive Apsara dance – a Khmer classical dance. It is very interesting experience when watching amazing Apsara dancers performing in the fanciful and mysterious beauty of My Son ruins, under the stunning glow of sunset.
4:00- 4:30 pm: Arrival in Hoian
Overnight in Hoian.
After breakfast.
Enjoy a walking tour of Hoi An Old Town. Visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, Tan Ky old house, a handicraft market where you can see the artists at work making beautiful silk lanterns, the Cantonese Assembly Hall, temples and pagodas in the Chinese architectural style, and the large colorful market.
Afternoon at leisure. In the late afternoon take a boat trip on the Thu Bon River to enjoy the sunset.
Evening at leisure.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Breakfast at hotel.
You will be transferred to Danang airport for a short flight to Saigon. 
Arrive in Saigon - Tan Son Nhat International Airport. You will be met at the airport by your English-speaking guide and transferred to your hotel in downtown Saigon.
Check in hotel. Free time at leisure.
Overnight in Saigon.
Breakfast at hotel.
08:00 a.m, We enjoy a city tour to see Reunification Palace and Ben Thanh Market. Visit Notre Dame Cathedral (1877-1883) right on the square and the beautiful French-style Post Office (1886-1891), with its glass canopy and iron structure designed by Gustave Eiffel. Then, visit the famous War Remnant Museum, with armored vehicles, artillery pieces, bombs and infantry weapons displayed both outside and inside. Then, continue to Cholon, the Chinese quarter, Discover the Thien Hau Pagoda, build by the Cantonese congregation in the 19th century.  Free time to explore on your own, or for shopping.
Overnight in Saigon.

08:00 am. Morning departure to the small town of Cu Chi, located 35 km from Saigon (1h30), an incredible underground tunnel network constructed by Vietnamese resistance fighters during the long struggle for independence. Visit the famous Cu Chi Tunnels Network which became legendary during the 1960s for its role in facilitating Viet Cong control of a large rural area. At its height, the tunnel system stretched from the South Vietnamese capital to the Cambodian border; in the district of Cu Chi alone, there were over 250 km of tunnels. The network, parts of which were several stories deep, included innumerable trapdoors, specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers, and kitchens. The tunnels of Cu Chi were built over a period of 25 years beginning in the late 1940s. Return to Saigon for Saigon. Overnight in Saigon. Ho Chi Minh Central – Cu Chi: 50 km => 1-hour 20-minute transfer

8:00 am: Heading out of town we travel by roads to the Mekong Delta, Vietnam's largest rice bowl.
On arrival in My Tho, we embark on a boat navigating around the intricate small canals in the delta region, which is a great way to observe the local lifestyle close-up. This thrilling excursion will pass the lush green vegetation before arriving on an island. Here we have opportunities to visit some fascinating local industries, stroll around an orchard and taste many delicious seasonal fruits. In the afternoon we return to Saigon, stopping off along the way to see the beautiful Vinh Trang Pagoda.
The trip ends after arrival back in Saigon
Overnight in Saigon.
After a breakfast,  drive will take you to Vung Tau, one of the most popular seaside resorts in Vietnam.  With its golden sandy beaches and transparent, warm blue water all year round, Vung Tau is one of the most pristine beach destinations in the region.
In the afternoon, check in hotel and have a short rest to get back your energy. Afternoon, you can take time to relax on the beach. 
Overnight Vung Tau
Breakfast at hotel.
Free time at leisure for last-minute shopping before transferring to the Saigon - Tan Son Nhat international airport for departure home.

Reviews

"This Vietnam tour exceeded my expectations! From the vibrant streets of Hanoi to the tranquil beaches of Vung Tau, every moment was filled with beauty and culture. The Halong Bay cruise was a highlight, and exploring the ancient ruins in Hue was unforgettable. Our guide was fantastic, providing insights that enriched our experience. Highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to see the best of Vietnam!"

Inclusions

  • Accommodation in the category chosen or similar based on double/twin sharing with daily breakfast: 04 nights in Ha Noi,01 night in Ha Long, 02 nights in Hue, 02 night in Hoi An, 04 nights in Ho Chi Minh, 01 night in Vung Tau.
  • All local boat rentals and cycling as mentioned in the program.Seat in coach (SIC) junk in Ha Long bay. 02 days/ 1 night with 1 Lunch + 1 Dinner + 1 Brunch.
  • Transfer from and to the airports by private vehicle with A/C. Transportation by private vehicle with A/C.
  • Local English speaking guide(s) in Vietnam.
  • Meals as mentioned in the program. B: Breakfast only
  • All entrance fees and sightseeing as mentioned in the program. Mineral Water (01 bottle/pax/day)
  • 01 FOC in ½ Twin room for group of 16pax onward (excluding internal airfares and visas). Maximum 02 FOC per group.

Exclusions

  • Late check out or Early check in
  • Visa fee upon arrival in Vietnam . Vietnam visa authorization letter
  • International flight/ Domestic flight tickets and airport taxes.
    All internal/ regional flight tickets in economy class with/without departure tax (? USD/Pax).
  • Tips & personal expenses. Personal insurance. Any service not clearly mentioned in the program.

Accommodation

3* First Class : 3-Star Hotel

4* Superior : 4-Star Hotel

5* Deluxe : 5-Star Hotel

Important Info

From

$846/Pax

Applied for group 16-20 persons