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12 DAYS YUNNAN - VIETNAM TOUR

12 DAYS YUNNAN - VIETNAM TOUR - 12 Days Tours

Destination	:	Ha Long Bay, Hai Phong, Hanoi, Hekou, Kunming, Lijiang, Sapa
Activity	:	Hiking Trekking Tour, Hilltribe Tour, Historical Tour, Nature Tour
Difficulty	:	Intermediate
Start City	:	Kunming
Duration	:	12 Days
Tour Type	:	Private
Trip Code	:	MPF00024
Price	:	Upon request

Trip Overview

Upon request.

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Departure Date :
Daily
Private Tour - You can choose your own departure date.

Inclusion : What all is included in this trip
Accommodation with meals as specified in the programme Transfer and tours with English speaking local guide Domestic airtickets (Kunming-Lijiang-Kunming) All admission fees of the scenic spots on the itinerary Train ticket (Lao Cai � Hanoi) by local train VAT 7%

Exclusion : What is not included in the trip price
International airtickets to Kunming and from Hanoi International airport tax in Hanoi at USD 14.00 nett per person. Chinese and Vietnamese visa fees Personal insurance Expenditure of a personal nature such as souvenirs, laundry, etc. Other meals and services which are not mentioned in the programme

Remarks :
The supplement of Victoria Express Train Lao Cai � Hanoi is USD 40.00 nett per person. The Victoria Express Train (day train) is operated on Thursday & Saturday only (1020-1940).

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Itinerary : Your Tour Program

Day 1 KUNMING Arrive Kunming International airport. After the formalities at the airport, transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight at the Horizon Jianguo Hotel.
Overnight : at Horizon Jianguo Hotel or similar
Meals : Dinner

Day 2 KUNMING - LIJIANG Breakfast at the hotel Early morning transfer to airport and morning flight to Lijiang On arrival, excursion to the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain with a chairlift ride to discover the much famed thirteen peaks. On the ways, visit of the Baisha village, the ancient capital of the Naxi Kingdom. Lunch en route in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, after a walk to the Black Dragon Pond to have a look at the renowned Moon Embrancing Pavilion, you will have free time on your own for sightseeing of the Old Town of Lijiang. Lijiang is the center of the Naxi people, a relatively small minority group with a rich culture. Old Lijiang is an intimate mountain town of stone and tile, laced with swift canals and who has been put recently on the list of the world monument protected by UNESCO. Dinner at local restaurant followed by a Naxi concert evening. Overnight at the Grand Lijiang Hotel or similar
Overnight : at Grand Lijiang Hotel or similar
Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Day 3 LIJIANG Breakfast at the hotel. Early morning drive to the Hutiao (Tiger Leaping) Gorge which is one of the deepest canyons of the world. Wedged tightly between titanic cliffs, the Yangze river is so narrow here, so legend tells us, that a hunted tiger made his escape to the other side of the river in a single bound. Lunch at local restaurant. In the afternoon, stop at the Stone Drum village where you will have a look at the first great bend of the Yangtze River . The approach of Stone Drum offers a dramatic view of the Yangze�s near 180 degree turn where the water performs a grandiose about face. For nearly 20 km the river, first flowing south, then north, runs parallel to itself. Locals say if it were not for their village standing guard at the bend, China would lose the water of the Yangze to southeast China, like that of the not too far away Mekong and Salween Rivers. Dinner at local restaurant. Overnight at the Grand Lijiang Hotel or similar.
Overnight : at Grand Lijiang Hotel or similar
Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Day 4 LIJIANG - KUNMING Breakfast at the hotel Early morning transfer to airport for flight to Kunming On arrival, drive to the Western Hills followed by a 10-minute chairlift ride up the hill. From the top, you will enjoy a beautiful view of Kunming and its surrounding before taking a path down to the famous �Dragon Gate�. On the way you will also have the opportunity to visit the Huating temple, the largest Buddhist complex in Kunming. Lunch at local restaurant. In the afternoon, discover the Bamboo Temple with its famous finely crafted 500 Luohan statues. Take a stroll in the flower and bird market.Dinner of Yunnanese specialties followed by a minority folk dance show Overnight at the Horizon Jianguo Hotel
Overnight : at Horizon Jianguo Hotel or similar
Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Day 5 KUNMING � STONE FOREST Breakfast at the hotel Drive to the Stone Forest. On the way, you will visit the Golden Temple, a unique Taoist temple. Lunch en route In the afternoon, discover one of China�s most remarkable phenomena. The Stone Forest consists of innumerable bizarre-shaped ancient limestone cliffs and peaks created by wind and water erosion some 200 million years ago. Dinner at local restaurant Overnight at the Stone Forest Hotel or similar.
Overnight : at Stone Forest Hotel or similar
Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Day 6 STONE FOREST - HEKOU Breakfast at the hotel. Long drive to Hekou through beautiful subtropical landscape with great views of deep ravines, banana and pineapple groves, terraced rice paddies. Lunch en route. Dinner and overnight at the Hekou Comfort Inn or similar.
Overnight : at Hekou Comfort Inn or similar
Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Day 7 HEKOU - SAPA Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, cross the border at Hekou. The Chinese guide will leave you at the border on the Chinese side (Hekou) and you will cross by foot to the Vietnamese side (Lao Cai). After the formalities, you will enter Vietnam where your Vietnamese guide will wait for you and transfer to the Victoria Sapa Hotel in Sapa (45 minutes/38 km). Stunning trip up a winding road surrounded by steep mountains and terraced rice fields. Lunch at local restaurant. Leisure day to explore the rural hill tribe villages of the Hmong, Dzao and Dzay minorities in the spectacular landscape around Sapa. Dinner at local restaurant. Overnight at the Victoria Sapa Hotel.
Overnight : at Victoria Sapa or similar
Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Day 8 SAPA Buffet breakfast; enjoy the superb facilities (heated indoor/outdoor swimming pool, sauna, massage) and be ready for trekking in the afternoon. Lunch at local restaurant. A 4-km drive by Russian jeep to the rim of a deep valley. Along the road you will see Hmong, Dzay and Dzao minority people dressed in their traditional costumes. A 30-minute walk takes you over a rattan bridge to picturesque Ta Van village, home to all three minorities. Share their daily lives for a rare glimpse into their culture and customs. Return for a four-course dinner at the Victoria Sapa Hotel. Overnight at the Victoria Sapa Hotel.
Overnight : at Victoria Sapa or similar
Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Day 9 SAPA-HANOI Breakfast at the hotel Drive down hill to Lao Cai and catch the day train at 10.10 hrs. (local train) to Hanoi. Lunch on board. On arrival Hanoi at 20.10 hrs, transfer to the hotel. Dinner at own account. Overnight at the Sunway Hotel (ROH) or similar
Overnight : at Sunway or similar
Meals : Breakfast/Lunch

Day 10 HANOI - HAI PHONG Breakfast at the hotel. Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (closed on Monday, Friday and the whole months of October & November) and Residence, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature and Army Museum. Lunch at local restaurant in Hanoi. Drive to Hai Phong, visit to the Cathedral, Garden theatre, Hang Kenh Tapestry , Du Hang Pagoda and Hang Kenh temple and then check-in at the Hotel. Dinner and overnight at the Harbour View Hotel.
Overnight : at Harbour View or similar
Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Day 11 HAI PHONG - CAT BA - HALONG BAY HANOI Breakfast at hotel. Leave a hotel to the quay.Take off by hydrofoil for Cat Ba Island. On arrival, move to a wooden boat to cruise the best part of Cat Ba Island and Halong Bay through the limestone islets. Seafood lunch on board. Return to Cat Ba Island to catch the hydrofoil to Hai Phong. Pick up at Hai Phong quay and transfer back to Hanoi. Arrive in Hanoi and check-in at the Hotel. Dinner and overnight at the Sunway Hotel.
Overnight : at Sunway or similar
Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Day 12 HANOI Breakfast at the hotel. At leisure until transfer to airport and departure flight or continuation of your Vietnam roundtrip.

Meals : Breakfast

Minor program changes are sometime necessary, depending on confirmed flight, road conditions, weather and availability of room.

FAQs: Sightseeing

Q. What are the differences between PRIVATE TOUR and JOIN-IN TOUR?

A. PRIVATE TOUR:
- You can choose your own travel date.
- The pick up location is only at your hotel.
- The trip is exclusive to you and your party.

B. JOIN-IN TOUR:
- You can choose your own travel date, based on seat availability
- The pick up location is at major city hotels
- You will join other travelers for the trip.
Q. How can I booked?
- Click "Online booking" and complete the Reservation Form.
- Payment will be charged directly from your credit card.
- An e-mail will be sent to confirm your reservation.
- A Tour voucher will be sent within 1-2 working days.
Q. How do I make payment?
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The payment will be preceded either by Credit Card (VISA, MASTER CARD) or Bank Transfer (we cannot accept this for urgent bookings).
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Q. Can I book/pay directly on spot?
No. The rates displayed on PassionAsia.com are available only through online service. All reservations must be paid for in advance upon receiving confirmations from us. This is the only way to guarantee trip occupancy and keep our rates competitive.
Q. How many days in advance should I book?
You should book the sightseeing tour at least 2 days before the tour date (Monday - Friday). However, it will depend on the tour availability too.
Q. Do you need my credit card details at the time of making a reservation?
Yes. However, you will not be charged at the time of reservation. Your credit card will be charged only if and after your booking is confirmed.
Q. How to meet our guide or our representative?
Print your tour voucher and present it to our guide who will pick you up at the hotel lobby on your travel date.
Q. What is your Cancellation Policy?
Cancellation & No Show Charges Policy of Sightseeing Tours:
- 3 Days before the Tour:There is a 7% banking and handling fees applied.
- Less than 2 days before the Tour or No-show:
100% charge of package price (No refund).

**For authentication purposes, only written cancellation notices (e-mail or fax) will be accepted