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TASTE OF VIETNAM - 10 Days Tours


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What all is included in this trip
   Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
  Accommodation: twin sharing room at the mentioned hotels
  Meals as indicated: B = breakfast, L = lunch
  English or French or Chinese speaking guide
  Flight Ho Chi Minh – Danang, Hue Hanoi
  Boat trips in Mekong Delta, Hue, Halong
  Entrance fee to indicated sights
  Water puppet show
  Cyclo trip
Exclusion : What is not included in the trip price
  Other meals, tip, drinks.
  Airport tax
  Single room
  Personal expenses
  Insurance
  International flights
  Visa fee
 
Surcharge :
  May be applied depending on hotel conditions however you are advised to contact our sale team to get the full information if you plan a trip in this period.
Gala Dinner :
   May be applied depending on hotel conditions however you are advised to contact our sale team to get the full information if you plan a trip in this period.
Remarks :
The excursion on day 10 can be repalced by other day trip to Perfume pagoda or to Hao Binh upon clients's   request without supplement.
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Itinerary : Your Tour Program
Day 1  ARRIVAL - HO CHI MINH
On arrival at Tan San Nhat Airport, you are met by our guide and transferred to hotel. The bustling Ho Chi Minh City, still called Saigon by many locals, is a center of commerce, finance, culture and tourism in Vietnam. This metropolis ,contradiction of its northern counterpart, is crowded with bikes and motorbikes, excited by numerous shopping areas and sidewalk cafe. (If time permits) we stroll around the down town to explore the different local ways of life. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh

Overnight : at hotel   

Day 2  HO CHI MINH - TAY NINH - CU CHI TUNNEL - HO CHI MINH
The incredible underground network in Cu Chi stretched over 200 kilometres and became legendary during the American war. The extensive tunnels have been specially constructed with living areas, weapon factories, filed hospitals, command centres, plus accommodation. Today we have an excursion to Cu Chi Tunnels to visit an exposition hall and a widened section of the tunnels to get a feel of the underground life. There are also possibilities to fire off rounds from an AK47 or MK16 at the nearby rifle range. Upon leaving Cu Chi, we drive a short distance to Tay Ninh, the headquarters of Cao Dai Sect. This religion was founded in 1923 and now numbers over 2 million members. We arrive in time to see the ornate temple of Cao Dai and attend the fantastic mid-day service when the followers fill the hall wearing colored robes. These costumes are a symbol of the curious combination of the Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

Overnight : at hotel   
Meals :  Breakfast
Day 3  HO CHI MINH - MEKONG DELTA - HO CHI MINH
Heading out of town, we travel by roads to the Mekong Delta. This plain region boasts the largest rice bowl of Vietnam. On arrival in My Tho we board a boat navigating around the intricate small canals, which is a great way to observe the local lifestyle close-up and catch a view dotted by many islands. The exciting river trip will pass by the lush green vegetation towards the famous Unicorn Island where we have a chance to stroll around an orchard, taste many seasonal fruits and see farmers at work. We navigate some narrower canals using small rowing boats to Ben Tre Province for an interesting visit to some local industries. The extra enjoyment is a lunch at one of the famous local eating spots. We drive back to Ho Chi Minh, stopping off en route to see the beautiful Ving Trang Pagoda and the Saigon's Chinatown, locally named Cho Lon. This bustling area is crammed with sacred temples and mysterious, narrow lanes. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

Overnight : at hotel   
Meals :  Breakfast/Lunch
Day 4  HO CHI MINH - DANANG - HOI AN
Today we begin our exploration of Ho Chi Minh with a drive past the now-demolished wartime American Embassy to the Reunification Palace. This famous edifice was a former residence of the President of Southern Vietnam until end of April 1975. Close to the palace are some striking French colonial structures including the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Old Sai Gon Post Office. We follow these with a visit to the Jade Emperor Pagoda, the War Remnant Museum and the retail Ben Thanh Market where anything and everything is for sale!. The following destination of our trip is Danang via a short flight from Ho Chi Minh. On arrival you are greeted by our guide and driven to Hoi An, which was originally a Cham seaport but has been influenced down centuries by a myriad of traders from various cultures. Overnight in Hoi An.

Overnight : at hotel   
Meals :  Breakfast
Day 5  HOI AN - HUE
The ancient architecture of Hoi An is a fascinating combination of Vietnamese traditional characters with Chinese and Japanese influence. There are plenty to see in this delightful and tranquil town, some of which are the famous Japanese Covered Bridges, the Pottery Museum, the 200 years old Tam Ky House, the Chua Ong Pagoda, the vibrant market. We visit these sites on a morning walking tour past many low tiled houses scattered along the small streets and assembly halls which reflect the town's multi-cultural past. Upon leaving Hoi An, we drive north to Hue with stopover at the famous China Beach and the sensational Marble Mountains whose peaks represent the five elements. The next stop is Danang City to visit the Cham Museum. This interesting structure is home to Vietnam's largest collection of Cham treasures. We follow the winding roads crossing over the scenic Hai Van Pass. The thrilling drive reaches Hue by mid or late afternoon depending on traffic conditions. Overnight in Hue.

Overnight : at hotel   
Meals :  Breakfast
Day 6  HUE
The beautiful riverside Thien Mu Pagoda is one of the oldest ancient architectural structures for religious work ship in Hue. We include this in a half day cruise on the Perfume River which also gives us a taste of the scenic countryside and an enjoyable visit to the mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang. This impressive landmark is laid in a tranquil setting of gardens and lakes, featuring the beautiful architecture, intricate decor and mysterious statues. We leave this site and catch a short drive though the rolling hill to see the elaborate royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc and the famous Tu Hieu Pagoda. The sightseeing tour of Hue also includes a walk to the bustling Dong Ba Market that sells a wide variety of local goods and handicrafts. Along the way we pass many fantastic eating spots, all ideal for visitors to sample some local delicacies. Overnight in Hue.

Overnight : at hotel   
Meals :  Breakfast
Day 7  HUE - HANOI
The exploration of Hue could not be complete without a visit to the Imperial Citadel. Today we have time seeing the massive citadel which contains the Imperial City and the Purple Forbidden City. This royal residence was all but destroyed during the 1968 Tet Offensive, however it is still fascinating to walk among the ruins. Close to this masterpiece is Hue Imperial Museum which displays an interesting collections of bronzes, Chinaware, court robes and various emperors' personal belongings. We visit this museum before taking a drive to airport for short flight to Hanoi. On arrival at Noi Bai Airport, you are met by our guide and transferred to hotel. The capital of Vietnam, Hanoi is a stylish and gracious city that retains an unique old world charm and some Asia 's most striking colonial architecture. If time permits we enjoy a short cyclo ride through the bustling old quarter streets named after the specific goods once offered for sale at these places. Overnight in Ha Noi.

Overnight : at hotel   
Meals :  Breakfast
Day 8  HANOI - HALONG
Today we commence our sightseeing of Hanoi with the Ho Chi Minh Complex, containing the mausoleum of the nation's founder Ho Chi Minh, the Presidential Palace and the Ho Chi Minh's house on stilts. Close to this complex is the One Pillar Pagoda, whose origins date back to the foundation of Hanoi. We follow this with a visit to the Temple of Literature, well known as Vietnam's first university, and the History Museum which displays an excellent collection of artifacts illustrating the Vietnamese history. The peaceful lake of Hoan Kiem with its sacred temple and the bustling Dong Xuan Market are also visited before we depart for Halong Bay past the scenic countryside. En route we make stop over at Dong Trieu pottery village to stretch our legs and admire the craftsmen at work. Overnight in Ha Long

Overnight : at hotel   
Meals :  Breakfast
Day 9  HALONG - HANOI
The legendary Halong Bay is truly one of Vietnam's most impressive scenic sights. We board a traditional boat for a five hour trip around Halong Bay. This exciting cruise provides us a fantastic view of the picturesque scenery blending with the sky and some 3,000 limestone islands rising amazingly from the clear and emerald water. These limestone karst formations are littered with beaches, grottoes and beautiful caves. Along the way we will anchor for a leisurely swim in a secluded cove and an enjoyable visit to one of the many hidden grottoes beneath towering cliffs. We round off our excursion with a seafood lunch served on board and make our way back to Ha Noi, arriving in time to see an evening performance of Hanoi's famous water puppets. Overnight in Ha Noi.

Overnight : at hotel   
Meals :  Breakfast/Lunch
Day 10  HANOI - DEPARTURE
There is a free time to relax or further explore Ha Noi. The tour ends after your transfer to Noi Bai Airport for departure.


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

 
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