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Vietnam Culture Discovery

1 Adults, 0 Child

8N | 9D
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Tour Overview

The Vietnam Tour of 8 Nights / 9 Days will bring you to Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Hoi An, Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, and Ninh Binh. There is a magical, melting pot of the most varied and lively cultures of the world, absolutely untouched by Mother Nature, and the dynamism of history over here. Ho Chi Minh City enchants with its surprising mix of the past and present depicted in its famous sites like living streets and the iconic Cu Chi Tunnels. Subsequently, it shall be the turn for an exciting boat cruise ride in the Mekong Delta. Then you will fly to Da Nang where you will not only bask in the sun on the beach but also take a trip to Hoi An which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.From there, you will experience the amazing Golden Bridge at Ba Na Hills before traveling north to Hanoi. After that, Ninh Binh awaits you for a bamboo boat ride and then ultimately, you will have the chance to sail across the breathtakingly beautiful Ha Long Bay.

Tour Inclusions

Accomadation
Accomadation
Sightseeing
Sightseeing
Selected Meals
Selected Meals
SIC Transfers
SIC Transfers

Tour Exclusions

Tour Guide
Tour Guide
Flight Ticket
Flight Ticket
Visa
Visa

Tour Itinerary

Day 1
Activity

• Arrival • Hotel transfer & check-in • City exploration • Free evening • Overnight stay

When you reach Tan Son Nhat International Airport, a driver is going to wait for you and drive you to the hotel for your check-in. The hotel has a standard check-in time of 14:00 and there will be no exceptions made for earlier check-ins. During this time, you can choose to rest for a while, slowly enjoy the city or take a trip to the Ben Thanh Market which is one of the best places for a colourful mix of local trading, souvenirs, and street food etc. A good option could be a visit to the market, or if you prefer, you could go and see the French colonial buildings like the Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica and the Saigon Central Post Office, according to your mood. If you are a history lover, then the Independence Palace will be your next place to visit; on the other hand, if you like night entertainment, then Bui Vien Street with its lively atmosphere will be your pick. The street has a pulse of its own when it comes to entertainment, and the vibrant toons are a product of the bars and the street performers.The city’s nightlife will be in the vibrant streets, as the city will be full of vendors, local culture, and food at night. Your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City will be the place where your trip to Vietnam begins.

Activity

• Breakfast • Mekong Delta tour • Boat ride • Local experiences • Lunch • Return to Ho Chi Minh City • Overnight stay

You are taken to Ho Chi Minh City after having breakfast at the hotel, and the one-and-a-half-hour ride of one and a half hours through lush green rice fields beside National Highway 1 takes you to the rural area of Trung Luong, thus arriving at My Tho which is the entrance to the Mekong Delta. The magnificent Vinh Trang Pagoda, a temple complex with much exquisite and intricate architecture, is the first stop you make here. Then, you join the boat and begin the adventure on the Tien River. The trip will be full of attractions like floating fish farms and the four lovely islands: Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise. You will delight in the experience during your stay at Thoi Son Islet where you will be served the fruits in season, honey tea, and the Southern Vietnamese folk music as a background to your sampling. Then, you will go on a boat ride through the canals and the full shade of coconut trees and see the steps of a traditional coconut candy-making workshop. Sampan that is rowed by hand in the canals, the peaceful and relaxing atmosphere, plus people living near rivers, are the main sources of unforgettable moments for you. You are going to be doing a motorboat ride then a bus ride to Ho Chi Minh City. A lunch will be served at a riverside restaurant for you, and the day will be filled with the culture, customs, and beautiful nature which are the main attractions of the Mekong Delta. You will then go back to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City that night.

Activity

• Breakfast • Cu Chi Tunnels visit • Flight to Da Nang • Hotel check-in • Free time • Overnight stay

After breakfast at your hotel, leave for a half-day trip to the Cu Chi Tunnels, a vast underground network.Tunnels, hiding places, and underground living spaces will be observed, and the methods of war and defense will be explained. You can have a soldier’s experience in the tunnels and taste the local food like tapioca. In case that sounds like fun to you, you can also optionally shoot an AK-47 at a shooting range, which will be at your cost. Your tour will finish in Ho Chi Minh City and a vehicle will transfer you to the airport where you will fly to Da Nang. Upon your arrival at the airport, a chauffeur will assist you in getting to the hotel where you will be able to check in early (if there is a room available). The entire day is for you to spend however you wish; among the options is doing nothing but resting if that is what you want! Otherwise, you can go to Da Nang and visit some places of interest. This day is characterized by the uncovering of history and the ease of transport to the center of Vietnam, which in turn suggests your wonderful adventures that follow. Spend the night in Da Nang.

Activity

• Breakfast • Free morning / Beach time • Marble Mountains visit • Hoi An Ancient Town tour • Dinner • Return to Da Nang • Overnight stay

Begin your day with a delicious breakfast at the hotel, then spend the morning with no plans to either discover Da Nang or relax at My Khe Beach, which is famous for its stunning white sand, clear blue water, and the nice palm-tree-lined coastline. In the early afternoon, the driver and guide will come to your hotel to take you on the tour which will start then.Your first destination will be the Marble Mountain and Non Nuoc village, where local artists will perform their skills through rivers, and you will be able to watch the marble sculptures. Then your journey will take you to Hoi An Ancient Town, a place that received the recognition of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will admire the famous Japanese Bridge and experience the calmness of the Hoai River in the company of the old streets and lights while walking through the town. Hoi An's culture will remain forever in your pictures and meditating of the town's quirky beauty. The day will finish with dinner at an authentic place, and then you will be transferred to Da Nang for your night's lodging.

 

Activity

• Breakfast • Ba Na Hills tour • Cable car ride • Golden Bridge visit • Buffet lunch • Return to hotel • Overnight stay

You will have breakfast at your hotel, and then your car and the tour guide will come to the central meeting point or your hotel to pick you up around 7:30–8:00 am. Take a ride to Ba Na Hills through the picturesque Nguyen Tat Thanh coastal route that goes through Thuan Phuoc Suspension Bridge, Thanh Binh Beach, and Red Beach. Get to Suoi Mo Cable Car Station and take your trip to the mountain through one of the longest cable car systems in the world whilst being presented with a breathtaking view of the waterfalls, forests, and trees with red leaves. Visit Linh Ung Pagoda and the impressive Shakyamuni Buddha statue, then stroll in the colorful Love Flower Garden, and take pictures at the Golden Bridge, which looks like a giant hand is supporting it, and is also right in the clouds. Go to Gare Debay station and hop on the second cable line to visit the French Village and the summit of Ba Na Hills.Discover the thrilling rides and attractions that made Fantasy Park one of the largest indoor amusement parks in the world. At noon, indulge in the buffet lunch at Ba Na Hills and then you can either enjoy the magnificent view or just relax. The cable car will bring you down later that day and your hotel will be reached around 4:00-4:30 pm. One night will be spent in Da Nang.

Activity

• Breakfast • Hotel check-out • Flight to Hanoi • Hotel check-in • Free time • Overnight stay

Have breakfast included at the hotel and then proceed to check out at midday 12:00. Then only you will be prepared for your flight to Hanoi. A driver will meet you at your hotel and later escort you to Da Nang Airport for your domestic flight. After you land at Noi Bai Airport in Ha Noi, our representative will be waiting for you and he will lead you to your hotel, where you can check in (the standard check-in is at 2:00 pm; early check-in is not included). The remaining part of the day is yours to explore Ha Noi as you please. A stroll through the Old Quarter could be one option, watching the lake’s mesmerizing ripples at Hoan Kiem could be the second, visiting traditional markets could be another one and just chilling, taking in the city’s exquisite blend of the ancient and the modern could be the fourth. Stay overnight in Ha Noi.

Activity

• Breakfast • Drive to Ninh Binh • Hoa Lu visit • Lunch • Tam Coc boat ride • Cycling • Mua Cave • Return to Hanoi • Overnight stay

The first course of your day will be breakfast at the hotel which is already a part of your reservation. A vehicle will be waiting for you by 7:30 am to drive you to the area of Ninh Binh. The journey will be interrupted with a small pause for getting up, moving and refreshing at about 9:15 am. The first sight is Hoa Lu, the old capital of Vietnam for the period of 968—1010, where you will watch and learn about the feudal system of the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties. Then there will be a buffet lunch featuring many local specialities such as goat meat, fish, chicken, fried rice, and vegetarian options.One of the initial sights to visit will be Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam for the period of 968—1010, where you will see and learn about the feudal system under the Dinh, Le, and Ly Dynasties. After that, there will be a buffet lunch with several local dishes like goat meat, fish, chicken, fried rice, and vegetarian options. Later on, the adventure will take you on a picturesque 1.5-hour bamboo boat ride at Tam Coc, where you will be able to admire the exquisite views of the river with the green rice paddies, steep limestone mountains, and beautiful caves around it - the spot is referred to as "Ha Long Bay on land". The next thing after the boat trip will be a cycle ride through the village. This way, you will see the locals' day-to-day activities very closely and maybe even make some friends. Mua Cave (Dancing Cave) will be the next point and from there, you will have the option to make a steep climb of nearly 500 steps to the top of Lying Dragon Mountain and have the Tam Coc view at the highest point. The group will return to Hanoi in the evening, and in the same way, you will reach your hotel around 6:30 pm after about 6 hours of travel. Not only will you be given the chance to visit the historic place but also the nature, the culture of the local people, which will produce a complete experience to absorb the charm of Ninh Binh. Overnight stay in Ha Noi.

Activity

• Breakfast • Drive to Ha Long Bay • Cruise boarding • Lunch on cruise • Cave & island visit • Sunset activity • Dinner onboard • Overnight cruise

You would be served breakfast at your hotel in Hanoi, and around 7:45 am to 8:30 am, you would be picked up to start the journey through the Hanoi-Ha Long highway to Ha Long Bay which takes approximately three hours. Upon your arrival at Tuan Chau Marina around noon, you will board the cruise, a welcome drink will be served to you, and during the briefing about the cruise, you will get to know the captain and crew. You will be given your cabin and will have some time to freshen up. A sumptuous lunch will be offered to you on board while the cruise is tooting, starting the magical journey through the marvelous limestone islands and the crystal clear waters of Ha Long Bay. The first destination in the afternoon is Surprising Cave, which is the most gorgeous cave in the bay and after that to Titop Island, where you can swim, lie on the beach, or hike up the island's peak for sweeping views. The cruise then sails to the neighborhood of the bay, where the beauty is not so well-known. The beautiful scenery invites you to come and experience the peace, take pictures, or just relax.In case you are a tourist, then you may visit the sunset party on the sundeck with desserts, seasonal fruits, and tea, or participate in the cooking class to learn how to prepare Vietnamese spring rolls. Dinner is onboard and after that, you have the option either to mingle with the other guests for talking, playing board games, squid fishing, or going to your air-conditioned cabin with a private bathroom for just quiet time. The cruise will be an overnight stay.

Activity

• Breakfast on cruise • Kayaking • Scenic cruising • Cruise check-out • Return to Hanoi • Airport transfer • Departure

Your journey starts with breakfast in the cruiser, while at the same time, the ship takes you to the Natural Preservation Area of Ha Long Bay. From 8:00 to 9:30 AM, there is a chance for you to participate in a kayaking adventure, which will lead to Luon Cave, a place with high limestone cliffs and, maybe even, monkeys having fun. After doing each of the above, you will be back on the cruise, where you can have a very nice time relaxing and refreshing yourselves. Your luggage is, however, going to be stored securely on the cruise. The cruising through the Ha Long Bay will then be continued, with the scenic attractions like Dog Islet being included in the passing. Moreover, the final pictures of the bay’s breathtaking landscapes will be taken.At around 11:30 AM, you will be left at Tuan Chau Marina and then either a shuttle bus or a private car to Hanoi. Your coming at your hotel in Hanoi will be in the time slot of 3:00 to 3:30 PM. The driver will arrive at the hotel to collect you according to your flight time and escort you to the airport for the continuation of your journey.Services have ended.

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