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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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