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Classic combined with adventure Tour 20 days. From US$ 875
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To tour Vietnam, 20 days is not long enough, but it can satisfy travelers who first come to Vietnam at least in this program. The tour starts in HCMC, ends in Hanoi. We can reverse it upon your request. Now Let's see the itinerary.
Tour Code: VBG10 Detailed Tour Itinerary Day 1: Arrival Ho Chi Minh city On arrival at Tan San Nhat Airport, you will be met and transferred to hotel. Settle the balance payment. Ho Chi Minh City, a bustling metropolis ,contradiction of its northern counterpart, is crowded with bikes and motorbikes, excited by numerous shopping area and sidewalk cafés. The afternoon we stroll around Sai gon down town. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh. Day 2: Tay Ninh - Cuchi Tunnels
On arrival we attend the fantastic mid-day temple service when the followers fill the hall wearing colored robes, a symbol of the curious combination of the Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism. On return trip we also make stop to explore Cu Chi Tunnels, an incredible underground tunnel network constructed by Vietnamese fighters during the long struggle for independence. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city. (Breakfast included) Day 3: Saigon- Vinh Long- Can Tho 7h15 After breakfast, a journey to explore Mekhong Delta at Vinh Long province. Vinh Long is situated between the Tien and the Hau rivers. Here the soil is rich in alluvium, favorable for rice and various fruit cultivation. The majority of inhabitants live on farming, the remaining on petty trading. Vinh Long is closed to the Tien river in the North, My Tho - Dong Thap provinces in the West, Ben Tre province in the East, and Tra Vinh province in the South. More than 97% of the population is Khmer and Hoa. What make the trip to Vinh Long is so worthwhile is not only the town itself, but also the beautiful small islands in the river. A boat trip will bring you to the popular spots for tourist – Binh Hoa Phuoc island where land are totally given over to agriculture, especially the raising of tropical fruits. Overnight in Can Tho. Day 4: Can Tho- Chau Doc
Boat Cruise in Mekong Delta then continue to Chau Doc. Visit Sam Mountain, Lady Xu Temple, Thoai Ngoc Hau Temple. Overnight in Chau Doc. Day 5: Chau Doc- Ho Chi Minh city Drive back Ho Chi Minh then overnight. Day 6: Ho Chi Minh city - Nha Trang Today, we start our north bound journey by train to Nha Trang. You can view a real Vietnam over the window of the Vietnam Train. Arrive Nha Trang, you will be picked up and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Nha Trang (Breakfast included) Day 7: Nhatrang Today, you will have plenty of time on the beach. Nha Trang has the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam. Overnight at hotel in Nha Trang. (Breakfast included) Day 8: Nhatrang
The picturesque coastal town of Nha Trang is an ideal place for anyone seeking an enjoyable escape. 8h00 Taking a boat trip out we explore some nearby islands of the South China Sea and spend a half day on the turquoise water enjoying swimming, snorkeling, or simply lazing on a beach and feasting on seafood lunch. Overnight in NhaTrang. (Breakfast and lunch included) Day 9: Nhatrang - Danang - Hoian We board a flight to Da Nang. The tour of central Vietnam begins with sightseeing of Hoi An which was originally a Cham seaport but has been influenced down centuries by a myriad of traders from various cultures. The tranquil and charm of Hoi An with its low tiled houses of Chinese appearance, Japanese covered bridge, brightly painted temples and pagodas make it one of Vietnam’s most delightful places. Overnight in Hoi An. (Breakfast included) Day 10: My son Holley 8h00 We drive to visit holly land My Son. This is a former capital of the ancient Cham civilization that ruled central Vietnam between the second and thirteenth centuries. Hinduism from India heavily influenced their religion. Located 60 km. from Danang, My Son is considered to be one of the best-preserved Cham structures in Vietnam. The complex is comprised of seventy Hindu-like towers and temples dating from the second century. This site is a must-see for those who are interested in architecture and ancien civilizations. It is one of four World Heritage listed sites in Vietnam. Balance of the day will be at your leisure to do your endless shopping in Hoian. Overnight in Hoian (Breakfast and lunch included) Day 11: Hoian – Hue
8h00 We embark on northernbound journey to Hue, the former imperial capital of Vietnam. The scenic route passes through Da Nang as we are climbing over the Pass of Ocean Clouds (Hai Van Pass) and dropping down to the picturesque fishing villages of Lang Co. A visit to beautiful Cham museum in Danang where display Cham’s finest sculpture and artifact in the world. Afternoon we visit the Citadel, containing the Imperial City and the Forbidden Purple city, the Emperor's private residence. Both were almost totally destroyed during the Tet offensive of 1968. We visit vibrant Dong Ba Riverside Market . Overnight in Hue (Breakfast included) Day 12: Hue - Hanoi 8h00 this morning we board our dragon board for a cruise along lovely Perfume river with a stop to visit Thien Mu Pagoda, considered by many as the unofficial symbol of Hue. It is active Buddhist monastery with its origins dating back to 1601. One of its most poignant displays is a car belonging to a former monk, who in 1963, drove to Saigon and set himself alight to protest against the South Vietnamese regime and its cruel treating of Buddhist. We continue our ride upstream to visit Minh Mang Tomb, in a tranquil setting of gardens and lakes as well as t from where the Nguyen Dynasty ruled between 1802 and 1945. This evening we take overnight soft sleeper train to Ha Noi. (Breakfast included) Day 13: Hanoi
Arrival Hanoi in the morning you will be transferred to our hotel for a freshen up and breakfast. Free in the morning to relax . Sightseeing tour of the town in the afternoon to the Temple of Literature - Vietnam’s first university, the Ethnology Museum. Tonight we enjoy water puppet showed followed by Vietnamese diner. Overnight in Hanoi (Breakfast and dinner included) Day 14: Hanoi - Halong bay Breakfast and ready ro go to Halong Bay, we drive to Halong bay. The drive journey boasts one of Vietnam’s most impressive scenic sights. Arriving to Halong we embark on a cruise out to explore the picturesque scenery blending with the sky and some 3,000 limestone islands rising amazingly from the clear and emerald water. Along the way we will anchor for a leisurely swim in a secluded cove. After a seafood lunch served on board. We explore this stunning bay with prime beaches. Overnight on the boat. (Breakfast, lunch and diner included) Day 15: Halong bay – Hanoi More exploration of breathtaking secluded bay. We cruise further to Bai Tu Long bay where Indochina film is taken. We are treated to a seafood lunch before our drive back to Hanoi. Overnight in Ha Noi. (Breakfast and lunch included) Day 16: Hanoi- Lao Cai
There is a free time to relax or further exploration of Ha Noi. Check out at noon. Free. 20h00 pick up from your hotel to Hanoi Station. Overnight on train to Lao Cai. (Breakfast included) Day 17: Sapa AM: 6h30 arrive Lao Cai , pick up at Lao Cai Station then transfer to Sapa. Have breakfast and shower in hotel before the trip starts. Trek down to Lao Chai village to visit the Black H'Mong . Have a picnic lunch on the way then keep going along the Sapa valley to get to Ta Van village to visit the Day people, which is supposed to be the most beautiful one in the area, where you stay overnight in a local Day family. (Breakfast and lunch included) Day 18: Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai – Sapa 4 We start the trip after breakfast, heading up to Giang Ta Chai village of the Red Dzao tribe where you will have lunch. Amazing sceneries and beautiful waterfall are to be seen in the afternoon before going up to the main road where you will be picked up by jeep. Ride back to Sapa. Check in. Enjoy the night in the mountain town. (Breakfast and lunch included) Day 19: Sapa – Cat Cat and Sin Chai – Lao Cai station Breakfast in hotel, the rest of the morning is free to explore the town on your own. After lunch you check out and leave your luggage in the hotel then get yourself ready before heading down to Cat Cat and Sin Chai villages of Black H’Mong tribe. Enjoy the waterfall in Cat Cat and beautiful scenery along the way. Back to Sapa and get fresh with a shower in the hotel‘s day room then transfer to Lao Cai station for the night train back to Hanoi. (Breakfast and lunch included) Day 20: Hanoi Arrive Hanoi around 5h30. Take a taxi to your hotel. Have a shower and breakfast. Check out at noon. Transfer to the airport for the international flight. End services.(Breakfast included) Price in US$ per person
*Note: All rates above are per person, nett and inclussive of government tax Child (3-10 years old) sharing same bed with adults, 50% adult price Child (under 3): 30% adult price Surcharge may apply in the high season (new year, Chrismas, public holidays). This, if any, will be 30% of the tour price Tour Inclusions English Speaking Guides.
All accommodation in 2 star hotel on twin share basis with daily breakfasts
Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
All tours & transfers
Entrance fees and permits during guided time.
Flight: Nha Trang- Da Nang (economic class)
Train tickets: Ho Chi Minh - Nha Trang (soft seat), Hue- Hanoi , Hanoi- Lao Cai- Hanoi (soft- sleeper)
Tour Exclusions International Airfares.
International departure tax
Visas and visa arrangement
Personal travel insurance.
Personal expenses such as Bar, Telephone and Laundry bills.
Tips and gratuities
Others not mentioned
Note: - You can adjust the program to fit your travel plan. If any, please tell us |
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