Overview

            Brief itinerary

Day 01: Hanoi

Day 02: Hanoi – Halong Bay                                                          

Day 03: Halong Bay – Hanoi

Day 04:  Hanoi – Danang – Hoi An

Day 05:  Hoi An 

Day 06: Hoi An – Danang – Nha Trang                                 

Day 07: Nha Trang

Day 08: Nha Trang – Phan Thiet

Day 09: Phan Thiet – Saigon

Day 10: Saigon – Cu Chi

Day 11: Saigon Departure

 
      Highlight of the trip:

- Enjoy the colonial French architecture of Hanoi
- Cruise along Halong Bay with its other-worldly karst islands
- Stroll along the traffic free streets of Hoi An’s old town

- Relax with a fresh fruit drink on the beautiful Cua Dai beach

- Snorkel or scuba dive in the tranquil waters of Nha Trang Bay

- Slide down the famous sand dunes of Mui Ne

- Watch the fishermen in their colorful boats and then enjoy the taste of the freshest seafood along the beach
- Experience the  vitality of Saigon with its unique blend of history, culture and modern conveniences
- See how the Viet Cong lived during the war; take a guided tour through a portion of a tunnel.

- Marvel at the delicious fresh cuisine and decadent French pastries served by friendly and cheerful wait-staff.

Full itinerary

Day 1: Arrival

Arrive in Hanoi - Noi Bai International Airport.
You will be met at the airport by your English speaking guide and transfer to your hotel in downtown Hanoi. Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is a beautiful city of lakes, shaded boulevards and verdant public parks.  After check-in we will enjoy a short walk through the Old Quarter of Hanoi, where we observe the daily life of the locals on busy markets and narrow shaded streets. The Old Quarter includes 36 old streets with each name representative of the type of merchandise sold in it.
Overnight in Hanoi

Day 2 Hanoi – Halong Bay (B,L,D)

After breakfast, drive to Halong Bay (3 hours), a UNESCO World Heritage site. Whoever comes to Vietnam should not miss the chance to visit Halong Bay, a picturesque blend of harmonious transition between the mountains and the sea.
Halong Bay is in the Bac Bo (Tonkin) gulf and stretches over an area of 1,500 km2 with three thousand green islands that look like jewels.
We will cruise on the bay on a traditional junk enjoying a fresh seafood lunch on the boat while experiencing the majestic beauty of Halong Bay. The junk is a wooden sailboat designed in a traditional Vietnamese style while offering a full range of modern amenities. Visit the fascinating Dau Go Cave called “The Cave of Marvels” and Thien Cung Cave, the “Heavenly Palace cave” surrounded by spectacular stalactites and stalagmites.

After dinner, enjoy fishing with local fishermen. The reflection of the limestone outcrops, the sight of fishing boats lit up in the darkness; enjoy these precious moments in one of the most breathtaking landscapes in the world.
Overnight on board the junk.

Day 3 Halong Bay – Hanoi (B,L)

After gazing at the sunrise, you will navigate through the numerous oddly shaped limestone outcrops. Stop by a cove for a panoramic view of Halong Bay. Seafood feast on board. On the afternoon return to Hanoi we’ll stop at Dong Trieu Village and visit a ceramic craft workshop.
Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 4: Hanoi – Danang – Hoi An (B)

After breakfast we depart to the airport for a short flight to Danang, then transfer to Hoi An, a charming ancient port town. Check in a beautiful resort by the sea on Cua Dai beach. Free at leisure.
Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 5: Hoi An (B)

Sightseeing in the ancient town of Hoi An.  Hoi An old town has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site as an example of a well preserved South East Asian trading port of the 15^th – 19^th century.  In addition to its unique architecture, it is also noted for its tailors and handicrafts, especially lanterns.

Free time for shopping and relaxing on the beach.
Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 6: Hoi An – Danang – Nha Trang (B)

Transfer to Danang airport and a short flight to Nha Trang. On arrival we check in at a resort on Nha Trang Bay, voted one of the most beautiful bays in the world. Nha Trang is noted for its pristine beaches.  Scuba diving and other watersports are popular. There are also some archeological remnants of the Cham culture in the area.
Free time for leisure.
Overnight in Nha Trang (B)

Day 7: Nha Trang (B)

Relax and enjoy Nha Trang’s sandy beaches: swim, sunbathe and take in the delights of this beautiful holiday resort.
Overnight in Nha Trang.

Day 8: Nha Trang – Phan Thiet (B)

Drive to Phan Thiet, which is one of the most important fishing areas in Vietnam. Sightseeing on the way. On arrival, we check in at a charming beach resort.
Relax and enjoy the beautiful sandy beach of Mui Ne, which is known as the windsurfing capital of Vietnam.
Overnight in Phan Thiet.

Day 9: Phan Thiet – Saigon (B)

After a morning relaxing on the beach, drive to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) in the afternoon and check into your hotel.

Evening at leisure.
Overnight in Saigon.

Day 10: Saigon – Cu Chi (B)

Morning departure to the small town of Cu Chi, located 35 km from Saigon (1h30), an incredible underground tunnel network constructed by Vietnamese resistance fighters during the long struggle for independence.

Visit the famous Cu Chi Tunnel Network which became legendary during the 1960s for its role in facilitating Viet Cong control of a large rural area. At its height, the tunnel system stretched from the South Vietnamese capital to the Cambodian border; in the district of Cu Chi alone, there were over 250 km of tunnels. The network, parts of which were several stories deep, included innumerable trapdoors, specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapon’s factories, field hospitals, command centers and kitchens. The tunnels of Cu Chi were built over a period of 25 years beginning in the late 1940s.

Drive back to Saigon for a city tour to see Reunification Palace and Ben Thanh Market. Visit Notre Dame Cathedral and the beautiful French-style Post Office, with its glass canopy and iron structure designed by Gustave Eiffel. Visit the famous War Remnants Museum, with armored vehicles, artillery pieces, bombs and infantry weapons displayed in an outside walled courtyard. Continue to Cholon, the Chinese quarter, and see Binh Tay Market with its big clock tower in the centre.  Discover the Thien Hau Pagoda, built by the Cantonese congregation in the 19th century. 

Evening at leisure

Overnight in Saigon.

Day 11: Saigon Departure (B)

Free time at leisure for last minute shopping before transferring to the airport for departure home. (B)

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