Day 1 Welcome to Hanoi!
Flight: International flight on your own arrangement or upon request
Welcome to Hanoi! Upon arrival, your local tour guide and driver will welcome you at the airport. Then, the guide will escort you to the hotel and help you check-in. The rest of the day is at your leisure.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2 Hanoi City Tour
Meals: B
In the morning, your guide and driver will pick up at your hotel, start the tour to beautiful Tran Quoc Pagoda located on the shores of West Lake. This Pagoda is full of amazing Buddhist symbolism that visitors can learn more about.
Then, head to visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the final resting place of Vietnamese great father, President Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house, where he lived on and off from 1958 to 1969.
The next destination is One Pillar Pagoda, a group of structures consisting of a pagoda and a tower built in the middle of a square lake. Leave the pagoda for the Temple of Literature, which is the first college of Vietnam.
In the afternoon, you need to choose one of the city’s museums (History Museum or Ethnology Museum) to visit. After that, drive back to admire Hoan Kiem Lake with Ngoc Son Temple before taking cyclo tour through the Old Quarter, also known as the 36 streets, this bustling area of narrow streets is home to literally thousands of small businesses and shopkeepers. It’s a great place to explore in Hanoi.
Optional:
Later afternoon, you can watch a Water puppet show for one hour. It is a unique traditional performance of Vietnam.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 3 Hanoi - Halong Bay, Full day Halong Bay Cruise
Meals: B / L / D
After breakfast, travel to Halong Bay, one of the Wonders of the Orient (3 hr. drive). Your cruise across Halong Bay starts around noon on Tuan Chau Island at the doorstep of Vietnam's most fascinating wonder. As the boat sets sails, you will be greeted by the Paradise Crew and Cruise Manager who will aim throughout your stay at providing you with the highest standards of service for pure pleasure and utmost comfort onboard.
During the afternoon, discover some of the treasures spread across the Bay of the Descending Dragon: fascinating caves, pristine beaches, picturesque floating villages, fantastic rock formations rising up out of emerald water. While onboard, you can take advantage of the leisure of the Spa, Beauty & Massage services; surrounded by a stunning setting in motion, you can attend the chef's cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking.
One of the highlights of your stay on board is the innovative and varied cuisine offered at Lunch and Dinner in the elegant dining-room, accompanied by a wide selection of wines and beverages from around the world.
Overnight in Halong Bay Cruise.
Day 4 Halong Bay Cruise - Hanoi | Flight to Hue
Flight: Domestic flight include and arranged by Indochina Tour
Meals: B
Wake up to Tai Chi exercises on the sun deck and continue cruising the bays. The breakfast buffet will be served in the restaurant, followed by a visit to the limestone grotto. Disembark in Halong City around noon and transfer back to Hanoi Airport for the flight to Hue.
Upon arrival, you will be escorted to the hotel for check-in.
Overnight in Hue.
Day 5 Hue Imperial Citadel and Purple Forbidden City
Meals: B
Today's tour starts with a visit to the Perfume River, renowned for its natural scenery and numerous flowers which envelop its shores. Along the river, you'll view Vietnamese daily life up close. Take a boat ride along the river to the Tomb of Minh Mang, featuring gardens, many steps, and beautiful decorations.
Move on to visit Tu Doc, a complex with the private royal residence and a tomb that also houses the body of one of the wealthiest emperors in Vietnam. Legend has it that his body is buried with vast treasures in an inconspicuous place, which archaeologists have tried but failed to find. Visit the Khai Dinh Tomb, a more modern ornately decorated tomb.
Next, you are able to explore the Imperial City of Hue. With an area of 500ha and a system of three circles of ramparts, namely from outside to inside: Kinh Thanh Hue (Hue Capital Citadel), Hoang Thanh (Royal Citadel) and Tu Cam Thanh (Forbidden Citadel) and Khai Dinh Tomb, Hue Citadel is the result of the intermingling of many architectural trends: European and Asian, as well as ancient and modern.
After that, visit Tu Duc Tomb and Dong Ba market for shopping.
Overnight in Hue.
Day 6 Mountain Coastal Road Trip to Hoi An
Meals: B
Today, you'll be escorted by vehicle for a scenic ride along the mountain coasts of Vietnam. Start by riding through the mountains, valleys, countryside, and shorelines where you'll find numerous breath-taking scenes. Feel free to request your driver to stop for photos along the way.
Then, you'll continue to a summit where the clouds will meet you. In Chinese, the summit is referred to as “Where the Clouds Meet the Ocean. After you cross the summit, you'll approach a steep and narrow descent where you'll find the scenery surreal. Along the way, there is a stretch of road which overlooks a beautiful bay with a small fishing village, perfect for a Facebook portrait.
As reach the base, you'll travel alongside the beaches of Danang where you'll see hundreds of traditional fishing boats scattered out along the water with beautiful mountains lining the horizon.
At last, you'll approach Hoi An with beautiful countryside, hills, river views and seaside coasts. Your tour guide and driver will escort you to your hotel for check in.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 7 Full Day My Son Heritage, Hoi An Ancient Town
Meals: B
In the morning, travel to the My Son Holy Land. Tucked in the mountains up winding roads with serene views, lies the 4th century My Son Holy Land ruins. The surrounding mountains are strictly forbidden for living or development. The ruins lie in a beautiful mountainous landscape. Enter the temples to hear all about the history and stories of the Cham people and this holy site.
In the afternoon, continue on to the Ancient Capital of Hoi An, which features the 16th-century port town in its preserved state. The town is a perfect mixture of ancient architecture, houses, and temples as well as modern western restaurants and cafes. The historic sites you will visit are the Japanese Bridge, a renowned Chinese Temple, and former Vietnamese merchants' houses.
Later, take a boat trip along the Huai River to Thanh Ha Pottery Village and see how local people work on their crafts. In the evening, the town became so romantic when the lights come on and you see colorful lanterns everywhere especially the flower lanterns floating on the river.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 8 Full Day Fishing at Camkim Village & Biking
Meals: B
One-day "Hoi An fishermen tour" brings you to Cam Kim fishing village.
Here, you can take a small boat to visit charming river sights where you are instructed to rowboats, spread a net, put the bow-net, catch fish. Then, join a riverside restaurant with a ready cooker prepared for you to cook what you have caught from the river. You also can enjoy the food with a glass of country wine.
Finish lunch with a nice cup of tea while making fishing nets, singing & chatting with local fishermen.
Before the end of the tour, take a short biking tour to Cua Dai for photographing, watching the sunset by the sea or to Bay Mau coconut forest, Thuan Tinh eco-tourism zone… Finish the tour at your hotel.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 9 Full Day Cham Island
Meals: B
In the morning, you will be picked up at your hotel's lobby and transferred to Cua Dai harbor. When arriving at the island, you will go to visit the showroom where the history, map, objects of the island are displayed.
With a visit to Au Thuyen where the local boats are hidden in big storms. Walking along the rice field to the over-100-year-old temple of Hai Tang.
Back to the boat for snorkeling for half an hour at Xep beach. Here you can swim, see the forest of nice coral under the sea, then go to Chong beach for lunch and relax.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 10 Relaxing on the Beach at Hoi An
Meals: B
Today, you'll have a day at leisure to enjoy Hoi An Beach, you can relax in the sunshine and sunbathe on the beach.
Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 11 Fly to Nha Trang
Flight: Domestic flight include in quotation and will be on INT's arrangement
Meals: B
Today, you will transfer to airport and fly to Nha Trang. Upon arrival, your guide and driver will meet you at the airport and pick you up from airport. Then, you will be transfered to the hotel.
The rest of the day is free at leisure.
Overnight in Nha Trang.
Day 12 Nha Trang City Tour
Meals: B
Today, you will start your tour by visiting Po Nagar Cham Tower and the Institute of Oceanography.
Then, transfer to Dam Market where many Nha Trang specialties are sold. It is also a paradise of the most delicious food in Nha Trang, so you can enjoy your lunch at this market.
In the afternoon, Long Son Pagoda and Stone Church are the next destinations. These are not only places to worship, but these attractions also have special architects that will amaze you.
At twilight, you are suggested to enjoy a stunning sunset on Chong Island.
Overnight in Nha Trang.
Day 13 Full Day Vinpearl Land Tour
Meals: B
Todays' tour will bring you to visit Vinpearl Land. And you are expected to get up early avoid queuing, especially during the Vietnamese lunar new year or holidays.
Vinpearl Land is a massive recreation complex that you need to spend a whole day to explore. The Waterpark, indoor amusement area, or aquarium is the most popular there.
Overnight in Nha Trang.
Day 14 Four Islands Day Trip
Meal: B
In the morning, our guide and driver will pick you up at the hotel and move to the harbor, then the vessel will take you to 4 islands on Nha Trang Bay.
Firstly, you will move to visit Mun island. The sea surrounds Mun island is the first marine conservational area in Vietnam that protects 350 species of coral and marine creatures. It takes approximately four to five meters from the coast; you will be amazed while diving to watch colorful coral reefs as well as beautiful fishes and many other sea creatures. You may also see the coral in the glass-bottom boat.
Then, you will enjoy the excellent music program “Dance Of Sea” by our band’s performances that promise to bring you moments of relaxation and leisure. Next, you will join with us in the “Floating Bar Party” on Mot island; enjoy cocktails and fruits along with the music being harmony with small waves’ sound on the romantic blue sea.
After that, visiting Tranh beach. Here, you can rest, relax on the beautiful beach. You can also participate in water sports such as banana float, water motorbike, parachute pulled by boat (costs excluded). After visiting Tranh beach, you are able to enjoy the taste of the seasonal fruit on the vessel.
Finally, the vessel will go ashore at Mieu island to explore the mystery of Tri Nguyen Aquarium designed to look like a stranded mysterious pirate ship on the reef. The aquarium is located on the ship - which displays many strange species of coral and marine life. Outside the ship, it is Lo Thien aquarium where tourists can buy food to lure turtles and fish going out of the water.
Overnight in Nha Trang.
Day 15 Free Time in Nha Trang
Meals: B
Today, you can shopping in the city early to buy Nha Trang specialties as souvenirs for your friends and family.
In the afternoon, you can also enjoy a mud bath. This type of leisure will help you relax and enhance your health.
Overnight in Nha Trang.
Day 16 Flight to Saigon | Visit Cu Chi Tunnels
Flight: Domestic flight will be on INT's arrangement and include in Quotation
Meals: B
In the morning, transfer to airport for flight to Saigon. Upon arrival, your guide will greet you at the airport. You will be escorted to Hoi An for hotel check-in.
In the afternoon, you will be escorted to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels. Discover these amazing systems developed by the guerrillas fighting in the Vietnam War. You'll have an opportunity to see the various weapons used in the war on display. Then learn about the innovative ways the guerrillas survived and fought back in the war. The impressive underground system they built remains to tell the story of the Vietnam War.
Overnight in Saigon.
Day 17 Saigon Highlights Tour
Meals: B
Today, you will head to explore the highlights of Saigon and learn the history of these iconic landmarks.
Start by visiting the Notre Dame Cathedral. Constructed by French colonists during their settlement, discover its significance as the largest cathedral in Southeast Asia.
Across the road is the Old Saigon Post Office, a neoclassical architectural building considered one of the main attractions in the city. Visit the Reunification Palace, home of South Vietnam’s President during the war.
The next stop is Cholon, the Chinatown in Ho Chi Minh. Explore the thickly settled district rife with tea-houses and pagodas, and the famous Binh Tay Market.
Finish the afternoon with a visit to the Emperor Jade Pagoda. Also known as the Tortoise Pagoda, this figurine-filled place of worship is considered by many to be Saigon's finest.
Overnight in Saigon.
Day 18 Drive to Vinh Long and Can Tho
Meals: B
In the morning, our guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel and transfer about 136km to Vinh Long, a riverside town located in the Mekong Delta.
Upon arrival, enjoy a boat cruise to the Cai Be floating market with sellers and buyers bargaining and exchanging goods from their boats, and then go to Binh Hoa Phuoc Islet where the maze o shady creeks will surely fascinate you. You will have a chance to mingle with local peasants, learn the secrets of their bonsai gardening. You will pay a visit to local homes where the families produce tiles and ceramics, drop into rice-paper kiln and coconut-candy kiln, and observe daily country life.
In the afternoon, we will drive to Can Tho and check-in hotel. In the evening, wandering around the night market will be recommended for you.
Overnight in Can Tho.
Day 19 Can Tho - Saigon
Meals: B
Rise early in the morning for breakfast at your hotel where your private guide and driver will meet you to escort you to the pier of Can Tho for an adventure on the river.
Your motorboat and captain will greet you and help you onboard. You'll be taken to the largest floating market in Can Tho where local farmers bring their bulk products for sale.
After that, you will drive back to Saigon.
Rest of the day is free at leisure.
Overnight in Saigon.
Day 20 Farewell from Saigon
Flight: International flight on your own arrangement or upon request
Meals: B
Today, you can enjoy your free time to explore this city until transfer to the airport. Hope you have a nice trip home and look forward to traveling with you again!
Service End.
Service Inclusions:
Flight tickets with airport tax as listed in above itinerary.
Entrance fee and sightseeing as listed in the itinerary.
Private English speaking tour guide service.
Private van for land transportation with cold drinking water and soft drink provided in the car.
Meals as listed in the itinerary (B for breakfast, L for lunch and D for dinner.
Service Exclusions:
International air tickets.
Visa Handling fee, visa stamp fee.
Meals do not listed in itinerary.
Insurance, gratuities and personal expenses.
Tipping for guide, driver and hotel bell boys, etc.
Surcharge for public holidays (if any).
Services not stated in the itinerary.
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