Overview
Explore North & South of Vietnam
- Hotels
- Meals
- Sightseeing
- Transfers
- Understand the legend of the Sung Sot Cave which is the largest limestone cave in Halong Bay listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam is a kaleidoscope of natural beauty, history, culture, and vibrant urban landscapes
- Earlier known as Saigon, Ho Chi Minh is a dynamic city offering exciting nightlife, authentic local delicacies and artistic colonial buildings
- Get captivated in the magical land of the Ninh Binh province which has an extravagant natural landscape with rivers, rice paddies and limestone caves
- Get a shivering sensation as you watch the horror of the Vietnam War on the former battlegrounds at the Cu Chi Tunnels
About the Tour:
Home to eclectic nature in the form of massive cliffs, green grasslands, and rich history and culture, Vietnam has grown into one of the best locations to visit in South East Asia. Visit the capital city of Ho Chi Minh which is bestowed with both cultural and colonial architectural buildings and knows how to make a weekend count at its night market and walking street. Along with the urban beat of the capital city, get a chance to witness the marvelous archipelagos as you cruise on the azure blue waters of Halong Bay. Owing to its rich history and turbulent past, Ho Chi Minh city is still seen as rooted in its culture and proudly boasts its history through war memorials and museums.
This is the perfect vacation for all, you and your loved ones will get to enjoy cruises, island visits, interacting with the locals, trying out Vietnamese foods and shopping, witnessing the country’s history unravel with sightseeing tours, and much more.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival Hanoi Vietnam. City tour
Our English speaking guide will meet and welcome you at Noi Bai international airport. Transfer you to Hanoi downtown for check in.
Check in time is 14.00 – early check in subject to availability
Afternoon, visit Ba Dinh Square with Hochiminh Mausoleum(closed on every Monday, Friday), One Pillar Pagoda and Hochiminh’s House of Stilt
Then visit Temple of Literature(the 1st National University of Vietnam), Sword Lakewith Ngoc Son Temple and The Huc Bridge
Continue to visit& shopping at Old Quarter(36 ancient wards & streets) and Dong Xuan Market
Overnight in Hanoi
Day 2
Tam Coc full day tour (B) SIC
After breakfast, depart for NinhBinh which owns Hoa Lu and Tam Coc as the most favorite sightseeing of tourists from all over the world.
After 2 hours, you will arrive at Hoa Lu Ancient Capital. In 968, Dinh Bo Linh declared himself as the King. Since then Hoa Lu existed as the capital for the next 41 years (968 – 1009), of which 12 years was under the Dinh dynasty – King Dinh Tien Hoang, the country named Dai Co Viet, and 29 years later was under the Le dynasty – King Le Dai Hanh. In 1010, King Ly Thai Tomoved the capital from Hoa Lu to Thang Long – present day Hanoi. Hoa Lu became the old citadel. In Hoa Lu there are now 2 temples have been built on the ground of the old royal palace, one is dedicated to King Dinh Tien Hoang, the other is to King Le Dai Hanh. The visit offers a chance to know more about part of feudal dynasties and historical periods in Vietnamese history.
Afternoon, 5 minute-walk to the boat station and start the 2hour-boat trip to visit Tam Coc. Known as “Halong Bay on land”, Tam Coc are three limestone caves stretching along Ngo Dong river. The boat trip is a nice journey along the river with peaceful scenery of Limestone Mountains, rice paddy and the site of some temples along the way from Hang Ca (first cave) to Hang Hai (second cave) and Hang Ba (third cave).
Back to Hanoi in late afternoon. Stay overnight in Hanoi
Day 3
Hanoi – Halong. Stay overnight on board (B,L,D)
Note: Transfer Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hanoi by cruise shuttle bus
Your morning departure from your hotel in Hanoi to Halong Bay takes you on a journey through the rich farmlands of the Red River Delta. Observe everyday life of Vietnamese Villages as you see the villagers work the local rice fields, take live pigs to market on bicycles and plough the fields with their large water buffaloes.
Arrive in Halong and board a traditional sailing junk. As the vessel sets sails, you will be greeted by the Crew Team who will aim throughout your stay at providing you with the highest standards of service for a pure pleasure and utmost comfort onboard. Discover some of the treasures disseminated across the Bay of the Descending Dragon during the afternoon: fascinating caves, pristine beaches, picturesque floating villages, fantastic rock formations rising up out of emerald water. While onboard, you can take advantage at leisure of the cruise services; surrounded by a stunning setting in motion, you could attend our chef’s cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking.
Defined to be one of the highlights of your stay, a highly refined, innovative and varied cuisine will be presented for Lunch and Dinner in the elegant dining-room, accompanied by a wide selection of wines and beverages (with extra charge applied) for drink).
In the evening enjoy the entertainment activities as movie night, squid fishing or just enjoying a cocktail surrounded by limestone rocks majestically springing out from silent waters in the night.
Stay overnight in a cruise in Halong.
Day 4
Halong - Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh City (B)
Early birds can attend a Tai Chi demonstration on the sundeck at the break of dawn. Start the day enjoying some delights with a light breakfast and follow by a colorful brunch. Continue exploring Halong Bay sailing across its 2000 islets and visiting some of its major highlights.
After the tour, transfer to Noi Bai airport for flight to Saigon in the late afternoon. Stay overnight at hotel in Saigon.
Day 5
Cu Chi tunnels – Saigon city tour (B) SIC
After breakfast, at 08:30 in the morning, our tour guide will pick you up and start with you on your journey to Cu Chi Tunnels.
The Cu Chi Tunnels are an immense network of interconnected tunnels near Saigon that are part of a much larger network lying below much of the country. A guided visit to these tunnels provides a better understanding of their history, the hardship of life underground and the resilience of the Vietnamese during combat.
The tunnels were built and used initially by the Viet Cong guerrillas as hiding spots to protect them from the French air and ground sweeps. They later served as communication routes, storage facilities, hospitals and living quarters for the guerrilla fighters throughout the Vietnam-American war.
You’re invited to enter a section of the tunnels to witness the secrets of the tunnels firsthand. Your guide will also show you various mantraps employed from this period, the remains of an American tank and numerous B52 bomb craters. There is also the opportunity to fire an M60, M16 or AK47 rifle at the range next to the tunnel complex.
After returning to Saigon, learn about the city’s historic landmarks as you tour the city with your guide. Visit the former Presidential Palace, headquarters to the Saigon Government during the Vietnam-American war. You may also like to visit the War Remnants Museum for a vivid insight into the Vietnam-American war from a Vietnamese perspective. Next stop is the Notre Dame Cathedral, a red brick building with twin spires based on the original construction from Paris, then head across the square to the Central Post Office designed by the French architect Gustav Eiffel.
Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.
Day 6
Mekong full day tour (B) SIC
Today takes you to My Tho, the capital of Tien Giang Province. Situated on the Mekong River, 75 kilometers southeast of Ho Chi Minh City, the city is surrounded by orchards and rice fields, which produce grain for the entire country. Visit one or two of the islands that produce traditional handcrafts, coconut candy and bee farms. Visit the Vinh Trang Pagoda, the oldest one in the delta on your boat trip on the Mekong River. Late afternoon, you’ll return to Ho Chi Minh City and enjoy your free time there. You’ll spend the overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh city.
Day 7
Departure (B)
Free at leisure until your private vehicle (no guide) will meet you at the hotel and transfer you to Tan Son Nhat airport for departure flight.
Inclusions
- All road transportation in private / SIC Air-condition vehicle
- 6 nights Hotel accommodations on Twin sharing room as per program.
- Daily breakfast
- Local English Speaking guide
- Sightseeing excursions with Guide
- Entrance fees as per above program
- Mineral water on transfer during tour 2*500ml/person/day
Exclusions
- Vietnam e-Visa (US$ 25), client apply online: https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/en_US/trang-chu-ttdt
- All flights / airport tax.
- Early check-in/ Late check-out
- Tips for Guide and Driver (Compulsory US$ 3/person/day)
- Personal expense such as laundry, meals or drinks during, etc..,
- Other items not mentioned in above