14 Days Discover and Experience in Vietnam
This 14-day tour explore and experience the the unique and of Vietnam train tour with stopover of the World Heritage Sites from North to South, a land of captivating beauty, rich history. Come and join us on this fascinating tour to explore the beauty and diversity of Vietnam in active ways.
Highlights
The unique and experience of Vietnam train tour with stopover of the World Heritage Sites from North to South
Take a cruise through Halong Bay - UNESCO World Heritage Site, marveling at the towering limestone formations and emerald waters
Discover the ancient capital city, visiting the Imperial Citadel, Thien Mu Pagoda, and the tombs of the Nguyen Dynasty emperors
Explore the charming ancient town with its colorful lanterns, traditional architecture and tailor shops
Visit the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Central Post Office, the War Remnants Museum, and the Cu Chi Tunnels
Take a trip to the Mekong Delta to experience the unique floating markets and the beauty of the region
Tour Summary
- When you arrive in Hanoi, our driver will meet you and then transfer you to the hotel.
- Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi
- Breakfast at your hotel.
- 8.30: Visit the earliest university in Vietnam, the Temple of Literature.
- 10.00: Then head to One Pillar Pagoda and the Mausoleum of President Ho Chi Minh
- 12.00: Lunch at a traditional Vietnamese restaurant.
In the afternoon:
- 13.30: Visit the Museum of Ethnology.
- 15.00: Transfer to Tran Quoc Buddhist Pagoda by the West Lake.
- 16.00: Visit Ngoc Son Temple, Hoan Kiem Lake
In the evening:
- Free for leisure
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- 8.15 – 8.30: Pick up by mini-van at the hotel and begin our journey to Halong City. On the way, we can see the peaceful countryside, rice paddy life,..
- 11.00 AM: We arrive at the at port. Board your private boat, an authentic Chinese Junk, and start your amazing cruise through this World Heritage Site.
- 12.00 PM: Lunch is served on board, a selection of the freshest seafood.
In the afternoon:
- 13.30 – 17.00 PM: We visit "the amazing cave", followed by a swim in the tranquility of Halong Bay and its emerald water. We will cruise further into a quiet area where we will anchor and stay overnight.
- 18.00 PM: Dinner and relax as the sun sets.
- You are free to swim in the phosphorous water, retire to your cabin, or fall asleep under the stars amidst the magic of Halong on the top deck.
- Wake up early in the morning for a great sunrise and a breath of fresh ocean air.
- Breakfast served on boat then we do a leisurely cruise through thousands of seemingly never-ending islands. These are great opportunities to capture some amazing photographs.
- Brunch on boat before cruising back to the harbor.
- 10h30: Return from Halong to Hanoi by shuttle bus.
In the afternoon:
- 14h30: Arrival in Hanoi and take a train to Dong Hoi
- Arrive in Dong Hoi. Our driver and tour guide will pick you up for breakfast.
- 08:00: The tour guide pick you up at the meeting point
- 09:30: Depart for Elephant Cave by van
- 10:00: Arrive at the trek departure point and start trekking through the jungle to the Elephant cave
- 10:00 - 11:00: Explore the Elephant cave
- 12:00: Reach to Ma Da Lake- swim into Ma Da Crystal Lake.
- 12:45: Enjoy BBQ lunch
- 14:00: Start trekking to Tra Ang Cave.
- 15:00: Arrive at Tra Ang Cave.
- 15:45: Swim into Tra Ang Cave to explore 600m Tra Ang Cave
- 16:30: Transfer back to your hotel in Dong Hoi. Overnight in Dong Hoi
- Our driver and tour guide pick you up at 6:00AM and transfer to Dong Hoi Train station and transfer to Hue.
- Upon arrival in Hue, you will be picked up and transferred to hotel for check-in and relaxation.
Afternoon:
- 14h00 - 14h30: Car and guide pick you up at your hotel or Hue city center, depart to visit Duong No village: No market, Duong No village communal house, Uncle Ho memorial area Duong No village...
- Continue to go to Thuan An. About 12km from Hue city center, to Thuan An Beach, turn towards Tam Giang bridge with Ru Cha mangrove forest. This is a primeval forest with an area of about 4 hectares, existing more than 100 years ago.
- 15h00: Arrive at Tam Giang wharf, visitors start to visit the largest ecosystem in Southeast Asia. Here you have a great experience with some fishing activities with the locals.
- 16h30: Enjoy dinner with seafood menu in a Chuon Lagoon restaurant, a unique oasis in the middle of the lagoon with the indispensable specialty “Bread of orcas”
- 17h30 - 18h00: Boat takes you back to the marina to return to Hue city.
- Overnight in Hue.
- Breakfast at your hotel.
- Morning 8:00 - 08:20: Car and tour guide pick you up at the hotel in the city center. Hue to Toa Kham boat station. Cruise on the Perfume River to visit Thien Mu Pagoda, an ancient temple built in the early 17th century.
- Pick up you continue to visit the Citadel (Royal Palace of 13 kings of the Nguyen Dynasty, the last feudal dynasty of Vietnam: Ngo Mon, Forbidden City, The Mieu, Hien Lam Cac, Cuu Dinh), Museum. Hue Royal Antiquities.
- Next, the group will visit An Hien garden house, an ancient garden house in Hue with many unique architectural features
- You will enjoy lunch of typical Hue dishes at the restaurant. After lunch,
- Afternoon: Continue to visit the unique architectural features from the tombs of the Nguyen Dynasty: Minh Mang Tomb, and Khai Dinh Tomb. The two mausoleums have beautiful and unique architecture with Eastern and Western styles. Continue to visit the village to make hats and incense. Here you can experience making incense, staring at hats and don't forget to leave lovely memories.
- 16h-16h30: Car and tour guide take you back to the hotel.
- Breakfast at the hotel. Our driver will come to pick you up then transfer to Hue train station for the one to Danang. Arrive in Danang then you will be picked up by our driver and tour guide. Meet our team at the meeting point for today’s schedule
- 13.30 - 14.00: We will pick you up at the rendezvous, and start visiting Linh Ung Pagoda on Son Tra Peninsula with the 67-meter statue of Guan Yin Buddha - the highest Guan Yin statue in Vietnam currently. This is the best place for you to take panorama pictures of Da Nang city and the sea together.
- 15.10: Continue to visit the Non-Nuoc Village at the foot of the Marble Mountains. The village is famous for stone sculptures and handicrafts. Here you can admire many works of art made from stone and marble by the local artists.
- Not only visiting Non-Nuoc Village but also visiting caves in Marble Mountain, you will have a chance to explore beautiful caves that are made from nature. Climbing inside caves, you will enjoy the fresh air and majestic caves.
- 16:45: Saying goodbye to Marble Mountains and the Non-Nuoc village, we will go to Hoi An ancient town. Arriving at Hoi An, we will walk around this town, visit the ancient houses, ancient assembly halls, ancestral temples, and the symbol of Hoi An, Japanese Bridge Pagoda... In Hoi An, everything is preserved as they were hundreds of years ago.
- At night time, Hoi An shows its beauty with colorful lanterns hung all around the town, and in the night market, where you can buy various kinds of souvenirs. You will have some free time to visit the night market there.
- 19.00: Enjoy local foods in Hoi An is a nice experience.
- 20.00 - 21.00: After the meal, transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Hoi An.
Breakfast at the hotel. You will have a free and easy day to explore Hoi An on your own way. Overnight in Hoi An.
- Breakfast at your hotel, check out then transfer to the airport for the flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Pick up by our driver in Saigon and transfer to the hotel.
- Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City
- Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City at 6:50 AM. Transfer to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Take the morning trip to visit Independence Palace, also known at the Reunification palace, was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu. Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office. Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of the both the Indochina wars.
- Have lunch at local restaurant.
- Depart for Cu Chi tunnel, the trip will take approximately one and a half hours bus driving. Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction followed by introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the war time. Then, spend your time to explore the remaining area and tunnel systems which included the special constructed living areas with kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purpose during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served.
- Break time for relax or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun.
- Return to Saigon.
- Breakfast at your hotel.
- 07:30: Pick up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and start the trip to Cai Be. Upon arrival in Cai Be, have a boat ride to the remaining site of a renowned wholesale floating market on the Tien River many years ago. This site entitles you to learn something about the local trading habit that has changed due to the age of modern society when more terrestrial transportation and high techniques of agriculture have dominated everywhere. There, you can realize how diverse the area is and how rich orchard gardens are, which makes it the basket of fruit in the lower part of the Mekong River.
- Ramble in small villages where you will uncover the beauty of an ancient house and learn about the indigenous culture. Make a short visit to a small family business where the locals make coconut fudges and crispy rice popcorn. Savor delicious fresh fruit and feel the slow rhythms of Southern Vietnamese folk music – a kind of music entwined with the life and culture of the Mekong Delta people. Paddle through small canals – an exciting experience since you can look around, unwind, and soak up the wonderful atmosphere of the Upper Mekong Delta. Additionally, after arrival on Tan Phong Island, immerse yourself in nature's tranquility.
- At lunch time, you not only enjoy luscious food but also get closer to the locals as it is a chance to learn how to prepare Vietnamese specialties. The meal is cooked on your own and served in the heart of the local garden.
- Cycle on the village path through orchards. Meet the local islanders to learn more about the local daily life in the Mekong Delta. Visit Ba Kiệt’s ancient house.
- Take a boat ride back to Cai Be and meet your bus for the trip to Can Tho City. Proceed to Can Tho City and overnight in Can Tho.
- Have breakfast at the hotel. You can take a leisurely boat ride to explore the picturesque tributaries of the Lower Mekong River (Bassac River), then visit Cai Rang Floating Market, the most vibrant floating market in the area.
- Walking tour of the local noodle factory. Visit Munir Ansay Pagoda - Khmer temple, famous for its unique structure. Then, move by boat to the Con Son tourist area, visit the fruit plantation, and enjoy seasonal fruits.
- Have lunch and return to Ho Chi Minh City.
- Breakfast at your hotel.
- You are transferred to the airport for your return flight to your home country with a lifetime of wonderful memories.
Price & Inclusion
| 01 January 2024 - 01 December 2024 | |
|---|---|
| Superior (3*) |
US
$1090
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| First Class (4*) |
US
$1390
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| Luxury (5*) |
US
$1990
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- *All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
- Small group tour available (max 10 guests): HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
- Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request
Inclusions
Meals
13 breakfasts, 1 brunch, 8 lunches, 2 dinnersAccommodation
12 nights at hotel, 1 night on cruiseIncluded Services
- Pick up & drop off at hotels at the places
- Accommodation based on double/twin at hotels
- 1 night on boat in Halong Bay (double/twin sharing cabin)
- Meals as described in the itineraries: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, Br = Brunch
- Welcome drink for the first meal on the boat on Halong Bay
- AC private car pick up and transfer as tour program.
- AC shuttle limousine van pick up for Halong Bay Cruise
- All entrance fees at places mentioned in the itinerary
- English-speaking tour guide for the whole trip
- Boat cruise on Halong Bay
Exclusions
- Beverages and other meals do not indicate in the program
- Visa fees to Vietnam
- Early check-in and late check-out at all hotels
- Travel Insurance
- Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, shopping...)
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation received before 60 days: FREE of charge
Cancellation received from 30 days to 59 days prior arrival date: 10% of total rate
Cancellation received from 15 days to 29 days prior arrival date: 30% of total rate
Cancellation received from 7 days to 14 days prior arrival date: 50% of total rate
Cancellation received less than 7 days prior arrival date or No show: 100% of total rate
Children Policy
Children under 04 years old: free of charge if sharing a bed with parents
Children above 04 - under 10 years old: 75% adult rate, sharing a bed with parents
Children from 10 years old and above are considered as adults
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Day 1:Hanoi Arrival
Referring to Hanoi, many people will think of the ancient features of the old town and historical sites in many feudal eras. But not stopping there, Hanoi also has the rhythm of a city that is developing day by day. Cultural beauty, combined with youthful features and rhythm, contribute to creating a colorful Hanoi, enough to attract any location. With a history of more than 1000 years, these tourist attractions will bring you many interesting experiences. Hanoi's delicious dishes will be one of the things that you cannot miss when coming to Hanoi. Because, each land has its own culinary beauty and unique flavor that creates the soul of that place. Hanoi is the same, here there are many delicious and unique dishes that create the unique beauty of Ha Thanh that cannot be confused.
Day 2:Hanoi City Tour
Hanoi - a blend between the traditional and the modern beauties - a sedate capital with rich history and the unique architecture from East to West welcomes you. Ho Chi Minh complex with the Mausoleum, Stilt House, One Pillar Pagoda, etc is one of the most important sites which will help you to learn more about history, arts and architecture. Don't miss the trip to Temple of Literature - the first university in Vietnam and you will have chance to learn more about the education and history of Vietnam. If you are interested in the rich culture of the minorities, how about visiting Museum of Ethnology. The lively exhibition, informative messages and many interesting stories of traditions and costume will give you a fascinating glimpse into many ethnic groups. Your visit will surely be an ideal choice in the holiday in Vietnam to to calm down from the hustle and bustle Hanoi.
Vietnamese Water Puppet Show is a traditional folk art which dates back several centuries. Watching the exceptional show with the puppet moving through water by the skillful puppeters will be a special way to discover the ancient art and the countryside stories in your holiday in Hanoi. The authentic Vietnamese Water Puppet Show will take you through Southeast Asia’s wet-rice culture, a good insight to farming and historical legends with colorful animated puppet and rhythmic melody from traditional instruments.
Day 3:Hanoi - Halong Bay Cruise
Stepping into Ha Long and enjoying a night on a Ha Long cruise is a must-see if you want your trip to be more meaningful. If up to now you only knew how to stick with the bed at the hotel, now try the feeling of being floating on the surface of Ha Long sea to enjoy the fresh and airy atmosphere. Guests can choose to sleep overnight on Ha Long cruise, this experience will definitely give your trip more meaning, impression, and novelty amidst the vast ocean space. Halong Cruise is like a miniature hotel full of new, sophisticated and modern experiences. The travel services here are extremely attentive, professional and attractive. Experiencing 1 night on Ha Long cruise, you will enjoy a unique and luxurious space. Especially, when you wake up in the morning, you can experience many interesting activities that the yacht brings to tourists such as tai-chi, breathing the fresh air of the sea.
Day 4:Halong - Hanoi - Dong Hoi
The railway from Hanoi station to Dong Hoi station is about 522 Kilometers. There are 4 trains including SE1, SE3, SE5 and SE7, SE19, SE23 and QB, which is for Dong Hoi only, on this route. They depart every day and take about 9,5 to 10,5 hours (From Hanoi to Dong Hoi or return). The seat types include the hard seat, the soft seat, hard berth (6 berths in a cabin) and the sort berth (4 berths in cabin) - From Soft Seat type to Soft Berth type, all carriages and cabins are air-conditioned with the comfortable seats/berths.
Day 5:Elephant Cave - Ma Da Valley Jungle Trek
Elephant Cave is a large cave with an impressive entrance that is 60 meters high and 300 meters long. The cave gets its name from the stalagmite formations inside that resemble elephants. Inside the cave, you can see various cave formations, such as stalactites, stalagmites, and columns. Ma Da Valley is a beautiful valley with a crystal-clear lake called Ma Da Lake. The lake is a popular spot for swimming, cliff jumping, and relaxing. The valley is also home to a variety of plants and animals, including monkeys, deer, and birds. If you are looking for an adventure, the Elephant Cave and Ma Da Valley jungle trek is a great option. The trek is a moderate difficulty and takes about a day to complete. The trek will take you through the jungle, past waterfalls, and to the cave and lake. You will also have the opportunity to swim in the lake and enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch.
Day 6:Dong Hoi - Hue
Tam Giang Lagoon, the largest lagoon in Southeast Asia, is located in Thua Thien Hue Province, Vietnam. Stretching 24 kilometers long and 52 square kilometers wide, the lagoon serves as a vital transportation route, a source of fish and seafood, and a popular tourist destination. Inhabited for centuries, the Tam Giang Lagoon has played a significant role in the region's history as a trade route, a source of food, and a strategic military location. The lagoon's diverse ecosystem supports over 200 species of fish, 70 species of birds, and a variety of other plants and animals, making it an important stopover for migratory birds. Tourists can enjoy boat tours, fishing, birdwatching, kayaking, and paddleboarding in the lagoon. Points of interest include Dam Chuon Lagoon, Thai Duong Ha fishing village, Ru Cha mangrove forest, and Truong Nha Ho historical site.
Day 7:Hue City Tour
It seems that every city in Vietnam can do tourism, because each place has its very own natural picture, along with unique culture and history. Hue is a typical example. This land, despite experiencing many ups and downs of time and the fluctuations of the country, still retains its ancient, gentle and dignified look.However, Hue not only has the relics of the golden age but also possesses many beautiful landscapes that harmonize between passes, clouds, rivers and mountains. Hue cuisine is a combination of the common features of Central cuisine and the distinctive features of the ancient capital.
Day 8:Hue - Danang - Hoi An
Da nang Marble Mountains is actually a group of five limestone and marble mountains. Each minor mountains has each distinctive name which follows the five ancient Chinese philosophy elements: the Water, the Metal, the Fire, the Earth and the Wood. It is a combination of many different factors from the beautiful nature to many historical structures and arts. By coming here, you can learn many new things about history as well as local belief.
Day 9:Hoi An Free Leisure
It is no exaggeration to compare Hoi An as an ancient pearl full of charm when it comes to the tourist map of Central Vietnam. Hoi An is an accompanying destination not to be missed in the journey to major cities such as Da Nang, Nha Trang, Hue. You will stay 1 night in Hoi An to enjoy the vibrant nightlife when the lanterns are lighten up. This city on the central Vietnamese coast is a well-preserved example of the important Southeast Asian trading port it was from the 15th-19th centuries. Already a common stop for backpackers, it is becoming better known to tourists. On the 14th day of each lunar month, the town trades its electric lights for traditional coloured lanterns. Sights include the Japanese Covered Bridge and the Quan Cong Temple. Let the town’s expert tailors make you some bespoke clothing.
Day 10:Hoi An - Danang - Flight to Saigon
Day 11:Saigon City - Cu Chi Tunnel
If you are around Ho Chi Minh City and wondering how to spend a day in this fascinating city, why don't get a closer look at Vietnam’s wartime by visiting the Cu Chi tunnels ? Hiding the the secrets of underground Vietnam, the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels trip will amaze you by the 250km underground network utilized as weapon store, military bunkers and base . Don't miss the chance to crawl inside the tunnels and fire several different weapons in the shooting range.
Day 12:Saigon - Cai Be - Can Tho
Can Tho is the capital of the Southwest region, also known as the land of Tay Do. This place has an interlaced network of canals, fruit orchards, rice fields and especially Can Tho people who are always friendly and hospitable. With rich soil, Can Tho has a variety of tropical fruit trees. Visitors can float on boats along the canal to see the landscape and the lifestyle of the indigenous people. The high water season is also the season of bustling floating markets on the river.
Day 13:Can Tho - Cai Rang Floating Market - Saigon
The Mekong Delta, located in southern Vietnam, is a vast labyrinth of rivers, islands, Khmer pagodas, floating markets and small villages with rice fields. Moments after arriving, you'll be immediately surrounded by the rustic beauty of the Mekong, authentic cuisine and lovely people ready to show you their world. You can even eat the freshest fruits from the tree if you visit a local orchard.
Day 14:Ho Chi Minh City Departure
- When you arrive in Hanoi, our driver will meet you and then transfer you to the hotel.
- Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi
Spend the whole day to visit the iconic spots in Hanoi
Referring to Hanoi, many people will think of the ancient features of the old town and historical sites in many feudal eras. But not stopping there, Hanoi also has the rhythm of a city that is developing day by day. Cultural beauty, combined with youthful features and rhythm, contribute to creating a colorful Hanoi, enough to attract any location. With a history of more than 1000 years, these tourist attractions will bring you many interesting experiences. Hanoi's delicious dishes will be one of the things that you cannot miss when coming to Hanoi. Because, each land has its own culinary beauty and unique flavor that creates the soul of that place. Hanoi is the same, here there are many delicious and unique dishes that create the unique beauty of Ha Thanh that cannot be confused.
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Activities:
Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh Complex, One Pillar Pagoda, Tran Quoc Pagoda, Literature Temple, Old Quarter and Dong Xuan market
- Breakfast at your hotel.
- 8.30: Visit the earliest university in Vietnam, the Temple of Literature.
- 10.00: Then head to One Pillar Pagoda and the Mausoleum of President Ho Chi Minh
- 12.00: Lunch at a traditional Vietnamese restaurant.
In the afternoon:
- 13.30: Visit the Museum of Ethnology.
- 15.00: Transfer to Tran Quoc Buddhist Pagoda by the West Lake.
- 16.00: Visit Ngoc Son Temple, Hoan Kiem Lake
In the evening:
- Free for leisure
Great time to exploring the rich history and culture of Capital Hanoi
Hanoi - a blend between the traditional and the modern beauties - a sedate capital with rich history and the unique architecture from East to West welcomes you. Ho Chi Minh complex with the Mausoleum, Stilt House, One Pillar Pagoda, etc is one of the most important sites which will help you to learn more about history, arts and architecture. Don't miss the trip to Temple of Literature - the first university in Vietnam and you will have chance to learn more about the education and history of Vietnam. If you are interested in the rich culture of the minorities, how about visiting Museum of Ethnology. The lively exhibition, informative messages and many interesting stories of traditions and costume will give you a fascinating glimpse into many ethnic groups. Your visit will surely be an ideal choice in the holiday in Vietnam to to calm down from the hustle and bustle Hanoi.
More LessWatching authentic Water Puppet Show in Hanoi
Vietnamese Water Puppet Show is a traditional folk art which dates back several centuries. Watching the exceptional show with the puppet moving through water by the skillful puppeters will be a special way to discover the ancient art and the countryside stories in your holiday in Hanoi. The authentic Vietnamese Water Puppet Show will take you through Southeast Asia’s wet-rice culture, a good insight to farming and historical legends with colorful animated puppet and rhythmic melody from traditional instruments.
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Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- 8.15 – 8.30: Pick up by mini-van at the hotel and begin our journey to Halong City. On the way, we can see the peaceful countryside, rice paddy life,..
- 11.00 AM: We arrive at the at port. Board your private boat, an authentic Chinese Junk, and start your amazing cruise through this World Heritage Site.
- 12.00 PM: Lunch is served on board, a selection of the freshest seafood.
In the afternoon:
- 13.30 – 17.00 PM: We visit "the amazing cave", followed by a swim in the tranquility of Halong Bay and its emerald water. We will cruise further into a quiet area where we will anchor and stay overnight.
- 18.00 PM: Dinner and relax as the sun sets.
- You are free to swim in the phosphorous water, retire to your cabin, or fall asleep under the stars amidst the magic of Halong on the top deck.
Enjoy the night in Ha Long Bay
Stepping into Ha Long and enjoying a night on a Ha Long cruise is a must-see if you want your trip to be more meaningful. If up to now you only knew how to stick with the bed at the hotel, now try the feeling of being floating on the surface of Ha Long sea to enjoy the fresh and airy atmosphere. Guests can choose to sleep overnight on Ha Long cruise, this experience will definitely give your trip more meaning, impression, and novelty amidst the vast ocean space. Halong Cruise is like a miniature hotel full of new, sophisticated and modern experiences. The travel services here are extremely attentive, professional and attractive. Experiencing 1 night on Ha Long cruise, you will enjoy a unique and luxurious space. Especially, when you wake up in the morning, you can experience many interesting activities that the yacht brings to tourists such as tai-chi, breathing the fresh air of the sea.
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Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Wake up early in the morning for a great sunrise and a breath of fresh ocean air.
- Breakfast served on boat then we do a leisurely cruise through thousands of seemingly never-ending islands. These are great opportunities to capture some amazing photographs.
- Brunch on boat before cruising back to the harbor.
- 10h30: Return from Halong to Hanoi by shuttle bus.
In the afternoon:
- 14h30: Arrival in Hanoi and take a train to Dong Hoi
Overnight train from Hanoi to Dong Hoi
The railway from Hanoi station to Dong Hoi station is about 522 Kilometers. There are 4 trains including SE1, SE3, SE5 and SE7, SE19, SE23 and QB, which is for Dong Hoi only, on this route. They depart every day and take about 9,5 to 10,5 hours (From Hanoi to Dong Hoi or return). The seat types include the hard seat, the soft seat, hard berth (6 berths in a cabin) and the sort berth (4 berths in cabin) - From Soft Seat type to Soft Berth type, all carriages and cabins are air-conditioned with the comfortable seats/berths.
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Meals:
Breakfast, Brunch
- Transfer:
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Activities:
Take a short hike to the impressive Elephant Cave, then a walk through Ma Da Valley to the amazingly blue waters of Crystal Ma Da Lake
- Arrive in Dong Hoi. Our driver and tour guide will pick you up for breakfast.
- 08:00: The tour guide pick you up at the meeting point
- 09:30: Depart for Elephant Cave by van
- 10:00: Arrive at the trek departure point and start trekking through the jungle to the Elephant cave
- 10:00 - 11:00: Explore the Elephant cave
- 12:00: Reach to Ma Da Lake- swim into Ma Da Crystal Lake.
- 12:45: Enjoy BBQ lunch
- 14:00: Start trekking to Tra Ang Cave.
- 15:00: Arrive at Tra Ang Cave.
- 15:45: Swim into Tra Ang Cave to explore 600m Tra Ang Cave
- 16:30: Transfer back to your hotel in Dong Hoi. Overnight in Dong Hoi
Explore Elephant Cave - Ma Da Valley Jungle Trek
Elephant Cave is a large cave with an impressive entrance that is 60 meters high and 300 meters long. The cave gets its name from the stalagmite formations inside that resemble elephants. Inside the cave, you can see various cave formations, such as stalactites, stalagmites, and columns. Ma Da Valley is a beautiful valley with a crystal-clear lake called Ma Da Lake. The lake is a popular spot for swimming, cliff jumping, and relaxing. The valley is also home to a variety of plants and animals, including monkeys, deer, and birds. If you are looking for an adventure, the Elephant Cave and Ma Da Valley jungle trek is a great option. The trek is a moderate difficulty and takes about a day to complete. The trek will take you through the jungle, past waterfalls, and to the cave and lake. You will also have the opportunity to swim in the lake and enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch.
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Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch
- Our driver and tour guide pick you up at 6:00AM and transfer to Dong Hoi Train station and transfer to Hue.
- Upon arrival in Hue, you will be picked up and transferred to hotel for check-in and relaxation.
Afternoon:
- 14h00 - 14h30: Car and guide pick you up at your hotel or Hue city center, depart to visit Duong No village: No market, Duong No village communal house, Uncle Ho memorial area Duong No village...
- Continue to go to Thuan An. About 12km from Hue city center, to Thuan An Beach, turn towards Tam Giang bridge with Ru Cha mangrove forest. This is a primeval forest with an area of about 4 hectares, existing more than 100 years ago.
- 15h00: Arrive at Tam Giang wharf, visitors start to visit the largest ecosystem in Southeast Asia. Here you have a great experience with some fishing activities with the locals.
- 16h30: Enjoy dinner with seafood menu in a Chuon Lagoon restaurant, a unique oasis in the middle of the lagoon with the indispensable specialty “Bread of orcas”
- 17h30 - 18h00: Boat takes you back to the marina to return to Hue city.
- Overnight in Hue.
Explore Pha Tam Giang
Tam Giang Lagoon, the largest lagoon in Southeast Asia, is located in Thua Thien Hue Province, Vietnam. Stretching 24 kilometers long and 52 square kilometers wide, the lagoon serves as a vital transportation route, a source of fish and seafood, and a popular tourist destination. Inhabited for centuries, the Tam Giang Lagoon has played a significant role in the region's history as a trade route, a source of food, and a strategic military location. The lagoon's diverse ecosystem supports over 200 species of fish, 70 species of birds, and a variety of other plants and animals, making it an important stopover for migratory birds. Tourists can enjoy boat tours, fishing, birdwatching, kayaking, and paddleboarding in the lagoon. Points of interest include Dam Chuon Lagoon, Thai Duong Ha fishing village, Ru Cha mangrove forest, and Truong Nha Ho historical site.
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Meals:
Breakfast
- Transfer:
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Activities:
Enjoy the romantic Perfume River, visit Hue with Thien Mu Pagoda, the Emperor Tomb of Khai Dinh as well as walk around the Ancient Citadel
- Breakfast at your hotel.
- Morning 8:00 - 08:20: Car and tour guide pick you up at the hotel in the city center. Hue to Toa Kham boat station. Cruise on the Perfume River to visit Thien Mu Pagoda, an ancient temple built in the early 17th century.
- Pick up you continue to visit the Citadel (Royal Palace of 13 kings of the Nguyen Dynasty, the last feudal dynasty of Vietnam: Ngo Mon, Forbidden City, The Mieu, Hien Lam Cac, Cuu Dinh), Museum. Hue Royal Antiquities.
- Next, the group will visit An Hien garden house, an ancient garden house in Hue with many unique architectural features
- You will enjoy lunch of typical Hue dishes at the restaurant. After lunch,
- Afternoon: Continue to visit the unique architectural features from the tombs of the Nguyen Dynasty: Minh Mang Tomb, and Khai Dinh Tomb. The two mausoleums have beautiful and unique architecture with Eastern and Western styles. Continue to visit the village to make hats and incense. Here you can experience making incense, staring at hats and don't forget to leave lovely memories.
- 16h-16h30: Car and tour guide take you back to the hotel.
Enjoy the romantic and dreamy scenery in Hue
It seems that every city in Vietnam can do tourism, because each place has its very own natural picture, along with unique culture and history. Hue is a typical example. This land, despite experiencing many ups and downs of time and the fluctuations of the country, still retains its ancient, gentle and dignified look.However, Hue not only has the relics of the golden age but also possesses many beautiful landscapes that harmonize between passes, clouds, rivers and mountains. Hue cuisine is a combination of the common features of Central cuisine and the distinctive features of the ancient capital.
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- Breakfast at the hotel. Our driver will come to pick you up then transfer to Hue train station for the one to Danang. Arrive in Danang then you will be picked up by our driver and tour guide. Meet our team at the meeting point for today’s schedule
- 13.30 - 14.00: We will pick you up at the rendezvous, and start visiting Linh Ung Pagoda on Son Tra Peninsula with the 67-meter statue of Guan Yin Buddha - the highest Guan Yin statue in Vietnam currently. This is the best place for you to take panorama pictures of Da Nang city and the sea together.
- 15.10: Continue to visit the Non-Nuoc Village at the foot of the Marble Mountains. The village is famous for stone sculptures and handicrafts. Here you can admire many works of art made from stone and marble by the local artists.
- Not only visiting Non-Nuoc Village but also visiting caves in Marble Mountain, you will have a chance to explore beautiful caves that are made from nature. Climbing inside caves, you will enjoy the fresh air and majestic caves.
- 16:45: Saying goodbye to Marble Mountains and the Non-Nuoc village, we will go to Hoi An ancient town. Arriving at Hoi An, we will walk around this town, visit the ancient houses, ancient assembly halls, ancestral temples, and the symbol of Hoi An, Japanese Bridge Pagoda... In Hoi An, everything is preserved as they were hundreds of years ago.
- At night time, Hoi An shows its beauty with colorful lanterns hung all around the town, and in the night market, where you can buy various kinds of souvenirs. You will have some free time to visit the night market there.
- 19.00: Enjoy local foods in Hoi An is a nice experience.
- 20.00 - 21.00: After the meal, transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Hoi An.
Explore Da Nang Marble Mountains
Da nang Marble Mountains is actually a group of five limestone and marble mountains. Each minor mountains has each distinctive name which follows the five ancient Chinese philosophy elements: the Water, the Metal, the Fire, the Earth and the Wood. It is a combination of many different factors from the beautiful nature to many historical structures and arts. By coming here, you can learn many new things about history as well as local belief.
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Free leisure in Hoi An
Breakfast at the hotel. You will have a free and easy day to explore Hoi An on your own way. Overnight in Hoi An.
Explore Hoi An, the ancient town with Eastern oriental classic captivation
It is no exaggeration to compare Hoi An as an ancient pearl full of charm when it comes to the tourist map of Central Vietnam. Hoi An is an accompanying destination not to be missed in the journey to major cities such as Da Nang, Nha Trang, Hue. You will stay 1 night in Hoi An to enjoy the vibrant nightlife when the lanterns are lighten up. This city on the central Vietnamese coast is a well-preserved example of the important Southeast Asian trading port it was from the 15th-19th centuries. Already a common stop for backpackers, it is becoming better known to tourists. On the 14th day of each lunar month, the town trades its electric lights for traditional coloured lanterns. Sights include the Japanese Covered Bridge and the Quan Cong Temple. Let the town’s expert tailors make you some bespoke clothing.
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- Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City at 6:50 AM. Transfer to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Take the morning trip to visit Independence Palace, also known at the Reunification palace, was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu. Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office. Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of the both the Indochina wars.
- Have lunch at local restaurant.
- Depart for Cu Chi tunnel, the trip will take approximately one and a half hours bus driving. Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction followed by introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the war time. Then, spend your time to explore the remaining area and tunnel systems which included the special constructed living areas with kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purpose during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served.
- Break time for relax or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun.
- Return to Saigon.
Unique Experience in Legendary Cu Chi tunnel
If you are around Ho Chi Minh City and wondering how to spend a day in this fascinating city, why don't get a closer look at Vietnam’s wartime by visiting the Cu Chi tunnels ? Hiding the the secrets of underground Vietnam, the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels trip will amaze you by the 250km underground network utilized as weapon store, military bunkers and base . Don't miss the chance to crawl inside the tunnels and fire several different weapons in the shooting range.
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- Breakfast at your hotel.
- 07:30: Pick up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and start the trip to Cai Be. Upon arrival in Cai Be, have a boat ride to the remaining site of a renowned wholesale floating market on the Tien River many years ago. This site entitles you to learn something about the local trading habit that has changed due to the age of modern society when more terrestrial transportation and high techniques of agriculture have dominated everywhere. There, you can realize how diverse the area is and how rich orchard gardens are, which makes it the basket of fruit in the lower part of the Mekong River.
- Ramble in small villages where you will uncover the beauty of an ancient house and learn about the indigenous culture. Make a short visit to a small family business where the locals make coconut fudges and crispy rice popcorn. Savor delicious fresh fruit and feel the slow rhythms of Southern Vietnamese folk music – a kind of music entwined with the life and culture of the Mekong Delta people. Paddle through small canals – an exciting experience since you can look around, unwind, and soak up the wonderful atmosphere of the Upper Mekong Delta. Additionally, after arrival on Tan Phong Island, immerse yourself in nature's tranquility.
- At lunch time, you not only enjoy luscious food but also get closer to the locals as it is a chance to learn how to prepare Vietnamese specialties. The meal is cooked on your own and served in the heart of the local garden.
- Cycle on the village path through orchards. Meet the local islanders to learn more about the local daily life in the Mekong Delta. Visit Ba Kiệt’s ancient house.
- Take a boat ride back to Cai Be and meet your bus for the trip to Can Tho City. Proceed to Can Tho City and overnight in Can Tho.
Can Tho - the main city of the Mekong Delta
Can Tho is the capital of the Southwest region, also known as the land of Tay Do. This place has an interlaced network of canals, fruit orchards, rice fields and especially Can Tho people who are always friendly and hospitable. With rich soil, Can Tho has a variety of tropical fruit trees. Visitors can float on boats along the canal to see the landscape and the lifestyle of the indigenous people. The high water season is also the season of bustling floating markets on the river.
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- Have breakfast at the hotel. You can take a leisurely boat ride to explore the picturesque tributaries of the Lower Mekong River (Bassac River), then visit Cai Rang Floating Market, the most vibrant floating market in the area.
- Walking tour of the local noodle factory. Visit Munir Ansay Pagoda - Khmer temple, famous for its unique structure. Then, move by boat to the Con Son tourist area, visit the fruit plantation, and enjoy seasonal fruits.
- Have lunch and return to Ho Chi Minh City.
Experience the extensive canals make for a pleasant boat ride, and the nearby floating markets offer authentic goods and exotic local fruit
The Mekong Delta, located in southern Vietnam, is a vast labyrinth of rivers, islands, Khmer pagodas, floating markets and small villages with rice fields. Moments after arriving, you'll be immediately surrounded by the rustic beauty of the Mekong, authentic cuisine and lovely people ready to show you their world. You can even eat the freshest fruits from the tree if you visit a local orchard.
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Day 1:Hanoi Arrival
Day 2:Hanoi City Tour
Day 3:Hanoi - Halong Bay Cruise
Day 4:Halong - Hanoi - Dong Hoi
Day 5:Elephant Cave - Ma Da Valley Jungle Trek
Day 6:Dong Hoi - Hue
Day 7:Hue City Tour
Day 8:Hue - Danang - Hoi An
Day 9:Hoi An Free Leisure
Day 10:Hoi An - Danang - Flight to Saigon
Day 11:Saigon City - Cu Chi Tunnel
Day 12:Saigon - Cai Be - Can Tho
Day 13:Can Tho - Cai Rang Floating Market - Saigon
Day 14:Ho Chi Minh City Departure
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