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Ho
Chi Minh, Tay Ninh, Cu Chi Tunnel,
Mekong Delta, Da Lat, Nha Trang,
Hoian, Hue, Halong, Hoa Lu , Tam Coc
DAY 1: ARRIVAL - HO CHI MINH
On arrival at Tan San Nhat Airport, you are met and
transferred to hotel. Ho Chi Minh City,
still called Saigon by many locals, is a
center of commerce, finance, culture and
tourism in Vietnam. This bustling
metropolis, contradiction of its
northern counterpart, is crowded with
bikes and motorbikes, excited by
numerous shopping area and sidewalk
cafés. ( If time permits) we stroll
around the down town to explore the
different local ways of life. O/N in Ho
Chi Minh.
DAY 2 : HO CHI CMINH - CU CHI TUNNELS -
HO CHI CMINH
The sightseeing tour of
Ho Chi Minh City begins with a visit to
the Reunification Palace which was the
former residence of the President of
South Vietnam until end of April 1975.
Close to the palace are some striking
French colonial structures including the
Notre Dame Cathedral and the Old Sai Gon
Post Office. After seeing the Jade
Emperor Pagoda and the War Remnant
Museum, we continue our trip on to the
bustling Ben Thanh Market where anything
and everything is for sale. We drive out
to explore the Cu Chi Tunnels, an
incredible underground network
constructed by Vietnamese fighters
during the long struggle for
independence. The tunnels contained
hospitals, plus accommodation and
schools, and were used as a military
base for the Vietcong in the American
war. O/N in Ho Chi Minh. (B)
DAY 3 : HO CHI MINH -
MEKONG DELTA - HO CHI MINH
Heading out of the town, we travel by roads to the Mekong
Delta, Vietnam's
largest rice bowl. On arrival in My Tho
we embark on a boat navigating around
the intricate small canals in the delta
region, which is a great way to observe
the local lifestyle close-up and catch a
view dotted by many islands. The
exciting excursion will pass the lush
green vegetation before arriving at the
famous Unicorn Island. Here we have
opportunities to stroll around an
orchard, taste many seasonal fruits and
enjoy wonderful traditional music. The
next stop of our trip is Ben Tre Province
to visit some fascinating local
industries. After feasting on a huge
lunch we return to Ho Chi Minh, stopping
off along the way to see the beautiful
Ving Trang Pagoda and the Cho Lon,
Saigon’s Chinatown, which is crammed
with sacred temples and mysterious,
narrow lanes. O/N in Ho Chi Minh. (B,L)
DAY 4: HO CHI MINH - DALAT
The northbound journey begins as we depart Ho Chi Minh and
pass through the many tea and coffee
plantations to the hill station of Da
Lat, sometimes known as the " City of
Eternal Spring". The drive is long but
views are fantastic. On arrival we can
soak up the cool climate as much as we
want by spending our time to wander
around and catch our first glimpse of
the town. The influence of the French is
prevalent since Da Lat was founded as a
hill retreat for the colonials to escape
the oppressive heat of the coastal
plains and the Mekong Delta. This
charming town is set around a lake and
surrounded by forests, waterfalls and
rolling countryside. O/N in Da Lat. (B)
DAY 5: DALAT - NHA TRANG
After breakfast, we embark on a short drive past the charming
pine hill to visit the summer residence
of Vietnam’s
last Emperor Bao Dai, who was forced to
abdicate in 1945, shortly after the end
of the World War II. We follow this with
a trip to the Lam Ty Ni Pagoda and the
Hang Nga Guesthouse , well known as the
Crazy House because of its bizarre
architecture. The central market and the
old rail station are also visited this
morning before we travel by roads
through the undulating terrains to the
picturesque coastal town of Nha Trang. Along the way we make stopover at the scenic
Ngoan Muc Pass and the Po Klong Jarai
Cham Towers. These amazing structures
represent an interesting culture and a
colorful history of the Cham people. O/N
in Nha Trang. (B)
DAY 6: NHA TRANG
The fabulous sunny weather, turquoise water surrounding a
string of islands and white sandy beach
stretching the whole length of the city
make Nha Trang one of Vietnam's premier
beach resorts. After breakfast we board
a boat for a day trip around the coastal
islands, stopping on the way at a local
fishing village to observe the island
life. Today we also have lots of time on
the blue clear water enjoying swimming
and snorkeling or lazing on a beach. A
seafood lunch is some enjoyment of the
trip. We arrive back in town late
afternoon and spend our time to catch
up on some shopping areas or simply to
relax. O/N in Nha Trang. (B,L)
DAY 7: NHA TRANG FLIGHT TO DANANG -
HOIAN ANCIEINT TOWN ( BY FLIGHT)
After breakfast you check out hotel for
transfer to Airport for flight to Da
Nang by
VN 234 at 9h50 AM and
then continues to Hoi An, before to Hoi
an you stop over in Danang city, which
was originally a Cham seaport but has
been influenced down the centuries by a
myriad of traders from various cultures.
We make our way past the beautiful
mountainous region towards the central
coast. A part of the pleasure of
traveling in this region is the simple
joy of seeing the rice fields and the
smiling faces of the people. On arrival
in Hoian we wander around to catch our
first glimpse of this delightful town.
Here are plenty to see, some of which
are the famous Japanese Covered
Bridges, the Pottery Museum, the 200
years old Tam ky House, the Chua Ong
Pagoda and the vibrant market. O/N in
Hoi An (B)
DAY 8: HOIAN – HUE
An interesting walk around the old
quarter streets will acquaint us with
Hoian's some major landmarks. We then
depart for Hue,
stopping en route to visit the
sensational Marble
Mountains, the China Beach and the Cham
Museum. This structure is home to Vietnam's
largest collection of Cham treasures.
The winding roads begin as we make our
way up the spectacular Hai Van Pass. At
the top of the pass we stop to admire a
fantastic view north to Lang Co and
Northern of Danang. After checking
hotel in Hue
we explore the massive citadel,
containing the Imperial City and the
Purple Forbidden City. This royal
residence was all but destroyed during
the 1968 Tet. Offensive; however it is
still fascinating to stroll among the
ruins. O/N in Hue. (B)
Transportation in private air-conditioned
vehicle with driver + Meal as mentioned: B =
breakfast, L = Lunch, D = dinner +
Accommodation: twin sharing room at the
below mentioned hotel or similar one +
English or French speaking guide + Entrance
fee to indicated sights + Boat trip in Hue +
Mekong River + Boat trip in Halong, + Sampan
Boat row in Tam Coc + Domestic Air ticket
from Nha Trang to Danang; Hue to Hanoi
Tour
cost does not include:
Other meals, tip, drinks, airport tax,
single room supplement, personal
expenses, travel insurance, visa, flight
in/ out Vietnam, any optional additional
tours or activities during free time
