VIETNAM OVERLAND - 15 DAYS
Among the most spectacular trips to Vietnam. The tour takes you from south of Vietnam to the north across the length of the country as you visit all the major destinations, monuments, historical sites and nature sites. Among the destination we visit include Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi tunnels, Mekong delta floating market, Nha Trang beach, Da nang city, Hoi An - world heritage, Hue ancient capital, Ninh Binh - first capital of Vietnam, Halong Bay - nature world heritage and Hanoi Capital. These are the destinations that matter when it comes to Vietnam as they not only include the elements of classic tour but also nature tour, life style tour, beach holiday and river cruise.
Day 1: Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City (D)
Warmly welcome on arrival at HCMC's Tan Son Nhat International airport by our guide and transferred to your hotel. At leisure. At leisure. Welcome dinner at a chic restaurant
Overnight in Saigon.
Day 2: Saigon - Cu Chi Tunnel (B, L)
Today's tour showcases Saigon's biggest attractions. In the morning the Cu Chi tunnels, Cu Chi was an important base during the American War, because of its strategic location. The Vietcong built a 200km long network of tunnels connecting command posts, hospitals, shelter and weapon factories. Dug out of hard laterite by hand tools without the use of cement, this amazing network was never discovered by the enemy. A video of the tunnels is also shown.
In the afternoon, enjoy a city tour of Saigon - the largest of Vietnamese cities, with the hustle and bustle of Vietnamese life visible everywhere. There are street markets sidewalk cafes and sleek new bars. The city churns and bubbles, yet within this teeming metropolis are 300 years of timeless traditions and the beauty of an ancient culture. To the west of the city is District 5, the huge Chinese neighborhood called Cholon, which means "Big Market" but known as China Town. The wholesale market of Saigon, and the surrounding streets make up one of city's liveliest areas. Everything commonly eaten, worn or used by the average resident of Saigon is available here. The ornate Post Office, Opera House and Notre Dame Cathedral, built between 1877 and 1883, is set in the heart of Saigon's Government Quarter. It has a neo-Romanesque form and two high square towers, tipped with iron spires. In front of the cathedral is a suttee of the Virgin Mary.
Overnight in Saigon.
Day 3: Saigon - My Tho (Mekong Delta) - Saigon (B, L)
After breakfast, we set out on an excursion to My Tho in the Mekong Delta. Enjoy a 2-hours scenic drive passing paddy fields and river tributaries. On arrival, board our private motorized boat for a river cruise on the upper part of the Mekong River and taste of the agricultural life of the mighty Mekong River, Take a leisurely boat ride through the Bao Dinh natural canal which is bordered by rows of traditional stilt houses and fruit plantations. Visit the My Tho wholesale fruit market. Proceed to Tortoise island. Lunch served in the heart of the orchard. Enjoy a boat ride through the Tan Thach natural canal in Ben Tre, cruising under the shadows of the water coconut trees. Visit a family business which epitomizes the idyllic rural lifestyle. After trekking through the fruit plantation on Thoi Son island, enjoy a rowing boat ride along the creeks before returning to My Tho by motor boat. Drive back to Saigon and transfer to your hotel.
Overnight in Saigon.
Day 4: Ho Chi Minh City - Nha Trang (B, D)
Fly to Nha Trang . Upon arrival, be met and transferred to check in. Afternoon, our guide come to meet you at your hotel to Thap Ba Hot Spring center via beach side road. Relax and gain your health in Mud bathing and Mineral Spring swimming. Enjoying meal and beer at local restaurant.
Overnight in Nha Trang.
Day 5 : Nha Trang (B, L)
We embark on a boat for a cruise on Nha Trang Bay , which is one of the most beautiful bays of the world. Our first stop is at the Tri Nguyen Aquarium. We then head out to Hon Mun Island where we have the chance for some swimming, snorkeling and kayaking. Our next destination is Hon Tam Island where we can relax on the sandy beach. Lunch, visit some fishing villages before boarding on our boat back to harbor and transfer to our hotel.
Overnight in Nha Trang.
Day 6: Nha Trang - Da Nang - Hoi An (B, L)
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Danang. Upon arrival proceed to UNESCO Hoi An. En-route, visit China Beach and Marble Mountains (time permitting). Enjoy a tour of Hoi An's Old Town by Cyclo (rickshaw), visiting the Japanese Covered Bridge and colorful market.
Day 07: Hoi An - My Son
A journey of discovery to the Cham Temple Complex of My Son, 40 Km. west of Hoi An and up into the Que Son Mountain Range. An opportunity to learn the history of a culture, which has virtually disappeared from Vietnam - the Champa People once ruled, and My Son still stands as a reminder of how far northward their influence flourished. Return to Hoi An for ample beach or relaxation time.
Day 8: Hoi An - Hue (B)
This morning, journey north by car for Hue along steep mountainous roads with spectacular views of the coastline, crossing the dramatic HAI VAN PASS, the high dividing line between the climate zones of north and south Vietnam, before arriving in Hue. Arriving in Hue, we’ll tour the ancient Citadel, the Royal Purple Forbidden City and the various complexes of palaces and temples. Also included in a leisurely boat-trip to Thien Mu Pagoda.
Overnight in Hue.
Day 9: Hue - Ha Noi (B)
Enjoy a morning visit to the mausoleum of King Tu Duc, a replica of the King's Palace, but built especially for his next incarnation. In the evening, enjoy a tour of Hanoi's Old Quarters by Cyclo, famous for its "36 streets" named after the respective crafts or merchandise sold there.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 10: Ha Noi - Lao Cai - Sapa (B, D)
Today, tour the city of Hanoi with visits to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, his House on Stilt where he lived and ruled the country, One Pillar pagoda, Temple of Literature - the first university in Vietnam. Enjoy a lunch at a Vietnamese restaurant. Afternoon, visit Ngoc Son Temple and Enjoy a performance of the famous Water Puppets. Transfer to the railway station for your train departing 10pm to Lao Cai on the Chinese border. Overnight on train (4persons per cabin of 4berths).
***NOTE: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed Mondays & Fridays and in October through November.***
Day 11: Lao Cai - Sapa - Cat Cat & Ta Phin Village (B)
Arrive at Lao Cai Train station at about 6.30, welcome by our local guide and take a ride to Sapa. Have breakfast and relax before exploring Sapa Town. In the afternoon, take a 2km trek to Cat Cat Village, home of H'mong Ethnics. Meet & talk with locals to learn more about their daily life. Then continue the ride to Ta phin village (12km from Sapa) home to the Red Dzao minority. Visit Ta Phin Cave, Ta Phin handicraft shops and explore the daily life of Red Dzao. Here you have good choice to buy woven and textile brocades, which are hand made by ethnic people. Visit a small hamlet of Black H'mong people here too.
Overnight in Sapa
Day 12: Sapa - Lao Chai - Ta Van Village (B, L)
Breakfast at hotel and check out at around 9:00-10:00am. You'll use a private car to visit Lao Chai village of Black H'mong people. Then trek a little to visit Ta Van village of Dzay ethnic people. Drive back to Sa Pa for lunch at your own arrangement.
Day 13: Sapa - Lao Cai - Ha Noi (B, L, D)
After breakfast, we check out hotel and will visit one of the colorful tribal markets near Sapa. The schedule is as follow:
Tuesday: Coc Ly Market
Wednesday: Cao Son Market
Saturday: Can Cau Market
Sunday: Muong Hum or Bac Ha Market
Dinner at Lao Cai. Have a train trip back to Hanoi.
Overnight on an AC 4 berth soft sleeper train.
Day 14: Hanoi - Halong (B, L, D)
We arrive early in Hanoi and have enough time to visit the remarkable Flower Market at Quang Ba District before breakfast.. Leaving Hanoi by road for Halong Bay, we transfer around 3.5 hours to Halong City. Arriving by noon at the quayside, we board on Junk to begin a cruise through the spectacular Halong Bay, stopping along the way to explore the limstone caves or just lazing about on the deck of our boat. Listed as a Unesco World Heritage site, Halong bay is one of Vietnam's most spectacular natural wonder. The tiny limestone islands are dotted with many beaches and grottoes created by the wind and the waves that provinde an excellent backdrop for swimming. Lunch and dinner served on board.
Day 15: Ha Long Bay - Ha Noi - Departure (B)
Enjoy breakfast and continue your exploration of Halong Bay. At 11:00 am, disembark the junk and transfer back to Noi Bai Airport and check in for your flight.
TOUR PRICE:
Valid now to 31 Oct 2010 |
Size of Group | Quotation based on per person in US ($) in the group of | Single Supplement |
1 pax | 2 pax | 3 - 4 pax | 5 - 6 pax | 7 - 9 pax | 10 - 14 pax |
Standard | 2351 | 1414 | 1207 | 1105 | 1019 | 941 | 282 |
Superior | 2766 | 1625 | 1417 | 1316 | 1229 | 1152 | 487 |
Deluxe | 3502 | 2001 | 1794 | 1692 | 1606 | 1528 | 846 |
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INCLUDES:
- 12 nights accomodation shared in twin bed/ double bed with daily breakfast & 01 night on board with private cabin ( Joining Board)
- English or French speaking guide.
- Meals (L, D) as indicated in the itinerary
- Entrance fees.
- Private nice boat in Hue, Mekong Delta.
- Joining boat in Nha Trang
- Round trip train tickets Ha Noi – Lao Cai – Ha Noi: Soft sleeper in joined cabin 4 berths with A/C
- Domestic flight with all taxes (Ha Noi - Hue; Da Nang - Ho Chi Minh City) on Vietnam Airline.
- Services charges and government taxes
EXCLUDES:
- International flight
- Insurance
- Meals and beverage
