VIETNAM EXPLORIENT - 12 DAYS
This amazing private Journey boasts a spectacular combination of culture, scenic beauty plus a little seaside to bring you a truly magical experience of Vietnam.
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.
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. Transfer to your hotel for the next 2 nights' accommodation.
Day 7: Hoi An (B)
Full day at leisure to shop, relax or further explore Hoi An on your own.
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. Commence sightseeing of this ancient capital with visits to the Imperial City, Tombs of Tu Duc and Khai Dinh followed by a boat ride on the infamous Perfume River en-route to Thien Mu Pagoda and Tomb of Emperor Minh Mang.
Overnight in Hue.
Day 9: Hue - Ha Noi - Halong bay (B)
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival, be met and proceed to UNESCO Halong Bay, crossing the Red River. Halong Bay is the spectacular home of over 3000 sandstone islands, all jutting out of the emerald waters of the Tonkinese Gulf.
Overnight in Halong Bay.
Day 10: Halong Boat cruise - Hanoi (B, L)
Boarding at 07.30 and set sail to the sea. Enjoy a cruise around the World Heritage Site of Halong bay, famous with thousands of Rock formations jutting out from emerald water. Drop in Thien Cung Cave beautifully decorated by thousands of stalactites and stalagmites. Sea food lunch on boat.
Transfer back to Hanoi in the afternoon. 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 11: Ha Noi - Full day tour (B, L)
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.
Overnight in Ha Noi.
***NOTE: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed Mondays & Fridays and in October throught November.***
Day 12: Ha Noi - Departure (B)
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight home,
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 | 1861 | 1097 | 941 | 862 | 792 | 735 | 269 |
Superior | 2208 | 1276 | 1121 | 1042 | 972 | 914 | 437 |
Deluxe | 2829 | 1597 | 1441 | 1362 | 1292 | 1235 | 736 |
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INCLUDES:
- 11 nights accomodation shared in twin bed/ double bed with daily breakfast
- A/C transportation
- English or French speaking guide.
- Meals (L, D) as indicated in the itinerary
- Entrance fees.
- Private nice boat in Halong Bay & Mekong Delta.
- Joining boat in Nha Trang.
- Domestic flight with all taxes (HCMC - Nha Trang; Nha Trang - Da Nang & Hue - Ha Noi) on Vietnam Airline.
- Services charges and government taxes
EXCLUDES:
- International flight
- Insurance
- Meals and beverage
