GLANCE OF VIETNAM
Hanoi – Halong – Mekong Delta – Ho Chi Minh City
(7D/6N)
Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi (–,–,–)
Your tour guide will greet and pick you up at Noi Bai airport in Hanoi. Located on the banks of the Red River, Vietnam’s capital is a stylish and gracious city that retains a unique old world charm and has some of Asia‘s most striking colonial architecture. Transfer to your hotel for check-in. Stay overnight in Hanoi.
Regular check-in time for all hotels is 2.00pm. Early check-in is subject to availability.
Day 2: Hanoi full day tour (B,L,–)
Hanoi is one of the oldest and most charming cities in Asia, and apart from its traditional Vietnamese architecture, there is a French quarter with grand French colonial villas and broad boulevards lined with sandalwood trees and coffee houses. The tour includes highlights such as Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum (closed on Fridays & Mondays), the Ho Chi Minh’s House, One-Pillared Pagoda, Quan Thanh Temple, the History Museum (closed on Mondays), Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple, the Temple of Literature and a downtown pedicab ride (1 hour) round the old quarters with a stop at a newly-restored traditional long house. Evening to enjoy Water puppet show. Stay overnight in Hanoi.
Day 3: Excursion to Halong Bay (B,L,-)
Enjoy a day excursion to Halong, 170km from Hanoi. Board a private boat for a cruise in Halong Bay (4 hours), a world heritage site recognized by UNESCO in 1994. Visit some magical grottoes, marvel at odd-shaped islands and relax in the best scenic beauty of Vietnam. Lunch of fresh seafood is served on board. Return to Hanoi with stop-over at ceramic and hand embroidery workshops en route. Stay overnight in Hanoi.
Day 4: Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City (B,-,-)
Spend the morning relaxing or browsing in the shopping streets of the old quarters. In the afternoon, transfer to Noi Bai Airport for a short flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Pick up and transfer for sightseeing tour in Ho Chi Minh City, formerly called Saigon, features the Reunification Palace (the former Presidential Palace), Notre Dame Cathedral and the Colonial Post Office, Ben Thanh Market. Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 5: Ho Chi Minh City (B,L,-)
In the morning, have an excursion to Cu Chi, 70km north of Saigon, famed for its 200-kilometre-long tunnels. Crawl down a tunnel to feel the underground life. In the afternoon, transfer back to Ho Chi Minh and visit to the bustling Chinese district of Cholon, and a visit to Thien Hau pagoda, dedicated to the Goddess of the Sea at the end of the 18th century. Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 6: Excursion to Mekong Delta (B,L,-)
Enjoy a full-day excursion to Ben Tre, 85km south of Saigon, a peaceful town on the bank of the Mekong River. The tour comprises a cruise on the Mekong River, a visit to orchards and local homes, a sampan ride on palm-shaded creeks, a taste of seasonal fruit & honey tea. Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 7: Departure Ho Chi Minh City (B,–,–)
Spend last minutes shopping (ceramics, silver-carvings, silk, etc.) before check-out. Transfer to the airport for departure flight.
Regular check-out time for all hotels is 12.00pm. Late check out is subject to availability.
Please note that this proposed itinerary is subject to availability. We will only proceed with all reservations upon receiving your written confirmation.
Tour costs are depending on the size of group & the specify date to travel.
TOUR COSTS TO INCLUDE:
1) Accommodation on twin-share basis: (Except the land cost for 1 pax is for Single Use)
OPTION A (3* accommodation) :
Hanoi (3 nights): ROH room / La Dolce Vita Hotel (3) (or equivalent)
HCMC (3 nights): Deluxe room / GK Central Hotel (3) (or equivalent)
OPTION B (4* accommodation) :
Hanoi (3 nights): Superior room / Sunway Hotel (4*) (or equivalent)
HCMC (3 nights): Deluxe room / Palace Hotel (4*) (or equivalent)
2) Meal Plan (Food only):
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Day 2: B, L, —
Day 3: B, L, —
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Day 5: B, L, —
Day 6: B, L, —
Day 7: B, –, —
(B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner)
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Day 2: B, L, —
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Day 5: B, L, —
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(B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner)
TOUR COSTS EXCLUDING:
-Visa fee to Vietnam
-Meals: Any meals that are not mentioned in the itinerary
-Baggage: Any excess baggage charges
-Travel insurance
-International air tickets
-Personal expenses: Expenses of a purely personal nature such as mini-bar, laundry, telephone/fax of cable charges
-Gratuities: To local guides and drivers throughout the trip.