The most prominent feature of the Vietnamese culture is that it was not assimilated by foreign cultures thanks to the strong local cultural foundations. On the contrary, it was able to utilize and localize those from abroad to enrich the national culture. The Vietnamese national culture emerged from a concrete living environment: a tropical country with many rivers and the confluence of great cultures. The natural conditions (temperature, humidity, monsoon, water-flows, water-rice agriculture …

Tour Information

  • Tour Code: HLVN-16
  • Length: 16D / 15N
  • From: Hanoi
  • Finish: Hochiminh

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Date Activities Meal
Day 1Transfer to Hanoi DowntownNone
Day 2Visit to Bao Tang LichB, L
Day 3Visit some of the largest rock formations and caves.B, L, D
Day 4Cruises back to the jetty while brunch is served while you are cruising through the bayB, L
Day 5Visit the Imperial CityB, L
Day 6Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda on the bank of the Perfume RiverB, L
Day 7Transfer to Hoi An Ancient Town.B, L
Day 8Visit a temple with partially gilded statues in the centerB, L
Day 9Drive to My SonB, L
Day 10Take flight to Nha Trang Beach City – one of the most beautiful Beaches in over the WorldB
Day 11Visit Tri Nguyen Aquarium on Mieu IslandB, L
Day 12Relax on the white sand beach and admire the unspoiled mountain and sea views.B
Day 13Enjoy your time on the one of the most beautiful beaches on the World!B
Day 14Visit the War Remnants MuseumB, L
Day 15Visit the Vinh Trang PagodaB, L
Day 16Extend some day to Siem ReapB
Day 1
Transport
Meals:None
Transfer to Hanoi Downtown

Detailed Itinerary: Today you’ll land in Hanoi. Warmly welcome by Tour Guide & Car Driver at airport then transfer to Hanoi Downtown, a city of lakes, shaded boulevards, public parks, and the capital of Vietnam. Check into your hotel. Stay overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2
Transport
Meals:B, L
Visit to Bao Tang Lich

Detailed Itinerary: Hanoi, a city of lakes, shaded boulevards and public parks, is the capital of Vietnam. It is a very attractive city with French-style architecture. You have a full day of sightseeing ahead, including a visit to One Pillar Pagoda, which was built by Ly Thai Tong and the Temple of Literature, founded by Emperor Ly Thanh Tong. Stop in the heart of Hanoi at Hoan Kiem Lake, which contains an islet with a tiny Tortoise Pagoda. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Opera House and St. Joseph Cathedral. Conclude with a visit to Bao Tang Lich, once the museum of l’Ecole Francaise d’Extreme Orient, which includes artifacts from Vietnam’s turbulent history. Water Puppet Show, Cyclo visiting Old Quarter. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 3
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Visit some of the largest rock formations and caves.

Detailed Itinerary: Early this morning, we’ll drive from Hanoi to one of the most magnificent scenic environments in the world, Halong Bay. Covering 577 square miles, this vast bay is filled with more than 3,000 limestone “peaks” or karsts that jut from the deep blue water as far as the eye can see. We’ll spend a day and a half, including an overnight with dinner and breakfast onboard, exploring this overwhelming seascape from the decks of a traditional Vietnamese boat. Comfortable and intimate, your boat features hand-crafted wooden interiors including a dining room and pleasant air-conditioned cabins with private baths. Since we’re overnight on the water, we’ll be able to explore Ha Long Bay’s most beautiful spots with time to swim and even visit some of the largest rock formations and caves. This promises to be one of your most memorable travel experiences in Asia. Stay overnight on Boat.

Day 4
Transport
Meals:B, L
Cruises back to the jetty while brunch is served while you are cruising through the bay

Detailed Itinerary: Rising to the sound of lapping bay waters, we have time for an early morning dip followed by breakfast. Sitting on the upper deck, you can relax while taking in the breath-taking beauty of the rocky islands rising from the emerald water of the bay. After breakfast, explore Sung Sot cave, swim and relax. Cruises back to the jetty while brunch is served while you are cruising through the bay, along the way seeing more of the fascinating formations. Cruise check-out. Cruise check-out. Rejoin car drive to airport directly. Arrive Noi Bai Airport (Hanoi) at 3:00pm. Catching flight to Hue City. Arrive Hue City, transfer to hotel for check in. Overnight in Hue.

Day 5
Transport
Meals:B, L
Visit the Imperial City

Detailed Itinerary: Spend full day to visit Hue City, Vietnam’s political capital from 1802 to 1945 under the 13 emperors of the Nguyen Dynasty. Traditionally, the city has been one of Vietnam’s cultural, religious and educational centers. Visit the Imperial City, which is located in the Citadel. Modeled after the Forbidden City in Beijing, the Imperial City was built in the early 19th century. Explore the Thai Hoa Palace, with its spacious hall and ornate roof of huge timbers supported by 80 carved and lacquered columns. See the Halls of the Mandarins, the Nine Dynastic Urns and the site where the Forbidden Purple City once stood. Overnight in Hue City.

Day 6
Transport
Meals:B, L
Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda on the bank of the Perfume River

Detailed Itinerary: Just outside Hue, visit the Thien Mu Pagoda on the bank of the Perfume River, which was a hotbed of anti-government protest during the early 1960s. Next, visit the complex of the Tomb of Emperor Minh Mang, built in 1840, which is known for its magnificent architecture and elaborate decorations and is considered one of Hue’s most beautiful pagodas. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit Tu Duc Tomb, which was built for meditation, reading and theater performances in a tranquil setting of forested hills and lakes. Your final stop is at Khai Dinh, the last monument of the Nguyen dynasty. It has a remarkably long staircase flanked by dragons, ceiling murals and ceramic frescoes. Return to your hotel on the riverbank where your Art Deco inspired rooms are reminiscent of the 1920s and 1950s. Overnight in Hue City.

Day 7
Transport
Meals:B, L
Transfer to Hoi An Ancient Town.

Detailed Itinerary: Today, journey south past the Hai Van Pass and Land Co, over a spur of the Truong Son Mountain Range that juts into the South China Sea, with spectacular views along the way. Upon arrival in Danang, visit the Cham Museum, which features a fine collection of openair sandstone carvings. Stop at China Beach, made famous in the American TV series of the same name. It stretches for many miles north and south of the Marble Mountains. The Marble Mountains surrounding the area are five stone hillocks – once islands made of marble – and each is said to represent one of the five elements of the universe. There are many natural caves in which Buddhist sanctuaries have been built over the centuries. Transfer to Hoi An Ancient Town. Check in hotel & overnight in Hoi An.

Day 8
Transport
Meals:B, L
Visit a temple with partially gilded statues in the center

Detailed Itinerary: Enjoy a full-day excursion to Hoi An, a major trading center, once known as “Faifo” to the earliest Western traders. It was also an important port for the Dutch, Portuguese, Italian, Chinese, Japanese and other merchant vessels from the Far East. Visit a temple with partially gilded statues in the center, a pagoda dedicated to sailors and fishermen and a chapel with origins in the 1700s that reflects the influences of Chinese and Japanese styles. Stop at the Sa Huynh Museum, located near the Japanese Covered Bridge, which contains exhibitions from the earliest period of Hoi An’s history. Late this afternoon, take a boat trip on the Thun Bon River to Kim Bing Village on Cam Kim Island to see the wood workers and shipbuilding families. Return to your haven on world-famous “China Beach,” with the evening at your leisure. Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 9
Transport
Meals:B, L
Drive to My Son

Detailed Itinerary: Leave hotel at 8:00am. Drive to My Son, a World Heritage, 50 km southwest of Hoi An. Located in a lush valley, My Son was a capital and religious center of Cham people, now remaining with red brick towers and sanctuaries. My Son, considered to be in the same league as some of Southeast Asia’s greatest archaeological sites, including Angkor in Cambodia, Bagan in Myanmar, Ayutthaya in Thailand and Borobudur in Indonesia. These towers and sanctuaries was built from the 7 to 13 centuries. Return to Town for lunch. In afternoon, free go shopping in Hoi An Town. Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 10
Transport
Meals:B
Take flight to Nha Trang Beach City – one of the most beautiful Beaches in over the World

Detailed Itinerary: Free for leisure in the morning until transfer to Danang Airport to take flight to Nha Trang Beach City – one of the most beautiful Beaches in over the World. Pick up & transfer to hotel. Check in & overnight in Nha Trang City.

Day 11
Transport
Meals:B, L
Visit Tri Nguyen Aquarium on Mieu Island

Detailed Itinerary: In the morning you will transfer to Cau Da port for a cruise on the Nha Trang Bay to visit Tri Nguyen Aquarium on Mieu Island to enjoy hundreds of nice and precious marine creatures then continue the trip to Mun Island -the best island for snorkeling with lots of lives colorful corals and fish. Taking a fresh lunch at the Con Se Tre island and relax. Back to hotel. Overnight in Nha Trang.

Day 12
Transport
Meals:B
Relax on the white sand beach and admire the unspoiled mountain and sea views.

Detailed Itinerary: Today is a free day at leisure in Nha Trang for relaxing and unwinding at the resort overlooking beautiful Bay. Snorkel or dive among the coral reefs in crystal blue waters, hike nature trails, cool off in your private plunge pool, indulge in spa treatments or just relax on the white sand beach and admire the unspoiled mountain and sea views. Overnight in Nha Trang.

Day 13
Transport
Meals:B
Enjoy your time on the one of the most beautiful beaches on the World!

Detailed Itinerary: Enjoy your time on the one of the most beautiful beaches on the World! Overnight in Nha Trang.

Day 14
Transport
Meals:B, L
Visit the War Remnants Museum

Detailed Itinerary: Leave Nha Trang City in the morning. Fly to Ho Chi Minh City, Saigon, the largest Vietnamese city. There are street markets, sidewalk cafes and sleek new bars. This teeming metropolis offers 300 years of timeless traditions and the beauty of an ancient culture. To the west of the city is the huge Chinese neighborhood called Colon, which means “Big Market.” Notre Dame Cathedral, in the heart of Saigon’s government quarter, is of neo- Romanesque architecture with two high square tower and iron spires. The Central Post Office is French-style and City Hall, known as “Hotel de Ville,” is typical of the French architecture that would be seen in any village in France. Visit the War Remnants Museum, featuring collections of weapons and photographs from the two Indochina wars. Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 15
Transport
Meals:B, L
Visit the Vinh Trang Pagoda

Detailed Itinerary: Today takes you to My Tho, the capital of Tien Giang Province. Situated on the Mekong River, 75 kilometers southeast of Ho Chi Minh City, the city is surrounded by orchards and rice fields, which produce grain for the entire country. Visit one or two of the islands that produce traditional handcrafts, coconut candy and bee farms. Visit the Vinh Trang Pagoda, the oldest one in the delta on your boat trip on the Mekong River. Return to Ho Chi Minh City. Check in hotel & stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 16
Transport
Meals:B
Extend some day to Siem Reap

Detailed Itinerary: You have the morning free to relax before your return flight home. Finish unforgettable Vietnam trip with Vietnam Tour Advisor or you can extend some day to Siem Reap (Cambodia), Mui Ne (Phan Thiet) or Phu Quoc Island. Good bye & see you in the next time!

Number in Group Price per person in US$ - From 01 Oct 2011 to 30 Apr 2012
1 2-3 4-6 7-10 11-15 Single Supplement
Mid-range (3*) 2,590 1,556 1,304 1,205 1,140 465
Superior (4*) 3,320 1,933 1,685 1,588 1,523 825
Deluxe 5* 4,403 2,476 1,227 2,130 2,066 1,365
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Number in Group Price per person in US$ - From 01 May 2011 to 30 Sept 2011
1 2-3 4-6 7-10 11-15 Single Supplement
Mid-range (3*) 2,460 1,480 1,228 1,129 1,064 410
Superior (4*) 3,086 1,806 1,558 1,460 1,396 720
Deluxe 5* 4,150 2,346 2,098 2,000 1,937 1,242
Premium (5+*) Request!
Hotels Mid-range (3+*) Superior (4*) Deluxe (5*) Premium (5+*)
Hanoi hotels Tirant hotel, Medallion or similar Sunway, Folower Garden or similar Sofitel Plaza, Intercontinental, Horison, Sofitel Metropole
Sapa hotels Bamboo hotel,Holiday Sapa,or similar Chau Long Hotel or similar Victoria Sapa Victoria Sapa
Quang Binh Hotels Sun Spa Resort or similar Sun Spa Resort or similar Sun Spa Resort Sun Spa Resort
Hue hotels Asia Hotel, New Star, Hue Queen or similar Saigon Morin, Novotel, Park View or similar Imperial hotel or similar La Residence
Hoian hotels Glory Hotel, Lotus hotel or similar Hoian trail, Hoi An Beach, Hoian Hotel or similar Life Resort, Golden Sand or similar The Nam Hai Rosort
Nha trang Hotels The Light,Sea and Sund hotel or similar Yasaka hotel, Novotel hotel, or similar Sunrise Beach, Vinpearl Resort Ana Mandara
Saigon Hotels Sapphia hotel, Northern Hotel Saigon inn,  Elios or similar Liberty Central, Duxton, Saigon Palace, Grand Hotel or similar Caravelle, Renaissace Riverside or similar Park Hyatt Saigon, Sheraton Hotel
Can Tho hotels Kim Tho hotel or similar Golf Can Tho Victoria Can Tho Victoria Can Tho
Halong Cruise Glory cruise, Phoenix Cruise or similar Glory cruise Paloma Cruise, White dolphin cruise or similar Paradise Cruise , Indochina Sails or similar Violet Cruise, Paraidse Peak cruise

Trip Included

  • 14 nights hotel accommodation on a twin-share basic with daily breakfast
  • 1 night stay overnight on Board in Halong Bay in twin-share cabin.
  • Internal flight tickets: Hanoi – Hue, Danang – Nha Trang, Nha Trang – Ho Chi Minh City (economy class) Vietnam Airlines including fuel charge & Airport taxes..
  • Meals as mentioned in the itineraries: Vietnamese food, Asian Food basic.
  • Meals specified in tour program .B - Breakfast ,L - Lunch ,D - Dinner
  • All landed transfers within the tour by air-conditioned vehicle, including pick-up and drop-off at airports on arrival and departure days
  • English Speaking Tour guide. Other languages on request
  • Boat trips in the Mekong Delta, Hue & Hoi An
  • All entrance and sightseeing fees
  • Water Puppet Show & Cyclo Tour in Hanoi Old Quarter.
  • Approval letter for landing visa to Vietnam: single entry, one month valid
  • All taxes & services charge.

Trip Excluded

  • International airfare and airport taxes in Vietnam
  • Beverages and other meals do not indicate in the program
  • Visa fees to Vietnam
  • Early check-in and late check-out at all hotels
  • Kayak, Massage onboard
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, shopping…)
  • Tipping/ Gratuities
  • Single supplement
  • Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities (typhoon, floods),
  • flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations,
  • any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes etc.
  • Prices are per person (US$), based on double occupancy
  • Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed on Mondays & Fridays from Mid-September to Mid-November.
  • Price excludes Personal expenses, gratuities to guides and drivers
  • Vietnam & Foreign departure taxes, fees and fuel surcharges are not included (subject to change).
  • Holiday surcharges and/or compulsory gala dinners apply between Dec. 23 - Jan. 02 and during period of Lunar New Year.
  • Vietnam visa required. Not included in package and can be arranged in two days.
  • Prices subject to change without notice

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