Vietnam

Discover the world of paddie rice field, beach escapes and mountains

With its rich culture and natural beauty, Vietnam has become a preferred tourist destination .Vietnam has it all – stunning landscapes, busy cities and amazing food! A major perk is that the white sand beaches and emerald paddy fields offer beautiful backdrops for insta-perfect pictures. Fascinating ethnic groups, centuries-old rice terraces, and majestic mountain ranges make a strong statement in North Vietnam. South Vietnam – The mellow countryside and island escapes make it a wonderful choice for travellers. Ho Chi Minh has the urban energy for a sensory overload. And you’ll not regret visiting the Mekong Delta. In all Vietnam is a bundle of everything a travelers wishes to explore.

Brief Itinerary

Day	Highlights
Day 1	Hanoi arrival – City Tour
Day 2	Hanoi – Halong Bay – Overnight on boat
Day 3	Halong Bay – Hanoi – Fly to Danang
Day 4	Danang – Bana Hill – Golden Bridge – Danang᲼᲼᲼᲼᲼᲼᲼᲼
Day 5	Danang – Hoi An Walking Tour – Fly to Ho Chi Minh City
Day 6	Cu Chi Tunnels & City Tour
Day 7	Ben Thanh Market – Ho Chi Minh City Departure

Highlights

Visit the One Pillar Pagoda, and the Temple of Literature, Graze on regional cuisine while exploring Hanoi Old Quarter’s artisanal craft shops and souvenir stands.
Take a boat trip around the limestone peaks of Ha Long Bay
Enjoy the specular of Truong Son Mountains and most specially, the Golden Bridge
Enter and unveil the secret of the underground system in Cu Chi Tunnels
Visit the famous Ben Thanh market, this bustling and well-organized market is very popular place

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 : Hanoi arrival – City Tour

Arrival at Noi Bai Airport in Hanoi, we will be welcomed by our friendly local guide and transferred to our hotel.

After that, we will visit some highlights in the city. Our first stop is Ho Chi Minh Complex which we will visit Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Mnh Mausoleum (outside visit only if later than 10.30 AM), his simple stilt-house and fish pond, the outside of the impressive Presidential Palace and finally the nearby One Pillar Pagoda that originally built since 11th century.

Continue visiting the oldest pagoda in Hanoi – Tran Quoc Pagoda which located by the West Lake. Lunch at Indian restaurant.

After lunch, we visit the Temple of Literature, the Temple of Confusion, also the first university in Vietnam that was built in 1070.

We finish our day with a cyclo ride around the Old Quarters through maze of narrow streets and shops. We then sit down for Water Puppet Show for 45-minutes show. Drop off at hotel and end the tour.

Day 2 : Hanoi – Halong Bay – Overnight on boat

This morning, we will take 180 KM to Halong Bay, which was recognized by UNESCO as the World Natural Heritage in 1994 and 2000. On arrival, we will board our overnight cruise and savour a delicious seafood lunch. We will be passing through several limestone islands, kayaking among the hidden areas of the Bay, swimming at Soi Sim Beach or trekking to the top of the island. Dinner and overnight on boat.

Day 3 : Halong Bay – Hanoi – Fly to Danang

Start your day with Tai Chi exercises before having breakfast. We then explore Sung Sot Cave – one of the most amazing caves in Halong Bay and passing through Ba Hang Fishing village, Dog Islet and more. Watch the cooking demonstration and enjoying lunch before cruising back to the pier and find our car to take us to Noi Bai Airport in Hanoi to board the late afternoon flight to Danang.

On arrival, we will be welcomed and transferred to Indian restaurant for dinner. Overnight at hotel in Danang.

Day 4 : Danang – Bana Hill – Golden Bridge – Danang

After breakfast at hotel, we drive to Sun World Ba Na Hills and have full day entertain in Ba Na Hills. We first take the cable car up to the mountains, enjoy the specular of Truong Son Mountains and most specially, the Golden Bridge – the new symbol of Danang thanks to its unique design and magical settings.

Free time to wander through the Le Jardin Garden with hundred kinds of flowers or admire the architecture buildings at French village. Buffet lunch will be in Ba Na Hill.

In the afternoon, we take the cable car down and transfer back to Danang. The rest of the day will be free at the beach. Dinner at restaurant and overnight in Danang.

Day 5 : Danang – Hoi An Walking Tour – Fly to Ho Chi Minh City

Breakfast at hotel, we transfer to Hoi An. Along the way, we visit the Marble Mountain the five elements of the Universe (water, wood, air, fire and earth).

Arrive in Hoi An, we visit Hoi An Ancient Town on your own A World Cultural Heritage. It is a living museum of world-wide construction designs and urban lifestyle. From the 15th till the 20th century, Hoi An was an exclusive trading port between European and Asian businessmen. Exploring Japanese Bridge, Phuc Kien Communal House, Tan Ky Traditional House, Museum, Handicraftsman at work.

We then back to Danang and then to the airport for late afternoon flight to Ho Chi Minh City.

On arrival, welcome and transferred to Indian restaurant for dinner. Check in hotel for overnight stay.

Day 6 : Cu Chi Tunnels & City Tour

Morning, we head to the Cu Chi tunnels, otherwise known as the “Iron Triangle” or “Iron Land”. Before entering the tunnels, we will see a short introductory video showing how they were constructed, followed by an exploration of the maze of tunnels, some of which have been widened to allow tourist access. Also on display are various mantraps and the remains of an American tank as well as numerous bomb craters made by 500lb bombs dropped by B52 bombers.

Later, we can go to the shooting range where we can try to fire real bullets: (costs US$3/bullet) Back to the city centre for lunch.

After lunch, visit highlights in Ho Chi Minh city such as the Reunification Palace, a palace of old President in South of Vietnam during the American war; Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post Office, the two sites that we can’t ignore when we visit the city.

Dinner at Indian restaurant.

Our free evening activities should be: walking around at the night market; explore the highest building in Ho Chi Minh City, Bitexco (cost at your own expense)…. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 7 : Ben Thanh Market – Ho Chi Minh City Departure

After breakfast at hotel, we visit the famous Ben Thanh market, this bustling and well-organized market is very popular with tourists, primarily due to its central location. It has a wide selection of goods ranging from fake Nike shoes to beautiful silk Ao Dai.

We then transfer to the airport for departure flight. Tour ends.