10D9N Fall In Love With Vietnam Highlights From North To South

Timeline

• Upon the arrival, you are met at the Noi Bai airport and transferred to the hotel by our driver (Early check in is not included) and then transfer you to hotel.
• 13h45: Our Tour guide and our Bus pick up at your hotel and start to the tour
• 14h00 – 14h15: Visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, The Temple of Literature (Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam) is one of the most attractive tourist spots in Northern Vietnam. The Temple of Literature was founded in 1070.
• 15h15: Keep going to visit Hoa Lo Prison, the prison was built by the French, from 1886 to 1901, When Vietnam was still a part of French Indochina. The French called the prison Maison Centrale. The prison was called “A Hell on Earth” and now the prison is like a war museum for those who want to understand more about the war against France of Vietnamese people.
• 16h30: Our Bus take you back to the Hotel.
• Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi.

Inclusion

• Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
• Meals: No
• Tour guide: English speaking guide for tour only
• Transportation: Private airport transfer / Group car

Timeline

• 7h30: Pick up from your hotel and depart for Sapa.
• 930: Follow the highway to Lao Cai city with the first comfort break.
• 11h00: Second comfort break at Lao Cai city before approaching Sapa.
• 13h00: Arrive Sapa Town with colorful traditional costumes of H’mong, Dzao, Tay ethnic People.
• Welcome drink and itinerary briefing
• Enjoy the lunch with local Vietnamese dishes, check-in procedures
• 14h30: A short drive to the gate of Cat Cat village which is home of Black H’mong ethnic people and is located near the bottom of a deep valley at the foot of Fansipan Peak. Our local guide will show you the daily life activities of the locals, trek down to the valley bottom to the waterfall where the French built a Hydraulic Power Station; stop for photo with bridge and waterfall then you will walk uphill for bus to pick up to get back to Sapa in the afternoon.
• Trekking distance is about 2.5 kms and it lasts for 2 hours
• 17h00: Come back to Sapa Town.
• Overnight in Sapa

Inclusion

• Accommodation: Hotel in Sapa
• Meals: Breakfast/ Lunch
• Tour guide: English speaking guide for tour only
• Transportation: Group car

Timeline

• 6h45 – 7h45: Enjoy the beautiful sunrise in Sapa and have breakfast at your hotel.
• 8h00: Visit Fansipan Cable Car Station (included 2 ways Cable Cab, 1 way Tram to the top) and spend 20 minutes with cable car to enjoy the spectacular scenery.
• 12h00: Have lunch at local restaurant.
• 14h00: Free at own leisure or continue to explore this beautiful small town, shopping activities at local shops who promotes products from boarder.
• 15h30: Get on car to go back to Hanoi with two comfort breaks.
• 21h15: Arrive the hotel
• Overnight in Hanoi.

Inclusion

• Accommodation: Hotel in Sapa
• Meals: Breakfast/ Lunch
• Tour guide: English speaking guide for tour only
• Transportation: Group car

Timeline

• 7h30 – 7h45: Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel. We take you to Ninh Binh province which is far from Hanoi city about 120 km.
• 9h30: Have a short break for 20 minutes to relax
• 10h30: The first destination in this trip is visit Hoa Lu ancient capital. This is the first capital of Vietnam. Come to visit Hoa Lu, you will learn about why the capital was moved to Hanoi nowadays. You are impressed on an outstanding architecture when entering temples of King Dinh and King Le, the first and second emperors of ancient Vietnam, built in the 17 century. Try to feel ancient atmospheres in Hoa Lu ancient capital.
• 11h45: Have buffet lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods goat meat, fried rice… Vegetarian food is always available in the buffet lunch.
• 13h00: Visit Trang An which was recognized by UNESCO as The world Heritage Site in 2014. Trang An has the wonderful tunnel cave system so that Kong’s Movie Group chose this place for New Version of Kong in 2016 – “ Skull Island “. Boat trip to visit Trang An to see the amazing beauty of this landscape with many caves such as: Sang Cave (Light Cave), Toi Cave (Dark cave), Nau Ruou Cave (Cooking Wine), green river and natural view.

• 15h30: Get on the bus to go to Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach to the top of Lying Dragon Moutain, have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here.
• 16h30 – 17h00: Get on the bus to return to Hanoi.
• 19h30: Arrive to Hanoi and get drop off at the Hotel.

Inclusion

• Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
• Meals: Breakfast/ Lunch
• Tour guide: English speaking guide
• Transportation: Group car

Timeline

• 7h45 – 8h30: You will be picked up from your hotel in Ha Noi Old Quarter. Then we will head to Ha Long Bay. You may enjoy the landscape of the Red River Delta along the way
• 11h30: Upon arriving in our lobby in Tuan Chau Marina, you may take a short stretch while our staff arranges all registration with the local government.
• 12h00 – 12h30: The cruise captain and staff will welcome you onboard after a short tender transfer. While enjoying a refreshing welcome drink, a short cruise briefing and safety instructions will be given.
• 12h30 – 13h00: the cruise voyages to Ha Long Bay – one of the New Seven Nature Wonders of the World. Lunch is served on board while the cruise passes via amazing limestone karst formations that rise up out of the sea in an impressive manner.
• 14h00 – 14h30: You will leave the cruise to explore Sung Sot Cave (also known as Surprise/ Amazing Cave), one of the biggest and most beautiful caves in Ha Long Bay.
• 15h00: Returning to cruise, the trip will continue to Ti Top Island. Here, you can watch the magnificent view over either the Gulf of Tonkin or swim in the emerald green and cool water.
• 17h00: After a long day, this is the ideal time to enjoy energizing drinks and snacks by joining ‘Happy Hour’ or Cooking Class on the sundeck
• 19h30: Sumptuous Dinner is served. Enjoy delicious local food prepared and served for you by our wonderful onboard catering staff.
• 20h30: After dinner, various activities including karaoke, and squid fishing are organized. Or you can just laze around with exhilarating drinks from our bar. The rest of the day is spent at your leisure.

Inclusion

• Accommodation: On cruise
• Meals: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
• Tour guide: English speaking guide on cruise
• Transportation: Limousine Shuttle bus

Timeline

• 6h15 – 7h00: Breakfast is served. It can be a great idea to enjoy the meal with the magnificent view of the sunrise in Ha Long Bay.
• 8h00 – 9h30: The cruise gets closer to the center of the Natural Preservation Area. Join our guide on a short trip to Luon Cave. This magic work of nature shows you the formation of karst mountains. You can discover this time masterpiece by kayaking on your own. If you are lucky, you can catch great photos with mischievous monkeys jigging up and down around the cliffs.
• 9h30: Our staffs on Cruise welcomes you back on board and it is time for checking out.
• 10h00: Whilst cruising back, delightful lunch will be served.
• 11h35: We return to the quayside in the south of the bay, where our visitors disembark in Tuan Chau Marina and leave for Ha Noi on our shuttle.
• Transfer to the airport to take flight to Danang. Upon Danang arrival, transfer to hotel for check in.
• Overnight in Danang

Inclusion

• Accommodation: Hotel in Danang
• Meals: Breakfast/ Brunch
• Tour guide: English speaking guide on cruise
• Transportation: Limousine shuttle bus/ Private airport transfer

Timeline

• 12h00 – 12h15: The van and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel.
• Start your adventure with Cam Thanh Coconut for being a fisherman at Cam Thanh Coconut Village, you will experience about learning traditional fishing techniques and how to row unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats while exploring the tranquil coconut palm waterways of the past war.
• On this tour, we provide authentic social and cultural insight into the local way of life in Vietnam. Furthermore, you will take part in some hands-on activities which are fun, safe, and interested are suitable for everybody.
• About 14h30: Visit to the next destination to Hoi An Old Town.
• • Go to the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, a colorful mélange of bright gates, dragon statues, and elaborate rooftops. Get an introduction to ancestor worship while visiting the family altar and watching local devotees making offerings.
  • You will see remarkably well-preserved old houses Phung Hung Ancient House or Tan Ky Ancient House that have withstood 200 years of weather and war. Learn about the prosperous merchants who used to live in these homes, trading with buyers from all around the world. Especially, you will enjoy art shows at Hoi An Traditional Performing Arts House.
  • Make a stop at the Japanese Bridge. The bridge spans a small waterway and was constructed more than 400 years ago to connect the Japanese community with the Chinese who lived on the other side of the water. Admire the carvings and paintings inside the bridge, learning about their symbolism and cultural significance.
  • Additionally, visit some of Hoi An’s well-known handicraft shops and artwork galleries. Discover smaller laneways and local neighborhoods, gaining a better appreciation of Hoi An’s endless charm.
• 18h00: Enjoy your time with the boat ride on Hoai River and release the flower lanterns to pray for the best lucks to you and your family. You will immerse yourself in the fanciful space of the lantern street. Free your time with the night market and enjoy the shimmering space of Hoi An.
• 20h00 – 21h00: After the meal, we will go back to your places in Danang.

Inclusion

• Accommodation: Hotel in Danang
• Meals: Breakfast/ Dinner
• Tour guide: English speaking guide
• Transportation: Group car

Timeline

• 7h30: We pick you up at the hotel and start to visit Ba Na Hills – also known as the second DaLat in Central Vietnam.
• 9h30: You will be carried to the peak by cable car system that won 4 World’s Records (longest one-wire sling; the longest distance between each station; the longest unpatched wire; and finally the heaviest cable roll), admire the epic view and enjoy the fresh air here.
• 10h00: Explore Golden Bridge that sits 1,400 meters above sea level, an altitude which creates the illusion of a silk strip hiding in the clouds above Da Nang.
  • Walking around and taking photos at Le Jardin D’Amour (the Flower Garden of Love), Linh Ung Pagoda, with 27m – height Shakyamuni statue on 6m – height lotus brings tourists peaceful feeling as visiting this place.
  • Enjoy the panorama of Da Nang city.
  • The next destination of your trip in Ba Na is French Village. You will feel free to visit the holy places in Ba Na: the Linh Tu Temple, the Temple of Mother Nature, the Belfry, the Phong Tu Tower, or the French village. From this area, all the sceneries of Ba Na – Quang Nam’s nature is below your feet.
• 12h00: You will take a rest and have buffet as lunch in restaurant. After lunch, you can experience many thrilling rides and games such as slide-way, love wheel, fire race and ghosts’ house in Fantasy Park – the world-class indoor amusement park. Join in Fantasy Park by Walking in Fairy Forest, discovering Dinosaur Park, playing 5D wild west, enjoying 4D death race ride, watch 3D mega 360 degrees…
• 15h00 – 15h30: We say good bye to Ba Na
• 17h00 – 17h30: Come back your hotel and then transfer to airport to take flight to Ho Chi Minh. Upon Ho Chi Minh arrival, you will pick up and transfer to hotel for check in.
• Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Inclusion

• Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
• Meals: Breakfast/ Lunch
• Tour guide: English speaking guide
• Transportation: Group car/ Private airport transfer

Timeline

• 6h45 – 7h00: Pick up at your hotels in Ho Chi Minh City. The trip to Cu Chi will take you an approximately one and a half-hour bus drive.
  • Before exploring the tunnels, you will watch an introductory video about how the tunnels were made and how Vietnamese people survived in the harsh conditions of the wartime.
  • Then, spend your time exploring the remaining areas and tunnel system which include special living areas with kitchens and bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs.
  • Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for the security purpose during the war.
  • Afterwards, special tea and cassava (guerrillas’ food during the war) will be served. Break time.
• Have lunch at the local restaurant.
• Continue to visit My Tho city.
  • With boat trip on Tien River, you will be excited by the light breeze from the river and the natural beauty of four beautiful islands such as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise along the riverside.
  • Cruise through the small canal by sampan, treating yourself to the beauty of the countryside, and taking a short cycling around the village which will certainly be an unforgettable experience when participating in the Mekong Delta tour.
  • Visit the coconut candy workshop, and enjoy seasonal delicious fruits and honey tea. Get a chance to listen to the Southern Vietnamese folk music which is performed by local people.
• Return to Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh

Inclusion

• Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
• Meals: Breakfast/ Lunch
• Tour guide: English speaking guide
• Transportation: Group car

Timeline

• After breakfast, you are free to go shopping until transfer to airport to take back home.

Inclusion

• Accommodation: No
• Meals: Breakfast
• Tour guide: No
• Transportation: Private airport transfer