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Vietnam’s history is rich with legend, tradition, determination and adaptation. An all encompassing trip visiting the highlights of this vibrant country. From the dynamic Saigon, Mekong Delta River, charming Hoi An town, historic Old Royal City in Hue to the architectural splendor of Hanoi, this is sometime called Land of Rising Dragon, the spectacular Halong Bay, this trip captures the best of Vietnam from South to North
Highlight: Boating and cultural experience
Day 1: Arrival Hochiminh city
Upon your arrival at Tan Son Nhat Airport, you will be picked up and transferred to hotel in Hochiminh city, still called Saigon by many locals, is crowded with motorbikes and cars, excited by numerous shopping area and sidewalk cafés. An afternoon city tour takes us in the Reunification Palace which was the former residence of the President of South Vietnam until end of April 1975. Close to the palace are some beautiful French colonial structures including the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Old Sai Gon Post Office. We also visit the Jade Emperor Pagoda and the War Remnant before we continue to the bustling Ben Thanh Market where anything and everything is for sale. Welcome dinner at one of the most finest restaurant of Hochiminh city
Stay over night at hotel in Saigon. (Dinner)
Day 2: Mighty Mekong Delta
Heading out of the town, we travel by roads to the Mekong Delta, Vietnam's largest rice bowl. On arrival in My Tho, we embark on a boat navigating around the intricate small canals in the delta region, which is a great way to observe the local lifestyle close-up and catch a view dotted by many islands. The exciting excursion will pass the lush green vegetation before arriving at the famous Unicorn Island. Here we have opportunities to stroll around an orchard, taste many seasonal fruits and enjoy wonderful traditional music. The next stop of our trip is Ben Tre Province to visit some fascinating local industries. After feasting on a huge lunch we return to Ho Chi Minh, stopping off along the way to see the beautiful Ving Trang Pagoda and the Cho Lon, Saigon’s Chinatown, which is crammed with sacred temples and mysterious, narrow lanes. (Breakfast, Lunch)
Day 3: Hochiminh city- Hoian ancient town
After breakfast at hotel we board a short flight to Danang, Hoian ancient which was originally a Cham seaport from 16th century but has been influenced down the centuries by a myriad of traders from various cultures. We stop en route to visit the Cham Museum in Danang City, the Marble Mountain, whose peaks represent the five elements of the universe. Upon arrival, check into hotel. Have lunch at one of the famous restaurant of Hoian before have a walking tour. The ancient architecture of Hoian is a fascinating combination of Vietnamese traditional characters with Chinese and Japanese influence. There are plenty to see in this delightful town, some of which are the famous to visit Japanese Covered Bridges, the Pottery Museum, the 200 years old Tamky House, the Chua Ong Pagoda, the vibrant market. Today, we include these on a walking tour past many low tiled houses scattered along the small streets and assembly halls which reflect the town's multi-cultural past. Dinner and accommodation at hotel. (Breakfast, Lunch)
Day 4: Hoian – Hue
The next our destination is Hue, the Old Royal City in Vietnam in 17th century. Upon leaving Hoian we drive north to Hue. The scenic road is hugging the coastline before crossing over the winding Hai Van pass. A view from the top of the pass is one of Vietnam’s most impressive panoramic scenes. We stop en route to visit the Lang Co beach before risk to Hue city. As Vietnam’s last feudal capital, the small and quiet city of Hue is widely known for magnificent architectures, pagodas and royal tombs laid in many small villages and surrounding hills. We spend this afternoon to visit Hue with the massive citadel, which contains the Imperial City and the Purple Forbidden City. This royal residence was all but destroyed during the 1968 Tet Offensive, however it is still fascinating to walk among the ruins. (Breakfast, Lunch)
Day 5: Hue – Hanoi
Embark on boat on Perfume River to visit Thien Mu pagoda, the beautiful riverside pagoda which now becomes the symbol of Hue, and the elaborate royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc are not to be missed. After an impressive boat trip, we return to the town and enjoy a walk to the bustling Dong Ba Market that sells a wide variety of local goods and handicrafts. Along the way we pass by many fantastic eating spots, ideal places for visitors to sample some local delicacies before we aboard a short flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival you will be greetings at and transferred to hotel. Hanoi is capital of Vietnam, is a stylish and gracious city that retains an unique old world charm and some Asia‘s most striking colonial architecture. The many lakes and parks make for relaxing atmosphere. Have lunch at restaurant in Hanoi (optional) before visit Literature temple, the first University in Vietnam in 16th century. If time permits then we enjoy a short cyclo excursion through the bustling 1000 Year Old Quarter streets named after the specific goods once offered for sale at these places. Then enjoy Water Puppet Unique show at 4 PM. Fairy well dinner at Lotus restaurant, one of the finest restaurants in Hanoi. Relax and stay over night at hotel. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6: Hanoi- Halong
8:00 AM: Transfer to Halong city for boat cruise on the Bay, stop on route to admire the landscape picture, you might take picture of buffalo boy. Embark on Huong Hai Junk, boat screw will greetings you special seafood lunch with welcome drink, boat cruise around the bay to visit Dinh Huong island, Ga Choi island, Dog island, Sail island, visit Sung Sot cave and a swim at Titov beach before finished cruise at harbor for transfer back to Hanoi
(Breakfast, Lunch)
Day 7: Hanoi- Exit
Free at leisure until time transfer to airport for flight back home. (Breakfast) |
