Taste Of Vietnam 14 Days / 13 Nights

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Departure: Hanoi
Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights
Price: Please contact us for quotation
Tour Code: DH - TTH01
Highlights: Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, Danang, Hoi An, Saigon, Cu Chi Tunnel, Mekong Delta.
This newly designed trip is packed full of variety covering the major sights in both the north and south of Vietnam in 14 days. From the capital city of Hanoi to cruise in Ha Long Bay, from the historical and cultural centers of Hue and Hoi An to the modern metropolis of Saigon, this tour has it all. There’s even time to relax on the beaches of Hoi An.

BRIEF ITINERARY :
Day 1 : Arrival in Hanoi
Day 2 : Hanoi City tour
Day 3 : Hanoi – Halong Bay (overnight on boat)
Day 4 : Halong - Hanoi
Day 5 : Hanoi – Fly to Hue – Half day tour
Day 6 : Hue City tour
Day 7 : Hue – Hoi An
Day 8 : Hoi An half day walking tour
Day 9 : Hoi An relaxing
Day 10 : Hoi An – Danang – Fly to Saigon
Day 11: Saigon City tour – Cu Chi Tunnel – Saigon
Day 12 : Saigon – Mekong Delta
Day 13 : Mekong Delta – Saigon
Day 14 : Saigon - Departure

DETAILED ITINERARY :

Day 1 : Arrival in Hanoi
Up on arrival in Hanoi, we will be greeted at the airport and transferred to hotel in Hanoi. We check in hotel and if the time permits we take part in welcome dinner at the local restaurant in Hanoi.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Include : Private car, Hotel in Hanoi, Tour guide, Lunch

Day 2 : Hanoi – City tour
This trip is started at around 08:00AM and ended at around 07:00PM. We will visit Ho Chi Minh complex with Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, The Presidential Palace, One Pillar Pagoda and outside Ho Chi Minh Museum; the Temple of Literature then we stop for our lunch at a local fine restaurant. This afternoon, we visit the Ethnology Museum, West Lake area with Quan Thanh Temple and Tran Quoc Pagoda, Ngoc Son Temple and Hoan Kiem Lake. We have one hour traveling around the Ancient city to see the daily Life of Hanoian by cyclo and one more hour to watch The Water Puppet show in the Theater on the bank of Hoan Kiem Lake.
Include : Private car, Hotel in Hanoi, Tour guide, Breakfast, Lunch, Entrance fee

Day 3 : Hanoi – Halong Bay
After breakfast at the hotel we transfer to Halong Bay. On the way, we will have a few minutes to stop at a place in Sao Do Town where we can take some tea and relax. Arrive in Halong city we transfer to our deluxe junk and enjoy the welcome drink, check in cabin. Our delicious lunch will be served after that. Roam around the labyrinth of the Bay through the Fighting Cock, Canh Buom, and stop for swimming then go for visiting Sung Sot cave (The Sudden Surprise). Kayak to Luon cave, Dau Nguoi Mountain, Titop beach. At 18.30 the cruise will dock for overnight. Our dinner will come at around 19:30. We spend our night today on the boat.
Include : Private car, Boat trip in Halong Bay (A/C private cabin for 02 persons on boat), Tour guide, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Entrance fee

Day 4: Halong Bay – Hanoi
This morning we have buffet breakfast while cruising back to Halong wharf and visit Fire Island, Dinh Huong Island, floating village. At 10.30, we check out the cabin and our junk will sail back to the Pier at around 12:00. Back Hanoi at around 4pm. Check in hotel and relaxing.
Overnight in Hanoi
Include : Private car, Hotel in Hanoi, Tour guide, Breakfast, Lunch, Entrance fee

Day 5 : Hanoi – Fly to Hue – Hue half day tour
At 8am our driver will pick up and transfer you to the Noi Bai arport to take a short flight to Hue at 10:10am. Up on arrival in Hue, we will meet a local guide and we transfer to hotel then.
In the afternoon, we visit the Imperial Citadel and Forbidden City.
Overnight in Hue.
Include : Private car, Hotel in Hue, Flight ticket : Hanoi - Hue (Vietnam Airline), Tour guide, Breakfast, Entrance fee

Day 6 : Hue – City tour
The beautiful riverside pagoda of Thien Mu, which now becomes the symbol of Hue, and the elaborate royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc are not to be missed.We include these in a huided cruise on the Perfume River which also gives us a taste of the scenic cuountryside as well as an enjoyavle visit to the mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang, in a tranquil setting of gardens and lakes. 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.
Overnight in Hue
Include : Private car, Private boat to cruise in Hue, Hotel in Hue, Tour guide, Breakfast, Lunch, Entrance fee

Day 7 : Hue – Hoi An
As we bid Hue farewell this morning we continue our south bound journey. This time in the comfort of an air-conditioned car. The destination for today is the old trading town of Hoi An. Along the way though we will first stop at Lang Co beach, for coffee and refreshments, then onto the Hai Van pass, stopping at the top to take in the stunning views north over Lang Co beach and south over Danang city. Continuing on our way down the other side and into Danang, where we will stop at the Cham Museum, the famed China Beach, and Marble Mountains. Arriving in Hoi An we check into our hotel before spending the rest of the afternoon exploring and shopping.
Include : Private car, Hotel in Hoi An, Tour guide, Breakfast, Entrance fee

Day 8 : Hoi An half day walking tour
City tour in Hoian, an ancient Japanese port of trade. Much of Hoi An’s rare wooden architecture remains in this small, pleasant town. There are plenty to see in this delightful and tranquil town, some of which are the famous Japannese Covered Bridges, the Pottery Museum, the 200 years old Tam Ky House, the Chua Ong Pagoda, the vibrant market. We wisit these on our morning walking tour past many low tiled houses scattered along the small streets and assembly halls, which reflect the twon’s multi-cultural past. Free in the afternoon for shopping or doing other thing you are interested in or take part in Vietnamamese Demonstration cooking class.
Overnight in Hoi An

Include : Private car, Hotel in Hoi An, Tour guide, Breakfast, Entrance fee

Day 9 : Hoi An relaxing
Today you will have full day free time relaxing on the beach or shopping in Hanoi Old Quarter.
Overnight in Hoi An
Include : Hotel in Hoi An, Breakfast

Day 10 : Hoi An – Fly to Saigon VN325 13:40 – 14:50
We transfer to Da Nang for the short internal flight to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon). Upon arrival we transfer to our hotel. Ho Chi Minh City is the largest and busiest city in Vietnam with a population of 7 million people. In the afternoon we are free at our leisure.
Include : Private car, Hotel in Saigon, Flight ticket : Danang - Saigon (Vietnam Airline), Meal : Breakfast

Day 11 : Saigon – City tour and Cu Chi Tunnel
We will be met at the Reception Hall of the hotel at 08:30 and transfer to the highlights of the biggest city in Vietnam. The first destination is the Reunification Palace where Vietnam Liberation Army got Victory from the American War in 1975. The second place is the War Remnant Museum. This is a place that you can see countless of artifacts, photographs and pictures documenting American war crimes. The Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post office and Ben Thanh market are the last places we will visit before transferring to our hotel. End of service.
At 14:00 we leave Saigon for the Cu Chi tunnels, otherwise known as the 'Iron Triangle' or 'Iron Land'. On our way there we will drive through pleasant countryside; rubber plantations and rice paddies. 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. We are back to hotel at around 18:00.

Include : Private car, Hotel in Saigon, Tour guide, Breakfast, Lunch, Entrance fee

Day 12 : Saigon – Mekong Delta
After breakfast at your hotel. We set off for a drive through the Mekong Delta to the town of Cai Be, well-known for it's floating market. Here we will board our private boat for a cruise along the maze of waterways and canals to Vinh Long. We will stop at the home of a Bonsai gardener for a sumptuous Delta lunch, including the popular dish of 'Elephant ear fish', before continuing our exploration of the tributaries and canals of the delta. Towards the end of the day we arrive in Cantho where we stay at lovely Sai Gon Ca tho hotel, right by the Mekong river.
Stay overnight at hotel in Can Tho
Include : Private car, Private boat to cruise in Mekong Delta, Hotel in Can Tho, Tour guide, Breakfast, Lunch, Entrance fee

Day 13 : Mekong – Saigon
Rising early to the sounds of the Delta coming to life for another day, we have breakfast and start our trip with a boat cruise on sparking streams along the endless waterway of Mighty Mekong River to Cairang floating markets. There will be hundreds of boats loaded with fruits, vegetables and fish jostling for trade. Sellers advertisers their wares by crying out across the waters. We visit the lush orchards and are treated to a delicious tropical fruits. In the afternoon, driven to Ho Chi Minh city
Include : Private car, Private boat to cruise in Mekong Delta, Hotel in Saigon, Tour guide, Breakfast, Lunch, Entrance fee

Day 14 : Saigon – Departure
Free time until transfer you to the airport to catch your flight back home.
Include : Private car, Breakfast

TRIP PRICE INCLUDES:
üPrivate tour
üEnglish speaking guide (other language upon your request)
üAll accommodation on twin share basis with daily breakfasts.
üAdditional meals as indicated in the itinerary (B- Breakfast, L- Lunch, D- Dinner)
üAll A/C private for transfers and transport.
üEntrance fees and permits during guided time.
üBoat trip in Halong Bay, Hue, Mekong Delta
üVietnam Airline (tax & service charge included):
Hanoi – Hue
Danang - Saigon
üDomestic departure tax inside Vietnam

TRIP PRICE EXCLUDES:
üFoods and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
üVisas and visa fees.
üPersonal travel insurance (Compulsory).
üPersonal expenses such as Bar, Telephone and Laundry bills.
üTips and gratuities
üOther services were not made on written form

Please contact us for quotation
Please contact us : DH TRAVEL COMPANY

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qqq1 Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 84	Taste Of Vietnam 14 Days / 13 Nights Departure: Hanoi Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights Price: Please contact us for quotation Tour Code: DH - TTH01 Highlights: Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, Danang, Hoi An, Saigon, Cu Chi Tunnel, Mekong Delta. This newly designed trip is packed full of variety covering the major sights in both the north and south of Vietnam in 14 days. From the capital city of Hanoi to cruise in Ha Long Bay, from the historical and cultural centers of Hue and Hoi An to the modern metropolis of Saigon, this tour has it all. There’s even time to relax on the beaches of Hoi An. BRIEF ITINERARY : Day 1 : Arrival in Hanoi Day 2 : Hanoi City tour Day 3 : Hanoi – Halong Bay (overnight on boat) Day 4 : Halong - Hanoi Day 5 : Hanoi – Fly to Hue – Half day tour Day 6 : Hue City tour Day 7 : Hue – Hoi An Day 8 : Hoi An half day walking tour Day 9 : Hoi An relaxing Day 10 : Hoi An – Danang – Fly to Saigon Day 11: Saigon City tour – Cu Chi Tunnel – Saigon Day 12 : Saigon – Mekong Delta Day 13 : Mekong Delta – Saigon Day 14 : Saigon - Departure DETAILED ITINERARY : Day 1 : Arrival in Hanoi Up on arrival in Hanoi, we will be greeted at the airport and transferred to hotel in Hanoi. We check in hotel and if the time permits we take part in welcome dinner at the local restaurant in Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi. Include : Private car, Hotel in Hanoi, Tour guide, Lunch Day 2 : Hanoi – City tour This trip is started at around 08:00AM and ended at around 07:00PM. We will visit Ho Chi Minh complex with Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, The Presidential Palace, One Pillar Pagoda and outside Ho Chi Minh Museum; the Temple of Literature then we stop for our lunch at a local fine restaurant. This afternoon, we visit the Ethnology Museum, West Lake area with Quan Thanh Temple and Tran Quoc Pagoda, Ngoc Son Temple and Hoan Kiem Lake. We have one hour traveling around the Ancient city to see the daily Life of Hanoian by cyclo and one more hour to watch The Water Puppet show in the Theater on the bank of Hoan Kiem Lake. Include : Private car, Hotel in Hanoi, Tour guide, Breakfast, Lunch, Entrance fee Day 3 : Hanoi – Halong Bay After breakfast at the hotel we transfer to Halong Bay. On the way, we will have a few minutes to stop at a place in Sao Do Town where we can take some tea and relax. Arrive in Halong city we transfer to our deluxe junk and enjoy the welcome drink, check in cabin. Our delicious lunch will be served after that. Roam around the labyrinth of the Bay through the Fighting Cock, Canh Buom, and stop for swimming then go for visiting Sung Sot cave (The Sudden Surprise). Kayak to Luon cave, Dau Nguoi Mountain, Titop beach. At 18.30 the cruise will dock for overnight. Our dinner will come at around 19:30. We spend our night today on the boat. Include : Private car, Boat trip in Halong Bay (A/C private cabin for 02 persons on boat), Tour guide, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Entrance fee Day 4: Halong Bay – Hanoi This morning we have buffet breakfast while cruising back to Halong wharf and visit Fire Island, Dinh Huong Island, floating village. At 10.30, we check out the cabin and our junk will sail back to the Pier at around 12:00. Back Hanoi at around 4pm. Check in hotel and relaxing. Overnight in Hanoi Include : Private car, Hotel in Hanoi, Tour guide, Breakfast, Lunch, Entrance fee Day 5 : Hanoi – Fly to Hue – Hue half day tour At 8am our driver will pick up and transfer you to the Noi Bai arport to take a short flight to Hue at 10:10am. Up on arrival in Hue, we will meet a local guide and we transfer to hotel then. In the afternoon, we visit the Imperial Citadel and Forbidden City. Overnight in Hue. Include : Private car, Hotel in Hue, Flight ticket : Hanoi - Hue (Vietnam Airline), Tour guide, Breakfast, Entrance fee Day 6 : Hue – City tour The beautiful riverside pagoda of Thien Mu, which now becomes the symbol of Hue, and the elaborate royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc are not to be missed.We include these in a huided cruise on the Perfume River which also gives us a taste of the scenic cuountryside as well as an enjoyavle visit to the mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang, in a tranquil setting of gardens and lakes. 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. Overnight in Hue Include : Private car, Private boat to cruise in Hue, Hotel in Hue, Tour guide, Breakfast, Lunch, Entrance fee Day 7 : Hue – Hoi An As we bid Hue farewell this morning we continue our south bound journey. This time in the comfort of an air-conditioned car. The destination for today is the old trading town of Hoi An. Along the way though we will first stop at Lang Co beach, for coffee and refreshments, then onto the Hai Van pass, stopping at the top to take in the stunning views north over Lang Co beach and south over Danang city. Continuing on our way down the other side and into Danang, where we will stop at the Cham Museum, the famed China Beach, and Marble Mountains. Arriving in Hoi An we check into our hotel before spending the rest of the afternoon exploring and shopping. Include : Private car, Hotel in Hoi An, Tour guide, Breakfast, Entrance fee Day 8 : Hoi An half day walking tour City tour in Hoian, an ancient Japanese port of trade. Much of Hoi An’s rare wooden architecture remains in this small, pleasant town. There are plenty to see in this delightful and tranquil town, some of which are the famous Japannese Covered Bridges, the Pottery Museum, the 200 years old Tam Ky House, the Chua Ong Pagoda, the vibrant market. We wisit these on our morning walking tour past many low tiled houses scattered along the small streets and assembly halls, which reflect the twon’s multi-cultural past. Free in the afternoon for shopping or doing other thing you are interested in or take part in Vietnamamese Demonstration cooking class. Overnight in Hoi An Include : Private car, Hotel in Hoi An, Tour guide, Breakfast, Entrance fee Day 9 : Hoi An relaxing Today you will have full day free time relaxing on the beach or shopping in Hanoi Old Quarter. Overnight in Hoi An Include : Hotel in Hoi An, Breakfast Day 10 : Hoi An – Fly to Saigon VN325 13:40 – 14:50 We transfer to Da Nang for the short internal flight to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon). Upon arrival we transfer to our hotel. Ho Chi Minh City is the largest and busiest city in Vietnam with a population of 7 million people. In the afternoon we are free at our leisure. Include : Private car, Hotel in Saigon, Flight ticket : Danang - Saigon (Vietnam Airline), Meal : Breakfast Day 11 : Saigon – City tour and Cu Chi Tunnel We will be met at the Reception Hall of the hotel at 08:30 and transfer to the highlights of the biggest city in Vietnam. The first destination is the Reunification Palace where Vietnam Liberation Army got Victory from the American War in 1975. The second place is the War Remnant Museum. This is a place that you can see countless of artifacts, photographs and pictures documenting American war crimes. The Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post office and Ben Thanh market are the last places we will visit before transferring to our hotel. End of service. At 14:00 we leave Saigon for the Cu Chi tunnels, otherwise known as the 'Iron Triangle' or 'Iron Land'. On our way there we will drive through pleasant countryside; rubber plantations and rice paddies. 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. We are back to hotel at around 18:00. Include : Private car, Hotel in Saigon, Tour guide, Breakfast, Lunch, Entrance fee Day 12 : Saigon – Mekong Delta After breakfast at your hotel. We set off for a drive through the Mekong Delta to the town of Cai Be, well-known for it's floating market. Here we will board our private boat for a cruise along the maze of waterways and canals to Vinh Long. We will stop at the home of a Bonsai gardener for a sumptuous Delta lunch, including the popular dish of 'Elephant ear fish', before continuing our exploration of the tributaries and canals of the delta. Towards the end of the day we arrive in Cantho where we stay at lovely Sai Gon Ca tho hotel, right by the Mekong river. Stay overnight at hotel in Can Tho Include : Private car, Private boat to cruise in Mekong Delta, Hotel in Can Tho, Tour guide, Breakfast, Lunch, Entrance fee Day 13 : Mekong – Saigon Rising early to the sounds of the Delta coming to life for another day, we have breakfast and start our trip with a boat cruise on sparking streams along the endless waterway of Mighty Mekong River to Cairang floating markets. There will be hundreds of boats loaded with fruits, vegetables and fish jostling for trade. Sellers advertisers their wares by crying out across the waters. We visit the lush orchards and are treated to a delicious tropical fruits. In the afternoon, driven to Ho Chi Minh city Include : Private car, Private boat to cruise in Mekong Delta, Hotel in Saigon, Tour guide, Breakfast, Lunch, Entrance fee Day 14 : Saigon – Departure Free time until transfer you to the airport to catch your flight back home. Include : Private car, Breakfast TRIP PRICE INCLUDES: üPrivate tour üEnglish speaking guide (other language upon your request) üAll accommodation on twin share basis with daily breakfasts. üAdditional meals as indicated in the itinerary (B- Breakfast, L- Lunch, D- Dinner) üAll A/C private for transfers and transport. üEntrance fees and permits during guided time. üBoat trip in Halong Bay, Hue, Mekong Delta üVietnam Airline (tax & service charge included): Hanoi – Hue Danang - Saigon üDomestic departure tax inside Vietnam TRIP PRICE EXCLUDES: üFoods and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary üVisas and visa fees. üPersonal travel insurance (Compulsory). üPersonal expenses such as Bar, Telephone and Laundry bills. üTips and gratuities üOther services were not made on written form Please contact us for quotation Please contact us : DH TRAVEL COMPANY Keyword for SEO : vietnam travel Vietnam Highlights,Highlights of Vietnam Travel to Vietnam Travel Vietnam Wonders of Vietnam Halong tours SAPA Adventure Hoian Tours Travel to Vietnam Vietnam travels Visit Vietnam Vietnam enjoy Travel

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