Routes: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi – Mekong Delta
Glance of Vietnam is a wonderful trip designed for those who want to visit the best popular destinations in Vietnam but only have limited time. This tour will brings you the charm of Hanoi Capital, the scenic impressive sights of Halong Bay, the vibrant Ho Chi Minh City, the legendary Cu Chi tunnel and the Mighty Mekong Delta.

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival
You will be welcomed at the airport and transferred to hotel for check-in. Free at leisure. Overnight in Hanoi
Day 2: Hanoi Full Day Tour (B, L)
Take a full day city tour including Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, the Presidential Palace, his House on stilt and One Pillar Pagoda. Afterwards, visit the Temple of Literature- the first university of Vietnam and the Museum of Ethnology where you can learn different life aspects of 54 ethnic minorities in Vietnam. After Lunch, a rickshaw tour to visit the Old Quarter and the Lake of the Restored Sword. In the early evening you will attend a performance of a traditional Water Puppet Theatre. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 3: Hanoi – Halong Bay (B, L, D)
Drive to Halong bay which was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage for its outstanding natural beauty. Stop en route for a rest. Arrive at Halong city, boarding and enjoy a relaxing 24h boat trip through Halong Bay. After seafood lunch, enjoy the cruise among hundreds of islets and take part in many outdoor activities such as swimming, kayaking, cave visiting. Dinner and overnight onboard
Day 4: Halong Bay – Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City (B)
Join a Tai Chi session on the sundeck or freshen up with a good swimming before breakfast while the boat cruises among hundreds of islands and islets back to the pier. Return to Hanoi for flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel for check in. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City
Day 5: Ho Chi Minh City Tour – Cu Chi Tunnel (B, L)
In the Morning, you will visit the main sights including the Opera House, Town Hall, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Reunification Palace and the famous Ben Thanh Market. After lunch, drive to Cu Chi district (75km from HCMC) to visit the amazing complex of underground tunnels at Cu Chi. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City
Day 6: Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta – Ho Chi Minh City (B, L)
Depart to Mekong Delta for a visit of the Floating Market and Countryside Tour. Boat cruise to the colourful floating market of Cai Be and then followed by a visit to some local factories that produce rice paper and coconut candy. Lunch is served at a fruit orchard before going back to Ho Chi Minh City for overnight.
Day 7: Ho Chi Minh City Departure (B)
Free until transfer to the airport for departure flight.

Validity until 31 December 2012 (US$/Pax)

Accommodation

Inclusions:Meals as mentioned in the itinerary: B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner; Private transfer with air-con, including pick-up and drop-off at hotel and at the airport; English speaking guide (other languages on request); Hotel accommodation as mentioned; Overnight cruise; Flight ticket: Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City; Mineral water and wet towel; All entrance and sightseeing fees; All taxes and service charges.
Exclusions: Visa free to Vietnam; International airfare and airport taxes in Vietnam; Early check-in and late check-out at all hotels; Other Drinks; Insurance; Personal expenses; Tipping / Gratuities; Surcharge on special days; Any other services not clearly mentioned above.

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