Routes: Hanoi - Sapa - Halong Bay – Hoian –Myson - Hue – Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi – Mekong Delta
Planning a trip to Vietnam is always different from other countries. Vietnam is not a difficult country to travel in but you may find it difficult getting to see the highlight places, doing different things, travel timing...We designed this trip to fill those gaps. Moreover, you get a chance to stay closer to the local culture, experience local activities while having the most comfortable holiday. This tour may not cover everything in Vietnam but it brings to you the best "must-see" places in Vietnam.

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City Arrival
You will be welcomed at the airport and transferred to the hotel for check-in. free at leisure. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 2: 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, Reunification Palace, War Remnats museum 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 3: 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 colorful 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 4: Ho Chi Minh City – Hoian via Da nang (B)
After breakfast, free time to explore the city until transfer to the airport for a short flight to Da Nang. Meet your guide there and transfer to the ancient town of Hoi An. Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 5: Hoi An – Myson (B, L)
In the morning, a half day trip to My Son, visit the museum and the holy site, then head back to Hoi An for lunch. In the afternoon, take a walking tour to discover Hoi An, visiting the 300-year-old Tan Ky Ancient House, Phuc Kien Pagoda, the Japanese Covered Bridge and Hoi An Market. Overnight in Hoi An
Day 6: Hoi An- Da Nang- Hue (B)
Free time at leisure for your own discovery. After lunch, depart by Car over the most spectacular Hai Van Pass to Hue, the Vietnam’s former Imperial Capital. En route, visit the Marble Mountain, Cham Museum and the Stone Village. Overnight in Hue
Day 7: Hue (B, L)
Take a boat trip to Thien Mu Pargoda, then visit the Imperial Citadel and Dong Ba market. Lunch at local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the tombs of Emperor Tu Duc and Khai Dinh. Overnight in Hue.
Day 8: Hue – Hanoi (B)
Take free time until transfer to airport for short flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed at the airport and transferred to the hotel for check-in. In the evening you will attend the performance of the famous Vietnamese traditional art of water puppetry. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 9: Hanoi Full Day city tour & Night train to Laocai (B, L)
Take a full day city tour including Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, His house on stilt, One pillar Pagoda, Tran Quoc pagoda and the Temple of Literature. After lunch continue to visit Hoa Lo Prison and Hoan Kiem Lake. Enjoy two hours cyclo ride through the Old Quarter. In the evening, take the night train to Laocai.
Day 10: Sapa (B)
Upon arrival, transfer to Sapa for breakfast then enjoy a light trek to Cat Cat village of Black Mong minority. In the afternoon, free for leisure. Overnight in Sapa.
Day 11: Sapa – Lao Cai & Night train to Hanoi (B, L)
Have a 4 hours trek to Lao Chai village of Black Mong minority and Ta Van Village of Dzay people, then drive to the Ta Phin village of Red Dzao people. In the evening, go back to Lao Cai Station for night train to Hanoi. Overnight on the train.
Day 12: 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 13: Halong Bay- Hanoi (B)
Join a Tai Chi session on the sundeck or freshen up with a good swimming before enjoying a nice international breakfast while the boat cruises among thousands of islands and islets back to the pier. In the afternoon, return to Hanoi. Free to explore more Hanoi city by yourself. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 14: Hanoi 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 tickets: Ho Chi Minh City – Danang; Hue – Hanoi; Mineral water and wet towel; Night train ticket: Hanoi – Lao Cai – Hanoi; Boat trip in Mekong Delta and Hue; 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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