VIETNAM CULTURE – SAI GON MEKONG

Tour covering main attractions of Vietnam, explore its heritages & culture.
Vietnam Discovery tour promises to bring you the most beautiful areas of Vietnam with classic cultural touches.

Tour duration:  15 Days  14 Nights
Tour route: Sai gon - Mekong - Nha Trang - Hoi an - Hue - Halong - Hanoi
Start: Sai Gon (Tan Son Nhat airport) Finish: Hanoi (Noi Bai airport)
Tour operates: Year round
Tour type: Private tour

Transportation: Private transfer, regional flights, cruises
Accommodation: 12 hotel nights, 01 cruise night, 01 train night

TOUR IN BRIEF
Day 01: Sai gon Arrival (-)
Day 02: Sai gon City Tour (B)
Day 03: Mekong excursion (B)
Day 04: Sai gon - fly to Nha trang (B)
Day 05: Nha trang cultural tour (B)
Day 06: Nha trang island tour (B)
Day 07: Nha trang free day (B)
Day 08: Nha trang - fly to Hoi an (B)
Day 09: Hoi an tour (B)
Day 10: Hoi an - Hue (B)
Day 11: Hue - train to Hanoi (B)
Day 12: Hanoi city tour (B)
Day 13: Hanoi - Halong (B)
Day 14: Halong - Hanoi (B)
Day 15: Hanoi departure (B)

Tour Itinerary: VIETNAM TOUR/VIETNAM CULTURE :Sai gon - Mekong - Nha Trang - Hoi an - Hue - Halong - Hanoi

Day 1: Sai gon arrival (-)

On arrival in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh city), transfer to your hotel, in time for relax
Experience the many sights and sounds in and around one of Southeast Asia’s most delightful and enigmatic cities.
Then enjoy welcome drinks at a nice coffee shop and get some times to know about your tour guide who is going to share this incredible journey.

Day 2: Sai gon City tour (B)

Today, a guided city tour will not let you miss the most  highlight of the city. Commence from the Notre Dame Cathedral, Old Post offices, Opera houses which represents the influence of French architecture in early XX centuries.
After that, we will visit Reunification Palace, a symbol of Vietnam independence, followed by a glimpse at Thien Hau pagoda and finish at Cho Lon market, one of the biggest market in southern Vietnam. Back to the hotel for relax

Day 3: Mekong Delta excursion (B)

Today, we drive down deeply in to Mekong Delta to explore its unique water lifestyle.
Take a sampan ride to sail along downstream of Mekong River to visit local garden house, orchards and farms in My Tho. You may enjoy lunch with local host of orchards (excluded) then drive back to Ho Chi Minh city. Free time in afternoon; take time to see more about Sai gon and shopping at one of this markets

Day 4: Sai gon fly to Nha trang (B)

Free time at your own schedule then take the short flight to Nha trang – the famed beach over the world. Up on arrival you will have the whole day for relax for next fantastic 3 days

Day 5: Nha Trang Cultural tour (B)

Nha trang is a city favor by nature. But its history and culture are very interesting.
Today, you will be taken from the south to the north of Nha Trang to visit the most highlighted sites of the city including: Long Son Pagoda, Bao Dai Villa (vacation home of the last emperor of Vietnam ), Oceanographic Institute, Ponagar Temple built in 8th century and Chong Promontory (Two big rocks called husband & wife rock ). We end up the day at Dam Market for seafood shopping

Day 6: Nha Trang Island tour (B)

After breakfast, board on a motorized boat to explore Nha Trang bay. You will visit Mun island, Tam island where you can try water sports or swimming at wonderful beaches.
Back to the boat and enjoy viewing coral reefs through glassed bottom boat. Sailing to the dock by late afternoon

Day 7: Nha Trang free day (B)

Nha trang is interesting city enough for you to self-enjoy. Swimming, sunbathing or sightseeing services are all easy to access. Free time today to enjoy the city in your very own way

Day 8: Nha trang – fly to Hoi an (B)

Free at leisure till transfer to hotel for a short flight to Danang airport. Arrive in Danang then transfer to Hoian.
Our guide will take you to the most highlights of the town including: Phuc Kien pagoda, Tan Ky Ancien house, Japanese bridge and handicraft workshops or tailor shops.

Day 9: Hoi An Eco Tour (B)

Today we will mingle with local people in a multi-activity trip in the rural areas of Hoi An, starting with a biking time to herb vegetation farm, water coconut farm. You are to learn how to control the round, basket boat then witness the work of carpenters.
In the afternoon, we will take a boat trip on Thu Bon river for sunset.

Day 10: Hoian – Drive to Hue (B)

Last see the port town before drive to the last imperial citadel of Vietnam, Hue city.
After 3hours driver, you take some times for lunch and relax then our private car with guide takes you for a Hue city tour with a visit to the Royal Imperial Citadel (Dai Noi), the Forbidden Palace to find out the luxurious lives of the Nguyen Kings under the feudal regime.
A cyclo tour around the charm city will close the day of history

Day 11: Hue city tour – train to Hanoi (B)

Continue to see more about Hue city with Royal tombs of Tu Duc King and Khai Dinh King. These tombs reflect the luxury in their afterlife of Kings and also show the styles of each King
Take the afternoon train through scenic coastal railway for an overnight trip to Hanoi - the current capital of Vietnam

Day 12: Hanoi city tour (B)

Arrive in Hanoi early morning, you will have chance to see a charming, quiet Hanoi before it waking up and turning into a busy city
We will take a full day city tour to the famous spots including: Ho chi minh Mausoleum complex, Temple of Literature, Museum of Art, Hoan Kiem lake and Hoa lo prison. We will also show you to some of interesting open markets, traditional workshop to experience how the real life of Hanoi goes on. A water puppet show will close the interesting day

Day 13: Hanoi – Halong Bay (B/L/D)

After breakfast, we travel out of Hanoi city to the famed Halong Bay.
On arrival, we will board a traditional junk to set sail to the most beautiful parts of the bay, beholding the stunning oceanic landscapes. After lunch, we will visit one of the biggest caves in the bay which is linked with the legend of Dragon and the bay. Unwind on your deck to behold the sunset.

Day 14: Halong Bay - Hanoi (Brunch)

An active morning with Tai chi class on sundeck or just leisurely laying on the chairs to enjoy the sunrise over islets. Followed by the breakfast, you will paddle to hidden coves, awesome caves by the water face or floating market. Sailing back to dock while brunch is serving.
Picked up and heading to Hanoi, stop en-rout for a visit of historical site Con Son where is devoting for a great man in Vietnam history – Nguyen Trai. Arrive in Hanoi late afternoon

Day 15: Hanoi Departure (B)

The tour guide and driver are at your disposal until transfer to airport and get ready for your onward flight
End of the Vietnam Discovery Tour

Price Tariff

The price is in US$, per person, based on double/ twin share and valid until 31 Dec 2013
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