VIETNAM TOUR / VIETNAM OF BEATEN TRACK 19 DAYS 18 NIGHTS

Tour Itinerary: VIETNAM TOUR / VIETNAM OF BEATEN TRACK

Day 1: Sai gon arrival (-)

Welcome to the bustling city of Sai gon (Ho Chi Minh city) !
Upon your arrival, our driver will welcome you for your hotel transfer.
Enjoy your welcome drinks a nice coffee shop then start your first discovery to Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral and China town. These attractions provide you the authentic influence of French and Chinese influence to  Sai gon.

Day 2: Sai gon - Cai be homestay (B,L,D)

Leave Sai gon for your venture to Mekong delta, stuffed by river cruise, visits to local fruits gardens and canal sampan rides.
You are to witness different traditional activities including coconut candy making, Tai Tu music..
Mingle  the friendly local host for your homestay.

Day 3: Cai be - Can tho (B,L,D)

Another day in the heart of Mekong, discovering the net cannals by sampans ride, visit local orchards to taste seasonal fruits.  In the afternoon, we will cycle along the canals, village trails and join villagers for their daily work.
Settle your stay in Can Tho city.

Day 4: Can Tho – Sai gon (B)

Rise up early for visit to most famous floating market of the region: Cai Rang market which opens daily from 04 - 06.30am. After taking late breakfast, travel back to Sai gon with some visits to off beaten villages where you can experience the real life of local. You can choose a pleasant biking time or simply a good walk for your visit.
As you arrive in Sai gon, we will leave the rest of the day at leisure

Day 5: Sai gon fly to Hoi An (B)

Free for last seeing the bustling city before taking morning flight to charming and quiet town Hoian.
On the way drive to the town from airport, we stop enrout for a short visit to Cham Musesum where is preserving the relics of Cham pa Kingdom and Marble moutain. Arrive on the town and free the rest of the day.

Day 6: Hoi An city tour (B)

After breakfast, enjoy your exploration of elegant Hoi An by foot, starting from Fu Kien assembly hall to  traditional workshops of lantern and Japanese Bridge.
A demonstration of Hoi An ceramic exhibition and ancient houses will reveal the old days of Hoi An.
Sunset cruise on Thu Bon River will conclude your touring day today.

Day 7: Hoi An – Hue city (B)

A scenic drive will take you to Lang Co lagoon, an exposure of fishing village and sandy beaches. Afterward, we will ascend to Hai Van pass for a panoramic view of the coastal line.
Upon our arrival in Hue, we will visit Forbidden Purple citadel where reveal luxurious life of King Nguyen and followed by a relaxing cruise with unique folksong musical performance.

Day 8: Hue temples & village (B)

Today, we will embark on a styled cruise to set sail upstream Huong River. Out sightseeing covers Thien Mu pagoda and Bieu village where you can experience the beautiful Hue garden.
An exploration to Imperial Tombs with stories of last Vietnam dynasty will be the highlight of our day today.

Day 9: Hue – Phong Nha (B)

Our day is filled with nature oriented activities after a breathtaking transfer from Hue to Phong Nha farmstay. On the way, we will drop at Phuoc Tich ancient village which reserved the real lifestyle of Hue for centuries.
In Phong Nha, you are free to choose either kayaking on pristine Son River or biking to Bong Lai valley.

Day 10: Phong Nha – Ninh Binh by Ho Chi Minh trail (B)

A full day driving along the legendary Ho Chi Minh trail with stops for photos and breaks by the habitat of ethnic minorities.
Upon your arrival in Ninh Binh,free to rest and relax.

Day 11: Ninh Binh – Cuc Phuong national park (B)

Have breakfast at your hotel then venture through rice fields, mirror lakes and canals to reach Cuc Phuong national park. You are to learn about ancient relics and plant diversity.
Settling your luggage then enjoy a pleasant hike for 6km with bird songs and breeze of thick forest.

Day 12: Cuc Phuong – Mai Chau (B)

Mai Chau is a beautiful valley, home to lovely Muong, Thai people whose hospitality is well-recognized in northern Vietnam.
Our road trip today is full of magnificent sceneries and visits to Muong`s house.
The delightful evening is sealed with a colorful cultural show performed by Thai artisants.

Day 13: Mai Chau trekking (B)

The less-visited trail, abundant of up-downhill this day will lead you to the living place of Blue Hmong and Thai people.  Our guide will introduce you the odd custom of these friendly tribes. Return to Mai Chau by a different route.

Day 14: Mai Chau – Nghia Lo (B)

Having a cozy breakfast with our local host then continue our road trip to Moc Chau, passing the lush plum, tea and grass plantation.
On the way, you will encounter more Hmong and Muong tribe before entering the real of Black Thai tribe who live close to Da river. Our destination of this day is the peaceful Nghia Lo town.

Day 15: Nghia Lo – Sapa (B)

Leave Nghia Lo for the most awesome pass connecting Yen Bai and Lao Cai province. You will be amazed by the scales of rice terraces, dotted with tranquil villages. Our guide will offer you some intimate cultural interactions before we conquer Heaven Gate. Relax at Sapa town.

Day 16: Sapa – Ethnic minority market (B)

Hill tribe markets which take place weekly in Lao Cai province are known as the rendezvous for Flower Hmong, Dao, Xa Pho, Tay, Nung tribes who come to the market not only to buy or sell but mainly to socialize their relationship.
Your market visit is followed by a nice visit to nearby waterfall or village. Drive down hill to the Railway Station for taking overnight train to Hanoi.

Day 17: Hanoi – Halong Bay (B)

Arrive in Hanoi early. Greeted by our tour guide and drive to Sword lake for hot breakfast while you have a chance to see Hanoian doing exercises. Then leave Hanoi for a scenic road trip to Halong Bay. Check in a overnight junk at harbour
Today, we will discover the bay through its famous caves, inspirational islets and beautiful small beach.
The highlight of your cruising time is the relaxing moment to behold awesome sunset gliding to the sea from mountain peaks.

Day 18: Halong Bay – Hanoi (B)

After breakfast, we will enjoy an exciting time, paddling with your kayak from your cruise to different hidden coves and floating fishing villages. If you arrive in summer, you are free to enjoy the pristine water and Halong coral reef.
On the way back to Hanoi, we will visit either Bat Trang ceramic village or Con Son mountain where you can experience the real life of Red River Delta.

Day 19: Hanoi departure (B)

Spend full day to explore Hanoi at its sounds and sights.
Our suggested attractions today are Temple of literature, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Museum of art or Ethnology museum.
Free time till heading to Noi Bai airport for your departure. End of the services