Arrive at Noi Bai Airport. Our guide and driver welcome you and transfer to the hotel in the center. Welcome dinner at traditional restaurant.
Meals: Welcome Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
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Itinerary
Welcome to a world where the colors are more vivid, where the landscapes are bolder, the coastline more dramatic, where the history is more compelling, where the tastes are more divine, where life is lived in the fast lane. This world is Vietnam, the latest Asian dragon to awake from its slumber – Vietnam package tour 17 days will brings you through this world. You will take chance to visit the most beautiful landscape of Vietnam as Sapa, Halong, Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An, Nha Trang, Mekong and Ho Chi Minh city.
Experience a world filled with vibrant colors, breathtaking landscapes, and fascinating history. Embark on a 17-day Vietnam package tour that will take you on a journey through this captivating country. Explore the stunning landscapes of Sapa, Halong Bay, and the bustling cities of Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An, Nha Trang, Mekong, and Ho Chi Minh.
In Sapa, revel in the beauty of terraced rice fields and immerse yourself in the rich culture of ethnic minority communities. Cruise through the majestic Halong Bay, known for its dramatic coastline and limestone karsts. Discover the bustling streets and historical landmarks of Hanoi, Vietnam's capital city.
Uncover the imperial past of Hue, where you can explore ancient palaces and pagodas. Get lost in the charm of Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its well-preserved architecture and lantern-lit streets.
Relax on the pristine beaches of Nha Trang and soak up the vibrant coastal atmosphere. Experience the rural life of the Mekong Delta, cruising along the winding waterways and visiting local villages.
Finally, delve into the bustling energy of Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, and discover its rich history and modern charm.
Let this 17-day Vietnam package tour immerse you in the splendor and diversity of this enchanting country, where every moment is lived in the fast lane.
Tour program
Day 1
Welcome to Hanoi - Vietnam (D)
Start point
Noi Bai International Airport, Sóc Sơn, Hanoi, 140800, Vietnam
05:00 - 23:00
Day 2
Hanoi City tour and night train to Sapa (B/L)
Our guide will pick you up between 08h00 and 08h30.
08h30: Arrive Tran Quoc Pagoda – the oldest pagoda in Ha Noi built in the 6th century.
09h30: Visit Ho Chi Minh Complex, you have a chance to see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh then walk around the garden to see 2 houses where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Godess of Mercy – It is the most unique padoga in the world.
- Should dress modestly by covering from shoulders to knees when visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, temples, pagodas…
- Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays.
- Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed at least 2 months (15thJune -15thAugust) for the annual maintaining but still can take picture Mausoleum and visit around that area
11h00: Visit Vietnam Museum of Ethnology to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in Vietnam.
- Special Note : we will visit Women Museum instead of Ethnology Museum closed on Mondays
12h45: Have lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine with 8 delicious dishes.
14h00 – 14h15: Continue visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11 century
15h15: Leave for Hoa Lo Prison Museum which originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the "Hanoi Hilton.
16h15 -16h30: Highlight will be a Water Puppet Performance – the unique form of Vietnamese art derived from wet rice civilization of South East Asia and transfer to your hotel.
Have dinners on your account. Driver comes to see you and transfer to train station for departure to Sapa with the night train.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: On Train
Day 3
Sapa Arrival and Easy trekking to Ta Van village (B/L/D)
AM: The train arrives in Lao Cai around 6:00 a.m, welcome you and drive up to Sapa about 50 minutes, you will be taken to a small guesthouse for a morning showers then your breakfast at a local restaurant here. After breakfast & short morning beak, we start trekking from Sapa town. Our trekking route is from here to through the villages of Hmong and Zay people, chances to meet the locals working on the mountainsides or the rice terraces, kids ride on back of buffalo, to take photograph of picturesque valleys & awesome scenery. We have picnic lunch on trekking route.
PM: After lunch keep on trekking to Ta Van village of Zay people, where you will be warmly welcomed by the host, share the dinner with them, and stay at their traditional wooden house.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Homestay
Day 4
Ta Van Village - Trek to Giang Ta Chai (B/L)
AM: After breakfast: we are on the beaten track to Giang Ta Chai village of the Red Dzao minority via the paths between terraces and through bamboo forests. Visit Silver Waterfall and suspension Rattan Bridge, visit the people in the village and then cross Muong Hoa River up to the mountain to visit the last village of the trek - Supan village of the H'mong then having picnic lunch.
PM: Get back to Sapa, on the way back: we enjoy visiting the ancient stone circle where stones are decorated with ancient carvings. Check in hotel. And free time explore Sapa town.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Sapa
Day 5
Sapa town to Cat Cat village and back Hanoi (B/L)
AM: Breakfast, visit village of the black H'mong (Cat Cat village), walk around visiting people in the village and the hydroelectric power station built by the French in the old days. Back town have lunch.
PM: Check out hotel, free to explore the town and join Limousine Shuttle Bus to return Hanoi. It takes 6 hours. Arrival Hanoi in the evening. Free at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Day 6
Hanoi - Halong bay (B/L/D)
After breakfast, our driver comes to take you to Halong. It takes 2.5 hours and we can stop on the way for refresh. Arrive to Ha Long Bay at noon 12.00. Check in cruise and welcome drink. Lunch was prepared on boat, we visit Caves, Islands, Beach, have dinner on cruise, enjoy sunset, drink and over night on the cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: On Cruise
Day 7
Halong - Hanoi (B/L)
AM: Following breakfast this morning, we kayak around Cave before returning to Halong Bay harbor for lunch.
PM: After lunch, we meet with our vehicle for transferring to hotel in Hanoi.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Day 8
Hanoi - Fly to Hue City (B)
Free at leisure till transfer to the airport for flight to Hue. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in Hue. Free at leisure and visit local market and local life by yourself.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Hue
Day 9
Hue City tour - Danang (B/L)
Visit one of the most aesthetic royal tombs: Khai Dinh Tomb - This jaw dropping blend of Western and Eastern architecture was constructed between 1920-1931 for the 12th emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty – Emperor Khai Dinh.
12:30: Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant serving the best Hue dishes.
13:30: Explore the Citadel one of the UNESCO Heritage Sites in Vietnam. (Important Reminder: Please wear clothes that cover your knees when visiting this place.)
15:00: Get amazed at the beautiful Thien Mu Pagoda, the tallest pagoda in Vietnam. Due to its beauty, it became a common subject to many local folk rhymes and is considered the unofficial symbol of Hue.
16:00: Enjoy a Dragon Boat ride back to the Hue city center while looking at the peaceful scenery of the ancient Hue city as you cruise along the romantic Perfume River.
16:30: Transfer to Da Nang via the Hai Van Tunnel. Approximate arrival in Danang is 18:30.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Accommodation: Hotel in Danang
Day 10
Danang City – Five Marble Mountain – Hoi An (B/D)
8:00 Pick up at hotel in Da Nang then start visiting Son Tra Peninsula (Monkey Mountain), visit the third Linh Ung Pagoda of Danang, with the highest Buddha statue, and admire the huge Buddha Statue which is the highest statue in Vietnam. You will be amazed at its cool climate there.
15:30 transfer to visit Five Marble Mountain: a cluster of five limestone peaks in Vietnam
Continue to visit Hoi An - World Heritage. Take a walking tour around the old sections (charming and wonderfully preserved, combining Chinese, Japanese and European influences). Chua Ong Pagoda, Chinese Assembly Halls, the 200 - year old Tam Ky ancestral house, and the Japanese Bridge.
Have dinner in Hoi An.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoian
Day 11
Hoi An Free (B)
After breakfast, you are free to explorer lanes of Hoian, local life and enjoy traditional food/drink on the streets.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoian
Day 12
Hoi An - Danang – Nha Trang Beach (B)
Have breakfast at the hotel then transfer to the airport in Da Nang for flight to Nha Trang. Upon arrival, takes you to your hotel, it is free to chill out on the beautiful white sand beach.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Nha Trang
Day 13
Nha Trang - Snorking & 4 Islands (B/L)
From 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM, we will pick you up from your hotel and transport you to the harbor. From there, a vessel will take you on a tour of four islands in Nha Trang Bay.
Between 9:00 AM and 11:30 AM, you will visit Mun Island. This island is home to the first marine conservation area in Vietnam, protecting 350 species of coral and marine creatures. When diving, you will be amazed by the colorful coral reefs, beautiful fish, and other sea creatures. You can also opt for a glass-bottom boat tour to see the coral from above.
From 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, it will be time for a delicious lunch on the boat. You will be treated to a variety of tasty dishes, including fried shrimp, fried fish with tomato sauce, spring rolls, cabbage soup with shrimp and meat, lagim fried noodles, water spinach sautéed with garlic, fried chopped egg, steamed rice, and seasonal fruits for dessert.
Between 12:30 PM and 2:00 PM, you will visit Mot Island. After lunch, you can enjoy a music program called "Dance Of Sea" performed by our band, providing a relaxing and leisurely atmosphere. You will also have the opportunity to join the Floating Bar Party on Mot Island, where you can savor cocktails, fruits, and music in harmony with the gentle sound of the waves on the romantic blue sea.
From 2:00 PM to 3:45 PM, you will visit Tranh Beach. Here, you can rest and relax on the beautiful beach or take part in water sports such as banana float, water motorbike, and parachute (additional costs may apply). Afterward, you can enjoy some seasonal fruits on the vessel.
Between 3:45 PM and 4:45 PM, you will visit Mieu Island and the Tri Nguyen Aquarium. The vessel will dock at Mieu Island, where you can explore the mysterious Tri Nguyen Aquarium designed to resemble a stranded pirate ship on a reef. Inside the ship, you will find various unique species of coral and marine life. Outside the ship, there is the Lo Thien Aquarium where you can purchase food to attract turtles and fish.
At 4:45 PM, the vessel will take you back to Cau Da port, and the bus will drive you back to your hotel, concluding the tour.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Nha Trang
Day 14
Nha Trang - Ho Chi Minh City (B)
We take the flight to Saigon, welcome at the airport then transfer to center and check-in hotel Free at leisure. Explorer the local market, local life and food/drink on the street.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Day 15
Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels (B/L)
08:00 AM: Take the morning trip to visit Independence Palace, also known at the Reunification palace, was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu.
Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office.
Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of both the Indochina wars.
12:00 PM: Have lunch at the local restaurant.
Then continue to Cu Chi Tunnel:
• You’ll have a chance to watch the documentary and see self-made weapon, bamboo traps,...and see how guerrillas dug , lived and fought inside the tunnels as well as learning how the strength of will against sophisticated weapon.
• You can crawl in the tunnels if you wish.
• Know how the locals make rice paper, rice wine.
• Try to fire AK-47. ( 600.000 VND / Bullets ) and the steamed cassava
• 18:00: Leave Cu Chi, return HCM center.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Day 16
Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta (B/L)
Morning: The bus and tour guide will pick you up and transfer to Mekong Delta.
• On the way, we stop at Mekong Restop. You can buy some snacks and use the restroom here.
• Then you come to Vinh Trang pagoda built by Mr. and Mrs. Bui Cong Dat in the 19th century. Vinh Trang Pagoda is an architectural and artistic relic that ranks third in all types of pagodas in the southern part of the country. The pagoda was built in harmony with the architecture of both Europe and Asia.
• Next, visitors will go to My Tho Cruise Port , then board a boat to travel to Tien River, admire the four islets of Long, Lan, Qui, and Phung. Boats run along floating fish rafts for visitors to learn how local people raise fish in the river and see Rach Mieu Bridge.
• To Thoi Son Island (Lan island), you walk on the village road, visit local people's houses and fruit gardens, take souvenir photos and then visit the honey bee farm, enjoy honey lemon tea .
• Next, you come to the tunes of Don Ca Tai Tu Xu Dua – Southern folk music in Vietnam, eat fruit for free. After that, visitors use rowing boats to weave into the small canal to see the two rows of natural coconut trees and the simple landscape of the garden. Continue walking on the village’s road to coconut candy shop, learn how to make candy, show some handicraft made by coconut tree.
• After lunch, you can relax, fish for crocodiles, go to the monkey bridge, have a hammock to rest, or experience cycling on the village road, ...
• Afternoon (14:30): Return to My Tho by boat and depart back to Ho Chi Minh city.
• 17:00: The bus drop you off at hotel area Pham Ngu Lao street or Ben Thanh market.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Day 17
Ho Chi Minh departure (B)
Free at leisure till transfer to Tan Son Nhat airport for your flight departure. HOME SWEET HOME!!!
Meal: Breakfast
End point
Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Trường Sơn, Ho Chi Minh City, 736900, Vietnam
05:00 - 23:00
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Tour Details
Accommodation
• Accommodations (double/twin sharing) with daily breakfast
• Transportation by A/C car/shuttle bus as itinerary
• English speaking guide
• Meals as indicated
• Boat trips specified the tour program
• Kayaking
• All entrance, permission and visiting fees
• Purified water and wet towel.
• Train tickets Hanoi – Lao Cai
• Water Puppet Show
Transport
• Transportation by A/C car/shuttle bus as itinerary
Insurance
Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.
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Flights
• Flight tickets (Vietnam Airline – economy class)
+ Hanoi - Hue
+ Danang - Nha Trang
+ Nha Trang - Ho Chi Minh
Additional Services
• Accommodations (double/twin sharing) with daily breakfast
• Transportation by A/C car/shuttle bus as itinerary
• English speaking guide
• Meals as indicated
• Boat trips specified the tour program
• Kayaking
• All entrance, permission and visiting fees
• Purified water and wet towel.
• Train tickets Hanoi – Lao Cai
• Water Puppet Show
Additional Services
• Visa arrival Vietnam
• Personal travel insurance
• International flights
• All personal expenses
• All gratuities and tips to driver and tour guide.
• Extra Single Supplement @ US$ 390
Meals
• Meals as indicated (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
Guide
• English speaking guide
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