13 jours - L'héritage authentique du Vietnam et le pont d'or panoramique

Head to Hue, along the North coast of Da Nang to the top of Hai Van Pass where bunkers remaining

from the war can be explored. Upon arrival in Hue, we will visit the Citadel, Hue’s prime attraction,

which contains the Imperial City, the Forbidden Purple City and the Emperor's Private Residence. Hue

Citadel was built from 1804 to 1833 under the Nguyen’s Dynasty (the last feudalist kingdom in Vietnam). The grounds of the Imperial City are protected by 2-kilometer fortified ramparts and ringed by a moat. Inside the Citadel, there are many different construction works such as: Imperial City Gates, Purple Forbidden City, Temples and places of worshipping, pavilions, gardens, etc. We will have a short break for lunch then take a boat trip on the Perfume River with a stopover at Thien Mu Pagoda, which is an active Buddhist monastery with its origins dating back to 1601. One of its most poignant displays is a car belonging to a former monk, who in 1963, drove to Sai Gon and set himself alight to protest against the South Vietnamese regime and its cruel treatment of Buddhist monks and followers. We finally visit the serene Khai Dinh Royal Tomb, designed to blend in with its natural surroundings and built on principles of feng-shui. Overnight in Da Nang.

Ba Na is one of the most interesting areas in the region as often one can feel the four distinct seasons

within a single day: morning - spring, noon - summer, afternoon - autumn and evening - winter. You will

have a chance to visit Golden Bridge which is a 150-meter long pedestrian bridge with two giant stone

hands supporting the structure. It is designed to connect the cable car station with the gardens and to

provide a scenic overlook and tourist attraction. We can enjoy the view of the beautiful landscape of

nature comfortably and smoothly. Past the Golden Bridge, and into the center of a charming (and very

Epcot-like) French village, complete with French Gothic-style cathedral, French restaurants,

cobblestoned streets and impressive French gardens. There are many more places in Ba Na Hills to

explore including Linh Ung Ba Na Pagoda, Le Jardin Garden and a complex of ancient villas. Linh Ung Ba Na Pagoda with an exquisite architectural design was built in 2004 and is symbolized by a 30-meter high Buddha statue that is exposed amidst an immense space of clouds and mountains. We will continue our trip discovering Tinh Tam Garden, Nghinh Phong Peak and Vong Nguyet Hill where we can enjoy the panoramic views the areas have to offer. Overnight in Hoi An.

Discover Hoi An’s countryside and

its local foods by bicycle. Local foods in Hoi An are known and enjoyed by the tourists once setting foot

here. In Hoi An, these cuisines are very popular and sold everywhere in all streets. Moreover, these

cuisines are considered as unique symbols for the culture and introduced to every tourist. We will ride

to a local restaurant for Hoi An specialty - Cao Lau. We then bike through the countryside to a Tra Que

Village. You will also learn how to make special “white rose” dumpling cakes with a local family and

taste your products. Continue riding to Cam Nam to enjoy the Yin and Yang food such as: Banh Dap

(“cracked or smashed rice pancake”), Che Bap (“corn and coconut sweet soup”).

In the afternoon, visit My Son Sanctuary - an experience that should not be missed. Located in the heart of a beautiful valley and surrounded by high mountains ranges My Son was named a Cultural Heritage site by UNESCO in 1999. Wander around the lost Champa Kingdom that dated back to the 3rd century, explore the temples and learn about the fascinating history behind this sanctuary of Hinduism.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Exploring Hoi An in Ao Dai - Vietnamese traditional costume is one of the best ways to take in the city’s

charm. You will have the opportunity to wear the traditional Ao Dai styles and colors. While exploring

this small yet beautiful town, tourists and frequent visitors find that it is a place of tranquility and peace. The unique atmosphere here combines elements of Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese culture. Some of the most remarkable views of the city are from the ancient houses. From here, visitors can catch a glimpse of a long gone past and more subdued and simple time. The tour includes visits by cyclo to Hoi An Museum, many of the town’s renowned Ancient Houses which boast a remarkable architectural style, Assembly Halls of Chinese influence, Art Craft Manufacturing Workshop, and of course the must-see Japanese Covered Bridge. These spots are considered as typical architecture styles in Hoi An and reflect clearly the cross culture among France, Japan, China and Vietnam. Passing over hundreds of years and withstanding the severity of the weather, Hoi An still exists and keeps the ancient and quiet beauty. Sit on a cyclo with the traditional long dresses, you will feel comfortable and discover the quiet and peaceful beauty. Overnight in Hoi An.

The tour kicks off in style with coffee at local coffee shop in the center of Hoi An. After that it’s time to hop on your scooter to start exploring Hoi An’s hidden gems and charismatic locals. Take a drive past the old town to Cam Nam Island where we’ll visit some local houses and places where people lives and works traditional lives such as local ship repair yard,  local shoes-making shop, a rice cracker place and lantern making house.

Afterwards, on our drive through the countryside, you’ll experience the resplendent beauty of the rice paddies, grazing buffalo and monkey bridges, all of which you can take photos of. We’ll cruise on to Tra Que Village, a beautiful herb and vegetable garden which supplies vegetables for the restaurants in the ancient town. At the end of the tour, guests can unwind at a stunning beach lounge overlooking one of the best beaches in Vietnam, An Bang Beach, with a refreshing drink. Overnight in Hoi An.

Free time all day to explore the place on your own.

We will begin our evening with a dinner at a lovely local restaurant. After dinner, we will make our way

to Hoi An Impression Theme Park - a Hoi An miniature - on the Hoai River. With beautiful architecture,

interesting folk games, and 5 fascinating super mini-shows, as soon as the night falls, visitors will feel lost

in another space with shimmering virtual fantasy, seemingly only in the old stories. When you come to

the park, you will have the opportunity to enjoy sweet soup, a special kind of dessert in Vietnam. And

finally, Hoi An Memories Show is a large-scale real-time show with an outdoor stage which has a

capacity of 3300 spectators. The stage setting combines mountains and rivers with a 1-kilometer stage

length, using more than 500 actors. Field performance shows the use of modern sound and lighting

technology, with the participation of international experts in organization and production. With the

purpose of conveying the most authentic historical-cultural values ​​to the audience, making a deep

impression on each audience watching the show thanks to the scale and extremely elaborate investment

in both quality and quantity, Hoi An Memories Show will take the audience from one surprise to

another. Overnight in Hoi An.

Pick up and transfer to Da Nang for a flight to Ha Noi. Upon arrival, pick up and transfer to hotel. Overnight in Ha Noi.

In the morning, you will be transferred to Sapa and have lunch. After lunch, take a scenic one-hour drive up to the hill station of Sapa. From there we will take a short 30-minute journey south toward Muong Hoa Valley, a stunning place boasting the largest terrace rice fields in Sapa. If your visit is between May and October, the local harvest period, you will have a chance to see the local farmers in action. It is a great opportunity to take in the scenery and a great photographic moment. The walk takes you from Lao Chai Village of the Black H'mong Minority to the Ta Van Village of the Giay Minority with a stop at the local Catholic Church, taking in the different traditions, cultures and costumes of the two minority groups. Have dinner. Overnight at homestay.

Free day for shopping and discovering Sapa town. As a tourist attraction in the northwest mountains of Vietnam, Sapa is an ideal destination for those who are looking for unique shopping experiences in an area of picturesque hilly nature and rich ethnic cultures. Strolling around Sapa town’s placid streets, you will soon find some souvenir shops here and there. In no time, you will become captivated by various handicrafts delicately designed in the style of minorities such as silver accessories, animal – modelled wooden souvenirs or clothes with colourful patterns. It is interesting to buy some presents for your relatives and friends. Check out, transferring back to Ha Noi. Overnight in Ha Noi.

Hoa Lu, the Ancient Capital of Vietnam in the 10th and 11th century, stood as the capital for 41 years (968 - 1009), the first 12 years of which were under the Dinh Dynasty of King Dinh Tien Hoang. Later the Le Dynasty under King Le Dai Hanh ruled for 29 years. Both King Dinh and King Le have temples dedicated to them here.

After lunch at a local restaurant, we will take an amazing boat trip to visit Trang An Grottoes, which is known as Vietnam’s “Inland Ha Long”. With a gathering of 31 valleys and 50 cross-water caves, Trang An is home to 600 different species of flora and over 200 types of fauna, many of them rare and endangered. Rowing through Trang An Grottoes is a nice experience. Overnight in Ha Noi.

Free at your leisure day. Overnight in Ha Noi.

Transfer to airport for departure. End of service