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Tour Code: VPR-ADV19
Hanoi - Halong Bay - Dong Hoi - Phong Nha - Quang Tri - Hue - Danang - Hoi An -
Quy Nhon - Pleiku - Buon Ma Thuot - Nha Trang - Dalat - Saigon - Cu Chi - My Tho
Journey Map
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
All A/C transportation as per the itinerary
English
speaking guide
Accommodation on twin share basis with daily breakfast
Meals as clearly mentioned in the itinerary (B: breakfast, L: lunch; D: dinner)
Boat cruise as per the itinerary
Train tickets: Hanoi –Dong Hoi (A/C cabin of 4 soft –sleepers)
Gong show in Pleiku, Elephant ride in Buon Me Thuot
Sightseeing fees and permits during guided time
International tickets and airport taxes
Vietnam Visa & visa fee
Travel insurance (compulsory)
Food & drinks not mentioned within the itinerary
Tips and gratuities
Expenses of a personal nature such as bar bills, laundry and telephone charges
Other services not clearly described in the program
Vietnam is a land of rich natural and cultural beauty. Visit Vietnam by road and
train is a good chance to enjoy the picturesque scenery of the whole country along
the way. This 19 day program including 3 days in the North, 6 days in the Central,
3 days in the Highland and 7 days in the South, will bring you different experiences
with the culture of old Ha Noi, wonderful Ha Long Bay and Phong Nha –the World Heritage
Sites, the old trading port of Hoi An and the former Imperial Capital in Hue, different
ethnic cultures in the Highland, exploration of the French colonial charms of Saigon,
Dalat and the mighty Mekong River.
- Experience the culture of old Ha Noi, wonderful Ha Long Bay and Phong Nha –the
- World Heritage Sites
- Witness the old trading port of Hoi An and the former Imperial Capital in Hue
- Learn about different ethnic cultures in the Highland
- Explore the French colonial charms of Saigon, Dalat and the mighty Mekong River
DAY 1: HANOI ARRIVAL
Welcome at the airport and transfer to hotel for check –in. Hanoi is sometimes called
the Paris of the Orient, with shaded boulevards, verdant parks and ochre buildings
that retain an old-world charm. You are free to stroll around the city and catch
a first glimpse of this peaceful city.
Overnight at hotel in Hanoi
Overnight at hotel in Hanoi
DAY 2: HANOI – HALONG BAY (B, L, D)
Breakfast at hotel, then embark on city tour with Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and “House
on stilt” at the same area with the Presidential Palace and the famous One Pillar
Pagoda. We also make a visit to the Temple of Literature – the first university
of Vietnam, which is now dedicated to Confucian worship and the Ethnology Museum
before lunch. In the afternoon, continue our journey to Halong for the stunning
Halong bay
Overnight at hotel in Halong
Overnight at hotel in Halong
DAY 3: HALONG BAY -HANOI – TRAIN TO DONG HOI
(B, L)
Breakfast at hotel, take a leisure boat trip to visit Halong Bay, the World natural
Heritage site. Enjoy a beautiful cruise on the emerald green water of Ha Long bay
among the 3,000 spectacular limestone islands. A fresh seafood lunch will be served
on board. We have a view at famous Thien Cung Cave and have relaxable time for swimming
in the bay. In the late afternoon, we head back to Ha Long harbour. Transfer back
to Hanoi. A quick shopping at the supermarket to prepare some snacks for dinner
on train and then straight to the railways station.
Overnight on board
Overnight on board
DAY 4: DONG HOI –PHONG NHA –DONG HOI (L)
Arrive in Dong Hoi Railway station approximately at 8am, you will be transferred
to hotel for checking in and some refreshment. After that, we will get on car for
a drive to the Son River where we take a boat trip to the park and famed caves at
Phong Nha. The park has some beautiful limestone formations, grottoes and caves,
as well as the largest primeval forest in Vietnam and the biggest limestone mountain
range on the planet. Phong Nha also boasts underground rivers, large caverns and
passageways and broad pristine sandbanks. The most impressive cave - Phong Nha cave
is probably also the most beautiful with many fascinating rock formations with imaginative
names such as The Lion, Fairy Caves, Royal Court and Buddha. The farther one gets
inside the Phong Nha Caves, the more illusory the stalactites and stalagmites look
as they glitter when bright light is shone on them. Back to the harbor, we have
lunch before driving back to hotel in Dong Hoi for overnight.
Overnight at hotel in Dong Hoi
Overnight at hotel in Dong Hoi
DAY 5: DONG HOI –HUE (B, L)
After breakfast, we depart to Hue. On the way, we will pay a visit at Vinh Moc Tunnels,
an underground village designed to avoid bombardments during the American War and
Quang Tri Citadel, a military bastion and an administrative head office of Nguyen
Dynasty in Quang Tri Province from 1809 to 1945. Have lunch at a local restaurant
in Dong Ha Town.
Overnight at hotel in Hue
Overnight at hotel in Hue
DAY 6: HUE (B, D)
Hue with splendid tombs of the Nguyen emperors, notable pagodas and the remains
of the Citadel becomes one of Vietnam’s attractions to tourists from all over the
world, who like to explore the traditional cultural values of Vietnam. We start
our day with guided touring around the Imperial Citadel, visiting the Noon Gate
and Forbidden City; then followed with the Antiquity Museum for some view. After
that, we will drive out Hue outskirt to visit Khai Dinh Royal Tomb. Afternoon at
leisure. In the evening, enjoy dinner, then take boat trip along Huong River and
enjoy Hue Traditional Music Show.
Overnight at hotel in Hue
Overnight at hotel in Hue
DAY 7: HUE – DANANG –HOI AN (B)
Breakfast at hotel, road transfer to Danang, watch over Lang Co fishing village
and white sand beach. Continued to Danang. Take the panoramic view of Danang city
from afar. Proceed to Hoian. On the way, visit China Beach, stone sculpturing village
on the foot of Marble Mountain. Visit the Hoian Ancient Town. Visit Phuoc Kien Temple,
Tan Ky old house, where keep many ceramic antiques. Explore the special architectural
style of Bridge pagoda.
Overnight at hotel in Hoi An
Overnight at hotel in Hoi An
DAY 8: HOI AN - QUY NHON (B)
Breakfast at hotel, transfer to Qui Nhon. Visit Thap Cham (Cham Towers) on the way.
Check in Hotel, free for relaxing and swimming.
Overnight at hotel in Quy Nhon
Overnight at hotel in Quy Nhon
DAY 9: Quy Nhon (B)
Free at leisure.
Overnight at hotel in Quy Nhon
Overnight at hotel in Quy Nhon
DAY 10: QUY NHON –PLEIKU (B)
Continue the trip to Pleiku with a short stop en route to visit coffee plantations.
Upon arrival, visit Dektu and Dekcop villages of the Bana minority. Enjoy Bahnar
gong music and Can wine.
Overnight at hotel in Pleiku
Overnight at hotel in Pleiku
DAY 11: PLEIKU –BUON ME THUOT (B)
Transfer to Buon Me Thuot, a highland city famous for its ethnic minorities with
the characteristics of a primitive life. Visit to Museum of Ethnic Minorities, Draysap
Waterfalls and villages.
Overnight at hotel in Buon Me Thuot
Overnight at hotel in Buon Me Thuot
DAY 12: BUON ME THUOT –NHA TRANG (B)
Drive to Lak Lake, visit Ede ethnic village. Take a boat trip and an elephant ride
around the lake. Afternoon drive to Nha Trang, a romantic seaside resort with fine
beaches, clear water and a colorful marine life.
Overnight at hotel in Nha Trang
Overnight at hotel in Nha Trang
DAY 13: NHA TRANG (B)
Free at leisure. You can relax on beach after long journey or join boat trip to
nearby island or cycle around the city.
Overnight at hotel in Nha Trang
Overnight at hotel in Nha Trang
DAY 14: NHA TRANG –DALAT (B, D)
ADrive to Da Lat, known as the city of love at the altitude of 1,500m above sea-level.
Visit to impressive Dambri waterfall on the way.
Overnight at hotel in Dalat
Overnight at hotel in Dalat
DAY 15: DALAT (B, L)
Breakfast at hotel. Full day tour to the most wanted places of Dalat including Dalat
railway station, Linh Phuoc Pagoda, Lat Village, Robin Hill, Truc Lam Zen Monastery
and Bao Dai Summer Palace.
Overnight at hotel in Dalat
Overnight at hotel in Dalat
DAY 16: DALAT - SAIGON (B, D)
Drive to Ho Chi Minh City. Transfer to hotel. The rest of day is free at hotel.
Dinner on boat along Saigon River.
Overnight at hotel in Saigon
Overnight at hotel in Saigon
DAY 17: SAIGON HIGHLIGHTS AND CU CHI TUNNELS
(B, L)
Departure for the Cu Chi Tunnels, an impressive network of tunnels with a length
of over 250 km. This strategic place was used by 15,000 Viet Cong fighters during
the war. After Cu Chi visit, return to Saigon for lunch, then continue the day with
a visit to the highlights of Saigon including The Central Post Office, The Notre
Dame Cathedral, The Reunification Palace, The War Crimes Museum. Spend some time
for Ben Thanh Market.
Overnight at hotel in Saigon
Overnight at hotel in Saigon
DAY18: MEKONG DELTA (B, L)
At 8 hours, you will be picked up at the hotel and transferred to My Tho. Around
9h30, arriving in My Tho, you will enjoy different type of boat trip (motorized
boat trip and rowing boat trip) to islands where you can visit local houses, see
how they make delicious coconut caramels and enjoy lunch. After that, you will also
stop over the Unicorn Island for a traditional music performance, “cai luong” by
local people. Enjoy some tropical fruit here. Especially, you will have a chance
to be on horse-drawn carriage or local transport “Xe loi” (nowadays, it is often
seen on movies). In the afternoon, around 2 hours, you will take a drive back to
Saigon.
Overnight at hotel in Saigon.
Overnight at hotel in Saigon.
DAY19: SAIGON DEPARTURE (B)
A transfer to the airport for flight home. End of services by Indochina Travel Service.
ADVENTURE TRAVEL PHOTOS
INCLUSION
EXCLUSION
All A/C transportation as per the itinerary
English
speaking guide
Accommodation on twin share basis with daily breakfast
Meals as clearly mentioned in the itinerary (B: breakfast, L: lunch; D: dinner)
Boat cruise as per the itinerary
Train tickets: Hanoi –Dong Hoi (A/C cabin of 4 soft –sleepers)
Gong show in Pleiku, Elephant ride in Buon Me Thuot
Sightseeing fees and permits during guided time
International tickets and airport taxes
Vietnam Visa & visa fee
Travel insurance (compulsory)
Food & drinks not mentioned within the itinerary
Tips and gratuities
Expenses of a personal nature such as bar bills, laundry and telephone charges
Other services not clearly described in the program
ACCOMMODATION
| Location | Standard Option | Superior Option | ||
| Hanoi | Thang Long Opera Hotel*** | Maison D’Hanoi Hotel**** | ||
| Halong | Mithrin Hotel*** | Saigon Halong Hotel**** | ||
| Dong Hoi | Saigon Quang Binh Hotel**** | Sun Spa Resort***** | ||
| Hue | Festival Hotel*** | Century Riverside Hotel**** | ||
| Hoi An | Ancient House Resort*** | Hoi An Riverside Resort**** | ||
| Quy Nhon | Seagull Hotel*** | Saigon Quy Nhon Hotel**** | ||
| Pleiku | Ialy Hotel*** | Hoang Anh Gia Lai Hotel**** | ||
| Buon Me Thuot | Bach Ma Hotel*** | Dakruco Hotel**** | ||
| Nha Trang | Green Hotel*** | Yasaka Nha Trang Hotel**** | ||
| Dalat | Empress Hotel*** | Novotel Dalat Hotel**** | ||
| Saigon | Saigon Hotel*** | Kim Do Hotel**** | ||
PRICING
Rates vary frequently. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.
NOTE:
This private tour can be customized upon your request. Traveling alone? Tight budget? Want to explore the country on your own way? Please contact us with details of your tour requirements via email or telephone. Our team of experienced travel consultants will then help you design your dream vacation to Vietnam according to your needs and budget.
Rates vary frequently. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.
NOTE:
This private tour can be customized upon your request. Traveling alone? Tight budget? Want to explore the country on your own way? Please contact us with details of your tour requirements via email or telephone. Our team of experienced travel consultants will then help you design your dream vacation to Vietnam according to your needs and budget.
READ WHAT FELLOW SAYS
We did enjoy our Vietnam holiday very much and it surely was one of the best trips we ever made.
The highlights were surely in the North Vietnam. The trip to Sapa and the mountain bike tour was magnificent, though we underestimated how cold it can be in the mountains in December especially during the night time. Since we live in Singapore we are not really well equipped if it comes to warm clothes, but we would surely take more warm clothes with us when traveling in winter up there.
As I said we loved the North of Vietnam especially and I suppose if we would do it again, we probably would spend more time up there.
Our Vietnam tour was very well designed and organized and it was a first for us that an operator actually was checking several times during the holidays, if everything is OK. That was very much appreciated.
Again - it surely was one of the best trips we ever made - we had a great holiday.
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