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Grand Vietnam - 14 Days / 13 Nights

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Route: Hanoi – Sapa – Halong Bay – Hue – Hoi An – Ho Chi Minh City – Can Tho (Mekong Delta)

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Grand Vietnam

This comprehensive Vietnam tour fascinates you with all the best in Vietnam, to experience natural beauty of Mekong Delta, Halong Bay, the World Heritage site, and Sapa’s beautiful mountainous landscape in Lao Cai on Hoang Lien Son Mountains near the Chinese border, its with ethnic minority group, rich historical and cultural destinations like Hanoi’s Old Quarter, Hoi An, Hue and Hue’s Perfume River:

(B=Breakfast; L=Lunch; D=Dinner)

Detail Itinerary:

Day 1 - Hanoi on Arrival - Welcome Dinner

You will be welcomed at Noi Bai International Airport then our guide will escorts & transfer to hotel in center of Hanoi Old Quarter. Check in Hotel and relax. The rest of the day is at leisure. You will be attempt to Water Puppet Theatre and enjoy Welcome Dinner at Vietnam Adventures Travel's restaurant before overnight in Hotel in Hanoi (Basing in Deluxe Double/Twin City View Room)

Day 2 – Hanoi – Hoa Lu & Tam Coc (Biking & Boat Trip) - Hanoi (B, L)

7.30 AM – After breakfast, depart from Hotel by Mini-van to Hoa Lu (2.5 hrs). Visit the historic capital of Viet Nam and the famous ancient temples of Le and The Dinh Dynasties.  Cycle for an hour on picturesque quiet roads through villages, rice fields, rivers and rocky outcrops to Tam Coc (12km) for lunch.
1.30pm - 15 minutes cycling on a country road takes you to Sunny Wharf, a small dock, for a sampan boat journey (1 hour) in the heart of “Inland Ha Long Bay”. Take in the beauty of the karts formations as you pass along their base and row into one of the many caves carved through the limestone.
Stop for a short rest near a small shrine before returning to the boat and making your way back to the dock (1 hour).  Cycle back to Tam Coc village. 4pm - Drive back to Ha Noi.  Tour end at Hotel around 6.00pm. Relax & overnight in Hotel in Hanoi (Basing in Deluxe Double/Twin City View Room)

Day 3 – Hanoi Full Day City Tour - Lao Cai (Sa Pa) By Night Train (B, L)

A full day city tour of Vietnam’s capital. Hanoi is a unique city with tree-lined boulevards, French colonial architecture, peaceful lakes and oriental temples. The city tour includes such sights as Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and his house on stilts, the One Pillar Pagoda, the Temple of Literature, the Quan Thanh Temple and the Tran Quoc Pagoda on the edge of West Lake. After lunch in town continue to the Museum of Ethnology and end the afternoon with a visit to the Lake of the Restored Sword and a cyclo tour of the Old Quarter. Then back to hotel for shower and prepare your all luggages before leaving to Hanoi Train Station for the night train (21.00) to Lao Cai. Overnight on train (Basing in First Class- Soft Sleeper 4 Beds Wooden Cain with A/C – Sharing for 02 Person)

Day 4 – Welcome to Lao Cai – Sa Pa Hiking Tour – Cat Cat Villages (B, L, D)

Arrive to Lao Cai early morning then transfer to Sa Pa by Mini-van. In the terraced hills and mountains of Sa Pa, the monotony of the expansive green landscape is enlivened by the colors of its hill tribe population … the rainbow colors of the Flower H’mong, flashes of the shining silver jewellery from the necks and wrists of indigo-clad H’mong and the scarlet hues of the turbans worn by the Red Dao. It is where you will find hands stained with color from fabric dyes and shades of blue, red and green intricately embroidered and stitched into jackets, waistcoats, pants, skirts, caps purses and leggings. Take a morning walking tour of Sa Pa for a visit to the busy market where Red Dao, Black H’mong and other ethnic minority people converge from the surrounding countryside to sell their embroidery, silverware and handicrafts, and to buy provisions. In the afternoon visit the Cat Cat hill tribe village. At night: Overnight in Hotel in Sa Pa (Basing in Deluxe Double/Twin Mountain View Room)

Day 5 – Sa Pa – Lao Chai/Ta Van & Ta Phin Villages - Lao Cai - Return to Hanoi - Overnight on Train (B, L, D)

In the morning enjoy a trek to the Red Dao village of Ta Phin, and in the afternoon trek through the green Sa Pa Valley to visit the Black H'mong minority of Lao Chai Village and Giay minority of Ta Van then back to Lao Cai to catch the night train to Hanoi. Overnight on the train (Basing in First Class- Soft Sleeper 4 Beds Wooden Cabin with A/C – Sharing for 02 Person)

Day 6 – Hanoi – Ha Long Bay - Sea Kayaking Explore - Junk Boat Overnight (B, L, D)

Early arrival in Hanoi. After breakfast leave Hanoi by road for Ha Long Bay with a stop en route at But Thap Pagoda in Thuan Thanh Province, known for its four-storey stone stupa and referred to as Vietnam’s first Buddhist centre. The pagoda, built in the 13th century and rebuilt in 1647 by the Buddhist monk Chuyet Chuyet, is a complex of ten buildings over an area of 100 meters that houses ancient statues and artifacts. Enjoy the journey through the rich farmlands of the Red River Delta and the scenery of rice fields, water buffalo and everyday Vietnamese village life. Arrive in Ha Long and board the Huong Hai or Bai Tho traditional sailing junk. Whilst cruising the exquisite waters sample the regions fresh seafood. Visit the recently discovered Surprise Grotto with its great views, and on the next island see the yawning mouth of Bo Nau Cave. Alternatively journey to Dau Go Cave and nearby see the famous stalagmites and stalactites of Thien Cung Cave. Enjoy a swim in the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay at any spot that you wish to visit. Watch the sun set over the bay whilst enjoying a delicious dinner. Overnight on Junk Boat (Basing in Deluxe Double/Twin Cabin with A/C & Private Bath)

Day 7 – Ha Long Bay - Hanoi - Fly to Hue (B, L)

Wake up to fresh coffee and a wholesome breakfast before cruising back to Ha Long City. En route the junk weaves through strange-shaped rock formations that invite comparisons from fighting cocks to dragons and even General de Gaulle’s nose! After another wonderful fresh seafood lunch on board disembark at the dock at Ha Long City. Transfer back to Hanoi and the Airport to catch your flight to Hue. At night: Overnight in Hotel in Hue (Basing in Deluxe Double/Twin River View Room).

Day 8 - Welcome to Hue Citadel - Hue City Tour with Boat Trip (B, L)

Visit the former imperial capital of Vietnam. A boat trip on the romantically named Perfume River visits Hue’s best-known religious site, Thien Mu Pagoda, and the mausoleum of former emperor Minh Mang, in a tranquil setting of gardens and lakes. In the afternoon visit the elaborate mausoleums of Emperors Tu Duc and Khai Dinh and the Imperial Citadel from where the Nguyen Dynasty ruled between 1802 and 1945. At night: overnight in Hotel in Hue (Basing in Deluxe Double/Twin River View Room).

Day 9 – Hue - Private Car to Hoi An (B, L)

Leave Hue for Hoi An, a major Asian trading port in the 17th and 18th centuries whose architecture and relaxed lifestyle has changed little over the years The scenic route passes through the wonderfully photogenic fishing village of Lang Co before climbing over the Pass of Ocean Clouds. In the afternoon take a walking tour of the ancient town centre to visit the former merchants’ homes, the 400 year-old Japanese Covered Bridge and the colorful market. At night: Overnight in Hotel in Hoi An (Basing in Deluxe Double/Twin City View Room)

Day 10 – Hoi An Ancient Town - My Son Holy Land - Hoi An (B, L)

A half day trip to visit the capital and religious centre of the former Champa Kingdom, My Son. Here, 40km southwest of Hoi An, in a lush green valley, are dozens of red brick towers and sanctuaries dating from between the seventh and thirteenth centuries. Visit the museum and the holy site then head back to Hoi An. Afternoon is free at leisure. At night: Overnight in Hotel in Hoi An (Basing in Deluxe Double/Twin City Room)

Day 11– Hoi An - Da Nang - Fly to Ho Chi Minh - Ho Chi Minh City Tour (B, L)

Transfer to Da Nang Airport after breakfast for the short flight to dynamic Ho Chi Minh City, still called Saigon by many locals. A full day city tour takes in the city’s bustling Chinatown and begins with a visit to the Thien Hau Temple, from where you will take a cyclo ride; the most appropriate and unusual way to explore Cho Lon, literally meaning ‘big market’. The ride will take you to the lively Binh Tay Market. Then visit a lacquer ware factory to witness workers continuing a Vietnamese ancestral tradition. After lunch visit the War Museum and the former Presidential Palace, from there on you will go on foot (the car will be available at all times) to visit the major sights of colonial Ho Chi Minh City: the Notre Dame Cathedral, Old Saigon Post Office, Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Catinat), Continental Hotel, Opera House and City Hall. After this historical visit, enjoy some wonderful ice cream at Fanny’s, a quaint little parlor with a French atmosphere, before exploring the trendy boutiques on Ton That Thiep Street. At night: overnight in Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City (Basing in Deluxe Double/Twin City View Room)

Day 12 – Ho Chi Minh City – Cai Be – Vinh Long – Can Tho (Mekong Delta) (B, L, D)

Depart for Cai Be, deep in the Mekong Delta, and embark on a cruise on the Cai Be Princess junk boat. The tour begins with a visit of the colorful Cai Be floating market, followed by a visit to some locale home factories that produce rice paste, rice popcorn and coconut candy. Proceed to evergreen islands among the Mekong River through a large network of meandering tributaries, crisscrossed with countless arroyos. Lunch is eaten at a fruit orchard before the cruise to Vinh Long to discover beautiful landscapes along the river and observe the typical Mekong Delta rural life. Drive to Can Tho and transfer to hotel on arrival. Overnight in Hotel in Can Tho (Basing in Deluxe Double/Twin River View Room)

Day 13 – Can Tho – Ho Chi Minh City (B, L)

Cruise to the colorful Cai Rang floating market while having a buffet breakfast on board the traditional Mekong-style Mystic Sampan. Then it is back to dry land in Can Tho for a two-hour bike tour of the countryside. Leave Can Tho for Ho Chi Minh City.At night: overnight in Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City (Basing in Deluxe Double/Twin City View Room).

Day 14 – Ho Chi Minh City - Departure Day (B)

At leisure for shopping until our guide & private car transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport to see you off on your journey home or more visit other country. End of your journey!

Note: We can arrange additional customized trips for you if the above itineray does not match your expectations.


Highlights:

Vietnam Adventures Travel is definitely the best choice if you want to experience Vietnam in all aspects: the country, people, culture and history. In this tour, when you are traveling along the country to main tourist areas, you will also have good chances to try many means of local transportation: car, train, airplane, boat, walking and hiking. It is a good reason to start the tour from Hanoi and end in Saigon, because by this way, you will travel along the history of foundation of today Vietnam. Within 14 days, traveling across the country from North to South, you can explore the colonial elegance of Hanoi - the capital, Halong Bay - the world’s natural heritage, magnificent mountainous view and meet with H'mong and Dzao hill-tribe people in Sapa, visit Hue - the ancient capital, the charm of Hoi An, the lushly Mekong delta - the main cultivation area of Vietnam, discover countryside and life of Khmer people in Can Tho and the bustle of Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon).
The Vietnam Adventures Travel can be extended by relaxing stay in the beach of Nha Trang or Phan Thiet (from Saigon, at the end of the trip). The program is also extendable to some other optional tours such as Perfume Pagoda or Tam Coc, Bich Dong or some traditional handicraft villages from Hanoi (in the North)...
 
Travel Facts:

» Start from Hanoi, end in Saigon (but can be easily reversed due to your detailed flights)
» Visit to 4 World’s Heritage sites: Halong Bay, Hoi An, My Son, Hue
» Grade: Easy. Suitable for anyone with an average level of fitness and mobility
» Prices are based on 2 options: Standard or Deluxe
» Extendable with optional tours from Hanoi, Saigon or to Laos, Cambodia

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Package

Price Per Person (in US Dollar)

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Minimum 02 Pax

Single Supplement

Rates are Valid Until December 30th, 2009

Standard Option

899.00

219.00

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Deluxe Option

1,099.00

389.00

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Luxury Option

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V.I P Option

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Note: Rates are valid until December 30th, 2009 by Vietnam Adventures Travel. All rates are quoted per person in US dollars. Rates are net and inclusive of service charges and 10% VAT. Rates are subject to change according to market fluctuation if necessary.

Tour Price Includes:

» 10-nights accommodation in hotels, basing in 01 Deluxe Double Room with daily Buffet breakfast.
» 2-nights accommodation on the train, basing in First Class of Four-bed Soft - Sleeper Wooden Cabin with A/C.
» 1-night accommodation on Junk Boat base in 01 Private Deluxe Double Cabin with A/C with Private Bath.
» Domestic flights: Hanoi ~ Hue // Da Nang ~ Ho Chi Minh
» Train tickets Hanoi ~ Lao Kai ~ Hanoi (First Class Soft – Sleeper 4-Beds Cabin with A/C)
» Sightseeing as specified including entrance fee.
» Local English-speaking guides in different parts of the country.
» All Transportations in private air-conditioned car, van or boat as itinerary mentioned.
» Local English-speaking experience guides in different parts of the country.
» Welcome Dinner in Hanoi.
» All Meals as per program mentioned as: B=Breakfast; L=Lunch; D=Dinner.
» Water Puppet Tickets – First Class.

Tour Price Excludes:

» Meals and drinks, except others as mentioned in the detail program
» Visa, international flights with airport taxes
» Personal insurance and personal expenses.

THE SPECIFIC HOTELS WILL BE USED ON THIS PACKAGE TRIP:

 

Standard Option (2*)

Deluxe Option (3*)

Luxury 
Option (4*)

V.I.P 
Option (5*+)

Hanoi Hotels

Hong Ngoc, Fotuan, Pacific Prince or Similar 

Thien Thai, Viet Hotel, Nam Hai 1 Hotel or Similar 

Hanoi Hotel, Sunway Hotel or Similar

Sofitel Metropole, Sheraton or Similar

Sapa Hotels

Royal, Green BamBoo or Similar 

Royal View, BamBoo Sapa or Similar

Chau Long Hotel or Similar

Victoria Sapa Resort & Spa

Hue Hotels

Orchid Hotel, BamBoo Hue Hotel or Similar

Thuan Hoa Hotel, Hue Riverside Hotel or Similar

Abalone Resort Hue, Century Hue or Similar

Imperial Hotel Hue or Similar

Hoian Hotels

Hai Yen, Vinh Hung or Similar

Hoian Indochine, Lotus or Similar

Hoian Pacific Hotel, Vinh Hung Resort or Similar

Palm Garden Resort or Golden Sand Resort

Ho Chi Minh City Hotels

Duna, Rang Dong or Similar

Que Huong Liberty Hotels, Mifuki Hotel or Similar

Amara Hotel, Rex Hotel or Similar

Sofitel Plaza Saigon or Similar

Can Tho Hotels

cuu Long Hotel or Similar

Saigon-Can Tho Hotel or Similar

 Victoria Can Tho or Similar

Victoria Can Tho

HOW TO START:

Vietnam Adventures Travel is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country.

If you don’t have enough time to complete visa before your departure, we will help you to obtain visa on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport, on your arrival).

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