Vietnam , the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, is a country in Southeast Asia. Located at the eastern edge of mainland Southeast Asia, Vietnam borders China to the north, Laos and Cambodia to the west, and shares maritime borders with Thailand through the Gulf of Thailand, and the Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia through the South China Sea. Its capital is Hanoi and its largest city is Ho Chi Minh City

.The most visited destinations in Vietnam is the largest city, Ho Chi Minh City, with over 5.8 million international arrivals, followed by Hanoi with 4.6 million and  Ha Long, including Hạ Long Bay with 4.4 million arrivals. All three are ranked in the top 100 most visited cities in the world. Vietnam is home to eight Unesco World Heritage Sites.

The jungles and monsoon forests of Vietnam are diverse ecosystems that are alive with unique wildlife. Trekking is a popular activity here, particularly the mountains of Sapa and the primeval landscape of Cuc Phuong National Park. For a more urban escape, take a guided food tour of Ho Chi Minh City, making sure to squeeze in visits to the historic Hoi Truong Thong Nhat palace and the intricately adorned Emperor Jade Pagoda.

Coming to the S-shaped country, you can admire the poetic and charming scenery wherever you go. The natural beauty and unique culture have made Vietnam become a tourist destination worldwide.

Best of Vietnam

Duration: 07 Nights / 08 Days

Places: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hoi an - Hue - Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels - Mekong Delta

DETAILED PROGRAM

When you arrive at Noi Bai International airport in Hanoi, you'll be welcome by one of our representatives and transferred to your hotel in the downtown to leave luggage and have a short break. You will then embark on 1 hour cyclo ride through the narrow, chaotic streets of the Old Quarter - a must for any visitor to Hanoi. You will also have tickets for a traditional performance of the famous Vietnamese water puppets.

Overnight in Hanoi.

After breakfast, proceed to tour of Hanoi takes in essential sites which will commence from your hotel lobby. In the morning, you'll visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex including the Mausoleum, his former stilt-house residence, the Presidential Palace and the Ho Chi Minh Museum; The Temple of Literature - Vietnam’s first university dating back to 1070. Visit Ngoc Son Temple and Hoan Kiem Lake - the Ngoc Son Temple is set on a tiny island on Hoan Kiem Lake, its history dating back to the 13th century [if time permits].

Afternoon, Proceed to Halong Bay, one of the most spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Areas and the world's largest marine limestone 'karst' landscape. Enjoy the landscape of the Red River Delta countryside and have a short break en-route. Overnight in Halong City.

Note: the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed all day on Monday and Fridays, as well as from 1st October to 30th November approx. for annual conservation.

After breakfast, you board a traditional wooden junk and start cruising to the centre of the bay. Get ready for exotic photos and absorbing the most magnificent natural splendors, limestone bedrocks and sheer cliffs of tiny islands highlighted with fanciful names: Fighting Cocks symbol of Halong Bay, Duck quick swim is an optional choice, Finger, Incense Burner, and Stone Dogs. Stop for a rowing boat trip around Ba Hang Floating village then keep cruising to the most beautiful cave named Thien Cung Heaven Palace Grotto and explore huge chambers adorned with stalactites and stalagmites of all kinds. Disembarkation around noon where you private vehicle will be waiting for you and drive straight to Noi Bai airport in Hanoi for a late afternoon flight to Danang. Upon arrival, you will be picked up and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Overnight in Hoi An.

After breakfast, proceed to give you a proper show-around of the old town. You'll start a walking tour with a lion's share of places of interest: the 400-year old Japanese Covered Bridge; the Phuc Kien Assembly Halls; the museum and the colorful local market. Following the narrow lanes, you'll meander through tiny streets studded by houses influenced by Chinese, Japanese, French and European architectures.

After such gallivanting, your time will be your own to wander around or getting amongst some retail therapy. This afternoon is your own. You’ll spend the night in Hoi An.

After breakfast, proceed to Danang, then continue the scenic route to Hue. As soon as you arrive Hue, you firstly visit the ancient walled Citadel including the former Imperial Palace. You'll then visit the Dong Ba market to learn about local produce and specialties of Hue. In the afternoon, you will cruise the Perfume River by a dragon boat to serene Thien Mu Pagoda and drive to visit the majestic Royal Tombs of King Minh Mang and King Khai Dinh. Overnight in Hue.

Hue was the Vietnamese capital during the Nguyen Dynasty 1802-1945 and ruins of the city s regal past can still be seen inside the Citadel and the Imperial City. Created in the 19th century, the Imperial City was modelled on the Forbidden City in Beijing and holds many palaces and temples inside its giant walls. Many of the buildings were damaged by French aerial bombing and the Tet Offensive in 1968. Now it is slowly being restored thanks to generous funding by UNESCO.

After breakfast, proceed to the airport for short flight to Ho Chi Minh City.

When you arrive in Tan Son Nhat airport in Ho Chi Minh City, you will be smilingly met by your local guide and driver who will transfer you to visit Cu Chi Tunnels where you will visit the amazing network of underground tunnels was used during the Vietnam War by the Viet Cong. This huge construction was a habitation for villagers in the war time. With 3 levels of depth, it was never discovered by the US during the Vietnam War despite its proximity to Saigon. Visit the fighting tunnel system with your local guide.

Transfer to the city for a brief city tour including the Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post office to get good shots for our memory of the big, modern city of Vietnam. The trip also takes in Ben Thanh market for an insight into where locals shop and Nguyen Hue Pedestrian Street. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

After breakfast, proceed to Ben Tre, one of the country's southern provinces, situated in the Delta of the Mekong River. Take in the highway as you leave behind the busy city.

On arrival, take a boat on Ben Tre River – one of tributaries of Mekong River to witness lively activities along river such as fishing, water transferring. Stop at brickwork to see how to make bricks in traditional style by printing and baking. You will visit one of plenty of coconut processing workshops located along canal. Later, take a motor-cart on shady village paths, passing by green rice fields and vegetable plains to be able to touch on real life and find out about tropical culture from Peasants. Enjoy rowing-boat along water palm creek, and boat back to pier where you will be taken to Ho Chi Minh City, arriving at around 16.00. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Departure transfer to onwards destination.

Tour Highlights

Hotels

Below Rates are in USD per Person

Valid from 01^st June 2022 – 31^st March 2023

Includes

• Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
• 07 nights hotel accommodation as per the program.
• Daily breakfast at the hotels.
• Entrance fees.
• Air Tickets for Hanoi – Danang and Hue - Ho Chi Minh.
• Private boat trip in Hue and in the Mekong Delta Ben Tre
• First class water puppet tickets and cyclo ride around Old Quarter
• Electric car at Imperial Citadel in Hue

• Ho Chi Minh Complex including the Mausoleum
• The Presidential Palace
• The Ho Chi Minh Museum
• The Temple of Literature
• Visit Ngoc Son Temple and Hoan Kiem Lake - the Ngoc Son Temple
• Boat trip around Ba Hang Floating village
• The Phuc Kien Assembly Halls
• Cruise the Perfume River by a dragon boat

• Local English / German / French / Italian / Spanish / Chinese speaking guide.
• All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private AC vehicle with driver.

• All taxes.

Excludes

• Air ticket
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Travel Insurance.
• Visa If any.
• Personal expenses

This is a guide price. Please enquire and we will provide a full personalized quote for you.  All our itineraries are tailor-made to your own requirements so can be modified however you wish.