Tour Code: BOV           

Duration: 7 days/6 nights

Destination: Hanoi – Halong – Hoian – Hochiminh City - Mekong Delta

Commence: Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City 

Conclude: Hochiminh City or Hanoi 

Ideal for travelers pushed for time, this Best of Vietnam itinerary packs the country's cultural highlights into a small timeframe. Wander wide-eyed through the lively streets of old Hanoi and stay overnight on a traditional Vietnamese junk in bewitching Halong Bay. Fly to fascinating Hoi An, with its French background lingering in the streets. While you're in Hoi An, head for the virtually abandoned stretch of sandy beach, or let a local tailor fit you up for a suit. This Vietnam itinerary ends with two days in Former Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), watching local life in the Mekong Delta as you drift lazily by.

                                                                                                                                                                          

Welcome to Vietnam! On arrival at the airport, you will be picked up and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, take a rickshaw ride rambling through the maze of Hanoi’s old quarter. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant with authentic Vietnamese cuisine. Overnight in Hanoi

Accommodation: Quoc Hoa Hotel

Today, we travel 170km East of Hanoi to Halong bay, the world natural heritage site.  Enjoy a drive through rural area with scenic views of rice paddy fields and local people at work. After 3,5 hours of driving, embark our Vietnamese wooden junk. Journey through the spectacular limestone islands and floating villages whilst having a delicious seafood lunch, then disembark to visit 'Sung Sot' or “Surprising cave” which is one of the most imposing grottos of the bay. Sail on to the next stop of Titop Island where you can swim and climb up to the top of the island for panoramic views. Tonight, you will be delighted by a candle light seafood dinner on board. 

Breakfast will be served on board with the combination of western style and local cuisine. Experience the bay up close and personal with a leisurely sampan tour to “Hang Luon” or “Lagoon Cave” for having some stunning picture of the floras and faunas system in Halong and Catba National Park then cruise back to the wharf. Enjoy yet another seafood meal on board before disembarkation for a short flight to Danang then transfer to Hoian. Overnight in Hoian.

Accommodation: Thuy Duong 3 Hotel

After your breakfast, enjoy a walking tour in the ancient town of Hoian to the Japanese Covered Bridge, Phung Hung Ancient House, Phuc Kien Assembly Hall and Chua Ong Pagoda. In the afternoon, enjoy a peaceful boat ride along the Thu Bon River to Thanh Ha Ceramic village. In the afternoon, enjoy your free time or stroll around the local stores for shopping and tailoring. Overnight in Hoian.

Accommodation: Thuy Duong 3 Hotel

Breakfast at the hotel then take a short flight to dynamic Hochiminh city, followed by an orientation visit to the Former Presidential Palace, the War Remnants Museum, the colonial Notre Dame Cathedral and the Old Saigon Post Office.  The afternoon tour leads you to the Cho Lon Quarter or “Big Market” area where city major trading activities take place. Overnight in Hochiminh city.

Accommodation: Elios Hotel

Enjoy the morning drive to the fertile Mekong Delta to visit Cai Be Floating Market, and then visit a local farm for experiencing the daily activities of the farmers. And you will be entertained by local artist with a traditional music show whilst trying locally made products like bee honey tea, rice wine...then the sampan boat ride allows you to discover the smaller backwater canals and tributaries of this region. Drive back to Hochiminh city in the afternoon. Tonight, your tour guide will host a lavish farewell celebration dinner. Overnight in Hochiminh city

Accommodation: Elios Hotel

Today, you will have free time for your own activities in Hochiminh city until the pickup time for the airport transfer to your onward flight.

     

 * 02 domestic air tickets (Hanoi - Danang and Danang - Hochiminh City)

 * 05 nights in centrally located hotels with twin or double rooms and daily breakfast.  

 * 01 night on Vietnamese Junk

 * Meal as specified in the itinerary with (B=breakfast,L=lunch,D=diner)

 * Private A/C transportation and sightseeing tickets as indicated in the itinerary

 * Professional English speaking tour guide on each location.( Other language up on request)

 * International air-ticket

 * Visa fee

 * International departure tax (If required)

 * Personal travel insurance

 * Personal expenses

 * Tip and gratuities