Trip overview
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in SaiGon
Upon arrival in Hochiminh city, our tour guide will meet you at the airport then transfer to hotel. Enjoy some free time to refresh up then our tour guide will accompany you to a local restaurant for the welcome dinner tonight.
Accommodation: Elios Hotel
Day 2: Saigon-Cuchi tunnels (B)
Start the day with a tour to the Former Presidential Palace and the War Remnant Museum, from there on you will be able to explore all the major sights of Saigon on foot such as: The Notre Dame Cathedral, Old Saigon Post Office, Dong Khoi Street (Formerly Rue Catinat), Continental Hotel, Opera House and the City Hall.
Afterwards, we continue to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, which were an incredible underground network constructed by Vietnamese fighters during the long struggle for independence. The complex system of underground tunnels contained innumerable trap doors, specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers and kitchens. Today the remaining tunnels have become a major tourist attraction giving the visitor a unique experience and a feel of what underground life in the American/Vietnam war must have been like.
Accommodation: Elios Hotel
Day 3: Mekong Delta (B,L)
Enjoy the morning drive to the fertile Mekong Delta to visit Cai Be Floating Market, then visit a local farm for experiencing the daily activities of the farmers then you will be entertained by local artists 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.
Accommodation: Elios Hotel
Day 4: Saigon- Hanoi (B)
After 2 hours flight you will be in Hanoi, the capital city with the beautiful colonial French buildings and bustling old quarter. Our places to visit includes Ho Chi Minh quarter -which is known as Badinh square; Hanoi Hilton- the prison which is nick named by the US pilots -Former French build prison to ward jailing the Vietnamese political prisoner; Temple of Literature – the first University in Vietnam date back to 1070th now worship to Confucius.
Enjoying the old quarter of Hanoi on the cyclo tour for an hour and tonight you have the reserved seat for an unforgettable water puppet show.
Accommodation: Quoc Hoa Hotel
Day 5: Hanoi - Halong (B,L,D)
Today we leave Hanoi by road for 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.
Accommodation: Seawind Cruise
Day 6: Halong- Hanoi (B,L)
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 and then transfer back to Hanoi.
Accommodation: Quoc Hoa Hotel
Day 7: Depart Hanoi (B)
Today you will have some free time for your own activities in Hanoi before the transfer to the airport for your on ward flight.
Extension for this tour
1. Day trip to handicraft villages around Hanoi. $69/pax
2. Cooking class in Hanoi, Hoian or Hochiminh city (Half day) $69/pax
3. Sapa in Style (4 days 3 nights) $ 241/pax
4. Magical Angkor (4 days 3 nights) $599/pax
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