VS18 - AUTHENTIC VIETNAM - 18 DAYS

AUTHENTIC VIETNAM - 18 DAYS

Day 1. Hanoi Arrival (No Meals)

Arrival in Hanoi. We welcome and transfer you to hotel. Rest of the day is your leisure time to explore the city on your own.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2. Hanoi City tour (B,L)

Explore the Temple of Literature, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and discover the rich history of Vietnam's first university. Walk around the picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake, and visit the Ngoc Son Temple, perched on an island in the lake. Continue your exploration at the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, which showcases the diverse ethnic groups of Vietnam through fascinating exhibits and artifacts.

Take a cyclo tour for sightseeing around the Old Quarter of Hanoi.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 3. Hanoi – Sapa (B,L)

After breakfast, pick you up at hotel and transfer to Sapa. Arrival in Sapa around 13:00, take a little time for refreshment. Enjoy a tasty lunch of local Vietnamese dishes.

Then, we embark on a short trek to Cat Cat village. This village, home to the Black H'mong ethnic group, is nestled in a deep valley near the base of Fansipan Peak. With a knowledgeable guide, we explore the village, witness daily life, and visit the picturesque waterfall that once powered a French-built Hydraulic Power Station. We capture memorable photos before hiking uphill to meet our return bus to Sapa town. The trek covers 3.5 km and lasts about 2 hours. We return to Sapa Town by 17:00.

Overnight at hotel.

Day 4. Sapa → Hanoi (B,L)

After breakfast, we start our trek, get through the rice terraces in Muong Hoa valley. We reach the village of Black Hmong, see the spectacular landscape of Hoang Lien Son Mountain. Enjoy picnic lunch at Lao Chai Village.

Continue our trek to Ta Van village – home of Dzay ethnic people. Enjoy the scenery until we meet our van at Ta Van bridge and head back to Sapa town. The total trekking distance is about 12 kms and it lasts for 4.5 hours.

A late lunch will be prepared for you near the craft centre and then visit a village school. Later, we make our way back to Sapa town and return to Hanoi.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 5. Hanoi → Halong bay (B,L,D)

Morning, enjoy breakfast at hotel and depart for Halong Bay at approximately 8:00am.

Upon arrival in Halong Bay, we will board the vessel and partake in a delectable lunch. During the meal, we will cruise through thousands of stunning islands and islets. Following lunch, you may freshen up in your room before embarking on a visit to the Surprising Cave, kayaking, swimming, and other activities. Later, return to the vessel, get a drink and enjoy the picturesque sunset scenery in the bay. Halong photo.

Overnight on boat in Halong bay

Day 6. Halong bay → Hanoi (B,L)

In the morning, breakfast will be served on board. We will then proceed to cruise to a Pearl Farm village and continue exploring the enchanting Halong Bay, navigating through numerous captivating islands and islets.

During lunch on board, we will make our way back to the pier before transferring back to Hanoi.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 7. Hanoi → Hoi An (B)

Morning, your leisure in Hanoi. Afternoon, flight to Hoi An. Transfer to hotel for checking in. Rest of the day is your leisure. Stay overnight at hotel in Hoi An. (B)

Day 8. Hoi An (B,L)

Morning breakfast at hotel. Today, we start the tour by visiting My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Afternoon, visit Hoi An town on foot: Hoi An’s Colorful Local Market, Old House of Tan Ky, Fu Jian Assembly Hall, and the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 9. Hoi An – Leisure (B)

Breakfast at hotel.

Your leisure time for walking around the Old Town for shopping and relax in Hoi An.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 10. Hoi An – Leisure (B)

Breakfast at hotel.

Your leisure time for walking around the Old Town for shopping and relax in Hoi An.

Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 11. Hoi An → Nha Trang

Morning, breakfast at hotel in Hoi An. Your leisure time to explore the ancient town on your own.

Afternoon, transfer to Danang airport for flight to Nha Trang.

Overnight in Nha Trang.

Day 12. Nha Trang -Leisure (B)

Breakfast at hotel. Your leisure for relaxation at beach in Nha Trang.

Overnight in Nha Trang.

Day 13. Nha Trang -Leisure (B)

Breakfast at hotel. Your leisure for relaxation at beach in Nha Trang.

Overnight in Nha Trang.

Day 14. Nha Trang → Ho Chi Minh (B)

Morning, enjoy breakfast at hotel. Spend your time at leisure in Nha Trang until we trasnfer you to airport for flight to Ho Chi Minh.

Upon arrival in Ho Chi Minh, transfer to hotel for check-in. Rest of the day is your leisure time to explore the city on your own.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

Day 15. Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnel (B,L)

Morning, we explore the Re-Unification Palace, which was the home and workplace of the president of South Vietnam during the Vietnam War, and played a pivotal role in the war's end. Visit the Notre Dame Cathedral, a stunning example of French colonial architecture, and learn about its unique history. Continue your tour at the War Remnants Museum, which provides a thought-provoking look into the harsh realities of the Vietnam War.

Afternoon, we leave the city and drive 60km to Cu Chi, where you can delve into the intricate system of tunnels and explore the Cu Chi Tunnel, an impressive feat of engineering that played a significant role in the Vietnam War. Afterwards, enjoy tea, cassava (guerrilla's food during the war). Once the tour is complete, we will make our way back to the city.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

Day 16. Ho Chi Minh → Mekong delta (B,L)

Following breakfast at the hotel, we will depart from Ho Chi Minh and head towards Ben Tre. Our journey will include a boat trip along the Mekong River, during which we will visit a family-run business that exemplifies the idyllic rural lifestyle. We will also have the opportunity to stroll through the fruit plantation village.

Overnight in Can Tho.

Day 17. Mekong delta → Ho Chi Minh

Around 6.30am, we pick you up to visit the Cai Rang floating market which is wholesale market of fruit and vegetable at its busiest at this time of the day. Keep cruising through the small channels system and visit a rice noodle making village. Experience the “Monkey Bridge” in the Delta.

Break for lunch then return to Ho Chi Minh.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

Day 18. Ho Chi Minh - Departure

Enjoy breakfast at hotel. Spend your leisure time in the city until we transfer you to the airport for departure flight.

End of the journey!

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