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Customize your tourVietnam Must-see 16 days
- Hanoi
- Ninh Binh
- Halong Bay
- Sapa
- Hue
- Hoi An
- Danang
- Saigon
- Cu Chi
- Mekong Delta
Tour type
Private
Duration
16 Days 15 Nights
Departure
Daily
Trip Highlights:
Vietnam must-sees are listed in the 16-day journey with diversified experiences:
- Explore the historical sites in the capital Hanoi, Ninh Binh, and Hue - the dreamy city
- A glimpse of Halong-Lan Ha Bay with signature spots
- Trek through majestic mountains in Sapa and learn about ethnic groups’ life
- Explore the stunning beaches in Danang and overwhelmed by the unique architecture of Hoi An Ancient Town
- From dynamic city of Saigon to the rustic lives of Mekong Delta, and a quick visual of the fierce war.
Trip Itineraries:
Day 1
Hanoi Arrival
Upon arrival, pick up and transfer to your hotel in Hanoi center. Overnight in Hanoi.
- Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle
- Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Day 2
Hanoi City Tour (B)
Breakfast at your hotel. At 9:00 am, start the day tour with highlights of Hanoi such as Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (closed on Monday and Friday), the traditional stilt house, One-Pillar Pagoda, Quan Thanh Temple and Tran Quoc Pagoda. Visit the first university - Temple of Literature before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the Ethnology Museum (closed on Monday) and Ngoc Son Temple at Hoan Kiem Lake. In the evening, enjoy a traditional water puppet show before dinner. Overnight at the hotel.
- Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle
- Guide: Local English-speaking guide
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Day 3
Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Tam Coc - Mua Cave (B)
Breakfast at the hotel. Tour guide picks you up for 2-hour transfer to Tam Coc. Take a sampan boat trip along Ngo Dong River to visit 3 caves. Later, bike around Tam Coc to admire the stunning view. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Then, visit Hoa Lu - the ancient capital of Vietnam with King Dinh Temple and King Le Temple. After that, move to Mua Cave. Here you will climb up 500 steps to see the overview of Tam Coc from above and witness the rustic beauty of the countryside and Ngo Dong River. Back to your hotel in Ninh Binh. Overnight in Ninh Binh.
- Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle
- Guide: Local English-speaking guide
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: Hotel in Ninh Binh
Day 4
Ninh Binh – Halong – Hanoi (B, L)
At 7:00 am, transfer to Halong. At 9:30 am, transferred by speedboat to Jadesails cruise at 9:30 am. Enjoy welcome drink, receive safety briefing and start cruising and explore Halong Bay. Enjoy Vietnamese fusion lunch onboard while cruising through limestone mountains. Stop at Dark and Light Cave where you can kayak on your own or sit leisurely on a bamboo boat rowed by a local to admire the scenery. Later, the cruise moves to quiet area for swimming. Join a short class of cooking demonstration and a sunset party and Happy Hour deal. Massage service available (extra charge). Back to Tuan Chau Pier at around 17:20. Return to Hanoi by bus. Arrive at your hotel in Hanoi at around 19:30. Overnight in Hanoi.
- Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle
- Guide: Local English-speaking guide on board
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Day 5
Hanoi – Sapa Free (B)
Transfer by bus from Hanoi to Sapa. Arrive in Sapa at noon. After check in your hotel, you will be free to explore the town. Meals are on your own and overnight in Sapa.
- Transfer: Shuttle luxury modern vehicle
- Guide: N/A
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: Hotel in Sapa
Day 6
Sapa – Lao Chai – Ta Van – Sapa (B, L)
After breakfast, start a morning trek to Y Linh Ho. Trekking through rice terraces and follow Muong Hoa Stream to reach Lao Chai village - home of H’mong ethnic group. Then trek 9 km more to access Ta Van Village - home of Dzay people. Back to the town. You have free time from the afternoon. Meals are on your own way. Overnight in Sapa.
- Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle
- Guide: Local English-speaking guide
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation: Hotel in Sapa
Day 7
Sapa – Local Market (Depending On The Day Of The Week) – Lao Cai – Train Back to Hanoi (B, L)
Early breakfast at the hotel then visit vibrant local market with multiple products, specially hand-crafted products. Lunch included. Dinner is on your own. Transfer to Lao Cai train station in Lao Cai City for night train back to Hanoi. Overnight on train.
- Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle/ night train
- Guide: Local English-speaking guide
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation: Deluxe wooden AC shared in 2-berth cabin
Day 8
Hanoi Arrival – Flight to Hue – City Tour
Arrive in Hanoi early in the morning (have breakfast yourself), then transferred to the airport for your flight to Hue. Join a city tour to the Hue Ancient Citadel and King Tu Duc Tomb. Meals on your own and overnight in Hue.
Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle/air-plane
- Guide: Local English-speaking guide
- Accommodation: Hotel in Hue
Day 9
Hue City – Drive to Hoi An (B)
Breakfast at the hotel. Get on a cruise to visit Thien Mu Pagoda and King Minh Mang Tomb. After lunch, leave Hue for Hoi An via Danang by our driver only. Stop by Lang Co beach and Hai Van pass on the way to capture breathtaking natural views. Check in your hotel and enjoy free time in Hoi An. Dinner is on your own. Overnight in Hoi An.
- Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle
- Guide: Local English-speaking guide
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Day 10
Hoi An Free Day (B)
Breakfast at your hotel. Today you are free to explore the ancient town. Meals are on your own. Overnight in Hoi An.
- Transfer: N/A
- Guide: N/A
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Day 11
Hoi An Free Day (B)
Breakfast at your hotel. Today you are free to explore the ancient town. Meals are on your own. Overnight in Hoi An.
- Transfer: N/A
- Guide: N/A
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Day 12
Hoi An - Danang - Mable Moutain (B)
After breakfast, the tour guide will pick you up for the transfer to Danang. Firstly, visit Marble Mountain (Ngu Hanh Son) which is made of limestone and marble. Here is a group of 5 hills with some caves, pagodas, and amazing view. Explore a traditional marble fine art village at the foot of the mountains. Transfer to your hotel in Danang. Overnight in Danang.
- Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle
- Guide: Local English-speaking guide
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: Hotel in Danang
Day 13
Danang – Fly to Ho Chi Minh City– Sightseeing (B)
Catch your flight to Saigon - the most dynamic city in Vietnam. Visit landmarks namely Reunification Palace, Central Post Office, Notre Dame Cathedral, the War Museum and Ben Thanh Market. Meals are on your own and overnight in Saigon.
- Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle/air-plane
- Guide: Local English-speaking guide
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon
Day 14
Ho Chi Minh City – Tay Ninh – Cu Chi Tunnels (B, L)
After breakfast, visit the Great Holy See Temple, one of the most impressive structures in South-East Asia. You may try to attend the midday ceremony to observe the daily mass held by the Cao Dai followers. Lunch included. In the afternoon, visit Cu Chi tunnel with an over 200km network of tunnels in the war. Back to Saigon for your free evening. Dinner is on your own and overnight in Saigon.
- Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle
- Guide: Local English-speaking guide
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon
Day 15
Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta – Can Tho (B, L)
Transfer from your hotel to Cai Be. Upon arrival, take a boat trip on a floating market. You will have a glance of local’s lives and vibrant trading activities on water. Continue to sail to the island where you can enjoy seasonal fruits before heading to Vinh Long and get back on the car to Can Tho. Dinner on your own and overnight in Can Tho.
- Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle
- Guide: Local English-speaking guide
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation: Hotel in Can Tho
Day 16
Can Tho – Floating Market – Ho Chi Minh City Departure (B, L)
Have breakfast at the hotel. Visit Cai Rang Floating Market by boat. Then, the van picks you up and back to Saigon. Enjoy a lunch break. Transfer to the airport to catch your departure flight. Trip ends.
- Transfer: Private modern AC vehicle
- Guide: Local English-speaking guide
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation: N/A
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Customize this programInclusions:
- Transportation by private 7 seats car with A/C
- Entrance fees and Sightseeing fees
- Local English-speaking guides
- Boat rentals as mentioned in the program.
- Breakfast and other meals mentioned in the program (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner)
- Accommodation in the category chosen or similar
- Domestic flights Hanoi - Hue, Danang - Saigon
- Bus Hanoi - Sapa, Private cabin 2 berths Sapa - Hanoi
Exclusions:
- International flight tickets
- Meals are not mentioned in the program, drinks and beverage during the meals
- Tips & personal expenses
- International flight tickets
- Travel insurance
- Visa to Vietnam
- Peak season or Public holidays surcharge if any
- Compulsory Gala dinner on X-Mas or New Year if any
- Any service not mentioned in the program
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