This Vietnam Group Tour showcases the very best of our Vietnam Holidays. Travel from the cool North to the steamy South, through the country’s most contrasting regions, come face to face with history, culture, tradition, and the Vietnamese way of life that makes this country so unique. Unearth Vietnam in the deep south and its upbeat capital Saigon, officially known as Ho Chi Minh. Enjoy this bustling never changing youthful city with its amazing markets and neon nightlife before you head for the traditional experience of Mekong Delta through stilted houses, floating morning markets, rural countryside.
More of this fascinating country is unveiled as you travel to the country’s centre and the picturesque 16th-century harbour of Hoi An. Drive on one of Vietnam’s most scenic highways to the old imperial capital of Hue. Sail down the Perfume River, visit the Forbidden Purple Citadel, Thien Mu Pagoda, and sample the refined and unique Hue cuisine.
Your Vietnam Group Tour ends in the north in Vietnam’s sophisticated capital Hanoi. Walk down tree-lined boulevards along with the splendour of French colonial architecture, explore the city’s old and French quarters with its extensive markets, art galleries, eateries and coffee shops. Enjoy a water puppet performance in one of Hanoi’s theatres and watch Hanoi on parade whilst sipping ice-cold coffee in one of the cafes by Hoan Kiem Lake. From here you travel to Ha Long and cruise through thousands of sharp limestone islands at the UNESCO heritage bay of Ha Long, explore small hidden coves and impressive caves with glittering stalactites, a truly magical way to end your Vietnam group tour.
Included
Airport pick up and drop off
Accommodation as mentioned
Excursions as mentioned
Transportation in private A/C vehicle
English-speaking guide
Meals as mentioned (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner – excludes drinks)
All applicable taxes
Excluded
All flights unless included in the itinerary
Visa fees
International airport tax (included in airline ticket)
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
Beverages and personal expenses
Other excursions and entrance fees not mentioned
Travel insurance (covering cancellation, medical, repatriation, and evacuation)
Daily Travel Plan
Day 1 - Arrival & Welcome Dinner
You will be met at the airport in HCMC and then transferred to your hotel. You are then free to unwind after your flight and get settled into your new surroundings. For the evening you will be taken out for a drink followed by a welcome dinner.
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City Meals: _/_/D
Day 2 - Row Boat, Bike and Tuk-Tuk
You will drive to the Ben Tre province crossing Rach Mieu Bridge. On arrival you take a boat on the Ben Tre River, stopping at a brick kiln and a coconut processing workshop. In the afternoon you take a rowing-boat along a beautiful water palm creek and enjoy the incredible Mekong Delta.
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City Meals: B/L/_
Day 3 - City Tour & Cu Chi Tunnels
You will start your day by visiting the Reunification Palace and War Museum, with stops at the Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office and Ben Thanh Market. In the afternoon you will visit the Cu Chi Tunnels created to assist the Viet Minh to combat the French.
Overnight: Kratie Meals: B/L/_
Day 4 - Ho Chi Minh City to Hue | Flight: 1.5 hour
After catching a flight to Hue you will be transferred to your hotel, where the remainder of the day will be yours to enjoy as you wish.
Overnight: Hue Meals: B/_/_
Day 5 - City Tour
Your adventure begins as you board your boat for a trip on the Perfume River, visiting the Thien Mu Pagoda and the tombs of the emperors Tu Duc and Khai Dinh. After lunch, you will see the local Dong Ba market and take a cycle to explore the ancient streets of Hue.
Overnight: Hue Meals: B/L/_
Day 6 - Hue to Hoi An | Drive: 3 hours
Driving to Hoi An you stop at the Cham Museum in Danang to learn about the Cham culture, before a tour around Hoi An Town, visiting the Japanese Covered Bridge, Chinese Assembly Hall and a local market. There’re numerous art galleries, souvenir and tailor shops where you can get some express made-to-order clothes.
Overnight: Hoi An Meals: B/L/_
Day 7 - Half Day Tour & My Son Sanctuary
My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is considered to be in the same league as some of Southeast Asia’s greatest archaeological sites with its towers built between the 7th to 11th centuries.
Overnight: Hoi An Meals: B/_/_
Day 8 - Free Day
A free day at Hoi An to enjoy this unique city or relax by the beach.
Overnight: Hoi An Meals: B/_/_
Day 9 - Hoi An to Hanoi | Flight: 1.5 hour
Catch an early flight to Hanoi, where on arrival you will go on a Hanoi city tour, visiting Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum complex, his house on stilts, the One-Pillar Pagoda and Tran Quoc Pagoda. After lunch, you visit the Temple of Literature and take a cycle tour of the Old Quarter before finishing the day with a performance of the famous water-puppets.
Overnight: Kep Meals: B/L/_
Day 10 - Hanoi to Ha Long Bay | Drive: 3 hours
You drive to Ha Long Bay, a World Heritage Area of outstanding natural beauty; board and enjoy lunch as you set sail. Docking near the floating fishing village of Cu Van you take a sampan boat to tour the area before sunset, dinner and late-night squid fishing.
Overnight: Ha Long Bay Meals: B/L/D
Day 11 - Junk Boat Cruise
Today you take a small boat and head to Dau Be point, famous for its tunnels, lagoons, crystal waters and secluded beaches. The highlight is kayaking through the spectacular tunnels to reach the secret lagoon, before anchoring near a beautiful beach, where you can spend the afternoon.
Overnight: Ha Long Bay Meals: B/L/D
Day 12 - Ha Long Bay to Hanoi | Drive: 3 hours
Rise early with an on-board Tai Chi session before breakfast and then leaving the boat on a short trip to explore a fabulous cave and lagoon. Returning back to your boat you then sail back to Ha Long Bay having an early lunch before docking and returning back to Hanoi.
Overnight: Hanoi Meals: B/L/_
Day 13 - Depart Hanoi
Today are free to enjoy your last morning before being transferred to the airport for your departing flight.
Take a look through our country guides before traveling with us. It is the perfect preparation before you go.
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The Kingdom of Wonders
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The Land of a Million Elephants
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The Land of the Blue Dragon
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The Land of Smiles
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The Land of Golden Pagodas
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