11-Day Classic Vietnam Tour from Ho Chi Minh City: Mekong Delta, Hoi An and Halong Bay | Meals Mentioned Included

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Product Code: 688623

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • Board a hand-rowed sampan through beautiful Mekong Delta
    • Take a trip in a unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boat
    • Relax on a scenic drive along the beautiful Hai Van Pass
    • Cruise to one of the Wonders of the World, Halong Bay
Tour Code
688623
Duration
11 day
Departure City
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
End City
Hanoi
Language
English

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Cultural & Historical

Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities

Group Size: Standard Group Tour

Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Itinerary

Day 01

Ho Chi Minh

Hotel: Acnos Hotel or similar

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Your Vietnam adventure begins with your arrival in Ho Chi Minh. Your private driver will meet you at the airport, holding a signboard with your name. He will escort you to your accommodation right in the heart of the city. You can easily explore the city at your own pace or relax at the hotel after the flight.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

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Day 02
My Tho

Explore The Mighty Mekong River

Hotel: Acnos Hotel or similar

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Leaving the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City and start your trip to depart for My Tho, the town lies on the left side of the Mekong River. Upon arrival, visit Vinh Trang pagoda which sated back to the late 19th century. Then boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands. Stop over at Unicorn Island, go walking around country lane and seeing orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, folk song music which performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation. Riding a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal and treat yourself in the beauty of the countryside, visit the family business, visit honey-bee farm, enjoy honey tea and coconut candy workshop.

Have lunch at local restaurant. Break time. In the afternoon, time for cycling around the Tan Thach village, meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong delta. Hammock relaxing and enjoy cool breeze for those can’t join the cycling trip.

Return to Ho Chi Minh City.

Visiting Attractions

  • Mekong Delta River Mekong Delta River

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Day 03
Hoi An

Ho Chi Minh - Hoi An

Hotel: KIM AN HOTEL or similar

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Relish the remaining moment in Ho Chi Minh before your private driver escorts you to the airport to take the flight to Da Nang. When you arrive at Da Nang Airport, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation in Hoi An. The rest of the time is free at leisure.

Overnight in Hoi An.

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Day 04
Hoi An

Riding A Basket Boat In Hoi An

Hotel: KIM AN HOTEL or similar

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Our English - speaking guide will meet you at the hotel around 8:00 am and take you for a cycle trip to the countryside and rivers around Hoi An. As you meander through the countryside, you will experience the friendliness of the local people greeting you along the way and enjoy the beautiful views of the neighborhood. After that, you will explore the Eco-Village Cam Thanh which is associated with the heroic history of the anti-French and anti-American war by taking a paddle boat trip in a unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boat down the waterways of a coconut palm paradise. Then you meet and engage with local fishermen, enjoy a hands-on experience of traditional net fishing and “Purple Crabs” in the canal, get some loveable handmade gifts from nipa palm leaves like hats, watches, rings ... After the boat trip, have a delicious lunch in our restaurant and cycle back to your hotel.

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Day 05
Hoi An

Hoi An

Hotel: KIM AN HOTEL or similar

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Have a free day to explore Hoi An at your own pace. The best way to explore this charming town is to rent a bicycle at the hotel and cycle around the town towards the riverside or the beach. At the beach, you will find many small cafes where you could relax with a fresh fruit drink after swimming. The water in the sea is warm and calm. You could visit a tailor-shop which could make you and your loved ones a new piece of clothes, bag or shoes overnight. In the evening we recommend you to walk around the Old Town area, which looks charming when the shops light their lanterns. You and would really feel like being in a fairy-tale. And don’t skip the colourful performances organized on the street in the evening.

Overnight in Hoi An.

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Day 06
Hue

Hoi An - Hue

Hotel: CHERISH HUE or similar

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Have breakfast at the hotel and get ready for the transfer from Hoi An to Hue by private car. You will drive through one of the most beautiful roads in the world - Hai Van Pass. You will be blown away by the stunning views of the mountains and the sea. Upon arrival in Hue check in the hotel and have free time to explore the surrounding area.

Overnight in Hue.

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Day 07
Hanoi

Fly From Ancient Capital Hue To The Beating Heart Of Vietnam - Hanoi

Hotel: San Premium Hotel or similar

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Relish the remaining moment in Hue before your private driver escorts you to the airport to take the flight to Hanoi. When you arrive at Noi Bai Airport, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation in the Old Quarter. The rest of the time is free at leisure.

Overnight in Hanoi.

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Day 08

Cruising to The New 7th Wonder Of The World - Halong Bay

Hotel: LE JOURNEY CRUISE or similar

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Halong Bay is a natural wonder of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site, and once you arrive there, you will understand why. Get ready to be amazed by the world's most breathtaking views, and have a relaxing time on the cruise, enjoying the exciting activities we have prepared for you.

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and leave Hanoi for Halong Bay. The cruise team will meet you at the hotel lobby between 8:00-9:00 am (we will confirm the exact time the day before the tour). Arrive at the jetty around noon and take a boat to the cruise. After a welcome onboard and check-in, lunch will be served while the cruise is making its way through the hundreds of islets. In the afternoon, enjoy some activities such as swimming and kayaking or visiting caves (depending on each boat’s itinerary), or just spend relaxing time on board. Towards the end of the day, the boat sets anchor for the night in a beautiful place, so don't miss the sunset before having dinner.

Overnight on board.

Visiting Attractions

  • Halong Bay Halong Bay

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Day 09
Hanoi

Morning In Vietnam's Most Spectacular Bay - Hanoi

Hotel: San Premium Hotel or similar

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The sun rises on Halong in the morning, and breakfast is served while the vessel cruises slowly back toward the port. Enjoy an early lunch before arriving at the port and disembarking. Then you will be transferred back to Hanoi. The rest of the day is free to explore the city on your own.

Overnight in Hanoi.

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Day 10
Hanoi

Hanoi Free Day - Optional City Tour by Group Tour

Hotel: San Premium Hotel or similar

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Optional City Tour by Group Tour - USD 50 per person



8h00 – 8h30: Our Tour guide and our Bus pick up at your hotel and start to discover Hanoi City



08h45: Arrive at Tran Quoc Pagoda located on Golden Fish Island in West Lake. It is the oldest pagoda in Hanoi built in the 6th century. 



09h30: Visit Ho Chi Minh Complex, the final resting place of Vietnamese great father or Uncle Ho. You have a chance to see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh then walk around the garden to see 2 houses where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. 



Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Goddess of Mercy – It is the most unique pagoda in the world. 



- Should dress modestly by covering from shoulders to knees when visiting Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, temples, pagodas…



- Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays. But still can take picture of the Mausoleum and visit around that area. 



- Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed at least 2 months (15th June -15th August) for the annual maintaining.



11h15: Visit Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in the whole country of Vietnam.



Special Note: We will visit Vietnamese Women’s Museum instead of Vietnam Ethnology Museum closed on Mondays. 



12h45: Have lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine. Vegetarian foods are available.



14h00-14h15: Continue to visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, The Temple of Literature (Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam) is one of the most attractive tourist spots in Northern Vietnam. The Temple of Literature was founded in 1070.



15h15: Keep going to visit Hoa Lo Prison, the prison was built by the French, from 1886 to 1901, when Vietnam was still a part of French Indochina. The French called the prison Maison Centrale. The prison was called “A Hell on Earth” and now the prison is like a war museum for those who want to understand more about the war against France of Vietnamese people.



16h30: Our Bus take you back to the Hotel. We finish the trip!



Overnight in Hanoi.


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Day 11
Hanoi

Time To Say Goodbye - Hanoi Departure

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Relish a healthy breakfast on the final day of your trip to Vietnam. Complete the hotel check-out formalities, after which you can visit the local markets to buy souvenirs for your loved ones. Later your private driver will transfer you to the airport to take your flight back home.



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Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • 9-night accommodations
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Service charges and local taxes
    • Meal as per the tour program
    • English speaking guide
    • Kayaking boat in Halong bay
    • Flight Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang with 20kg luggage/person
    • Flight Hue to Hanoi with 20kg luggage/person

Package Excludes

    • International flights and departure taxes
    • Beverage, personal expenses, tips and gratuities
    • Travel insurance
    • Public holiday surcharge
    • Compulsory Gala Dinner on 24 Dec, 31 Dec, and 21 Jan (Tet)
    • Early check-in and late check-out (If not mentioned)
    • Surcharge for airport cabs from 12:00am - 05:00am
    • Other services not mentioned above
    • Optional Tour
    • Visa to Vietnam (can be applied online)

Special Notes

    • Cancellation Policy
      * 33 days or more prior to departure date: 10% of full payment + applicable airfare cancellation fees (if any);
      * 32-17 days prior to departure date: 45% of full payment + applicable airfare cancellation fees (if any);
      * 16-10 days prior to departure date: 70% of full payment;
      * 9 days or less prior to departure date: 100% of full payment;
      * No-show: 100% of full payment. Once the trip has started, no refunds will be provided for unused services due to early departure, late arrival, or missed tour days.
  • Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
  • This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Pricing Info

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* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively
* Price for Child applies when child of 3-11 years stays as the 3rd person in one standard hotel room.
* Infants below the age of 2 must pay an additional charge of $105.00 for a seat in coach, and share a room with two/three adults (one infant per room maximum).
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child/infant.
* We have the right to change your accommodation into split rooms.

Reservation Info

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    2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
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    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
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    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.

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