Vietnam classic tour special offer to show world travelers pride of Vietnam

This Vietnam classic tour is a special offer to show world travelers our pride of Vietnam Travel - World Heritage sites that have been listed by UNESCO. The trip includes Halong Bay, Hue, Hoian as well as Myson Hollyland. Besides a sightseeing program, this tour provides lots of free time to make your own explorations which makes your trip more relaxing after the more intense organised visits.

Day 1: Vietnam classic tour - Arrive Hanoi (D)
Warmly welcome on arrival Hanoi airport. Transfer to hotel. At leisure
Afternoon you will take a private walking city tour to visit local market and Hanoi Old Quarter known for its 36 streets and former craft guilds. Evening enjoy a water puppet performance. Welcome dinner at local restaurant. Overnight in Hanoi

Day 2: Hanoi (B, L, D)
Full-day private city Vietnam classic tour. The post-colonial capital city of Hanoi is a unique Asian city with tree-lined boulevards, French colonial architecture, numerous lakes, pagodas and temples. This full day tour takes you around Hanoi 's most interesting sights, including the Ho Chi Minh Complex: Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum and his Stilt House, Presidential Palace and the One Pillar Pagoda nearby. Also on the tour - the Lake of the Restored Sword and Ngoc Son Temple, the Temple of Literature, peaceful West Lake with lovers' street Thanh Nien, the sedate Tran Quoc Pagoda and Quan Thanh Temple and one of the city's museums, either the History Museum or the Ethnology Museum. Overnight in Hanoi

Day 3: Vietnam classic tour Ha Noi - Ha Long (B, L, D)
Our trip cannot be considered complete without visiting Halong Bay, one of the world's wonders and probably the most stunning scenery in Vietnam. Arriving in Halong, we board our special boat to cruise on the emerald waters dotted with thousands of islands and islets of this limestone archipelago. Overnight in Halong

Day 4: Ha Long - Hoi An (B, L, D)
We take an early drive from the unforgettable Halong Bay directly to Noi Bai airport for the flight to Danang. After a short drive from Danang, we reach Hoi An, the old merchant town of central Vietnam. In the evening, we walk the quiet streets and explore on our own. Overnight in Hoi An

Day 5: Hoi An - Da Nang (B, L, D)
In the morning we wander through this town filled with charm, which was once a flourishing port and meeting place of eastern and western culture during the Nguyen dynasty. Lining the narrow streets, we can see many old houses, combining the typical architectural styles of three nations: Vietnam, China and Japan. After lunch, we continue on to Non Nuoc , where we can walk up the steps to the Ngu Hanh Marble Mountains and admire the beauty of the caves. Upon arriving in Danang, we visit the fascinating Cham Museum. Overnight in Danang

Day 6: Vietnam classic tour Da Nang – Hue (B, L, D)
Travelling North over the breathtaking Hai Van Pass, we descend into Hue, the ancient Imperial City of the Nguyen Kings. From the center of Hue, we board a dragon boat and travel on the scenic Huong River (Perfume River) to Thien Mu Pagoda (built in 1601 by King Nguyen Hoang), followed by a visit to the impressive tomb of King Ming Mang. Overnight in Hue

Day 7: Hue - Ho Chi Minh City (B, L, D)
Vietnam classic tour. A part of the day is spent exploring the Imperial Citadel and Forbidden City, where the Nguyen Kings settled and ruled Vietnam. The great value of this ancient landmark is the royal architectural complex, which has been officially recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Before taking the flight to Ho Chi Minh City, we stop at the fascinating Dong Ba Market, where we can experience the bustle of daily life in Hue City. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

Day 8: Ho Chi Minh City ( B, L, D)
We will drive to visit Re-unification palace, the former head quarters of anti-communism in the south during Vietnam War. We then take a short walk to visit the Vietnam War Remnant Museum, full of relics from Vietnam war which is scary but really worth to visit. We go to Notre-Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office to have a look and take picture. We will visit XQ hand embroidery pictures contributed a new color for Vietnam hand embroidery. Then stroll around the central market Ben Thanh. Have time for lunch

In the afternoon, we continue to visit China Town which has a population of over 1 million Chinese people. The highlight of China Town is the Binh Tay market where you can see busy merchants from every corner of this part of the city. We visit Thien Hau Pagoda and a handicraft factory before heading back to your hotel. Overnight at HCMC

Day 9: Tay Ninh - Cu Chi (B, L, D)
Vietnam classic tour Leaving Ho Chi Minh City, we drive west to the home of the unusual Cao Dai religion and look inside the temple while attending the noon time service. On the way back, we stop at Cu Chi, an area that played a very important role in the war against both the French and the Americans. This famous network of underground tunnels provides us with a remarkable insight into the hardship and cruelty of any war. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 10: Ho Chi Minh City - My Tho (B, L, D)
Today we travel further South to My Tho and experience the Mekong Delta's intricate waterways by sampan. We visit Thoi Son Island and taste typical fruit of the Delta. Our exploration includes a walk through the lush fruit orchards and a chance to enjoy the hospitality of the locals before returning to Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 11: Depart Ho Chi Minh City (B)
Free time until transfer to the airport for the departure flight. End of tour services
Contact us now

Tel: +84.4.371 85750; Hotline: +84.977102103

Fax: +84.4.371 85750

Email: info@customvietnamtravel.com

Office: No 116/32/76 An Duong, Tay Ho, Hanoi, Vietnam

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Vietnam classic tour - What you are exxpected from Vietnam most attractive destinations

This Vietnam classic tour includes all interesting attractions and you will see a diversified Vietnam from HCMC, the most exciting city of Vietnam, visiting Vietnam war's famous site, Cu Chi Tunnels then continue your classic trip to Mekong delta to experience people's life on water. Flight to Nha Trang for break at one of world's most beautiful bays before coming to Hoi An, the ancient town is among the best tourist destinations in Asia. After Hoi An, we drive to Hue, the charming, romantic and poetic city to learn about the ups and downs of Vietnam history. Hanoi, the capital city where you will see a litte Vietnam and Hanoi is the base for your travel to Tam Coc - Halong bay on rice fields, Sapa - Queen of mountains, Halong Cruise - Simply the best!

This "Vietnam classic tour all in one" is just a suggested itinerary and we can always customize it to suit your travel date, type of travel, length of stay, budget... and activities. Your tour is an individual tour with a flexible schedule. There is no other traveler on the tour. You will have a private English speaking tour guide and a private air-conditioned vehicle at each destination.
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh Arrival

Meals: None

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Saigon tops list of the most attractive destinations and tours of Vietnam are diversified. Moreover, your travel in Vietnam organised by Custom Vietnam Travel, will definitely be the best holiday ever. Arrive at Tan Son Nhat airport, welcome by our private tour guide and driver and transfer to you hotel for check in. Ho Chi Minh, the most exciting city of Vietnam, a mecca of commerce, also a city with a chequered history and a rich culture, its pagodas, museums, public buildings, parks and boulevards make it one of the most delightful Vietnam classic tours and cities to visit in Vietnam.

Free time at leisure. Overnight in a Ho Chi Minh hotel.

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh – Cu Chi Tunnels – Ho Chi Minh

Meals: B, L

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Cu Chi Tunnels, Vietnam classic tour

Morning pick up from the hotel for Cu Chi Tunnels tour, en route to visit the bustling market at Thu Dao Mot. Upon arrival in Cu Chi, we visit the incredible underground tunnel network of approximately 200 kilometres hand-constructed by Vietnamese guerillas during the long struggle for independence where you will understand more about the Vietnam War or American War, a must see Vietnam Tour for any tourists to learn about Vietnam past and present days. Afternoon drive back to Ho Chi Minh.

Classic tour reveal Vietnam life time

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival
Vietnam classic tour - Hanoi tops list of the most attractive destinations and tours of Vietnam are diversified. Moreover, your classic travel in Vietnam organised by Custom Vietnam Travel, will definitely be the best holiday ever. Upon arrival, our private Vietnam Tours guide and driver will welcome your Vietnam classic holiday, pick up and transfer to the hotel for check in. Hanoi, a city where the exotic chic of old Asia blends with the dynamic face of new Asia. Where the medieval and modern co-exist. A city with a blend of Parisian grace and Asian pace, an architectural museum piece evolving in harmony with its history, rather than bulldozing through like many of the region’s capitals. Hanoi is where imagination becomes reality.

Free at leisure. Overnight in a Hanoi hotel.

Day 2: Hanoi – Train to Sapa

Meals: B

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Hanoi without a doubt is a beautiful stop for your classic trip. Today, we enjoy a full day city tour of this charming capital city including the mausoleum of the nation's founder Ho Chi Minh (close on Monday & Friday), the Presidential Palace, the Ho Chi Minh's house on stilts, the One Pillar Pagoda, the Temple of Literature, the impressive Ethnologic Museum (or Museum of Fine Arts, Army Museum, History Museum, Woman Museum, Hoa Lo Prison), the beautiful West Lake, the Tran Vu Pagoda, the peaceful lake of the Restored Sword. Late afternoon we take a cyclo tour for a short excursion through the bustling old quarter streets named after the specific goods once offered for sale at these places. Enjoy a glass of "Bia Hoi - draught beer - included" at Ta Hien Street before we enjoy a fantastic traditional water puppet show.

Vietnam classic homestay experiences

Since this is a private Vietnam classic tour, the price per person varies and depends on many aspects, such as your group size, the hotel ratings and your departure date. If you want to get a custom price quote for this tour, please fill out the online inquiry form and give us as much information as possible about your Vietnam trip or drop us an email at info@customvietnamtravel.com. Our professional Vietnam classic travel consultants will be at your service.Vietnam classic tour in details:

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival

Meals: None

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Vietnam classic tour, Vietnam tops list of the most attractive destinations and tours of Vietnam are diversified. Moreover, your travel in Vietnam organised by Vivutravel, will definitely be the best holiday ever. Upon arrival, our private Vietnam Tours guide and driver will welcome you, pick up and transfer to the hotel for check in. Hanoi, a city where the exotic chic of old Asia blends with the dynamic face of new Asia. Where the medieval and modern co-exist. A city with a blend of Parisian grace and Asian pace, an architectural museum piece evolving in harmony with its history, rather than bulldozing through like many of the region’s capitals. Hanoi is where imagination becomes reality.

Free at leisure. Overnight in a Hanoi hotel.

Day 2: Hanoi – Train to Sapa

Meals: B, L

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Temple of Literature Hanoi without a doubt is a beautiful stop for your classic tour in Vietnam. Today, we enjoy a full day city tour of this charming capital city including the mausoleum of the nation's founder Ho Chi Minh (close on Monday & Friday), the Presidential Palace, the Ho Chi Minh's house on stilts, the One Pillar Pagoda, the Temple of Literature, the impressive Ethnologic Museum (or Museum of Fine Arts, Army Museum, History Museum, Woman Museum, Hoa Lo Prison), the beautiful West Lake, the Tran Vu Pagoda, the peaceful lake of the Restored Sword. Late afternoon we take a cyclo tour for a short excursion through the bustling old quarter streets named after the specific goods once offered for sale at these places. Enjoy a glass of "Bia Hoi - draught beer - included" at Ta Hien Street before we enjoy a fantastic traditional water puppet show. This evening, we will transfer you to the train station to experience a Vietnam train ride to Lao Cai.

Day 3: Lao Cai – Sapa Homestay 

Meals: B, L, D

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SapaPick up at the train station by our guide and driver, short drive to Sapa where we have already arrange a room at our hotel for you to have shower and breakfast. Sapa - The Queen of the Mountains, overlooking a beautiful valley, lofty mountains towering over the town on all sides, Sapa Tour is gateway to another world of mysterious minority cultures and luscious landscapes and great choice for Vietnam Tours maker to arrange Vietnam Culture Tours, Vietnam Trekking Tours, Vietnam Homestay Tours. This morning, you are free at leisure to explore Sapa. After Lunch in Sapa, we start our trip by trekking ~ 12km to Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai and Ta Van village of the H’mong and the Dzay minorities. During your way, you will have opportunity to see people working on beautiful rice terraces and visit some of the local families, via your guide, you will learn many interesting things about the ethnic minorities culture and life. Upon arrival at the homestay, greeting to the family, the rest of the day, you can walk around to explore the village or help your guide cook delicious Vietnamese food for dinner. Overnight at Ta Van village with a Day family.

Day 4: Giang Ta Chai – Ban Ho Hometay

Meals: B, L, D

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After your breakfast with pancake made by your host family, we continue trekking to Giang Ta Chai village and Su Pan village of the red Dzao minority. After picnic lunch at a roadside famliy, we keep on hiking to Ban Ho, the village lies within a beautiful valley, home to the Tay minority people who have their traditional house on stilts and it is where we will spend the night. Upon arrival, you are free at leisure. Again, you can join your guide to prepare dinner or walk to explore the village's school...Overnight in Ban Ho.

 Sapa Travel

Day 5: Ban Ho – Sapa – Lao Cai & Train to Hanoi 

Meals: B

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2km walking to a very nice waterfall discovered and named “the Lavie” by the French during the colonial time in Vietnam. Enjoy swimming then go up to the mountain to visit a small hamlet of the Red Dzao people called Nam Toong before getting back to Ban Ho for the pick up by car back to Sapa. Again, we have already arranged a room for you to have shower before the short drive to Lao Cai railway station for a night train to Hanoi.

 Day 6: Hanoi – Ha Long Cruise

Meals: B, L, D

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Halong Cruises, Halong Tour, Halong Junk, Vietnam Tours

Pick up from the train station, this morning, we have already arranged a room in a mini hotel for you to have shower and breakfast. We start at 8.00 A.M for the 3 hour drive (170 km) through the Red River Delta, which offers plenty of chances for taking photos of Vietnamese farmers tilling the vast green paddy fields. At half way, we'll have a visit to a handicraft workshop with fine clothes, embroidered paintings, stone statuettes and all kinds of gems mined in Vietnam such as star rubies or sapphires... Our destination is the World Heritage Site of Ha Long Bay. The bay offers some 3000 mountain islands and islets towering in the Gulf of Tonkin in the East Vietnam Sea.

Upon arrival, you'll be welcomed on board our luxury junk and treated with wine and fresh local seafood. As our junk gliding further into the tranquility of Ha Long Bay amid the towering mountain cliffs and on the emerald green water, you'll have relaxing time combining the fine tastes of the wine and the freshness of Ha Long Bay. During the cruise, we'll stop some times for visiting the amazing Sung Sot cave and the Ti Top white sand beach before anchoring for the night. Overnight on board the junk in the wild of Halong Bay.

Day 7: Hanoi – Ha Long – Flight to Hue 

Meals: B
Halong TravelIt is said that your Vietnam Tours will not be complete without a tour to Halong Bay and spending one night on romantic Halong Cruise. People describe Halong Bay as majestic and mysterious, inspiring and imperious and words alone cannot do justice to the natural wonder that is Halong Bay, a priceless collection of unfinished sculptures hewn from the hand of nature.

After breakfast, we'll take a little sampan to visit a secret lagoon of Ha Long Bay while the surrounding mountains are just waking up. After that our cruise takes us further into the Bay of Bai Tu Long traveling past the Human Head Island, the Turtle Island, and the Duck Islet... to the studio site where the famous Indochine film was shot. Around noon, our junk travels back to the harbor, pick up and drive back to Hanoi. Stop in Hai Duong to visit the famous Con Son pagoda. Transfer back to Hanoi Airport for your afternoon flight with Vietnam airlines to Hue. Pick up and transfer to your hotel, evening free at leisure in Hue.
Overnight in a Hue hotel.

Day 8: Hue Tour

 Meals: B, L

Hue is one of places, which has many cultural heritages. Up to now, there is no place like Hue remaining a lot of originally historical vestiges as in this ancient Capital City and favorite destination for all Vietnam classic tours. After breakfast, our tour starts with the visit to Imperial Citadel before taking the beautiful boat trip on the romantic Perfume River and visit Hue's best-known religious site-Thien Mu Pagoda and the Mausoleum of former emperor Minh Mang in a tranquil setting of gardens and lakes. Return to the hotel. Free at leisure. Overnight in a Hue hotel.
Day 9: Hue – Hoi An Homestay

 Meals: B, L

After breakfast, we drive to Hoi An, a major Asian trading port in the 17th and 18th centuries whose architecture and relaxed lifestyle has changed little over the years. This scenic drive passes through the fishing village of Lang Co before climbing over the Pass of Ocean Clouds. Along the way, stop in Danang to visit the Cham Museum, which contains the finest collection of Cham sculptures in the world. Upon arrival in Hoi An, free to take walking tour of the Hoi An ancient town centre. Overnight in Hoi An at Vuon Trau Homestay.

Day 10 &11: Hoi An Free Days

Meals: B
Hoi An ancient town - highlight of any tour to Vietnam that no Vietnam classic tour maker would skip, is an exceptionally well-preserved example of a South-East Asian trading port dating from the 15th to the 19th century. Its buildings and its street plan reflect the influences, both indigenous and foreign, that have combined to produce this unique heritage site.

 Day free to cycle through rice paddies in the countryside of Hoi An ancient town, shop for souvenirs among the antique shops and art galleries, or just sit at sidewalk cafes and soak up the atmosphere of this quaint town. Or relax on the white sandy beach of the famous Danang Beach. Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 12: Hoi An – Danang – Flight to Ho Chi Minh 

Meals: B

Saigon Travel After breakfast, our Vietnam tour guide and driver in Hoi An will transfer you to the airport for the morning flight with Vietnam airlines to Ho Chi Minh (VN). Arrive at Tan Son Nhat airport, transfer to the hotel in Saigon, the most exciting city of Vietnam, a mecca of commerce, also a city with a chequered history and a rich culture, its pagodas, museums, public buildings, parks and boulevards make it one of the most delightful places to visit in Vietnam. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel, free time at leisure.

Overnight in a Ho Chi Minh hotel.

 Day 13: Ho Chi Minh – Cu Chi Tunnels – Ho Chi Minh  

Meals: B, L 

Morning pick up from the hotel for Cu Chi Tunnels tour, en route to visit the bustling market at Thu Dao Mot. Upon arrival in Cu Chi, we visit the incredible underground tunnel network of approximately 200 kilometres hand-constructed by Cu Chi Tunnels, Cu Chi Tour, Vietnam TourVietnamese guerillas during the long struggle for independence where you will understand more about the Vietnam War or American War, a must see Vietnam Tour for any tourists to learn about Vietnam past and present days. Afternoon drive back to Ho Chi Minh. Overnight in a Ho Chi Minh hotel.

Day 14: Ho Chi Minh – Cai Be floating Market – Can Tho Homestay 

Meals: B, L, D

 Today we will start our exploration of the Mekong Delta, a major rice producing area. This must be one of the most fascinating riverine deltas in the world. The Mekong splits into nine major arteries. A vast network of rivers and waterways with thousands of ships of all sizes plowing the waters gives the Mekong Delta a very special atmosphere and no double one of the most favorite destinations for Vietnam Tours. On arrival, we will make a boat trip to the Cai Be floating Market, visit villages and meet the people of the Mekong Delta. Continue your boat trip to An Binh Island for Lunch in a local family and bike trip in the afternoon. Continue to Can Tho – the heart of Mekong Delta in Vietnam. Continue to Can Tho and transfer from Ninh Kieu wharf to local people’s house for homestay by shuttle boat. Visit local homes & orchards and participate in local activities such as gardening, fishing, ploughing. Have dinner at the home. Tonight, we spend the unique night in a homestay with local family. Overnight in a Can Tho hotel.

Cai Rang Floating Market, Mekong Delta Tour, Vietnam classic tour Day 15: Can Tho Homestay – Ho Chi Minh 

Meals: B, L

In the morning, we make a the boat cruise to see the Cai Rang floating market (the nicest one with heaps of rowing boats), the beautiful scenery and the daily activities of the locals who lives along the Mekong canals and you will roam through the village to visit a rice husking mill, a rice noodles making shop which are nice chances to discover the daily life of Vietnamese people in Mekong Delta. Afternoon, drive back to Ho Chi Minh.  Overnight in a Ho Chi Minh hotel.

Day 16: Ho Chi Minh Departure

Meals: B

Free time at leisure for you to wrap up your memorial Vietnam classic trip until Custom Vietnam Travel's private guide will see you off at the airport with the sincere thanks for your travel to Vietnam and with Custom Vietnam Travel. We hope that you have enjoyed your Vietnam trip and look forward to welcoming you back for your next Vietnam classic tours, goodbye and see you again!!!

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Contact us now

Tel: +84.4.371 85750; Hotline: +84.977102103

Fax: +84.4.371 85750

Email: info@customvietnamtravel.com

Office: No 116/32/76 An Duong, Tay Ho, Hanoi, Vietnam

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Vietnam classic tour package - see all the highlights of Vietnam

This Vietnam classic tour package is created for the ones who do not have much time but still want to see all the highlights of Vietnam. This Vietnam classic tour can be reversed to start in Saigon and end in Hanoi. It is also possible to add some nights in Sapa if you have more time and extend some nights at the beach of Muine/Phan Thiet, Phu Quoc or Nha Trang in the end.

This Vietnam Classic Holiday in your eyes is just a suggested itinerary and we can always customize it to suit your travel date, type of travel, length of stay, budget... and activities.


ITINERARY

VIETNAM-HOLIDAY-IN-YOUR-EYES

Since this is a private Vietnam classic tour, the price per person varies and depends on many aspects, such as your group size, the hotel ratings and your departure date. If you want to get a custom price quote for this classic tour, please fill out the online inquiry form and give us as much information as possible about your Vietnam trip or drop us an email at info@vivutravel.com. Our professional Vietnam travel consultants will be at your service.

Vietnam Classic Holiday in brief:

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival

Meals: D

+Guide 

Hanoi Vietnam tops list of the most attractive destinations and tours of Vietnam are diversified. Moreover, your travel in Vietnam organised by Vivutravel, will definitely be the best holiday ever. Upon arrival, our private Vietnam Tour guide and driver will welcome your Vietnam Holiday, pick up and transfer to the hotel for check in. Hanoi, a city where the exotic chic of old Asia blends with the dynamic face of new Asia. Where the medieval and modern co-exist. A city with a blend of Parisian grace and Asian pace, an architectural museum piece evolving in harmony with its history, rather than bulldozing through like many of the region’s capitals. Hanoi is where imagination becomes reality.

Arrive at your hotel (check in if room is available) It is time to refresh after long journey before we take you for a walk to explore old quarters of Hanoi then invite you a beautiful welcome dinner and a unique show of northern rural Water Puppet art form. Overnight in a Ha Noi hotel.



Day 2: Ha Long bay Cruise – the World heritage 

Meals: B, L, D

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Halong Kayak
Halong tour must be the most beautiful tour in Vietnam for any Vietnam Holidays. We start at 8.00 A.M for the 3 hour drive (170 km) through the Red River Delta, which offers plenty of chances for taking photos of Vietnamese farmers tilling the vast green paddy fields. At half way, we'll have a visit to a handicraft workshop with fine clothes, embroidered paintings, stone statuettes and all kinds of gems mined in Vietnam such as star rubies or sapphires... Our destination is the World Heritage Site of Ha Long Bay. The bay offers some 3000 mountain islands and islets towering in the Gulf of Tonkin in the East Vietnam Sea.

Upon arrival, you'll be welcomed on board our luxury junk and treated with wine and fresh local seafood. As our junk gliding further into the tranquility of Ha Long Bay amid the towering mountain cliffs and on the emerald green water, you'll have relaxing time combining the fine tastes of the wine and the freshness of Ha Long Bay. During the cruise, we'll stop some times for visiting the amazing Sung Sot cave and the Ti Top white sand beach before anchoring for the night. Overnight on board the junk in the wild of Halong Bay.



Day 3: Halong Cruise – Hanoi – Hue

Meals: Brunch

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Halong Cruise
It is said that your Vietnam Tours will not be complete without a tour to Halong Bay and spending one night on romantic Halong Cruise. People describe Halong Bay as majestic and mysterious, inspiring and imperious and words alone cannot do justice to the natural wonder that is Halong Bay, a priceless collection of unfinished sculptures hewn from the hand of nature.

After breakfast, we'll take a little sampan to visit a secret lagoon of Ha Long Bay while the surrounding mountains are just waking up. After that our cruise takes us further into the Bay of Bai Tu Long traveling past the Human Head Island, the Turtle Island, and the Duck Islet... to the studio site where the famous Indochine film was shot. Around noon, our junk travels back to the harbor, pick up and drive back to Hanoi. Stop in Hai Duong to visit the famous Con Son pagoda. Transfer back to Hanoi Airport for your afternoon flight with Vietnam airlines to Hue. Pick up and transfer to your hotel, evening free at leisure in Hue.
Overnight in a Hue hotel.

Day 4: Hue City Tour

Meals: B, L

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Hue TourIf you are interested in Vietnam history, Vietnam culture, Temples, Pagoda... then Hue is the must see city of your Vietnam trip, because Hue is one of places, which has many cultural heritages. Up to now, there is no place like Hue remaining a lot of originally historical vestiges as in this ancient Capital City and "must see" Vietnam Tours. After breakfast, our tour starts with the visit to Imperial Citadel before taking the beautiful boat trip on the romantic Perfume River and visit Hue's best-known religious site-Thien Mu Pagoda and the Mausoleum of former emperor Minh Mang in a tranquil setting of gardens and lakes. Return to the hotel. Free at leisure. Overnight in a Hue hotel



Day 5: Hue – Da Nang – Hoi An

Meals: B, L

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Hoi An VietnamAfter breakfast, we drive to Hoi An,  a major Asian trading port in the 17th and 18th centuries whose architecture and relaxed lifestyle has changed little over the years and for sure, Hoi An is a wonderful destination for all kinds of Vietnam Tours. This scenic drive passes through the fishing village of Lang Co before climbing over the Pass of Ocean Clouds. Along the way, stop in Danang to visit the Cham Museum which contains the finest collection of Cham sculptures in the world. Upon arrival in Hoi An, free to take walking tour of the Hoi An ancient town centre. Overnight in a Hoi An hotel.



Day 6: Hoi An Free Day

Meals: B

Hoi AnThere is no better place for break during your Vietnam holidays and Hoi An Ancient Town - highlight of any tour to Vietnam that no Vietnam Tours maker would skip, is an exceptionally well-preserved example of a South-East Asian trading port dating from the 15th to the 19th century. Its buildings and its street plan reflect the influences, both indigenous and foreign, that have combined to produce this unique heritage site.

Day free to cycle through rice paddies in the countryside of Hoi An ancient town, shop for souvenirs among the antique shops and art galleries, or just sit at sidewalk cafes and soak up the atmosphere of this quaint town. Or relax on the white sandy beach of the famous Danang Beach. Overnight in a Hoi An hotel.



Day 7: Da Nang – Flight to Ho Chi Minh City

Meals: B, L

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SaigonAfter breakfast, our private Vietnam tour guide in Hoi An will pick you up for the drive to Danang airport for the flight with Vietnam airlines to Ho Chi Minh, a nice stop of your travel in Vietnam. Arrive at Tan Son Nhat airport, welcome by our private Vietnam tour guide and driver and transfer to you hotel for check in. Ho Chi Minh, the most exciting city of Vietnam, a mecca of commerce, also a city with a chequered history and a rich culture, its pagodas, museums, public buildings, parks and boulevards make it one of the most delightful Vietnam Tours and cities to visit in Vietnam. On arrival, we will do short city tour including Reunification Palace, Vietnam War musuem, Notre Dame Cathedral and Ben Thanh Market. Overnight in a Ho Chi Minh hotel.



Day 8: Ho Chi Minh – Tay Ninh – Cu Chi Tunnels – Ho Chi Minh

Meals: B, L

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Cu Chi TunnelsAfter breakfast, enjoy a morning drive through typical southern Vietnamese countryside to Tay Ninh Province in the west of Vietnam. At Tay Ninh visit the incredible Cao Dai Great Temple, with architecture that could have come straight from a Walt Disney fantasy and where all the major faiths of the world blend together in a unique religious cocktail. In the afternoon, visit the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, an underground tunnel network constructed by Vietnamese resistance fighters during the long struggle for independence where you will understand more about the Vietnam War or American War, a must see Vietnam Tour for any tourists to learn about Vietnam past and present days. Overnight in a Ho Chi Minh hotel.

Day 9: Ho Chi Minh – Mekong Delta – Ho Chi Minh

Meals: B, L

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Mekogn TourToday, we continue our Vietnam travel with the interesting visit to Cai be floating market. 6 am : Pick up at your hotel in HCMC. Depart for Cai Be by private ca, stop to take photos in Tan An town overlooking the picturesque flat rice fields. On arrival in Cai Be, set off by motor boat to visit the Cai Be floating market and watch the locals trading fruit and many other commodities on board their vessels. Then wander into the small villages to visit the orchard and fruit plantation. Keep cruising to Vinh Long through a series of small canals to experience the charms of the Upper Mekong Delta. Visit a small family business to see how coconut candy and crispy rice popcorn are made. Arrive in Binh Hoa Phuoc village, the green pearl of Vinh Long town, where you can immerse yourself in nature. Enjoy a lunch of fresh river food served in the heart of the garden accompanied by traditional southern Vietnamese folk music. Take a delightful walk through the bonsai garden. Meet the car/van in Vinh Long. Return to HCMC. Arrive back at your hotel at around 5pm. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City hotels.
Day 10: Ho Chi Minh city – Departure

Meals: B

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Free time at leisure for you to wrap up your memorial Vietnam Holiday until private guide will see you off at the airport with the sincere thanks for your travel to Vietnam and with Custom Vietnam Travel. We hope that you have enjoyed your Vietnam classic trip and look forward to welcoming you back for your next Vietnam Tours, goodbye and see you again!!!

Must-see places for tailor made Vietnam Classic Tour

This Vietnam classic tour package is created for the ones who do not have much time but still want to see all the highlights of Vietnam. This Vietnam tour can be reversed to start in Hanoi and end in Saigon. It is also possible to extend some nights at the beach of Muine/Phan Thiet, Phu Quoc, Nha Trang at the end.

This Vietnam Classic Tour at a glance is just a suggested itinerary and we can always customize it to suit your travel date, type of travel, length of stay, budget... and activities.

ITINERARY

Since this is a private Vietnam classic tour, the price per person varies and depends on many aspects, such as your group size, the hotel ratings and your departure date. If you want to get a custom price quote for this tour, please fill out the online inquiry form and give us as much information as possible about your Vietnam trip or drop us an email at info@vivutravel.com. Our professional Vietnam travel consultants will be at your service.

Vietnam Classic Tour at a glance in details:


Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City Arrival

Meals: none

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Saigon Vietnam tops list of the most attractive destinations and tours of Vietnam are diversified. Moreover, your travel in Vietnam organised by Custom Vietnam Travel, will definitely be the best holiday ever.

Arrive at Tan Son Nhat airport, welcome by our private Vietnam tour guide and driver and transfer to you hotel for check in. Ho Chi Minh, the most exciting city of Vietnam, a mecca of commerce, also a city with a chequered history and a rich culture, its pagodas, museums, public buildings, parks and boulevards make it one of the most delightful Vietnam Classic Tours and cities to visit in Vietnam.

Free time at leisure.  Overnight in a Ho Chi Minh hotel.

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City – Cu Chi tunnels – Ho Chi Minh City

Meals: B, L

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Cu Chi Tunnels

Almost everyone when traveling to Vietnam Classic Tour, has special interest in Cu Chi tunnels. This is the living place to learn about Vietnam and the Vietnam war. Morning pick up from the hotel for Cu Chi Tunnels tour, en route to visit the bustling market at Thu Dao Mot. Upon arrival in Cu Chi, we visit the incredible underground tunnel network of approximately 200 kilometres hand-constructed by Vietnamese guerillas during the long struggle for independence where you will understand more about the Vietnam War or American War, a must see Vietnam Tour for any tourists to learn about Vietnam past and present days. Afternoon drive back to Ho Chi Minh. Overnight in a Ho Chi Minh hotel.

Day 3: Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta – Ho Chi Minh City – Danang – Hoi An

Meals: B, L

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The third day of your Vietnam classic tour, we start our Vietnam travel with the interesting visit to Cai be floating market.
Mekong Tours6am : Pick up at your hotel in HCMC. Depart for Cai Be by private ca, stop to take photos in Tan An town overlooking the picturesque flat rice fields. On arrival in Cai Be, set off by motor boat to visit the Cai Be floating market and watch the locals trading fruit and many other commodities on board their vessels. Then wander into the small villages to visit the orchard and fruit plantation. Keep cruising to Vinh Long through a series of small canals to experience the charms of the Upper Mekong Delta. Visit a small family business to see how coconut candy and crispy rice popcorn are made. Arrive in Binh Hoa Phuoc village, the green pearl of Vinh Long town, where you can immerse yourself in nature. Enjoy a lunch of fresh river food served in the heart of the garden accompanied by traditional southern Vietnamese folk music. Take a delightful walk through the bonsai garden. Meet the car/van in Vinh Long. Return to HCM airport for your flight with Vietnam airlines to Danang. Picked up on arrival by your Vietnam tour guide and drive to Hoi An. Check in and free at leisure. Overnight a Hoi An hotel

Day 4: Hoi An – My Son – Hoi An - Vietnam classic tour

Meals: B, L

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My Son After breakfast, we invite you an interesting visit to My Son Holy land, once the spiritual capital of Champa Kingdom that dominated South East Asia for nearly a thousand years and occupied most of the central parts of Vietnam from 2nd century to 16th century with very rich in history and culture. Contemplate its remarkable red brick towers and sanctuaries dating from between the 7th and 13th centuries.

Drive back to Hoi An, end of your today's beautiful Vietnam Classic Tour with visit the former merchants' homes, the 400 year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, Phuc Kien Pagoda and the colourful riverside market. Overnight in a Hoi An hotel.

Day 5: Hoi An Free Day

Meals: B

Hoi AnThere is no better place for break during your Vietnam holidays than Hoi An Ancient Town - highlight of any tour to Vietnam that no Vietnam Tours maker would skip, is an exceptionally well-preserved example of a South-East Asian trading port dating from the 15th to the 19th century. Its buildings and its street plan reflect the influences, both indigenous and foreign, that have combined to produce this unique heritage site.

Day free to cycle tour through rice paddies in the countryside of Hoi An ancient town, shop for souvenirs among the antique shops and art galleries, or just sit at sidewalk cafes and soak up the atmosphere of this quaint town. Or relax on the white sandy beach of the famous Danang Beach. Overnight a Hoi An hotel

Day 6: Hoi An – Drive to Hue - Vietnam classic tour

Meals: B, L

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Hue City Tour If you are interested in Vietnam history, Vietnam culture, Temples, Pagoda... then Hue is the must see city of your Vietnam trip. After breakfast, leave Hoi An for Hue, the last imperial capital of Vietnam, well-known for magnific architecture, pagodas and royal tombs laid in small villages and surrounding hills and one of the most popular cities for all the Vietnam Tours. En route have a look at the famous Danang Beach and visit Cham Museum which contains the finest collection of Cham sculpture in the world. Upon arrival in Hue,  visit to King Minh Mang tomb, King Tu Duc Tomb. Overnight in a Hue hotel.

Day 7: Hue – Flight to Hanoi - Vietnam classic tour

Meals: B, L

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Hanoi Hue is one of places, which has many cultural heritages. Up to now, there is no place like Hue remaining a lot of originally historical vestiges as in this ancient Capital City and "must see" Vietnam Tours. After breakfast, visit Thien Mu Pagoda and Imperial Citadel of Hue before taking the flight with Vietnam airlines to Hanoi. Pick up and transfer to your hotel in the city center. In the afternoon, we would like to show you Hanoi locals’ daily life with one hour trishaw (cyclo) ride around Hanoi Old streets, Hoan Kiem lake, Ngoc Son temple then attend a Water Puppets show. Overnight in a Hanoi hotel.

Day 8: Hanoi City Tour - Vietnam classic tour

Meals: B, L

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Water PuppetHanoi without a doubt is a beautiful stop for your Vietnam Travel. Today, we enjoy a full day city tour of this charming capital city including the mausoleum of the nation's founder Ho Chi Minh (close on Monday & Friday), the Presidential Palace, the Ho Chi Minh's house on stilts, the One Pillar Pagoda, the Temple of Literature, the impressive Ethnologic Museum (or Museum of Fine Arts, Army Museum, History Museum, Woman Museum, Hoa Lo Prison), the beautiful West Lake, the Tran Vu Pagoda, the peaceful lake of the Restored Sword.

Late afternoon we take a cyclo tour for a short excursion through the bustling old quarter streets named after the specific goods once offered for sale at these places. Enjoy a glass of "Bia Hoi - draught beer - included" at Ta Hien Street before we enjoy a fantastic traditional water puppet show.

Overnight in a Hanoi hotel.

Day 9: Hanoi – Halong Cruise - Vietnam classic tour

Meals: B, L, D

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Halong Bay Cruises must be the most beautiful tour in Vietnam for any Vietnam Holidays. We start at 8.00 A.M for the 3 hour drive (170 km) through the Red River Delta, which offers plenty of chances for taking photos of Vietnamese farmers tilling the vast green paddy fields. At half way, we'll have a visit to a handicraft workshop with fine clothes, embroidered paintings, stone statuettes and all kinds of gems mined in Vietnam such as star rubies or sapphires... Our destination is the World Heritage Site of Ha Long Bay. The bay offers some 3000 mountain islands and islets towering in the Gulf of Tonkin in the East Vietnam Sea.

Upon arrival, you'll be welcomed on board our luxury junk and treated with wine and fresh local seafood. As our junk gliding further into the tranquility of Ha Long Bay amid the towering mountain cliffs and on the emerald green water, you'll have relaxing time combining the fine tastes of the wine and the freshness of Ha Long Bay. During the cruise, we'll stop some times for visiting the amazing Sung Sot cave and the Ti Top white sand beach before anchoring for the night. Overnight on board the junk in the wild of Halong Bay.

Day 10: Halong Cruise – Hanoi - Vietnam classic tour

Meals: B, L

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Halong BayIt is said that your Vietnam Tours will not be complete without a tour to Halong Bay and spending one night on romantic Halong Cruise. People describe Halong Bay as majestic and mysterious, inspiring and imperious and words alone cannot do justice to the natural wonder that is Halong Bay, a priceless collection of unfinished sculptures hewn from the hand of nature.

After breakfast, we'll take a little sampan to visit a secret lagoon of Ha Long Bay while the surrounding mountains are just waking up. After that our cruise takes us further into the Bay of Bai Tu Long traveling past the Human Head Island, the Turtle Island, and the Duck Islet... to the studio site where the famous Indochine film was shot. Around noon, our junk travels back to the harbor, pick up and drive back to Hanoi. Stop in Bac Ninh to visit the famous But Thap pagoda that located among picturesque villages, rice paddy fields...,transfer back to Hanoi. Overnight in a Hanoi hotel.


Day 11: Hanoi Departure - Vietnam classic tour
Meals: B
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Free time at leisure for you to wrap up your memorial Vietnam Holiday until Custom Vietnam Travel's private guide will see you off at the airport with the sincere thanks for your travel to Vietnam and with Custom Vietnam Travel. We hope that you have enjoyed your Vietnam trip and look forward to welcoming you back for your next Vietnam Classic Tours, goodbye and see you again!!!

Vietnam classic tour discover the most beauty of Vietnam

Day 1        Hanoi Arrival
Meals: None
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Vietnam tops list of the most attractive destinations and classic tours of Vietnam are diversified. Moreover, your travel in Vietnam organised by Custom Vietnam Travel will definitely be the best holiday ever. Upon arrival, our private Vietnam Classic Tours guide and driver will welcome your Vietnam Holiday, pick up and transfer to the hotel for check in. Hanoi, a city where the exotic chic of old Asia blends with the dynamic face of new Asia. Where the medieval and modern co-exist. A city with a blend of Parisian grace and Asian pace, an architectural museum piece evolving in harmony with its history, rather than bulldozing through like many of the region’s capitals. Hanoi is where imagination becomes reality.

Free at leisure. Overnight in a Hanoi hotel.

Accommodation: D’Maison Hotel / Deluxe
http://www.hanovahotel.com/

Day 2        Hanoi City Tour - Vietnam classic tour
Meals: Breakfast
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Hanoi without a doubt is a beautiful stop for your Vietnam Classic Travel. Today, we enjoy a full day city tour of this charming capital city including the mausoleum of the nation's founder Ho Chi Minh (close on Monday & Friday), the Presidential Palace, the Ho Chi Minh's house on stilts, the One Pillar Pagoda, the Temple of Literature, the impressive Ethnologic Museum (or Museum of Fine Arts, Army Museum, History Museum, Woman Museum, Hoa Lo Prison), the beautiful West Lake, the Tran Vu Pagoda, the peaceful lake of the Restored Sword. Late afternoon we take a cyclo tour for a short excursion through the bustling old quarter streets named after the specific goods once offered for sale at these places. Enjoy a glass of "Bia Hoi - draught beer - included" at Ta Hien Street before we enjoy a fantastic traditional water puppet show.

Overnight in a Hanoi hotel.

Accommodation: D’Maison Hotel / Deluxe
http://www.hanovahotel.com/

Day 3        Ha Long Bay Cruise – the World heritage - Vietnam classic tour
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Halong tour must be the most beautiful tour in Vietnam for any Vietnam Holidays. We start at 8.00 A.M for the 3 hour drive (170 km) through the Red River Delta, which offers plenty of chances for taking photos of Vietnamese farmers tilling the vast green paddy fields. At half way, we'll have a visit to a handicraft workshop with fine clothes, embroidered paintings, stone statuettes and all kinds of gems mined in Vietnam such as star rubies or sapphires... Our destination is the World Heritage Site of Ha Long Bay. The bay offers some 3000 mountain islands and islets towering in the Gulf of Tonkin in the East Vietnam Sea.

Upon arrival, you'll be welcomed on board our luxury junk and treated with wine and fresh local seafood. As our junk gliding further into the tranquility of Ha Long Bay amid the towering mountain cliffs and on the emerald green water, you'll have relaxing time combining the fine tastes of the wine and the freshness of Ha Long Bay. During the cruise, we'll stop some times for visiting the amazing Sung Sot cave and the Ti Top white sand beach before anchoring for the night. Overnight on board the junk in the wild of Halong Bay.

Accommodation: Emotion Cruise / Deluxe
http://www.halong-emotion.com/

Day 4        Halong Bay Cruise – Hanoi – Flight to Hue - Vietnam classic tour
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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It is said that your Vietnam Tours will not be complete without a tour to Halong Bay and spending one night on romantic Halong Cruise. People describe Halong Bay as majestic and mysterious, inspiring and imperious and words alone cannot do justice to the natural wonder that is Halong Bay, a priceless collection of unfinished sculptures hewn from the hand of nature.

After breakfast, we'll take a little sampan to visit a secret lagoon of Ha Long Bay while the surrounding mountains are just waking up. After that our cruise takes us further into the Bay of Bai Tu Long traveling past the Human Head Island, the Turtle Island, and the Duck Islet... to the studio site where the famous Indochine film was shot. Around noon, our junk travels back to the harbor, pick up and drive back to Hanoi. Stop in Hai Duong to visit the famous Con Son pagoda. Transfer back to Hanoi Airport for your afternoon flight with Vietnam airlines to Hue. Pick up and transfer to your hotel, evening free at leisure in Hue.

Overnight in a Hue hotel.

Accommodation: Camellia Hotel / Deluxe
http://www.camellia-hotels.com.vn/

Day 5        Hue Tour - Vietnam classic tour
Meals: Breakfast
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Hue is one of places, which has many cultural heritages. Up to now, there is no place like Hue remaining a lot of originally historical vestiges as in this ancient Capital City and favorite destination for all Vietnam Tours. After breakfast, our tour starts with the visit to Imperial Citadel before taking the beautiful boat trip on the romantic Perfume River and visit Hue's best-known religious site-Thien Mu Pagoda and the Mausoleum of former emperor Minh Mang in a tranquil setting of gardens and lakes. Return to the hotel. Free at leisure. Overnight in a Hue hotel.

Accommodation: Camellia Hotel / Deluxe
http://www.camellia-hotels.com.vn/

Day 6        Hue – Da Nang – Hoi An - Vietnam classic tour
Meals: Breakfast
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After breakfast, we drive to Hoi An,  a major Asian trading port in the 17th and 18th centuries whose architecture and relaxed lifestyle has changed little over the years and for sure, Hoi An is a wonderful destination for all kinds of Vietnam Tours. This scenic drive passes through the fishing village of Lang Co before climbing over the Pass of Ocean Clouds. Along the way, stop in Danang to visit the Cham Museum which contains the finest collection of Cham sculptures in the world. Upon arrival in Hoi An, free to take walking tour of the Hoi An ancient town centre. Overnight in a Hoi An hotel.

Accommodation: Hoi An Beach Resort / Superior
http://www.hoianbeachresort.com.vn/

Day 7        Hoi An Free Day - Vietnam classic tour
Meals: Breakfast
Hoi An Vietnam, Hoi AN Tour, Vietnam Holiday Hoi An Ancient Town - highlight of any tour to Vietnam that no Vietnam Tours maker would skip, is an exceptionally well-preserved example of a South-East Asian trading port dating from the 15th to the 19th century. Its buildings and its street plan reflect the influences, both indigenous and foreign, that have combined to produce this unique heritage site.

Day free to cycle through rice paddies in the countryside of Hoi An ancient town, shop for souvenirs among the antique shops and art galleries, or just sit at sidewalk cafes and soak up the atmosphere of this quaint town. Or relax on the white sandy beach of the famous Danang Beach. Overnight in a Hoi An hotel.

Accommodation: Hoi An Beach Resort / Superior
http://www.hoianbeachresort.com.vn/

Day 8        Da Nang – Flight to Ho Chi Minh City - Vietnam classic tour
Meals: Breakfast
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After breakfast, our Vietnam tour guide and driver in Hoi An will transfer you to the airport for the morning flight with Vietnam airlines to Ho Chi Minh (VN). Arrive at Tan Son Nhat airport, transfer to the hotel in Saigon, the most exciting city of Vietnam, a mecca of commerce, also a city with a chequered history and a rich culture, its pagodas, museums, public buildings, parks and boulevards make it one of the most delightful places to visit in Vietnam. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel, free time at leisure. Overnight in a Ho Chi Minh hotel.

Accommodation: Windsor Plaza / Deluxe
http://www.windsorplazahotel.com/

Day 9        Ho Chi Minh – Tay Ninh – Cu Chi Tunnels – Ho Chi Minh - Vietnam classic tour
Meals: Breakfast
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After breakfast, enjoy a morning drive through typical southern Vietnamese countryside to Tay Ninh Province in the west of Vietnam. At Tay Ninh visit the incredible Cao Dai Great Temple, with architecture that could have come straight from a Walt Disney fantasy and where all the major faiths of the world blend together in a unique religious cocktail. In the afternoon, visit the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, an underground tunnel network constructed by Vietnamese resistance fighters during the long struggle for independence where you will understand more about the Vietnam War or American War, a must see Vietnam classic tour for any tourists to learn about Vietnam past and present days. Overnight in a Ho Chi Minh hotel.

Accommodation: Windsor Plaza / Deluxe
http://www.windsorplazahotel.com/

Day 10        Ho Chi Minh – Cai Be Floating Market – Can Tho  - Vietnam classic tour
Meals: Breakfast
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Today we will start our exploration of the Mekong Delta, a major rice producing area. This must be one of the most fascinating riverine deltas in the world. The Mekong splits into nine major arteries. A vast network of rivers and waterways with thousands of ships of all sizes plowing the waters gives the Mekong Delta a very special atmosphere and no double one of the most favorite destinations for Vietnam Tours. On arrival, we will make a boat trip to the Cai Be floating Market, visit villages and meet the people of the Mekong Delta. Continue your boat trip to An Binh Island for Lunch in a local family and bike trip in the afternoon. Continue to Can Tho – the heart of Mekong Delta in Vietnam. Check in on your arrival, free at leisure and overnight in a Can Tho hotel.

Accommodation: Golf4 / Deluxe
http://golfcanthohotel.vn/

Day 11        Can Tho (Cai Rang Floating Market) – Ho Chi Minh
Meals: Breakfast
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Cai Rang Floating Market, Vietnam Tour, Mekong TouIn the morning, we make the boat cruise to see the Cai Rang floating market (the nicest one with heaps of rowing boats), truly highlights of any Vietnam classic Tours where you will enjoy the beautiful scenery and see the daily activities of the locals who live along the Mekong Delta Cruises and later, you will roam through the village to visit a rice husking mill, a rice noodles making shop which are nice chances to discover the daily life of Vietnamese people in Mekong Delta. After lunch, drive back to Ho Chi Minh. Overnight in a Ho Chi Minh hotel.

Day 12: Ho Chi Minh city Departure
Meals: Breakfast
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Free time at leisure for you to wrap up your memorial Vietnam Holiday until Custom Vietnam Travel's private guide will see you off at the airport with the sincere thanks for your travel to Vietnam and with Custom Vietnam Travel. We hope that you have enjoyed your Vietnam trip and look forward to welcoming you back for your next Vietnam Tours, goodbye and see you again!!!

End of your beautiful Vietnam tour!

Services inclusive:

    Economy flight tickets: Hanoi – Hue, Danang – Ho Chi Minh
    Private transportation in 16 seated van
    Accommodation in deluxe 5 star hotels as program or similar
    All entrance fees & boat trips to indicated sights
    English speaking guides / Italian speaking guide (Except for free days)
    Visa on arrival to Vietnam (Except for stamping fee at the airport $45 usd per person)

Vietnam Classic Tour - Upstream the Vietnam's highlights from South to North

 This morning begin your classic trip with a walking tour of Saigon's famous and historic city landmarks. The walk will take you through the heart of the city along Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Catinat), past the Rex Hotel, Ho Chi Minh Square, Municipal Theatre and Notre Dame Cathedral. Then take a tour of the Reunification Palace (formerly the Presidential Palace) and War Remnants Museum.

Classic tour includes :

        Accommodation: 9 Nights hotel accommodation.
        Greeting: Welcome drink on the arrival day.
        Meals: Breakfast daily and 2 lunches.
        Flights: 2 domestic flights within Vietnam.
        Cruise: 1 cruise at Halong Bay.
        Transportation: Airport return and transport in air-conditioned vehicles.
        Sightseeing: Small group touring with entrance fees and boat trip.
        Local Guide: One local English speaking guide throughout.
        Extra: Mineral and tissue daily.

Classic tour excludes :

Detailed itinerary for the classic tour

Day 1: Arrival Saigon

    Meals: (Welcome drink)

    Upon arrival in Saigon you will be met and transferred to your hotel. This evening, meet Custom Vietnam Travel's tour guide and the rest of the group for welcome drinks and a tour briefing.

Day 2: Saigon City & Cu Chi Tunnels

    Meals: (B)

    Ho Chi Minh City is Vietnam's commercial capital and a city of extraordinary energy. Nowhere is Vietnam's rush to modernize more visible. Despite this, Saigon, as it is still known, is a friendly and welcoming place with many reminders of its turbulent past and a palpable momentum towards the future. This morning begin your classic trip with a walking tour of Saigon's famous and historic city landmarks. The walk will take you through the heart of the city along Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Catinat), past the Rex Hotel, Ho Chi Minh Square, Municipal Theatre and Notre Dame Cathedral. Then take a tour of the Reunification Palace (formerly the Presidential Palace) and War Remnants Museum. For lunch you might want to try "Pho" (pronounced "fur") the delicious Vietnamese noodle soup, before travelling to the Cu Chi Tunnels. The tunnels are located in an area known during the Vietnam War as the "Iron Triangle" on account of the strength of its communist insurgency. Established as a means of waging guerrilla war against superior French and later American fire power; the tunnel network stretches over 250kms and extends to three levels underground, providing a remarkable insight into the method and determination of Communist forces during the Vietnam War. Return to Saigon by late afternoon.
Day 3: Mekong Delta - Vietnam classic tour

    Meals: (B,L)

    This morning you will continue your classic travel south to My Tho, gateway to the Delta and Vietnam's agricultural heart. Known as the "rice bowl" of Vietnam, the Delta is the most fertile region in the country, and Vietnam's main source of rice and tropical fruits. Arriving in My Tho, board your boat and travel to one of the islands located in the middle of the Mekong River. On the island, visit a fruit orchard and sample some of the local produce. Later board a smaller sampan that winds along narrow canals. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy some local hospitality over lunch with some tea or rice wine before returning to Ho Chi Minh City in the late afternoon.
Day 4: Saigon to Hue - Vietnam classic tour

    Meals: (B)

    This morning transfer to the airport for the flight to Hue, Vietnam's former imperial capital. Hue itself has a lovely location on the banks of the Perfume River. As Vietnam's capital throughout the Nguyen Dynasty, as a center of Vietnamese Buddhism and scholarship and finally as the setting for some of the Vietnam War's most bloody fighting, Hue provides a unique window into Vietnam and its complex past. Begin your exploration of this city visit the impressive home of the Nguyen Dynasty emperors (1802-1945), the Citadel. Much of the Citadel was destroyed during the Tet Offensive in 1968 but is gradually being restored. Finish the day with a visit to the much revered and tranquil Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue's oldest and most beautiful religious monument.
Day 5: Hue to Hoi An

    Meals: (B)

    This morning visit one of the magnificent Royal Mausoleums that surround Hue; the tomb of the fourth emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty, Tu Duc before driving south to nearby Hoi An via the spectacular Hai Van Pass. This drive is considered one of the most beautiful in Vietnam and takes you through a combination of both rural and coastal settings. Your first stop will be Marble Mountains, a series of large marble outcrops that have acquired mythical significance over the centuries. The caves of the Marble Mountains have a number of sacred Buddhist shrines and served as a communist guerrilla hospital during the Vietnam War. From the Marble Mountains there are great views across China Beach and the surrounding countryside. Upon arrival to Hoi An, enjoy the architecture, local delicacies and friendly locals that make Hoi An a true Vietnam highlight on an afternoon walking tour. The World Heritage Listed old town of Hoi An was Vietnam’s most active trading center over many centuries and has been largely preserved. The architecture of the city reflects the influence of Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, French and British traders. Hoi An is also the town where French Missionary Alexander De Rhodes introduced Catholicism to Vietnam as well as the Romanized script that has become the standard Vietnamese script. This afternoon, take a walking tour of enchanting Hoi An visiting an old merchant house, a Chinese assembly hall and the Japanese Covered Bridge.
Day 6: Leisure at Hoi An

    Meals: (B)

    Today is at leisure to enjoy Hoi An with its many galleries, tailor shops and restaurants.
Day 7: Hoi An to Halong Bay

    Meals: (B)

    Free time before you fly to Hanoi. Upon arrival, your journey will take you east (approximately 170 km or four hour drive) to Halong City, the gateway to Halong Bay. En route pass fields of busy workers farming their rice using traditional methods of cultivation. This evening explore this seaside city and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant or in your hotel.
Day 8: Halong Bay to Hanoi

    Meals: (B,L)

    This morning you will have special experience with the beauty that is Halong Bay. Halong Bay achieved international fame as a key location in the French film 'Indochine' starring Catherine Deneuve. The bay has assumed an important position in Vietnamese legend for many centuries however and continues to capture the imagination of visitors. Transfer to the port for a magical four hours aboard your boat cruising around the bay. Considered Vietnam's greatest natural wonder, Halong Bay boasts over 3,000 islands that rise out of the sea to provide a spectacular natural environment. Admire its beauty and scale before stopping at one of the many secluded bays for a refreshing swim (weather permitting) and enjoy a fresh seafood lunch on board your boat. This afternoon travel back to Hanoi. Hanoi has been the political and historical center of Vietnam for almost 1000 years and has a wealth of sights to explore. Heavily influenced by French colonial architecture, Hanoi is both historically beautiful and a vibrant capital city sure to entice you. This evening you will have the opportunity to enjoy a performance of Hanoi's famed water puppets.

Day 9: Ha Noi City Tour

    Meals: (B)

    Begin your discovery of this city with a ride through the bustling Old Quarter - 36 ancient streets where you can observe the daily bustle of life around the markets where peddlers continue to trade as they have done for centuries. Continue onto the Ho Chi Minh Quarter, starting at Ba Dinh Square, site of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and where Ho Chi Minh first declared independence from French rule in 1945. Ho Chi Minh is without question one of the great figures of 20th century history and the 'father of modern Vietnam'. Visit the humble house on stilts from which 'Uncle Ho', as he is affectionately known, ruled Vietnam until his death in 1969. You can also view the nearby Presidential Palace, One Pillar Pagoda and the intriguing Ho Chi Minh Museum, which houses an almost surreal exhibition of the life of Ho Chi Minh and Vietnam's struggle for independence. Drive across the city to Hanoi's first university - the Temple of Literature - dating back to 1070. This historical center of learning is now dedicated to Confucian worship. Finally you will visit the infamous 'Hanoi Hilton' - Hanoi's former central prison made famous first for the incarceration of the leaders of Vietnam's National Liberation movement and later US Air force pilots shot down over North Vietnam. The site of the prison was recently developed, however one wing has been retained as a museum. This evening join the rest of the group for a farewell Dinner.

Day 10: Departure Hanoi - Vietnam classic tour

    Meals: (B)

    Today you will be transferred to the Airport for your onward journey.

•         International flight.
•         Visa.
•         Personal expenses.
•         Others not mentioned in the inclusion.

Vietnam classic tours - 21 days exploring Vietnam is enough?

Itinerary in details
Day 01; Arrive Sai Gon
On arrival at Tan San Nhat Airport, you will be met and transferred to hotel.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city

Day 02; Sai Gon- Cu Chi Tunnel (B,L)
AM: Drive to visit the Cuchi Tunnels. At the height of the Vietnam war, the tunnel system stretched from the outskirts of Saigon  all the way to the Cambodian border of over 250 kilometers of tunnels. The tunnel system, built over 25 years starting in the 1940s,  let the Viet Minh  and, later, the Viet Cong, control a huge rural area.
PM: Takes in the former Presidential Palace, the Notre Dame Cathedral, Old Saigon Post Office, History Museum. Overnight in Sai Gon.

Day 03;  Sai Gon - Me Kong Delta (B,L)
Leave Ho Chi Minh City after breakfast for Vinh Long. Arrive in Cai Be floating market, we will take a boat trip to explore the floating market, one of the most attractions in the Mekong Delta. Continue cruising to Vinh Long the capital of Vinh Long Province. What makes a trip to Vinh Long worthwhile is not the town itself but the beautiful small islands in the river. The islands are totally given to agriculture, especially the growing of tropical fruits, which are shipped to markets in Ho Chi Minh City. Visit Binh Hoa Phuoc Island where one of the fascinating things to be seen are the “monkey bridges”. These are makeshift footbridges built of uneven logs about 30 to 80 cm wide and from 2m to 10m above the canals. For lunch sample the local delicacy, the "Elephant's Ear Fish" on Binh Hoa Phuoc Island. Proceed to Cantho, just over 30km, and a ferry ride away from Vinh Long, the bustling commercial centre of the Mekong Delta. Can Tho is one of the more attractive delta towns but as in the rest of the Mekong Delta the best sights are on the water. Overnight in Cantho.

Day 04; Me Kong Delta - Sai Gon (B,L)
Rising early to the sounds of the Delta coming to life for another day, we breakfast and start our trip with a boat cruise on sparking streams along the endless waterway of Mighty Mekong River to Cairang markets. There will be hundreds of boats loaded with fruits, vegetables and fish jostling for trade. Sellers advertisers their wares by crying out across the waters. We visit the lush orchards and are treated to a delicious tropical fruits. Afternoon trasnfer back to Sai Gon. Overnight in Sai Gon.

Day 05; Sai Gon - Da Lat (B)
Free leisure until transfer to airport for flight to Da Lat. Transfer to your hotel in Da Lat.
Overnight in Da Lat.

Day 06; Da Lat- city tour (B)
Da Lat is always beautiful and lovely. It is the holly land for the couple for honey moon. The weather here is ideal for all year around. The mountain and the trees make Dalat the land of nature and the architechture here is still unchanged from the French time…From the Dalat city, you can do a tour half day or full day to many places all around.

City tour to visit: Tuyen Lam lake, Truc Lam Zen monastery, Prenn waterfall, Valley of Love, Bao Dai’s SummerPalace, Domain de Marie Church, Lake of Sight, Dalat Historical Village. Overnight in Da Lat.

Day 07;  Da Lat- Nha Trang (B)
Transfer to Nha Trang. Along the way we make stopover at the scenic Ngoan Muc Pass and the Po Klong Jarai Cham Towers. These amazing structures represent an interesting culture and a colorful history of the Cham people. Overnight in Nha Trang.

Day 08;  Nha Trang city tour (B)
This excursion takes you to visit a selection of the numerous attractions in Nha Trang City. First the car will drive you to Cau Da for a visit the Vietnam Oceanographic Institute to see the whole collection of sea creatures in Nhatrang Bay. After that, you will go to Long Son Pagoda, Catheral or Stone Church built in French colony time, Chong Promontory Rocks and the Po Nagar Temples. The tour ends after the visit to local Dam Market.
Overnight in Nha Trang.

Day 09; Nha Trang- Da Nang- Hoi An (B)
Leisure time until transfer to airport for flight to Da Nang. Visit the Cham Museum containing the finest collection of Cham sculpture in the world. Hoi An at leisure. Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 10;  Hoi An- My Son (B)
08.00 am: local guide pick up you at the hotel’s lobby and depart for the ancient Cham ruins of My Son. Once there, visit the Tra Kieu capital which was the former administration center of Champa Kingdom. Discover the majestic ancient ruins at My Son including ancient towers which were built from the fourth century. Back to Hoi an.

Afternoon, Walk to the old town, buy entrance tickets and begin the tour. Start visiting the Temple Kwan, Phuc Kien Temple, Tan Ky Ancient House, Phung Hung house, Japanese Bridge and cultural show rooms in Hoi An. After your walking tour If you have free time ,you can do shopping at the old town. Guide will take you back to the hotel.
Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 11; Hoi An- Da Nang- Hue (B)
After breakfast, transfer to Hue via Lang Co beach, Hai van pass and Marble Mountains. Hue at leisure. Overnight in Hue.

Day 12; : Hue city tour (B,L)
8 a.m pick up from your hotel in Hue. Visit the Citdel, containing the Imperial City and the Forbidden Purple city, the Emperor’s private residence. Both were almost totally destroyed during the Tet offensive of 1968. Continue to visit Thien Mu pagoda,  Tuduc Royal tomb followed by HoQuyen Coloseum where the tigers were pit against elephant for royal entertainment and Khai Dinh Royal Tomb. Overngiht in Hue.

Day 13; Hue- Ha Noi (B)
Free leisure until transfer to airport for flight to Ha Noi.
Ha Noi at leisure. Overnight in Ha Noi.

Day 14; Ha Noi city tour - night train to Sapa (B,L)
Arrive Ha Noi at about 5.30 a.m. After breakfast, transfer you to hotel to have bath and relax.
8.am: need car: you will have full-day tour of Ha Noi.You will visit the house on-stilts of Ho Chi Minh (this is where our uncle Ho spent the rest of his life) and the One Pillar Pagoda and the Litterature temple, the Museum of Ethnology.
PM: walking and cyclo
After lunch, pay visit to the Hoan Kiem lake with its Ngoc Son Temple. Continue to visit the Old Quarter of Ha Noi by cyclo. Enjoy a kind of traditional Vietnamese stage-art: puppet show.
And transfer to train station for night train to Sapa. Overnight on train.

Day 15; Sapa tribal Village (B, L)
The train arrives at the Lao Cai train station at approximately 06:00. There will be a vehicle waiting to transfer us to Sapa.  The drive to Sapa is only 33 km but it takes around 1.5 hours to make our way up the mountains. Once at Sapa, we will check into hotel , we have a freshen up and breakfast at the hotel. At 10am from the hotel there will be a walking tour to the hill tribe villages of Cat Cat, and Sinchai villages home to the Hmong hill tribes minority peoples. As we walk to the villages nestled in the valley below Sapa, we will meet some of the local minority people on their way to and from Sapa. Here we have the opportunity to share cultural experiences with the families that live in the area.  Return to Sapa in the afternoon. Overnight in Sapa.

Day 16; Sapa tribal Village (B, L)
Following breakfast at the hotel we embark on a lovely  walk  that will take us along small paths and trails and through several hill tribe villages of Lao Chai and Tavan, home to H'mong, and Dzay people. This is a absolutely spectacular walk through stunning scenery inhabited by some of the friendliest people you can meet. Stopping for a picnic lunch on the way at a family in Ta Van village. We continue onto Red Dzao villages  and meet with local people and sample their culture.
Overnight in Sapa

Day 17; Sapa- night train to Ha Noi (B)
Free leisure until transfer to train station for night train to Ha Noi. Overnight on train.

Day 18; Ha Noi- Ninh Binh (B,L)
You will arrive Ha Noi at about 6 a.m. After breakfast, drive  2  hours through the northern countryside to Tam Coc. Embark on an open river sampan for a 3 hour cruise along the NgoDong River flowing peacefully between 2 spectacular limestone mountain ranges. Enjoy the wonders of nature. Feel the peace and quiet. And bring along your camera ! After lunch drive along the wonderful route of Vietnam’s “ Inland Ha Long Bay “ through villages, rice fields and impressive limestone mountains. Enter HoaLu, the capital city of Vietnam before 1010 AD, and discover an important piece of the country’s early history  in the “ Ancient Capital ". Overnight in Ninh Binh.

Day 19; Ninh Binh - Ha Long Bay (B, L, D)
After breakfast , you will be transferred to Halong Bay, which will take about 3 hours. Arrive Halong bay you will board to cruise around Halong bay and soak in the misty atmosphere of this world heritage site. Halong bay is a breathtaking secluded bay with over 3,000 limestone islands rising from the clear emerald waters of the Bac Bo gulf. It is one of the most magnificent scenic regions in Vietnam and has been referred to as the 8th Wonder of the World. The area of about 1500sq km is dotted with innumerable beaches and grottoes, created over thousands of year by the waves and wind. You will have the opportunity to swim from your boat and explore some caves. You will enjoy a seafood feast for lunch on board. We will continue our excursion around this stunning bay until the sun comes down.
Overnight on boat

Day 20; Ha Long Bay- Ha Noi (B,L)
We have a whole morning on boat exploring the amazing limestone backdrops. We are treated to a seafood lunch before drive transfer back to Hanoi. Overnight at hotel in Hanoi.

Day 21;  Departure (B)
Transfer to airport for international flight to your home. End of tour.


Caption : B = Breakfast ; L = Lunch ; D = Dinner

Note: The itinerary described above maybe subject to change depending weather conditions , airline and other unexpected problems.

Trip  includes:
-  English Speaking Guide
-  All accommodation with daily breakfast.
-  Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
-  All tours & transfers in private car
-  Airfare: Sai Gon – Da Lat, Nha Trang- Da Nang, Hue- Ha Noi
-  Superior tickets Livitrans Express train: Ha Noi- Lao Cai- Ha Noi (sharing 4 soft berth cabin)
-  Entrance fees and permits during guided time.
-  Boat trip in Ha Long Bay and Me Kong River

Trip excludes:
-  International Airfares.
-  International departure tax
-  Meals not indicated
-  Visas and visa arrangement
-  Personal travel insurance (Compulsory).
-  Personal expenses such as Bar, Telephone and Laundry bills.
-  Tips and gratuities


Ask Custom Vietnam Travel for more information about this trip and the other classic tours in Vietnam.

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Detailed itinerary for this classic trip discovering Vietnam

Day 01: Arrival Ha Noi

Meet and greet upon arrival to airport.
Transfer to our hotel in Ha Noi. Overnight in hotel at Ha Noi.

Day 02: Ha Noi city tour (B,L)
Today, we have full-day tour of Vietnam’s capital city. You will visit the house on - stilts of Ho Chi Minh ( this is where our uncle Ho spent the rest of his life ) and the One Pillar Pagoda ( it was constructed in 1049) and the Litterature Temple ( a habitual symbol of Hanoi ), the Museum of Ethnology. Enjoy fish cake lunch at typical Hanoi restaurant. Visit Hang Bong Street to purchase Communion party banners/badges.  Tonight we will attend the water puppet show. Overnight in Ha Noi.

Day 03: Ha Noi- Perfume Pagoda (B,L)
Departing Hanoi at 07.30 we have a two hour drive through the picturesque countryside and back roads to the village of Duc for some refreshments before boarding our boats for a 1.5 hour ride along the scenic Yen river. After this we will walk to the Thien Tru Pagoda (Heavens Kitchen) and the Perfume Cave and Pagoda - an hours walk in total. On our way back we visit Giai Oan and Tuyet Son Pagodas. Lunch will be at one of the little food stalls near Thien Tru Pagoda. After lunch the boat will take us back to our car for the drive back to Hanoi.  We arrive in Hanoi around 18.00.
Overnight in Ha Noi.

Day 04: Ha Noi- Ninh Binh - night train to Sapa (B,L)
8.00 a.m: Drive  2 hours through the northern countryside to Tam Coc. Embark on an open river sampan for a 3 hour cruise along the Ngo Dong River flowing peacefully between 2 spectacular limestone mountain ranges. Enjoy the wonders of nature. Feel the peace and quiet. And bring along your camera ! After lunch drive along the wonderful route of Vietnam’s “ Inland Ha Long Bay “ through villages, rice fields and impressive limestone mountains. Enter HoaLu, the capital city of Vietnam before 1010 AD, and discover an important piece of the country’s early history  in the “ Ancient Capital ". Transfer back to Ha Noi train station for night train to Sapa. Overnight on train.

Day 05: Sapa tribal Village (B, L)

The train arrives at the Lao Cai train station at approximately 06:00. There will be a vehicle waiting to transfer us to Sapa.  The drive to Sapa is only 33 km but it takes around 1.5 hours to make our way up the mountains. Once at Sapa, we will check into hotel, we have a freshen up and breakfast at the hotel. At 10am from the hotel there will be a walking tour to the hill tribe villages of Cat Cat, and Sinchai villages home to the Hmong hill tribes minority peoples. As we walk to the villages nestled in the valley below Sapa, we will meet some of the local minority people on their way to and from Sapa. Here we have the opportunity to share cultural experiences with the families that live in the area.  Return to Sapa in the afternoon. Overnight at hotel in Sa Pa.

Day 06:  Sapa tribal Village (B, L)
After breakfast we will take a jeep along the valley to Rose Garden. From here we will trek into the verdant villages and rice field to Lao Chai and Tavan villages. Ta Van is the village In northern Vietnam in habited by the colour fully-dressed Dzay ethnic minority. Opportunity to learn and see H’mong people working with natural weaving and dying .This village is supposed to be one of the most beautiful area in this regions. Afternoon walk to Ham rong mountain for a birth eye view to Moung Hoa valley and Fansipan mountain. Overnight in Sapa.

Day 07: Sapa- night train to Ha Noi (B)
Free leisure time until to transfer to Lao Cai Station to take the train to Ha Noi. Overnight on solf sleeper train.

Day 08: Ha Noi- Ha Long Bay (B,L,D)
After breakfast, we will be transfered to Halong Bay, which will take about 3 hours. Arrive Halong bay you will board to cruise around Halong bay and soak in the misty atmosphere of this world heritage site. Halong bay is a breathtaking secluded bay with over 3,000 limestone islands rising from the clear emerald waters of the Bac Bo gulf. It is one of the most magnificent scenic regions in Vietnam and has been referred to as the 8th Wonder of the World. The area of about 1500sq km is dotted with innumerable beaches and grottoes, created over thousands of year by the waves and wind. You will have the opportunity to swim from your boat and explore some caves. You will enjoy a seafood feast for lunch on board. We will continue our excursion around this stunning bay until the sun comes down.
Overnight on boat.

Day 09: Ha Long Bay- Ha Noi (B)

Today you will have time to explore the stunning Halong bay. Continuing to visit caves, islands and swimming on beautiful beaches. Transfer back to Ha Noi. Overnight in Ha Noi.

Day 10: Ha Noi- Hue (B,L)
Today we take the flight to Hue. Transfer to our hotel in Hue. This  afternoon we explore Imperial Citadel and check out amazing Dong Ba market. Overnight in Hue.

Day 11: Hue- Da Nang- Hoi An (B)
Morning boat cruise on Perfume River to visit Thien Mu Pagoda and Minh Mang Royal Tomb.
Overland to Hue via Lang Co beach, Hai van pass and Marble Mountains. Visit to Cham Museum in Danang. Arrive to Hoian, check in hotel. Free at leisure.
Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 12: Hoi An - Free leisure time (B)
Today, you will have free time to explore Hoi An by yourselves. Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 13: Da Nang- Nha Trang (B)
Flight to Nhatrang. Transfer to our hotel in Nhatrang. Free at leisure. You will have 3 days at  leisure to enjoy the beach or explore Nha Trang by yourselves. Overnight at hotel in Nhatrang.

Day 14: Nha Trang- Free leisure time (B)
Day 15:  Nha Trang- Free leisure time (B)
Day 16: Nha Trang- Sai Gon (B)
Free leisure time until transfer to airport for your flight to Sai Gon. Overnight in Sai Gon.

Day 17: Sai Gon- Cu Chi Tunnel (B,L)
Am:  Explore Cu Chi Tunnels, an incredible underground tunnel network constructed by Vietnamese fighters during the long struggle for independence.
PM:   Tour of dynamic Ho Chi Minh City, takes in the former Presidential Palace, the Notre Dame Cathedral. Overnight in Sai Gon.

Day 18: Me Kong Delta (B,L)
We set off this morning for a drive through the Mekong Delta to Cai Be floating market. Here we will board our private boat for a cruise along the maze of waterways and canals to Vinh Long. We will stop at the home of a Bonsai gardener for a sumptuous Delta lunch, before continuing our exploration of the tributaries and canals of the delta. Following these visits we will once again board our vehicle for the drive to Ho Chi Minh City.
Overnight in Sai Gon.

Day 19: Departure (B)
Morning at leisure until the departure transfer to airport for your flight home.

Caption : B = Breakfast ; L = Lunch ; D = Dinner

Note: The itinerary described above maybe subject to change depending weather conditions , airline and other unexpected problems.

Trip  included:

-  English Speaking Guide
-  All accommodation on double/ twin room with daily breakfast
-  Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
-  All tours & transfers in private car
-  Superior tickets on Livitrans Express train: Ha Noi- Lao Cai- Ha Noi (Sharing 4 soft berth cabin)
-  Boat trip as indicated in the itinerary
-  Domestic airfare & airport taxes: Ha Noi- Hue, Da nang- Nha Trang- Sai Gon
-  Entrance fees and permits during guided time.

Trip excluded:
-  International Airfares.
-  International departure tax
-  Meals not indicated
-  Visas and visa arrangement
-  Personal travel insurance (Compulsory).
-  Personal expenses such as Bar, Telephone and Laundry bills.
-  Tips and gratuities


Visit Custom Vietnam Travel website for more information about this trip and the other classic tours in Vietnam.

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