A Dream Vacation
JOURNEY
to VIETNAM
Hightlight
- Marvellous 16 days through Vietnam, discover the most famous places.
- International flights to Vietnam and retun to Australia included.
- Domestic flights, land transfers, tickets, accommodation & most meals included
- See the amazing Halong bay, a natural wonder that is a must to visit. Hop aboard a Halong Cruise and sail through thousands of islands.
- Boat trip on Mekong River.
- Relaxing days at a beautiful beach in Da Nang.
- Knowledgeable, English-speaking tour guide.
Description
This tour takes you to some of the country’s greatest cities, including Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue and Hoi An, as well as the Mekong Delta. The tour also includes visits to UNESCO places like Hoi An Ancient Town, Hue Imperial City & Tomb Complex (UNESCO’s World Heritage Site) and My Son Sanctuary (UNESCO’s Cultural Heritage Site). You will also have some days to relax at Da Nang beach, the beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam.
The trip begins in Hanoi, where you’ll visit the Temple of Literature and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. Next, you’ll head to Halong Bay for a cruise through the world’s largest natural bay formation, which is dotted with hundreds of limestone islands. In Hue, you’ll visit the Imperial Citadel and tombs, as well as Thien Mu Pagoda and the tomb of Emperor Minh Mang. You’ll also get to see Hoi An’s famous Silk Street, explore the ancient and peaceful charm of Hoi An’s Old Town, sample local delicacies at a street-food stall, or just relax by the riverbank with a coffee. Finally, ending your trip with touring from Saigon to Can Tho in the Mekong Delta, to admire the living on the river.
Places to be seen
ITINERARY
Day 1. Australia → Hanoi
Arrival in Hanoi. We welcome and transfer you to hotel. Rest of the day is your leisure time to explore the city on your own.
- Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2. Hanoi → Halong bay
Morning, enjoy breakfast at hotel and depart for Halong Bay at approximately 8:00am.
Upon arrival in Halong Bay, we will board the vessel and partake in a delectable lunch. During the meal, we will cruise through thousands of stunning islands and islets. Following lunch, you may freshen up in your room before embarking on a visit to the Surprising Cave, kayaking, swimming, and other activities. Later, return to the vessel, get a drink and enjoy the picturesque sunset scenery in the bay. Halong photo.
- Overnight on boat in Halong bay
- B,L,D
Day 3. Halong bay → Hanoi
In the morning, breakfast will be served on board. We will then proceed to cruise to a Pearl Farm village and continue exploring the enchanting Halong Bay, navigating through numerous captivating islands and islets.
During lunch on board, we will make our way back to the pier before transferring back to Hanoi.
- Overnight in Hanoi.
- B,L
Day 4. Hanoi → Hoi An
Explore the Temple of Literature, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and discover the rich history of Vietnam's first university. Walk around the picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake, and visit the Ngoc Son Temple, perched on an island in the lake. Continue your exploration at the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, which showcases the diverse ethnic groups of Vietnam through fascinating exhibits and artifacts.
After that, we transfer you to airport for flight to Da Nang. Once arrived in Da Nang airport, you’ll be taken to Hoi An hotel for your stay.
- Overnight in Hoi An.
- B
Day 5. Hoi An [visit My Son Sanctuary]
Morning breakfast at hotel. Today, we start the tour by visiting My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Afternoon, visit Hoi An town on foot: Hoi An’s Colorful Local Market, Old House of Tan Ky, Fu Jian Assembly Hall, and the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge.
- Overnight in Hoi An.
- B,L
Day 6. Hoi An [Leisure]
Breakfast at hotel.
Your leisure time for walking around the Old Town for shopping and relax in Hoi An.
- Overnight in Hoi An.
- B
Day 7. Hoi An → Da Nang
Breakfast at hotel. Your leisure time for walking around the Old Town for shopping and relax in Hoi An.
Afternoon, we transfer you Da Nang. Rest of the day is your leisure time at beach in Da Nang.
- Overnight in Da Nang.
- B
Day 8. Da Nang: Leisure
Breakfast at hotel.
Spend your leisure time at beach in Da Nang.
- Overnight in Da Nang.
- B,L
Day 9. Da Nang: Leisure
Breakfast at hotel.
Spend your leisure time at beach in Da Nang one more day.
- Overnight in Da Nang.
- B
Day 10. Da Nang → Hue
Morning, breakfast at hotel in Da Nang.
Your leisure time in Da Nang until the transfer to Hue.
- Overnight in Hue.
- B
Day 11. Hue: City tour
Your breakfast at hotel. Start a city tour in Hue.
Get a boat trip to Thien Mu Pagoda. We then continue our visit at the Citadel & Hue Royal Antiques museum. Visit Dong Ba Market and have lunch at a nearby restaurant. After lunch, visit tomb of King “Minh Mang” and Tomb of King “Khai Dinh”. Proceed our tour at a nearby village where people making incense stick and conical hat.
- Overnight in Hue.
- B,L
Day 12. Hue → Ho Chi Minh
Morning, breakfast at hotel in Hue. Your leisure in Hue until we transfer you to airport for flight to Ho Chi Minh.
Rest of the day is your leisure time to discover the city on your own.
- Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
- B
Day 13. Ho Chi Minh: City tour
Morning, we explore the Re-Unification Palace, which was the home and workplace of the president of South Vietnam during the Vietnam War, and played a pivotal role in the war's end. Visit the Notre Dame Cathedral, a stunning example of French colonial architecture, and learn about its unique history. Continue your tour at the War Remnants Museum, which provides a thought-provoking look into the harsh realities of the Vietnam War.
Afternoon, we leave the city and drive 60km to Cu Chi, where you can delve into the intricate system of tunnels and explore the Cu Chi Tunnel, an impressive feat of engineering that played a significant role in the Vietnam War. Afterwards, enjoy tea, cassava (guerrilla's food during the war). Once the tour is complete, we will make our way back to the city.
- Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
- B,L
Day 14. Ho Chi Minh → Mekong Delta
Following breakfast at the hotel, we will depart from Ho Chi Minh and head towards Ben Tre. Our journey will include a boat trip along the Mekong River, during which we will visit a family-run business that exemplifies the idyllic rural lifestyle. We will also have the opportunity to stroll through the fruit plantation village.
- Overnight in Can Tho.
- B,L
Day 15. Mekong Delta → Ho Chi Minh
Around 6.30am, we pick you up to visit the Cai Rang floating market which is wholesale market of fruit and vegetable at its busiest at this time of the day. Keep cruising through the small channels system and visit a rice noodle making village. Experience the “Monkey Bridge” in the Delta.
Break for lunch then return to Ho Chi Minh.
- Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
- B,L
Day 16. Ho Chi Minh → Australia
Enjoy breakfast at hotel.
Spend your leisure time in the city until we transfer you to the airport for departure flight.
- N/A
- B
End of the journey!
Price
$1,790
This price is based on 3 star hotels and group tour. The tour is upgradable.
| Hotel upgrade | Cost |
| 4 star | USD480 |
| 5 star | USD1040 |
| 5 star+ | USD1520 |
| Tour upgrade | Cost |
| Small group 4-12 pax | USD190 |
| Private Tour You only | Group of 2 USD390 Group of 8+ USD250 |
| Private+ Top class | USD600 |
TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:
International flights
All flights in the tour.
Hotel & accommodation
Meals (B,L,D = Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Transfer vehicle.
English speaking guide.
Entrance and sightseeing tickets.
EXCLUDES:
Drinks.
Tips.
Personal expenses.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT:
May be applied with solo traveler.
