GLIMPSE OF VIETNAM
Tour Code: PL- VN01

Day 1: Arrival - HANOI

On arrival at Noi Bai Airport, you are met and transferred to hotel. HANOI , Vietnam's capital, is a stylish and gracious city that retains an unique old world charm and some Asia 's most striking colonial architecture. ( If time permits) we enjoy a short cyclos ride around the old quarter streets. Overnight in HANOI

Day 2: HANOI - Halong

After breakfast, we start our city tour with a visit to Ho Chi Minh Complex, containing the mausoleum of the nation's founder Ho Chi Minh, the Presidence Palace , Ho Chi Minh's house on stilts and the One Pillar Pagoda, whose origins date back to the foundation of Hanoi. We then continue our trip to the Temple of Literature, well known as Vietnam's first university and the History Museum which displays an excellent collection of artifacts illustrating the Vietnamese history. After a visit to the peaceful lake of Hoan Kiem with its sacred temple , we make our way to Halong Bay, stopping at Dong Trieu pottery village. Overnight in HaLong.(B)

Day 3: Ha Long - HANOI

Today, we embark on a boat cruising around Halong Bay, truly one of Vietnam's most impressive scenic sights. A five hour cruise provides a fantastic view of the magnificent bay, dotted with some 3,000 limestone islands rising amazingly from the clear and emerald water. Along the way, we will anchor for a leisurely swim in a secluded cove and an enjoyable visit to one of many beautiful caves. A seafood lunch on board is some of excitement of the trip. We then return to HANOI, arriving in time to see an evening performance of HANOI's famous water puppets. Overnight in HANOI. (B,L)

Day 4: HANOI- DANANG - Hoi An.

An early morning flight to DANANG. The sightseeing tour of central Vietnam begins with Hoi An which was originally a Cham seaport but has been influenced down centuries by a myriad of traders from various cultures. The tranquillity and charm of Hoi An with its low tiled houses and assembly halls scattered along the small streets make it one of the most delightful places to visit in Vietnam. After checking into hotel, we will have time strolling around the town to explore the lively market and visit the famous Japanese Covered Bridges, the Pottery Museum, the many temples and pagodas of Chinese appearance. Overnight in Hoi An. (B)

Day 5: Hoi An-Hue

Heading out of town, we drive north to Hue, the former imperial capital of Vietnam. On the way, we make stopover at the sensational Marble Mountains and the China Beach before arriving in Danang City for a visit to the Cham Museum, home to Vietnam's largest collection of Cham treasures. We then follow the road hugging the central coast before crossing over the scenic Hai Van Pass and dropping down to the fishing villages of Lang Co. On arrival in Hue, we enjoy a cruise on the Perfume River with stopover at the beautiful Thien Mu Pagoda and the elaborate royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc. Overnight in Hue. (B)

Day 6: Hue- Ho Chi Minh

The Imperial Citadel from where the Nguyen Dynasty ruled between 1802 and 1945, and the lively Dong Ba Market are also visited, this morning before we board a flight south. Ho Chi Minh City ,contradiction of its northern counterpart, is crowded with bikes and motorbikes, excited by numerous shopping area and sidewalk caf?s. A half day sightseeing tour of dynamic Ho Chi Minh City, still called Saigon by many locals, takes us in the Reunification Palace which was the former residence of the President of South Vietnam until end of April 1975, and some French colonial structures including the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Sai Gon Post Office. After seeing the Jade Emperor Pagoda and the War Remnant , we continue our trip on to the bustling Ben Thanh Market where anything and everything is for sale. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City. (B)

Day 7: Ho Chi Minh -Me Kong Delta- Ho Chi Minh

Heading out of town, we travel by road to My Tho Province. On arrival, we embark on a boat navigating around the small canals in the Mekong Delta, which is a great way to observe the local lyfestyle close-up. We pass through the lush green vegetation before arriving at an orchard where there are some opportunities to visit the various fascinating local industries. After feasting on a huge lunch followed with seasonal fruits, we return to Ho Chi Minh, stopping off along the way to see the beautiful Ving Trang Pagoda and the Cho Lon, Saigon's Chinatown, which is crammed with fascinating temples and mysterious, narrow lanes. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh. (B,L)

Day 8: Ho Chi Minh Departure

There is a free time to relax or further explore Ho Chi Minh. The tour ends after your transfer to Tan San Nhat Airport for departure. (B)

• Including:
• All accommodation at hotel based on twin shared room.
• All transportation by private air-conditioned car with driver.
• Meals as indicated, B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
• English/French speaking guide.
• Boat trip as program.
• All entrance fee.
• Travel Insurance.
• Excluding:
• Internation air ticket and airport tax
• Domestic air ticket and airport tax.
• Vietnam entry visa
• Personal expenses and tips.
• Other meals and drinks not mentioned.
• Note:
• Net price domestic ticket: HAN-DAD-HCM
• 110 usd/Pax (price should change without prior notice)

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