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Great Vietnam Tour, 14 DAYS
Taste of  Vietnam  ,  Vietnam  Travel Package Tours Booking Hotels in Ho Chi Minh ,  Danang, Hoi An, Hue, Ha Noi                                                            Starting from southern Vietnam, this impressive trip introduces the vibrant Ho Chi Minh Metropolis, the famous Cao Dao Temples and the lush Mekong Delta with intricate network of canals. You travel towards the central Vietnam to see the delightful Hoi An Town and the Hue ancient capital with various mysterious edifices. This northbound trip also includes the time to explore the charming Hanoi City and the splendid Ha Long Bay via an unforgettable cruise.
 
ITINERARY FOR THIS TRIP

Day 1: Arrival - Ho Chi Minh
You are warmst welcomed by our guide on arrival at Tan San Nhat Airport and transferred to hotel. The bustling Ho Chi Minh City, still called Saigon by many locals, is a center of commerce, finance, culture and tourism in Vietnam. This metropolis ,contradiction of its northern counterpart, is crowded with bikes and motorbikes, excited by numerous shopping areas and sidewalk cafes. O/N in Ho Chi Minh.

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh Fullday City Tour (B,L)
Today we spend a full day exploring the captivating Ho Chi Minh City. The most places of interest are located near the town center.
The Reunification Palace which was the former residence of the President of South Vietnam until end of April 1975. Close to the palace are some striking French colonial structures including
The Notre Dame Cathedral and The Old Sai Gon Post Office.
Lunch at a local restaurant
Jade Emperor Pagoda and The War remnant exhibit.
Saigon's Chinatown, locally named Cho Lon. This bustling area is crammed with fascinating temples and mysterious, narrow lanes. O/N in Ho Chi Minh.

Day 3 : Ho Chi Minh - Tay Ninh - Cu Chi - Ho Chi Minh (B,L)
The Great Holy See Temple, built in 1926, is considered one of the most striking structures in all of south-east Asia. It is the Centre of Caodaism, a religion that blends Buddhism, Christianity and Confucianism. Explore this fascinating site and attend the colorful noon-day mass held by the Cao Dai followers. It is an experience not to be missed. After lunch, visit the Cu Chi Tunnels is located 60km from Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi is now considered a heroic district for its role during the American war in Vietnam. It is legendary for its network of tunnels, which extends over 220km, and is a popular destination for both Vietnamese and foreign visitors. Today, Cu Chi is a tranquil place of rice paddy fields with ducks and water buffalos bathing in the rivers alongside the road. But this peaceful rural scene belies the terrible destruction and defoliation caused by bombing and mines when Cu Chi was a "Free Target Zone". Cu Chi still contains plenty of evidence of the fierce battle that took place here and all over this area you will find the remnants of war. O/N in Ho Chi Minh.

Day 4 : Ho Chi Minh - Mekong Delta - Cai Be Market – Ho Chi Minh (B,L)
Pick up at your hotel . Depart for Cai Be by car, stopping to take photos in Tan An Ttown 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 in Vinh Long and return Ho Chi Minh City. O/N in Ho Chi Minh.

Day 5: Ho Chi Minh - Da Nang By Flight - Hoi An (B)
The following destination of our trip is Danang via a short flight from Ho Chi Minh. On arrival we are greeted by our guide and driven to Danang Center for a visit to the famous sites as
Cham Museum, this gleaming mansion contains the largest collection of Cham treasures in Vietnam.
The Marble Mountain, whose peaks represent the five elements, and the China Beach on our way to Hoi An. This charming town was originally a Cham seaport but has been influenced down the centuries by a myriad of traders from various cultures. There are plenty to see in Hoi An as
The famous Japanese Covered Bridges
The Pottery Museum
The 200 years old Tam Ky House
The Chua Ong Pagoda and The Vibrant Market.
We include these sites in a walking tour past many low tiled houses scattered along the small streets and assembly halls which reflect the town's multi-cultural past. O/N in Hoi An.

Day 6: Hoi An - Hue By Car (B,L)
Upon leaving Hoi An we make our way northwards to Hue. The winding roads begin as we make our way up the spectacular Hai Van Pass. Here we make stop to admire the stunning view north to Lang Co Village and south to Danang City. Once arriving at Lang Co, we have a pleasant break by the beach before we head towards Hue. This small and quiet town was once Vietnam's feudal capital from 1802 to 1945.
Massive Citadel, containing the Imperial City and the Purple Forbidden City. This royal residence was all but destroyed during the 1968 Tet Offensive, however it is still fascinating to walk among the ruins.
Hue Imperial Museum which displays an interesting collections of bronzes, Chinaware, court robes and various emperors' personal belongings. We visit this site and spend the remainder of day to wander this charming town. O/N in Hue.

Day 7: Hue - Ha Noi By Flight (B)
Upon leaving Hue we set off on a short drive to airport for flight to Hanoi. You are warmst welcomed by our guide on arrival at Noi Bai Airport. The capital of Vietnam, Hanoi is a stylish and gracious city that retains an unique old world charm and some Asia's most striking colonial architecture.
• The first stop is Ho Chi Minh Complex containing the mausoleum of the nation's founder Ho Chi Minh, the Presidential Palace and the Ho Chi Minh's house on stilts. Close to this complex is the
One Pillar Pagoda, whose origins date back to the foundation of city.
Temple of Literature, which is well known as the first university of Vietnam and the History Museum with an excellent collection of artifacts illustrating the Vietnamese history.
Ethnologic Museum. Afterwards we drive back to the town center, stopping at the Tran Quoc Pagoda and Quan Thanh Temple. They are some major highlights set by the beautiful West Lake.
Hoan Kiem Lake with its sacred temple. In front of this lake is the famous Water Puppet Theatre where we will see a fantastic performance after that we enjoy a Cyclo Ride through the bustling old quarter streets named after the specific goods once offered for sale at these places after that you are served dinner with vietnamese cuisine. At 20h00 PM transfer to train station for next destination Sapa. O/N on Train

Day 8: Arrival in Sa Pa - Lao Chai - Tavan (B,L)
Arrival to Sapa Train Station at 5hAM, Welcome tour group at Lao Cai railway station and transfer to Sapa, high in the Hoang Lien Range of Mountain, check in hotel. Breakfast or brunch is served before trekking from hotel to Lao Chai (Black H'mong Tribe). Lunch on footpath, near Lao Chai bridge and then trek through Ta Van village (Giay Ethnic Minority). Return to hotel by Jeep. In Evening you have more time to explore ethenic life and enjoy Lover Market, where gathering for ethnic couples in dating. O/N in Sa Pa. (B)

Day 9: Sa Pa - Cat Cat Village - Sliver Water Fall - 4 Hours Trekking (B,L)
After breafast in hotel, Trekking to 2 villages Catcat and Sinchai Village to visit the H'mong, hydro power station and the waterfall. Walk up back to Cat Cat where to catch jeep back to Sapa. The guide will introduce some hand products around sapa shop. You have nice gif for friends but not spend too much money on these. O/N in Sapa.

Day 10 : Sa Pa - Bac Ha ( Annual Market on Sunday) (B,L)
Upon leaving Sa Pa we set off on a rough but scenic drive through the border town of Lao Cai to Bac Ha. This remote hill town is a world famous site with the lively and colourful Sunday market. There are various ethnic minority groups including Dao, Phu La, La Chi and Tay but the dominants are the Flower Hmong people. These ethnic minorities are recognisably distinct from each other by their dress and come in town for trade on every Sunday. On arrival we stroll around this colourful congregation to see the different hill tribe groups and their amazing trading way. Today we have time to explore the surrounding areas on a walking tour past Hmong King’s former residence and Ban Pho Village where they make the potent local maize alcohol. O/N in Bac Ha.

Day 11: Bac Ha - Sapa - Train Back To Hanoi (B,L)
The colourful market will be left behind as we leave Bac Ha for Hanoi and drive through the verdant and rugged mountain scenery. Once reaching Yen Bai Town we again cross the Red River and travel following the river bank towards Hanoi. These back roads are a great way to explore the real Vietnam. We see very few other travellers, mostly rural dwellers who are just as interested in finding out about our lives as we are of theirs. Along the way we can make stop as we please, to simply stretch our legs and catch some wonderful shootings of peaceful villages, lush vegetation as well as farmers at work. At 5hAM, you will meet our guide and driver at Train Station for next destination Halong. O/N on Train

Day 12 : Hanoi - Halong (Join Group Tour) (B,L,D)
8.30: Shuttle bus will pick up for a drive to Halong Bay. On the way, we stop for refreshment and photos.
2.30: Boarding. Welcome drink is served.
13.00-14.30: Lunch is served while cruising through Halong Bay. Roam around the labyrinth of the Bay through the Fighting Cock, Canh Buom, and stop for swimming then go for visiting Sung Sot Cave (The Sudden Surprise).
18.30: Docking for overnight.
19.30: Dinner is served. Overnight on the Junk. O/N on board

Day 13 : Halong - Hanoi (Join Group Tour) (B)
08-09.30: Buffet breakfast while cruising back to Halong wharf and visit Fire Island, Dinh Huong Island, floating village.
10.30: Luggage pulls out. Clear all bills.
11.30: Arrive at the pier. Time to say Goodbye.
12.00 - 16h00: Shuttle bus will take you back to Hanoi. O/N in Ha Noi.

Day 14: Hanoi - Departure (B)
There is a free time to relax and explore Hanoi. The trip ends after transfer to Noibai Airport for departure.

 
Great Vietnam Tour -  ( Valid until 31 Dec.,2008 )
Group Size Standard Class First Class Superior Class Deluxe Class
1 Pers. US$1,307 US$1,447 US$1,739 US$2,062
2 Pers. US$749 US$819 US$969 US$1,137
3 - 6 Pers. US$641 US$711 US$861 US$1,029
7 Pers. & up US$511 US$581 US$730 US$898
Single room sup US$123/pers US$182/pers US$308/pers US$449/pers
Full board sup US$100/pers US$110/pers US$121/pers US$131/pers
INCLUDED : +Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicle with driver + Accommodation: twin sharing room at mentioned hotels or similar one + English or French speaking guide + Entrance fee to indicated sights + Meals as indicated : B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner + Water puppet show + Cyclo trip + Domestic flight Ho Chi Minh - Danang, Hue - Hanoi + Boat trip in Mekong Delta, Hue and Halong Bay
 
EXCLUDED : Other meals, tip, drinks, airport tax, single room supplement, personal expenses, travel insurance, visa, flight in / out of Vietnam, any optional additional tours or activities during free time, surcharge for peak season, local holiday days and gala dinner

USED HOTELS USED ON THIS TOUR
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STA CLASS FST CLASS SUP CLASS DEL CLASS
HO CHI MINH
Vien Dong Hotel (ROH), Empress Hotel (ROH) Chancery Hotel (ROH), Liberty 4 Hotel (ROH or similar one Palace Hotel (ROH), Oscar Saigon Hotel (ROH), Bong Sen 1 Hotel (Sta.room), Metropole Hotel (ROH) or similar one Rex Hotel (ROH), Amara Saigon Hotel (ROH), Grand Hotel (Sta.room), Continental Hotel (Del.rom), Norfolk Hotel (ROH) or similar one Majestic Hotel (Del.rom), New World Saigon Hotel (Del.rom), Renaissance Riverside Hotel (city view room), Legend Hotel (ROH) or similar one
HOI AN
Vinh Hung Ii Hotel (ROH), Thanh Binh Ii Hotel (ROH), Indochine Hotel (ROH) or similar one Hoian Hotel (Junior room), Glory Hotel (ROH), Ancient House Resort (ROH) or similar one Hoi An Beach Resort (garden view room), Vinh Hung Resort (Del.room), Hoian Trail Resort  or similar one Golden Sand Resort (Sup.room), Palm Garden Resort (Sup.garden view room), Hoian Riverside Resort (japanese style room) or similar one
HUE
Hoa Hong Hotel (ROH), Thuan Hoa Hotel (ROH) or similar one Festival Hue Hotel (ROH), Heritage Hue Hotel (ROH), Asia Hotel (Del.room) or similar one Huong Giang Hotel (Del.garden view room), Century Riverside Hotel (ROH), Abalone Resort & Spa (Sup.room) or similar one Saigon Morin Hotel (Del.room) or similar one
HALONG
Halong Post Hotel , Asean Halong Hotel , Bach Dang Hotel  or similar one Halong 1 Hotel (ROH), Saigon Halong Hotel , Halong Bay Hotel (ROH) or similar one Heritage Halong Hotel (ROH), Halong Dream Hotel (Sup.room) or similar one Saigon Halong Hotel (Del.room), Halong Plaza Hotel (Sup.room) or similar one
HANOI
Ats Hotel (ROH), Chain First Eden Hotel (ROH), Hong Ngoc Hotel (ROH), Bao Khanh Hotel(ROH) or similar Hoa Binh Hotel (ROH), Galaxy Hotel (ROH), Sunny Hotel (ROH) or similar Guonman Hotel (ROH), Sunway Hotel (ROH), Zephyr Hotel (Sup.room), Hanoi Hotel   or similar Melia Hotel (Del.rom), Sofitel Plaza Hanoi Hotel (Del.rom) Nikko Hotel (ROH), Hilton Hanoi Opera Hotel   or similar one
Hotel Notes
 

VIETNAM IS A DEVELOPPING COUNTRY WHOSE INFRASTRUCTURE MAY DIFFER FROM WHAT YOU EXPECT FROM YOUR HOME LAND. THE ROAD CONDITIONS ARE POOR AND THE ACCOMMODATION MAY BE BASIC IN REMOTE AREAS
THE DRESS STANDARDS ARE CONSERVATIVE THROUGHOUT ASIA. LOOSE , LIGHTWEIGHT, LONG CLOTHING ARE ALL RESPECTFUL AND COOL IN ASIAN HOT CLIMATE. IN ADDITION TO YOUR ITEMS OF PERSONAL CLOTHING, WE SUGGEST YOU TO BRING TRAINER OR SNEAKER SHOES, JACKET FOR COLD WEATHER, TORCH/FLASH LIGHT, HAT, RAIN COAT FOR WET SEASON, SUN CREAM, SUNGLASSES, DAYPACK, TOILETRIES AND SMALL TOWER, INSECT REPELLENT.
THE ITINERARY IS CORRECTED AT THE TIME OF VIEWING. OCCASIONALLY, THE PROGRAMME CHANGES AS WE MAKE IMPROVEMENT STEMING FROM OUR PAST TRAVELLERS' COMMENTS AND OUR OWN RESEARCH OR DUE TO LOCAL CONDITIONS OR CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND OUR CONTROL. THIS INCLUDES FESTIVAL, PUBLIC HOLIDAYS, WEATHER AND FLIGHT DELAY,.. THAT MAY EFFECT THE ITINERARY.
THE TRIP INCLUDES SOME MEALS AS MENTIONED AT THE ITINERARY HOWEVER OUR GUIDE WILL BE ON HAND TO ADVISE YOU AS FAR THE AVAILABLE RESTAURANTS WHERE YOU CAN ENJOY LOCAL FOOD AT YOUR OWN BUDGET. THE MEAL COST IS ALL DEPENDING ON YOUR CHOICE OF EATING PLACE. THE PACKAGE TOUR WITH FULL BOARD MEAL IS ARRANGED UPON REQUEST .
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