Halong Bay Tours 
Da Lat Tours
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Wonders Of VietNam - vietnam tours package
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Duration:
15 Days / 14 Nights
Start Date: Upon Request
Depart From:
Hanoi
Destination(s) to visit:
Hochiminh City, Tay Ninh, Cu Chi, Cantho, Vinh Long, Dalat, Nhatrang, Danang, Hoian, Hue, Hanoi, Halong, Ninh Binh
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Tour Program:
| Come and share our passion for this
beautiful destination. Experience the dynamic atmosphere of Ho Chi Minh
City, the tranquil backwaters of the Mekong Delta, the hill station of
Dalat, the beaches and islands of Nha Trang, the history of Hoi An, the
majesty of Hue, the faded colonial elegance of Hanoi and the sheer
wonder of Halong Bay. The ancient capital of Hoa Lu and the scenic
sight of Tam Coc is visited before end of the trip. |
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| Day 01: Arrival - Ho Chi Minh City |
| On arrival at Tan San Nhat Airport, you are met and
transferred to hotel. Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, is a
center of commerce, finance, culture and tourism in Vietnam. This
bustling metropolis, contradiction of its northern counterpart, is
crowded with bikes and motorbikes, excited by numerous shopping area
and sidewalk cafés. (If time permits) we stroll around the downtown to
explore the different local ways of life. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City. |
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| Day 02: Ho Chi Minh City - Tay Ninh - Cu Chi - Ho Chi Minh City (Breakfast) |
| Heading out of town we drive north to visit the head
quarter of Cao Dai sect in Tay Ninh. This religion was founded in 1923
and now numbers over 2 million members. On arrival we see the ornate
temple and attend the fantastic mid-day service when the followers fill
the hall wearing colored robes, a symbol of the curious combination of
the Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism. Afterwards we continue to the
famous Cu Chi Tunnels, which were an incredible underground network
constructed by Vietnamese fighters during the long struggle for
independence. The tunnels contained hospitals, plus accommodation and
schools, and were used as a military base for the Vietcong in the
American war. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh
City. |
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| Day 03: Ho Chi Minh City- Can Tho (Breakfast) |
| The sightseeing tour acquaints us with some major
sights of Ho Chi Minh City. We pass the now-demolished wartime American
Embassy on our way to the Reunification Palace. This famous edifice was
the former residence of the President of Southern 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. We also visit the Jade Emperor Pagoda and the War Remnant
Museum before ending up our morning agenda at the bustling Ben Thanh
Market where anything and everything is for sale! We travel by roads
through the rolling countryside to Can Tho, the largest town in the
Mekong Delta. Overnight in Can Tho. |
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| Day 04: Can Tho - Vinh Long - Ho Chi Minh City (Breakfast/Lunch) |
Upon leaving Can Tho we drive to Vinh Long and board a
boat for an exciting excursion around the tributaries of the mighty
Mekong River. As a highlight of the trip we visit the various
fascinating local cottages industries including rice paper makers,
bonsai nurseries as well as the vibrant floating market of Cai Be whose
trading way is very interesting. After feasting on a huge lunch
followed with many seasonal fruits at an orchard, we weave our way
through the intricate network of canals that are the lifeblood of the
Mekong Delta.
We return to Ho Chi Minh, stopping off along the
way to see the Cho Lon, Saigon's Chinatown, which is crammed with
fascinating temples and mysterious, narrow lanes. Overnight in Ho Chi
Minh City.
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| Day 05: Ho Chi Minh City - DaLat (Breakfast) |
| The northbound journey begins as we depart Ho Chi Minh
and pass through the many tea and coffee plantations to the hill
station of Da Lat, sometimes known as the "City of Eternal Spring". The
drive is long but views are fantastic. On arrival we can soak up the
cool climate as much as we want by spending our time to wander around
and catch our first glimpse of the town. The influence of the French is
prevalent since Da Lat was founded as a hill retreat for the colonials
to escape the oppressive heat of the coastal plains and the Mekong
Delta. This charming town is set around a lake and surrounded by
forests, waterfalls and rolling countryside. Overnight in Da Lat. |
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| Day 06: DaLat - NhaTrang (Breakfast) |
| An impressive way to start our day is a walk around
the town. We then embark on a short drive past the charming pine hill
to visit the summer residence of Vietnam's last Emperor Bao Dai, who
was forced to abdicate in 1945, shortly after the end of the World War
II. We follow this with a trip to the Lam Ty Ni Pagoda and the Hang Nga
Guesthouse, well known as the Crazy House because of its bizarre
architecture. The central market and the old rail station are also
visited this morning before we travel by roads through the undulating
terrains to the picturesque coastal town of 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. |
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| Day 07: NhaTrang (Breakfast/Lunch) |
| The fabulous sunny weather, turquoise water
surrounding a string of islands and white sandy beach stretching the
whole length of the city make Nha Trang one of Vietnam's premier beach
resorts. After breakfast we board a boat for a day trip around the
coastal islands, stopping on the way at a local fishing village to
observe the island life. Today we also have lots of time on the blue
clear water enjoying swimming and snorkeling or lazing on a beach. A
seafood lunch is some enjoyment of the trip. We arrive back in town
late afternoon and visit the Long Son Pagoda and the impressive Ponagar
Cham Towers, which are overlooking the colourful fishing port.
Overnight in Nha Trang. |
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| Day 08: NhaTrang - Da Nang - Hoi An (Breakfast) |
| An early morning transfer to airport for a flight to
Da Nang. On arrival we are greeted and driven a short distance to Hoi
An which was originally a Cham seaport but has been influenced down
centuries by a myriad of traders from various cultures. There are
plenty to see in this tranquil and delightful town, some of which are
the famous Japanese Covered Bridges, the Pottery Museum, the 200 years
old Tamky House, the Chua Ong Pagoda and the vibrant market. We visit
these sights on an enchanting walking tour past many low tiled houses
scattered along the small streets, and assembly halls which reflect the
town's multi-cultural past. Overnight in Hoi An. |
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| Day 09: Hoi An - Hue (Breakfast) |
The following destination of our trip is Hue, the last
imperial capital of Vietnam. We drive north this morning, stopping en
route to visit the sensational Marble Mountains, the China Beach and
the Cham Museum in Danang. This interesting structure is home to
Vietnam's largest collection of Cham treasures. The winding roads begin
as we make our way up the spectacular Hai Van Pass. At the top of the
pass we stop to admire a fantastic view north to Lang Co and south to
Danang. Arriving in Hue we see the Imperial Citadel 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. Stay overnight in Hue.
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| Day 10: Hue (Breakfast) |
| The beautiful riverside pagoda of Thien Mu which now
becomes the symbol of Hue, and the elaborate royal tomb of Emperor Tu
Duc are not to be missed. We include these in a half day cruise on the
Perfume River which also gives us a taste of the scenic countryside as
well as an enjoyable visit to the mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang, in a
tranquil setting of gardens and lakes. After an impressive boat trip we
take a walk to the bustling Dong Ba Market that sells a wide variety of
local goods and handicrafts. Along the way we pass many fantastic
eating spots, all ideal for visitors to sample some local delicacies.
Overnight in Hue. |
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| Day 11: Hue - Hanoi (Lunch) |
| After breakfast we explore Hue on our own until
transferring to the airport for a short flight north. 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 many lakes and parks also make for relaxing atmosphere. After
checking into hotel we visit the beautiful lake of Hoan Kiem with its
sacred temple and the vibrant Dong Xuan Market, which boasts Hanoi's
oldest and largest market. A perfect way to finish the day is to enjoy
a short cyclo excursion through the bustling old quarter streets named
after the specific goods once offered for sale at these places.
Overnight in Ha Noi. |
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| Day 12: Hanoi -Halong (Breakfast) |
| Today we enjoy a half day city tour starting with the
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. The complex also comprises the One Pillar Pagoda, whose origins
date back to the foundation of Hanoi. We follow this with a 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. The peaceful lake of Hoan Kiem and
the bustling Dong Xuan Market are also visited before we depart for
Halong Bay through the scenic countryside. Overnight in Ha Long. |
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| Day 13: Halong - Hanoi (Breakfast/Lunch) |
| The wondrous Halong Bay is truly one of Vietnam's most
impressive scenic sights. Heading out of the town we embark on a boat
for an exploration of the legendary Halong Bay. This exciting five hour
cruise will provide us a fantastic view of the picturesque scenery
blending with the sky and some 3,000 limestone islands rising amazingly
from the clear and emerald water. The limestone karst formations are
littered with beaches, grottoes and beautiful caves. Along the way we
will anchor for a leisurely swim in a secluded cove and an enjoyable
visit to one of the many hidden grottoes beneath towering cliffs. After
a seafood lunch on board we return to Ha Noi, stopping en route at Dong
Trieu pottery village. We arrive in time to see an evening performance
of Hanoi's famous water puppets. Overnight in Ha Noi. |
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| Day 14: Hanoi - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Hanoi (Breakfast) |
| The capital of Vietnam from 968 AD to 1010 AD during
the Dinh and early Le Dynasties is Hoa Lu, which however has left its
legacy in the form of two small temples, each one nearly a thousand
years old. After two and half hour drive from Hanoi we visit these
remaining structures, dedicated to the Dinh and Le Rulers, then climb
200 steps to the top of Ma Yen mount for a fantastic view over the
surrounding areas. The next stop of our trip is Tam Coc which is
surnamed "Inland Halong Bay". We take a boat trip on a river through
the quiet and peaceful landscape of rice fields surrounded by limestone
formations to the grottoes of Tam Coc. Overnight in Ha Noi. |
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| Day 15: Hanoi - Departure (Breakfast) |
There is a free time for you to relax or further
explore Ha Noi. The trip ends after your transfer to Noi Bai Airport
for departure. End of the service.
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Tour Prices (Price per person and in US$)
Includes:
- Private car pick up from your hotel to Hanoi train station and back.
- Returns train tickets in 04 berths canbinet, A/C Wooden Softsleeper
- Local English speaking guide, Other languges upon your request
- Twin /Double sharing Room at hotel in Sapa
- Meal as mentioned in program ( B= Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner )
- Sightseeing fees
- Transport as programe
- Taxes
Excludes:
- Insurance
- Personal expense (drinks, telephone…)
- Tips and gratuities
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