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Tour Vietnam Grand Discovery 20 days Itinerary
Itinerary Overview Includes & Excludes Detail Itinerary
I. Itinerary Overview
Time Destination Activities Meals Welcome to Vietnam! Be picked up and transfer to hotel, Day 1 Hanoi Arrival - free day at leisure to prepare for the trip Hanoi City tour by motorbike in the morning. Ride around the city, outside of the Old Quarter. Take a number of short stops, and a walking tour to learn about the history of the Hanoi City tour by motorbike (or by Day 2 sites including Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Temple of B, L bus) - Night train to Lao Cai Literature. Then ride around West Lake. End with lunch at an authentic Vietnamese restaurant. Take overnight train to Sapa Pick up at Lao Cai train station then transfer to Sapa by bus. Join on a soft trekking tour to discover the untouched beauty Day 3 Y Linh Ho - Lao Chai - Ta Van B, PL, D of the villages as well as the daily life, work and original custom of ethnic minorities Follow our local guide and continue take part in a soft Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai – Su Pan - trekking tour to discover the rural daily life in the red Dzao, Day 4 B, L Sapa - Ha Noi the H’mong village and contemplate the majestic beauty of waterfall and rattan bridge. Back to Ha Noi by shuttle bus Day trip to picturesque Ninh Binh, visit the Hoa Lu ancient capital and enjoy a boat ride to explore Tam Coc. Then Day 5 Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hanoi cycling for an hour to Bich Dong and sight see beautiful B, L scenic pagodas, lush paddy fields, mountains, river and caves. Drive to Halong Bay where you board a junk for a cruise among the hundreds of islets of this magical World Heritage Day 6 Hanoi - Halong Bay B, L, D Site. Enjoy lunch and a swim. Drop anchor in the evening for an overnight stay among the dramatic limestone peaks. Continue cruising to explore the most stunning caves in Halong and have the brunch on board. Disembark then back Day 7 Ha Long - Hanoi - Da Nang - Hoi An B, L to Hanoi. Flight to Da Nang and transfer to your hotel in Hoi An. Take part in Hue city tour with a boat trip on the Perfume River to visit Thien Mu Pagoda, explore the Citadel, and the Day 8 Hue City Full Day Tour B, L royal tombs of Nguyen Emperors and see the ancient beauty of people as well as scenery of Hue In the morning, transfer by shuttle bus to Hoi An. Check in Day 9 Hue - Hoi An by shuttle bus B the hotel and relax. Follow local to leisurely stroll through the famous ancient town and learn about its history, the blend of Orient and Day 10 Hoi An Walking half day in the morning B Western culture, and visit ancient temples, houses as well as enjoy shopping. Free in the afternoon
Day 11 Da Nang - Nha Trang by train Take a day train to Nha Trang. Arrival Nha Trang at night B
Day 12 Nha Trang free day Free time to relax on the beach or shopping B Day 13 Nha Trang free day Explore Nha Trang on your own B Nha Trang - Overnight train to Ho Chi Just relax untill picked up at hotel then transfer to train Day 14 B Minh station. Take overnight train to Ho Chi Minh In the morning, drive 55 km out of Ho Chi Minh City to Cu Chi District and discover the amazing complex of Ho Chi Minh City – Cu Chi Tunnels – Day 15 underground tunnels. In the afternoon, gain an insight into B, L Ho Chi Minh City the city’s development through a walking tour to the most significant landmarks. Drive to Cai Be to experience the boat trip as well as to see Day 16 Ho Chi Minh – Vinh Long – Can Tho the rural life on Mekong Delta. Enjoy lunch cooking with B, L local people.Onward to Can Tho by car transfer Discover Cai Rang floating Market in early morning. See the Day 17 Can Tho – Ho Chi Minh B, L beautiful scenery and daily activities of the locals. Relax at hotel untill picked up then transfer to the airport for Day 18 Ho Chi Minh Departure B onward flight. Hope to have chance to serve you again! Spend the morning exploring Halong Bay then transfer back Day 19 Halong Bay – Hanoi B, L to Hanoi. Day 20 Hanoi Departure Transfer to the airport in Ha Noi for your onward flight. B
II. Includes & Excludes
Includes
Accommodation in TWN/ DBL sharing accommodation at hotel, except sharing cabin on train and overnight at local homestay All transport within Vietnam (including airport pick up and see off), as per itinerary All in-tour stationed local English speaking guide. Domestic flight Hanoi – Hue Entrance fees for Vietnam attractions, as per itinerary Meals as indicated in the program Vietnam visa Approval letter (single entry).
Excludes
SURCHARGE FOR A PRIVATE TOUR Hotel EARLY check in & LATE check out Peak season surcharge & compulsory dinner at the hotel (if any) International flight to or from Vietnam with taxes Vietnam Visa or Passport Fees Travel Insurance Tips, laundry and gratuities Meals not marked on itinerary, and bottle of water in Vietnam
III. Detail Itinerary
Day 1 Hanoi Arrival
The tour guide and driver will pick you up at Noi Bai international airport (Hanoi) and transfer to the city centre for
hotel check-in. Hotel rooms may not be ready until 14:00 hrs but an early check-in would be guaranteed with a
surcharge. Free at leisure for the rest of the day. You may want to join our optional excursion around the city such
as walking tour through Hanoi Old quarter. Meals: NA Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi Activities: Welcome to Vietnam! Be picked up and transfer to hotel, free day at leisure to prepare for the trip Transportations: Car
Day 2 Hanoi City tour by motorbike (or by bus) - Night train to Lao Cai
8:00 Tour guide will pick you up at your hotel, start your city tour by taking photos and learn about the history of
the Hanoi Old quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake as well as the Hanoi Opera House . Ride around the city, outside of the
Old Quarter, where most tourists don’t visit. Take a number of short stops to take photos and the tour guide leader
will take you on a foot tour to learn about the history of the sites including Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Temple
of Literature - the first university of Vietnam and is constructed to dedicate to Confucius. Enjoying a range of small
Vietnamese snacks. Then ride around West Lake, pass some of the most exclusive real estate in Vietnam to find
out lifestyle differences between center district and others. You will experience lunch at an authentic Vietnamese
Restaurant with a wonderful variety of unlimited food to cater for every taste. Around noon you will have the option
for your Tour Guide to take you to any location in the Old Quarter or to your hotel. 20:00 Guide pick up you at
hotel lobby for transferring to Train Station for night train to Lao Cai Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi Activities: Hanoi City tour by motorbike in the morning. Ride around the city, outside of the Old Quarter. Take a number of short stops, and a walking tour to learn about the history of the sites including Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Temple of Literature. Then ride around West Lake. End with lunch at an authentic Vietnamese restaurant. Take overnight train to Sapa Transportations: Car
Day 3 Y Linh Ho - Lao Chai - Ta Van
Pick up at the train station when you arrive and transfer to Sapa by a tourist shared bus. Early check in is possible
when you arrive if the room available otherwise we will provide you a basic hotel room where you can have shower
or relax Start the trip at 9:30 as below. 12 km of trekking, visit Y Linh Ho and Lao Chai villages of the H’mong
minority. after lunch at a local family in Lao Chai or in a drinking shop nearby the river bank, we keep on hiking to
Ta Van village of the Dzay where we stay overnight in a local family. Here you have opportunity to experience their
daily life, work and original custom. Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Home-stay in Tavan Village Activities: Pick up at Lao Cai train station then transfer to Sapa by bus. Join on a soft trekking tour to discover the untouched beauty of the villages as well as the daily life, work and original custom of ethnic minorities Transportations: Car
Day 4 Ta Van – Giang Ta Chai – Su Pan - Sapa - Ha Noi
Breakfast will be serving at the homestay at about 8:00am Start trekking at 9:30 Am Take 8 km walking to visit 2
villages of the red Dzao, the H’mong (Giang Ta Chai & Su Pan). Visit a beautiful waterfall and rattan bridge. Enjoy
landscapes… through bamboo forest on the way to the main road to get the jeep to return to Sapa. Shuttle bus
pick up at your hotel then transfer to Ha Noi Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Hotel in Ha Noi Activities: Follow our local guide and continue take part in a soft trekking tour to discover the rural daily life in the red Dzao, the H’mong village and contemplate the majestic beauty of waterfall and rattan bridge. Back to Ha Noi by shuttle bus Transportations: Car
Day 5 Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hanoi
8:00 am: Our driver and tour guide pick you up at your hotel then depart for Ninh Binh province. Ninh Binh is
located south of the Northern Delta, between the Red River and Ma River. The old city of Ninh Binh is one of many
famous historic sites in Vietnam. The provincial town of Ninh Binh as diverse landscapes because of its proximity to
the mountains of Non Nuoc and Canh Dieu. Arrive in Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, visit 2 Temples of 2 Kings (Dinh Bo
Linh and Le Hoan Then our driver will transfer you from Hoa Lu to Tam Coc Wharf to have lunch in a local restaurant in Tam Coc and enjoy famous specialties of Ancient Capital area. In the afternoon, Take a 5 minute
walk to the Tam Coc Wharf and start the 2 hour boat trip to visit 3 caves: Hang Ca (First Cave), Hang Hai (Second
Cave) and Hang Ba (Third Cave). Each cave owns an unique scenery which will dazzle you as you get in.
Afterwards, Take up cycling for an hour to Bich Dong and sight see beautiful scenic pagodas, lush paddy fields,
mountains, river and caves. Then get on bus and our driver will take you back to Hanoi. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi Activities: Day trip to picturesque Ninh Binh, visit the Hoa Lu ancient capital and enjoy a boat ride to explore Tam Coc. Then cycling for an hour to Bich Dong and sight see beautiful scenic pagodas, lush paddy fields, mountains, river and caves. Transportations: Car
Day 6 Hanoi - Halong Bay
Halong Bay is listed by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage and voted as a Wonder of Nature by the New7Wonders
Foundation. You will have a night staying in this world famous bay. Be ready for pick-up at your hotel lobby at
08:00. Halfway to Halong City we will have a stop at Hong Ngoc Humanitarian Centre. Apart from having clean
western style toilet facilities we will be able to see local craftsmen at work and have time for relaxation. 11:30 -
12:00 Upon arrival at the pier, embark on the boat and set sail on a cruise through the limestone cliffs and
emerald waters of Halong Bay, taking in the spectacular scenery of this UNESCO World Heritage site. Lunch is
served as you cruise by impressive rock formations with unusual names and shapes. In the afternoon you will start
to discover Halong Bay, listed as a World Heritage of outstanding natural beauty, known in Vietnamese as “Dragon
descending to the sea“. Depending on each cruise’s itinerary of the day, you may visit a beautiful cave, have some
swimming at Titov or Soi Sim beach. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: On-board an overnight cruise in Halong Bay Activities: Drive to Halong Bay where you board a junk for a cruise among the hundreds of islets of this magical World Heritage Site. Enjoy lunch and a swim. Drop anchor in the evening for an overnight stay among the dramatic limestone peaks. Transportations: Cruise
Day 7 Ha Long - Hanoi - Da Nang - Hoi An
Wake up by the sounds of the sea. After breakfast, cruise will take tourists to explore the most stunning caves in
Halong. Boat starts cruising back to the harbor while brunch is served. We continue cruising through the bay, along
the way seeing more of the fascinating formations. When backing on shore we will then transfer by car to the
airport in Hanoi to catch a flight to Da Nang. It will take about 1 hour 20 minutes on flight. Welcomed by our driver in Danang Airport then we will be transferred to hotel in Hoi An. Check in hotel, free at leisure the rest of the day. Meals: Breakfast, Brunch Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An Activities: Continue cruising to explore the most stunning caves in Halong and have the brunch on board. Disembark then back to Hanoi. Flight to Da Nang and transfer to your hotel in Hoi An. Transportations: Airplane
Day 8 Hue City Full Day Tour
8:00 Pick up at hotel in Hue. Start tour with a boat trip on the Perfume River to visit the Thien Mu Pagoda, one of
the symbols of Hue. Continue by exploring Hue Citadel - situated on the Northern bank of the Perfume River and
built by Emperor Gia Long. It was designed for the exclusive use of the royal family. Then we take a short drive into
the river where seven tombs were built for seven Nguyen emperors. Each is an expression of the unique
personality of the man whose remains it holds and each is comprised of three elements: a temple dedicated to the
worship of the deceased emperor and his queen, a stone stele that records the biographical and historical high
points of his life, and the royal tomb itself. In this tour, we will visit Minh Mang Tomb (tomb of Emperor Minh Mang)
and Khai Dinh Tomb (tomb of Emperor Khai Dinh). Free time for rest of the day. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Hotel in Hue Activities: Take part in Hue city tour with a boat trip on the Perfume River to visit Thien Mu Pagoda, explore the Citadel, and the royal tombs of Nguyen Emperors and see the ancient beauty of people as well as scenery of Hue Transportations: Car
Day 9 Hue - Hoi An by shuttle bus
In the morning, transfer by shuttle bus to the enchanting town of Hoi An listed by UNESCO as a World Cultural
Heritage and was once a well-known trading centre in Southeast Asia from the 16th to 18th centuries. Check in the
hotel and relax. Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An Activities: In the morning, transfer by shuttle bus to Hoi An. Check in the hotel and relax. Transportations: Car
Day 10 Hoi An Walking half day in the morning
After having breakfast in your hotel, your guide will take you on a stroll through the ancient town. Its friendly
inhabitants, narrow streets, old houses, temples and wooden bridge still remain its ancient character. The best way to discover Hoi An, however, is to simply wander. Little more than a maze of a few streets, there are temples,
museums and preserved houses to visit; yet with some 850 buildings heritage-protected, the best feel for the town
comes from the places which are free to all. As with everywhere in this country, the ‘real’ Vietnam is to be found in
unexpected places, such as a back street or turning down an unexpected alley, or talking in broken English to the
old lady who sells Chinese scrolls. In hidden nooks and crannies are art galleries, cafes, gastronomic gems,
ceramics for sale, shops filled with lanterns and, of course, the silk for which the town is famed. There are
woodworkers and carvers, artists at work, craft shops. Plus there are always cold drinks for sale, important no
matter the time of year. In this part of Vietnam, it is either hot and dry, or hot and wet. Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An Activities: Follow local to leisurely stroll through the famous ancient town and learn about its history, the blend of Orient and Western culture, and visit ancient temples, houses as well as enjoy shopping. Free in the afternoon Transportations: Trekking
Day 11 Da Nang - Nha Trang by train
Have breakfast at hotel. Free at hotel untill driver pick up at hotel then transfer to Da Nang train station for day
train to Nha Trang Arrival Nha Trang at night. Check - in hotel and relax Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel in Nha Trang Activities: Take a day train to Nha Trang. Arrival Nha Trang at night Transportations: Train
Day 12 Nha Trang free day
Have a breakfast at hotel Nha Trang is a perfect choice which offers very nice weather and good reasons for
travelling! Just one free day in this city is still not enough! You can enjoy another day in this beautiful beach city.
You can consider some of our suggestions below: + Boat trip cruising in Nha Trang Bay to visit Tri Nguyen
Aquarium + Snorkeling in Hon Mun Island + Having a fresh meal at the Con Se Tre Restaurant on Hon Tre Island. +
Shopping Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel in Nha Trang Activities: Free time to relax on the beach or shopping
Day 13 Nha Trang free day Free time to relax on the beach or shopping Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel in Nha Trang Activities: Explore Nha Trang on your own
Day 14 Nha Trang - Overnight train to Ho Chi Minh
Spend all day on your own untill picked up at hotel for transferring to train station in Nha Trang.Take overnight
train to Ho Chi Minh Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Overnight on train Activities: Just relax untill picked up at hotel then transfer to train station. Take overnight train to Ho Chi Minh Transportations: Train
Day 15 Ho Chi Minh City – Cu Chi Tunnels – Ho Chi Minh City
Pick up at train station then transfer to hotel in Ho Chi Minh city for check-in. Have a breakfast at hotel In morning
you will drive 55 km out of Ho Chi Minh City to Cu Chi District famous for the amazing complex of underground
tunnels. There are more than 200 km of tunnels, comprising a main axis system with many branches connecting to
underground hideouts, shelters and other tunnels. Experience traditional noodle for your lunch. In the afternoon,
gain an insight into the city’s development through a walking tour to the most significant landmarks including the
Saigon Opera House, Ho Chi Minh City Hall, Notre Dame Cathedral and Saigon Central Post Office (all magnificent
sights from the French colonial period). Your next stop will be the famous Ben Thanh Market, where you can
purchase souvenirs for your beloved ones. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City Activities: In the morning, drive 55 km out of Ho Chi Minh City to Cu Chi District and discover the amazing complex of underground tunnels. In the afternoon, gain an insight into the city’s development through a walking tour to the most significant landmarks. Transportations: Car
Day 16 Ho Chi Minh – Vinh Long – Can Tho
Depart for the 2.5 hours drive to Cai Be, deep in the Mekong Delta. The Journey begins with a wooden boat trip;
proceed to evergreen islands among the Mekong River through a large network of meandering tributaries,
crisscrossed with countless arroyos. Enjoy lunch experience cooking with local people, then cruise to Vinh Long to
discover beautiful landscapes along the river and observe the typical Mekong Delta rural life. At the end of the afternoon, move to Can Tho. Free for night discovery in Can Tho. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Hotel in Can Tho Activities: Drive to Cai Be to experience the boat trip as well as to see the rural life on Mekong Delta. Enjoy lunch cooking with local people.Onward to Can Tho by car transfer Transportations: Car, Cruise
Day 17 Can Tho – Ho Chi Minh
After Breakfast at hotel, take a motor boat to visit Cai Rang – the most fascinating floating market where we can
see all trading activities on Mekong river. A short stop to visit rice husking mill and cycling around the village to
observe the beautiful scenery and daily activities of the locals. Disembark at Ninh Kieu and transfer back to HCMC.
On the way, visit Vinh Trang Pagoda which is one of Vietnamese popular destinations. Finish tour at your hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh Activities: Discover Cai Rang floating Market in early morning. See the beautiful scenery and daily activities of the locals. Transportations: Car, Cruise
Day 18 Ho Chi Minh Departure
Have leisure time before your departure. You are welcome to join our interesting optional excursions in and around
Ho Chi Minh City, such as our Good Morning Saigon! tour. Please note that hotel check-out time is at 12:00. A late
check-out can be arranged subject to room availability and a surcharge will be applied. Transfer to the airport in Ho
Chi Minh City for your onward flight. Tour ends after arriving at the airport. Meals: Breakfast Activities: Relax at hotel untill picked up then transfer to the airport for onward flight. Hope to have chance to serve you again! Transportations: Airplane
Day 19 Halong Bay – Hanoi
Wake up on the bay. You will have opportunity to view the sunrise over the bay. After breakfast, visit a wonderful
limestone grotto then walk back to the boat for a final glimpse of the majestic Halong Bay while cruising back to
the pier. Get picked up and transferred by the shuttle bus to Hanoi. Free at leisure the rest of the day and
overnight at Hanoi Hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Brunch Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi Activities: Spend the morning exploring Halong Bay then transfer back to Hanoi. Transportations: Car, Cruise
Day 20 Hanoi Departure
In the morning, have breakfast at the hotel. Free at leisure until being picked up and get transferred to the airport
for your onward flight. Have a smooth departure and hope to see you next time! Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: NA Activities: Transfer to the airport in Ha Noi for your onward flight. Transportations: Car