Summary
 Vietnam was once known as a war-torn country. Now is the time for you to visit an emerging Vietnam at peace. As a country still in the early stage of development, Vietnam has many things that can capture any traveller’s heart: a unique and rich civilization with four thousand years of history, friendly and hospitable people, breathtaking natural beauty, more than three thousand kilometres of coastline with astounishing beaches, brilliant green rice paddies, graceful and ‘ancient-looking’ capital Hanoi, or fast-paced, dynamic and exciting Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)… The ‘old’ and the modern, the natural and the manmade existing side by side has given Vietnam an irresistable charm that you hardly find elsewhere in Asia and made Vietnam an appealing destination for the new millenium. With SEAGATE Travel, you will have 16 days full of exciting discoveries through all the worthwhile of Vietnam.
Destination: Hanoi – Tho Ha - Mai Chau- Halong- Hue- Hoi An- My Son- Saigon-My Tho- Cu Chi.
Duration: 16 days 15 nights.
Departure: Daily.
Price: Upon request.
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Discover non touristy traditional village in Red River Delta |
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Visit 4 out of 5 world heritages in Vietnam: Halong, Hue, Hoi An, My Son. |
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Home stay in long house of Thai people |
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Trekking in the most beautiful valley in the north of Vietnam |
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Relaxing on beautiful beaches |
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Discover Hanoi and Saigon and see their differences |
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Mingle with busy activities of local people in Mekong delta |
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi City tour (L,D)
| We have the whole day to discover Hanoi. Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One pillar pagoda, Temple of Literature. Lunch at Season of Hanoi. In the afternoon visit Ethnology Museum then enjoy the water puppet show - the unique art of Vietnamese people. Dinner at Indochina Restaurant. Overnight at Sofitel Metropole Hotel. |
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Day 2: Hanoi – Tho Ha (B, L)
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Take a half day tour to Tho Ha - the traditional village of Viet people in Red river delta. This village is still hidden away from tourist. Most of the houses here still keep the original architecture from hundred years ago. You can visit some local families, watch them making rice paper, wander around village. Then we drive back to Hanoi for lunch at Wild Rice Restaurant. Take the orientation walk around old quarter of Hanoi. Rest of the day is free on your own. Overnight at Sofitel Metropole Hotel. |
Day 3: Hanoi – Mai Chau (B, L, D)
| Depart to Mai Chau, the most beautiful valley in the north of Vietnam. On the way, stop to visit Tay Phuong Pagoda then take a bike ride in rural area of Red River Delta. Drive to Hoa Binh for lunch. After lunch, drive up to Mai Chau. Overnight in the long house of Thai people. |
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Day 4: Mai Chau- Xa Linh (B, L, D)
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In the morning drive up to Xalinh, the area of Mong people. Take 2 hour hiking through some of Mong Villages. The scenery along the trek is beautiful. Then back to Mai Chau for lunch in the local house. In the afternoon, you can take a walk around the valley, visit some of other villages, walking on the rice field. After dinner, you can enjoy traditional music show performed by local people there. Overnight in the long house of Thai people in Mai Chau. |
Day 5: Mai Chau – Hanoi (B, L)
| Drive back to Hanoi. Lunch at Forest Restaurant. Afternoon is free to discover the city on your own. Overnight at Sofitel Metropole Hotel. |
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Day 6: Hanoi – Halong (B,L,D)
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Morning drive from Hanoi to Halong bay. Upon arrival, embark to Halong Ginger boat for one day discover the legendary bay with nearly 3000 islands on it. Overnight on Halong Ginger Boat. |
Day 7: Halong – Hanoi (B,L)
| Morning continue your journey on Halong Bay.Enjoy fresh seafood lunch on boat before driving back to Hanoi. Overnight at Sofitel Metropole Hotel. |
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Day 8: Hanoi – Hue (B,D)
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Today we flight from Hanoi to Hue city. In the afternoon, visit Thien Mu pagoda, the symbol of Hue city. Walking around Kim Long village before coming back to hotel. Dinner at The Temple restaurant. Overnight at La Residence hotel. |
Day 9: Hue (B,L)
Morning visit Hue Imperial Citadel. Then visit Minh Tu orphanage at Duc Son Pagoda. Lunch at Y Thao restaurant. Afternoon visit Tu Duc Tomb then have some free time on your own.
Overnight at La Residence hotel. |
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Day 10: Hue – Hoi An (B, L, D)
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Morning drive to Hoi An via Danang. Visit Cham Museum and China Beach en route. Lunch at Cargo restaurant before check in Palm Garden Resort. Afternoon is free for relaxing or swimming at the resort. Overnight in Palm Garden resort. |
Day 11: Hoi An – My Son (B, L)
| Morning take a tour to My Son, the holy land of Cham ethic group from 4th to 13th Century. Lunch at Moon Town restaurant. Afternoon take a walking tour in the ancient town include Phuc Kien congressional house, Japanese Cover Bridge, Tan Ky ancient house. Tour ending with boat trip on Thu Bon river to see daily life of local people and sunset on the river. Overnight in Palm Garden resort. |
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Day 12: Hoi An – Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon). (B,D)
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Morning is free to discover Hoi An on your own. Afternoon fly to Saigon. Dinner at local restaurant. Overnight at Park Hyatt Saigon Hotel |
Day 13: Saigon City tour (B,L)
| Morning visit Reunification Palace before discover China town. Lunch at L’etoile restaurant. Afternoon visit Notre Dame Cathedral and Post Office. Overnight at Park Hyatt Saigon Hotel |
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Day 14: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) – My Tho( B,L)
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Drive to My Tho for discovering a part of Mekong delta. Upon arrival to My Tho, take a boat trip on Mekong river to fishing boat station, visit some local houses, try some local tropical fruit growing in this area, experience how local people make coconut candy, wander along country road on horse carriage. Lunch at Vuon Dau An Khanh, a home of local farmer. After lunch, take a boat trip back to boat station and drive back to Saigon. Overnight at Park Hyatt Saigon Hotel |
Day 15: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)– Cu Chi tunnel (B,L,D)
| Morning take a half day tour to Cuchi tunnel – the famous tunnel net work used to be basement of VC in Vietnam war only 60 kms away from Saigon. Back to Saigon for lunch in Pho 24 Restaurant. Afternoon is free time on your own. Farewell dinner at Indochine Restaurant. Overnight at Park Hyatt Saigon Hotel |
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Day 16: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) - Home (B)
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Free time in Saigon till your departure time to fly home. |
TOUR END
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Transportation in private air-conditioned car with driver. |
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Meals as indicated: B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner. |
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Home staying with Thai ethic group. |
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Cyclo trips. |
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Domestic flights |
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Water puppet show. |
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Private boat trips in Halong bay and Thubon river |
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Accommodation: twin sharing room at mentioned hotels |
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Professional English speaking guide. |
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Entrance fees to indicated sites. |
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Other meals, tips, drinks. |
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Personal expenses |
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Insurance |
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