Summary
.jpg) Vietnam was once known as a war-torn country. Now it 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 traveler's heart: a unique and rich civilization with four thousand years of history, friendly and hospitable people, breathtaking natural beauty, more than three thousand kilometers of coastline with astonishing 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 irresistible charm that you hardly find elsewhere in Asia and made Vietnam an appealing destination for the new millennium. With SEAGATE Travel, you will have 22 days full of exciting discoveries through all the worthwhile of Vietnam.
Destination: Hanoi – Tho Ha - Mai Chau- Halong- Hue- Hoi An- My Son- Nha Trang- Dalat- Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) - Mekong Delta- Cu Chi.
Duration: 22 days 21 nights.
Departure: Daily.
Price: Upon request.
Activity:
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Discover a 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 staying with Thai ethic minority group |
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Trekking in the most beautiful valley in the north of Vietnam |
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Relaxing on beautiful beaches or highland city of Dalat |
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Discovering Hanoi and Saigon and see their differences |
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Mingling with local people in Mekong delta in their home. |
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi City tour (L,D)
| We have the whole day to enjoy the highlights of Hanoi: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One pillar pagoda and the Temple of Literature, After lunch at Season of Hanoi, visit Ethnology Museum before ending the day with 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 – a traditional village of Viet people in Red River Delta. This village is still hidden away from tourists. Most of the houses here still maintain their original architecture from several hundred years ago. You will have a chance to visit some local families, watching them making rice paper, and wandering around the village. Remember to bring your camera if you don’t want to miss any photo opportunities. Then drive back to Hanoi for lunch at Wild Rice Restaurant. The afternoon will be for an orientation walk around the old quarter of Hanoi. The rest of the day is free at your leisure. 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 the rural area of Red River Delta. Drive to Hoa Binh for lunch then drive up to Mai Chau. Overnight in the local house of Thai ethic group. |
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Day 4: Mai Chau- Xa Linh (B, L, D)
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In the Morning we drive up to Xalinh, the area of Mong people, for a 2 hour hiking through some of Mong Villages. The scenery along the trek is beautiful. Then back to Mai Chau for lunch with local Thai ethic group. The afternoon is at your leisure to explore Mai Chau as you wish: you can take a walk around the valley, on the rice fields, or visit some other villages. After dinner, enjoy traditional music show performed by local people there. Overnight in house of local Thai ethic group 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)
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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 fly from Hanoi to Hue, a beautiful and welcoming city. In the afternoon, visit Thien Mu pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Hue and also the symbol of the city. Then take a walk around Kim Long village before coming back to hotel. Dinner at the Temple restaurant. Overnight at La Residence Hotel. |
Day 9: Hue – Lang Co (B,L)
| This morning is for touring Hue Imperial Citadel. Then visit Minh Tu orphanage at Duc Son Pagoda before stopping for a lunch at Y Thao restaurant. In the afternoon visit Tu Duc Tomb then having some free time on your own. Overnight at La Residence Hotel. |
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Day 10: Lang Co – Hoi An (B, L)
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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)
| In the morning take a tour toMy Son, the holy land of Cham people from 4th to 13th Century. After lunch at Moon Town restaurant, take a walking tour in the ancient town visiting Phuc Kien congressional house, Japanese Cover Bridge, Tan Ky Ancient House. Also explore many craft and silk shops in town. Tour ends with a boat trip on Thu Bon river to watch the sunset and the daily life of local people on both sides of the. Overnight in Palm Garden resort. |
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Day 12: Hoi An – Nha Trang. (B,D)
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After a morning at leisure to discover Hoi An on your own, you will be transferred to the airport to take a flight to Nha Trang. Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at Ana Mandara Resort. |
Day 13: Nha Trang (B,L)
In the morning take the boat trip on Nha Trang Bay, one of the most beautiful bays in the world. You can swim, trying to row on basket boat, visit Tam or Mun island. Lunch on Boat.
Back to hotel in the afternoon. Rest of the time is free. Overnight at Ana Mandara Resort. |
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Day 14: Nha Trang – Dalat( B,L)
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Drive from Nha Trang to Da Lat with a stopover at PoGrongGiarai tower. Arrive in DaLat. Lunch at a local restaurant. Afternoon take the orientation walk in the town. Overnight at Sofitel Dalat Palace. |
Day 15: Dalat (B,L)
| Visit Thien Vien Pagoda then take a boat trip on Tuyen Lam Lake. Visit Da Tien resort. Back to town to visit the crazy monk at Lam Ti Ni Pagoda. Lunch at Trong Dong Restaurant. Afternoon visit Tran Hung Dao street, where you can see many old villas from French time and Dalat Railway Station. Visit Link Son Pagoda before coming back to hotel. Overnight at Sofitel Dalat Palace. |
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Day 16: Dalat- Saigon (B,L)
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Visit Da Lat Su Quan , the central of embroidery handicraft in Vietnam before departing for the flight to Ho Chi Minh city (Saigon). Afternoon is free on your own. Overnight at Park Hyatt Saigon Hotel. |
Day 17: Saigon City tour (B,L)
| Morning visit Reunification Palace before discovering 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 18: Saigon- Cai Be- Vinh Long ( B, L, D)
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Today we depart to Mekong delta, the rice basket of Vietnam. Visit CaoDai Temple at Ben Luc. Embark on boat at CaiBe to see people making popcorn and poprice or coconut cady. Lunch at local house in Cai Be. After lunch visit plant nursery of Mr. Tam Tiger and try some fruits in his garden. Overnight at Mr. Muoi Huong home. |
Day 19: Vinh Long – Can Tho: (B, L)
| Visit local market before boarding on boat to Mr.Sau Giao’s bonsai garden. Lunch at local restaurant in Vinh Long then continue driving to Can Tho. Visit Vuon Co Bang Lang, the egret garden before checking in hotel in Can Tho. Overnight at Victoria Can Tho Hotel. |
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Day 20: Can Tho- Saigon: (B,L)
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In the morning visit early Cai Rang floating market on Mekong river. Back to hotel for breakfast before departing to Saigon. Lunch at Ngoc Gia Trang Restaurant. Overnight at Park Hyatt Saigon Hotel |
Day 21: Saigon – Cu Chi Tunnel (B,L,D)
| In the morning take a half day tour to Cuchi Tunnel – the famous tunnel net work used to be the basement of VC in Vietnam war only 60 kms away from SAi gon. 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 22: Saigon- Home (B)
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Free time in Saigon till your departure time to fly home. |
TOUR END.
Included
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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 trip. |
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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. |
Excluded
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Other meals, tips, drinks. |
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Personal expenses |
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Insurance |
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