Summary
Vietnam is world well-known for its breathtaking natural beauty. So far 5 destinations has been recognized by UNESCO as natural and cultural World Heritages: Halong, Phong Nha, Hue, Hoi An and My Son. Traveling with SEAGATE you will have a chance to discover all of these destinations within ten days: from Hue - the ancient capital of Vietnam, to Hoi An- a living museum of a seaport town from hundreds of years ago, and My Son- the holly land of Cham people, balanced with relaxing on a peaceful boat trip on Halong Bay, and feeling the adventurous spirit of discovering Phong Nha Cave where the longest underground river in the world starts.
Destination: Hanoi – Halong- Phong Nha- Hue- Hoian.
Duration: 10 days 9 nights.
Departure: Daily.
Price: Upon request.
Activity:
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Visiting five world heritages on the trip: Halong, Phong Nha, Hue, Hoi An, My Son. |
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Comfortable stay in Lang Co Beach Resort and Hoi An Life Resort, |
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Peaceful boat trips on Halong Bay and Rivers |
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Relaxing on the beach. |
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi- Tho Ha- Halong (B,L)
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Drive to Tho Ha, the ancient village of Viet people in Red River Delta which has not been known to many tourists. Take a short ferry ride over Nhu Nguyet River to the village. Walk around to discover the village with your guide. Visit one typical house, watch people making rice paper, distilling rice wine and raising pigs. Have a picnic lunch in the village. After lunch drive to Halong Bay through Red River Delta. You can have lots of photo stops for pictures of daily life on green rice fields along the way. Overnight at Heritage Halong Hotel.
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Day 2: Halong- Hanoi ( B, L, D)
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In the morning take 5 hours on private chartered boat to discover the legendary Halong bay with about 3000 different islands emerging from emerald water. It was recognized by UNESCO in 1995 to be a World Heritage. Visit beautiful grottos hidden inside mountains and enjoy fresh seafood lunch on boat. After the boat trip, drive back to Hanoi. Dinner at Indochine Restaurant before departing to Hanoi Train Station for a night train to Dong Hoi. Overnight on the train.
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Day 3: Dong Hoi – Phong Nha: (B, L)
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Arrive in Dong Hoi early in the morning. Drive to Sun Spa Resort for breakfast then depart to Phong Nha. Take a boat trip along Son River to Phong Nha Cave, the second Natural World Heritage in Vietnam. On the way you can see variety of activities of local people on both banks of the river. Drive back to Sun Spa resort for lunch and relaxing. Overnight at Sun Spa Resort.
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Day 4: Phong Nha – Hue: (B,L)
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In the morning drive from Dong Hoi to visit Vinh Moc, a legendary tunnel used by northern Vietnamese people in DMZ area in the war time. After Vinh Moc drive to Hue. In the afternoon take a tour to Thien Mu pagoda, the symbol of Hue city. Then take a boat trip on Perfume River back to the hotel. Visit the fishing village en route. Overnight in La Residence Hotel.
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Day 5: Hue City tour (B,L,D)
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In the morning visit Imperial Citadel in Hue. Then take 45 minute cyclo ride around citadel area. Lunch in local restaurant then visit Tu Duc Tomb, the most beautiful tomb in Hue city. Dinner in Y Thao Restaurant. Overnight in La Residence Hotel.
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Day 6: Hue – Lang Co (B,L)
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In the morning check out the hotel before visiting Kim Long village and Minh Tu orphanage. Drive to Danang via Lang Co beach and Hai Van Pass. Lunch in Danang then visit Cham Museum and China Beach before driving to Hoi An. Afternoon arrive to Hoi An. Overnight in Palm Garden Resort.
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Day 7: Lang Co – Hoi An (B, D)
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Morning is free for relaxing in the resort. In the afternoon take a tour around the ancient town. Visit Phuc Kien congressional house, Japanese Cover Bridge, Tan Ky ancient house. Dinner in Cargo restaurant. Overnight in Palm Garden Resort.
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Day 8: Hoian- Myson (B, L)
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Early in the morning drive to My Son which once was the holy land of Cham people from the 4th to the 13th century. Back to Hoi An for lunch. Afternoon you can have some free time before taking the boat trip on Thu Bon River. Watch the daily life activities and sunset on the river. Overnight in Palm Garden Resort.
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Day 9: Hoi An (B)
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You have the whole day free to discover the town on your own. A bike ride around rural area of Hoi An is highly recommended. Overnight in Palm Garden Resort.
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Day 10: Hoi An – Hanoi (Saigon)
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Morning is free on your own till departure time to the Da Nang Airport. Flight back to Saigon or Hanoi. (B).
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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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Boat trips on Ha Long Bay, Perfume and Thu Bon 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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Domestic flights
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Excluded
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Other meals, tips, drinks.
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Personal expenses
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Insurance
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