Glimpses of Vietnam

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2200 Encore Pkwy, Alpharetta, GA 30009, USA

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Overview

A Vietnam tour offers an enriching experience, blending stunning natural beauty, deep history, and vibrant culture. Vietnam is a country of contrasts, from the bustling cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to the tranquil landscapes of Halong Bay and the Mekong Delta.

Hanoi, the capital, showcases a blend of traditional Vietnamese culture and French colonial influences. Visitors can explore the Old Quarter, visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, or enjoy the serene Hoan Kiem Lake. Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is famous for its emerald waters and limestone karsts, best explored by boat cruises that often include activities like kayaking and cave exploration.

Hue, the ancient imperial capital, offers insights into Vietnam’s royal history with its palaces, temples, and the iconic Perfume River. Hoi An, a well-preserved ancient town, is renowned for its charming streets, lantern-lit evenings, and tailors who create custom clothing.

The southern part of Vietnam is dominated by Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), a bustling metropolis with a rich history linked to the Vietnam War. The nearby Cu Chi Tunnels provide a glimpse into the war’s underground life. The Mekong Delta region, with its lush landscapes, floating markets, and diverse ecosystems, is a highlight for those interested in rural life and nature.

A Vietnam tour is a journey through a country that offers everything from ancient temples and historical landmarks to modern cities and stunning natural scenery, making it a compelling destination for all types of travelers.

Highlights

To and Fro Flights Included (into Hanoi out of Ho Chi Minh City)
06 Nights Accommodation
Return Airport Transfers
Daily Continental Breakfast
Hanoi City Tour
Visit to Ba Na Hills
Visit to the Golden Bridge
Domestic Flight transfer from Hanoi to Da Nang
Domestic Flight transfer from Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Explore Cu Chi Tunnels
Single Entry Vietnam E-Visa
All Tours and Transfers on Shared Basis

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06 Continental Breakfasts

Tour Plan

Day 01 Arrival At Hanoi - Transfer To Hotel

On arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, our local representative will be waiting outside the customs area to welcome you and to take you to your hotel (Check-in time is 3.00 pm). Rest of the day is free for you to explore Hanoi Town on your own.

Day 02 Full Day Hanoi City Tour With Optional Water Puppet Show

We will pick you up in the hotel in central Old Quarter. Then visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. Learn more about Ho Chi Minh biography and his very important role of forming this country nowadays. Visit Quan Thanh Temple and Tran Quoc Pagoda (one of the oldest pagoda in Vietnam). Visit Bat Trang pottery village (applied on Mon, Wed & Fri) or equivalent program. Later we visit Ethnology Museum (applied on Tue, Thus, Sat & Sun) or equivalent program to have an overview of Vietnamese Ethnology and its differences. Stop by the first university in Vietnam, Temple of Literature. Back to Old Quarter to go through short and tiny 36 main streets and learn about its unique name orgin. You can feel what make Hanoi is different; as it combines between the past and the present. Tour ends around 5.00pm.
The Water puppet show was the entertainment of farmers in the 11th century when their fields are flooded, leaving them with little entertainment, but puppets to play with. Today, the show is synonymous to an art that preserves time and often sings about harvest times and myths related to water. We head back to the hotel after the show for overnight stay in Hanoi.
(Breakfast)

Day 03 Transfer From Hanoi To Da Nang

After breakfast, check-out from your hotel. Later in the day you will be transferred to the airport to catch your flight to Da Nang.
Upon your arrival at Da Nang, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Rest of the day is free for you to explore Da Nang on your own.
(Breakfast)

Day 04 Full Day Ba Na Hills And Golden Bridge

Leave the bustle of Da Nang for a day and escape to the mountainous serenity of the Ba Na Hills. After visiting the Linh Ung Pagoda, take a cable car to the top of Nui Chua Mountain and grab lunch in a local restaurant. Spend the rest of your afternoon captivated by the attractions at Fantasy Park. Your morning begins with pickup from your hotel. A friendly guide drives you out of the city to Ba Na Hills, a resort founded in the 1920s by French colonists. On the way there, stop at Linh Ung Pagoda to marvel at a 220-foot (67-m) statue of a Bodhisattva. Pass by old French villas and a historic wine cellar, learning about the French occupation of Vietnam from your guide. Once in the mountains, board a cable car and ride to the summit of Nui Chua Mountain. Make the easy trek to Nghinh Phong Peak and enjoy a panoramic view of the surrounding region, and then stop in a restaurant for a tasty lunch of Vietnamese cuisine. Later, venture to Ba Na Hill's Fantasy Park, an indoor entertainment zone with thrilling games for the whole family. Following an afternoon of adventure, make your way back to Da Nang with your guide.
(Breakfast)

Day 05 Transfer From Da Nang To Ho Chi Minh City

After breakfast, check-out from your hotel. Later in the day you will be transferred to the airport to catch your flight to Ho Chi Minh City.
Upon your arrival at Ho Chi Minh City, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Rest of the day is free for you to explore Ho Chi Minh City on your own.
(Breakfast)

Day 06 Full Day Ho Chi Minh City Tour With Cu Chi Tunnels

Start the tour from the Post Office in colonial-style and the Notre Dame Cathedral. Go on to visit Thien Hau pagoda and a specific section that does not exist in any other city of Vietnam - a bustling China Town, where every board is in two languages: Chinese and Vietnamese, and so is the communication of the inhabitants. In the center of this exciting area is a grandiose market: "Cho Lon", i.e. The Big Market. A lot of Chinese living in this quarter have obtained great trading success with their know-how, wisdom and dynamic. After lunch in Saigon, head northwest to Cu Chi Tunnels, one of the very few remaining monuments to the Vietnam War. 200km of tunnels, dug by hand and inhabited by the forces of the Vietnamese guerillas during the conflicts, are beneath the ground in Cu Chi. At its peak, prior to the Tet Offensive in 1968, the tunnel complex was a base to almost 10,000 troops. To this day, it remains one of the most impressive examples of how fierce the War was. Return to Saigon in late afternoon.
(Breakfast)

Day 07 Departure End Of Tour

You will be picked up from the Hotel lobby at the time confirmed. Please be available at the lobby 15 minutes before the time given and you will be transferred to the airport for your flight.
(Breakfast)