Charms of Vietnam

Includes: 01 breakfast at hotel, 01 lunch at Indian restaurant, Private coach on tour, English-speaking guide, All entrance fees, 02 bottles mineral water per person, 03 pax/a boat at Tam Coc, accommodation at hotel. Breakfast at hotel. We will transfer to Ninh Binh province (105 km | Approx. 02 hours 30 minutes) to visit Tam Coc - is known as Ha Long bay on the rice fields, the same limestone rocks as in Ha Long bay but seen from a winding stream through paddy fields instead of the sea. Upon arrival Ninh Binh. We visit Hoa Lu, which was the capital of the Dinh and Early Le dynasties in Vietnam in the 10th and 11th century. The sanctuaries were built in the 17 century. We will see the stone pedestal of a royal throne, bronze bells and statues of the emperors. We then visit Mua cave. After climbing 500 stone steps to the scenic overlook atop Ngoa Long Mountain, travelers will be rewarded with a stunning panorama of Ngo Dong River and the paddy fields below. To add to the incredible 360-degree view, there are a few worship sites along the ascent, offering visitors a glimpse into Vietnam’s longstanding legacy of Buddhism. Lunch will be served at an Indian restaurant. Afternoon: We will take a private sampan ride through a karst landscape. You may feel like they had just disappeared from the real world to get lost in such a hidden fairy site, which is located approximately 2km from the pagoda. Tam Coc is 3 kilometers from Van Lam wharf. Now just take a boat from Van Lam wharf to reach the Tam Coc grotto, which consists of the Hang Ca, Hang Hai and Hang Ba caves. This might take you two-three hours on your small boat along the Ngo Dong river, beginning at the village of Van Lam and proceeding through a scenic landscape dominated by rice fields and karst towers. The largest of the grotto is 125m long with its ceiling about 2m high above the water. Transfer back to Ha Noi (105 km | Approx. 02 hours 30 minutes). Free your time at leisure. Overnight in Hanoi.

Includes: 01 breakfast at hotel, 01 lunch & 01 dinner on cruise, Private coach on tour, English-speaking guide from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay, All entrance fees, 02 bottles mineral water per person, Vietnamese cooking demonstration, accommodation on cruise. Breakfast at hotel. We depart for Ha Long city to visit Ha Long Bay, a World Natural Heritage site and a World of New7Wonders. (170 km | Approx. 02 hour 30 minutes). Ha Long Bay features thousands of limestone karsts and isles in various sizes and shapes with 1969 islets. Several of the islands are hollow, with enormous caves, other support floating villages of fishermen. You have chance of observing scenic country side of Vietnam dominated by enormous lush rice field. Upon arrival in Ha Long. Check-in between 11:30 - 12:00 at the boat port. Enjoy a refreshing “Welcome cocktail” upon check-in on the sun deck. Enjoy your lunch as the vessel sails to Ha Long Bay passing the Fighting cocks Islet, the Elephant leg Islet, the Castle Islet, the Soi Sim Island… Arrive at Surprise Grotto - one of the most famous grotto in the entire Ha Long, we will visit the cave by tender. After taking a lot of photos and admire the beauty of the cave we will visit the fishing village by local rowing boat with the opportunity to interact with fishermen who have been living in the bay for almost three generations then we return to the vessel for free time at your leisure. You can swim in the clear emerald waters, soak up the sun over a cool beer on the top deck sun lounge or try your hand at some kayaking (your account) amongst the huge limestone outcrops that surround us. We retire to the cruise and relax on the top deck and enjoy a refreshing drink from the bar. Enjoy and learn the Vietnamese cooking demonstration on the sundeck, you can attend the chef's cooking demonstration and try your skills in the art of traditional Vietnamese cooking. Your delicious seafood dinner will be served at the restaurant. Stay overnight on cruise for a more in-depth experience. At night, you may join some activities like: Fishing, shrimp fishing, squid fishing with the crew on board. It's a good time to drink a beer with the squid you caught. (The itinerary above may be changed depending on the cruise we choose and weather permitting).

Includes: 01 breakfast on cruise, 01 brunch on cruise, Private coach on tour, Private airport arrival & departure transfers, 02 bottles mineral water per person, Tai Chi Exercise, accommodation at hotel. Greet the day with a morning Tai Chi Exercise with an opportunity to view the sunrise over the bay. Sitting on the upper desk we can enjoy the breath - taking beauty of the rocky islands rising from the crystal-clear water of the bay. We can hear the birds singing, cicadas chirping ashore and the gentle lapping of the waves against our boat, the perfect soundtrack to accompany the fresh air and gentle breeze. Enjoy the international brunch buffet served in the restaurant. Check-out on board and disembarkation at boat port. Our tour guide and driver will pick you up then transfer to Noi Bai airport (170 km | Approx. 02 hour 30 minutes) to take a short domestic flight to Da Nang (approx. 01 hour 15 minutes). Upon arrival Da Nang airport, you are welcome and then be transferred to the center (7 km | Approx. 15 minutes). Free your time at leisure. Overnight in Da Nang.

Includes: 01 breakfast at hotel, Private coach on tour, Englishspeaking guide, all entrance fees, 02 bottles mineral water per person, 02 pax/boat with a lanterns/pax drop for good luck, accommodation at hotel. Breakfast at hotel. We leave Da Nang to Hoi An ancient town (30 km | Approx. 45 minutes). On the way, you’ll have a brief look at the Linh Ung Pagoda, one of the most important pagodas in Da Nang. (Please well note, there are 03 Linh Ung pagodas in Da Nang, one on the Ba Na hill, one at the Son Tra and other near Marble Mountains, the pagoda we visit at Marble Mountains). Next, visit the Marble Mountains en route lying close to the sea, which resemble five fingers Visit Hoian’s colorful market, and experience the amazing sights, sounds and aromas of this busy market. We will have the opportunity to interact with the local sellers. Afternoon, we enjoy a walking around the historic town soaking up the atmosphere, exploring the many Chinese assembly halls and fascinating ancestral homes, some of which have been occupied by the same family for fifteen generations. One of the most spectacular Assembly Halls is the Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, built in 1690. The pagoda inside contains intricate statues and artwork, in part dedicated to Thien Hau Than Mau, the Goddess of the Sea and protector of fishermen. Walking tour of the ancient town center takes us to the sites of former merchants’ homes, the 400-year old Japanese Covered Bridge - The symbol of Hoi An. The Japanese covered bridge was the first bridge in Hoi An and was constructed in 1593. It was built by the Japanese community of Hoian to link them with the Chinese quarters across the stream. We continue to visit the Chua Ong Pagoda and Tan Ky old house, with more than 200 years of history. Our guide will help you enjoy an authentic Hoi An ancient town, enjoy a cup of egg coffee by the riverside and witness the local life (This will be offered by us for free). Dinner will be served at an Indian restaurant. After the dinner, enjoy a short cruise on the river to experience the Lantern Floating, a small boat riding with a lanterns drop for good luck. Transfer to the hotel in Da Nang. Free your time at leisure. Overnight in Da Nang.

Includes: 01 breakfast at hotel, a buffet lunch, English-speaking guide, Private coach on tour, Private airport arrival & departure transfers, All entrance fees, 02 bottles mineral water per person, cable car round trip, accommodation at hotel. Breakfast at hotel. 08h30: Pick up at your hotel & transfer to Ba Na Hills, pass the sea-shore on Nguyen Tat Thanh Street, one of the most beautiful roads of Danang City and Red Beach, where the French first landed in Da Nang. 09h15: Arrive at the Cable car station at the foot of Ba Na Mountain. Enjoy the first leg Cable car, which achieves two Guinness World records in 2009, longest non-stop cable car (5,042m) and highest non-stop cable car (1,292m). Sitting in the cabin, in mid air, looking upon the endless tree line of the forests, bring you with spectacular views of the lush jungle and fairly waterfalls along the way. Experience pristine ecological systems of the Ba Na Mountains will leave you the sense of unforeseeable discovery. Visit the Le Jardin, old wineries, remains of French Villas and Linh Ung Pagoda with 27m high Buddha status. We then leave the Le Jardin for the second cable car station to visit the top of mountain and see the remain of old villas. Conquer the Peak of Chua Mountain at the height of 1,487m. View the whole Danang city under the cluster of white clouds. Leave Peak of Chua Mountain, visit the trail of Dreaming Stream, Rainbow Waterfall, Suspension Bridge, Golden Valley, and ruined Opera House. Enjoy your buffet lunch. Next, visit the Fantasy Amusement Park, and enjoy the 4D Movie and optionally a few free games. (Games which have rewards, are payable at the location). Play with wild monkeys and take photos. Free time for visiting Ba Na Hills. 16h00: We return to Cable car station at foot of Ba Na Mountain. 16h30: Transfer to Da Nang airport (30 km | Approx. 50 minutes) for a short flight to Ho Chi Minh city (approx. 01 hour 15 minutes). We will board the flight at 19:30. You are welcome at Tan Son Nhat airport and then transferred to the hotel (12 km | Approx. 30 minutes). Free your time at leisure. Overnight in Saigon

Includes: 01 breakfast at hotel, 01 lunch at local restaurant, Private coach on tour, All entrance fees, 02 bottles mineral water per person, private boat on Mekong delta with seasonal fruit, horse-cart, accommodation at hotel. Breakfast at hotel. Our guide and driver will pick you up at the lobby of your hotel and then transfer to Cu Chi district, 50 km to the northwest of Saigon city (approx. 01 hour 30 minutes). The incredible underground network in Cu Chi stretched over 200 kilometers and became legendary during the American war. The extensive tunnels have been specially constructed with living areas, storage facilities, weapon factories, filed hospitals, command canter, plus accommodation. Upon arrival to the Cu Chi Tunnels, watch a short introductory video showing how they were constructed, then spend the next hour exploring the maze of tunnels. Experience history first-hand as you crawl the legendary Cu Chi tunnels, sample local food and food eaten by soldiers who lived in the wonder of Vietnam's unique military art. A war veteran will show you around, allowing a moving insight into the struggles they endured. Journey south to the Mekong delta, known as the ‘rice bowl of Vietnam’, and spend a full day exploring one of Vietnam’s most fertile regions and the main cultivation area of rice and tropical fruits. We stop at Cao Dai Temple in the town of Ben Luc for taking picture. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. (Top 10 must-try dishes in Mekong Delta will be served during your lunch). We then take a private leisurely boat trip, stocked with cold, cloth towels, bottled water, fresh, seasonal fruits, and green tea, cruise around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands (04 sacred animals of Buddhism). We can see the fishing market and visit the floating fish farm. Enjoy a rowing boat ride in the shadows of the watercoconut palms along the tiny canals to discover “Coconuts homeland”, Ben Tre. Enjoying fresh coconut juice on the boat. We will visit the picturesque orchards and sample the freshly picked fruit at the invitation of friendly local farmers. Spend some time in the villages to learn about the daily lives of the inhabitants, enjoying some kinds of tropical fruits while listening southern traditional music. You can learn how to make coconut candy. You can try some candies, visit the honey bee farm and try the honey, banana wine, ginger jams, soy beans… made by the villagers. Enjoy a horse-cart around the village to have a look at the orchards and visit local people’s house. Enjoy a relaxing cup of honey tea before returning to My Tho via a natural canal, cruising under the shadows of water coconut palms. We boat back to My Tho via a natural canal, cruising under the shadows of water coconut palms. Transfer back to Saigon city. Free your time at leisure. Overnight in Saigon.

Includes: 01 breakfast at hotel, 01 lunch at Indian restaurant, Private coach on tour, Private airport departure transfers, all entrance fees, 02 bottles mineral water per person, Not includes: Late check out. Breakfast at hotel. We begin with a visit to the twin towers of Notre Dame Cathedral (outside), a red brick edifice with twin spires constructed, a familiar landmark in Ho Chi Minh City since the 1880s. Then head across the square to the historic Saigon Central Post Office, a grand and impressive building incorporating Gothic and Renaissance styles - you may wish to send a postcard home. Make sure we will continue with a visit to the War Remnants Museum for a vivid perspective of the American war through the eyes of the Vietnamese, the museum is a reminder of the horrors of the war. Lunch will be served at an Indian restaurant. Afternoon. We then enjoy a walking tour to visit the famous Ben Thanh Market, this will give you a good insight into the Vietnamese markets as well as an opportunity to interact with locals. Enjoy shopping at Saigon center. Free your time at leisure until our guide and driver pick you up then transfer to Tan Son Nhat airport (12 km | Approx. 30 minutes) to take your departure flight.