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Vietnam, 11 Days · Private tour
Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi
From the south to the north of Vietnam in a succession of experiences that will remain in your mind forever
Come with us to explore Vietnam, a country with a fascinating history, amazing culture and incomparable natural landscapes. Get ready to fill your suitcase with irreplaceable memories that you'll amass on this trip that kicks off in Ho Chi Minh City, the major city in the south and gateway to the country, from where you'll discover life on the Mekong Delta and the secrets cherished by the Cu Chi Tunnels. In the heart of the country you'll get to see Hue and its imperial citadel, as well as the laid-back and ever-friendly Hoi An, which seems to smile at you wherever you go. And then get ready to admire the magnificence of the north, where Hanoi and its stunning old quarter await you with open arms, as does one of the seven wonders of the natural world, the breathtaking Halong Bay. When you're on the flight back home, you'll realise that you've just had a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Departure date
Departures from December 2024 till March 2025
From
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What are the advantages?
- Choose who you travel with: Travel alone, as a couple or as a group of up to 9 people and they will be the only ones you share the experience with (it’s you, traveling with your own). In many tours the price per person is reduced the more you are!
- Choose your departure date: Most private tours have daily departures. Don’t you conform to the journey, let the journey conform to you.
- Organized and flexible: Everything is organized but when traveling privately, you don’t depend on strict schedules, providing agility and flexibility in visits.
- Customization and Attention: Being private, both guides and drivers give all their care and attention to you.
- Travel without worry: You have the advantages of a trip on your own but with the peace of mind that everything has been designed so you don’t miss anything. Your only concern is to enjoy the experience to the fullest.
Travel details
City of origin - Ho Chi Minh City
Departure with destination Ho Chi Minh City. Night on board.
Ho Chi Minh City
Arrival. Transfer to hotel. Rest of the day free. Accommodation.
Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta - Ben Tre - Ho Chi Minh City
Breakfast. Today we leave for Phong nam, which belongs to the Ben Tre province. Upon arrival, we'll board a motorised rickshaw for a ride through rice fields, over the monkey bridge, and to the Phu Tu communal house. On the way, we'll visit the brick kilns and learn how they make pottery. Cruise along the Chet Say River to Cai Son Canal and arrive at Nhon Thanh village. Lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch we board a sampan boat for a last ride on the coconut canal. Return to Hung Vuong Pier for transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City. Accommodation.
Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi - Danang - Hoi An
Breakfast. Today we spend the morning visiting the Cu Chi tunnels. Lunch at a local restaurant and return to Ho Chi Minh City to visit the War Remnants Museum, the Reunification Palace, the Central Post Office, and Notre Dame Cathedral. After the visit, direct transfer to the airport to take a flight to Da Nang. Transfer to the hotel in Hoi An upon arrival. Accommodation.
Hoi An
Breakfast. Bike tour to the village of Tra Que. Once there, we'll take part in an immersive activity. We'll learn about the the the area's traditional farming techniques, as well as the medicinal uses given to certain plants. Our experience continues with a ride to the village of Cam Thanh, where we'll board a boat to visit the nipa palm forest of Bay Mau, which covers around 7 hectares, surrounded by mangroves, canals and coconut leaf-covered houses. Then it will be time for lunch to be prepared and eaten together with a local family. After lunch we visit the old part of the city, including the Chinese Assembly Hall, the famous Japanese Covered Bridge, the Old House of Tan Ky, and Chinatown on the other side of the canal. Return journey to the hotel and overnight stay.
Hoi An – Da Nang - Hue
Breakfast. We head to Hue first thing in the morning. On our road journey we'll see the Marble Mountains, Five Hills, symbolising the five elements, which are located by the sea in the Ngu Hang Son district. On arrival in Danang we'll visit the Cham Museum. After lunch at a local restaurant, we continue our route and take in the winding Hai Van road, overlooking the entire coastline. Free time to relax on the beach in Lang Co. Transfer to hotel and overnight stay.
Hue
Breakfast. Today we'll sail along the Perfume River to the Thien Mu Pagoda. Afterwards, and following a short drive, we'll reach the valley where the tombs of the Nguyen emperors are found. Lunch at a local restaurant. Afternoon visit to the Imperial City and the Purple Forbidden City. Next, we'll discover the daily life of the locals at the Dong Ba market. Time permitting, we'll stop by the high school, Quoc Hoc de Hue, and hopefully see some of the school's students in their traditional Ao dai attire. Return journey to the hotel and overnight stay. Note: Formal clothing that covers the knees and shoulders must be worn when visiting temples or spiritual sites.
Hue - Hanoi
Breakfast. Airport transfer to Hanoi. On arrival we'll head to the city centre for lunch at a local restaurant. Afternoon visit to the Museum of Ethnology, the Temple of Jade Mountain on Hoan Kiem Lake, ending with a cyclo ride to enjoy the "Water Puppets" show. Return to hotel. Accommodation. Note: For visits to temples or spiritual/cultural sites, formal clothing that covers the knees and shoulders must be worn. The Museum of Ethnology and the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum are closed on Mondays. The alternative visit will be to the Hoa Lo prison, and in the case of the mausoleum, we'll only visit the surrounding area.
Hanoi – Halong Bay
Breakfast. Transfer by road to Ha Long Bay, where the crew of our ship will be there to welcome us. Lunch. Afternoon visit to the Dark Cave, famous for its natural beauty, surrounded by Lan Ha Bay. Free time to enjoy a swim in this breathtaking place. Return to our ship. Dinner and night on board.
Halong Bay - Hanoi
After a light breakfast, we visit Trung Trang Cave, one of the most impressive and geologically rich caves on the island of Cat Ba. Back to our ship for lunch in the port. Disembark and transfer to return to Hanoi. Accommodation.
Hanoi - City of origin
Breakfast. At the prearranged time, transfer to the airport. Flight with destination the city of origin. Arrival. End of the trip and our services.
Your trip includes
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Return flight.
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Internal flights.
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Overnight stay in the listed hotels, or similar.
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Private transfers as per itinerary.
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Transport in vehicles appropriate to the size of the group.
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Private tours mentioned in the itinerary not stated as optional.
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Cruise around Ha Long Bay.
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English-speaking local guides.
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Diet: 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 1 dinner.
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Return flight.
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Internal flights.
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Accommodation in selected hotels or similar category.
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Transfers as per itinerary.
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Private visits that are detailed and not considered as optional.
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English-speaking local guides.
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Meal board as per itinerary.
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Travel insurance.
Your trip doesn't include
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Any other service not previously mentioned as included.
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Insolvency protection.
Destinations Visited
Expected Hotels (or similar)
In this section you will find a selection of hotels according to the category specified in the itinerary.
Flight
Overnight stay on board.
Important remarks
- Triple rooms in Vietnam are generally rooms with twin beds or a double, in which a folding bed is installed to accommodate the third person. Due to the inconvenience this causes, we advise against using this option as far the possible.
- Please check with your international vaccination centre about the recommended healthcare measures in Vietnam.
- Depending on the return flight, the trip may be one day longer.
- To reconfirm services at the destination, please send us your passport details within 24 hours of booking.
- Check-in time at the hotel on the day of arrival depends on each establishment, but in no case will it be before 3:00 p.m., unless otherwise indicated.
- Formal clothing that covers the knees and shoulders must be worn when visiting temples or spiritual sites.
- The Museum of Ethnology is closed on Mondays, so the Hoa Lo Prison will be the alternative attraction.
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex is closed on Mondays, in which case only the surroundings can be visited.
- The cruise itinerary around Halong Bay will depend on the ship confirmed in each case.
- The order of the itinerary may be altered for logistical reasons, without prior notice, but no scheduled trips will be cancelled (except in the case that adverse weather conditions prevent its realisation).
- A credit card is considered a guarantee, so sometimes you will need one for check-in at hotels.
- Prices are calculated based on admission fees to the sights as of the date of publication. If there is an increase in these prices, you will be promptly informed.
- If you are a person with reduced mobility, please contact us to confirm the suitability of the trip.
- Consult the necessary documentation to enter the destinations visited and for transit in the countries where air stopovers are made.
- The Vietnam Museum of Ethnology in Hanoi closes on Mondays. There'll be a visit to Hoa Lo prison instead.
- The Soul of Vietnam Village show is not daily, so depending on the day of your departure it may be replaced by a traditional puppet show on the water.
- It's not possible to accommodate three adults in a cabin on the Ha Long Bay cruises. So, in this section of the trip, it will be necessary to use a double cabin and an individual cabin. Check supplement.