Vietnam Exploration 7 Day Package Trip

Itinerary

Day 1: HANOI - ARRIVAL

Stop At: Temple of Literature & National University, Quoc Tu Giam Street Dong Da District, Hanoi 100000 Vietnam
Arrive at Noi Bai International airport. Welcome by our driver with your name on board. Then transfer you to Hanoi Old Quarter.
Free time to Visit Temple of Literature, Tran Quoc Pagoda, Westlake.... Overnight at hotel in Hanoi.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Lunch
Accommodation included: CHALCEDONY HANOI Or the similar

Day 2: HANOI - HALONG BAY OVERNIGHT ON CRUISE [B/L/D]

Stop At: Halong Bay Vietnam
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, before setting out on a 3 to 4 hour drive to the UNESCO World Heritage Site: Halong Bay. Spend 24 hours on a traditional Junk Cruise in the amazing bay: a natural wonderland composed of jutting limestone islands and sparkling turquoise waters. Savor a gourmet lunch of fresh seafood onboard as you sail out into the mystical bay. In the afternoon, cruise around some of Halong’s numerous islands. Along the way visit one of the bay’s 3 largest caves (Thien Cung, Dau Go or Sung Sot). Stop at an island cove with a sheltered white sanded beach and take a dip in the warm waters of the Gulf of Tonkin (if the weather will be suitable). Pass the night on your junk, lulled to sleep by the gentle rocking of calm waters.
*Cruise itinerary is subject to change
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: SYRENA CRUISE
Or the similar


Day 3: HALONG BAY - HANOI [B/BR]

Stop At: Halong Bay Vietnam
Rise early for a lesson in Tai Chi or just to enjoy a hearty breakfast. The boat will make its way back to the port stopping at the Cave of Surprises, full of stalagmites and stalactites. From here, it’s clear sailing back to the main harbour and the return drive to Hanoi. Arrive Hanoi in the late afternoon. Free time for relax and shopping. Overnight in Hanoi.
Meals: breakfast, brunch

Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: CHALCEDONY HANOI
Or the similar


Day 4: FLY TO SAIGON - CITY TOUR [B/L]

Stop At: Ho Chi Minh City Museum, 65 Ly Tu Trong, Ben Nghe ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City 70000 Vietnam
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to airport for flight to Saigon. Upon arrival, pick up and transfer to city center. Enjoy lunch at local restaurant. Check-in hotel and relax. Let's start our city tour to visit Notre Dame Cathedral was built in 1880 and the Old Post Office was built between 1886 - 1891, It is one of the best examples of classical French colonial architecture. The Reunification Palace: This beautifully preserved palace was the residence of the President of Replublic of Vietnam. An impressive visit! The tour also takes you to the Ben Thanh Market, where local farmers from all over the world come to sell their merchandise. Look around, you will undoubtedly find the necessary souvenirs here. Back to hotel. Relax after a long day tour. Overnight in Saigon.
Meals: breakfast, lunch
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: GOLDEN CENTRAL
Or the similar


Day 5: MEKONG DELTA - MY THO & BEN TRE [B/L]

Stop At: Mekong River, Long Xuyen 700000 Vietnam
Breakfast at hotel. A trip to Mekong Delta offers a glimpse into the unique and distinct agrarian life of the vibrant southern Delta region. We will enjoy a cruise along Mekong River to one of the Islands (located in the town of My Tho) where we will be entertained with traditional music while enjoying some tea sweetened with bee's honey and seasonal fresh fruites. We will then take a paddle-boat to cruise through the narrow canals of the Mekong. The paddle-boat ride provides an interesting look into local cottage industry of making coconut candies. Go around the island by rickshaw to see the life of local people before returning to Saigon. Take a rest after long day tour. Overnight in Saigon.
Meals: breakfast, lunch

Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: GOLDEN CENTRAL Or the similar

Day 6: CU CHI TUNNELS [B/L]

Stop At: Cu Chi Tunnels, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Cu Chi Tunnels. Before going underground, a short introductory video showing how the tunnels were constructed and utilized will be given. We then spend time exploring the maze of tunnels including innumerable trap doors, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers and kitchens. These tunnels consisted of many ‘moving parts’ making them a livable structure for long periods of time. Enjoy lunch at local restaurant. Free time in the afternoon for relax and shopping. Overnight in Saigon.
Meals: breakfast, lunch

Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: GOLDEN CENTRAL Or the similar

Day 7: HO CHI MINH CITY DEPARTURE (B)

Pass By: Golden Central Hotel Saigon, 140 Ly Tu Trong Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Phường Bến Thành, Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam
After breakfast, you will get free time until your flight depart. Our driver will pick off you 3 hours before departure time. Tour end here.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.