Discover Vietnam

Arrival in Ho Chi Minh City International airport, our guide will pick you up from airport to hotel for check in and take a rest. Check in time at 2PM.

Should our schedule allow, we will delightfully arrange either a captivating city tour or, alternatively, a serene Sunset Cruise accompanied by a gourmet dinner on the following day or at the next available opportunity.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City – (HCMC)/Saigon

 

Following the breakfast, proceed to our day tour as scheduled. The tour starts at 08:00 am and you must be report by 07:45amCu Chi Tunnels is a legendary tunnel system with more than 220 km of tunnels, a must-see attraction for both Vietnamese and International tourists who are interested in the history of the Vietnam War. The tunnels are now a historical structure of Vietnam and are considered a heroic district because of their role in the resistance against the US during the Vietnam War. The tunnels are now a historical structure of Vietnam and are considered a heroic district because of their role in the resistance against the US during the Vietnam War. The tunnels are located about 60 km from Ho Chi Minh City. 

The tour departs at 8:00am or 12:45am from the meeting point. Enjoy the scenery along the way, as we pass by immense rice fields, Lush and flocks of ducks, water buffalo swimming in the river. You can hardly imagine that this area was once almost completely destroyed by landmines from the wartime, when Cu Chi was still a “bomb target area”. Once we get there, you’ll have the chance to walk through some of the tunnels, explore hidden corners and imagine what life was like here for the resistance soldiers. If you like, try cooking with the smokeless stoves used by Vietnamese soldiers to cook during the war. You can even try the foods that the soldiers used. If you’re feeling brave or curious, you can even try shooting the AK-47, one of the guns used in the war. 
Inclusion: Shuttle bus, tour guide, entrance ticket, water, wet tissue. (Excluding meals). The tour finishes by 14:00Hrs  Have your lunch on your own and join the city tour by 15:00 Hrs. We will cover major attractions of Ho Chi Minh City such as, Notre Dame Cathedral, Independence Palace, Saigon Zoo – History Museum, War Museum; Pham Ngu Lao St; Ham Nghi St _near Ben Thanh market; Ham Nghi St -near Bitexco tower; Bach Dang Pier; Majestic Hotel; 92-96 Nguyen Hue St- near Opera house and City Hall; Saigon Central Post Office. By 05:30 PM Tour ends and back to hotel.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City – (HCMC)/Saigon

Take a cruise on Mekong River with a view at a small fish market. Stroll around orchard gardens and savour tropical fruit on an island. Learn more about the processes of making coconut candy and collecting honey. Enjoy traditional “Southern of Vietnamese folk music” performance by friendly local people. Row a sampan along the canals under the green canopy of water-coconut trees. Feast on Vietnamese cuisines with famous Mekong specialties (optional with surcharge).
7:30am: tour guide will pick you up the meeting point. Enjoy the scenery and green rice fields during the one-and-a-half-hour bus ride. On the way, we will visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, the largest temple in the Mekong Delta. Continue to My Tho, you take a boat along the Mekong River, where you can see fish cages and floating houses on the river.  The boat takes you to a small canal, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. We go to a coconut island in Ben Tre and walk around the village.  Stop by a local family home to enjoy tropical fruits, enjoy honey tea and mead and listen to traditional Vietnamese music performed by the villagers. 

Visit a coconut candy shop and learn how to make candies and see handicrafts made from coconut.  Let’s take some time to take pictures and enjoy the natural scenery before we head to the local restaurant. Lunch set with special Vietnamese dishes. Enjoy your lunch outside under the shade of a tree. After lunch, enjoy a relaxing time, stroll around the village or take a short bike ride. 

Return to Saigon and arrive around 5:00pm to end the tour.   
INCLUSIONS:

• Air-conditioned bus
• 1 Lunch, Entrance fee
• Motor boat, rowing boat, bicycle, fruit, honey tea, candy
• English speaking guide
• Mineral water

 Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City – (HCMC)/Saigon

Breakfast at hotel, then you will proceed to Hanoi. We will organize the Airport Drop to Saigon Airport & Pick up service from Hanoi to the hotel. 
Exploring Hanoi on your own can be a delightful and enriching experience. Here are some activities and places you might consider:  

Old Quarter Exploration: Stroll around the Old Quarter, a bustling area known for its history, architecture, and a maze of streets. Each street was traditionally dedicated to a specific trade, and today it's a great place to shop, eat, and soak in the local culture.

Overnight stay- Hanoi.

Following the breakfast, check out from the Hotel and transfer to Halong Bay.
Cruise Itinerary (02 Days)

DAY 1 of Cruise: HANOI - HALONG – LAN HA BAY (Lunch/ Dinner)

• 11: 45- 12: 00 - welcome at waiting room 26 Tuan Chau harbour in Halong Bay.
• 12:00. You will be taken on our tender from the wharf and make your way out onto the bay to board our luxurious craft, Sapphire Cruise. You will be welcome aboard and greeted with a complimentary drink. Our Crew will conduct a compulsory safety procedures session and then you are free to check into your cabin and freshen up. Take some time to have a look around the vessel or watch the magical landscape go by.
• 13: 15 While our boat starts to cruise, enjoy the special lunch of fresh seafood and Vietnamese food cooked by one of the best Chef in Halong bay.
• 15:00 After cruising for nearly 2 hours to explore the tranquil Bay, passing by thousands of islands and islets, the boat reaches the best area to do kayaking to see a lot of amazing limestone karst landscapes. Our boat will not bring you to the crowded and tiny beach for swimming. Our boat will stop in the middle of the Bay so that you can have chance to jump into water, take a backflip or somersault .
• 16:30 Keep cruising to admire the stunning beauty of the Bay from our Sundeck where you can capture great photos.
• 17:00 Attend the cooking class opened right on the Sundeck, our guide will show you how to prepare and make our Vietnamese traditional dish that is spring roll.
• 17: 45 Join the Sunset party, enjoy fresh fruit, making friends with other members in the group, listening to soft and light music.
• 19 :00 Enjoy the special Dinner with fusion food prepared by the excellent skills of decoration of our Chef.
• 20: 30 Your free time.

INCLUDED IN THE CABIN RATES

• Welcome drinks with warm/cold tissues.
• Entrance fees and sightseeing fees.
• Accommodation in a luxurious air-conditioned en-suite cabin, including a private bathtub. Private balcony with sea view.
• In-house English-speaking guide.
• All meals.
• All activities outlined above, including swimming, kayaking, cooking, and night squid fishing.

Notes:

• Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels, and operating conditions. Swimming or kayaking excursions may be cancelled due to poor weather. Unused services are not subject to a refund.
• Meals onboard are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood & international. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies, or dietary requirements at least one (1) day before the cruise date.
• The itinerary can be changed due to weather, tide levels, and operating conditions.
• Special requests (diet or vegetarian, ...) should be sent before your departure date.
• Tourists should bring sneakers, lotion, shadow glasses, swimsuits, and hats throughout the cruise Halong Bay Tours package to ensure their health. Special visitors should follow the tour guides' arrangements and rules of the landscape.

Overnight stay - HALONG BAY CRUISE

DAY 2 of Cruise: DARK & BRIGHT CAVE – HA LONG BAY - HANOI (Light Breakfast/Brunch)

• 05:45 - The nicest time of the day on Lan Ha Bay is the morning. Head to the upper deck to participate in our daily Tai Chi sessions. Relax with an early morning cup of tea, coffee or juice anywhere you wish on the boat and watch the never-ending miraculous scenery unfold before you.
• 06:30 - Light breakfast will be served in our restaurant (pastries, tea, coffee)
• 7:00 - 8:15 - Enjoy the last stage of your trip to Dark & Bright cave and islets by local rowing boats which is a wild and mysterious beauty in the middle of the World Heritage. Back to our main board afterward.
• 09:15-9:30 - Check out of your cabin as we draw closer to the mainland.
• 09:45 Enjoy your brunch on the boat.
• 11:00 you will board our tender and head back to the wharf where you will be met by your return trip vehicle to transfer you to Hanoi.
• 11:45 Tour ends at TuanChau habour in Halong

Disembark from the Cruise and proceed to the Hotel in Hanoi. 
Hanoi-A lively city filled with picturesque pagodas, mouth-watering street food on every corner and chaotic markets, Hanoi will awe you at every turn. City tour at Vietnam’s capital from the top of a City Sightseeing, is an opportunity to learn & experience more about city’s fascinating history. 

Overnight stay- Hanoi

After enjoying breakfast, immerse yourself in the unique blend of Chinese, French, and Southeast Asian cultural influences that shape Hanoi. This vibrant, evolving metropolis is rapidly progressing, striving to reclaim the years lost to historical conflicts. Join our city tour to delve into the intriguing history of Hanoi and uncover its lesser-known treasures.

 Embark on an enchanting tour of Hanoi, Vietnam's vibrant capital, with our group touring coach. Start at the tranquil Hoan Kiem Lake, a cultural and historical gem, before visiting the iconic St. Joseph's Cathedral in the city's heart. Discover the Flag Tower of Hanoi, a centuries-old symbol in the Hanoi Citadel, and the President Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in Ba Dinh Square, where Vietnam's independence was proclaimed. Explore the ancient Quan Thanh Temple, the revered Tran Quoc Pagoda, and the Cua Bac Church, each a testament to Hanoi's rich history and cultural diversity. Uncover the stories of the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, the scholarly Van Mieu temple, and the historic Hoa Lo Prison. Visit the Vietnamese Women's Museum to celebrate the role of women in Vietnam's history. Conclude your journey at the historic Hanoi Post Office and the iconic Hanoi Opera House, experiencing the city's blend of tradition and modernity at your own pace.     
 Overnight stay- Hanoi                                         

Pack up your experiences and memories in Vietnam. Once, you finish the breakfast, you may check out from the Hotel. If your flight is in the evening, you may keep your Luggage in the locker room @Hotel and go for a shopping or city tour accordingly. 
We will organise the cab as per your flight timing for a safe departure to Hanoi International Airport.