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Our genuine experts explored the destinations time and again and finally worked out the itinerary taking you to experience the highlights in various ways that others might miss.
Itinerary Details
The following itinerary is for your inspiration. Our experts will customize your own tour according to your interests, schedules, hotel tastes and budget. All can be tailor-made!
You Can
- Extend/cut down length
- Adjust activities to your interests
- Change a hotel
- Everything you want
Day 1 - Welcome to Vietnam!
Welcome to Vietnam! On arrival at Noi Bai Airport in Hanoi, your private guide will welcome you at the arrival hall and transfer you to your hotel with a private car and driver. Your guide will help you with luggage and hotel check-in and ensure your arrival is worry-free.
Travel kits in Vietnam:
UME will provide our special care to you on your arrival day in Vietnam. Our travel kits include SIM card (Unlimited data access with 6Gb of high speed + 30 minutes international call), and daily bottle of mineral water!
Vietnam is a long, thin country, so we recommend you start in either Hanoi (in the north, near China and Laos) or Ho Chi Minh City (in the south, near Cambodia and the Mekong Delta) and traverse the length of it from north to south or vice versa.
Day 2 - Hanoi City Sights, Cyclo Tour, Water Puppet Show
Today you'll jump into Hanoi's sights and sounds on a tour that covers all the essentials. You'll visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, which includes the Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh's former stilt-house residence, The Hoa Lo Prison, The One Pillar Pagoda and The Temple of Literature, which, dating back to 1070, is Vietnam’s oldest university.
After lunch, you will explore the enthralling Museum of Ethnology, which contains an extensive display of life-size structures dedicated to Vietnam’s 54 ethnic minorities. Next, enjoy an hour-long cyclo ride winding through the narrow, chaotic streets of the Old Quarter - a must for any visitor to Hanoi! The day finishes with a traditional performance of the famous Vietnamese Water Puppets Show.
Day 3 - Head to Halong Bay and Overnight on Board
At 08:00 am, you will be picked up at your hotel and start the scenic 3.5 hour drive to Halong Bay, one of the most spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Areas and the world's largest marine limestone 'karst' landscape. Enjoy the landscape of the Red River Delta countryside and have a short break en-route.
Meet the crew upon boarding the traditional Vietnamese junk, then relax and enjoy lunch while the boat heads towards the secluded islands.All meals are included during your stay on board.You will then visit a fishing village by a rustic rowing-boat, meet the local people and pass through the floating school and pearl farms. Return to the junk refreshed and relax on sundeck with a drink to watch the sunset. Enjoy a freshly prepared seafood dinner under the stars.Overnight on a boat in Halong Bay.
Day 4 - Morning Activities & Fly to Hue
Wake up early this morning to catch the sunrise over the bay with a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck (if weather permits) followed by breakfast.You will visit a famous ancient limestone cave in the middle of the bay where you’ll discover magnificent stalagmites and stalactites as you walk along the lit paths on a guided tour. Enjoy a tasty brunch while cruising back to the main harbor Pier at around 10:30 am, where your guide and driver will wait you and drive you back to Hanoi (about 3 hrs).
Your private guide will escort you to airport for your onward flight to Da Nang.On arrival, your private guide will welcome you at the arrival hall and transfer you to your hotel with a private car and driver. Your guide will help you with luggage and hotel check-in and ensure your arrival is worry-free.
Day 5 - Full Day Explore Hue
Begin a day of exploration within the walled Citadel of Hue and take in the ruins of the city’s regal past. Created in the 19th century, the Imperial City is known for its impressive architecture and beautiful landscaping. Once used by the royal family and their staff, this citadel is full of temples, palaces, offices and gardens. Many of the monuments bear the scars of the war while many more have been restored to their former glory.
Spend time exploring the historic streets before a short journey from the old town to the surrounding countryside. Here, visit the impressive Minh Mang Tomb, the final resting place of the Emperors. Surrounded by nature, with a tranquil atmosphere, this series of impressive mausoleums are dotted along the Perfume River. Admire the Vietnam’s tallest and iconic seven-storey Thien Mu Pagoda by a royal dragon boat cruise on the Perfume River. After that, take a walk on the cobbled paths in the Imperial Citadel, and discover some former glory of the country’s royalty in the Forbidden Purple City. Finally, stroll in the Dong Ba Market to get a taste of the local civil life.
Day 6 - Enjoy a Scenic Drive from Hue Da Nang and Hoi An
Today, your journey begins with a scenic drive to Hoi An (about 3 hrs), during which you can have a full view of the coast and Da Nang when driving on the top of Hai Van Pass. And you can also have a leisure walk on the soft white sand at Da Nang’s Non Nuoc Beach, appreciate great sculptures in Cham Museum and climb the beautiful Marble Mountains. You can explore the town on your own or just relax after reaching Hoi An in the afternoon.
Day 7 - Explore My Son Sanctuary & Hoi An
Set out for the My Son Sanctuary to admire this unique beautiful sanctuary world of the ancient Cham religion, and then you will return to Hoi An by road after lunch. Take a walk on the distinctive Japanese Bridge that features Japanese architectural characteristics, and visit the Chinese Temple which reflects Chinese influences on Vietnam’s architecture. Also, you’ll visit the beautifully kept and restored former Vietnamese merchants’ houses. The rest of the day is yours to spend.
Day 8 - Tra Que Vietnamese Food Cooking Class
Your local guide will meet you at your hotel and you’ll take a cyclo ride to the center of Hoi An to visit the colorful market. At the market you’ll have the opportunity to interact with local sellers and learn about the fresh ingredients you’ll be using during your cooking lesson later in the day. This is a great chance to take some photos as well, so be sure to have your camera ready!
After visiting the market, you’ll take a ride to Tra Que vegetable village. You’ll enjoy a welcome drink and then walk through the vegetable gardens where local farmers work in their fields following the methods that have been in use for hundreds of years.
Next you’ll having a cooking lesson with a chef to learn the traditional ways of preparing and cooking Vietnamese food. After the lesson, you’ll have a chance to enjoy what you’ve cooked!
After the tour finished, you’ll bid farewell to your host family before riding back to Hoi An and your hotel.
Day 9 - Fly to Nha Trang
Have breakfast in the hotel and relax until time of transfer to the airport for onward flight to Nha Trang.Upon arrival, our guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel. The rest of the day is on your own to relax.
Day 10 - Snorkeling around Mun Island
A beach destination with all the mod-cons. Every water activity imaginable is here. One of the best things to do is the Snorkeling Boat trip. Join a day tour and head out to Mun Island where you can snorkel in the coral amongst schools of fish and enjoy the feeling of being by a secluded island. There are plenty of beach and swim stops along the way, onboard entertainment, plus a great buffet lunch.
Day 11 - Free Time
Day at leisure. Relax at your hotel, or explore the surrounding area.
Day 12 - Fly to Ho Chi Minh City
Enjoy your free time until your guide come and escort you to airport for your onward flight to Ho Chi Minh City.
Upon arrival, our guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel. The rest of the day is on your own to relax.
Day 13 - Cu Chi Tunnels & Ho Chi Minh City Tour
This morning set out for the incredible underground Cu Chi Tunnels, and then drive back to Ho Chi Minh City to visit the War Remnants Museum and Reunification Palace (the former Presidential Palace), the Notre Dame Cathedral, Old Saigon Post Office and Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Catinat) absolutely nice choices for a free stroll.
Day 14 - Mekong Delta & Homemade Lunch
In the early morning, you will head out of the bustling city to Mekong Delta Area. Cruising on the Mekong river for sightseeing: fish floating market, islands of Dragon, Unicorn, Turtle, Phoenix. Land on Unicorn island, take a walk on the village road, visit an orchard of tropical fruits. Visit a bee-farm, enjoy honey-tea and visit a typical house in Mekong Delta. Visit coconut candy workshop, taste fresh candies. Enjoy tropical fruits at local farm, listen to Southern traditional music. Next to land on Dragon island, transfer by cyclo or motorbike to local home. Have a homemade lunch and enjoy cooking time with some dishes such as “Banh Xeo” (Vietnamese crepe); Spring Rolls.... with the owners. After lunch, return to boat station. Transfer back to Saigon. End of tour at your hotel.
Accommodation
- 2 Nights in Hanoi
- 1 Night in Ha Long Bay
- 2 Nights in Hue
- 3 Nights in Hoi An
- 3 Nights in Nha Trang
- 3 Nights in Ho Chi Minh City
23 sqm spacious cabins come with connecting capabilities upon request
A selection of activities are offered on board, such as fishing and hiking
Conveniently located, Liberty Central Nha Trang Hotel offers luxurious and elegant accommodation with free WiFi access throughout the property. It features an outdoor pool, sauna, fitness centre and meeting/banquet facilities on site.
The hotel is just 200 m from Nha Trang Beach and 300 m from Vietnam Sailing Centre. Nha Trang Airport is approximately 27 km away.
What's included
Carefully selected accommodation with breakfast
Accommodation based on two people sharing (for each person not sharing a room, the single supplement will be added)
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Well screened Hotels
Handpicked hotels with good service and spacious room.
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Super nice location
Downtown location with convenient transportation and many good restaurants nearby.
All mentioned internal flights, trains, and cruises
Private & air-conditioned vehicle with ample space
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Best-time flight
No early get up. No late arrival.
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Better seats
Select seats for you as spacious as possible, such as exit row or bulkhead with more legroom.
All meals specified in the itinerary
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Satisfying food
Your special request on food can always be satisfied, no matter it relates to religion or medical purpose!
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Local specialities
Traditional local food is delicious and its specialities are worth searching out with our local guide!
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Little snack
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Bottles of drinking water and cold towels per guest per day
24/7 helpline while you are travelling
All excursions specified in the itinerary
All entrance fees specified in the itinerary