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Vietnam Sightseeing Tour covers the length of Vietnam, from north to south, encompassing some of its most beautiful scenery and historically interesting cities. The internal flights connecting important cities such Hue, Danang and Ho Chi Minh city are designed in order to save valuable time. Boating on Halong bay – the world Heritage, explore, experience the culture and lifestyle of Vietnamese and finally relaxing in romantic place and beautiful beach.

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VIETNAM VACATION OF MANDARIN ROAD

(15 Days / 14 Nights)

Day 1: VIETNAM VACATION OF MANDARIN ROAD: ARRIVAL - HANOI (-/-/-)

On arrival at Noi Bai Airport, you are met and transferred to hotel for check in. Then, you enjoy a tour by cyclo around the old quarter streets to experience the daily life of the local people. HANOI CAPITAL

O/N in Ha Noi.

Day 2: VIETNAM VACATION OF MANDARIN ROAD: HANOI - FULL DAY OF SINGTSEEING VACATION (B/-/-)
Today we commence our exploration of Hanoi with the Ho Chi Minh Complex, which contains the mausoleum of the nation’s founder Ho Chi Minh, the Presidential Palace and the Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts. Close to this complex is the One Pillar Pagoda, whose origins date back to the foundation of city. We follow it with a visit to the Temple of Literature, which is well known as the first university of Vietnam and the History Museum with an excellent collection of artifacts illustrating the Vietnamese history. Later on, we will take a short visit at Hilton Prison where Vietnamese soldiers did captured & detained American pilots from 1967 till 1973 to learn more about the history of Vietnam war against American Imperialists.
In this afternoon, visiting the outlaying Ethnologic Museum is also a major part of our sightseeing. This gleaming mansion is dedicated to Vietnam's 54 ethnic group s. Afterwards we drive to the Tran Quoc Pagoda and Quan Thanh Temple. They are some major highlights set by the beautiful West Lake. We also visit the old quarters and the peaceful lake of Hoan Kiem with its sacred temple. In front of this lake is the famous water puppet theatre where we will see a fantastic performance.
O/N in Ha Noi.

DAY 3: VIETNAM VACATION OF MANDARIN ROAD: TRIP FROM HANOI TO HALONG BAY CRUISES (B/L/D)
After having breakfast at hotel, you will be picked by our guide & driver at hotel then driven to HA LONG BAY

Halong Bay - 170km from the East of Hanoi. On the way, you will have chances to stop by green paddies to see the Vietnamese farmers working on their fields or you might get by a Humanity Center where we are nursing the disabled Children who are left behind the War & they are victims of Agent Oranges caused by American troops.
At around 12:00, you will reach to Halong Bay recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site since 1994. The islands in Ha Long Bay are mainly limestone and schist islands most lying in the two main areas: the southeastern part of Bai Tu Long Bay and southwestern part of Ha Long Bay. They are the result of many times of rising and lowering processes of the continent to form a karst. The process of nearly full erosion and weathering of the karst created the unique Ha Long Bay in the world. In 2000, UNESCO recognized it as the World Heritage for the second time for its geographical and geomorphologic values.
On arrival at 12h30, We are welcome on the traditional boat and have welcome drink. Start the boat trip to visit Halong Bay with outstanding natural beauty of many Islands such as Con Cho Island, Dinh Huong Island, Canh Buom Island, Ga Choi Island and have fresh seafood lunch served on board.
In the afternoon, you will have opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful cave in Ha long Bay- Sung Sot Cave or Suprising Cave, then wimming on Titop or do kayak to visit Luon Cave. Watching sunset. Fishing with seine and owing bamboo boat (on request)
Dinner and overnight on boat.

DAY 4: VIETNAM VACATION OF MANDARIN ROAND: HALONGBAY – HANOI (B/-)
In this morning, we will keep on our journey by junk-boat to to explore more islands & natural beauties of Halong Bay.
At around 10:30: you will have a brunch served on cruise before reaching to Halong Harbour at around 12:00. Right here our car will be at disposal to pick you up then drive back to Hanoi with stopover at Dong Trieu Ceramic village.
At around 15:30: You will get to Hanoi & the rest of time you will be free on your own
O/N in Ha Noi.

Day 5: VIETNAM VACATION OF MANDARIN ROAD: HANOI - HUE – FULLDAY OF SIGHSEEING (B/-/-)
HUE CITY

After breakfast at hotel, you will be transferred to Noi Bai airport for a morning flight to Hue. Upon arrival, you will be escorted by our guide & driver then driven to your hotel for a drop of your luggage. Later on, we have a boat trip on the romantically named Perfume River visits Hue’s best-known religious site, Thien Mu Pagoda. The beautiful riverside Thien Mu Pagoda is one of the oldest ancient architectural structures for religious work ship in Hue. We include this in a half day cruise on the Perfume River which also gives us a taste of the scenic countryside and an enjoyable visit to the mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang in a tranquil setting of gardens and lakes. This impressive landmark reflects the beautiful architecture, intricate decor and mysterious statues. Afterwards, We start our sightseeing tour with the massive citadel named the Imperial Citadel where the Nguyen Dynasty ruled between 1802 and 1945 including Flag Tower, Noon Gate, Nine Dynastic Urns, Nine Holy Cannons, Thai Hoa Palace, and Forbidden Purple City. This royal residence was all but destroyed during the 1968 Tet Offensive, however it is still fascinating to walk among the ruins. Close to this masterpiece is Hue Imperial Museum which displays an interesting collections of bronzes, Chinaware, court robes and various emperors’ personal belongings
By the end of the day, we will have one more chance to take a glancing tour of Hue with a walk to the bustling Dong Ba Market that sells a wide variety of local goods and handicrafts. Along the way we pass many fantastic eating spots, all ideal for visitors to sample some local delicacies.
O/N in Hue.

Day 6: VIET NAM VACATION OF MANDARIN ROAD: HUE - DANANG - HOIAN (B/-/-)

In this morning, before leaving to Danang we will take a short drive though the rolling hill to see the elaborate royal tomb of Emperor Tu Duc and the famous Tu Hieu Pagoda. The scenic 4-hour drive via Hai Van Pass offers spectacular views of mountains, the sea, idyllic beaches and villages (we can choose the shorter way by driving through the tunnel).
Upon arrival Da Nang, we will take a visit to Cham Museum formerly known as the Ecole Francaise d'Extreme Orient. This museum contains many exquisite limestone carvings from the vanquished Kingdom of Champa which has been the central coastal littoral prior to the march of the Vietnamese nation southward. Then a visit to Marble Mountains with its beautiful grottoes and temples whose peaks represent the five elements of the universe. Later on, we keep on rolling further southward to Hoi An, which was originally one of major trading centers of Southeast Asia in the 16th century.
O/N in Hoi An.

Day 7: VIETNAM VACATION OF MANDARIN ROAD: HOIAN – SIGHTSEEING TOUR (B/-/-)
Hoi An which was originally a Cham seaport but has been influenced down centuries by a HOI AN ANCTIENT TOWN

myriad of traders from various cultures. There are plenty to see in this tranquil and delightful town, some of which are the famous Japanese Covered Bridges, the Pottery Museum, the 200 years old Tamky House, the Chua Ong Pagoda and the vibrant market. We include these sites in an enchanting walking tour past many low tiled houses scattered along the small streets and assembly halls which reflect the town's multi-cultural past
Afternoon: free time at leisure on the beach or shopping
O/N in Hoi An.

DAY 8: VIETNAM VACATION OF MANDARIN ROAD: HOIAN - QUI NHON (B/-/-)
Depart at 8:00 a.m from your hotel at Hoi An to Quy Nhon - a small secluded beach city developing. Overland to Qui Nhon with sightseeing enroute, visit Garden of Statues to memorize the Geniuses in medical field. Continue driving through the peaceful countryside, rice fields, salt fields at Sa Huynh and beautiful hills and along beautiful coast to Quy Nhon city. QUY NHON

O/N in Qui Nhon

DAY 9 : VIETNAM VACATION OF MANDARIN ROAD: QUI NHON - NHATRANG (B/-/-)
Depart a morning drive of 250 km across picturesque coastal plains to Nha Trang . Lunch stop on the way. Upon arrival, a new destination for relaxation where romantic seaside resorts with impeccable service can be found. Check in seaside hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
O/N in Nha Trang.

DAY 10: VIETNAM VACATION OF MANDARIN ROAD: NHA TRANG (B/-/-)
Breakfast at the hotel. Take the morning boat trip to visit the Tri Nguyen Aquarium and the off-shore islands around Nha Trang, including Mun Mot island. Enjoy swimming and beach activities. Lunch at Tam island with fresh seafood. Afternoon visit the Po Nagar Cham Tower, it is dedicated to Yan Po Nagar, the goddess of the country. Then continue to visit Chong Promontory - looks like the work of a giant, who carelessly put several massive rocks together. On one side of the rock, facing the sea, there is a deep handprint with the five fingers close together. And finally, discover Oceanographic Institute - established on 14 September 1922, is the National Oceanographic Institution, responsible for research and investigation in the ocean.
O/N in Nha Trang. Nhatrang beach

DAY 11: VIETNAM VACATION OF MANDARIN ROAD: NHA TRANG - DALAT (B/-/-)
Drive to Dalat city, 1500 m above the sea level. Refresh with a little bit cool of the highland city, which was known as “A little Paris” or “a flower city”. Visit the Tuyen Lam Lake - a natural lake situated on top of a hill covered with pine trees, 6km east of Dalat City. The lake has been surrounded by many stories and legends with sorrowful endings in which the heroine drowns in the lake to keep her true love forever. Discover King Bao Dai’s summer palace - filled with artefacts from decades and governments past and is extremely interesting, then take time to visit city flower garden and Dalat Market, one of the most beautiful markets in the highland with a wide array of flowers, fruits and vegetables.
O/N in Da Lat.

DAY 12: VIETNAM VACATION OF MANDARIN ROAD: DALAT - HO CHI MINH (B/-/-)
Morning drive to Ho Chi Minh City, visit Pongua Waterfall - one of the most beautiful and DA LAT SPRING WORLD

impressive waterfall in the western Highlands with a height of over 20m, its side is a hundred meters and its base is over 10m so thousands of people can have a good time here. And visit Chicken Village (K'hor ethnic minority) on the way. Arrive Ho Chi Minh, check in hotel. Afternoon free at leisure.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.

Day 13: HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR + CU CHI TUNNELS (B/-/-)
Morning: A half-day city tour of dynamic Ho Chi Minh City , still called Saigon by many locals, includes the Notre Dame Cathedral, Old Sai Gon Post Office, the Chinatown, the former Presidential Palace .
Afternoon: Transfer about 30km north-west of Ho Chi Minh City to Cu Chi town. Cu Chi tunnels were used as the base from which the Vietnamese mounted their operations of the Tet Offensive in 1968. The Cu Chi tunnels consist of more than 200km of underground tunnels. This main axis system has many branches connecting to underground hideouts, shelters, and entrances to other tunnels, the tunnels are between 0.5 to 1m wide, just enough for a person to crawl along.
Transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City.
O/N in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 14: VIETNAM VACATION OF MANDARIN ROAD: HOCHIMINH – MEKONG DELTA – HOCHIMINH (B/L/-)
Heading out of town, we travel by roads to the Mekong Delta. This plain region boasts the largest rice bowl of Vietnam. On arrival in My Tho we board a boat navigating around the intricate small canals, which is a great way to observe the local lifestyle close-up and catch a view dotted by many islands. The exciting river trip will pass by the lush green vegetation towards the famous Unicorn Island where we have a chance to stroll around an orchard, taste many seasonal fruits and see farmers at work. We navigate some narrower canals using small rowing boats to Ben Tre Province for an interesting visit to some local industries. The extra enjoyment is a lunch at one of the famous local eating spots. We drive back to Ho Chi Minh, stopping off en route to see the beautiful Ving Trang Pagoda and the Saigon's Chinatown, locally named Cho Lon. This bustling area is crammed with sacred temples and mysterious, narrow lanes.
O/N in Ho Chi Minh.

Day 15: VIETNAM VACATION OF MANDARIN ROAD: HO CHI MINH CITY - Departure (B/-/-)
At leisure until transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport for departure flight (check out hotel before 12h00)

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INCLUDING:
•   Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
•   Air ticket Hanoi - Hue
•   Accommodation in hotels (twin shared room)
•   Meals as indicated: B = breakfast, L = lunch, B = brunch, D = dinner
•   English or French speaking guide
•   Entrance fee to indicated sights
•   Water puppet show
•   Boat trips

EXCLUDING:
Other meals, tip, drinks, airport tax, single room, personal expenses, insurance,...

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