Vietnam Classis Tour

	Itinerary	Hanoi - Halong - Hue - Hoi An - HCM City
	Duration	8 days
	Tour type	Private
	Price	only from US$000/person
	Highlight	Hanoi, Halong Bay, sea kayaking, charming Hoi An, Hue Imperial City,  nice beaches, boat cruises, Ho Chi Minh City, Cao Dai Temple, Cu Chi Tunnels........

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This tour is specially designed for travelers with limited time to visit Vietnam. With 8 days only, we have combined some must to see places in Vietnam including Hanoi, Halong, Hue, Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh city.  You will have an overview of Vietnam's culture, beautiful sites, history and great chance to explore the nature while kayaking in Halong bay. What is more to expect than visiting the Natural Word Heritage Site of Halong Bay, Cultural Word Heritage Site of Hoi An Ancient Town, historical site of Cu Chi Tunnels and many pagodas, museums during the trip.

Detailed Itinerary:

Day 1: Hanoi arrival

(D)

Hanoi is the second largest city of Vietnam with total population of over 6 million people. As the capital of Vietnam for almost a thousand years, the enchanting Hanoi is considered to be one of cultural centers of Vietnam, where most of Vietnamese dynasties had left behind their imprint. Even though some relics have not survived through wars and time, the city still has many interesting cultural and historic monuments for visitors and residents alike.

Your trip starts today with the warm welcome at the airport in Hanoi. We will have a guided half - day tour of Hanoi, visiting the Ngoc Son Temple and the legend Hoan Kiem Lake (Lake or the restored sword). We will then enjoy the unique performance of Water Puppet show and have dinner at the local restaurant.

Overnight at hotel, Hanoi.

Day 2: Hanoi city tour

(B/L)

As the capital of Vietnam for almost a thousand years, even when the nation's capital moved to Hue under the Nguyen dynasty in 1802, the city of Hanoi continued to flourish, especially after the French took control in 1888 and modeled the city's architecture to their tastes, lending an important aesthetic to the city's rich stylistic heritage. The city boasts more than 1,000 years of history, and that of the past few hundred years has been well preserved.

You are picked at the hotel for a guided full day tour of Hanoi, visiting the major sights, including the Temple of Literature, One Pillar Pagoda and paying a homage to Vietnam's most famous revolutionary, Ho Chi Minh. After lunch, we visit Ethnology Museum, the miniature of Vietnam with 54 ethnic groups. Here carry out scientific research, collection, documentation, conservation, exhibition and preserving the cultural and historic patrimony of the nation’s ethnic groups. The museum also serves to guide research, conservation, and technology that are specific to the work of an ethnographic museum. We will then visit the Tran Quoc pagoda. This pagoda is well located beside the dazzling West Lake in Hanoi, and is a cultural symbol of Vietnamese Buddhism. Tour ends at your hotel at about 5pm.

Overnight at Hotel, Hanoi.

Day 3: Hanoi – Halong Bay

(B/L/D)

Halong Bay has twice been recognized by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage Area for its exceptional scenic beauty and outstanding geological and geomorphic values. Thousands of islands emerging uneven in the fanciful waves look strong and magnificent but also mild and vivid. Amidst these islands, we feel as if we were astray in a petrified legendary world.

8:00: You are picked up at the hotel. You can leave your luggage behind at the hotel in Hanoi and pack an overnight bag.

12.15 pm: Arrive in Halong city, board our traditional wooden junk boat for an overnight journey. Sip on a refreshing welcome drink upon check in before you begin the cruise through the bay. Feast on a delicious lunch as you cruise among hundreds of islets (Dinh Huong islet, Ga Choi – Fighting Cock islet, Dog islet, Finger islet, etc.) to discover untouched pockets of Halong Bay and visit Sung Sot cave, which is situated in the centre of the UNESCO-declared World Heritage area and is one of the most imposing grottos of the Bay. You will then have chance to explore Halong bay on your own by kayaking from the Soi Sim beach to Luon Cave to enjoy the quite atmosphere of the bay. We will have dinner with fresh seafood on board then free time for squid fishing or relaxing and chatting with your partner, friends, family.
Overnight on Halong Bay Junk.

Day 4: Halong - Hanoi

(B/L)

7.00am: For early risers complimentary tea, coffee, fruit and cake are served. Enjoy Sunrise on the Bay or practize Tai Chi lesson with our professional (this is not included with standard and superior options). Continue to explore the Bay.
8.00am: Sail past rock formations such as Man’s Head islet, Tortoise islet, Butterfly cave, Lion islet, Bai Tho mountain, enjoy the tranquil scenery as the boat meanders its way through the bay on the way back to Halong city, etc. Arrange your luggage and do the check out onboard at around 9.00 am. Enjoy a wholesome brunch as your boat weaves through strange-shaped limestone rock formations.
11.45am: Arrive back at Halong city for disembarkation where your driver waits to take you back to your Hanoi, on the way call on a ceramic village to see craftsmen do their works. . Free time for your personal activities and dinner.
Overnight at Hotel, Hanoi.

Day 5: Hanoi – Hue

(B/L)

Hue is located in Thua Thien prefecture and is in the central part of Vietnam, 660 km from Ha Noi and 1080 km from Saigon. Hue became the name of Vietnam's most well known ancient capital because of the local mispronunciation of the word Hoá in Thuân Hoá. Here remains many historical buildings as a capital of the Nguyen dynasty (1802-1945). Inside the city are the Royal Citadel, Flag Tower, Royal Palace, and Royal Tombs. Hue’s Forbidden Purple City was once reserved for the royal family; it was severely damaged during the War. Outside the city is the religious site known as Nam Giao Hill, or Heaven’s Altar.
We will take the flight to Hue in the morning for full day tour. Our visiting sites includes Old Imperial City, Flag Tower, Thien Mu Pagoda, Royal Tomb of Khai Dinh. Our exciting day ends with romantic cruise on the Perfume River with Royal music on boat.
Overnight at hotel, Hue.

Day 6: Hue – Hoi An

(B/L)

Hoi An was originally a Cham port town, but has been influenced down the centuries by a myriad of traders from various cultures. There is a distinctly Chinese appearance with pagodas and assembly halls scattered along the small streets. Hoi An was once a bustling port in centuries gone by, before the river silted up.
We travel by private vehicle from Hue to Da Nang - Journey south along Highway 1 past the Hai Van Pass and Lang Co. We will visit Cham Museum, Marble Mountain. Upon arrival in Hoi An, an ancient trading center, we have lunch.

In the afternoon, we have a half day tour to see a historic house, the Japanese Covered Bridge, a Chinese assembly hall. We enjoy a free afternoon to make the most of delightful Hoi An and its surrounding areas. The market is a good place to buy silk that can be made up into fine garments, all within a day. Close to town is the Cua Dai beach, which can be reached easily by bicycle, is an ideal place to swim and relax.

Overnight at Hotel, Hoi An.

Day 7: Da Nang - Ho Chi Minh City

(B/L)

Ho Chi Minh City was the capital of the French colony of Cochinchina and later of the independent state of South Vietnam from 1954 to 1975. Since then, the city merged with the surrounding province of Gia Định and was officially renamed Hồ Chí Minh City. This is the largest city in Vietnam and the nation's economic capital. The metropolitan area Hồ Chí Minh City and surrounding towns, is populated by more than 9 million.

We take a short city tour to the Reunification Palace, War Remnants Museum and Notre Dame Cathedral. You will also admire the many beautiful French colonial buildings such as the main post office and the former Hotel de Ville (city hall). If time permits, we will visit the bustling Cho Lon Market (Chinatown). This trip helps you view the city from another perspective and to see the abundance of fresh local produce that is such an important feature of Vietnamese cuisine.

Overnight at Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 8: Ho Chi Minh - Cu Chi  tunnels - departure

(B/L)

Today we will visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, an extensive underground network (approximately 200 kilometers) of tunnels dug initially by the Viet Minh and later expanded by the Viet Cong. The tunnels contained hospitals, plus accommodation and schools, and were used extensively for refuge and storage and also utilized as a military base for the Viet Cong close to Saigon.

After the trip, we drive back to Ho Chi Minh City and transfer directly to the airport for evening departure flight for your next destination. Tour ends. 

Note*:

1. Packing list: See our suggested vacation packing tips
2. The itinerary for Halong bay tour would be a little different depending on the option you choose.

Quotation: Rates vary frequently. Please contact us at info@indochinatreks.com to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.

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Note*:

• See our list of hotels for the above options.
• Early checkin or late checkout is subject to availability with/without additional charge (if any).
• Accommodation bases on ROH rooms. Higher room grade can be arranged with additional charge. Similar hotel of the same rate will be selected in case pointed one(s) is (are) full.

Inclusion:

• Visa approval code
• Boat trip in Halong Bay and Hue.
• Twin-shared rooms at 3-5 star hotels.
• Admission fees for all sightseeing places
• Bottles of mineral water available on the car.
• Land transfer by private A/C vehicle for whole trip.
• English or French speaking guide. Other languages are available upon request.
• Meals as mentioned in the program. Special requirements (vegetarian, diet, Muslim food etc.) could be arranged upon prior notice.

Exclusion:

• Travel insurances.
• Services not clearly mentioned above.
• Drinks and personal expenses (laundry, phone calls etc.).
• All flights and airport tax
• Day use at hotel (early checkin/late checkout)