Question 1

DAY 1  |  ARRIVAL – FREE DAY IN HANOI

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A private car and guide will welcome you to Hanoi, Vietnam and transfer you to your hotel for relaxation and check-in. Enjoy an evening of leisure, exploring the lively streets markets and savouring local cuisine.
Overnight at Hotel in Hanoi.

Question 2

DAY 2 |  HANOI HISTORICAL SITES

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Your trip will start with the Ho Chi Minh Complex, containing the Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts. Close to this site is the One Pillar Pagoda, whose origin dates back to the foundation of Hanoi a thousand year ago. Your tour of Hanoi continues with a trip to the remarkable Temple of Literature, well known as Vietnam’s first university.

Uncover Hanoi's cultural treasures, visiting the Museum of Ethnology, Ngoc Son Temple, and Hoan Kiem Lake. Take a cyclo ride through the bustling Old Quarter streets, where traditional and modern elements blend seamlessly, offering a glimpse into the city's vibrant culture. Immerse in a bewildering maze of shopping streets and restaurants with an amazing assortment of architecture – traditional tube houses, countless pagodas, artisans’ workshops and cottages, colonial houses and modern concrete edifices.

Overnight at a hotel in Hanoi.

Question 3

DAY 3 | HANOI - HA LONG BAY CRUISE

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In the morning, the driver will pick you up at your hotel and transfer you to the pier in Ha Long Bay.

Embark on a cruise adventure in Ha Long Bay. Following an early morning pick-up, the journey starts at Hon Gai International Harbor. Enjoy a welcome drink and safety briefing when you check in. A delicious lunch is served on the outdoor deck during your cruise through Bai Tu Long Bay's limestone karsts. Enjoy swimming or relaxing on a sand beach in the afternoon, or kayak through karst mountains near Vung Dang – Cong Dam.

Return to the cruise for a dip in the Mineral Seawater Pool or relaxation in the spa. In the evening, guests can relax and take part in onboard activities. Lastly, Tra San area is where you will spend the night.

Question 4

DAY 4 | HA LONG BAY – HANOI – FLIGHT TO HUE

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Embark on a journey to the stunning Ha Long Bay via cruises. Start the day with Tai Chi on the sundeck, followed by a cup of tea or coffee and breakfast al fresco. Embark on a cruise to the captivating Cong Do area, where the Thien Canh Son Cave is concealed. When you check out of your cabin, enjoy a buffet lunch while sailing back to the harbour.

Following disembarkation, our driver will transfer you to Tuan Chau to take a seaplane to Hanoi Airport for your flight to Hue. Upon arrival at Hue Airport, a private car and driver will take you to your hotel, leaving you free to explore.

Enjoy an overnight stay in Hue.

Question 5

DAY 5 | HUE CITADEL – PERFUME RIVER

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Take part in a cultural and historical exploration of Hue in the morning. You begin your journey with a boat trip on the Perfume River and a visit to the serene Thien Mu Pagoda. Walk towards Tu Duc and Khai Dinh's King's Tombs, renowned for their stunning designs and historical significance. You can see the ancient Royal Arena, once home to elephant and tiger fighting during the Nguyen Dynasty.

A delicious lunch awaits you at a local gem, the Ancient Hue restaurant. After lunch, we continue to the Imperial Citadel, where the Nguyen Dynasty reigned from 1802 to 1945. You will see iconic landmarks like the Flag Tower, Noon Gate, Nine Dynastic Urns, Nine Holy Cannons, Thai Hoa Palace and Forbidden Purple City. Experience royal geomancy philosophy and its impact on history.

After your captivating day, you can enjoy Hue's evening and enjoy your second night's stay in Hue.

Question 6

DAY 6 | HUE – DA NANG – HOI AN

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Following breakfast at your Hue hotel, you will travel from Hue to Hoi An via Da Nang. You will experience breathtaking landscapes, including Lang Co Beach and Hai Van Pass. On the north to south nation highway, the Hai Van Pass boosts an impressive landscape. This is the highest pass in Vietnam (500 m above sea level). The rugged pass is the final section of the Truong Son Range stretching to the sea. Hai Van means "Sea Clouds", since the peak of the mountain is in the clouds while its foot is close to the sea.

Continue drive to Hoi An, a town with a rich history and charm to enjoy your lunch local restaurant. Upon arrival in Hoi An, check into your hotel or resort.

Overnight stay at Hoi An.

Question 7

DAY 7 | HOI AN CITY TOUR

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Begin your journey with a boat ride along the Thu Bon River to the Cua Dai estuary and Cam Kim Island, a traditional wooden construction site. While exploring the island, you will come into contact with local farmers and schoolchildren.

Upon reaching the river's confluence with the sea, you will see beautiful fishing nets. During your walking or cycling city tour, you will see sights like the impressive Chinese temple Fukien Assembly Hall.

Wander the ancient streets to visit the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge and explore Phung Hung, a historic old house. Afterwards, you can enjoy the vibrant bars and restaurants of the ancient town.

You can wind down the day by relaxing at your hotel before heading for more adventures in Hoi An.

Question 8

DAY 8 | HOI AN FREE DAY

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Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel in the morning. Then take your time to enjoy the rest of the day. Explore Hoi An's charms, indulge in its beauty, and design your day. Relax and soak up the tranquillity of this historic town.

Conclude the day with an overnight stay at your hotel in Hoi An.

Question 9

DAY 9 | HOI AN – DA NANG – SAIGON – CITY TOUR HALF DAY – VESPA ADVENTURE

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Following breakfast in Hoi An, you will travel to Da Nang for your flight to Saigon. In Saigon, you will have a brief hotel stopover and then fly to your next destination.

We will then enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, followed by a half-day city tour in the afternoon. Explore Ho Chi Minh City's captivating highlights on this tour.

Your visit will begin at Vietnam's War Remnants Museum, which features a collection of machinery, weapons, evocative photographs, and historical records. Next, visit the Reunification Palace, a significant historical site. The tour also covers Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office, two of Ho Chi Minh City's finest examples of French colonial architecture.

In the evening, tour guide will pick you up from your hotel for the Saigon After Dark with Vespa Adventures Tour.

This Saigon night tour is part night excursion, part street food adventure. Experience Saigon nightlife the way locals do, all from the back of a vintage Vespa scooter. You can enjoy a thrilling Vespa adventure tour of the city's vibrant nightlife, savour authentic local food at two restaurants, explore Saigon's culinary scene, and visit a Vietnamese coffee shop with live music. Conclude the night at a trendy music bar, witnessing the new generation of Vietnamese revel in their unique styles.

Wrap up your day with an overnight stay at your Saigon hotel.

Question 10

DAY 10 | CU CHI TUNNEL – BUSTLING MARKETS – BEN TRE - OVERNIGHT AT MANGO HOME

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Taking a trip to Cu Chi will begin your day. Here, you can watch a short film about the Cu Chi tunnels' fascinating history. After exploring these underground marvels, you will venture into the forest.

With a combined length of 250 km, the tunnels connect several villages. A 30 to 100-meter-long tunnel provides a glimpse into their history. Then, take a break in the forest with a cup of hot pandan leaf tea and a steaming bowl of tapioca. Next, you will meet Mr. Nam Chia, a former guerrilla who fought in the tunnels for 12 years.

Question 11

DAY 11 | BEN TRE MANGO HOME HOMESTAY PACKAGE - OVERNIGHT AT MANGO HOME

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Arrive at the meeting point, meet with your local guide and take a short walk through a local village to enjoy the landscape of local houses and gardens. Upon arrival, meet with your guide and take a short walk through a local village to enjoy the landscape of local houses and gardens. Upon reaching the local pier, board your Mango Cruises and enjoy the river views as you cruise through the smaller tributaries of Ben Tre province.

Dock at “Bao Island” and disembark your Mango Cruise to visit Coconut Garden and drink fresh coconut at here. Return to your cruise and head down the river to another visit - a local coconut processing operation. From here, you will start a Bicycle trip around Huu Dinh village (approx. 4 kilometres). Then you will stop at a brick-making factory, where the locals still use centuries-old traditional methods to make the bricks by hand.

After your visit, Mango Cruises will transfer you to the other side of the river to take a rowing sampan. Our team will paddle you through the maze of small canals to enjoy the natural beauty and tranquillity of Ben Tre province. After about 15 minutes, we will arrive at the local house of Mrs. Huong. Her family lives on fishing, shrimp trapping and farming. Enjoy the tropical fruits and honey tea in her garden before getting on a tri-motor cycle (xe loi). Enjoy the narrow village roads that navigate through the lush greenery and coconut palm trees.

After finishing the Xe Loi ride, return to your day cruiser as we will take you to Mango Home restaurant to enjoy your 5-course lunch. After your lunch, freshen up before switching to a bicycle and riding 500m, (approx.  4 minutes or 7-10 minutes’ walk) on village roads past green gardens and local houses. First is Mr. Ba Tài’s house to learn the fascinating process of rice wine making.

Lastly, a memorable visit to Mr. Sau Tuong, a former Vietcong soldier who survived two years fighting the Khmer Rouge in Phnom Penh. Today, he and his wife live on making rice paper which is the most famous specialty of My Long village. Have a chat with him and enjoy the crispy rice paper made by his wife and see how it is made.

Return to Mango Home, enjoy the swimming pool or relax at one of the nice sitting areas. Have dinner at Mango Home Restaurant.

Stay overnight at Mango Home Riverside.

Question 12

DAY 12 | MANGO HOME – CAN THO

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After breakfast, take a boat trip 30 minutes then get off the boat to ride the bicycle to a local market of My Long, stroll around the market, then continue the cycling tour to Phong Nam village stop for a Cao Dai religious temple visit, after that you will go biking back to Mango Home.

Return the Mango Home. Have a rest and enjoy a 5 course lunch.

Check out and say goodbye to the Mango Home Riverside, then our driver will pick you up after lunch and convey you to Can Tho city.

Check in hotel in Can Tho and spend the rest of the day at your own leisure.

Question 13

DAY 13 | CAN THO – SAIGON

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Enjoy your breakfast at the Deck. Freshen up for the early boat trip to the spectacular Cai Rang floating market, where you will transfer to a smaller boat and mingle amongst the thousands of trading vessels. Feel free to buy yourself fruits or drinks from the local boats.

After your market visit, return to your hotel and soak in your surroundings.

Check-out at 12 noon and get ready to transfer to Saigon.

Overnight at a hotel in Saigon.

Question 14

DAY 14 | DEPARTURE HOME FLIGHT

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After enjoying breakfast, Check out your room at the hotel at noon. Then our driver will transfer you to the airport for your flight back home.

This marks the end of your memorable journey to Vietnam!

INCLUSIONS:

• Private car with a dedicated driver (7-seater or 16-seater).
 • English-speaking tour guide.
 • All listed activities.
 • Provided breakfasts and meals per the itinerary.
 • Accommodations
 • Entrance fees for included attractions.
 • Complimentary mineral water and tissues (2 bottles per person per day).

EXCLUSIONS:

• Personal expenses.
 • Meals not specified in the program.
 • Bank transfers subject to a USD$35 transaction fee.
 • Credit card payments incurring an additional 4% fee.
 • Visa on Arrival Authorization Letter for Vietnam.
 • International flights.
 • Domestic flights (airfares are subject to change without notice).
 • Tipping and gratuities.
 • Any other expenses not explicitly mentioned in the program.

Vietnam Enchantment: 2 Weeks of Captivating Beauty
14 days tour

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Vietnam Enchantment: 2 Weeks of Captivating Beauty 14 days tour

Booking this tour

Vietnam Enchantment: 2 Weeks of Captivating Beauty
14 days tour