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EXPLORING SAIGON TO HANOI IN 10 DAYS

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There are many different ways to travel from Ho Chi Minh to Hanoi, but one of the most popular is the 10-day tour. This tour covers all of the major highlights of Vietnam, including Saigon, the Mekong Delta, Hoi An, Hue, and Hanoi. The tour typically starts in Saigon, where travelers can explore the city's French colonial history and visit the famous Cu Chi tunnels. From there, the tour heads to the Mekong Delta, where travelers can see firsthand how local people live and work. After that, it's on to Hoi An, a beautiful town known for its traditional architecture and friendly people. From Hoi An, the tour goes to Hue, where travelers can visit the imperial citadel and see some of Vietnam's most important historical sites. Finally, the tour ends in Hanoi, where travelers can explore the city's Old Quarter and experience the unique culture of Vietnam. Whether you're interested in history or culture, this 10-day tour has something for everyone.

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DAY 01: HO CHI MINH - ARRIVAL

Welcome you to Ho Chi Minh - the biggest city in Vietnam.
On arrival, you will be picked up by our guide and transfer to your hotel to check in and take a short rest. The room is at your disposal from 14.00 onwards.
In the afternoon, we will transfer to Bitexco Tower where you admire a 360degree view of city at 178m and enjoy a Heineken beer. Back to the hotel, dinner on your own.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

Portrait of beautiful vietnamese woman with traditional vietnam
DAY 02: MEKONG DELTA (B/L)

After having breakfast at the hotel, you will start the trip to depart for My Tho, the town lies on the left side of the Mekong River. Boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands.
Stop over at Unicorn Island, go walking around country lane and seeing orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, folk song music which performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation. Riding a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal and treat yourself in the beauty of the countryside, visit the family business, visit honey-bee farm, enjoy honey tea and coconut candy workshop. Have lunch at local restaurant.
In the afternoon, time for cycling around the Tan Thach village, meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong delta. Hammock relaxing and enjoy cool breeze for those can’t join the cycling trip. Afterwards, you will be back to Ho Chi Minh City.
Dinner on your own. Overnight at the hotel.

Night scene of the Ho Chi Minh City Hall in Saigon, Vietnam.
DAY 03: CU CHI TUNNELS – HO CHI MINH (B/L)

After breakfast drive away from the city centre toward the Cu Chi district. Leaving the city behind, the scenery changes to views of rice paddies, villagers drying noodles by the side of the road and other scenes typical to southern Vietnam.
Arrive at the entrance of the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, an incredible underground tunnel network constructed by Vietnamese resistance fighters (Viet Cong) during both the French and American wars. Hear the tales of how these tunnels were built while walking through the forest. Visit two sections of the tunnel where it is possible to crawl inside to experience first-hand what life was like living underground. There are also several other informative displays and war relics around the area to explore.
After this morning’s Cu Chi Tunnels tour, return to the city centre in time for lunch. Then take a closer look at the city itself, starting at. Reunification Hall This fascinating building, once known as the Presidential Palace, is filled with history. Hear the story of how, on 30 April 1975, North Vietnamese tanks seized the building as Saigon fell. Continue to the Old Post Office and Notre Dame Cathedral, two colonial-style monuments with interesting pasts.
The final stop of the day is Ben Thanh market. Located in the heart of the city, this market is one of the liveliest in the area. Rub shoulders with the locals while browsing the countless stalls selling fruits, tea and dry goods. Return to the hotel and reflect back upon this incredible day of history and local culture.
Dinner own your own. Overnight at the hotel.

The Dragon Bridge, Da Nang, Vietnam
DAY 04: FLIGHT TO DA NANG (B)

At the good time this morning, you will be transferred to the airport for a short flight to Da nang city.
Upon arrival to Danang, our tour guide will pick you up and take you on a half-day city tour to visit some highlights of the city:
Museum of Cham Sculpture: the world's largest collection of Cham sculpture and is a popular tourist destination.
Han market: a significant landmark in Da Nang where locals shop for fresh vegetables, seafood, and butchered meat in the early morning.
Dragon Bridge: the longest bridge in Vietnam, offering a dazzling display of lights, fire, and water that no first-time visitor to Da Nang should miss out on.
Transfer back to the hotel. Meals on your own.
Overnight at the hotel.

the Golden Bridge is lifted by two giant hands in the tourist re
DAY 05: BANA HILLS & GOLDEN BRIDGE (B/L)

07:45 – 08:00 AM Be picked up at the hotel in Da Nang. Transfer to Ba Na hills (35km) and take Cable Car which gains 5 world scores to Ba Na hills station. Stop at By Night station to visit Vong Nguyet hills, The Old Villas of French, the Golden bridge…
Continue moving up by cable car to the Nui Chua Mountain – the top of Ba Na range, visiting Nghinh Phong top, Le Nim Villas, Orchid Garden… Experience hill climbing train (first and unique funicular in Vietnam) and visit an old French cellar (Debay Ancient Wine Cellar), flower garden Le Jardin D’amour. Buffet lunch will be severed at the restaurant.
In the afternoon, you will be free for joining games in Fantasy Park – the third biggest indoor games zone in Vietnam with series of interesting games: 4 – 5D film, skiver, The death race, dinosaur park… (2 hours). Or discover Ba Na hills on your own.
03:00 PM: Back to the cable car.
Dinner own your own. Overnight at the hotel.

Marble mountains cave in Danang
DAY 06: MARBLE MOUNTAIN - HOI AN CITY TOUR – FLGIHT TO HANOI (B)

Check out of the hotel this morning and leave your luggage in the lobby. The staff will keep it safely for you. tour guide pick you up at your hotel. Depart for Son Tra Peninsula, you will visit Linh Ung Pagoda. After that, the bus will take you to Marble Mountains. You could explore many mysterious caves.
Bus will move to the ancient town of Hoi An. The tour guide will take you for the visit: Japan bridge pagoda, Phuc Kien hall, Tan Ky old house, Phung Hung old house.
Our driver will pick you up to transfer to Danang airport to take your domestic flight to Hanoi. Once arrival in Hanoi, you will be warmly welcomed by our tour guide to transfer to your hotel to check-in.
Dinner on your own. Overnight at the hotel.

Beautiful shot of Kissing rocks at Ha Long Bay in Vietnam
DAY 07: HANOI – HALONG – OVERNIGHT ON CRUISE – SHUTTLE BUS (B/L/D)

Following breakfast leave Hanoi for a 3-hour drive to Halong Bay including a 20-minutes stop on the way. Arrive at the jetty in Halong City towards noon and proceed with check-in formalities.
After the welcome onboard, be served with lunch while cruising towards the bay.
In the afternoon, enjoy some visits and/or activities (depending on each boat’s itinerary) or just spend some time relaxing on board. Towards the end of the day the boat sets anchor for the night among the karst formations. Dinner is served on board.
Overnight on cruise.

Aerial view Vung Vieng floating fishing village and rock island, Halong Bay, Vietnam, Southeast Asia. UNESCO World Heritage Site. Junk boat cruise to Ha Long Bay. Famous destination of Vietnam
DAY 08: HALONG – HANOI (B)

Early risers can enjoy the sunrise and the quiet breath-taking beauty of Halong Bay’s landscape. Continue cruising to explore more of the bay and enjoy the brunch breakfast before returning to the Jetty at noon time. Around 11.30 am, transfer back to Hanoi. Dinner on your own account.
Overnight at the hotel.

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DAY 09: HANOI CITY TOUR (B/L)

Today’s tour begins at 08:30. Set off on a full-day guided tour of Hanoi. Begin with a visit to West Lake to admire the sixth-century Tran Quoc Buddhist Pagoda.
Next up is a short drive to the Ho Chi Minh Complex. Follow a long queue to get inside the mausoleum, which is hallowed ground for the Vietnamese people. Witness locals paying homage to the historic father figure of modern Vietnam, and experience the unique reverence that takes place here. Then, take a short walk to Ho Chi Minh’s former house, which is built on stilts. Here, Ho Chi Minh lived from 1958 to 1969 as he orchestrated the movement that eventually lead to the Vietnam’s independence. Walk around the quiet grounds while learning about Ho Chi Minh’s life and legacy. Optionally, take a tour of the nearby One Pillar Pagoda. Built in 1049, it’s one of Vietnam’s most iconic temples.
Afterwards, Hanoi adventure continues with a visit to the famed Temple of Literature. Wander around this incredible compound which was constructed in 1076. Become fascinated with the stories of the building and get a glimpse of the past when it served as a university and temple.
Afterward, head over to the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology (close on Monday). Here, browse informative exhibitions displaying artefacts and infographics that portray the remarkable diversity of Vietnam’s ethnic communities. Meanwhile, take a look at view traditional costumes on display which represent each of the ethnic groups. As an alternative to the Ethnology Museum, visit the highly-acclaimed Vietnamese Women’s Museum. The museum is located near Hoan Kiem Lake and offers wonderful insight into the lives and heritage of Vietnamese women. Learn historic and modern-day traditions centered around births, weddings, motherhood, spirituality and more.
At the end of the afternoon, embark on a walking tour through Hanoi’s bustling Old Quarter. This area of 36 narrow streets is a lively place to walk around while seeing and learning about Vietnam’s traditional ways of life. Continue through the busy Hang Be Market and around Hoan Kiem Lake. Snap photos and chat with the locals on the way.
Dinner on your own. Overnight at the hotel.

Hanoi,,Vietnam,-,Oct,3,,2013.,Tourists,Take,A,Tour
DAY 10: HANOI – DEPARTURE (B)

Free time for last minute shopping or optional visit before transferring to Noi Bai airport for departure flight.

End of tour!

08 nights shared Accommodation in twin/double room with daily breakfast at the below indicated room types (check in and check out around noontime)
01 night on Cruise in Halong bay
All transfers and transportation with air-con vehicles (based on Group will be arranged suitable transfer)
Shuttle bus round trip Hanoi – Halong - Hanoi (Group 6 pax up a private transfer will be arranged)
Local English-speaking guides
All entrance fees as program
All tax and service charge.
Meals (B/L/D) (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) as indicated in the program (Local food): Daily breakfast at hotel (08); 04 lunches at local restaurant; 01 breakfast, 01 lunch & 01 dinner on boat
02 bottles of mineral water per person per day on bus on days of transfer
Airfares (international and domestic)
Meals (other than mentioned in the program)
Drinks
Visas to Vietnam & Cambodia
Mineral water beyond that supplied
Tips
Early check in or late check out
Insurances
Optional excursions and activities
Additional transfer required due to any emergency situation
Items of a personal nature (Phone calls, laundry, beverages…)
Peak season surcharges if any
All not mentioned above

1. Cancellation policy:
– Any cancellation 35 days prior to arrival date: NO charge (except in case of deposit or issuing the flight tickets to guarantee the seats)
– Any cancellation between 35 days to 20 days prior to arrival date: 25% charge
– Any cancellation between 20 days to 10 days prior to arrival date: 50% charge
– Any cancellation less than 10 days: 100% charge

2. Payment policy:
– Full payment is required soonest possible & at latest by 35 days prior to the arrival date (except in case we have a credit agreement)
– The deposit will be required in case we need to deposit to hotels or airlines
– The bank fees (transfer fees and correspondence fees are on the sender)

3. Payment
Method of payment:
• By credit card
• By bank transfer
Please note for any kind of payment: the bank fee is on the sender
Payment due: The special payment deadline will be applied and indicated in specific bookings in the tour confirmation. Generally, we request payment at 2 weeks in advance for FIT & 30 days in advance for GIT. In case, we have to deposit to the suppliers to guarantee the service availability, we will request you to settle the deposit to us accordingly

4. Booking process notes:
– Upon receipt of your request or booking, we will immediately send a short notice to acknowledge the receipt
– We will deal with your requests or bookings and send out our detailed proposal or tour confirmation within 24 hours (or soonest possible) with details of specific terms & conditions

5. Cancellation/ No show
The specific cancellation fee will be indicated in the tour confirmation for specific bookings. This is due to the fact that each hotel and each supplier apply a different cancellation policy.
Any cancellation due to irresistible reasons such as war, strikes, earthquakes, etc. will be subject to no charge.

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This tour was cool! LOTS of people go on it so sometimes it feels like you’re cattle being herded by your guises. HOWEVER, pray and hope you get Big Dave as your tour guide because he made the day extremely special. He’s hilarious, full of quirky fun facts, and was a ball of energy. – Mr. Johan

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