Cruising the three parts of vietnam
12Days 11Nights
TRIPCODE:CRNS12
Tour Highlights:
- Cruise and swim in the emerald waters of Halong Bay among 1969 mountains and islands
- Cruising and snorkeling in the crystal clear waters of Hon Mun Bay, Nha Trang
- Cruising into the Mekong Delta for a taste of agriculture life on the mighty Mekong River
DETAILED ITINERARY:
DAY1: ARRIVAL HANOI
Upon arrival, meet our guide and driver and transfer to the hotel in hanoi for check in. next is your free time of exploration this charming capital of Vietnam. Dinner in the hotel.
DAY2: HANOI CITY TOUR
Today we will spend a full-day city tour in Hanoi. Our first places to visit in the morning are ho chi Minh mausoleum, one pillar pagoda, temple of literature, army museum. History museum, at noon will be free for lunch in a local restaurant, after lunch we continue to visit the old quarter of “36 streets and 36 wares” by one hour cycle ride and end of this day with enjoying a unique water puppet performance. Overnight in hotel. (B/L)
DAY3: HANOI-HALONG BAY
Leave Hanoi by road for Halong Bay. Enjoy the journey through the rich farmlands of the Red River Delta and the scenery of rice fields, water buffalo and everyday Vietnamese village life. Arrive in Halong and board the Huong Hai or Bai Tho traditional sailing junk. Whilst cruising the exquisite waters sample the regions fresh seafood. Visit the recently discovered Surprise Grotto with its great views, and on the next island see the yawning mouth of Bo Nau Cave. Alternatively journey to Dau Go Cave and nearby see the famous stalagmites and stalactites of Thien Cung Cave. Enjoy a swim in the emerald waters of Halong Bay at any spot that you wish to visit. Watch the sun set over the bay whilst enjoying a delicious dinner. Overnight on board junk (B/L/D)
DAY4: HALONG BAY-HANOI
Wake up to fresh coffee and a wholesome breakfast before cruising back to Halong City. En route the junk weaves through strange-shaped rock formations that invite comparisons from fighting cocks to dragons and even General de Gaulle’s nose! After another wonderful fresh seafood lunch on board disembark at the dock at Halong City. Transfer back to Hanoi by road and transfer to hotel on arrival (B/L/D)
DAY5: HANOI-CAM RANH-NHA TRANG BEACH CITY
Cam Ranh airport is away 37 Km from Nha Trang, Pick up upon arrival then transfer to your hotel for check in, free on your own of exploration the city or swimming in a near by beach. Over night in Nha Trang.
DAY6: MONKEY ISLAND-WATERFALL-BEACH
8:00 am: The tour will depart from your hotel to Monkey Island. We will take a 15 minute boat ride to the island where you can see over 1000 monkeys in their natural habitat. Try spotting the King of the Monkey’s. Explore the island; either by hand feed the monkeys. Animal’s shows are also performed on the island.
10:00 am: Leave Monkey Island to Ba Ho Waterfall (“three lakes”), where you can climb the rocks and dive into the crystal clear waters. If you are daring, leap from the highest peak!!!
12:30 pm: Lunch at Wind Restaurant, enjoy a selection of traditional Vietnamese food.
2:00 pm: We visit Doc Let Beach, one of Vietnam’s most stunning beaches, with its blue waters and chaulk-white sands. Cheap seafood is available from the restaurant and there are romantic bungalows for anyone who would like to extend their stay overnight.
4:00 pm: Back to Nha Trang. On our return journey, you can see the salt fields at Ninh Dien and take photos of the striking countryside landscapes.(L)
5:00 pm: Return to your hotel.
DAY7: NHA TRANG ISLAND TOUR
Experience the cost of Nha Trang aboard a boat as we set out in the morning at 9am, for our first stop at the aquarium .We then head out to Tam Island where you have the chance for swimming and snorkeling in the crystal clear waters. There is a choice of water sports. From here we continue to Mini Island where you have the choice of relaxing on the beach or for the energetic. Our lunch is at the fishing village of Lang Chai where we have time to explore before boarding our boat back to Nha Trang harbor at early this afternoon. Overnight in Nha Trang. (L)
DAY8: COUNTRYSIDE-YANGBAY WATERFALL
Depart at 9 am. An occasion for you to meet local people in villages how to earn a living, view the highlight, of green rice fields, orchards, natural settings. Especially, the sight of farmers and buffaloes at work. The car takes you to the countryside to see:
Rice paper making: One of the most typical food from rice steamed and processed into round piece dried in the sun on the bamboo brackets that are on sale in the inns or shops.
Conical hat making village: Manual skill work by women, it’s also your gift for your friends when toward home.
Charcoal stove making village: Considered as kitchen God to all Vietnamese, so there’s one stove in every family although gas cookers have been used abundantly nowadays. Tourists are told the legend of kitchen God by craftsmen to experience the fire culture in Viet Nam.
Bakery: Crucial food of Vietnamese is rice but since French rule up to now bread is also a big want as well, especially for breakfast, supper… How to make bread could be viewed at the site by hand and you’re welcomed with the fresh bread. On the way to Yang bay Waterfall; stop at the village of Raglai Ethnic Minority (offer candies, noodles to minority children as charity). Visit a crocodile farm. Tourists will have thrilling moments watching the foaming cascade tumble down in a great tumult. A picnic trip for those who love the nature and beautiful outdoors. Tourists will certainly have thrilling moments watching the foaming cascade tumble down in a great tumult, sending its mysterious sound far into the sylvan wilderness, the water vapor and humid exhalations from the wet rocks will make you shiver in amused complacency. The scenery is bathed in a more serene quiet and one seems to be lost into a fairyland. A place where you can completely swallow yourself to be a part of nature. Breath fresh air from surrounding jungles. Springs and waterfall add to the majesty of the mountains. You will leave feelings relaxed and refreshed by the sounds and glory of nature. Take photos of Dien Khanh Citadel. (L)
DAY9: RIVER TOUR & MUD BATH
After breakfast in the hotel, this morning we will drive for the CAI River to observe the peaceful life of the villages along Nha Trang’s waterway. The trip begins with a visit to the Ponaga Temples. An outstanding example of Cham architecture, situated on Mount Cu Lao this hillside offers panoramic views of the surrounding Tourists can enjoy coconut on Coconut Island. From here board the riverboat for the leisurely cruise visiting a wide range of local handicrafts in production. Take a horse carriage to go around the countryside, tourists can experience, make acquaintance with local people and see many things.
Rush mat weaving: Rush mat weaving: How different it is for your bed equipments in different weather, view material and weaving. Mat is popular to all people in tropical weather. Tourists can try weaving.
Ancient house: 170 years ago, all Vietnamese houses built like this style. The layout is for 3 apartments by the 2 wings in which the middle one to worship ancestors with full – decoration of the altar while either sides for bedrooms. The architecture is very typical of 36 pillars and roofed of zin and Zen tiles with a court at front for bonsai and planters in an exuberant orchard, succeeded 5 generations to live in the house.
Relax at the hot spring center for mud bath. Before returning to the hotel enjoys a sumptuous lunch at a riverside restaurant. An unforgettable cultural experience. (L)
DAY1O: NHA TRANG-SAIGON CITY
Free at leisure till transfer to the airport for flight to bustling Saigon. Upon arrival, meet and transfer to the hotel for fresh up, then joining our city tour to visit Saigon’s history landmarks including the old Saigon post office, Notre dame cathedral, former presidential palace, war remnant museum and the Chinese district of cholon to enjoy the bustling wholesale quarter of Saigon. Overnight in Saigon. (B)
DAY11: CU CHI-MY THO (MEKONG DELTA)
After breakfast, depart at 7am from hotel, driving through a typical southern Vietnamese countryside to cu chi district, upon arrival in cu chi. we experience ourselves the underground village built by cu chi guerrilla fighters, remain of a real bloody battle field which is simply a network of tunnels built during the long years of wars. continue onto the Hau nghia, Duc Hoa route to take a shortcut to highway1 to my tho in the Mekong delta, driving past paddy fields and tributaries. Have lunch with Mekong delta specialties at Ngoc Gia Trang restaurant. After lunch. Board our private motorized boat for a river cruise on the upper part of Mekong River for a taste of agriculture life on the mighty Mekong River. disembark the boat strolling around the colorful My tho wholesale fruit market to enjoy the bustle local daily life, continue your ride upstream stopping en route at a boat building family factory and end at thoi son 5 island , walk through the lush orchards with tropical fruits. Opportunity to taste diverse types of Mekong delta fruit while enjoying traditional music. Shuttle back to the pier. drive back to Saigon and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Saigon hotel. (B/L)
DAY12: DEPARTURE SAIGON
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for flight onwards home. End of services. (B)
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
Hotel Conditions:
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City
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First Class: 4 stars
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Superior: 3 stars
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Hanoi
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Flower Garden
(Superior Room)
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Hanoi Capital
(Superior Room)
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Nha Trang
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Yasaka
Senior Deluxe Room
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Que Huong
Deluxe Room
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HCM City
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Rex Saigon
(Superior Room)
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Elios Saigon
(Standard Room)
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Tour Cost:
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Hotel Category
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Tour costs in USD /Per person in group of
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Single supplement
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1
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2
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4
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First Class:
4 stars
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2254
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1352
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1211
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516
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Superior Class:
3 stars
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1667
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1059
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918
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223
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+ Validity to 31st Mar 2009
INCLUSION:
All transportation and transfers
Flights from Hanoi- Nha Trang, Nha Trang-Saigon (Eco Class)
private room on boat in Halong Bay (twin share basis)
private boat with sampan trip in Mekong Delta
English speaking guide, One in North, one in Central, One in South
All accommodation based on twin share basis with daily breakfast
Meals as indicated in tour itinerary.jpg)
Relevant permits and fees
Free of Visa
EXCLUSION:
International flights
International departure tax
Visa fees
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Pre and post trip accommodation in Hanoi
Tips and gratuitie
Useful Information:
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++ Map of Vietnam, Please click here!
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PhanThiet|Muine|Vungtau|KienGiang|Phuquoc|Tayninh|Vinhlong|Travinh|Dongthap|Tiengiang|
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