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Highlights:
• Experience the ancient and traditional art of water puppetry in the bustling capital Hanoi
• An exploration of Ho Chi Minh City’s colonial boulevards and historic architecture
• Relax in opulent luxury at the beachfront Nam Hai Hotel near Hoi An
• Cruise through stunning Halong Bay aboard a traditional junk boat
Day by day Itinerary:
Day 01: Hanoi
You will be met by your guide when you arrive at the airport. You will then be transferred to your hotel in the heart of the city. Free time at leisure. Overnight at Conifer hotel in Hanoi
Day 02: Hanoi
Today your guide will take you on a tour of the highlights of Hanoi, including Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, the Temple of Literature and the Old Quarter. Lunch will be included at one of Hanoi’s superb local restaurants. In the evening you will experience a unique and traditionally Vietnamese performance art – water puppetry. Marvel at the craftsmanship of the colourful puppets and the skilful manoeuvring skills of the artists as they control the puppets behind a “water stage”.
Day 03: Halong Bay - Wonder of Nature
You will transfer to Halong Bay by road and board your junk boat that will take you out into the archipelago. Made up of nearly 2000 islands, Halong Bay is famed for its picturesque ocean karst topography. Cruise past craggy peaks and small, beach-fringed islands and visit glittering stalactite caves. Dinner will be served on board where you can sit back, relax and watch the sun set behind the karst peaks of the bay.
Day 04: Hue
After visiting a small fishing village in the morning, you will return back to Halong Bay harbour where your guide will meet you for your transfer back to Hanoi airport. You will then fly to Hue, where you will be met by your local guide and transferred to your hotel.
Day 05: Hue
Combine a relaxing Perfume River Cruise with some of Vietnam’s most important historical sites, including the ancient Imperial Citadel and the serene Thien Mu Pagoda. In the afternoon you will have chance to visit Tu Duc and Khai Dinh’s tombs.
Day 06: Hoi An
Travel overland to Hoi An via the Hai Van “Cloudy Pass”, a spectacular three-hour coastal drive with stunning views of the azure ocean and dazzling coastline of central Vietnam. Check in to the luxurious Nam Hai, one of Vietnam’s best hotels. Enjoy the beachside location or head into Hoi An for dinner.
Days 07 & 08: Hoi An
Two free days of leisure to enjoy the beach, Hoi An town and the good range of local restaurants.
Day 09: Saigon
Fly to Ho Chi Minh City, where you will be met by your local guide and transferred to your centrally located hotel.
Day 10: Saigon city tour
This morning you will have a guided tour of Ho Chi Minh City including visits to the neo-Romanesque Notre Dame cathedral, the fascinating History Museum and the former Presidential Palace, where you can explore the underground communication tunnels.
After lunch you will head out of the city to visit the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, a vast underground network of tunnels used by the Vietcong during the American War.
Day 11: Mekong Delta
A full day trip to the Mekong Delta region will include a transfer to Cai Be, which is known for its large floating market. Smaller sampan boats will take you on an exploration of smaller tributaries and local villages, where you can sample some local fruits.
Day 12: Fly Home
Following breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Ho Chi Minh City airport for your flight home. End of our service