Essential Vietnam: Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An & Hanoi

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Amazing Experience

Overview

  • Discover Ho Chi Minh City’s wartime history at the Cu Chi Tunnels and Reunification Palace.
  • Stroll through Hoi An’s charming old town and join a riverboat cooking class with local ingredients.
  • Explore Hanoi’s landmarks, from Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum to the serene Temple of Literature.
  • Cruise through Halong Bay’s limestone peaks and hidden coves on an unforgettable overnight voyage.
  • Experience Vietnam’s perfect balance of history, culture, and breathtaking natural beauty.

 

Trip Includes

  • Private arrival airport transfer in Ho Chi Minh City
  • Private departure airport transfer in Hanoi
  • Private transportation/transfers as per itinerary
  • 2 nights first-class accommodations in Ho Chi Minh City
  • 2 nights first-class accommodations in Hoi An
  • 3 nights moderate accommodations in Hanoi
  • Private-guided Full Day Cu Chi and Ho Chi Minh City Tour in Ho Chi Minh City
  • Private-guided Evening Food Tour by Vespa in Hoi An
  • Private-guided Full Day Hanoi City Tour in Hanoi
  • Shared Full Day Halong Bay Tour on traditional Junk including Lunch Tour in Hanoi
  • Breakfast daily (excluding day 1), 3 Lunches, 1 Dinner

 

Trip Excludes

  • Travel insurance
  • International, domestic airfare & airfare taxes
  • Meals and beverages not explicitly listed as included
  • Gratuities
  • Optional excursions
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Passport & Visa fees, if applicable

 

Summary

Terms and Conditions

Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please inquire.

 

Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Ho Chi Minh City - District One

 

Your Accommodation

Liberty Central Saigon Riverside Hotel

Located along the active Saigon River, the Liberty Central Saigon Riverside Hotel provides a romantic, tranquil vibe within an easy walk of many of the city's prominent landmarks. This award-winning hotel offers 170 comfortable, stylish rooms with city or river views. Facilities include an entire floor dedicated to health and wellness, swimming pool, in-house bistro, sky bar and restaurant.

Duration

2 Night Stay

Meal Plan

Full Breakfast

 

Liberty Central Saigon Riverside Hotel

Synonymous with the Vietnam War and a testament to the determined spirit of the Vietnamese, the underground network of passages at Cu Chi is a fascinating day trip out of the city. Work on the tunnels began during the war against the French in the 1940s and over the next 25 years as the conflict with America escalated, they were improved and expanded to create an underground city of meeting areas, storerooms, living quarters and much more. After 2-hour drive from Saigon, upon arrival, there is the option to go below the surface and visit sections of the tunnels first hand. The more adventurous may go deeper and your guide will be on hand to give guidance on the degree of expected difficulty. Return to city for lunch at a local restaurant. Starting the city tour with a visit to the historic former Presidential Palace. This landmark gained its place in history as the first North Vietnamese tanks passed by, signifying the end of the Vietnam War. Take a walk along Book Street, passing by the Notre Dame Cathedral, and stop by one of the local stands to purchase a Saigon postcard. Then visit the colonial-era Post Office, featuring classic Gothic, Renaissance, and French colonial designs. Take the opportunity to admire the stunning architecture of a bygone era and send a postcard to your family back home. Next, either walk or drive to the War Remnants Museum, primarily focuses on the Vietnam War but also showcases exhibits dating back to the French colonialist period and the first Indochina War.

Ho Chi Minh City - District One to Ho Chi Minh City Airport

 

Da Nang Airport to Hoi An - Ancient Town

 

Your Accommodation

Hoi An Historic Hotel

Established in 1991, the Hoi An Hotel is admired for its location, charm, and world-class facilities. Guests can access stunning Cua Dai beach, 4km East, by hopping on a shuttle bus that runs on the fifteen minutes. It is also a quick walk to the Old Town. Room design discards the minimalist fad of recent years. The hotel also offers use of a vast, outdoor pool with poolside recliners, Jacuzzi, tennis courts, souvenir shop and art gallery, beauty salon and tour desk.

Duration

2 Night Stay

Meal Plan

Full Breakfast

 

Hoi An Historic Hotel

This Hoi An evening tour is part night excursion, part street food adventure - an immersive way to experience the ancient town after dark, just like the locals do, all from the back of a vintage Vespa. Hop on your Vespa and dive into Hoi An’s vibrant culinary scene. Ride pillion along the riverside and weave through hidden alleyways and lively streets, seeking out beloved local dishes and authentic street food. Food and drinks are included throughout the evening, so bring a healthy appetite. The evening begins in style with handcrafted cocktails and a tasting of delicious street food to set the tone. As the lights come on across the old town, you will head out on the Vespas to sample a famous Hoi An specialty dish, enjoyed the way locals love it. From here, zip through bustling roads to a lantern-lit islet, where you will board a small boat for a leisurely cruise along the banks of the ancient town. Back on land, join the locals at a riverside spot for more tempting starters, perfectly paired with refreshing cold beers and views of the river. The journey continues to the final port of call this evening - a modern local restaurant, a welcome addition to Hoi An vibrant dining scene. Settle in to savor flavorful Vietnamese BBQ dishes. Fit to burst, you will be ridden back to your hotel or resort at the evening.

Hoi An - Ancient Town to Da Nang Airport

 

Hanoi Airport to Hanoi - Cua Nam

 

Your Accommodation

Aira Boutique Hanoi Hotel

Nestled in the lush tree-lined charming diplomatic Tran Phu Street, merely few steps from the quaint Hanoi Old Quarter, the AIRA Boutique Hanoi Hotel and Spa's signature style is perfectly suited either your upscale business stay, a pampered vacation or a romantic getaway. With 60 luxurious, elegantly appointed rooms, the hotel is large enough to offer a full array of high-end services such as 360-degree panoramic view sky bar, award-winning restaurant, bakery and coffee shop, spa service, boutique shop, a gym and all-season infinity pool, yet small enough to provide you with personalized attention you deserve. Step off the bustling streets of Hanoi and enter a serene retreat, prepare to be pampered at most.

Duration

3 Night Stay

Meal Plan

Full Breakfast

 

Aira Boutique Hanoi Hotel

Leaving Hanoi early this morning, you will be driven to Halong City, a journey time of approximately 2.5 hours. On arrival, you will transfer to a junk (a traditional sailing ship) for your cruise on Halong Bay. Translated as the Bay of Descending Dragons and located in the Gulf of Tonkin, the mystical landscapes of Halong Bay are one of Asia's most iconic sights. Some 1,600 islands and islets form a spectacular seascape of limestone pillars (known as karsts), lush islands and emerald waters and the day is spent discovering this national treasure. There will be opportunities to stop at some of the numerous grottoes and caves on the islands and explore on foot. Ascending one of the surrounding hills will afford memorable panoramic views of the verdant islands and shimmering waters below. One of the most beautiful places on earth, this magnificent feat of nature rarely fails to impress. Breath-taking beyond words, Halong Bay is justifiably one of the world's natural wonders and more than deserves its UNESCO World Heritage status. A mouth-watering lunch will be served on board during the cruise. After disembarking the boat in the afternoon you will return to Hanoi by private vehicle, where you will arrive in the early evening.

Set off today with a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, a remarkable construction where Vietnamese people express their profound love and gratitude to the great leader (closed Monday & Friday weekly and all afternoons). Then stroll around the serene grounds while learning about Ho Chi Minh's life and legacy. There is an option to visit the nearby iconic One Pillar Pagoda, built-in 1049. Continue to the Temple of Literature, a serene retreat from the busy streets outside. It is known as the first national university in Vietnam and the symbol of Vietnamese architectural values. Cap off the excursion strolling through the labyrinthine alleyways of the Old Quarters. This oldest continuously developed area of Hanoi was once an important centre of commerce where goods were sold on the street name of a particular guild. Stop at a roadside coffee shop, mingle with the locals and enjoy the daily life passing by.

Hanoi - Cua Nam to Hanoi Airport

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