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# Vietnam Discovery

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### Vietnam Discovery

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- 11 Days / 9 Nights

Bright green rice paddies, aquamarine bays, colonial history, and ornate temples: Vietnam lays out an enticing array of wares while drenching them in warm sunshine. Our 11-night tour leaves none of this welcoming country’s principal stones unturned; ensuring you discover all the highlights in one adventure. Soak up the tree-shaded elegance of Hanoi, sail among the pinnacles of Halong Bay, admire the carved wooden halls of Hoi An, and discover bustling Ho Chi Minh City—formerly Saigon—before finishing with boat rides around the canals, stilted houses, and fruit orchards of the verdant Mekong Delta.

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- Hanoi (2 nights)
- Halong Bay (1 night)
- Hue (2 nights)
- Hoi An (2 nights)
- Ho Chi Minh City (2 nights)

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### Itinerary at a glance

DAY 1
Depart USA
DAY 2
Arrive Hanoi
DAY 3
Hanoi
DAY 4
Hanoi - Halong - Cruise
DAY 5
Cruise - Halong - Hanoi - Hue
DAY 6
Hue
DAY 7
Hue - Danang - Hoi An
DAY 8
Hoi An
DAY 9
Hoi An - Danang - Ho Chi Minh (Saigon)
DAY 10
Ho Chi Minh (Saigon) - Mekong River Islands
DAY 11
Ho Chi Minh (Saigon) - USA
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Hanoi

Halong Bay

Hue

Hoi An

Ho Chi Minh City

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## Itinerary

Hanoi (2 nts) Halong bay (1 nt) Hue (2 nts) Hoi an (2 nts) Ho chi minh city (2 nts)

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DAY
1
Depart USA: Fly to Vietnam
Fly to Hanoi, Vietnam’s vibrant capital.
DAY
2
Arrive Hanoi: Arrival & Leisure Time
Arrive Hanoi and meet your expert guide and transfer to the hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to relax or start exploring this compelling city, which blends the mystique of yesteryear with modern-day architecture.

Included

Accommodation

La Siesta Premium Hang Be or Similar (Standard room)

★ ★ ★ ★

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi or Similar (Standard Room) DELUXE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

DAY
3
Hanoi: Full Day City Tour + Water Puppet Show
Vietnam’s second largest city, Hanoi has been occupied by the French, Chinese and Japanese through it 1,000-year history and boasts tree-lined boulevards, busy markets and colonial buildings that all demand exploration. Today, visit the Ho Chi Minh Memorial to see Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, and peer into the Stilt House where the revered Vietnamese spiritual leader lived from 1958 to 1969. Other must-sees include Temple of Literature and Museum of Ethnology. After lunch, visit Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple and pass colonial landmarks such as the Opera House and St Joseph's Cathedral. Finish your day with a colorful water puppet performance.

Included

Accommodation

La Siesta Premium Hang Be or Similar (Standard room)

★ ★ ★ ★

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi or Similar (Standard Room) DELUXE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch, Dinner

DAY
4
Hanoi - Halong - Cruise: Transfer to Halong Bay + Overnight Cruise
Today, gaze out over rural Vietnam as we drive to UNESCO-listed Halong Bay, a spectacular bay dotted with over 1,000 limestone islands. On arrival, transfer to a junk boat, your comfortable floating home for an overnight cruise. Enjoy a welcome drink and lunch on board as you sail past islands, fishing villages and craggy caves. Explore Sung Sot Cave, hiking up and down 600 steps to the magnificent limestone formations of the biggest cave in Halong Bay. Snap photos of the sublime scenery and return to the vessel to join the cooking demonstration with the cruise’s chef. Savor the meal on board tonight before retiring to your deluxe cabin.

Included

Accommodation

Paradise Elegance Cruise or Similar (Standard Twin)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Paradise Legacy Halong Cruise or Similar (Standard Room) DELUXE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch, Dinner

DAY
5
Cruise - Halong - Hanoi - Hue: Morning Cruise + Fly to Hue
Rise early for a Tai Chi session on deck: the perfect opportunity to prepare for the day and admire a breathtaking sunrise over Halong’s waters. Before breakfast , relax on board or go visit the Titov Island. Back on board to enjoy the breakfast as we cruise back to dock. Disembark and bid farewell to Halong as we travel back to Hanoi and fly to Hue, Vietnam’s former capital, for a two-night stay.

Included

Accommodation

Silk Path Grand Hue or Similar (Standard Room)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Azerai Residence Hue or Similar (Standard Room) DELUXE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Dinner

DAY
6
Hue: Half Day Tour + Leisure Time
Today, enjoy a boat ride along the Perfume River, stopping at Hue’s iconic Thien Mu Pagoda and the Imperial Tomb of Minh Mang, a complex of temples, courtyards and pavilions in gorgeous countryside. Return to Hue to visit the Imperial Citadel, a vast complex reminiscent of Beijing’s Forbidden City, and a seat of power in ancient times. Despite war damage, there is still much to be seen here, including the Flag Tower, Ngo Mon Gate and the Dien Tho and Thai Hoa palaces, all framed by lotus ponds and all fascinating insights into the court life of the Nguyen Dynasty.

Included

Accommodation

Silk Path Grand Hue or Similar (Standard Room)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Azerai Residence Hue or Similar (Standard Room) DELUXE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch

DAY
7
Hue - Danang - Hoi An: Scenic Transfer to Hoi An + City Orientation
After breakfast, travel through jaw-dropping mountain and coastal scenery to Danang, one of Vietnam’s fastest growing cities. Visit the Cham Museum to admire its valuable Cham sculptures, and glimpse Non Nuoc Bay, a favorite hangout of US soldiers during the Vietnam War. Continuing southward, stop on route at the Marble Mountains: five cave-riddled hills that rear sharply from rice fields. Later, arrive in Hoi An, your base for two nights, and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant tonight.

Included

Accommodation

Boutique Hoi An Resort or Similar (Standard Twin)

★ ★ ★ ★

Hoi An Allegro or Similar (Standard Room) DELUXE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch, Dinner

DAY
8
Hoi An: Walking Tour + Afternoon at Leisure
A thriving mercantile port between the 15th and 19th centuries, the old riverside town of Hoi An enjoys UNESCO World Heritage status for its beautifully preserved shophouses, temples, assembly halls and bridges. The walking tour including the Japanese Covered Bridge, the Tran Family Chapel, an 200-year-old place for worship for the Tran clan to pray for their ancestors, and the ornate Phuoc Kien Assembly Hall, a 17th-century meeting place for the Fukian Chinese community. Enjoying the afternoon at leisure

Included

Accommodation

Boutique Hoi An Resort or Similar (Standard Twin)

★ ★ ★ ★

Hoi An Allegro or Similar (Standard Room) DELUXE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel

DAY
9
Hoi An - Danang - Ho Chi Minh (Saigon): Fly to Ho Chi Minh + Half Day Tour
Transfer to Danang airport and fly to Ho Chi Minh City, better known as Saigon, for two nights. Conquered by the French in the 19th century, this intoxicating city still sports boulevards and grand European buildings — colonial vestiges that contrast starkly with its now predominantly Buddhist culture and booming capitalist-driven economy. Today, our guided tour of the historic center showcases Dong Khoi Street, formerly the Rue Catinat and the ornate City Hall, Opera House, Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office. Afterward, visit the Reunification Palace and haunting War Remnants Museum before a visit to the sparkling Emperor of Jade Pagoda.

Included

Accommodation

Liberty Central Saigon Riverside or similar (Standard room)

★ ★ ★ ★

The Reverie Saigon Hotel or Similar (Standard Room) DELUXE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch, Dinner

DAY
10
Ho Chi Minh (Saigon) - Mekong River Islands: Full Day Mekong Delta Excursion
Today, explore the Mekong Delta, where lush islands dot the estuary of the 3,000-mile river. Your destination is Ben Tre, a province laced with the Mekong’s tributaries and filled with orchards, rice paddies and coconut groves. Learn how the coconut juice here is considered Vietnam’s best, and discover how the locals use coconuts to make household items. Hop on a bike to cycle along leafy pathways, and visit a village home to learn about local life and work. Continue cycling before taking a rowboat ride along canals past rustic houses and fields. Lastly, transfer to a motorboat and after lunch, visit a workshop to see coconut sweets and rice paper being crafted.

Included

Accommodation

Liberty Central Saigon Riverside or similar (Standard room)

★ ★ ★ ★

The Reverie Saigon Hotel or Similar (Standard Room) DELUXE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Meals

Breakfast at hotel, Lunch, Dinner

DAY
11
Ho Chi Minh (Saigon) - USA: Depart from Vietnam
Today, transfer to the airport for your return flight.

Included

Meals

Breakfast at hotel

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## Inclusion

### Inclusions

Specialist English speaking local guides in each city

Vietnam domestic air tickets from Hanoi - Hue and Danang - Ho Chi Minh City

Comprehensive sightseeing tours including entrance fees
Hanoi - Sightseeing and Entertainment of a Traditional Water Puppet Show
Hue - City Tour & Excursions to the Old Imperial City and Thien Mu Pagoda with A Side Trip On Boat
Hoi An - Walking tour
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) - Sightseeing including a Boat Trip exploring the Mekong River Islands, and a Sampan Ride through the tiny waterways
Halong Bay - Traditional Boat Cruise & Sightseeing around the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong Bay

Round trip airport transfers on arrival in Hanoi and departure in Saigon (with purchase of a Land & Air Package)

Comfortable air-conditioned tour coach with professional service of drivers
Guaranteed departure with a minimum of 6 guests

9 hotel or cruise ship breakfasts, 6 restaurant or cruise ship lunches, 6 hotel or restaurant or cruise ship dinners including 1 special banquet farewell dinner in Ho Chi Minh City

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Private tour for 10+ Passengers: No Additional cost. Please Contact US for booking

## Hotels

### Where you could stay

Hanoi

### La Siesta Premium Hang Be or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★

The imposing white façade of La Siesta Premium 27 Hang Be Street overlooks one of Hanoi Old Quarter’s vibrant streets. In ancient times, this was where ‘be’ – a very basic type of wooden boat – was traded. Now the Street is buzzing with a myriad of cafes, restaurants, tailoring shops and traditional souvenir stalls. La Siesta Premium Hang Be embodies classic charm with Asian touches, traditional features and elegant period furnishings creating harmony and balance. A calm neutral color scheme enhanced with splashes of warm colors and mood lighting makes it a tranquil place to relax.

Hanoi

### Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Deluxe

Located in the heart of the city, Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi is an iconic award-winning luxury hotel adjacent to the Old Quarter. Blending colonial heritage with neo-classical luxury and a dash of modernity, you'll find a romantic elegance and ambience that you're unlikely to experience anywhere else. Situated in the heart of Hanoi, Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi has been the capital's legendary landmark since 1901. Only a minute's walk from the Opera House and Hoan Kiem lake, the hotel has a long tradition as a luxury venue for prestigious events.

Halong Bay

### Paradise Elegance Cruise or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

A sleek, modern vessel that fuses contemporary styling with Vietnamese design concepts, the Paradise Elegance is a meticulously designed steel boat that has reimagined luxury cruising on Ha Long. Boasting a piano bar, day spa, butler service and the full range of dining options, the Elegance is a work of art, the experience exquisite, the journey flawless. Let's experience the beauty of Vietnam's nature by Halong Bay Cruise Luxury

Halong Bay

### Paradise Legacy Halong Cruise or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Deluxe

A modern steel vessel blending contemporary elegance with the rich heritage of Tonkin, the Paradise Legacy redefines luxury cruising in Halong Bay. Featuring the Elegance Restaurant connecting Delight Lounge, a spacious sundeck, and a multi-sensory dining experience, Paradise Legacy is a masterpiece of hospitality, offering an unparalleled journey through the breathtaking seascapes of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Hue

### Silk Path Grand Hue or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel lies in the midst of the former royal capital, on the bank of An Cuu River. Inspired by the rich history of the royal city dotted with palaces and courts of the Nguyen Dynasty, the hotel blends European-style architecture with intricate Imperial-style décor for an immersive and distinctive guest experience.

Hue

### Azerai Residence Hue or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Deluxe

Set on a two and a half-hectare site along the legendary Perfume River, Azerai La Residence, Hue has 122 rooms & suites. The colonial mansion at the heart of the resort was built in 1930s as part of the residence of the French Resident Superieure. The mansion’s distinctive façade, its long horizonal lines and nautical flourishes are hallmark of the streamline moderne school of art deco architecture. Its two complementary wings, built in 2005, are contemporary in design yet echo elements of art deco aesthetics and embrace an expansive tropical garden and salt-water swimming pool.

Hoi An

### Boutique Hoi An Resort or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★

Explore the rich heritage of Hoi An at Boutique Hoi An Resort. Discover authentic Vietnamese cuisine and hospitality, unwind in the swimming pool surrounded by lush tropical gardens or indulge in a massage at our hotel spa. Our villas are directly on the beach facing the sea with large terraces for the ultimate in privacy and relaxation.

Hoi An

### Hoi An Allegro or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Deluxe

Situated at the heart of the locale, Allegro Hoi An also exemplifies the heart of Hoianese people: hospitable, honest and welcoming. We love to share the hidden beauty of this ancient town while providing you with upscale comforts and the ideal ambience to unwind and absorb Hoi An’s peaceful pace of life.

Ho Chi Minh City

### Liberty Central Saigon Riverside or similar

★ ★ ★ ★

Located in the heart of Central District, Liberty Central Saigon Riverside welcomes you to a place where comfort and convenience exist in a perfect balance, along with spectacular views of Saigon River. Liberty Central Saigon Riverside benefits from its central location right in front of Saigon River and only a few steps away from the well-known Nguyen Hue walking street. Ho Chi Minh City at its most dizzying: a high-octane city of commerce and culture that has driven the country forward with its pulsating energy. It is a popular tourist destination due to its fascinating culture, classic French architecture, and sleek skyscrapers as well as ornate temples and pagodas.

Ho Chi Minh City

### The Reverie Saigon Hotel or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Deluxe

Taking pride of place on the topmost floors of the landmark Times Square Building in prestigious District 1, the much-lauded hotel presents world-class hospitality with its impeccable service and its unique celebration of haute Italian design and inimitable luxury. Transcending expectations of place to a modern day exploration of fanciful splendour, the sky-high Reverie Saigon offers an incomparable perspective on the city with its spectacular views. There is only one Saigon, and there is only one Reverie – culminating in one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic and colourful destinations.

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Hanoi • Halong Bay • Hue • Hoi An • Ho Chi Minh City

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