6D5N
SAIGON – HANOI – NINH BINH – HALONG BAY
Hanoi and Saigon have been rivals since the French colonial period for almost a hundred years (until 1954), and alternated at various times as the capital of French Indochina. The country split in two with the French departure in 1954-56, with the north using Hanoi and the south using Saigon.
6D5N – SAIGON – HANOI – NINH BINH – HALONG BAY
Day 1 Saigon Arrival – City Tour
Day 2 Saigon – Mekong Delta – Saigon
Day 3 Saigon – Cu Chi Tunnels – Flight to Hanoi
Day 4 Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Hanoi
Day 5 Hanoi – Halong Bay Overnight Cruise
Day 6 Halong Bay – Hanoi – Departure
SAIGON – HANOI – NINH BINH – HALONG BAY
DAY 1: SAIGON ARRIVAL – CITY TOUR (-/-/-)
Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, meet local guide and transfer to your hotel.
Today, we will enjoy Saigon city tour. Visit The Independence Palace symbolizes Vietnam's victory, peace, and territorial integrity. Visit Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post Office: Built between 1877 and 1883 this is one of the best examples of classical French colonial architecture. Continue to visit Thien Hau Pagoda. Built in the early 19th century, Thien Hau pagoda is the most famous sacred place in the middle of prosperous Saigon, Vietnam. This 200-year-old temple is also a peaceful spot to pray for blessings for their families and loved ones.
End of the tour is Ben Thanh Market: This bustling market is very popular with tourists, primarily due to its central location. It has a wide selection of goods ranging from fake Nike shoes to beautiful silk Ao Dais.
Overnight in Saigon.
Note: Check-in time: 14:00. Early check-in will be surcharged
DAY 2: SAIGON – MEKONG DELTA – SAIGON (B/-/-)
Mekong delta is known as The Nine Dragon river delta since it is formed by nine rivers. The background of this area is the largest site of endless paddy fields, coconut farms, tropical gardens. Morning, drive to My Tho, known as the "rice basket" in Vietnam. Upon arrival Cruising through Mekong River, passing a fishing villages. Visiting some small islets as Turtle, Dragon, Phoenix Island,.. under a green canopy of water coconut trees. Walking through some villages to a fruit garden. Taste tropical fruits, while having live traditional music. Have honey tea. Short rowing boat ride, enjoy the nice boat ride through natural island and canals in Ben Tre under the shadow of the water coconut trees...
Return and Overnight in Saigon.
DAY 3: SAIGON – CU CHI TUNNELS – FLIGHT TO HANOI (B/-/-)
After breakfast, visitors depart to visit Cu Chi Tunnels, which is an underground defense system built by Viet Minh resistance officials from 1946 - 1948. The tunnel system includes clinics, rooms, kitchens, storage, and office. Length of about 250km, here is the Vietnam soldier’s battle base in the resistant American period. Have a short walk into the jungle to visit the traps, the secret entrance, the bunkers, and the underground hideouts. Go back to Saigon.
Transfer to Tan Son Nhat airport to take flight to Hanoi.
Arrival in Hanoi, you’ll be greeted and transfer to hotel for check-in. Free to explore Hanoi by night. Overnight in Hanoi.
DAY 4: HANOI – NINH BINH – HANOI (B/-/-)
After 90km drive south of Hanoi will lead you to Ninh Binh, the site of the one capital city of ancient Vietnam before Hanoi took its leading role in 11th century. The area is featured by lots of well-known sceneries, which includes Tam Coc and Hoa Lu ancient capital with the old temples dedicated to King Dinh & King Le reigned in 10th century. The visit in Ninh Binh starts by Hoa Lu ancient capital with Dinh & Le temples. Continue to take a boat trip in Tam Coc where spectacular limestone karsts jut out from the green paddy fields reminding about Guilin (China) and Halong Bay of Vietnam, which gives this scenery the name “Halong-bay-on-land”. Back to Hanoi.
Overnight in Hanoi.
DAY 5: HANOI – HALONG BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISE (B/L/D)
After early breakfast, the driver will pick you up at hotel then drive to the coastal port of Halong. The journey takes around four hours with a break to stretch your legs. Upon arrival in Tuan Chau Marina, embark your boat and start cruising. Halong Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site composed of almost 2,000 islands and jungle-clad limestone pillars.
After arriving at noon, you will board a beautiful boat for an overnight cruise on Halong Bay with an excellent menu of fresh seafood. Lunch and dinner are served on board.
Overnight on cruise.
DAY 6: HALONG BAY – HANOI – DEPARTURE (B/BR/-)
Wake up early in the morning to enjoy the aquamarine waters of the bay at its best. After tea/coffee and pastries have been served, the boat will continue to cruise quietly through the spectacular limestone formations of Halong Bay. Enjoy this more isolated part of the bay’s spectacular and unique islands. You will return to Halong Harbor after a very hearty brunch on board (at 12pm).
Driver will pick you up at Halong Harbor to transfer to Noi Bai international airport to catch flight
home.
SAIGON – HANOI – NINH BINH – HALONG BAY
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Hotel accommodation with breakfast (Based on Double/Twin/Triple Sharing)
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All airport-hotel-airport and tour excursion transfers
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English-speaking guide as mentioned
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Meals as mentioned
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Sightseeing tours and Cruise tour as indicated
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Mineral water 1 bottle per pax per day on car
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Package 2D1N Halong Bay overnight cruise
SAIGON – HANOI – NINH BINH – HALONG BAY
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Personal expenses such as drinks at meals,
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Issuance, Air tickets
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Upgrade meals
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Entry Visa to Vietnam for Indian passport holder
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Other not mentioned as the above
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Surcharge for compulsory insurance during travelling in Vietnam covered Covid treatment, minimum cover USD10,000: USD 3/pax/day
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Compulsory Tipping - USD 5/pax/day for FIT booking// USD 3/pax/day for GIT Booking
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Surcharge for Early Check In, Late Check Out
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Surcharge for Peak Time and Holidays
