Vietnam Grand Discovery 17 Days

Day 1: Hanoi Welcoming
After arriving in Hanoi, our tour guide will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. 14:00 is the check-in time at the hotel. If you want an early check-in time, there will be an additional fee.
You can spend the rest of the day resting or joining some typical Vietnamese activities. Here are our recommendations:
Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour FROM US $29 /pax
Inside Hanoi on Jeep Half Day FROM US $60 /pax

Day 2: Daytour Around Hanoi - Night Train To Lao Cai
Embark on your Hanoi City exploration from 8:00 to 8:30 AM with a friendly guide. Begin at Tran Quoc Pagoda on Golden Fish Island, Hanoi's oldest pagoda dating back to the 6th century. Discover the Ho Chi Minh complex, including his embalmed body, residences from 1954 to 1969, and the unique One Pillar Pagoda. Dive into Vietnamese culture at the Vietnam Ethnology Museum, showcasing the nation's 54 ethnic groups. Savor an authentic lunch with 8 Vietnamese dishes at our restaurant. Visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's inaugural university from the 11th century. Conclude your journey at Hoa Lo Prison Museum, notable for housing political and U.S. war prisoners during the Vietnam War. The tour wraps up as you return to your hotel.
Evening
Prepare your belongings before 21:00, the time you are transferred to the Hanoi train station. The train departure time to Lao Cai is about 21:35.
NOTE:
• Our tour guide will not follow you to the train. and the train timetable may not stay the same.
• Share sleeping compartments overnight (Each compartment has 2 lower & 2 upper berths).
• Don't hesitate to get in touch with us if you want private compartments with an additional charge.

 

Day 3: Lao Cai - Road Transfer To Sapa - Hill Tribe Villages (Picnic Lunch)
Upon arriving at Lao Cai train station, you can take a tourist-shared bus for a one-hour journey to Sapa town. If possible, early check-in might be available, subject to room occupancy (additional charges may apply). At 09:30, your trekking adventure commences, leading you through the remote villages of North Vietnam. Your first destination is Y Linh Ho village, a hidden gem nestled within the picturesque Muong Hoa Valley. En route, you'll be treated to the captivating sight of lush terraced fields and sprawling cornfields. Next, a stop at Lao Chai village, inhabited by the Giay and Black H'Mong ethnic groups. This village has gained popularity on platforms like Instagram due to its rustic natural beauty and the warm hospitality of its people.
Come afternoon, you'll explore Ta Van Village, an enchanting and enigmatic landscape in Sapa. This serene location offers solace to those seeking retreat, with the gentle murmur of streams and the melodious songs of birds in the background. As the trekking tour concludes, return to your hotel in Sapa, where you can unwind for the remainder of the day, indulging in relaxation and rejuvenation.

 

Day 4: Cat Cat - Sin Chai Village - Hanoi - Road transfer

You will check out after breakfast at the hotel. Around 08:00, begin an excursion to the most beautiful and poetic secluded villages in Sapa - Cat Cat Village, where Mong ethnic has lived and worked recently.
Have a picnic lunch near the riverside and take a short rest before the afternoon trip.
Go on walking to Sin Chai Village, a village of the Red Dao individuals at the foot of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range. Know more about the North’s culture by witnessing the local people in their embroidered garments and silver jewelry.
Return to the main route for the transfer to Sapa town on a jeep (approximately 3 km). About 15:00 - 15:30: The driver will pick you up to go back to the hotel in Hanoi. You will arrive in the capital at 21:30 - 22:00, and have free time at leisure for the rest of the day

Day 5: Fullday Hoa Lu - Tam Coc Tour (Join-in)
About 07:15 - 07:45: Travel to Ninh Binh after having breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy the peaceful sceneries of the countryside along the way
Savour the fresh air in the middle of immense rice fields while taking a relaxing boat tour in Ninh Binh. You will go along the Ngo Dong River in Tam Coc on a small boat rowing by local people and enjoy its marvelous landscapes for 2 hours
After having lunch at a local restaurant, you can do some optional activities such as fishing, visiting local people, riding a bicycle around town, etc. (These activities change every day)
Gain new knowledge about Vietnamese history by paying a visit to King Dinh Temple and King Le Temple, which are all in Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
Come back to Hanoi after the tour. Upon arrival at your hotel, you are free to relax and rest

Day 6 - Day 7: Halong Overnght Cruise
A 2 day 1 night cruise trip to Halong Bay will be a compact way to experience this world's wonder. With a 2 day trip, you will have the opportunity to visit some of the most highlighted parts of the Bay such as Titov Island or Surprise Cave, with a number of activities such as swimming, kayaking or rowing a local sampan. Be ready to revel in the natural splendour of World Heritage Site with numerous karst cliffs, alluring islands, blue sky, and secluded & emerald beaches. Indulge yourself in the culinary heaven of not only Vietnamese cuisine but also Western and Asia flavour. And, leave your worries behind to soak in the deep blue sea waters and enjoy kayaking
At noon, you will be picked up from the cruise port to the airport for your next flight to Da Nang. When you come to Da Nang Airport, you will be picked up and transferred to the hotel you booked in Hoi An Town.
Check in at the hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure
Day 8: Hoi An Acient Town and My Son Sanctuary
Spend the day exploring My Son Sanctuary on this guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, head to the UNESCO-designated site of My Son, a collection of abandoned Hindu temples where the ancient Champa dynasties held religious ceremonies. Get an up-close view of dozens of towers and lush green hills, learn about the site from a knowledgeable local guide, and enjoy relaxing a boat ride on the Thu Bon river
In the afternoon free or discover Hoi An with a own walking tour. Discover the charming, old-world trading port of narrow streets and traditional houses, former merchants’ homes, the town’s iconic 400-year old Japanese Covered Bridge and the colorful market where an array of fresh ingredients are on offer.

Day 9: Hoi An Free time
Today your free day to explore Hoi An Ancient Town by yourself. You can choose among these optional tours:
• Hoi An Vespa Tour Half Day FROM US $110 /
• Life as A Farmer in Cam Thanh Village FROM US $79 /pax
• Hoi An Memories Show FROM US $24 /pax
• Bana Hill and Golden Bridge FROM 59USD/pax

Day 10: Hoi An Transfer to Hue
08:00 or 13:30: You can choose morning or afternoon to be picked up to Hue via Hai Van Pass. For witnessing scenery and photographing, the shuttle bus will make several stops during the transfer (The admission fee is not included).
When you arrive in Hue City, it’s time for you to check in at the hotel and rest.

Day 11: Hue Imperial Sightseeing Tour (Lunch)
Visit Thien Mu Pagoda, which can be called Pagoda of the Celestial Lady, is one of the most ancient pagodas in Hue featuring wonderful royal architecture.
Explore Imperial Citadel and its delicate architecture created by skillful Vietnamese artisans, where the Nguyen Dynasty ruled for more than 100 years.
Go shopping for some souvenirs and try local cuisine at Dong Ba Market, as well as witness the local people’s life here.
Come back to your hotel and relax for the rest of the day.

Day 12: Hue - Fly To Ho Chi Minh - Halfday City Tour
After savoring your breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the airport for a flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival at the airport in Sai Gon, you will move to your hotel to do some check-in procedures and have a nap before the afternoon tour
Afternoon
13:30: The friendly tour guide will take you to visit the most important historical sites of Ho Chi Minh City:
• Witness countless documents and artifacts about the Vietnam War to know more about the country’s history at War Remnants Museum
• Pay a visit to the Reunification Palace, which served as the workplace of the president of the Republic of Vietnam. Gain knowledge about Vietnam's history, each room’s purposes and its elegant design
• Feel the colonial architecture vibe of Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral (currently under renovation) and Old Post Office, which are all located on Cong Xa Paris Street, District 1
At the end of the journey, you will explore Vietnamese culture and daily life while passing by a local market.

Day 13: Mekong Delta - Can Tho (Join-in)
A smooth one-and-half-hour bus ride through rice field scenery along National Highway 1 brings you to the beautiful rural district of Trung Luong. On arrival at My Tho, after visiting Vinh Trang pagoda, take a motor boat to enter My Tho city through Bao Dinh natural canal. Take a leisurely cruise on the Tien River to view the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands. Take 30 min cycling around a village in Mekong Delta before enjoy lunch at the local restaurant, then visit the coconut candy mill and take an amazing rowing boat trip along the small canal on a hand-rowed sampan under the shadow of the water coconut trees along natural canals. Then enjoy seasonal fruit & honey tea to the sound of "Southern Vietnamese folk music", performed by locals. Meet at the bus and return to Ho Chi Minh City. This trip provides a fascinating insight into daily life in the Mekong Delta and you are guaranteed to take home your own private collection of beautiful memories.
Overnight at your chosen hotel in Can Tho.

Day 14: Cai Rang Floating Market - Phu Quoc
The guide will pick you up at 07:30 to go to Cai Rang Floating Market, a unique place you should visit once (The time to go to Cai Rang will depend on the time of the market)
Head to a house in Nha Be to see how locals make glass noodles, then you will get on a local boat to enjoy tropical fruits
10:30: Return to the hotel to check out and will be transferred to the airport. Upon arrival at the airport in Phu Quoc, you will be picked up by a driver and taken to the hotel that you have reserved in Phu Quoc.
After settling into the hotel, take the rest of the day to unwind and relax.

Day 15 - Day 16: FreeDay in Phu Quoc
The day 15 and 16 of this package is up to you. It's time for you to get away from the pressure of life. You can explore the stunning scenery and serene life in Phu Quoc by yourself or consider our optional trips below:
Sightseeing in The South – Hon Thom Island full day FROM US $78 /pax
Phu Quoc 3 Islands Snorkeling Full Day FROM US $44 /pax
Phu Quoc Island Night Fishing Trip FROM US $176 /pax
Phu Quoc Cable Car Ticket FROM US $25 /pax

Day 17: Phu Quoc Departure
After enjoying your breakfast at the hotel, you are transferred to the airport for departure. The trip ends here, hope you will have memorable experiences!

INCLUSION

• Air-conditioned vehicles with experienced driver
• English speaking licensed guide
• All admission fees as mentioned in the program
• VAT 7% and all Government taxes (no service charge)
• Accomodation based on twin/double/Triple sharing room

EXCLUSIONS

• Lunch meal
• Food and drinks
• Travel insurances
• Gratuities
• Sinlge Suplement