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Glimpse Of Vietnam

Code : VNX : 06

Hanoi is a sacred land of Vietnam. The year 1010 then became an historical date for Hanoi and for the whole country in general.For about a thousand years, the capital was called Thang Long (Soaring Dragon), then changing to Dong Do, Dong Kinh, and finally to Hanoi, in 1831. This sacred piece of land thereafter continued to be the theatre of many fateful events. Throughout the thousand years of its eventful history, marked by destruction, wars and natural calamities, Hanoi still preserves many ancient architectural works including the Old Quarter and over 600 pagodas and temples. Famous sites include the One Pillar Pagoda (built in 1049), the Temple of Literature (built in 1070), Hanoi Citadel, Hanoi Opera House, President Ho Chi Minh?s Mausoleum... Hanoi also characteristically contains 18 beautiful lakes.

Ha Long bay is made up of 1,969 islands of various sizes, 989 of which have been given names. There are two kinds, limestone and schist, which are concentrated in two main zones the south-east (belonging to Bai Tu Long Bay), and the south-west (belonging to Ha Long Bay). The densely concentrated zone of stone islands, grottoes and caves, world famous for its spectacular scenery, forms the central zone of Ha Long bay which has been named on of UNESCO�s World heritage Sites. The bay itself has an area of 43,400ha, comprises 775 islands and forms a triangle: with the island of Dau Go (Driftwood Grotto) to the west; the lake of Ba Ham (Three Shelter Lake) to the south; and the island of Cong Tay to the east.

Tour Included :

Transportation in private air-conditioned
Domestic airticket with airport tax
Accommodation in twin shared
Boat trip as stated in above sights
English or French speaking guide
Admission fee to indicated sights
Meals: B= breakfast, L= lunch, D= dinner
Domestic gov't tax and service charge

Tour Not Included :

International air tickets to/from Vietnam
Travel Insurance in all kinds
Single room (quoted separately)
Tip, drinks, personal expenses and others not stated.

Day 1 : Hanoi Arrival (D)
On arrival at Noi Bai Airport, you are welcome and transferred to hotel. Ha Noi , Vietnam´s capital, is a stylish and gracious city that retains a unique old world charm and some Asia´s most striking colonial architecture. (If have time) we enjoy a short cycle ride around the old quarter streets. Overnight in Ha Noi.
Day 2 : Halong Bay – Hanoi (B.L.D)
After breakfast, we start our city tour with a visit to Ho Chi Minh Complex, including the mausoleum of the beloved leader Ho Chi Minh, the President Palace, Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts and the One Pillar Pagoda, origin of which date back to the foundation of Hanoi. We then continue our trip to the Temple of Literature, well known as Vietnam’s first university and the History Museum, which displays an excellent collection of artifacts illustrating the Vietnamese history. After a visit to the peaceful lake of Hoan Kiem with its sacred temple, we make our way to Halong Bay, stopping at pottery village. Overnight in Ha Long.
Day 3 : Halong Bay – Hanoi (B.L.D)
Today, we embark on a boat cruising around Halong Bay, truly one of Vietnam’s most impressive scenic sights. A five -hour cruise provides a fantastic view of the magnificent bay, dotted with some 3,000 - limestone islands rising amazingly from the clear and emerald water. Along the way, we will anchor for a leisurely swim in a secluded cove and an enjoyable visit to one of many beautiful caves. A seafood lunch on board is some of excitement of the trip. We then return to Ha Noi, arriving in time to watch an evening performance of Ha Noi’s famous water puppetry artists. Overnight in Hanoi
Day 4 : Hanoi – Sai Gon (B.L.D)
Morning take flight to Ho Chi Minh City, still called Saigon by many locals, is crowded with bikes and motorbikes, excited by numerous shopping area and sidewalk cafés. A half-day sightseeing tour takes us in the Reunification Palace, which was the former residence of the President of South Vietnam until end of April 1975, and some French colonial structures including the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Saigon Post Office. After seeing the Jade Emperor Pagoda and the War Remnant, we continue our trip on to the bustling Ben Thanh Market where anything and everything is for sale. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 5: Ho Chi Minh – MeKong Delta (B.L.D)
Heading out of town, we travel by road to My Tho Province. On arrival, we embark on a boat navigating around the small canals in the Mekong Delta, which is a great way to observe the local lifestyles close - up. We pass through the lush green vegetation before arriving at an orchard where there are some opportunities to visit the various fascinating local industries. After feasting on a huge lunch followed with seasonal fruits, we return to Ho Chi Minh, stopping off along the way to see the beautiful Ving Trang Pagoda and the Cho Lon, Saigon’s Chinatown, which is crammed with fascinating temples and mysterious, narrow lanes. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Day 6 : Ho Chi Minh – Departure (B.)
There is a free time to relax or further explore Ho Chi Minh. The tour ends after your transfer to Tan San Nhat Airport for departure.