Highlights
- Where: A 12-day tour of Vietnam.
- What's included: 3*, 4* or 5* accommodation, selected meals, transfers and internal flights.
- Hotels: Include the 4* Moonlight Hue and 5* Sunrise Premium Resort.
- Tour highlights: Visit Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Ha Long Bay, My Son, Mekong Delta, Cai Be, Binh Hoa Phuoc, Cu Chi and more!
- Travel period: Valid for travel until 31st December 2018 (see Fine Print for details).
Steeped in history and renowned for its breathtakingly diverse landscape, why not take on a new adventure and explore the stunning scenery of Vietnam with today's deal?
We're offering you a 12-day Vietnam tour with 3* accommodation for £469pp, with 4* accommodation from £699pp or with 5* accommodation from £959pp.
Astonishingly exotic and utterly compelling, Vietnam is a country of breathtaking natural beauty with an incredible heritage. Unforgettable experiences are everywhere in Vietnam, from gazing over a surreal seascape of limestone islands from the deck of a Chinese junk in Halong Bay to swerving through the chaotic traffic in Hanoi. With today's deal, you'll explore Vietnam with a 10-day itinerary as follows:
Day 1: Hanoi
Pick up from the Noi Bai (HAN) airport and then transfer you to the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter – the most exciting place for tourists. After that you are free to visit Hanoi City by yourself.
Day 2: Hanoi - Halong Bay
Enjoy the peaceful scenery as you travel through the countryside, farmlands and Red River delta. Arriving Tuan Chau Marina. Welcome aboard the cruise. Meet the captain, crew and join for welcome drinks as you learn about life onboard. Check into your cabin. Time to refresh and unwind. Afternoon Activities: Explore the Surprising Cave – the most beautiful cave in Ha Long Bay. It is one of the widest grottoes in Ha Long Bay with thousands of stalactites and stalagmites. Back to the APRICOT Cruise, we will take you to visit the Titop Island – swimming Climbing up to the Top of the Island – take the best view of Halong Bay in the Summer time or visit a floating Pearl Farm village and learn the technique for making high quality pearls in the Winter time. Continue cruising to the quiet area while enjoy beautiful seascape on the way. After that, come back to the boat, enjoy the Sunset Party on sundeck.
Day 3: Halong Bay - Hanoi
Start your day with Tai Chi exercises or a photo hunt. Have breakfast on board while the boat starts cruising to the Natural Preservation Zone. Kayak around the area or visit a floating house and learn about the daily life of the local fishermen who live there. Board the cruise again and take time to refresh and relax before checking out. Afternoon Activities: Continue your cruise exploring the Bay, passing Ba Hang fishing village, Dog Islet, and more. Join in the Cooking Class, teaching you how to make spring rolls before an early lunch is served. Disembark at the harbour, Tuan Chau Marina. Transfer to minibus or private and return to Hanoi.
Day 4: Hanoi - night train to Hue City
Today, you are free to visit Hanoi Old Quarter until transfer to Hanoi Train Station for the soft-sleeper train to Hue City. On the train, you can view our beautiful country along the coastal line. You also stay overnight on the train and reach Hue train station at the next morning.
Day 5: Hue City
Transfer to Hoi An Ancient town. Check into hotel.
Day 6: Hue City Day Tour
08:00-08:30 Pick up at your hotel and then head to Dong Ba Market to see the daily life of local people, and enjoy the hustle and bustle of this vibrant place. Afterwards, it's time for a dragon boat trip to Thien Mu pagoda - the oldest pagoda in Hue. Then it's time to see the regal Imperial Citadel, the home of Vietnam's last royal dynasty, the Nguyen Dynasty. This will stand you in good stead to appreciate the Hue Royal Antiques Museum, consisting of a collection of ornaments from the Nguyen Dynasty. By now you will have earned a nice lunch at a nearby restaurant ahead of more historical insights, including Khai Dinh King’s Tomb - a blend of Western and Eastern architecture, and Minh Mang King’s Tomb. Finally, you will be taken back to your hotel.
Day 7: Hue City - Da Nang - Hoi An
Start journey to Hoi An City. On the way, bus will stop at Hai Van Pass for photo ops including Linh Ung Pagoda and Marble Mountain in Da Nang City for a short visit. Arrive in Hoi An City.
Day 8: Hoi An - My Son Tour
After an early breakfast, you’ll leave on a bus for My Son. My Son was chosen as a religious centre, built in the late 4th century under the Cham’s King Bhadravaman. It is a huge religious complex with over 70 towers and temples of different architectures, and you’ll get to spend two hour discovering its ancient beauty for yourself. Then you’ll head to Cau Lau boat station for a boat trip on the Thu Bon River with lunch served on the boat, before returning back to your hotel.
Day 9: Ho Chi Minh
Today will see you travel via domestic flights (included in today’s deal) to Ho Chi Minh City. The rest of your day is free for you to explore the bustling city at your leisure.
Day 10: Ho Chi Minh City - Cai Be Floating Market
Your destination for today will be Cai Be and its floating market, where you’ll be jettisoned around the market on a motor boat, allowing you to get up close and personal with the charming market. Next up will be a Vinh Long tour that’ll take you through a beautiful bonsai garden.
Day 11: Cu Chi tunnel Tour
Located 60km from Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi is now considered a heroic district for its role during the American war in Vietnam. It is legendary for its network of tunnels, which extend over 220km, and is a popular destination for both Vietnamese and foreign visitors. Here you’ll take a half day tour before heading back to your hotel.
Day 12: Departure
After breakfast it'll be time to head home (with airport transfers included).
3* hotels
- Hanoi - The Hanoi Hotel
- Hue City - Emm Hotel Hue City
- Hoi An - Kiman Hoi An Hotel & Spa
- Ho Chi Minh City - Elios Hotel
4* hotels
- Hanoi - Tirant Hotel
- Hue City - Moonlight Hue
- Hoi An - Emm Hotel Hoi An
- Ho Chi Minh City - Harmony Saigon Hotel
5* hotels
- Hanoi - Sheraton Hanoi
- Hue City - Imperial Hotel
- Hoi An - Sunrise Premium Resort
- Ho Chi Minh City - Rex Hotel
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