9 DAYS 8 NIGHTS VIETNAM MUST-SEES

FROM 390$/PERSON

Pick this Vietnam vacation package and travel from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) within 9 days. Behold most of the main attractions in Vietnam including three world heritage sites, visit stately Hanoi, see the magnificent Halong Bay, and disclose the former capital city of Hue and the charming Hoi An ancient town. Arrive in the bustling and hustling Ho Chi Minh City then reach the waterways of Mekong Delta known as the kingdom of tropical fruits and reveal the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels in the Vietnam War. What an amazing 9 days for a glance at Vietnam!

OVERVIEW

ROUTE

Hanoi – Halong Bay Overnight Cruise – Hanoi – Danang – Hoian – Cam Thanh Coconut Village – Danang – Bana Hills – Hochiminh – City Tour – My Tho (Mekong Delta) – Cu Chi Tunnels
DURATION

9 days
TRANSPORT

Air-conditioned vans/bus
LANGUAGE

English/Spanish/Russia/... (As per your request)

HIGHLIGHTS

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Explore Hanoi’s highlights, including the Ho Chi Minh Complex and Temple of Literature.
Cruise through Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and visit Thien Cung Cave.
Discover the imperial history of Danang, by visiting the Golden Bride, Bana Hills and Water coconut Village.
Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels in Saigon and explore the Mekong Delta

Shared Twin/ Double/ Triple room with AC and private bathroom (3-stars hotel or depending on selection)
Transfers and private tours with live-speaking guides in AC vehicles
Meals as per program
2 bottles of mineral water per day on the bus
Entrance fees
24/7 support

From $390/PERSON

ITINERARY

DAY 1: HANOI ARRIVAL (-/-)

Noi Bai Airport – Hotel in City Central (31km/ 45 minutes)
Get picked up at Noi Bai International Airport by then transfer to check in the hotel. Overnight at hotel in Hanoi.

DAY 2: HANOI - HALONG BAY OVERNIGHT CRUISE (B/L/D)

Hanoi to Halong Bay (160 km): 2.5 – 3.0hrs

After breakfast, you will enjoy the 2.5 – 3.0hrs drive to Halong Bay. Arrive at the jetty in Halong City towards noon and proceed with check-in formalities. Be welcomed onboard and have lunch will be served while cruising towards the bay itself. In the afternoon, enjoy some visits and/or activities (depending on each boat’s itinerary) or just spend some time relaxing on board. Towards the end of the day the boat sets anchor for the night among the karst formations. Dinner is served on board. Overnight on Halong Bay.

DAY 3: HALONG BAY CRUISE - HANOI - DANANG (B/L OR BRUNCH)

Domestic airfare from Hanoi to Danang is not included. Final price will be quoted upon booking.

Halong Bay to Hanoi (160 km): 2.5 – 3.0hrs

Enjoy the fresh morning in the middle of the bay, the sun rises on Halong in the morning and breakfast is served (brunch on some boats) while the vessels cruise slowly through the magnificent rock formations and back towards port. Disembark and transfer back to Hanoi

Arrive in Hanoi late in the afternoon, transfer to Noi Bai Airport for your flight to Danang.

Arrival at Danang Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our local guide and transfer to. Overnight in Danang

DAY 4: DANANG - HOI AN - CAM THANH WATER COCONUT VILLAGE - DANANG (B)

After breakfast at hotel, you will transfer to visit Cam Thanh Water coconut village, have a brief introduce to the history there. Take on the basket boat along the water coconut river. Fishermen will teach you how to catch the crabs (02 paxs/ boat). Disembark on the boat, back to the Hoian Town

Afternoon you will discover Hoi An. One of the best ways to discover Hoi An and its surroundings is by walking, during your leisurely walk you will visit some of the historic merchant and community houses, places of worship and famous Japanese Covered Bridge, the daily life of the local people: green paddy fields, vegetable gardens, markets, temples, historic houses, fishermen and stunning countryside scenes will simply mesmerize you. This tour offers great photo opportunities and you may find yourself chatting with the locals and inhaling unforgettable memories. Overnight at hotel in Danang

OPTIONAL MEALS

Lunch/ Dinner at Local Restaurant: From 13$/person/meal

DAY 5: DANANG - BANA HILLS (GOLDEN BRIDGE) - DANANG (B)

After breakfast at hotel, our local guide will meet you at the lobby and transfer to Danang – the fourth largest city in Vietnam, the gateway to the central provinces and a sea port with nice beaches and resort

Today you will visit this mountainous theme park perched 1,500m high on a mountain, a hill resort inherited from the French – Bana Hills. The site was first developed by the French in the 1920s, who escaped the summer heat for its cool, mountain air.

Arrive at the Cable car station at the foot of Ba Na Mountain. Enjoy the first leg cable car, which achieves two Guinness World records in 2009, longest non-stop cable car (5,042m) and highest non-stop cable car (1,292m). Sitting in the cabin, in mid-air, looking upon the endless tree line of the forests, bring you with spectacular views of the lush jungle and fairly waterfalls along the way. Experience pristine ecological systems of the Ba Na Mountains will leave you the sense of unforeseeable discovery.

You will visit the Le Jardin, old wineries, remains of French Villas and Ling Ung Pagoda with 27m high Buddha status. We then leave the Le Jardin for the second cable car station to visit the top of mountain and see the remain of old villas. Conquer the Peak of Chua Mountain at the height of 1,487m. View the whole Danang city under the cluster of white clouds. Leave Peak of Chua Mountain, visit the trail of Dreaming Stream, Rainbow Waterfall, Suspension Bridge, Golden Valley, and ruined Opera House, play with wild monkeys and take photos, Stroll through the Golden Bridge amid the foggy hills of the mountain, enjoy the gorgeous view of Da Nang city. Return to Cable car station and get back to Danang. Overnight at hotel in Danang

OPTIONAL MEALS

Lunch at Local Restaurant on Bana Hills: From 15$/person/meal

Dinner at Local Restaurant: 13$/person/meal

DAY 6: DANANG - HOCHIMINH (B)

Domestic airfare from Danang to Hochiminh is not included. Final price will be quoted upon booking

Free at your own leisure time until transfer to Danang Airport for your domestic flight to Hochiminh.

Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat Airport, all guests are warmly welcomed by our local guide then transfer to check in the hotel.

Afternoon, you will visit Independence Palace (Reunification Palace), War Remnants Museum (closed Mondays). Next, stroll through the major sights of colonial Ho Chi Minh City: the Old Saigon Post Office, Notre Dame Cathedral inaugurated in 1880 became the spiritual and cultural crucible of the French presence in the Orient as was the Post office designed by Gustav Eiffel and resembling a grand railway station, Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Catinat), Continental Hotel, Opera House and Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee (formerly Hôtel de Ville) which is one of the most photographed buildings in Vietnam – notable for its gardens, ornate facade and elegant interior lit with crystal chandeliers.

Afterwards, transfer to visit the enchanting Mariamman Hindu Temple, a gem nestled amidst the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City. As one of the city’s most magnificent and captivating destinations, this ancient temple beckons tourists and visitors from all corners of the world. Steeped in rich history and cultural significance, Mariamman Temple stands as a stunning testament to the Hindu faith’s enduring presence in Vietnam. With its ornate architecture, vibrant colors, and a palpable sense of spirituality, this sacred sanctuary promises an unforgettable experience for all who enter its hallowed grounds. Join us on a journey of discovery as we explore the captivating allure of Mariamman Hindu Temple, an unmissable destination that will leave you mesmerized and inspired.

Overnight at hotel in Hochiminh

DAY 7: HOCHIMINH - MYTHO (MEKONG DELTA) (B)

Morning meet our local guide in the lobby of your hotel and drive to My Tho the heart of the Mekong delta, famous for its vast rice fields and most beautiful landscapes. Visit the Vinh Trang Pagoda en route and stop by the bank of Tien Giang river. Take a boat trip on Mekong River to Phoenix Island where local handicrafts and sweets from coconut are being produced. Enjoy fresh seasonal fruits and traditional live music and songs performance. Take a short ride on a buggy to a typical local house to taste some homemade honey-tea. Proceed by small sampan boats through the small canals and side arms of the river to observe the daily life along the river banks with a stop and short leisurely walk at the Turtle Island.

Driving back to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight at hotel in Hochiminh

OPTIONAL MEALS

Lunch/ Dinner at Local Restaurant: 13$/person/meal

DAY 8: HOCHIMINH - CU CHI TUNNELS (B)

Saigon – Cu Chi Tunnels (67km – 2 hours)

Today you will enjoy the journey to of 75 km from Saigon to Cu Chi Tunnels – a complex of an incredible underground tunnel network constructed by Vietnamese resistance fighters (Viet Cong) during both the French and American wars. There are more than 200 km of tunnels, comprising a main axis system with many branches connecting to underground hideouts, shelters and other tunnels. You have the chance to crawl through this amazing system of tunnels. For a more “thrilling” experience, you can even test your shooting skills on original AK47s and other guns from past war times (subject to a surcharge). Back to Hochiminh.

Tour continues to explore the famous Ben Thanh Market, where you can purchase souvenirs for your beloved ones. Overnight in Hochiminh

OPTIONAL MEALS

Lunch/ Dinner at Local Restaurant: USD 13/person/meal

DAY 9: HOCHIMINH - DEPARTURE (B)

Free at your own activies until transfer to airport for your departure flight.