Vietnam Compact Tour (6 Days - 5 Nights)

Vietnam Compact Tour (6 Days - 5 Nights)

This tour includes the key highlights of Vietnam - HCMC and Hanoi - with daytrips to the most interesting attractions of each city. You begin in bustling HCMC (formerly Saigon ), the country's commercial center and home to a growing number of upscale restaurants and shops. Visit Chinatown, the Thien Hau Pagoda, the Reunification Palace , the Opera House and Hotel de Ville. If desired, also visit the moving War Remnants Museum . Explore colorful outdoor markets and Dong Khoi Street , the city's main shopping boulevard with shops selling clothes and accessories by new Vietnamese designers, hill tribe crafts, high quality linens and house wares. Take a day trip to the Cu Chi Tunnels and watch an unusual, eclectic religious ceremony at the main temple of Cao Daism , a unique fusion of world religions. On another day trip, tour the narrow canals of the Mekong Delta to see a traditional side of Vietnamese life. Next, fly to old charming Hanoi , Vietnam 's artistic and intellectual capital. Explore the fascinating Old Quarter and its hundreds of specialty shops selling silk clothing, lacquer-ware, embroidered linens, furniture, bamboo, cooking utensils, ceremonial objects and more. Walk around Hoan Kiem Lake , ride a cycle to dinner, and watch a performance at the Thang Long Water Puppet Theater. Dine in French colonial villas converted into gourmet restaurants. Enjoy people watching at stylish cafes. Shop for impressive modern art in the city's many galleries. Also visit Hanoi 's main cultural attractions, including the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, his House on Stilts, the One Pillar Pagoda, the Fine Arts Museum and the Temple of Literature . Alternatively on a day trip, cruise among the dramatic limestone islands of Ha Long Bay .
Tour code: VNA 13

Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in HCM City
Day 2: HCMC - Cu Chi Tunnels
Day 3: HCMC- Hanoi
Day 4: Hanoi
Day 5: Ha Long Bay Excursion
Day 6: Depart Vietnam
Tour Detail:

Day 1: Arrive in HCM City (D)
Warmly welcome on arrival at HCMC 's Tan Son Nhat International airport by our guide and transferred to your hotel. At leisure. Welcome dinner at a chic restaurant. Overnight in HCMC.

Day 2: HCMC - Cu Chi Tunnels (B, L, D)
In the morning half day private excursion to the Cu Chi Tunnels. Cu Chi Tunnels consist of more than 200km of underground tunnels. This main axis system has many branches connecting to underground hideouts, shelters, and entrances to other tunnels. The network included innumerable trap doors, specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command

centers and kitchens. Today the remaining tunnels have become a major tourist attraction giving the visitor a unique experience and a feel of what underground life during the U.S.-Vietnam War.
In the afternoon take private city tour of HCMC, the country's commercial center and home to a growing number of upscale restaurants and shops. Visit Chinatown, the Thien Hau Pagoda, the Reunification Palace, the Opera House and Hotel de Ville. If desired, also visit the moving War Remnants Museum. Explore colorful outdoor markets and Dong Khoi Street, the city's most upscale shopping boulevard with fashionable boutiques and accessories designed by new Vietnamese designers, hill tribe crafts, high quality linens and house wares. Overnight in HCMC.

Day 3: HCMC- Hanoi (B, L, D)
Transfer to airport for flight to Hanoi - the city with old aged-history and rich culture together the strong architecture influence of China and French that allures tourist by its charming beauty.
This afternoon, we enjoy one hour cycle tour of Hanoi 's vibrant Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake, the focal point of the city. This is great fun! Last, in the late afternoon, you will be soaked up with the legends and stories in Water Puppet show that one should not miss while visiting Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 4: Hanoi (B, L)
Today is full-day city tour and shopping in Hanoi: Vietnam 's artistic and intellectual capital. Explore the fascinating Old Quarter and its hundreds of specialty shops selling silk clothing, lacquer-ware, embroidered linens, furniture, bamboo, cooking utensils, ceremonial objects and more. Enjoy people watching at stylish cafes. Shop for impressive modern art in the city's many galleries. Also visit Hanoi 's main cultural attractions, including the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, his House on Stilts, the One Pillar Pagoda, the Fine Arts Museum and the Temple of Literature and the very impressive Museum of Ethnology, one of the finest museums in Vietnam with many exhibits and pictures and houses' models of 54 ethnic people could make you have truly experience of ethnic minorities inhabiting in Vietnam. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 5: Ha Long Bay Excursion (B, L)

In the morning you will drive to Ha Long Bay City, approximately 3 hours away. Once at Ha Long Bay City you are welcome on board for a four-hour cruise on the stunning bay, stopping along the way to visit one of the limestone caves in the area. As you are cruising, the boat crew will serve you a sumptuous local seafood lunch. After 4 hour navigation you sail back to harbor and rejoin car back to your hotel in Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 6: Depart Vietnam (B)
There is no activity planned for today. Enjoy your free time for souvenir shopping until transfer to the airport for your onward flight.



The facts…


Climate
It is very nice to travel around the year

Transport
- Boat.
- Vehicle.

Meals
- 5 breakfasts.
- 5 lunches.
- 5 dinners.
We choose local ingredients, typical of the way people eat in the area, at local restaurants, markets or homes.
We also cater for Vegetarians but please request this at time of booking


Accommodation
- Hotel (5 nights).

Tour price includes+ Private door-to-door pick-up & -off services.
+ All private transportation.
+ Accommodation shared in Double room with daily breakfast
+ All domestic flights.
+ Experienced English speaking guide.
+ Private boat trip as per tour
+ Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast ; L: Lunch ; D: Dinner)
+ All sightseeing tickets.
+ Tissues and water on coach.
+ Vietnam Visa On Arrival pre-approved letter.
+ Services charges and government tax.
+ Exclusive and personalized single agent/single customer service.
+ No extra charge after services confirmation
+ 24/7 hotline support guaranteed

Tour price excludes
+ International flights & Departure taxes if any
+ Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
+ Travel insurance
+ Beverage
+ Peak season or Public holidays surcharge if any
+ Compulsory Gala dinner on X-Mas or New Year if any
+ Vietnam visa stamp fee (US$ 25 & 01 passport photo each person)
+ Other services not mentioned above.


Have a good journey!

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