The Capital of Vietnam and one of the hidden gems of South East Asia,
Hanoi retains elegance and charm not often found in this part of the world, the
city’s French influence is to be seen in the fine old colonial buildings and
tree lined boulevards
DAY 1: ARRIVAL – HANOI(D)
 Upon
arrival at Noi Bai International Airport (about 15.00PM), you are welcomed
and transferred to the city center for hotel check-in.
As the Capital of Vietnam and
one of the hidden gems of South East Asia, Hanoi retains elegance and charm
not often found in this part of the world, the city’s French influence is to
be seen in the fine old colonial buildings and tree lined boulevards.
Overnight in Hanoi.
DAY 2:HANOI – CITY TOUR(B/L/D)
This morning we will visit the
Mausoleum of Ho Chi Minh, walk through the grounds of the magnificent
Presidential Palace, visit the humble wooden cottage of Ho Chi Minh and a
museum dedicated to the life of Vietnam's first President plus the One
Pillar Pagoda. This is followed by a visit to the impressive Temple of
Literature.
Lunch is served at local restaurant.
The remainder of the afternoon is
fixed by a cyclo tour to explore the many interesting streets of the Old
Quarter, an area that is little changed over the centuries.
In the evening, we enjoy the
performance of Hanoi's famous water puppet theatre, a series of 17 stories
presented by 11 puppeteers whom traditionally performed during the monsoonal
period when rice farming in the Red River Delta was not possible. The
stories reflect their way of life and dreams as well as providing respite
from their demanding work schedule.
Dinner is served at local restaurant.
After dinner time, you are free
at leisure or go to the concert, club, discotheque, spa …
(by guests’ own account).
Overnight in Hanoi.
DAY 3:HANOI – HOA LU, TAM COC – HANOI(B/L/D)
Located in Ninh Binh, Hoa Lu Ancient
Capital was chosen as the first capital of Vietnam feudal centralism regime.
In 1010, King Ly Thai To moved the capital from Hoa Lu to Thang Long (Hanoi
today), opening a new era for Vietnamese People. Ninh Binh has reserved
beautiful Tam Coc, Bich Dong, Dich Long, Hoa Son, Tien caves, Van Trinh
Grotto and many other special landscapes which is widely recognized as “Ha
Long on land”.
Morning, our guide and driver pick you
up at your hotel at 8:00am to leave for Ninh Binh Town. En route, you can
take some stop-overs for taking photographs. Upon arrival at Hoa Lu, you
will take a sampan ride through a karst landscape to visit Tam Coc Grottos.
Then leave the sampan and ride bicycle to visit Thai Vy Temple, built in
13th century. Next stop is Hoa Lu, the former capital of the Dinh and Early
Le Dynasties in Vietnam bettween the 10th and 11th centuries. In the
afternoon, you are taken back to Hanoi. Free shopping in the Old Quarter.
After dinner time, you are free
at leisure or go to the concert, club, discotheque, spa …
(by guests’ own account).
Overnight in Hanoi.
DAY 4: HANOI – HA LONG BAY (B/L/D)
In the morning, drive along the Red
Delta for 3 hours from Hanoi to reach Ha Long Bay – UNESCO heritage site.
Upon arrival, embarking Bahya Cruise and enjoy a welcome cocktail. Savor a
delicious Vietnamese buffet lunch. After lunch, spend the afternoon cruising
amongst the limestone islands, explore the Cave of Surprise (Sung Sot Cave),
meet the local people at Van Gia fishing village and enjoy optional onboard
activities such as: sunbathing, traditional massage and cooking
demonstrations. Swim or kayak at Ho Dong Tien anchorage (if weather
permits). Enjoy a luxury Vietnamese buffet dinner.
Overnight aboard Bhaya Cruise.
DAY 5: HALONG – BAC NINH - HANOI (B/L/D)
Early morning, practise Tai Chi on the
Sundeck and starts your day with a buffet breakfast. Continue cruising in
Halong Bay. Disembark Bhaya around 10:00am and transfer back to Hanoi, en
route stop to enjoy the “Quan Ho folksong” show performed in Bac Ninh. Upon
arrival in Hanoi, check in hotel.
Dinner is served at local restaurant.
After dinner time, you are free
at leisure or go to the concert, club, discotheque, spa …
(by guests’ own account).
Overnight in Hanoi.
DAY 6: HANOI – DEPARTURE (B/ L/ D)
After
breakfast, you are transferred to Hoa Sua Restaurant (Website:
www.hoasuaschool.com)
for experience and
participate in the Vietnamese cooking class (activity for the whole group).
The cooking demonstration takes half day. Then enjoy your lunch at the
restaurant.
In the afternoon, free for shopping
before transferring to Noi Bai International Airport for your departure
flight late in the evening. End of service.
1.
PACKAGE RATE:
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CATEGORY
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GROUP 40 – 45 PAX
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SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
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4-STAR HOTEL
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US$ 686/ PAX
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US$ 350/ PAX
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5-STAR HOTEL
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US$ 794/ PAX
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US$ 460/ PAX
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2.
ACCOMMODATION LIST:
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DESTINATION
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ACCOMODATION
CATEGORY
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4-STAR HOTEL
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5-STAR HOTEL
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Hanoi
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Sunway Hotel – 4*/ Silk
Path Hotel – 4*/ Mercure La Gare – 4*
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Intercontinental Hotel –
5*
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Halong Bay
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Luxury Bhaya Cruise (2
charter junks)
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Luxury Bhaya Cruise (2
charter junks)
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3.
SERVICES INCLUDED:
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Accommodation in twin/ double-sharing with daily breakfast at hotels
in the hotel list or similar;
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Private transportation as per program;
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Lugguage truck and porter for your baggages;
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Very good English-speaking guide;
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Meals as indicated in the program (B
= Breakfast; L
= Lunch; D
= Dinner)
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Boat cruise in Halong Bay (Bhaya Cruise – 2 charter Junks);
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Other boat trips as mentioned in the program;
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All entrance fees;
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Bike in Ninh Binh;
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Cyclo tour in Old Quarter Hanoi (1 hour);
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Water Puppet performance ticket;
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02 mineral water bottles/pax/visiting day;
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Banners, logos arranging at the hotels, cruise, restaurants, on the
bus… to welcome the group;
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1 complimentary for tour-leader staying in 1 single room.
4.
SERVICES EXCLUDED:
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All international air tickets and international airport taxes;
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Visa upon arrival to Vietnam (25$/pax);
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Early check-in & Late check-out at hotels;
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Other meals not to be mentioned in the program;
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Beverage in meals;
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Travel insurance;
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Personal expenses and others not to be mentioned above.
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Tour program
Booking
