Essence of Vietnam
Spend a week in Vietnam discovering the highlights and traditions of this colourful country. This short adventure enables us to sample the Old World charm in this pocket of Asia that was part of the former French Indochina. But equally as evocative are the oriental influences that stem from a historic mix of Asian traders, settlers and indigenous people that have made this part of the world a cornerstone for empires and colonies. By visiting cities like Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) and Hanoi, we uncover that vibrant mix of the various major influences. By stopping in Hoi An and Halong Bay, we discover places of eternal beauty that have also played their part in Vietnam's history.
Itinerary
| Day Number(s) | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | (Fri) Arrive in Saigon and transfer to hotel. |
| 2 | Explore city and visit Cu Chi Tunnels. |
| 3 | Fly to Danang. Visit Marble Mountain, China Beach and drive to Hoi An. |
| 4 | Cyclo tour around Hoi An and free time to explore. |
| 5 | Fly to Hanoi and enjoy city tour of Vietnam's capital. |
| 6 | Drive to Halong Bay. Boat cruise on bay, staying onboard overnight. |
| 7 | Complete cruise on Halong Bay and return to Hanoi. |
| 8 | Tour ends in Hanoi after breakfast (Fri). |
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Past Travellers' Ratings & Comments
Mariana - China, 20 Jan, 2012
The trip was memorable. As we have a short time to explore both Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, it would be great if you suggested people to arrive early/leave later so they could explore both cities a little more. We loved the boat trip in Halong Bay, really beautiful I wish we couls have stayed an extra day. Hoi An is so pretty and we had a great time there.
At A Glance
Trip Length |
8 days |
Trip Code |
PACL |
Activities |
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| Culture (Easy) | |
Minimum Passengers |
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| 6 people | |
Maximum Passengers |
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| 15 people | |
Countries Visited |
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| Vietnam | |
Start City |
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| Saigon, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam | |
End City |
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| Hanoi | |
