Hanoi – Halong Bay – Saigon – Mekong Delta – Cu Chi 8 Days

Being among the most attractive destinations located in Asia, Vietnam enjoys many favorable conditions endorsed by Nature. From the North to the South, Vietnam is shaped like a strip land of an “S” letter. With beautiful sandy beaches nearby blue sea, towering mountains and fascinating views along with a diverse of human culture, Vietnam is on the top of must-visit list. Coming to Vietnam, you are taking chance to discover amazing sciences and, at the same time, experience the authentic culture in the warmest welcome of the local.

Highlights

– A lovely holiday of a lifetime through key destinations in the North and South of Vietnam.
– Discover several key heritage sites in Vietnam: Hanoi Old Quarter, the wonder of Halong Bay and the rich land of Mekong Delta.
– Enjoy leisure time in spectacular places: picturesque countryside, amazing landscapes, wonderful beaches and islands.
– Experience the busy city life in big cities as well as the peaceful life of countryside.
– Understanding further about the country, culture, custom and people of Vietnam
– Relax at beauty spots and enjoying nature with pure fresh air, good weather, friendly local people, native cuisine, etc.

BRIEF ITINERARY

Day 01: Hanoi Arrival
Day 02: Hanoi – Halong Bay (B/L/D)
Day 03: Halong Bay – Hanoi (B/L)
Day 04: Hanoi City Tour (B/L/D)
Day 05: Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City (B)
Day 06: Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta (My Tho) – Ho Chi Minh (B/L/D)
Day 07: Cu Chi Tunnel – Ho Chi Minh City Tour(B/L/D)
Day 08: Ho Chi Minh City – Departure (B)

DETAIL ITINERARY

Day 01: Hanoi Arrival ()

On arrival at Noi Bai Airport, you are met and transferred to Hanoi – Vietnam’s capital, is a stylish and gracious city that retain an unique old world charm and some Asia’s most striking colonial architecture. Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi.

Day 02: Hanoi – Halong Bay (B / L / D)

07.50-08.00: You will be picked up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and transferred to Ha Long.

11:30-12:00 Upon arrival at Tuan Chau International Cruise Port, you will enjoy a warm welcome by our cruise staff in the waiting lounge and complete check-in procedure.

12:00 Upon boarding Amanda Cruise, our crew welcome you with a refreshing drink and cold towel before checking into your cabin. The vessel leaves Tuan Chau Marina, taking you on an exciting journey to discover the beauty of Ha Long Bay. Along the way, you can enjoy the view of some of the most beautiful spots in Ha Long and admire the grandeur of the Bay with thousands of limestone islands while the vessel heads to Luon Cave & Titop Island.

Enjoy your lunch at our luxurious restaurant on board while the vessel cruises toward Luon Cave.

14.00: You return to your cabin for a short rest and prepare for kayaking activities in Luon Cave.

Arriving at Luon Cave area, you will participate in kayaking or rafting here around the thousandyear-old rock formations.

16.00: You will be transferred to Titop Island by tender.

Visit Titop Island and hike to the top for stunning views of Ha Long Bay, or have a fun swim in the clear blue water.

17.30-18.00 Back on board, you will participate in Sunset party & cooking class while the vessel cruises toward the shore. You can enjoy relaxing moments while sipping a cup of traditional Vietnamese tea or coffee on the sundeck amid wonderful scenery and beautiful sunset. Ha Long Bay is calm during the day, but when the sun goes down, the Bay becomes even more tranquil and peaceful.

You will be instructed to make delicious Fresh Spring rolls by our chef and then enjoy the rolls made on your own.

17.30-18.30 Happy hour – BUY 2 DRINK GET 1 FOR FREE

19.30 Gala Dinner. Enjoy your dinner on the Sundeck (if the weather is favorable)

20.30 After dinner, you will enjoy a peaceful view of the Bay at night on the deck. You can also participate in evening activities such as herbal foot bath in your room (free of charge), Bamboo dancing, fashion show traditional customes “Footsteps of Heritage” and some drinks at Sky Bar and massage (subject to additional charge), while admiring breathtaking view of the Bay at night and squid fishing.

The cruise ship anchors for your peaceful night stay in quiet area

Overnight on Amanda Halong Cruise.

Day 03: Halong – Hanoi (B / L)

06.15: Start your day with Tai Chi class on the sundeck.

06.30-07.00 Enjoy a light breakfast with coffee, tea, cake and fruit.

07.30 Exploring Sung Sot cave. This is one of the largest and most beautiful caves in Ha Long Bay. The cave has some unique rock formations which couldn’t be found anywhere else. The path to the mouth of Sung Sot Cave is under a canopy of leaves. Walking through steep stone steps, tourists may have the feeling of climbing on mountains and experience the excitement as if they are stepping to the sky.

08.30-09.30 Back on board, you can rest in your room, enjoy the herbal foot bath prepared by our crew, sunbathe on the sundeck, take pictures of HaLong Bay or shop for souvenirs on the boat.

09.30 Check-out time.

Please put your luggage outside your cabin and leave the room key at the reception desk. Our staff will transfer your luggage to the waiting area. While waiting, you can shop for some products of Amanda cruise.

10.00 Enjoy an early lunch buffet at the restaurant on the 2nd floor and settle the bills if any.

11.00 Arrival at Tuan Chau Marina.
The get transfer back Hanoi, arrive Hanoi about 3h30 Pm.

Overnight hotel in Hanoi.

Day 04: Hanoi City Tour (B / L)

All day city tour Hanoi to visit: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Museum, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature, West Lake, Tran Quoc Pagoda. After lunch at local restaurant, Visit a complex of the Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple (Jade mountain Temple), But Tower (Pen – shaped tower), Dai Nghien (Ink Stand), the Red – painted wooden The Huc bridge…. Have a cyclo (pedicab) trip around with 36 streets of Ha Noi ancient town. Giving you a chance to explore the different local way of life. Overnight hotel in Hanoi.

Day 05: Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City (B)

AM: Free at leisure, shopping and paying walking around Hanoi Old Quarter as well as Hoan Kiem Lake, enjoying quietly fresh air and gentle lifeslyle of Hanoian till drive to Noi Bai International Airport for departure to Ho Chi Minh City.
PM: Arrival in Saigon, you will be welcomed by Vietnam Typical Tour’s local guide at Tan Son Nhat International Airport and transfered to your hotel for check in.
Your free time for a short Sai Gon city tour (if time permit): Cho Lon (Big market of Chinese in Saigon), Thien Hau Pagoda, Shopping at China Town. Overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 06: Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta (My Tho) – Ho Chi Minh (B / L)

AM: Transfer to My Tho. Boat ride on Mekong river and visit an orchard island where almost all the tropical fruit of southern Vietnam can be found and tasted.
PM: Back to Ho Chi Minh City. The rest of the day is free. Overnight hotel in HCMC.

Day 07: Ho Chi Minh City Tour And Cu Chi Tunnel (B / L)

AM: Transfer to Cu Chi. Visit the underground village, which used to be a bitter battle ground for a long period during the Vietnam war. The amazing network of over 200 km of underground tunnels will offer you impression of the former fierce war in South Vietnam.
PM: Ho Chi Minh Sight-seeing tour: Reunification Palace, War Crime Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post Office, former US Embassy, Ben Thanh Market. Overnight hotel in HCMC.

Day 08: Ho Chi Minh City – Departure (B)

Free at leisure till transfer to Tan Son Nhat airport for departure. Tour ending.

Note: This is a typical tour made by VIETNAM TYPICAL TOURS. In any case, please contact us for details in accordance with your departure date or customized itinerary.

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Tour prices include
– Accommodation base on twin or double sharing / daily breakfast.
– Transportation.
– Sightseeing tickets and entrance tickets.
– Cruise in Halong Bay
– Meals as detailed in the itinerary at local restaurant.
– English speaking guide as itinerary.

Tour prices exclude

– International air ticket to/ from Hanoi and airport tax, personal expenses, Travel insurance.
– Domestic flights ticket Ha Noi – Ho Chi Minh City
– Visa to Vietnam (if required).
– Tipping to Guide and driver.