24390 – Mr. Nilesh x 8 // Vietnam – Option 2

DAY 1: HANOI ARRIVAL – HANOI CITY TOUR 

Welcome to Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam.

Upon arrival, greeted by the local tour guide and transfer to downtown. Check in your hotel.

Afternoon, visit Ba Dinh Square – the biggest square in Hanoi where all the biggest cultural, political events of the cities, especially demonstrations, take place. Start our visit at the Complex of Ho Chi Minh including Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (from outside only as it closes in the afternoon), Ho Chi Minh’s house-on-stilts, his fish pond and the One-Pillar Pagoda. Then, the Temple of Literature  which is considered as the first university of Vietnam.

Later, we have an overall view of the capital by walking, which wanders around the Old Quarter of Hanoi and the Hoan Kiem Lake (the “Sword” Lake). From here wandering on the narrow streets of the Old Quarter to experience the daily life of the local people. Transfer back to your hotel.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Please note: the standard check in time is 14:00 – 15:00pm. Early check in is not included and subject to hotel availability.

Night activities suggestion: enjoy local beer at Ta Hien Streets, experience the ambience of sleepless street with life music, the young people of Hanoi and also foreign tourists. Hundred of bars and pubs in the Old Quarter are also at your disposal Or just simple spend your time at shopping malls or various boutique Shops.

DAY 2: HANOI – HALONG – HANOI (B/L) – ONE WAY VIA HIGHWAY

Breakfast at hotel. Head East for more than 3.5 hours to Halong Bay, the pride of the Gulf of Tonkin, a Natural World Heritage as designated by UNESCO in 1994 and 2006. Upon arrival at Tuan Chau Marina, check in a 4 hours day cruise to discover the magnificent beauty of this “Descending-dragon” bay, created by thousands odd-shaped limestone rocks and karst grottoes,  where almost each islet has its own name, adopting its shape or reminiscent like Sail Island, Fisherman’s head rock, Butterfly rock or Turtle islet etc. We stop to visit Grottos, passing floating houses. Have lunch on board before returning to the pier. Disembark from the boat, transfer back to Hanoi via express way. Your time at leisure. Overnight in Hanoi.

DAY 3: HANOI – FLIGHT TO DANANG – FREE TIME AT LEISURE (B)

Breakfast at hotel then check out. Transfer to the airport with driver only (no guide) to board a flight to Danang. Upon arrival, welcomed by the local tour guide and transfer to check in hotel (The normal check in time is 14:00-15:00). Free time at leisure. Overnight in Danang.

DAY 4: DANANG – HOI AN COCONUT VILLAGE – HOI AN ANCIENT TOWN (B)

Breakfast at hotel.

In the morning, we transfer to visit Cam Thanh water coconut village. Here we will learn how to paddle the Vietnamese unique bamboo basket boat and explore the now tranquil coconut-palm flanking the waterways. We also learn about the daily life of Vietnamese fishermen, their families and their community.

Afternoon, transfer to Hoian Town. You take interesting walk over the tile-roofed Japanese Bridge, visit taciturn Chinese Assembly Halls, enjoy the attractiveness of ancient houses or listen to folk music of Central Vietnam at old club-houses. Later we can stop at shrines or stroll into the market located by Thu Bon river, where you may find the same feelings of the artists, who see the rooftops of Hoian a magical old world of Oriental feel and source of inspiration. This is also a wonderful town to shop for lanterns, soft silk, raw silk, or get your clothes tailored within a day.

Optional cost for LANTERN BOAT – flower garland releasing : USD 10/ pax

Hoian is exceptionally spectacular at night. As the sun sets, the pedestrian-friendly streets turn into a sparkling display of colorful lanterns while folk dance and live music performances electrify the atmosphere. Local people love releasing flower garlands on the Hoai River when the sun is down. According to the local cultural concept, each of the flower garlands and colored lanterns is a prayer for health and good things, to eliminate all sorrow and suffering. Not just observing, we can soak up the decorations of the light party. Here, we take a boat trip of 15 minutes in the shimmering space like a fanciful picture with hundreds of flower lanterns floating on the water surface and get to release the flower garlands your own, wishing for good luck to the family and loved ones. Another suggested interesting activity (at your own cost) is joining in Bai choi – a traditional Vietnamese game, or just enjoy shopping at the Night market.

Back to hotel. Overnight in Danang.

DAY 5: DANANG – BA NA HILLS – DANANG (B)

After breakfast, transfer to Ba Na hills and take Cable Car which gains 5 world scores to Ba Na hills station. Reach the French-inspired hilltop resort, we visit the Old Villas, French Stable, and Tinh Tam Garden with our English-speaking guide for a walk down the hills’ memory lane. Admire the lush vegetation and the rich terrains of Truong Son mountain that stretches to the East Sea from the iconic Golden Bridge. Just a few steps away from the village stands the Linh Ung Pagoda, home to the 27-meter high Buddha statue. See an impressive facade of traditional Vietnamese architecture when we visit the pagoda. Next, head to Loc Uyen Garden and Quan Am Pavilion for a walk through well-manicured landscapes that serve as gorgeous backdrops for photoshoots. We reach Nui Chua Peak, marvel at the natural reserve’s beauty and remember to snap a photo or two.

Our next stop will be the Fantasy Park, an amusement park inspired by French chateaus and palaces. Hop on a rollercoaster and make it a memorable one by getting our pictures taken while riding. Have fun with exciting rides fit for all ages. For our last destination, drop by Linh Chua Linh Tu Temple for a glimpse of Vietnam’s Buddhist culture. Tour the temple complex, where a 9-story pagoda and teahouse sit 1,487 meters above sea level.

Please note: Wax Museum entrance fee (USD 5/pax), Debay Wine Cellar entrance fee (USD 5/pax for Silver ticket, including 1 glass of wine, or cocktail, or fruit juice), coin games at Fantasy Park are not included in the entrance ticket, joining them will be at your own account.

Go downhill by cable car and transfer to hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Danang.

DAY 6: DANANG – FREE TIME AT LEISURE (B)

Breakfast at hotel. Today is your free time at leisure. No services provided. Overnight in Danang.

DAY 7: DANANG – FLIGHT TO SAIGON – CITY TOUR (B) 

Breakfast at hotel then check out. Transfer to the airport with driver only (no guide) to take a flight to Ho Chi Minh City, also called as Saigon, the most dynamic city in Vietnam.

Upon arrival, welcomed by the local tour guide and transfer to the down town. Check in your hotel (normal check in time is 2pm).

Start city tour at the War Remnants Museum, one of the most famous historical attractions in Saigon. Coming to the War Remnants Museum, you can learn a part of how Vietnamese had struggled and fought for their independence, freedom, and peace of the nation and the locals’ perspective of the Vietnam War. The exhibits, such as weapons, documents, and photographs, display in the museum are firm evidence of war crimes in Vietnam and speak for the heroic actions of the former Vietnamese generation.

We then visit the Reunification Palace, the witness of the fierce Vietnam War ended in 1975. The grand building today is a Museum and Hall of official receptions. Nearby the Palace are the Notre Dame Cathedral (view from outside only), built between 1877 and 1883 and colonial-styled Central Post Office, one of the city’s major landmarks.

Late afternoon, visit Ben Thanh market, a symbol of Saigon. Have shopping time there. Overnight in Saigon.

Day 8: Ho Chi Minh – Cu Chi tunnels (B) – SIC Tour – Departure

Breakfast and check-out from the hotel. You will be picked up around 07:30-08:00 am. Morning drive to
Cu Chi Tunnels: the network of over 200 km of tunnels became legendary when they played a vital role in
the war. In their heyday, the tunnels were functioning underground cities, including numerous trap doors,
specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers,
and kitchens. After a short introduction video showing how the tunnels were constructed, you will have a
chance to crawl into a short section of the tunnels to feel the oppressive narrowness and heat inside.
Experience the thrill of firing an M15, AK-47, and carbine rifle at the National Defense Sports Shooting
Range (at guests own extra cost). Return to Saigon arround 15:00 pm.
Your driver picked you up and transfer to the airport (without tour guide) for your flight to your home town.

End of service

Tour Cost & Hotel Details

4 star Hotel
INR 53,000 /- Per Person on triple sharing Basis * 6=INR 3,18,000 /- for 6 Adults
INR 43,000 /- per child without extra mattress / Bed * 2 = 86,000 /-
Total : INR 4,04,000 /- for 6 Adults & 2 Kids

5 star Hotel
INR 62,000 /- Per Person on twin / double sharing Basis * 6 = INR 3,72,000 /- 
INR 49,000 /- per child without extra mattress / Bed * 2 = INR 98,000 /-
Total : INR 4,70,000 /- for 6 Adults & 2 Kids+ TCS

Inclusions

• 7-night accommodation based on double/twin sharing room at 03 star or similar hotels
•  Meals as mentioned in the program. B-Breakfast, Br-Brunch, L-Lunch, D-Dinner
•  All entrance fees and sightseeing as mentioned in the program
•  Boat trip(s) as mentioned in the itinerary
•  SIC tours as mentioned in the itinerary
•  Transportation by vehicle with A/C
•  Private airport transfers and private tour transfers
•  Shared vehicle for SIC tours
•  Shuttle bus as mentioned in the itinerary
•  Water during tour day
• Visa Charges
•  Local English speaking guide(s) in Vietnam (different guides in different cities & tour)

Excludes

• Single Supplement; Early check-in and late check-out; Hotel/Room upgrade
• Tips, drinks, personal expenses and any services not mentioned in the program
• Lunch  & Dinner
• All Optional Tours
• All entrance fees and excursions not mentioned above
•  Insurance fees
• Any other meals other than specified above.
• Any other sightseeing other than mentioned above
• Any item of personal nature like tips, laundry, telephone calls etc. All entrance fees and excursions not mentioned above

Airfare & Flight Details : 

 1 . VJ 910 U 27APR BOMHAN HS1 0040 0710 O SA
2 . VJ 505 Q 29APR HANDAD HS1 1040 1200 O MO
3 . VJ 623 L 03MAY DADSGN HS1 0900 1020 O FR
4 . VJ 883 E 04MAY SGNBOM HS1 2005 2340 O SA

Fare : INR 47,500 /- PP  // INR 46,000 /- per child

Please Note :-

•  High Season Surcharges Applicable during Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve.
• 1 USD = INR 85. The prevailing Rate of Exchange of the day of payment will be applicable.
• The passport should be valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure. We are not holding any air seats and hotel bookings at this point of time
• Confirmation of Hotels and other services is subject to availability. Alternate room category, hotels and air bookings may attract extra cost
• Above price is not applicable during Convention Period, High season, Festivals or Fairs. Surcharge may be applicable
• Hotel Check Inn Time 1500 Hrs Early check in and late check out subject to availability. Itineraries are subject to change
• For Security Deposits, Credit card copy is required at the time of hotel check in. Prevailing rate of exchange will be applicable at the time of payment