12 Days in Vietnam | Cultural Exploration with Beach Escapes

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
DAY 1: HA NOI ARRIVAL - JEEP TOUR (D) ( contact AUTHENTIC ADVENTURES TO BOOK for best price )
1 stop
1
Hanoi
HANOI JEEP TOURS: FOOD + CULTURE + FUN IN VIETNAM PEOPLE’S ARMY LEGEND JEEP Sunset & Night Tour: 17:00 -21:00 ( Dinner around 19:30) On the first part of our Hanoi Jeep Tours, we’ll expose you to the REAL HANOI and give you a day-in-the-life experience of the city. We’ll take you through parts of the city that other travel companies don’t usually venture into, including maze-like backstreets, tiny alleyways, local homes, schools, random markets, and black marketplaces. You’ll get to experience where and how locals live, work, and play. At Hanoi Backstreet Tours, we don’t just show you the good side, but also the bad and weird sides of your destination. For us, the popular tourist sites are the tip of the iceberg, and the real destinations are hidden in the unknown.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
NINH BINH FULL DAY (B,L)
3 stops
2
Bai Dinh Pagoda
07:30 – 08:00: Get picked up from Ha Noi by our friendly guide then depart for Ninh Binh province 09:15: Have a short break for 15 – 20 minutes to relax 10:30: Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda – the most famous & biggest Pagoda in Southeast Asia with many records set such as 500 Stone – Arhat Statues, 36 ton-bronze Bell, 100 ton-Buddha Statue…
3 hours • Admission ticket included
3
Trang An Grottoes
12:00: Have lunch in the restaurant with a lot of local foods such as goat meat, fish, chicken, fried rice…. Vegetarian foods are always available in the buffet lunch 13:00: Visit Trang An which was recognized by UNESCO as World Heritage Site in 2014. Trang An has a wonderful tunnel cave system so Kong's Movie Group chose this place for the New Version of Kong in 2016 – “Skull Island”. With 2.5 hours for the boat trip, you will be persuaded by the beauty here.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
4
Mua Caves
15:30: Get back to the Limousine Bus then leave for Mua Cave (Dancing Cave). Walk up almost 500 steps, you can reach the top of Lying Dragon Mountain & have an amazing panoramic view of Tam Coc from here
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
NINH BINH - HA LONG BAY - OVERNIGHT ON CRUISE (B,L,D)
2 stops
5
Hạ Long Bay
7:30: To start the Vietnam travel package, we will pick you up from Ninh Binh to begin the journey to Ha Long 11:30: Upon arriving at Tuan Chau port, you will board a transfer boat that will take you to the cruise. Once onboard, you can enjoy a welcome drink and check in to your accommodation. 12:30: Enjoy a delicious lunch and embark on a special and unique cruise that takes you through two breathtaking areas of Ha Long - Lan Ha Bay.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
6
Lan Ha Bay
14:30: The boat will take you on a scenic journey through the Gia Luan area, Thoi Quyt Island, Ke Ga, and Finger - some of the most beautiful islands located in the southeast of Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay. 16:00: You will have the opportunity to kayak and swim in the picturesque and enchanting Tra Bau Fishing Village area. Here, you can paddle your kayak to catch Snail Da and Ha Da while surrounded by the breathtaking limestone mountains of Lan Ha Bay. 17:00: After kayaking and swimming in the Tra Bau Fishing Village area, you will return to the Cruise to take part in two activities: the Sunset Party and relaxing in the Jacuzzi pool. During this time, guests can enjoy a relaxing moment while sipping a cup of traditional Vietnamese tea or coffee, indulging in fresh fruit on the Sundeck, and watching the gentle and peaceful sunset. 19:30: Enjoy a delectable dinner and then have free time to unwind. You can relax, go squid fishing, or watch a movie at the restaurant.
7 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
HALONG BAY - HANOI - FLY TO DA NANG (B,L)
3 stops
7
Lan Ha Bay
6:15: Wake up early, join the Tai Chi session in the sundeck area, enjoy the fresh atmosphere, and watch the sunrise in Lan Ha Bay. 7:00 – 7:45: Have breakfast. Admit a morning view of the bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee. 08:00: Stroke the stunning views of the Bay and its dramatic limestone islets Visit the famous Tra Bau, it’s time for a free kayak and explore the landscape, or swim...
3 hours • Admission ticket included
8
Hạ Long Bay
09:00: Back to your cabin, relax and check carefully all the luggage before leaving your cabin. 09:30: Check-out and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay for room service. Complete check out procedure and enjoy your brunch at cruise. 10:30: Enjoy the brunch at restaurant. 11:30 - 12:00: Disembark at Tuan Chau harbor then a private car's driver pick up you there to go to Ha Noi * Because of cruising conditions, the program may be changed slightly due to specific weather or tide conditions without prior notice to visitors. Wi-Fi is available although internet connectivity is limited due to the geography of Ha Long.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
9
Da Nang
17:00 Arrival airport for flight to Da Nang. Once arrive in Da Nang airport, we transfer you to a hotel for your stay
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
BAY MAU COCONUT FOREST - HOI AN OLD TOWN (B,D)
2 stops
10
Bay Mau Coconut Forest
15:00 Pick up at the hotel in Da Nang and transfer to Coconut Forest in Cam Thanh, Hoi An. On the way to Hoi An, you will take a rest & visit the Non-Nuoc Stone Carving Village (this stop is arranged flexibly as time arrangement). Visiting Coconut Forest first (about 5km from the southeast of the Hoi An Old Town) - the place is poetic with green pure water and an ecosystem of coconut trees in the forest. You will experience basketboat riding around the coconut forest, and learn about the daily life of Vietnamese fishermen, and local people’s life. While enjoying the basketboat ride, you will join some activities with the boatman. Watching magical basketboat riding shown by boatmen, and experiencing an equally fun basket boat race in the cheering and bustling music drum will be unforgettable memories.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
11
Hoi An Ancient Town
17:00 Move to Hoi An ancient town, a well-known walking town. Hoi An is one of the major trading centers in Southeast Asia during the 16th century due to the early Western trader occupation period. Wander around Hoi An to visit the Chinese Communal House, the Old House of Tan Ky, the Japanese Covered Bridge,… Especially, Hoi An town is very attractive with lanterns on the streets in the evening, so you seem to put yourself into a “Japanese historic town” with ancient architecture and the shimmer of lanterns in the evening. Also, you will have free time to visit Hoi An night market. 19:00: Having yummy local dishes for a dinner meal at a restaurant in Hoi An. 20:00-20:30 Saying goodbye to Hoi An Town and our transport will get back to Danang City. 21:00-21:30 Return to your hotel in Da Nang
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
BANA HILLS FULL DAY (B,L)
2 stops
12
Sun World Ba Na Hills
Breakfast at the hotel. Then take an excursion to Bana Hills Embark on a 35-kilometer journey to Ba Na and elevate your experience with a breathtaking Cable Car ride, boasting 5 world records, leading you to the enchanting Ba Na Hills station. Pause at the captivating By Night station to explore Vong Nguyet hills, Linh Ung pagoda, and the charming Old Villas reminiscent of French architecture. Ascend further on the cable car to reach the summit of Nui Chua Mountain, the pinnacle of the Ba Na range. Revel in panoramic views as you discover Nghinh Phong top, Le Nim Villas, and the serene Orchid Garden. The cable car journey itself is a mesmerizing experience, offering glimpses of the picturesque landscapes below. As your morning adventure unfolds, indulge in a scrumptious lunch at the club restaurant, savoring not just culinary delights but also the stunning vistas surrounding you. Bana Hills promises a perfect blend of natural beauty and architectural wonders
3 hours • Admission ticket included
13
Sun World Ba Na Hills
Afternoon Embark on an exhilarating adventure as you immerse yourself in the boundless fun of Fantasy Park, the third-largest indoor games zone in Vietnam. Unleash your inner thrill-seeker with a plethora of captivating games, including mind-bending 4-5D films, the adrenaline-pumping Skiver, the pulse-quickening Death Race, and the enchanting Dinosaur Park. As the day transforms into night, indulge in a delectable dinner that captures the essence of Da Nang's culinary delights. With a satisfied palate, retire for the night in the heart of Hoi An and ready to embrace the wonders of tomorrow's adventures. Overnight in Da Nang
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 7
DA NANG - NHA TRANG (B)
1 stop
14
Morning, breakfast at the hotel. Your leisure time to explore the ancient town on your own. Transfer to Danang airport for flight to Nha Trang.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 8
NHA TRANG FREE DAY (B)
1 stop
15
Today you will be free to relax. You may choose to snorkel or dive among the coral reefs in crystal blue waters, hike nature trails, cool off in your private plunge pool, indulge in spa treatments, or just relax on the white sand beach and admire the unspoiled mountain and sea views before retiring for the evening. Overnight in Nha Trang.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 9
NHA TRANG - FLY TO HO CHI MINH (B)
1 stop
16
Morning, enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Spend your time at leisure in Nha Trang until we transfer you to the airport for a flight to Ho Chi Minh. Upon arrival in Ho Chi Minh, transfer to the hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is your leisure time to explore the city on your own.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 10
HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR - CU CHI TUNNELS (B,L)
2 stops
17
Ho Chi Minh City
Morning 08:00 – 08: 30 AM: Pick up at your hotel and start the city tour including: Independence Palace (the Reunification Palace) was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. War Remnants Museum which has a vast display of both the Indochina wars. Notre Dame Cathedral & Central Post Office the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times Jade Emperor Pagoda with a peaceful atmosphere & many stories behind each detail of the pagoda. 12:30 AM: Lunchtime with a famous Phở restaurant (Vietnamese noodle soup).
5 hours • Admission ticket free
18
Cu Chi Tunnels
02:00 PM: Depart around 1.5 hours through the pleasant countryside before arriving at Cu Chi Tunnels – the historic site where Vietnamese soldiers used as a shelter during wartime. This fantastic network stretches over 250 km and is the shelter of Vietnamese soldiers during the wars. There is a shooting range where you can try to fire automatic or semi-automatic weapons for a fee (this fee is not included) 06:00 – 07:00 PM: Be dropped off at your hotel. Dinner on your own account. Overnight at the hotel.
5 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 11
HO CHI MINH - MEKONG DELTA (B,L)
2 stops
19
My Tho
08:30 – 09:00 AM Depart from your hotel for My Tho, the town lies on the left side of the Mekong River. Boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands: Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise Islands. Stop over at Unicorn Island, go walking around the country lane and see orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, and folk song music. Visit the fruit plantation. Riding a hand-rowed sampan through the Thoi Son canal Visit the family business, visit the honey-bee farm, and enjoy the honey tea and coconut candy workshop. Have lunch at a local restaurant.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
20
Cycling around the Tan Thach village, meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong Delta. 05:00 – 05:30 PM: Be dropped at your hotel. Dinner on your own. Overnight at the hotel.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 12
HO CHI MINH DEPARTURE (B)
1 stop
21
Ho Chi Minh City
On this day, you are free at your leisure until you are picked up and transferred to the airport (without a guide) for the departure flight. The room is at your disposal until noon. Meals on your own. End of services.
5 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.

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