12 days - Exploring Vietnam by tourist train - Railroad travel

$1,169/person

Day 01: Ha Noi arrival (D)

Upon your arrival in Hanoi. Guest will be met, picked up at Noi Bai International airport by driver and Tour Guide, transfer to Hanoi, visit to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, former palace of Governor, one Pillar Pagoda Unique in form of lotus blossom, continue to visit : Temple of Literature dedicated to Confucius, Hoan Kiem Lake . Cyclo-ride to Hanoi old quarter with 36 streets, the heart of old Hanoi with narrow streets lined with shops. Dinner at the restaurant. Overnight at 3*** hotel in Hanoi.

Day 02: Ha Noi - Ha Long (B-L-D)

Departure for Halong, en route, visit handicrafts workshop Hong Ngoc. Arrival in Ha Long, Boarding a cruise for 5 hours in the extraordinary Halong Bay the most beautiful bay in Vietnam, the bay is dotted with more than 3,000 islands and islets of all sizes, mostly limestone mountains that arise dramatically from the sea by its natural beauty, Halong Bay is considered one of the wonders of the world. The legend is that a dragon descended to quench and finding it beautiful the place is no longer left. Its scales today rocks wooded dot the bay. Since then, It has been called "Bay of descending Dragon" (Ha Long). Lunch on board then proceeds to the Ha Long City. Dinner and overnight in 3 *** Hotel in Halong.

Day 03: Halong - Hoa Lu - Ha Noi (B-L/-)

Route to Ninh Binh to visit Hoa Lu through Thai Binh for the discovery of the Halong Bay in land. Boat trip in the mid-land rice fields, visit the caves of Tam Coc. Lunch at local restaurant. Continue to visit to ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th century and temples dedicated to Kings Dinh & Le. Back in Ha Noi. After Dinner you will enjoy Water puppet show . Overnight in 3*** hotel in Hanoi .

Day 04: Hanoi - Hue (B-L/-)

Visit beautiful Museum of Ethnography, Tran Quoc Pagoda at West lake. Lunch in town. PM free for shopping. Dinner in town. 19h00 or 23h00 Boarding to air-conditioned sleeper train to Hue. Overnight on train.

Day 05: Hue (B-L-D)

Arriving in Hue in the morning. Visit the imperial city (Hoang Thanh) to the 13 feudal kingdoms Nguyen (1802-1945). Lunch at restaurant. Visit the tombs of emperors Tu Duc and Minh Mang, discovery market lively Dong Ba which offers a wide selection of local products. Royal dinner dress where you can sample local specialties. Overnight in 3***hotel in Hue .

Day 06: Hue - Da Nang - Hoi An (B-L-D)

Cruise on the Perfume River, visit Thien Mu Pagoda (Heavenly Lady) containing several Buddha. Then route to Da Nang by the pass of the Clouds, photo stop at fishing village of Lang Co located at the foot of the Hai Van Pass. Continuing road to Hoi An to discover the ancient city of Hoi An, a mixture of old Chinese architecture, Japanese and Vietnamese, which was a port of international trade, the most busiest commercial port in Asia until the eighteenth century, visit its ancient houses and old Chinese temples. Dinner and overnight in 3*** Hotel in Hoi An .

Day 07: Hoi An - Da Nang - Nha Trang (B-L-D)

Back to DaNang toVisit marble mountain (marble work), beautiful Cham Museum in Danang. Transfer to Da nang station to boarding of air-conditioned sleeper train to Nha Trang. Dinner on board. Transfer city of Nha Trang. Overnight in 3 star hotel in Nha Trang 

Day 08: Nha Trang (B-L-D)

Transfer to visit aquarium on Tri Nguyen, take boat trip to visit Island Mieu and then HonTam (island of silkworms) and relaxation with the possibility of swimming. Back in town for lunch. PM visit to Cham Ponagar tower and Long Son Pagoda. Dinner and overnight in Hotel

Day 09: Nha Trang - Da Lat (B-L-D)

Road to Da Lat through lush vegetation. En route, visit Yang bay water. Visit church Coho of the Rooster, the old rail way station Trai Mat, the botanical gardens of Da Lat. Walk around the Xuan Huong Lake. Dinner and overnight in hotel.

Day 10: Da Lat - Saigon (B-L/-)

Visit the local market, Tuyen Lam Lake, and a pretty pagoda on Lake Truc Lam and road through rubber plantations, coffee and typical town of Bao Loc. Lunch at restaurant in Bao Loc. Continuous road to Ho Chi Minh formally called "Saigon". Dinner and overnight in 3***hotel in Saigon.

Day 11: Saigon (B-L/-)

Visit the Chinatown: Binh Tay market, Thien Hau Temple, the Jade Emperor Pagoda. Lunch in town. Discover the city with the central post office to architecture metal (late 19th century) style Eiffel, Notre Dame Church (building of red brick neo-Romanesque), the Reunification Palace, the old colonial workshop Craft lacquer. Dinner and overnight in hotel.

Day 12: Saigon - Departure (B)

Free for last minute shopping until transfer to airport for departure back home.

-  Fare for this tour: 1,169 USD/person 
- Single supplement: 300 USD

+ The above tour fare INCLUDED:

- Transfers & transportation by air - conditioner van or bus for the whole program

- Accommodation in twin sharing room in hotels of category 3*** hotel

- Main meals as indicated in program.

- Cruise in Halong Bay and other places in program

- Entrance fees and excursions mentioned in the program

- Shows mentioned in the program - Local tourist guide speaking your language

- Train tickets for all routes mentioned in the program

+ The above tour fare EXCLUDED:

- International and domestic air tickets - Any services not expressly specified in the program.

- Air port taxes and overweight luggage - Vietnam visa approval letter & Visa stamp fee at airport.

- Travel insurance, beverages and tips to local driver and Tour guide

NOTE
We can change the arrival and departure airport in the tour to meet your schedule

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Vietnam highlights - Enjoy Vietnam culture in a unique way

$889.00

Day 01: Hanoi (D) Pick up at Noi Bai International airport by driver and Tour Guide transfer to Hanoi downtown to visit the former palace of Governor, one Pillar Pagoda Unique form of lotus blossom, Tran Quoc Pagoda by West lake. Temple of Literature dedicated to Confucianism and used to be the first University of Vietnam, Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple . Cyclo-ride 36 old districts of Hanoi old quarter, the heart of old Hanoi with narrow streets lined with shops. Dinner at the restaurant. Overnight in 3*** hotel in Hanoi.

Day 02: Hanoi - Hoalu ( B-L/-)

After breakfast at hotel. Departure for Ninh Binh to visit Hoa Lu and Tam Coc an other Halong Bay in land. Take flat-bottomed boat through the peaceful landscape prints of Van Long: canals and rice fields bordered by high cliffs sculptural. afternoon boat trip around the lake village of Kenh Ga entering the colorful scenes of life in a traditional peasant site remained very authentic. Back to Hoa Lu , overnight in Hotel Ninh Binh.

Day 03: Hoa Lu - Halong ( B-L-D)

Breakfast at hotel, check out and departure by road to Ha Long. Boarding a cruise junk through the extraordinary landscapes of the Bay on emerald waters which flow over 3000 islands limestone peaks and fantastic shapes and awarded as World Natural heritage since 1994. Lunch served with seafood on board. Afternoon continue your cruise to visit various shapes islands in the Ha Long Bay area, if sunny, there will be a chance for a swim at the fresh water area. 15h30' back to shore to have dinner in Restaurant in town and overnight in 3 *** Hotel in Halong.

Day 04: Halong - But Thap - Hanoi ( B-L/-)

The morning route to Hanoi, visit But Thap pagoda - beautiful architecture of XVII century. Lunch at Cha Ca restaurant known for its specialty of grilled fish. In the afternoon continue to visit of superb museum of ethnography to discover the diverse cultures of Vietnam. In the evening enjoy Water puppet show. Dinner at the restaurant. 3*** hotel in Hanoi.

Day 05: Hanoi - Hue ( B-L-D)

Transfer to Noi Bai airport for flight to Hue. Pick up at Phu Bai local airport by driver and guide, transfer to Hue city for lunch. Afternoon visit to the Imperial City of the dynasty Nguyen with midday Gate, the Palace of Supreme Harmony, the temple of Nguyen, then visit Thien Mu Pagoda, known as the Lady Celeste, with its octagonal tower overlooking the river. Boat ride on the Perfume River to enjoy Hue at sunset. Dinner and overnight in 3***hotel in Hue.

Day 06: Hue - Hoi An ( B-L/-)

Continue to visit Hue with the mausoleum of Tu Duc, beautifully landscaped with historical story of the King during the Nguyen Dynasty from 1802-1945. Departure by road to Hoi An between China Sea and foothills of the Cordillera Anamese stop at the pass of the Clouds and fishing village of Lang Co. Lunch, continue drive to Hoi An, Hoi an tour by bicycle rides through the streets until the small fishing port. Boat trip to see the fish men to lift their fishnet to earn a living. Diner in restaurant. Overnight in 3*** Hotel in Hoi An.

Day 07: Hoi An - Danang - Ho Chi Minh ( B-L/-)

Morning After breakfast at hotel, Start to discover Hoi An, formerly was the busy seaport in the 16th century. This very active counter with 18th-19th centuries, classified as World Heritage Site by Unesco, is a perfect example of classical architecture with his Vietnamese covered bridge, its old houses, temples congregations of Quang Dong and Fukien and colorful market stalls. Transfer to Da Nang for Lunch. Continue to Da Nang airport to take local flight to Ho Chi Minh. Dinner and overnight at 3***hotel in Saigonl.

Day 08: Ho Chi Minh - Mekong Delta - Ho Chi Minh ( B-L/-)

Buffet breakfast at hotel. Road excursion to the lush Mekong Delta. Boat trip in a small boat and then through the arm of the river, its canals, villages, farms and orchids, Ben Tre up for a tasting of local products, tropical fruits and tea with honey. Lunch at local restaurant before returning to Ho Chi Minh. Dinner and overnight in 3***hotel in Saigon.

Day 09: Ho Chi Minh City tour( B-L/-)

Morning, breakfast at hotel, following with an orientation tour through the colonial city: the Cathedral, the Post and the former Catinat Street . Then explore the China Town of Cholon lively and colorful: Binh Tay market, Thien Hau Pagoda (Heavenly Lady), the Reunification Palace (former Norodom Palace), the manufacture of lacquer, the Ben Thanh market. Lunch and dinner at a restaurant. Overnight in the hotel.

Day 10: Ho Chi Minh Home (B)

After buffet breakfast at hotel. Free at your leisure or last minute shopping at downtown before transfer to airport for flight home. End of the tour.

Quote per person: 889 USD Single supplement: 220 USD PRICE INCLUDED :

Transfers, transportation listed in the program. Accommodation in twin sharing room in hotels of category 3***

Meals as indicated in program. Cruise in Ha Long Bay and other places

Entrance fees and excursions mentioned in the program. Shows mentioned in the program. Local guide speaking your language

PRICE EXCLUDED :

International and domestic air tickets. Any services not expressly specified in the program. Taxes and airline security.

Visa stamp fee. Travel insurance, beverages and tips to local driver and Tour guide

Note: B= Breakfast- L = Lunch- D = Dinner

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