17 days - Going along Vietnam to discover the beautiful scenery and lifestyle

$1,449/person

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival (D)

Pick up at Noi Bai international airport in Hanoi transfer to the hotel in town. One day free for discovering the capital. Overnight at 3*** hotel in Hanoi.

Day 2: Ha noi - Hoa Lu Ninh Binh (B/L/-)

After breakfast, Take a drive around 70 Km to the south of Ha Noi capital to visit Ninh Binh. Arrive in the first capital of Viet Nam- Hoa Lu. Visit the two remaining sanctuaries of the ancient citadel. After that , take a small boat controlling by local people to visit three caves of Tam Coc along Boi river. Back to Ha Noi around 6 pm. Have dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 3: Ha Noi - Lao Cai ( B/L/D)

A full day to discover Hanoi capital with sightseeing places such as; Ho Chi Minh complex, Temple of literature- the first university of Viet Nam, West Lake, Hoan Kiem lake. In the afternoon, take a cyclo tour around the Ha Noi Old Quarter. After dinner , ready to take a night train to Lao Cai. Overnight on train

Day 4: Lao Cai - Sapa ( B/L/D)

Arrive in Lao Cai railway station and have breakfast. And then take a bus to Sa Pa town through terrace fields. On the way , you will have chance to enjoy the fresh air and the natural life of hill tribes: Dzao, H'mong. Arrive in the town, check- in hotel. Afternoon, Visit the Cat Cat hill tribe village. Overnight 3 stars hotel in Sapa.

Day 5: Sapa - Ha Noi (B/L/D)

A trek to the red Dzao village of Taphin. Enjoy traditional local food in the village. In the after noon, trek through green valley to H'mong village of Sin Chai and Ta Van. And then get on bus back to Lao Cai. After dinner, catch night train from Lao Cai back to Ha Noi. Overnight on train

Day 6: Ha Noi - Ha Long (B/L/D)

Arrive in Ha Noi around 5 pm. After breakfast, Take a bus to Halong , The most beautiful Bay in Vietnam on the way stop to visit Dong Ho painting village and But Thap Pagoda, continue going to Ha Long, have short-break in Hai Duong city for a rest. Arrive in Ha Long around 12.00, lunch and then check-in hotel. Afternoon, free to discover the city

Day 7: Ha Long - Ha Noi - Hue (B/L/D)

Check out hotel and the leave to Ha Long wharf , ready to visit the World natural heritage of Halong cruise. Visit Thien Cung grotto, Cho Da , Ga Choi, islands. Back to Ha Long around 12.00. After lunch , get on bus back to Ha Noi and then transfer to Noi Bai airport catch your flight to Hue. Overnight in 3***hotel in Hue.

Day 8: Hue ( B/L/-)

Morning: Visit the Imperial ancient Citadel and then boat trip on Perfume river to enjoy natural tranquil on the bank, Thien Mu pagoda, Minh Mang mausoleum. In the afternoon, visit Khai Dinh, Tu Duc king tombs . Enjoy imperial dinner in Royal costume. Overnight in Hue  

Day 9: Hue - Hoi An (B/L/-)

Leave for Hoi An through Hai Van Pass. Visit Da Nang Cham museum. Arrive in Hoi An, have lunch and then check in hotel. Afternoon: trip to a lantern workshop and Thanh Ha pottery village followed by a sunset boat trip. Night free for discovering the ancient town. Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 10: Hoi An- My Son - Hoi An ( B/L/-)

After breakfast, take a road trip to My Son- the capital and religious center of the former Champa kingdom, 40 km south west of Hoi An. Afternoon, Free at leisure in Hoi An ancient town. Overnight in 3*** Hotel in Hoi An.

Day 11: Hoi An - Nha Trang ( B/L/D) Transfer to Nha Trang by bus, 530km south of Hoi An. Have lunch on the way. Arrive in Nha Trang, have dinner after checking in hotel. Overnight in Nha Trang.

Day 12: Nha Trang ( B/L/-)

All day for visiting islands of Nha Trang: Hon Mun, Hon Mot, Hon Mieu. Visit Tri Nguyen fish lake . Night : Free for discovering Nha Trang city or catch cable-car to visit Vinpearland amusement park. Overnight in 3*** star hotel in Nha Trang.

Day 13: Nha Trang - Da Lat ( B/L/D)

07.30: Take a road trip from Nha Trang to Da Lat. Arrive in Da Lat around 2 pm. Check in hotel and then free at leisure , visit Ho Xuan Huong lake .Overnight at hotel.

Day 14: Da Lat (B/L/D)

Visit Thien Vien Truc Lam, Tuyen Lam lake, Preen waterfall, Than Tho lake, Bao Dai palace. Night is free. Overnight at hotel.

Day 15 : Da Lat- Ho Chi Minh ( B/L/D)

Morning: :Take a road trip around 320km from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City . Lunch on the way. Arrive in Ho Chi Minh city, check-in hotel for dinner. Night is free to discover Saigon the far east Pearl. Overnight in 3***hotel in Saigon. Day 16: Ho Chi Minh - Mekong delta - Ho Chi Minh ( B/L/-)

Am: Pick you up at your hotel and then take a drive to My tho 80 km from downtown Saigon. Arrive in My Tho after 1.5 hours, get on boat which shall start off to Turtle island, a beautiful island with many orchards. Here you can enjoy a variety of tropical fruits while listening to traditional South Vietnamese folk songs performed by local artists. Following up by a short horse cart ride to a Bee Farm, where we can play with the pythons, try some honey tea, and taste local confectionery. Finally, take a short rowing boat ride to our main boat, which in turn will take us to Phoenix island for lunch. Pm: After lunch, we go back to the harbor. Drive back to Ho Chi Minh. On the way stop to visit Dong Tam Snake farm. Overnight in Ho chi Minh city

Day 17: Ho Chi Minh city- departure ( B/-/-)

A haft day for city tour: Ben Thanh market, independence palace, china town, Lunch and the leave to Tan Son Nhat airport. End of a wonderful trip.

Quote per person: 1,349 USD - Single supplement : 340 USD

Service included:

- Domestic Air ticket Hanoi - Hue.  3*** hotel accommodation following program.  A/C Transportation + train tickets 4 soft berths compartment - Meals as mentioned in Itinerary.  English or other language speaking tour guide. Entrance fees to sightseeing places and shows in itinerary

Service excluded:

- Visa arrangement and visa stamp at Airport, International flight from and to Vietnam, Drinks, Telephone, Laundry, Emergency transfer fee. Tips & other personal expenses.

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

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6 days Laos tour to Luang Prabang - Vang Vieng - Vientiane

$489/person

Day 1: Luang Prabang - Arrival (D)

Upon arrival at Luang Prabang international airport of Republic of Laos, you are met and transfer to hotel in Luang Prabang, The Luang Prabang, which is perhaps the best- preserved traditional city in Southeast Asia. The tranquility and charm of this town with its splendid natural scenery and cultural sights make it one of the most delightful places to visit in Laos. On arrival, we visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun, the shrine of Wat Aham, the city's oldest temple of Wat Sene, Wat Mai. We then climb up to the top of Phousi Hill for an enjoyable exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a beautiful sunset view of the city and the Mekong River. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 2: Luang Prabang - Pak Ou Cave (B/ L)

We enjoy a short-guided tour seeing the city's oldest temple of Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xieng Thong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground, which represent the classical architecture of Luang Prabang temple. We then embark on a cruise upstream on the Mekong River, which also gives us a beautiful view of the tranquil countryside as well as an interesting visit to the mysterious of Pak Ou Caves, crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes. Along the way, we stop at the village of Ban Xang Hai, where they make the local rice wine. On return, we take a short drive to Ban Phanom, well known for its hand weaving. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 3: Luang Prabang - Vang Vieng by road (B/ L)

 The National Museum at the former Royal Palace, which displays a lovely collection of the artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture dating from the days of the early kings right through the lastsovereign, and the Central market are not to be missed in the morning. Then we travel by roads to Vang Vieng. The journey is strenuous as we drive along one of the most scenic but rough routes in the whole of Asia. We arrive in Vang Vieng, a small town that is located on a bend in the Nam Song River. This tranquil town is rapidly developed with the advent of tourist, but the beautiful scenery with a mixture of quiet water and limestone out crops is unchanged for century. We embark on our boat for a well-paced trip on the Nam Song River, exploring the breathtaking mountain landscape. Over night in Vang Vieng.

Day 4: Vang Vieng (B/L)

 The limestone cliffs and valleys surrounding the resort complex of Vang Vieng are home to numerous caves and caverns. The most famous of these caves, Tham Jang, was used by local people around 200 years as a hideout from Chinese invaders. We visit this beautiful cave this morning before we take a walk to the Tai Deang and the Souay hill tribe villages. They are all friendly and welcoming. The remain of the day is free for your own exploration of the town and relaxation. Overnight in Vang Vieng.

Day 5: Vang Vieng - Vientiane (B/ L)

 Morning: Heading out of town we drive back to Vientiane. Along the way we make astop to visit the archaeological sight of Vang Xang dating back from the 11th century. Arriving Vientiane for city tour, Vientiane is the charming and fascinating capital of Laos. This small town conjures up exotic images, with the curious mix of Lao, Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese, French influences. We explore the town this afternoon with Wat Sisaket which is the oldest temple still standing in Vientiane. This amazing structure features remarkable frescoes and Buddha images. The following sight is Wat Prakeo, the former royal temple of Laos monarchy, where previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha Statue. We then visit the imposing Patuxay Monument, which is well known as Vientiane's own Arcde Triumph before continuing to the famous That Luang Stupa. Overnight in Vientiane.

Day 6: Vientiane - Departure (B)

 Breakfast at hotel , free at leisure until transfer to airport for departure flight.

Quotation per person: 489 USD in twin sharing basic - Single supplement: 120 USD

Inclusive:

-Hotel accommodation in 3 stars category -Private car/ mini van or bus -Boat trip on Mekong River & Nam Song River -Entrance fees for sightseeing places mentioned in itinerary -Local English speaking guide -Meals as indicated in program

Exclusive:

-Drinks, except otherwise mentioned -International flight and international airport tax on departure -Insurance, Personal expenses & Tips -Lao Visa - apply and issue at airport with cost 30$/pax