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Magical Vietnam by Realistic Asia - Hanoi / Ninh Binh / Halong Bay / Hue / Hoi An / Ho Chi Minh - Realistic Asia
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Magical Vietnam by Realistic Asia - Hanoi / Ninh Binh / Halong Bay / Hue / Hoi An / Ho Chi Minh

11 days
4.9
(21)
From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
Tour Operator:
Realistic Asia
Max group size:
15
Age range:
1 to 90
Operated in:
English, German, French, Spanish, Chinese, Russian
Tour id:
136950
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Highlights

  • Take a dip in the spectacular natural beauty of Ninh Binh
  • Immerse yourself the overflowing lantern town, Hoi An
  • Be amazed by the never-ending energy of Ho Chi Minh
  • Discover life of locals alongside the mighty Mekong

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Itinerary

Start in Hanoi and end in Ho Chi Minh City! With the In-depth Cultural tour Magical Vietnam by Realistic Asia - Hanoi / Ninh Binh / Halong Bay / Hue / Hoi An / Ho Chi Minh, you have a 11 days tour package taking you through Hanoi, Vietnam and 7 other destinations in Vietnam. Magical Vietnam by Realistic Asia - Hanoi / Ninh Binh / Halong Bay / Hue / Hoi An / Ho Chi Minh includes accommodation in a hotel as well as flights, an expert guide, meals, transport and more.
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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1: Welcome To Vietnam - Hanoi Arrival
  2. Day 2: Explore The Charms Of Vietnam's Capital (B/L) - group tour
  3. Day 3: Escape To The Spectacular Nature Beauty Of Ninh Binh (B/L) - group tour
  4. Day 4: Discover The Natural Wonder Of The World - Halong Bay (B/L/D) - shared cruise, bus
  5. Day 5: Sunrise From The Cruise Deck - Fly To Hue (B/L)
  6. Day 6: Immerse Yourself In The Royal City Of Hue (B/L) - group tour
  7. Day 7: Transfer from Hue To The Lantern Town Hoi An (B)
  8. Day 8: Travel From Hoi An To Ho Chi Minh (B) - flight included
  9. Day 9: Cruising At The Mighty Mekong Delta (B/L) - group tour
  10. Day 10: Spend Amazing Time In Discovering French Colonial Buildings And Cu Chi Tunnels (B/L) - group tour
  11. Day 11: Biggest Farewell And Warmest Thank You - Ho Chi Minh Departure (B)
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  • Accommodation
  • Flights
  • Guide
  • COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures
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  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Insurance
  • Additional Services

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Operated by Realistic Asia

4.9
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COMPANY OVERVIEW We are one of the leading tour operators in Vietnam and have been offering exceptional and memorable travel experiences in Southeast Asia since 2011. With our local knowledge, we are proud to provide an excellent service and a wide range of activities: from a one-day trip to long multi-country tours; and from a leisure beach break to trekking adventure in jungles. OUR STORY Our story started in 2011 as a small family business offering authentic trips around Vietnam. Our founder Hien Do has always had a passion for travel and a big love for her country, this inspired her to share the true beauty of Vietnam with others. Now Realistic Asia is a well-established tour operator arranging trips throughout South East Asia, including Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, and Thailand. But we still keep the spirit of a small family company treating our clients as our dearest friends. WHAT WE OFFER First-hand knowledge We are locals and know every corner of the destinations we offer. Our team personally checks all the accommodations you will stay in, all activities you will do, and all the places you will visit. We are continuously developing and looking for something new to offer, meeting the demand of any traveler. Our team is always ready to give comprehensive advice about trip planning to any part of Indochina. A passionate team Everyone in our company is a passionate traveler and loves what we are doing. You could expect creativity and deep destination knowledge in our tour itineraries. Our team will always be with you from your first request till the time you are back home from the trip. We also guarantee 24/7 support during your tour. High-Quality Service We are dedicated to offering the highest quality of service possible. We carefully select and regularly check all the accommodations, transport, and activities we offer. We have built a strong partnership with our suppliers to give you the best quality and price. Our experienced and regularly trained guides will take the best care of you. Personal Touch We operate on the customer-centric core and pay attention to the details. We are always available for you and dedicated to creating a perfect holiday. We carefully listen to and follow any special request from our travelers. Any trip from our catalog could be customized to meet your needs. Feel free to discuss with us your dream vacation, and we will make it.

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.6
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  • Magical Vietnam by Realistic Asia - Hanoi / Ninh Binh / Halong Bay / Hue / Hoi An / Ho Chi Minh reviewer 1
    · February 2nd, 2023
    Tessa and the team at Realistic Asia were great. While we had a few hiccups along the way, none were forseeable and Tessa was great at helping find solutions where possible. Loved the intinerary and got to see so much! Highly recommend!
    Realistic Asia commented on this review
    Dear We would like to thank you for taking the time to write this review of your holiday. It warms our hearts to hear such amazing feedback! We’re very grateful for customers like you and hope to see you in Vietnam again. Thank you! Realistic Asia team Show more
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    Trip date: January 2023
  • Magical Vietnam by Realistic Asia - Hanoi / Ninh Binh / Halong Bay / Hue / Hoi An / Ho Chi Minh reviewer 2
    · November 9th, 2022
    This is a must-do tour if you plan to visit Vietnam. Everything went really smoothly from flight taking-off to the very end of the tour. All services were included as promised. The Mekong river was fun, we visited villages and gardens there along with... Show more
    Realistic Asia commented on this review
    Dear Isaac, Thanks so much for your review! We’re really glad to know that you enjoyed your holiday in Vietnam. Your feedback is highly appreciated, as it enables us to further develop our services. Trust us, you’ve made our day immensely better by... Show more
    Trip date: September 2022
  • G
    · October 22nd, 2022
    I had a great trip with Realistic Asia. Everything was organised smoothly and I managed to enjoy fully my first time in Vietnam. Ms Tho dealt with any request and support my trips impeccably. Highly recommended.
    Realistic Asia commented on this review
    Dear Giulio, Thank you so much for sharing your feedback. And we are so happy to know that you enjoyed your time in Vietnam. It was a great pleasure for us to organize your trip. Thank you so much for trusting our company and we hope to see you again!... Show more
    Trip date: October 2022
  • Magical Vietnam by Realistic Asia - Hanoi / Ninh Binh / Halong Bay / Hue / Hoi An / Ho Chi Minh reviewer 4
    · September 12th, 2022
    Beautiful and thoughtfully planned vacation with activities that were enjoyable for both parents and children. The outstanding tour guide who went above and beyond to provide us with in-depth information about his home country, his family, how it is to... Show more
    Realistic Asia commented on this review
    Dear Kevin, thank you for choosing Realistic Asia as a part of your journey. It's glad to hear that you are happy with our arrangement. We hope for a better day to welcome you back to Vietnam - a wonderful land. Best regards, Realistic Asia team.
    Trip date: June 2022
  • Magical Vietnam by Realistic Asia - Hanoi / Ninh Binh / Halong Bay / Hue / Hoi An / Ho Chi Minh reviewer 5
    · August 9th, 2022
    I had a fantastic experience traveling in Vietnam with Realistic Asia. From Hanoi, Ninh Binh, and Hue... each place was wonderful. The excursions to Halong Bay and Mekong Delta were a pleasure, I enjoyed them the most. I did get quite tired at times... Show more
    Realistic Asia commented on this review
    Hi Monica, thanks a lot for your nice words. Next time, we will try our best to schedule the itineraries that fit you well. Really looking forward to welcoming you to Vietnam with us again! Best regards, Realistic Asia team.
    Trip date: May 2022
  • Magical Vietnam by Realistic Asia - Hanoi / Ninh Binh / Halong Bay / Hue / Hoi An / Ho Chi Minh reviewer 6
    · August 9th, 2022
    I had a wonderful time on my tour to Vietnam. I had never seen so many motorbikes before I arrived in Hanoi. It was a bit scary at the beginning, but interesting, I even tried to use a motorbike taxi another day. I was overwhelmed by the mountains in... Show more
    Realistic Asia commented on this review
    Hi Daniel, thank you for your absolute trust. We are happy to know that you had a great time with our services and a wonderful experience in Vietnam. Hope for a better day so that we can welcome you to other amazing lands in Southeast Asia. Best... Show more
    Trip date: June 2022
  • Magical Vietnam by Realistic Asia - Hanoi / Ninh Binh / Halong Bay / Hue / Hoi An / Ho Chi Minh reviewer 7
    · March 15th, 2020
    We booked our trip to Vietnam through Realistic Asia and they were brilliant. So helpful, friendly and gave great advice that meant our trip went so smoothly and we were able to see as much as possible for the short time we were there. The fact that... Show more
    Realistic Asia commented on this review
    Dear Burgess, we are happy to see that you had a great time with our arrangement. We are awaited for more chances to welcome you to other lands in South East Asia. Best regards, Realistic Asia team.
    Trip date: November 2019
  • Magical Vietnam by Realistic Asia - Hanoi / Ninh Binh / Halong Bay / Hue / Hoi An / Ho Chi Minh reviewer 8
    · March 13th, 2020
    Nice hotels, excellent location and good value for money. Thanks for your arrangement during my family trip.
    Realistic Asia commented on this review
    Dear David, We are pleased to know that you had a good time in Vietnam. We hope for more opportunities to welcome you to other places in Indochina. Best regards, Realistic Asia team.
    Trip date: October 2019
  • Magical Vietnam by Realistic Asia - Hanoi / Ninh Binh / Halong Bay / Hue / Hoi An / Ho Chi Minh reviewer 9
    · March 13th, 2020
    Fantastic short break booked with Realistic Asia. everything was excellent from start to finish. Hotel was exceptional for the price we paid. Will definitely book with them again
    Realistic Asia commented on this review
    Dear Max, We are pleased to know that you had a good time in Vietnam. We hope for more opportunities to welcome you to other places in Indochina. Best regards, Realistic Asia team.
    Trip date: November 2019
  • Magical Vietnam by Realistic Asia - Hanoi / Ninh Binh / Halong Bay / Hue / Hoi An / Ho Chi Minh reviewer 10
    · March 10th, 2020
    Great package holiday to Vietnam. Value for money. Thoroughly enjoyed. Thank you.
    Realistic Asia commented on this review
    Dear Bob, We are pleased to know that you are satisfied with our arrangement. We are looking forward to more chances to welcome you to further lands in the Indochina. Best regards, Realistic Asia team.
    Trip date: January 2020

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Magical Vietnam by Realistic Asia - Hanoi / Ninh Binh / Halong Bay / Hue / Hoi An / Ho Chi Minh
From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
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    Dong
    Vietnam
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveller from USA, Canada you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, G. As a traveller from England you will need an adaptor for types A, B, C, E, F. As a traveller from Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types A, B, C, E, F, G.

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    Type B
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    Type C
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    Type E
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    Type F
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    Type G
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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Vietnam. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before May 29th, 2023 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after May 29th, 2023, a minimum payment of $99 is required to confirm your booking with Realistic Asia. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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