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Vietnam Classic Tour In 15 Days by Realistic Asia

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From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German, French, Spanish, Dutch
Group Size 1 - 15
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Hanoi

    Hanoi
    Start point
    Sân bay quốc tế Nội Bài, Sóc Sơn, Huyện Sóc Sơn, Hanoi 140800, Vietnam (Noi Bai international airport)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Silk Path Luxury or similar), Hotel 4* ( Tirant Hotel or similar), Hotel 5* (Apricot Hotel or similar)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Hanoi Old Quarter at own pace
    Landmarks
    Hanoi Old Quarter
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  2. Day 2

    Hanoi to Sapa

    Hanoi to Sapa
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (The View Sapa or similar), Hotel 4* (Amazing Sapa or similar), Resort (Silk Path Grand Resort and Spa or similar)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Sapa town
    Landmarks
    Sapa
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  3. Day 3

    Sapa - Y Linh Ho - Lao Chai - Ta Van

    Sapa - Y Linh Ho - Lao Chai - Ta Van
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in Lao Chai village nearby the river)
    Accommodation
    Home-stay

    Included Activities

    • 12 km guided trek through rice terraces and mountains
    • Visit Y Linh Ho village (Hmong minority)
    • Visit Lao Chai village (Hmong minority)
    • Visit Ta Van village (Dzay people)
    • Overnight stay and cultural experience in Ta Van
    Landmarks
    Y Linh Ho
    Lao Chai
    Ta Van
  4. Day 4

    Ta Van - Giang Ta Chai - Sapa - Hanoi

    Ta Van - Giang Ta Chai - Sapa - Hanoi
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Silk Path Luxury or similar), Hotel 4* ( Tirant Hotel or similar), Hotel 5* (Apricot Hotel or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Trek to Giang Ta Chai village (Red Dao minority)
    • Trek through bamboo forest in Hoang Lien National Park
    • Visit waterfall and rattan bridge
    Landmarks
    Giang Ta Chai
    Hoang Lien National Park
    Su Pan
  5. Day 5

    Hanoi to Halong Bay

    Hanoi to Halong Bay
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch served on board while cruising through islets), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Le Journey Cruise or similar), Berth / Cabin (La Pandora Cruise or similar), Berth / Cabin (Doris Cruise or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise through Halong Bay islets
    • Swimming and kayaking activities
    • Cave visits (depending on boat itinerary)
    Landmarks
    Halong Bay
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  6. Day 6

    Halong Bay to Hanoi

    Halong Bay to Hanoi
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast served on board), Lunch (Early lunch before arrival at port)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Silk Path Luxury or similar), Hotel 4* ( Tirant Hotel or similar), Hotel 5* (Apricot Hotel or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Sunrise cruise on Halong Bay

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Hanoi at own pace
    Landmarks
    Halong Bay
  7. Day 7

    Hanoi to Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Ninh Binh

    Hanoi to Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Ninh Binh
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Buffet lunch with local foods including goat meat, fried rice (vegetarian options available))
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Cherish Hue Hotel or similar), Hotel 4* (Eldora Hue or similar), Resort (Silk Path Hue or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Hoa Lu ancient capital (temples of King Dinh and King Le)
    • 1.5 hour bamboo boat cruise through Tam Coc caves
    • 45 minutes cycling around Tan Thach village
    • Meeting local people in Mekong delta villages

    Optional Activities

    • Relax on hammocks instead of cycling
    Landmarks
    Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
    Tam Coc
    Tan Thach Village
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  8. Day 8

    Hanoi to Hue

    Hanoi to Hue
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Hue city center
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  9. Day 9

    Hue

    Hue
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch with Hue dishes)

    Included Activities

    • Dragon boat cruise on Perfume River (30 minutes)
    • Visit Thien Mu Pagoda
    • Visit Hue Imperial Citadel
    • Visit Dong Ba Market
    • Visit Khai Dinh King's Tomb
    • Visit Minh Mang King's Tomb
    • Herbal foot bath experience
    • Visit Conical Hat Village with hands-on experience
    • Visit Incense Stick Village with hands-on experience
    Landmarks
    Perfume River
    Thien Mu Pagoda
    Hue Imperial Citadel
    Dong Ba Market
    Khai Dinh King's Tomb
    Minh Mang King's Tomb
    Conical Hat Village
    Incense Stick Village
  10. Day 10

    Hue to Hoi An

    Hue to Hoi An
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Travel through Hai Van Pass

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Hoi An surrounding area
    Landmarks
    Hai Van Pass
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  11. Day 11

    Hoi An

    Hoi An
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Rent bicycle and explore Hoi An
    • Visit Hoi An beach
    • Visit tailor shop for custom clothing
    • Explore Hoi An Old Town in evening
    • Enjoy colorful street performances
    Landmarks
    Hoi An Old Town
    Hoi An Beach
  12. Day 12

    Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh

    Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Ho Chi Minh city center
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  13. Day 13

    Ho Chi Minh to My Tho - Ben Tre - Can Tho

    Ho Chi Minh to My Tho - Ben Tre - Can Tho
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda
    • Sampan cruise around Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise islands
    • Walking tour of Unicorn Island village paths and orchards
    • Tropical fruit tasting
    • Traditional Vietnamese folk music performance
    • Visit fruit plantation
    • Small sampan ride through Thoi Son canal
    • Visit family bee-keeping farm
    • Honey tea and coconut candy workshop
    • Cycling around Tan Thach village
    • Meet local people to experience daily life

    Optional Activities

    • Relax on hammocks instead of cycling
    Landmarks
    Vinh Trang Pagoda
    Dragon Island
    Unicorn Island
    Phoenix Island
    Tortoise Island
    Thoi Son Canal
    Tan Thach Village
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  14. Day 14

    Can Tho to Cai Rang Floating Market - Ho Chi Minh

    Can Tho to Cai Rang Floating Market - Ho Chi Minh
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Leisurely boat ride on Lower Mekong River (Bassac River)
    • Visit Cai Rang Floating Market
    • Walking tour of local noodle factory
    • Visit Munir Ansay Pagoda (Khmer temple)
    • Boat ride to Con Son tourist area
    • Visit fruit plantation
    • Taste seasonal fruits
    Landmarks
    Cai Rang Floating Market
    Bassac River
    Munir Ansay Pagoda
    Con Son Tourist Area
  15. Day 15

    Ho Chi Minh

    Ho Chi Minh
    End point
    Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Trường Sơn, Quận Tân Bình, Hồ Chí Minh 736900, Vietnam (Tan Son Nhat International Airport)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit local markets for souvenirs

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    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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