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Legacies of Shanghai and Vietnam 13 Days

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From Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City
5.0
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Plan your adventure:
In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
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

    Shanghai

    Start point
    Shanghai, China (Shanghai Pudong International Airport Pick Up )
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Putuo or similar), Hotel (Sunrise on the Bund Hotel or similar), Hotel (Grand Central Hotel Shanghai or similar)
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  2. Day 2

    Shanghai

    Meals
    Lunch (Local Chinese restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Putuo or similar), Hotel (Sunrise on the Bund Hotel or similar), Hotel (Grand Central Hotel Shanghai or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Yuyuan Garden
    • Shopping at Shanghai Old Street
    • Shopping at Nanjing Road
    • Leisure walk along the Bund
    • Visit Jade Buddha Temple
    • View exterior of Oriental Pearl TV Tower
    • Walk Riverside Promenade
    Landmarks
    Yuyuan Garden
    Shanghai Old Street
    Nanjing Road
    The Bund
    Jade Buddha Temple
    Oriental Pearl TV Tower
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  3. Day 3

    Shanghai - Zhujiajiao Water Town

    Meals
    Lunch (Local Chinese restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Putuo or similar), Hotel (Sunrise on the Bund Hotel or similar), Hotel (Grand Central Hotel Shanghai or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Zhujiajiao Water Town
    • Short boating trip along waterway

    Optional Activities

    • Shopping in Shanghai city
    Landmarks
    Zhujiajiao Water Town
  4. Day 4

    Shanghai to Hanoi

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Chalcedony Hotel or similar), Hotel (Le Jardin Hotel & Spa or similar ), Hotel (Apricot Hotel or similar)

    Optional Activities

    • Maglev train ride to Pudong Airport
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  5. Day 5

    Hanoi

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Street food tour featuring rice noodle soup with beef, rice noodle with chicken, rice noodle with grilled pork, snail, dry noodle, sticky rice, donuts, steamed pancakes, Vietnamese sandwiches)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Chalcedony Hotel or similar), Hotel (Apricot Hotel or similar), Hotel (Le Jardin Hotel & Spa or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour
    • Exploration of Hanoi Old Quarter
    • Cultural and historical learning
    Landmarks
    Hanoi Old Quarter
  6. Day 6

    Hanoi to Halong Bay

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Seafood lunch), Dinner (Early dinner on cruise)
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Le Journey Cruise or similar), Berth / Cabin (MilaLux Cruise or similar), Berth / Cabin (Doris Cruise or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise on Halong Bay
    • Exploration of limestone rocks and karst grottoes
    • Visit limestone cave
    • Kayaking or swimming

    Optional Activities

    • Activities on the boat
    • Visit floating villages and shops
    Landmarks
    Halong Bay
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  7. Day 7

    Halong Bay to Hoi An

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast in dining room), Brunch (Brunch while cruise sails back to harbor)
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Le Journey Cruise or similar), Berth / Cabin (MilaLux Cruise or similar), Berth / Cabin (Doris Cruise or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Sunrise viewing
    • Tai Chi class on sun deck
    • Limestone cave exploration with stalagmites and stalactites
    Landmarks
    Halong Bay
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  8. Day 8

    Hoi An

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Vietnamese lunch at local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Kim An Hotel or similar), Hotel (The Saga Hoi An or similar), Resort (Bel Marina Hoi An Resort or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Cycle trip through Hoi An countryside and rivers
    • Paddle boat trip through Eco-Village Cam Thanh in bamboo basket boat
    • Traditional net fishing experience
    • Meeting local fishermen
    • Hands-on learning of traditional net fishing and Purple Crabs
    • Visit to 'Purple Crabs' in canal
    Landmarks
    Hoi An
    Eco-Village Cam Thanh
  9. Day 9

    Hoi An

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Kim An Hotel or similar), Hotel (The Saga Hoi An or similar), Resort (Bel Marina Hoi An Resort or similar)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Hoi An on your own
    Landmarks
    Hoi An
  10. Day 10

    Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Queen Ann Hotel or similar), Hotel (The Odys Boutique Hotel or similar), Hotel (The Myst Dong Khoi or similar )
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  11. Day 11

    Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Queen Ann Hotel or similar), Hotel (The Odys Boutique Hotel or similar), Hotel (The Myst Dong Khoi or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Visit Independence Palace (Reunification Palace)
    • Visit Notre Dame Cathedral
    • Visit Central Post Office
    • Visit War Remnants Museum
    • Cu Chi Tunnel exploration
    • Introduction and video about tunnel construction
    • Explore tunnel systems and military facilities
    • Sample special tea and cassava

    Optional Activities

    • Target shooting experience
    Landmarks
    Independence Palace
    Notre Dame Cathedral
    Central Post Office
    War Remnants Museum
    Cu Chi Tunnels
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  12. Day 12

    Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Queen Ann Hotel or similar), Hotel (The Odys Boutique Hotel or similar), Hotel (The Myst Dong Khoi or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda
    • Sampan cruise around four islands (Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, Tortoise)
    • Walking around Unicorn Island country lanes
    • Orchards visit and tropical fruit tasting
    • Folk song music performance
    • Fruit plantation visit
    • Hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal
    • Family business visit
    • Honey-bee farm visit
    • Honey tea and coconut candy workshop
    • Cycling around Tan Thach village

    Optional Activities

    • Hammock relaxation for those unable to cycle
    Landmarks
    My Tho
    Vinh Trang Pagoda
    Mekong Delta
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  13. Day 13

    Ho Chi Minh City - Departure

    End point
    Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Trường Sơn, Ho Chi Minh City, 72100, Vietnam (Tan Son Nhat International Airport Drop Off)
    Meals
    Breakfast

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5.0
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  • Itinerary
    4.8
  • Transport
    4.2
  • Guide
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    4.4
  • Food
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    April 16th, 2026
    My husband and I had a trip to China and Vietnam in 13 days. This trip was an incredible blend of culture, food, and...
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    Reply from: Realistic Asia
    Dear Hoverson, Thank you for sharing your journey with us. We’re truly happy to hear that your trip across China and Vietnam was such a meaningful and memorable experience. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the cultural depth, local flavors, and beautiful landscapes along the way. We look forward to welcoming you again on your next adventure! Best regards, Realistic Asia team
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    January 31st, 2026
    It was such a wonderful journey! In Shanghai, I had the chance to visit the temples and historic water towns. Vietnam...
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    Traveled in January 2026
    Reply from: Realistic Asia
    Dear Wellington, Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review. We’re truly delighted to hear that your journey through Shanghai and Vietnam was such a wonderful and enriching experience. It’s great to know that you enjoyed the mix of history and culture in Shanghai, as well as the memorable highlights in Vietnam, especially the Halong Bay cruise and the hands-on activities in Hoi An like cycling and the basket boat ride. We’re also pleased that having free time in Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City allowed you to explore at your own pace, creating a well-balanced and personal journey. Your kind words about our professional and friendly guides, comfortable accommodations, and smooth organization mean a lot to us. Creating a stress-free experience with carefully planned details is exactly what we strive for. Thank you for your high recommendation. We’re honored to have been part of your journey and would be delighted to welcome you back for another immersive adventure in Asia in the future. Realistic Asia team
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    January 22nd, 2026
    I recently completed a 16-day China tour arranged through Long Pham, who was my main contact throughout the trip, and...
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    Traveled in January 2026
    Reply from: Realistic Asia
    Dear Trace, Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your 16-day China journey and that the balance of sightseeing and relaxation worked well for you. It’s wonderful to know our local guides, hotel selections, and overall arrangements met your expectations. Long Pham will be especially happy to hear your kind words. He takes great pride in supporting our guests every step of the way. We truly appreciate you choosing us and hope to welcome you again on another adventure in the future. Realistic Asia team
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    November 20th, 2025
    As a solo traveler, I was a bit nervous at first, but the team made everything so easy. From airport pickups to daily...
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    Traveled in October 2025
    Reply from: Realistic Asia
    Dear Morlo, Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We’re truly happy to hear that your solo journey felt smooth, enjoyable, and well-supported from start to finish. Our team always aims to make every traveler feel cared for, so knowing you felt comfortable and connected throughout your trip means a lot to us. Thank you again for trusting us with your holiday. We’d be delighted to welcome you back for another journey in the future! Realistic Asia team
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    October 21st, 2025
    This tour was simply incredible from start to finish! I loved how it combined two very different countries into one...
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    Traveled in October 2025
    Reply from: Realistic Asia
    Dear Pundalik, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear how much you enjoyed your journey through China and Vietnam. It’s fantastic that the itinerary gave you both the vibrant energy of Shanghai and the cultural charm of Vietnam. Our guides will be so happy to know they made your experience even more special. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on another unforgettable journey soon! Realistic Asia team
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    October 19th, 2025
    My family was really satisfied with this trip. Everything was arranged very thoughtfully by Realistic Asia, from...
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    Traveled in September 2025
    Reply from: Realistic Asia
    Dear Majoni, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that your family had such a satisfying and comfortable experience with us. It’s wonderful to know that the hotels, meals, and schedule suited everyone well. Our team always aims to create smooth and enjoyable trips for families, and your feedback truly means a lot to us! Realistic Asia team
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    As a traveler from USA, Canada, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types G, I. As a traveler from England you will need an adaptor for type I. As a traveler from Australia, New Zealand you will need an adaptor for type G.

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for China.Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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