General Information
Duration: 9 days/8 nights
Tour Routine: Ho Chi Minh – Cu Chi – Mekong Delta – Hanoi – Halong – Ninh Binh – Vientiane
Intended Travel Date: No Fixed Departure, Anytime You Wish
Start/End: Ho Chi Minh / Vientiane
Tour Style: Landscape, Cultural, History
Brief Itinerary
Day 01: Ho Chi Minh arrival
Day 02: Ho Chi Minh City Tour and Cu Chi Tunnels (B, L)
Day 03: Ho Chi Minh – Mekong Delta (B, L)
Day 04: Ho Chi Minh – Flight to Hanoi – City Tour (B, L)
Day 05: Hanoi – Halong Bay (B, L, D)
Day 06: Halong Bay – Hanoi (B, L)
Day 07: Ninh Binh: Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Flight to Vientiane
Day 08: Vientiane city tour (B)
Day 09: Vientiane Departure (B)
Full Itinerary
Day 01: Ho Chi Minh arrival
Xin Chao! Welcome to Ho Chi Minh, the pearl of the far East where intrigue travelers full of culture and history. Today, meet Go Indochina tour guide and driver at Tan Son Nhat international airport and transfer to hotel in the city center. Check-in and free time to relax. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Day 02: Ho Chi Minh City Tour and Cu Chi Tunnels (B, L)
Take a scenic drive this morning to visit Cu Chi Tunnels, one of the few remaining monuments of the Vietnam War. Lie 200 km beneath the ground, the tunnels were dug totally by hand and inhabited by the forces of the Vietnamese guerillas during the conflict.
After lunch, following your afternoon sightseeing with a visit to the Independence Palace, also known as the Reunification Palace which was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence Palace one of the most significant landmarks of Ho Chi Minh City designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu in the 19th century.
Next up, we continue our drive to see the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times including the Notre Dame Cathedral and the historic Central Post Office. We also visit Ben Thanh Market – one of the most typical symbols of Saigon to experience the hectic daily life of the locals. If you like, your guide will assist you to purchase the good items there.
Overnight in Saigon.
Day 03: Ho Chi Minh – Mekong Delta (B, L)
This morning, escape from the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City to take a drive to My Tho, the laidback town lies on the left side of the Mekong River. On arrival, embark on a sampan and cruise down the poetic river and linger around the four picturesque islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands.
Your first stopover is Unicorn Island. You will spend time walking around the country lane where you will see lush orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, and listen to the folk song music which was performed by the local people.
After that, ride a hand-rowed sampan through the Thoi Son canal where you will be mesmerized by the beauty of the countryside. Spend your time visiting the family business, honey-bee farm, and enjoy honey tea and coconut candy in a local workshop.
In the afternoon, head to Tan Thach village where you will meet the local villagers to experience the authentic local daily life in the Mekong delta.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 04: Ho Chi Minh – Flight to Hanoi – City Tour (B, L)
Say goodbye to Ho Chi Minh City this morning to take a domestic flight to Hanoi – the heart of Vietnam. On arrival, meet your local tour guide and driver then transfer to the hotel. You will have the time to have lunch on your own.
In the afternoon, enjoy a half-day city tour. You will first visit Ho Chi Minh complex and his stilt house, the One Pillar Pagoda, Ba Dinh square, and President Palace (outside). Then we visit the Temple of literature – the first university of Vietnam, in which you can observe traditional unique architecture and its history.
Later on, visit the Hoan Kiem Lake – an iconic landmark of Hanoi and Ngoc Son Temple, Opera House. Don’t pass up this chance to visit the Old Quarter which includes 36 streets bearing names such as Rice Street, Silk Street or Paper Street to reflect the businesses originally carried on there from the 15th century.
Free time in the evening. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 05: Hanoi – Halong Bay (B, L, D)
Leave Hanoi this morning to take a drive to Halong Bay – one of the greatest natural wonders of the world. After check-in and security briefings, you will set sail, join us for a typical local lunch in the dining room or in the outdoor dining area. Mingling yourself in the stunning views of the Bay and its dramatic limestone islets as we sail through the calm emerald waters. Exploring the bay on the kayak or comfortably capture the daily life of the fishermen on bamboo boat rowed by the locals.
In the evening, Enjoy the authentic Vietnamese menu for dinner and then relax or joining some activities: book reading, games, movies, and squid fishing…
Day 06: Halong Bay – Hanoi (B, L)
Greet the day with an opportunity to view the sunrise over the bay in the early morning. After breakfast, Explore the Amazing cave and find out how the cave was named Amazing.
Join our short class of Cooking demonstration, how to make spring rolls before an early lunch is served. Back to the wharf.
Day 07: Ninh Binh: Hoa Lu – Tam Coc – Flight to Vientiane
Tour guide and meet you at the hotel’s lobby to drive about 100 kilometers south to Amazing cave l of the Dinh and Le dynasties dating back to the 11th century.
In the afternoon, visit the nearby Tam Coc or translated as Three Caves in Vietnamese where you will capture the natural beauty with the mountain backdrop. You will take a small boat and meander lazily down the river to the ancient caves. Witness the limestone karsts jutting skywards out of electric green rice paddies – you won’t be able to stop taking photos. Returning back to the pier your vehicle will be waiting to take you back to Hanoi connect flight to Vientiane.
Day 08: Vientiane city tour (B)
Sabai di! Welcome to Vientiane! You are staying in the capital and the largest city in Laos. The charming city of Vientiane is rich in Buddhist culture is ready for you to discover!
Enjoy a full day city tour to visit the most famous heritage sites in the city. Start the day with a visit to Buddha Park, a dignified destination where more than 200 statues filled with cryptic symbols. Next head to Wat Sisaket temple, the oldest surviving temples enshrining thousands of Buddhist images. Then we head for a visit Wat Prakeo to witness the fantastic Emerald Buddha image.
Highlight your city tour with a visit to Pha That Luang, an ancient temple dating back to the 1st century and has become the national symbol of the country that featured on Laos’ official seal so far. Finally, complete your sightseeing tour at Patuxay Monument, a war monument was built to dedicate to those soldiers who fought in the struggle for independence from France.
Overnight in Vientiane.
Day 09: Vientiane Departure (B)
Enjoy the last day in Vientiane with a visit to Laos Textile Museum, Ho Phra Keo, and Talaat Sao before departure. Thank you for making your trip with Go Indochina Tours!
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