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This specially designed Handcrafted Tour is for those who love to indulge in the relaxation, soft adventures, and luxury you deserve but still want to explore the best highlights of Vietnam. This trip combines the hidden charms of Hanoi’s 1000-year-old capital. We visit 3 UNESCO sites: The amazingly stunning Ha Long Bay, the Ancient Capital: Hue, and the peacefully romantic ancient town of Hoi An. Travel and eat like a local as we enjoy the thrilling Top Gear motorbike tour in Hue, and see the real Vietnam in Bac Ninh Tranquil. Wander the quaint streets of Hoi An’s ancient town, explore the dynamic Saigon, chill on the white sand beaches and hotel spa, and experience life floating in the beautiful Mekong. A truly authentic experience of Vietnamese culture, people, and life.
This is an open and flexible program, we can customize this tour and have a full package with upgrade services. If you’d like to discover more about your trip you can join in with any optional activities, let us know and we’ll arrange these for you: Email us at [email protected]
Ha Noi, Viet Nam
Ho Chi Minh city, Viet Nam
AVT-VN04
History & Culture, Relaxing, Luxury, Nature…
2 – Light
Min. 06
Max. 18
Today you arrive in Hanoi, Vietnam’s bustling 1000-year-old colonial capital.
After checking into your room at Hotel, enjoy your free time, refresh yourself, and relax. Wandering around this beautifully romantic and bustling city in Old Quarter Area to observe the real life of locals. Let’s try some Yummy Vietnamese food.
We will visit the oldest pagoda located on the Island of beautiful Hoan Kiem Lake then you enjoy watching the traditional Water Puppet Show to understand more about Vietnamese Culture
Afterward, we will enjoy a welcome dinner to taste delicious Vietnamese food that you will try more on this trip
Meals Included: Dinner.
Accommodation: La Siesta Hotels in Hanoi.
8:30-8:45 Stop at the bank of Duong River, get dressed up with biking equipment and a camera to be ready for a bike ride offers you views of fertile riverside farms and the daily life of the village’s rustic dotting green bamboo tree lines and fields of rice, flowers, and vegetables…
Give your hands to the farmers, if you like to help, try to be a real farmer to join them to plough the soil or seeding vegetables…and take a picture to save the memorable experience. Wave your hands to the farmers; keep cycling along the farm then stop to visit a local temple for a great view.
Enjoy the breath-breaking peaceful scenery of the countryside of the riverside, we stop to take pictures of river views then visit one of the oldest pagodas- But Thap, and understand more about Vietnamese Buddhism dating back to the 13th century. Admire the impressionistic Buddhist statue with a thousand arms and thousand eyes, meet friendly locals, take pictures of water buffaloes…
10:45-11:00 Cycling further through the Rice Field to Dau Fu Village where you learn about how to make Dau Phu from Soybean, really interesting manual labor to make Yummy Dau Phu for Vegetarian, is highly recommended by the local people to taste traditional Vietnamese food.
Stop by the Kumquat garden, where thousands of kumquat trees are growing and breathing fresh air in the peaceful countryside for the Lunar New Year tradition.
11:45-12:00 We proceed to the dyke to visit the Ancestral Mausoleum Kinh Duong Vuong –the primitive Ancestor founder of Vietnam, Dragon, and Fairy, from 2792 BC located on the bank of the River, wander around, and sightseeing, you can see many giant old trees.
12:30-13:00 We have yummy lunch with a local family in typical traditional wooden houses made from bricks with Tile roofs, you can try to cook if you want, fresh Rolls with fun.
Relax and walk around the village to visit how local people use colored papers to make artwork like Money, houses, shoes, and horses …to do ancestor worshipping on the anniversary days, so unique!
14:00-14:30 Next, we’re cycling to Dong Ho Folk painting-UNESCO Intangible World Heritage, You love painting, and you have a chance to be an artist to draw your own pictures!
Here is a unique Folk Painting that used Gio Papers from nature to be printed on Wood blocks with special inks from natural leaves, and shells …the pictures tell you about local life, festival, and animals, especially the Rat wedding ones …grab your own picture!
16:30-17:00 Wandering more around to enjoy the peaceful scenery of the countryside, we visit the old Northern Style -Wooden House of Local Family where you will see the real life and typical architecture and traditional Ancestor Worship then we drive back to Hanoi. Or if you like to have a peaceful overnight at the Village, do the homestay with the local family that would be an amazing real-life local experience.
After breakfast, we set out on a 3-hour drive through the beautiful countryside to the UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site: Ha Long Bay.
We’ll enjoy your night on a Luxury Boat Cruise in the amazing bay: a natural wonderland composed of jutting limestone islands and sparkling turquoise waters. Welcome aboard and savor a gourmet lunch of fresh seafood while we are sailing out into the mystical bay of over one thousand stunning limestone islands. Chill and relax on the Bay. Do some water sports, kayaking, or Swimming. Back to the boat where you’ll spend the night being lulled to sleep by the gentle rocking of calm waters.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Accommodation: 5 Star luxury Boat Cruise.
Lazy morning, wake early or relax and enjoy the sunrise over the bay’s towering islands. Enjoy a morning cup of coffee or tea before setting out to explore the bay with colorful limestone stalagmites and stalactites.
Have brunch on the boat then back to Ha Long City where the driver will meet you at the dock and we drive to the Airport to catch the flight to the ancient capital
Meals included: Breakfast or Brunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Hue
Hue was the first place in Vietnam to be declared a UNESCO World Culture Heritage Site in 1993!
Fresh off the overnight train we arrive in Hue and transfer to the hotel. Once the imperial capital of Vietnam, Hue holds the treasures of the country’s royal past. Enjoy free time in the morning to rest or explore the city at your own pace.
In the afternoon, we’ll be exploring Hue like a local – from the back of a motorbike as we embark on the Top Gear Tour! Straddle the saddle and whiz around town with a local guide, taking in the beautiful historic sights along the way. We’ll stop at Thanh Toan Bridge – the 18th-century covered bridge, and visit the Rice Museum and a local market. We keep driving further to visit the 17th-century active Buddhist monastery, Thien Mu Pagoda, and see the car that belonged to the Monk Thích Quang Duc who self-immolated in 1963 in protest against the treatment of Buddhists by the South Vietnamese regime.
Enjoy a vegetarian feast for lunch at a nunnery. Check out the royal tombs of Emperors and learn more about the life of Royal Kings before heading back to town. Back in town at the hotel, you can enjoy a free evening to relax by the swimming pool and enjoy the local restaurants.
Special Information: The motorbike tour is a great adventure and showcases the countryside and real-life experiences in Vietnam. It’s a lot of fun and highly recommended!
The motorbike tour has been assessed for safety and is closely monitored. Please ensure that your travel insurance covers riding a pillion on a motorbike up to 125cc. If you prefer not to participate in the motorbike riding, please let your Tour Leader know and they will arrange car transportation at no extra cost.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Hue
Today we’ll spend an entire day touring Vietnam’s former ancient capital with the Top Gear Tour. A motorbike tour is experienced sitting on the backside of a Motorbike where you can enjoy the peaceful Hue countryside with its local markets, conical hats, incense-making villages, an old tiger arena, and a romantic view of the hills down to the Perfume River. We’ll also see the Kings’ tombs, the Imperial Citadel, home to the Imperial City, and the Forbidden Purple City. The Imperial City was created in the 19th century and modeled on the Forbidden City in Beijing. The Imperial Enclosure houses many palaces and temples within its walls. Following that, we will visit the oldest, Thien Mu Pagoda before taking our bus back to the hotel for some much-needed relaxation.
Special Information: The motorbike tour is a great adventure and showcases the countryside and real-life experiences in Vietnam. It’s a lot of fun and highly recommended!
You do not have to drive by yourself, just sit in the back seat of the driver, relaxing and enjoying sightseeing the peaceful beautiful scenery of the countryside.
The motorbike tour has been assessed for safety and is closely monitored. Please ensure that your travel insurance covers riding a pillion on a motorbike up to 125cc. If you prefer not to participate in motorbike riding, please let your Tour Leader know and they will arrange car transportation at no extra cost.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Romance Hotel, Hue
After breakfast, we depart Hue for the scenic mountainous drive to Hoi An. We’ll stop at the fishing village of Lang Co for refreshments and at the dramatic Hai Van Pass, the high dividing line between the climate zones of North and South Vietnam, to admire the spectacular views.
Upon arrival in Hoi An, you’ll check in at your hotel. After settling in, we’ll begin a sightseeing walk through the Old Town to visit the city’s major attractions. You’ll also be given a sightseeing pass (note that the pass is valid for 3 days there, please always bring it with you when in town) so you can further explore select attractions at your leisure.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An.
After breakfast we drive (roughly 3 hours) to Hoi An, stopping over at Lang Co beach and then passing over the 500 meter high, Hai Van Pass with stunning scenery. If the weather permits, we’ll also stop at Danang to visit the handicraft village at the foot of Marble Mountain.
Upon arrival in Hoi An, we’ll check in at the hotel. After settling in, it’s time to start exploring with a sightseeing walk through the Old Town to visit the city’s major attractions. You’ll also be given a sightseeing pass (note that the pass is valid for 3 days there, please always bring it with you when in town) so you can further explore select attractions at your leisure. The evening is free for you to enjoy, there are many cafes, restaurants, and bars as well as places to shop and even have clothes tailor-made!
Today, enjoy the relaxing resort popular with tourists for its eclectic architecture, skilled tailors, and numerous cafes.
Immerse yourself in the tranquillity and charm of this sleepy riverside town. From the 15th to 18th centuries Hoi An was a thriving international port frequented by the Chinese, Dutch, French, Japanese, Portuguese, and Arab traders, who came to trade in the high-quality silk still produced in the region.
Take the opportunity to order tailor-made clothes, shop for souvenirs and jewelry, and explore the beautiful night market stocked with unique colorful lanterns. If shopping isn’t your thing, take the weight off your feet in one of Hoi An’s many cafés and restaurants, enjoy a massage, or relax on Cua Dai or An Bang Beach. Check with your guide or hotel about cooking classes too!
Meals included: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Today, enjoy the relaxing resort popular with tourists for its eclectic architecture, skilled tailors, and numerous cafes.
Immerse yourself in the tranquillity and charm of this sleepy riverside town. From the 15th to 18th centuries Hoi An was a thriving international port frequented by the Chinese, Dutch, French, Japanese, Portuguese, and Arab traders, who came to trade in the high-quality silk still produced in the region.
Take the opportunity to order tailor-made clothes, shop for souvenirs and jewelry, and explore the beautiful night market stocked with unique colorful lanterns. If shopping isn’t your thing, take the weight off your feet in one of Hoi An’s many cafés and restaurants, enjoy a massage, or relax on Cua Dai or An Bang Beach.
Optional Hands-on Cooking class: At 4 pm we’ll join a Vietnamese Cooking Class. This includes a trip to the local market to get the ingredients we need, then we’ll return to the restaurant and learn to cook authentic Vietnamese cuisine under the guidance of an expert chef. Afterward, we’ll all sit down to enjoy the delicious meal we’ve prepared.
We have breakfast at the hotel and then drive to the airport to take the flight to Vietnam’s biggest commercial hub: Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) – a very dynamic and modern metropolis.
Arrive in the late morning and enjoy an orientation tour with Cyclo Tour through Ho Chi Minh City’s bustling streets en route to the hotel. We’ll eat lunch at a downtown restaurant then set out on a guided city tour. In the afternoon, we will visit the former Head Quarter of Saigon – The Independent Palace then tour to War Remnant Museum, walk to see Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Post Office, and Ben Thanh Market. Enjoy the rest of the day free at your leisure.
Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon
Today we spend a day away from the busy city of Saigon and drive to Ben Tre Province of Peaceful land coconut Are
On arrival, we board a private boat for a glimpse at the Delta scenery while enjoying coconut juice. Experience the unique lifestyle of the Mekong Delta as you visit different islands of fruit orchards, coconut groves, and homemade products such as coconut candies, rice cakes, and handicrafts. After a short walk, we visit a local family to learn how they make sedge mat and we’ll enjoy tea and tropical fruits while listening to traditional music. Next, we take “Xe Loi” – Motor Carts or Tuk Tuks through peaceful fruit gardens like a safari of real local life in the Mekong Delta and paddle on a rowing boat through picturesque coconut canals. We’ll stop at a riverside restaurant for a delicious and filling lunch then it’s time to catch a boat back to the mainland then travel back to Saigon for your last night in Vietnam
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch.
Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon
Have breakfast at your hotel. Free time and transfer to the Airport for your next adventures or home sweet home. We trust you have had a great time and holiday in Vietnam.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch.
Accommodation: N/A
Cancellations will be charged as follows:
* 30 to 59 days: 30% of the booking value
* 15 -30 days prior to departure: 50% of the total value of the trip charged, due to hotel charges for no-shows and organizing fees.
* Within 7 days prior to departure: 100% on total charged.
* No-Show: 100% of total charge.
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