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Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City / Hanoi
5D 4N
Day 01 HCM Half Day City Tour (-/-/-)
Upon arrival at Saigon, meet and greet our representative, pick up and transfer to hotel in center for check in, and refresh.
After a short relaxation, proceed for HCM half day city tour, visit Saigon city tour, the first place is The Independence Palace symbolizes Vietnam's victory, peace, and territorial integrity, a glamorous design, hundreds of rooms equipped with luxurious furnishings and decorations, and an enormous and gorgeous exterior space.
Have lunch and visit the War Remnants Museum, formerly known as the Museum of American War Crimes, a poignant display of the futility of war. This museum is a call for peace and hopes that history does not repeat itself.
Later, visit the Notre Dame Cathedral is the mother church of the Archdiocese of Saigon, and is where the chair of the Archbishop of Saigon, who has a strong influence on the religious life of Catholic adherents in the south of Vietnam. This church was crowned the Basilica title in 1962 and is one of the only four Basilicas in Vietnam for its important role in the Vietnamese Catholic community. The construction work of this Basilica began in 1877 and lasted for three years under the supervision of J. Bourad, who was the designer of this building.
The most special thing about this church is that it has a diverse system of stained-glass windows depicting Saints and stories in the Bible. Outside the main building lies a small garden that has the statue of Mary, Queen of Peace. This statue, which is made from marble, was completed by the Italian Sculptor G. Ciocchetti in 1959.
Visit the Old Post Office, built between 1877 and 1883 this is one of the best examples of classical French colonial architecture, and is one of the most iconic tourist destinations in Ho Chi Minh City, forming the backdrop for newlywed photo-shoots, school trips, and city tours. Moreover, it is a beautiful remnant of Vietnam’s complicated past.
End of the tour in Ben Thanh Market, a bustling market, very popular with tourists, primarily due to its central location. It has a wide selection of goods ranging from fake Nike shoes to beautiful silk Ao Dais. Have dinner and transfer to hotel. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.
Day 02 Mekong Delta (B/-/-)
After breakfast, transfer through the Mekong Delta to Ben Tre - the capital of coconut .
You depart from Saigon southwards, on a scenic drive to Ben Tre province a 90km journey that takes only one hour.
There will be a boat trip along the river to visit a brick kiln factory, a coconut processing workshop and a local mat-weaving house.
You will visit a village where you can have a walk to experience the authentic Delta village life, and enjoy some local fresh fruits.
Take a Xe Loi ride (a modern motorized rickshaw) or cycling tour to explore around the village.
Have lunch at one of the great riverside restaurants.
Rowing sampan along the water coconut canals with beautiful tropical scenery
Drive back to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. O/N Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 3: HCM City – HANOI CITY TOUR (B/-/-)
After breakfast at hotel, transfer to the airport to take the flight to Hanoi. On arrival, picked up and transferred to your hotel for check in and enjoy a half day city tour to explore Hanoi.
In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Literature, the first university in Vietnam’s history. Pass y for photo at Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (open in the morning only), continue visit of Ngoc Son Temple, built in the 19th century and beautifully situated on a little island in the northern part of Hoan Kiem Lake. Stop at HANOI Shop to admire the famous old House of Hanoi where you will discover the traditional Lacquerware and Lacquer Silk (known as The Queen of all varieties of Silk). Followed by orientation leisure walking tour through Hanoi Old Quarter to explore local living of Hanoi people and shopping until late afternoon. Enjoy unique traditional Water Puppet Show. O/N Hanoi.
Day 4: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hanoi (B/L/-)
Morning, drive to Halong Bay. On arrival, boat the cruise and enjoy seafood lunch on board. Cruising 4 hours to explore the world natural heritage with man islands and islets and visit the most beautiful cave in Halong Bay - Thien Cung grotto.
Late afternoon, transfer back to Hanoi. O/N Hanoi.
Day 5: Hanoi – Departure (B/-/-)
At your leisure until your tour guide and car will transfer you to the airport for your onward flight. End of services.
Package Includes:-
Return airport transfers.
A/C Transportation throughout the tour and sightseeing.
3 nights at 3* hotel with breakfast in Ho Chi Minh City.
1 night at 3* hotel with breakfast in Saigon.
English speaking driver throughout the tour.
English speaking city guides throughout the itinerary.
All sightseeing as highlighted in the itinerary.
All entry as needed throughout the itinerary.
Boat trip in Mekong Delta/or Bike in Mekong Delta
Drinking water with 2 bottle of 500ml/per/day.
Toll tax, Petrol charges and Parking charges.
Package Excludes:-
International/Domestic Airfare and Visa Applications.
Insurance and Medical claim.
All temple fee.
All personal expenses - Calls, Laundry, tips, alcoholic or Non Alcoholic beverages or bottled water used in room, items
ordered on room service, mini bar etc.
Tipping for drivers and guides.
Any departure tax etc.
All others specifically not mentioned in the includes.
Remarks:
Package rate will be calculated according to your group size upon request.
Reservation not made at this time.
Early check in subject to room availability.
Booking for transportation not made at this time.
Itinerary mentioned above is subject to changes according to your flight timings.
Full payment shall be made at least 3 weeks in advance before travelling date, to confirm hotel and transportation.
Rates will be revised if any less or more guest upon confirmation.
Rates will be revised and quoted lower for more travelling guest.
SERVICES INCLUDES:
Accommodation at 4,5 star hotels bases on Twin sharing or equivalent
Private English Speaking tour guide
Land transfer by private air-con car ( 2-3 pax= 7 seats, from 4pax-6pax = 16 seats, From 7-10pax = 29 seats)
Meals as mentioned in the program: (B) for breakfast, (L) for lunch or (D) for dinner
Flight Ho Chi Minh City – Hanoi with airport taxes
Private Boat trip in Mekong Delta
Private Boat trip in Halong Bay
Entrance fee for all sightseeing in the program
Drinking water with 2 bottle of 500ml/per/day
SERVICES NOT INCLUDES:
All flights and airport taxes
Visa arrangement and stamp fee
Travel insurance
Meals, drinks, tips and other personal expenses not mentioned in the program
Compulsory gala dinners during festive seasons and peak season surcharges which will be advise at the time of booking