Best of Vietnam

Itinerary

• Day 1: Hanoi, Arrival

  Welcome to Vietnam! Upon your arrival in Hanoi, your private guide will meet and escort you to your hotel. Feel free to explore for the rest of the day.

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• Day 2: City Sightseeing

  In the morning, explore Hanoi by touring some major historic sites, including Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh House on Stilt, One Pillar Pagoda, Hoa Lo prison and Temple of Literature.

  Visit the Museum of Ethnology in the afternoon. Later, cyclo through the Old Quarter of Hanoi and occasionally dodge speeding motorbikes. You could sip a cup of strong Vietnamese coffee while strolling around the Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple on the lake. Finally, enjoy a water puppet show to appreciate the traditional performance in Vietnam before returning to your hotel for a sweet dream.

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  • Hanoi

• Day 3: Halong Bay Cruise

  Depart Hanoi for starting your cruise on Halong Bay, the World Heritage Site, where you can see nearly 2,000 limestone islands dotted on the sea, traditional sampans and junks sailing in the glistening water, grottos, thick forests or hidden coves. Various optional activities like kayaking, swimming, diving will definitely increase more fun to your journey.

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  • Halong Bay

• Day 4: Halong Bay - Da Nang - Hoi An

  Today, continue your unforgettable Halong Bay cruise which ends with a hearty brunch and then disembarks at around 10:45 am. Your local guide and driver are waiting for you at the pier. After that, head to the airport for your flight to Da Nang.

  Arriving at Da Nang, meet your guide and driver before being transferred to your hotel in Hoi An. Check-in and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

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  • Hoi An

• Day 5: Fisherman Experience & Heritage Discovery

  This morning, you will have a half-day Fisherman Eco tour to experience the local fishing village. In the afternoon, pass through the breezy streets filled with honey-yellow buildings, visit the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, renowned Chinese Temple, Vietnamese former merchant's house, and listen to the stories behind these historical relics. Enjoy the mix of peace and alive nightlight of Hoi An in the evening.

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  • Hoi An

• Day 6: Hoi An - Da Nang - Hoi An

  Drive about 1.5 hours to Ba Na Hills, which is a French-style resort located on a mountain at 4,921 feet (1500 meters) above sea level. The famous and miracle Golden Bridge held by two giant stone hands is here. A cable car will take you up to its peak, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the forest, as well as waterfalls in the rainy season. You will feel that you are in a medieval French town, occupying a cathedral, a large square with fountains, cafes, restaurants, vintage cars, colorful flowers, etc.

  It will be enjoyable to spend an entire day here by visiting old French villas, Nui Chua, Vong Nguyet villa including wine cellar, Linh Ung Pagoda, Sakyamuni Buddha's monument and Ba Na By Night. You will finish the tour at 4:00 pm and then return to Hoi An.

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  • Hoi An

• Day 7: Hoi An - Da Nang - Ho Chi Minh City

  After breakfast, proceed to the airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon your arrival, you will be escorted to your hotel for a rest. The rest day is yours to walk around on your own or stay in your hotel for relaxing.

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  • Ho Chi Minh City

• Day 8: Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi Tunnels

  This morning, set out for the incredible underground Cu Chi Tunnels, which was established and used by the Vietcong during the War of Independence. After that, drive back to Ho Chi Minh City to visit the Ben Thanh Market, War Remnants Museum and Reunification Palace (the former Presidential Palace). Old Saigon Post Office and Dong Khoi Street (formerly Rue Catinat) are nice choices for a free stroll.

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  • Ho Chi Minh City

• Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta - Ho Chi Minh City

  Arrive at My Tho for a full-day Mekong Delta tour after breakfast.

  First, visit a local fruit market, and then take a boat ride around islets along the river tributaries of the Mekong Delta. During the boat trip, you will pass by some fishing villages and enjoy the special landscape. Before backing to Ho Chi Minh City, stop at Vinh Trang Pagoda, a beautiful Buddhist temple that blends Asian and European architectural elements.

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  • Ho Chi Minh City

• Day 10: Ho Chi Minh City, Departure

  You guide will meet and escort you to the airport for your onward flight. Say goodbye to Vietnam but your unforgotten memories. Hope you travel with Odynovo again!

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