Impressions of Vietnam (8days/7nights) $838

Impression of Vietnam ( 8days/7nights) From Ho Chi Minh

Impressions of Vietnam is inspired by the many unique sights and flavors Vietnam has to offer.Your one week journey will take you from the South to North of Vietnam (or vice versa)visiting attractions and sights across the country. Special features of this tour include an experience aboard to see one of the Eighth Wonders of the world – Halong Bay; for thosehistorically intrigued, this tour will take you to explore the ancient capital of Hue, ancient town of Hoian and for the culturally inclined, you will witness first hand life at the floating market in Mekong Delta.

Price: US$ 838 per person. Single Supplement: US$ 253

Depatures in 2007: 10- March, 14-Apr ,12-May ,09-Jun ,14-Jul, 28-Jul,11-Aug,09-Sep,13-Oct,27-Oct,10-Nov,24-Nov,08-Dec,22-Dec

Tour highlights

Discover the rich culture of great cities as well as to explore the diversifying landscape of Vietnam.8 days trip, easy grade, 6 nights deluxe hotels, 1 night onboard boat in Halong bay

Brief Itinerary from Hanoi

Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi (Joining in Hanoi).

Day 2: Transfer to Halong bay. Overnight on board

Day 3: Return to Hanoi, sightseeing in Hanoi

Day 4: Fly Hue, exploring the ancient capital of Hue

Day 5: Drive to Hoian ancient town

Day 6: Fly from Danang to Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City). Sightseeing

Day 7: Full day excursion to Mekong delta

Day 8: Trip concludes in Ho Chi Minh City. (Tour extension to Angkor Wat or beach extension)

Joining dates from Hanoi - (SAT-SAT).Departure on every 2nd Saturday of each month, plus one more departure in July, October, November, December

Full Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Hanoi
Meet & Greet at the airport and transfer to the hotel Your guide will provide you with a welcome kit, which contains all the necessary information about your journey Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2: Hanoi-Halong bay (B, L, D)
After breakfast we cross the Red River towards Halong. The three-hours-drive stops en route at Hong Ngoc, where we will have time for a drink and see local people manufacturing different kinds of handicrafts. In Ha Long Bay we will board a traditional luxury boat for a fantastic two days cruise through Ha Long Bay. We will enjoy lunch, dinner with fresh caught sea food while having a cool drink. Overnight onboard.

Day 3: Halong – Hanoi (B, brunch)
In the early afternoon, we return to Hanoi and continue with a cyclo tour in the Old Quarter with its lively and narrow streets as well as we will visit a typical local market Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 4: Hanoi - Hue (B)
After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for a short flight to Hue. Upon arrival the guide will meet you and bring you to your hotel. After check-in we will have a short break before we head on to the see the Imperial City, an
impressive complex, first built in 17th century based on the ancient practice of geomancy. We will visit Tu Duc tomb and the Dong Ba market.Overnight in Hue.

Day 5: Hue – Hoi An (B)
In the morning we drive to visit Thien Mu Pagoda, which is located on the southwest bank of the river. The Pagoda was the centre of Buddhism in Central Vietnam. We continue to Hoi An.En route we will have a stop in Lang Co, where we have a short break. Lunch optional In Hoi An your guide will pick you up in the evening for an amazing walk through the
illuminated ancient part of the city Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 6: Hoi An –Danang- Saigon (B)
In the morning we will have a short drive to Da Nang airport and take a flight to Saigon, the Metropole of the South. In the afternoon we discover the city and come to see the Cathedral,Post Office before we end the day with a visit to China Town.Overnight in Saigon.

Day 7: Excursion to Mekong Delta (B)
We depart from the hotel in the morning and drive southwards to the Mekong Delta On arrival, we enjoy a boat trip to Ben Tre to visit Islands. We will have the opportunity to try exotic fruits in one of the many orchards, you will get to know how people make the coconut cakes and honey tees. For lunch (optional) we will serve you the local delicacy - an Elephant’s-Ear fish. In the afternoon, we drive back to Saigon .Overnight in Saigon.

Day 8: Saigon Depart (B)
Trip concludes in Ho Chi Minh City. Tour extension to Angkor Wat or just spend couple of days on one of our beautiful beach

Included in the price:

• Accommodation at 4 star hotels listed as chart below in twin sharing room with daily

American Buffet Style Breakfast

(Please note that some hotels provide only Continental breakfast)

• Meals as described in the itineraries (L=Lunch, D = dinner, Brunch)

• All transfers within the journey, including pick-up & drop-off at airports on arrival and

departure days

• Domestic economy class flights for

• All entrance and sightseeing fees

• English, French speaking guides (other languages available upon request)

• Visa-approval letter for Vietnam

Not included in the price:

• Visa fees

• International flights & airport taxes (if applicable)

• Other meals that are not indicated in the itineraries

• Personal expenses

• Tipping to local guides and drivers

Notes:

• Child reduction (sharing bed with parents): under 2 years FOC; under 12 years -30%

HOTEL LIST (TO BE USED):

4-star:

-Hanoi: Sunway / Guoman
-Ha long: Saigon Halong / Heritage
-Hue: Huong Giang / Century
-Hoi An: Pacific or similar
-Saigon: Grand / Amara / Rex