17 Day(s)
Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Quang Binh - Hue - Hoian - Ho Chi Minh - Mui Ne
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This 17 day trip from north to south Vietnam allows you to learn about both modern and ancient history, ideal for active people. It begins in Ho Chi Minh City, a vibrant metropolis packed with colonial structures and Vietnam War relics. After a cruise down the Mekong, you'll head north to enjoy the beaches of Da Nang, wander the historic alleyways of Hoi An, see the emperors' tombs in Hue and explore Hanoi.
B(breakfast), L(lunch), D(dinner)
Welcome to Hanoi – The Capital City of Vietnam!
Upon arrival, welcomed by the local tour guide and transferred to downtown to check in the hotel.
Have a short break to freshen up before gearing up the exploration.
Afternoon, have an overall view of the capital by a “cyclo” visit, which will go through the fascinating network of narrow alleys and shop houses also known as ‘The 36 Streets’ – each street being named after the merchandise traditionally sold there, ranging from fabrics to crafts and from medicines to tombstones. Drop by at Ngoc Son Temple located on the Hoan Kiem Lake. From here walking around the Old Quarter streets for a food tour to explore the authentic Viet cuisine. Together with your tour guide’s introduction, you will have chance to taste the delicious food including Banh mi (bread), Pho (noodle) or Bún Chả, Chè (Sweet Soup), Fresh Spring Roll. End of the day, walking long the history Long Bien Bridge, view the sunset slipping down to Hong River. Taste Egg coffee/Salt coffee while wandering.
End of your trip with a 30 minutes food massage at a spa. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight in Hanoi.
Note: check-in at the hotel is at 2pm. Early check in is subject to hotel availability.
Optional: Enjoy Water Puppet Show at Thang Long Theatre.