Arrival in Hanoi. – Welcome to Vietnam!

Our Airport Assistance Staff will meet you just before the entrance to Immigration (or at the entrance of the terminal if there’s no jet bridge), holding a signboard with your name(s) on it. The officer will take you to the priority line for immigration procedures and provide support at the visa counter. For those who already have their Vietnam visa, the estimated time to clear immigration is approximately 15-20mins per person. For those applying for a visa on arrival, the estimated wait time for the visa is usually 30 mins, depending on the number of guests in the queue. (FYI, there is only one visa-on-arrival counter at Noi Bai Airport). After clearing immigration, our Immigration Officer will escort you to baggage reclaim to collect your luggage and introduce you to your guide, who will be waiting outside the terminal.

Notes:

• This service does not include any required visa or associated visa fees
• Porter or luggage assistance is at an extra cost

Vietnam is rapidly developing but holds onto the charming traditions and culture which make it such a fascinating holiday destination. History has left its mark on Vietnam by way of Chinese, French and American influences.

Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel (30 km) followed by time for leisure.

Note: Hotel check-in time is 14h00; early check-in can be arranged at additional cost.

Overnight in Hanoi

Meal(s): –

There’s no arguing – Hanoi has to be the coolest city in Vietnam. And no, we’re not just referring to the climate. This chaotic, colourful, motorbike-clogged, 1,000-year-old city is a delic ious mix of East and West. Hanoi clings on tightly to its heritage – the Temple of Literature is one of the oldest landmarks. More recent history can be seen in Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House, while the man himself, lies embalmed in an austere mausoleum.

There’s picturesque lakes and parks, as well as museums and prominent colonial buildings. Let’s jump right in and experience it all. We’ll even go green and explore the Old Quarter by electric buggy. 

In the evening, see a Water Puppet Show – a fantastic art form originating in northern Vietnam, best seen in Hanoi. 

Note: Most of the museums are closed on Mondays; Ho Chi Minh mausoleum is closed on Monday, Friday and in the afternoons.

Overnight in Hanoi

Meal(s): Breakfast

Visit a vibrant market with a local chef from EZ cooking class centre, where the trainers have been sourced from famous restaurants and hotels around Hanoi. Under the chef’s expert guidance, select locally produced food, fresh vegetables and spices from the market stalls. Back at the kitchen at this hands-on cooking class, learn how to transform these ingredients into traditional Vietnamese cuisine. Demonstrate your culinary flair in the kitchen and then enjoy your delicious creations with the chef.  

Notes:

• Availability: Morning, Afternoon
• Suggested time: 09:00, 14:00
• Duration: 4 hours 

Overnight in Hanoi

Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch

Today we will drive from Hanoi to Halong Bay (160 km) and stop en-route to stretch our legs and use the restrooms at one of the charity souvenir shops.

Transfer to/from Tuan Chau Marina Port (10 km).

Upon arrival, enjoy a 25 min scenic flight (joining tour) by seaplane over Halong Bay. The only way to truly appreciate the magnificent scenery of Ha Long Bay is by scenic flight. Admire the stunning seascapes made up of nearly 2,000 limestone islands rising from the emerald, green waters, strewn over an area of ​​nearly 2,000 square kilometres. Taking off and landing on the water at Tuan Chau Marina, our 25-minute scenic flight showcases the highlights of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ha Long Bay, offering a completely different perspective than from a cruise ship. From the air, the many islands appear like mountain ranges, the embodiment of ‘Ha Long’, meaning ‘descending dragon’.

With hundreds of limestone karst-mountains and bizarre rock formations rising dramatically from the emerald green water, Halong Bay is one of the must-see place in Vietnam. Spend a night on the cruise boat surrounded by these stunning views. Arrive at the harbour at noon, check in and board the boat. Enjoy lunch while cruising towards the bay. The afternoon is full of activities such as visits to a cave and floating farm, relaxing o the beach or simply sunbathing on the sundeck (the programme varies depending on each boat). Get ready to take plenty of photos of the bay at sunset. Dinner will be served on the boat before enjoying a relaxing night anchored in calm waters.

No guide on board with guests. On-board English speaking guide is arranged by the junk.

Overnight on board

Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Wake up and enjoy the fresh morning air in the bay. Start your day by joining a Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck. Rejuvenate your body and mind with the slow movements of this ancient practise.

Breakfast (or brunch) will be served on the boat while cruising back to the port, passing the majestic peaks. Disembark from the cruise.

Note: The programme may be changed due to weather conditions, tide conditions and local authorisation.

Transfer by vehicle from Halong to Noi Bai Airport (160 km) for flight to Danang. Lunch stop en route at a local restaurant.

Arrival in Danang and transfer by air-conditioned vehicle (30 km) to your hotel in Hoi An.

Flight Hanoi – Danang offered separately

Overnight in Hoi An

Meal(s): Breakfast or Brunch, Lunch

Pretty as a picture Hoi An! The quirky mix of Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese and European influences make this ancient town a photographers’ paradise. We’ll walk through the narrow winding streets of the old quarter past ochre-hued stone houses, lantern-filled shops and colourful fishing boats. One of the most iconic sights is the Japanese Covered Bridge. There are also ancient temples and merchant homes over 200 years old. 

Late afternoon, enjoy a romantic sunset cruise with cocktails served on board.

Overnight in Hoi An

Meal(s): Breakfast

Depart Hoi An on a leisurely boat ride along the Thu Bon River to Cam Kim Island for approximately 3 km. Exchange the boat for a bicycle and cycle for 10 km through winding village roads while enjoying the idyllic countryside scenery.

Visit the peaceful village of Tra Nhieu which has retained many typical features of Vietnamese rural life including farming, fishing, poultry and livestock breeding and mat weaving. Learn about the diversity of local plants and herbs and visit the homes of some local families to observe how they make  rice wine, rice noodles and rice paper.

Continue to a scenic water coconut forest and try your hand at rowing the unique Vietnamese round bamboo basket boats. The tour ends at a local restaurant where you may choose to pamper yourself with a 30-min foot massage (optional) before savouring lunch. Transfer back to Hoi An.

Notes:     

•  Availability: Morning, Afternoon.
• Suggested departure time: 08:00, 13:00.
• Tour duration: 5 hours.                                     
• This tour is subject to weather conditions from November to January.

In the evening enjoy a romantic rice field dinner.

Overnight in Hoi An

Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, free time until the transfer from Hoi An to Danang airport (30 km) for the flight to Saigon and the connecting flight to Con Dao.

Note: Hotel check-out time is midday; late check-out can be arranged at an additional cost.

On arrival in Con Dao, transfer to your hotel (15 km). The remainder of the day is free at leisure. No car or guide included.

Note: Hotel check-in time is 2pm; early check-in can be arranged at an additional cost.

Flight Danang – Saigon and Saigon – Con Dao offered separately

Overnight in Con Dao

Meal(s): Breakfast

Full day is free at leisure. No car or guide included.

Overnight in Con Dao

Meal(s): Breakfast

Full day is free at leisure. No car or guide included.

Overnight in Con Dao

Meal(s): Breakfast

Full day is free at leisure. No car or guide included.

Overnight in Con Dao

Meal(s): Breakfast

After breakfast, fthere is free time until the transfer to the airport (15 km) for the flight back to Saigon in time to connect with your international departure flight or to the next destination.

Upon arrival, an airport representative will meet you at the domestic arrival terminal and assist you with the luggage and check-in procedures for your international departure flight. 

Note: Hotel check-out time is midday; late check-out can be arranged at an additional cost.

Flight Con Dao – Saigon offered separately 

Meals: Breakfast

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