VIETNAM TOUR
4N/5D
"Experience the cultural richness and natural beauty of Vietnam with our 5-day tour. Begin in Hanoi, where you'll explore historic sites like the Tran Quoc Pagoda and the Temple of Literature, and discover the vibrant Old Quarter. Venture to Ninh Bình to marvel at the stunning Trang An caves and the ancient capital of Hoa Lu. Cruise through the breathtaking Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and enjoy its spectacular limestone formations. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty, ensuring unforgettable memories."
TENTATIVE ITINERARY :-
Day 1 : Arrival to Hanoi – Pick up from airport to hotel – Free on own (Private transfer).
Arrival to Hanoi, pick up and transfer to Hanoi downtown, check in hotel (check in time 2pm). Short relax after flight. Welcome to Hanoi - has always been a symbol of culture and a source of pride throughout the history, bustling Hanoi offers a charming blend of new and old. The French-colonial era has left a legacy of beautiful buildings, with the Old Quarter a fascinating area to explore on foot. Time at leisure ON OWN to discover the city.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2: Hanoi City Tour (B/L) [Seat In Coach TOUR]
Today, we will have one day Hanoi city tour. Pick up at 08h00-08h30. Begin the tour to Tran Quoc Pagoda located on an east side isle of the West Lake (Tay Ho district), It is considered as the most ancient pagoda in Thang Long - Ha Noi with its historical progression in 1500 years. It has a harmonious combination between the majesty, hoariness architecture and peaceful landscape of the West Lake. From the period in the Ly and Tran dynasties, it had become the
Buddhist center of Thang Long. Continue to Visit the complex of president Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum (Mausoleum and Stilt house) – Where the great leader lived and worked until the last years of his life. Here, you will have the opportunity to learn about Uncle Ho’s simple life. In addition, you will stop by One Pillar Pagoda to admire one of the 4 symbols of Hanoi.
Note: with departure days on Monday and Friday, Mausoleum Management Board will carry out maintenance of the mausoleum, you will visit only outside of Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, stilt house and One Pillar Pagoda.
Next to Vietnam Museum of Ethnology: This is the most recent yet probably the largest and undoubtedly the most interesting Museums in Hanoi and Vietnam. There are both indoors and outdoors sections, while the in - housed exhibition is particularly informative, the outdoors display and activities make the museum stand out from the rest. There are a number of houses modeling after the traditional architecture of ethnic minorities, especially those who live
in Northern and Central highlands. On Monday, the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology is closed, instead of the Vietnamese Women Museum. At Noon: Return to the Old Quarter to have lunch at the restaurant. After lunch, you will see 36 streets from the car and listen to the guide tell stories about the streets of the ancient urban marketplace. Afternoon: We will visit The temple of literature (The first university in Vietnam): Being an ancient school of Thang Long and the first university in Vietnam, Temple of Literature is acknowledged as an ancient historical-cultural heritage which gives tourists a deeper understanding about Hanoi 1000 years of culture and tradition. Then go to Hoa Lo prison: Built in 1899. The French held mainly political prisoners here, along with those awaiting sentencing at the nearby Court of Justice, as well as American pilots who had been shot down and captured as prisoners of war. End of Hanoi City Tour, the car will take you back to the hotel or depending on the needs of visitors, the car can take you to Ham Ca Map area to be free to visit Hoan Kiem Lake, and learn about the architecture of Vietnam and France around the lake area. Visit Ngoc Son Temple to worship Saints Van Xuong and Tran Hung Dao - famous generals in Vietnamese and world history and Huc Bridge. Then return to your hotel at your own expense.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Breakfast at Hotel – Lunch basic local food following S.I.C program.
Day 3 : Hanoi - Ninh Bình – Trang An cave & Hoa Lu – Hanoi (B/L) [Seat In Coach TOUR]
Start our day tour to Ninh Binh province where you will come first is Trang An, take a small sampan wooden boat trip slowly rowing through serpentine streams, between the blooming mountains and valleys. The 2.5 hour rowing boat takes you to sacred sites and through some mysterious water caves (there are 3 direction options). Along the way, there are spectacular transitions as you get into a dark cave and a whole new picture appears right in front of your eyes
at the exit. Follow the boat’s schedule, you can drop off the sampan boat to visit some on-land attractions. We can enjoy the fresh air, clean and clear water with underwater grass. Experience ourselves the feeling and emotion when we are in the water caves. After discovery in Trang An, we move to Hoa Lu Ancient capital situated 7km from Trang An to continue our day tour in Ninh Binh. Upon arrival, ornate temples that worship the Emperors will catch your eyes at first sight. These temples were constructed to honor King Dinh Tien Hoang, King Le Dai Hanh, and King Ly Thai To. On the site, you are told about the story of the first three centralized feudal states of Vietnam: the Ding dynasty, the Le dynasty, and the Ly dynasty.
Go back to Hanoi and overnight in Hanoi.
Breakfast at Hotel – Lunch basic local food following S.I.C program.
Day 4: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay Day Cruise - Hanoi (B/L) [Seat In Coach TOUR]
7.30-8.00 AM, ready at Lobby Hotel for shuttle bus and guide.
Today we leave Hanoi to Halong bay, "Dragon Descending to the Sea". Halong Bay is one of the most beautiful and impressive sights in Vietnam. Ha long Bay has twice been recognized by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage Area for its exceptional scenic beauty and one of the world’s greatest natural wonders. Upon arrival, we will embark to a Day Cruise; Start the 5-6 hours journey to explore Halong Bay, passing through thousands of limestone islets; Arrive at Bo Hon archipelago, tour guide escorts you to visit Surprising (Sung Sot) Cave to see a lot of stalagmites and stalactites with different shapes of rock formation, then go for optional kayaking or bamboo boat rowing in Luon Cave to discover a beautiful lagoon (optional choice/own expense). Visit Titov Island, relax on the sandy beach or climb up to Titov island peak for a panoramic view of the Bay…. After enjoying Halong Bay, return to boat station and transfer back to Hanoi.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Note: Cruise program may be difference between cruises
Breakfast at Hotel - Lunch on Cruise Following SIC Program.
Day 5 : Hanoi – Departure (B) (private transfer)
Breakfast at Hotel. At leisure till transfer to airport for return flight.
Tour ends with Happy memories..!!
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS:-
- Accommodation at suggested or similar hotels as mentioned above.
- Daily breakfast except day 1.
- All transfers & sightseeing by SIC Vehicle as per above itinerary.
PACKAGE COST PER PERSON STARTS FROM INR 29999 + AIRFARE
PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS:-
- Two way economy class Airfare ex Mumbai.
- Visa cost.
- Travel Insurance, personal expenses.
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Inflight seat selection and meal selection charges.
- Entrance fees, Video and Camera permits, guide charges.
- Any supplementary services, High season surcharges as applicable.
- Porterage at hotels and airports, tips, laundry, liquors, wine.
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like landslides, roadblocks.
- Early check in & late check out at the hotels.
- Any compulsory supplement during the stay, Any other services not specified above.
- Government GST of 5%.
- TCS 5% tax.
Note :- Above is a tentative itinerary. Under unavoidable conditions, itinerary schedule might be changed. Kindly get in touch with us for the quotation.