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We love —
- Visit some of Vietnam's most exciting and beautiful destinations on this ten-night tour.
- Highlights include a Ha Long Bay cruise, Hanoi city tour, and a trip through the iconic Ho Chi Minh City with transfers throughout and a dedicated, knowledgeable local guide.
- Members have the choice of a 4* or 5* accommodation and an optional extension to the sandy shores of Mui Ne.
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Book Now, Pay Later —
Booking 35 days in advance and spending over £500 per person? No need to pay in full today! Just select the 30% deposit option on our payment page (terms & conditions apply)
Your Destinations —
There has never been a better time to go on a Vietnam holiday than now, as the country with a fascinating past warmly embraces its future as a major player among international tourist destinations. When visiting Vietnam you will discover a country that offers something for every holidaymaker. From the beaches of Hoi An, the charms of Hanoi, the natural beauty of Halong Bay to the hectic city life found in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), a Vietnam holiday offers something for everyone, making it a truly unequalled travel experience.
Your Offer —
10 night Tour:
Day 1: Hanoi Arrival
Day 2: Hanoi
Day 3: Hanoi – Ha Long
Day 4: Ha Long – Hanoi – Hue
Day 5: Hue
Day 6: Hue - Hoi An
Day 7: Hoi An
Day 8: Hoi An
Day 9: Hoi An – Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh
Day 10: Ho Chi Minh
Day 11: Ho Chi Minh – Departure
Mui Ne Extension:
3 nights
Day 11: Ho Chi Minh – Mui Ne
Day 12: Mui Ne
Day 13: Mui Ne
Day 14: Mui Ne – Departure
Or 5 nights
Day 11: Ho Chi Minh – Mui Ne
Day 12, 13,14,15: Mui Ne
Day 16: Mui Ne – Departure
Your Itinerary —
Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi
After a long flight, you will arrive at our nearly thousand-year-old capital – Hanoi. Our guide will meet you at Noi Bai Airport and transfer you to the hotel in the city centre.
Overnight in Hanoi with breakfast included.
(Note: Rooms are available from 14.00. Early check-in is excluded.)
Known worldwide as a city of lakes, shaded boulevards and verdant public parks, Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam, offers a variety of elements to all who visit. The city is a perfect blend of the exotic chic of old Asia and the dynamic face of new Asia, of Parisian grace and Asian pace. Hanoi is where imagination becomes reality.
You can spend this free day to explore the city by yourself or choose our optional excursions:
Day 2 Optional Excursion: Ninh Binh - Tam Coc - Bich Dong - "Ha Long Bay on Land"
In the afternoon, take a bike ride around to visit the Ninh Hai embroidery village, then the Bich Dong pagoda, 2 km from Tam Coc, which was conferred by a King the title “Vietnam’s second most beautiful grotto”. Climb up the Ngu Nhac Son (Buddha’s Palm Mountain), be charmed by the marvellous scenery offered by the mountains, rivers and pagodas.
Overnight in Hanoi with breakfast included.
After breakfast, you will leave Hanoi for Ha Long Bay, a World Heritage Area of outstanding natural beauty. Upon arrival, transfer to a junk boat for a cruise around Ha Long Bay inclusive of a delicious local seafood lunch served on board. Passing many rocks and islets visit Surprise cave and take a short swim at Titov beach. You may also spend some time kayaking, weather permitted (kayak cost is not included in this package). Have dinner on board then enjoy night fishing later in the evening.
Overnight on the boat with breakfast, lunch & dinner included. There will also be a local guide on board.
Day 4: Ha Long Bay - Hanoi - Hue
In the morning, brunch will be served while cruising to Bai Tu Long Bay. Pass by several rocks, islets and fishing villages, whilst moving toward Ha Long City for disembarkment later in the morning. Return to Hanoi by private car and be transferred to the airport for a flight to Hue. Upon landing, you’ll be greeted by your driver and will then proceed to check in your hotel.
Overnight in Hue with brunch included.
If you are a history buff, Hue will easily be high on your Vietnam must-see list. This capital of Nguyen emperors is packed with temples, tombs, palaces and pagodas or at least the remains of those that the armies didn’t manage to completely destroy. The north bank of the beautiful Perfume River is host to its share of hotels and restaurants offering Imperial-style cuisine for which the city is rightly famous.
Day 5 Optional Excursion: Hue City Tour with Pagoda, Tombs, and Imperial Citadel (lunch included)
Have breakfast then depart from your hotel to visit the tile-roofed Bridge Thanh Toan, a local market and the surroundings of this authentic village. Continue to visit the Imperial Citadel (World Cultural Heritage) including Hat Tower, Ngo Mon Gate, Thai Hoa Palace. Have lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, continue your tour by boat on the Perfume River to the Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue's oldest and most beautiful pagoda. It is thought to be the symbol or religion and spirit of Hue people. After the visit, the car will pick you up from there, and take you to the tomb of King Minh Mang.
Overnight in Hue with breakfast included.
After breakfast, you will proceed along one of Vietnam most scenic highways to Hoi An (4hr). When crossing the Hai Van pass, you will have a chance to contemplate a superb panorama of the central coastline and the beach of Lang Co – one of the most beautiful beaches of Vietnam.
On arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in. Have lunch on your own then have free time to relax, enjoy the beach or explore the old town yourself.
Overnight in Hoi An with breakfast included.
Free time to explore the city on your own or join our Tra Que Village excursion as below
Day 7 Optional Excursion: Tra Que Village - Cooking Class - Hoi An City Tour
After breakfast, take a bike ride to Tra Que Vegetable Village. Walk around a vegetable garden and join the farmers in preparing the land, fertilising it with seaweed from the local lake, raking, sowing, watering greens, picking greens and many more gardening activities. Spend the rest of the time to learn how to prepare ‘Tam Huu' spring rolls & rice pancakes with your host, then enjoy your labour. Return to Hoi An by bike.
In the afternoon, continue to discover Hoi An by hiking around the city and its spectacular harbour. Follow the narrow streets lined with houses in Chinese, Japanese, French and European architecture. Stop to visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, Chinese Assembly Hall, and the local market. There’re numerous art galleries, souvenirs and tailor shops where you can get some express made-to-order clothes if you like!
Overnight in Hoi An with breakfast included.
Free time to explore the city by yourself or take the hotel bike or scheduled shuttle bus to go to An Bang beach- a beautiful beach located about 5km from downtown.
Overnight in Hoi An with breakfast included.
Day 9: Hoi An - Danang - Ho Chi Minh City
Breakfast at your hotel then transferred to the airport in Danang for a flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, you’re greeted by our driver and drive to your hotel.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City with breakfast included.
Day 10: Ho Chi Minh City (Free)
Free time to explore the city on your own or join our Ben Tre excursion as below. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.
Depart from your hotel at 08.00, it takes only 2 hours pleasant drive to Ben Tre province crossing Rach Mieu Bridge. On arrival in Hung Vuong Pier, hop on a motorised boat on Ben Tre River – one of the tributaries of Mekong River.
Our first stop is at a brick kiln to see how to make bricks traditionally by printing and baking. Continue to visit one of plenty of coconut processing workshops located along the canal. Return to the boat and go through natural scissors creeks to a village and see some local houses making sleeping mats and enjoy local fruits. Take a motorized cart (tuk-tuk) or bicycle on shady paths, pass by green rice fields and vegetable plains to be able to touch on real life and find out about the tropical culture from peasants. Have lunch at local a riverside restaurant.
After lunch, we take a rowing-boat along the beautiful water palm creek before meeting up with the motorised boat and transfer you back to the pier. The car will pick you up and drive back to Ho Chi Minh City.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City with breakfast included.
Day 11: Ho Chi Minh City - Departure
You will be free today until you meet your driver for a transfer to the airport in enough time to connect to your departure flight.
Note: Check-out time is 12:00. Late check-out is not included.
Optional Extension —
3 night extension
Breakfast at your hotel, free time to relax until you are transferred to Mui Ne for some time by the beach. You will arrive at your resort after about 4 hours’ drive. Free time to relax and enjoy the pool and the beach.
Overnight in Mui Ne with breakfast included.
Day 12 to Day 13: Mui Ne (Free)
Two free days to relax and enjoy the pool and the beach.
Overnight in Mui Ne with breakfast included.
Day 14: Mui Ne – Ho Chi Minh – Departure
Breakfast at your hotel. Then have some last minute free time on your own until meeting the driver for your transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City and then for your flight home (the route takes about 5-6 hours).
Please book the departure flight from Ho Chi Minh in the afternoon from 15.30 pm
5 night extension
Breakfast at your hotel, free time to relax until you are transferred to Mui Ne for some time by the beach. You will arrive at your resort after about 4 hours’ drive. Free time to relax and enjoy the pool and the beach.
Overnight in Mui Ne with breakfast included.
Day 12 to Day 15: Mui Ne – (Free)
Four free days to relax and enjoy the pool and the beach.
Overnight in Mui Ne with breakfast included.
Just for you at Victoria Phan Thiet for option 5* and 5 nights only:
- One 60-minute massage session per person per stay (2 persons/room, the third person must pay)
- Free cocktail every day during Happy Hours (5 pm - 7 pm)
- 10% discount on restaurant and laundry
Day 16: Mui Ne – Ho Chi Minh – Departure (B)
Breakfast at your hotel. Then have some last minute free time on your own until meeting the driver for your transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City and then for your flight home (the route takes about 5-6 hours).
Please book the departure flight from Ho Chi Minh in the afternoon from 15.30 pm
Your Hotels —
5 Adults
and
3 Adults
+ 2 Children
Please note: the bed for the 3rd/4th guest sharing is likely to be a sofa bed or camp style bed.
Double or Twin Standard Room
This offer is based on a Double or Twin Standard Room with a bed and breakfast board basis.
Accommodation is based on lowest room category of each selected hotel. Higher room grade can be arranged subject to availability and at an additional charge.
Hanoi - The Lapis Hotel or similar
Ha Long - Sealife Cruise or similar
Hue - Moonlight Hotel or similar
Hoi An - Hoi An Silk village resort or similar
Ho Chi Minh City - Central Palace Hotel or similar
Mue Ne - Cliff Resort or Allez Boo resort or similar 4*
Hanoi - Melia Hotel or similar 5*
Ha Long - Indochina Sails Cruise or similar 5*
Hue - Pilgrimage Village resort or similar 5*
Hoi An - Royal Hoi An Hotel or similar 5*
Ho Chi Minh City - Pullman Saigon Hotel or similar 5*
Mue Ne - Victoria resort or similar 4*
Your Journey —
Flights: You may choose from Economy, Premium or Business class flights.
The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Transfers: Domestic air transfers from Hanoi to Hue and from Danang to Ho Chi Minh City are included in this offer. Private transfers are included throughout the tour. Shared transfers are provided from Hanoi to Ha Long.
Please note: some dining outlets/menu items and premium, branded and international drinks may not be included and may incur a surcharge payable locally. Meals, snacks and drinks may be available at selected times only
Visa Information —
Passport validity
Your passport should be valid for a minimum of 6 months on the date you enter Vietnam for you to be eligible for the 15-day visa exemption.
For periods of stay longer than 15 days, entry into Vietnam may be refused if your passport has less than 1-month validity from the date your Vietnamese visa expires.
Visas
Until 30 June 2018 ‘British Citizen’ passport holders travelling for tourism or business can enter Vietnam for up to a maximum of 15 days without a visa. If you have a different type of British nationality – for example, ‘British national (overseas)’- you’ll need to get a visa or an e-visa before entering Vietnam.
The below should be added if the offer is 15 days or over:
For visits of up to 30 days, you can get an e-visa online before you travel. Use of the e-visa is limited to certain entry/exit points which you must select at the time of application. If you don’t have fixed travel plans, consider applying for a regular single entry visa from the nearest Vietnamese Embassy, which allows more flexibility.
For more information and advice about visas, contact the Vietnam Embassy. Full details are outlined below:
Embassy of Vietnam
12-14 Victoria Road, London W8 5RD
Email enquiries: [email protected]
Telephone enquiries: 020 7937 1912
Opening Hours: 9:30 to 12:30 and 15:30 to 17:30 (Monday to Friday)
Consular/Visa Section: 0207 937 6108Opening hours: 09:30 to 12:30 (Monday to Friday)
