Nature Escape
9 Days / 8 Nights
HIGHLIGHTS
Discover Vietnam’s captivating landscapes, from Halong Bay’s serenity to historic wonders like Cu Chi Tunnels. Immerse in fairytale-like bliss at Hoi An, embrace urban beats in Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi. Cruise through oceans, explore ancient towns, savor Vietnamese cuisine, and cherish unforgettable moments in this rich tapestry of experiences.
Trip Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive at HCMC(Ho Chi Minh city), half day Cu chi Tunnel Tour.
Following your arrival at the Tan Son Nhat Airport in HCMC, complete the immigration process at the airport. You will be warmly greeted by our representative and will be escorted to your hotel in HCMC. (Check-in time as per the Hotel Policy rule) After taking some rest, start your trip to Cu chi Tunnel- the historic site where Vietnamese soldiers used as a shelter during wartime. This fantastic network stretches over 250 km and is the shelter of Vietnamese soldiers during the wars. There is a shooting range where you can try to fire automatic or semi-automatic weapons for a fee (this fee is not included) by 06:00 – 07:00 pm Be dropped off at your hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 02: Mekong Delta Tour & Experience the countryside life of Vietnam.
Have a hearty breakfast at the hotel and get ready by around 8 to 8:30 am to begin an interesting day of this tour. Your driver cum guide will pick you up at your hotel for your transfer to My Tho city, after which you will be starting the one-and-a-half-hour bus ride that will take you through the lush green landscapes of the rice paddies. Later, embark on a boat ride along the Mekong River as it is the only means of transportation to explore this region. Watch the fisherman fishing using the fish cages from their unique floating houses on the river. The boat will further take you through a small canal to one of the two islands in the region famous for producing local specialties like coconut candy, coconut handicrafts, etc. You can also visit the bee farms to try the freshly made honey and taste the honey wine. Stop by and listen to Vietnamese traditional music as performed by the villagers (Đàn Ca Tài Tử – A folk art form from Southern Vietnam accredited by UNESCO in 2013 as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity). Click some postcard-perfect pictures of the surrounding vistas before heading to a local restaurant for lunch. Re-energize yourself by having a special Vietnamese lunch prepared by the locals in a natural setting under the shade of trees. During this tour, you will also visit the Vinh Trang Pagoda, the biggest pagoda in the Mekong Delta. The driver will drop you at your hotel by evening. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 03: Half day Ho Chi Minh city tour, Fly to Da nang.
Today after breakfast Driver will Pick you up at your hotel and start the city tour. Visit Independence Palace (the Reunification Palace) which was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. War Remnants Museum which has a vast display of both the Indochina wars. Notre Dame Cathedral & Central Post Office the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times After Lunch at some local restaurants visit Jade Emperor Pagoda with its peaceful atmosphere & many stories behind each detail of the pagoda. then the driver will drop you to the airport for a short flight to Da Nang, After arrival in Da Nang you will be warmly greeted by our representative and will be escorted to your hotel in Da Nang. Overnight stay in Da nang
Day 04: Da nang City, Marble Mountain & Hoi an city tour.
Have a delicious breakfast at the hotel, your guide will pick you up and take you on a city tour to visit Han market: a significant landmark in Da Nang where locals shop for fresh vegetables, seafood, and butchered meat in the early morning. Dragon Bridge: the longest bridge in Vietnam, offering a dazzling display of lights, fire, and water that no first-time visitor to Da Nang should miss out on. Later visit Linh Ứng pagoda. Linh Ứng Pagoda is the most impressive tourist with 70m high and 40m wide of Lady Buddha special Artwork which one now becomes a famous Buddhist area in Việt Nam. Go for Marble Mountains where you can spend time exploring Tàng Chơn Cave. Move to the Stone Carving Village of Non-Nuoc so that you can admire stone fine art and buy some nice souvenirs. Then head to Hoi an, An ancient town: Japanese bridge, the old house, Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, pagoda. Walking and shopping at Nguyễn Hoàng night market and visit lantern street, Hoài river The driver will transfer you to your hotel by late evening. Overnight sty in Hotel
Day 05: Day trip to Bana Hills & Golden Bridge.
Wake up and have a hearty breakfast to energize yourself for an exciting day on this Vietnam tour (Pickup – 8 am). Get ready and board the transfer that will take you to Ba Na Hills (literally translates to – King Mountain). Reach Ba Na Hills approx. by 10:30 am and stop at Dream Stream Cable car Station. Admire the high-rolling hills with the most modern cable car system in Southeast Asia. Reach the first station and visit a French Vine cellar and Linh Ung pagoda to see a mesmerizing panorama of Da Nang City. You can have a buffet lunch at the restaurant on the peak and later spend a fun time at Fantasy Park.Explore King Peak and get varied vistas of Hana Hills and Quang Nam. Reach on top of the mountain to visit Linh Tu pagoda and take a walk on the 150-meter long GOLDEN BRIDGE. Take a walk on this beautiful bridge situated at a height of 1400M, between a sea of clouds supported by giant hands just like in the movies. After admiring the views and capturing the memories, start your journey back to Da Nang. Upon reaching, spend the rest of the evening at leisure on a beach. Return back for an overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 06: Fly to Hanoi, Half day city Tour
Free on your own until being transferred to the airport for a short flight to Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam. Once arrival in Hanoi, you will be picked up by our guide and transferred to the hotel for check-in. After some rest Get ready and start off your city tour by first visiting the city’s most revered attraction, the Ho Chi Minh Complex which is dedicated to the Great Vietnamese President – Ho Chi Minh who led Vietnam to Independence. Visit the mausoleum that houses the remains of Uncle ho followed by a visit to the Stilt House where the president stayed for a few years. Further, spend some time admiring the architectural beauty of the one-pillar Pagoda and the Ba Dinh Square. Later, visit the Temple of Literature – the first university in Vietnam, founded by Emperor Ly Thanh Tong. In the evening your Driver will drop you at the Hotel, Overnight stay in Hotel.
Day 07: Day Excursion to Ninh Binh province.
After breakfast around 8 AM You will be picked up at the hotel and then depart for Ninh Binh province. Arrive at Hoa Lu, which was once depicted the ancient capital of Viet Nam, settling up in the 10th century. Visit temples of two dynasties of Dinh and Le with very unique architecture in the old time.MLearn about ancient culture through an excavation of vestiges of Royal Palaces ground dated 10th century. Relax and enjoy lunch in a nice restaurant. Board the sampan boats in Tam Coc going along river among the villages, mountains and rice fields. Passing through 3 caves “Hang Ca – First cave, Hang Hai – Second cave, Hang Ba – Third cave” to get a wonderful feeling. The boat returns to the dock, drive back to Hanoi in evening. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 07: Day Excursion to Ninh Binh province.
After breakfast around 8 AM You will be picked up at the hotel and then depart for Ninh Binh province. Arrive at Hoa Lu, which was once depicted the ancient capital of Viet Nam, settling up in the 10th century. Visit temples of two dynasties of Dinh and Le with very unique architecture in the old time.MLearn about ancient culture through an excavation of vestiges of Royal Palaces ground dated 10th century. Relax and enjoy lunch in a nice restaurant. Board the sampan boats in Tam Coc going along river among the villages, mountains and rice fields. Passing through 3 caves “Hang Ca – First cave, Hang Hai – Second cave, Hang Ba – Third cave” to get a wonderful feeling. The boat returns to the dock, drive back to Hanoi in evening. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 08: Hanoi – Halong bay day trip.
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Ha Long Bay. On the way, you will see some rural areas of the Red River Delta with plenty of chances to take photos of Vietnamese farmers working in paddy fields. Stop halfway to visit a handicraft workshop of fine clothes and embroidered paintings. Upon arriving at Halong, you will board your cruise from Taun Chau Harbor. Start cruising while having lunch on board and enjoy the mighty bay view. Ha Long Bay means Descending Dragon Bay in Vietnamese as legend has it that it was where a holly dragon landed down from the sky. The bay, famous as one of the world’s wonders and heritage sites whose formation dates back 500 million years, consists of around 2,000 karst islands and islets scattered over an area of 1,553 km2. Embark on your cruise journey followed by a safety briefing by the crew members and a welcome drink. Enjoy delicious Vietnamese Lunch while you cruise through the azure ocean waters dotted with beautiful islets and archipelagos. Later, get a chance to discover some of the most beautiful caves and largest rock formations in the bay, In the evening return to Hanoi for an overnight stay in the Hotel.
Day 09: Departure from Hanoi.
Today after breakfast, The room will be at your disposal until noon time only. As per your flight schedule, you will be picked up from the hotel to the airport for your departure flight.
Inclusions
Accommodation:
2 nights accommodation in HCMC on a double/Triple sharing basis.
3 nights accommodation in Danang on a double/Triple sharing basis.
3 nights accommodation in Hanoi on a double/Triple sharing basis.
Transportation:
Economy Airfare from Ahmedabad/Delhi/Mumbai-Ho Chi Minh City.
Economy Airfare from Ha Noi-Ahmedabad/Delhi/Mumbai.
Economy Airfare from Ho Chi Minh-Da nang.
Economy Airfare from Da nang-Ha noi.
All airport pick and drop as per flight schedule in Vietnam. (Private)
Tours and transfers as mentioned in the itinerary by air-conditioned vehicle.
Cu chi Tunnel Tour with Entry Ticket. (SIC)
Full-Day Mekong Delta tour with Lunch & and boat ride. (SIC)
Halong Bay to and fro transfer from Hanoi Hotel. (SIC/Private)
Day Cruise tour in Halong Way. (SIC)
Half-day Ho Chi Minh city tour. (Private)
Half-day Hanoi city tour. (Private)
Hoi an & Danang city tour. (Private)
Full-day Ninh Binh tour. (Private)
Bana Hills Transfer.(Private)
Meals:
Breakfast at each day
Services:.
Travel Insurance and visa.
Book my Trip 24by7 hour support.
All Sightseeing according to the itinerary.
2 water bottles each day with 4/5 star stay
Exclusions
Accommodation:
Expenses of personal nature.
Early check-in Late check-out charges.
activity or facility other than clearly included.
Monument Entrance fees, which are not included if any.
Tips for guide/driver. (Not mandatory)
TCS 5%
GST 5%