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MEKONG VIET TRAVEL "WE DON’T PROVIDE GUIDED TOURS OF ASIA. WE PROVIDE AN EXPERIENCE OF ASIA YOU WILL NEVER FORGET, A HOLIDAY WHICH WILL TOUCH YOUR HEART AND SOUL AND LIVE ON FOREVER IN YOUR PHOTOS AND MEMORY."

If you want more than to just visit Asia – to savour it, live it and taste it, join us. Let us introduce you to the countries we know and love, share with you our culture and history, our people, our lifestyle, our food.Mekong Viet is a High End Boutique tour operator specializing in a niche market, tailor made travel experiences for discerning clients. We specialize in the market as we have come to know and understand your culture and history as well as specific needs of our clients. We are in the ideal position of being able to tailor make our experiences to meet the expectations of our friends.

We provide an exclusive personal touch and there will always be somebody with you, for the entire trip, who will be able to change any aspect of your tour to accommodate your needs and desires, or to take care of any emergency that may arise. Nothing is too much trouble for us.We are proudly owner run. This is important. It means that someone is always in the office that has a vested interest in delivering the very best. We are as passionate about being the best as we were when we first opened our doors.Mekong Viet was started five years ago by Huong Nguyen. With twelve years

experience working for Vietnam Airlines, a lifelong travelling habit and a passion for sharing the destinations she knows and loves with the world, Huong is an expert in separating the authentic from the merely touristy. She and her team have made Mekong Viet an Asian travel agency that’s in a different league. In short: we love what we do and it shows.

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We’re not going to pretend: your first trip to Vietnam will be a shocker. No matter what you’ve heard, it’s no match for the reality. The country is a steaming cauldron of past and present, where the women cooking pho on the street have iPhones, where you can see a skyline full of building cranes from a brilliantly green rice field ploughed by water buffalo, where everyone’s eager to meet strangers, to practice their English, to have you get to know their country because they’re proud of what it’s become. Welcome to Vietnam.

Visitors will revel in the abundance of must-see sights like Hue’s Imperial City, the mausoleum of Ho Chi Minh in retro Hanoi, bustling Ben Thanh market in Saigon and the floating markets of the Mekong Delta. Sample the world-beating cuisine, cruise down a river with dense tropical jungle encroaching upon the banks, visit centuries-old pagodas or experience the world’s strongest caffeine jolt with a Vietnamese iced coffee, as they relax on Vietnam’s pristine beaches and luxurious seaside resorts. There’s never been a better time to visit. This dynamic country is booming, international investment is growing, and a sense of optimism and possibility pervades. Although Vietnam’s path through history – Chinese occupation and French colonialism, the American War and the era of socialism – has not been an easy one, it has resulted in a country that knows who it is and where it’s going. The Vietnamese are fiercely independent, yet warm and hospitable; business-savvy yet quick to laugh, and have a strong sense of self-determination. This is the Vietnam of Mekong Viet Travel. No one knows Vietnam like we do, and our custom-designed itineraries will introduce you to the country in a truly authentic way. Vietnam is home for us, and soon it will feel like home for you.

Vietnam The land of ascending Dragon

VisaMost of nationalities require a tourist visa issued by a Vietnamese embassy abroad. Passport holders from Japan, Korea, Russia, Taiwan are granted fifteen-day visas on arrival. ASEAN nationals enjoy visa-free entry into Vietnam for 30 days.Visas on Arrival (VOA) can be arranged for guests of Mekong Viet . To begin the process, please send a clear scan of your passport’s vital information, along with your flight details. Visas will be stamped upon arrival. Two standard passport photos are required to receive the VOA.

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CENTRAL VIETNAM 5 Days/ 4 nights

Day 1: HUE Arrival Upon arrival, meet your guide & private transfer to the hotel for check in.Built by the ruling dynasties of Nguyen lords, Hue was modeled on the Imperial City in Beijing, and was restored after extensive damage during the American war. Hue holds an important place in Vietnamese history, as home to the emperors and a religious and educational center. Overnight at La Resident Resort & Spa hotel.

DAY 2 : HUE| Old capital & king tombs (B)Start your day with a visit to the city’s vibrant Dong Ba market to see local people shop for their fresh ingredients. Proceed to the elegant and historic Thien Mu Pagoda. Situated on riverbank its seven-story tower has become an iconic symbol of Hue. Visit the Citadel, Forbidden Purple City and the royal enclosure that hearken back to the days when Hue was the capital of Vietnam. From here take a 15 minutes cyclo through dai noi ‘Old City’ to Tinh Tam Lake where the Emperors used to come to relax. It is full of lotus flowers in summer and there are many local style coffee shops around the lake where university students come to study. A special delicious vegetarian meal lunch is served midday in the tranquil pagoda grounds by the resident nuns.. You’ll dine at a pagoda/orphanage which has been run by nuns since 1987. By patronizing the restaurant you will be supporting the orphanage.Followed visit the recently restored An Dinh Palace where magnificent murals can be seen, as well as the stunning façade where oriental and European designs are integrated. Pay tribute to the Kings of Vietnam’s past at the Nguyen dynasty mausoleum, Khai Dinh & Tu Duc’s tomb. Overnight at La resident resort & spa hotel.

Day 3 - HUE - HOI AN| Tailor city (B)In the morning depart on a scenic drive from Hue for Ho An via a 3 ½-hour . Along the way journey stop at the atmospheric Hai Van Pass .Visit Cham Museum, which contains the finest collection of Cham sculptures in the world. Drive to Hoi An old town, is a charming historical city that’s become extremely well-known for its plethora of skilled tailors who make everything from dresses to suits and even shoes.Overnight at The Nam Hai resort .

DAY 4: HOI AN|Silk Trade (B)Your private guide will take you on a walking tour through the town’s streets to explore Hoi An’s architectural and historic treasures. Along the way, make stops at smartly restored shop-houses, Chinese temples and, finally, a lantern-making factory. You can even try your hand at making these popular souvenirs.Visit Tra Que, the “Vegetable Village”, where you’ll experience a day of living and working with the local farmers in this village. Follow up with a cooking

class, where you’ll learn how to prepare various local dishes like spring rolls and banh xeo, a tasty Vietnamese pancake with pork and shrimp. Enjoy lunch with the food that you create. Overnight at The Nam Hai Resort .

Day 5: Hoi An/Da Nang - Departure (B)Transfer to the airport for flying home, taking with you richly color memories that will last a lifetime.

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Classic Vietnam 9 Days/ 8 nights Day 1: HO CHI MINH | The pearl of The OrientalUpon arrival, meet your guide & private transfer to the hotel.Still known to most as Saigon, this massive city has a frenetic energy you won’t find anywhere else in Vietnam. Students wearing traditional ao dai pedal bicycles alongside giant SUVs with tinted windows, and women sell steaming bowls of pho on the street outside shiny office buildings. It’s here that Vietnam’s past and future mingle more than anywhere, and you can practically see the city growing.Overnight at Park Hyatt hotel

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh | Vibrate Sai Gon & Cu Chi tunnels (B)In the morning visit the Cu Chi tunnel , part of a network of underground tunnels once used by Viet Cong soldiers as hiding spots during combat.Afternoon ,walking to explore Saigon’s historic landmarks ,followed by visit the expansive Reunification Palace( inside), where the American war officially ended on 30 April 1975. Continue the explosion the nearby War Museum( inside) Vietnam’s struggles with foreign aggression. Or Alternative visit the Chinatown , visit Thien Hau Pagoda , Binh Tay whole sale market & first traditional medicine museum

Overnight at Park Hyatt hotel.

Day 3: Mekong Delta| Nine dragons river(B,L)Drive south to the town of Cai Be in the lush Mekong Delta. Enjoy a languid cruise along Southeast Asia’s most vital artery, the Mekong River, stopping at local villages and markets who live their life according to the river’s movements. Overnight at Park Hyatt hotel.

Day 4: Ho Chi Minh To Danang |Hoi An Silk Trade (B) Transfer to the airport for flying to Da Nang. Upon arrival meet & transfer to Hoi An old town , is a charming historical city that’s become extremely well-known for its plethora of skilled tailors who make everything from dresses to suits and even shoes.Your private guide will take you on a walking tour through the town’s streets to explore Hoi An’s architectural and historic treasures. Along the way, make stops at smartly restored shop-houses, Chinese temples and, finally, a lantern-making factory. You can even try your hand at making these popular souvenirs.Visit Tra Que, the “Vegetable Village”, where you’ll experience a day of living and working with the local farmers .Follow up with a cooking

class, where you’ll learn how to prepare various local dishes & enjoy lunch with the food that you create.Overnight at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort.

Day 5: Hue | King tombs (B)In the morning depart on a scenic drive from Hoi An for Hue via a 3 ½-hour . Along the way journey stop at the atmospheric Hai Van PassBuilt by the ruling dynasties of Nguyen lords, Hue was modeled on the Imperial City in Beijing, and was restored after extensive damage during the American war. Hue holds an important place in Vietnamese history, as home to the emperors and a religious and educational center. Pay tribute to the Kings of Vietnam’s past at the Nguyen dynasty mausoleum ,Khai Dinh & Tu Duc’s tomb.Overnight at La resident resort & spa hotel.

Day 6 : HUE| Home to the Emperors ( (B)Start your day with a visit to the city’s vibrant Dong Ba Market to see local shop for their fresh ingredients.Transfer to the elegant and historic Thien Mu Pagoda. Situated on riverbank its seven-story tower has become an iconic symbol of Hue. Visit the Citadel, Forbidden Purple City and the royal enclosure that hearken back to the days when Hue was the capital of Vietnam. From here take a 15 minutes cyclo through dai noi ‘Old City’ to Tinh Tam Lake where the Emperors used to come to relax. Followed visit the recently restored An Dinh Palace where magnificent murals can be seen, as well as the stunning façade where oriental and European designs are integrated.Transfer to the airport for flying to Ha Noi.Overnight at Sofitel Legend Metropole hotel.

Day 7 :Hanoi| Asian Grace & Pace (B)Embark on your city tour to visits all the historical sites of Hanoi. Hop on a cyclo to pay a visit to Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, the burial spot of the adored Vietnamese leader.( closed on monday & friday , oct & nov). Walking to visit the first university of Viet Nam near by, The temple of literature . Stop on the way to taste Vietnamese coffee & chat with local people .Experience on local motorbike to visit a village inside city. Taste a local famous Vietnamese street lunch – Pho . Visit Ethnology museum where you can see thousands of photos and other objects from Vietnam’s amazing range of minority ethnic groups. You’ll experience what life would have been like for prisoners of war at the Hoa Lo Prison Museum, also known as the “Hanoi Hilton” museum. Soak up the charm of Hanoi’s past as part of a walking tour through the city’s Old Quarter. A final stop at one of Hanoi’s renowned Bia Hoi, where they serve fresh draft beer and tasty snacks. These “pubs” are traditional favorite social gathering spots as well as watering holes during the afternoons and evenings throughout the city. Overnight at Sofitel Legend Metropole hotel.

Day 8: Halong Bay| Fishing Village (B,L,D)Depart Hanoi for the World Heritage Site of Halong Bay (4hours driving), one of Vietnam’s jewels. With thousands of limestone karsts rising from the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Tonkin, this iconic spot deserves its reputation as a true natural wonder.Board a traditional Vietnamese junk and set sail on the magnificent bay. While cruising through the clear waters, a tasty lunch of fresh local seafood will be served on board.Later that afternoon visit a small fishing village. Meet locals who have lived and fished in the bay for generations, always willing to share stories from their life on the bay. At sunset, slip into a kayak or board a bamboo rowboat to explore water tunnels and discover pristine coral reefs in a scenic lagoon setting. Overnight on the Jasmine junk

DAY 9: HALONG| Art by nature (B) Greet the day with relaxing Tai Chi exercises on the top deck as the sun rises. Enjoy an elegant continental breakfast before a final cruise around the Bay.As the boat cruises back to the dock, take in your last view of the stunning scenery of Halong Bay. Upon disembarking, drive to Ha Noi & transfer to the airport for flying home taking with you richly color memories that will last a lifetime

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Classic Vietnam 9 Days/ 8 nights Day 1: HO CHI MINH | The pearl of The OrientalUpon arrival, meet your guide & private transfer to the hotel.Still known to most as Saigon, this massive city has a frenetic energy you won’t find anywhere else in Vietnam. Students wearing traditional ao dai pedal bicycles alongside giant SUVs with tinted windows, and women sell steaming bowls of pho on the street outside shiny office buildings. It’s here that Vietnam’s past and future mingle more than anywhere, and you can practically see the city growing.Overnight at Park Hyatt hotel

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh | Vibrate Sai Gon & Cu Chi tunnels (B)In the morning visit the Cu Chi tunnel , part of a network of underground tunnels once used by Viet Cong soldiers as hiding spots during combat.Afternoon ,walking to explore Saigon’s historic landmarks ,followed by visit the expansive Reunification Palace( inside), where the American war officially ended on 30 April 1975. Continue the explosion the nearby War Museum( inside) Vietnam’s struggles with foreign aggression. Or Alternative visit the Chinatown , visit Thien Hau Pagoda , Binh Tay whole sale market & first traditional medicine museum


Day 3: Mekong Delta| Nine dragons river(B,L)Drive south to the town of Cai Be in the lush Mekong Delta. Enjoy a languid cruise along Southeast Asia’s most vital artery, the Mekong River, stopping at local villages and markets who live their life according to the river’s movements. Overnight at Park Hyatt hotel.

Day 4: Ho Chi Minh To Danang |Hoi An Silk Trade (B) Transfer to the airport for flying to Da Nang. Upon arrival meet & transfer to Hoi An old town , is a charming historical city that’s become extremely well-known for its plethora of skilled tailors who make everything from dresses to suits and even shoes.Your private guide will take you on a walking tour through the town’s streets to explore Hoi An’s architectural and historic treasures. Along the way, make stops at smartly restored shop-houses, Chinese temples and, finally, a lantern-making factory. You can even try your hand at making these popular souvenirs.Visit Tra Que, the “Vegetable Village”, where you’ll experience a day of living and working with the local farmers .Follow up with a cooking

class, where you’ll learn how to prepare various local dishes & enjoy lunch with the food that you create.Overnight at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort.

Day 5: Hue | King tombs (B)In the morning depart on a scenic drive from Hoi An for Hue via a 3 ½-hour . Along the way journey stop at the atmospheric Hai Van PassBuilt by the ruling dynasties of Nguyen lords, Hue was modeled on the Imperial City in Beijing, and was restored after extensive damage during the American war. Hue holds an important place in Vietnamese history, as home to the emperors and a religious and educational center. Pay tribute to the Kings of Vietnam’s past at the Nguyen dynasty mausoleum ,Khai Dinh & Tu Duc’s tomb.Overnight at La resident resort & spa hotel.

Day 6 : HUE| Home to the Emperors ( (B)Start your day with a visit to the city’s vibrant Dong Ba Market to see local shop for their fresh ingredients.Transfer to the elegant and historic Thien Mu Pagoda. Situated on riverbank its seven-story tower has become an iconic symbol of Hue. Visit the Citadel, Forbidden Purple City and the royal enclosure that hearken back to the days when Hue was the capital of Vietnam. From here take a 15 minutes cyclo through dai noi ‘Old City’ to Tinh Tam Lake where the Emperors used to come to relax. Followed visit the recently restored An Dinh Palace where magnificent murals can be seen, as well as the stunning façade where oriental and European designs are integrated.Transfer to the airport for flying to Ha Noi.Overnight at Sofitel Legend Metropole hotel.

Day 7 :Hanoi| Asian Grace & Pace (B)Embark on your city tour to visits all the historical sites of Hanoi. Hop on a cyclo to pay a visit to Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, the burial spot of the adored Vietnamese leader.( closed on monday & friday , oct & nov). Walking to visit the first university of Viet Nam near by, The temple of literature . Stop on the way to taste Vietnamese coffee & chat with local people .Experience on local motorbike to visit a village inside city. Taste a local famous Vietnamese street lunch – Pho . Visit Ethnology museum where you can see thousands of photos and other objects from Vietnam’s amazing range of minority ethnic groups. You’ll experience what life would have been like for prisoners of war at the Hoa Lo Prison Museum, also known as the “Hanoi Hilton” museum. Soak up the charm of Hanoi’s past as part of a walking tour through the city’s Old Quarter. A final stop at one of Hanoi’s renowned Bia Hoi, where they serve fresh draft beer and tasty snacks. These “pubs” are traditional favorite social gathering spots as well as watering holes during the afternoons and evenings throughout the city. Overnight at Sofitel Legend Metropole hotel.

Day 8: Halong Bay| Fishing Village (B,L,D)Depart Hanoi for the World Heritage Site of Halong Bay (4hours driving), one of Vietnam’s jewels. With thousands of limestone karsts rising from the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Tonkin, this iconic spot deserves its reputation as a true natural wonder.Board a traditional Vietnamese junk and set sail on the magnificent bay. While cruising through the clear waters, a tasty lunch of fresh local seafood will be served on board.Later that afternoon visit a small fishing village. Meet locals who have lived and fished in the bay for generations, always willing to share stories from their life on the bay. At sunset, slip into a kayak or board a bamboo rowboat to explore water tunnels and discover pristine coral reefs in a scenic lagoon setting. Overnight on the Jasmine junk

DAY 9: HALONG| Art by nature (B) Greet the day with relaxing Tai Chi exercises on the top deck as the sun rises. Enjoy an elegant continental breakfast before a final cruise around the Bay.As the boat cruises back to the dock, take in your last view of the stunning scenery of Halong Bay. Upon disembarking, drive to Ha Noi & transfer to the airport for flying home taking with you richly color memories that will last a lifetime

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CULINARY DELIGHTS OF VIET NAM 12Days/ 1 1 nights

Day 1 : Hanoi| (B)On arrival in Vietnam’s capital, transfer to your hotel. A welcome dinner at a deluxe Vietnamese restaurant offering authentic Northern cuisine.Overnight at Sofitel Legend Metropole hotel.

Day 2 : Hanoi| Street food tour(B)Embark on your city tour to visits all the historical sites of Hanoi. Take a cyclo to visit Mausoleum Of Ho Chi minh. You’ll pay a visit to Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, the burial spot of the adored Vietnamese leader. Walking to visit the first university of Viet Nam, temple of literature. Visit Ethnology museum where you can see thousands of photos and other objects from Vietnam’s amazing range of minority ethnic groupsExperience the street food tour: The journey will bring you down to the local market to learn about Vietnamese cooking and eating habits. This industrialized haste and busy life creates a lot of fast foods.The walking takes you down to some smaller walkways and alleys which you would not normally enter. It is time we find "A City Inside A City".The main stops are at the most Only-One-Dish-famous shops or restaurants owned by families who have been making certain famous traditional dishes in Hanoi for years. The experience will not only bring you the real local Hanoi dishes but also the special way of enjoying it as a part of the daily culinary life in Hanoi.Overnight at Sofitel Legend Metropole hotel.

Day 3: Halong Bay| Fishing Village (B,L,D)Depart Hanoi for the World Heritage Site of Halong Bay ( 3 and half hours driving), one of Vietnam’s jewels. With thousands of limestone karsts rising from the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Tonkin, this iconic spot deserves its reputation as a true natural wonder.Board a traditional Vietnamese junk and set sail on the magnificent bay. While cruising through the clear waters, a tasty lunch of fresh local seafood will be served on board.Later that afternoon visit a small fishing village. Meet locals who have lived and fished in the bay for generations, always willing to share stories from their life on the bay. At sunset, slip into a kayak or board a bamboo rowboat to explore water tunnels and discover pristine coral reefs in a scenic lagoon setting.Overnight on the Jasmine junk

Day 4 : Ha Noi To Hue| (B) Greet the day with relaxing Tai Chi exercises on the top deck as the sun rises. Enjoy an elegant brunch before a final cruise around the Bay.As the boat cruises back to the dock, take in your last view of the stunning scenery of Halong Bay. Upon disembarking, drive back to Ha noi.En route visit Thanh Chuong

Palace, the home and studio of Thanh Chuong, one of the most celebrated painters in Vietnam. More a living space than a museum, the Palace is an architectural gem showcasing Vietnamese traditional cultural objects, exquisite antiques and remarkable structures. Transfer to the airport for flying to Hue.Overnight at La resident resort & spa hotel.

Day 5 : HUE| Home of Emperors(B) Built by the ruling dynasties of Nguyen lords, Hue was modeled on the Imperial City in Beijing, and was restored after extensive damage during the American war. Hue holds an important place in Vietnamese history, as home to the emperors and a religious and educational center. Proceed to the elegant and historic Thien Mu Pagoda. Situated on riverbank its seven-story tower has become an iconic symbol of Hue. Visit the Citadel, Forbidden Purple City and the royal enclosure that hearken back to the days when Hue was the capital of Vietnam. From here take a 15 minutes cyclo through dai noi ‘Old City’ to Tinh Tam Lake where the Emperors used to come to relax. It is full of lotus flowers in summer and there are many local style coffee shops around the lake where university students come to studyIn the afternoon, visit the elaborate mausoleums of Emperors Tu Duc and Khai Dinh outside the city. Overnight at La resident resort & spa hotel.

Day 6 : Hue| Royal Cuisine (B) Being a residence of Kings, the cooking art of Hue is famous for its refinement and artistic quality. A Hue dish normally requires a dozen different ingredients and an elaborate presentation. In a Hue family meal, each dish has its own complementary sauce while people in other parts of the country normally make just of sauce for all types of food. Morning, stroll around Dong Ba market with a local chef where vegetables and meat are on wholesale and learn about Hue recipes and ingredients. After the market tour, transfer to Ancient Hue restaurant, a beautiful complex of ancient houses, for a cooking class and demonstration of Hue specialties. Try your own creations for lunch. Then proceed to home of a well-known historian, writer and conservationist – Mr. Phan Thuan An – have an interaction with him to get an in-depth insight into the culture and history of this former Royal land and how it affects to culinary tastes. Winder your way to the ancient Imperial Citadel surrounded by moats which was home to the royal court of Vietnam in the 19th century. Transfer back to hotel for a rest. This evening, have meal in a restored royal house where you can learn from the family members how they bring the essence of the Royal ambiance and culture into their home. Menu is inclusive of a local specialty of ‘banh beo’. A dish consists of tiny and round rice flour pancakes, each served in a small bowl. They are topped with minced shrimp and other smaller ingredients. Dipped in fish sauce. Let’s enjoyOvernight at La resident resort & spa hotel.

Day 7: Hue – Da Nang| (B)In the morning depart on a scenic drive from Hue for Ho An via a 3 ½-hour . Along the way journey stop at the atmospheric Hai Van PassVisit Cham Museum, which contains the finest collection of Cham sculptures in the world. Start to explore Hoi An’s architectural and historic treasures by an hour rickshaw ride. Followed by walking tour to visit the Trade Ceramic Museum & Traditional old house Phung Hung, Quan Thanh. Along the way, make stops at smartly restored shop-houses, Chinese temples and, finally, a lantern-making factory. You can even try your hand at making these popular souvenirs. Overnight at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort.

Day 8: HOI AN| Fusion food(B) Today our experience in culinary will be led by a Chef and proprietor Duc Tram from Mango Rooms' creates eclectic and innovative flavors reflective of his worldwide culinary journey. A passionate and extremely talented chef with in depth knowledge on the Hoi An food scene Duc will take you on a half day culinary journey embracing a combination of refreshing flavors, beautiful presentations as well as a visit to Hoi An Market to meet the vendors who supply him daily with some of the finest and freshest ingredients in Vietnam.Overnight at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort.

Day 9: Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City Ho Chi Minh | Vibrate Sai Gon by Vintage Vespa Scooter(B)Still known to most as Saigon, this massive city has a frenetic energy you won’t find anywhere else in Vietnam. Students wearing traditional ao dai pedal bicycles alongside giant SUVs with tinted windows, and women sell steaming bowls of pho on the street outside shiny office buildings. It’s here that Vietnam’s past and future mingle more than anywhere, and you can practically see the city growing. This morning, take a private cooking class at the heart of city in a warm ambiance, to discover the so refined and very full flavored & the secrets to spicy southern cuisine. Expert chefs will walk you through the process of blending fresh ingredients and spices into some of Vietnam’s best-loved dishes. At the end of your class you’ll get to savor the tasty food you have created.

Afternoon explore Saigon’s historic landmarks on the vantage Vespa scooter . We bring you a different way to explore Ho Chi Minh City – A city tour on vintage wheels! You'll get the most comfortable, stylish and authentic tour experience Vietnam has to offer. The 1hour tour show you a unique look at familiar and not-so-familiar landmarks in modern-day Ho Chi Minh City, to reveal the city's culture, architecture, religious practices and fascinating history. Overnight at Park Hyatt hotel.

Day 10: Mekong Delta | Cai Be Nine Dragons River (B,L,D)This morning, leave the hustle and bustle of the big city behind as the scenery is gradually replaced with rice paddies and rural villages on your drive to Cai Be. As you board ‘The Bassac’ and depart towards Cho Lach on the Tien Giang River, enjoy a delectable lunch on the boat’s upper deck. Along the way, visit a local village, fruit orchard, and rice field where you can learn more about the way of life here in the Delta. As the sun sets, sit back, watch the scenery, and enjoy a cocktail before dinner.Overnight aboard the Bassac.

Day 11: Mekong Delta | Can Tho Floating Market(B)An early breakfast will be served while the boat cruises the Tra On floating market on the way to Can Tho. Here, you will disembark and travel by a small local boat to explore the Cai Rang floating market. The waterway becomes a maze of hundreds of boats packed with mango, bananas, papaya, pineapple, and even floating pho vendors. Overnight at Park Hyatt hotel.

Day 12: Ho Chi Minh- Departure (B)Transfer to the airport for flying home, taking with you richly color memories that will last a lifetime.

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CULINARY DELIGHTS OF VIET NAM 12Days/ 1 1 nights

Day 1 : Hanoi| (B)On arrival in Vietnam’s capital, transfer to your hotel. A welcome dinner at a deluxe Vietnamese restaurant offering authentic Northern cuisine.Overnight at Sofitel Legend Metropole hotel.

Day 2 : Hanoi| Street food tour(B)Embark on your city tour to visits all the historical sites of Hanoi. Take a cyclo to visit Mausoleum Of Ho Chi minh. You’ll pay a visit to Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, the burial spot of the adored Vietnamese leader. Walking to visit the first university of Viet Nam, temple of literature. Visit Ethnology museum where you can see thousands of photos and other objects from Vietnam’s amazing range of minority ethnic groupsExperience the street food tour: The journey will bring you down to the local market to learn about Vietnamese cooking and eating habits. This industrialized haste and busy life creates a lot of fast foods.The walking takes you down to some smaller walkways and alleys which you would not normally enter. It is time we find "A City Inside A City".The main stops are at the most Only-One-Dish-famous shops or restaurants owned by families who have been making certain famous traditional dishes in Hanoi for years. The experience will not only bring you the real local Hanoi dishes but also the special way of enjoying it as a part of the daily culinary life in Hanoi.Overnight at Sofitel Legend Metropole hotel.

Day 3: Halong Bay| Fishing Village (B,L,D)Depart Hanoi for the World Heritage Site of Halong Bay ( 3 and half hours driving), one of Vietnam’s jewels. With thousands of limestone karsts rising from the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Tonkin, this iconic spot deserves its reputation as a true natural wonder.Board a traditional Vietnamese junk and set sail on the magnificent bay. While cruising through the clear waters, a tasty lunch of fresh local seafood will be served on board.Later that afternoon visit a small fishing village. Meet locals who have lived and fished in the bay for generations, always willing to share stories from their life on the bay. At sunset, slip into a kayak or board a bamboo rowboat to explore water tunnels and discover pristine coral reefs in a scenic lagoon setting.Overnight on the Jasmine junk

Day 4 : Ha Noi To Hue| (B) Greet the day with relaxing Tai Chi exercises on the top deck as the sun rises. Enjoy an elegant brunch before a final cruise around the Bay.As the boat cruises back to the dock, take in your last view of the stunning scenery of Halong Bay. Upon disembarking, drive back to Ha noi.En route visit Thanh Chuong

Palace, the home and studio of Thanh Chuong, one of the most celebrated painters in Vietnam. More a living space than a museum, the Palace is an architectural gem showcasing Vietnamese traditional cultural objects, exquisite antiques and remarkable structures. Transfer to the airport for flying to Hue.Overnight at La resident resort & spa hotel.

Day 5 : HUE| Home of Emperors(B) Built by the ruling dynasties of Nguyen lords, Hue was modeled on the Imperial City in Beijing, and was restored after extensive damage during the American war. Hue holds an important place in Vietnamese history, as home to the emperors and a religious and educational center. Proceed to the elegant and historic Thien Mu Pagoda. Situated on riverbank its seven-story tower has become an iconic symbol of Hue. Visit the Citadel, Forbidden Purple City and the royal enclosure that hearken back to the days when Hue was the capital of Vietnam. From here take a 15 minutes cyclo through dai noi ‘Old City’ to Tinh Tam Lake where the Emperors used to come to relax. It is full of lotus flowers in summer and there are many local style coffee shops around the lake where university students come to studyIn the afternoon, visit the elaborate mausoleums of Emperors Tu Duc and Khai Dinh outside the city. Overnight at La resident resort & spa hotel.

Day 6 : Hue| Royal Cuisine (B) Being a residence of Kings, the cooking art of Hue is famous for its refinement and artistic quality. A Hue dish normally requires a dozen different ingredients and an elaborate presentation. In a Hue family meal, each dish has its own complementary sauce while people in other parts of the country normally make just of sauce for all types of food. Morning, stroll around Dong Ba market with a local chef where vegetables and meat are on wholesale and learn about Hue recipes and ingredients. After the market tour, transfer to Ancient Hue restaurant, a beautiful complex of ancient houses, for a cooking class and demonstration of Hue specialties. Try your own creations for lunch. Then proceed to home of a well-known historian, writer and conservationist – Mr. Phan Thuan An – have an interaction with him to get an in-depth insight into the culture and history of this former Royal land and how it affects to culinary tastes. Winder your way to the ancient Imperial Citadel surrounded by moats which was home to the royal court of Vietnam in the 19th century. Transfer back to hotel for a rest. This evening, have meal in a restored royal house where you can learn from the family members how they bring the essence of the Royal ambiance and culture into their home. Menu is inclusive of a local specialty of ‘banh beo’. A dish consists of tiny and round rice flour pancakes, each served in a small bowl. They are topped with minced shrimp and other smaller ingredients. Dipped in fish sauce. Let’s enjoyOvernight at La resident resort & spa hotel.

Day 7: Hue – Da Nang| (B)In the morning depart on a scenic drive from Hue for Ho An via a 3 ½-hour . Along the way journey stop at the atmospheric Hai Van PassVisit Cham Museum, which contains the finest collection of Cham sculptures in the world. Start to explore Hoi An’s architectural and historic treasures by an hour rickshaw ride. Followed by walking tour to visit the Trade Ceramic Museum & Traditional old house Phung Hung, Quan Thanh. Along the way, make stops at smartly restored shop-houses, Chinese temples and, finally, a lantern-making factory. You can even try your hand at making these popular souvenirs. Overnight at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort.

Day 8: HOI AN| Fusion food(B) Today our experience in culinary will be led by a Chef and proprietor Duc Tram from Mango Rooms' creates eclectic and innovative flavors reflective of his worldwide culinary journey. A passionate and extremely talented chef with in depth knowledge on the Hoi An food scene Duc will take you on a half day culinary journey embracing a combination of refreshing flavors, beautiful presentations as well as a visit to Hoi An Market to meet the vendors who supply him daily with some of the finest and freshest ingredients in Vietnam.Overnight at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort.

Day 9: Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City Ho Chi Minh | Vibrate Sai Gon by Vintage Vespa Scooter(B)Still known to most as Saigon, this massive city has a frenetic energy you won’t find anywhere else in Vietnam. Students wearing traditional ao dai pedal bicycles alongside giant SUVs with tinted windows, and women sell steaming bowls of pho on the street outside shiny office buildings. It’s here that Vietnam’s past and future mingle more than anywhere, and you can practically see the city growing. This morning, take a private cooking class at the heart of city in a warm ambiance, to discover the so refined and very full flavored & the secrets to spicy southern cuisine. Expert chefs will walk you through the process of blending fresh ingredients and spices into some of Vietnam’s best-loved dishes. At the end of your class you’ll get to savor the tasty food you have created.

Afternoon explore Saigon’s historic landmarks on the vantage Vespa scooter . We bring you a different way to explore Ho Chi Minh City – A city tour on vintage wheels! You'll get the most comfortable, stylish and authentic tour experience Vietnam has to offer. The 1hour tour show you a unique look at familiar and not-so-familiar landmarks in modern-day Ho Chi Minh City, to reveal the city's culture, architecture, religious practices and fascinating history. Overnight at Park Hyatt hotel.

Day 10: Mekong Delta | Cai Be Nine Dragons River (B,L,D)This morning, leave the hustle and bustle of the big city behind as the scenery is gradually replaced with rice paddies and rural villages on your drive to Cai Be. As you board ‘The Bassac’ and depart towards Cho Lach on the Tien Giang River, enjoy a delectable lunch on the boat’s upper deck. Along the way, visit a local village, fruit orchard, and rice field where you can learn more about the way of life here in the Delta. As the sun sets, sit back, watch the scenery, and enjoy a cocktail before dinner.Overnight aboard the Bassac.

Day 11: Mekong Delta | Can Tho Floating Market(B)An early breakfast will be served while the boat cruises the Tra On floating market on the way to Can Tho. Here, you will disembark and travel by a small local boat to explore the Cai Rang floating market. The waterway becomes a maze of hundreds of boats packed with mango, bananas, papaya, pineapple, and even floating pho vendors. Overnight at Park Hyatt hotel.

Day 12: Ho Chi Minh- Departure (B)Transfer to the airport for flying home, taking with you richly color memories that will last a lifetime.

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FAMILY HOLIDAY Day 1: Ha Noi Upon arrival at Hanoi’s Noi Bai International Airport. You will be greeted and take private transfer your hotel in down town. Hanoi has been the capital of Vietnam for more than a millennium, and its tree-lined boulevards, peaceful lakes and diverse architecture reflect a number of influences, from Chinese to French. The old quarter is home to shop houses crowded into small streets, while glitzy new buildings and designer shops call attention to the recent economic success of this Asian Tiger. A city of contrasts and culture, Hanoi is a truly unique place. Overnight at Hotel de L’Opera Hanoi..

Day 2 : HANOI| Grace and pace (B)Embark on your city tour to visits all the historical sites of Hanoi. Hop on a cyclo to pay a visit to Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum( closed on monday & friday, oct & nov), the burial spot of the adored Vietnamese leader. Walking near by to visit the first university of Viet Nam , the temple of literature . Stop on the way to taste Vietnamese coffee & chat with local people. Experience on local motorbike to visit a village inside Hanoi city. Sample the famous Vietnamese street food – Pho . Afternoon, Meet & Experience & making puppet with Mr Pham Thanh Liem who preserve traditional water puppet. Visit Ethnology museum where you can see thousands of photos and other objects from Vietnam’s amazing range of minority ethnic groups. Soak up the charm of Hanoi’s past as part of a walking tour through the city’s Old Quarter. Enjoy stroll around the old quarter by the electric cart and experiences Hanoi house design. A final stop at one of Hanoi’s renowned Bia Hoi, where they serve fresh draft beer and tasty snacks. These “pubs” are traditional favorite social gathering spots as well as watering holes during the afternoons and evenings throughout the city. Board the night train to Sapa.Overnight on Victoria train

Day 3 : Sapa| Biking Terraced Hills And Mountains(B)The train arrives early in the morning at Lao Cai station near the Chinese border, where you’ll be greeted by your guide. Having simple local breakfast before visiting village by bicycle and trek around 10 km to visit two villages of the Black H'mong ( Cat cat and Sin Chai). Afternoon, Biking to visit sapa town, market, church and flower garden in Ham Rong mountain. Overnight on Victoria resort

Day 4 SAPA| Hill tribe Market (B)Drive up to visit the hill tribe market with variety ethnic group and colorful in the North West area. At the market, you have a chance to see unique kinds of food, special wines made from rice, cassavas, corn and different fruits such as plumps, apples, peaches, etc... Afternoon ,visit Ban Pho villages, Meo king's palace & continuing trekking through villages and rice terraced fields to Ta Van village settled by Dzay ethnic. which is supposed to be the most beautiful one in the area. Visit the minority house, chat with them to experience their life. am as well as enjoy the cozy atmosphere of a Day peasant family.Overnight at Topas Eco Lodge

Day 5: SAPA – HA NOI| Trekking villages(B)Fare welling the local family we continue to visit the Red Dao people at Giang Ta Chai where we also see a waterfall. The Red Dao women have very colourful red embroideries and coins on their clothing. On their head they wear a red scarf. Some of the women have shaved off their eyebrows because of a nice Red Zao legend. We continue along small paths in the rice fields, cross. the Muong Hoa River, Suspension Bridge and walk up to Supan where you will meet the car transfer back to Sapa. Overnight on Victoria train.

Day 6: HALONG BAY ( B,L,D)Depart Hanoi for the World Heritage Site of Halong Bay ( 4 hours driving), one of Vietnam’s jewels. With thousands of limestone karsts rising from the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Tonkin, this iconic spot deserves its reputation as a true natural wonder. Board a traditional Vietnamese junk and set sail on the magnificent bay. While cruising through the clear waters, a tasty lunch of fresh local seafood will be served on board. Later that afternoon visit a small fishing village. Meet locals who have lived and fished in the bay for generations, always willing to share stories from their life on the bay. At sunset, slip into a kayak or board a bamboo rowboat to explore water tunnels and discover pristine coral reefs in a scenic lagoon setting. Overnight on Indochina Sails Junk .

Day 7 Hanoi to Da Nang Hoi An (B)Greet the day with relaxing Tai Chi exercises on the top deck as the sun rises. Enjoy an elegant continental breakfast before a final cruise around the Bay.As the boat cruises back to the dock, take in your last view of the stunning scenery of Halong Bay. Upon disembarking, drive to Hai Phong and transfer to the airport for the flight to Da Nang.Meet upon arrival & drive to Hoi An old town . As a quaint fishing village with a unique history intertwined in the 16th century trade of spices, jade, ceramics and gold, Hoi An is a fascinating glimpse into Vietnam’s past. Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese and Indian traders all set up post here leaving their mark with religious and commercial buildings. Much of these buildings have been lovingly restored, including the colourful Japanese bridge that spans a small creek running through town. The town’s tiny shop-houses now host a range of craft shops and artisans including some of Asia’s best bespoke tailors.Overnight at Victoria Resort and spa.

Day 8 : HOI AN| Silk trade (B)Your private guide will take you on a cyclo tour through the town’s streets to explore Hoi An’s architectural and historic treasures .Visit the Trade Ceramic Museum & Traditional old house Phung Hung, Quan Thang. Along the way, make stops at smartly restored shop-houses, Chinese temples and, finally, a lantern-making factory. You can even try your hand at making these popular souvenirs. Biking to visit Tra Que, the “Vegetable Village”, where you’ll experience a day of living and working with the local farmers in this village. Follow up with a cooking class, where you’ll learn how to prepare various local dishes like spring rolls and banh xeo, a tasty Vietnamese pancake with pork and shrimp. Enjoy lunch with the food that you create.

Overnight at Victoria Resort and spa.

Day9 9 DANANG – DA LAT| Little Paris city (B,L)Transfer to the airport for a short flight to Dalat. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for check in Visit the hills of Dalat for a fun afternoon of canyoning. Under the watchful eye of an expert guide, you’ll navigate through a canyon and explore spectacular waterfalls. The activity is easy and safe for families and is an unforgettable day in the Dalat countryside. Lunch will be served at the base of a waterfall and there will be a chance to go down some natural waterslides if you want.Overnight at Ana Mandara Villas Dalat

DAY 10: DALAT - NHA TRANG (B,L)Today your family will have fun to travel between Dalat and Nha Trang by bike and raft The journey starts from the northeast of Dalat to the highlands of Bidoup Nui Ba national park. From here, you’ll hop on your bike for a downhill ride through beautiful scenery. The first section takes you through the hills, past pine forests and farms. A short uphill climb (kids will be assisted) takes you to the top of a pass before a long downhill descent of 28 kilometers takes you to the bottom of the pass and the CaiRiver.Trade in your bike for rafts- inflatable 2-man kayaks. The gently flowing waters of the mountain tributaries take you downriver for about 30 minutes. Here, you’ll go ashore at a small farm for a barbeque lunch and rest.Continue after lunch, encountering a few sets of small rapids as you pass through more beautiful scenery. Having covered around 10 kilometers in total, you’ll reach the take-out point mid-afternoon and transfer the final to your Nha Trang hotel.Overnight in Vinpearl land Resort.

Day11: NHA TRANG (B)Today is free at your leisure to enjoy the beaches of Nha Trang. Several optional (extra) excursions can be arranged such as boat trips, village excursions or cyclo rides. Overnight in Vinpearl land Resort.

Day 12: Nha Trang to Ho Chi Minh(B)Morning is free at your leisure to enjoy the beaches of Nha Trang.Afternoon transfer to the airport for flying to Ho Chi Minh City.Overnight at Caravelle hotel.

Day 13: HO CHI MINH | Cu Chi tunnels & Vibrate Sai Gon by vintage vespa scooter(B)In the morning visit the Cu Chi tunnel , part of a network of underground tunnels once used by Viet Cong soldiers as hiding spots during combat.Afternoon explore Saigon’s historic landmarks on the vantage Vespa scooter . We bring you a different way to explore Ho Chi Minh City – A city tour on vintage wheels! You'll get the most comfortable, stylish and authentic tour experience Vietnam has to offer. The 1hour tour show you a unique look at familiar and not-so-familiar landmarks in modern-day Ho Chi Minh City, to reveal the city's culture, architecture, religious practices and fascinating history. Overnight at The Caravelle hotel.

Day14: MEKONG DELTA | Cai Be Nine dragons river (B,L,D)This morning, leave the hustle and bustle of the big city behind as the scenery is gradually replaced with rice paddies and rural villages on your drive to Cai Be. As you board ‘The Bassac’ and depart towards Cho Lach on the Tien Giang River, enjoy a delectable lunch on the boat’s upper deck. Along the way, visit a local village, fruit orchard, and rice field where you can learn more about the way of life here in the Delta. As the sun sets, sit back, watch the scenery, and enjoy a cocktail before dinner.Overnight aboard the Bassac.

Day15: MEKONG DELTA | Can Tho Floating Market(B)An early breakfast will be served while the boat cruises the Tra On floating market on the way to Can Tho. Here, you will disembark and travel by a small local boat to explore the Cai Rang floating market. The waterway becomes a maze of hundreds of boats packed with mango, bananas, papaya, pineapple, and even floating pho vendors. Return to Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to the airport for flying home.

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NORTHERN ADVENTURE 6Days/5Nights

Day 1 :HANOI Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport. You will be greeted and private transfer to your hotel Hanoi has been the capital of Vietnam for more than a millennium, and its tree-lined boulevards, peaceful lakes and diverse architecture reflect a number of influences, from Chinese to French. The old quarter is home to shop houses crowded into small streets, while glitzy new buildings and designer shops call attention to the recent economic success of this Asian Tiger. A city of contrasts and culture, Hanoi is a truly unique place.Overnight at Sofitel Legend Metropole hotel.

Day 2 :HANOI| Asian Grace & Pace (B)Embark on your city tour to visits all the historical sites of Hanoi. Hop on a cyclo to pay a visit to Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum(closed Mon day & friday, oct & nov), the burial spot of the adored Vietnamese leader. Walking near by to visit the first university of Viet Nam, temple of literature . Experience on local motorbike to visit a village inside the city. Sample the famous Vietnamese street food – Pho . Visit Ethnology museum (closed on Monday )where you can see thousands of photos and other objects from Vietnam’s amazing range of minority ethnic groups. You’ll experience what life would have been like for prisoners of war at the Hoa Lo Prison Museum, also known as the “Hanoi Hilton” museum. Soak

up the charm of Hanoi’s past as part of a walking tour through the city’s Old Quarter. A final stop at one of Hanoi’s renowned Bia Hoi, where they serve fresh draft beer and tasty snacks. These “pubs” are traditional favorite social gathering spots as well as watering holes during the afternoons and evenings throughout the city. Transfer to the station. Overnight on Victoria Train

Day3 :SAPA| Terraced hills and mountains(B)Sapa is one of the most magical places in Vietnam. Mountains wreathed in mist, spectacular views, verdant forests, colorful ethnic minority groups – it’s almost unearthly. Trekking in Sapa is one of the best adventures you can have in Vietnam, and active travelers will find it extremely rewarding. Explore the Cat cat & Tavan village on foot will help you get to know about rural village life in the North-West of Vietnam .Overnight at Victoria hotel & Spa.

Day 4 : SAPA| Trekking villages (B,L)Today the journey start outside of Sapa Town to a traditional hill tribe village where you will spend the night. This is a unique and charming experience and a great chance to interact with the local people of the region. Overnight at Topas Eco Lodge (The home stay accommodation in a local village consists of curtained off sleeping areas in one long room, all bedding and mosquito nets are provided).

Day 5: SAPA | Hill tribe Market (B)This morning a visit to local ethnic market will give you a chance to see unique kinds of food, special wines made from rice, cassavas, corn and different fruits such as plumps, apples, peaches, etc .The tribe people come to the market not only exchange the goods but it is a place of meeting or dating make it a very special place to visit.Making a short walk to visit Ban Pho hill-tribe village. Here you’ll have the opportunity to visit some local homes to understand more on the daily life of these tribes as well as their culture and traditions. Drive back to Lao cai, on the way stop near Chinese border to have amazing scenery of the area. (Note: The market visit may be on your arrival day depending on the market day).Transfer to the station.Overnight on Victoria Train

Day6: HANOI | Arrival(B)The train arrives in Hanoi in the very early morning, giving you an unusual opportunity to observe the city waking up. The Vietnamese tend to rise early, and you’ll see people of all ages out getting their daily exercise, from walking around the city’s lakes to performing Tai Chi exercises in the park. Your tour ends here, and you’ll take with you beautiful photographs and even more beautiful memories of the mountains of Sapa and their people.

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OPULENT IDOCHINA WITH AMAN HOTELS 12Days/11 Nights

Day 1: LUANG PRABANG(B) On arrival in Luang Prabang , your Aman driver will be waiting to transfer you the short distance to Amantaka for a three night stay your three night stay begins with a traditional Baci ceremony

Day 2 - 3: LUANG PRABANG (HB)Sightseeing with your private guide; you will also have the opportunity to participate in a Mekong River cruise. A Laos massage followed by a traditional dinner on the final evening marks the end of your journey

Day 4: SIEM REAP(HB)Depart Luamg Prabang on the short flight to Siem reap . Your Aman driver will be waiting to transfer you the short distance to Amansara for a three night stay. This afternoon you may wish to explore or simply relax in your stylish suite .

Day5 - 6: SIEM REAP(HB)Rise early to visit the Angkor ruins with your private guide. A rooftop Khmer style barbecue dinner provides the perfect end to your stay in Cambodia

Day 7 - 11: VINH HY BAY (B)Transfer to the airport for flying to Ho Chi Minh, connecting flight to Nha TrangProceed to Vinh Hy Bay, one of the country’s four most beautiful bays with unspoiled natural scenery, is a perfect destination for ecological tours.Embraced by a national park on Vietnam’s spectacular coastline, Amanoi is a contemporary beachside resort overlooking Vinh Hy Bay. Offering a Beach Club and a full-service Aman Spa on the banks of a lotus-filled lake, the property offers an idyllic setting in which to relax after exploring the wonders of Luang Prabang and Siem Reap. A guided snorkeling excursion, a Vietnamese cooking class and one 45-minute spa treatment will make your stay more enjoyable.

Day 12: NHA TRANG – DEPARTURE(B)Transfer to the airport for flying home taking with you richly color memories that will last a lifetime

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SOUTHERN VIETNAM 4Days/3Nights

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh (B)Meet & private transfer to your hotel.Still known to most as Saigon, this massive city has a frenetic energy you won’t find anywhere else in Vietnam. Students wearing traditional ao dai pedal bicycles alongside giant SUVs with tinted windows, and women sell steaming bowls of pho on the street outside shiny office buildings. It’s here that Vietnam’s past and future mingle more than anywhere, and you can practically see the city growing.Overnight at Park Hyatt hotel

Day 2: HO CHI MINH | Vibrate Sai Gon & Cu Chi tunnels (B)In the morning visit the Cu Chi tunnel , part of a network of underground tunnels once used by Viet Cong soldiers as hiding spots during combat.Afternoon explore Saigon’s historic landmarks on foot to learn the layers of history of this vibrate city. Visit the expansive Reunification Palace( inside), where the American war officially ended on 30 April 1975. Continue the explosion the nearby War Museum( inside) Vietnam’s struggles with foreign aggression.Alternative touring the Chinatown , visit Thien Hau Pagoda , Binh Tay whole sale market & first traditional medicine museum .


Day3 : MEKONG DELTA | Cai Be Nine dragons river (B,L,D)Drive south to the town of Cai Lay in the lush Mekong Delta. The Mekong River tumbles down from the Tibetan plateau and flows through Thailand, Burma, Laos and Cambodia before entering Vietnam. Here, it splits into numerous channels that nourish a flourishing agricultural abundance of rice fields and fruit orchards.Upon arrival in the Delta board the private 'Song Xanh', modeled after a traditional sampan. The boat's small size allows you to discover the smaller canals and tributaries of this region.Your visit includes the home of Mr. Huyen Thuy Le, a character from the novel 'The Lover' by Marguerite Duras as well as Thien Hau Pagoda. Back on board your sampan, continue to Can Tho stopping en-route at a Cao Dai Temple. The Cao Dai temple, a unique combination of the world’s major religions that counts Victor Hugo as one of its saints.Before sunset, the last stop is at a splendid 19th century house where an unforgettable candlelight dinner will be served. After dinner, proceed for one hour to Can Tho where your sampan will be moored for the night.Overnight aboard the Song Xanh Boat.

Day 4 : CAN THO | Can Tho Nine dragons river (B)As the capital of the Mekong Delta, Can Tho serves as a waterway hub for trade in rice, fruits and vegetables, both in Vietnam and abroad. It’s the economic, political and cultural centre of the Delta, and is connected to the rest of the region by rivers and canals.Make an early start cruising toward the biggest and most colorful floating market of Cai Rang. There, hundreds of boats jostle to sell their wares loaded with fruits, vegetables and fish, with some boats selling noodle soup, coffee and soft drinks for shoppers. Drive back to Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to the airport for flying home.

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THE BEST OF VIET NAM 14Days/ 13Nights

Day 1 :HO CHI MINH CityUpon arrival, meet & private transfer to the hotelStill known to most as Saigon, this massive city has a frenetic energy you won’t find anywhere else in Vietnam. Students wearing traditional ao dai pedal bicycles alongside giant SUVs with tinted windows, and women sell steaming bowls of pho on the street outside shiny office buildings. It’s here that Vietnam’s past and future mingle more than anywhere, and you can practically see the city growing. Overnight at Park Hyatt hotel.

Day 2 :HO CHI MINH | Cu Chi tunnels & Vibrate Sai Gon by vintage vespa scooter(B)In the morning visit the Cu Chi tunnel , part of a network of underground tunnels once used by Viet Cong soldiers as hiding spots during combat.Afternoon explore Saigon’s historic landmarks on the vantage Vespa scooter . We bring you a different way to explore Ho Chi Minh City – A city tour on vintage wheels! You'll get the most comfortable, stylish and authentic tour experience Vietnam has to offer. The 2hour tour show you a unique look at familiar and not-so-familiar landmarks in modern-day Ho Chi Minh City, to reveal the city's culture, architecture, religious practices and fascinating history.Overnight at Park Hyatt hotel.


Day 4 : CAN THO | Can Tho Nine dragons river (B)As the capital of the Mekong Delta, Can Tho serves as a waterway hub for trade in rice, fruits and vegetables, both in Vietnam and abroad. It’s the economic, political and cultural centre of the Delta, and is connected to the rest of the region by rivers and canals.Make an early start cruising toward the biggest and most colorful floating market of Cai Rang. There, hundreds of boats jostle to sell their wares loaded with fruits, vegetables and fish, with some boats selling noodle soup, coffee and soft drinks for shoppers. Return to Ho Chi Minh city and transfer to the airport for flying Da Nang.Overnight at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort.

Day 5: HOI AN| Silk Trade (B) Your private guide will take you on a walking tour through the town’s streets to explore Hoi An’s architectural and historic treasures. Along the way, make stops at smartly restored shop-houses, Chinese temples and, finally, a lantern-making factory. You can even try your hand at making these popular souvenirs.Visit Tra Que, the “Vegetable Village”, where you’ll experience a day of living and working with the local farmers in this village. Follow up with a cooking class, where you’ll learn how to prepare various local dishes like spring rolls and banh xeo, a tasty Vietnamese pancake with pork and shrimp. Enjoy lunch with the food that you create.Overnight at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort.

Day5: DA NANG FREE DAY(B)Overnight at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort.

Day 6: DA NANG- HUE| King tombs (B,L)In the morning depart on a scenic drive from Hue for Ho An via a 3 ½-hour . Along the way journey stop at the atmospheric Hai Van PassVisit Cham Museum, which contains the finest collection of Cham sculptures in the world. Built by the ruling dynasties of Nguyen lords, Hue was modeled on the Imperial City in Beijing, and was restored after extensive damage during the American war. Hue holds an important place in Vietnamese history, as home to the emperors and a religious and educational center.Pay tribute to the Kings of Vietnam’s past at the Nguyen dynasty mausoleum ,Khai Dinh & Tu Duc’s tombOvernight at La resident resort & spa hotel.

DAY 7 : HUE| Home to the Emperors(B)Start your day by cyclo to Tay Loc Market which is mostly for locals and is rarely visited by tourists which is located in the northwest part "Dai Noi" .Proceed to the elegant and historic Thien Mu Pagoda. Situated on riverbank its seven-story tower has become an iconic symbol of Hue. Visit the Citadel, Forbidden Purple City and the royal enclosure that hearken back to the days when Hue was the capital of Vietnam. From here take a 15 minutes cyclo through dai noi ‘Old City’ to Tinh Tam Lake where the Emperors used to come to relax. Enjoy a lunch at the private ‘garden house’ known locally as ‘nha vuon’ of one Hue's most famous architects. This traditional style house, which is set in a large and attractive formal garden has connections with the ancient Hue Royal Imperial Court. The traditional architecture has long been associated with the natural environment and the ancient belief of ‘feng-shui’.Followed visit the recently restored An Dinh Palace where magnificent murals can be seen, as well as the stunning façade where oriental and European designs are integrated. Overnight at La resident resort & spa hotel.

Day8 : HUE TO HANOI| Street food tour(B)Transfer to the airport for flying to Ha NoiStart the journey to discover all the small famous dishes stalls of Hanoi. Your guide will explain the routine of Vietnam meal times and indigenous/unusual ingredients eaten. Stroll up ‘food alley’ to see other dishes on offer. Visit local market & sample the street food tourThis afternoon continue to West Lake and one of the oldest Buddhist pagodas in Hanoi, Tran Quoc, and the nearby Taoist temple of Quan Thanh which dates from the Ly Dynasty.Overnight at Sofitel Legend Metropole hotel.

Day 9 : HANOI| Asian Grace & Pace (B)Embark on your city tour to visits all the historical sites of Hanoi.Hop on a cyclo to visit pay a visit to Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum( close on Monday & Friday ,oct & nov), the burial spot of the adored Vietnamese leader. Walking to visit the first university of Viet Nam, temple of literature .Experience on local motorbike to visit a village inside Hanoi city. Visit Ethnology museum (closed on Monday )where you can see thousands of photos and other objects from Vietnam’s amazing range of minority ethnic groups. You’ll experience what life would have been like for prisoners of war at the Hoa Lo Prison Museum, also known as the “Hanoi Hilton” museum. Soak up the charm of Hanoi’s past as part of a walking tour through the city’s Old Quarter. A final stop at one of Hanoi’s renowned Bia Hoi, where they serve fresh draft beer and tasty snacks. These “pubs” are traditional favorite social gathering spots as well as watering holes during the afternoons and evenings throughout the city. Overnight at Sofitel Legend Metropole hotel.

Day10 : NINH BINH| Ha Long on land (B) Today you’ll leave Hanoi for rural northern Vietnam and the site of the county's first capital, Hoa Lu. This ancient city was a political and cultural center of 10th century Vietnam, and home to three of the country’s royal dynasties.After visiting the two remaining sanctuaries in the old citadel, take a sampan (traditional boat) down the river to the grottoes of the sacred Trang An Caves. Limestone hills surround a peaceful river which passes through a series of caves (one which takes 15-minutes to pass through in darkness). An 'eco tourism' area, the only interruptions here are the sound of birds and the gentle paddle of the oar upon the crystal clear river.The biking trip takes you to visit local villages, rice fields and many beautiful limestone mountains on the way.Overnight at Emeralda Resort.

Day11: HALONG BAY| Fishing village (B,L,D)Depart from Ninh Binh to Halong, one of Vietnam’s jewels. With thousands of limestone karsts rising from the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Tonkin, this iconic spot deserves its reputation as a true natural wonder. Board a traditional Vietnamese junk and set sail on the magnificent bay. While cruising through the clear waters, a tasty lunch of fresh local seafood will be served on board.Later that afternoon visit a small fishing village. Meet locals who have lived and fished in the bay for generations, always willing to share stories from their life on the bay. At sunset, slip into a kayak or board a bamboo rowboat to explore water tunnels and discover pristine coral reefs in a scenic lagoon setting. Overnight on the Jasmine junk

Day 12: LAN HA BAY (B,L,D)Wake up in the amazing seven wonder of the world’s heritage. After having breakfast, board in the luxury day boat, Halong Sunset to cruise to the bay’s most untouched areas, deep in Lan Ha bay. Take a light bike along the coast, through rain forest to Viet Hai village. Enjoy your lunch served on board while your guide explains more about Halong culture and its rich natural beauty. In the afternoon visit fishing villages and kayaking around Ho Ba Ham area before anchoring for the night. Enjoy the Asian buffet dinner. Overnight on the Jasmine junk

DAY 13 : HALONG| Art by nature (B) Greet the day with relaxing Tai Chi exercises on the top deck as the sun rises. Enjoy an elegant continental breakfast before a final cruise around the Bay.As the boat cruises back to the dock, take in your last view of the stunning scenery of Halong Bay. Upon disembarking, drive back to Ha Noi. Transfer to the airport for flying home, taking with you richly color memories that will last a lifetime

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Hotel Information100 villas and pool villas.

30 minutes by road from Danang Airport.

One Bedroom Villa,

Swimming Pool

The Nam HaiHoi An

The Luxury Nam Hai in Hoi An is the only one hotel of Viet Nam is in the GHM hotels, renowned for stylish retreats with outstanding service.It is located on the beautiful Vietnamese coastline & just a short distance from the historic town of Hoi An, offering a great combination of relaxation and cultural opportunities. Private villas, three swimming pools and every imaginable amenity and comfort make this the ultimate indulgence.

Six Senses Ninh Van BayNHA TRANG

The exclusive Six Senses Ninh Van Bay is a rustic, barefoot, luxury resort at its very best, combining the legendary Six Senses service, food and facilities with a totally relaxed atmosphere and a stunning beach location.

Hotel Information

58 villas.1 hour 15 minutes by road and boat fromCam Ranh Airport.

Metropole LegendHANOI

In Hanoi, the legendary Metropole Hotel is the perfect choice. A French colonial style property built in 1901, the Sofitel Metropole Hanoi boasts a rich history and a century long tradition of hospitality for ambassadors and writers, statesmen and entrepreneurs. Located in the centre of Hanoi, the Sofitel's position is ideal for those wanting to immerse themselves into Hanoi life for a few days. Combine French flair, Vietnamese hospitality and sheer grandeur have served it well for over a hundred years

Hotel Information

342 rooms and 22 suites.40 minutes by road from Hanoi Airport.

Six Senses Con DaoCon Dao Island

Con Dao Archipelago, Southern VietnamJust a short flight from the bustling streets of Saigon lies this unique oasis on an island in the Con Dao Archipelago, an area of outstanding natural beauty steeped in history. Six Senses have created a simply idyllic luxurious retreat here.

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50 villas.15 minutes by road from Co Ong Airport.

La resident Hotel & SpaHUE

Located on the banks of the fabled Perfume River overlooking Hue's former Imperial Citadel, La Residence Hotel and Spa is the ultimate in stunning Art Deco design, boutique style.It was formerly a governor's villa set on 2 hectares of land and has been meticulously restored to house 122 rooms and suites, all beautifully light and airy, and most with views across the Perfume River.

Hotel Information122 rooms and suites.30 minutes by road from Hue Airport.

Banyan Tree Lang CoLang Co Region

Inimitable Banyan Tree pampering in an incomparable setting brand new to Vietnam. The resort offers all-villa living alongside ascenic three kilometer stretch of beach close to Lang Co Bay, withinclose reach of the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Hoi An, Hueand My Son. Privacy is assured in every villa, each of which boasts a pool and the services of a villa host. Interiors feature lotus motifs,lacquerware and silk embroideries – intricate latice work gracingdoors, walls and lamps. Cuisine caters for all tastes, with a choice ofrestaurants offering international dishes and modern Vietnamese specialities,

Intercontinental Danang Sun Peninsula ResortDA NANG

Embedded in the mythical hills of the famous Son Tra Peninsula and surrounded by a beautiful landscape with panoramic views of the East Sea, this truly iconic 197 bedroom luxury resort was designed by star architect Bill Bensley from Bensley Design Studios Bangkok.

Park HyattSAI GON

Set in Lam Son Square at the cultural heart of Saigon, the stunning Park Hyatt Saigon is a luxury colonial property and is the perfect base to start exploring one of Vietnam's most fascinating cities.The Park Hyatt is located across the street from the city’s graceful French-built opera house and within walking distance of the city’s main tourist attractions, shopping and entertainment. With its impressive façade, elegant and traditional rooms and stylish restaurants, this is the ideal setting to relax after a day of sightseeing in Ho Chi Minh, or Saigon as it is more commonly known.

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244 rooms and 21 suites.40 minutes by road from HCM Airport.

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49 Pool Villas.1 hour by road from Danang Airport.

Amanoi Vinh Hy Bay.

Amanresorts makes its debut in Vietnam with a contemporary beachside resort alongside a full-service Aman Spa. Named for the Sanskrit-derived word for ‘peace’ and noi meaning ‘place’, Amanoi is a tranquil retreat situated on a beautiful white-sand beach overlooking spectacular Vinh Hy Bay.

Shaped like an elegant seahorse with its back to Laos, its tail embracing Cambodia and its belly curving into the western waters of the East Sea, Vietnam is one of Southeast Asia’s most fascinating countries. Its scenic coastline stretches in a sinuous s-shape over 3,200 kilometres from China in the north, to the Mekong Delta and beyond in the south. Famed for its cuisine and its rich history, Vietnam is increasingly gaining recognition for its natural beauty and biodiversity. Nui Chua National Park in particular protects an area of more than 29,000 hectares of pristine coastal and marine habitats in Ninh Thuan Province, northeast of Ho Chi Minh City.

It is on the dramatic coastline of this National Park – one of the country’s largest natural conservation sites – that Amanoi is situated. With the launch of Amanoi, Amanresorts adds Vietnam to its Southeast Asian circuit, with Amanpuri in Thailand, Amantaka in Laos and Amansara in Cambodia already on offer

Hotel Information

Guest accommodation includes 31 Pavilions,Pavilions offer picturesque views of the surrounding mountains or the lake.Pool Pavilions feature a private swimming pool with panoramic views. Ocean Pavilions offer expansive views of Vinh Hy Bay and the East Sea, while Ocean Pool Pavilions offer similar views alongside private swimming pools.

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