GENERAL INFORMATION

SOUTHERN VIETNAM

CENTRAL VIETNAM

Historical Hue, 3 days
Hoi An Ancient Town, 3 days

NORTHERN VIETNAM

Hanoi stopover, 3 days
Halong Bay, 2 days
Halong Bay Cruise, 2 days
Halong Bay Cruise, 3 days
Highland Places and Tribal Faces of Sapa, 4 days

TRAVEL IDEAS

SMALL GROUP DEPARTURES

CRUISES

Pandaw Cruise - Mekong River - Saigon to Siem Reap (Vietnam to Cambodia or in the reverse), 4, 5 and 8 days
Mekong River Cruise - Le Cochinchine Boat, 2 days
Orion Expedition Cruises

Vietnam Small Group Travel Idea

Vietnam Insight

11 days

Gain a deeper understanding of magical Vietnam with a more in depth journey through its historic cities, provincial culture and glistening coast. Be enchanted by the smiling locals you meet throughout your journey, on the bustling streets of Hanoi and Saigon, or the tranquil farmhouses of the Mekong Delta. Be enriched by the ancient relics and living history in Vietnam’s ancient towns of Hoi An and Hue, and be enlivened by the sparkling beauty of Halong Bay.

Day 1. Arrive Hanoi.
Upon arrival in Hanoi you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Tonight meet your tour leader (or local guide) for welcome drinks and a tour briefing.

Day 2. Hanoi.
Explore Hanoi with a walking tour through the Old Quarter, a visit to historic Ba Dinh Square and the Ho Chi Minh Quarter, the infamous Hoa Lo (Hanoi Hilton) prison and the peaceful Temple of Literature, before an evening theatrical water puppet performance. (B)

Day 3. Hanoi to Halong Bay.
Journey east and spend a magical night onboard your private boat on Halong Bay. (BLD)

Day 4. Halong Bay to Hoi An.
Disembark and drive back to Hanoi. This afternoon board your flight south to the city of Da Nang, transfer to your hotel in Hoi An. (BL)

Day 5. Hoi An.
Begin the day with a walking and market tour of Hoi An with the students of ‘Streets’ organisation. The rest of the day is free to explore this quaint town with its many galleries, handicraft shops, tailors and cafes – or relaxing at your hotel. (B)

Day 6. Hoi An to Hue.
This morning drive to Hue via the spectacular Hai Van pass. Visit the tombs of the former Nguyen Dynasty Emperor – Tu Duc and the ancient citadel. Visit the workers of Spiral Foundation. (B)

Day 7. Hue to Saigon.
Fly to Saigon and see the sights of old and new Saigon in the central ‘French quarter’ and the bustling market streets. (B)

Day 8. Saigon & Cu Chi.
Visit the infamous Cu Chi Tunnels to see one of the communist strongholds in the south during the Vietnam War. (B)

Day 9. Saigon & Can Tho.
Explore the Mekong Delta’s canals, orchards and towns by boat before heading to Can Tho in the heart of the Mekong. (BL)

Day 10. Can Tho to Saigon.
Visit the famous floating market of Cai Rang, before returning to Saigon. (B)

Day 11. Depart Saigon.
Today you will be transferred to the airport for your onward journey. (B)

DEPARTURES 2013:

January 12, 19 & 26

February 2, 9, 16 & 23

March 2, 8, 16, 23 & 30

April 6 & 27

May 18

June 8 & 29

July 20

August 10 & 31

September 14 & 21

October 5, 12 & 26

November 2, 16 & 23

December 7, 14, 21 & 28

DEPARTURES 2014:

January 4, 11, 18 & 25

February 1, 8, 15, 22

March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

PRICES:

Twin/willing to share: from $1840USD per person
Single: from $2430USD per person

Note a deluxe hotel option is also available. Please enquire

HOTELS:

Please click the hotel of your choice from the list below.

Hanoi – Anise Hotel

Halong Bay – Overnight Boat

Hue – Huong Giang Hotel

Hoi An – Hoi An Trails Resort & Spa

Saigon – Renaissance Riverside Hotel

Can Tho – Golf Hotel