Cruise through the stunning scenery of Ha Long Bay on an 1 night premium boat cruise, Relax in luxury bungalows high in the mountains at your Ecolodge in Sapa, Enjoy the Ancient town in Hoi An, indulge in the nightlife of Saigon and visit the capital of Hanoi.
Luxury 4 & 5 star accommodations
Buffet breakfasts at hotel daily & Lunch & Dinners as described in the program at local restaurants
Private tour with experienced english speaking guide
All entrance fees as described in the program.
Private hotel/airport transfer by modern car, brands such as Toyota, Mercedes.
Flights from Hanoi – Da Nang & Da Nang – Saigon
Free photos of the trip via a downloadable link.
A cinematic video of the trip will be available for download.
Vietnam visa approval letter fee: $25/person
Drinks & personal expenses such as laundry, spa in hotel, tips
Visa stamp fee on arrival ($25/person in cash pay directly in the airport) - International air tickets
Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, you will be transferred to the hotel for your overnight stay in Hanoi. Later that night You will enjoy your welcome dinner and the opportunity to get acquainted with your fellow travelers.
Meals Included: Dinner
Today will be a early morning departure from Hanoi hotel for a 5hr transfer to the Luxury Ecolodge.
The Ecolodge is a boutique hotel situated atop a beautiful hillside deep in the mountains of Hoang Lien National Park. It provides the perfect setting to indulge in guilt-free modern convenience all while protecting the surrounding environment and local cultures.
After checking in your bungalow, enjoy the beautiful and peaceful view of the surrounding mountains and valleys from your private balcony.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Depart Luxury Ecolodge at 8:30 and transfer to the Nam Cang Village.
Upon arrival to remote Nam Cang you will learn about embroidery and silversmithing in different Red Dzao homes before starting a scenic 1 hr walk
through lush green jungles and glittering rice fields to the brand-new mountain hut. Here we will indulge in a scrumptious Sapa-inspired BBQ lunch. Take advantage of the stunning scenery, or simply rest your feet in the cool river while your food is being prepared. Whatever the case, make sure to eat as much as you can of the wide array of food that's prepared freshly for you. After lunch you will make the return 1 hour walk back to Nam Cang Village for your transfer back to the Luxury Ecolodge.
Distance: 2h transfer
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Fansipan Peak Addon (Day of relaxation at ecolodge for those who don't pick add-on)
After breakfast and check out, you will be transferred to the Fansipan Cable Car Station for a ride on the world’s longest 3-wire cable car. Here, you will see the beautiful Muong Hoa valley and Hoang Lien Son range from above.
After 25 minutes by cable car and a quick 600-step climb, you will reach the majestic Fansipan peak. (You can circumvent the climb by taking a train for an additional price 150,000 VND or $7 USD/per person/roundtrip)
You'll then be transferred to Sapa town center where you will have lunch and free time to walk around the town on your own.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Set sail and enjoy the magnificent scenery of the remote and untouched limestone mountain of Lan Ha Bay – Cat Ba Archipelago.
Bask in the Beauty of this UNESCO World Natural Heritage site as the cruise vessel approaches the Ba Trai Dao (Three Peach beaches) , a natural frontier between the provinces of Halong and Haiphong. This secret hideaway has beaches, caves and coves, plus the spectacular natural beauty of about 400 islands. Guests can go for a swim or try kayaking.
After your day of excursions, you will head back to the boat to enjoy life aboard the vessel or in your suite with cocktail in hand, as you watch the sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. Later that evening you will have the opportunity to take part in a chef-lead Vietnamese cooking class, enjoy evening views of the bay at the bar on the top deck or try your hand at squid fishing.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Start the day with the session of Vovinam (Vietnamese martial art) on the sundeck.
Have a light breakfast on board before embarking on a Bamboo boat tour to explore the Dark and Bright Cave.
After your tour, you will enjoy brunch before return to Tuan Chau Marina.
While waiting for your pick-up service to take you back to Hanoi, enjoy the comfort of the lounge before being escorted to the airport for your flight to Da Nang.
Check into Hoi An hotel for overnight stay and enjoy the rest of your evening exploring the colorful lantern town and night market.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Try a hands on experience of fishing with the local fishermen in the urban area of Hoi An. This tour will expose you to the wonderful culture of rice cultivation and traditional fishing practices of the local people in the central region of Vietnam.
Enjoy the ride on a traditional basket boat while visiting the water coconut palm forest.
Learn how to make origami art such as grasshoppers, flowers & rings made from water coconut leaves.
Tour ends at 2.30pm then you have your free afternoon to check the town on your own.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
In the morning you will take a flight to Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon) which is the largest of Vietnam's cities. Upon arrival, you will be transported to the hotel for check-in . The afternoon is your own time to either relax or explore the city .
Street Food Tour on Vespa (Dinner): $120/person (Add-on)
Are you looking for a unique experience in Saigon? Saigon is the biggest and most energetic city in Vietnam with the population of more than 10 million people and with more than 5 million scooters. Explore Saigon and its food with an experienced driver on a vintage vespa. We start with a welcome drink at a local bar and then ride around the city from landmarks to small alley's, so you can get a real feel for Saigon life. You'll be introduced to local specialties, rediscover seafood and enjoy the local acoustics as you end your tour at a café for drinks and dessert.
Meals Included: Breakfast
At its height, the Cu Chi tunnel system stretched over 250km from Saigon to the Cambodian border and was three levels deep. The network included innumerable trap doors, specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers and kitchens. Today the remaining tunnels have become a major tourist attraction giving the visitor a unique experience and a feel of what underground life during the U.S.- Vietnam American must have been like. Do not miss trying to crawl along the narrow tunnel yourself.
Tour concludes around noon: Enjoy the rest of the day to explore on your own.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Sleep in or take advantage of the rest of your time in Saigon before your evening departure back home.
Meals Included: Breakfast
