Tropical Adventure 10 Days

Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta - Can Tho - Danang - Hoian - Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Halong Bay 

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Itinerary

Overview

  • Unique and eco-friendly excursions in Hoi An and Hue
  • Observe and immerse yourself into the local life on waterways and lust fruit orchards of the Mekong Delta and the vibrant Saigon city.
  • Finish your journey in Northern Vietnam at most iconic landmarks from the historic Hanoi capital to world-famous Ha Long bay.

Detailed Itinerary

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On arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, you will be greeted and welcomed by our guide and driver, then be transferred to the hotel to check in at 2:00PM. You might have a sleep to recover, or wander around for some own exploration. The rest of the day is at your leisure. 

Meals on your own account. Overnight stay in Ho Chi Minh.

We’ll go on a day-tour to an interesting place – Mekong Delta. It takes approximately 2.5 hours to 3 hours’ drive from Ho Chi Minh city center to Ben Tre. Arrive at Phong Nam pier, you will get on a cruise on Chet Say river – a tributary of Mekong River. From the boat, you have an opportunity to get a closer look at the local life and their handicrafts such as activated coconut charcoal, coconut-based products and mat weaving.

Pay a visit to nearby village where you can hop on “xe loi” (a special motorized trishaw) or cycling around through green vegetation and endless rice fields. Taste some delicacies for lunch at a local house.

Return to the dock after enjoying a fun boat trip along a narrow canal. 

Bus transfer to Can Tho city. 

Dinner on your own expense. Overnight stay at a hotel in Can Tho.

From Ninh Kieu wharf, we start our trip by a boat sailing to Cai Rang floating market.  Watch in awe when you see the smooth performances of traders juggling all kind of fruits boat to boat. The practice of trading goods in the floating markets stands out as the image representing the tourism in this area. You will be immerse in this lively and bustling local wholesale market.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Transfer to the airport for a flight to Danang. Upon your arrival, our guide and driver are ready to pick up and transfer you to the hotel for check in. 

Dinner at your own expense. Overnight stay the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, make a visit to one of Hoi An local markets in the morning. You can see how people sell things on the ground, eye-catching displays of herbs, fruits, meat and seafood. If you are keen on interacting with natives, this is a great chance.

Afterwards, we will head to Bay Mau nipa palm forest, hop on a coracle - a special means of transport in this area. You will find yourself floating under verdant mangrove forest. There are plenty of adorable souvenirs in shape of hats, rings, watches made of palm leaves being sold by locals along the way.

We have an exhilarating game for tourists called “bit mat dap nieu” - a Vietnamese folk game. After the game, take a sip of local tea before joining the cooking class. You will learn a lot about Vietnam cooking style in particular and Vietnamese culture in general.  Enjoy your self-made lunch afterwards.

After lunch, a chilling boat ride on Thu Bon river is ready for you. From the boat, you can observe the day-day-day activities of rural inhabitants.

Return to the hotel and the rest of the day is at your leisure. 

Meals on your own account. Overnight stay at the hotel.

You have this full day in Hoian relaxing at the stunning An Bang Beach or taking a leisurely walk through the ancient town. Lunch and dinner on your expense. Overnight stay in Hoian.

You will be transferred to Da Nang Airport for a flight to Ha Noi City in the morning with no guide. Our driver and tour guide will be ready at Noi Bai International Airport will pick you up and send you to the hotel. 

First visit of today is Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum – a must-see for any tourists visiting Hanoi capital. Aside from the mighty gray-granite mausoleum and vast Ba Dinh Square, you may find Uncle Ho’s vestige and historical objects of the wars in his Stilt House, Presidential Palace and One Pillar Pagoda. 

Afterwards, you get to spend the rest of your day like at the Old Quarter where Hanoi’ most authentic goods are, from street food to jewelries. 

Lunch and dinner on your own. Stay one night at the hotel

We’ll start our adventure to Ninh Binh by 2-hour driving to this city (around 110km)

Upon arrival, you’ll have a 1.5-hour visit to Van Long Nature Reserve - home to supernova Kong: Skull Island by a rowboat which enable you to have an insightful look into marvelous limestone caves and vast green rice fields. 

Next, we’ll grab a bicycle and ride along Boi river bank to explore Gia Hung village and its neighboring areas. From here, we travel to Nho Quan village for a lunch with locals. After your meal, pay a visit to Hoa Lu ancient capital. This picturesque little citadel surrounded by mountains and rivers was once the capital of Vietnam in the 10th and 11th centuries, during the reign of the Dinh and the Le dynasties.

Get ready to head back to Hanoi. Dinner on your own account. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Early breakfast as we will go on a ride to the second city – Ha Long. The iconic Ha Long Bay on the Gulf of Tonkin offers exceptional natural scenic beauty of limestone islets, designated World Heritage site. On the way to Ha Long, you might enjoy infinite rice paddy fields, rolling mountains scene of the Red river delta. As soon as you reach Ha Long, it is the beginning of an exciting cruise on this charming bay. 

After your lunch on boat, you will be taken to some of glorious limestone caves. Each caves have stories of its own, possesses splendid and sacred exquisiteness made from stalactite. Finishing visiting the caves, tourists should reward themselves with a revitalizing swim in emerald water when the cruise comes to a halt. Kayaking is another option if you want to explore more of the bay by yourself.

The boat cast its anchor for a stay through the night. Have your dinner on board along with other fun games.

Kindly be informed that transportation used for moving from Hanoi to Ha Long is a shared shuttle bus (with an English speaking guide). Contact our travel consultants for more information about private transfer service.

Early morning on Ha Long bay is dreamy. Wake up to immerse yourself in a peaceful morning with fresh air and soothing light of the first sunshine.  Enjoy your breakfast in such breezy atmosphere while the ship sails you further to the ocean then back to the land.

A light lunch on board will be served, followed by a trip from the dock to Hanoi by shuttle bus. 

Dinner on your own account. Overnight stay at the hotel in Hanoi.

Last day in Hanoi, stroll around collecting some souvenirs for you loved ones back home. You will be transferred without guide to the airport for your departure flight. 

Meals on your expense. End of service!

List of hotels we use: Best price, strategic locations, carefully-checked.

In Vietnam

Hotel
Category
Destination
3 - Star 4 - Star 5 - Star
Halong Bay Lavender Cruise Lavender Elegance Cruise Athena Luxury Cruise
Hoian Kiman Hotel Belle Maison Hadana Resort & Spa Palm Garden Resort
Ho Chi Minh City Le Duy Grand Hotel Muong Thanh Centre Saigon Hotel Majestic Saigon
Can Tho Iris Hotel Iris Hotel Victoria Can Tho

In Vietnam

Halong Bay Lavender Cruise
Hoian Kiman Hotel
Ho Chi Minh City Le Duy Grand Hotel
Can Tho Iris Hotel
Halong Bay Lavender Elegance Cruise
Hoian Belle Maison Hadana Resort & Spa
Ho Chi Minh City Muong Thanh Centre Saigon
Can Tho Iris Hotel
Halong Bay Athena Luxury Cruise
Hoian Palm Garden Resort
Ho Chi Minh City Hotel Majestic Saigon
Can Tho Victoria Can Tho

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

  • Accommodation in a shared twin or shared double room with daily breakfast 
  • Regional flights:

         ♦ Ho Chi Minh – Danang

         ♦ Danang - Hanoi

  • Tours and transfers as mentioned by private air conditioned vehicle
  • Boat trips as mentioned in the itinerary 
  • Local English speaking guide
  • Meals where mentioned (B: breakfast; L: lunch; D: dinner)
  • Entrance fees
  • Water for activities (1 bottle per person per day)

Exclusions

  • International flight tickets
  • Vietnam visa
  • Single supplement surcharge
  • Other meals than mentioned
  • Other services than mentioned
  • Drinks, other than water on activity days
  • Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, drinks, tip...)
  • Travel insurance

Trip Notes

 

Best Time to Visit: February to October when the weather is not too cold in the north and less rain in the Central

Car Procedure:

VIETNAM
1 pax 4 - seater car
2 pax 7 - seater car
3 - 8 pax 16 - seater car
9 -14 pax 30 - seater car
15 - 20 pax 35 - seater car

Rooms are available from 14.00 on arrival day until 12.00 on departure day, room supplement charge will be added for request of early/late check in/out.

Airfares (if any) may change without notice prior to e-ticket issuance.

Our prices are valid for daily derparture for period 2019 to 2020.

Price for Infants and Children will be Quoted as Follow:

  • Children under 2 years old: Free of charge (Maximum 1 child under 2 years old travels with 2 adults; from the second child, 50% of the regular fare will be applied) 
  • Children from 2 to 5 years old: 50% of the regular fare will be applied
  • Children from 5 to 11 years old: 75% of the regular fare will be applied
  • Children from 12 years: 100% of the regular fare will be applied

During Peak Season and Special Occasions, Surcharges may be Added to the Price:

  • Christmas and New Year’s Eve: Compulsory meals would be added during these times of the years, depends on hotels or resorts you will stay overnight.
  • Easter Holidays 10 April – 12 April 2020: Extra fee will be applied during holiday.
  • Vietnam Lunar New Year – from 24 Jan 2020 – 27 Jan 2020: Extra fee will be applied during holiday.

Visa Requirements: 

You must have a valid passport (six months beyond your planned stay, and at least one blank page for each visa stamp) and a visa (or pre - approval letter for a visa on arrival) to enter Vietnam. Check out the ultimate guides to get Vietnam visa or contact our travel consultants, they are always happy to advise you on visa requirements. 

Customer Reviews

Based on 8 reviews

Jen B

Johannesburg, South Africa

"Pastoral beauty, unique culture, fantastic guide."

September 6, 2018

We highly recommend Vietnam Travels tour operators. We loved our Journey to Sapa with them, fell in love with the little mountainous town and the people there. The hills were so gorgeous. Just a few meters out of the city, the air clears, and if ... More +

MollyBillie

Durban, South Africa

"Halong Bay - a must-see place with Vietnam Travel "

March 8, 2019

The cruise was entirely fantastic, the 2-night trip is definitely more worthwhile as you are a bit rushed with the schedule. Our cabin was great, private verandah, very comfy clean bed, air-con, and a fridge. Kayak trip around the floating fishing village was great. We ... More +

Dirkdale

Kimberley, South Africa

"Exceeded Our Expectations"

December 28, 2017

From the early planning stages to the end of our 12-day tour from north to south with Vietnam Travels. They performed at a high standard with very good communication and organization. We elected for a private tour which meant we had greater flexibility of time ... More +

kalayaan82

New Castle, South Africa

"An eye for best views and deep knowledge of Vietnam history"

November 7, 2018

Vietnam Travels was an excellent tour operator that was recommended to us by our friend from San Francisco. The agents were very friendly and knowledgeable! Depending on your interest, they can show you the most popular sights of Ho Chi Minh city, show you some ... More +

Voyageur000

Queenstown, South Africa

"Amazing time from the capital to the ancient citadel in Vietnam"

May 24, 2019

The company’s tour guide took us to the most amazing spots of Hanoi and the central regions. In addition, they were always looking for ways to improve our experience and to help us with special requests like buying fruits, gifts and going to cash points. ... More +

TaraSofiaa

Cape Town, South Africa

"A great way to travel - an impressive getaway!"

April 18, 2019

Who wouldn’t have thought that a trip to an ancient town in Vietnam could be that exciting!
Our tour guide was very friendly, pleasant and had a great sense of humor! The bus was punctual, spacious and comfy. We went to the Marble Mountains, where we ... More +

Bhimani

Grahamstown, South Africa

"Cambodia and Vietnam - an extraordinary combined vacation"

February 15, 2019

I had an amazing time and great experience in both countries.
What a fabulous time we had with Cambodia tours here in Siem Reap cannot thank these people enough they were so obliging friendly and helpful would recommend them to all who travel to Siem Reap. ... More +

Brittany M

Johannesburg, South Africa

"Splendid Journey of a Lifetime"

January 24, 2018

Let me just start by saying, I am really really bad about writing reviews. However, I know that is how I found Vietnam Travels, and my journey through Vietnam wouldn't have been the same without it. My only regret is that I didn't have enough ... More +
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