Day 1: Hanoi arrival
We offer you our warmest welcome. Our tour guide will pick you up at the airport and transfer you to the hotel for checking in. Enjoy the rest of day at your leisure.
Day 2: Hanoi Food, Culture, Sight & Fun on Classic Vespa Tour (B/L)
Meet your guide at your Old Quarter hotel for a quick briefing before exploring Hanoi by vintage Vespa. Discover hidden alleys, local markets, and key landmarks like Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Tran Quoc Pagoda, Temple of Literature, and Long Bien Bridge. End with a tasty Vietnamese meal at Hidden Gem Cafe. Vegetarian and vegan options available.
Day 3: Hanoi – Halong Bay Cruise by Shuttle Bus (B/L/D)
Escape the hustle of the city and embark on an unforgettable cruise through the breathtaking waters of Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Traveling to Tuan Chau to boarding your cruise. Sail through stunning limestone islands, enjoy fresh seafood meals on board, and take part in activities like kayaking, swimming, and a sunset cooking class. Spend the night on the calm waters of the bay for a truly memorable experience.
Day 4: Halong Bay Cruise – Hanoi by shuttle bus (B/L)
Take a local boat to explore the area around Sang Toi Cave. After check-out, return to the pier at the south of the bay and disembark at Got Ferry. We transfer you back to your hotel in Hanoi.
Day 5: Hanoi – Quang Binh by flight (B)
Our car will pick you up and transfer you to the airport for your flight to Quang Binh. Upon arrival in Quang Binh, our driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel.
Day 6: Visit Paradise Cave – Chay River – Paradise Cave (B/L)
Discover the beauty of Phong Nha – Ke Bang with Vietnam Travel & Cruise. Explore the stunning Paradise Cave, relax on a scenic boat ride along Chay River. A top-rated experience at great value!
Day 7: Dark Cave – Zipline – Mudbad (B/L)
Dark Cave, discovered in 1990 and known as “The small version of Son Dong Cave,” offers unique beauty with lakes and cool water temperatures of 18°C. Experience the thrill of ziplining into the cave, followed by a relaxing mud bath, all while surrounded by the serene nature of Quang Binh.
Day 8: Quang Binh – Hoian by train (B)
Our car will pick you up and transfer you to the train station to Da Nang. Upon arrival in Da Nang, our driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel for check-in and relaxation.
Day 9: Hoian walking street food tour (B/L)
Join our Hoi An Food Tour to experience the best of the local cuisine. You’ll taste iconic dishes like Banh Mi, Cao Lau, My Quang, Banh Vac, Com Ga, and Banh Xeo, each offering a unique flavor of the region. Along the way, you’ll also learn how to make a refreshing green tea cocktail. This culinary journey will leave you with unforgettable memories of Hoi An’s vibrant food culture. After the tour, return to your hotel to relax.
Day 10: Hoian cooking class (B/L)
Join a boat trip to a small island, visit local gardens, and learn to make rice paper and rice milk. Prepare 4 dishes: grilled pork, papaya salad, Banh Xeo, and fish. Enjoy a recipe book at the end.
Day 11: Bana Hills – Golden Bridge (B/L)
Our guide and driver will take you to Ba Na Hills. Ride the world’s longest cable car with scenic views of Vong Nguyet Hills, Linh Ung Pagoda, and more. After lunch, visit the Golden Bridge supported by giant hands and explore the Fantasy Park. Return to your hotel in the afternoon.
Day 12: Departure (B)
Enjoy your breakfast before heading to the airport for departure flights.
Tour Inclusions:
- 11 nights 4 star accommodation
- Private transportation throughout the trip (except Ha Long)
- 11 breakfasts, 8 lunches & 1 dinner
- Touring with English-speaking local guide.
- Sightseeing and permit fees during guided times.
- Domestic flight: Hanoi – Dong Hoi
- Day train: Dong Hoi – Danang
- Vietnam E-visa
Tour Exclusions:
- Travel insurance (compulsory)
- International flights with airport and departure taxes
- Alcoholic drinks & drinks at mealtime + Optional visits + Personal expenses (Telephone, laundry…)
- Personal expenses
- Tips for guide, driver, boat crew & hotels’ porters
- Meals other than those mentioned above
- Other services not clearly indicated in the Package Inclusion above.
- Early check-in/ Late check out
Trip Notes:
– Travelers are highly recommended to purchase Travel Insurance upon commitment of the booking in case of force majeure. Travel Insurance covers such costs as emergency and medical evacuation, hospital fees, property loss, etc. which could possibly happen during the trip.
– Rooms at hotels are available only from 1400 on arrival day till 1200 on departure date. A supplement will be added if early check-in or late check-out is desired.
– The itinerary may subject to change depending on weather conditions and the local situation.
– Reservations during peak times such as Christmas, New Year, Vietnamese Lunar New Year, National Holidays may be subject to supplementary charges.
– If any proposed service is not available at the time of booking, we will try to find alternative and similar option and minimize changes to the program.
– Domestic flights may subject to change or reschedule before departure date
– Vietnam Travel and Cruise is not responsible for any injury, loss, death, inconvenience, delay or damage to personal property in connection with the provision of any goods or services whether resulting from but not limited to acts of God or force majeure, illness, disease, acts of war, civil unrest, insurrection or revolt, animals, strikes or other labor activities, criminal or terrorist activities of any kind, overbooking or downgrading of services, food poisoning, mechanical or other failure of aircraft or other means of transportation or for failure of any transportation mechanism to arrive or depart on time. Additional expenses incurred due to delays, accidents, natural disaster, political actions and unrest, must be covered by the clients. Vietnam Travel and Cruise will make every effort to recoup any losses from the service providers.
Booking condition:
Payment:
– A Deposit of AUD$300 per person is required upon confirmation of your booking. This deposit is non-refundable.
– The balance is due 30 days prior to departure. If you fail to pay by the due date we reserve the right to cancel your booking and retain your deposit.
– If you make a booking less than 30 days prior to departure, full payment is due within 48 hours.
Cancellation: Any cancellations must be made in witting.
– Cancellation fees apply to all cancelled reservations. The fee is determined by the date written cancellation received by Vietnam Travel and Cruise.
– Cancellation more than 30 days – Loss of deposit
– Cancellation at 30 or less days – 100% of total booking cost
Special conditions: Depending on airlines, hotels, cruises’ cancellation policies, the above conditions may be modified.
Claims and refunds for unused services
No refunds or exchanges can be made in respect of accommodation, meals, sightseeing tours, transport or any other services, which are included in the tour prices but not utilized by the client.
