Day 1: Sai Gon
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: Sai Gon city tour – Cu Chi tunnels (B/L)
Visit Cu Chi Tunnels, explore the underground network, and enjoy tea & cassava. Optional shooting experience. After lunch, return to Saigon to see the Independence Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, and the War Remnants Museum.
Day 3: Long Tan – Nui Dat Memorial 2D1N (B/L)
Depart from Saigon in the morning and enjoy scenic views on the way to Bà Rịa. Visit key Vietnam War sites such as the Long Tan Cross, Nui Dat, Horseshoe Hill, and Long Phuoc Tunnels, guided by in-depth historical commentary. Stop by the Ba Ria Orphanage before continuing to Vung Tau for an overnight stay.
Day 4: Vung Tau – Sai Gon – Hoi An (B)
Our car will pick you up and transfer you to the airport to catch your flight to Danang. Upon arrival in Danang, our driver and car will meet up with you and bring you to your accommodation in Hoian. Check into your hotel and relax at your own leisure.
Day 5: Hoian walking tour (B/L)
Start your day with a guided walk through Hoi An Ancient Town, exploring its blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Japanese architecture. Visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, ancient houses, and artisan shops. Enjoy lunch with local dishes like Cao Lau or Mi Quang.
Day 6: Hoi An – My Son (B/L)
Enjoy a scenic drive to My Son to explore ancient Cham ruins and, if timing allows, watch a traditional dance performance. Afterward, cruise back to Hoi An by boat and enjoy a Vietnamese lunch onboard. Return to your hotel around 2:00 PM.
Day 7: Hoi An – Hue (B)
At 09:00, after breakfast, your guide and driver will pick you up for a scenic 160km journey from Hoian to Hue, passing the dramatic Hai Van Pass and Lang Co. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel check-in and relaxation in this charming ancient town.
Day 8: Hue city full day (B/L)
Today, explore the UNESCO-listed Hue Monument Complex. Start with a boat ride on the Perfume River to visit the iconic Thien Mu Pagoda. Continue by car to the royal tombs of Minh Mang and Khai Dinh, each reflecting the unique legacy of its emperor. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the Hue Royal Citadel and Forbidden Purple City, rich in imperial history. End the day at Dong Ba Market before returning to your hotel around 16:30.
Day 9: Hue – DMZ – Hanoi by flight (B/L)
Start your day with a pick-up from your hotel and head north to Dong Ha. Along the way, visit important sites including the Highway of Horror, Quang Tri Citadel, and Ai Tu Airfield. Explore the strategic Rockpile and Khe Sanh Combat Base, then enjoy a local lunch in Dong Ha. After lunch, Our car will pick you up and transfer you to the airport to catch your flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival, our driver and car will meet up with you and bring you to your accommodation. Check into your hotel and relax at your own leisure.
Day 10: Hanoi Jeep tour (B/L)
Meet your guide at your Old Quarter hotel for a quick briefing before exploring Hanoi by vintage Jeep. 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 11: Hanoi – Ha Long Bay by shuttle bus(B/L/D)
Escape the hustle of the city and embark on an unforgettable two-day cruise through the breathtaking waters of Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Traveling via the new expressway, you’ll reach Hai Phong in just two hours before 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 12: Ha Long Bay – 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 13: Departure (B)
Enjoy your breakfast before heading to the airport for departure flights.
Tour Inclusions:
- 12 nights 4 star accommodation
- Private transportation throughout the trip (except Ha Long)
- 10 breakfasts, 9 lunches & 1 dinner
- Touring with English-speaking local guide.
- Sightseeing and permit fees during guided times.
- Domestic flight: Saigon – Da Nang; Hue – Hanoi
- 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.
