Your
Vietnam vacation commences with three days in Hue, beginning
with ...
... a transfer from the airport, time to relax, a 'Welcome'
dinner and a busy day investigating Vietnam’s Imperial heartland
in prospect.
With the massive Citadel,
the flamboyant tombs of the Nguyen Emperors, distinctive cuisine,
rich cultural traditions and the peaceful Perfume River, Hue
has a lot to offer. You’ll see it all. You'll also cycle around
the ‘garden house’ area, and eat classic Hue cuisine prepared
and served by a descendent of the Imperial Court.
Guide/escort:
transfer from the airport, evening, and both following days
Meals: two breakfasts,
two lunches and two dinners
A
day in the war zone
The DMZ was the theatre where the Vietnam War raged most fiercely.
There's not much left, but your expert guide will revisit the
past to place one of the most savage conflicts into its historical
context. It’s an evocative place – whispered echoes of the battles
seem to float through the air, speaking not only of death and
destruction but also of rebirth and renewal. Then it’s back
to Hue with a free morning to follow.
Guide:
all day
Meals: one breakfast
and one lunch
Two
days in one of Vietnam’s best national parks
Bach Ma is an example of good environmental conservation. It’s
rich in bio-diversity and has panoramic views over the coastal
strip and the South China Sea. There are several nature trails
from gentle strolls to arduous trekking – the choice is yours.
You'll spend the night in renovated colonial villa (the park
used to be a popular French hill-station) high on the mountain
slopes.
Around lunchtime,
Hoi An beckons. The drive south takes you via Danang and the
famed Marble Mountains, so there's plenty to do on the way.
Guide:
from leaving Hue to arriving in Hoi An
Meals: two breakfasts,
two lunches and one dinner
Three
days in Hoi An
Beguiling Hoi An is the polar opposite to Hue, a tiny ancient
port tucked away in the middle of a modern town - most of our
clients call it ‘charming’. Its peaceful streets and old wooden
houses cuddle up to each other and gaze across what was once
the sea that made it an important trading centre, but is now
the Thu Bon River. The Ancient Town is also within easy reach
of Cua Dai Beach, part of the stretch of sand that includes
the famous ‘China Beach’.
You'll have a guide
to show you Hoi An's chequered history and, if you wish, an
optional half-day excursion to My Son, a remarkable monument
to an even more remarkable civilization. Then it’s back to the
airport for your flight to either Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
Guide:
one day, and another half day if you choose the My Son option
Meals: three breakfasts,
and one lunch - two if you choose the My Son option
Prices (person in US dollars):
The prices below are based on the hotels on the Vietnam Sonata 'Accommodation' page. If you would prefer a different hotel, or hotels, choose your preference on the relevant 'Hotels' page, tell us, and we'll send you a modified price within 24 hrs at the latest.
| Number in group |
2 |
3-4 |
5-8 |
9-12 |
13-16 |
*Supplement:
single hotel room occupancy
|
| Mid-range |
868 |
777 |
670 |
622 |
596 |
278 |
| Superior |
985 |
894 |
787 |
739 |
713 |
395 |
| Deluxe |
1,116 |
1,076 |
969 |
921 |
894 |
576 |
| First Class |
1,616 |
1,525 |
1,418 |
1,370 |
1,344 |
1,025 |
| My Son option |
53 |
46 |
38 |
35 |
22 |
N/A |
These
prices are valid until October 31, 2008. Please note that bank
transfer fees are not included.
*‘Single room occupancy’
refers to the accommodation element of the programme only, and
applies to someone who is travelling with others but requires
an additional room for him or herself. Single traveller prices
are available on request.
Our prices include:
- Breakfast and accommodation in twin or double rooms.
- Breakfast and accommodation sharing a twin or double room.
- Pick-ups and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above
- Domestic flight tickets: Danang – Hanoi/or Ho Chi Minh City, including domestic airport taxes.
- Boat cruises as programme.
- Travel by private, air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced, safe driver.
- The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary
- The usage of bicycle as mentioned.
- Where necessary, entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the programme.
- Lunches and dinners in good quality local restaurants as specified in the itinerary and picnics where suitable restaurants are not available
- VAT and other taxes
Our prices do not include:
- International flight tickets and airport tax
- Visas
- Dinners except as specified above
- Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses
- Insurance.
