Principal highlights: The unique atmosphere of Hanoi; a private cruise on awe-inspiring Ha Long Bay; the ancient glory of Hue's historic Imperial Citadel and Forbidden Purple City; the charm of Hoi An's ancient town ; the remarkable culture of the mighty Mekong River and Delta; the excitement of chaotic Ho Chi Minh City. The unique atmosphere of Hanoi; a private cruise on awe-inspiring Ha Long Bay; the ancient glory of Hue's historic Imperial Citadel and Forbidden Purple City; the charm of Hoi An's ancient town ; the remarkable culture of the mighty Mekong River and Delta; the excitement of chaotic Ho Chi Minh City.

Tour overview

FLIGHT AND ARRIVAL: 2 DAYS IN HANOI

Allow us to welcome you to Vietnam's capital by inviting you to some fine dining at a colonial building from the French Era, followed by a performance of Vietnam's unique Water Puppetry.

HA LONG BAY: 2 DAYS CRUISING ON THE WORLD'S MOST IMPRESSIVE SEASCAPE

A two night cruise of Ha Long Bay aboard a splendid wooden junk, modelled on the Vietnamese Royal Court vessels of old.

Our chartered vessel allows the group to wander into the further and quieter reaches of Ha Long Bay's coves and caves not normally visited by tourists. Weather permitting, you'll be able to visit remote beaches, swim, snorkel, fish, and slip into sea level caves and grottoes in a small sampan or kayak.

FLY TO HUE : 2 DAYS IN THE IMPERIAL CITY

Attractions include the Imperial Citadel of Hue and its Forbidden Purple City; the thrumming cultural hub of Dong Ba market; a leisurely cruise on the Perfume River; the Royal Tombs of the Emperors ; a dinner in one of Hue's remarkable ‘Garden Houses'.

HOI AN: 2 DAYS IN A CHARMING ANCIENT TOWN

Attractions include the Hai Van pass with superb coastal views; Danang's Cham Museum; an Ancient Town famed for its fine silks, woodcarving and restaurants ; free time to shop for silk ; nearby Cua Dai beach, better known as China Beach.

FLY TO HO CHI CITY: 1 DAY IN SOUTHEAST ASIA'S LARGEST CITY.

Attractions include the Reunification Palace; ‘Chinatown'; the vast Ben Thanh market; free time to explore the city centre.

THE MEKONG: 3 DAYS ON THE DELTA
Attractions include cruises on the delta; fruit orchards; floating villages and markets; a traditional family-run brick kiln and a variety of cottage industries.

RETURN TO HO CHI MINH CITY AND DEPARTURE: 2 DAYS

Free time to shop, visit other attractions or relax before leaving Vietnam for your flight home.

 

Prices: £ 1,590 per person
For clients outside the UK, please contact us at enquiry@haivenu-vietnam.com for a quotation in US$ or AUD.

Outline tour arrangements

•  Tours depart monthly and are seventeen days in duration (including flight time).

•  Groups are limited to a maximum of twelve travellers only; bookings must be finalised at least 35 days before departure.

•  Tour prices are fixed and valid until December 2008 .

•  Domestic flights are included: international flights are not included .

•  Accommodation is in four and five star standard hotels and based on double room occupancy including breakfast: single room occupancy will attract a surcharge.

•  All cruise vessels are chartered for the group's exclusive use and are officially registered.

•  Prices include all land transport; entrance fees; domestic flights and most meals.

•  All destinations are escorted by specialist local guides apart from the Ha Long Bay cruise and free days or part-days.

 

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