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jackson84 · Joined: 04 Dec 2010 Posts: 13

Tour Code : VCT8
Type of tour : private
Departure : Everyday
Destinations : Ho Chi Minh City - Tay Ninh - My Tho - Hue - Ha Noi - Ha Long - Ninh Binh

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City (D)
Arrival at Tan Son Nhat Airport. Meet transfer to hotel. We visit then the Reunification Palace which was the former residence of the President of South Vietnam until end of April 1975, and some French colonial structures including the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Sai Gon Post Office. After seeing the Jade Emperor Pagoda and the War Remnant Museum, we continue our trip on to the bustling Ben Thanh Market where anything and everything is for sale. Overnight in HCM city.

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City - Tay Ninh - Cu Chi - Ho Chi Minh City (B,L,D)
The head quarter of Cao Dai sect is located in Tay Ninh. This religion was founded in 1923 and now numbers over 2 million members. After breakfast we travel by roads to Tay Ninh to see the ornate temple of Cao Dai and attend the fantastic mid-day service when the followers fill the hall wearing colored robes, a symbol of the curious combination of the Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism. Afterwards we continue to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, which were an incredible underground network constructed by Vietnamese fighters during the long struggle for independence. The tunnels contained hospitals, plus accommodation and schools, and were used as a military base for the Vietcong in the American war. Ovenrigh in HCM city.

Day 3: Ho Chi Minh City - My Tho - Ho Chi Minh City (B,L)
Heading out of the town, we travel by roads to the Mekong Delta, Vietnam's largest rice bowl. On arrival in My Tho we embark on a boat navigating around the intricate small canals in the delta region, which is a great way to observe the local lifestyle close-up and catch a view dotted by many islands. The exciting excursion will pass the lush green vegetation before arriving at the famous Unicorn Island. Here we have opportunities to stroll around an orchard, taste many seasonal fruits and enjoy wonderful traditional music. The next stop of our trip is Ben Tre Province to visit some fascinating local industries. After feasting on a huge lunch we return to Ho Chi Minh, stopping off along the way to see the beautiful Ving Trang Pagoda and the Cho Lon, Saigon’s Chinatown, which is crammed with sacred temples and mysterious, narrow lanes. Overnight in HCM city.

Day 4: Ho Chi Minh City - Hue (B,L,D)
Morning after breakfast, transfer to airport for flight to Hue, meet at airport and transfer to hotel. After check in hotel we will take the boat cruise on Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda and Minh Mang Tomb. Then overland to Khai Dinh Tomb. Return to hotel . Tonight we will enjoy th traditional show and royal dinner. Overnight in Hue

Day 5: Hue - Hanoi (B,D)
Morning we visite the massive citadel of Hue, containing the Imperial City and the Purple Forbidden City, is not to be missed. This royal residence was all but destroyed during the 1968 Tet Offensive, however it is still fascinating to walk among the ruins. We visit this masterpiece and have free time to explore the town before transfer to airport for flight to Hanoi. Transfer to hotel and free time to walk around in Hanoi old quater. Tonnight enjoy the water puppet show and diner in the restaurant. Overnight in Hanoi

Day 6: Hanoi city tour - Halong Bay (B,L)
Morning we spend time in Hanoi to visit President Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum, History Museum, Temple of Literature and Fine Arts Museum. And have typical lunch in restaurant. Aternoon transfer to Halong approximately three hours away. En route we have a short stop at the Sao Dao center run for and by handicapped children for short break.Upon arrival in Haong, check in hotel. Rest of the day is free in Halong city. Overnight in Halong city.

Day 7: Halong Bay (B,L,D)
Today we have full day of boat cruise for an exploration of the legendary Halong Bay. This exciting five hour cruise will provide us a fantastic view of the picturesque scenery blending with the sky and some 3,000 limestone islands rising amazingly from the clear and emerald water. The limestone karst formations are littered with beaches, grottoes and beautiful caves. Along the way we will anchor for a leisurely swim in a secluded cove and an enjoyable visit to one of the many hidden grottoes beneath towering cliffs. After a seafood lunch on board, and cruising further in the Bay, swimming.. return to Halong city. Overnight in Halong city.

Day 8: Halong - Hanoi (B,L,D)
Morning after breakfast we say goodbye Halong and drive back to Hanoi. on the way will will visit the Bat Trang pottery village to learn how the people make the pottery and ceramic product here. , arrive Hanoi, check in hotel , we take then Cyclo tour in Old Quarters . Dinner in the restaurant . Ovenright in Hanoi.

Day 9: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hanoi (B,L,D)
Morning a trip to Hoa Lu should be started from Tam Coc ("three caves"), which takes more than two hours driving from Hanoi, and take a boat rowed by one or two local persons in Hoang Long river and see the first limestone mountains, through three caves on the river, all created by wind and water from a legend time, while the sea had occupied this area. The river trip is wonderful for photo hunters, especially when local people come to harvest the water rice planted along the river, or when they transplant some seedling for the next crops. The tourists often compare the place with Guilin -China, or more closely, to the limestone islets of Halong Bay in the Tonkin Gulf for their similar geological structures and shapes. Thus Tam Coc is also called Halong-Bay-On-Land. On the way back from Tam Coc-Bich Dong to Hanoi you can pay a visit to the last relics of the ancient capital Hoa Lu-the Temples dedicated to King Dinh and King Le, the two heroes who lived in 10th century and chose Hoa Lu to build the citadel of the capital city. From time to time, archaeologists have excavated buried parts of this citadel with rusty weapons and ceramics. The temples are said to be built on the old foundation of their original palaces in 11-12th centuries and restored in 17th century. Return to Hanoi. Ovenright in Hanoi

Day 10: Departure from Hanoi
After breakfast we will go shopping (ceramics, silver-carvings, silk...) or at leisure before checkout. Transfer to airport for departure.
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