Randonnee Vietnam

Trip spirit: This trip is especially designed for travelers with limited time. It allows you to discover some of Vietnam's most spectacular sites, under which the famous Halong Bay, the tranquil city of Hué and the charming town of Hoi An. A visit to the bustling city of Saigon and the magnificent green Mekong Delta with its floating markets and bending waterways will make your visit to Vietnam complex.

Day 01: Hanoi Arrival
Welcome to Vietnam! In Hanoi, after immigration and customs formalities, you’ll be met by your personal Guide and driver, then transfer into the city. Afternoon, your guide will take you on a tour of the city’s Old Quarter aboard bicycle rickshaws called cyclos (1hr). You will be pedaled amongst the quaint French buildings along shoe Street, Silk Street and Banner Street (to name just a few).
Overnight in Hanoi

Day 02: Hanoi Sightseeing (B)
Full-day tour of Vietnam’s capital by private vehicle, including Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum and traditional stilt house (closed on Monday), and the revered One-Pillar pagoda. Pay visits to typical Vietnamese places of worship, Quan Thanh Temple and Tran Quoc pagoda, along the shore of West lake. Just before noon, tour Vietnam’s first university, the thousand-year-old Temple of Literature. In the afternoon, we visit the Museum of Ethnology (closed on Monday), featuring a wonderful collection of art and objects from throughout the country and different tribes. In the evening, enjoy a performance of the traditional Water Puppet show.
Overnight in Hanoi

Day 03: Hanoi - Ha Long (B)
Morning drive to Bac Ninh area, the cradle of traditional Vietnamese music and theatre. On arrival, you will take a horse-drawn cart through country lanes to Dinh Bang communal house and Do temple. Listen to local folk songs before proceeding to Ha Long in the afternoon.
Overnight in Ha Long

Day 04: Ha Long - Hanoi (B,L)
Morning, transfer to Ha Long harbor. You will board a traditional wooden boat, where a fresh seafood lunch will be served as you begin your cruise (5h). Spend the morning cruising through the 3,000 limestone pinnacles piercing the emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin. See for yourself why Ha Long Bay is one of the premier tourist destinations in Southeast Asia. Visit Thien Cung grotto before return back to harbor and the car will transfer you to Hanoi. Visit Dong Trieu Ceramic village en route, Dong Trieu is famous for its ceramic pottery that is sold throughout Viet Nam and increasingly to overseas markets.
Overnight in Hanoi

Day 05: Hanoi - Hue (B)
Transfer in the morning to Hanoi airport for the flight VN1345 (12:30-13:40) to Hue, the last Imperial capital of Vietnam. Upon arrival in Hue, you will be met by your guide and transferred to hotel. Afternoon, visit the majestic Imperial Citadel of Hue and finish the day with a visit to Dong Ba market.
Overnight in Hue

Day 06: Hue - Da Nang - Hoi An (B)
Hue, the former capital of Vietnam (1802 -1945 under Nguyen Dynasty), is known as ‘the city of peace and poetry’. The city is charming and has a romantic atmosphere. With a small sampan we make a cruise upstream the Perfume River to visit the famous Thien Mu Pagoda. Then, visit the elaborate tombs of Emperor Tu Duc, founded between 1864-1867 by three thousands soldiers and workers. Afternoon, drive to Hoi An via scenic Hai Van Pass, where we enjoy the spectacular panorama of the central coastline from the summit. Stop at Lang Co to stretch your legs and enjoy the white sands of this peaceful beach. Arrival the ancient town of Hoi An late afternoon and check-in to hotel
Overnight in Hoi An

Day 07: Hoi An Sightseeing (B)
Hoi An is a quaint riverside town, popular with tourists for its eclectic architecture, tailors shops, and numerous cafes. Some of the buildings in the narrow streets have remained unchanged for more than a century. Enjoy a half-day walking tour through the narrow winding streets of the Ancient Quarter visiting Chua Ong Pagoda, Chinese Assembly Halls, the 200-year old Tam Ky ancestral house, and the Japanese Bridge. In the afternoon, take a cruise up the Thu Bon River to visit Thanh Ha pottery village.
Overnight in Hoi An

Day 08: Hoi An - Da Nang - Sai Gon (B)
Morning, you’ll be transferred to Da Nang airport for the flight VN1321 (08:00-09:10) to Sai Gon. Upon arrival in Sai Gon, you’ll be driven into town to hotel. Then, you will immediately begin your exploration of Sai Gon, the economic powerhouse of Vietnam including the Reunification Hall and the former US Embassy. Historically, both buildings symbolize the deep scars of this once war-torn country. You also have the chance to see the War Remnant Museum, the Notre Dame cathedral and general post office that was reportedly designed Gustaf Eiffel. Walk amongst the frenzied merchants and buyers of Cho Lon market and visit Thien Hau Pagoda.
Overnight in Saigon

Day 09: Sai Gon - Cai Be - Vinh Long - Sai Gon (B, L)
This morning we set off for a drive through the Mekong Delta to the town of Cai Be, well-known for its floating market. Here, we will board our private boat for a cruise along the maze of waterways and canals to Vinh Long. We will have an occasion to see the real daily life of the local people. We will stop at the home of a Bonsai gardener for a sumptuous delta lunch. Afternoon, continuing our exploration of the tributaries and canals of the delta. Disembark and drive back to Sai Gon in the afternoon
Overnight in Sai Gon

Day 10: Sai Gon - Cu Chi - Tay Ninh - Sai Gon (B)
After breakfast, drive to the extraordinary Cu Chi tunnels, just outside Ho Chi Minh city. During the war for independence, Viet Cong guerrillas built the labyrinth of narrow tunnels virtually underneath U.S. bases, using them to hide during bombing raids and to stage surprise attacks. Then depart to Tay Ninh, the head quarter of Cao Dai region. On arrival, we attend the fantastic mid-day temple service when the followers fill the hall wearing colored robes, a symbol of the curious combination of the Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism.
Overnight in Sai Gon

Day 11: Sai Gon Departure (B)
Free at leisure for shopping or for walking around Sai Gon until transfer to Sai Gon airport for international flight.
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Hotels during this trip (Click on the hotels for more details)

 Note:
•     The tariff may differentiate according to number of participants and the high or low seasons in Vietnam. Please contact our Sales Staff for the price of this trip
•     The hotel list above is just only for reference, we will propose you the suitable one upon the availability and/or your wishes

Optional services: Upon your request
•     Visa on arrival to Vietnam. The visa processing will be arranged by our company with simple formality and quickly time. You will obtain the Visa upon arrival in Hanoi or Saigon airports. Click here to have more information

Services includes:
•     Accommodation in hotels with daily breakfast
•     Transfer and transportation with private vehicle. Click here to have more information
•     English speaking Guide upon your request
•     Private boat cruise as the mentioned program in Hue, Hoi An and Mekong delta
•     Private boat trip in Ha Long: 05 hrs
•     Sightseeing and entrance fees
•     Traditional show and dance in Bac Ninh province
•     Meals as indicated “B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Diner”
•     International Airticket reconfirmation

Services excludes:
•     Domestic & International air-tickets and airport departure tax.
•     Meals and drink not mentioned
•     Tip and personal expenses
•     Travel Insurance
•     All the others not mentioned in the program