15 Days Paradise Vietnam Tour

Brief description:
This trip will take you to the places in Vietnam that dreams are made of. From Vietnam, most famous historical & culture sites like: Hanoi, Saigon to the stunningly beautiful Halong Bay or Nha Trang, experience them all. Apart from that, this trip provides “Services of signature” that best available in Vietnam.

Detail itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi – Arrival (D)
Transfer via: International flight – your arrangement
Accommodation: Sofitel Legend Metropole Hotel
Up on arrival at Hanoi airport, we will be welcome by Viet Sapa Travel tour guide then transfer to Hanoi. It takes us around 1 hour driving and we will be short present about Vietnam with history, country and people…. Arrive at hotel, we check in and relax in the rest of the day. In the evening, we will be met again for our welcome dinner at Press Club restaurant – a nice restaurant in central Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi.
Meals: Welcome Dinner at Press Club restaurant

Day 2: Hanoi – City tour (B, L)
Accommodation: Sofitel Legend Metropole Hotel
Today we start our one-day city tour from the lobby of the hotel. We will drive to Ho Chi Minh Complex, where we will spend a couple of hour to visit: Ho Chi Minh”s mausoleum, his former stilt-house residence, the Presidential Palace, the Ho Chi Minh museum and one pillar pagoda. Keep going to see the Temple of Literature: Originally built as a temple to Confucius, this is the site of Vietnam”s first university dating back to 1070. The temple highlights the importance that Vietnamese society placed then and now on education.
Lunch will be at a fine local restaurant in Hanoi.
In the afternoon, we will visit one of the most interesting museums in Vietnam; Museum of Ethnology, which is widely acknowledged as the best in the country and has an extensive display dedicated to Vietnam”s 54 Ethnic minority peoples. Following by that we will wander around the city by car to see the real life of Hanoian as well as the difference parts the city.
After that we will take one-hour cyclo around the Old Quarter, known as the 36 streets, this bustling area of narrow streets is home to literally thousands of small businesses and shopkeepers. Originally, each of the 36 streets names” was related to the products being sold there.
Before we go back to hotel, we will have chance enjoy the unique Water Puppet show. Hear the Vietnamese traditional instruments and singing from the live musicians who play throughout the show. The trip will be finished after the show at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast at hotel; Lunch at Wild Lotus restaurant (B, L, D)

Day 3: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Overnight on Paradise Junk cruise (B, L, D)
Accommodation: Luxury Paradise junk cruise
After breakfast at hotel, we will be met then transfer to Halong city where we will check in Luxury Paradise Cruise. Welcome drink of cocktail while having a briefing, safety instructions. We then set sail and to explore Halong Bay. Our Asian Buffet lunch will be severed from 13.00 – 14.30 as the vessel sails to Halong Bay passing numerous of limestone islands and islets like: the Cocks fighting islets, the Elephant leg islet, the Castle islet…and the TITOP Island.
In the afternoon, we have chance to explore the most famous grotto of Luon Cave (Hallow cave) in the entire Halong Bay by local rowing boat or enjoy kayaking on the tranquil Halong Bay or discover the most amazing cave of Sung Sot cave. We also visit Cua Van floating village to experience the daily life of local people – Optional: Kayaking.
Late afternoon, we enjoy the open-air cooking demonstration on the sundeck (weather permitting) to learn how to cook Vietnamese cuisine while the cruise moving to Pearl Farm area. At dawn, we may try some drink at the open-air cocktail bar located on sundeck. A delicious five-course set-dinner will be served at around 7PM. From 21:00 to 23:00 Happy hour and music on sundeck – “Buy one get two drinks”
Meals: Breakfast at hotel; Lunch and Dinner on Paradise cruise

Day 4: Halong Bay – Hanoi (B)
Accommodation: Sofitel Legend Metropole Hotel
Sunrise on this seclude Bay will be a wonderful experience; we then have chance for a Tai Chi Lesson at 06:45 on the sundeck. We then can enjoy our Continental Buffet Breakfast from 07.00 – 09.00.
During Breakfast the cruise keep moving to explore other area in Halong Bay. At around 07.45 we arrive at Ti Top Island where we can enjoy the Ti Top Beach or get up to the top of the island for a fabulous bird eyes view of Halong Bay.
We have option of : swimming or kayaking activities (subject to weather permission). At 08.30 we depart Ti Top Island to continue cruise through Halong Bay. We check out our cabin at 09.30 & our settle bills – Luggage collection. At 10.30 we will disembark the Warf at Tuan Chau Island. We will be transfer from the Cruise. We then transfer to our vehicles to go back to Hanoi. Trip concluded at the hotel in Hanoi.
Meals: Breakfast at Paradise cruise

Day 5: Hanoi – Fly to Danang – My Son Holly land (B)
Transfer via: Vietnam Airlines – Vietnam Halong Cruise’s arrangement 11:45
Accommodation: Life Style resort in Da Nang
This morning, we will transfer back to Hanoi airport for our short domestic flight to Danang. After 1-hour flight, we will be welcome by another local tour guise who will escort us to hotel. Check in and relax at beach.
In the afternoon, we will visit My Son Holly Land.
My Son, located 69 km southwest of Danang, was an imperial city during the Cham dynasty, and 75km far from Hoi An, between the 4th and 12th centuries. My Son Sanctuary is a large complex of religious relics that comprises more than 70 architectural works.
They include temples and towers that connect to each other with complicated red brick designs. The main component of the Cham architectural design is the tower, built to reflect the divinity of the king.
We are back to Danang and relax at resort. Overnight in Danang.
Meals: Breakfast at hotel

Day 6: Danang – Hoi An tour (B, L)
Accommodation: Life Style resort in Da Nang
NO FLUORESCENT LIGHTS. NO MOTORCYCLES. NO TELEVISION. ON THE 15TH DAY OF EACH LUNAR MONTH, THE RIVERSIDE TOWN OF HOI AN GIVES MODERN LIFE THE NIGHT OFF. Hoi An is an old town, which used to be known as the international market with many different names as Faifo, Hoai Pho and Hoi An, about 30km south of Danang city. What is so special about Hoi An is that this little port town is in an incredible state of preservation.
It offers some of the most densely-concentrated sights in Vietnam with its old streets bordered with ancient houses and assembly halls, its pagodas, temples, ancient wells and tombs. In total, more than a thousand places of interest. The architecture of Hoi An is characterized by a harmonious blend of Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese influences. After many centuries, Hoi An is still respectful of its traditions, folk festivals, beliefs and of its sophisticated culinary art. Set in a quiet environment, Hoi An is surrounded by peaceful villages that have crafts such as carpentry, bronze making, ceramic…
At 8:30, with the tour guide picks up; we will start walking tour around the ancient town to visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, the Pottery Museum, Tan Ky old house, the Cantonese congregation, the silk street of Hoi An, the temples and pagodas of Chinese appearance.
In the afternoon, we will take 3-hour boat trip to Thanh Ha Pottery village, where we can see old men who produce jars, bowls, vases… Back to down town for coffee and relax, then back to Danang for our night stay.
Meals: Breakfast at hotel; Lunch at Ngoc Tuyet restaurant

Day 7: Danang – Fly to Nha Trang – Vinpearl Luxury Nha Trang – A Tropical Paradise (B, L, D)
Transfer via: Vietnam Airlines – Vietnam Halong Cruise’s arrangement 10:20
Accommodation: Vinpearl Luxury Nha Trang
After breakfast at hotel today, we transfer to the airport for our short flight to Nha Trang. After 1 hour and 15 minutes, we will be welcome at the airport by local tour guide then transfer to Vinpearl Land – a Tropical Paradise in one of the most beautiful Bay in the world. Check in and relax. Lunch and Dinner at restaurant in Vinpearl resort.
Meals: Breakfast at hotel; Lunch and Dinner at Vinpearl Land Luxury restaurant

Day 8: Vinpearl Luxury Nha Trang (B, L, D)
Accommodation: Vinpearl Luxury Nha Trang
Today we are free at beach or play games, swimming at pool, relax….
Meals: Breakfast at hotel; Lunch and Dinner at Vinpearl Land Luxury restaurant

Day 9: Vinpearl Luxury Nha Trang (B, L, D)
Accommodation: Vinpearl Luxury Nha Trang
Today we are free at beach or play games, swimming at pool, relax….
Meals: Breakfast at hotel; Lunch and Dinner at Vinpearl Land Luxury restaurant

Day 10: Nha Trang – City tour – Fly to Ho Chi Minh city (Saigon) (B, L)
Transfer via: Vietnam Airlines – Vietnam Halong Cruise’s arrangement 16:25
Accommodation: Caravel Hotel Saigon
After breakfast at resort, we check out and visit Nha Trang city. This excursion takes us to visit a selection of the numerous attractions in Nha Trang City. First the car will drive us to Cau Da for a visit the Vietnam Oceanographic Institute to see the whole collection of sea creatures in Nhatrang Bay.
After that, we will go to Long Son Pagoda, Catheral or Stone Church built in French colony time, Chong Promontory Rocks and the Po Nagar Temples. Then we transfer back to Cam Ranh airport for our short flight to Ho Chi Minh city (Saigon). Welcome up on arrival at Saigon airport by a local guide then we transfer to hotel. Check in and relax.
Meals: Breakfast at hotel; Lunch at local restaurant

Day 11: Saigon city tour (B, L)
Sites visited: Reunification Palace, Remnant Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, Old Post Office, Ben Thanh market, Cho Lon, China town…
Accommodation: Caravel Hotel Saigon
After breakfast at hotel, at 8:00, we depart our hotel for the Reunification Palace, the former Presidential Palace for the president of the South of Vietnam. After that we will visit War Remnant Museum, where we can see countless artifacts, photographs and pictures documenting about the second Indochina war. We also stop at Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post office to get good shots for our memory of the big, modern city of Vietnam.
Our delicious lunch will be served at a nice restaurant in the central city.
In the afternoon we will visit: Ben Thanh market, Cho Lon, Chinese town and market. Here we can experience our Vietnamese Southern daily life. Then we will be back to hotel at around 18:00. Overnight in Saigon.
Meals: Breakfast at hotel; Lunch at Lataverne restaurant

Day 12: Saigon – Cu Chi Tunnel & Tay Ninh (B, L)
Sites visited: Cao Dai Temple, Cu Chi Tunnel
Accommodation: Caravel Hotel Saigon
At 9 o’clock, we will depart for Tay Ninh in the Northwest of Saigon where is near the Cambodian border to visit Cao Dai Temple or Great Temple or Holy See. Cao Dai is a syncretistic Vietnamese religious movement that incorporates aspect of Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism and even Catholicism. Here, we will have chance to see a modern architecture closely resembles Christian cathedral… There are 4 ceremonies in a day, 6AM, Noon, 6PM & midnight.
We will visit NOON ceremony at 12:00, a biggest one in a day. We can see an orchestra of 10 musicians and a choir of 20 youths lead the service in prayer and hymns. The hymns sound western, but the accompanying music is traditional Vietnamese. We can take photos, and we are also asked for trousers, skirts covering the knees; remove shoes before entering and remain quiet as possible during the ceremony.
After a half of hour ceremony, we will be back to our vehicle to transfer to the local restaurant for our lunch.
After lunch, we will transfer to Cu Chi Tunnel where is located in the Cu Chi District of Ho Chi Minh city. The tunnels were used by Viet Cong guerrillas as hiding spots during combat, as well as serving as communication and supply routes, hospitals, food and weapon caches and living quarters for numerous guerrilla fighters.
Before entering the tunnels, we will see a short introductory video showing how they were constructed; then we will have an exploration of the maze of tunnels. We will visit the safe part of the tunnel system which may be made larger and lightening.
Above-ground attractions include caged monkeys, vendor selling souvenir, and a shooting range where we can fire a number of assault rifle, such as the M16 rifle or AK-47, as well as a light machine gun like the M60.
We will be back Saigon at around 18:00.
Meals: Breakfast at hotel; Lunch at Thu Thao restaurant

Day 13: Saigon – Mekong Delta (B, L)
Accommodation: Victoria Resort Can Tho
Our trip starts from our hotel in Ho Chi Minh city and depart for Cai Be town where we will take the boat ride through the natural canal, view the stilt houses and the fruit plantation along the river sides. Before boating to the river island where we will enjoy our delicious lunch in the heart of the orchard we visit the Cai Be wholesale fruit market. After lunch we continue on cruising through the natural canal in island, and under the shadow of the water coconut trees.
We also visit the local family where we can experience the agricultural lifestyle. Walking through the fruit plantation in An Binh island, we will take the rowing boat ride along the creeks before coming to Vinh Long by motorized boat. Then we transfer to our vehicle to drive to Can Tho city. Overnight at hotel in Can Tho.
Meals: Breakfast at hotel; Lunch at a local restaurant on island

Day 14: Mekong Delta – Saigon (B)
Accommodation: Caravel Hotel Saigon
After breakfast this morning, we will take the morning boat trip to visit the Cai Rang floating market with the busy sense right at the time. Then we keep on cruising through the small channels system, visit the rice noodles making village. Let”s try experience the “Monkey Bridge” in the Mekong Delta before returning Ho Chi Minh city.

Day 15: Saigon – Departure (B)
Transfer via: International flight – your arrangement Today our awaiting vehicle will transfer us back to the airport for our flight back to home. Trip ends