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Southeast Asia Essential Vietnam Tour

 
10 days/9 nights - Southeast Asia Vietnam 
2008 DEPARTURES
June 28
July 19
August 9, 30
September 20
October 11
November 1, 22
December 13
PRICE
CA$1199 · US$1180
per person twin share

Local Payment
US$150
Single supplement
CA/US315

INCLUDED 
· Airport transfer to hotel day 1
· Fully Escorted by tour leader, services of local guides
· Private air-conditioned minibus / coach, plane
· Flights Saigon to Nha Trang, Nha Trang to Danang and Hue to Hanoi
· Extensive walking at sites
· Accommodation 6 nights in tourist class hotels, 2 nights bungalows on Whale Island,1 night homestay
· Meals as per itinerary
· Entrance fees included for all sites listed as part of the itinerary
NOT INCLUDED
· Return airfare to Vietnam
·
Local payment of US$150
· Taxes, fees and airline surcharges
ROUTE MAP
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From the excitement of Saigon to the quiet elegance of Hanoi this tour covers all the best parts of Vietnam. The highlight has to be our overnight stay on the beautiful ‘Jewel of the Bay’ sampan in Halong Bay which allows you to relax in pampered luxury whilst admiring the stunning limestone scenery. There is also time to enjoy the small fishing village of Hoi An and the imperial capital of Hue.

Day 1: Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City)
Arrive in Saigon.

Day 2: Mekong Delta - Homestay
We head south to the Mekong Delta and spend the day exploring the area by boat and on foot. Tonight we are guests of a local family. (BLD)

Day 3: Mekong Delta - Saigon
This morning we visit an authentic floating market before returning to Saigon. (B)

Day 4: Saigon - Whale Island
Morning walking tour of this amazing city. Afternoon flight to Nha Trang and transfer to the idyllic Whale Island. (BD)

Day 5: Whale Island
A relaxing free day to swim, laze on pristine beaches or go snorkelling amidst lovely coral gardens. (BLD)

Day 6: Hoi An
Today we drive to Nha Trang for a short flight to Danang then transfer to the wonderful ancient trading town of Hoi An. (B)

Day 7: Hoi An
After a guided tour of the town the rest of the day is free to wander the streets for yourself. (BD)

Day 8: Hue
Drive along the coast via Ocean Cloud Pass, the geographical divide between north and south Vietnam. Arrive in Hue and enjoy an afternoon cruise along the Perfume River to the Heavenly Lady Pagoda and the tomb of the Nguyen Emperor Minh Mang. (B)

Day 9: Hue
Morning tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Imperial City. In the late afternoon we transfer to the airport for a short flight to Hanoi. (BD)

Day 10: Hanoi
Enjoy a walking tour of the Old Quarter. Tour ends early afternoon (B)