Luxury class and best comfortable level at must-seen visit sites in Vietnam. We guarantee the best satisfatory with high-class services offer: Business class air travel, deluxe vehicles and especially professional tour guide escorted through out the tour.

MEAL PLAN → Rather than offer 3 meals per day, every day, our itineraries are designed to include meals only where necessary or where they add to your overall experience. Where meals are not included, there will be a wide local choice of restaurants serving a variety of cuisines. This offers you the flexibility on occasion throughout the tour to dine where and when you want and more importantly, maintain an element of variety to your mealtime selections. Prices include breakfast throughout, lunches in Day day 2 till day 7, brunch in Day 8 and dinner is included on Days 1, 5, 7 and 8. Both extensions are inclusive of breakfast.

ACCOMMODATION → all nights at top luxury accommodation

CRUISE ACCOMMODATION → Private cabin in sharing cruise on Halong bay at 5 stars standard

AIR TICKETS → Business class domestic flight tickets

GRATUITIES → Tips are often the main source of income for those working in the travel industry. Tipping in bars and restaurants is now customary and should be around 10% of your total bill. Tipping for your guide and driver is recommended at 10USD/person/day.

TRAVEL TIPS → This tour includes considerable traveling overland with full days, some early starts and incorporating traditional modes of transport. However, it is hugely rewarding. Light, durable clothing and comfortable footwear is recommended.

NB → The itinerary on this tour is subject to change depending on water levels and road and weather conditions.
The tourist infrastructure in parts of Vietnam is not as developed as in other Far East destinations. Transport may be subject to a delay or change and sometimes roads may be bumpy. Due to the number of steps in and around the main attractions, this tour is not suitable for those with walking difficulties. Vegetarian diets cannot be adequately provided for throughout Vietnam unless advice in advance.
Vietnam celebrates New Year’s Day (Tet) on Feb14 2010. During the week either side of these dates domestic travel increases dramatically and transport availability is limited. Many markets, shops and restaurants close although hotels remain open. Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed every Monday to Friday and throughout October to November.

MODE OF TOUR: private tour with private vehicles and private local tour guide, depart at any desired date

Day 1. Arrive Hochiminh city   (D) - 35km/ 45minutes drive + 4hours touring
Warmly welcome on arrival at Tan Son Nhat airport. Transfer to hotel. At leisure. Afternoon private city tour of Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon . It is the largest and busiest city in Vietnam with a population of 7 million people. Much of the daily life takes place on the streets, which are lined with shops, stalls and vendors with their wares spread out on the footpath. You have all rights to choose as many stops as you desire that is one of benefits while travelling under LUXURY HOLIDAY INDOCHINA trademark.  We recommend you should not miss the bustling Ben Thanh Market, The War Remnants Museum, The Reunification Palace. Enjoy welcome dinner on Saigon river. Overnight in HCMC.

Day 2. Hochiminh - Mekong Delta Excursion - Hochiminh city     (B/L) - 150km/ 3hours drive
The Mekong Delta is the southernmost region of Vietnam. It is often referred to as the rice bowl of Vietnam as it produces three crops of rice per year. The fertile Mekong Delta is also famous for its tropical fruits and flowers. The Delta area marks the end of a 4,500 km journey made by the Mekong River after having traveled through six countries. Traditional transportation in the Delta is by boat along a vast network of canals and channels. Boating along these canals and visiting the floating markets always proves to be a fascinating and rewarding experience for all visitors.
Leave HCMC to lush My Tho where we cruise on a private boat through the green vegetation of the canals to an orchard, where we are treated to a delicious lunch in a bonsai garden in the heart of the Mekong , complete with tropical fruits at local garden. Lunch with specialities at local house with very warm and friendly host. Back to Hochiminh city in afternoon. Free for your dinner. Overnight in HCMC.

Day 3. HCMC - Danang - Hoian (B/L) - 800km + 40km/ 1.5hours flight on Business class + 1hour drive
Transfer to airport for flight to Danang on Vietnam Airlines, check in at Business lounge. Upon arrival at Danang you will be greeted by our guide who will begin by escorting you on a tour of Danang City, including the Cham Museum where you can find out more about this ancient but advanced civilization.
After leaving Danang we will make our way the short distance to the Marble Mountains, where there will be the opportunity to climb to the top and admire the temples that have a commanding view over the surrounding district. We will continue to the delightful town of Hoi An, approximately 40km away. Once in Hoi An we will check into our hotel and have some free leisure time. Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 4. Hoi An    (B/L) - 5hours touring
From the 16th to 18th centuries, Hoi An was a thriving international commercial port for Chinese, Dutch, French, Japanese, Portuguese and Arab traders. These people came primarily to trade in the high grade silk, which is still produced in the area, as well as ceramics. Today, 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. We enjoy a half-day walking tour through the narrow winding streets of the Ancient Quarter.  You have all rights to choose as many stops as you desire that is one of benefits while travelling under LUXURY HOLIDAY INDOCHINA trademark while we recommend: Ong Pagoda, Chinese Assembly Halls, the 200-year old Tam Ky ancestral house, and the Japanese Bridge. Lunch included while touring. Free time in the afternoon. Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 5. Hoi An - Danang - Hue (B/L/D) - 200km/ 4hours drive
Transfer to Hue through majestic Hai Van pass. Upon arrival, a guided city tour to Purple Fobidden Citadel will give you an eye-bird view of Royal family in the past. The tour will continue with a cycle tour around the city then end after your Royal style dinner by a special performance of Hue folk songs on Dragon boat over Huong River. Overnight in Hue

Day 6. Hue - Hanoi (B/L) - 650km/ 1hour flight with Business class
Catch the morning flight with Business class tickets to the capital city of Vietnam. A half day tour takes you around Hanoi. You have all rights to choose as many stops as you desire that is one of benefits while travelling under LUXURY HOLIDAY INDOCHINA trademark. The most interesting sights can be named are Ho Chi Minh Complex: Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum and his Stilts House, Presidential Palace and the One Pillar Pagoda nearby, and the Old Quarter known for its maze of 36 streets and former craft guilds. Also on the tour - the Lake of the Restored Sword and Ngoc Son Temple, the Temple of Literature then close the interesing day with a show of water puppet at Thang Long theatre. Lunch will be included while dinner is free at your management. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 7. Hanoi - Halong Bay  (B/L/D) - 200km/ 3.5hours drive
Upon meeting you at the hotel at 8:00 am, we drive to Halong City , approximately 3,5 hours away. The wondrous Halong Bay is truly one of Vietnam's most impressive scenic destinations. Heading out of the town we embark on a Junk for an exploration of the legendary bay. This exciting 4 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 karsts 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. Stay overnight on the Junk Cruise

Day 8. Halong - Hanoi (B/L/D) - 200km/ 3.5drive
Waking up, having breakfast served onboard and sinking under the first sunshine in a pure dawn on the sea. Continue cruising around the bay. Take sampan to visit Luon Cave and come back to the boat. Having brunch before disembarking, be picked you up at the pier and transfer back to Hanoi. Visit Dong Trieu ceramic and pottery village on the way. Arrive in Hanoi at 04:00 pm. Free at leisure until a farewell dinner at one of finest restaurants in Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 9. Departure   (B) - 50km/ 1hour drive
There are no activities planned for today. Luxurious car waiting you at hotel then transfer your to the airport to catch the flight to your home country. Our tour guide will help you in check-in procedure then represent us to send our warmest goodbye message before your departure. Taking flight coming back your home country. HOME SWEET HOME. End of the services
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Hotel options

Destination	High-class option	Based on group of	Price per person
Hochiminh city	Park Hyatt hotel*****	1 person	$ 5299
Hoian	Palm Garden resort*****	2 persons	$ 3139
Hue	La Residence hotel *****	3 persons	$ 2969
Halong junk	Violet junk*****	4 persons	$ 2843
Hanoi	Sofitel Metropole hotel *****	Single supplement	$ 1547
Hotels are subject to availability and change with the same standard

- All rates are quoted in USD PER PERSON, valid until 31 Dec 2010 and subject to change without prior notices
- Payment can be made by: VISA, MASTER, Amex, JCB, bank transfer or in cash


INCLUSION:

• Domestic flights: Hochiminh city - Danang, Hue - Hanoi (Business class)
• Top Luxury accommodation as per itinerary
• Services of professional English or French speaking tour guide
• Transfer by A/C deluxe vehicles as per itinerary
• Meals indicated in the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
• A/C cabin on deluxe junk on Halong bay
• Entrance fees where applied
• Private boat and folk song performance in Hue and Mekong
• Royal-style dinner in Hue
• 1st class Water puppet show
• 01 drink (non-alcohol) at each meal
• Unlimited wet tissue and water bottle during the tour
• Travel insurance

EXCLUSION:

• Visa letter approval fee at 20USD
• Personal expenses
• Fast track services at Noi bai airport, Tan Son Nhat airport, Danang airport available and upon request
• Tips and gratitude at $10/person/day - recommended
• Other services not mentioned

**** TRIP EXTENSION:

THE ROOF OF INDOCHINA PENISULAR
DAY 09 → Evening Train transfer (8 hours) to Sapa for up to three nights trekking to Fansipang – the highest summit of Indochina region or more
DAY 11 → Return train transfer to Hanoi city to connect with your flight back to your home country.

A GLANCE OF LAOS
DAY 09 → Afternoon flight with Vietnam Airlines to Laos for up to three nights or more at your chosen hotel. Prebook one of our sightseeing experiences.
DAY 12 → Connecting with your flight back your home country.