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HANOI HALONG BAY SAPA HUE HOI AN DANANG DALAT HO CHI MING CITY MEKONG and beyond

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HELLO VIETNAM (HNRT 1) 8 days / 7 nights

ADMIRATION FOR THE TWO DELTAS (HNRT 2)

9 days / 8 nights

Our prices include: Accommodation in a shared double or twin room at selected hotels. Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle as per program. English/French speaking guide for each area except during time at leisure. Entry fees for all sightseeing tours as mentioned in the program. Boat for the trips mentioned. Meals as mentioned in the program: (B) for breakfast, (L) for lunch or (D) for dinner. Government taxes currently in force (V.A.T.). Our prices do not include: Visa for Vietnam. International flights and airport taxes. Domestic flights Hanoi/Danang & Hue/Ho Chi Minh City and airport taxes. Drinks, tips, personal expenses and all services not clearly mentioned.

Our prices include: Accommodation in a shared double or twin room at selected hotels. Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle as per program. English/French speaking guide for each area except during time at leisure. Entry fees for all sightseeing tours as mentioned in the program. Boat for the trips mentioned. Meals as mentioned in the program: (B) for breakfast, (L) for lunch or (D) for dinner. Government taxes currently in force (V.A.T.). Our prices do not include: Visa for Vietnam. International flights and airport taxes. Domestic flight Hanoi/Can Tho and airport taxes. Drinks, tips, personal expenses and all services not clearly mentioned.

ALONG THE COASTLINE (HNRT 5) 14 days / 13 nights Our prices include: Accommodation in a shared double or twin room at selected hotels. Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle as per program. English/French speaking guide for each area except during time at leisure. Entry fees for all sightseeing tours as mentioned in the program. Overnight on board of a Junk in cabin double (shared cruise). Boat for the trips mentioned. Meals as mentioned in the program: (B) for breakfast, (L) for lunch or (D) for dinner. Government taxes currently in force (V.A.T.). Our prices do not include: Visa for Vietnam. International flights and airport taxes. Domestic flight Hanoi/Hue and airport taxes. Drinks, tips, personal expenses and all services not clearly mentioned.

DISCOVERY OF HIGHLANDS (HNRT 6) 15 days / 14 nights Our prices include: Accommodation in a shared double or twin room at selected hotels. Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle as per program. English/French speaking guide for each area except during time at leisure. Entry fees for all sightseeing tours as mentioned in the program. Boat for the trips mentioned. Meals as mentioned in the program: (B) for breakfast, (L) for lunch or (D) for dinner. Government taxes currently in force (V.A.T.). Our prices do not include: Visa for Vietnam. International flights and airport taxes. Domestic flight Hue/Hanoi including airport taxes. Drinks, tips, personal expenses and all services not clearly mentioned.

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WORLD HERITAGE SITES (HNRT 3) 10 days / 9 nights Our prices include: Accommodation in a shared double or twin room at selected hotels. Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle as per program. English/French speaking guide for each area except during time at leisure. Entry fees for all sightseeing tours as mentioned in the program. Cruises as mentioned in the program. Train ticket Hanoi-Dong Hoi. Meals as mentioned in the program: (B) for breakfast, (L) for lunch or (D) for dinner. Government taxes currently in force (V.A.T.). Our prices do not include: Visa for Vietnam. International flights and airport taxes. Drinks, tips, personal expenses and all services not clearly mentioned.

THE MANDARIN ROAD (HNRT 4) 12 days / 11 nights

IN THE HEART OF VIETNAM (HNRT 7) 15 days / 14 nights Our prices include: Accommodation in a shared double or twin room at selected hotels. Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle as per program. English/French speaking guide for each area except during time at leisure. Entry fees for all sightseeing tours as mentioned in the program. Private boat for the trips mentioned. Overnight on board of a Junk in cabin double (shared cruise). Meals as mentioned in the program: (B) for breakfast, (L) for lunch or (D) for dinner. Government taxes currently in force (V.A.T.). Our prices do not include: Visa for Vietnam. International flights and airport taxes. Drinks, tips, personal expenses and all services not clearly mentioned.

TIMELESS CHARM OF VIETNAM (HNRT 8) 21 days / 20 nights Our prices include: Accommodation in a shared double or twin room at selected hotels. Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle as per program. English/French speaking guide for each area except during time at leisure. Entry fees for all sightseeing tours as mentioned in the program. Boat for the trips mentioned. Shared junk in a double cabin in Halong Bay. Train Hanoi-Lao Cai-Hanoi (sleeping berth - 4 persons per compartment). Meals as mentioned in the program: (B) for breakfast, (L) for lunch or (D) for dinner. Government taxes currently in force (V.A.T.). Our prices do not include: Visa for Vietnam. International flights and airport taxes. Domestic flights Hanoi/Hue including airport taxes. Drinks, tips, personal expenses and all services not clearly mentioned.

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Our prices include: Accommodation in a shared double or twin room at selected hotels. Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle as per program. English/French speaking guide for each area except during time at leisure. Entry fees for all sightseeing tours as mentioned in the program. Overnight on board of a Junk in cabin double (shared cruise). Train ticket Hanoi-Hue in sleeping cabin of 4 beds. Meals as mentioned in the program: (B) for breakfast, (L) for lunch or (D) for dinner. Government taxes currently in force (V.A.T.). Our prices do not include: Visa for Vietnam. International flights and airport taxes. Domestic flight Danang/Ho Chi Minh City and airport taxes. Drinks, tips, personal expenses and all services not clearly mentioned.

Note: Visa into Vietnam available upon arrival at the airport with prior arrangement for authorization letter. In general most places are closed in Vietnam throughout the period of the Lunar New Year. Program is subject to change without notice due to airline schedules or cancellation of some flights.

Dear Traveler, Despite of being born and raised on the land of Vietnam - the S-shaped country lying on the Indochinese Peninsula, we can’t help but be absolutely impressed and amazed every time we set foot on any corner of our mother country. With an intense pride of the endless beauty of our country, we strongly hope we could bring that indescribable charm to show to the world. Vietnam is a place to go, to come, to witness, to discover and to remember. Vietnam - where the old and the new converge ! Across the country, you can find not only one heritage which is well preserved. A plenty of ancient heritage are considered as must-see attractions once you set foot on Vietnam: Imperial Citadel of Thang Long in Hanoi, Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel in Ninh Binh, Imperial Citadel in Hue, Hoi An Ancient Town, My Son Sanctuary… The tranquil and calmness along with the bustle and hustle of big cities (Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City) makes the country a unique place to explore. Not to mention a great deal of natural sceneries which have been appeared in a lot of pictures and photos as an unlimited inspiration source of artists globally are also what you cannot miss out in Vietnam. Vietnam - the colorful culture ! The long-standing history and the quite large number of ethnic minorities along the country form the diversity of vietnamese culture. Coming to the country and merge yourself in the local culture , you gasp the chance to learn more of about the cultural values of people here, how they worship their ancestors and gods, how they earn for living, celebrate their annual Holidays and how they respect their beautiful life. Vietnam - the land of hospitality ! In Vietnam, you can easily come across a firendly smile anywhere you go. That’s how vietnamese people welcome their guests - a warm smile - just like a generous hug in western countries. Coming to Vietnam,you will find yourself at home with your beloved friends and family, even when you’re travelling. Vietnam is the lovely friend that will bring you the most unforgettable memories with the most remarkable travel experiences ! Hanoi Redtours Sales Team

Experience With almost 20 years of experience in travel industry, Hanoi Redtours proudly becomes one of the leading travel operators in Vietnam serving foreign tourists with perfect services ranging from travel tours to ticketing, bringing travelers beyond the ordinary and into the extraordinary. A reliable company with enthusiastic and professionnal staff With the slogan “Rare, Real, Reliable”, we’re always aware of the importance of being a travel agency and devote our 100% effort to follow that slogan. Hanoi Redtours is always bringing travelers the best we can have, from advising and consulting travelers, choosing and arranging services (hotel room, ticketing, transportation, restaurants, ballroom, meeting room, team building, etc.), dealing with the providers to get the best cost, perfecting the itineraries to fit travelers’ expectations, guaranteeing the smoothness of the tours, ensuring clients with the amazing services and an absolutly affordable price… Inspiring itineraries, amazing experiences With the generosity of Mother Nature, Vietnam always has a lot to offer. Acknowledging the urge of the country to show its beauty to the world, Hanoi Redtours can always give you plenty of different itineraries, offering you chances to have lots of memorable travel experiences. From classic tours to tailored tours, from the North to the South, from the highland to the beach, from MICE to honeymoon tours, etc., there’s no require and expectation that can prevent us from satisfying our clients. Just come with us, we will definitely perfect your travel experiences in Vietnam ! Hanoi Redtours - Rare, Real, Reliable

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Tailor-made trips for individual adventurers, explorers or typical tourists in search of new horizons. We design our travels according to the exact needs of your clients so that they could enjoy the best of Asia. Whether it is to discover the culture of Myanmar, hiking in the mountains of Laos or relaxing on the idyllic white sandy beaches of Vietnam, we are able to offer the perfect trip that will satisfy everyone.

Tailor-made travels built around a common theme (gastronomy, wellness, culture, arts, relaxation, adventureâ&#x20AC;Ś). Propose activities designed around a passion, hobby and offer your clients a new dimension through the discovery of new places and culture. These are ideal tours for travelers seeking for a new, innovative and exclusive experience of their desire.

Today, companies in Vietnam and across the globe have started holding meetings & conferences on and off sites, have adopted travel incentive schemes as an integral part of the company strategy; are widely conducting product launches and activations to enhance brand visibility, and are interested in organizing events at exotic and mesmerizing destinations and venues within India and overseas. To ensure that these are successfully organized, you will definitely want a company worth the trust and experience.

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Tailor-made journeys in Asia that will meet the specific needs of your clients. Whatever their desires, you will always be able to offer a trip that will suit them best. Our group tours enable your clients to share together the discovery of Asia while enjoying a unique experience, and in order to offer our services and incredible destinations to as many number of people as possible, we organize SIC (Seat in Coach) as well as private tours.

The quality is our priority and it is important for our teams to ensure our services are respected and our clients are satisfied. In order to have our standards respected and to always enable our travelers to enjoy the best of their stay, we decided to establish a quality department. Our teams organize constantly surveys of our providers. In that way, we make sure each of our providers respect the services we propose. On the other hand, to provide all the time improvements, we make satisfaction surveys of our clients as well, for each of our destinations.

Hello Vietnam

ITINERARY Day1 HANOI Arrival at the Hanoi Airport. Transfer. Day at your leisure in the capital. Overnight at hotel. Day2 HANOI (B,L) After the breakfast, visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the One Pillar Pagoda, then visit the museum of ethnology. Lunch. Continue with the Temple of Literature, ride on a rickshaw in the Old Quarter then visit the Ngoc Son Temple, located on the Hoan Kiem lake. Watch the Water Puppet Show. Dinner. Overnight at hotel. Day3 HANOI - HALONG - HANOI (B,L) After the breakfast, transfer to the Halong Bay. Cruise in the majestic Halong Bay, listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO, on board of the junk « Le Majestic ». Lunch of sea food on board. Swim in the jade color water in the Gulf of Tonkin (weather permitting). Back to Hanoi in the early evening. Dinner. Overnight at hotel.

Day4 HANOI - DANANG - HOI AN (B,L) After the breakfast, transfer to the Hanoi airport to go to Danang. Arrival at the Danang airport. Visit of Archaeological Museum of Cham. Lunch. Transfer to Hoi An, listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Continue with the Japanese bridge and the Phuc Kien Pagoda. Visit a workshop of the famous Hoi An Lanterns. Dinner. Overnight at hotel. Day5 HOI AN - DANANG - HUE (B,L) After the breakfast, transfer to Hue. Visit of the Tomb of the Emperor Tu Duc. Lunch. Continue with the Imperial City, listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Then visit the Thien Mu Pagoda. Dinner. Overnight at hotel. Day6 HUE - HO CHI MINH CITY (B,L) After the breakfast, transfer to the Hue airport for the flight to Ho Chi Minh City. After arrival, visit Ho Chi Minh City with the City Hall, the Opera House, the Fine Arts Museum, the Independence Palace, the Notre-Dame

Cathedral Basilica and the Central Post Office. Lunch. Visit the China Town in Cho Lon, the Thien Hau Pagoda, the Binh Tay market, the Giac Lam Pagoda and a lacquer workshop. Dinner. Overnight at hotel.

It’s a classic tour where the beauty of Vietnam will follow you during this journey. According to the discretion of the soft and wonderful music of « Hello Vietnam », you will discover at Hanoi, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the One Pillar Pagoda, the Museum of ethnology, the Temple of Literature, the Old Quarter, Ngoc Son Temple and the traditional Water Puppet Show. You will be amazed by the magnificient Halong Bay, listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. At Center, you will see the Imperial City of Hue, another Heritage of Humanity, and the Thien Mu Pagoda. At Danang, visit the Archaeological Museum of Cham, this nowadays disappeared empire, as well as the japenese bridge and the Phuc Kien Pagoda at Hoi An. At Ho Chi Minh City, the capital of the South, take a look at the City Hall, the Opera House, the Fine Arts Museum, Independence Palace, the Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, the Central Post Office, and of course the China Town at Cho Lon and the tremendous number of pagodas and markets (Thien Hau Pagoda, Giac Lam Pagoda, Binh Tay Market). Finally, to end on the high note this rich journey through Vietnam, sail to the abundant floating markets and handmade workshops which give colors to the Mekong Delta.

Day7 HO CHI MINH CITY - BEN TRE - HO CHI MINH CITY (B,L) After the breakfast, transfer to the Mekong Delta to visit the Ben Tre market by sampan and a brick workshop. Lunch. Continue with a coconut candy workshop then again, by sampan, take a ride through the Nhon Trach canal to visit home of a carpet weaver family. Dinner. Back to Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight at hotel. Day8 HO CHI MINH CITY (B) After the breakfast, day at your leisure at Ho Chi Minh City until the transfer to the Ho Chi Minh City airport to take the flight departure. End of services.

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437$

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Vietnam has two wonderful deltas which made this country an amazing outcome of the Mekong, the mythical river of the south east of Asia. On one side, there is the Red River Delta: itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the north Vietnam rice attic. You will find in this tour all the flavours and colors of the delta: Hanoi, with the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum where the national heroe remains rest, the father of the nation; as well as the Temple of Literature, the first university of Vietnam entirely dedicated to the Confucius education. You will also discover the Old Quarter where a lot of roads are located with an original name: silk street, iron street, sugar streetâ&#x20AC;Ś

Admiration for the Two Delats ITINERARY Day1 HANOI On arrival to the Hanoi airport.Transfer to the hotel. Free time in the capital. Overnight at hotel. Day2 HANOI (B,L) After the breakfast, visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the One Pillar Pagoda, the Tran Quoc Pagoda and the Museum of ethnology. Lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Literature and trip by rickshaw in the Old Quarter. Visit the Ngoc Son Temple, located in the Hoan Kiem lake and finally, watch the traditional Water Puppet Show. Free day at leisure. Overnight at Hanoi. Day3 HANOI - DUONGLAM - THAY PAGODA - HANOI (B,L) After the breakfast, drive to the Son Dong village and visit the Thay pagoda. Transfer to the Duong Lam village to visit the Mong Phu Hamlet. Lunch. Transfer to the Van Phuc village. Back to Hanoi. Free time at leisure. Overnight at hotel. Day4 HANOI - HALONG (B,L) After the breakfast, drive to the majestic Halong Bay, listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. On

arrival to Halong, board in the junk to cruise in this unforgettable journey in the Bay. Lunch onboard. In the afternoon, sail through the battery of islands and karstic limestones covered by vegetation, and, weather permitting, swim in the jade color water in the Gulf of Tonkin. The day ends with cooking class and squid fishing. Dinner and overnight onboard. Day5 HALONG - HANOI (B,BRUNCH) After the breakfast, the junk follows up its cruise. Visit a natural cave. Brunch onboard then sail back to the pier for driving to the Hanoi. On route, stop at a traditional ceramic workshop of Phu Lang at Bac Ninh. On arrival at Hanoi, watch the traditional Water Puppet Show. Free day at leisure. Overnight at hotel. Day6 HANOI/HO CHI MINH CITY (B,L) After the breakfast, transfer to Hanoi airport for the morning flight to Ho Chi Minh City. On arrival, discover the capital of the south with the Hall Town, the Opera House, the Fine Arts Museum, the Independence Palace, the Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica and the Central Post Office. Lunch. Visit the China Town of Cho Lon, the Thien Hau Pagoda, the Binh Tay market, the Giac Lam market and a lacquer workshop. Free time at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

Day7 HO CHI MINH CITY - CAI BE - VINH LONG - CAN THO (B,L) After the breakfast, drive to Cai Be, located in the heart of Mekong Delta. On arrival, board on a sampan for a cruise on the Mekong River and its many canals until reaching Vinh Long. On route, visit the old colonial house and a puffed rice artisanal workshop. Lunch at Vinh Long. Transfer to Can Tho. Check-in at hotel and free time at leisure. Overnight at Can Tho.

You will find out the pride of Nother Nature during a amazing cruise ,in this part of the renowned world: the Halong Bay and its plenty of rocky peaks where caves and wonders hide. Pass by the economic capital of the country, Ho Chi Minh City, where the historical buildings are located: the Independence Palace, which once witnessed the end of the war against the USA; the Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, truly an art of work of the French architecture; and of course the China Town located in Cho Lon. Finally, visit the Vietnam rice attic, the Mekong Delta, also known as the 9-dragons delta. This delta is entirely open to the world and its floating markets are the treasure of Indochina.

Day8 CAN THO - MY THO - HO CHI MINH CITY (B,L) After the breakfast, transfer to the Cai Rang market. Visit the Binh Thuy century house. Visit the halls of the Can Tho market. Drive to My Tho. Lunch. Go to visit the Cao Dai temple (or the Vinh Trang Pagoda if Tay Ninh is in the program). On arrival at hotel in lately afternoon. Overnight at Ho Chi Minh City. Day9 HO CHI MINH CITY (B) After the breakfast, day at your leisure at Ho Chi Minh City until the transfer to the Ho Chi Minh City airport to take the flight departure. End of services.

Price:

442$

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Feel like discovering the half north of Vietnam ? This tour is tailored for you. Only arriving to the capital you already go to visit the first World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO: the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex at Ninh Binh. The fauna and flora as well as the beautiful natural caves made this place une wonder of nature. Then go to the Halong Bay where Dragons made this stretch of water composed by islands and legends, which is now the most visited place of the Vietnam. The center of the country is not to be outdone with the Dong Hoi caves, the Imperial City of Hue, the Hoi An old town or even the My Son remnants: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s truly a summary of what the History and the nature bequeath to Vietnam and to Humanity.

World Heritage Sites ITINERARY Day1 HANOI On arrival to the Hanoi airport, transfer to the hotel. Free time in the capital. Overnight at hotel. Day2 HANOI - NINH BINH - HAIPHONG (B,L) After the breakfast, drive to Hoa Lu and visit the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex (Ninh Binh), listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Visit the impressive natural caves of Lam, Vang, Thanh Truot and Dai. Lunch. Drive to the Vinh Bao village and watch the Water Puppet Show of the village. Lunch. Drive to Haiphong. Free time and overnight at Haiphong. Day3 HAI PHONG - HALONG (B,L,D) After the breakfast, short visit of the Hai Phong port town. Visit the Du Hang Pagoda, the Hang Kenh communal house before heading to the majestic Halong Bay, listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. On arrival in the early afternoon, board on a junk for an unforgettable cruise in the Bay. Lunch of seafoods onboard. Weather permitting, swim in the jade color water in the Gulf of Tonkin. Then cooking class and squid fishing. Dinner and overnight onboard the junk.

Day4 HALONG - HANOI - OVERNIGHT TRAIN (B,BRUNCH) After the breakfast, the junk resumes the cruise. It sails through the Bay and stop to visit a natural cave. Brunch onboard then sail back to the pier for driving back to Hanoi. On route, stop to visit the traditional ceramic workshop of Phu Lang at Bac Ninh. On arrival to Hanoi, free time in the capital. Transfer to the station for taking the overnight train to Hue. Overnight on the train. Day5 OVERNIGHT TRAIN - DONG HOI - PHONG NHA (B,L) On arrival to Dong Hoi, visit the Phong Nha caves, an unique spot listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Board a boat to sail to the Uot and Kho caves to visit these rare beauty places. Overnight at Dong Hoi. Day6 DONG HOI - HUE (B,L) After the breakfast, drive to Hue. Lunch. Visit the Imperial City, listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO and the Thien Mu Pagoda. Dinner with Nha Nhac music show, listed as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Overnight at hotel.

Day7 HUE - DANANG - HOI AN (B,L) After the breakfast, visit the Mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang and the Tomb of the Emperor Tu Duc. Lunch. Drive to Danang through the Hai Van Pass. On arrival, visit the Archaeological Museum of Cham. Drive to Hoi An, listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Check-in at hotel and free time at leisure. Overnight at Hoi An. Day8 HOI AN (B,L) After the breakfast, visit the Hoi An old town and a lantern workshop. Lunch. Then sail on the Thu Bon river. Free time to wander in the old town or to enjoy the beach (weather permitting). Overnight at Hoi An. Day9 HOI AN - MY SON - HOI AN (B,L) After the breakfast, drive to My Son, remnant of the former kingdom of Champa, listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO as well. Back to hotel in the early afternoon then free time. Overnight at Hoi An. Day10 HOI AN - DANANG (B) After the breakfast, free time at Hoi An. Transfer to the Danang airport to take the departure flight. End of services.

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645$

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The Mandarin Road

Revisit the Mandarine Route through this unique journey to discover in less than two weeks a deeply valuable country. Revisit the capital, Hanoi, to see the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the One Pillar Pagoda, the Temple of Literature and the prestigious Water Puppet Show. Revisit Hoa Lu to see the Bich Dong Pagoda or the Dinh and Le dynastic Temples. Revisit the Halong Bay to see the natural caves or swim in the jade color water in the Gulf of Tonkin. Revisit back in the time the Imperial City of Hue, the

ITINERARY Day1 HANOI Arrival at the Hanoi Airport. Transfer. Day at your leisure in the capital. Overnight at hotel. Day2 HANOI (B,L) After the breakfast, visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the One Pillar Pagoda, the Tran Quoc Pagoda. Lunch. Continue with the Museum of ethnology and the Temple of Literature. Then, take a ride on rickshaw in the Old Quarter and visit the Ngoc Son Temple, located on the Hoan Kiem lake. Watch the Water Puppet Show. Dinner. Overnight at hotel. Day3 HANOI - HOA LU - HANOI (B,L) After the breakfast, transfer to Hoa Lu. Arriving there, take a ride by bicycle through the countryside and the small villages to get to the Bich Dong Pagoda. After the visit, go to Thung Nang and board a sampan to ride during 2 hours through a cliff and ricefield landscapes. Back to the pier and have lunch. In the afternoon, visit the dynastic temples of the Dinh and Le emperors before to drive back to Hanoi. Dinner. Overnight at hotel. Day4 HANOI - HALONG (B,L,D) After the breakfast, transfer to the Halong Bay. Cruise in the majestic Halong Bay, listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO, on board of the junk « Le Majestic ». Lunch of sea food on board. Swim in the jade color water in the Gulf of Tonkin (weather permitting). Then cooking demonstration and squid fishing break before dinner. Overnight onboard.

Day5 HALONG - HANOI - COACHING TRAIN (B,L) After the breakfast, the junk resumes the trip. It sails the bay et stop to visit natural cave. Brunch onboard then back to the harbor and drive back to Hanoi. On route, stop at a traditional ceramic workshop of Phu Lang at Bac Ninh. Once arrived at Hanoi, free time in the capital. Transfer to the train station for boarding coaching train to Hue. Overnight in the train. Day6

COACHING TRAIN - HUE (B,L)

Arriving at Hue in the morning. Transfer to the hotel for having breakfast. Rest of the day at leasure. Lunch. Visit Hue with Imperial City, listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO, and with Thien Mu Pagoda. Overnight at Hue. Day7 HUE - DANANG - HOI AN (B,L) After the breakfast, visit the Mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang and the Tomb of the Emperor Tu Duc. Make a stop to know the secrets of the making of the conical hat and the incense sticks. Lunch. Transfer for Danang through the Hai Van Pass. At arrival, visit the Archaeological Museum of Cham. The trip continues to the port city of Hoi An, listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Check-in at hotel and free time for leisure. Overnight at Hoi An. Day8 HOI AN (B,L) After the breakfast, visit of the Old Town of Hoi An then visit a manufacture of lanturns. Lunch. Board on a boat for a trip on the river Thu Bon and stop in the ceramic and woodwork traditional villages. Free time at leisure in the old town or enjoy the beach (weather permitting). Overnight at Hoi An.

Day9 HOI AN - DANANG/HO CHI MINH CITY (B,L) After the breakfast, transfer to Danang airport for the morning flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Arriving to the capital of the south, visit of the Old Residential Areas by beginning by the City Hall, the Opera House, the Independence Palace, the Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica and the Central Post Office. Lunch. Then, visit the War Remnants Museum, the China Town « Cho Lon », the Binh Tay market, the Giac Lam Pagoda, a lacquer workshop. Dinner. Overnight at Ho Chi Minh City.

former Cham Kingdom, and the Old Town of Hoi An. Revisit the modern History of Vietnam by going to the Central Post Office and the Independence Palace. And finally, revisit the century house of Binh Thuy and the Cao Dai Temple in the Mekong Delta to end this unforgettable journey.

Day10 HO CHI MINH CITY - CAI BE - VINH LONG CAN THO (B,L) After the breakfast, drive to Cai Be in the center of the Mekong Delta. Once arrived, board on cruise on the river and its tremendous number of canals to Vinh Long. On the way, visit an old colonial house and a handmade puffed rice factory. Lunch. Transfer to Can Tho. Dinner. Overnight at Can Tho. Day11 CAN THO - MY THO - HO CHI MINH CITY (B,L) After the breakfast, go to the Cai Rang market, and visit the century house of Binh Thuy then continue to the floating market of Can Tho before driving back to Ho Chi Minh City. Lunch at My Tho. Transfer to Ho Chi Minh City. Visit a Cao Dai Temple on route (or stop at the Vinh Trang Pagoda if Tay Ninh is in your program). Arriving at hotel in the afternoon. Overnight at Ho Chi Minh City. Day12 HO CHI MINH CITY (B) After the breakfast, whole day at leisure in Ho Chi Minh City. Transfert to the airport for the flight departure. End of services.

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717$

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Go off the beaten track to visit both the anavoidable places of this country shaped like a S and the bizarre and wonderful recesses. In the north, take a look at the classic Temple of Literature, the Ngoc Son Temple located on the Hoan Kiem lake, the Old Quarter, the famous Halong Bay, the World Heritage of Humanity.

Along the Coastline ITINERARY Day1 HANOI On arrival to the Hanoi airport. Transfer to the hotel. Free time in the capital. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Literature, town tour with visiting the Hoan Kiem lake, the Ngoc Son Temple and the Old Quarter. Free time at leisure. Overnight at Hanoi. Day2 HANOI - HALONG (B,L,D) After the breakfast, transfer to the majestic Halong Bay, listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. On arrival to Halong, board on the junk for an unforgettable cruise in the Bay. Lunch of seafoods onboard. In the afternoon, weather permitting, swim in the jade color water in the Gulf of Tonkin. The day ends with a cooking class and a squid fishing. Dinner and overnight onboard of the junk. Day3 HALONG - HANOI (B,BRUNCH) After the breakfast, the junk follows up its cruise. Visit a natural cave. Brunch onboard then sail back to the pier for driving to the Hanoi. On route, stop at Yen Duc village to visit Canh Huong Pagoda then resume driving to join the capital. In Hanoi, watch a traditional Water Puppet Show. Free time at leisure. Overnight at Hanoi. Day4 HANOI/HUE (B,L) After the breakfast, transfer to the airport to take the flight to Hue. On arrival, transfer and check-in at hotel. Lunch. In the afternoon, explore hue to see the Imperial City, listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO and the Thien Mu Pagoda. Free time at leisure. Overnight at Hue.

Day5 HUE - DANANG - HOI AN (B,L) After the breakfast, visit the Mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang and the Tomb of the Emperor Tu Duc. Stop to discover the secrets of making the conical caps and the incense sticks. Lunch. Drive to Danang through the Hai Van Pass. On arrival, visit the Archaeological Museum of Cham. Then drive to the Hoi An port town, listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Check-in at hotel. Free time at leisure. Overnight at Hoi An. Day6 HOI AN (B,L) After the breakfast, visit the Hoi An old town and a lantern workshop. Lunch. In the afternoon, board a boat to sail on the Thu Bon river. Free time at leisure to wander in the Hoi An old town or enjoy the beach (weather permitting). Overnight at Hoi An. Day7 HOI AN - QUI NHON (B,L) After the breakfast, drive to Qui Nhon (330km). On route, stop at Tam Ky to visit the Cham towers of Chien Dan. Lunch. Then visit the Banh It silver towers near Qui Nhon. On arrival, check-in at hotel then town tour and visit the Thap Do towers. Free time at leisure. Overnight at Qui Nhon. Day8 QUI NHON - NHA TRANG (B,L) After the breakfast, drive to Nha Trang (around 230km). On route, stop at the beautiful Dai Lanh beach. On arrival, check-in at hotel. Lunch. Then, visit Nha Trang and the Cham Temple of Po Nagar. Stop to visit the Hon Chong headland and the Dam market. Free time at leisure. Overnight at Nha Trang. Day9 NHA TRANG (B) After the breakfast, free time at leisure in Nha Trang to

enjoy the beach. You have the opportunity during a whole-day trip to visit the islands of the bay and the seabeds with a mask and a scuba or a diving cylinder (on request). Free time at leisure. Overnight at Nha Trang. Day10 NHA TRANG - DALAT (B,L) After the breakfast, drive to Dalat hill station (around 220Km). On arrival, visit the town, especially the Tuyen Lam lake and the Truc Lam Pagoda. Lunch. In the afternoon, visit the minority Lat village then go and visit the XQ village. Free time at leisure. Overnight at Dalat. Day11 DALAT - PHAN THIET (B,L) After the breakfast, short visit of the main market then board an old gazole train to go to the Trai Mat village. Visit the Linh Phuoc Pagoda and the Bao Dai's villas. Lunch. Drive to Phan Thiet. Check-in at hotel and free time at leisure. Overnight at Phan Thiet.

In the center of the great S is located the Imperial City of Hue, the Thien Mu Pagoda, the Mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang and the Tomb of the Emperor Tu Duc. The trip ends with the great classics like the Archaeological Museum of Cham in Danang and Hoi An, the frozen in time town for our greatest pleasure. From that, change your track off to go to the Hoi An beach, visit the Cham towers in Chien Dan and Thap Do, swim in the Dai Lanh beach, discover the Hon Chong headland and even go on an excursion in the Nha Trang bay seabeds. When you go to Dalat, you will enter a truly paradise when the spring has its home. You surely ends your journey by an incredible surprise in this part of the south east of Asia: the Mui Ne dunes.

Day12 PHAN THIET (B) After the breakfast, go on an early trip to the nearby fresh water lake. On route back to Phan Thiet, stop at the famous red sand dunes and the fishing village of Mui Ne. Free time on the afternoon to enjoy the beach (weather permitting). Overnight at Phan Thiet. Day13 PHAN THIETâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;HO CHI MINH CITY (B) After the breakfast, free time at leisure till departure to Ho Chi Minh City in the early afternoon. On arrival at the early evening and check-in at hotel. Overnight at Ho Chi Minh City. Day14 HO CHI MINH CITY (B) After the breakfast, day at your leisure at Ho chi Minh City until the transfer to the Ho Chi Minh City airport to take the flight departure. End of services.

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ITINERARY

Day3

DALAT (B,L)

After breakfast, explore Dalat and stroll through the market famous for its fresh vegetables and flowers. Discover the Tuyen Lam Lake, offers

dugout canoe and then walk through the village to discover the traditional long houses that can accommodate several generations. Lunch during excursion. Overnight in Lak Lake.

fresh air, tranquil atmosphere and diversified natural landscapes; Truc Day1 HO CHI MINH CITY Upon arrival, welcome by the local guide at Ho Chi Minh City airport, transfer and check-in at the hotel. The day is at leisure. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City. Day2

HO CHI MINH-DALAT (B,L)

Lam Pagoda, on-island biggest pagoda, designed with the architecture from the north and has become one of the cultural and spiritual centers; the villa of Emperor Bao Dai, who was the 13th and last emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty of Vietnam, and the old Railway Station. Then, depart on board of an old diesel train to Trai Mat Village then lunch at local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the Lat Minority village, a chance to

After breakfast, departure by road to the ancient cool hill station of Dalat

observe the customs and traditions of the Lat minority people and see

(310 km, about 8 hours), known as “Petit Paris” during the colonial times.

their handicrafts. The day ends with the visit of the XQ Folk village and a

Located in the Central Highlands of the country, the city has preserved its

cup of traditional tea. Overnight in Dalat.

colonial heritage through its art deco villas (mid-twentieth century), its Savoyard chalets or its cathedral style. Lunch at local restaurant on the way. In the afternoon, visit a rubber and a tea plantation in Bao Loc, before arriving in Dalat later. Overnight in Dalat.

Day4 DALAT - LAK LAKE (B,L) After breakfast, depart along the scenic Highway 27 to Lak Lake, located in the heart of a volcanic region. Enjoy an elephant ride around Lak Lake to the village of M’Lieng inhabited by the M'nong ethnic minority, who has managed to preserve most of its traditions. Return to Jun Village by a

Day5 LAK LAKE-BUON DON-BUON MA THUOT (B,L) After breakfast, transfer early morning to the Yok Don National Park (about 90 km). On arrival, depart for an elephant ride through the tropical jungle. Then board a local boat for a short cruise on the Serepok River. By late morning, back to the car and drive to Buon Don for lunch. In the afternoon, discover a surprising suspension bridge; it connects the Lao and M'Nong ethnic villages. The walk then leads to the astonishing tomb of King of Elephant Hunters, famous local character who was, in his time, medal of the Legion of Honor! By late afternoon drive to Buon Ma Thuot, stop in an Ede cemetery. According to local tradition, the tombs are left there without care after the ceremony of the abandonment of the body that can last several weeks. The graves are often left in the care of wooden totems representing animals or spirits. Overnight in Buon Ma Thuot.

Day6 BUON MA THOUT (B,L) After breakfast, visit the Akodhong Village, home of the Ede ethnic group, famous for its long houses and coffee plantations. Lunch at local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the Ethnographic Museum of Buon Ma Thuot, a display of traditional dress, agricultural tools, fishing gears, bows and arrows, weaving looms and musical instruments of the ethnic groups. Then, spend the time in an Ede Village to meet the families weaving beautiful traditional ethnic fabrics. Return back to the hotel late in the afternoon after a day rich in ethnics encounters and unforgettable souvenirs. Overnight in Buon Ma Thuot. Day7 BUON MA THUOT-KONTUM (B,L) After breakfast, depart to Kontum through numerous tea and coffee plantations. The striking green of the coffee plantations contrasts with the red color of the soil. Arrival in the afternoon and check-in at hotel. Short walk to the local market perfect spot to observe the daily life of the region’s inhabitants whom come to shop and tell the latest village’s stories. Overnight in Kontum. Day8 KONTUM (B,L) After breakfast, visit the seminary and the charming wooden church of Kontum, built in 1913. The prayers are written in the 3 main languages of the minorities of the region. The Holy Masses are usually attended by an impressive crowd; hence, the church becomes too small to welcome all the devotees, who are well dressed for the occasion. Later, enjoy a walk (around 4 km) through the Banhar villages of Kontum Konam, Kontum Kopong, Konko Wang, Kon Jori and Kon Kotu. On the way, discover the beautiful sceneries of rice fields and witness the daily life of the Banhar people. Lunch at local restaurant in the city. In the afternoon, excursion to visit the Jarai Village of Plei Weh and discover their amazing funerary art. Each tomb is surrounded by carved wooden statues representing each stage of the life of the deceased. Overnight in Kontum. Day9 KONTUM - HOI AN (B,L) After breakfast, depart to Hoi An via the scenic Highway 24. On the way, visit the villages of Kondu and Konbin in the district of Konray. Stop at the communal houses of various ethnic groups and meet the last minority group of the region - the Hre People - pass upon pass, valley

upon valley; slowly reaching the sea level. Late lunch in a local restaurant on the road. In the coastal plain, stop near Tam Ky to visit the Chien Dan Cham Tower, a group of three towers built in the 11th century dedicated to the three deities of the Champa Kingdom: Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma. Arrive at the end of the day and check-in at the hotel. Overnight in Hoi An. Day10 HOI AN-MY SON-HOI AN (B,L) After breakfast, depart for an excursion to My Son, a cluster of abandoned and partially ruined Hindu temples constructed between the 4th and the 14th century AD by the kings of Champa. Spend the morning touring the most significant archaeological ruins of Vietnam, listed as a World Heritage site by UNESCO. Return back to Hoi An by late-morning for lunch at local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the famous Old Quarter of Hoi An. This is an exceptionally well-preserved example of a South-East Asian trading port dating from the 15th to the 19th century. Walk around Hoi An ancient town and explore its treasures. The buildings and street plan reflect the influences, both indigenous and foreign, that have combined to produce this unique heritage site. Then, visit a lantern making cottage and learn how to make one. Overnight in Hoi An. Day11 HOI AN - DANANG/HUE (B,L) After breakfast, the morning is at leisure to enjoy the charm of the city or the beach (if weather permits). In the afternoon, depart by road toward Hue, the former imperial capital city via the Hai Van Pass. On the way, visit Danang’s famous Cham Museum, housing a unique collection about the history of the Champa civilization. In the afternoon, arrive in Hue and check-in at the hotel. Overnight in Hue. Day12 HUE (B,L) After breakfast, explore Hue, the ancient capital of Vietnam under the Nguyen Dynasty, listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Discover the Imperial City, the former imperial seat of government. This is a great sprawling complex of temples, pavilions, moats, walls, gates, shops, museums and galleries, featuring art and costumes from various periods of Vietnamese history. Then visit the Celestial Lady pagoda, one of the most venerated sites in the city of Hué. In the afternoon, visit

the mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang and the tomb of Emperor Tu Duc, the 4th emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty of Vietnam, who reigned from 1847–1883. The buildings and gardens have been shaped according to the directives of geomancy (Feng Shui). Together, they form a huge park where the beauty nature is everywhere. Last stop at villages to see how conical hats and incense sticks are made. Overnight in Hue. Day13 HUE - HANOI (B) After breakfast, transfer to Hue airport for the morning flight to Hanoi. On arrival, welcome at the airport, transfer and check-in at the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Hanoi. Day14 HANOI (B,L) After breakfast, explore the capital including the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (closed on Mondays and Fridays), where rests the remains of the national hero, the father of the nation. Then visit the one-Pillar Pagoda, a remnant of the 11th century, and Tran Quoc Pagoda, regarded as the most ancient pagoda of the city built in the 6th century and a cultural symbol of Vietnamese Buddhism. Transfer to the Museum of Ethnology (closed on Monday) which focuses on the 54 officially recognized ethnic groups in Vietnam. Lunch at local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Literature, first university in Vietnam’s history. Depart by rickshaw and spend some time wandering in the old quarter and its antique shops. Then visit Ngoc Son Temple beautifully situated on Hoan Kiem Lake, and which is reached by a charming wooden bridge. The day ends by a water puppet show, featuring sketches about the daily life and beliefs of the rural people. Overnight in Hanoi.

What about the South of Vietnam ? Well,DELTAS let’s ADMIRATION DEVANT DEUX AU COEUR DULES VIETNAM go off the beaten tracks during this amazing trip to the Center Highlands of Vietnam. Why not riding elephant to travel around the Lak Lake and the jungle of Yok Don. But it’s in the wonderful province of Buon Ma Thuot you will see the ethnic groups of Lao and Ede. Not far from there, you can discover Dalat, the French Alp in Vietnam for a refreshing breath of the spring. No doubt you will be estonished by the well preserved remains of My Son, which once were the heart of the former Cham Kingdom. In Danang, thanks to its Museum, you can go back in time and the mighty Cham culture. If you find out to be time travellers, go and visit the port town of Hoi An and witness the place turned to the world. At Hue, you can see the Imperial City, listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. You will finish your journey by the splendid capital, Hanoi.

Day15 HANOI (B) After breakfast, the day is at leisure in Hanoi. Transfer to Hanoi airport for the departure the flight. End of our services.

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In the Heart of Vietnam

ITINERARY Day1 HANOI On arrival to the Hanoi airport, transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Literature, the Hoan Kiem lake, the Ngoc Son Temple. Then, ride by rickshaw through the Old Quarter and watch a traditional Water Puppet Show. Dinner. Overnight at Hanoi. Day2

HANOI - HOA LU - HANOI - OVERNIGHT

TRAIN (B,L) After the breakfast, transfer to Hoa Lu. On arrival, ride a bicycle to discover the Bich Dong Pagoda to Thung Nang, then board on a sampan to sail through the ricefields surrounding the karstic hills. Lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Dinh and Le dynastic Temples then back to Hanoi. In the evening, transfer to the train station to go by night to Lao Cai. Free ending day at leisure. Overnight onboard the train. Day3

OVERNIGHT TRAIN - LAO CAI - SAPA (B,L)

On arrival to Lao Cai early in the morning. Go to one of the numerous mountain markets of the province. Lunch. In the afternoon, drive to Sapa then check-in at hotel. Free end of day at leisure. Overnight at Sapa. Day4

SAPA (B,L)

After the breakfast, visit the Lao Chai village where the Black Hâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Mongs live, the Ta Van village where the Giay ethnic group live, the bamboo forest in Giang Ta Chai to meet the Red Dao. Lunch near a waterfall. In the afternoon, stop to visit the Cat Cat village before coming back to hotel. Free ending day at leisure. Overnight at Sapa. Day5 SAPA - LAO CAI - OVERNIGHT TRAIN (B,L) After the breakfast, visit the Sapa market then go to the Thac Tien waterfalls and stop at the Tram Ton Pass. Lunch. In the afternoon, free time until departure for Lao Cai to go to Hanoi by overnight train (evening departure). Overnight on train. Day6 OVERNIGHT TRAIN - HANOI - HALONG (B,L) On arrival at Hanoi early in the morning. After the breakfast, drive to the majestic Halong Bay, listed as a

World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. On arrival to Halong, around noon, board in the junk to cruise in this unforgettable journey in the Bay. Lunch of seafoods onboard. In the afternoon, sail through the battery of islands and karstic limestones covered by vegetation, and, weather permitting, swim in the jade color water in the Gulf of Tonkin. The day ends with cooking class and squid fishing. Dinner and overnight onboard. Day7 HALONG - HANOI/HUE (B,BRUNCH) After the breakfast, the junk follows up its cruise. Visit a natural cave. Brunch onboard then sail back to the pier for driving to the Hanoi airport to take the flight to Hue. On arrival to Hue, transfer and check-in at hotel. Overnight at Hue. Day8 HUE (B,L) After the breakfast, visit the Imperial City and the Thien Mu Pagoda. Lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang and the Tomb of the Emperor Tu Duc. Stop at the village specialized in the production of the conical cap and the incense sticks. Free end of day at leisure. Overnight at Hue. Day9 HUE - DANANG - HOI AN (B) After the breakfast, drive to Danang through the Hai Van Pass. On arrival, visit the Archaeological Museum of Cham. Lunch. In the afternoon, drive to the Hoi An port town, listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. On arrival, check-in at hotel and free time at leisure. Overnight at Hoi An. Day10 HOI AN (B,L) After the breakfast, visit the Hoi An old town then visit a lantern workshop. Lunch. In the afternoon, board on a local boat to sail on the Thu Bon river. Free time to wander in the old town or to enjoy the beach (weather permitting). Overnight at Hoi An. Day11 HOI AN - DANANG/HO CHI MINH CITY (B,L) After the breakfast, transfer to the Danang airport for the morning flight to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon). On arrival at Saigon, visit the Hall Town, the Opera House, the Independance Palace, the Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica and the Central Post Office. Lunch. In the afternoon, visit the War Remnants Museum, the China Town of Cho Lon where the Thien Hau Pagoda is located, the Binh Tay

market and the Giac Lam Pagoda. The day ends with the visit of discovering the secrets of production of the lacquer. Free end of day at leisure. Overnight at Ho Chi Minh City.

In this tour entirely turned to Vietnam, you will

AU DU VIETNAM see COEUR all the spirit of this fabulous country with rich cultures and fine arts. From the north to the south, discover the main places which are the

Day12 HO CHI MINH CITY - CAI BE - VINH LONG - CAN THO (B,L) After the breakfast, drive to Cai Be, located in the heart of Mekong Delta. On arrival, board on a sampan for a cruise on the Mekong River and its many canals until reaching Vinh Long. Visit the old colonial house and a puffed rice artisanal workshop. Lunch. In the afternoon, the trip resumes to Can Tho. Check-in at hotel and free time at leisure. Overnight at Can Tho.

heart of Vietnam. It is necessary to discover the

Day13 CAN THO - CAI RANG - CHAU DOC (B,L) After the breakfast, sail on a sampan to the Cai Rang market, visit the Can Tho market then go to Chau Doc. Lunch. Climb the Nui Sam Mount. On arrival, visit the most important religious spots then back to the town and check-in at hotel. Free end of day at leisure. Overnight at Chau Doc.

In Sapa, you will enter in the heart of the

Day14 CHAU DOC - HO CHI MINH CITY (B,L) After the breakfast, sail on a boat to discover the floating fish farms, then stop in a Cham village and visit its mosque. Drive back to Ho Chi Minh City through Cao Lanh road and stop to have lunch. On arrival early in the evening and check-in at hotel. Free end of day at leisure. Overnight at Ho Chi Minh City.

the Halong Bay is full of legends, beaches and

Day15 HO CHI MINH CITY (B) After the breakfast, day at your leisure at Ho chi Minh City until the transfer to the Ho Chi Minh City airport to take the flight departure. End of services

capital, Hanoi, which has a tremendous number of pagodas. The Temple of Literature and the Old Quarter make this city a real outdoor museum. Not to mention Hoa Lu which should be ashamed with its temples dedicated to the Dinh and Le dynasties, who build the cultural personality of the Vietnameses. ethnographic diversity for beyond the town and its colorful market, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good way to be introduced to the 54 ethnic groups which made this nation of minorities. But another diversity highlights this dragon who is the shape of a S: the Halong Bay. With near 2,000 karstic islands, caves which made the Merveille and the Surprise of this worldclass Heritage of Humanity. Resume a few below to the Imperial City of Hue which was once the prestige and the heart of a prosperous and aristocratic empire. What about Hoi An ? An incredible picture freezed in the past time which remind us Vietnam has been for centuries turned to the world. You certainly will not miss the opportunity to visit Saigon, the nowadays Ho Chi Minh City, to discover the modern pass with the Independence Palace and the War Remnants Museum. Close to the busy city there is another kind of business: the floating markets that sail the different branches of the Mekong Delta which is the heart of the vietnamese economy.

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ITINERARY Day1 HANOI On arrival to the Hanoi airport. Transfer to the hotel. Day at leisure in the capital. Overnight at night. Day2 HANOI (B,L) After the breakfast, visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the One Pillar Pagoda, the Tran Quoc Pagoda and the Museum of ethnology. Lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Literature and trip by rickshaw in the Old Quarter. Visit the Ngoc Son Temple, located in the Hoan Kiem lake and finally, watch the traditional Water Puppet Show . Free day at leisure. Overnight at Hanoi.

Day3 HANOIâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;HOA BINH-MAI CHAU (B,L,D) After the breakfast, departure to a small village of Ky Son. On arrival, welcome drink before taking place in your room. In this homestay, located in the center of the Red River Delta, you have the opportunity to live a life of the daily locals in this small typical vietnamese village. In the end of the morning, cooking class with the host family then lunch time. In the afternoon, ride a bike through the village. Back to the homestay to enjoy the relaxing herb bath before having a good dinner and a foot massage. Overnight at homestay in the village of Ky Son.

Day4 MAI CHAU-HANOI-OVERNIGHT TRAIN (B,L) After breakfast, enjoy a bicycle tour to the neighboring minority villages (Van Mai). The Mai Chau Valley offers excellent cycling conditions with easy trails joining villages through vast rice fields. In the early afternoon, depart by road to Hanoi. Along the way, stop to visit Van Phuc village in Ha Dong, specializes in the breeding of silkworms. Arrive in Hanoi late in the afternoon. Transfer to the railway station for the night train to Lao Cai. Overnight on board the train. Day5 OVERNIGHT TRAIN - LAO CAI - SAPA (B,L)

On arrival at Lao Cai early in the morning. Go to one the numerous mountain markets of the province. Lunch. In the afternoon, drive to Sapa and check-in in the hotel. Free end of the day at leisure. Overnight at Sapa. Day6 SAPA (B,L) After the breakfast, early departure to visit the village of Lao Chai, where the Black Hâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Mongs live, the village of Ta Van, where the Giay ethnicity lives, in the bamboo forest of Giang Ta Chai to meet the Red Dao. Lunch near a waterfall. In the afAternoom, stop to visit the Cat Cat village before coming back to the hotel. Overnight at Sapa.

Day7 SAPA - LAO CAI - OVERNIGHT TRAIN (B,L) After the breakfast, short visit of the Sapa market follow-up by an trip to the Thac Tien waterfalls then stop at the Traurion Pass. Lunch. In the afternoon, free time at leisure before departure to Lao Cai by overnight train to go to Hanoi (evening departure). Overnight on the train. Day8 OVERNIGHT TRAIN - HANOI - HALONG (B,L,D) On arrival to Hanoi early in the morning. Breakfast. Transfer to the majestic Halong Bay, listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. On arrival to Halong, around noon, board on the junk for an unforgettable cruise in the Bay. Lunch of seafoods on board. In the afternoon, weather permitting, swim in the jade color water in the Gulf of Tonkin. The day ends with a cooking class and a squid fishing. Dinner and overnight onboard of the junk. Day9 HALONG (B,L,D) After the breakfast, board on a small boat to have a trip through the half-flooded tunnels and the impressive karstic limestones. Having lunch onboard while cruising throught the beautiful landscapes until the end of afternoon. Back to the junk and free time at leisure until dinner time. Dinner and overnight onboard of the junk. Day10 HALONG - HANOI/HUE (B,BRUNCH) After the breakfast, the junk continue its cruise. In the morning, it sails through the bay and stop at a natural cave to visit it. Brunch onboard then back to the pier and drive to the Hanoi airport for flying to Hue. On route, weather permitting, stop at a traditional ceramic workshop of Phu Lang at Bac Ninh. On arrival at Hue, transfer and check-in at hotel. Overnight in Hue. Day11 HUE (B,L) After the breakfast, explore the Imperial City and the Thien Mu Pagoda. Lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang and the Tomb of the Emperor Tu Duc, a village specialized in making conical caps and incense sticks. Overnight in Hue. Day12 HUE - DANANG - HOI AN (B,L) After the breakfast, drive to Danang through the Hai

Van Pass. On arrival, visit the Archaeological Museum of Cham. In the afternoon, drive again to the port town of Hoi An, listed as a World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Check-in in the hotel and free time at leisure. Overnight at Hoi An. Day13 HOI AN (B,L) After the breakfast, discover the Old Town and a Hoi An Lantern Workshop. Lunch. In the afternoon, departure on board of a boat to sail through the Thu Bon river and stop in traditional ceramic and woodwork villages. Free time at leisure to wander in the Old Town or to enjoy the beach (weather permitting). Overnight at Hoi An. Day14 HOI AN - KONTUM (B,L) After the breakfast, drive through the pictural Road 24 to Kontum in the Center Highlands. On the way, stop at Tam Ky and visit the Cham towers of Chien Dan. Lunch. On route, stop at several communal houses of different ethnies to meet the Hre, to visit Kondu and Konbin villages in the district of Konray. On arrival at the end of the day, check-in at hotel. Overnight at Kontum. Day15 KONTUM (B,L) After the breakfast, visit the French-built seminary and the charming wooden church of Kontum. Later, trekking through about 4 km to the Kontum Konam Banhar, Konko Wang, Kon Jari and Kon Kotu villages. Lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Jarai de Plei Weh village. Free time at leisure. Overnight at Kontum. Day16 KONTUM - BUON MA THUOT (B,L) After the breakfast, go to Buon Ma Thuot. On route, stop in a local house to learn more about coffee and pepper plantations. Lunch. On arrival in the afternoon, free time at leisure for visiting the night market. Overnight at Buon Ma Thuot. Day17 BUON MA THUOT - LAC LAK - BUON MA THUOT (B,L) After the breakfast, visit Buon Ma Thuot Museum of ethnology. In the morning, drive to the Lak lake. Lunch. On arrival, ride elephants around the Lak lake to join the Mlieng village where the M’nong ethnic group lives. Sail back to the Jun village in pirogue then visit the village on foot. Back to the hotel in the

end of the day. Free time at leisure. Overnight at Buon Ma Thuot.

In this long 21-days travel, you will discover

Day18 BUON MA THUOT-HO CHI MINH CITY (B,L) After the breakfast, excursion in the Akodhong village where the Ede ethnic group lives. Stop at the wonderful Drei Nur waterfalls then trekking in the pastoral landscape of a coffe plantation. Lunch. Drive to Ho Chi Minh City. On arrival in the early evening and check-in at hotel. Free time at leisure. Overnight at Ho Chi Minh City.

Whether on a luxurious junk, on a kayak, onboard of

Day19 HO CHI MINH CITY (B,L) After the breakfast, visit the China Town of « Cho Lon » where the Thien Hau Pagoda is located, the Binh Tay market, the Giac Lam Pagoda and a lacquer workshop. Lunch. In the afternoon, visit the City Hall, the Opera House, the Fine Arts Museum, the Independence Palace, the Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica and the Central Post Office . Free time at leisure. Overnight at Ho Chi Minh City.

private van to check-in at each major towns and

Day20 HO CHI MINH CITY - BEN TRE - HO CHI MINH CITY (B,L) After the breakfast, drive to the Ben Tre province, in the Mekong Delta. On arrival, short walk in the market which gathers a lot of typical products from surroundings, then visit a brick handmade workshop. Then board on a local boat to ride down the Mekong river in the middle of busy activities of sampans. Finally, ride a bike following rivers and delicate bridges, the trip going from coconut or rice plantation views to tropical gardens. Lunch. In the afternoon, back to the hotel. Free time at leisure. Overnight at Ho Chi Minh City.

the Old Quarter of Hanoi.

absolutely everything about the best of Vietnam. a pirogue or an intrepid sampan, the Vietnam waters will have no more chance to stop you when going to the Halong Bay or to the Mekong Delta to see the caves, the karstic hills, the floating markets or the stilt houses along the important network of rivers in the country. Travel by train or by fully equipped and confortable villages of this beautiful nation: Hanoi, Sapa, Ky Son, Duong Lam, Lao Chai, Ta Van, Cat Cat, Bac Ninh, Hue, Hoi An, Danang, Kondu, Konbin, Kontum, Buon Ma Thuot, Mlieng, Jun, Akhodong, Ben Tre or Ho Chi Minh City. Ride elephant, a bicycle, a rickshaw or simply trek to visit the Drei Nur waterfalls, the Lak lake, the Thac Tien waterfalls, the Giang Ta Chai bamboo forest or Enjoy the kind smile of the Kinh, the Black H’mong, the Giay, the Red Dao, the Hre, the M’nong and the whole population consisting of a battery of cosmopolitan ethnies. Don’t forget to know the rich History of this country called Vietnam: the Temple of Literature, the Imperial City of Hue, the Archaeological Museum of Cham, the Hoi An Old City, the Cho Lon China Town or the Independence Palace.

Day21 HO CHI MINH CITY (B) After the breakfast, day at your leisure at Ho Chi Minh City until the transfer to the Ho Chi Minh City airport to take the flight departure. End of services.

Price:

1.299$ From (for 10 From pax+)

Lao is a new and exceptional destination of South East of Asia. It’s a land which once was away from the mass tourism. Known for its two world prestigious heritages of UNESCO, Lao is expanding its economy et start to show its cultural and natural secrets: Luang Prabang, the town with numerous temples like Wat Xieng Thong, the most beautiful one of the city; Vat Longkhoune and its famous frescoes of the eighteenth century; including the beauty of the nature like the Khouang Sy waterfalls. Near the place is located another world heritage: the Vat Phou Temple which was build time before the Angkor Kingdom era. You will find the amazing Khone Phapeng waterfalls, the largest cascade on the Mekong River. Vientiane, capital of this worth nation, has an incredible monument build by the French during the colonial time: Patouxai, a truly copy of the Arc de Triomphe located in Paris. You can see the Ho Phrakeo, the former Royal Chapel and the Vat Sisaket, known as the Buddha Museum.

Exceptional Lao

PAKSE TO KHONG ISLAND AND WAT PHOU 3 days / 2 nights

WORLD HERITAGE SITES ( 5 days / 4 nights

IMAGES OF LAOS 5 days / 4 nights

ADIMRATION FOR LAOS 7 days / 6 nights

Our prices include: • Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle as per program. • Cruise on the Vat Phou boat (joining cruise). • English speaking guide except during free time. • Entry fees for all sightseeing as mentioned on the program. • Meals as mentioned on the program: (B) for breakfast, (L) for lunch or (D) for dinner. • Government taxes currently in force (V.A.T.).

Our prices include: • Accommodation in a shared double or twin room at selected hotels. • Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle as per program. • English speaking guide for each area except during free time. • Entry fees for all sightseeing as mentioned on the program. • Cruises in a private boat. • Meals as mentioned on the program: (B) for breakfast, (L) for lunch or (D) for dinner. • Government taxes currently in force (V.A.T.).

Our prices include: • Accommodation in a shared double or twin room at selected hotels. • Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle as per program. • English speaking guide for each area except during free time. • Entry fees for all sightseeing as mentioned on the program. • Cruises in a private boat • Meals as mentioned on the program: (B) for breakfast, (L) for lunch or (D) for dinner. • Government taxes currently in force (V.A.T.).

Our prices do not include: • Visa fee (possible at arrival with 2 ID photos. Fee depending on nationality). • International flights and airport taxes. • Domestic flight Pakse/Luang Prabang and airport taxes. • Drinks, tips, personal expenses and all services not clearly mentioned.

Our prices do not include: • Visa fee (possible at arrival with 2 ID photos. Fee depending on nationality). • International flights and airport taxes. • Domestic flight Luang Prabang/Vientiane and airport taxes. • Drinks, tips, personal expenses and all services not clearly mentioned.

Our prices do not include: • Visa fee (possible at arrival with 2 ID photos. Fee depending on nationality). • International flights and airport taxes. • Drinks, tips, personal expenses and all services not clearly mentioned.

Note: Note: Program is subject to change without notice due to airline Program is subject to change without notice due to airline schedules or cancellation of some flights. schedules or cancellation of some flights.

PAKSE TO KHONG ISLAND AND VAT PHOU* 3days / 2nights

Pakse Khone Phapeng Waterfalls Khone Island Vat Phou Temple, World Heritage Site by UNESCO

WORLD HERITAGE SITES* 4days / 3nights

Pakse Vat Phou Temple, World Heritage Site by UNESCO Luang Prabang, World Heritage Site by UNESCO Traditional Baci Ceremony Vat Xieng Thong Temple

IMAGES OF LAOS* 5days / 4nights

ADMIRATION FOR LAOS* 7days / 6nights *Contact us for more special detailed tours info@vietnamholiday.com

Luang Prabang, World Heritage Site by UNESCO Vat Xieng Thong Temple Vat Longkhoune Khouang Sy Waterfalls Vientiane Patuxai Ho Phrakeo Royal Chapel

Vientiane Patouxai Ho Phrakeo Royal Chapel Majestic karst hills of Nam Song River Luang Prabang, World Heritage Site by UNESCO Vat Xieng Thong Temple Khouang Sy Waterfalls

Surprise the World, Myanmar !

What a mysterious country recently opened to the world that wishes to show all its wonders and beauties: Myanmar, a former british colony which became independent since 1948. After a long time of absence in the international scene, the promising nation of Aung San Suu Kyi is now ready to reveal a rich culture and history. Yangon and Bagan have a tremendous amount of pagodas and monasteries. It’ a truly a nation dedicated to the Buddhism: visit the Ananda Temple, with four huge standing Buddha images and numerous seated figures in niches around the galleried interior; visit the Myingaba Gu Byaukgyi Temple, noted for its ancient mural paintings under the protection of UNESCO; be amazed by the Shwedagon Pagoda, one of the world’s most spectacular religious monuments and the golden dome of Shwedagon Pagoda rises 98 meters above its base and is covered with 60 tons of pure gold; take a look at the Kuthodaw Pagoda, known for the world's biggest book, consisting of 729 marble slabs engraved with Buddhist scriptures; and of course, visit the Bogyoke Market (former Scott Market) and the Independent Monument in the Mahabandoola Park. Go and visit Mandalay with the Kyauktawgyi Pagoda also known as an Elephant house where the three white elephants are kept. Or discover Bago by stepping in the HtaukKyant War Cemetery maintained by the common wealth War Graves Commission, a symbol of respect between Myamar and the United Kingdom.

YANGON - BAGAN - YANGON 4days / 3nights

YANGON - BAGAN - MANDALAY - YANGON 6days / 5nights

YANGON CITY TOUR 3days / 2nights

YANGON - KYAIKHTIYO - BAGO - YANGON 4days / 3nights

Services Included • Hotel accommodation based on double or twin sharing room with daily breakfast • All transfers and sightseeing with private air-con car and drivers as per program • Domestic flight as per itinerary • Sunset boat in Bagan • Bicycle in Bagan • Local English speaking stationed guide services for sightseeing (one guide in one city)

Services Included • Hotel accommodation based on double or twin sharing room with daily breakfast • All transfers and sightseeing with private air-con car and drivers as per program • Domestic flight as per itinerary • Inwa boat & horse cart • Mandalay Hill up fee & Sagaing Hill up fee • Dinner cruise in Mandalay • Local English speaking stationed guide services for sightseeing (one guide in one city)

Services Included • Hotel accommodation with breakfast • All transfers and sightseeing with private air-con car and drivers as per program • Local English speaking stationed guide services for all transfers and sightseeing (one guide in one city)

Services Included • Hotel accommodation with breakfast • All transfers and sightseeing with private air-con car and drivers as per program • Open truck fare in Kyaikhtiyo (from 10pax-charter) • Local English speaking stationed guide services for sightseeing (one guide in one city)

Services Excluded • International air tickets • Visa Fees • Insurance • Hotel early check in and late check out • Entrance fees and zone fees for the visits • Meals • Drinks • Tipping • Porter charges • Personal expenses and • Any other services not mentioned above

Yangon Independent Monument in the Mahabandoola Park Cathedral Church of St Marry Bagan Ananda Temple Myingaba Gu Byaukgyi Temple

YANGON - BAGAN YANGON* 4days / 3nights

YANGON - BAGAN MANDALAY - YANGON* 6days / 5nights

Ananda Temple Myingaba Gu Byaukgyi Temple Mandalay Mahagandaryon Monastery Mahamuni Pagoda Kuthodaw Pagoda Inwa MahaAungmyeBonzan Monastery Sagaing Hills

YANGON CITY TOUR* 3days / 2nights

YANGON - KYAIKHTIYO BAGO - YANGON* 4days / 3nights *Contact us for more special detailed tours info@vietnamholiday.com

Bagan Yangon Independent Monument in the Mahabandoola Park Cathedral Church of St Marry Bogyoke Market (former Scott Market) Shwedagon Pagoda KalaywaTawya Monastery SweTawMyatZedi Pagoda Kyauktawgyi Pagoda

Chaukhtatgyi Pagoda Kalaywa Tawya Monastery National Museum Shwedagon Pagoda Sule Pagoda Independence Monument in the Mahabandoola Park Bogyoke Market (former Scott Market)

Kyaikhtiyo Kyakhatwine Monastery Kin Pun base camp Bago Shwethalyaung Pagoda Kanbawzathardi Palace Kyeik Pun

HtaukKyant War Cemetery Yangon Shwedagon Pagoda Bogyoke Market (former Scott Market) Kyauktawgyi Pagoda

When you visit the Indochina, it is a special trip to go and discover a country with a painful recent history : Cambodia. It’s a great deal to see another side of the Buddhism as well as a different but quite interesting culture to see how rich is their heritage and how brave the people of former Khmer Kingdom are. Thanks to the tours we propose to you, you will find out a wonderful and mystical culture heritage of the world: Angkor main temples. This complex shows the best highlights of a civilization formerly powerful in the south east of Asia: Ta Prohm, Angkor Thom, Bayon, Banteasy Srei and of course, Angkor Wat. Take the opportunity to have a boat trip to discover the lake nearby this amazing place called Tonle Sap. But the capital of Cambodia is not less beautiful than Siem Reap. Phom Penh is a charming city where you have differents historical monuments which make this city a good resume of the country: the old building of post office, the Royal Palace, the Wat Phnom and the National Museum.

Fascinating Cambodia

JEWEL OF CAMBODIA 04 days / 03 nights

ANGKOR WORLD HERITAGE 04 days / 03 nights

MYSTERIOUS ANGKOR 03 days / 02 nights

ESSENTIAL CAMBODIA 05 days / 04 nights

Tour cost includes: • 03nights accommodation with daily breakfast • Meal: Full board at local restaurant as mention in program (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch and D: Dinner) • Airport transfers & Transport by air con. vehicles as per program • Sightseeing and entrance fees as specified • Local English speaking guide as per program • Boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake • Flight ticket: Phnom Penh – Siem Reap • Cold water and towel during tours

Tour cost includes: • Accommodation with daily breakfast • Meal: Full board at local restaurant as mention in program (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch and D: Dinner) • Airport transfers & Transport by air con. vehicles as per program • Sightseeing and entrance fees as specified • Local English speaking guide as per program • Boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake • Cold water and towel during tours

Tour cost includes: • 02nights accommodation with daily breakfast • Meal: Full board at local restaurant as mention in program (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch and D: Dinner) • Airport transfers & Transport by air con. vehicles as per program • Sightseeing and entrance fees as specified • Local English speaking guide as per program • 1 hour foot massage • Boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake • Cold water and towel during tours

Tour cost includes: • 04nights accommodation with daily breakfast • Meal: Full board at local restaurant as mention in program (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch and D: Dinner) • Airport transfers & Transport by air con. vehicles as per program • Sightseeing and entrance fees as specified • Local English speaking guide as per program • Boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake • Flight ticket: Phnom Penh – Siem Reap • Cold water and towel during tours

Tour cost not includes: • Visa fee: 30$ • International air ticket in-out Cambodia • Other meal, drink, personal expenses, tip, Travel insurance • Other thing not mentioned in Included

Tour cost not includes: • Visa fee: 30$ • International air ticket in-out Cambodia • Other meal, drink, personal expenses, tip, Travel Insurance • Other services not mentioned in “ Included “

JEWEL OF CAMBODIA* 4days / 3nights

ANGKOR WORLD HERITAGE* 4days / 3nights

MYSTERIOUS ANGKOR* 3days / 2nights

ESSENTIAL CAMBODIA* 5days / 4nights

Silver Pagoda, in the Royal Palace National Museum Psar Thmei, Phnom Penh’s central market Toul Sleng Museum Wat Phnom Russian Market

Phnom Penh City’s bars tour Angkor Wat Bayon, Angkor’s strangest temple Ta Prohm, the original Tomb Rider temple Banteay Srei Tonle Sap Lake

Siem Reap Angkor Wat Bayon, Angkor’s strangest temple Ta Prohm, the original Tomb Rider temple Banteay Srei Tonle Sap Lake Massage or spa, the perfect medicine for weary bodies Apsara Dance Siem Reap Bar street tour Angkor Night Market Angkor Wat Bayon, Angkor’s strangest temple Ta Prohm, the original Tomb Rider temple Tonle Sap Lake Massage or spa, the perfect medicine for weary bodies Apsara Dance Siem Reap Bar street tour Angkor Night Market

Silver Pagoda National Museum Psar Thmei, Phnom Penh’s central market Toul Sleng Museum Wat Phnom Russian Market

*Contact us for more special detailed tours info@vietnamholiday.com

Phnom Penh City’s bars Tour Angkor Wat Bayon, Angkor’s strangest temple Ta Prohm, the original Tomb Rider temple Banteay Srei Tonle Sap Lake

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