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OUR INSIDER EXPERIENCES

Discover the unique history and culture of Hanoi, Vietnam‘s Capital as you walk the busy streets and alleyways of the Old Quarter. Cruise the waters of Halong Bay on a traditional junk boat. Take in the stunning scenery and feast on fresh local seafood.

Take in the stunning coastal vistas and lush countryside scenery on your drive from Hue to Hoi An

Be charmed by Hoi An, with its antiquated streets and unique insight into traditional Vietnamese life.

Explore the Mekong Delta and experience the vibrant scenes and rural villages of Vietnam’s ‘rice bowl’.

Cu Chi Tunnels

Day 1 Hanoi On arrival in Hanoi, transfer to your hotel and enjoy free time until your tour briefing and welcome drinks with your fellow travellers. Stay the next two nights at The Ann Hotel (or similar).

Day 2 Hanoi Spend the day discovering Hanoi’s must-visit sites including the infamous Hoa Lo Prison, also known as the “Hanoi Hilton Prison”. Walk through the crowded streets of the city’s Old Quarter; pay a visit to the Temple of Literature and the historical St Joseph’s Cathedral. Enjoy a delicious afternoon tea before you continue your exploration of the Ho Chi Minh Quarter, the Hanoi Opera House, and a stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake. (BL)

Day 3 Hanoi to Halong Bay Drive past scenes of traditional rural life as you travel from Hanoi to Halong City, the gateway to Halong Bay. On arrival, board a well-appointed junk boat, enjoy a delicious lunch and begin cruising among some of the 3,000 islands which rise from the sea. In the evening, retreat to your private cabin, or relax on the main deck or at the bar. Overnight on-board Bhaya Cruises (or similar). (BLD) Day 4 Halong Bay to Hue Take part in a sunrise Tai Chi lesson on the sundeck before enjoying brunch on board. Cruise back to port to disembark. Drive to Hanoi airport where you will fly to the former imperial capital of Hue. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for check in and an afternoon at leisure. Enjoy your stay for the coming evening at the Eldora Hotel (or similar). (R)

Day 5 Hue to Hoi An Enjoy a guided tour of the city’s sites including Emperor Tu Duc’s elaborate tomb, Imperial Palace, Citadel and Thien Mu Pagoda. From Hue, drive to Hoi An, admiring some of Vietnam’s most stunning scenery along the way. On arrival in Hoi An, check into your hotel and enjoy an afternoon of independent exploration. Stay the next two nights at Hoi An Silk Marina Resort & Spa (or similar). (B)

Day 6 Hoi An Visit the technicolour Tam Thanh village. With amazing artworks covering the walls, streets and alleyways, this once sleepy corner of Hoi An is brought back to life. Visit Thanh Dong Organic Farm, learning the traditional farming methods adopted by this village. Chat with the local farmers and take part in the farming activities. In the afternoon, take a walking tour to discover the mix of Chinese, Japanese and French influenced architecture. (B)

Day 7 Hoi An to Saigon – Cu Chi Tunnels Drive to Danang before flying to Saigon, Vietnam’s commercial capital. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for check-in. Take a moment to freshen up before your journey continues to the Cu Chi Tunnels. Discover the network of underground tunnels while learning about their role in the Vietnam War. Return to Saigon and spend the remainder of day at leisure. Stay the next two nights at The Hotel Equatorial (or similar). (BL)

Day 8 Saigon – Mekong Delta Venture to the Mekong Delta and spend the day exploring the many palm fringed canals, local temples and markets. Enjoy a delicious lunch made from locally harvested produce. On your return drive to Saigon, stop by a Cao Dai temple with its spectacular architecture and vivid colours. Arrive back to Saigon to join your group for a farewell dinner. (BLD)

Day 9 Saigon After breakfast, enjoy a guided walking tour of Saigon. Wander along Dong Khoi Street, admire the grand architecture of Notre Dame Cathedral, stop at the Reunification Palace, and get lost amongst the many stalls and vendors within Benh Thanh Markets. In the afternoon, transfer to the airport for your onward journey. (B) HIGHLIGHTS OF VIETNAM

9 DAYS FROM

$ 2,445 PER PERSON*

UPGRADE FROM $63/DAY

PRICE PER PERSON*

2022 APRIL

MAY

DAY TWIN SINGLE

6 2555 3469 20 2555 3469 4 2445 3255 18 2445 3255

JUNE

1 2445 3255 8 2445 3255 15 2445 3255 22 2445 3255 29 2445 3255

JULY

7 2445 3255 14 2445 3255 21 2445 3255 28 2445 3255 AUGUST 3 2445 3255 10 2445 3255 17 2445 3255 24 2445 3255 31 2445 3255 SEPTEMBER 7 2445 3255 14 2445 3255 21 2445 3255 28 2445 3255 OCTOBER 5 2555 3469 12 2555 3469 19 2555 3469 26 2555 3469 NOVEMBER 2 2555 3469 9 2555 3469 16 2555 3469 23 2555 3469 30 2555 3469

DECEMBER

2023

7 2555 3469 14 2555 3469 21 2555 3469 28 2555 3469 DAY TWIN SINGLE

JANUARY

FEBRUARY

MARCH

4 2555 3469 11 2555 3469 18 2555 3469 25 2555 3469 1 2555 3469 8 2555 3469 15 2555 3469 22 2555 3469 1 2555 3469 8 2555 3469 15 2555 3469 22 2555 3469 29 2555 3469

All Departures Guaranteed

Tour prices includes

• 7 nights hotel accommodation • 1 night cruise accommodation onboard Bhaya Cruise • All flights as specified in the itinerary • Transport in air-conditioned vehicles • Entrance Fees • English-speaking

Tour Leader • All tips on tour • Return arrival and departure transfers (conditions apply) • Meals as indicated (B = breakfast, L = lunch,

D = dinner)

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