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A COMBINATION OF VIETNAM AND LAOS (14 Days/ 13 Nights)
Vietnam is a
country of contrasts. A rich colonial history dominates its cities, sitting
side-by-side with scenes that characterise the spirit of Southeast Asia. The
countryside is a stunning portrait of varied landscapes, from the waterways
leading to the South China Sea to terraced green paddy fields with the hilly
central highlands in between. Laos is a landlocked country, and its landscape
is primarily dominated by mountains and rivers. Laotian people are warm and
welcoming to foreigners who are able to visit after several decades of relative
isolation from much of the western world.
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh arrival
Arriving at
Tan Son Nhat airport in Ho Chi Minh City , the hustle and the bustle city, you
will be met and driven to your hotel. Your overnight will be in Ho Chi Minh
city
Private
transfer: airport to hotel
Guide :
English speaking
Accommodation
: Superior Dragon Hotel. Deluxe Grand Hotel
Day 2: Ho Chi Minh – My Tho – Ben Tre – Ho
Chi Minh (B,L)
We start the
tour early at 7.30 a.m and go ahead to Tien Giang. On arrival t ake a boat trip
around four beautiful Islets: Dragon, Unicorn, Tortoise and Phoenix on Tien
River . Through Xep canel to visit Mekong traditional houses at Quoi An village
(make all from coconut tree). See coconut collection set and how the locals
make handicrafts from coconut trunk and shell. Enjoy seasonal fruits and
listening to traditional music. Take the horse-cart on village path and stop at
Ben Truc orchard, taste honey with tea or wine. See bees-breeding in wooden
boxes at local farms.
Take
rowing-boat on water palm creek. Lunch on islets at the local house. Experience
the friendliness and hospitability of the host . Boat to visit a coconut candy
workshop, taste candy (Special products of Bentre province). Drive back to Ho
Chi Minh City. End of the tour at about 5:00 pm. Overnight at hotel in Ho Chi
Minh.
Private
transfer: on the way
Visit:
Island in Ben Tre, fruit orchard, family industry workshops, horse cart
Guide :
English speaking
Meals:
Breakfast and lunch
Accommodation
: Superior Dragon Hotel. Deluxe Grand Hotel
Day 3: Ho Chi Minh – Danang – Hoi An (B)
After
breakfast be relax until our driver will com to take you to airport for flight
to Danang . Enjoy China Beach and Cham Museum before heading to Hoi An. Arrive
in Hoi An ancient town check in your hotel
Meal :
Breakfast
Private
transfer : on the way
Flight with
Vietnam Airlines
Accommodation
: Superior : Hoi An Trails Resort. Deluxe: Golden Sand Resort
Day 4: Hoi An relaxing (B)
The day will
be free for strolling in the town, lazing on the beach, or whatever takes your
fancy. You will spend the night in Hoi An.
Meal :
Breakfast
Accommodation
: Superior : Hoi An Trails Resort. Deluxe: Golden Sand Resort
Day 5: Hoi An – Full day city tour (B,L)
We spend a
walking tour around this enchanting port town and visit its numerous places of
interest: 400 years old Japanese Bridge , 300 years old Chinese temple, 200
years old Vietnamese former merchants' house, the local fish market … Around
the town we can see a numerous art galleries and tailor shops, get some
made-to-order clothes if you like. After lunch in local restaurant, you will
have a chance to ride a “Xich Lo or pedicab” through the opposite site of Hoi
An River bank where you can take a panorama of Hoi An town. Keep on the “Xich
Lo” through the tiny lanes of Hoi An countryside, passing the fields of corn,
sweet potatoes, beautiful local fruit-garden ... Stop over the local fishing
village, get on the boat for 2 hours streaming down to Cua Dai estuary to enjoy
the sunset cuise on the river
Meals :
Breakfast and lunch
Guide:
english speaking
Activity :
Boat cruising
Accommodation
: Superior : Hoi An Trails Resort. Deluxe: Golden Sand Resort
Day 6: Hoi An – Danang - Hue (B)
After
breakfast be relax until our driver comes to driver you to Danang, via the Hai
Van pass. The views from the top are excellent – you will be able to see Lang
Co beach and the lagoon far below, and Danang spread out before you to the
north. Upon arriving in Hue visit Imperial citadel and Dong Ba market. Your
overnight will be in Hue
Private
transfer: on the way
Meal :
Breakfast
Guide:
English speaking
Accommodation
: Superior : Hue Queen Hotel. Deluxe Celadon Hotel
Day 7: Hue orientation – Hanoi (B,L)
Your morning
will begin with a cruise along the Perfume River to visit to the Thien Mu
Pagoda. From there, you will drive to the Royal Tombs of Emperor Minh Mang.
After lunch, you will visit two more tombs, those of Emperors Tu Duc and Khai
Dinh and then transfer to airport for flight to Hanoi . Your overnight will be
in Hanoi
Private
transfer: on the way
Meals :
Breakfast and lunch
Flight with
Vietnam Airlines
Guide:
english speaking
Accommodation
: Superior : Hanoi Boutique I Hotel. Deluxe Silk Path Hotel
Day 8: Hanoi relaxing (B)
Morning to
relax and enjoy the many charms that this city has to offer from the many
boutique shops or simply taking a coffee at one of the charming street side
coffee shop and watching the world go by. There is also the many of small art
galleries that line many of the boulevards of the city. Your overnight will be
in Hanoi.
Meal :
Breakfast
Accommodation
: Superior : Hanoi Boutique I Hotel. Deluxe Silk Path Hotel
Day 9: Hanoi – Halong Bay - Bhaya Cruise
(B,L,D)
After
breakfast our shuttle bus will pick you up at your hotel. On the way to Halong
city enjoy the journey through the rich farmlands of the Red River Delta and
the scenery of rice fields, water buffalo and everyday Vietnamese village life.
Arrive in Halong - Welcome on board of Bhaya cruise . Enjoy a Welcome cocktail
upon embarking Bhaya. Savor a delicious Vietnamese buffet lunch as your cruise
begins. Afternoon cruising amongst the limestone islands explore the Cave of
Surprise (Sung Sot Cave) , swim or kayak at Hang Doi (if the weather
permitting), meet with local people at Van Gia fishing village . Enjoy optional
onboard activities: e.g. sunbathing, traditional massage, cooking
demonstrations. Swim or kayak at Ho Dong Tien anchorage. Feast as a luxury Vietnamese
Buffet Dinner is served. Relax at leisure: e.g. watch a movie, enjoy night
fishing with crew members. Overnight aboard Bhaya
Private
Transfer : Hanoi - Halong : 3,5hrs
Visit: Sung
Sot Cave , Van gia fishing village
Meals:
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation
: Bhaya Cruise – Deluxe twin/double cabin
Day 10 Bhaya cruise – Halong city – Hanoi (
B)
Greet the
day with Practice Tai Chi on the Sundeck. Start your day with an International
Buffet Breakfast Continue cruising in Halong Bay . Disembark Bhaya. Bus pick
you up and Transfer back to Hanoi . Your overnight will be in Hanoi
Morning Tai
Chi exercise
Meal: Brunch
Accommodation
: Superior : Hanoi Boutique I Hotel. Deluxe Silk Path Hotel
Day 11: Hanoi - Vientiane (B)
Upon
arrival, you will be met and transferred to your centrally located hotel.
Vientiene is a fascinating capital, with a fusion of Lao, Thai, Chinese,
Vietnamese, French, and American influences. This charming and easygoing city
will provide a smooth introduction to Laos . After a short rest, an orientation
walk of Lao Capital is a pleasant way to spend the day, strolling around some
of the city's most historical sites and seeing some of the French colonial
architecture. We observe the sunset by the Mekong Riverside until the late
evening and experience the city lifestyle of the local Lao people. Overnight in
Vientiane
Private
transfer : on the way
Flight with
Vietnam Airlines
Guide :
English speaking
Meal :
Breakfast
Accommodation
: Superior Inter City Hotel. Deluxe Novotel Hotel
Day 12: Vientiane – Luang Prabang (B,L)
After
breakfast, we start to visit the major sights of the capital; including the
oldest Wat Sisaket with thousands of miniature Buddha statues and the former
royal temple of Wat Prakeo . On the way to the famous and sacred structure of
That Luang Stupa, we will stop to take some pictures of the imposing Patuxay Monument
,
After lunch
we spend the rest of this day touring the Lao capital, visiting the National
Museum (close Tuesday) former name Revolutionary Museum . We then board our
short flight to the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage City Luang Prabang, which is
perhaps the best - preserved traditional city in Southeast Asia . After a short
rest, we stroll around the Night Market, where you can find a lovely selection
of textiles made by the local and the hilltribe people surrounding Luang
Prabang. We then climb up to the top of Mount Phousi for an enjoyable
exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as viewing a beautiful and
panoramic sunset over the ancient and once royal city and the Mekong River .
Overnight in Luang Prabang
Private
transfer : on the way
Guide :
English speaking
Flight with
Laos Airlines
Meals :
breakfast and lunch
Accommodation
: Superior Sala Prabang Hotel. Deluxe Villa Santi Resort
Day 13: Luang Prabang – Pak Ou cave (B)
After
breakfast, we enjoy a short-guided tour seeing the city's oldest temple of
impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrines of Wat Aham, Wat Mai, Wat Sene
and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground,
which represents classical Laotian architecture. We then board a cruise
upstream on the Mekong River , which gives us a panoramic view of the tranquil
countryside as well as an interesting visit to the mysterious of Pak Ou Caves,
two linked caves crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of
various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims. Along the way, we stop at the
village of Ban Xanghai , where they make the local rice wine. On our way back,
we pass the local villages at Ban Xiengmene and Ban Chan continue to see the
royal temple at Wat Longkhoun. We cross to city and take a short drive to Ban
Phanom, a village well known for its hand weaving. Overnight in Luang Prabang
Private
transfer : on the way
Guide :
english speaking
Meal :
breakfast
Accommodation
: Superior Sala Prabang Hotel. Deluxe Villa Santi Resort
Day 14: Luang Prabang – Departure (B)
An optional
early start gives you the fantastic opportunity to participate in the daily
morning rituals of saffron-clad monks collecting offerings of Alms (ubiquitous
sticky rice) from the faithful residents. This tradition is very unique in Laos
, being the only Buddhist nation still preserving the procession. This is a
real highlight of the tour prior to saying goodbye to this charming city.
Following breakfast, we visit The National Museum (close Tuesday) at the former
Royal Palace, which displays a lovely collection of the artifacts reflecting
the richness of Lao culture dating from the days of the early kings right
through to the last sovereign. After we visit the silver smith's and Fine Arts
School and the Central Market, which is not to be missed. We then say farewell
and depart this ancient city
Private
transfer hotel to airport
Meal :
Breakfast
Extend your journey : The magic
of Angkor Wat awaits you in Siem Reap, just short flight from Luang Prabang
with Laos Airlines. Contact us for further information
Tour type: Private tour,
Cultural value
Departure: Everyday
Duration : 14 Days/ 13 Nights
Group size: 1 guests/Min –
6Guests/Max
Target group: " Smaller
group for a better care "
Quotation in USD per person
|
Group size |
2 pax |
3-4 pax |
5-6 pax |
7-8 pax |
Over 8 pax |
Single Supp |
|
Superior |
1857 |
1660 |
1596 |
1508 |
1494 |
313 |
|
Deluxe |
2274 |
2078 |
2014 |
1927 |
1914 |
625 |
(Seasonal prices apply and will be
confirmed when booking! All rates are quoted in US$/person)
Inclusive:
-Breakfasts
and 10 nights accommodation twin/double shared room
-Pick-ups and
transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary
above.
-Air plane
ticket one way: Ho Chi Minh – Danang, Hue – Hanoi , Hanoi – Vientiane
-Travel in an
appropriate private air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced safe driver.
-The services
of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary.
-Private boat
trip as stated in above sights
-Where
necessary, entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the program.
-Lunches and
dinners (as specified in the itinerary) in the best local restaurants, or picnics
where no suitable restaurant is available.
Exclusive:
-International
flight tickets and airport tax.
-Visas fee
(US$ 40 per person for Vietnam visa on arrival, depend on nationalities in Laos
)
-Dinners,
except as specified above.
-Drinks,
gratuities and personal expenses.
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