ESSENCE OF VIETNAM AND LAOS TOUR – 14 DAYS

ESSENCE OF VIETNAM AND LAOS TOUR | Brief Itinerary:

Day 1:  ARRIVAL – HO CHI MINH CITY (-/-/-)

Day 2: FULL DAY HOCHI MINH CITY AND CU CHI TUNNELS TOUR (B/)

Day 3: FULL DAY MEKONG DELTA GROUP TOUR (MY THO – BEN TRE) (B/-/-)

Day 4: HO CHI MINH CITY FLIGHT TO DANANG – HOIAN (B/-/-)

Day 5: HOI AN – FREE (B/-/-)

Tour Option 1: HOI AN ANCIENT TOWN –  MY SON HOLY LAND TOUR / 1 DAY

Tour Option 2: LEARNING FISHING – COOKING CLASS – HOI AN ANCIENT TOWN & STREET FOOD TOUR / 1 DAY

DAY 6:  HOI AN – FREE (B/-/-)

DAY 7: HOIAN – DANANG– FLIGHT TO HANOI (B/-/-)

DAY 8: HA NOI- BAI TU LONG BAY-KAYAKING-VUNG VIENG FISHING VILLAGE (/L/D)

DAY 09: BAI TU LONG BAY-THIEN CANH SON CAVE- HA NOI (B/L)

DAY 10: HANOI HALF-DAY WALKING TOUR (B)

Optional Tour 1: HANOI STREET FOOD

Optional Tour 2: THE RED RIVER Luxury Jade Cruise SUNSET DINNER 16.30-20.00

DAY 11: HANOI – FLIGHT TO LUANG PRABANG (B/)

DAY 12: LUANG PRABANG CITY TOUR (B)

DAY 13: LUANG PRABANG (B)

DAY 14: LUANG PRABANG – DEPARTURE (B/-/-)

Day 1:  ARRIVAL – HO CHI MINH CITY (-/-/-)

On arrival at Tan San Nhat Airport, you are met by our guide and transferred to hotel. The bustling Ho Chi Minh City, still called Saigon by many locals, is a center of commerce, finance, culture and tourism in Vietnam. This metropolis, contradiction of its northern counterpart, is crowded with bikes and motorbikes, excited by numerous shopping areas and sidewalk cafes. (If time permits) we stroll around the down town to explore the different local ways of life.

O/N in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 2: FULL DAY HOCHI MINH CITY AND CU CHI TUNNELS TOUR (B/)

We start the trip by visiting Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office, followed by exploring the Reunification Palace, and the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum.

The trip to Cu Chi will take approximately one and a half hours bus driving.  The tunnels are a great destination located 70 km from the Ho Chi Minh City Center to the Northwest.  Cu Chi was known as the “area of steel” in the war time, and the tunnel systems were over 200km, which was considered the unbreakable underground village in the Vietnam-American war. It is legendary for its network of tunnels, and is a popular destination for both Vietnamese and foreign visitors.

Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction followed by introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the war time. Then, spend your time to explore the remaining area and tunnel systems which included the special constructed living areas with kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purpose during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served.

Break time for relax or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun. Return to hotel in Saigon

O/N in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 3: FULL DAY MEKONG DELTA GROUP TOUR (MY THO – BEN TRE) (B/-/-)

Enjoy the scenic journey along the National Highway bordered by green rice fields. 

On arrival at My Tho, you will visit Vinh Trang pagoda, an ancient southern architectural gem in Tien Giang Province. Then you take a leisurely boat ride along the river, view the stilt houses, fruit plantations and fishing villages along the river bank. Proceed to Tortoise islet, have lunch in the orchard garden. Then a boat ride to enjoy cruising on a hand-rowed sampan under the shadow of the water coconut trees along natural canals, then enjoy seasonal fruit & honey tea to the sound of “Southern Vietnamese folk music”, performed by locals.

Visit a family business which epitomizes the idyllic rural lifestyle, taste the delicious coconut candy & observe the pastoral life as you roam through the fruit plantation and village. Meet the bus and return to HCMC. This trip provides a fascinating insight into daily life in the Mekong Delta and you are guaranteed to take home your own private collection of beautiful memories. 

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city

Day 4: HO CHI MINH CITY FLIGHT TO DANANG – HOIAN (B/-/-)

Breakfast at hotel, you’ll be free to discover Ho Chi Minh City or take time for shopping.

Transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City then escort to Tan Son Nhat airport for a departure flight to Danang

FLIGHT TRANSFER

Upon arrival at Danang airport, you’ll be welcome by our tour guide & driver then accompanied to your hotel in Hoian for a check-in

O/N in Hoi An.

Day 5: HOI AN – FREE (B/-/-)

After having breakfast at hotel, you’ll be free on your own to relax at hotel or explore Hoi An town by yourself (No guide & No Guide)

Tour Option 1: HOI AN ANCIENT TOWN –  MY SON HOLY LAND TOUR / 1 DAY

Itinerary:

AM: In the morning you will pay a visit My Son Sanctuary to explore history and culture of the Ancient Champa Kingdom, and then enjoy Apsara traditional music show. Transfer to Thanh Ha ceramic village to see how local people create a piece of pottery and you will have chance to make a product under the guidance of workshop owner and receive a clay whistle called “To He” as a gift before leaving. Take a boat on Thu Bon River back to Hoi An Ancient Town. Have lunch at restaurant.

PM: This afternoon you will take a walking tour around old streets to discover the charming beauty of Hoi An Ancient Town including Japanese Covered Bridge, Chinese Assembly Halls, Sa Huynh Museum, old houses and local market. Hoi An is such an ideal place for shopping and making tailor with reasonable price.  End the tour and you will be dropped off at your hotel in Hoi An.

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 1 person is US$ 122/person

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 2 people is US$ 75/person

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 3 – 6 people is US$ 65/person

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 7 – 10 people is US$ 45/person

Inclusion: Transport, English Speaking Guide, Boat, Entrance Fees, Lunch, Mineral Water, Service Charge.

Tour Option 2: LEARNING FISHING – COOKING CLASS – HOI AN ANCIENT TOWN & STREET FOOD TOUR / 1 DAY

Itinerary:

AM: At 8:00 am our guide will welcome you at your hotel in Hoi An and take a boat trip to Cam Nam fishing village to learn fishing under the instruction of local people. Especially, you will practice by yourselves how to catch fish and throw fishing net into river. Then you will transfer to visit green Bay Mau water coconut forest and have chance to row basket boat to enjoy tranquil atmosphere, join in catching field crabs and explore the revolutionary base in Hoi An during Vietnam War. Then you will be transferred to start a cycling route to Tra Que Vegetable Village 3km from Hoi An Ancient Town. You ride through peaceful villages and enjoy the beauty of countryside surrounding Hoi An. On arrival, you are welcomed with friendly smiles and special welcome drinks: “E” water or local tea. Take part in cooking class with the local family, and under the instruction of preparing ingredients, you will cook Hoi An special foods and enjoy lunch here.

PM: This afternoon, you will transfer to explore beautiful historical monument of Hoi An ancient town – the World Cultural Heritage. You will wander around old streets to visit this charming ancient town including the Japanese Covered Bridge, Chinese Assembly Halls, Phuoc Kien Pagoda, Sa Huynh Museum and the local market to get knowledge about the cultural and historical values of Hoi An. At night, you will taste some among most famous local delicious foods of Hoi An including Quang Noodle or Cao Lau Noodle, rice pancake, grilled meat roll, roast meat and grilled chopped meat. These savory and spectacular dishes are most well-known specialties which you shouldn’t miss out whenever set foot in Hoi An because they are not only spectacular but also appetizing. In addition, you will have chance to understand more about the history, tradition, decoration as well as cooking of foods while enjoying wonderful taste of them. Walking along to Phan Chu Trinh Street you will choose another delicious food “Mrs. Phuong Bread”- a popular daily sandwich of Hoi An people. After finish enjoying the local street coffee like a local here, you walk back to your hotel in the evening.

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 1 person is US$ 166/person

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 2 people is US$ 105/person

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 3 – 6 people is US$ 90/person

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 7 – 10 people is US$ 69/person

Inclusion: Transport, Local Boat, Basket boat and fishing tools, Bicycle & helmet, English Speaking Guide, Entrance Fees, Cooking Class, Lunch, Mineral water, Service Charge.

Note: We need travelers’ information (gender and height) in advance in order to arrange suitable bicycles.

O/N in Hoi An.

DAY 6:  HOI AN – FREE (B/-/-)

After having breakfast at hotel, you’ll be free on your own to relax at hotel or explore Hoi An town by yourself (No guide & No Guide)

Optional: Hoi An – Da Nang – Discover Marble Mountain & Ba Na Hill (L)

Am: Pick up at your hotel and transfer to Da Nang. On the way, visit Marble Mountain which was named after the ancient oriental philosophy including 5 elements creating universe: metal, wood, water, fire and earth. Reaching here, you will see the systems of caves. Next, you transfer to visit Ba Na Hills to enjoy the beautiful view of from the cable car up to the summit. Upon arrival have sightseeing and take photos at the world famous Golden Bridge, continue to flower garden Le Jardin D’amour where has many kinds of beautiful flowers and Debay Wine Cellar where are storing different wines. Take another cable car route to reach French Village at the height of 1138 meters for experience architecture here. Have lunch at restaurant.

PM: You will spend more time playing games at Fantasy Amusement Park (almost normal games and 4D Movie already included in the tour package but only some games which have reward, you will pay fee by yourself). After that you will take cable car back the foot and transfer back to your hotel in Hoi An. Overnight at hotel.

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 1 person is US$ 143/person

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 2 people is US$ 105/person

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 3 – 6 people is US$ 96/person

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 7 – 10 people is US$ 79/person 

Inclusion: Transport, English Speaking Guide, Cable Car, Lunch, Entrance Fees, Mineral Water.

Exclusion: Insurance, drinks, personal expenses, Tip for guide & driver

What to bring: Sunglasses, hat, good shoes for walking, camera, umbrella & other personal needs.

Inclusion: Transport, English Speaking guide, Entrance fees, Lunch, Cable Car & Mineral water.

O/N in Hoi An.

DAY 7: HOIAN – DANANG– FLIGHT TO HANOI (B/-/-)

Breakfast at hotel. You have free time by your own to have more experience in HOIAN until transfer to the Danang airport to catch a flight to Hanoi

FLIGHT TRANSFER

On arrival at Noi Bai Airport, you are met by our guide and transferred to hotel.

Tonight, there will be a “water puppet show” arranged for you to attend. Water puppetry “puppets that dance on water” is a tradition that dates back as far as the 11th century when it originated in the villages of the Red River Delta area of northern Vietnam. Today’s Vietnamese water puppetry is a unique variation on the ancient Asian puppet tradition. 

O/N in Hanoi.

DAY 8: HA NOI- BAI TU LONG BAY-KAYAKING-VUNG VIENG FISHING VILLAGE (/L/D)

08:00: You will be picked you up at your hotel

11:30 Ready at Athena check-in lounge

12:00 Boarding time.

13:00 Check-in your cabin.

13:15 The Cruise Manager will give a welcome speech with all the cruise information and Safety instructions.

13:30 Enjoy the Buffet Lunch with the best products of the Bay.

14:45 Visit the Vung Vieng Floating fishing village by kayak or bamboo boat

15:30-16:30 If you want to relax on the boat instead of participating in other activities feel free to use our sauna for no extra cost.

16:30 Relaxing time: the right moment for a massage or to take some pictures of the spectacular sunset in the bay.

17:00-18.30 Happy Hour: buy 01 get 01 drink

17:30 The Cooking Demonstration is waiting for you to discover the secrets of Vietnamese Cuisine

19:00 Dinner is ready in the restaurant. Fill your senses with a selection of Western fusion food and Vietnamese traditional dishes.

21:00 Enjoy the Squid Fishing activity. Free time on the boat. The bar is open late to serve you.

Overnight at Cong Do Area

DAY 09: BAI TU LONG BAY-THIEN CANH SON CAVE- HA NOI (B/L)

06:30 Practice one of the oldest traditions of East Asia: Tai Chi – A beautiful and relaxing experience on the open deck. Tea and coffee are served.

07:00 Light breakfast is served.

07:30 Explore Thien Canh Son cave in Ha Long Bay. Witness its beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. Note: there are about 200 steps to get up to the cave.

09:00 Check out time. Please put your luggage outside the cabin and the key at the reception desk. Our staff will transfer your luggage to our lounge for you. Bill settlement at the reception desk.

09:30 Brunch is served at the restaurant on the 2nd deck.

10:45 The boat arrives at the pier. In Vietnam, we never say “Goodbye” we always say “See you again”

16:00: Arrive in Hanoi. End of the trip!

O/N in Hanoi.

NOTICE: WIFI CONNECTION IS AVAILABLE ON BOARD BUT HAS LIMITED INTERNET CONNECTIVITY THROUGHOUT THE ITINERARY DUE TO THE SEA AND THE KARST LIMESTONES AND MOUNTAINS BLOCKING THE SIGNAL FROM THE SATELLITES. PLEASE TAKE THIS INTO YOUR CONSIDERATION.

* INCLUDES

• Welcome cocktail
• Ha Long Bay tour permit, entrance fees and sightseeing fees.
• Accommodation in luxury air-conditioned cabin
• Full board meals: 01 lunch, 01 dinner, 01 breakfast,01 brunch
• Sauna facility from 15.30pm -16.30pm
• Kayak service
• Water, tea and fresh fruit in the cabin.
• Taxes and service charges
• Insurance on-board

* EXCLUDES

• Bamboo rowing boat (50,000vnd/ pax; upon your request)
• Beauty spa services • Other beverages, tips and personal expenses
• Surcharge on Christmas 24/12; New Year 31/12.
• All other services that not clearly mentioned

* REMARK:

• Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels, and operating conditions. Swimming or kayaking excursions may be canceled due to poor weather. Unused services are not subject to a refund.
• Meals onboard are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood & international. Guests should provide us with any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least 3 days prior to the departure date.
• Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by the port authority.
• Elderly people, people with physical health problem or kids who cannot use kayaking and need to use a bamboo boat are free of charge.

DAY 10: HANOI HALF-DAY WALKING TOUR (B)

After having breakfast at hotel, you will be picked up at hotel to commence our walking tour to visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex, which contains the mausoleum of the nation’s founder Ho Chi Minh, the Presidential Palace and the Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts. Close to this complex is the One Pillar Pagoda, whose origins date back to the foundation of city. We follow it with a visit to the Temple of Literature, which is well known as the first university of Vietnam. Later on, we will take a visit at Ngoc Son Temple on the way you return to the hotel.

Optional Tour 1: HANOI STREET FOOD

At 11:30/ 18.00, our tour guide will welcome you at your hotel lobby, then start the tour to Hanoi Old Quarter “36 streets” to visit some famous and specialized- food families or stalls/ local restaurants, shops where they run their business everyday, certainly you will watch and taste some particular dishes, we can customize vegetarian or special food too.

Special thing that tour guide would like to introduce some popular authentic food in lovely mini restaurants (not luxury restaurants) where you feel comfortable to sit down and enjoy some favorite dishes and nice drinks too.

It’s interesting to hear from tour guide about the history of the old quarter in Hanoi, it is thousand years old and today retains much of the old flavor that made the area special in earlier times, each street was the exclusive domain of one trade (guilds) so there are whole streets of blacksmiths, silver shops, paper shops, headstone makers and more. Originally there were just 36 streets in the old quarter but today there are more than 50 streets.

It is very difficult to find some local food stalls and mini restaurants on your own in hidden alleys and sidewalks, certainly the best way to make it easy is joining with us, taking part in this special tour to learn about Vietnamese cuisine, culture, people and language.

After all, Food on Foot Tour will give you an unique experience to try the foods of the local Hanoi people, we ensure the food is handled hygienically and provide a comfortable venue for the tastings. The benefit also goes back to the vendors or restaurants/ families as we buy directly from them.

At 14h30/ 21.00, our tour guide say goodbye to you, and will help you order taxi or show you direction back your hotel.

See you again!

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 1 person: US$ 45/person

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 2 people: US$ 35/person

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 3 – 6 people: US$ 30/person

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 7 – 10 people: US$ 25/person 

Inclusions: English speaking tour guide, hotel pick-up in Hanoi old quarter, authentic food (not seafood), drinks.

Optional Tour 2:

THE RED RIVER Luxury Jade Cruise SUNSET DINNER 16.30-20.00

Jade of River Cruise moves from Chuong Duong Do wharf through historic and ancient bridges such as Chuong Duong, Long Bien bridge and anchors next to Nhat Tan bridge for you to have dinner, watch the shimmering beauty of the bridge and the romantic Red River. With a 3-hour cruise, Jade of River will give you an opportunity to immerse themselves in admiring the beauty of the historic bridges and the charming Red River. It will be a memorable trip that will be worth every penny.

16:30 – 17:00 Pick up at your hotel in center Hanoi or meeting point.

17:00 Cruise departs from Chuong Duong Do wharf, admire the beauty of the sunset on the Red River and take pictures with every impressive angle.

18:00 Serving outdoor BBQ party.

19:00 Live music performance will bring you Acoustic music in harmony with the fresh and charming natural scenery of the river.

20:00 Cruise docked at Chuong Duong Do, ending the tour. Bus takes you back to the starting point.

Price from Monday to Thursday: 65USD per person

Price from Friday to Sunday: 70USD per person

Including

• Enjoy the trip on Jade of River, a high-end day cruise with a jacuzzi.
• A buffet as listed in the itinerary.
• Professional tour guide
• Live music
• Complimentary drinks such as soft drinks, beer, and juice.
• Complimentary limousine pick-up and drop-off service (within a 10-kilometer radius)

Children’s policy

• Children aged under 5: Free of charge.
• Children between the ages 5 to 11: 50% of the adult rate.
• Children aged from and above 12 will be charged as adults.
• O/N in Hanoi.

DAY 11: HANOI – FLIGHT TO LUANG PRABANG (B/)

After breakfast, you are free till the time our guide & driver pick you up to Noi Bai airport for a departure flight to Luang Prabang.

Your expert guide will meet you at Luang Prabang International Airport while your private transportation brings you directly to your chosen hotel.

Overnight in Luang Prabang.

DAY 12: LUANG PRABANG CITY TOUR (B)

AM: Early Morning Devotions

(~05.30 – 07:00)

Rise early to witness one of the most magical and timeless scenes of Southeast Asia: hundreds of monks processing through the streets of Luang Prabang accepting offerings of food from the local residents and businesses. Rising early also gives the chance to wander through the fresh market on the way back to the hotel for breakfast.

(~08.30 – 11:30)

Return to the UNESCO protected city centre to appreciate its unspoiled Laotian-colonial fusion architecture, taking in notable Buddhist temples: Wat Xiengthong, with its traditional roofs sweeping low to the ground, the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun, Wat Sene, the city’s oldest temple, and the shrines of Wat Aham and Wat Mai. Finish at the Royal Palace Museum.

O/N in Luang Prabang.

DAY 13: LUANG PRABANG (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. You might like to take our optional tours as below:

Optional Tour 1:  Mekong Cruise to Pak Ou Caves + Khouangsi falls

(~08.30 – 13:00)

After a leisurely breakfast at your hotel, cruise away from the city with a boat trip on the mighty Mekong. Meander up the Mekong to the junction with the Nam Ou river, and the site of the Pak Ou caves. Explore these shrines carved into the cliff face before returning by road at Ban Xanhg Hai village. Along the way, visit the typical Lao villages at Ban Xangkhong and Ban Xienglek, well known for its hand-made Jute Sar paper.

PM: Khouangsi Falls

(~14:00 – 17:30)

After lunch at a local restaurant (included) drive to the beautiful waterfalls of Tat Khouangsi.  Below the 90m drop of the main cascade are a series of pools, connected by smaller falls and cascades. At low water levels the water is an unbelievable turquoise, and swimming in the lower pools is a great way to cool off in the afternoon.

On the walk through the forest to the falls, you will also pass the Free the Bears project – home to a group of rescued Asiatic Black (Moon) Bears and one Malayan Sun Bear.  In the early afternoon they are often searching for food hidden in their enriched environment enclosures.  Or they may just be sleeping! The route home gives the opportunity to stop at the villages of some of the (over 100) different Lao ethnic groups at Ban Ou, Ban Ouay and Ban Thapene.

Prices per person:

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 1 person is US$ 206/person

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 2 people is US$ 120/person

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 3 – 6 people is US$ 100person

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 7 – 10 people is US$ 96/person 

Including services: Private vehicle, ESG, Entrée fee, Boat cruise to Pak Ou, Lunch, LNTA taxes, water & tissue on tour

Excluding services: other meals, personal expenses, services not mentioned in the inclusive portion

Optional Tour 2: Half Day Easy Jungle Trek, village, boat, and waterfall

(~08:30 – 14:30)

Meet your local English speaking guide then transfer about 40 minutes to the Tiger Trail Adventure Camp on the banks of the Nam Khan River.  Cross the river by long boat then begin an easy 1.5-2 hour trek through beautiful jungle canopy. 

Stop to explore a large, traditional Khmu village nestled in jungle laden mountains.  You may enjoy lunch here or wait until reaching the waterfall depending on time and preference of your group.

Continue trekking down to the Tad Sae Waterfall where you may explore and swim (seasonal as the waterfall is dry February to July).

Finally, board a long boat again for a short cruise downriver and then on to a vehicle for return to Luang Prabang city.  Return approximately 2:00 p.m. depending on conditions and hiking speeds.  

Prices per person:

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 1 person is US$ 198person

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 2 people is US$ 110/person

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 3 – 6 people is US$ 94person

=> The tour price applied to a private group of 7 – 10 people is US$ 83/person

Included

• All transfers to/from trekking area
• English speaking guides with license
• Drinking water
• Entrance fees and permissions
• Fair Trek Project village fund payments
• Village Trekking

O/N in Luang Prabang.

DAY 14: LUANG PRABANG – DEPARTURE (B/-/-)

After breakfast, you will be at leisure until transferred to the airport for your onward flight

End of Services!!!

* International/Domestic flight’s tickets will be booked separately upon request.

Note: All tour prices exclude all surcharges for Christmas and New Year period

*3 Star Hotels in use:

• Saigon: AT ME GUSTA METROPOINT Hotel (Premier Room) https://megustas.vn/ or similar ones
• Hanoi: Hanoi Boutique Hotel (Superior room) http://www.hanoiboutiquehotel.vn/en-us similar ones
• Athena Cruise 21 Cabins (Executive Cabin) or similar ones https://athenacruise.com/itineraries/2-days-1-night-cruise/
• Hoi An: RIVER SUITES HOI AN HOTEL Deluxe City/Pool-(Queen/Twin bed) www.riversuiteshoian.com

or ROYAL RIVERSIDE HOI AN HOTEL – Deluxe City (Queen/Twin bed) Website: www.royalriversidehoian.com

• Luang Prabang: Villa Chitdara (Superior) or similar ones

*4 Star Hotels in use:

• Saigon: M Boutique Hotel (Deluxe Room) or similar millenniumboutiquehotel.com/
• Hoi AnHOI AN BEACH RESORT – Deluxe garden view
• Hanoi: LUCIEN HANOI HOTEL (Classic room) No.2 Cau Go Alley, Hang Bac Ward, Hanoi, Vietnam www.lucienhanoihotel.com or Tirant Hotel Hanoi (Deluxe room)   www.tiranthotel.com
• Halong Bay: Athena Cruise 21 Cabins (Executive Cabin) or similar ones https://athenacruise.com/itineraries/2-days-1-night-cruise/
•  Luang Prabang: Villa Maydou (Deluxe Pool View room) ****      www.villamaydou.com

* Inclusive of above prices:

• Transportation in private with air-condition
• Accommodation in Double/Twin shared room
• Overnight cruise in Halong Bay with a free bottle of wine
• Seat-in-coach transfer Hanoi – Halong – Hanoi
• Local English speaking guides
• Entrance fee at indicated sights
• Saigon – Cu Chi Tunnel Private Tour, Mekong Group Tour, Private Hanoi walking tour, Private Luang Prabang City Tour
• Free foot massage at Spa in Hanoi
• Water Puppet Tickets in Hanoi
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch & D = Dinner
• Gov’t tax and service charge
• Luggage handling and drinking water

* Exclusive of above prices:

• Visa stamping fee on arrival
• Travel Insurance in all kinds
• Single room (quoted separately)
• Other foreign language guide
• Peak tourist season or special event rates
• Tip, drinks and other personal expenses
• International & Domestic flights