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There are so
many choices of activities and services in Vietnam that you
may become quite confused about what to do and what to leave
for another time. Vietnam Spirit Travel would like to list
some of the highlight activities that we think you should try
while travelling in Vietnam....
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Vietnam Overview
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15 days
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HIGHLIGHTS
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Hanoi’s beautiful colonial streets
* Boat cruise in spectacular Halong Bay and Cat Ba Island
* Colourful seaport city of Hai Phong
* Overnight train to Sapa
* Sapa hilltribes and short treks
* Imperial city of Hue
* The historical trading town of Hoi An
* The dynamic and vibrant city of Saigon and the tunnels of Cu Chi.
* Homestay on the quiet backwaters of Mekong Delta
BRIEF ITINERARY
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1 Hanoi
The capital of Vietnam is a charming
city, famous for its beautiful lakes, shaded boulevards and
beautiful public parks. The city centre reflects the former
colonial French and Buddhist influences along with the more
modern aspects of South East Asia.
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2-3 Halong Bay junk overnight, Cat Ba Island
Cruise among the stunning limestone
islands, enjoy a delicious seafood meal, take a dip in the
salty green waters of the bay and lose yourself on the
blissful island of Cat Ba
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4-5 Hai Phong
A large port located near a major
international maritime line. For hundreds of years, the
Chinese, Japanese, French, Spanish, and Portuguese have been
coming here to trade. Nowadays, it is still a commercial
centre, an industrial city and an important transportation
hub.
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6-7 Sapa
The former French hill station is
world's away from the rest of Vietnam. Friendly Blue H'mong
and the shy Red Dzao roam the streets of town, selling their
wares. The mountain air is crisp and clean and the views are
spectacular
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8-9 Hue
Founded as a royal city in 1687, Hue
is the gateway to the treasures of Vietnam's royal past. The
city is widely known for the magnificent architecture of its
citadels, palaces, royal tombs, pagodas and temples built
under the Nguyen dynasty.
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10-11 Hoi An
Up into the clouds as we drive over
Hai Van Pass and down into the famous China Beach, The
laid-back riverside town of Hoi An exudes a timeless air. Be
tempted by the many tailor shops, art galleries and fantastic
local restaurants, or head out into the countryside on a
bicycle.
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12 Sai Gon (Ho Chi Minh City)
A dynamic city where old meets new,
where ancient pagodas mingle with French influenced cafes and
colourful markets contrast with emotive museums. Just walk
your way past the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral
and War Remnants Museum.
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13-14 Mekong Delta Homestay and Cu Chi Tunnels
Enjoy a halfday visit to the famous
Cu Chi Tunnels and head south to the Mekong Delta. Here the
mighty river splits into a labyrinth of channels before
disgorging into the South China Sea. Spend the day exploring
the area by boat and on foot. Join a local family for a great
chance to experience the real life in the delta.
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15 Sai Gon
Bach to the bustle of Sai Gon there
is no end to the possibilities. Sights to see, souvenirs to be
bargained for and all manner of delicacies to be consumed.
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DESCRIPTION
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travel
style: Independent
If you're looking for something different (perhaps group travel isn't for you), an Independent adventure could be just the thing. These private itineraries will take you to a new level of personal experience and self discovery. Transport and accommodation are provided and to give you maximum flexibility, inclusions vary from trip to trip - please check the trip notes for full details.
group size
N/A as this trip is on
a private basis.
accommodation & meal inclusions
10 nights hotel, 1
night homestay, 2 nights sleeper train, 1 night on board junk
boat
Hanoi: Army
Hotel
Meals included: breakfast
Halong Bay: Junk
boat
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Cat Ba Island: Holiday
View Hotel
Meals included: breakfast
Hai Phong: Huu
Nghi Hotel
Meals included: breakfast
Sapa overnight
Train
Meals included: none
Sa Pa: Chau
Long Hotel
Meals included: breakfast
Hue: Asia
Hotel
Meals included: breakfast
Hoi An: Hoi
An Beach Resort
Meals included: breakfast
Ho Chi Minh City: Huong
Sen Hotel
Meals included: breakfast
Mekong Delta: Homestay
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
*Note: This trip operates on a twin share basis (two single
beds in one room) except when we are in a home-stay where we
are one big happy family. Single supplements are only
applicable to single travellers who wish to have their own
room.
transport
Ha Noi – Ha Long:
coach or minibus
Ha Long – Cat Ba island:
junk boat
Cat Ba island – Hai Phong:
hydrofoil
Ha Noi – Sa Pa and return:
night train
Ha Noi – Hue:
flight
Hue – Hoi An:
coach or minibus
Hoi An – Sai Gon:
flight
Sai Gon – Mekong delta – Cu Chi tunnels:
coach or minibus and boat
included activities
Entrance to Halong Bay caves, boat cruise, lunch on
boat, city tour in Hai Phong, Sapa hilltribe trekking, Perfume
River boat cruise and entrance to Citadel and Emperor's tomb -
Hue, Mekong Delta boat trip and homestay, entrance to Cu Chi
Tunnels
physical rating: easy*
Your itinerary includes
an easy paced trekking of about 2 hours in Sapa on hilly
terrain, in conditions that are likely to be hot and muggy.
Tour includes:
* Local English speaking guide the whole trip
*Accommodation with daily breakfast, entrance fees, meals,
transportation, and sightseeing excursions as itinerary.
* Arrival transfer
Tour excludes:
* Visa costs
* Drinks, tips, laundry and other items of a personal nature.
* International flights
* Departure transfers
* Meals other than those listed
* Travel insurance
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PRICING INFO
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Tour
cost: US $1105 per person in the party of 2
Extra accommodation
Start of tour: Ha Noi
Single
room: 40 US$
Double\Twin room: 45 US$
End
of tour: Sai Gon
Single
room: 40 US$
Double\Twin room: 45US$
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