Vibrant Vietnam
The custom of tipping varies widely between countries, but it is usually the standard of service that determines tips. Tipping is especially common in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and certain other major cities. Most workers in Asia earn low wages, and tips are their only way of making extra money. Vietnam’s official currency is the Vietnam dong, but US dollars are accepted at most places, and can also be used for tips. If you’re on a tour with a guide & driver, and you feel they’ve really done a good job of making your trip memorable, then a tip of $3-5/person/day (for both guide & driver) is reasonable. However, if the service is indifferent or unremarkable, give them nothing. So that the Tipping encourages the tour guide and driver so much. They do a great job, you will have a great time to travel.
| Destination |
Hanoi,Da Nang,Halong Bay. |
| Departure |
Yes Required |
| Included |
- Stay in Super Deluxe Hotels
- The accommodation in twin/double basis with breakfast
- Experienced English speaking guide
- All entrance fee and sightseeing tickets as listed
- Delicious meals with local food and tastes as listed (others are upon your request)
- Air-conditioned transfer during the whole tour
- Complimentary 1 bottle of water each day
- Service charges and government, 24/7 supporting service
- Domestic Flights From Hanoi to Danang Included
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| Excluded |
- Meals, Beverages which are not specified in the program
- Personal travel insurance, personal expenses
- Tips to driver and tour guide. ($3-5/person/day for both guide and driver)
- Visa arrangement
- Bank fee
- Other not mentioned in INCLUSION
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 We’d be happy to discuss how the package can be customized as per your requirement and provide a personalized quote. |
Details
Embark on an unforgettable exploration of Vietnam, a Southeast Asian nation brimming with cultural charm, captivating natural beauty, and a rich historical tapestry, with Samantha Travel World's expertly curated package. This itinerary promises an immersive experience, showcasing the country's vibrant cities, serene landscapes, and ancient wonders.
- Welcome to Vietnam: after long time on airplane, you will reach Vietnam – the S-shaped land,where 54 different ethnic minorities inhabited.
In the morning
- On your arrival in the Noi Bai International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our guide and driver then transfer you to a local restaurant by noon.
- Early check in up on request (Have extra fee).
In the afternoon
- After saving your energy with lunch, let’s get ready for upcoming sightseeing this
afternoon.
- You will firstly leave for the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, which focuses on the 54
officially recognized ethnic groups in Vietnam.
- It is estimated to be 2 hours at the museum then you will be transferred back to the Old
Quarter and visit the Hoan Kiem Lake
- Finally, you will visit Dong Xuan market - the largest wholesale market in the North.
Built in the 1889s, The market has since become a famous attraction for traders in the
old days and tourists in the modern time. The place is not only a busy trade center for
daily necessity, but also a witness to the national defense history of Vietnamese
soldiers, and a pride of Hanoi residents.
- Meals included: Lunch
- Parameter: Airport – hotel: 30 km/Driving: 45 minutes
- Today useful note(s): wearing formal clothes (cover your knees and shoulders) to visit some
spiritual/cultural sites
In the morning
- At 09:00, our tour guide and driver will meet you at your hotel and you will leave Hanoi
for Ninh Binh - your destination today
- The first visit in this legend area is Hoa Lu, the capital of Dai Co Viet (an old name of
Vietnam). Being the capital of the first fundamental Government of Vietnam, Hoa Lu
witnessed many important historical events: the union of Vietnam after “12 Lords
Rebellion”, the war with the Song dynasty, the defense against the ancient Cambodian,
and the formation of Hanoi nowadays
In the afternoon
- After lunch, you will be rowed along the Ngo Dong River to visit Tam Coc, which makes
for a truly unforgettable experience, passing between towering limestone peaks.
- Enormous limestone karsts jut out from the green rice fields giving rise to this place’s
other name, “Halong Bay on land”.
- Optional activities in leisure time (entrance fee or bicyle rent are paid by your own)
- Option 1: Bicycle: Proceed a cycling along country lane to enjoy the beautiful scenery of
lush paddy fields and discover real countryside of Vietnam.
- Option 2: Mua Cave: Arrive at Mua Cave, the most beautiful place to view in Ninh Binh,
which is considered as “miniature Great Wall” of Vietnam, hiking to the peak of Mua cave,
you will see whole Tam Coc landscape and Ninh Binh city.
- Your tour will come to the end at around 16:30 then you will be transferred to your hotel
in Hanoi
- Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/
- Parameter: Hanoi – Ninh Binh: 100 km/Driving: 2 hours – Boat trip: 1.5 hour
- Overnight in Hanoi
In the morning
- 08:30 You will be picked up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and transferred to
Ha Long by private car.
- 11:30-12:00 Upon arrival at Tuan Chau International Cruise Port, you will enjoy a
warm welcome from our cruise staff in the waiting lounge and complete the check-in
procedure.
- In the afternoon
- 12:30 Upon boarding Le Journey Premium Cruise, our crew welcome you with a
refreshing drink and cold towel before checking into your cabin. The vessel leaves Tuan Chau Marina, taking you on an exciting journey to discover the beauty of Ha
Long Bay. Along the way, you can enjoy the view of some of the most beautiful spots
in Ha Long and admire the grandeur of the Bay with thousands of limestone islands
while the vessel heads to Surprising Cave.
- Enjoy your lunch at our luxurious restaurant on board while the vessel cruises
toward Surprising Cave.
- 14:45 Explore the Surprising Cave – the most beautiful cave in Halong Bay.
- After that, we will take you to visit Titop Island – swimming, climbing up to the Top
of the Island – take the best view of Ha Long Bay in the Summer time.
- 17:30-18:00 Back on board, you will participate in a Sunset Party & Cooking Class
while the vessel cruises toward the shore. You can enjoy relaxing moments while
sipping a cup of traditional Vietnamese tea or coffee on the sundeck amid wonderful
scenery and beautiful sunset. Ha Long Bay is calm during the day, but when the sun
goes down, the Bay becomes even more tranquil and peaceful.
- You will be instructed to make delicious Fresh Spring rolls by our chef and then
enjoy the rolls made on your own.
- Happy hour – BUY 2 DRINK GET 1 FOR FREE (cocktails, mocktails…)
- 19:00-20:00 Enjoy your dinner on the Sundeck (if the weather is favorable)
- After dinner, you will enjoy a peaceful view of the Bay at night on the deck. Enjoying
music and some drinks at Sky Bar while admiring the breathtaking view of the Bay
at night or squid fishing.
- The cruise ship anchors for your peaceful night stay in quiet area
- Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
- Parameter: Hanoi – Halong: 180km/Driving: 2.5 hours on highway
- Overnight on cruise
In the morning
- 06:45-07:30 Have breakfast on board while the boat starts cruising to the Natural
Preservation Area
- 07:45-09:00 Kayaking to explore Luon Cave. If you are lucky, you can catch great
photos of mischievous monkeys jigging up and down around the cliffs
- 09:30 Check-out time.
- Please put your luggage outside your cabin and leave the room key at the reception
desk. Our staff will transfer your luggage to the waiting area. While waiting, you can
shop for some products of Le Journey Premium Cruise.
- 10:00 Enjoy an early lunch at the restaurant on the 2nd floor and settle the bills if
any.
- 11:00 Arrival at Tuan Chau Marina. The trip ends.
- Thank you for using the service of Le Journey Premium Cruise.
- We look forward to welcoming you again on our cruise.
In the afternoon
- 12:00: Get on the car to get back to Hanoi then transfer to Noi Bai Airport for your flight
to Danang
- Flight suggestion: VN169 HAN/DAD 16.45/18.15
- On your arrival, warmest welcomed by our tour guide then transfer to Hoian.
Overnight in Da Nang
- Meals included: Breakfast/Brunch.
- Parameter: Halong - Hanoi: 180km/ Driving: 2.5 hours on highway
In the morning
- At 09:00, our tour guide will pick you up at your hotel and start riding your bicycle to Cam
Thanh village, you board the boat to visit Bay Mau coconut water forest - about 7 hectares,
surrounded by mangrove forests, canals, houses covered by coconut water leaf.
- You have chance to rowing basket boats with the locals and will be immersed in the
natural beauty of the nipa palm forest. You can get some loveable handmade souvenirs
made from nipa palm leaves such as hats, watches, rings….
- Go back to the family for a relaxing foot massage with medicinal herbs, traditional
therapeutic practice and preparing lunch together his family with specialties in Hoi An.
Then, you will taste the dishes prepared by yourself
- Lunch time: 12:30 – 01:30 p.m in local house with many local delicacies including Tam Huu
spring roll, Banh xeo or the local pancake of the people from the middle region.
In the afternoon
- After your lunch and the exertions of the morning, you will take an even more traditional
Vietnamese post-prandial nap before learning how to harvest and wrap the vegetables.
- At around 03:00 p.m, riding back to Hoi An town and you will start discovering this
World Heritage site.
- You will be introduced about many delights of Hoi An. From expert dressmakers and
tailors, who will craft a complete outfit for you in a couple of days, to a dawn photo trip
along the river or from a fun visit to Hoi An Local Market then following small alleys to
see the Chinese Assembly Hall, the famous Japanese Covered Bridge and Tan Ky Ancient
House and the China Town in the other side of the canal, you’ll find yourself miss that
one-of-a-kind port town in every single road of your ahead travel.
- At around 05:00 p.m, the tour will come to the end and you will ride back to your hotel
for your own free time afterward.
- Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch
Today useful note(s):
- Wearing suitable clothes to join some farming activities
- If you cannot ride a bike, private car will be used
In the morning
- At 09:00 after breakfast, you will be met by our guide and hop on our private car to head
to Ba Na hills.
• Spend your time on the most modern Cable Car in Southeast Asia, visit Dream Stream
Cable Car Station and see the panorama of Quang Nam - Danang City on high.
• After finishing the first cable car, you will visit The Golden Bridge - which has the most
exotic structure and also the world's most prominent pedestrian bridges highlighted by
the British Guard newspaper, Le Jardin D’amourn (consists of 9 gardens), Linh Ung
pagoda.
• Continue the 2nd Cable Car, to visit the French Village - enjoy Street Music, watch Art’s
statue, Campanile, Nine Floor Goddess Shrine, Tombstone Temple, Watch Carnival
Performance Show, Square Du Dome...Challenge the most popular adventure ride - Slide
of Tube Car (free ride) …
• At noon time, you will have buffet lunch in the restaurant.
- In the afternoon
• Participating in the Flower Festival has become a distinctive tradition at Ba Na Hills,
marking each passing season. After a delightful lunch, visitors are invited to immerse
themselves in the mesmerizing beauty of thousands of flowers meticulously arranged to
form a magnificent display right at the main entrance. The enchanting sight unfolds as the
flowers come together to create an expansive and captivating flower carpet within the Le
Jardin D'Amour garden.
- Around 16:15, you will then be taken back to your hotel to relax.
- Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch
- Overnight in Danang
- Today is your free day to explore this beautiful town by your way and enjoy crystal beach there.
- Meals included: Breakfast/
- Overnight in Da Nang
- Breakfast at hotel and free your own leisure till your departure flight by transfer to airport with
- our guide and driver.
- Meals included: Breakfast
