Vietnam Family Holiday 18 Days / 17 Nights

Depart From: Hanoi
Depart Time: Daily
Type of Tour: Private
Duration: 18 Days
End in: Ho Chi Minh

Overview

Date	Destination	Meal
Day 1	Hanoi Arrival	N/A
Day 2	Hanoi City Tour	B, L
Day 3	Hanoi – Halong Bay	B, L, D
Day 4	Halong Bay – Hanoi –Danang - Hoian	B, L
Day 5	Hoian – Tra Que Village	B, L
Day 6	Hoi An Tour	B, L
Day 7	Hoian – Danang – Nha Trang	B
Day 8	Nha Trang Cruise Tour	B, L
Day 9	Nha Trang City Tour	B, L
Day 10	Nha Trang Free time	B
Day 11	Nha Trang – Ho Chi Minh City	B
Day 12	Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels	B, L
Day 13	Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta – My Tho – Can Tho	B, L
Day 14	Can Tho – Phu Quoc Island	B, L
Day 15	Phu Quoc Island	B, L
Day 16	Phu Quoc Island free time	B
Day 17	Phu Quoc Island – Ho Chi Minh City	B
Day 18	Ho Chi Minh City	B

You will begin in the capital city of Hanoi where you will be introduced to a rich tapestry of people, food, history and culture. You’ll make your way east to the beautiful and tranquil Halong Bay where you’ll cruise on turquoise seas through breath-taking natural scenery. Next you’ll travel to the ancient city of Hoian, full of history and timeworn temples. In Nha Trang you can relax on sun-kissed beaches or snorkle with jewel-toned fish as they dart through a forest of coral.

From there you’ll head to old Ho Chi Minh where you’ll have an opportunity to explore the war tunnels of Cu Chi, drift down the mighty Mekong River, and immerse yourself in the vibrant heart of the south. Your last stop will be to the pristine beaches of Phu Quoc Island, with white sands and perfect waters there’s no better end to an incredible holiday.

Flexible Itinerary

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Day 1: Hanoi Arrival

Activities: When you arrive at the Noi Bai International airport you’ll be met at the baggage claim by our friendly guide. Just look for the sign with our Trekking Ha Giang logo and your name. We’ll get you to your hotel and see that you’re comfortable, plus we’ll give you an introduction to the city at the same time. Then the rest of the day is yours to settle in, relax, and explore the area. Hanoi is Vietnam’s capital city and home to seven million people. Traditional and refined with French colonial architecture, tree-lined boulevards, scenic lakes and a bustling Old Quarter, Hanoi has a sophisticated charm. Observe locals practicing Tai Chi by the lake, with barbers and food vendors plying their sidewalk trade.

Meals: N/A

Included:

Plane

Tour Guide

HaNoi Hotel

Day 2: Hanoi City Tour

Activities: You’ll have your breakfast at the hotel and then the local tour guide will pick you up to take you into the capital city of Vietnam. Hanoi is over 1,000 years old and during your day tour you’ll get to explore many of its fascinating cultural and historical sites. You’ll visit the imposing Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum where the preserved body of “Uncle Ho” has been laid to rest, the delicate One Pillar Pagoda, Tran Quoc Temple and the Quan Thanh Pagoda. After lunch you can go to the Temple of Literature where you’ll get to see ancient Vietnamese relics, then take a cyclo tour in 1 hour through the bustling and exciting Old Quarter to explore marketplace shops and foods. You’ll end your day with a show at the water puppet theater – a beautifully unique cultural performance from northern Vietnam.

Meals: B, L

Included:

Car

Tour Guide

HaNoi Hotel

Day 3: Hanoi – Halong Bay

Activities: We’ll pick you up in Hanoi by 8:00am and drive through the verdant Red River Delta to make our way to the famous UNESCO World Heritage site, Halong Bay. You’ll board a luxury junk ship for an overnight cruise– while you relax on-board you can marvel at the incredible limestone karsts that jut out of the sea and the thousands of jungle-covered islands that seem to float on the waves. The turquoise waters of the Gulf of Tonkin swirl around hidden grottoes and ancient caves to create an enchanting, timeless world. We’ll serve you a fresh seafood lunch while you sit back and relax as you enjoy the incredible view with a drink in your hand. We’ll take you to a traditional fishing village where the locals have created an entire town on the decks of their boats, then you can explore Tien Ong Cave before returning to the cruise for cocktails, canapés, and a spectacular sunset. End your day with a romantic, candlelit dinner.

Meals: B, L, D

Included:

Cruise

Tour Guide

Sleep on cruise

Day 4: Halong Bay – Hanoi –Danang - Hoian

Activities: Begin the day with a Tai Chi class on deck in the early morning mist or just admire the beautiful scenery as the sun rises over the azure waters. Choose between an excursion to a secluded island with a sandy beach for a swim or join the chef for a cooking demonstration to learn more about Vietnamese cuisine. Enjoy a leisurely brunch while your junk cruises Halong Bay, passing islets and caves as you make your way back to the dock. Your driver will meet you when you disembark and transfer you to Noi Bai airport for your flight to Danang. When you arrive in Danang, we’ll pick you up and transfer you to your hotel. Hoi An was a prosperous port from the 16th to 19th centuries trading with merchants from China, Japan, India, Indonesia and Europe who came to buy silk, spices and porcelain. Hoi An’s UNESCO World Heritage Old Quarter is beautifully preserved with ornate pagodas, antique trading houses and old tile-roofed shops. It is a rich architectural fusion of Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese and European styles. Many of the historic buildings lining the canals and pedestrian streets have been converted into art galleries, boutique restaurants, bars and cafes. Hoi An is surrounded by attractive countryside with traditional farming and fishing, and by sandy beaches with modern seaside resorts.

Meals: B, L

Included:

Plane

Tour Guide

Hoi An Hotel

Day 5: Hoian – Tra Que Village

Activities: Breakfast at your hotel. The local guide pick you up and ride bicycles to Tra Que Village. Arrive in Tra Que, take around the vegetable village and join in the daily activities with local farmer there. Then continue to take bicycles along De Vong River to Hoi An Beach wharlf. Embark on the boat to Cua Dai sand dune , enjoy casting net show and learn how to cast net by local fisher man. Continue to Cam Thanh Water coconut village , have a brief introduce to the history there. Take on the basket boat along the water coconut river, Fisherman will teach you how to catch the crabs ( 02 paxs/ boat ). Divide group into 2 teams for basket boat racing and catching crabs. There will be a lovely present for winner. Embark on the boat, enjoy the folk songs show by local people there. Enjoy special local food such as pancake , Tam Huu spring roll , fried fish …After lunch, learn how to make funny tools by water coconut leaf. Continue to the accient town , experience the daily life of fisher man along Thu Bon River. Then return to hotel and free time for relaxing on Cua Dai Beach

Meals: B, L

Included:

Car

Tour Guide

Hoi An Hotel

Day 6: Hoi An Tour

Activities: Breakfast will be served at the hotel and afterwards you’ll explore the enchanting time-capsule town of Old Hoi An on a walking tour with your guide. Hoi An was a major sea port in Asia and it resulted in a fusion of style and culture that has been perfectly preserved. Wander traditional Chinese shops, luxurious French homes, and an ancient Japanese bridge. The town is home to silk markets, Vietnamese food stalls, and talented street performers– all of which are sure to charm you. Then spend the afternoon further exploring the town on your own or head down to Cua Dai Beach to relax.

Meals: B, L

Included:

Car

Tour Guide

Hoi An Hotel

Day 7: Hoian – Danang – Nha Trang

Activities: You’ll have the morning for a leisurely breakfast before we come to collect you and take you to Danang to catch a flight to Nha Trang. When you arrive in Nha Trang we’ll be there to pick you up and get you settled in your hotel. You’ll have free time in the afternoon to relax or begin to see the sites of Nha Trang. Nha Trang is relatively small and easy to find your way around and your guide can point you in the right direction regarding restaurants, bars and beach activities. If in doubt and you’re looking for a western style experience, head down to the classy Sailing Club restaurant, bar and nightclub on the beach. Run by an Australian, it’s a favourite among visitors.

Meals: B

Included:

Plane

Tour Guide

Nha Trang Hotel

Day 8: Nha Trang Cruise Tour

Activities: We’ll pick you up at your hotel and take you to Cua Da Port for a cruise around Nha Trang. The first stop will be to the beautiful Mieu Island where you can visit the Tri Nguyen Aquarium and see hundreds of colorul, strange, and other-worldy sea creatures that call the shores of Mieu home. The next stop will be Mun Island for snorkeling through a jungle of undersea coral with tropical fish that flash like silver. Our third stop will be either Mot, Tranh Beach, or “Mini Beach” island where you can lounge on the beach, rent a kayak, or go for a swim and we’ll have a picnic lunch. Afterwards we’ll make one last stop to a local fishing village. In the evening you can soak and relax at the Thap Ba Mud spa.

Meals: B, L

Included:

Cruise

Tour Guide

Nha Trang Hotel

Day 9: Nha Trang City Tour

Activities: After your breakfast the guide will take you to see the best spots in Nha Trang. You’ll visit the Vietnam Oceanographic Institute and Oceanography Museum, with its rich collection of sea creatures and interactive displays. Then on to the Long Son Pagoda, the French colonial Nha Trang Cathedral, Hon Chong Promontory Rocks and the Po Nagar Temple. The last stop of the day will be to the Dam Market to shop local foods and goods and experience the culture.

Meals: B, L

Included:

Car

Tour Guide

Nha Trang Hotel

Day 10: Nha Trang Free time

Activities: You have the day in Nha Trang to spend as you choose– you can head to the beach for a day by the sea or to take part in water sports, go to the spa and mud baths, or explore the markets.

Meals: B

Included:

N/A

Tour Guide

Nha Trang Hotel

Day 11: Nha Trang – Ho Chi Minh City

Activities: We’ll pick you up after breakast and take you to the airport for a flight to Ho Chi Minh City. After you arrive we’ll get you to your hotel and then you can spend the evening exploring the bustling city of Ho Chi Minh. Ho Chi Minh is a city that never sleeps and offers a plethora of great restaurants and bars catering to all tastes, from street food vendors to the rooftop bar at the Rex Hotel, where international correspondents covered the Vietnam War and where the U.S. military attaché’s press briefing was held daily and dubbed the “Five O’clock Follies”. Whatever your interests, be sure to ask your guide for personal recommendations.

Meals: B

Included:

Plane

Tour Guide

Ho Chi Minh Hotel

Day 12: Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels

Activities: We’ll pick you up in the morning and take you to the Cu Chi Tunnels, a major part of the Vietnam-American War and a fascinating day trip– explore the mysterious tunnels, find hidden doors and once-deadly traps. After lunch we’ll go back to HCMC and spend the afternoon either visiting the War Remnants Museum or the Presidential Palace, whichever you prefer. Then stroll around the city’s colonial streets in the evening to the Old Ho Chi Minh Post Office, Dong Khoi Street, Continental Hotel, Opera House and City Hall.

Meals: B, L

Included:

Car

Tour Guide

Ho Chi Minh Hotel

Day 13: Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta – My Tho – Can Tho

Activities: From Ho Chi Minh we’ll take a short drive through lush green rice fields into the Mekong Delta and the town of My Tho. We’ll stop to visit the Vinh Trang Pagoda and take a hand-rowed sampan boat down the mighty Mekong, drifting under the shade of coconut trees through the river’s natural canals. You’ll get to see wooden stilt houses, aromatic fruit plantations and traditional fishing villages built along the banks. At Tortoise Islet we’ll stop to have lunch in an orchard garden, then continue down the river to An Khang. If you’d like, we can take a short bicycle tour (you can apply for a private tour if time permits) and enjoy seasonal fruit, honey, and tea to the beautiful sounds of southern Vietnamese folk music performed by local musicians. In one of the small river villages you can taste delicious, hand-made coconut candies while you experience the idyllic rural lifestyle. In the evening we’ll head to Can Tho and make sure you’re comfortable in your hotel, then you can have some time to visit the bustling Can Tho Market.

Meals: B, L

Included:

Car

Tour Guide

Can Tho Hotel

Day 14: Can Tho – Phu Quoc Island

Activities: You’ll take a leisurely boat trip in the morning to explore the picturesque tributaries of the Lower Mekong river, then visit the vibrant Cai Răng floating market. See how the popular Vietnamese dish, rice vermicelli soup, is made and enjoy a delicious meal. Then we’ll take you to the airport for a flight to Phu Quoc island. We’ll pick you up when you arrive and take you to your hotel, then the afternoon is yours to relax on the famously beautiful island beach. Phu Quoc has a lot to offer. In addition to featuring its spectacular beach, this charming island is home to local villages whose way of life has remained unchanged over the span of generations. Excursions by jeep through the island’s interior reveal small neighborhoods where the famed Phu Quoc fish sauce is made, sprawling pepper plantations and dozens of tiny fishing hamlets.

Meals: B, L

Included:

Plane

Tour Guide

Phu Quoc Hotel

Day 15: Phu Quoc Island

Activities: We’ll pick you up after breakfast at your hotel and take you to cruise the twelve stunning southern islands off the coast of Phu Quoc. You’ll get to do some snorkeling and fishing at the three most beautiful spots on the islands and simply enjoy the pristine beaches and underwater coral reef kingdom. On board the ship we’ll serve you a fresh fruit platter while you lounge in the tropical sun and take in the gorgeous view. Before we head back to the dock on Phu Quoc we’ll take you to Bai Sao Beach, a hidden treasure, a perfect beach with white sands and turquoise waves– it’s the beach you’ll be day-dreaming of for years to come!

Meals: B, L

Included:

Car

Tour Guide

Phu Quoc Hotel

Day 16: Phu Quoc Island free time

Activities: You’ll have a full day to spend however you’d like. Relax in the sun, go for a swim, or for the more adventurous– take a jeep excursion to the island interior or do a scuba diving day trip.

Meals: B

Included:

N/A

Tour Guide

Phu Quoc Hotel

Day 17: Phu Quoc Island – Ho Chi Minh City

Activities: You’ll have breakfast at the hotel and some morning free time, then we’ll come pick you up and take you to the airport for a flight back to Ho Chi Minh City. When you arrive in HCMC we’ll collect you and transfer you to your hotel, then you have the day to spend as you’d like.

Meals: B

Included:

Plane

Tour Guide

Ho Chi Minh Hotel

Day 18: Ho Chi Minh City

Activities: You have free time in the morning until your private car arrives to take you to the airport for your next destination. This is the end your Vietnam Family Holidays with Trekking Ha Giang . We thank you for joining us on this incredible experience to explore all the wonders of Vietnam. Goodbye, and we hope to see you again next time! Trekking Ha Giang can also arrange additional customized trips for you if the above itinerary does not match your expectations.

Meals: B

Included:

Plane

Tour Guide

Homestay

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What's Included

Hotel accommodation in shared twin or shared double room with daily breakfast.
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner).
Tours and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicles.
English speaking local guide
All entrance fees as indicated in itinerary.
Boat trips as mentioned in the itinerary
Domestic flight: Hanoi – Danang; Danang – Nha Trang, Nha Trang – Ho Chi Minh City; Can Tho - Phu Quoc island; Phu Quoc island – Ho Chi Minh City
Cruise in Halong Bay

What's Not Included

Vietnam Visa Stamp fee
Other meals and drinks at meals
Hotel early check in /Late check out
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Tips & gratuities
Supplement for French, Spanish, Italian and German speaking guide
Possible Compulsory Gala Dinner on 24& 31 December
Other services not listed in inclusive column

Cancellation by Customer

Cancellation received before 60 days: FREE of charge
Cancellation received from 30 days to 59 days prior arrival date: 10% of total rate
Cancellation received from 15 days to 29 days prior arrival date: 30% of total rate
Cancellation received from 7 days to 14 days prior arrival date: 50% of total rate
Cancellation received less than 7 days prior arrival date or No show: 100% of total rate

Children Policy

The rate for children applicable for one child sharing a twin or double cabin with two adults
For infant (<04 years old): FOC except domestic ticket cost
04 - 11 years old without bed: 50% adult rate
04 - 11 years old with extra bed: 75% adult rate
04 - 11 years old in twin share: 90% adult rate

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