Impressions of Vietnam is inspired by the many unique sights and flavors Vietnam has to offer.Your one week journey will take you from the South to North of Vietnam (or vice versa)visiting attractions and sights across the country. Special features of this tour include an experience aboard to see one of the Eighth Wonders of the world – Halong Bay; for thosehistorically intrigued, this tour will take you to explore the ancient capital of Hue, ancient town of Hoian and for the culturally inclined, you will witness first hand life at the floating market in Mekong Delta.

Discover the rich culture of great cities as well as to explore the diversifying landscape of Vietnam.8 days trip, easy grade, 6 nights deluxe hotels, 1 night onboard boat in Halong bay

Brief Itinerary from Hanoi

Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi (Joining in Hanoi).

Day 2: Transfer to Halong bay. Overnight on board

Day 3: Return to Hanoi, sightseeing in Hanoi

Day 4: Fly Hue, exploring the ancient capital of Hue

Day 5: Drive to Hoian ancient town

Day 6: Fly from Danang to Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City). Sightseeing

Day 7: Full day excursion to Mekong delta

Day 8: Trip concludes in Ho Chi Minh City. (Tour extension to Angkor Wat or beach extension)

Joining dates from Hanoi - (SAT-SAT).Departure on every 2nd Saturday of each month, plus one more departure in July, October, November, December

Full Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Hanoi

Vietnam TripAdviaor meet & Greet at the airport and transfer to the hotel, Your guide will provide you with a welcome kit, which contains all the necessary information about your journey Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2: Hanoi-Halong bay (B, L, D)

After breakfast we cross the Red River towards Halong. The three-hours-drive stops en route at Hong Ngoc, where we will have time for a drink and see local people manufacturing different kinds of handicrafts. In Ha Long Bay we will board a traditional luxury boat for a fantastic two days cruise through Ha Long Bay. We will enjoy lunch, dinner with fresh caught sea food while having a cool drink. Overnight onboard.

Day 3: Halong – Hanoi (B, L )

8h00:  Tea, coffee and pastries.
8h30: A morning cruise to visit Man’s head island, Tortoise Island, visit Luon cave by small bamboo boat.
9h00: Continue cruising through Bai Tu Long bay, Toad island, Bai tho mountain
10h00: Check-out and have lunch
12h00:  Back to Halong city, the van picks up to come back to Hanoi
13h30: Stop in Dong Trieu town for visiting Ceramic village
16h00: Arrival in Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 4: Hanoi - Hue (B)

After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for a short flight to Hue. Upon arrival the guide will meet you and bring you to your hotel. After check-in we will have a short break before we head on to the see the Imperial City, an
impressive complex, first built in 17th century based on the ancient practice of geomancy. We will visit Tu Duc tomb and the Dong Ba market.Overnight in Hue.

Day 5: Hue – Hoi An (B)

In the morning we drive to visit Thien Mu Pagoda, which is located on the southwest bank of the river. The Pagoda was the centre of Buddhism in Central Vietnam. We continue to Hoi An.En route we will have a stop in Lang Co, where we have a short break. Lunch optional In Hoi An your guide will pick you up in the evening for an amazing walk through the
illuminated ancient part of the city Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 6: Hoi An –Danang- Saigon (B)

In the morning we will have a short drive to Da Nang airport and take a flight to Saigon, the Metropole of the South. In the afternoon we discover the city and come to see the Cathedral,Post Office before we end the day with a visit to China Town.Overnight in Saigon.

Day 7: Excursion to Mekong Delta (B)

We depart from the hotel in the morning and drive southwards to the Mekong Delta On arrival, we enjoy a boat trip to Ben Tre to visit Islands. We will have the opportunity to try exotic fruits in one of the many orchards, you will get to know how people make the coconut cakes and honey tees. For lunch (optional) we will serve you the local delicacy - an Elephant’s-Ear fish. In the afternoon, we drive back to Saigon .Overnight in Saigon.

Day 8: Saigon Depart (B)

Trip concludes in Ho Chi Minh City. Tour extension to Angkor Wat or just spend couple of days on one of our beautiful beach

CATEGORY	Price per person in USD in the party of 01 Jan 2009 - 30 Oct 2009
	2p	3-4	5-6	7-8	9-12p	Sql
Standard 2*	988	948	898	848	800
Superior  3*	1196	1116	1068	1018	1000
First Class  4*	1398	1368	1300	1268	1238
Deluxe   5*	1689	16026	1558	1508	1476

Accommodation	Mid-range (3+*)	Superior (4*)	Deluxe (5*)	Premium (5+*)
Hanoi hotels	Hoa Binh, Majestic Salute	Sunway, Guoman	Sofitel Plaza, Melia, Horison,	Sofitel Metropole
Sapa hotels	Royal, Chau Long	Bamboo	Victoria Sapa	Victoria Sapa
Quang Binh Hotels	Sun Spa Resort	Sun Spa Resort	Sun Spa Resort	Sun Spa Resort
Hue hotels	Asia Hue, Heritage Hue	Huong Giang,  Riverside	Saigon Morin	La Residence
Hoi an hotels	Hoi An Pacific,  Hoi An Hotel	Vinh Hung, Hoi An Beach	Life Resort,  Golden Sand	Victoria Hoi An
Nha Trang Hotels	Green Hotel, Hai Yen Hotel	Nha Trang Lodge, Yasaka	Sunrise Beach, Vinpearl Resort	Ana Mandara
Sagon Hotels	Palace, Metropole	Majestic, Rex, Grand	Duxton, New World, Legend	Caravelle, Sofitel Plaza
Can Tho hotels	Saigon Can Tho	Golf Can Tho	Victoria Can Tho	Victoria Can Tho

Inclusive

• Accommodation at 4 star hotels listed as chart below in twin sharing room with daily
• American Buffet Style Breakfast
• Meals as described in the itineraries (L=Lunch, D = dinner, Brunch)
• All transfers within the journey, including pick-up & drop-off at airports on arrival and
• departure days
• Domestic economy class flights for
• All entrance and sightseeing fees
• English, French speaking guides (other languages available upon request)
• Visa-approval letter for Vietnam

Exclusive

• Visa fees
• International flights & airport taxes (if applicable)
• Other meals that are not indicated in the itineraries
• Personal expenses
• Tipping to local guides and drivers