Magical Vietnam

15 days - a handpicked classic package to visit much of the country from the ethnic minoritiesin the north to the depths of Mekong Delta in the south - this trip does it all...

Hanoi - Sapa - Halong Bay - Danang - Hoi An - My Son - Hue - Saigon - Tay Ninh - Cu Chi - Mekong Delta - Can Tho - Chau Doc

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Day 1 Hanoi
Upon arrive into Hanoi, meet your guide and transfer to your hotel for check in and tour briefing. If time permits we will take a short orientation tour of Hanoi. In the evening enjoy welcome cocktails at your hotel and dinner at one of Hanoi's superb Vietnamese restaurant. Overnight in Hanoi. (includes: Dinner)

Day 2 Hanoi
Today we explore Hanoi's charming French colonial boulevards; tour the ancient Temple of Literature, the amazing life of Ho Chi Minh visiting his mausoleum, the house on stilts and the museum. In the afternoon we explore Hanoi by cyclo, driving through the lively Old Quarter, a series of 36 ancient streets where peddlers trade their wares as they have done for centuries. Tour Hanoi's old house in Ma May street and then walking tour through Hang Be market and enjoy famed water puppet theatre. After dinner at local restaurant we board our night train to Laocai. Overnight on train (the cabin has 4 soft berths with airconditioner). (includes: Breakfast, Lunch)

Day 3 Sapa
Upon arrival Laocai traveling to Sapa, bordering with China in the far north, we experience the diversity of Vietnam minority people and stunning mountain scenery. Overnight in Sapa. (includes: Breakfast, Lunch)

Day 4 Sapa - Hanoi
Exploring Sapa, walking through friendly villages of H'mong, Red Dzao and Zay people. We see Sapa's amazing market and travel to nearby Thac Bac Falls and absorb the wonderful mountain scenery. We board night train back to Hanoi. Overnight on train. (includes: Breakfast, Lunch)

Day 5 Halong Bay
We arrive Hanoi early in the morning. After morning refreshment and a tasty breakfast of "Pho" noodle soup, we journey east to Vietnam's greatest natural wonder, Halong Bay. We spent the afternoon cruising the bay's 3000 magnificent limestone islets made famous in the film Indochine. After the fresh seafood on bard, we disembark the boat and transfer to Bac Ninh. Tonight we enjoy the 'Quan Ho' Traditional folk music during our dinner. We stay in hotel in Bac Ninh. (includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 6 Danang - Hoi An
Transferring to Hanoi airport and flying to Danang on Vietnam's central coast, we visit the city's fascinating Cham Museum. Visit the Marble Mountain and China Beach before traveling about 45 minutes to the quaint old merchant town of Hoi An. Overnight in Hoian. (includes: Breakfast)

Day 7 Hoi An
This morning we experience walking cobblestone lanes, visiting markets, historic houses and temples. This afternoon we have a chance to try our hand at Vietnamese cooking at restaurant Red Bridge. Boat cruise in the afternoon and we see handicraft villages of Hoi An. Overnight in Hoian. (includes: Breakfast)

Day 8 Hoi An - Hue
This morning we will take a bicycle ride to Hoian country side, joining a farm work with local farmer. After lunch we take the coastal drive north crossing Hai Van Pass to Hue, Vietnam's former imperial capital. Overnight in Hue. (includes: Breakfast, Lunch)

Day 9 Hue
The next day in Hue, travel by dragon boat along the serene Perfume River to revered Thien Mu Pagoda. See the impressive tomb of former Emperor Tu Duc and the ruins of the former royal residence, the Hue Citadel. Tonight we enjoy the special Hue Cuisine with Hue Royal Music. We dress up as the Royal Members and enjoy the unique dinner. Overnight in Hue. (includes: Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 10 Hue - Saigon
Leaving Hue we arrive Saigon after a short flight. We walk Saigon's wide and historic boulevards, visiting famous landmarks such as the site of Hotel de Ville, Continental Hotel, Notre Dame de Saigon, Presidential Palace and lively Chinatown. Overnight in Saigon. (includes: Breakfast)

Day 11 Saigon - Mekong Delta
Today we travel deep into Mekong Delta, visiting Can Tho, the biggest city on Mekong, exploring the intricate waterways by sampan, local farm houses and fruit orchards. Overnight in Can Tho. (includes: Breakfast, Lunch)

Day 12 Mekong Delta
This morning after visiting Cai Rang floating market by boat, we travel further west to Chau Doc and walk up Sam Mountain for superb view over the delta and neighboring Cambodia. Overnight in Chau Doc. (includes: Breakfast, Lunch)

Day 13 Chau Doc - Saigon
After visiting the floating village and Cham village we return to Saigon. Overnight in Saigon. (includes: Breakfast, Lunch)

Day 14 Saigon - Tay Nihn & Cu Chi
We travel to Tay Ninh to witness the bizarre Cao Dai Religion, and explore the amazing Communist guerilla tunnel system at Cu Chi. Enjoy farewell dinner at one of fine city's restaurant. (includes: Breakfast, Lunch)

Day 15 Saigon - home
Free until transfer to airport for departure. (includes: Breakfast)

Small Group Departure Dates & Price (2007)

Above dates for 2007 are pending. If you have a preferred travel dates, contact us and we will try to set the departure dates according to yours! We also arrange private tour for this tour, please contact us to discuss your requirement.

Price Includes (The prices shown below are 'per person')

• All flights within Vietnam including airport tax.
• All airport/hotel transfers where specified (private transfer).
• Selections of superior/deluxe (generally 4 star) hotel accommodation (12 nights) in well furnished rooms with private facilities.
• 2 overnights sleeper train (basic, the cabin has 4 soft berths with airconditioner).
• Sightseeing tours including entrance fee by professional English-speaking tour guide.
• Meals as specified in the itinerary.

Price Does Not Include

• International flight.
• Visa fee (please go to Visa Service for details).
• Travel Insurance.

Flights: Iinternational return flight are not included in the package. As a agent of many airline consolidators, we can help you to obtain flights at competitive rate and in various class, such as BA, Singapore Airline, Vietnam Airline, Air France, KLM, Lufthansa, Finnair etc. Please ask for more details at the time of your booking.

Accommodation for this tour: Carefully selected 4 star hotels. For details of our hotel collection, please visit 'Accommodation' page .

Meals: We include all breakfast at hotel, some lunches and dinners on tour. Special dinners are arranged at Bac Ninh with traditional folk song & music, in Hue our guests dress with royal costume.

Other operation fact: This tour is suitable for anyone with an average level of fitness and mobility. However, in Sapa a amount of trekiing & walking excursion are expected.

Arrival airport Hanoi, departure airport Saigon.

Magical Indochina is a specialist operator who arrange small group tours (maximum group size 15) made up of friends, families, and like-minded people of different ages and background. We aim to creat a special holiday for you to integrate important values of local culture, nature and people.

The itinerary is designed according to the most updated information of the flight available, although occasionally the sequence in which cities are visited and duration of time spent in each city can change due to local conditions which are out of our control. The above itinerary highlights the main attractions that are to be visited each day. Further places of interest may be visited during your stay, which will provide unique ethnic and cultural handcraft shopping opportunities. We reserve the right to change, amend or alter the itinerary, although we will act in your best interests to handle any amendments. Please refer to the booking form for detailed terms & conditions.