7DAYS 6NIGHTS VIETNAM HIGHT LIGHT
Hanoi – Ha Long Bay – Hochiminh city
7 DAYS & 6 NIGHTS Travel Date: 01 Oct 2023- 31 Mar 2025
Notice: Revealing clothes such as shorts and skirts above the knees and bare shoulders are prohibited in sacred places and temples.
DAY 1: WELCOME TO VIETNAM (Hanoi)! (No Meal)
Welcome to Hanoi!
Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport by your guide. The guide will assist you to transfer to your hotel for check-in. Depending on your available time, take a short panoramic tour seeing Long Bien bridge, Hanoi Ceramic Mosaic Mural, West Lake, Tran Quoc pagoda.
Lunch & Dinner at own account.
HANOI
Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is known for its centuries-old architecture and a rich culture with Southeast Asian, Chinese and French influences. At its heart is the chaotic Old Quarter, where the narrow streets are roughly arranged by trade. There are many little temples, including Bach Ma, honoring a legendary horse, plus Đồng Xuân Market, selling household goods and street food.
Accommodation: As Selected
DAY 2: FULL DAY HANOI CITY TOUR (B- -)
Breakfast at hotel. Start your tour this morning at the mausoleum of the historic figure and father of modern Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh (viewed from the outside). Then it’s on to a wooden ethnic minority style house which was his temporary residence from 1954 to 1969. In the same complex you will see the One Pillar Pagoda, founded by King Ly Thai To in 1049 which has become an important symbol for the people of Hanoi. According to legend, the pagoda’s shape was inspired by the lotus flower and this structure has become an important symbol for the people of Hanoi. Your next stop is the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university. Constructed in 1070, the gardens and wellpreserved architecture offer a glimpse into Vietnam’s past. In the afternoon, visit your choice of the Ethnology Or Vietnamese Women Or National Fine Arts Museums Or Hoa Lo. Time only allows for one to be visited so please decide which one you would most like to see. Transfer pass The Opera House to the wonderful Hoan Kiem Lake and walk across the famous red wooden bridge to visit Ngoc Son Temple set on a tiny island. This is the perfect opportunity for a memorable photograph. At the end of the day, take a walking tour of Hanoi’s Old Quarter, also known as the ‘36 streets’. This bustling area of narrow streets and alleys is home to literally thousands of small businesses and shopkeepers. It's a great place to explore with plenty of photo opportunities all around you.
Lunch & Dinner at own account.
Accommodation: As Selected
DAY 3: FULL DAY HA LONG BAY (B-L-D)
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ha Long Bay is one of the most magnificent scenic spots in all of Vietnam. Washed by water for hundreds of thousands of years, the bay features thousands of limestone karsts and isles in various sizes and shapes, each topped with thick jungle vegetation, rising spectacularly from the ocean. Several of the islands are hollow, with enormous caves.
Breakfast at hotel and check-out.
This morning drive from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay (200km/ approx. 3 hrs). You will be picked-up and go on a pleasant overland journey to Ha Long Bay via new highway. On arrival of Ha Long, embark and your cruise starts. Relax and enjoy. Seafood lunch and dinner on board (Vietnamese cuisine).
Overnight onboard.
Remarks: **
Halal/Indian food is not available on cruise. We can serve meals with No pork/ no beef or Veg. **In the occasion of bad weather conditions, e.g. high winds, monsoons, thunderstorms, cyclones, storms, etc., the management board has the authority to cancel all cruise to guarantee the safety of tourist. Should this happen, accommodation will be at Ha Long City Hotel instead.
** The above itineraries are subject to change without notice based on weather conditions and following the seasons.
** Wifi on cruise is stable due to internet connection in bay is quite weak.
Accommodation: As Selected
DAY 04: HA LONG BAY – HANOI TRANSFER BY SHUTTLE BUS, HANOI – [FLY] – HOCHIMINH CITY (Brunch)
The morning starts by an early Tai Chi exercise on the upper deck of the junk, followed by a light breakfast. The cruise continues at the same time when brunch is served. After brunch on board, disembarkation then transfer back to Hanoi by shuttle bus. From Hanoi, transfer with driver only to Noi Bai airport for flight to HCMC. Suggestion flight VN259 18:00-20:15 (Price in Supplement)
On arrival at Tan Son Nhat airport, airport pick-up and transfer with driver only to hotel. Hotel check-in and rest time. Overnight in HCMC. Dinner at own account.
Accommodation: As Selected
Day 05: FULL DAY CU CHI TUNNELS – CITY TOUR (B- - )
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Cu Chi district. Leaving the city behind, the scenery changes to views of rice paddies, villagers drying noodles by the side of the road and other scenes typical to southern Vietnam. Arrive and start the visit of the famous Cu Chi Tunnels which consist of an incredible underground tunnel network constructed by Vietnamese resistance fighters (Viet Cong) during both the French and American wars. Start the visit with the Ben Dinh or Ben Duoc sections of the tunnel. Here you can imagine what it was like to be a guerrilla complete with Russian Carbine rifles and AK 47’s. Return to the city. In this afternoon, you head to the Reunification Hall to visit the residence of the President Ngo Dinh Diem of the former South Vietnam until 1975 (1960s - Apr 1975s). here you will have the opportunity to view formal meeting rooms, private bedrooms and war situation rooms 10 meter beneath earth’s level. This address today still holds many important functions in HCMC. You will learn important historical facts about this building. Other colonial structures included in the tour are Notre Dame Cathedral, built in the late 1880s by French colonists, it is one of the few remaining strongholds of Catholicism in the largely Buddhist Vietnam currently being renovated we can only view from the outside, and the General Post Office, constructed when Vietnam was part of French Indochina in the late 19th century Finally, the tour ends at the famous Ben Thanh market, where you may practice your bargaining skills and pick up some souvenirs before being returned to your hotel.
Lunch & Dinner at own account.
Accommodation: As Selected
Day 06: FULL DAY MEKONG DELTA (MY THO) (B - - )
The Mekong Delta is also known as Vietnam's 'rice basket’-- a fertile area spreading nearly 50,000 sq km. Here the mighty Mekong river ends by splitting itself into nine major tributaries. The Vietnamese name these nine tributaries “Nine Dragons.’’ AM 08:00, Pick-up at your hotel lobby and drive to My Tho, a Mekong Delta town two hours away from Ho Chi Minh City. On arrival in My Tho you will first visit Vinh Trang pagoda. Built in 1849 in My Phong village this beautiful structure features a mixture of Chinese, Vietnamese and Angkor (Cambodian) architectural styles and consists of five buildings, two ornamental yards and 178 pillars. Feel free to stroll in the gardens and check out the intricate carvings… Following this you will board a boat for a cruise on the Mekong river, whilst sailing you will be passing natural creeks and quiet villages and watch rural people going to work. You will see an interesting fishermen's port and the traditional stilt houses. Keep your camera handy! Land on an island to visit a workshop making coconut candy by traditional method. Walking and dropping at peasant’s house to taste of homemade honey tea. Visit an orchard to taste tropical fruits and enjoy folk-music performed by the simple peasants. Return to the cruise boat by small rowing boats through a short stretch of waterways.
Return to HCMC.
Lunch & Dinner at own account.
Accommodation: As Selected
DAY 7: Ho Chi Minh City - DEPARTURE (B- -)
Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel. Take a walk or get some last-minute souvenirs before your check out at midday. Your driver will meet you to assist with luggage and take you to the airport for your departure flight.
End Tour!
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Hotel Options;
| Category | City | Hotel |
| STD Class | Hanoi | La Dolce vita (Superior) |
| Halong bay | La Dolce vita (Superior) | |
| Ho Chi Minh | Acnos (Deluxe window) | |
| SUP Class | Hanoi | Lacasa (Deluxe) |
| Halong bay | Bhaya Cruise (Deluxe) | |
| Ho Chi Minh | Edenstar (Deluxe) | |
| DlX Class | Hanoi | Pan Pacific (Deluxe) |
| Halong bay | The Au Co Cruise (Deluxe) | |
| Ho Chi Minh | Grand (Premium city) | |
| LUX Class | Hanoi | Sofitel Metropole (Premium) |
| Halong bay | Paradise Cruise (Deluxe) | |
| Ho Chi Minh | Park Hyatt (Park city) |
Or Similar
QUOTATION
| PACKAGE SERVICES – COST PER PERSON IN USD
(01 Jan 2024 – 30 Apr 2024) Except for 08 Feb ~ 14 Feb’24 |
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| Package | 2 Pax Up | 3 Pax Up | SGL-SUPP |
| STD Class | 717 | 618 | 264 |
| SUP Class | 808 | 708 | 354 |
| DLX Class | 1063 | 964 | 563 |
| LUX Class | 1952 | 1863 | 1479 |
| PACKAGE SERVICES – COST PER PERSON IN USD
(01 May 2024 – 30 Sep 2024) |
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| Package | 2 Pax Up | 3 Pax Up | SGL-SUPP |
| STD Class | 701 | 603 | 249 |
| SUP Class | 781 | 681 | 327 |
| DLX Class | 998 | 900 | 533 |
| LUX Class | 1745 | 1656 | 1274 |
| PACKAGE SERVICES – COST PER PERSON IN USD
(01 Jan 2025 – 31 Mar 2025) except for 27 Jan – 02 Feb 2025 |
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| Package | 2 Pax Up | 3 Pax Up | SGL-SUPP |
| STD Class | 747 | 649 | 285 |
| SUP Class | 836 | 738 | 374 |
| DLX Class | 1117 | 1021 | 605 |
| LUX Class | 2063 | 1974 | 1577 |
| PEAK SEASON SURCHARGE | |||
| Hotel | From | To (Inclusive) | Surcharge |
| Sofitel Legend Metropole (price per room) | 18-Dec-24 | 06-Jan-25 | $ 275 |
| Au Co Cruise (price per person) | 24-Dec-24 | 25-Dec-24 | $ 72 |
| 31-Dec-24 | 02-Jan-25 | $ 72 | |
| Bhaya Cruise (price per person) | 24-Dec-24 | 25-Dec-24 | $ 72 |
| 31-Dec-24 | 02-Jan-25 | $ 72 | |
| Paradise Cruise (price per person) | 24-Dec-24 | 25-Dec-24 | $ 72 |
| 31-Dec-24 | 02-Jan-25 | $ 72 | |
| COMPULSORY GALA DINNER AT HOTEL STAY IN USD PER PERSON | ||||||
| HTL | CITY | DESCRIPTION | 09 Feb 24 | 24 Dec 24 | 31 Dec 24 | 28 Jan 25 |
| Edenstar | N/A | TBA | TBA | N/A | ||
| Grand | 96 | 101 | 110 | 101 | ||
| FLIGHTS – COST PER PERSON IN USD | ||
| ROUTE | SCHEDULE | COST |
| Hanoi-Hochiminh | HAN-SGN VN259 18:00-20:15 | $ 181 |
- The airfares are subject to change until issuing the tickets (Rate includes 23 kg language check-in, 7kg caring bag).
- Once book/issue the ticket, it is non-refundab Changing the date/time would be charged US$50 per ticket plus the difference balance of the current fare. To book the air ticket, we need to copy all passenger passport
Includes:
- Meet and greet service at airport, including welcome itinerary and signage
- Porterage for 1 piece of standard sized luggage + 1 hand carry per person for arrival & departure transfer
- Accommodation in TWN/TRP sharing room
- Meal as mentioned (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D= Dinner)
- Private transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
- 01-02 water bottles/pax/day
- Sightseeing as per itinerary • Admission to attractions where applicable • Services of an English-speaking local guide where mentioned
Excludes:
- Vietnam Visa Authorization Letter and Visa stamp fee.
- Any fee relative to Infectious Diseases such as Covid-19, Monkey pox… (Testing, quarantines…)
- Any Optional, Supplement charges and options on cruise if any (kayaking, spa…)
- Tips for guide and driver
- Surcharge for Peak season, Holiday, compulsory Gala dinner if any (TBA).
- Travel insurance.
- Personal expenses, beverage.
- International / Domestic air ticket & airport tax.
- Others fee not mentioned.
- Restaurants maybe replaced by equivalents, depending on the situation.
- All timings are approximate.
NOTE:
** In case clients is Positive with Covid-19, Monkey pox… during the tour, it will be handled accordingto the regulations of Vietnam Government at that time. Clients will pay for extra costs if any.
** It is recommended for travelers to Vietnam to have a travel insurance covering also the cost of medical evacuation flights.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Rates are in US dollar; nett; non-commissionable and includes Goods & Services Tax.
- Rates are only applicable for group with minimum 02 full paying guests.
- Rates are subject to change after the stated date.
- The airfares are subject to change until issuing the tickets (Rate include 20Kg language check in).
- Once book/issue the ticket, it is non-refundable. Changing date/time would be charged US$50 per ticket plus difference balance of current fare. To book the air ticket, we need copy all passenger passport • No rooms or ground arrangements have been blocked and confirmation is subject to availability
- Full prepayment required 45Days Prior to arrival date.
- Cancellation charges are applicable upon confirmation
- Late cancellation 30 days prior to arrival date is 50% charge of the total tour fare.
- Late cancellation 15 days prior to arrival date is 100% charge of the total tour fare. Cruise Tour:
- Up confirm booking 25% of total amount required to deposit an none refundable.
- Late cancellation than 90 days prior to arrival date is 100% charge of the total tour fare.
- Kindly revert with rooming/name list 6 weeks prior to arrival.
- Rates DO NOT include personal incidentals i.e. telephone calls, laundry, room service and anything that is not mentioned in “Includes”.
- Child 11years below 85% of ADL rate. 2years below FOC.
- Please indicate your method of payment upon reservation · Mode of payment: telegraphic transfer or E-payment. All Bank fee of telegraphic transfer is borne by APPLICANT(both side of bank fee).
4% surcharge of total amount if do card payment.
Requirements for international tourists coming to Vietnam (TBC):
+ Vaccinate: Having a certificate of full dose of COVID-19 vaccine recognized by a competent authority in Vietnam (except for children under 12 years old traveling with parents or guardians). The duration of injection of the 2nd or 1st dose (for the 1 dose vaccine) is valid for 14 days and not more than 12 months from the time of departure. They can also have recovery from COVID-19 within 6 months or equivalent documents, issued by authorised agencies recognized by Vietnam.
+ Insurance: Have health or travel insurance that covers COVID-19 treatment expenditure with minimum liability of USD$ 11,000. We hope that the above quotation meets your requirements. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me.
***Thank you. ***