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20-Day Vietnam Discover, Culture, Cuisine, Local Life, All Activities, Meals
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Introduction:
Uncover Vietnam’s Rich Culture on a 20-Day Journey!
Delve into Vietnam’s vibrant traditions, iconic landmarks, and stunning landscapes with our carefully curated 20-day itinerary. Begin your adventure in the historic streets of Hanoi, and marvel at the majestic limestone islands of Halong Bay. Venture to Sapa, where terraced rice fields and vibrant hill tribes showcase the country’s rich heritage.
In Ninh Binh, explore ancient temples, drift along serene rivers through limestone caves, and admire the breathtaking karst landscapes. Continue to Phong Nha, home to lush jungles and massive caves that reveal Earth’s hidden wonders. Unwind on Nha Trang’s pristine beaches, with crystal-clear waters and vibrant marine life perfect for a coastal escape.
A stop in Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage site, invites you to stroll through well-preserved architecture and charming lantern-lit streets. Sail down the Mekong Delta for a taste of local life, and finish your journey in the bustling energy of Ho Chi Minh City. Each destination offers unforgettable experiences, with even more captivating sites awaiting you along the way!
Tour Highlights:
✔ Discover the ancient capital of Hoa Lu
✔ Cruise through the iconic Halong Bay
✔ Experience the vibrant life of Hanoi
✔ Explore the historic Cu Chi Tunnels
✔ Relax on the stunning beaches of Nha Trang
✔ Embark on a journey that reveals the true beauty and cultural richness of Vietnam!
Detailed Itinerary:
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1 Hanoi Arrival (Welcome Dinner)
You are arrival at our thousand years Capital Hanoi City. We welcome you at the airport (Noi Bai Airport) and then be transferred to your hotel in the center of city by a private car. It is time for you to relax after long journey.
In the evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner with the Vietnam delicious traditional foods.
Meal: Welcome Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Start point Private vehicle welcome you at the Noi Bai Airport (please advise time/flight number arrival) and transfer to the hotel., Noi Bai International Airport, Sóc Sơn, Hanoi, 12200, Vietnam06:00 – 22:00
Day 2 Hanoi - Halong Bay (B/L/D)
After breakfast, we leave Hanoi to Halong Bay, it is undoubtedly one of Vietnam’s most breathtaking Natural Wonders. We will board a boat to explore this legendary bay. During this thrilling 2 days cruise, we will be treated to a mesmerizing view of the picturesque scenery, where the sky beautifully blends with over 3,000 limestone islands emerging from the crystal-clear, emerald waters. These limestone karsts formations are adorned with stunning beaches, enchanting grottoes, and magnificent caves.
Along the way, we will make a stop in a secluded cove for a leisurely swim and kayaking as well as have the chance to visit one of the hidden grottoes tucked beneath towering cliffs. In the evening, enjoy the night fishing.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: On the Halong Cruise
Day 3 Halong Bay - Hanoi (B/L)
Upon waking up, breakfast will be served onboard the boat. We will continue cruising around the bay, taking in the mesmerizing sights and visit Cave. Enjoy a delicious lunch/brunch on board before disembarking. A van will be waiting for you at the pier to transfer you back to Hanoi.
Arrival Hanoi around 3pm, free at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Day 4 Hanoi - Sapa - Cat Cat Village (B/L/D)
6:00am shuttle bus picks you up at the hotels (located the Old Quarter) transfer to Sapa Town. Arrival Sapa around 12h30. Have lunch and relax then take a 2km short trekking to Cat Cat Village, the home of H’mong minority. Return Sapa town for check in the hotel and have lunch, dinner. Free at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Sapa
Day 5 Sapa - Lao Chai & Ta Van Village - Hanoi (B/L)
Trekking more or take a short drive to visit Lao Chai and Ta Van Villages, home of H’mong and Day ethic. Along the way are slope rice field, bamboo valley, rustic villages and villager daily work. Return to Sapa and take a Shuttle Bus return Hanoi in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Day 6 Hanoi City Tour - All Highlights (B/L)
After breakfast at the hotel and enjoy a full day City Tour.
08h30: Arrive Tran Quoc Pagoda – the oldest pagoda in Ha Noi built in the 6th century.
09h30: Visit Ho Chi Minh complex, you have a chance to see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh then walk around the garden to see 2 houses where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Goddess of Mercy – It is the most unique pagoda in the world.
Should dress modestly by covering from shoulders to knees when visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, temples, pagodas…
Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays.
Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed at least 2 months (15thJune -15thAugust) for the annual maintaining but still can take picture Mausoleum and visit around that area.
11h00: Visit Vietnam Museum of Ethnology to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in Vietnam.
- Special Note : we will visit Women Museum instead of Ethnology Museum closed on Mondays.
12h45: Have lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine with 8 delicious dishes.
14h00 – 14h15: Continue visit Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11 century.
15h15: Leave for Hoa Lo Prison Museum which originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the “Hanoi Hilton.
16h15-16h30: Tour finishes. Back to hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Day 7 Hanoi - Ninh Binh - The night train to Dong Hoi (B/L/D)
07:00 – 07:30 – Our guide will meet you at your hotel and start 110km modern Bus-journey
through verdant landscape of country side. Short-brake en route.
10:45 – Visit Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel with Dinh King Temple and Le King Temple dating back to the 17th Century.
12:00 – Enjoy the lunch at our restaurant with the great local cuisines.
13:30 – Leave for the Trang An Grottoes, an out-standing natural beauty of majestic limestone
massif at 20 square kilometer rise dramatically out from rice paddy fields. Deep into the linked
chains of towering mountain are pristine places of mystical valleys, numerous fresh water ponds, and jungle. Embark on a traditional sampan gently roweddown the exquisite river through numerous caves: Lam Cave, Vang Cave, Dai Cave, Thanh Truot Cave,…and Cao Sơn Temple, Suoi Tien Temple, Vu Lam Temple…
15:30 – Arrive Mua Cave and start an amazing trek up to the top of Ngoa Long mountain for
watching the spectacular rice valley with specious view of the nature.
– Transfer to our homestay to relax and have dinner before going to the Ninh Binh railway station to take the night train to Dong Hoi.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: On the the Train
Day 8 Dong Hoi - Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park (B)
Arrival Dong Hoi Station, driver welcomes you and transfer to hotel. After leave your luggage at the hotel and have breakfast, we will drive you to visit Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park. Getting on boat and cruise on the world’s longest underground river to Phong Nha Cave. The deeper one penetrates, the more magical are the natural aspects of the caves. After on boat for 700m, a large dry passage is appear, then you can walk to discover the cave for 500m more. You will have a chance to explore the remain of Cham Altars and Inscriptions inside.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Dong Hoi
Day 9 Dong Hoi - DMZ - Hue (B)
Private vehicle take you to Hue. On the way, we stop at historic Hien Luong Bridge, Ben Hai River and the famous Vinh Moc Tunnel.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Hue
Day 10 Hue City Tour - Danang (B/L)
Visit one of the most aesthetic royal tombs: Khai Dinh Tomb – This jaw dropping blend of Western and Eastern architecture was constructed between 1920-1931 for the 12th emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty – Emperor Khai Dinh.
– Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant serving the best Hue dishes.
– Explore the Citadel one of the UNESCO Heritage Sites in Vietnam.
– Get amazed at the beautiful Thien Mu Pagoda, the tallest pagoda in Vietnam. Due to its beauty, it became a common subject to many local folk rhymes and is considered the unofficial symbol of Hue.
16:30: Transfer to Da Nang via the Hai Van Tunnel. Approximate arrival in Danang is 18:30.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Danang
Day 11 Danang City - Hoian Ancient Town (B/D)
Have breakfast, free at leisure to visit Danang Beach (will be suggested).
15:30: transfer to visit Five Marble Mountain: a cluster of five limestone peaks in Vietnam
Continue to visit Hoi An – World Heritage. Take a walking tour around the old sections (charming and wonderfully preserved, combining Chinese, Japanese and European influences).
Have dinner in Hoi An.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoian
Day 12 Hoian - Bana Hills - Golden Bridge - Danang - The night train to Nha Trang (B/L)
08h00: Pick up at hotel in Hoian. Transfer to Ba Na hills (35km) and take Cable Car which gains 5 world scores to Ba Na hills station.
Stop at By Night station to visit Vong Nguyet hills, Linh Ung pagoda, The Old Villas of French. Continue moving up by cable car to the Nui Chua Mountain – the top of Ba Na range, visiting Nginh Phong top, Le Nim Villas, Orchid Garden… Experience hill climbing train (first and unique funicular in Vietnam) and visit an old French cellar (Debay Ancient Wine Cellar), flower garden Le Jardin D’amour and Linh Ung Pagoda.
Have buffet lunch at restaurant.
Afternoon: Free for joining games in Fantasy Park – the third biggest indoor games zone in Vietnam with series of interesting games: 4 – 5D film, skiver, The death race, dinosaur park… (2 hours).
15h30: Transfer back to Danang city. Check in the hotel till transfer to the railway station for the night train to Nha Trang.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: On the Train
Day 13 Arrival Nha Trang & Free at leisure (B)
Arrival Nha Trang train station around 10:00am and transfer to your hotel. Relax on the beach of Nha Trang.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Nha Trang
Day 14 Nha Trang Snorkeling and visit 4 Islands (B/L)
You will have one day boat trip. Firstly we will go to Mun Island, the best site for snorkeling where you will see lots of live colorful corals and fish. This site has been officially protected under the support of Danish Government. Relax, sunbath and swimming at Tam island. Then visit Tri Nguyen Aquarium on Mieu Island. At this place, you will see the life of the many sea species of Nha Trang Ocean that being made in a smaller world of this aquarium.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Nha Trang
Day 15 Nha Trang - Ho Chi Minh City (B)
Today you will visit Cham Po Nagar Towers is the site cannot be missed when visiting Nha Trang and one of the best architectures of Cham People. Then visit Long Son Pagoda & Stone Church. Free at leisure on the beach till transfer to Cam Ranh Airport for flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, private vehicle take you to the hotel located the heart of city.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Day 16 Ho Chi Minh City Halfday (B)
Morning: Take the morning trip to visit follow these destinations: Independence Palace, also known at the Reunification palace, was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu.
Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office.
Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of both the Indochina wars.
Noon: The bus and tour guide take you return your hotel. Free at leisure.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Day 17 Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta (B/L/D)
7:30 to 8:30: Pick up and start the trip to Mekong Delta (My Tho – Ben Tre).
Forward to My Tho, on the way stop at Mekong Restop then continue to Vinh Trang pagoda built by Mr. and Mrs. Bui Cong Dat in the 19th century. Vinh Trang Pagoda is an architectural and artistic relic that ranks third in all types of pagodas in the southern part of the country. The pagoda was built in harmony with the architecture of both Europe and Asia.
Next, we will go to My Tho Cruise Port, then board a boat to travel to Tien River, admire the four islets of Long, Lan, Qui, and Phung. Boats run along floating fish rafts for visitors to learn how local people raise fish in the river and see Rach Mieu Bridge.
To Thoi Son island (Lan island), you walk on the village road, visit local people’s houses and fruit gardens, take souvenir photos and then visit the honey bee farm, enjoy honey lemon tea .
Next, you come to the tunes of Don Ca Tai Tu Xu Dua – Southern folk music in Vietnam, eat fruit for free. After that, visitors use rowing boats to weave into the small canal to see the two rows of natural coconut trees and the simple landscape of the garden. Continue walking on the village’s road to coconut candy shop, learn how to make candy, show some handicraft made by coconut tree.
After lunch you can relax, fish for crocodiles, go to the monkey bridge, have a hammock to rest, or experience cycling on the village road, …
Return to My Tho by boat and depart to Can Tho city. Arriving in Can Tho (2-3 hours driving ), you check in hotel located in the city center.
In the evening we enjoy a cozy dinner on a luxury yacht to explore Western cuisine on Can Tho river and listen to Southern amateur music. The yatch docked, you are free to explore Can Tho city at night. Then self-sufficient back to the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Can Tho
Day 18 Mekong Delta - Floating Market - Village - Monastery - Ho Chi Minh City (B/L)
After breakfast at the hotel, then take you to Ninh Kieu wharf, use a boat to cruise on the Can Tho river. Visit Cai Rang floating market – one of the largest floating markets in the Mekong Delta, where hundreds of boats and ships trade and exchange goods and local specialties. Visit the craft village of making Hu Tieu.
Next, you come to My Khanh tourist village where you visit the fruit garden, My Khanh flower garden, visit an ancient house over 100 years old. Then visit and learn about Truc Lam Phuong Nam Zen Monastery built according to the cultural architecture of the Ly – Tran dynasties.
Have lunch at My Khanh tourists village. Then free to relax .
Afternoon we visit Can Tho Purple House film studio (self-sufficient ticket) is becoming a very hot tourist destination in Tay Do land with a unique style with only 1 color purple The details from the house to the campus are full of purple that “cut the heart” of thousands of visitors when coming here. Then returning to Ho Chi Minh city .
17:30: Back to HCM city, drop you off at Ben Thanh market or Pham Ngu Lao street .
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Day 19 Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Halfday (B)
Cu chi tunnels is an underground zigzag networks of over 200 Km, is a symbol of the will and the creativity of the Vietnamese.
Located about 60 Km from Ho Chi Minh city, Cu Chi was fierce battle field during 1960- 1972. Visitting Cu Chi Tunnels, you will see how guerrillas dug, lived and fought the tunnel, you will learn how the streight of will against sophisticated weapon.
8h00 am (morning tour) or 13h00 (afternoon tour): Our driver will pick you up at the hotel in the central of District 1 to star the tour.
Upon arrival, you will watch the documentary films and see self- madeweapon, bamboo traps,…And crawl in the tunnel as you like. We will also know how the locals make rice – paper and rice – wine. Ever wonder what its feel like to fire Ak- 47.
13h00 (morning tour) or 19h00 (afternoon tour): Back to Ho Chi Minh city, drop off at your hotel.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh
Day 20 Ho Chi Minh City - Departure (B)
Free time for shopping before transferring to Tan Son Nhat Airport for flight departure. HOME SWEET HOME!!!
Meal: Breakfast
US$ 1870/Pax
Included:
✔ Accommodation:
• Accommodations (double/twin/triple sharing) 19 nights with daily breakfast
+ 04 nights @hotel in Hanoi (located the Old Quarter)
+ 01 night on the Halong Cruise
+ 01 night @ hotel in Sapa
+ 02 nights on the train from Ninh Binh – Dong Hoi & Danang – Nha Trang (4-berths/cabin, soft-sleeper & A/C)
+ 01 night @ hotel in Dong Hoi
+ 01 night @ hotel in Hue
+ 01 night @ hotel in Danang beach
+ 01 night @hotel in Hoian Ancient Town
+ 02 nights @ hotel in Nha Trang
+ 04 nights @ hotel in Ho Chi Minh (heart location)
+ 01 night @ hotel in Can Tho
Check-in room at 14:00 // Check-out room at 12:00 noon (Except Early check-in or Late check-out mentioned in the program)
✔ Flights:
- 01 Domestic Flight ticket: 20 kg checked baggage and 7kg cabin baggage by National Flight (Vietnam Airlines) or similar
- Route: Nha Trang – Ho Chi Minh City
These airfares with Indochina Today Travel will be paid separately as a local payment. We are committed to getting the best benefits to make your trip to our wonderful country most comfortable.
✔ Guide:
- Professional English speaking local guide
✔ Meals:
• 36 Meals as indicated (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
+ 19 Breakfasts
+ 11 Lunches
+ 06 Dinners
(Vegetarian and Vega foods are available upon your request)
✔ Additional Services:
• Hotel accommodation in shared twin or shared double room with daily breakfast.
• Transportation by A/C car/shuttle bus as itinerary
• English speaking LOCAL guide
• 36 Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner).
• Boat trips specified the tour program
• Kayaking
• All entrance, permission and visiting fees
• Purified water and wet towel.
✔ Transport:
Private transportation Airport/Train Station Pick up & Drop off
Air-conditioned Limousine/Shuttle bus/Private vehicle as itinerary
Cruise trip on Halong Bay
Boat trip Mekong Delta and Perfume River in Hue, Phong Nha &, Trang An Cave
Kayaking
The night train Ninh Binh – Dong Hoi and Danang – Nha Trang (Local Payment)
Optional Extras:
Excluded:
Optional Extras:
- Please feel free to contact us to explore the options for upgrading to the Deluxe 4* or Luxury 5* Category for accommodations during your trip.
- Additionally, if you are interested in extending the accommodation for each destination in the itinerary or adding extra days to visit other highlights, we would be happy to assist you further.
Thank you!
Excluded:
✔ Insurance:
Insurance is not included in the tour package. It is essential to have travel insurance for this tour. It is recommended to ensure that you are adequately covered.
✔ Additional Services
• Visa stamp into Vietnam
• Personal travel insurance
• International/Domestic flights
• All personal expenses
• All gratuities and tips to driver and tour guide.
• Train tickets Ninh Binh – Dong Hoi and Danang – Nha Trang (Local Payment)
• Single Supplement (Extra fee as local payment)
Uncover Vietnam’s Rich Culture on a 20-Day Journey! Delve into Vietnam’s vibrant traditions, iconic landmarks, and stunning landscapes with our carefully curated 20-day itinerary. Begin your adventure in the historic streets of Hanoi, and marvel at the majestic limestone islands of Halong Bay. Venture to Sapa, where terraced rice fields and vibrant hill tribes showcase the country’s rich heritage. In Ninh Binh, explore ancient temples, drift along serene rivers through limestone caves, and admire the breathtaking karst landscapes. Continue to Phong Nha, home to lush jungles and massive caves that reveal Earth’s hidden wonders. Unwind on Nha Trang’s pristine beaches, with crystal-clear waters and vibrant marine life perfect for a coastal escape. A stop in Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage site, invites you to stroll through well-preserved architecture and charming lantern-lit streets. Sail down the Mekong Delta for a taste of local life, and finish your journey in the bustling energy of Ho Chi Minh City. Each destination offers unforgettable experiences, with even more captivating sites awaiting you along the way!
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