Best of Vietnam Tour 10 Days 9 Nights

Day 1:  Hanoi Arrival
Today you’ll land in Hanoi. Warmly welcome by Asia Charm Tours  at airport then transfer to Hanoi Downtown, a city of lakes, shaded boulevards, public parks, and the capital of Vietnam. Check into your hotel. Stay overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2: Hanoi Sightseeing full day (B, L)
Hanoi, a city of lakes, shaded boulevards and public parks, is the capital of Vietnam. It is a very attractive city with French-style architecture. You have a full day of sightseeing ahead, including a visit to One Pillar Pagoda, which was built by Ly Thai Tong and the Temple of Literature, founded by Emperor Ly Thanh Tong. Stop in the heart of Hanoi at Hoan Kiem Lake, which contains an islet with a tiny Tortoise Pagoda. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. Conclude with a visit to Bao Tang Lich, once the museum of l'Ecole Francaise d'Extreme Orient, which includes artifacts from Vietnam's turbulent history. Water Puppet Show, Cyclo visiting Old Quarter. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 3: Excursion to Halong Bay and Stay overnight on Board. (B, L, D)
Early this morning, we’ll drive from Hanoi to one of the most magnificent scenic environments in the world, Halong Bay. Covering 577 square miles, this vast bay is filled with more than 3,000 limestone “peaks” or karsts that jut from the deep blue water as far as the eye can see. We’ll spend a day and a half, including an overnight with dinner and breakfast onboard, exploring this overwhelming seascape from the decks of a traditional Vietnamese boat. Comfortable and intimate, your boat features hand-crafted wooden interiors including a dining room and pleasant air-conditioned cabins with private baths. Since we’re overnight on the water, we’ll be able to explore Ha Long Bay’s most beautiful spots with time to swim and even visit some of the largest rock formations and caves. This promises to be one of your most memorable travel experiences in Asia. Stay overnight on Boat.

Day 4: Halong Bay Cruise - Flight to Hue Hue Imperial City. (B, L)
Rising to the sound of lapping bay waters, we have time for an early morning dip followed by breakfast. Sitting on the upper deck, you can relax while taking in the breath-taking beauty of the rocky islands rising from the emerald water of the bay.
After breakfast, explore Sung Sot cave, swim and relax. Cruises back to the jetty while brunch is served while you are cruising through the bay, along the way seeing more of the fascinating formations. Cruise check-out. Rejoin car drive to Hanoi. Then transfer to the airport for for catching flight to Hue City. Arrive Hue City, transfer to hotel for check in. Overnight in Hue.

Day 5: Full day sightseeing in Hue City - Old Imperial City - Hoi An. (B, L)
8.00AM – Our driver and guide will pick you up at your hotel.
In this morning, you will visit Imperial capital where Nguyen Emperors lived in the past and the Thien Mu Pagoda which is the most ancient temple in Vietnam, which was established under a mysterious legend on the riverbank.
Enjoy lunch at restaurant with delicious food.
Afternoon, we will take time to discover Hue for visiting some of the Nguyen Emperors’ mausoleums. Each tomb brings the uniqueness of each King about his palace with his orient.
Around 17:00, we will take you to your hotel then transfer to Hoi An. Overnight in Hoi An

Day 6: Hoi An Ancient Town - My Son Holly Land. (B, L)
Enjoy your breakfast at your hotel.
This morning, we will drive to visit My Son where was an imperial city during the Cham dynasty. My Son Sanctuary is a large complex of religious relics that comprises more than 70 architectural works. You can admire ancient architecture of temples and towers connected to each other with complicated red brick.  In 1999, UNESCO labeled the Cham architecture in My Son as a World Cultural Heritage Site
Afternoon, we will start walking tour around the ancient town to visit Japanese Covered Bridge, Pottery Museum, Tan Ky old house, Cantonese congregation, silk street of Hoi An, temples and pagodas of Chinese appearance. Overnight in Hoi An Check in hotel & overnight in Hoi An.

Day 7: Hoi An - Flight to Ho Chi Minh (B)
Morning, breakfast at hotel. It’s your leisure time for your relaxation in Hoi An.
Afternoon, we transfer you to airport for flight to Ho Chi Minh.
Stay overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh.

Day 8: Saigon/City Sightseeing. (B, L)
Enjoy your breakfast at your hotel.
AM: HCM City
We start the trip by visiting Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office, followed by exploring the Reunification Palace, and the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum.
PM: Cu Chi Tunnels
Located 60km from HCMC, Cu Chi is now a popular spot for both Vietnamese & foreign tourists - the network of over 200km of tunnels became legendary when they played a vital role in the War. In their heyday, the tunnels were functioning underground cities including numerous trap doors, specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers & kitchens.
Start our tour, before entering the tunnels visitors can watch a short introductory video showing how the tunnels were constructed. You will spend the next hour exploring the tunnels. Afterwards, enjoy tea, cassava (guerrilla’s food during the war). Return to Sai Gon.  Then, transfer you back to your hotel for overnight. Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 9: Full day to Mekong Delta/River Boat Trip. (B, L)
Today takes you to My Tho, the capital of Tien Giang Province. Situated on the Mekong River, 75 kilometers southeast of Ho Chi Minh City, the city is surrounded by orchards and rice fields, which produce grain for the entire country. Visit one or two of the islands that produce traditional handcrafts, coconut candy and bee farms. Visit the Vinh Trang Pagoda, the oldest one in the delta on your boat trip on the Mekong River. Return to Ho Chi Minh City. Check in hotel & stay overnight in Saigon.

Day 10: Conclude Saigon/Ho Chi Minh City. (B)
You have the morning free to relax before your return flight home. Finish your Vietnam trip arranged by Asia Charm Tours or you can extend some day to Siem Reap (Cambodia), Mui Ne (Phan Thiet) or Phu Quoc Island.

What's Included?
Hotel accommodation sharing double/twin bed room.
Transfers on tours
Meals as specified  (Breakfast = B, Lunch = L, Dinner = D)
English-speaking guide
Entrance and sightseeing fees
Boat trips in Halong Bay & the Mekong Delta
What's Excluded?
Vietnam visa arrangements (If required)
Domestic flight ticket: Hanoi – Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh City
International flights from/to Vietnam.
Drinks & Other personal expenses
Tipping/gratuities
Others not mentioned in the itinerary