Dear Mr. Tuan,
Thanks you for your note. First of all, a very happy new year.
We indeed had a great time. The travels were all well organized. All the tour guides were very courteous and knowledgeable. Mr. Ziang in Hanoi was particularly very good as was Mr. Luat in Hoi An/Hue. Mr. Do in HCMC and Mr. Souvan in Siem Reap also were good.
I have to give a talk at a conference in Beijing in the first week of June and I am thinking of doing some traveling over there with my wife before the conference. Do you organize travel over there also? If not, can you recommend a travel agency just like yours for about a 10-12 day tour to cover Beijing, Xian, Guilin and Shanghai? Please advise.
Thanks also for the nice bottle of wine in HCMC,
Regards,
Kishore Udipi
Saigon – Cu Chi Tunnels – Mekong – Hoi An – Hue – Hanoi – Halong – Siem Reap – Saigon
Dr. Kishore Udipi and Mrs. Sheela Udipi – 01 double room
(Vegetarian meals for Mrs. Sheela Udipi, no eggs, fish, fish sauce, poultry or meat)
ITINERARY
24 Dec 11 Saigon Arrival
Arrive at Tan Son Nhat airport, welcome by our private Vietnam tour guide and driver and transfer to you hotel for check in. Ho Chi Minh (Saigon), the most exciting city of Vietnam, a mecca of commerce, also a city with a chequered history and a rich culture, its pagodas, museums, public buildings, parks and boulevards make it one of the most delightful Vietnam Tours and cities to visit in Vietnam.
Free time at leisure. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh
Meals: None
Opt2: Renaissance / Deluxe City View / www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/sgnbr-renaissance-riverside-hotel-saigon/
25 Dec 11 Saigon – Tay Ninh – Cu Chi Tunnels – Saigon
After breakfast, enjoy a morning drive through typical southern Vietnamese countryside to Tay Ninh Province in the west of Vietnam. At Tay Ninh visit the incredible Cao Dai Great Temple, with architecture that could have come straight from a Walt Disney fantasy and where all the major faiths of the world blend together in a unique religious cocktail. In the afternoon, visit the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, an underground tunnel network constructed by Vietnamese resistance fighters during the long struggle for independence where you will understand more about the Vietnam War or American War, a must see Vietnam Tour for any tourists to learn about Vietnam past and present days. Overnight in Ho chi Minh
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Opt2: Renaissance / Deluxe City View / www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/sgnbr-renaissance-riverside-hotel-saigon/
26 Dec 11 Saigon – Cai Be floating market – Saigon – Hoi An
After breakfast, we start early to explore Mekong Delta, a major rice producing area. This must be one of the most fascinating riverine deltas in the world. The Mekong splits into nine major arteries. A vast network of rivers and waterways with thousands of ships of all sizes plowing the waters gives the Mekong Delta a very special atmosphere and no doubt one of the most favorite destinations for Vietnam Tours and a smart Vietnam Tour maker would never skip. On arrival, we will make a boat trip to the Cai Be floating Market, visit villages and meet the people of the Mekong Delta. Continue your boat trip to An Binh Island for Lunch in a local family, explore the village then transfer back to Ho Chi Minh Airport for your departure flight to Danang. (VN1326Q 26DEC M SGNDAD HK2 1940 2050). Pick up and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Hoi An.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Opt2: Palm Garden Resort / Superior / http://palmgardenresort.com.vn/beta/
27 Dec 11 Hoi An – My Son – Hoi An
After breakfast, we invite you an interesting visit to My Son Holy land, once the spiritual capital of Champa Kingdom that dominated South East Asia for nearly a thousand years and occupied most of the central parts of Vietnam from 2nd century to 16th century with very rich in history and culture. Contemplate its remarkable red brick towers and sanctuaries dating from between the 7th and 13th centuries. My Son is interesting Vietnam Tours for the ones who want to learn about Vietnam History, Vietnam Culture, Vietnam Architecture.
Drive back to Hoi An, free to visit the former merchants' homes, the 400 year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, Phuc Kien Pagoda and the colourful riverside market. Overnight in Hoi An.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Opt2: Palm Garden Resort / Superior / http://palmgardenresort.com.vn/beta/
28 Dec 11 Hoi An – Hue
After breakfast, leave Hoi An for Hue, the last imperial capital of Vietnam, well-known for magnific architecture, pagodas and royal tombs laid in small villages and surrounding hills and one of the most popular cities for all the Vietnam Tours. En route have a look at the famous China Beach and visit Cham Museum which contains the finest collection of Cham sculpture in the world. Upon arrival in Hue, visit the Imperial Citadel, the Purple Forbidden City. Overnight in Hue.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Opt2: La Residence Resort & Spa / Superior / http://www.la-residence-hue.com/
29 Dec 11 Hue – Hanoi
Hue is one of places, which has many cultural heritages. Up to now, there is no place like Hue remaining a lot of originally historical vestiges as in this ancient Capital City and an enjoyable stop for your Vietnam tours. After breakfast, our tour starts with the beautiful boat trip on the romantic Perfume River and visit Hue's best-known religious site-Thien Mu Pagoda and the Mausoleum of former emperor Minh Mang in a tranquil setting of gardens and lakes. After lunch, we drive you to the airport for the short flight to Hanoi (VN1542M 29DEC Q HUIHAN HK2 1520 1630). Upon arrival, our private Vietnam Tour guide and driver will welcome your Vietnam Holiday, pick up and transfer to the hotel for check in. Hanoi, a city where the exotic chic of old Asia blends with the dynamic face of new Asia. Where the medieval and modern co-exist. A city with a blend of Parisian grace and Asian pace, an architectural museum piece evolving in harmony with its history, rather than bulldozing through like many of the region’s capitals. Hanoi is where imagination becomes reality. Free at leisure. Overnight in Hanoi.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Opt2: Melia / Deluxe / www.meliahanoi.com.vn
30 Dec 11 Hanoi City Tour
Hanoi is choice for any Vietnam Tours. Today we enjoy a full day Hanoi city tour of this charming capital city including the mausoleum of the nation's founder Ho Chi Minh (close on Monday & Friday), the Presidential Palace, the Ho Chi Minh's house on stilts, the One Pillar Pagoda, the Temple of Literature, the impressive Ethnologic Museum, the Hilton Prison (Hoa Lo), the peaceful lake of the Restored Sword.
Late afternoon we take a cyclo tour for a short excursion through the bustling old quarter streets named after the specific goods once offered for sale at these places. In the evening, we end Hanoi city tour with a fantastic traditional water puppet show.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Opt2: Melia / Deluxe / www.meliahanoi.com.vn
31 Dec 11 Hanoi – Halong Cruise
08:00 Pick up at your hotel and drive to Halong.
11:30 Arrive at Bai Chay/Halong pier.
12:15 Transfer by tender to the Indochina Sails boat – enjoy Welcome Drink. Receive cruise briefing and check in to cabins and begin cruise.
13:00 Lunch - deluxe Vietnamese and International Set Menu.
Massage service is available beginning after lunch and throughout the cruise.
14.30 Arrive at Titop Island. Enjoy swimming, relaxing on the beach and climbing the steps to the top of the mountain on the island for fantastic views and photo opportunities. Water and towels supplied. We will spend about 45 minutes on the island.
15.15 Transfer back to the boat and sail for approximately 45 minutes to our second destination - the Bat Cave area.
16.15 Arrive at the Bat Cave area. There are two programs to choose from at this time. One option is a 40 minute kayaking program to the nearby Bat Cave and lagoon and surrounding waters. Kayaking is $10. per person unless already booked as part of your package. Water is supplied.
The second option is to visit the largest floating fishing village in Halong Bay. We will travel to the village on the tender and tour the village for approximately 20 minutes.
18:30 Arrive at Luon Bo area - anchor for overnight.
19:00 Dinner - deluxe Vietnamese & Western Buffet or Set Menu Dinner.
20:30 Evening activities include: film entertainment in the dining room at approximately 9:15, board games and playing cards are available, join squid fishing from the boat with our crew, massage services are available. Also at this time we offer, when possible - depending on weather conditions, an excursion to a nearby squid fishing boat. We travel by tender and you will be able to board the squid boat and see how the local fishermen catch squid and other fish, the excursion lasts about 45 minutes.
21:00 – 23:00 Happy Hour! Buy one drink - get one free (wine excluded).
23.00 End of program for Day One
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Junk: Indochinasails / Deluxe
01 Jan 12 Halong – Hanoi – Siem Reap
6:45 Coffee, tea and breakfast pastries served in the dining room.
7:00 Arrive at the Surprise Cave area, there is a small fishing village here. Relax onboard. You may join Tai Chi instruction on the sundeck at 7:00, duraion about 30 minutes.
8:00 Transfer by tender to the Surprise Cave. Walk up the 100 steps to the entrance of the cave and tour on foot for approximately 45 minutes.
9:00 Upon return to the boat take time to freshen up and please check-out of cabins. Please leave heavy luggage outside of the cabins (staff will transfer to the pier). Depart for Bai Chay/Halong pier.
9:30 Enjoy Breakfast Set Menu or Buffet served in the dining room. Settle bills in the dining room after breakfast.
10:00 Relax on the sundeck or in the dining room and enjoy the bay scenery as we approach the pier.
10:45 Arrive at Bai Chay/Halong pier.
11:00 Transfer by tender to the pier. Pick up and drive back to Hanoi airport for the flight to Siem Reap (VN 835C 01JAN S HANREP HK2 1820 2000 - confirmed Business Class and waitlist Economy Class). Upon your arrival, pick up and transfer to your hotel, free at leisure and overnight in Siem Reap.
Meals: Breakfast
Opt2: Sokha Angkor Resort / Deluxe City / www.sokhahotels.com
02 Jan 12 Siem Reap Tour
BF at hotel. Visit South Gate of Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, Phimean Akas, Terrace of Elephant and Leper King, Baphoun. Afternoon visit Ta Phrom temple and Angkor Wat Temple. Sunset at Bakheng Hill. In the evening, enjoy dinner with Apsara show. Overnight in REP
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Opt2: Sokha Angkor Resort / Deluxe City / www.sokhahotels.com
03 Jan 12 Siem Reap – Ho Chi Minh
After breakfast at hotel, then take boat cruise tour to visit Tonle Sap Lake for floating village and fisherman life style. And then visit Artisan D’Angkor for carving and silk center. Back to your hotel (check out at noon). Transfer you to the airport for the flight to Ho Chi Minh. (VN3820S 03JAN T REPSGN HK2 1745 1845). Pick up on your arrival and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Meals: Breakfast
Opt2: Renaissance / Deluxe City View / www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/sgnbr-renaissance-riverside-hotel-saigon/
04 Jan 12 Ho Chi Minh (B)
Free time at leisure for you to wrap up your memorial Indochina Tours until Indochinavalue's private guide will see you off at the airport with the sincere thanks for traveling with Indochinavalue. We hope that you have enjoyed your time with us and look forward to your next trip. Indochinavalue says goodbye and see you again!!!
END OF SERVICE
Inclusion:
• Domestic flights: Saigon – Danang, Hue – Hanoi, Hanoi – Siem Reap, Siem Reap – Saigon
• All transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
• Hotel accommodation in double sharing room
• 1 night on board the junk in Ha Long
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary
• English speaking guide
• Entrance fees to indicated sights
• Private boat trips in Hue, Cai Be
• Water puppet show, cyclo ride in Hanoi
• Bottled mineral water during touring days
Exclusion:
• International FLIGHTS
• Drinks
• Other meals
• Insurance
• Personal expenses
• Expenses for any optional tours or activities during free time
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