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10 DAYS FROM THE SOUTH TO THE NORTH OF VIETNAM2016
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32 Tien Giang St., Tan Binh Dist., HCMC l Tel: +84-8-3547 0787 l Fax: +84-8-3547 0788
09 Phan Chu Trinh St., Hoi An City, Quang Nam Province l Tel: +84-510-391 9293 l Fax: +84-510-391 9779 l www.hoianexpress.com.vn
BRIEF ITINERARY
Day 1 HO CHI MINH CITY – Arrival
Day 2 Mekong Delta – Cai Be floating market – Vinh Long Town (BL) – 2 hours by minivan
Day 3 Cu Chi Tunnels – Da Nang (BL) by flight – 1 hour
Day 4 Da Nang – My Son Sanctuary (B)
Day 5 Da Nang - Hoi An - Ann Tailor for a free tailor-made item of clothing – Hoi An City Tour (B)
Day 6 Hoi An – Foodie tour (BL)
Day 7 Hoi An – Da Nang – Ha Noi City Tour (BL) by flight – 1 hour
Day 8 Ha Noi – Ha Long Bay (BLD) – 4 hours by minivan
Day 9 Ha Long Bay – Ha Noi (BL) – 4 hours by minivan
Day 10 HA NOI – Departure (B)
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Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - Arrival
Pick-up and welcome at the airport with the transfer to your hotel. Overnightin Ho Chi Minh City.5* option: EASTIN GRAND HOTEL – Superior 4* option: GOLDEN CENTRAL HOTEL SAIGON – Deluxe3* option: SEN VIET HOTEL - Deluxe
Day 2: Mekong Delta – Cai Be floating market, Vinh Long Town (BL) byminivan – 2 hours
The day will begin with a two-hour ride from Ho Chi Minh City to the MekongDelta. Upon arrival, we will take a boat cruise to visit Cai Be Floating Market.The floating market is one of the most interesting and exciting attractions tovisit in the Mekong Delta. At the floating market you can watch locals aboardtheir small boats trading fresh goods and local commodities.
Leave Cai Be for Binh Hoa Phuoc Islet where the maze of shady creeks willsurely fascinate you. You will have a chance to linger amidst the localfarmers, learn the secrets of their bonsai gardening and sample localproducts. We will continue to Vinh Long Town passing through the MyThuan Suspension Bridge that sits high above the Mekong River from onceside to the other. We will then experience a traditional lunch meal at a localhome prior to returning to Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.5* option: EASTIN GRAND HOTEL – Superior 4* option: GOLDEN CENTRAL HOTEL SAIGON – Deluxe3* option: SEN VIET HOTEL - Deluxe
Day 3: Cu Chi Tunnels - Da Nang (BL) by flight – 1 hour
Start the day with a visit to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, a network of tunnelsstretching over 200 km. Cu Chi became legendary during the 1960's inplaying a vital role in the Vietnam War by allowing Viet Cong (communistguerillas) to control large rural areas, just 30 to 40 km away from Ho Chi MinhCity.
After lunch, transfer to airport for a flight to Da Nang.Upon arrival, pick up and transfer to the hotel.Overnight in Da Nang.5* option: GRAND MERCURE DANANG - Superior4* option: VANDA DA NANG HOTEL – Superior3* option: FANSIPAN DANANG HOTEL – Superior
Day 4 Da Nang – My Son Sanctuary (B)
After breakfast, a visit to the My Son Sanctuary is an experience that shouldnot be missed while visiting the beautiful city of Hoi An. With us as your tourguide, enjoy a half-day trip to visit the capital and religious centre of theformer Champa Kingdom, My Son, which has been designated as a UNESCOWorld Heritage site. During a time spanning from the 4th to 8th centuries,when Tra Kieu (then known as Simhapura) served as the political capital ofChampa, My Son was the site of the most important Cham intellectuals and areligious centre.
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It is also believed that this site could have been used as a place of burial forCham monarchs. My Son is considered to be Cham’s counterpart to the grandcities of South-East Asia’s other Indian influenced civilizations: Angkor(Cambodia), Bagan (Myanmar), Ayuthaya (Thailand), and Borobudur (Java).After the tour to the sanctuary, we will return to your hotel. Free time in theafternoon. Overnight in Da Nang.5* option: GRAND MERCURE DANANG - Superior4* option: VANDA DA NANG HOTEL – Superior3* option: FANSIPAN DANANG HOTEL - Superior
Day 5 Da Nang - Hoi An - Ann Tailor for a free tailor-made item of clothing– Hoi An City Tour (B)
10:00 Check out. Transfer to Hoi An and contact Ann Tailor at 09 Phan ChuTrinh Street, Hoi An Town to have a free tailor-made item of clothing.
In the afternoon, exploring Hoi An on foot is one of the best ways to absorbthe beauty of this city. While walking around Hoi An, exploring the small yetbeautiful town, tourists (even frequent visitors) find that it is a place of quietand peace. The unique atmosphere combines elements of Vietnam, Chinaand Japan. The most remarkable views are from the ancient houses,reminding visitors of a long gone past and providing a momentary glimpse ofa more subdued and simple time.
The tour includes visits to Hoi An’s Museum, many of the town’s renownedAncient Houses which boast remarkable architecture, Assembly Halls ofChinese influence, a handicraft workshop, and of course the JapaneseCovered Bridge. Overnight in Hoi An.5* option: SUNRISE HOI AN BEACH RESORT – Garden Deluxe4* option: RIVER BEACH RESORT & RESIDENCES – Deluxe3* option: SEA AND SAND HOTEL - Deluxe
Day 6 Hoi An – Foodie tour (BL)
09:00 Foodie tour. Discover Hoi An’s countryside and its local food bybicycle. We will start our tour by going through the countryside and stop toenjoy a bowl of Cao Lau. Cao Lau is a specialty and a traditional Hoi An dishcomposed of flat noodles, pork, bean sprouts, and greens served in a savorybroth. The noodles are made with local sticky rice soaked in the water thatmust be taken from Ba Le Well.
We will continue our visit to Tra Que, a famous vegetable village, and on toCam Ha. You will have the opportunity to enjoy My Quang noodles, anothervery famous local specialty. Before the end of the tour, we will go to CamNam to enjoy the Ying and Yang food. This tour is definitely an interestingjourney, allowing you to try local specialties and enjoy the charmingcountryside of Hoi An.5* option: SUNRISE HOI AN BEACH RESORT – Garden Deluxe4* option: RIVER BEACH RESORT & RESIDENCES – Deluxe3* option: SEA AND SAND HOTEL – Deluxe
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Day 7: Hoi An – Da Nang – Ha Noi City Tour (BL) by flight – 1 hour
Have breakfast. Check out. Transfer to Da Nang airport for a flight to Ha Noi.Once arrived in Ha Noi and checked-in to your hotel. After lunch, you visit theTemple of Literature (The first Imperial School in Vietnam), Hoan Kiem Lake,the Jade Mountain Temple, But Tower (Pen-Shaped Tower), Dai Nghien (InkStand), The Red – painted wooden and the Huc Bridge…Have a cyclo(pedicab) ride around Ha Noi ancient town. Overnight in Ha Noi.5* option: SHERATON HANOI HOTEL – Deluxe4* option: FLOWER GARDEN HOTEL – Deluxe3* option: FLOWER HOTEL - Superior
Day 8: Ha Noi - Ha Long Bay (BLD)
The shuttle bus will pick you up at your hotel and depart for Ha Long Bay, gothrough the scenic countryside. The wondrous Ha Long Bay is truly one ofVietnam’s most impressive scenic sights. Heading out of the town, embark ona boat for an exploration of the legendary Ha Long Bay. This exciting cruisewill provide a fantastic view of the picturesque scenery blending with the skyand some 3,000 limestone islands rising amazingly from the clear andemerald water. The limestone karsts formations are littered with beaches,grottoes and beautiful caves. Along the way, anchor for a leisurely swim in asecluded cove and an enjoyable visit to one of the many hidden grottoesbeneath towering cliffs. Stay overnight on the Junk Cruise.5* option: BHAYA CLASSIC – Deluxe4* option: EMOTION CRUISE – Deluxe3* option: MAJESTIC CRUISE – Deluxe
Day 9: Ha Long Bay - Ha Noi (BL)
After breakfast, swimming and sunbathing. After lunch, return to Ha Noi.Overnight in Ha Noi.5* option: SHERATON HANOI HOTEL – Deluxe4* option: FLOWER GARDEN HOTEL – Deluxe3* option: FLOWER HOTEL - Superior
Day 10: Departure (B)
Breakfast and free time until time to go to the airport for departure flight.Transfer to Noi Bai International Airport.
INCLUSIONS – EXCLUSIONS - QUOTATION
Inclusions:Pre-approval letter for visa on arrivalHotel pick-up and returnAccommodations (twin/double share) (9 nights, including 8 nights at hotels and resort, 1 night on cruise)Minivan with air-condition, all entrance feesBoat trip in Ha Long, in Mekong deltaMineral waterMeals specific in the itinerary (9 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 1 dinner)English speaking tour guideDomestic Flight ticket (Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang; Da Nang – Ha Noi), 20 kg checked baggage, 7 kg hand baggageChild 0 – 5 years old: 10%, 6 – 10 years old: 50% using the same bed with parentsJoin in a group tour of maximum 10 persons.Valid till 31 Dec 2016
Exclusions:Visa stamp fee USD25 (paid to the Visa office at Tan Son Nhat Airport)Compulsory dinner on 24 Dec and 31 Dec surcharge will be advised and added by Hoi An ExpressTips and gratuitiesTravel insurancePersonal expenses such as: shopping, telephone, beverage, etc.International air tickets from/to Australia
Hotel standardPrice per person
(twin/double/tripleshare)
Price per person(single room)
5* AUD 2,162 AUD 3,273
4* AUD 1,584 AUD 2,002
3* AUD1,199 AUD1,499
DEPARTURE DATES
2016
JANUARY: 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30FEBRUARY: 20, 24, 27MARCH: 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30APRIL: 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23MAY: 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28JUNE: 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29JULY: 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30AUGUST: 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27, 31SEPTEMBER: 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28OCTOBER: 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 29NOVEMBER: 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30DECEMBER: 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21
*** Note
If you cannot choose any from above departure dates, please contact us at [email protected], we will check the availability and we may arrange the trip departing on your request date.
CONTACT – TERMS & CONDITIONS
Contact
Pham Que Anh (Annie)
[email protected] l Cell: +84-903 731 899
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Documents to provide
Copy of passports
International flight tickets
Booking
Minimum 2 vouchers per booking
Booking at least 30 days in advance
Hotels/cruise will be at 3, 4 or 5 star standard and will be booked at similar standard when the ones listing are fully booked.
!!!! Special arrangement for Airline staff
Airline staff who will have special benefit from their Airline company in last minute air-ticket CAN provide international air tickets on boarding date but need to:
-Book 1 extra day before the departure of the trip to make sure that if there is any change, they still can catch the tour.
-Confirm departure date as normal guests 30 days in advance.
Terms & Conditions
- CHANGES BY THE CUSTOMER PRIOR TO DEPARTURE
A modification of booking by the customer won’t lead to complementary charges in the following cases:
• Increase of the number of pax
• Increase of the number of services
• In case of a change arising during the trip, the supplementary charges will be directly paid at this time.
- CANCELLATION CHARGES
ALL cancellation from the customer arise additional charges as follows:
• More than 90 days before departure: 10% of the tour price
• 30-90 days before departure: 50% of the tour price
• 7-29 days before departure: 75% of the tour price
• Less than 7 days or No show: 100% of the tour price
- VALIDITY OF VOUCHER
During the year 2016