Transport

- Door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services by private car - Private transfer from Ho Chi Minh City to Mui Ne and Mui Ne to Ho Chi Minh City - Limousine bus from Hanoi to Sapa and from Sapa to Hanoi - Air-conditioned bus between Hanoi and Halong Bay (2-way) - Air-conditioned bus or private cars for the excursions

Accommodation

3-stars hotels: Hanoi: San Premium Hotel or similar Pu Luong: Homestay (Private Bungalow) Halong Bay: Le Journey Cruise or similar Hoi An: Kim An Resort or similar Ho Chi Minh: Queen Ann Hotel or similar Mui Ne: NOVELA MUI NE RESORT & SPA or similar 4 stars hotels: Hanoi: Tirant Hotel or similar Pu Luong: Pu Luong Retreat or similar Ha Long Bay - La Pandora Cruise or similar Hoi An: Silkotel Hotel or similar Ho Chi Minh City: Alagon Sai Gon Hotel or similar Mui Ne: The Cliff Resort and Spa or similar 5-stars hotels: Hanoi: Apricot Hotel or similar Pu Luong: Pu Luong Retreat or similar Halong Bay : Doris Cruise or similar Hoi An: Palm Garden Hoi An or similar Ho Chi Minh City: The Myst Dong Khoi or similar Mui Ne: Anantara Mui Ne Resort or similar

Flights

Flight from Hanoi to Da Nang (Hoi An) with 20 kg luggage allowance Flight from Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh with 20 kg luggage allowance ** The cost of internal airfares is paid separately upon arrival to Realistic Asia as a local payment. The airfare fees are separated from the main tour cost because the prices of internal airfare can vary based on a number of factors, such as travel period, availability of flights, and fuel taxes. We keep it as a local payment to benefit our travelers by keeping tour costs lower and providing more flexibility during the booking process, and ensuring that travelers have a smooth and stress-free experience while on their trip.

Meals

As per the tour program: B=breakfast L-Lunch D-Dinner

Guide

Experienced English-speaking guide French/German/Spanish/ Russian/ Chinese speaking guides are available upon request. The surcharge will be applied

Hygieneprotocol

For visiting South-East Asia it is recommended (but not mandatory) to be vaccinated against Hepatitis A and B, Japanese Encephalitis, Typhoid, and Covid-19.  Please note, to enter Vietnam you need to provide a vaccination certificate for Covid-19, in Laos and Thailand you can enter without a certificate but need to provide a negative PCR or rapid test issued no earlier than 48 hours before arrival. In Cambodia, if you do not have the vaccination certificate you will be obligated to make a test at the airport upon arrival.  Please contact our team before the trip to get the latest updates on vaccination requirements

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Others

X Beverage, Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities X Early check-in and late check-out (If not mentioned) X Compulsory Gala Dinner on 24 Dec, 31 Dec and 21 Jan (Tet) X Public holiday surcharge (Christmas and New Year, Tet holiday) if applicable X Surcharge for airport cabs from 12:00 am – 05:00 am X Visa stamping fee on arrival at the airport (Vietnam: 25$/person) X Services not mentioned above

Insurance

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Day 1 Day 1: Welcome To Vietnam – Hanoi Arrival
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Welcome To Vietnam – Hanoi Arrival

Your trip begins with your arrival in Vietnam. Our driver will meet and greet you at the airport. You will be escorted to the hotel by private transportation. Check in to the hotel and get over the jet lag. After enjoying the first day yourself and return to the hotel for a relaxing sleep.
Day 2 Day 2: Ba Vi Eco Tour (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Ba Vi Eco Tour (B/L)

Have breakfast at the hotel then you will be escorted by an experienced English-speaking guide, to the countryside located on the outskirt of Hanoi. The approximate travel time is one hour and 30 minutes.

Then arriving at Mr. Duoc’s house, you will be welcomed with fresh honey tea and green lentils or lotus seeds made by his family. Imagine a Vietnam in the old time of war through the stories of Mr. Duoc, who is not only a veteran who lives during those hard times but also a green tea expert. You will visit his tea plantation which is one of the largest in Ri village and join with locals in green tea processing. Afterward, have a Vietnamese cooking demonstration with another local host and then enjoy a home-cooked lunch in a lovely garden.

After that, you will wander around the village and mingling with local people. You will visit the local craftsman who has been skilled at making conical hats from a very young age and other workshops in the village to see how people there make tofu or shell the rice. As you meander through the countryside you will experience the friendliness of the local people greeting you along the way. Then join your guides for a leisurely cycling trip along the country roads. Observe traditional Vietnamese rural life as the local people work in the paddy fields. Along the way, watch out for a water buffalo plowing a paddy field while ducks swim across the top. Stop at another host family for foot bathing following the recipes of Muong ethnic group and relaxing time before embarking on your private boat for a trip along the Da river.

Then we transfer back to Hanoi and overnight in Hanoi.
Day 3 Day 3: Hanoi – Pu Luong (B/L/D) Village Life | Water Wheels | Rafting
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Hanoi – Pu Luong (B/L/D) Village Life | Water Wheels | Rafting

07:00 AM: Pick up at your hotel in the Old Quarter area. Expect a 4-hour drive without heavy traffic.

10:00 AM: Stop for a 15-minute rest break halfway through the journey. Enjoy picturesque village landscapes along the way.

12:00 PM: Arrive at Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Have lunch at a local restaurant. Check in at your reserved room (standard check-in time 14:00) and relax at your own pace.

01:30 PM: Afternoon leisurely walks.

Transfer to Ban Cong and start a 2.5km walk. Cross a suspension bridge to reach one of Pu Luong’s most scenic villages, where the largest stream flows through. Along the river, admire stunning landscapes, rice fields, and village life. Seek for the giant water wheels, a remarkable creation of Vietnam’s mountainous ethnic minorities. Difficulty level 2/5.

Arrive at Chieu Lau dam and embark on a bamboo rafting experience. Paddle the raft upstream with locals and have fun.

03:00 PM: The raft lands on the other side of the river. Embark on another 2km trek through rice fields and villages, completing a loop trail. Meet the transfer at the main road and return to the hotel for relaxation by 05:00 PM

Evening: Culinary exploration and leisure

Optional cooking class for those interested. Enjoy a delicious dinner at 7:00 PM, followed by free time to relax. This concludes your first day in Pu Luong.

Overnight in Pu Luong.
Day 4 Day 4: Pu Luong Full Day Easy Rider (B/L/D) Caving | Riding | Swimming
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Pu Luong Full Day Easy Rider (B/L/D) Caving | Riding | Swimming

07:00 AM: Start your day with a delightful breakfast. Ready by 9:00, to embark on a perfect ride with a local touch, to melt into the jungles and conquer the largest cave and waterfall in Pu Luong.

Begin with an exciting ride heading to Kho Muong village, ride through Bang village, experience a jungle ride, and contemplate one of the most captivating rice fields in Pu Luong.

Upon arrival at Kho Muong village - an isolated village of Thai People, your rider take you around to get a glance of local life and explore Bat cave, the largest cave in Pu Luong.

11:00 AM: Bid farewell to Kho Muong and continue your journey towards Hieu village. A leisurely ride through rural lanes, the motorbike offers the gift of a connection to nature in Pu Luong.

Lunchtime: Refreshing by the waterfall

Enjoy a short, refreshing walk to a unique waterfall nestled within the Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Here, you will have a delightful lunch, surrounded by the sounds of nature.

Afternoon: Village life and return journey

After your meal, take some time to swim in the crystal-clear waters and explore local village life, immersing yourself in the charm of Pu Luong. Time to hop back on your motorbike and make your way back to the hotel, ensuring you arrive by 4:00 PM for some self-relaxation.

Evening: Culinary exploration and leisure

For those interested, a cooking class is available (optional) for you to learn the secrets of Vietnamese cuisine. At 7:00 PM, savor a delicious dinner, and then you’re free to enjoy the evening at your own pace. This marks the end of an enchanting day in Pu Luong.

Overnight in Pu Luong.
Day 5 Day 5: Pu Luong – Hanoi (B/L) Iconic Rice Terrace | Local Brocade
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Pu Luong – Hanoi (B/L) Iconic Rice Terrace | Local Brocade

07:00 AM: Enjoy breakfast and prepare for the day’s activities. Be ready by 8:30 AM.

08:45 AM: Take a leisurely stroll down the valley to Don village, renowned as the epicenter of Pu Luong. This area boasts a gentle road that winds through vast terraced fields. With every step, you’ll witness the captivating transformation of the scenery. As you continue your walk, you’ll come across Uoi hamlet. When viewed from above, this hamlet nestles humbly at the base of the towering mountain. We assure you that this landscape will be a visual delight and may even fill up your phone’s memory card with its beauty.

Descend the hill to Lan Village, often referred to as the "Kingdom of Thai People in Pu Luong" home to around 100 Thai families. You can opt for a leisurely bicycle ride (optional) or take a relaxed stroll around. Here, you’ll encounter the soothing sights of cool streams, verdant farmlands, ducks joyfully paddling in ponds, and friendly locals going about their day. You’ll have the opportunity to observe their everyday activities, marked by simplicity and humility, with a special focus on their traditional brocade sewing. Take this time to engage with the locals and learn about their craft. After that, transfer back for check out your room by 11:30 and have lunch.

01:00 PM: Prepare for the bus journey back to Hanoi. Expect to arrive at your hotel in Hanoi by 6:30 PM, barring heavy traffic. The tour concludes at your Hanoi hotel.

Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 6 Day 6: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Overnight On Cruise (B/L/D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Overnight On Cruise (B/L/D)

In the morning, after breakfast at the hotel, the Cruise team will pick you up. Take the most scenic route to reach Halong Bay, taking you across the Red River Delta with emerald green rice paddies stretching for as far as the eyes can see. On arrival to Halong, you will enjoy a cruise on the Bay and explore the limestone rocks and the karst grottoes.

After you are done with your exploration of the bay, it is time to enjoy an utterly delicious seafood lunch, after which there will be a trip to the famous limestone cave in Ha Long Bay, you’ll get to spend some time here, kayaking or swimming so that you can get closer to the floating villages and shops. Towards the evening, you will return to the boat for an early dinner, followed by some time at leisure. You can optionally attend the activities taking part on the boat or just relax.

Overnight on cruise.
Day 7 Day 7: Halong Bay - Hanoi (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Halong Bay - Hanoi (B/L)

Rise early for a lesson in Tai Chi or just to enjoy a hearty breakfast. The boat will make its way back to the port stopping at the Limestone Cave, full of stalagmites and stalactites. From here, it’s clear sailing back to the main harbor and the return to Hanoi around 17:00.

Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 8 Day 8: Hanoi Fly To Hoi An (B) Flight Included
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Hanoi Fly To Hoi An (B) Flight Included

Have breakfast at the hotel and a relaxing time before boarding a flight from Hanoi to Hoi An. Approximately flight time is one hour and 30 minutes. Upon your arrival, you will be transferred from the airport to your hotel in Hoi An’s center.

Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 9 Day 9: Hoi An Leisure - Optional Tour With Hoi An Eco Tour (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Hoi An Leisure - Optional Tour With Hoi An Eco Tour (B)

Today you will have free time to explore Hoi An at your own pace, seeing what interests you. This ancient town is full of Japanese merchant houses and pagodas, temples, and antique warehouses. Or just lounge about in a laid-back riverside café on the bank of the Thu Bon River.

OPTIONAL TOUR - HOI AN ECO TOUR

Today your English-speaking guide will meet you at the hotel and take you on a tour of the countryside and rivers around Hoi An. As you meander through the countryside you will experience the friendliness of the local people greeting you along the way. After that, you will board the Hoi An Eco-tour boat for a river cruise to meet and engage with local fishermen. Enjoy a hands-on experience of traditional net fishing. You will also take a paddle boat trip in a unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boat down the waterways of a coconut palm paradise.

In the afternoon, leisure time on your own exploring the ancient town or relaxing at the hotel.
Day 10 Day 10: Hoi An Leisure Day (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Hoi An Leisure Day (B)

Leisure day in Hoi An and stroll around this peaceful city.

Overnight in Hoi An.
Day 11 Day 11: Hoi An Fly To Ho Chi Minh City (B) Flight Included
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Hoi An Fly To Ho Chi Minh City (B) Flight Included

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport and take the flight to Ho Chi Minh city.

On Ho Chi Minh arrival, you will be picked up and transferred to the hotel for check-in.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.
Day 12 Day 12: Ho Chi Minh City – Cu Chi Tunnel (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Ho Chi Minh City – Cu Chi Tunnel (B)

Today you will be picked up by an experienced English-speaking guide to Cu Chi Tunnels, located in the countryside near Ho Chi Minh City. The approximate travel time is one hour and 30 minutes. The residents of Cu Chi took the war underground into a highly developed network of tunnels that at its height stretched as far as Cambodia and included meeting rooms, kitchens, and triage areas. Imperceptible from the ground, opposing armies could roll their tanks over the bunkers without causing damage to the tunnels below. Living conditions were harsh – in addition to fighting the war, resident’s battled food and oxygen scarcity, venomous insects, and cramped living quarters. Gain important insight into the prolonged struggle against invading armies, and appreciation for the resilience and spirit of the Vietnamese people. After that, travelers can try the delicious manioc which was the main food for guerilla-warriors in Cu Chi during the war. Visitors can try to fire off an AK47 or MK16 or machine guns at the nearby shooting range.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Day 13 Day 13: Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta (B/L)

7:20 am Pick up from the hotel.

Kick start your day with a hearty breakfast and a trip to Mekong Delta follows, depart for My Tho, the town that lies on the left side of the Mekong River. Boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise islands.

Stop over at Unicorn Island, go walking around the country lane and see orchards, and enjoy tropical fruits and folk song music performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation.

Riding a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal and treat yourself in the beauty of the countryside, visit the family business, visit honey-bee farm, enjoy honey tea and coconut candy workshop.

Have lunch at local restaurant. Break time.

In the afternoon, time for cycling around the Tan Thach village, meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong delta. Hammock relaxing and enjoy cool breeze for those can’t join the cycling trip.

Return to Ho Chi Minh.
Day 14 Day 14: Ho Chi Minh City Transfer To Mui Ne (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Ho Chi Minh City Transfer To Mui Ne (B)

Enjoy your time in Ho Chi Minh. Then we will be transferred to Mui Ne by car. On Mui Ne, we will check in at the hotel.

Overnight in Mui Ne.
Day 15 Day 15: Mui Ne Leisure Day (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Mui Ne Leisure Day (B)

On this day you will be at leisure in Mui Ne Beach. Immerse yourself in the emerald water on the beach.
Day 16 Day 16: Mui Ne Leisure Day (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 16: Mui Ne Leisure Day (B)

On this day you will be at leisure in Mui Ne Beach. Immerse yourself in the emerald water on the beach.
Day 17 Day 17: Mui Ne Leisure Day (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 17: Mui Ne Leisure Day (B)

On this day you will be at leisure in Mui Ne Beach. Immerse yourself in the emerald water on the beach.
Day 18 Day 18: Mui Ne Leisure Day (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 18: Mui Ne Leisure Day (B)

On this day you will be at leisure in Mui Ne Beach. Immerse yourself in the emerald water on the beach.
Day 19 Day 19: Mui Ne Leisure - Transfer To Ho Chi Minh City (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 19: Mui Ne Leisure - Transfer To Ho Chi Minh City (B)

This day you will be at leisure in Mui Ne Beach. And then you transfer to Ho Chi Minh. Hotel check-in and overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.
Day 20 Day 20: Time To Say Goodbye - Ho Chi Minh Departure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 20: Time To Say Goodbye - Ho Chi Minh Departure

Relish a healthy breakfast on the final day of your trip. Complete the hotel check-out formalities after which you can visit the local markets and buy souvenirs for your loved ones. Later, proceed for departure and board your flight back home.

Trip Ends.

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Perfect Vietnam Holiday In 20 Days

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Itinerary of your trip Perfect Vietnam Holiday In 20 Days

Day 1: Welcome To Vietnam – Hanoi Arrival

Day 2: Ba Vi Eco Tour (B/L)

Day 3: Hanoi – Pu Luong (B/L/D) Village Life | Water Wheels | Rafting

Day 4: Pu Luong Full Day Easy Rider (B/L/D) Caving | Riding | Swimming

Day 5: Pu Luong – Hanoi (B/L) Iconic Rice Terrace | Local Brocade

Day 6: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Overnight On Cruise (B/L/D)

Day 7: Halong Bay - Hanoi (B/L)

Day 8: Hanoi Fly To Hoi An (B) Flight Included

Day 9: Hoi An Leisure - Optional Tour With Hoi An Eco Tour (B)

Day 10: Hoi An Leisure Day (B)

Day 11: Hoi An Fly To Ho Chi Minh City (B) Flight Included

Day 12: Ho Chi Minh City – Cu Chi Tunnel (B)

Day 13: Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta (B/L)

Day 14: Ho Chi Minh City Transfer To Mui Ne (B)

Day 15: Mui Ne Leisure Day (B)

Day 16: Mui Ne Leisure Day (B)

Day 17: Mui Ne Leisure Day (B)

Day 18: Mui Ne Leisure Day (B)

Day 19: Mui Ne Leisure - Transfer To Ho Chi Minh City (B)

Day 20: Time To Say Goodbye - Ho Chi Minh Departure

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