🇻🇳 VIETNAM — Detailed travel guide
Key practical notes
Hanoi → Halong Bay transfer time ~ 2–4 hrs depending on route and traffic; many operators take ~3 hrs.
Vietnam offers e-visas and visa-on-arrival options for many nationalities; check requirements for your passport. (e-visa details differ by nationality).
Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport, welcome by our guide and transfer to your hotel. The transfer distance is approximately 40 minutes. Check in hotel at 14:00.
Afternoon, you will visit the Ho Chi Minh Complex includes Ba Dinh square, the President Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (closed on Monday and Friday, every afternoon, we can still view from the outside the building), a sightseeing of the Presidential Palace (view from outside), President’s Fishpond, House on Stilts, and the famous One Pillar Pagoda. Tran Quoc Pagoda - the oldest Buddhist temple in Hanoi, is located on a small island near the southeastern shore of Hanoi's West Lake, Vietnam.
Stopping at Hoan Kiem Lake, start for a walking tour through the fame Hanoi Old Quarters known for its ‘36 streets of 36 wares’ named after the original 36 artisan guilds that date as far back as the 13th century.
Have dinner and overnight in Hanoi.
Morning, our bus will pick you up at hotel then transfer (about 5.5hour driving) to Lao Cai via Hanoi Lao Cai Highways – the Vietnam’s longest expressway, cutting travel time in half to Sa Pa.
You will have lunch at local restaurant then check in hotel and take a short rest.
Afternoon, first stop you will visit Sapa Church before take a short car ride just 3 km out of Sa Pa to Cat Cat village inhabited by a community of Hmong ethnic minority people. The village is known as a cultural site since many traditions and customs of the Black Hmong are still preserved to date. The traditional trades of brocade making and silver and bronze smith are still practiced nowadays by villagers after numerous generations of their ancestors. You can see the Hmong women by their looms weaving fabrics, which will be later on dyed with sap from leaves for the desired coloration. Your walk through the village will take you to Tien Sa waterfall (Silver Waterfall) where a French-built hydropower station has been in service since 1920.
Dinner at local restaurant. After dinner time, free time to explore night market in Sapa. Overnight at hotel in Sapa
After breakfast at hotel, you’re picked up then transfer from Sapa town to Fansipan cable car station. Visit Fansipan Mountain by the cable car. Enjoy the view from the highest point of this incredible mountain. The lush green and subtropical vegetation makes this mountain really very beautiful. You will have free time to take some pictures for unforgettable experience from the top.
Lunch at local restaurant.
Afternoon, take transfer back to Hanoi by bus. Have dinner and overnight in Hanoi City.
08:30: Our guide will come to pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter Center or at a meeting point. This will be an 2-hour drive to Ninh Binh, which is about 105km from Hanoi
On the road reaching Ninh Binh, you pass by a stop-over in Dong Van, Ha Nam Province. This is time for Short-break en route
10:30: We will arrive at Bai Dinh pagoda complexes - the first destination to visit of this day tour. Bai Dinh Pagoda is a complex of many Buddhists architectural structures and Southeast Asia’s largest complex which holds many records.
This pagoda complexes stunningly boast a array of the most massive and magnificent architecture of Vietnamese tradition refined ever built that it take a full day to explore all.
So you will visit some of the highlights that owned the national:
-500 stone statues of “La Han” (Arhats)
-2 huge bronze bells, one weighs 27 tons, other weighs 36 tones
-Three bronze statues of Tam The (50 tons each)
-With sacred atmospheres and intriguing Buddhism story which presented by our insider guide, you cannot fail to enchant.
The visit ends with a walk-up the summit mountain to see the 100 tones statue of Buddha Sakyamuni made of bronze and enjoy the panoramic view of picturesque landscape dotted with limestone mountains.
With its location, Bai Dinh Pagoda offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. Don’t forget to bring your camera and ready to take some gorgeous photos.
12:30: Enjoy a lunch at local restaurant.
13:30: Leave for the Trang An Grottoes one of the most pristine natural landscape in Ninh Binh. Recognized as a World Heritage Site since 2013, Trang An is considered an ecotourism site appealing lots of foreign tourists coming here every year.
You will spend about 2.5 hours exploring in a small bamboo boat trip rowed by a local people at Trang An natural heritage site. Visit many limestones water cave along Sao Khe River, and temples along the way.
This boat ride will be the highlight of your Bai Dinh Trang An Tour. After finish all activities, Our driver will take you return back to Hanoi for Dinner. Overnight in Hanoi.
06:00 Transfer to to Ambassador’s Lounge at 1 st Floor, Terminal – Halong International Cruise Port, Bai Chay Ward, Halong City for check-in (starting from 07:30).
08:00 – 08:45 Passengers will be checked in and transferred to Ambassador Cruise II. 09:00 – 10:30 Enjoy sightseeing while the Ambassador Cruise passes by thousands of majestic limestone islets in Halong Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay.
10:30 – 11:30 Explore Sung Sot Cave – the largest and most magnificent cave in the bay featuring marvellous and mysterious thousand-year-old stalactites in a variety of unique forms.
11:40 – 12:30 Visit Titov Island – a splendid destination encompassing a crescent moon-shaped beach, where you can immerse yourself in the turquoise water and climb to the top of the Island beholding the breath-taking 360o view of the bay.
12:30 – 14:00 Savor a premium lunch while Ambassador Cruise passes by famous beautiful landscapes in Halong Bay.
13:00 – 14:00 Enjoy tea and coffee at the restaurant.
14:00 – 15:00 Discover Luon Cave – one of the most unique caves in Halong Bay featuring the self-contained lake inside a closed arch-shaped mountain, where you can experience sitting on a bamboo boat* rowed by a local or Kayaking*.
15:00 – 16:00 Indulge in fascinating live band music at the Sundecks (except on every Monday) and admire the magical scenery of Halong Bay. You can opt to enjoy the cooking class at the 4th-floor restaurant.
16:00 – 16:30 Check out at the reception on the first deck while cruising back to the harbour.
16:30 – 17:00 Disembark at Halong International Cruise Port. Transfer back Hanoi city.
Dinner and overnight in Hanoi city.
NOTES: Depending on cruising conditions, itineraries may change without prior notice. Wi-Fi is available at the restaurant/bar areas, however, Internet connectivity may be intermittently interrupted due to the geographical condition of the bay. Thank you for your understanding.
* Additional fees applied.
Free at leisure until transfer to airport for departure flight back to your country. End the trip!
VIETNAM TOUR PACKAGE TARIFF
EXCLUSIVELY INDIAN MARKET
| Hotel | Price is in US Dollar per personBased on TWN/DBL/TPL Sharing | ||||||||
| 01 Jan 2024 – 31 Dec 2024 | |||||||||
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| 5 | 1151 | 1034 | 875 | 831 | 765 | 732 | 715 | 699 | 360 |
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| 5 | 891 | 801 | 688 | 648 | 565 | 589 | 571 | 563 | 282 |
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| 4 | 813 | 711 | 572 | 532 | 479 | 462 | 440 | 429 | 208 |
| 5 | 979 | 878 | 743 | 700 | 646 | 629 | 607 | 597 | 371 |
| IM06: Beauty of Vietnam 9D8N | |||||||||
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| 4 | 1249 | 1098 | 905 | 846 | 770 | 748 | 717 | 704 | 281 |
| 5 | 1505 | 1357 | 1165 | 1106 | 1030 | 1007 | 977 | 964 | 534 |
| IM07: Joyful Vietnam Exploration 9D8N | |||||||||
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| 3 | 1529 | 1276 | 1025 | 933 | 851 | 783 | 761 | 757 | 268 |
| 4 | 1635 | 1381 | 1131 | 1038 | 957 | 889 | 866 | 862 | 374 |
| 5 | 1912 | 1659 | 1408 | 1316 | 1234 | 1166 | 1144 | 1140 | 647 |
HOTEL / CRUISE IN USE
| Destination | 3* | 4* | 5* | |
| Hanoi | Hanoi Anise HotelDeluxe cityOr similar | Flower Garden Hotel Superior RoomOr similar | Grand Vista Hotel Deluxe RoomOr similar | |
| Halong Cruise | Lorus D’Orient Cruise 4* – Deluxe Balcony | Ambassador Cruise – ROH Room (5*) | ||
| Sapa | Sapa Village Hotel(Deluxe City/Mountain)Or similar | Bamboo Sapa Hotel(Superior Window)Or similar | BB Sapa Resort and Spa (Superior)Or similar | |
| Da Nang | Magnolia Hotel (Superior)Or similar | Canvas Hotel(Classic/Premier) Or similar | Grand Mecure Da Nang(Superior)Or similar | |
| Hue | Rosaleen Hue (Superior)Or similar | Asia Hue (Deluxe)Or similar | TTC Imperial Hue (Deluxe city)Or similar | |
| Ho Chi Minh | Blue Diamond Luxury (Deluxe)Or similar | Aristo Hotel (Premier)Or similar | La Vela Saigon (Deluxe)Or similar | |
| Phu Quoc | Gaia Phu Quoc (ROH Room) Or similar | Sunset Beach Resort (Deluxe) Or Similar | Seasells Hotel & Spa Phu Quoc (Classic)Or similar | |
BUS
| Group Size | Kind of Transportation | |
| 1 pax | 4 seater car | Toyota Altis/Vios |
| 2 - 3 pax | 7 seater car | Toyota Innova |
| 4 - 8 pax | 16 seater car | Mercedes Benz Sprinter / Ford Transit |
| 9 - 15 pax | 29 seater bus | Huyndai County |
| 16 - 20 pax | 35 seater bus | Huyndai Aero town/ Samco |
| 21 – 42 pax | 45 seater bus | Huyndai Hi Class / Universe (Luxury) |
TERM & CONDITIONS
1.PRICE INCLUDES
• Tour guide: English speaking guide during the tour (different guide in different city)
• Accommodation based on twin/double/triple sharing room with breakfast
• All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary
• Meals as mentioned in detail itinerary (B= Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, Br = Brunch)
• Entry and sightseeing fees for all visits if any
• All taxes and service charges
• Mineral Water during day tour (02 bottle /pax/full day tour)
• Early check in/Late check out/ Single Supplement/ Hotel/Room Upgrade
• International / Domestic flight ticket & airport tax (if have).
• Meals which not mentioned in detail itinerary
• Vietnam and Cambodia Visa Services
• Tipping (hotel’s staff, restaurant’s staff, boatmen….)
• Personal expenses: Tel, Fax, Mini Bar, Laundry, Drinks……..
• Bank transfer fee for payment
• Compulsory tipping for local guide and driver (pay directly to tour guide or pay advance)
+ USD 3/pax/day (group from 10 pax)
+ USD 4/pax/day (group from 1- 9 pax)
+ Tipping on cruise: US$ 5 per person
• Hotel/Cruise surcharge in Peak Season or holidays:
o The Anniversary of Hung Kings (18/4/2024).
o Unification Day & Labor Day: 30th Apr 2024 & 01 May 2024
o X’Mas (24 & 25 Dec 2024) & New Year 31 Dec 2024 & 01 Jan 2025
o Vietnam Lunar New Year (27 Jan 2025 – 2 Feb 2025)
o Independence Day: 01, 02 Sep 2024
o Fireworks Festiva in Da Nang
Supplement cost upon request:
- Visa Service (E-Visa)
• E-Visa to Vietnam
o E-Visa service for Indian passport holders to Vietnam is USD 40/pax (including Visa stamp fee) – 9-working day process
• E-Visa or Visa on arrival to Cambodia: on your own arrangement
- Air tickets, including tax, 12kg handle luggage and 23kg checked baggage (subject to change without prior notice)
o Hanoi – Danang is from USD 70/ticket, economy class by Vietnam Airlines
o Danang – Ho Chi Minh is from USD 80/ticket, economy class by Vietnam Airlines
3. CHILDREN POLICY
Child under 4 years old, share bed with parents: Free of charge.
Children from 04 yrs – 9 yrs stay in parent’s room without extra-bed, there will be charged 50% of adult. With an extra bed charged 75% of adult. Full payment if stay in twin sharing with adults.
Children from 10-year-old charge as adult.
4. CANCELLATION BY TRAVELLER
FIT – A group from 01 – 06 rooms
All cancellations must be received in writing via fax or email.
• Cancellation made more than 30 days or more prior to departure, no charge
• Cancellations from 30 to 15 days prior to departure, 50% of the full amount
• Cancellation made within 15 days of the scheduled date – 100% of the full amount
GIT – A group from 07 Rooms
All cancellations must be received in writing via fax or email.
• Cancellation made more than 60 days or more prior to departure, no charge
• Cancellations from 59 to 45 days prior to departure, 25% of the full amount
• Cancellations from 44 to 30 days prior to departure, 50% of the full amount
• Cancellation made within 30 days of the scheduled date – 100% of the full amount
*There will be no refund given for any unused or missed ground arrangements, sightseeing, meals or hotel accommodations.
*This cancellation policy is subject to change if there is any special note on the booking confirmation that has been approved and confirmed.
*If canceling a part of the group from the original group size, we have the right to change the quote based on the amended group size.
*Cancellation of air, cruising and rail arrangements will be subject to fees charged in accordance with the type of airfare, cruise or rail tariff regulations.
4. PAYMENT POLICY (or as agreement at booking time)
FIT – A group from 01 – 06 rooms
• Deposit: 50% after booking confirmation 7 days
• Full payment made 30 days prior to arrival date
GIT – A group from 07 – 10 Rooms
• 50% deposit required by booking time of booking confirmed
• Full payment made 45 days prior to arrival date
*If a booking is made within the 30 days prior to departure you are required to make the full payment at the time of the booking confirmation.
GIT – A group from 10 room (as agreement at the booking time)
Cancellation In the unlikely event that such circumstances should arise, we will contact you immediately and offer you the choice of an alternative package of equivalent quality, or a full refund of all monies paid. No additional compensation will be paid over and above the total sum received from the customer.
- No room / service is held until receiving your official confirmation, availability is subject to change without prior notice. If any service is not available, we will offer an alternative for your consideration.
- No refunds or exchanges can be made in respect of accommodation, meals, sightseeing tours, transport or any other services which are included in the tour prices but not utilized by the tour member.
- Tour rates are based on current fuel rates and subject to change if the fuel rates increase by 10%.
- Guide and vehicle, if included, will follow the exact confirmed program. Their maximum working time for sightseeing is from 08:00am - 17:00pm or 08:30am to 17:30pm. Dinner time is in 2 hours from 19:00 – 21:00pm including pick up/drop off from/to your hotel. Overtime charge:
o USD 25 per hour for guide and vehicle for 4-7s car;
o USD 35 per hours for guide and vehicle for 15s minivan;
o USD 50 per hour for guide and vehicle for 24 minivan bus up
If you need more time for sightseeing or dinner, please inform us in advance to include the cost from beginning.
- For lunch and dinner are not included in the program, clients will have to manage themselves and no guide and vehicle/driver escort for meals.
Your understanding and punctuality is appreciated because our tour guide(s) and driver(s) also need to refresh and recharge their health to work well on the next days.
COMPULSORY TIPS POLICY FOR GUIDES AND DRIVERS (IN CASH – pay directly to tour guide):
• Group from 1 pax – 10 pax: Minimum USD 4/guest/day
• Group from 11 pax up: Minimum USD 3/guest/day
If you wish to include the tip into the invoice and pay beforehand, please let us know advance, thanks you.