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22 days 21 nights
Vietnam Family Holiday 22 days: Culture, Nature and Beach
- Duration
- 22 days 21 nights
- Style
- Private tour / Join-in
- Price
- Price on request
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Hanoi arrival and Water Puppet Show
You are met at the airport and taken to your hotel. In the late afternoon the family watches the Water Puppet Show, a traditional Vietnamese art.
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Hanoi for kids
A full day city tour of Hanoi, starting with the Ho Chi Minh Complex in the centre of Ba Dinh Square.
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Hanoi to Ha Long Bay cruise
After breakfast you drive about 3 hours through the Red River Delta to Ha Long City. You then board a wooden sailing junk to cruise past the limestone cliffs of the bay.
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Ha Long Bay to Ninh Binh
The morning starts on the bay with a chance for an early swim, sunrise views and breakfast, and the junk moves on to quieter areas. Around midday you return to the harbour and transfer by vehicle to Ninh Binh.
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Ninh Binh cycling tour
You cycle through local villages and farms to Hoa Lu, the old capital, and visit the temple of the Dinh King. You then cycle on to Tam Coc and are rowed along a gentle river between paddy fields and through caves.
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Ninh Binh to Hanoi, flight to Hue
After breakfast you have free time, then transfer via Hanoi to Noi Bai airport for the flight to Hue. The rest of the day is at your own pace in Hue.
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Hue Imperial City
You walk to the pier on the Perfume River and take a boat trip to Thien Mu Pagoda. The day continues with a visit to the mausoleum of Emperor Tu Duc.
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Cycling to Thuy Bieu village
You cycle from the hotel to Thuy Bieu village, known for its bronze foundry under the Nguyen Dynasty. In the past the village was also the site of a battle arena for elephants and tigers.
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Hue to Hoi An
After breakfast you travel south by road to the ancient town of Hoi An. The route is scenic, with a coffee stop at Lang Co beach.
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Lantern making class and Thu Bon boat trip
Parents and children join a lantern making class, as lanterns are a symbol of Hoi An. The day also includes a boat trip on the Thu Bon River.
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Cam Thanh countryside by bicycle
A half-day eco tour by bicycle through villages and rice fields to Cam Thanh, with a basket boat ride and fishing, a foot massage with herbs, a cooking class and lunch at a local family house. The rest of the day is free in Hoi An.
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Ba Na Hills and the Golden Bridge
A car and guide take you to Ba Na Hills by cable car. You ride the Climbing Train and visit Le Jardin D'Amour, Ling Ung Pagoda, the Golden Bridge and the French Village, then stay in Da Nang.
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Da Nang to Nha Trang by air
After breakfast you transfer to the airport for the flight to Nha Trang. On arrival you have free time on the beach or in the city.
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Vinpearl amusement park
A car takes you to the harbour to ride the cable car to Vinpearl Land. The park has rides, 4D movies and other entertainment.
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Nha Trang beach, free and easy
A free day on the beach for swimming and sunbathing. Optional water sports, island boat trips and a cyclo ride can be added on request.
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Nha Trang to Saigon by air
You have free time in Nha Trang until the transfer to the airport for the flight to Saigon. On arrival you have free time in the city.
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Cu Chi Tunnels and Saigon city tour
In the morning you visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, the underground network built during the war. In the afternoon there is a half-day city tour of the main sights.
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Saigon, Ben Tre and Can Tho
You drive to the Mekong Delta and take a riverboat along the river banks. You land on Tortoise Island to visit a fruit garden and continue to Can Tho.
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Cai Rang floating market and speed boat to Phu Quoc
You start early with a boat cruise to the Cai Rang floating market. You then continue to Rach Gia and take a speed boat to Phu Quoc.
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Phu Quoc beach, free and easy
A free day at the beach with no guide. You can add a short excursion on the island or snorkelling (excluded from the price).
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Phu Quoc beach, free and easy
A second free day at the beach with no guide. Seafood, fishing, and diving or snorkelling around the small islands (excluded from the price) are options.
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Phu Quoc to Saigon and departure
After breakfast you fly from Phu Quoc to Saigon to connect with your international flight home.
This 22-day Vietnam family holiday runs from Hanoi to Phu Quoc. It mixes city culture, Ha Long Bay, Ninh Binh, Hue and Hoi An with cycling, then beach days in Nha Trang and Phu Quoc.
Highlights
- Water Puppet Show and a kids-focused day in Hanoi.
- Overnight cruise on Ha Long Bay, then Ninh Binh by bicycle and rowing boat.
- Hue Imperial City and a bike ride to Thuy Bieu village.
- Lantern making class and a countryside day in Hoi An, plus Ba Na Hills and the Golden Bridge.
- Vinpearl Land and a beach stay in Nha Trang.
- Cu Chi Tunnels, Mekong Delta by boat (Ben Tre, Can Tho, Cai Rang floating market) and a beach stay on Phu Quoc.
Included
- Accommodation based on twin/double sharing room with daily breakfast.
- English speaking guide during guided time; no guide on the free beach days marked in the itinerary (Phu Quoc, days 20 and 21).
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Overnight cruise on Ha Long Bay on a wooden sailing junk (shared boat).
- Domestic flights as mentioned in the itinerary: Hanoi to Hue, Da Nang to Nha Trang, Nha Trang to Saigon, Phu Quoc to Saigon.
- Transfers and transport by air-conditioned vehicle as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Bicycles, rowing boat, Mekong riverboat, cable cars and the speed boat from Rach Gia to Phu Quoc as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Water Puppet Show ticket and the lantern making class in Hoi An.
- All entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Drinking water and cool towels.
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages, bottled water, beverages other than those included with meals.
- Telephone call charges.
- Laundry and dry cleaning.
- Travel insurance (mandatory).
- Personal purchases such as souvenirs, cigarettes, etc.
- Tips to guides, drivers, luggage handlers.
- Visa.
Quick answers
How long is this tour?
22 days 21 nights.
What is included?
Accommodation based on twin/double sharing room with daily breakfast; English speaking guide during guided time; no guide on the free beach days marked in the itinerary (Phu Quoc, days 20 and 21); Meals as mentioned in the itinerary; Overnight cruise on Ha Long Bay on a wooden sailing junk (shared boat); Domestic flights as mentioned in the itinerary: Hanoi to Hue, Da Nang to Nha Trang, Nha Trang to Saigon, Phu Quoc to Saigon; … See the full list
What is not included?
Alcoholic beverages, bottled water, beverages other than those included with meals; Telephone call charges; Laundry and dry cleaning; Travel insurance (mandatory); Personal purchases such as souvenirs, cigarettes, etc; … See the full list
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Can I adapt the itinerary?
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