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25 days 24 nights
Vietnam Family Holiday 25 days: Culture, Nature and Beach
- Duration
- 25 days 24 nights
- Style
- Private tour
- Price
- From US$3,401
Route: Ha Long Bay → Ha Noi → Hue → Ninh Binh → Hoi An → Ba Na Hills → Nha Trang → Sai Gon → Ben Tre → Can Tho → Phu Quoc → Da Nang
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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.
Meals: None
Accommodation: At the hotel in Hanoi
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Hanoi full-day city tour (B)
A full day city tour of Hanoi, starting with the Ho Chi Minh Complex in the centre of Ba Dinh Square.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: At the hotel in Hanoi
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Hanoi to Ha Long Bay Cruise (B/L/D) English-speaking guide onboard
We drive about three hours through the Red River Delta to Ha Long City, with a comfort stop on the way. We then board our cruise among the limestone islands of this UNESCO World Heritage bay; this is a join-in cruise with no guide on this day.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Overnight stay on a shared boat
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Ha Long Bay to Ninh Binh (B/L) English-speaking guide onboard
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.
Meals: Breakfast, brunch
Accommodation: At the hotel in Ninh Binh
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Ninh Binh cycling tour (B)
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.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: At the hotel in Ninh Binh
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Ninh Binh to Hanoi, flight to Hue (B)
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.
Overnight in Hue.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: At the hotel in Hue
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Hue Imperial Heritage (B)
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.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: At the hotel in Hue
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Cycling to Thuy Bieu village (B)
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.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: At the hotel in Hue
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Hue to Hoian (B)
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.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: At the hotel in Hoian
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Lantern making class and Thu Bon boat trip (B)
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.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: At the hotel in Hoian
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Cam Thanh countryside by bicycle (B/L)
We cycle about 10 km through the countryside to Cam Thanh, with a basket boat trip, fishing, a herbal foot massage, a cooking class and lunch at a local family house. Later we walk through the old town of Hoi An.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: At the hotel in Hoian
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Hoi An - Free time (B) No guide or driver
The day is yours to enjoy Hoi An at your own pace: walk the old town, rent a bicycle or relax at An Bang Beach. No guide and no driver are included on this day.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: At the hotel in Hoian
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Ba Na Hills and the Golden Bridge (B/L)
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.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: At the hotel in Danang
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Da Nang to Nha Trang by air (B) No guide
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.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: At the hotel in Nha Trang
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Vinpearl amusement park (B) No guide
A car takes you to the harbour to ride the cable car to Vinpearl Land. The park has rides, 4D movies and other entertainment.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: At the hotel in Nha Trang
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Nha Trang beach, free and easy (B)
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.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: At the hotel in Nha Trang
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Nha Trang beach, free and easy (B) No guide or driver
The day is yours to relax on the beach in Nha Trang or swim in the sea at your own pace. No guide and no driver are included on this day.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: At the hotel in Nha Trang
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Nha Trang to Saigon by air (B) No guide
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.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: At the hotel in Saigon
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Cu Chi Tunnels and Saigon city tour (B)
In the morning we visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, an underground network built by Vietnamese soldiers during the American war, 70 km north-west of Saigon. In the afternoon a half-day city tour begins at the Reunification Palace, the former presidential residence of South Vietnam.
We then continue to the Notre-Dame Cathedral (exterior visit), one of the city's most iconic colonial landmarks, and the nearby Central Post Office, an impressive example of French colonial architecture.
Our tour concludes with a stroll along Dong Khoi Street and Nguyen Hue Walking Street, where we discover the vibrant atmosphere and architectural heritage of downtown Saigon.
Overnight in Saigon.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: At the hotel in Saigon
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Saigon - Ben Tre - Tam Hiep and Can Tho (B/L)
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.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: At the hotel in Can Tho
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Cai Rang floating market and speed boat to Phu Quoc (B) No guide in 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.
Overnight in Phu Quoc.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: At the hotel in Phu Quoc
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Phu Quoc - Free time (B) No guide or driver
After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure. Unwind on the beach, take a refreshing swim or make the most of your hotel’s facilities.
Meals other than breakfast are at your own expense. No guide or transportation services are included today.
Overnight in Phu Quoc.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: At the hotel in Phu Quoc
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Phu Quoc - Free time (B) No guide or driver
After breakfast, spend another relaxing day exploring Phu Quoc independently or simply enjoying the beach. You may choose to book an optional excursion or treat yourself to a spa treatment at an additional cost.
Meals other than breakfast are at your own expense. No guide or transportation services are included today.
Overnight in Phu Quoc.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: At the hotel in Phu Quoc
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Phu Quoc - Free time (B) No guide or driver
The day is yours to enjoy the beaches of Phu Quoc at your own pace. No guide and no driver are included on this day.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: At the hotel in Phu Quoc
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Phu Quoc to Saigon and departure (B) No guide
After breakfast you fly from Phu Quoc to Saigon to connect with your international flight home.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: None (the standard check-out time is at noon, surcharge for late check-out is not included)
This 25-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.
Where you stay
Included
- Accommodation with daily breakfast at the below indicated room types (see hotel category list below) (check-in and check-out around noontime)
- Overnight Ha Long Bay cruise (double/twin cabin on shared boat).
- Services of a driver and private air-conditioned vehicle during all tours and transfers
- Experienced English-speaking guide during all tours and transfers
- Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary
- Meals (B/L/D) (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) as indicated in the program (Food only, excluding drinks)
- Bicycles, rowing boat, Mekong riverboat, cable cars and the speed boat from Rach Gia to Phu Quoc as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Domestic flights as mentioned in the itinerary: Hanoi to Hue, Da Nang to Nha Trang, Nha Trang to Saigon, Phu Quoc to Saigon.
- Bottled drinking water
- Water Puppet Show ticket and the lantern making class in Hoi An.
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages, bottled water, beverages other than those included with meals.
- International flight tickets (Flights are subject to change without notice)
- Telephone call charges.
- Laundry and dry cleaning.
- Personal purchases such as souvenirs, cigarettes, etc.
- Visa - as per country requirements
- Surcharge fees (tour guide, transfer, hotel…) for public holidays like: New Year Period, Christmas Holiday, Lunar New Year.../Compulsory Gala dinners on Dec 24 and 31
- Compulsory tips:
- Group size 1-5 persons: 5-6 USD/person/day for guide, 3-4 USD for driver
- Group size 5-10 persons: 4-5 USD/person/day for guide, 2-3 USD for driver
- Group size 11-20 persons: 2-3 USD/person/day for guide, 1 USD for driver
- Tips to guides, drivers, luggage handlers.
- Travel insurance (mandatory).
Quick answers
How long is this tour?
25 days 24 nights.
How much does it cost?
From US$3,401 per person. The exact price depends on your travel dates, group size and hotel class.
What is included?
Accommodation with daily breakfast at the below indicated room types (see hotel category list below) (check-in and check-out around noontime); Overnight Ha Long Bay cruise (double/twin cabin on shared boat); Services of a driver and private air-conditioned vehicle during all tours and transfers; Experienced English-speaking guide during all tours and transfers; Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary; … See the full list
What is not included?
Alcoholic beverages, bottled water, beverages other than those included with meals; International flight tickets (Flights are subject to change without notice); Telephone call charges; Laundry and dry cleaning; Personal purchases such as souvenirs, cigarettes, etc; … See the full list
Where will I stay?
You choose one of 3 hotel classes: Superior, Luxury, Iconic. Same route, same days: only the hotels change. See the hotels
How do I book?
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Can I adapt the itinerary?
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