Vietnam Essentials 3 Weeks

Morning
We start the trip by visiting Reunification Palace, whose former name was Norodom Palace. Ngo Viet Thu is exactly the architect who designed this stunning palace. Later, other next destinations consist of Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, and especially War Remnants Museum, where exhibits on Vietnam War and Indochina Wars are displayed.
Afternoon
After enjoying lunch at the local restaurant, you will be taken to Cu Chi Tunnels.
Climb down small tunnels to get amazing experiences and blow your mind when special constructed living areas and martial facilities of Viet Cong appear in front of your eyes. Moreover, taste special tea and cassava – the common food of Vietnamese guerillas in the past. Take your break time to try the real shooting gun or just relax as you wish.
Night
( the expenses will be covered by yourself)
Shopping Mall : Vincom Dong Khoi, Takashimaya…
Night market - Ben Thanh night market
Accomodation
Hotel in the District 1 in HCMC

Transportation
Shared shuttle bus

Meals
Breakfast ( Hotel)
Lunch

Attractions & Activities
Reunification Palace
Notre Dame Cathedral
Central Post Office
War Remnants Museum
Cu Chi Tunnel

Morning

Start from Ho Chi Minh City and depart for My Tho. After visiting Vinh Trang Pagoda, take a boat ride along the river viewing the stilt houses and the fruit plantations along the river bank. Proceed to Tortoise island and have lunch in the local restaurant. Enjoy a boat ride under the shadow of the water coconut trees to visit a family business which epitomizes the idyllic rural lifestyle.

Afternoon

Then enjoy the seasonal delicious fruits & honey tea while listening to the traditional music. Take a rowboat ride along the creeks. After taking a delightful walk through the fruit plantation and village, proceed to Can Tho.

Night
( the expenses will be covered by yourself)
Dinner at a local restaurant ( in Can Tho). Some recommended restaurants as The Lighthouse Can Tho, Lua Nep restaurant, Bien Dong restaurant… ( Price from 5 USD/pax)
Explore Tay Do night market where the locals sell everything from clothing to food . ( Free)
Cruise dinner on Hau river ( Price from 15 USD/pax)
Accomodation
Private room at Hotel in Can Tho

Transportation
Shared shuttle bus

Meals
Breakfast , Lunch

Attractions & Activities
Vinh Trang Pagoda
Tortoise island
Can Tho

Morning
Start with an early morning boat trip to Cai Rang Floating Market and marvel at the mounds of fruit and vegetables on display as you experience the market at its busiest time of day. Cruise through the small channels to visit a rice noodle making village, and then break for lunch.
Afternoon
Proceed to Chau Doc and venture into the Tra Su Cajuput Forest to visit a wild bird sanctuary. Discover the diversity of the splendid canals deep in the forest as you look for storks, cranes and other tropical birds. Return to Chau Doc to check in to your overnight accommodation.
Night
( the expenses will be covered by yourself)
Enjoy your night time in HCMC with street foods ( Tai Trang restaurant, Chay Lieu noodle…)
After a long day trip , you can relax yourself with massage service ( from 18 $ /pax )
Visit Chau Doc night market
Accommodation
Hotel in Chau Doc

Transportation
Shared shuttle bus

Meals
Breakfast ( Hotel)
Lunch
Attractions & Activities
Cu Chi tunnel
Ben Dinh ( Ben Duoc is arranged when you request)

Morning
Following breakfast in the early morning, go for a short walk before pick-up at the river bank. Journey to the fish farms and floating village of the Cham community, before taking the bus to back Ho Chi Minh City. End your trip.
Afternoon & Night
( the expenses will be covered by yourself)
Enjoy your night time in HCMC with Bui Vien street when you can deeply join in a noisy and funny atmosphere or drink a cup of beer there .
After a long day trip , you can relax yourself with massage service ( from 18 $ /pax )
Watch the Teh Dar show ( A O Show - bamboo dance, acrobatic & music) - the No.1 show in HCMC to see the original ways of tribal life on South West Highland of Vietnam vividly recreated on the stage ( Price from 29$/ pax)
Accommodation
Hotel in HCMC

Transportation
Shared shuttle bus

Meals
Breakfast ( Hotel)

Morning & Afternoon
Have a breakfast at your hotel in HCMC then you can relax or take a walk around
Check out your hotel then our driver will pick you up to the airport to fly to Phu Quoc.
Once your flight lands, our another driver will drop you off at the hotel in Phu Quoc island

Night
( the expenses will be covered by yourself)
Dinh Cau night market ( 7 p.m to 10 p.m )
Enjoy a unique traditional art performance at Dao Ngoc water puppet theater( price from 7$/pax)
Experience squid fishing ( Tour price from 15$/pax)
Witness Ong Lang beach ( Free but if you need to rent a car please contact us to book in advance)

Accomodation
Hotel in Phu Quoc

Transportation
Private airport transfers ( HCMC & Phu Quoc)

Meals
Breakfast

Morning
Pick guests up at HOTELS. Depart to Ba Na Hills.
Then Arrive at the cable car station Suoi Mo, up the cable car route that achieves 4 world records.
Freedom check-in the 150-meter long "Golden Bridge" supported by the huge hands. Visit the Le Jardin, Debay Wine Cellar of French. Visit the Linh Ung pagoda, admire the 27m high Buddha statue, Loc Uyen Garden, Quan Am Cac. Continue to Gare Debay use the second cable car route to go to the top of Ba Na.
Visit Fantasy Park, join in adventurous, fun, and modern games such as Love Swing, Skiver Pilot, Fire Racing Track, Bumper Car, Ghost House, etc.
Have buffet lunch at Restaurant
Afternoon
Freedom to rest. Conquer the Peak of Chua mountain at the height of 1,487m – Visit Ba Chua Thuong Ngan Temple. Enjoy the panoramic view of Da Nang City and Da Nang Bay.
Then return to cable car station and back to Da Nang.
Night
You will have free time in Hanoi, you can refer some below
Watching Dragon Bridge spraying fire and water every weekend from 9 p.m
Cruise Dinner in Da Nang ( from 25$/pax)
Accommodation
Hotel in Da Nang

Transportation
Shared shuttle bus

Meals
Breakfast ( Hotel)
Lunch ( Tour)

Attractions & Activities
Ba Na Hill complex
My Khe beach

Morning
Wake up and have a breakfast at your hotel. You will be collected by a shared shuttle bus with tour guide and depart for Marble Mountain. You will visit five marble and limestone mountains, named after the five elements of the ancient oriental philosophy: metal, wood, water, fire and earth, Huyen Khong Caves and Paradise Cave (including 2-way lift). After that, you will visit the Stone Carving Village.
Afternoon
Continue to My Son, known as the Valley of Kings, and once the capital of the Chăm Pa Kingdom. See a traditional dance performance before taking a walking tour to the Cham ruins.
Enjoy a 2-hour boat trip on the Thu Bon River, passing Duy Hai fishing village, Tra Nhieu, Kim Bong carpentry village and Cam Thanh coconut village. The boat trip ends in the old town.
Night
You will have free time in Hanoi, you can refer some below
Have a dinner at a good restaurant in Hoian( pay by yourself ) that we can help you book a table in advance. Some good ones are Tra Que garden, Ngon Villa Hoian, Temple restaurant... ( from 15 -20 USD/pax)
Hoi An memories show - Hoi An impression Theme Park ( from 27$/pax)
Accommodation
Hotel in Hoi An

Transportation
Shared shuttle bus

Meals
Breakfast ( Hotel)
Lunch ( Tour)

Attractions & Activities
Marble Mountain : Huyen Khong cave and Paradise cave
Stone Carving village
My Son sanctuary
Watching Champa dance
Boat Trip on Thu Bon river.

On this day, you are free at leisure. You can take the optional trip with extra fee as below:
Cham island day trip - you can do snorkeling & enjoying crystal clear blue water with colorful coral reefs & fish ( Price without diving from 39$/pax)
Farming and fishing tour by electric scooter ( Price from 78$/pax)
Cooking class ( Price from 31$/pax)
Street food tour ( Price from 30$/pax)
Accommodation
Hotel in Hoi An

Transportation
Optional

Meals
Breakfast ( Hotel)

You will cover by yourself, you can refer below:
Visiting surrounding the city by cyclo - Xích lô chạy từ từ băng qua những con đường, những thành quách, phố xá dòng sông ( 7usd/pax/hour)
Walking street - Nguyen Chieu ( Free)- you can have your own dinner here ( from 3$/pax)
Admire artwork at XQ Co Do ( Free) - at No.27 Nguyen Thai Hoc
Release Lanterns on Perfume River ( 1$/hour/boattrip/pax + 0,3$/single lantern)
Explore Hue citadel at night
Join a foodie tour in Hue city by scooter ( from 48$/pax)

Accommodation
Hotel in Hue

Transportation
Private car from Hoi An to Hue

Meals
Breakfast

Attractions & Activities
Hai Van pass
Lang Co beach

Morning
Experience the glory of Vietnam's royal past with a day trip to Hue, still recognized by many as the country's Imperial City. Packed with old temples, stone citadels, ancient tombs and more, Hue is abundant in political, cultural, and religious history that's just waiting to be discovered. Board a shuttle from from the meet up point in the morning and you'll be off to the renowned city, but not before you make a couple of photo stops at Hai Van Pass, an extraordinary mountain pass stretching 21 km long, and Lang Co Beach, a scenic stretch of palm-covered white sand that runs along the highway on the way to your destination. As soon as you arrive at Hue, take your lunch break so you can remain energized throughout the rest of the day.
Afternoon
Enter the famous Imperial City and you'll see the historic Khai Dinh Tomb, the Thien Mu Pagoda, an unofficial symbol of Hue that stands 7 storeys high, and the The Citadel, a major attraction surrounded by a moat and thick stone walls that encompass palaces, and shrines. Cruise along the Perfume River by Dragon Boat.
Night
You will have free time in Hue, you can refer some below
Have a dinner at a good restaurant in Hue( pay by yourself ) that we can help you book a table in advance. ( from 15 -20 USD/pax)
Cruise dinner on Pefume River ( from 15$/pax)
Accommodation
Hotel in Hue

Transportation
Shared minibus

Meals
Breakfast
Lunch

Attractions & Activities
Imperial City
Khai Dinh tomb
Thien Mu pagoda
Boat trip on Perfume river

Morning
Wake up and have a breakfast at your hotel. You will have free time to visit the remaining of Hue. You can visit Dong Ba market where sells a lot of things as clothing, fabrics,....
Relaxing nearby the Perfume river then visiting the Trang Tien bridge.
Afternoon
Then Check out your hotel then head to the airport
Free and easy in Hanoi
Night
You will be free in your first night in Hanoi or join some famous shows in Hanoi ( Chi phi tự túc)
Watch a Water Puppet Show - a one-of-a-kind performance happens to be on the water which are accompanied by a Vietnamese orchestra playing traditional music using drums, wooden bells, horns, bamboo flutes and cymbals. you cannot see anywhere else. ( every hours has one show within 1 hours) -
Price : from 4,3 $ /pax
Watch My Village Show - an hour-long of traditional show at the historic Hanoi Opera House. Watch acrobats, dancers, and jugglers bring a rural Vietnamese village to life on the stage as you hear live music on classic Vietnamese instruments. (Price: from 30,3 $ )
Have a dinner at a good restaurant in Hanoi ( pay by yourself ) that we can help you book a table in advance. Some good ones are Madame Hien; Madam Yen, Red Bean,... ( from 15 USD/pax)
Relaxing after transfer on a long way with the massage service. Some highly recommended spa as MF Spa, Oriental Spa or Serene Spa ( Price from 7 USD/pax)
Accommodation
Hotel in the Old Quarter

Transportation
Private car from hotel to airport ( in Hue)
Private car pick up from the airport to hotel ( in Hanoi)

Meals
Breakfast ( Hotel)

Morning
Wake up and have a breakfast at your hotel. Our volunteer guide will meet you up at your hotel and start for a exploring tour by the real local ways.
Visit some important part of the city Ba Dinh district , French Quarter, Old quarter.
You will have a chance to know the legendary of Hoan Kiem lake then head to visit Ho Chi Minh mausoleum where keeping Ho Chi Minh president’s body, Temple of literature - the first university in Vietnam .
Afternoon
Hoa Lo prison is a historical attraction that still keep the evidence from the war until now.
Your last stop will be in the Old Quarter where you can visit the Dong Xuan market - the biggest wholesale market in Hanoi and some famous temples and pagodas.
Night
You will be free in your first night in Hanoi or join some famous shows in Hanoi ( Chi phi tự túc)
Street food tour within 2,5 hours ( Price from 20USD/pax)
Cooking class within 3 hours by cooking the Vietnamese cuisine : 5 meals ( Price from 35 USD/pax)
Accommodation
Hotel in Old Quarter

Transportation
On foot

Meals
Breakfast

Attractions & Activities
Hanoi Old Quarter
Hoa Lo prison
Ho Chi Minh mausoleum
Temple of literature
Foodie
Hoan Kiem Lake

Morning
The next day, we will travel to Ha Long, the impressive World’s heritage site. However, be prepared to spend more than the average budget. The reason is tourism service will mainly be cruise-based. It’s luxury but it’s proved to be worthy.
It takes about 4 hours to get to Halong from Hanoi .Halong Bay consists of nearly 2000 islands and islets as well as magnificent cave systems. Therefore, tourists can relax and immerse into picturesque view and the breathtaking beauty of mountainous and sea scenery.
Afternoon
You will go inside Sung Sot cave – one of the finest and widest grottoes of Halong Bay. Then, the boat keeps cruising and the fishing village appears with its unique way of life.
Ti Top island is located about 14 kilometers to the east of Bai Chay tourist harbor. It has a beach that is shaped like a crescent moon and known for its tranquillity and beautiful still blue waters. The sands of the beach have been dyed white by the ocean’s surf creating a perfect picture of paradise. You will have a chance to get a great panoramic view from the top of the island and swim here.
Appreciating a delicious Vietnamese cuisine in a dinner under the the light of a thousand of stars and be charmed with the fabulous 360-degree panoramic view of the bay
Night
Appreciating a delicious Vietnamese cuisine in a dinner under the the light of a thousand of stars and be charmed with the fabulous 360-degree panoramic view of the bay
Enjoy some sport games on boat or go squid fishing with others.
Accommodation
Deluxe cabin on cruise

Transportation
Shared shuttle bus
Cruise

Meals
Breakfast ( Hotel)
Lunch, Dinner ( Cruise)

Attractions & Activities
Incense Burner Island, Fighting Cock islet, Stone Dog islet...
Luon Cave
Titop Island
Rang Dua island
Kayaking
Swim
Cooking class
Sport games on cruise
Squid Fishing

Morning & Afternoon
Wake up and enjoy the sunset on Halong Bay - a peaceful and amazing view from your cruise.
Kayaking is very easy for everyone at all levels and ages. Our expert and experienced guide dedicatedly instruct you basic paddling steps before leading you to discover magnificent beauty of Halong Bay.
After an hour exploration, we will return to the cruise for relaxation for a while. You will do check out the cruise then, you will know how to make simple Vietnamese dishes in Cooking class. Enjoy your lunch time then back to Hanoi.
Night
You will have free time in Hanoi, you can refer some below
Have a dinner at a good restaurant in Hanoi ( pay by yourself ) that we can help you book a table in advance. Some good ones are Madame Hien; Madam Yen, Red Bean,... ( from 15 USD/pax)
Relaxing after transfer on a long way from Halong with the massage service. Some highly recommended spa as MF Spa, Oriental Spa or Serene Spa ( Price from 7 USD/pax).

Morning
You will head out onto the Ninh Binh province from Hanoi and arrive at Trang An. You’ll get a quick break at the restaurant before preparing your bicycle for a bike ride to Hang Mua and the Mua Caves.
Then, you’ll climb 486 steps at Hang Mua for panoramic views and photo opportunities before biking back to the restaurant for lunch.
Afternoon
Next, you’ll take a 2-hours Sampan boat trip through the caves and eco tourism site Trang An where you can explore and take a short break, before visiting the temples of King Dinh and King Le. You’ll then be transported back to Hanoi city.
Night
You will have free time in Hanoi, you can refer some below
Have a dinner at a good restaurant in Hanoi ( pay by yourself ) that we can help you book a table in advance. Some good ones are Madame Hien; Madam Yen, Red Bean,... ( from 15 USD/pax)
Night market in hanoi old quarter opens every Friday, Saturday, Sunday night from 7 p.m to 11 p.m
Vincom Centre Ba Trieu or Trang Tien Plaza or Lotte Department
Accomodation
Hotel in Hanoi

Transportation
Shared Shuttle bus or D-car Limousine

Meals
Breakfast
Lunch

Attractions:
Hoa Lu ancient
Trang An
Boating
Cycling
Climbing
Mua Cave

Wake up and have breakfast at your hotel. You will be relaxing on your last day in Hanoi with shopping or taking a deep sleep after 21 days visiting whole Vietnam.
Our driver will collect you at the airport. ( With international flight, need to be at the airport 2 hours in advance and an hour with the domestic flight).

Transportation
Private car from the hotel to the airport

Meals
Breakfast ( Hotel)