Vietnam Highlights
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| Junk Cruise | Mekong Delta | War Memories | Beautiful Scenery | Pagodas & Temples | UNESCO World Heritage | Cultural Show | Cooking Class | Shopping | Beach |
Simply the Best
18 days from £2190
Take the time for an in-depth journey through Vietnam that spans the entire length of the country. Explore more of the Mekong Delta with an overnight stay in a farmer’s house and enjoy the sunset from a junk boat in Halong Bay. Finish your tour with an optional visit to beautiful Sapa.
Days 1-2 : UK – Saigon
Fly overnight to Saigon via Hong Kong and transfer to the hotel before our welcome dinner of local cuisine.
Day 3 : Saigon
Saigon is Vietnam’s largest and busiest city. Sightseeing today includes a visit to the former Presidential Palace, the War Remnants Museum, the imposing Notre Dame Cathedral and the French-style Post Office. We also visit Cholon (the Chinatown of Saigon), the beautiful Thien Hau Pagoda and Ben Thanh Market for some shopping. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Days 4-5 : Mekong Delta – Vinh Long
Over the next two days we explore the Mekong Delta first hand travelling by various types of boats in and around Vinh Long Province. Visit floating markets, villages, home industries and plantations and stay overnight at a local farmer’s house where we participate in cooking the evening meal, as well as enjoying the authentic Vietnamese hospitality and a music show. The following day, continue exploring the delta area before returning to Saigon.
Day 6 : Cu Chi Tunnels & Tay Ninh day tour
Visit the famous tunnel system at Cu Chi and then attend the noon service at the Cao Dai Temple, which is one of the most striking structures in Asia.
Day 7 : Saigon – Nha Trang
Fly to Nha Trang and enjoy the afternoon at leisure to stroll along the beach of this seaside city.
Day 8 : Nha Trang Cruising
Cruise around the islands off Nha Trang visiting the Tri Nguyen Aquarium at Mieu Island, Tam Island and a local fishing village. There is also a chance to swim in the South China Sea.
Days 9-10 : Nha Trang – Hoi An
Fly to Danang and transfer to the UNESCO listed town of Hoi An stopping at the Cham Museum, Marble Mountains and China Beach en-route. Our walking tour the next day takes us through the narrow streets of the historic centre of Hoi An where we visit one of the oldest homes, which is still occupied by the descendants of the merchants that built it over 200 years ago. Also visit the Japanese Bridge, Hoi An market and a local Chinese Pagoda. The afternoon is at leisure.
Day 11 : My Son day tour
Drive to My Son, the most important Cham intellectual and religious centre, dating back to the 4th Century. Explore these UNESCO listed ruins on foot before returning to Hoi An.
Day 12 : Hoi An – Hue
Drive over the Hai Van Pass, which provides a spectacular panoramic view of the central coastline, to Hue, the former historic capital of Vietnam during the Nguyen Dynasty. Visit the Imperial Citadel, the centrepiece of the royal empire which was extensively damaged during the Vietnam War. This evening, take part in a cooking class focusing on select local dishes designed for the Royal Courts.
Day 13 : Hue – Hanoi
Sightseeing today includes a boat trip on the Perfume River and visits to the Thien Mu Pagoda, the Tu Duc and Khai Dinh Royal Tombs. Fly to Hanoi, a charming and richly historic city of lakes, parks and shaded boulevards, also known as the ‘Paris of the Orient’. Visit the Ethnology Museum in the afternoon and enjoy rest of the day at leisure.
Days 14-15 : Hanoi
Sightseeing today includes visits to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (closed Sep-Dec), Stilt House and Museum, One Pillar Pagoda and a drive around Hoan Kiem Lake. The next day, we enjoy a walking tour of the Old Quarter, visit the Dong Xuan Market, the Temple of Literature and enjoy a performance of the famous Water Puppets in the evening.
Days 16-17 : Halong Bay Junk Cruise
Drive to Halong Bay, the ‘Jewel in the Crown’ of Vietnam. Relax and enjoy seafood meals onboard. Stay overnight on the traditionally designed junk boat and continue cruising between the nearby islands the following day. Return to Hanoi in the afternoon, driving through the striking rural countryside of the Red River Delta.
Day 18 : Hanoi – UK
Transfer to the airport and fly back to the UK, arriving home later the same day filled with many happy memories.
Day 17 : OPTIONAL SAPA EXTENSION TOUR : Hanoi – Sapa
Transfer to Hanoi station and board the overnight train to Sapa.
Days 18-20 : Sapa
The town of Sapa is surrounded by breathtaking mountain ranges and rice terraces and is home to many ethnic minorities. Over the next three days we explore the local area including the many markets, the different minority villages, spectacular valleys and fine examples of tribal architecture. There will be 5-6 hours of walking each day. We spend two nights in Sapa and on our third night, we transfer to Lao Cai station and board the overnight train to Hanoi.
Days 21-22 : Hanoi – UK
Arrive early in Hanoi and transfer to your hotel for breakfast and day use. Later today, transfer to Hanoi Airport and fly to the UK via Hong Kong, arriving home the following day filled with many happy memories.
Dates and Prices
Tour departs Friday and returns Monday
*Affected by TET New Year
- Prices are fully inclusive from the UK based on London Heathrow departures
- Regional connections to London Heathrow are available on request
- Flight upgrades available on request
- Land only from £1,790pp (Saigon - Hanoi)
- Single supplement from £450 (no supplement if you are willing to share)
- Tipping 2010 payable locally US$70pp
- Tipping 2011 payable locally US$105pp
- Private tour from £2,990 fully inclusive
Cat Ba Island - 4D/3N
Day 1: Hanoi – Cat Ba Island
Transfer from your hotel in Hanoi and drive to the port of Hai Phong (approx 2 hours). Catch the hydrofoil to Cat Ba Island (approx 45 minutes) and transfer to the Cat Ba Sunrise Resort. This wellappointed hotel is widely regarded as the best on the island. Facilities at the hotel include a restaurant serving International and Asian cuisine, the Fisherman’s Grill garden restaurant, swimming pool, sauna and massage rooms. All of the beautifully furnished rooms face the beach and feature air-conditioning, satellite TV, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities.
Day 2: Cat Ba Island
Drive to Trung Trang Cave, which is 10-30 metres below sea level. Situated in the largest valley on the island, the cave was formed by thousands of years of natural erosion of the limestone rock. Then visit Cat Ba National Park to enjoy a walk in the natural surroundings. A packed lunch is provided. Return to the town to explore the local market before ending the day on Cat Co Beach. (B,L)
Day 3: Cat Ba Island
Spend the day at leisure to enjoy the hotel facilities, stroll along the beautiful beach or further explore the island. (B)
Day 4: Cat Ba Island – Hanoi
Transfer to the dock to take the hydrofoil to Hai Phong. Continue by road to your hotel in Hanoi or Hanoi Airport for your onward flight. (B)
Additional nights in Hanoi may be required to meet with international flight schedules.
Price from £ 440.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability and seasonal variation
Single supplement from £190
Sole passenger price from £790
Includes: accommodation, local transportation, touring, guides, entrance fees and meals as stated
Excludes: flights, departure taxes, visa and tipping
Classic Cambodia - 5D/4N
This itinerary can easily be added to our Vietnam tours with the order of sightseeing modified to best fit flight schedules. The cost is from £690pp including a Cambodian visa and connecting flights.
Day 1: Arrive Phnom Penh
Transfer to your hotel in Phnom Penh.
Day 2: Phnom Penh
Today, choose between a tour to Toul Sleng Museum of Genocidal Crimes and the Killing Fields OR free time at the local markets for some shopping. In the afternoon visit the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and National Museum followed by a sunset cruise on the Mekong River. (B,L)
Day 3: Phnom Penh – Siem Reap
Fly to Siem Reap. Drive to the fortified city of Angkor Thom. Start at the Southern Gate and continue to The Bayon, beautifully carved with numerous striking faces. Also visit the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. This afternoon explore the magnificent Angkor Wat until sunset. This temple took 30 years to build and represents the Khmer civilisation at its greatest (B,L).
Day 4: Siem Reap
Enjoy a boat trip on Tonle Sap this morning visiting the floating fishing villages. After lunch, visit Bantey Srei, a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva and Bantey Samre. (B,L)
Day 5: Siem Reap
Enjoy a morning visit to the Small Circuit including Kravan, Banteay Kdei and Ta Prohm Temple, which is undoubtedly the most atmospheric ruin at Angkor, having been swallowed by the jungle. The temple is cloaked in dappled light with crumbling towers. This afternoon, transfer to Siem Reap Airport for your onward flight. (B)
Price from £ 490.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability and seasonal variation
Single supplement from £120
Sole passenger price from £790
Includes: domestic flight & taxes, accommodation, local transportation, touring, guides, entrance fees and meals as stated
Excludes: flights, departure taxes, visas and tipping
Hong Kong Extension - 4D/3N
Day 1: Arrive Hong Kong
Transfer from the airport to your hotel in Hong Kong.
Day 2: Hong Kong
Enjoy a half day island tour visiting Victoria Peak, Stanley Market, Aberdeen Fishing Village and an optional sampan ride (paid locally). The afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Day 3: Hong Kong
Enjoy the day at leisure to further explore Hong Kong. (B)
Day 4: Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to Hong Kong Airport for your onward flight. (B)
Hotel Prices:
BP International 3*+ star from £260pp
Park Hotel 4* from £290pp
Harbour Grand Kowloon 4*+ from £390pp
Intercontinental Grand Stanford 5* from £390pp
Price from £ 260.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability and seasonal variation
Single supplement from £160
Sole passenger price from £420
Includes: accommodation, local transportation, touring, entrance fees, guides and meals as stated
Excludes: flights, departure taxes, visa and tipping
Hong Kong & Macau - 4D/3N
Day 1: Arrive Hong Kong
Transfer from the airport to your hotel in Hong Kong.
Day 2: Hong Kong
Enjoy a half day island tour visiting Victoria Peak, Stanley Market, Aberdeen Fishing Village and an optional sampan ride (paid locally). The afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Day 3: Macau
Transfer to the port for a hydrofoil ride across the Pearl River Estuary to Macau. Visit the sights of this former Portuguese colony including the ruins of the St. Paul Church, Ama Temple and Macau Museum (closed Mondays). There will also be the opportunity to visit one of the local casinos for which Macau is famous (minimum age 18). Return by hydrofoil to Hong Kong. (B,L)
Day 4: Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to Hong Kong Airport for your onward flight. (B)
Hotel Prices:
BP International 3* from £370pp
Park Hotel 4* from £400pp
Harbour Grand Kowloon 4*+ from £500pp
Intercontinental Grand Stanford 5* from £500pp
Price from £ 370.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability and seasonal variation
Single supplement from £160
Sole passenger price from £530
Includes: accommodation, local transportation, touring, guides, entrance fees and meals as stated
Excludes: flights, departure taxes, visa and tipping
Hong Kong Shopping - 4D/3N
Day 1: Arrive Hong Kong
Transfer from the airport to your hotel in Hong Kong.
Days 2-3: Hong Kong
Enjoy a two day shopping tour (5 hours per day) including Chinese Dim Sum lunches at local restaurants. During the two days, visit the Horizon Plaza, Aberdeen Fishing Market, Porcelain and Jewellery factories, Stanley Market, Jade Market and the Ladies’ Market. (B,L)
Day 4: Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to Hong Kong Airport for your onward flight. (B)
Hotel Prices:
BP International 3* from £390pp
Park Hotel 4* from £420pp
Harbour Grand Kowloon 4*+ from £520pp
Intercontinental Grand Stanford 5* from £520pp
Price from £ 390.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability and seasonal variation
Single supplement from £160
Sole passenger price from £550
Includes: accommodation, local transportation, touring, entrance fees, guides and meals as stated
Excludes: flights, departure taxes, visa and tipping
This document is designed to be read in conjunction with the other pre-departure information provided by Wendy Wu Tours including the tour itinerary as described in our brochure and/or website. It aims to provide a straightforward description of the physical activities involved in sightseeing or travelling during the tour.
If there are any particular challenges, from the length of time spent on your feet, the length of drives and flights, to the standard of remote accommodation for our more adventurous tours; they will be explained here.
All passengers must read this document to ensure the itinerary is suitable for their interests and physical capabilities. This is not your final itinerary and therefore does not mention all the sites visited. The order of sightseeing is subject to change.
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