7 days Hanoi and HoChiMinh city package

Overview

Day 1: Noi Bai Airport Private Transfer - Hanoi city tour

Introduction

Hanoi is a destination for famous landscapes in Vietnam, the center of culture, economy, education, politics of Vietnam, to Visit Hanoi one day you will have moments of discovery. Along with the many thousand years of civilization, with many ancient and modern works, with unique sidewalk cultural experiences, the special historical sites will all make you a trip. Hanoi memorable tour. Especially not only experience the identity of 36 bustling streets, beautiful roads but also have moments of experiencing the enjoyment of the national culture through the museum, through the puppet theater special characteristics. .. with Hanoi city tours full day

Day 2: Hoa Lu - TamCoc - Mua Cave

Introduction

Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, and Mua Cave constitute a captivating trifecta in northern Vietnam. Hoa Lu, the ancient capital, boasts historic temples amid picturesque karst landscapes. Tam Coc offers a "Halong Bay on Land" experience with its scenic river, limestone formations, and tranquil boat rides. Adjacent to Tam Coc, Mua Cave provides a hilltop vantage point, offering panoramic views of the stunning landscape. Together, these destinations weave a tapestry of natural beauty, cultural richness, and historical significance in the Ninh Binh province.

Day 3: Halong Bay (L, D) - Scenic cruise, Hiking, Swimming, Kayaking

Introduction

Halong Bay Group Tour for 2 days 1 night on the Halong Royal Palace Cruise is a trip to discover Ha Long Bay which is natural wonders of the world recognized by UNESCO, located in the Northeastern of Vietnam in Quang Ninh province. The beauty of Halong Bay always makes visitors get amazing when joint in 2 days 1-night tour on Halong Royal Palace Cruise. A magnificent natural picture, a colorful shimmering cave with stalactites and designs, thousands of limestone islands shaped with patterns associated with the mythical shadowy story under the endless jade carpet. Especially when you spend 1 night in Ha Long Royal Palace Cruise, you do not only enjoy high-quality service on the luxurious 3 * + international cruise, romantic beauty on the bay by night, watching the sunset and picking up the sunrise with luxury Cruise or swimming, kayaking exploring the wonder, or enjoying the unique cuisine from the sea. All will give you the most memorable about the journey to Halong Royal Palace Cruise 2 Days 1 night

Day 4: Halong Bay – Hanoi (B, L) - Surprising Cave, Scenic cruise, Cooking class - Noi Bai Airport Private Transfer - TanSonNhat airport pick up or transfer

Introduction

Arrange a hassle-free pick-up from Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City by checking with your hotel for transfer services or using ride-hailing apps like Grab. Alternatively, you can find official airport taxis at designated stands outside the arrival terminals for a convenient and safe transportation option. Confirm details in advance for a smooth arrival experience.

Day 5: HO CHI MINH CITY & CU CHI TUNNEL

Introduction

GROUP TOUR

PICK UP: 07:30 – 08:00 (the time of pick up depends on customer’s hotel/ accommodation’s exact position).

RETURN: 19:00

ROUTE: HCM City – Cu Chi district – HCMC

Day 6: MEKONG DELTA DISCOVERY (Mỹ Tho - Bến Tre)

Introduction

Enjoy the scenic journey along the Express Trung Luong Highway and take a leisurely boat trip around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise islands. Visit the picturesque orchards and sample the freshly picked fruit at the invitation of friendly local farmers. Get on a rowing boat ride in the shadows of the water-coconut palms along the tiny canals of Ben Tre Province and experience the traditional rural lifestyle of the Mekong Delta inhabitants.

Day 7: TanSonNhat airport pick up or transfer

Introduction

Day 1: Noi Bai Airport Private Transfer - Hanoi city tour -

Welcome at Noibai airport/ hotel, transfer to the hotel/ airport

Hanoi, located on the banks of the Red River, is one of the most ancient capitals in the world, where travelers can find well-preserved colonial buildings, ancient pagodas, temples, and unique museums within the city center

AM :

8.00- 8.30: Get picked up by our friendly guide and start to explore Hanoi City

08.45: Arrive at Tran Quoc Pagoda located in the West Lake

It is the oldest pagoda in Ha Noi built in the 6th century.

09.30: Visit Ho Chi Minh complex, you have a chance to see the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh then walk around the garden to see 2 houses where he lived & worked from 1954 to 1969. Then visit One Pillar Pagoda where worships the Godess of Mercy – It is the most unique pagoda in the world

Should dress modestly by covering from shoulders to knees when visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, temples, pagodas…
Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays.
Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is closed for at least 2 months (15th June -15th August) for annual maintenance but still can take pictures Mausoleum and visit that area

11.15: Visit Vietnam Ethnology Museum to learn about the culture of 54 ethnic groups living in the whole country of Vietnam

Special Note: we will visit the Women's Museum instead of the Ethnology Museum closed on Mondays

12.45: Have lunch at our restaurant. You have an opportunity to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine with 8 delicious dishes.

PM :

14.00-14.15: Continue to visit the Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam, established in the 11 century

15.15: Leave for Hoa Lo Prison Museum which was originally used by the French colonists in Indochina for political prisoners, and later by North Vietnam for U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. During this later period, it was known to American POWs as the "Hanoi Hilton"

16.15 -16.30: Tour finishes. Back to the hotel.

Inclusive services

TOUR INCLUDED

Shuttle bus during the trip ( Ford Transit, New County…)
English speaking guide ( at least 5 years of experience)
A bottle of water
Entrance tickets
Vietnamese lunch (can see menu)

TOUR EXCLUDED

Drink for lunch
Tips for tourguide& driver
Personal expenses or any thing not mentioned above

CHILDREN POLICY

Free of charge for infant (below 5-year-old), other expense pay by parents
Children from 1m to under 1,2m are charged 50%
Children over 1,2m (1,2 meter) are charged as adults
Two adults bring 2 children, The 2nd child will be charged 100% adult ticket
Children 50% have one private seat and 1 mineral water as adults

SPECIAL NOTES:

Should bring the necessary things such as : cash, cellphone or camara, raincoat/ umbrella ,sun block …( depending on the weather)
Option Cyclo Ride/ Puppet Show will be done in the end of the tour.
Tour may finish a bit earlier or later in some cases
The order of the itinerary can be changed depending on our guide’s arrangement
Children under 3 years old are not allowed to get inside Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum closed on Monday and Friday morning. And closes from 5th Sep to 31st October
The itinerary can be changed due to weather...
Special request (diet or vegetarian …) should be sent before your departure date.
Water Puppet show for Deluxe option only.. Then the tour will finish around 17h00 - 17h30.
Bat Trang pottery village will be visited on Mon, Wed & Fri (without Ethnology Museum). Ethnology Museum will be visited on Sun, Tue, Thu & Sat (without Bat Trang pottery village).
Surcharge 5usd/pax if travel date falls on Lunar New Year (30 Dec, 1 - 3 Jan according to Lunar Calendar)

Day 2: Hoa Lu - TamCoc - Mua Cave -

HOA LU - TAM COC - MUA CAVE

7:15-7:45am Our driver and tour guide pick you up at hotels in the Old Quarter Area, Hanoi. Head the south of Hanoi for 110 km. After 2 hours, you will arrive in Ninh Binh. First stop at Hoa Lu, you will have quick visit two temples built in honor of the emperors Dinh Le, their sons, and the Queen... to know why Hoa Lu was build as capital of Vietnam in ending of nine century.

12:00 – Enjoy lunch at our restaurant with the great local cuisine.

13:30 – Boarding a small sampan to visit Tam Coc which means literally “three caves” (1.5 hour boat trip). With Halong bay type views of majestic limestone cliffs and mysterious caves, as well as countryside landscape like peaceful streams, rice paddies and deserted green fields, Tam Coc really has it all. You will feel the fresh air and peaceful moments, very good opportunities for photo lovers, freezing the special moments and scenery.

15:30 – Arrive at Mua Cave and start an amazing trek up to the top of Ngoa Long Mountain for watching the spectacular rice valley with specious view of the nature.

17:15 – Return to our bus and then come back to Ha Noi

19:30 – Drop you off at your hotel/stay. Trip ends.

Inclusive services

Inclusions

Transfer round trip with AC modern vehicle 1 bottle mineral water/person/day
Hotel pickup and drop-off (at Hotels located in the Old Quarter area, Hoan Kiem district)
All Entrance fees including Mua Cave
Tam Coc Boat Trip
Buffet Lunch
Local English Speaking Tour Guide

Exclusions

Drinks
Gratuities (optional)
What not mentioned in inclusion
Departure point

Children policy:

Free of charge for infant (below 5-year-old), other expense pay by parents
Children from 1m to under 1,2m are charged 50%
Children over 1,2m (1,2 meter) are charged as adults
Two adults bring 2 children, The 2nd child will be charged 100% adult ticket
Children 50% have one private seat and 1 mineral water as adults

Notes:

Free pick up and drop off at hotels located in the Old Quarter area, Hoan Kiem district.
Otherwise, the meeting point at the Hanoi Opera House at 7:30 am
The itinerary can be changed due to weather, tide levels, traffic condition, and operating conditions...
After the boat trip on the river, the boat rower always expects the guest's tip about 1$ or 2$.
Special request (diet or vegetarian, …) should be sent before your departure date.
Pick up time take 40-60 minutes, pick up time will be confirmed after you make a reservation. If you do not want to wait for so long on the bus, plz go to last pick up point: Hanoi Opera House (Nhat Hat Lon) at 8:20-8: 30 am
The drop-off point is back at the original pickup point on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday There is only 1 drop-off point (the Thang Long Water Puppet Show Theatre at 57 Dinh Tien Hoang, Hoan Kiem) if the tour departs on Friday,
Saturday, or Sunday - due to the Night Market on the weekend in Hanoi Old Quarter Area because most of the street in the Hanoi Old Quarter area does not allow vehicles, and is only for walking

Day 3: Halong Bay (L, D) - Scenic cruise, Hiking, Swimming, Kayaking -

•   12.00 - Meeting at TuanChau harbour. Check in Royal Palace Cruise and you are warmly welcomed by a professional and friendly crew.
•   12:30 – You will board your Royal Palace Cruise and you are warmly welcomed by a professional and friendly crew.
•   13:00 – Check – in cabin and enjoy speacially prepared lunch while cruising through most beautiful parts of the magical bay with thousands of amazing limestone islands emerging from emerging from emrald water. Sailing with Roylal Palace Cruise in very tranquil route, expolling the exotic beauty of the legendary Bay, a feeling in paradise will come to you
•   14:45 – Kayaking in Ha Long Bay Peart Farm
•   16:15 – Small tender brings you to visit Titop island, hiking to the top of the island from where tourists can capture a panoramic view of Halong Bay.
•   16:15 - 17:30: Go to Titop Island
•   18:00 – Join the sunset moment on the sundesk in a warm and romantic armosphere, making friends with other members in the group, enjoy fresh local fruit, listening soft, light music, wearing traditional costumes for kings, queens, and mandarins
•   19:00 – Enjoy special dinner cooked by our professional chef
•   20:30 - The moment you choose your own way to relax after dinner, listening to music, singing karaoke, relaxing on the sundeck, squid fishing available for entertainment during the night time.

Inclusive services

Inclusive services:

Welcome drink on board
Complimentary Water in the Cabin
Accommodation on board: Safe ensuite cabin with A/C, hot water
Meals as indicated (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Diner)
Cooking Class Demonstration
Happy Hours,
Tai Chi lesson Entrance fees.
English-speaking guide.
Kayaking, Cave visiting
Entrance fee and Halong bay overnight fee.

Exclusive services:

Transfer to and from Halong Bay a big coach (optional). If it is included: free pickup will be offered at your hotel which is located in Hanoi's old quarters (8.00-8.45) or at Hanoi Opera House at 8.45. If you are in Halong, please be ready at Tuan Chau harbor, gate 26 before 12.15.
Beverages Airfare,
VISA arrangements Beauty Spa Services & Massage
Travel insurance
Tips and other personal services.
Any fee for emergency case.
All other services not mentioned in the Inclusions

Children policies:

A group with 2 adults and 1 child: the child under 5 years old is FOC, sharing a bed with parents.
A group with 2 adults & children: One child under 5 years old is FOC, and the other children under 5 years old are charged at 75% based on the adult rate, sharing a bed with parents.
Children from 5 to under 9 years old are charged at 75% based on the adult rate, sharing a bed with parents.
Children from 9 years old are charged at 100% based on adult rates, sharing a bed with parents.
100% adult ticket will be charged for 2nd child

Notes and Other Policy:

Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels, and operating conditions. Swimming or kayaking excursions may be canceled due to poor weather. Unused services are not subject to a refund.
Please send us all data information 1 day before check-in. You may fill out the form at: https://halongroyalpalacecruise.com/data or send us your passport photos.
In case of bad weather (the boat is not allowed to push off or not allowed to overnight in the sea), please choose of the below options: 1- Staying at the hotel (first night in Halong Bay - 4* superior) - Tour cost is not changed. (hotel expenses will be covered by the organizing company). 2- Back to Hanoi on the first day - Tour cost is charged as one of Halong Bay's one-day trips.
All rates are in US$ per person.
In case guests require a shuttle bus, please note that pick-up time will be around 7.45 am to 8.30 am. After 8.30 am, guests are advised to arrange their car to Halong Bay
Our boarding time is between 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm at NO.26 TUAN CHAU PORT, TUAN CHAU ISLAND. After 12:45 pm, guests are considered as No-shows and pay a 100% penalty tour charge
Kindly provide us with full guest’s passport information at least 02 days before cruise departure. Any cases of late or wrong information provided may lead to the delay or even the rejection of the guest check-in
Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood menu... Guests should advise of vegetarian or allergic foods at least one (1) day before the cruise date. Alternity foods will be prepared
Surcharge 10usd/pax if the travel date is during the Lunar New Year period
Tourists should bring sneakers, lotion, shadow glasses, swimsuits, and hats throughout the cruise Halong Bay Tours package to ensure their health. Special visitors should be followed the tour guide's arrangement and rules of the landscape.

Day 4: Halong Bay – Hanoi (B, L) - Surprising Cave, Scenic cruise, Cooking class - Noi Bai Airport Private Transfer - TanSonNhat airport pick up or transfer -

•   05:45 – Take photos of sunrise, morning exercise with our Tai Chi master, a perfectly healthy way to start a new day.
•   06:30 – Enjoy your breakfast, coffee, tea, fruits.
•   07:15 – Visit Surprising Cave – the most beautiful one in Halong Bay.
•   09:00 – Back to Royal Palace Cruise for check-out. Keep cruising towards Ha Long Bay, passing by hundreds of islands and islets with different shapes depending on your imagination.
•   10:00 – Cooking class opened right on the cruise.
•   10:30 – Farewell lunch served on the cruise before you arrive at harbor.
•   11:45 – Tour ends at Tuan Chau habour.

Welcome at Noibai airport/ hotel, transfer to the hotel/ airport

Be collected from the Tan Son Nhat Airport by a professional driver
Receive a transfer to any accommodation in District 1, 3 or Tan Binh
Observe the colorful streets of Ho Chi Minh from the comfort of your van
Enjoy a private, convenient transfer

Reserve a private airport pickup service by car, transferring you from the Tan Son Nhat Airport to your centrally located hotel in District 1, 3 or Tan Binh.

Inclusive services

Private transfer
Professional driver
Road tolls

Day 5: HO CHI MINH CITY & CU CHI TUNNEL -

ITINERARY:

Take the morning trip to visit Independence Palace, also known at the Reunification palace, was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu. Continue seeingthe beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office. Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of the both the Indochina wars.

Have lunch at local restaurant.

Depart for Cu Chi tunnel, the trip will take approximately one and a half hours bus driving. Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction followed by introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the war time. Then, spend your time to explore the remaining area and tunnel systems which included the special constructed living areas with kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purpose during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served.

Break time for relax or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun.

Return to Saigon. End trip.

Please take notes:

**The Notre Dame Cathedral have been being restored, so the guests just visit outside.

***Drop off time is subject to traffic, weather...so the finished time could be later than expecting.

Inclusive services

Inclusions: A/c vanpick up and drop off (centrally located hotel in Dist1 , HCMC), transfer & sightseeing as per program, English-speaking tour guide, entrance fee, pure bottled water, meal as lunch.
Exclusiosn: Travel insurance, beverage, tips & personal expenses (shooting gun, telephone calls…), other services not mentioned in the inclusion; Tax.

NOTE:

Pick up and transfer just for the centrally located hotel/accommodation in Dist 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
We are not responsible for your lateness.
Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat and the tour inclusions. Please advise the supplier if you have from 1 infant at time of booking.
Please choose the meet up option for the hotel outside the Dist 1 or the centrally located hotels in Dist 1 where we can not pick up and transfer because of the traffic rules, please contact the local supplier for support. In more detail, we are not allowed to pick up at Nguyễn Trãi Street, Nguyễn ThịNghĩaStreet,…
We are not responsible for your lateness.

Day 6: MEKONG DELTA DISCOVERY (Mỹ Tho - Bến Tre) -

Leaving the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City and start your trip to depart for My Tho, the town lies on the left side of the Mekong River. Upon arrival, visit Vinh Trang pagoda which sated back to the late 19th century. Then boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands.

Stop over at Unicorn Island, go walking around country lane and seeing orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, folk song music which performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation.

Riding a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal and treat yourself in the beauty of the countryside, visit the family business, visit honey-bee farm, enjoy honey tea and coconut candy workshop.

Have lunch at local restaurant. Break time.

In the afternoon, time for cycling around the Tan Thach village, meetthe local villagers to experience thelocal dailylifein theMekongdelta. Hammock relaxing and enjoy cool breeze for those can’t join the cycling trip. Return to Ho Chi Minh City. End trip.

***Please note: Drop off time is subject to traffic, weather...so the finished time could be later than expecting.

Inclusive services

Inclusions: :A/c van pick up (centrally located hotel in Dist1), transfer & sightseeing as per program, boat trip in the Mekong delta, English speaking guide, all entrance fees, local lunch with set menu.
Exclusions:Other food and beverage not mentioned in the program, Personal expenses, travel insurance, tax & tip

NOTE:

Pick up and transfer just for the centrally located hotel/accommodation in Dist 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
We are not responsible for your lateness.
Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat and the tour inclusions. Please advise the supplier if you have from 1 infant at time of booking.
Please choose the meet up option for the hotel outside the Dist 1 or the centrally located hotels in Dist 1 where we can not pick up and transfer because of the traffic rules, please contact the local supplier for support. In more detail, we are not allowed to pick up at Nguyễn Trãi Street, Nguyễn ThịNghĩaStreet,…
We are not responsible for your lateness.

Day 7: TanSonNhat airport pick up or transfer -

Be collected from the Tan Son Nhat Airport by a professional driver
Receive a transfer to any accommodation in District 1, 3 or Tan Binh
Observe the colorful streets of Ho Chi Minh from the comfort of your van
Enjoy a private, convenient transfer

Reserve a private airport pickup service by car, transferring you from the Tan Son Nhat Airport to your centrally located hotel in District 1, 3 or Tan Binh.

Inclusive services

Private transfer
Professional driver
Road tolls

Detail	Price
Noi Bai Airport Private Transfer
Hanoi city tour
Hoa Lu - TamCoc - Mua Cave
Halong Royal Palace Cruise
Noi Bai Airport Private Transfer
TanSonNhat airport pick up or transfer
HO CHI MINH CITY & CU CHI TUNNEL
MEKONG DELTA DISCOVERY (Mỹ Tho - Bến Tre)
TanSonNhat airport pick up or transfer
Accomodation (twin/double sharing) 5- nights
Total for 1 person