Travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi with Essence of Vietnam 14 Day Tour. This 14 Day Tour in Vietnam is designed to bring the best experience for you. The tour starts in Ho Chi Minh City and ends in Hanoi. Different from other Vietnam Tours, we will begin from the Southern Part of Vietnam and the last stop is Hanoi capital city. Within 2 weeks, Incredible Asia Journeys - local tour company in Vietnam will bring you to Saigon, Mekong Delta, Hue City, Hanoi and Halong Bay. We believe that this 2 week tour in Vietnam can satisfy even the most fastidious customers.
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Saigon By Night
Activities: Meet your private tour guide at Ho Chi Minh Airport. Watch the A O Show or other similar shows (depends on the show schedule).
Take the flight to Ho Chi Minh for starting your Essence of Vietnam 14 Day Tour.
Upon your arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, your guide will be waiting there to transfer you to your hotel for check-in (Kindly be advised that the standard check-in time is at 14.00 so the early check-in is subject to the hotel availability and attracts a surcharge). Take your time to freshen up after the long flight.
In the late afternoon, we will take a short stroll to the historic Saigon Opera House for the A O Show (or other similar shows such as My Village, The Mist, Teh Dar by Lune Production) which is the sophisticated cultural show featuring bamboo cirque, contemporary dance, acrobatics and traditional music. Return to your hotel for staying overnight in Hanoi hotel.
Notre Dame Cathedral in Ho Chi Minh
Activities: Explore the renowned Cu Chi Tunnels in the morning and some of the city’s highlights, including the Reunification Palace, the War Remnants Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post Office in the afternoon.
Day 2 of your Vietnam 14 Day Tour will be a full day tour with Cu Chi Tunnels and City Tour.
After breakfast, we will leave the bustling city for the famous Cu Chi Tunnels which is an amazing underground tunnel network built by Vietnamese resistance fighters during the Vietnamese War. Upon reaching the complex system, you will watch a short documentary film then spend the next hour to explore the war memorial museum. If keen on, descending into the tunnels is the great way to gain a unique insight into what underground life must have been like during the time when locals struggle for independence. Enjoy lunch, then continue on to the city center where you will visit some of the city’s historical sites, including the Reunification Palace, and the War Remnants Museum. Next, we proceed to venture to Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post Office to get a sense of the city’s French Colonial past. Stay overnight at the hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Mekong Delta
Activities: Take the boat trip on the river of My Tho to visit local lifestyle and visit different islands. Experience the horse cart.
Mekong Delta Boat Trip is a must-see for most of the Vietnam Tours. This trip will be a highlight and key site of your Vietnam 14 Day Tour .
Today, you will get a taste of river life by taking the boat trip on the Mekong River in My Tho, the gateway to the Mekong Delta.
After having breakfast, you will take the transfer to My Tho where you will board your private traditional boat and go downstream along Dragon Island to observe a wide range of locals' daily activities on the river such as catching, raising fish on the farm. After that, you will get through the Xep Canal (natural) towards a local village. Disembark the boat and explore some fascinating local industries, and then, stop in farmer house to taste some tropical fruits, sip delicious honey tea, as well as listen to local music. While at the village, you also have the chance to drive on paths by horse cart before changing on a small rowing boat to the river. Enjoy lunch at the riverside restaurant.
After lunch, we continue on to visit a coconut candy factory and sample some sweets. Return to My Tho by getting over the large river. Hop into your car for the transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City. Stay overnight in this cosmopolitan city.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Hoi An By Night
Activities: Transfer to Ho Chi Minh Airport for the flight to Da Nang and take the drive to Hoi An.
After breakfast at your hotel, enjoy your free time at leisure in the city before being picked up to transfer to the airport for taking the flight to Da Nang.
Upon reaching Da Nang Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your private tour guide and driver for the transfer to Hoi An. Check in your room and you will have free time in Hoi An. You may stroll around the streets in Hoi An for shopping, enjoying a cup of coffee or going to the beach for swimming in the best beach in Vietnam.
Hoi An is a place which shouldn't be missed for any traveler taking any Vietnam trip. That will be a good place for you to freshen up in this Vietnam 14 Day Tour Itinerary after some days doing the tour in Southern Vietnam. Stay overnight in Hoi An.
Meals: Breakfast
Bamboo Boat in Hoi An
Activities: Enjoy how to ride a water buffalo at the paddy farm. Learn how to ride basket boat.
The tour today promises an unforgettable memory for you in your 14 day itinerary in Vietnam.
After breakfast, your local guide and driver will be waiting for you at your hotel’s lobby for the transfer to the town’s outskirt. Upon reaching the meeting point, your tour guide will provide you some brief information about buffalo which is considered as the B.M.W of Vietnam. Before trying to ride on your new friend, there are five words that you should learn by heart and remember in order to communicate with him/ her. They are ĐI: GO, DỜ: STOP, DÍ: TURN LEFT, HÁ: TURN RIGHT and DUN: BACK. After that, you will get an opportunity to ride on your new buffalo friend who has been trained and tamed quite well. It promises to be a great adventure for a thrilling ride both in the field and even on the water, with the escort of the buffalo man and your local guide. Wave goodbye to your buffalo friend and the buffalo man, hop into your van for the transfer to a nearby local fishing village where you climb aboard on your boat. You will be instructed to learn how to ride basket boat. Start the lesson by your guide telling you about the use of basket boat used by local fishermen, as well as how to paddle the round boat not get rounded. Amongst some different techniques, the best way to steer is with the figure out of the number eight to make it go. Interestingly, you have the chance to enjoy a unique performance by THUNG CHAI on the river run by local crews. It surely gives you a remarkable experience as the show is with a lot of fun and joy. Afterwards, keep your hands inside (do not keep your hands outside the edge of your basket boat), along with the provided life jacket and safety instruction. Some other personal belongings such as camera, cell phone, wallet, sunglasses must be kept on your big boat before getting down your small basket boat. Get with you some of towels to enjoy your fun and do prepare to get wet!
The tour concludes with dropping you off at your hotel. Stay overnight in Hoi An.
Meals: Breakfast
Lantern streets in Hoi An Town
Activities: Enjoy your free day in Hoi An.
Another day for freshening up your body in your Vietnam 14 Day Tour.
After breakfast, enjoy your free day at leisure in the ancient town of Hoi An. You may spend time for exploring the charming town or relaxing at the beach.
Spending your last night in Hoi An. Walking in the evening on the walking street in Hoi An will be amazing with the colorful lantern streets. Stay overnight in Hoi An.
Meals: Breakfast
Hai Van Pass
Activities: Take the transfer from Hoi An to Hue over Hai Van Pass and Lang Co Beach. Sample the local street food in Hue.
After breakfast and check-out, leave the graceful ancient town and head to the north to Hue, passing the 500m-high Hai Van Pass. En-route, make a quick stop at the scenic Lang Co Beach for a drink, then, continue on to Hue – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon your arrival in Hue, do the check-in formalities and spend your free time in the ancient capital of Vietnam.
Late afternoon, you will be picked up by your private tour guide for a walk around to see the local street life. You will have the opportunity to taste some different local street food in Hue which is considered to be the paradise of various delicate dishes. Stay overnight in Hue.
Meals: Breakfast
The Citadel of Hue
Activities: Take the boat trip on the romantic Perfume River. Discover Thien Mu Pagoda, the Imperial City of Hue and Minh Mang Tomb before ending the tour at Dong Ba Market.
Day 8 of your Vietnam 14 Day Tour you will visit Hue City. That is a good day for learning more about Vietnam history and the feudal society.
Today, you will spend the full day to explore the tranquil Hue and its major landmarks. Commence your full day tour with floating down the peaceful Perfume River by Dragon Boat, make a quick stop en-route, get off the boat to explore the iconic seven-storey Thien Mu Pagoda which is considered as the unofficial symbol of the city. Next, proceed to visit the Imperial City of Hue, one of Vietnam's Seven UNESCO World Heritage Site, including The Citadel and The Forbidden City, as well as Royal Fine Arts Museum to learn about the history of the ancient capital of Vietnam.
After lunch, we continue on to the city’s outskirts to visit one of Vietnam’s most impressive royal tombs, Minh Mang Tomb which is the final resting place of the Emperor under Nguyen Dynasty. After visiting and knowing about the Nguyen architecture, we will venture to Dong Ba Market which is the perfect place to immerse into the local life. Return to your hotel in the afternoon and stay overnight in Hue.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Boat Perfurm River Hue
Activities: Transfer to Hue Airport for the flight to Hanoi. Enjoy your free day in the capital city.
After breakfast at your hotel, enjoy your free time at leisure in the ancient capital before being picked up to transfer to the airport for taking the flight to Hanoi.
Upon your arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, you will be warmly greeted by your private tour guide and driver for the transfer to the city center for hotel check-in. Stay overnight in Hanoi.
Meals: Breakfast
One Pillar Pogoda in Hanoi
Activities: Explore the capital city’s highlights including HCM complex, one of the museums in Hanoi, Temple of Literature and take a stroll around the Old Quarter.
After breakfast, you will start your Hanoi city tour with Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (closed on Monday and Friday, every afternoon and from early September until the end of November), seeing a long queue of the visitors all around Vietnam coming to express their admiration and gratitude towards the common father of Vietnamese. From there, stroll around the surrounding areas of the complex to explore the Presidential Palace, the Ho Chi Minh's House on Stilts and the One Pillar Pagoda. Leaving the resting place of President Ho Chi Minh, we continue to visit one of the museums (Vietnam Military History Museum, Museum of Art, Hoa Lo Prison, widely known as “Hanoi Hilton” – a nick name given by US pilots during the war or the Ethnology Museum) to see the real exhibitions displayed.
After lunch, we proceed to explore the picturesque Temple of Literature (Van Mieu- Quoc Tu Giam) which was the site of Vietnam’s first university. The 11th century temple nowadays is used as a holy place for students to visit before their examinations or before graduating.
Hop into your car to drive to Hanoi Old Quarter where you will take the walking tour around before getting back to your hotel. Stay overnight in Hanoi.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Notes: Note: Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum is usually closed from the early September to late November for annual maintenance. In that case, we will visit outside.
Halong Bay Over View
Activities: Take the transfer from Hanoi to Halong Bay, embark a junk boat to enjoy the amazing beauty of Halong Bay.
Halong Bay 3 day 2 night cruise is the best option for you to discover the best of Halong Bay. Taking this Vietnam 14 Day Tour you will have a chance for discovering the best of Halong Bay.
Today will be your first day to explore the legendary Halong Bay, the famous UNESCO World Heritage Site in Vietnam. Morning transfer out of the city center (the travel time is around four hours), passing through the Red River Delta countryside, the daily rural life of Vietnamese farmers with rice fields and water buffaloes.
You will arrive the harbor at around noontime and hop on your traditional wooden junk boat, and marvel at the magnificent and magical limestone mountain islands.
After lunch, the boat will stop at the island which gives you the opportunity to disembark to join in some different activities such as climbing to the summit for a panoramic view of Halong Bay, going swimming in the emerald water or simply sunbathing on the beach. If you’re feeling adventurous, you may disembark at the next stop to kayak to explore sea caves.
This evening, savor the delicious fresh seafood meal before staying overnight on board the boat beneath a sky full of evening stars.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Notes: Itinerary may vary slightly based on your selected junk boat’s program. Your travel consultant will be very happy to discuss your chosen junk’s detailed program with you.
Kayaking in Halong Bay
Activities: Continue to cruise to explore the further part of Halong Bay, spend the second night in the bay.
Early risers may start their second day in the magnificent Halong Bay with a Tai Chi class. If not, you may simply relax on the top deck as the sunrises over the bay. Have breakfast to be ready for a full day of activities out of your junk. Today, your boat cruises further to the bay and you have the chance to discover deeper in the bay. Disembark your boat to do some kayaking or swimming amongst the small islands that the bigger boats can’t reach. You may stay onboard to sunbathe on the sundeck and sip a stunning cocktail or take photos of the spectacular bay view.
Upon return to the day boat, enjoy the delicious seafood lunch before continuing your today’s journey to different parts of Halong Bay. Afterwards, return to your junk for the dinner before spending the second night onboard your well-equipped cabin.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning Tai Chi in Halong Bay
Activities: Enjoy the final glimpse of the bay, say goodbye to the crew for the transfer back to Hanoi.
Wake up early to practice morning tai chi session on the top deck or watch the sunrise over the bay before having breakfast in the restaurant. Proceed to explore one of the gorgeous caves in Halong Bay to know more about the formation of karst caves on a guided walking tour. Back on board the junk, prepare to check out while cruising back to the dock. Disembark the boat and transfer back to Hanoi for ending your Halong Bay 3 day 2 night cruise trip.
Arriving in Hanoi, check in your hotel again for the last night in your Vietnam Tour. Stay overnight in Hanoi.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Notes: The itinerary for Halong Bay trip may change slightly depending on the cruise we stay.
Shopping in Hanoi
Activities: Free time before being transferred to the airport for the flight home or to the next destination.
After breakfast, spend your time at leisure for exploring the city or shopping for some souvenirs to bring back home until being picked up for the transfer to Hanoi Airport for your onward flight.
Your trip to Vietnam in 14 days ends here. Thank you for joining us on this exciting journeys and we will see you soon in the future!
Meals: Breakfast
Notes: Normally we will pick you up 3 hours before your departure flight time for your international flight and 2 hours before your departure flight time for your domestic flight but we will be flexible depending on the traffic and other condition. The picking up time will be set up when we send you the detailed itinerary and check again 1 day before your departure date.
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Reaching high to match the beautiful city skyline of Ho Chi Minh City, the Signature Saigon Hotel is a central 3-star hotel with comfortable amenities and occasional flecks of the luxurious. This well-lit and heartily decorated hotel provides convenience and comfort throughout its 72 rooms spanning four different accommodation options, all wonderfully adorned and consisting of relaxing amenities such as cushioned seated areas and jacuzzi bathtubs.With Ben Thanh Market just 100m away, the Signature Saigon Hotel is one of the most centrally located hotels in Ho Chi Minh City. From here, you can enjoy easy and quick access to some of Saigon’s best sites, including Bui Vien Walking Street (1km away), Independence Palace (1km away) and the War Remnants Museum (1.5km away). Aside from tourist attractions, the hotel is located within an area known for its plethora of food and drink options, though both can also be enjoyed in the comfort of our well-equipped dining room.
Nods to the long history of Saigon are evident around the Grand Silverland Hotel & Spa, an impressive 4-star hotel in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. A mixture of tradition and modernity will greet you upon stepping inside our gorgeous lobby, as smiling staff dressed in áo dài show you the true meaning of Vietnamese hospitality. Western conveniences are found throughout our tastefully decorated rooms, which come in five accommodation options and span all budgets.From its prime location in the centre of downtown Ho Chi Minh City, the Grand Silverland Hotel offers premium access to some of the best sites to visit in Saigon. Just one block away stands the Independence Palace, with the War Remnants Museum just beyond it. One block to the southeast is where you will find the central Ben Thanh Market and a whole host of eateries and cafes. For even more convenience, the Grand Silverland Hotel contains its own rooftop restaurant, café and tranquil spa.
Steeped in modern history through its vital role played during the Vietnam War, the Rex Hotel Saigon carries a certain class and prestige unparalleled by other hotels in Ho Chi Minh City. The fine blend of ancient Vietnamese elegance set among modern Western convenience is a philosophy that provides you with a highly comfortable stay, but one that also keeps us in touch with our ancestral roots. This is most evident in our rooms, where you will find a highly compatible décor amidst ostentatious furnishings, all amounting to a piece of Saigon accommodation draped in fine style.Outside the rooms, the numerous facilities of the Rex Hotel Saigon keep you entertained and provide excellent refreshment for your time with us. Our Rooftop Bar Garden crowns the entire hotel with sweeping views over glittering Ho Chi Minh City, while two restaurants, two swimming pools, a gym, tennis court, spa, and a unique vertical garden space complete the hotel with a decadent flourish.Our location right next to the central City Hall puts the Rex Hotel Saigon squarely in the centre of Ho Chi Minh City. Exiting the hotel, you will find yourself on Nguyen Hue Walking Street, while Ben Thanh Market lies just about 500m away. Independence Palace and the War Remnants Museum can be reached in under 1km, and the nightlife centre of the city, Bui Vien street, in under 2km.
On the quiet island of An Hoi, located just out of the centre of historical Hoi An, the Vinh Hung Emerald Resort serves up accommodation with an eye on the still-wild appeal of this UNESCO-protected town. Each room of our 3.5-star resort has a balcony that allows for views over either the swimming pool, manicured gardens or placid Song Thu River, keeping you in touching distance of tropical Vietnam.The 52 rooms overall consist of comfort and high-quality amenities from wall-to-wall. Around the rest of the Vinh Hung Emerald Resort, our restaurant, pool, bar and spa put Hoi An’s famous hospitality and relaxation at your fingertips.Our location on the centre of the island means that all of An Hoi’s attractions are within easy walking distance. Beyond that, the Old Town lies just a 5-minute walk from our front doors, while the beaches of Cua Dai and An Bang are a mere 15-minute drive.
A haven of peace on the banks of the Thu Bon River; Vinh Hung Riverside Resort and Spa is the location for your gorgeous island retreat. This 4-star resort on the southern stretches of An Hoi Island is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of Hoi An, one where guests are charmed and enchanted by the beautiful mix of tiled roof architecture, lush tropical gardens and the sauntering river that encloses it all.89 beautiful rooms spanning three accommodation options make up the Vinh Hung Riverside Resort, all decked with white walls, comfortable bedding and views onto the garden or river. Our more lavish options include a private terrace and extended living room, giving you more than one way to enjoy Hoi An. Along with these, our beautiful restaurant, various bars, gym, pool, children’s playground and unique Countryside Market add up to the ultimate Hoi An experience.It is impossible to overlook the beauty of Hoi An Ancient Town, which lies just 500m away over the gorgeous Bridge of Lights. On An Hoi Island, you will find the weekend night market, surrounded by several bars and restaurants to complete you wonderful stay in Hoi An.
Experience the slow progression of life on the shores of Cua Dai Beach, sandwiched between the sparkling East Vietnam Sea and the beautiful port town of Hoi An. The Palm Garden Resort and Spa is set amongst the most incredible nature, with serene gardens rolling out to the white sand beach, and lily ponds crossed by charming wooden bridges. Tropical trees hang from above, creating an idyllic scene in some of the most picturesque Hoi An scenery.Step inside, and you will find a luxury resort with traditional Hoi An style and hospitality and its core. The 216 beautifully appointed rooms of the Palm Garden Resort possess a simple, yet carefully crafted design; uncluttered with unnecessary extras but fully fitted with modern conveniences and accented with Vietnamese nuance. With just a 10-minute drive to central Hoi An, the Palm Garden Resort is wonderfully located out of the hustle and bustle of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, in a secluded spot overlooking the magnificent Cham Islands and the wooden fishing vessels than trawl the shore. 30km from the Da Nang International Airport means that you are never far from paradise from the moment you step off the plane.
Near the convergence of the Huong and Nhu Y rivers, the Hue Serene Palace Hotel is located, surrounded by wonderful cafes and several eating establishments. Just a 15-minute walk from the hotel will lead you to the Truong Tien Bridge, designed by Gustave Eiffel and offering great views of the evocative Huong River. Just beyond that is the Imperial Citadel, home of Vietnam’s ruling family for 143 years.The convenience of the Hue Serene Palace Hotel’s location is matched by the convenience of its own amenities. The elegant décor that runs throughout the restaurant promotes a regal atmosphere as you dine on some of Hue’s best offerings. The city is one of the most famous for food in all of Vietnam, and our full menu, along with Western and other Vietnamese classics, will give you a taste of Hue and its royal cuisine.The rooms of the Hue Serene Palace Hotel offer a relaxing time in a tastefully decorated room, matching dark colours with regal white and containing modern conveniences in the wall-mounted TV, personal computer and full bathtub in the gorgeously appointed en suite bathrooms. Balconies in most rooms provide you with a view of Hue and the constantly buzzing atmosphere of this charming and historical city.
Moonlight Hotel Hue is a brand new hotel in the heart of Hue City with the easy walking distance to Huong River and a 5 minute drive to the popular Dong Ba market. The location of The Moonlight Hotel Hue could not be more ideal for those who want to experience the popular attractions of Hue.With quality accommodation and great service, Moonlight Hotel Hue will make you feel right at home. Moonlight Hotel Hue also offers many facilities appointed to the highest degree of comfort and convenience to enrich your stay in Hue. Rooms at the Moonlight Hotel Hue feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar and a telephone. The private bathrooms include hot/cold shower facilities or a bathtub and a hairdryer.Moonlight Hotel Hue is an ideal place of stay for travelers seeking charm, comfort and convenience in Hue.The Moonlight Hotel has an in-house restaurant that serves local and international cuisines and 2 bars.The hotel's recreational facilities, which include hot tub, fitness center, sauna, indoor pool, spa are designed for escape and relaxation.
A mere 2-minute walk from Hoan Kiem Lake and a 3-minute drive from Dong Xuan and the weekend night market lies the lavish Gondola Hotel. Along with the open-plan communal areas like the restaurant and the rooftop bar, The Gondola Hotel features rooms with windows affording either lake or city views. Every room features effective air conditioning and a safety deposit box for your comfort and security. For working or relaxing, the accompanying lounging area comes complete with a desk and a flat-screen TV, while the en suite bathrooms come with either a bathtub or shower option.The Gondola Hotel is your home base for travelling around Vietnam. We are located just 10 minutes from Hanoi’s central Train Station and about 35 minutes from Noi Bai International Airport via car. The tour desk at the Gondola Hotel provides you with reliable information as well as the convenience of ticket buying and tour booking services. Motorbikes and cars are also available to rent from the hotel. Return back to the Gondola Hotel after a day of activities to a soothing massage, or head upstairs to our rooftop bar to enjoy a drink and the panoramic views of the city at sunset. The Gondola Restaurant provides a great mix of Vietnamese and European food throughout the day.
A mix of traditional and modern motifs run throughout the MK Premier Boutique Hotel, with 65 rooms accommodating visitors to the wonderful city of Hanoi. With the historic Old Quarter on our doorstep, the MK Premier Boutique Hotel provides a safe and comfortable home base from which you can explore the city. For those times at the end of the day, The MK Premier Boutique Hotel offers a peaceful space where you can unwind, with a refined atmosphere accompanying your recuperation time.Discover the meaning of Vietnamese hospitality through the inviting staff, who will always be at your service during your stay with us. From the lobby to the restaurant and rooftop bar you will find well-trained staff with great English skills and a welcoming smile. We want you to enjoy your stay in Hanoi and will do everything in our power to make that happen.
The finest of Hanoi’s hotel accommodation awaits. The Hotel De L’Opera MGallery Collection, is the embodiment of the class, prestige and international recognition of Hanoi, our phoenix from the ashes of Vietnam’s past. Situated on Trang Tien Street, a mere minute’s walk to Hoan Kiem Lake, the Water Puppet Theatre and the opulent Trang Tien Plaza, you will enjoy the finest that Hanoi has to offer, both inside and outside the hotel. At Hotel De L’Opera, you will bear witness to the top level of Hanoi’s wonderful hospitality, available to you at any time of the day throughout 107 beautifully appointed bedrooms. Between the marble lobby and exquisite indoor courtyard, you will receive the warmest of welcomes, before finding the deep shades of elegance draped across your room. The gorgeous indoor pool, well-equipped gym and professional spa are some of the added benefits of a stay with Hotel De L’Opera. Our priority is your satisfaction, to which end our staff will work tirelessly. You will receive nothing but a 5-star service through La Fee Verte, our beautiful bar, Café Lautrec and our resplendent Satine Restaurant.
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