Grand of Viet Nam

Overview

Embark on an enchanting 16-day odyssey through Vietnam with the Grand of Vietnam Tour. Commencing in the vibrant city of Saigon, the journey unfolds with an exploration of the historic Cu Chi Tunnels and a leisurely cruise through the Mekong Delta’s picturesque landscapes. Soar to the hillside retreat of Da Lat, reveling in its colonial charm, before immersing in the coastal allure of Nha Trang. Traverse the ancient streets of Hoi An, soak in the imperial history of Hue, and absorb the cultural richness of Hanoi. A mesmerizing cruise through the emerald waters of Halong Bay adds a poetic touch to this grand adventure. This tour seamlessly weaves together cultural immersion, historical revelation, and the awe-inspiring beauty of Vietnam, promising an unforgettable journey through its diverse landscapes and traditions.

Tour Plan

Day 1: SAI GON ARRIVAL (-/-/-)

Our tour guide will meet and greet you at the airport. Transfer to the city for hotel check-in (after 14:00)

Free at leisure to make your own exploration to discover the bustling city of Saigon.

  • Overnight in Saigon

Day 2: CU CHI TUNNEL – SAI GON STREETFOOD TOUR (B/-/-)

Leave Sai Gon for Cu Chi Tunnels, which never been discovered by American forces. Stretching over 200 km, this incredible underground network, dug by hand out of hard laterite, connected command posts, hospitals, shelter and weapon factories.

In the afternoon, 5p.m our guide will pick you up at your hotel and take a foody walking tour. Your start destination is Le Van Tam Park- located on Dien Bien Phu and Hai Ba Trung Street and watch the afternoon exercise of local people here. Then try Green papaya salad   and continue your tour to Tan Dinh Church or Pink Church which was built in 1877. Afterwards, move to Tan Dinh Market and try on Broken Rice- “Com Tam” , Flan Cake  and Hu Tieu . At the end of tour, you could enjoy a drink in Sonate  Café- located on Dang Dung Street.  

  • Overnight in Saigon

Day 3: SAI GON – CAN THO (B/L/-)

In the morning, drive to Cai Be in the heart of the Mekong Delta. Set off by motor boat to visit the Cai Be and watch the locals trading fruit and many other commodities on board their vessels. Then wander into the small villages to visit the orchard and fruit plantation. Keep cruising through a series of small canals to experience the charms of the Upper Mekong Delta. Continue the journey to Can Tho, the largest town in the Mekong Delta.

  • Overnight in Can Tho

Day 4: CAI RANG MARKET – BINH THUY ANCIENT HOUSE – SAI GON (B/L/-)

Visit Cai Rang – the market is unique culture of local people living along this mighty river. Instead of shopping in the town, they shop and barter on the river that is more convenient to access by waterways.

The, visit Binh Thuy Ancient House-has a history of over 150 years. Tourist are drawn to this old house not only by its antique beauty, but also by its valuable historical and culture features

  • Overnight in Saigon

Day 5: SAI GON – FLIGHT TO DA LAT (B/-/-)

A short flight takes you to Da Lat City – The former French colonial hill station town of Da Lat was founded over 100 years ago by a French scientist, Dr Alexander Yersin. In the afternoon, we will visit the Summer Palace of the last emperor of Vietnam and the Crazy House. You may also wish to pay a visit to one of Da Lat’s most notable residents, Thien Vien Truc Lam.

  • Overnight in Da Lat

Suggestion Flight:  VN1382  SGN  DLI   11:00 12:15 (Airfare excluded on our price)

Day 6: DA LAT SIGHTSEEING TOUR (B/-/-)

Visit Domaine De Marie & Dalat Flower Garden, then  visit to Lang Biang will reveal a land of serene natural beauty surrounded by greenery of vegetable terraces. The mountain village of Xa Lat situated at the foot of the Mount Lang Biang is the home of Lat ethnic minority group.

  • Overnight in Da Lat

Day 7: DA LAT – TRANSFER TO NHA TRANG (B/-/-)

We will head eastward, making our way towards the coast. We’ll pass through pine forests and small market garden communities before reaching to Nha Trang City in the afternoon.

Upon arrival, we will visit the Po Nagar Towers, an outstanding of ancient Cham architecture.  

  • Overnight in Nha Trang

Day 8: NHA TRANG – ISLAND TOUR (B/L/-)

Experience the coast of Nha Trang aboard a boat as you set out in the morning for the first stop at the Tri Nguyen Aquarium. You will then head out to Hon Mun Island where you can swim and snorkel for beholding various kinds of multi – colourful corals and fishes (snorkelling fees paid by yourself), continue to Hon Mot Island for relax. 

  • Overnight in Nha Trang

Day 9: NHA TRANG – FLIGHT TO DANANG – MARBLE MOUNTAIN – HOIAN ANCIENT TOWN (B/-/-)

At Leisure and then you will be taken to the airport flight to Da Nang. Visit  the Marble Mountains en route to charming Hoi An.

Upon arrival, visit Hoian Ancient Town,known as Faifo to early Western traders, it was one of South East Asia’s major international ports and today it still retains that special old-world feel. Enjoy a walking tour through the old town. Visit Japanese Cover Bridge Pagoda. Visits Tran Family, Phuoc Kien assembly Hall, a Chinese pagoda built around 1690 and then restored and enlarged in 1900.  Hoi An Ancient Town is an exceptionally well-preserved example of a South-East Asian trading port dating from the 15th to the 19th century.

  • Overnight in Hoi An

Suggestion Flight:  VN946 CXR DAD   08:30  09:40 (Airfare excluded on our price)

Day 10: HOI AN – BANA HILL WITH GOLDEN BRIDGE – HOIAN (B/-/-)

After breakfast at hotel, transfer to Ba Na Hills

Arrive at the cable car station Suoi Mo. Sitting in the cabin, in mid air, looking upon the endless tree lone of the forest. Experiencing the pristine ecological system of the Ba Na mountain will leave you a sense of unforeseeable discovery

Visit the Le Jardin, old wineries (excluded expenses) – remains of French Villas and Linh Ung pagoda with 27m high Buddha statue. Leave Le Jardin for Gare Debay, the second cable car station, to go to the top of Ba Na

Visit and play game at the Fantasy Park- Ba Na Hills Fantasy Park- the third largest indoor amusement park in the world (Only some free games depending on Ba Na policy)

Free around Ba Na Hill till go down to the foot of mountain

Then transfer back to Hoian

  • Overnight in Hoian

Day 11: HOI AN – TRANSFER TO HUE (B/-/-)

A scenic drive takes you along the coastline from Hoi An to Hue, the former imperial capital of Vietnam. Then you will reach Hue, the former imperial capital of Vietnam, to visit the ancient Forbidden City from where the Nguyen Dynasty ruled between 1802 and 1945.

  • Overnight in Hue

Day 12: HUE CITY TOUR – FLIGHT TO HA NOI (B/-/-)

Take a Dragon boat trip along the Perfume River visiting Thien Mu pagoda, before continuing on to the Royal Mausoleum’s of Tu Duc. Emperor who ruled Hue more than 100 years ago. The tomb was constructed between 1864 and 1867. Tu Duc, who was the longest reigning Emperor, lived a luxurious life. In the afternoon transfer to airport for domestic flight to Hanoi.

  • Overnight in Hanoi

Suggestion Flight:  VN1546  HUI  HAN   18:40  20:00 (Airfare excluded on our price)

Day 13: HA NOI CITY TOUR – WATER PUPPET SHOW (B/-/-)

Enjoy a day sightseeing tour with a visit to Ho Chi Minh Memorial complex then heading to the Temple of Literature which is peaceful series of walled courtyards end graceful gateways. Keep going to visit Hoan Kiem Lake located in the heart of Hanoi. In the Northern of this lake one can find Ngoc Son Temple from 18th century. Visit Hanoi’s Ethnology Museum and its fascinating exhibitions about the diverse hill tribes in Vietnam. Enjoy Water Puppet Show. 

  • Overnight in Hanoi

Day 14: HA NOI – HA LONG BAY CRUISE (B/L/D)

Morning depart for Ha Long Bay, we go through the scenic countryside. The wondrous Ha Long Bay is truly one of Vietnam’s most impressive scenic sights. This exciting cruise will provide us a fantastic view of the picturesque scenery blending with the sky and some 3,000 limestone islands rising amazingly from the clear and emerald water.

  • Overnight on Halong Bay

Note: the itinerary of Halong will be changed based on which cruise you choose and depending on the weather without prior notice.

Day 15: HA LONG BAY CRUISE – HA NOI (BRUNCH/-)

Wake up early and see daylight filtering through the mist and towering rock formations, leaving you with a dream-like memory of your visit to Ha Long Bay. Enjoy a breakfast and perhaps join a Tai Chi class on the boat’s deck before disembarking and heading back to Hanoi.

Overnight in Hanoi.

Note: the itinerary of Halong will be changed based on which cruise you choose and depending on the weather without prior notice.

Day 16: HA NOI DEPARTURE (B/-/-)

Free at leisure until transfer to Hanoi airport to take departure flight (check out time: 12:00 noon)

 

Hotel List

Location 4* 5*
Sai Gon Paragon/Northen Charm (ROH) New Word (Deluxe)
Can Tho West Can Tho (Deluxe) Muong Thanh Luxury (Deluxe)
Da Lat Muong Thanh Dalat/TTC Hotel

 (Superior city view)

Ana Mandara/Dalat Palace  (ROH)
Nha Trang Erica Nhatrang (ROH) Queen Ann (Deluxe)
Hoian Silkotel/Le Pavillion Luxury (Deluxe) Palm Garden/ Allegro 

(Superior Garden View)

Hue Romance (ROH) Imperial Hue/Indochine Palace 

(ROH)

Ha Noi The Ann/ The Q (Deluxe)/ROH) Pan Pacific (Deluxe)
Ha Long Amanda Cruise/ Syrena Cruise  (Deluxe) Victory Star Cruise/ La Casta Cruise

(Deluxe)/(Junior Suite)

Tour Included & Excluded

Inclusions

  • Accommodation in the category chosen or similar (subject to availability)
  • Meals as mentioned in the program. B= Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner 
  • Saigon Street Food tour 
  • All local boat rental as mentioned in the program. 
  • Cruise 01 nigh on non-private junk in Ha Long Bay
  • Boat as mentioned
  • 2 ways cable car Ba Na Hills
  • Traditional water puppet show
  • Transportation by private vehicle with A/C.
  • All entrance fees and sightseeing as mentioned in the program.
  • Local English speaking guide(s) as mentioned 

 (In house sharing English speaking guide on cruise in Halong Bay. If you need our private guide, please let us know, we will advise you any surcharge on cruise) 

  • Mineral water with 2 bottles of 500ml/ tour day/ pax.

Exclusions

  • International flight tickets and airport taxes. 
  • Flight ticket Saigon-Dalat//Nha Trang-Danang//Hue-Hanoi
  • Meals and drinks which are not mentioned in the program
  • Drink & Beverage in meals
  • Optional tours
  • Travel insurance (Please make sure that you buy insurance for your clients before they travel oversea)
  • Visa arrangement & Visa stamp at international gate
  • TIPPING for local guide and van driver

*Suggested TIPPING for bellboy, boat crew, sampan driver: depend your budget.

  • Any services not clearly mentioned in the program