Memorable 10-Day Family Vietnam Escape from South to North

Welcome to Ho Chi Minh, the heart of Vietnam which is considered as a blend of traditional and modern beauties. At Tan Son Nhat Airport, your driver will welcome then take you to your hotel to check-in (from 14:00pm).

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GROUP SIZE:  12 people

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

RETURN:   17:30pm

ROUTE:   HCMC – My Tho – Ben Tre – HCMC

Itinerary:

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, meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong delta. 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.

After breakfast at the hotel, our driver will pick you up and transfer you to the airport for your flight from Ho Chi Minh to Phu Quoc. Upon arrival at Phu Quoc Airport, meet your driver and enjoy a comfortable private transfer to your hotel. Check in (14:00pm) and have some time to relax.

17:00PM, In the afternoon, meet the driver at the arranged time for your transfer to GrandWorld.

Arrive at GrandWorld Phu Quoc, a vibrant entertainment and cultural complex known as the “City that Never Sleeps.” Stroll along colorful European-style streets, visit cafés, souvenir shops, and unique themed zones. You may also choose to enjoy optional attractions such as the Vietnamese Essence Show, gondola-style boat rides along the Venice-inspired canal, or various evening performances (optional).

Free evening to relax or continue exploring GrandWorld at your own pace. Later, transfer back to the hotel. Overnight in Phu Quoc.

ITINERARY:

08h00 -08:30: Tour guide picks up at your hotel and you visit the Pearl farm.

09h00 :Arrived An Thoi harbor and begin your journey to 3 island + cable car in Phu Quoc.

09h30 : May Rut Island – sea entertainment center for experience : seawalker, parasailing, skyborard… (own expenses)

10h30 : Gam Ghi Island – do snorkeling (life jackets, swimming goggles, snorkel…).

11h30 : Take photos of engines, take photos of Sup buoys, take photos of sea hammocks.

12h30 : Thom Island : The Canoe takes you back to Hon Thom port.

13h00 : Lunch buffet at Hon Thom island

14h00 : Have fun at the water park, thrilling games, and visit the Hon Thom ecosystem.

16h10 : You take the Hon Thom cable car to the Mediterranean sunset town. Enjoy a leisurely walk through the colorful Mediterranean-style streets.

17:00: Be back to the hotel in Phu Quoc. Overnight in Phu Quoc

After having breakfast, take a morning flight to Da Nang. After reaching the airport, private car will take you to the hotel for checkin.

Free at beach/night market and overnight in Da Nang

Around 13:00 pm: The van and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel and transfer to Hoi An. Start your adventure with Cam Thanh Coconut for being a fisherman at Cam Thanh Coconut Village, you will experience about learning traditional fishing techniques and how to row unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats while exploring the tranquil coconut palm waterways of the past war. On this tour, we provide authentic social and cultural insight into the local way of life in Vietnam. Furthermore, you will take part in some hands-on activities which are fun, safe, and interesting and are suitable for everybody.

About 3.30 pm: Visit to the next destination to Hoi An Old Town.

• Go to the Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, a colorful mélange of bright gates, dragon statues, and elaborate rooftops. Shopping at Hoi An Central Market. Get an introduction to ancestor worship while visiting the family altar and watching local devotees making offerings.
• You will see remarkably well-preserved old houses, Phung Hung Ancient House or Tan Ky Ancient House that have withstood 200 years of weather and war. Learn about the prosperous merchants who used to live in these homes, trading with buyers from all around the world. Visit Museum of Folk Culture in Hoi An A display of artifacts depicts ancient local daily life. Especially, you will enjoy art shows at Hoi An Traditional Performing Arts House.
• Make a stop at the Japanese Bridge. The bridge spans a small waterway and was constructed more than 400 years ago to connect the Japanese community with the Chinese who lived on the other side of the water. Admire the carvings and paintings inside the bridge, learning about their symbolism and cultural significance.
• Additionally, visit some of Hoi An’s well-known handicraft shops and artwork galleries. Discover smaller laneways and local neighborhoods, gaining a better appreciation of Hoi An’s endless charm.
• Dinner with Hoi An specialty food.

7.00 pm: Enjoy your time with the boat ride on Hoai River and release the flower lanterns to pray for the best of luck to you and your family. You will immerse yourself in the fanciful space of the lantern street. Free your time with the night market and enjoy the shimmering space of Hoi An.

7.30 pm – 8.00pm: We will drop you off at your hotel. End of our services!

*Note: The duration of the tour program corresponds to each option.

07:30 am – 08:00 am: Our minivan and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel lobby. Enjoy a scenic ride to Ba Na Hills via cable car.

Spend your time on one of the most modern cable car systems in Southeast Asia. Visit Dream Stream Cable Car Station and admire the breathtaking views of Da Nang’s coastal city.

After completing the first cable car ride, you will visit the Golden Bridge — famous for its exotic design and recognized by The Guardian as one of the world’s most prominent pedestrian bridges — Le Jardin D’amour (consisting of 9 gardens), and Linh Ung Pagoda.

Continue the second cable car to visit the French Village, where you can enjoy street music, admire art statues, Campanile, the Nine-Floor Goddess Shrine, Tombstone Temple, watch carnival performances, and explore Square Du Dome.

Have lunch at a restaurant (buffet).

Take the Lava Train from Sun Kingdom to discover many new attractions for check-in, such as Helios Waterfall, Time Gate, and the Moon Kingdom, etc. Join Fantasy Park by walking through Fairy Forest, discovering Dinosaur Park, playing 5D Wild West, enjoying the 4D Death Race ride, watching 3D Mega 360 Degrees, riding Journey into the Underground, entering Jurassic Park, challenging the Freefall Tower, and participating in adventures at the Horror House, along with over 90 free games.

3:00 pm: Return to the Cable Car for leaving Ba Na Hills

5:00 pm: Our minivan brings you back to your hotel. Tour ends.

TRIP INCLUDES	TRIP EXCLUDES
– A two ways hotel pickup and drop off – English-speaking tour guide. – The 1.000.000 VND of return cable cars – The 380.000 VND of buffet lunch – Golden Bridge, Le Jardin D’amour, Fantasy Park, Moon Caste, French Village, … – A bottle of water	– Wax Statue Museum – France Wine Cellar entrance & wine – Roller Coaster game, Climbing game, or some games with prizes – 10D movie- Personal expenses and Services not mentioned above- Tips & gratuities for guide and driver

Take a flight to Hanoi with private driver for pickup and drop-off.

08:00: Our Shuttle Bus pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi old quarter.

08: 45 Depart to Halong Bay for 2.5 Hours.

10:30: Arrive in Hai Duong province, and have 20-minute short break. 11:30 – 12:00: Arrive to Tuan Chau harbor.

12:00 – 12:30 Welcome to the Cruise and enjoy Welcome drink, meet the captain, crew to get a brief introduction about cruise and safety guidelines. Complete check-in procedure.

13:00: Enjoy Vietnamese seafood and vegetarian lunch, while cruising in the magnificent Halong – Lan Ha Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay.

• Continue cruising through Con Vit islet (Duck Islet), Thumb islet and Gia Luan Harbor where belonged to Cat Ba area.
• Discover lagoon natural area belonged to Lan Ha bay. Drop anchor for swimming or just simply sunbathe on our cruise (private, wild and fresh air).

15:45: You will do kayaking under our tour guide’s instructions in so many beautiful spots, then Swimming or just simply sunbathe on our cruise (private, wild and fresh air).

Heading back toward the sleeping area.

18.00: Come back to our Cruise and participate in our Sunset party. Take photos and relax.

19:00: Time for dinner enjoying special seafood and Vietnamese typical food on the cruise.

21:00: Evening entertainments: play game on the cruise: cards game, chess, squid fishing, relaxing with massage service and overnight on the Cruise.

7:00-7:45: Have breakfast. Morning view of bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee.

08:00:

• Mingling yourself in the stunning views of the Bay and it’s dramatic limestone islets
• Tourists visit the famous Frog Pond. Here you can freely kayak and explore the landscape, or swim…

09:15: Back to your cabin, take relax and check carefully all the luggage before leaving your cabin.

9:30: Check-out from the private cabin and enjoy a fantastic cruise on the bay for room service. Complete check-out procedure and enjoy your last lunch at cruise.

11:30: Cruise are landing Tuan Chau Harbor, tourist say goodbye to sailors and finish the cruise.

12:00 – 12:30: Return to Hanoi by the Bus

15:00 – 15:30: Arrive in Hanoi.

Overnight in Hanoi

Free time at your leisure, sightseeing, shopping, buying souvenirs, and taking photos until you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight (3,5 hours prior to your flight time). Thank you and see you again!