Vietnam Explorer - Alma Resort Exclusive

14 Nights

Hanoi

Start in Ha Noi, exploring historical sites like the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Old Quarter. Cruise through the stunning limestone formations of Ha Long Bay before flying to Hue for a tour of its ancient citadels and tombs. Continue to the charming town of Hoi An, known for its lantern workshops and UNESCO World Heritage status. Explore the vibrant life of the Mekong Delta and the Cu Chi Tunnels in Ho Chi Minh City. Finally, unwind on the serene beaches of Cam Ranh at Alma Resort for the last few days of pure relaxation.

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Highlights

Ha Noi & Ha Long Bay: Explore Vietnam's cultural heart with visits to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Old Quarter, followed by a stunning cruise through the limestone islands of Ha Long Bay.
Imperial Hue & Historic Hoi An: Discover the ancient citadels and tombs of Hue and stroll through the charming streets of Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Ho Chi Minh City & Mekong Delta: Experience the vibrant energy of Saigon, visit the historic Cu Chi Tunnels, and enjoy a peaceful boat ride through the Mekong Delta.
Relaxation in Cam Ranh: End your journey with several leisurely days on the beautiful beaches of Cam Ranh, staying at the luxurious Alma Resort.

Day 1 - Ha Noi – Arrival
Day 2 - Ha Noi – Sightseeing
Day 3 - Ha Noi – Ha Long Bay
Day 4 - Ha Long Bay – Boat Cruise – Hue
Day 5 - Hue – Sightseeing
Day 6 - Hue – Da Nang – Hoi An
Day 7 - Hoi An – Sightseeing
Day 8 - Hoi An – Da Nang – Saigon
Day 9 - Ho Chi Minh City – Ben Tre – Boat Cruise
Day 10 - Ho Chi Minh City – Sightseeing
Day 11 - Ho Chi Minh City – Nha Trang
Day 12 - Cam Ranh
Day 13 - Cam Ranh
Day 14 - Cam Ranh
Day 15 - Nha Trang – Saigon departure
Additional Information

Arrive in Ha Noi and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Overnight in Ha Noi (Melia hotel / deluxe room)

Meals Included: Ro

Accomodation

Melia Hanoi

Beautifully located in the heart of Vietnam’s capital, Meliá Hanoi welcomes all who are looking for splendid accommodation, first-class facilities, and warm service.

Take a full day tour to explore Ha Noi’s illustrious history. In the morning, visit the imposing marble edifice housing the Ho Chi Minh mausoleum (CLOSED ON MONDAYS & FRIDAYS) before moving onto his wooden stilt house and the One Pillar Pagoda. You will then explore the first university of Vietnam, the Temple of Literature, which is imbued with the profound philosophies of Confucianism. In the afternoon, visit the Hoan Kiem Lake, the Ngoc Son Temple, and an ancient Vietnamese "long house". A one-hour cyclo tour of Ha Noi’s Old Quarter allows you to catch a glimpse of ancient Ha Noi and learn about traditional Vietnamese architecture.

Overnight in Ha Noi (Melia hotel / deluxe room)

Meals Included: Bed and Breakfast

Accomodation

Melia Hanoi

Beautifully located in the heart of Vietnam’s capital, Meliá Hanoi welcomes all who are looking for splendid accommodation, first-class facilities, and warm service.

Drive through rice paddy fields to Ha Long Bay. You will board a junk for a cruise among the hundreds of islets of Ha Long Bay while enjoying lunch. Drop anchor in the late evening for an overnight stay among the dramatic limestone peaks rising out of the sea.

Overnight on a junk in Ha Long (Ambassador Halong cruise / deluxe cabin)

[Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner]

Meals Included: Full Board

Spend the morning cruising through the limestone cliffs and emerald waters of Ha Long Bay before returning to the wharf. Transfer to Noi Bai Airport for your flight to Hue. On arrival, transfer to hotel.

Overnight in Hue (Silk Path Grand Hue / Pre classic) [Breakfast]

Meals Included: Bed and Breakfast

Accomodation

Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel & Spa

Take a morning boat cruise on the peaceful Perfume River to visit the Thien Mu Pagoda and then take a car to the poetic mausoleum of Emperor Tu Duc. In the afternoon, proceed to visit the Imperial Citadel and the Dong Ba Market. The spectacular Citadel (which was built in accordance with strict principles of geomancy) houses a series of palaces, ornate halls, libraries, residences, and colleges.

Overnight in Hue (Silk Path Grand Hue / Pre classic) [Breakfast]

Meals Included: Bed and Breakfast

Accomodation

Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel & Spa

Drive along the coast and via mountain passes to Hoi An with a stop en route at the photogenic village of Lang Co Beach. Visit the Cham Museum in Da Nang which houses the world’s finest collection of Cham artworks before proceeding to Hoi An. The rest of the day is at your leisure to explore the town.

Overnight in Hoi An (Royal Hoian McGallery / deluxe room). [Breakfast]

Meals Included: Bed and Breakfast

Accomodation

Hotel Royal Hoi An - MGallery by Sofitel

Located on the banks of the Thu Bon River in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Hoi An, Hotel Royal Hoi An MGallery is a perfect blend of historical charm and modernity. Its refined style inspired by Art Nouveau has a delicate touch of Japanese and Vietnamese cultures and offers spectacular views of the river and ancient town. The 3 meeting rooms can accommodate up to 200 guests, while spa, pool and 2 restaurants make it the perfect destination for events, a family vacation or a romantic getaway.

Pay a visit to one of Hoi An’s famous lantern workshops and learn how to make one yourself before setting out on a walking tour to explore this World Heritage Site. Highlights include an ancient merchant house, the Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge and the vibrant riverside market. Take a peaceful boat trip on the Thu Bon River and afterwards enjoy free time to further explore the old town.

Overnight in Hoi An (Royal Hoian McGallery / deluxe room). [Breakfast]

Meals Included: Bed and Breakfast

Accomodation

Hotel Royal Hoi An - MGallery by Sofitel

Depart Hoi An for Da Nang to catch your flight to Saigon. Upon arrival, transfer to a hotel and the rest of the day is at your leisure to explore this city.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City (Sofitel Plaza Saigon / superior) [Breakfast]

Meals Included: Bed and Breakfast

Accomodation

Sofitel Saigon Plaza

"Discover the tranquil elegance of old Saigon in a contemporary luxury hotel on tree-lined Le Duan Boulevard, just moments from the commercial centre of Ho Chi Minh City. Experience colonial chic and colourful modernity as you savour the best of the city."

Our excursion leaves the bustle Ho Chi Minh City behind as we travel to the rural area of the Mekong Delta. On our way, we will pass through the landscape of rice paddies and vast waterways.

On the journey we will travel by motorboat to experience how locals make their living along the riverbank like processing coconut, making coconut charcoal. Disembark and start cycling or walking on the island roads to a farm that grows Suong Sam – a native plant in Southeast Asia which is used mostly in local refreshments. Pick the leaves and learn how to make Suong Sam, a dessert jelly. Enjoy a typical Mekong delta lunch served at a villager’s house. The excursion also includes a sampan ride through a canal lined with water coconut palms to the main Mekong River.

Return to Ho Chi Minh City by the late afternoon.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City (Sofitel Plaza Saigon / superior) [Breakfast, Lunch]

Meals Included: Half Board

Accomodation

Sofitel Saigon Plaza

In the morning, you will visit the amazing Cu Chi Tunnels where Vietnamese guerrillas built a labyrinth of narrow tunnels as hideouts during the war. Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon for a half-day city tour. Highlights include the photo stops at the Reunification Palace, the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Central Post Office. Visit a local market in Chinatown and either the Thien Hau Temple or the Quan Am Pagoda.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City (Sofitel Plaza Saigon / superior) [Breakfast]

Meals Included: Bed and Breakfast

Accomodation

Sofitel Saigon Plaza

Depart to the airport to catch your flight to Nha Trang. Upon arrival, transfer to a hotel and the rest of the day is at your leisure to explore this beach city.

Overnight in Nha Trang [Breakfast]

Overnight in Cam ranh (Alma Resort / Ocean view 1-Bedroom Superior Suite) [Breakfast]

Meals Included: Bed and Breakfast

Accomodation

Alma Resort Cam Ranh

Alma Resort Cam Ranh, Near Bai Dai Beach