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Wendy Wu Classical Vietnam
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Offer valid: 25/03/2011 - 25/03/2012
Duration: 17 days
Departure airport: Any UK airport
Board basis: Full Board
Wendy Wu - Classical Vietnam from £2990
Discover Vietnam in style - 17 days
See Vietnam in style. Staying at deluxe hotels, some with historic origins and built at the turn of the 20th century. This connoisseur tour re-lives the ambiance of a time long gone and the slower paced itinerary allows plenty of time to soak in the atmosphere of this ever-changing country.
Wendy Wu Classical Vietman Tour includes:
- All international airfares
- All domestic transportation
- Departure taxes
- Current fuel surcharges
- All accommodation
- All meals
- Entrance fees, guides and daily tours
- Visa fees for UK passport holders
Days 1-2 : UK – Saigon
Fly overnight from the UK (via Hong Kong) to Saigon. You will be met at Saigon Airport in the arrivals hall by your Local Guide and/or National Escort from Wendy Wu Tours. This is an opportunity for your group to meet and learn more about travelling in Vietnam.
Day 3 : Saigon
Sightseeing today includes a visit to the former Presidential Palace, the War Remnants Museum, the imposing Notre Dame Cathedral and the French-style Post Office. We also visit Cholon (Chinatown), Thien Hau Pagoda and Ben Thanh Market for some shopping.
Day 4 : Mekong Delta day tour
Travel to My Tho and enjoy a cruise on the Mekong River to explore the delta, also known as the ‘Rice Basket’ of Vietnam. Visit floating markets, villages, home industries and plantations as well as Thoi Son Island and Vinh Trang Pagoda. The Mekong Delta is primarily rural; however, it is the most densely populated area in Vietnam. Life revolves around the river as people live, trade and travel along the river. The area’s rich and fertile lands are perfect for growing rice, coconuts, vegetables and tropical fruits. The Mekong Delta gives a perfect glimpse into how life once was. Later, return to Saigon.
Day 5 : Cu Chi Tunnels & Tay Ninh day tour
Visit the famous tunnel system at Cu Chi and then attend the noon service at the Cao Dai Temple, which is one of the most striking structures in Asia.
Days 6-7 : Saigon – Nha Trang
Fly to the coastal town of Nha Trang. Later, visit the ruins of Po Nagar Cham Tower which date from the Hindu Kingdom of Champa which ruled from the 2nd to 15th centuries. The next day, enjoy a cruise around the nearby islands and visit the Tri Nguyen Aquarium at Mieu Island, Tam Island and a local fishing village.
Day 8 : Nha Trang – Hoi An
Fly to Danang and transfer to the UNESCO listed town of Hoi An stopping at the Cham Museum, Marble Mountains and China Beach en-route.
Day 9 : Hoi An
Enjoy a walking tour through the busy narrow streets of the historic centre of Hoi An and visit one of the oldest homes, which is still occupied by the descendants of the merchants that built it over 200 years ago. Also visit the Japanese Bridge, Hoi An Market and a local Chinese Pagoda. The afternoon is at leisure to visit the renowned tailors, stroll through the local markets or relax in a riverside café.
Day 10 : Hoi An – Hue
Drive over the Hai Van Pass, which provides a spectacular panoramic view of the central coastline. Continue to Hue, the former historic capital of Vietnam during the Nguyen Dynasty and enjoy a cyclo tour to the Imperial Citadel - the centrepiece of the royal empire which was extensively damaged during the Vietnam War.
Day 11 : Hue
Take a boat trip on the Perfume River and visit Thien Mu Pagoda, the Tu Duc and Khai Dinh Royal Tombs. In the evening, take part in a cooking class focusing on select local dishes designed for the Royal Courts.
Day 12 : Hue – Hanoi
Visit Hue’s largest market – Dong Ba. Later, fly to Hanoi, a charming and richly historic city of lakes, parks and shaded boulevards, also known as the ‘Paris of the Orient’. In the evening, enjoy a performance of the famous Water Puppets.
Day 13 : Hanoi
Sightseeing today includes visits to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (closed Sep-Dec), Stilt House, One Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature. We also enjoy a walking tour of the Old Quarter and a drive around Hoan Kiem Lake.
Days 14-15 : Halong Bay Junk Cruise
Drive to Halong Bay, the ‘Jewel in the Crown’ of Vietnam. Relax and enjoy seafood meals onboard. Stay overnight on the traditionally designed junk boat and continue cruising between the nearby islands the following day. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong Bay is one of Vietnam’s most iconic attractions and features more than 3,000 limestone karsts rising from the Gulf of Tonkin dotted with caves, grottoes, reefs, forests and lakes. Later, return to Hanoi in the afternoon, driving through the Red River Delta.
Days 16-17 : Hanoi – UK
Fly overnight to the UK, arriving home the following day filled with many happy memories.