Overview
02N Hanoi | 01N Halong Bay | 03N Da Nang | 03N Ho Chi Minh City
Tour Highlights
- Ho Chi Minh complex,
- Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum Complex
- President Ho Chi Minh's stilt house
- the One Pillar Pagoda
- Temple of Literature
- Confucius Temple
- The first University of Vietnam
- Old Quater to enjoy 1 hour water puppet show
- Hoa Lu
- boat excursion from Trang An wharf
- a bamboo boat through grottos filled with stunning stalactites
- Cruise Experience
- to Ba Na Hills
- Vong Nguyet hills, Linh Ung pagoda, The Old Villas of French
- Nui Chua Mountain
- Nghinh Phong top, Le Nim Villas, Orchid Garden...
- hill climbing train
- old French cellar
- flower garden Le Jardin D’amour
- Golden Bridge
- Fantasy Park
- Japanese Covered Bridge
- Sa Huynh Cultural Museum
- Ancient House
- Independence Palace
- Reunification palace
- Norodom palace
- Notre Dame Cathedral
- the historic Central Post Office
- War Remnants Museum
- Ben Thanh market
- Mekong River
- Vinh Trang pagoda
- four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands
- fruit plantation
- Riding a hand-rowed sampan
- Thoi Son canal
- the honey-bee farm
- honey tea and coconut candy workshop
- go by xe loi (local tuktuk)
Itinerary
Upon arrival, you are met at the Noi Bai airport and transferred to the hotel by our driver and tour guide. Offical check in time is
14.00 pm.
In the afternoon around 2.00 pm, we start to visit the Ho Chi Minh complex, including Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum Complex (outside
view only), and President Ho Chi Minh's stilt house - where Uncle Ho lived and worked from 1958 to 1969. Keep walking around
the poetry fishpond to the One Pillar Pagoda - one of the most attractions in Hanoi, you cannot miss the special architecture.
Then we drive to the Temple of Literature - Confucius Temple and The first University of Vietnam, learn about Vietnamese feudal
time and its education.
After visiting, back to Old Quater to enjoy 1 hour water puppet show. Return to your hotel.
Lunch/Dinner in a restaurant.
Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi.
08h00: Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel. We take you to Ninh Binh province which is far from Hanoi city about 100
km.10h15: The first destination in this trip is visiting Hoa Lu ancient capital. This is the first capital of Vietnam.
Come to visit Hoa Lu, you will learn about why the capital was moved to Hanoi nowadays. You are impressed on the outstanding
architecture when entering the temples of King Dinh and King Le, the first and second emperors of ancient Vietnam, built in the 17
century. Try to feel the ancient atmospheres in Hoa Lu ancient capital.
11h45: Time for lunch. Relax in 20 minutes.
14h:15 Taking a boat excursion from Trang An wharf is a must-do activity in Ninh Binh, as it is the highlight of the journey. On the
Trang An Tour, while you ride a bamboo boat through grottos filled with stunning stalactites, you'll be able to take in the
breathtaking scenery.
Get in the car and return to Hanoi. Have dinner. After dinner, transfer to your hotel.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Breakfast in hotel then check out.
8.30 am Leave Hanoi for a 3-hour drive to Ha Long Bay and a 20-minute stop on the way. Arrive at the jetty in Ha Long City towards
noon and proceed with check-in formalities. Be welcomed onboard and have lunch will be served while cruising towards the bay
itself. In the afternoon, enjoy some visits or activities or just spend some time relaxing on board. Towards the end of the day the
boat sets anchor for the night among the karst formations. Dinner is served on board.
We will continue our journey on Halong Bay in the early morning. A Tai Chi Class on the sun deck is a must that you should not miss
when on the cruise.
Sitting on the upper deck; you can relax, sightseeing while taking photos of the magnificent beauty of the rocky islands rising from
the emerald water of the bay.
Take part in cruise activities such as kayaking/ basket boat/visiting the cave or just relaxing ( activities depending on each boat’s
itinerary).
At 10.30 AM, our boat cruises back to the jetty, and you will enjoy the last moment in the bay before having a traditional
Vietnamese brunch
You leave the boat around 12:00 at noon, we go ashore and transfer to the airport for a flight to Danang city . Up on arrival Danang
city, private transfer picks up from the airport to restaurant for dinner. After that transfer to hotel in Danang. Check-in the hotel
then relax. Overnight in Danang city.
08.30: Meet your guide and driver to head to Ba Na Hills. Take Cable Car ride from Ba Na Hills station, stop at By Night station to
visit Vong Nguyet hills, Linh Ung pagoda, The Old Villas of French. Continue moving up by cable car to the Nui Chua Mountain - the
top of Ba Na range, visiting Nghinh Phong top, Le Nim Villas, Orchid Garden... Experience hill climbing train (first and unique
funicular in Vietnam) and visit an old French cellar (Debay Ancient Wine Cellar), flower garden Le Jardin D’amour.
You should not miss walking on the famous Golden Bridge hanging in the foggy hills of the mountain, witnessing the amazing and
gorgeous view of Danang.
Have lunch on Ba Na Hills.
Afternoon: Free for joining games in Fantasy Park - the third biggest indoor games zone in Vietnam with a series of interesting
games: 4 - 5D film, skiver, The death race, dinosaur park...
15h00: Move to Hoi An ancient town, visit Japanese Covered Bridge, Sa Huynh Cultural Museum, Ancient House... walk around the
lantern street, and shop at Nguyen Hoang night market.
Dinner at restaurant. Return to Danang.
20.00 pm. End of services at your hotel!
Overnight at Danang.
Please note: in Fantasy Park: Wax Museum, Cotton Animal Game and Carnival Skill are excluded ( expense is on your own account).
Breakfast at the hotel and freely relax.
12.00 pm. Pick up for Lunch in the restautant.
After lunch, depart for Cam Thanh, Hoian.
14:30 pm: You will go visit the ecosystem of the forest by basket boats, catching crabs, and snails and making toys from coconut
leaves in around 30 minutes. Especially, you can also join the basket boat race, which will bring you a lot of wonderful experiences.
15:30 pm: Move to Hoi An ancient town, visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, Sa Huynh Cultural Museum, and Ancient House... walk
around lantern street, and shop at Nguyen Hoang night market.
Dinner in the restaurant. Return to Danang.
19.00 pm. End of services at your hotel! Overnight in Danang.
Have breakfast at the hotel and freely relax on your own. Check out your hotel.
2.5 hours before the flight time, our driver (no guide) will pick you up and transfer you to the airport for the flight to Ho Chi Minh.
Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to the hotel in Ho Chi Minh.
14.00 pm, take a trip to visit Independence Palace, also known at the Reunification palace, was built on the sight of the former
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Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo
Viet Thu. Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic
Central Post Office. Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of both the
Indochina wars. Free shopping time on your own.
Dinner in a restaurant.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Breakfast in the hotel.
8.00am: Pick up at your hotel and depart to Cu Chi will take approximately one and a half hours driving. Upon arrival, before
exploring the tunnels, you will have a short introduction followed by an introductory video about how the tunnels were
constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of wartime. Then, spend your time exploring the remaining area
and tunnel systems which included the special constructed living areas with kitchens, and bedrooms side by side with other martial
facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their
basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security
purposes during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served. Break time for
relaxation or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun. (Optional).
14.30pm: Return to Saigon, shopping in Ben Thanh market.
Lunch/Dinner in the local restaurant.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Breakfast at the hotel.
8.00am: 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 the country lane and see orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, folk song music 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 the honey-bee farm, enjoy honey tea and coconut candy workshop.
Have lunch at a local restaurant. Break time.
In the afternoon, go by xe loi (local tuktuk) arround the village and meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the
Mekong delta.
17.30pm: Return to Ho Chi Minh City.
Dinner in restaurant.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.
Have breakfast at the hotel. Free on your own and check out.
3.5 hours before the departure international flight, our driver will pick you up at the hotel and transfer to the airport for the flight
back home.
Hope you enjoyed the trip in Vietnam with sweet memories!
Package Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusion
- Hotel in double/twin/triple sharing room basis with daily breakfast
- Private transfer
- Meals as indicated: B-Breakfast / L-Lunch / D-Dinner as program
- Complimentary Mineral Water on tour (01-02 bottles/guest/day based on tour)
- Entrance fees, boat trips, and excursions
- Excellent local English-speaking guide on-site for the group tours
Exclusion
- E-visa
- GST and TCS tax
- International flights
- Beverage, Personal expenses
- Travel Insurance
- Tipping for tour guide and driver
- Early check-in and Late check-out (If not mentioned)
- Peak season or special event rates: Xmas, New Year and Tet Holiday (Lunar New Year from 09 Feb -> 15 Feb, 2024), National Holidays (29 Apr – 02 May; 2 Sept), Danang International Firework Festival 2023 (2-3-4/6, 9-10-11/6, 16-17-18/6, 23-24-25/6, 7-8-9/7/2023)
- Others not mentioned nor specified above
- Bank charge or transaction fee if any
- Domestic flights if any
Terms & Conditions
Please Note:
- This is just a Quotation. No Booking has made yet. Hotels/ Flights are subject to Availability at the Time of Booking.
- Confirmation of Hotel Rooms is subject to the Availability or else we will suggest you to similar option before Confirmation.
- Please Note Standard Check-In Time is 13:00Hrs and Check-Out is 10:00Hrs. Early Check-In will be as per Hotel Policy which may Cost Extra Amount at the Time of Arrival.
- Transfer with All Sightseeing as per itinerary on disposal basis from 08:00AM to 07:00PM.
- Vehicle will be given Point to Point as per itinerary.
- The passport should be valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure.
- Copy of Passport & Copy of Pan Card of guest is mandatory at the time of confirmation.
- Visa Will be as per the Countries policy
- Compulsory Christmas (24th Dec) & New Year (31st Dec) Gala Dinner
- Please note that entrance fees to sites are not included. The tourists will have to purchase the tickets at the entrance.
- Above rates are not valid during any trade fair/special events, etc.
- Flight Ticket Cost are subject to availability at the time of Booking. Due to any reason if airlines cancel or reschedule the flight. All the changes will be as per Airline Policy only. Lapwing Vacations will not be responsible for the same.
- If any airline is delayed or cancelled, Lapwing Vacations is not responsible for any compensation for hotel, meals, sightseeing or any other claim.
- It is not advisable to travel during night, if necessary it will be charged extra.
- Any cause arising due to natural calamities like landslides, road blockage, political disturbances, strikes, etc. to be borne by client which is directly payable on the spot.
- All sightseeing is subject to weather conditions, political conditions in the destination.
- Any sightseeing missed due to natural calamities/ weather condition is Non-Refundable.
- There will not be any refund provided for any services not utilized during the tour.
- Meals provided at the hotel (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) are based on a set menu and are on a buffet system basis. Anything other than the set menu will be charged extra. In room dining will be at an additional cost and has a different menu altogether. For any food related service issue we will not be responsible
- If guest wish to have a Vegetarian Meal, they have to inform us prior to travel. Availability of Vegetarian Food will be as per Hotel Policy.
- All Activities can be booked directly at different prices by guest in the destination point. Company & Drivers will not be responsible for any cost fluctuations.
- Confirmation/ Voucher of the Final Packages are Subject to Receipt of 100% Payment.
Payment Policy:
- Receipt of 30% of the Package Value in Advance.
- Full Payment must be done before 10 Days of Travelling.
- For Booking of Tents in Statue of Unity Tent City / White Rann Resort & Rann Utsav-The Tent City at Kutch, 100% Payment is to be paid on the Time of Confirmation.
- During Festive Season, if the travel dates are falling under Diwali/Christmas/New Year or any other festival Dates then 100% Payment is required at the Time of Confirmation.
- If Air Ticket is included in the Package, then Full Cost of Air Ticket to be paid at the Time of Booking.
- All the Payment procedures has to be cleared atleast 02 Day Prior to Guest Arrival. NO CASH Payment will be accepted on Arrival as per our company’s policy.
- The Payment can be made by NEFT, IMPS, Net Banking, Google Pay, Cheque or Cash Only.
- The Payment can also be made by Debit/Credit Cards with Extra Cost of 2.5% applicable on Total Payment Price.
- Once the Invoice is generated, No further Discounts will be entertained.
- If the Agent/Guest requires GST Input Invoice, in that case Agent/Guest have to provide their GST Certificate at the time of Confirmation. No Amendment will be entertained after the completion of Tour.
- In case of any Cancellations, please refer to Cancellation Policy below and Refund will be processed within 07 working days as per the terms in Bank Account only.
Reservation Policy:
- Confirmation of Hotel Rooms is subject to the Availability. If the suggested Hotels are NOT available at the Time of Confirmation, then we will provide you the similar option for the same before confirming any hotel.
- For above mentioned, the Package Cost may vary based on the Hotels options selected or based on the Room Category available.
- Confirmation of the Package is subject to Receipt of 100% Payment i.e., 50% of the Payment as Advance and Balance to be Paid before 10 Days of your Tour starts.
- Once the Tour Starts, NO CHANGES / AMENDMENTS are possible which will affect the tour i.e Change of Hotels or Vehicles (without a genuine reason) or Change of Destinations / Sightseeings or Adding of Destinations / Sightseeings.
- All the agents/guests are strongly recommended to check and verify their booking thoroughly once they receive the e-mail confirmation from Lapwing Vacations Pvt. Ltd. Please contact our travel experts if there is any incorrect or incomplete information, which needs to be altered or changed. In case of any changes or amendments, certain elements of the holiday package are non-refundable. We cannot be held responsible if inaccuracies are not notified by the passenger within 1 day of sending out the booking confirmation.
Cancellation Policy:
- Cancellation within 30 Days prior to the Arrival Date of the Land Packages/ Hotel Booking/ Transportation: No Retention Charges.
- Cancellation within 15 Days prior to the Arrival Date of the Land Packages/ Hotel Booking/ Transportation: 50% Retention.
- Cancellation within 10 Days prior to the Arrival Date of the Land Packages/ Hotel Booking/ Transportation or Non-Utilization of the same: 100% Retention.
- With regards to Booking of Tents at Statue of Unity & Kutch Rann Utsav, Cancellation formalities will be applicable as per their policy. We will not be liable for the same.
- For Diwali/Christmas/New Year or any other Festive Months, Cancellation of the booking will not be entertained and if done then the payment is non-refundable i.e. Cancellation during Festive Season will be 100% Retention.
- Due to COVID-19, Any Cancellation due to these reasons, will be liable for refund as per Hotel Policy only. In that case, if the Hotel offers us the Credit Note, then we are bound to provide you with the same.
- Please Note: If in case of Air Ticket Cancellation – Charges will be as per Airline Company Policy (Please Check before booking the Tickets) Lapwing Vacations are not liable for any charges taken by Airlines for any cancellations or changes. If Airline Reschedule the Time or Date of any flight due to which if further tour gets effected, we will not be liable to make any changes in the Land Package and there will not be any reimbursement for the same.
Terms & Conditions:
- The above Itinerary is suggested Tour Plan. The company is responsible for only those services which are charged from the Agent/Guest. All other services which are not Paid by the Agent/Guest to the Company are suggested services and Company is nowhere bound to provide that services or Pay the Cost for the same.
- Check-In and Check-Out Timing of the Hotel will be according to the Timing of the respective Hotels.
- Company is not responsible for compensating any Loss or Additional Cost incurred by the Guest while taking the Tour.
- Company is not responsible, nor liable for any damage, loss or injury caused to any passenger while taking the Tour.
- All itineraries are sample itineraries, intended to give you a general idea of the likely trip schedule. Numerous factors such as weather, road conditions, the physical ability of the participants etc. may dictate itinerary changes either before the tour or while on the trail. We reserve the right to change any schedule in the interest of the trip participants’ safety, comfort & general well-being.
- Preponing or postponing a confirmed tour may result in supplement cost depending on individual Hotel & Transport Policies.
- It is not advisable to travel during night, if necessary, it will be charged extra.
- Any cause arising due to natural calamities like landslides, road blockage, political disturbances, strikes, etc. to be borne by client which is directly payable on the spot.
- All sightseeing is subject to weather conditions, political conditions in the destination.
- Any sightseeing missed due to natural calamities/ weather condition is Non-Refundable.
- Meals provided at the hotel (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) are based on a set menu and are on a buffet system basis. Anything other than the set menu will be charged extra. In room dining will be at an additional cost and has a different menu altogether. For any food related service issue we will not be responsible.
- Any Entrance Tickets / Activities can be booked directly at different prices by guest in the destination point. Company & Drivers will not be responsible for any cost fluctuations.
- The holiday package cost might fluctuate during peak dates, due to festivals or holidays or other high occupancy dates.
- If some of the sightseeing/attractions stated in the first day of the itinerary remains unvisited due to lack of time, then we will try to cover those in the next day. But if due to lack of time or Public / Sightseeing holiday, if again that sightseeing remains unvisited even after the changes made, then there will not be any reimbursement.
- On Monday almost all the major Sightseeings are closed. If your arrival is on Monday, we will try to modify the itinerary within the allotted days, but still some places may remain unvisited and we won’t take responsibility of the same.
- All services will be as per those specified / confirmed and paid for as per Service Vouchers. If you avail any service which is not included in the Holiday package or get yourself upgraded, then the payment for the same will have to be cleared by Agent/Guest directly.
- In case of holiday packages where a minimum number of passengers have been indicated by the passenger, any increase or decrease in the number of passengers may result in change of the total holiday package cost.
- No refunds will be provided for unused transportation mentioned in the itinerary for voluntary modifications made by the traveller or Missed by them. No partial refunds or credits will be provided for any unused services on the tour.
- The KMs mentioned are blocked on basis of the Days of Travel and if travel done by guest is within or lesser than the Blocked KMs or Passengers not using all the KMs as mentioned in the package, then in that case it will not be given a cash equivalent or reduction/ concession in their tour package.
- Please note that you are visiting a place which has limited facilities and therefore you may have some inconvenience although we would try our best to make your tour hassle free.
