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classic vietnam northbound
9 days Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi
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Experience the non-stop sights and sounds of Saigon, Learn about life in the Cu Chi Tunnels, Lose yourself in a tumult of colour at the Cao Dai Great Temple, See the ancient streetscapes of Hoi An, Step into the Nguyen emperors' shoes in Hue, Enjoy a cyclo tour of Hanoi, Unwind aboard the Jewel of the Bay, Swim in the spectacular Gulf of Tonkin
Full of inclusions and with top-notch accommodation, this all-encompassing trip covers the highlights of Vietnam in style. Stroll the leafy boulevards of colonial Hanoi, step into the embroidered shoes of a Nguyen emperor in Hue, sleep among limestone karsts in Halong Bay and much more on this classic adventure!
Physical Rating: 2
Culture Shock Rating: 2
Accommodation: Hotels (7 nts), sailing junk (1 nt)
Transportation: Plane, private vehicle, boat, cycle, plane
Trip Style: Intrepid Independent
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Budget: Allow USD $180 for meals not included.
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| Call (888) 291-0999 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6069785 | | Intrepid Travel | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Ho Chi Minh City | Experience the never-ending stream of sights and sounds that characterise Saigon, from ancient pagodas, mosques and cathedrals to historic Dong Khoi Street and the enthusiastic vendors in the Ben Thanh Market. | | Day 2 | Cu Chi Tunnels | Take in a guided full-day tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels and the Cao Dai Great Temple at Tay Ninh. The Cu Chi tunnels played a vital part in the American war because they allowed the Viet Minh to control a large rural area only 30 to 40 km from Saigon. The Cao Dai Temple at Tay Ninh has been described as a Walt Disney-esque 'Fantasia of the East' and is definitely a must-see. | | Day 3 | Hoi An | Visit the Cham Museum, the Marble Mountains and China Beach en route to Hoi An from Danang Airport. Known as Faifo to early Western traders, this delighful riverside town was one of South-East Asia's most important international ports in the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries and entire streetscapes from that era have survived to this day. | | Days 4-5 | Hue | Step into the exquisitely embroidered shoes of the Nguyen emperors, while exploring the imperial ruins of Hue at your leisure. A full day is spent learning about the city's royal heritage in the ruins of the Imperial Citadel and at two of the most impressive royal tombs on the city's outskirts. Spend a relaxing evening on a cruise along the Perfume River. | | Day 6 | Hanoi | See the fascinating Old Quarter, the serene Temple of Literature, the History Museum and the Ngoc Son Temple from the back of a cyclo. | | Days 7-8 | Halong Bay | Come aboard the Jewel of the Bay, enjoy a sumptuous lunch and soak up the majestic limestone scenery while sailing on the sparkling waters of the Gulf of Tonkin. The afternoon is best spent swimming, sunbathing or kayaking and a night anchored in the bay is a chance to experience complete serenity. | | Day 9 | Hanoi | Bag a last-minute bargain or have a lazy last morning in Hanoi. |
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at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2007 and 31 December
2007, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full.
For trips departing beyond 31 December 2007, prices are indicative only. The
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