Hanoi Holidays

A fascinating journey exploring Northern and Central Vietnam – areas particularly rich in World Heritage Sites - including the fabulous former imperial capital, Hue, the charming old port town of Hoi An and the ancient ruined city of My Son. A boat cruise in spectacular Halong Bay and a stay on a secluded, unspoilt island in the South China Sea are also available should you wish to extend your tour.

Highlights

• Hanoi
• Royal Tombs of Hue
• Hoi An
• DMZ Tour
• Ruins of My Son
• Optional extensions to Halong Bay and/or Whale Island
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  Itinerary
  
  
• Day 1: Departure from London.
• Day 2: Morning arrival in Hanoi, check-in to a downtown hotel and afternoon free to relax or explore the area before an evening trip to see the City’s unique water-puppet show.
  
  
• Note:a 2 day/1 night extension to explore the incredible scenery of World Heritage Halong Bay is available should you so wish.

• Day 3: Day tour of this beautiful old city with it’s French colonial ambience: lakes, parks and temples and a stroll through the bustling backstreets of the old quarter before an evening flight to Hue - the ancient imperial capital of Vietnam.

• Day 4:Time to check out the numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites of this historic city: morning cruise by ‘dragon boat’ along the Perfume River to visit some of the majestic tombs of the former emperors and afternoon walk around the ancient Citadel.
• Day 5: More recent history with a day trip to the infamous DMZ, (demilitarised zone), to visit some of the key sites of the Vietnam War, including the Vietcong tunnels at Vinh Moc, Hien Luong Bridge on the 17th parallel, which marked the border between former South and North Vietnam and Khe Sanh Combat Base – scene of some of the most intense fighting of the war.
• Day 6: Short scenic drive to nearby Hoi An Town with stops on the way at mountainous Bach Ma National Park and the beautiful and spectacular beach at Lang Co.
• Day 7: Well-preserved and charming, the World Heritage site Hoi An was one of S.E. Asia’s most important ports during the 17th – 19th centuries. A half-day tour of the old town and waterfront area and a free afternoon to roam the beautiful old streets at your leisure or bicycle down to the nearby beach for a dip or massage.
• Day 8: Morning relaxing or a visit to the bustling silk market with an afternoon trip to the atmospheric ruined temples of ancient My Son City – Vietnam’s most important site of the former Cham Empire. The city was occupied from the 4th to 13th centuries before succumbing to its powerful Khmer and Vietnamese neighbours.
• Day 9: Time to explore some of the sites of the Danang region with a visit to the famous China Beach, Marble Mountain and the fascinating Cham Museum before an evening departure from Danang, via Hanoi.

• Note:from Danang a 3 day, 3 night island extension is available to the unspoilt Whale Island.
• Day 10:Arrival in London

  Fitness level: Easy to moderate - hikes can be adjusted to any level.

  Accommodation: Hotel.

  Transport: Minibus, boat, train, flights.

  Useful information

  • Currency: Dong
  • Language: Vietnamese
  • Visa: Required - cost approximately US$50
  • Time difference: GMT +7

  Ticketing information: You will be contacted by the tour operator after making your booking.

  Please note: The following extra charges will apply when booked by credit card: Visa/MasterCard - 1%, Amex – 1%.

  Single supplement: No single supplement - single people are most welcome.

  Infants: Not available (adults sharing only)

  Price includes: Flights, accommodation (based on 2 persons sharing) and activities. Full board except for lunch and dinner on day 7.