VIETNAM ADVENTURE FOR FAMILY

Duration: 12 days

Become acquainted with this vibrant country by exploring it under your own locomotion and at your own pace. Walk past pagodas and temples in old Hanoi, kayak amid labyrinthine limestone outcrops in Halong Bay, bike past vibrant green rice paddies, investigate magnificent historic sites in Hue and stroll through the enchanting city of Hoi An, one of Vietnam’s architectural gems. Round out your days of discovery with meals of delicious local cuisine and stays at warm welcoming hotels.

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ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrival

After breakfast in the hotel, you will take an interesting guided city tour of Hanoi including Ho Chi Minh Complex and One Pillar Pagoda, a unique ancient architecture.
After here we move to Temple of Literature, the site of Vietnam’s first university dates back to 1070. It is peaceful gardens and pavilions offer a relaxing respite from Hanoi’s busy streets.
Lunch in a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, we enjoy a relaxing cyclo tour (“Cyclo" is three wheeled rickshaws, operated by pedal-power, with a seat attached to the front. ) in the ancient part of Hanoi.
Walking down some small and lively street to see busy local market then join locals for green tea or coffee in local café.
Overnight in Hanoi

Day 2: Hanoi – Halong Bay

At around 07.45-08.00, you will be picked up at the hotel then leave Hanoi for Halong Bay. Along the way, you could enjoy the peaceful scenery with paddy fields of rice before reaching Halong at around noon.
Meet the cruise staff then transfer to the overnight boat by tender. Get on the mother boat, you will be introduced about the itinerary with safety instruction before taking your cabin key.
Lunch will be served at restaurant.
Afternoon, visiting Sung Sot Cave and Titop or Soi Sim Island for soft activities as swimming, hiking to Ti Top Peak or relaxing on the beach...
Back to the mother boat for refreshing and join a cooking class to learn how to make spring roll – a Vietnamese traditional cuisine.
Dinner will be served later on at the restaurant then you will have your free time to relax on the cruise or in your cabin.
Overnight on cruise

Day 3: Cycling at Viet Hai Village – Kayaking Lan Ha Bay

Today we suggest you should have big breakfast to be ready for physical activities. Transfer by support boat to Lan Ha Bay area. The first stop is Viet Hai Village on Cat Ba Island where you will hop on your bike for cycling from the pier to the village, meet the local and talk with them about their daily life.
After chatting time, cycling back to the habour and return to your support board for your lunch time.
Afternoon is your time for kayaking at Van Boi Area – the heart of Lan Ha Bay and swimming time at Ba Trai Dao Beach before coming back to your mother boat in Halong Bay.
Dinner and your 2nd night will be arranged on cruise.

Day 4: Halong Bay – Hanoi

Get up in a morning with the sun rising the first lights to the magical bay.
Take part in a Tai Chi lesson on sundeck before taking part for a full breakfast.
Then hop on the tender for transfer to Trong Cave for around 1-1.5 hours kayaking.
Back to your mother boat and refreshing then have a full lunch while the cruise back to dock.
Our driver picks you up for a comfortable transfer back to Hanoi. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 5: Hanoi – Hue by flight

Take the early flight to Hue City, the former capital of Vietnam in 17th, 18th century.
Hue has been recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO thanks to its outstanding cultural and historical values. Upon arrival, we transfer to our hotel in Hue. After check-in, we take a short drive to the Imperial City to visit the impressive Royal Palace and other beautiful royal buildings.
Lunch in a local restaurant with local delights.
After lunch we embark on a biking tour to the rural area of Hue, passing scenic villages and green rice fields to reach Emperor Minh Mang Tomb, one of the most beautiful Emperor’s tombs in Hue.
The tomb is particularly impressive being an extravagant complex of pavilions, temple, courtyards, and lakes.
After visiting the Emperor’s tomb we will take a boat trip on the peaceful Perfume River to get back to Hue City. Overnight in Hue.

Day 6: Hue – Hoi An Ancient Town

Breakfast in the hotel and leave Hue for Hoi An. Hoi An is a small but beautiful ancient town by the bank of Thu Bon River. The town thrived on trading with the Chinese, Japanese, and Spanish…some hundred years ago.
On the way, we will have a short stop at Lang Co beach for refreshing.
Upon arrival in Hoian Town, we check in hotel and have lunch in local restaurant.
In the afternoon, we will take an interesting guided walking tour to see the ancient town of Hoi An. We will visit the Ancient houses, old Chinese communal houses and the lively market of Hoi An.
Overnight in Hoian.

Day 7: Hoi An Free & Easy

Breakfast in hotel.
Today is your free day to do whatever you want. There are some options for you to choose; shopping in the town – Hoi An is the paradise for those who like shopping, going to the beautiful beach of Cua Dai which is only 5 km from the town.
Or you could take a short guided biking tour to the beautiful surrounding villages – this is excluded from the tour. Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 8: Hoi An - Danang - Saigon

Breakfast in hotel.
Transfer to Da Nang for a short flight to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon).
Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat Airport, we transfer to our hotel in downtown Saigon.
The busy city of Saigon used to be the capital of South Vietnam, is the biggest commercial and cultural center of Vietnam.
We will have lunch at a local restaurant before taking an interesting city tour of Saigon including the Unification Palace, the Post Office, the Jade Emperor Pagoda and Ben Thanh Market.
Overnight in Saigon.

Day 9: Saigon – Tan Phong Islet – Can Tho

Breakfast in a hotel before leaving Saigon for an exciting day tour in Mekong Delta.
The first stop is Cao Dai Temple in Cai Be which is symbolizing for the local unique religion and then Cai Be Cathedral.
Continue with a visit to Cai Be inland market by bicycle where you could buy some fresh tropical fruits and chatting with the local vendors.
Leaving the town and take a local ferry from Cai Be to Tan Phong Isles and depending on the tide, you will experience rowing on a sampan along the canals under the green canopy of water coconuts trees.
Back to the wharf, you will cycle to Mekong Rustic on Tan Phong isles for lunch break, with tea and refreshments prepared by the host of Mekong Rustic.
Afternoon, cycling around the islet and stop at local kindergarten if it is a school day (optional) to make friend with the kids in a village school and at a local farmer’s house to savour a cup of tea and local banana candies specialtiess. Enjoy your self-picked tropical fruits at one of the most abundant orchards on Mekong river while listen to Don Ca Tai Tu - an Intangible Cultural Heritage recognized by UNESCO
Late afternoon, say goodbye to the friendly host then leaving Tan Phong Isles and depart to Mekong Rustic Can Tho for overnight.

Day 10: Can Tho – Saigon

Early wake up and take a boat at around 05.30am to Phong Dien floating market – the local market where they pick the tropical fruits from their garden to sell there and have an opportunity to talk to the sellers on their boats.
Continue cruising through a beautiful small canals to reach Cai Rang floating market – The biggest whole sale tropical fruits on floating market.
After visting floating markets, you will come to a local family who made noodles by handmade with 3 generations and try to learn how to make noddle with them. A light breakfast will be served at local restaurant beside beautiful and quiet canals. You will be back to Mekong Rustic Can Tho at 10:00 AM
At 11:30, you will check out for transfer back to Saigon. Leave Can Tho for Saigon with a stop on the way for lunch. We will reach Saigon early afternoon.
Overnight in Saigon.

Day 11: Saigon departure

Breakfast in hotel.
Our guide and driver are at your disposal until we transfer you to the airport for your flight home or connect to other adventures in Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia or tours in Vietnam with Active Travel Asia.

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

TOUR COST PER PAX IN USD

TOUR COST PER PAX IN USD

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Inclusive

Hotels (Twin shared room)
Domestic air-tickets
Twin shared AC cabin on junk
AC vehicle
Sit-in kayak (double or single kayak depending on availability)
Boats in Mekong Delta
Bicycle rental where indicated
Water puppet show
Professional adventure English speaking guide
Meals as indicated in the itinerary
Water & Snacks
Entrance & Sightseeing fees
Service charges and taxes

Exclusive

Travel insurance
Visa process and stamp
Tips and gratitude
Personal expenses
Domestic & International flights (find cheap tickets here)
Others not mentioned

Child Policy

Child under 12 years old sharing with 01 adult: 90% of adult fare
Child under 12 years old sharing with 02 adults with extra bed: 80% of adult fare
Child under 12 years old sharing with 02 adults without extra bed: 50% of adult fare
Child under 02 years old sharing with 02 adults without bed: FOC

Remarks

Prices quoted in USD and subject to change without prior notice.
Please be informed that the quotation does not imply or constitute availability.
In case if the hotel listed is unavailable, other similar class hotel shall be provided.
Compulsory Gala Dinner will be applied during Christmas Eve and New Year Eve.