Hanoi 2 nights, Ho Chi Minh City 4 nights
On arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, our local representative will be waiting
outside the customs area to welcome you and to take you to your hotel (Check-in
time is 3.00 pm). Rest of the day is free for you to explore Hanoi Town on your own
We will pick you up in the hotel in central Old Quarter. Then visit Ho Chi Minh
Mausoleum. Learn more about Ho Chi Minh biography and his very important role of
forming this country nowadays. Visit Quan Thanh Temple and Tran Quoc Pagoda
(one of the oldest pagoda in Vietnam). Visit Bat Trang pottery village (applied on
Mon, Wed & Fri) or equivalent program. Later we visit Ethnology Museum (applied on
Tue, Thus, Sat & Sun) or equivalent program to have an overview of Vietnamese
Ethnology and its differences. Stop by the rst university in Vietnam, Temple of
Literature. Back to Old Quarter to go through short and tiny 36 main streets and learn
about its unique name orgin. You can feel what make Hanoi is different; as it
combines between the past and the present. Tour ends around 5.00pm
THIS IS THE HALF DAY TOUR THEN Kindly choose between the morning tour or afternoon option:
Morning option: Embark on a captivating exploration of Hanoi City as our friendly guide picks you up between 8:00 and 8:30 AM. Your journey begins with a visit to Tran Quoc Pagoda, nestled on the picturesque Golden Fish Island in West Lake. This ancient pagoda, dating back to the 6th century, is a testament to Hanoi's rich history. Next, you'll discover the Ho Chi Minh Complex, where you'll have a remarkable opportunity to view the preserved body of Ho Chi Minh himself. Stroll through the lush garden, which once served as his residence and workplace from 1954 to 1969. Your next stop is the One Pillar Pagoda, an architectural marvel dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy. It stands as one of the world's most unique pagodas. Please remember to dress modestly, covering your shoulders and knees when visiting Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, temples, and pagodas. Keep in mind that the mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays, if you travel on closing dates of this place, our guide would replace this to another attraction. By 11:15 AM, we would visit the Vietnam Ethnology Museum, where you'll gain valuable insights into the diverse cultures of the country's 54 ethnic groups. On Mondays, when the Ethnology Museum is closed, we'll take you to the Women's Museum for an equally enriching experience. By lunchtime, savor a Vietnamese lunch at local restaurant. Your morning half-day city tour concludes here, leaving you with a deeper understanding of Hanoi's cultural and historical treasures.
Afternoon option: Your adventure begins with our friendly guide extending a warm welcome as they pick you up from your hotel. You're about to embark on an enriching afternoon exploration of Hanoi, one of Vietnam's most culturally vibrant cities. Your culinary and cultural journey kicks off with a visit to a local restaurant, where you'll have the pleasure of indulging in a Vietnamese lunch. The rst stop on your itinerary is the esteemed Temple of Literature, known as Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam. Founded in the year 1070, this historic complex holds immense signicance in Hanoi. Stroll through its picturesque gardens, marvel at the time-honored architecture, and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of the country's educational heritage. The journey continues with a visit to Hoa Lo Prison, a site that holds historical weight and was famously known as the "Hanoi Hilton." Explore its thought-provoking exhibits, each narrating stories from different chapters of the nation's past. As late afternoon approaches, you'll nd yourself at the tranquil Ngoc Son Temple, gracefully positioned on the shores of Hoan Kiem Lake. To reach this sacred sanctuary, you'll cross the iconic red bridge, adding to the experience. This is where your adventure through Hanoi's rich cultural and historical tapestry comes to an end and you will return back to your hotel.
After breakfast, check-out from your hotel. Later in the day you will be transferred to the airport to catch your Flight for Ho chi Min city
Upon your arrival at Ho Chi Minh City, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Rest of the day is free for you to explore Ho Chi Minh on your own.
In the morning, we will pick you up in the hotel lobby and start the trip by visiting the most highlights of the city, including Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Oce, Reunication Palace,and War Remnants Museum. With our knowledgeable tour guide, you will learn more about this interesting city. After having lunch in a local restaurant, we will head to Chi Tunnels, 60km far from city center. This network of over 200km of tunnels became legendary when they played a vital role in the War. In their heyday, the tunnels were functioning underground cities including numerous trap doors, specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, eld hospitals, command centers & kitchens. You will spend the next hour exploring the tunnels. Afterwards, enjoy tea, cassava (guerrilla‟s food during the war). We will return to Sai Gon in late afternoon
Today morning, check out from your hotel. Later on you will be transferred to the Ho Chi Minh Airport to catch your ight back home.