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info@quintessentiallytravel.com OVERVIEW The Vietnamese experience has it all: incredible coastlines, great landscapes, bustling cities, memorable national parks and a deep-rooted culture. Start your journey by exploring Ho Chi Minh City before moving on to the backwaters of the Mekong Delta. The end of your first week takes you to the historic old port of Hoi An, while on the second leg of you journey on to the architectural destination of Hue. During the final days you continue to Hanoi - where fantastic old Asia meets new Asia. A final day trip to Ky Son marks the end of your trip. DAYS 1-3 Ho Chi Minh - 2 nights at Park Hyatt Saigon By day enjoy a private guided tour tailored to your interests with everything from art to history. Step off the beaten track and explore Saigon s well-kept secrets and sample traditional Saigon fare at Com Nieu Sai Gon. No trip would be complete without a spot of retail therapy and, of course, tasting the best ice cream around at Fanny s. By night live like the locals and sample all the culinary delights from the back of a vintage Vespa scooter. DAYS 3-4 1 night aboard Mago Cruise Take a drive to Delta town of Ben Tre and explore the local markets of Mo Cay, Tra On and Cai Rang as well as the lively town of Vung Liem. Get out and about on a bicycle, or perhaps a walking tour for the more exercise-conscious and adventurous. That night tuck into in a five-course dinner and stay on board the Mago Cruise. You can also opt for dinner at Hoi An s best restaurants Mango ango DAYS 4-7 Hoi An - 3 nights at Fusion Maia Resort
This is your day of leisure, so make the most of some free time. Perhaps a bike ride to the town centre is on the cards. For the tour lovers try a Wet Rice Cultivation Tour for a morning of history. Hoi An s atmosphere is worth soaking up so you stretch your legs during the evening to take in the sights. DAYS 7-11 Hue - 2 nights at La Residence Hue Hanoi - 2 nights at Sofitel Legend Metropole, Hanoi Take a scenic drive to Hue and stop at the Dong Ba market, the Royal Fine Arts Market and the Buddhist pagoda. You then fly to Hanoi and take part in a day of cooking and a street food tour. A trip to Hanoi means a traditional Mua Roi Nuoc show at Club De L Oriental is a definite must. Les Jardines De La Carambole has all the dishes you could ever ask for, book in here for dinner. DAYS 11-13 1 night aboard Violet Junk Ky Son - 1 night at Moon Garden Tuck into brunch onboard overlooking Halong Bay and during the afternoon spoil yourself with a spot of TLC. Pamper yourself in the steam baths or take a bike ride to Ky Son village. That evening put your feet up in the Violet Junk and Moon Garden. For a treat, try your hand at a local ritual of burning votive money and gold. DAYS 13-14 Hanoi - 1 night at Sofitel Legend Metropole, Hanoi Enjoy your remaining time in Vietnam and relax before making starting your return journey. QT INSIDER
The Vietnamese experience has it all: incredible coastlines, great landscapes, bustling cities, memorable national parks and a deep-rooted culture. Start your journey by exploring Ho Chi Minh City before moving on to the backwaters of the Mekong Delta. The end of your first week takes you to the historic old port of Hoi An, while on the second leg of you journey on to the architectural destination of Hue. During the final days you continue to Hanoi - where fantastic old Asia meets new Asia. A final day trip to Ky Son marks the end of your trip. 14 Days/ 13 Nights from GBP 8039.00 / based on 2 people BEST TIME TO TRAVEL January February March April May June July August September October November December LOCATION