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Vietnam Panorama
Operated by Wendy Wu
Tripcode: VVP_NZ
Overview
Destination:
Vietnam,
Start:Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Finish:Hanoi, Vietnam
Finish:Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration:19 days
Type:Group tour (max 28)
Travel Period
March 2025 - November 2026
Travel overland through the verdant south of Vietnam – from the riverside life of the Mekong to lush and fresh Dalat, up the beautiful coastline to ancient Hue. Finish off by exploring colonial Hanoi and cruising on tranquil Halong Bay.
Price notes:
- Prices are fully inclusive from the UK and based on London Heathrow departures
- Regional connections to London Heathrow are available on request
- Flight upgrades available on request
- Land only from £1,680pp (Saigon – Hanoi)
- Single room option from £440 (no supplement if you are willing to share)
- Tipping 2012 payable locally US$90pp
Standard inclusions
- Domestic transportation
- Accommodation
- Entrance fees, guides and daily tours
- All Meals
- Standard group visa fees included and fees may apply for foreign passport holders or other visas
Itinerary
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Collapse allDays 1-2: Fly To Saigon
Fly to Saigon, Vietnam's largest and most evocative city. Depending on your time of arrival the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.
Day 3: Visit The Cu Chi Tunnels
Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, a hidden network of Viet Cong tunnels, bunkers and field hospitals used in the Vietnam War. before returning to Saigon. This afternoon, return to Saigon to explore its seamless blend of past and present. See Notre Dame Cathedral and visit the Central Post Office, dramatic legacies of a colonial past. Spend time at the Reunification Palace and the emotive War Remnants Museum.
Day 4: Cruise The Mekong Delta
Head west to Ben Tre to take a cruise through the Mekong Delta. This area is known as the 'Rice Basket of Vietnam'. Paddle through the palm-lined canals and enjoy a typical Mekong lunch before continuing to Can Tho, where we spend the night.
Day 5: Explore Floating Markets
Visit the Cai Rang floating market to see the goods on sale and learn how vermicelli rice noodles are made. Return to Saigon.
Day 6: Travel To Dalat
Head up into the highlands to reach the hill town of Dalat, a former colonial retreat beloved for its cooler climate and picturesque scenery. En route, stop at a tea plantation to hear about tea cultivation in Bao Loc.
Day 7: The City Of Flowers
Visit the Domaine de Marie Church, the Flower Gardens and an embroidery workshop. Later, board a vintage open-air train for a journey to the countryside hamlet of Trai Mat. End the day with a local coffee by Xuan Huong lake.
Day 8: Travel To Nha Trang
Today, take the winding road down from the highlands and along the coast to Nha Trang, Vietnam's beach capital. Take to the turquoise waters for a cruise around the bay's many islands, and stop off to enjoy a swim in the balmy waters.
Day 9: Visit The Cham Towers
Wander Dam market before and visit the Po Nagar Cham Towers. Continue on to the seaside city of Qui Nhon, where we spend the night.
Day 10: Visit Son My
The Son My area saw one of the most horrific crimes of the Vietnam War – the My Lai massacre. Pay respects at the memorial placed in honour of these unarmed civilian victims and hear their story before continuing to Hoi An.
Day 11: Explore Hoi An On Foot
Take a morning walking tour of charming Hoi An – a wonderfully laidback and wilfully traditional town that has managed to retain the charms of a bygone era. Visit a historic family home, the Japanese Bridge, a Chinese temple and the market before an afternoon at leisure.
Day 12: See The Royal Tomb
Take the scenic route to Hue over the Hai Van Pass. Once the seat of the Nguyen emperors, this scholarly city retains the majesty of its imperial past. Visit the Royal Tomb of Minh Mang, a complex of over 40 monuments surrounded by pools and gardens.
Day 13: Discover Hue's Imperial Citadel
Explore the imposing Imperial Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City within. Cruise along the Perfume River to visit the charming An Hien House and the seven-storey Thien Mu Pagoda.
Day 14: Old Quarter Cyclo Tour
Take a quick flight to Hanoi, Vietnam's charming capital. Enjoy a cyclo tour of the atmospheric Old Quarter. Try a Hanoi speciality - egg coffee - before visiting the Ethnology Museum and exploring its life-size tribal longhouses.
Day 15: Discover Hanoi
Explore the story of Ho Chi Minh on today's walking tour. See his Mausoleum and Presidential Palace, and visit the Humble House on Stilts he called home. Later, visit the One Pillar Pagoda and the beautiful Temple of Literature.
Days 16-17: Cruise Halong Bay
Spend the day aboard your comfortable cruise ship sailing through the awe-inspiring beauty of Halong Bay. Swim, kayak or visit one of the bay's many caves before spending a night onboard. Return to Hanoi the next day. On your final evening in Hanoi, attend The Quintessence of Tonkin show, a spectacular open-air performance celebrating the rich history of northern Vietnam.
Days 18-19: Hanoi To New Zealand
Transfer to the airport for your flight to New Zealand, arriving home the same or following day.
Departure dates
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Operator
Wendy Wu
Wendy Wu Tours is Australia's leading touring specialist, offering extraordinary tours throughout Asia, Latin America, Eurasia, the Middle East – and most recently, Australasia. Since Wendy sent her very first tour to China in 1994, we've grown from strength to strength and are proud of the multiple awards we've won throughout the years and the unique travel experiences we offer to an expanding range of destinations.
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