12 Day Tour of Vietnam with Gate 1 Travel Clone plan |
Schedule | Participants | Destination | Themes |
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Oct 8 2014 11 nights |
6 persons | Ho Chi Minh City thành phố Hội An, Quang Nam province Hue, Thua Thien-Hue Hạ Long Bay Hanoi, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi |
First-time Visit |
Schedule | Participants |
---|---|
Oct 8 2014 11 nights |
6 persons |
Destination | Themes |
Ho Chi Minh City thành phố Hội An, Quang Nam province Hue, Thua Thien-Hue Hạ Long Bay Hanoi, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi |
First-time Visit |
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12 Day Tour of Vietnam with Gate 1 Travel
Oct 8 2014 - Oct 19 2014
See Vietnam's ornate pagodas, modern cities, and French colonial architecture on this guided tour. A boat ride on Halong Bay and a visit to the Imperial City are among the itinerary's highlights. Along the way, you'll have access to several optional tours for additional fees (see itinerary for more information).
Starting at $1699 per person
Clone planDay 1
Wednesday, Oct. 08
Ho Chi Minh City
Depart the USA for Vietnam. Your flight includes meals, drinks, and in-flight entertainment.
Day 2
Thursday, Oct. 09
Ho Chi Minh City
Arrive in Ho Chi Minh (formerly Saigon), the largest city in Vietnam. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy the balance of the day at leisure.
Day 3
Friday, Oct. 10
Ho Chi Minh City
Morning at leisure to discover hectic Ho Chi Minh City at your own pace. In the afternoon, a guided tour in Ho Chi Minh City includes the neo-Romanesque Notre Dame Cathedral, and the French architecture of the Central Post Office, City Hall, and t...
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Saturday, Oct. 11
Ho Chi Minh City
Depart Ho Chi Minh on your flight to Da Nang, one of Vietnam's major ports, situated on the coast of the South China Sea. Travel south to the picturesque ancient town of Hoi An, where people still wear the "ao dais", Vietnam’s traditional dress. T...
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Sunday, Oct. 12
Ho Chi Minh City
Spend a full day at leisure discovering all of the delights of Hoi An independently. Walk through the Old City, stopping at one of the city's many museums, or see artisans using age-old techniques to fashion a variety of crafts. Of special interes...
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Monday, Oct. 13
Quận Thanh Khê
This morning, travel to Da Nang, with stunning views of bowl-shaped Da Nang Bay. Drive by Marble Mountain, a village well-known for its sophisticated hand-made marble products. Journey over the towering mountains to Hue, home to a wealth of palace...
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The more prosaic Vietnamese name for the Marble Mountains is Ngu Hanh Son (Five Elements Mountains). The five peaks consist of ...
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The Imperial City at Hue is the best-preserved remnant of a vast citidel and royal quarters that once existed on the site. To p...
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Day 7
Tuesday, Oct. 14
Hue
Day at leisure to explore Hue independently. Or, participate in the not-to-be-missed optional afternoon boat excursion on the gentle Perfume River, which explores the life along the banks of the ancient royal capital city. The river, with its shim...
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Wednesday, Oct. 15
Hanoi
Depart Hue on the flight to sparkling Hanoi, cultural center of the country. Upon arrival, travel overland and through the lush Vietnamese countryside to picturesque Halong Bay, considered one of Vietnam's most celebrated attractions. As you appro...
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Thursday, Oct. 16
Hanoi
Incredible views await you today! Halong Bay is considered one of the most breathtaking places on the planet, added to the list of UNESCO Heritage sites and declared recently as one of the "New Seven Natural Wonders of the World". There are over 3...
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Friday, Oct. 17
Hanoi
Today, we visit the Museum of Ethnology, center for the preservation and exhibition of cultural heritage for over 50 ethnic groups in Vietnam. In the evening, attend a performance of the world-famous Water Puppet Show, accompanied by a traditional...
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Saturday, Oct. 18
Hanoi
Spend a full day at leisure discovering Hanoi on your own, or, take the optional tour to the stunning Thay Pagoda and So Village, including lunch, also known as the "Pagoda of the Master". Nestled against the hillside in Sai Go Village, it shares ...
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Sunday, Oct. 19
Ho Chi Minh City
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
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