Insight Vietnam Local - Luxury Tour 14 days

• Upon arrival at the airport, please be present at Pole No.10 (Outside the Terminal Gate). Your driver will take you to your luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.
• 14:00 is the check-in time of your hotel. However, you can check in early with an additional charge.
• You will have free time to relax or take a short nap to recharge your energy.

Morning/ Afternoon

NOTE:  The tour can start in the morning (08:00 - 08:30), or in the afternoon (13:00 - 13:30), depending on your demand.

• On the morning tour of Day 2, you will be accompanied by our friendly and knowledgeable tour guide to the must-see attractions in Ho Chi Minh:

  • Independence Palace: The workplace of President Nguyen Van Thieu in the past and the symbol of Saigon's liberation. Coming to the Independence Palace, you will have a chance to learn about Vietnam’s history.
  • War Remnants Museum: Get around all of the exhibitions and enrich your history knowledge about the Vietnam War.
  • Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post Office: Go sightseeing around two long-lasting masterpieces since French colonial.
  • End your trip at a local market where you can discover the hectic yet enchanting life and culture of local people. Let’s seek interesting souvenirs in local shops here.

• Return to your splendid hotel, and the rest of the day is your free time

Independence Palace - The Symbol Of Saigon's Liberation

Morning

• 08:00: Transport to Mekong Delta after having breakfast at your lavish hotel
• Today you will have an opportunity to enjoy the scenery of lush rice paddies and fruit farms in Vietnam's countryside:

  • Transfer to a wooden boat and breathe fresh air in the countryside while observing the tranquility of river life
  • Cycle for 7 km along the narrow village paths. Cross the fruit orchards and local cottage workshops until you reach the local tropical fruit farmer
  • Enjoy your time with different activities: wander around for scenic photographs, pick fruits, and savor the sweetness
  • After a short break, learn to catch fish with bare hands that will later be served at lunch

Afternoon 

• Enjoy the sampan journey along the tropical canals then continue your trip to Can Tho.

Visiting The Fruit Orchards In Mekong Delta

Morning

• Enjoy breakfast at your luxury hotel, then take a motorboat to Cai Rang floating village
• Join in bustling trading activities on the Mekong River at this fascinating destination
• Try Hu Tieu, a traditional rice noodle of the Mekong Delta, and durian, a tropical fruit that is famous for its distinctive scent
• Enjoy the beautiful scenery and daily activities of the locals.

Afternoon

• Disembark at Ninh Kieu and transfer to Ho Chi Minh City after lunch in Can Tho.
• Arrive at the hotel, take some time to rest before transferring to the airport for the Da Nang flight.

Trying Hu Tieu In The Mekong Delta's Floating Market

Morning

• Around 08:00: Gather at the hotel lobby, then our tour guide will take you to visit Tra Que Village. Upon arrival, you can experience the life of a local farmer with typical activities
• Join in various farming activities such as preparing the land, fertilizing or trying to rake the ground, sowing, watering greens, etc.
• Enjoy delicious lunch with the local family served with many local delicacies

Afternoon

• Take part in the afternoon class and learn to harvest and wrap the vegetables
• 13:00: Say farewell to the local family and return to Hoi An

Joining In The Local Farming Activities

Morning/ Afternoon

• Have a relaxing early time to discover novel activities in Hoi An on your own. There are some suggestive options that you should consider:

  • Half-Day Walking City Tour‎: Have an overall view of Hoi An's architecture and culture by visiting some outstanding spots here such as the Japanese Covered Bridge and Fujian Assembly Hall
  • Hoi An Memory Show: Immerse yourself in cultural art with an impressive combination of amazing dance performances, great music and lights
  • Cooking Class in Hoi An: Try making some tasty Vietnamese cuisine and improve your cooking skills

Evening

• Deep into Hoi An fantastic cuisine with an interesting evening walking food tour:

  • Our time starts at sunset, you will cross through the heaven of world-renowned culinary with local cafes, food stalls, and restaurants
  • Savor the most iconic and mouth-watering dishes in Hoi An that will definitely make you fall in love, including Banh Mi, Cau Lau, Banh Beo, Banh Khot, Balut, Local Coffee, etc 

• Free to wander around the vibrant ancient town at night or go back to your extravagant hotel

Morning

• 08:00: Pick up at your lavish hotel in Hoi An. Transfer to your next hotel in Hue via Cloudy Pass by shuttle bus or private car
• Stop at some spots on the way for sightseeing, such as Hai Van Gate, the lonely pine tree, and turtle rock (there can be a little bit of surcharge).

Morning

• 08:00 - 08:30: Get on the dragon boat at Toa Kham wharf and embark on a cruise for Perfume River exploration. Then you will visit Thien Mu Pagoda, the historic temple and symbol of Hue city
• Return to the vessel for the scenic cruise trip to Hue Ecolodge and Thuy Bieu Eco-village. In the next 2 hours, you will take a walk or cycle around the village

  • Stop at some handicraft families to observe daily activities and enjoy the enthusiastic spirit of the locals
  • Try making some of Vietnam's foremost dishes in a cooking class at Hue Ecolodge under the instruction of Ecochief.
  • Fulfill your taste buds for lunch with the delicious traditional dishes you have prepared

Afternoon

• Soothe your soul by relaxing in medicinal herb water, a traditional therapeutic practice. You can enjoy excellent massage service from local people.
• Drive back to your well-appointed hotel in Hue

Visiting Hue Ecolodge And Thuy Bieu Eco Village

Morning

• After having breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport in Hue to take a flight to Hanoi
• Arrive in Hanoi, carry on the check-in process at your lavish hotel, then take a rest

Morning/ Afternoon

NOTE: You can start your city tour in the morning or afternoon according to your preference

• Around 08:00 - 08:30 or 13:00 - 13:30: Our tour guide will take you to the highlight attractions in Hanoi, including:

• • The first attraction is the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university, where royalty, mandarins, and elite members studied.
  • The tour goes on with One Pillar Pagoda, where you can witness one of the unique temples in Vietnam that has a design like a lotus blossom.
  • Next, we will head to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the resting place of the Ho Chi Minh President. Enjoy a peaceful stroll around Ba Dinh Square. 
  • Immerse yourself in the serene atmosphere and stunning view of West Lake and Tran Quoc Buddhist Pagoda, which is the oldest Buddhist temple of Hanoi

• Have delectable lunch at an authentic Vietnamese restaurant. The rest of your day is your free time to relax

Morning

• Have breakfast at your hotel. Then you‘re picked up by the driver to Halong Bay around 08:00 - 08:30
• Upon arrival in Halong Bay, you can start a remarkable cruise tour around this World Heritage Site by embarking on your extravagant cruise and enjoying a fresh beverage as a warm greeting from the crew.
• Check in your opulent cabin and spend time admiring the majestic landscape of thousands of limestone islands. Lunch is served at the cruise’s splendid restaurant 

Afternoon

• After the break, take part in some exciting activities to enjoy your exploration to the fullest. Some options can be visiting caves, kayaking, swimming, etc. - the specific activities will follow the cruise itinerary
• Get back to the junk for relaxing and dining. Have an overnight on board

NOTE: Our tour guide will not escort you on the cruise but the crew members who are fluent in English will.

Kayaking Adventure In Halong Bay

Morning

• Early risers can absorb the magnificent morning sunrise over the karst formations of Halong Bay and take some minutes of Tai Chi Class
• Join the last excursion to a famous cave in Halong Bay such as Trung Trang Caves, Dark & Light Cave, Sung Sot Cave, etc. (depending on the itinerary of each cruise)
• Boost your energy with a delicious brunch while leisurely cruising through the beautiful rock formations back towards the port.
• Around 12:00: Disembark from the cruise, and the driver will take you to your classy hotel in Hanoi Old Quater

Afternoon

• Check in your hotel, and you will have free time for the remainder of the day

Joining A Tai Chi Class On The Cruise

• Day 13 is a free day to explore Hanoi on your own. Moreover, if you need a guide to escort you to the must-see places in Hanoi, do not hesitate to join one of our interesting tours below:

• • Duong Lam Ancient Village Full Day: Paying a visit to the ancient village in Hanoi, you can join a bicycle trip witness the serene and peaceful scenery of the countryside, interact with local people, and try traditional dishes here.
  • Ninh Binh: Hoa Lu - Tam Coc Full day: Have a small trip to one of the most beautiful places in the North, which is called “Halong Bay on land”. Here, you can admire the breathtaking scenery of endless rice fields during your boat trip and pass by Hoa Lu ancient capital under the Dinh and Le dynasty (968 - 1009)

Morning

• After having breakfast, the morning is your free time. The hotel room is available until 12:00 
• The driver will transfer you to the airport for your departure flight.