Overview :

Begin your tour of Vietnam in the capital city of Hanoi filled with cultural and historical sites including Ho Chi Minh Complex, Temple Literature, Ethnology Museum, Water Puppet show. Following day, take the traditional wooden junk in Halong Bay to explore caves, life of floating fish villages and lime stones with different shapes or like some things.

Take a short flight to the Center, you will visit Hue city. A boat trip along a truly majestic and beautiful river, the Song Huong to Thien Mu pagoda introduces you to the former imperial capital, you will spend the afternoon to discover the Citadel & Forbidden Purple City used as living places of the former imperial Nguyen Emperors. Driving a scenic south ahead over Hai Van pass with the panoramic view of Da Nang city to Hoi An Old town, take a half day to wander along narrow & quiet roads to visit the traditional ancient houses, Japanese bridge with 400 years old & colorful riverside market.

You have two wonderful days in Nha Trang where crystal waters are interspersed with perfect islands, fringed in white sand beaches, is perfect beach for relaxation, swimming, snorkeling.

Next destination is vibrant Ho Chi Minh city with tour around consisting of visiting Reunification Palace, the French architecture building Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Sai Gon Post Office & the oldest Chinese temple Jade Emperor pagoda. End of Vietnam tour with a day trip to Mekong Delta, where sampan boat takes you past the colorful market, lush green water coconut trees along canal sides.

Highlights:

 - Take a beautiful picture of Hanoi city– the Paris of the Orient after taking one full day trip
- Enjoy a quiet night with pure, fresh atmosphere on board in Halong Bay
- Re-live imperial life as you walk through Hue's culture-filled streets, visit the Citadel & the Forbidden Purple city & tombs of Tu Duc
- Give the wonderful architecture in Hoi An – a unique mix of Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese and European styles
- Relax on the beautiful beach Nha Trang – white sand, blue sea & bright sunshine
- Explore the throbbing metropolis Ho Chi Minh city
- Take boat excursion to explore the life & the spiritual of people living along Mekong Delta

Day 1 : Hanoi Arrival
You will be welcomed by our guide by arrival at Noi Bai Airport. We transfer you with a comfortable vehicle to the city center of Hanoi to check-in your hotel. This day is scheduled to take some rest after your long flight. You have the opportunity to get some first impressions of the city by yourself and of course our tour guide is always available at your request. Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi.

Day 2 : Hanoi City Tour (B,L)
Morning after having breakfast at the hotel, we start visiting the Ho Chi Minh Complex. This famous site contains the mausoleum of the nation’s founder Ho Chi Minh (closed on Monday, Friday & November), the Presidential Palace and the Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilt, the One Pillar Pagoda. We follow this with the Temple of Literature. After lunch we visit the impressive Ethnologic Museum, dedicated to Vietnam's 54 ethnic groups, the peaceful lake of Hoan Kiem and Ngoc Son pagoda. And we will take a short tour by cyclo tour in the Old Quarter. Tonight enjoy Water Puppet show. Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi

Day 3 : Hanoi -  Halong Bay (B,L,D)
Breakfast at hotel and then start a 3-hour drive through the Red River Delta to Ha Long City. Comfort stop en route for photos and coffee before arriving to Ha Long City. We then transfer to a refurbished wooden sailing junk for a cruise through the limestone cliffs and emerald waters of Ha Long Bay, giving us the chance to take in the stunning scenery of this World Heritage Site. While on board we will be served a sumptuous fresh, local seafood lunch followed by a swim and exploring some of the limestone caves in this area. When the sun comes down we drop anchor for the night nearby a remote island.  Dinner on board. Overnight on Junk

Day 4 : Halong – Hanoi – Flight to Hue (Brunch)
Rising to the tranquil beauty of the bay we have time for an early morning dip with joys and emotions for watching sunrise on sea followed by breakfast. This morning we continue to move around the bay to find more secluded areas. The junk will be near us at all times serving as a back up vessel for those that require it. At around midday we will return to the main harbor before transferring to our awaiting vehicle for a 3-hour journey to Noi Bai airport for flight to Hue. Upon arrival Hue, pick up & transfer to hotel in Hue. Check in hotel & relax. Overnight at the hotel in Hue.

Day 5 : Hue Imperial City (B,L)
We then set out for the exploration of Hue's famous highlights, including the picturesque Thien Mu, or Heavenly Lady Pagoda. One of the most poignant displays here is a car belonging to a former monk, who in 1963, drove to Saigon and set himself alight to protest against the South Vietnamese regime and its treatment of Buddhists. Disembark the board for a visit the elaborate mausoleum of former emperor Tu Duc. Transfer back to Hue center Hue for lunch at local restaurant. After lunch, visit the Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City. Built in the 19th century by the Nguyen dynasty, the City was home to the former Emperors of Vietnam from 1802 until 1945, do the walking and shopping in Dong Ba Market to enjoy the speciality of Hue city. Overnight at the hotel in Hue

Day 6 : Hue – Da Nang – Hoi An (B,L)
As we bid Hue farewell this morning we continue our south bound journey, this time in the comfort of an air-conditioned bus. Today's destination is the old trading town of Hoi An. Along the way we will stop at Lang Co beach for coffee and refreshments. From here we head up to the Hai Van pass, stopping at the top to take in the stunning views north over Lang Co beach and south over Danang city. Continuing on our way down the other side and into Da Nang, where we will stop at the Cham Museum, the famed China Beach, and the Marble Mountains. Arrival in Hoian we will visit the ancient merchants' houses, a Phuc Kien temple, the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, and the colorful riverside market. Overnight at the hotel in Hoi An

Day 7 : Hoi An – Da Nang - Flight to Nha Trang (B,L)
Breakfast at hotel, then transfer to the airport for the flight to Nha Trang. We will visit the Po Nagar sanctuary, a beautiful site of the Cham and the Xom Bong fishermen's village and the Oceanographic Institute holds an aquarium and an exhibition Hall displaying more than 20,000 samples of sea animals. The 23 pools of the aquarium hold a great variety of richly colorful marine species, specially the sea-horses and Long Son pagoda. Overnight at the hotel in Nha Trang

Day 8 : Nha Trang Island (B,L)
After breakfast, start from your hotel to Cau Da port. Tri Nguyen Aquarium on Mieu Island is the first place to visit, many sea species of Nha Trang/Khanh Hoa province make a small ocean world there. Mun Island is the best island for snorkeling where you can see lots of live colorful corals and fish. Visit a fishing village and taking a fresh lunch at the island. On the way back you will be able to see caves in which the sea swallows make their nest. Overnight at hotel in Nhatrang 

Day 9 : Nha Trang- Flight to Ho Chi Minh (B,L)
You will take the morning flight to Ho Chi Minh, upon arrival pick up and transfer to hotel. Afternoon we pass the now-demolished wartime American Embassy before we visit the Reunification Palace which was the former residence of the President of South Vietnam until end of April 1975, and some French colonial structures including the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Sai Gon Post Office. After seeing the Jade Emperor Pagoda, one of the oldest Chinese temples in Saigon. The last sight we will visit is Ben Thanh market, where all kinds of goods are offered. Overnight at the hotel in Ho Chi Minh 

Day 10 HCM city – Mekong Delta Day Trip (B,L)
Heading out of the town, we travel by road to the Mekong Delta, Vietnam's largest rice bowl. On arrival in My Tho we embark on a boat navigating around the intricate small canals in the delta region, which is a great way to observe the local lifestyle close-up and catch a view dotted by many islands. The exciting excursion will pass the lush green vegetation before arriving at the famous Unicorn Island. Here we have opportunities to stroll around an orchard, taste many seasonal fruits and enjoy wonderful traditional music. The next stop of our trip is Ben Tre Province to visit some fascinating local industries. After feasting on a huge lunch we return to Ho Chi Minh, stopping off along the way to see the beautiful Ving Trang Pagoda. Overnight at the hotel in Ho Chi Minh

Day 11 Ho Chi Minh – Departure (B)
Breakfast at hotel, free time until transfer to the airport for your departure flight. Say goodbye Vietnam. End of Asia King Travel’s services.

Trip includes:

• The English speaking guide as guided time
• Accommodation based on double/twin sharing with daily breakfast
• Halong Bay Junk cruise 1 night
• Puppet show in Hanoi
• Cyclo tour in the old quarter of Hanoi
• Meals as indicated (B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner)
• All transfers with the air-conditioned private vehicle
• Private boat excursion in Hue, Nha Trang, Mekong Delta
• Domestic airtickets: Hanoi – Hue, Da Nang – Nha Trang – Ho Chi Minh (Vietnam Airlines/Economy Class)
• All entrance fees
• Water & cool towels
• Government taxes & service charge

Trip excludes

• International Airfares.
• Early check in/ late check out
• Meals not indicated
• Drinks & beverage..
• Surcharge for gala diner on 24^th Dec and 31^st Dec
• Vietnam stamp fee : ( 25 USD/ per person)
• Personal travel insurance (Compulsory).
• Personal expenses such as Telephone and Laundry bills.
• Tips and gratuities