Vietnam & Laos Discovery - 14 days
Vietnam & Laos Discovery - 14 days
Starts : Ho Chi Minh ( Vietnam), ends : Luang Prabang( Laos)
Highlights:
*Vietnam : Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta, Hanoi Capital, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An
*Laos : Luang Prabang, Vientiane
Trip Code : VL-VLD14
Mekong DeltaDays 1–3 : Ho Chi Minh & Mekong Delta
Arrive Ho Chi Minh city , Vietnam’s largest city. Here we stroll along the city’s historic Dong Khoi Street, the former Rue Catinat, and visit sites such as the Reunification Palace and War Remnants Museum. We also visit the amazing Cu Chi tunnels, and spend a day among the canals and fruit orchards of the Mekong Delta.
Accommodation in Ho Chi Minh:
+ Hotel grade: 4 Star
+ Room type: Superior Room
Hoi anDays 4 – 5 : Hoi An
Fly north to Danang, gateway to the World-Heritage listed town of Hoi An. We introduce you to the delights of this charming town, visiting traditional houses and temples and the iconic Japanese Bridge on a walking tour. Enjoy a sunset cruise on the peaceful Thu Bon River and for something different, we will learn about traditional cultivation techniques in the hands-on ‘Hoi An local for a day’ experience. You may like to join a fun cooking class or if you’re an early riser, the local fish markets are a sight to behold!
Accommodation in Hoi An:
+ Hotel grade: 4 Star
+ Room type: Superior Room
Halong BayDay 6 – 7 : Hue & Halong Bay
Leaving charming Hoi An behind, we visit the sacred Marble Mountain and interesting Cham Museum before driving through spectacular coastal scenery to Hue. We explore the city’s historic sites, including the Citadel, elaborate emperors’ tombs and the Thien Mu Pagoda. Enjoy a fascinating cyclo ride and sit back and relax as we take a cruise along the Perfume River. In the mid day of day 7, fly to Hanoi and travel to Halong City, where we stay the night on the Halong Beach at Tuan Chau Resort.
Accommodation in Hue :
+ Hotel grade: 4 Star
+ Room type: Superior Room
Accommodation in Halong Bay :
+ Resort grade: 4 Star
+ Room type: Superior Room
Ha NoiDays 8 – 9 : Halong Bay & Hanoi
A cruise among the thousands of limestone islands of magical Halong Bay will surely be a highlight, as will the delicious seafood lunch we enjoy on board. On our return to Hanoi, experience a cyclo ride through the fascinating Old Quarter. The next day, learn all about the life and legend of ‘Uncle Ho’ when we visit his former home and mausoleum. We also visit the ancient Temple of Literature and infamous Hanoi Hilton prison.
Accommodation in Hanoi :
+ Hotel grade: 4 Star
+ Room type: Superior Room
VientianeDay 10 ~ Vientiane
Fly to the charming Lao capital, Vientiane. Explore the city’s most famous landmarks, That Luang and Wat Sisaket, and take part in a unique Lao baci welcome ceremony. At days end, why not watch the sun go down over the Mekong while enjoying an icy cold beer
Accommodation in Vientiane:
+ Hotel grade: 4 Star
+ Room type: Superior Room
Luang PrabangDays 11 – 14 : Luang Prabang
We fly north to Luang Prabang. Gain an insight into the local culture as we enter ornate monasteries and chat with local monks. Take a boat trip to the Pak Ou Caves, where hundreds of Buddha effigies are set into the cliff face, and enjoy a fun Lao cooking class. Rise early to witness the ancient ritual of local monks collecting alms at dawn, and experience the town’s relaxed atmosphere with a game of petanque. Your journey ends with an airport transfer on day 14.
Accommodation in Hue :
+ Hotel grade: 4 Star
+ Room type: Superior Room
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