Vietnam at a Glance

Vietnam at a Glance

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$2895

Vietnam at a Glance

12 Days Starting in UK and ending in UK

Tour operator:

Wendy Wu

Tour code:

420

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

12 - 28

Physical rating:

Level1

Age range:

12-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Meat

Tour operated in:

English

Private Available:

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From: $2895

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Have limited time but still want to experience Vietnam's top sights? With

this tour you can tick off the highlights with visits to charming Hoi An, historical Hue, spectacular Halong Bay and much more.

Highlights

  • Experience Saigon's edgy and evocative blend of past and present

  • Discover the legendary Cu Chi tunnel network used by the Viet Cong

  • Catch a glimpse of rural Vietnam in Tra Que village

  • Delve into Vietnam's dynastic past in imperial Hue

  • Soak up the charms of Vietnam's fast-paced yet graceful capital Hanoi

  • Drift on emerald waters amongst the picturesque peaks of Halong Bay

Itinerary

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Day 1 - 2 : Days 1-2 Fly Overnight To Saigon

Meals Included: Dinner

Fly overnight 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 Discover Saigon & Cu Chi

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Spend the morning discovering the guerrilla warfare tactics of the Viet Cong at the famous Cu Chi Tunnels. Stop for lunch at an organic farm before returning to Saigon for an afternoon city tour. This exuberant city is driving Vietnam forward into the modern world, but it is also a treasure trove of fascinating heritage. See the colonial Notre Dame Cathedral and visit the Central Post Office, the Reunification Palace, and the chilling War Remnants Museum.

Day 4 Mekong Delta

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Journey to Ben Tre to take a cruise on the Mekong. Paddle through the maze of palm-lined canals and get a glimpse of daily life on the Mekong Delta. Enjoy a lunch of typical Mekong dishes. Return to Saigon, stopping en route to explore the historic Vinh Trang Pagoda and its beautiful gardens.

Day 5 Historic Hoi An

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Fly to Danang and transfer to Hoi An. This afternoon, take a walking tour of this charming town – a wonderfully laidback and wilfully traditional place, whose streets are a delight to wander. Visit an old merchant's house, Quan Cong Temple, the elaborate Japanese Bridge and the bustling market. Stop en route to visit Reaching Out, a social enterprise craft workshop employing staff with disabilities.

Day 6 Tra Que Village

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Head out into the countryside to Tra Que, a small farming community that supplies many hotels and restaurants in the area with vegetables and herbs. Here you can enjoy the lush green countryside, stroll through the gardens to see the farmers at work and try your hand at their traditional techniques. This afternoon is at leisure to shop, explore, or perhaps head to the beach.

Day 7 Imperial Hue

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Leave Hoi An for Hue, taking a scenic route over the Hai Van Pass. The epitome of Vietnam's dynastic past, Hue is a dignified and scholarly city. Visit the imposing Imperial Citadel and Forbidden Purple City. Once the stronghold of the Nguyen emperors, the citadel's atmosphere still retains the grandeur of its history. Continue to the old Thien Mu Pagoda before taking a cruise on the Perfume River.

Day 8 Royal Tombs & Fly To Hanoi

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Royal Tomb of Minh Mang, a complex of 40 monuments set in surroundings of gardens and pools. This afternoon, fly to Hanoi, Vietnam's charming capital.

Day 9 Explore Hanoi

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Sightseeing today includes a wander through the Ho Chi Minh Quarter, learning about this major figure of Vietnamese history. See his Mauoleum and the Presidential Palace, along with the humble Stilt House he called home. Also visit One Pillar Pagoda and the Confucian Temple of Literature. End the day's explorations with a cyclo tour through the Old Quarter and enjoy a flavourful Vietnamese egg coffee.

Day 10 Halong Bay Cruise

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Board a traditional cruise ship on Halong Bay and cruise out into its tranquil scenery. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and a vision of awe-inspiring beauty, it's easy to see why it is one of Vietnam's most popular destinations. Enjoy excursions such as kayaking or exploring island caves before returning to the ship for dinner.

Day 11 Return To Hanoi

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Rise early this morning for a beautiful sunrise over the bay. Return to Hanoi after brunch on deck and enjoy an afternoon at leisure.

Day 12 Fly Hanoi To Uk

Meals Included: Breakfast

Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or following day.

What's Included

  • All accommodation

  • All meals

  • Entrance fees, guides and daily tours

  • Visa fees for UK passport holders

What's Not Included

  • Tipping and Gratuities

    Tipping while on holiday is common in most parts of the world and Southeast Asia is no exception.

    However, it is not always clear who it is appropriate to tip and how much.

    Furthermore, travellers may not have the right amounts of cash available at the right time.

    In order to avoid any inconvenience Wendy Wu Tours operates a tipping policy where a stated amount is given to your National Escort at the beginning of your tour and tips are disbursed to local guides and drivers throughout your tour.

    The amount is designed to be at a reasonable level for travellers while being fair to the local people and includes a gratuity for the National Escort.



    If you are travelling in a smaller group with local guides only, then tipping is paid in each destination.

    To be fair to the guides we ask for slightly higher amounts per traveller with small groups.



    We generally find that most customers appreciate the convenience of our tipping policy but we do recognize that it may not suit everyone.

    However, as this is a group tour we ask that everyone follows the same protocol to be fair to other group members and to ensure smooth operation of your tour.


  • Drinks with Meals

Accommodation

Muong Thanh Saigon Centre

Muong Thanh Saigon Centre Hotel is situated in District 1. Rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV and have a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. For your comfort, you will find bath robes, slippers and a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar, indoor swimming pool and free WiFi.


Little Residence Boutique Hotel & Spa

Located in the heart of Hoi An, and situated a few moments away from the Japanese Covered Bridge, the 4-star Little Residence offers a charming stay. The decor is inspired by the beauty of the ancient town, effortlessly blending neoclassical architecture with sophisticated furnishings. Each room is well equipped with full modern amenities including a flat screen TV and air-conditioning, while hotel facilities include an outdoor swimming pool and state-of-the-art gym.


Romance Hotel

The conveniently located 4-star Romance Hotel offers a clean and comfortable stay featuring an open-air pool boasting views over the city, along with a bar and restaurant. Each room has an airy feel with simple and neutral decor and room amenities include free WiFi, air-conditioning and a satellite TV.


Thien Thai Hotel Hanoi

Set in a charming French colonial building, Thien Thai is a boutique hotel on a quiet side street near the Old Quarter. Its internal decor reflects its French heritage, re-designed with a contemporary aesthetic. The hotel offers a restaurant and bar, along with a relaxing wellness centre with sauna, gym and whirlpool bath.


Emeraude Classic Cruises

A replica paddle steamer that oozes a nostalgic charm of bygone Indochina, the Emeraude brings a timeless elegance to the waters of Halong Bay. With classical brass fixtures and warm, characterful cabins, the ship serves up fusion cuisine in its restaurant, a range of drinks at the bar and offers relaxation on the sun deck. There is also a spa, Tai Chi and cooking classes and Wi-Fi. Whilst some cabins have a private balcony, all have air-conditioning and an en suite bathroom with shower.


Experiences

Hanoi Cyclo Tour

Explore the vibrant streets of Hanoi's Old Quarter by cyclo, stopping off at a café to sample a traditionally-made, local speciality, egg coffee.


Tra Que Traditional Village

Try your hand at ancient cultivation techniques with members of the local farming community in Tra Que village and enjoy a cooking demonstration of a regional speciality.


Hoi An Walking Tour

Take a walking tour of this charming town – a wonderfully laid-back and wilfully traditional place, whose streets are a delight to wander.


Check out our Q&As

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    Yes

  • Is Vietnam developed?

    Although South East Asia is developing quickly, it still lacks the international standards of civil infrastructure and tourist facilities. Concepts of personal responsibility are also different to those in the UK. Consequently, tourist and public facilities may not uphold the same safety standards as in the UK; for example, you may see a hole in the road without a warning sign or safety barricade.

  • Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

    Yes

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

    Yes

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Yes

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    If, after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, we will endeavour to make these changes, but it may not always be possible. Any changes to confirmed bookings need to be sent to us in writing via your travel agent. Please refer to our booking conditions for further information and fees.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Your Final Travel Documents are usually sent to you 2-3 weeks prior to your departure. Your travel pack will include your tour itinerary, hotel details, flight e-tickets and a travel guide. If you have booked with a travel agent, your tickets will be dispatched to your travel agent unless we have been otherwise informed.

  • Will I be travelling with passengers from other countries?

    Our passengers generally enjoy the mixture of British, Australian and American clients on tour. Occasionally we are joined by English-speaking passengers from other countries.

  • What is 'Happy to Share'?

    Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date. If a share partner is found, the Single Supplement will be removed from your booking. If a share partner is not found, the Single Supplement will remain and is payable with your final balance in line with our normal booking conditions. Either way, our Operations Team will contact you around 75 days before departure to let you know whether a share partner has been found or not. We regret that Happy to Share requests cannot be accepted within 75 days of departure. Wendy Wu Tours reserves the right to change or withdraw this arrangement at any time.

  • Do you allow children on your tours?

    We allow children 12 years and over on our group tours. We recommend that families with children of any age take advantage of our private or tailormade tours. This will give you more flexibility while on tour.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Trusted Customer  

Brilliant holiday,

Brilliant holiday, would highly recommend, had ne

Brilliant holiday, would highly recommend, had never been to this part of the world but after this holiday and experience with Wendy Wu would use them again.

Kenneth  

Good variety of eating places.

A particularly resourceful guide in difficult circ

A particularly resourceful guide in difficult circumstances. Escorted right up to departure gate. Food good and hotels pretty good. Good variety of eating places.

Hyatt  

Great Holiday

Great holiday! Well-organized with no problems

Great holiday! Well-organized with no problems

Trusted Customer  

Well done Wendy Wu

We managed to do most of our tour until Covid-19 h

We managed to do most of our tour until Covid-19 hit and everything started closing down Well done Wendy Wu for looking after us.

Simon  

Very good

We saw a lot more than anticipated. Food was very

We saw a lot more than anticipated. Food was very good. Accommodation and transport very good.

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  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of wendy wu charges.

    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.

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