Itinerary:
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Day: 1 Depart UK
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Days 2 & 3: Ho Chi Minh City - 2
nights
Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City where we sample the sights of
this vivacious city and, by contrast, visit the astonishing
labyrinthine underground city at Cu Chi, where guerrillas famously
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Days 4 &
5: Hoi An - 2 nights
Fly to Danang and visit the Marble Mountains then on to the
ancient town of Hoi An with its narrow winding streets. Enjoy a
leisurely exploration of the old town and harbour and visit the
ancient temple complex of My Son, a World Heritage Site.
Days 6 &
7: Hue - 2 nights
We take the coastal road to Hue, a centre of learning and
former capital where we enjoy a dragon boat trip on the Perfume River
and walk in the Bach Ma National Park, a haven of natural beauty and
wildlife.
Days 8 &
9: Hanoi - 2 nights
Fly to Hanoi (2 nights) where we will explore the historic
capital by foot, with a rickshaw ride, and visit the surrounding area
including Thien Tru temple and Giai Oan pagoda.
Day 10:
Halong Bay - 1 night
Travel to Halong Bay (1 night) , known as the "bay of
the Descending Dragon" with its picture postcard islets and
traditional fishing villages. We take a cruise around the bay
and a walk on one of the islands.
Days 11
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We take a leisurely journey back to Hanoi and see Ho
Chi Minh's Mausoleum and the traditional Water Puppet show, before we
board the night train to Sapa.
Day 12 - 14:
Sapa - 2 nights
We arrive in Sapa (2 nights) in the early morning for three
full days of walks in the northern mountains, through rice terraces,
rolling hills and small villages with people in traditional dress,
where we can get a glimpse of the traditional way of life. We
will visit the lively and colourful market of Bac Ha before taking the
night train back to Hanoi.
Day 15 :
Hanoi - 1 night
Early morning arrival in Hanoi (1 night) , we walk along
Hoan Kiem lake where locals practice Tai Chi and see more of the city
including Ho Chi Minh's mausoleum.
Day 16:
Transfer to the airport for departure.
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