We leave from Saigon to Cai Be district on tour operated by boat to visit Cai Be's colorful floating market and cruise among local barges full of fruits and vegetables. We later stop at regional workshops where the travelers learn how to make rice paper, coconut candy, popped rice, and popcorn. We try and taste all kinds of sweets with their family.
We take the rowing boat more in-depth into the countryside on smaller canals to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere as well as see the long-established houses made of wood and palm tree leaves. We also witness activities of the local farmers, interact with them and see how they fish. In the afternoon, we walk around and enjoy certain fruits while listening to the local music. We arrive in Vinh Long and transfer to Can Tho.
Overnight in Can Tho.We start on a morning boat trip from Ninh Kieu boat station and cruise along the Can Tho River within the bustling water traffic. We arrive in Cai Rang floating market-the biggest floating market in the Mekong Delta. We get an excellent opportunity to capture some of the most exciting scenes of the surrounding. The lively floating markets start from twilight where the travelers witness the enthralling beauty of the place. The native people are seen hustling to the pool, paddling their way and riding different kinds of boats for carrying various farm products to the market for selling. Unlike other types of market, the floating markets in the Mekong Delta have a colorful advertising culture. It is enhanced by showcasing their products on bamboo poles for sale. There are plenty of coffee, fruits, meat, shrimps, fishes and lottery tickets traded on the boats. We cruise back to Can Tho city and drive back to Saigon (172km) for overnight.
Overnight in Saigon.In the morning, we enjoy a half day tour of the city. We visit the War Remnants Museum exhibition halls that display images of both the ' French' and ‘ American' wars, the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Post Office and the Thien Hau Pagoda. In the afternoon, we transfer to the airport for our flight to Nha Trang. Upon arrival at the Cam Ranh airport, our tour guide will pick us up and move to the hotel in the city for check-in.
Overnight in Nha Trang.Today we have a free day. We are free to stroll around at our own accord.
Overnight in Nha Trang.We are transferred to the Cam Ranh airport for a flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, the guide will pick us up and transfer us from Da Nang to Hoi An (35km). We check-in at the hotel around 14:00 p.m. and relax.
In the afternoon, we walk to the ancient city, Hoi An and visit different vital structures such as the Kwan Temple, Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, Tan Ky Old House, Japanese Cover Bridge, and the historical & cultural museums in Hoi An. Following our visit to the historical places, we move on to see the handicrafts at a local workshop before heading back to the hotel.
Overnight stay in Hoi An.Our day starts with a morning boat trip to the Thu Bon River. We soak in the tranquil riverside atmosphere. We arrive at the Thanh Ha pottery village where we explore and learn about the daily lives of the local people. We can observe all the steps involved in making pottery products such as vase, pot, kettle, cooking pot, et cetera. We visit the Kim Bong carpentry village and learn about the history of the town. Later, we visit the ship-building yards and catch a glimpse of various handicrafts and sculptures. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure.
Overnight in Hoi An.In the morning, we leave for Hue from Hoi An (127kms), on the way we briefly stop to visit the Marble Mountain and enjoy fresh air at My Khe beach. On the way to Hue City we travel through the Hai Van Pass, and take some pictures at the Lang Co beach. Later, we arrive in Hue and check-in at the hotel.
In the afternoon, we pay a visit to the Imperial Citadel of the Royal Dynasty of Nguyen Family (1802 - 1945) & Royal Antiques Museum which holds a collection of ornaments from the Nguyen dynasty. Next, we take a boat trip to the Thien Mu pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Hue.
Overnight in Hue.We start our day in the morning by having breakfast at the hotel. We visit the impressive King Khai Dinh Tomb. It is a perfect amalgamation of Western and Eastern construction. Minh Mang's Tomb is one of the most impressive, majestic and symmetrical architectural structures.
In the afternoon, we take a flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival, our tour guide will pick us up and transfer us to the hotel for check-in. We have free time for the rest of the day.
Overnight in Hanoi.We depart in the morning for Ha Long Bay, one of Vietnam's most impressive sights reflecting the scenic countryside. We head out of town on a boat for an exploration of the legendary Ha Long Bay and cruise amongst the bay's rocky formations and floating villages. As the sun sets, we enjoy dinner on board, and the boat will anchor at the bay for the night.
Overnight on a cruise.
Note: The itinerary of the journey is subject to change weather conditions without prior notice.We wake up early just as the sunlight filters through the mist and towers the rock formations, leaving us with a surreal memory of the Ha Long Bay. We enjoy breakfast and have an option to join a Tai Chi class on the boat's deck before disembarking and heading back to Hanoi.
Overnight in Hanoi.We are free at the leisure until we are transferred to the airport for our final departing flight.
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