Vietnam & Sapa
Vietnam is a beautiful country with plenty to offer tourists. Rice fields of Sapa to the majestic temples of Hue, each scene leaving an indelible mark on our hearts. The stunning scenery and sandy beaches, to the delicious food and friendly people, there is much to love about this Southeast Asian nation. And with our Vietnam Family Tour, you can experience it all with your loved ones.
Day Wise Itinerary
DAY 01
Arrival HCMC - Cu Chi tunnels
Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat airport, you will be greeted by our Guide and Driver. This morning, you will visit Cu Chi Tunnel. The Cu Chi Tunnels are an immense network of interconnected tunnels near Saigon that are part of a much larger network lying below much of the country. A guided visit to these tunnels provides a better understanding of their history, the hardship of life underground and the resilience of the Vietnamese during combat. The tunnels were built and used initially by the Viet Cong guerrillas as hiding spots to protect them from the French air and ground sweeps. They later served as communication routes, storage facilities, hospitals and living quarters for the guerrilla fighters throughout the Vietnam-American war. You're invited to enter a section of the tunnels to witness the secrets of the tunnels firsthand. Your guide will also show you various mantraps employed from this period, the remains of an American tank and numerous B52 bomb craters. There is also the opportunity to fire an M60, M16 or AK47 rifle at the range next to the tunnel complex (at own cost). Check-in at hotel post Lunch.
(Universal check-in time is 1500 hrs. Early check-in not possible.)
Overnight stay at hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.
DAY 2
Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta
After breakfast, we take you to My Tho, the capital of Tien Giang Province. Situated on the Mekong River, 75 kilometers southeast of Ho Chi Minh City, the city is surrounded by orchards and rice fields, which produce grain for the entire country. Visit one or two of the islands that produce traditional handcrafts, coconut candy and bee farms. Visit the Vinh Trang Pagoda, the oldest one in the delta on your boat trip on the Mekong River. Later return to Ho Chi Minh City,
Overnight stay at hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.
DAY 03
Ho Chi Minh City Tour - Flight to Danang
Today enjoy orientation city tour of Ho Chi Minh City to discover the city, known as the ”Paris of the East”. Visit Independence Palace, also known at the Reunification palace, was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu. Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office. Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of the both the Indochina wars. After lunch, transfer to airport for boarding flight to Danang. Upon arrival in Danang, meet your local guide & transfer to city. Drop at Dragon Bridge for photo taking. Check-in & refresh.
Overnight stay at hotel in Da Nang.
DAY 04
Da Nang - Hoi An
This morning we do a full day excursion to Hoi An. On the way we drop to visit Marble Mountain (included one-way by lift) which was named after the ancient oriental philosophy including 5 elements creating universe: metal, wood, water, fire and earth. Reaching here, you will see the systems of caves. Besides, you also could enjoy the panorama of Danang beach and its city from the summit of mountain.
Continue visit Hoi An Ancient Town which was listed as a World Cultural Heritage by Unesco in 1999. It is a living museum of world-wide construction designs and urban lifestyle. From the 15th till the 20th century, Hoi An was an exclusive trading port between European and Asian businessmen. This is where Chinese, Japanese, and Portuguese traders have left their own, vestiges via diverse architecture patterns. To this day, Ancient Town Hoi An Vietnam remains notably well-preserved, almost in its original state, retaining its pure and oriental medieval style: Japanese Covered Bridge, The Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, Tan Ky Old House In evening, you explore the charming beauty of Hoi An at night. After 6 o’clock in the evening, as the old town lightened, it’s the time for paper lanterns with small candles inside twinkle so you could buy (on your own expenses) the candle lit paper flowers from little lovely girls who wear the Vietnamese traditional dress “Ao Dai” with conical hat and holding flat basket full of paper lanterns. Buy some and put them down on the Hoai River then make a wish. This is considered to bring you good luck and happiness. Next, you will have chance to see traditional game in Hoi An named: “Bai choi” which is crowded with people at night to play at the wide yard near the bridge to get more interesting experience. Beside, you could walk around the night APRket to buy some handmade souvenirs for your friends and relatives.
Overnight stay at hotel in Da Nang.
DAY 05
Da Nang – Ba Na Hills
After breakfast, transfer to Bana Hills and take Cable Car to Ba Na hills station. Stop at By Night station to visit Vong Nguyet hills, Linh Ung pagoda, The Old Villas of French. Continue moving up by cable car to the Nui Chua Mountain – the top of Ba Na range, visiting Ninh Phong top, Le Nim Villas, Orchid Garden, Golden Bridge. Local Lunch at restaurant. Then free to relax and play games at Fantasy Theme Amusement (almost normal games and 4D Movie already included in your tour package but only some games which have reward, you will pay the fee by yourself). After that you will take cable car back the foot and the driver picks up and transfers you to the restaurant for dinner and thereafter to hotel.
Overnight stay at hotel in Da Nang.
DAY 06
Danang – Flight to Ha Noi – City tour
Breakfast at hotel & check-out. Transfer to airport for boarding MORNING flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, you will be greeted by our Guide and Driver and transfer to Hanoi city center, enjoy Orientation City tour of Hanoi City with the visit to Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum & residence, One Pillar Pagoda and Temple of Literature (The 1st University of Vietnam). In evening, enjoy Water Puppet Show in Ha Noi
Overnight stay at hotel in Ha Noi.
DAY 07
Ha Noi - Halong Bay Cruise
After breakfast at the hotel, you will leave Hanoi to Ha Long bay with approximate 3 hours driving. Upon arrival at Ha Long, we will board our luxury junk boat for a delicious lunch while our Boat is cruising around hundreds of wonderful limestone formations arising from emerald green water. After lunch, cruise through the magnificent bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations and the crystal clear water. Later explore some of the small islets and relax on a white sandy beach before returning to the ship before dinner.
Note: (Meals on cruise will be local food because on cruise don’t have Indian chef. )
VEGETARIAN & JAIN FOOD options are available.)
Overnight stay on board on Cruise
DAY 08
HALONG BAY - HANOI – SAPA
Start the day with coffee, tea, and breakfast pastries served in the dining room. For those interested, it will be followed by a 30-minute instruction in tai chi on the sundeck. This morning we continue to cruise around the bay to find more secluded areas to either swim or kayak in. Light Lunch is served at mid-day. After brunch, return to the main harbor and transfer back to Hanoi airport then transfer to Sapa.
Overnight stay at hotel in Sapa
DAY 09
SAPA – GLASS BRIDGE – CAT CAT VILLAGE
After breakfast, transfer to Sapa by coach. Arrival sapa at middle-day. Lunch at restaurant, after lunch we will transfer you to visit Glass Bridge - is the longest Glass Bridge in Indochina. With the special design of the bridge, when you come here for cloud hunting, you may find out yourself dive deep into the cloud sea. First , visitors will go to the mountain and move up by the elevator 2 ways (it takes 10 minutes/way) from to the glass bridge located 300 m above the ground. Glass bridge was built far 60m from cliffs and glass corridors for visitors to stand for sightseeing, take pictures and experience the thrilling feel.
After lunch, following the road down to the valley by steps, walking to H’Mong Villagers (Cat Cat Village) working on the paddy fields and their animals, such as Chicken, Water Buffaloes and pot Bellied pigs. Hydro Electric Power Station which was built by the French time in early 20th century, and a beautiful waterfall that is the good place for resting.
Shopping at Sapa Minority People Market
Overnight stay at hotel in Sapa
DAY 10
SAPA – FANSIPAN – DEPARTURE
After breakfast, proceed to Fansipan Mountain. The world’s longest and highest cable car running up from sleepy Sapa Town in Lao Cai Province to the peak of 3,1 43-meter Fansipan Mountain, known as Indochina’s rooftop. First by 20-25mins Cable Car ride to 2800 meter level where huge Buddha Statue located then take a 2 ways Funicular to the peak of Fansipan. Enjoy the fresh air and beautiful view from the highest point of this incredible mountain.
Afternoon, transfer to airport for flight home!
Day Wise Itinerary
Day
01
Arrival
Upon arrival, enjoy hot Indian dinner at an Indian restaurant and afterwards check-in at your hotel.
Overnight stay at hotel in Paris.
-
Flights
-
-
Transfer
-
-
Dinner
-
-
Hotel Stay
Day
02
Paris – City tour
After Breakfast, leave your hotel to visit the greatest attraction of Paris – the Eiffel Tower (2nd level). Later visit Fragonard, a French perfume factory. Thereafter, proceed for an orientation city tour of Paris, which will take you through – Eiffel Tower, Arc of Triumph, Champs Elysees, Concorde Square, the Invalides, Grand Palais and Petit Palais, National Assembly, Church of Magdalena, Opera of Paris.
Today you also get to enjoy serene Seine River cruise.
Overnight stay at hotel in Paris.
-
Continental Breakfast
-
-
Sightseeing
-
-
Dinner
-
-
Hotel Stay
Day
03
Paris – [OPTIONAL: Disney Land]
After breakfast, day free for leisure.
OR
Visit the famous Euro-Disney [OPTIONAL]. A day full of action for the children as well as for adults of all ages. One day pass [Any one park] valid on all rides within Disneyland will be given to all passengers. Enjoy rides at Adventure World, Discovery Land, Frontier Land, Big Thunder Mountain, Cars Quatre Roues Rallye, Mad Hatter’s Tea Cups, USA Main Street & Fantasy Land.
Overnight stay at hotel in Paris.
-
Continental Breakfast
-
-
Sightseeing
-
-
Dinner
-
-
Hotel Stay
Day
04
Paris – Brussels [OPTIONAL: Mini Europe]
After breakfast, check out & proceed to Brussels – the capital of Belgium. Upon arrival, sit back and enjoy orientation tour of Brussels going through Atomium (only photostop), Grand Plac, Viceroy building, Brussels museum, Mannekins Pis etc. Take a whistle stop at Mini Europe [OPTIONAL] & view all the famous attractions in a miniature form. Enjoy shopping on your own for Belgium Chocolates and a must try –Belgium Waffles.
Overnight stay at hotel in Brussels.
-
Continental Breakfast
-
-
Sightseeing
-
-
Dinner
-
-
Hotel Stay
Day
05
Brussels - Amsterdam
After breakfast, check out & proceed to Amsterdam, known for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system and narrow houses with gabled facades, legacies of the city’s 17th-century Golden Age.
Visit Volendam – a traditional Dutch Village, known for its colorful wooden houses and the old fishing boats in its harbor, which is lined with seafood vendors and then visit the Cheese & Wooden shoe factory. [ SUNDAY CLOSED ]
In evening, enjoy a panoramic tour of Amsterdam through a canal cruise. Later, proceed to Eindhoven.
Overnight stay at hotel in Amsterdam.
-
Continental Breakfast
-
-
Sightseeing
-
-
Dinner
-
-
Hotel Stay
Day
06
Amsterdam - Cologne - Heppenheim
After breakfast, check out from hotel & proceed to Heppenheim. On our way to Heppenheim, first visit McArthurGlen Designer Outlet, Roermond – Europe’s leader in designer outlets. Later, Visit the famous Catholic cathedral in Cologne, a renowned monument of German Catholicism and Gothic architecture and was declared a World Heritage Site in 1996.
Overnight stay at hotel in Happenheim.
-
Continental Breakfast
-
-
Sightseeing
-
-
Dinner
-
-
Hotel Stay
Day
07
Heppenheim - Innsbruck
After breakfast, check out & proceed to Innsbruck. On the way drive through the famous Black Forest Region of Germany. Visit the Cuckoo Clock factory.
Later proceed to Innsbruck.
Overnight stay at hotel in Innsbruck.
-
Continental Breakfast
-
-
Sightseeing
-
-
Dinner
-
-
Hotel Stay
Day
08
Innsbruck - Switzerland
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and visit Swarovski Crystal garden at Wattens and engage yourselves into shopping for Crystals best known in the World. (Swarovski museum entry on your own).
Later, visit Schaffhausen to view the Rhine River falls – biggest fall in the continent of Europe (Boat Ride on your Own).
Further proceed to yet another beautiful country of Switzerland.
Overnight stay at hotel in Switzerland.
-
Continental Breakfast
-
-
Sightseeing
-
-
Dinner
-
-
Hotel Stay
Day
09
Switzerland – [OPTIONAL: Mt. Jungfrau with Interlaken]
After breakfast, day free for leisure.
OR
Enjoy a trip to magnificent Mt. Jungfrau [OPTIONAL]; enjoy a beautiful scenic drive ascend to Jungfrau in the Cog wheel train (the only rail to reach the height of 11000 feet). Enjoy fun rides in snow, Ice museum, shopping and 360-degree view of the Snow-Capped Alpine Mountains. Later enjoy free time at Interlaken, a town between the lakes and famous Bollywood shooting destination.
Overnight stay at hotel in Switzerland.
-
Continental Breakfast
-
-
Sightseeing
-
-
Dinner
-
-
Hotel Stay
Day
10
Switzerland – Mt Titlis
After breakfast, proceed to Engelberg, the base of Central Switzerland’s highest mountain. Enjoy cable car rides on the way up to Mt Titlis. Enjoy the different rides in the snow and also take the Cliff. Later, enjoy the City tour of Lucerne.
Overnight stay at hotel in Switzerland.
-
Continental Breakfast
-
-
Sightseeing
-
-
Dinner
-
-
Hotel Stay
Day
11
Departure
After breakfast, check out from hotel and proceed to the airport for your return flight.
-
Continental Breakfast
-
-
Transfer
-
-
Flights