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Day 1: Hanoi (arrival)
Welcome you arrives at Hanoi airport . Our driver welcomes and transfers you to hotel.
- Overnight at hotel in Hanoi
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Day 2: Hanoi (City tour – by Jeep car)
We begin our journey by picking you up from your hotel located in and around Hanoi Old Quarter. Our guide and driver will greet you at your hotel lobby or a meeting point and give you a safety briefing before we begin our adventure.
On the first part of our Hanoi Jeep Tours, we’ll expose you to the REAL HANOI and give you a day-in-the-life experience of the city. We’ll take you through parts of the city that other travel companies don’t usually venture into, including maze-like backstreets, tiny alleyways, local homes, schools, random markets, and black marketplaces. You’ll get to experience where and how locals live, work, and play. We don’t just show you the good side, but also the bad and weird sides of your destination. For us, the popular tourist sites are the tip of the iceberg, and the real destinations are hidden in the parts-unknown.
The second part of our Hanoi Jeep Tours takes you to pass by the MUST-SEE places of Hanoi, including the Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, the Tran Quoc Buddhist temples, the amazing Hanoi TRAIN-STREET, the enchanting French Quarter, the hustling and bustling Old Quarter, the romantic lakes of Hoan Kiem and West Lake, Hanoi Opera House, and the famous Long Bien bridge, etc.
Finally, our tour ends with food! We’ll take you to the Hidden Gem Cafe, where you can savor the tastiest, authentic, healthy, and organic dishes of Hanoi. We offer vegan and vegetarian options as well. Join Hanoi Jeep Tours and experience the beauty, culture, and authentic tastes of Hanoi.
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Day 3: Hanoi (Cooking class)
We will pick you up at your hotel back to our private villa away from tourist scene, with a lovely garden cafe full of trees. Then we’ll visit the local market, which is 5 minutes walk from our home, where you can experience the local market, learn about Vietnamese “buy-cook-eat same day” culture, also see local everyday activities.
Learn how to use fresh, local – high quality only ingredients. We’ll guide you through the art of balancing flavors, a cornerstone of Vietnamese cuisine, using both traditional and modern techniques, as well as tip & tricks to choose fresh ingredients, alternate components from your country for the dish.
Afterwards, you’ll enjoy the dishes you’ve created in our garden view cooking room, try local coffee & chill like a true Haoian.
Also we’re food lovers, who have eaten Vietnamese street food since childhood, we can share you shortlists of hidden gem places you can’t find anywhere else.
Menu (If you’d like specific dishes, please inform us at the time of booking) – you can request for vegan/vegetarian courses:
Nem rán Hà Nội (Hanoi fried spring roll)
Nem cuốn (Fresh summer roll)
Bún bò Nam Bộ (Beef noodle salad)
Bánh xèo (Sizzling pancake)
Bánh cuốn (Steamed rice rolls)
Bún chả (Bun cha)
Nộm đu đủ/Nộm hoa chuối (banana flower salad/papaya salad)
Phở chiên phồng (Deep Fried Pho Pillows)
Đậu sốt cà chua (Fried tofu with tomato sauce)
Gà rang gừng (Ginger chicken)
Thịt kho trứng cút (Braised pork & quail eggs)
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Day 4: Hanoi → Ha Long Bay
Morning, enjoy breakfast at hotel and depart for Halong Bay at approximately 8:00am.
Upon arrival in Halong Bay, we will board the vessel and partake in a delectable lunch. During the meal, we will cruise through thousands of stunning islands and islets. Following lunch, you may freshen up in your room before embarking on a visit to the Surprising Cave, kayaking, swimming, and other activities. Later, return to the vessel, get a drink and enjoy the picturesque sunset scenery in the bay. Halong photo.
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Day 5: Halong bay (one more night)
One more day in Halong bay. Scenic cruising to the most tranquil areas of Halong Bay. Get on an island for swimming, sunbathing… Spend another night aboard.
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Day 6: Halong bay → Hanoi → Hoi An
In the morning, breakfast will be served on board. We will then proceed to cruise to a Pearl Farm village and continue exploring the enchanting Halong Bay, navigating through numerous captivating islands and islets.
During lunch on board, we will make our way back to the pier before transferring back to Hanoi.
Take a flight to Danang city. We transfer you to Hoi An for your stay.
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Day 7: Hoi An (Coconut Jungle and Cooking class)
Your breakfast at hotel.
Around 8:00 – 08:30AM, Our driver will come and take you to join in class. A unique experience through the coconut forest in the heart of Hoi An old town, enjoy & experience how to prepare special foods. This tour will give visitors a great experience, especially the short vacation tourists in Hoi An, this is a perfect choice.
Highlight Attractions:
Going to experience a local colorful market how to deal with the local sellers and know all ingredients for the meals.
Take a paddle boat trip in a unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boat down the waterways of a coconut palm paradise. Enjoy a hands-on experience of traditional net fishing and “Purple Crabs” in the canal. Welcome drink and join the cooking class. Our chef will teach you traditional methods of how to cook 4 dishes of Vietnamese foods.After the lesson, you enjoy what you cooked and 4 prepared side dishes. Tour end, the tour guide will drop you off back at the hotel.
Note: We can cater to vegetarian & dietary requirements.
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Day 8: Hoi An (leisure)
Pick up from the train station for the transfer to the hotel in Hoi An.
Spend your leisure time in Hoi An.
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Day 9: Hoi An → Da Nang
Morning, enjoy breakfast at hotel. it’s your leisure time for walking around Hoi An.
Afternoon, we transfer you Da Nang. Rest of the day is your leisure time at beach in Da Nang.
Da Nang, one of the most popular destinations in Vietnam, is a vibrant coastal city in central Vietnam, known for its beautiful beaches, historical landmarks, delicious local cuisine, and friendly locals. The coastal area offers breathtaking views, beautiful landscapes and stunning beaches, which can be explored by bike or on foot.
- Overnight at hotel in Da Nang
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Day 10: Da Nang (Golden Bridge & Ba Na hills)
After breakfast at hotel, we will have a visit to Ba Na Hills. Take Cable Car, which gains 5 world scores, to Ba Na hills station. We will have some stops to visit some famous places: Vong Nguyet hills, Linh Ung pagoda, The Old Villas of French, Nginh Phong top, Le Nim Villas, Orchid Garden. Experience hill climbing train (first and unique funicular in Vietnam) and visit an old French cellar (Debay Ancient Wine Cellar), flower garden Le Jardin D’amour and Linh Ung Pagoda.
After lunch at a restaurant, explore the French village or join games at Fantasy Park, which is the third biggest indoor games zone in Vietnam. Afterwards, return to Da Nang city with a stop at Central Specialties Super Market for shopping.
- Overnight at hotel in Da Nang
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Day 11: Da Nang (leisure)
Enjoy breakfast at hotel. Spend your leisure time for relaxation at beach in Da Nang. You can also visit some famous places on your own and try local cuisine.
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Day 12: Danang → Ho Chi Minh
Morning, breakfast at hotel in Danang. Your leisure in Danang until we transfer you to the airport for flying to Ho Chi Minh.
Rest of the day is your leisure time to discover the city on your own.
- Overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh
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Day 13: Ho Chi Minh (visit Cu Chi tunnels)
Morning, breakfast at hotel.
We leave the city and drive 60km to Cu Chi, where you can delve into the intricate system of tunnels and explore the Cu Chi Tunnel, an impressive feat of engineering that played a significant role in the Vietnam War. Afterwards, enjoy tea, cassava (guerrilla’s food during the war). Once the tour is complete, we will make our way back to the city.
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Day 14: Ho Chi Minh (Mekong Delta)
Following breakfast at the hotel, we will depart from Ho Chi Minh and head towards Ben Tre. Our journey will include a boat trip along the Mekong River, during which we will visit a family-run business that exemplifies the idyllic rural lifestyle. We will also have the opportunity to stroll through the fruit plantation village.
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Day 15: Ho Chi Minh → Long Tan Nui Dat
Morning, enjoy breakfast at hotel.
Following pick up at your hotel at 8:00am, we’ll take a pleasant 1 and 1/2 hour drive to Ba Ria Central Market. On the way, we’ll stop to stretch our legs and pick up your local guide for the Long Tan – Nui Dat area. Your guide will give you an introduction to the Ba Ria area and history. Then, we’ll head to the Phuoc Long Tunnels, a 1.4km tunnel system where our guide will tell fascinating stories that illustrate the life of the Viet Cong during the wartime. He or she will also explain how the cashew nut grows. Vietnam is the largest producer and exporter of cashews in the world!
Step Back In Time In Nui Dat & Luscombe Airfield
Next, we’ll arrive in Nui Dat, or SAS Hill, the former base of the Australian Army. Our guide will illuminate the important history of this area, showing photos so that it is easy for you to remember or imagine this period in time. Then we’ll drive to Luscombe Airfield, which has been preserved in a small village. Our guide will tell you the stories associated with this significant site. Here, we’ll also have a chance to visit the kindergarten built by Australian Veterans.
Absorb The History Of The Battle Of Long Tan
We’ll continue on to the Long Tan Cross, the most emotional part of the tour. With flowers and incense, we’ll perform a ritual ceremony to show our respect for the people who passed away in this place. After this, we’ll view Horseshoe Hill from the main street because the area itself is protected due to bombs and landmines which still remain buried.
Take In The Sights In Vung Tau City
Leaving Nui Dat, we’ll head to the beach city of Vung Tau where we will enjoy a delicious lunch with a sea view. Then we’ll visit the must-see spots of Vung Tau, including a climb to the top of the lighthouse where we can view the whole city and the East Sea. Going back down, we’ll visit the last King Bao Dai’s White Palace.
The Adventure Isn’t Over Yet!
Before we head back to Ho Chi Minh City, we’ll have a chance to take a photo with the famous Statue of Jesus on top of the hill. We’ll return to HCMC around 5:00 pm and drop you off at your hotel or anywhere you would like to go within HCMC. Before farewell to our guide, please make sure you get some good recommendations from him/her on where to further explore the city
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Day 16. Ho Chi Minh → Nha Trang
Morning, breakfast at hotel. Your leisure time to explore the ancient town on your own.
Afternoon, transfer to Ho Chi Minh airport for flight to Nha Trang.
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Day 17. Nha Trang (Leisure)
Breakfast at hotel. Your leisure for relaxation at beach in Nha Trang.
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Day 18. Nha Trang (Leisure)
Breakfast at hotel. Your leisure for relaxation at beach in Nha Trang.
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Day 19. Nha Trang (Leisure)
Breakfast at hotel. Your leisure for relaxation at beach in Nha Trang.
- Overnight at hotel in Nha Trang
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Day 20. Nha Trang (Leisure) → Ho Chi Minh
Morning, enjoy breakfast at hotel. Spend your time at leisure in Nha Trang until we trasnfer you to airport for flight to Ho Chi Minh.
Upon arrival in Ho Chi Minh, transfer to hotel for check-in. Rest of the day is your leisure time to explore the city on your own.
- Overnight at hotel in Ho Chi Minh
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Day 21: Ho Chi Minh (departure)
Morning, your breakfast at hotel.
Your leisure time until we transfer you to airport for flight back to your country.
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