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Vietnam holiday | Family holiday in enchanting Vietnam
Vietnam is one of the most beautiful countries in the Southeast Asian region and a wonderfully diverse destination for families to combine nature, culture and fun and educational activities with Vietnam 's many different landscapes . On this all-encompassing boutique family tour, you will visit the capital Hanoi and dive into local life with visits to lesser-known parts of the city and enjoy street tastings. A unique introduction to Vietnam! Of course, a visit to Halong Bay is not to be missed and you will enjoy an all-inclusive cruise taking you to the most beautiful spots of the bay. The trip continues to the cultural heart of the country, and you will visit Hoi An. Here you will be introduced to rural life, on the back of a Vintage Vespa! Just under 2.5 hours' drive away, Hue is the city where you visit the ancient Empire . Here you will also visit Thuy Bieu Village, a village symbolising the balance of harmony and the country's current development. You will fly to the south of the country and visit the economic heart of the country; Ho Chi Minh City (aka Saigon). The city's highlights and an educational visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels complete your trip through Vietnam. You will end your family trip on the tranquil but tropical Phu Quoc Island, where you can unwind before travelling back home.
Travel programme
Travel overview
- Day 1 Flight to Hanoi
- Day 2 Arrival in Hanoi
- Day 3 Hanoi Highlights
- Day 4 Halong Bay
- Day 5 Halong Bay and flight to Danang
- Day 6 The charm of Hoi An
- Day 7 The countryside around Hoi An
- Day 8 Transfer to Hue
- Day 9 Thuy Bieu Village
- Day 10 Flight to Ho Chi Minh City
- Day 11 Cu Chi Tunnels
- Day 12 The Mekong Delta
- Day 13 Can Tho by boat & bike
- Day 14 Journey to Phu Quoc
- Day 15 – 16 Beach party on Phu Quoc
- Day 17 Return journey
- Day 18 Arrival
Arrival in Hanoi
Welcome to Vietnam! After completing immigration formalities, you will meet your guide and travel to the centre of Hanoi. If you have an early check-in, you can have breakfast and check in first. Hanoi is a city with a unique, harmonious blend of ancient Vietnamese traditions and modern French style. Although Hanoi is a very chaotic city, it possesses an extremely elegant and graceful quality. The city has developed from its historic old quarter and grown into a metropolis of millions, where the connection between the existing (French) and modern architecture is strongly emphasised by the typical Vietnamese street life.
In the afternoon, you’ll meet your guide and take a stroll through the old part of the city, where you’ll be introduced to the delicious Northern Vietnamese cuisine! You’ll wander through the narrow alleys of the old town and sample a number of delicacies. You’ll visit people in their homes, eat street food and enjoy a wonderful cultural experience.
Tips from a Travel Specialist
The standard check-in time is 2.00 pm. If you would like to check in early, this is possible for an additional charge.
Included
- Meet & greet with your guide
- Private transfer to your accommodation in Hanoi
- Excursion: "Hanoi foodie tour" including English-speaking guide, transportation, snacks and drinks
- Overnight accommodation including breakfast
Not included
- Early check-in
Hanoi Highlights
A very enjoyable first day awaits you with your guide. Together with your guide, you’ll explore the highlights of Hanoi, visiting, amongst other places, the Ho Chi Minh Complex, the One Pillar Pagoda and the Museum of Ethnology. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to really soak up the atmosphere of the city. You’ll have the opportunity to have lunch on your own, after which, in the afternoon, you’ll delve a little deeper into local life and visit the Temple of Literature, Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son and the Tran Quoc Pagoda.
In the afternoon, you’ll visit ‘Train Street’ in the historic heart of the city. The street has earned this nickname because a railway track runs right through it. On both sides of the tracks, daily life goes on as normal, whilst a train passes right past people’s front doors several times a day. Take a seat in one of the cafés and wait for the next train to come by. It’s certainly an experience you won’t find anywhere else!
Included
- Excursion: "Hanoi Highlights" including English-speaking guide, transportation, and entrance fees
- Overnight accommodation including breakfast
Halong Bay
After breakfast, you’ll be taken by private transfer to Halong Pier, where you’ll board your cruise. The stunning seascape of Halong Bay, with its steep karst mountains rising dozens of metres above the jade-green water, is a mesmerising sight. This large inlet of the Gulf of Tonkin is dotted with nearly 2,000 islands. In 1994, UNESCO inscribed part of the bay on the World Heritage List. You will arrive at Halong Pier and board your cruise ship.
You’ll spend one night on board, enjoying a variety of activities. A two-day cruise is a particularly attractive option for families, featuring kayaking, swimming and visits to secluded beaches! After checking in, you’ll enjoy lunch and sail through the bay to your overnight anchorage. Along the way, you’ll pass the iconic rock formations of ‘Incense Burner’, ‘Dog Stone Islet’, ‘Fighting Cock Islet’ and ‘Three Coconuts Island’. You’ll stop at Tung Sau, where you’ll visit the largest pearl farm in the area. Finally, you’ll visit Ti Top Island with its beautiful sandy beaches for a lovely swim at sunset, after which you’ll sail to Lom Bo, where you’ll drop anchor.
Included
- Private transfer from Hanoi to Halong Bay pier with driver
- 2 days/1 night Pelican Cruise on a full-board basis, including excursions
Halong Bay and flight to Danang
Choose to wake up early and participate in morning Tai Chi lessons on deck, or lie in bed a little longer until breakfast is served on board.It will be a beautiful day and you will sail through the bay and make a stop at the Sung Sot cave, a huge cave with magnificent stalagmites and stalactites. After your visit, brunch is served aboard the boat and you slowly sail back to Halong pier, saying goodbye to the crew and meeting your driver for a transfer to Hanoi airport. After checking in, you will fly to central Vietnam and arrive in Danang in the early evening, from where you will drive to Hoi An. Here you will check in and have the evening at leisure.
Included
- Morning programme Pelican Cruise
- Private transfer to Hanoi airport
- Local flight from Hanoi to Danang (economy class)
- Private transfer to your accommodation in Hoi An
- Overnight accommodation including breakfast
The charm of Hoi An
Enjoy your breakfast and start a walking tour of Hoi An, also known as Faifo, with your guide. It is located on the coast of Vietnam's Central Sea. With about 120,000 inhabitants, Hoi An has been recognised as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The ancient city of Hoi An is an exceptionally well-preserved example of a Southeast Asian trading port from the 15th to the 19th century. The buildings and street plan reflect the influences, both indigenous and foreign, that combined to create this unique heritage site. Together with your guide, you will visit the Japanese Bridge, Thien Hau Temple, Hoian Market and Tan Ky House. Afterwards, you will be taken to a Lantern Workshop where you can make your own lantern with a local artist.
Included
- Excursion: 'Hiking tour Hoi An' including English-speaking guide and entrance fees
- Excursion: "Lantern Workshop" including English-speaking guide, guidance and souvenir
- Overnight accommodation including breakfast
The countryside around Hoi An
A fun-filled day awaits, as you hop on the back of a vintage Vespa scooter to explore the countryside around Hoi An. Together with your experienced driver, you’ll make your way along rural tracks to quiet villages. You’ll pass waterways and the beautiful rural landscape, where the locals watch you with curiosity. The first stop is at a bustling fresh fish market. Afterwards, you’ll travel on to the rice fields and the sleepy villages that surround them.
You’ll learn how to make the delicious rice crackers and noodles, before crossing the Thu Bon River for a break and lunch. You’ll then visit a duck farm and a family-run mat-weaving workshop. You’ll also pass by some prawn farms. Finally, you’ll arrive at the home of a local family who brew strong rice wine. You’ll return to Hoi An as the sun sets.
Included
- Excursion: "Vespa tour of the countryside" including English-speaking guide, transport, helmet, driver, lunch and donations
- Overnight accommodation including breakfast
Transfer to Hue
After breakfast, you’ll travel by private transfer to Hue, which is about a 2.5-hour drive away. The journey follows the coast for part of the way and crosses the Hai Van Pass, a route offering stunning views of the beaches of Danang. Upon arrival in Hue, you will check in and take some time to enjoy lunch (not included).
In the afternoon, your local guide will take you to the Imperial City. Hue is home to a vast complex of palaces, temples and other buildings that served as the seat of the Nguyen dynasty, Vietnam’s last imperial dynasty. The Citadel is divided into several sections, each with its own specific function. The most important part is the Forbidden Purple City, the private residence of the emperor and his family. Other notable structures within the Imperial Citadel include the Hall of Supreme Harmony, the Nine Sacred Cannons and the Royal Library, which houses a collection of ancient manuscripts and books.
Included
- Private transfer to Hue incl. stops at Hai Van Pass
- Excursion: "Hue Citadel" including English-speaking guide and entrance fees
- Overnight accommodation including breakfast
Thuy Bieu Village
At around 8.30 am, you will be picked up to begin a boat and cycle tour to Thuy Bieu. The tour takes you across the Perfume River and past lush orchards and village paths. Thuy Bieu is an ancient village known as a symbol of transition and harmony. The village is an example of well-applied Feng Shui and is home to several well-preserved authentic houses and buildings.
You will also find several original monuments closely linked to the rise and fall of the Nguyen dynasties, such as the Tiger Arena in the style of the Roman Colosseum, the unique temple cemetery, and the ancient bronze-casting village. Following this lovely morning, you will continue in the afternoon with a visit to the Minh Mang Tomb, which is the finest surviving tomb of one of the former emperors of the Nguyen Dynasty. After your visit, you will return to the hotel.
Included
- Excursion: "Thuy Bieu Village and Minh Mang Tomb" including English-speaking guide, boat tour, bicycle and helmet, local transport and lunch
- Overnight accommodation including breakfast
Flight to Ho Chi Minh City
You will leave Hue and travel by transfer to Hue airport for a domestic flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Once you arrive in Ho Chi Minh City, you will be picked up and transferred to your hotel by your local guide and driver. You will start the afternoon with a visit to the heart of Saigon to see some of the city's classic sights. First, see the French architectural influences of the famous Saigon post office and the magnificent Notre Dame Cathedral, before ending with a short history lesson outside the striking Independence Palace. You will be dropped off at your hotel after the tour and have the rest of the afternoon entirely at leisure.
Included
- Private transfer to Danang airport
- Local flight from Danang to Ho Chi Minh City (economy class)
- Private transfer to your accommodation in Ho Chi Minh City
- Excursion: "The heart of Ho Chi Minh City" including English-speaking guide, transportation, and entrance fees
- Overnight accommodation including breakfast
Cu Chi Tunnels
You’ll be collected from your hotel early in the morning and travel in a special way (in a small international group) to the Cu Chi tunnels. You’ll travel across the water in modern speedboats, and a light breakfast will be served on board. You’ll experience life along the banks of the Saigon River. Later in the morning, you’ll arrive at the historic Cu Chi tunnels. These tunnels gained significant historical importance during the Vietnam War and offer visitors an insight into the country’s wartime history.
The Cu Chi tunnels were built by the Viet Cong, the communist guerrilla fighters who fought against American and South Vietnamese forces during the Vietnam War. The tunnel system served as a base for military operations and provided shelter, communication routes, supply lines and strategic advantages for the Vietcong fighters. You will return to your hotel in the early afternoon to relax or to explore the city further at your leisure.
Included
- Excursion: "Cu Chi Tunnels by speedboat" including English-speaking guide, transportation, breakfast and entrance fees (join in)
- Overnight accommodation including breakfast
The Mekong Delta
After breakfast, you’ll meet your local guide and board the transfer for a journey to the Mekong Delta. You’ll begin your journey through the delta with a short visit to the floating market at Cai Be. By rowing boat, you’ll travel along small canals deeper into the Mekong Delta. You’ll cross over to An Bình Island and have lunch with a local host family. After lunch, you’ll stroll through the orchard and enjoy a cup of tea whilst listening to traditional music played especially for you in the old house.
Continue your walk through the local village and visit the local workshop to see how rice paper, coconut sweets and puffed rice are made. You can also hop on a bike if you fancy a ride through the area. The village paths are perfect for soaking up the local way of life. You’ll sail on to the town of Vinh Long, where you’ll disembark and check into your hotel.
Included
- Private transfer to Cai Be pier
- Excursion: "Cruise through the Delta" including English-speaking guide, transportation, lunch, local snacks and tea
- Private transfer to your accommodation in Vinh Long
- Overnight accommodation including breakfast
Can Tho by boat & bike
You can choose to wake up early to see the local market of Cai rang in full swing. You will enjoy a morning boat ride to Cai Rang's floating market. Here you will see a very different way of trading, with fruit and vegetables being thrown from one boat to another, literally. After this interesting observation, you will visit the fruit orchard and noodle factory and take a short bike ride through the town of Can Tho, a typical Mekong Delta town where old and new mix harmoniously. You will return to the hotel for a free afternoon.
Included
- Excursion: "Can Tho by boat and bike" including English-speaking guide, transport, bike and helmet and entrance fees
- Overnight accommodation including breakfast
Trip to Phu Quoc
You will leave the city after breakfast to conclude your Vietnam trip with a lovely peaceful beach visit. The next few days are completely free for you to enjoy the tropical beaches of Phu Quoc. You will travel from your hotel to Rach Gia pier at the appointed time. Here, you will board the speed ferry to Phu Quoc island. Once you arrive on Phu Quoc, you will meet a local hotel representative who will take you to the hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is at your leisure.
Included
- Private transfer to Rach Gia pier
- Ferry (speed ferry) to Phu Quoc Island
- Private transfer to your accommodation on Phu Quoc
- Overnight accommodation including breakfast
Beach getaway on Phu Quoc
Phu Quoc is an island located in the Gulf of Thailand, off the coast of Vietnam and Cambodia. It is Vietnam's largest island and covers an area of about 574 square kilometres. The island is known for its beautiful beaches, clear waters and lush tropical forests, making it an ideal destination for you to unwind and enjoy all that the tropics have to offer before returning to the Netherlands.
Included
- Overnight stays including breakfast
Accommodations
AIRA Boutique Hanoi Hotel & Spa
AIRA Boutique Hanoi Hotel & Spa is a luxury 4-star hotel nestled in the lush, tree-lined charming charming Tran Phu street, within walking distance of Hanoi's picturesque Old Quarter. Accommodation consists of 60 luxury guest rooms, each equipped with wireless internet, air conditioning, a...
AIRA Boutique Hanoi Hotel & Spa is a luxury 4-star hotel nestled in the lush, tree-lined charming charming Tran Phu street, within walking distance of Hanoi's picturesque Old Quarter. Accommodation comprises 60 luxurious guest rooms, each equipped with wireless internet, air conditioning, a TV, desk and in-room safe. Guests can enjoy dinner at the hotel's restaurant, relax with a refreshing drink at the bar, or stay in and take advantage of room service. Additional amenities include a bakery and coffee bar, a spa service, a boutique shop, a gym and a year-round infinity pool.
Your stay: 2 nights
Halong Glory Legend Cruise
Pelican Glory offers travellers a cruise to the most beautiful destinations in the Bay of Wonders. The cruise ship blends contemporary style with rustic, classic East Asian design. The cruise ship features a variety of cabins, all equipped with air conditioning, TVs and minibars. Guests can relax on the sun deck...
Pelican Glory offers travellers a cruise to the most beautiful destinations in the Bay of Wonders. The cruise ship blends contemporary style with rustic, classic East Asian design. The cruise ship features a variety of cabins, all equipped with air conditioning, TVs and minibars. Guests can enjoy the natural scenery of Halong Bay on the sun deck. Other amenities include a spa with high-end treatments and a restaurant serving Vietnamese cuisine.
Your stay: 1 night
Victoria Hoi An Beach Resort & Spa
Located on the coast of Central Vietnam, Hoi An is listed on UNESCO's World Heritage List. This former important trading centre offers a unique blend of local and foreign influences. Victoria Hoi An Beach Resort & Spa is a 4-star hotel with an outdoor shower and an outdoor swimming pool for guests. In...
Located on the coast of Central Vietnam, Hoi An is listed on UNESCO's World Heritage List. This former important trading centre offers a unique blend of local and foreign influences. Victoria Hoi An Beach Resort & Spa is a 4-star hotel with an outdoor shower and an outdoor swimming pool for guests. International dishes are served at the restaurant. Guests at Victoria Hoi An Beach Resort & Spa can make use of a tour information desk, a safe deposit box and a currency exchange and services such as laundry, dry cleaning and room service. It is 30 km from Danang International Airport and just 5 km from the ancient town of Hoi An, facing Thu Bon River on one side and Cua Dai beach on another. The resort is a replica of a traditional fishing village with small streets, water ponds and village houses with sounding roofs, offering a warm and soothing environment.
Your stay: 3 nights
Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel & Spa
Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel offers a comfortable stay in Hue, Vietnam. The hotel has 198 rooms divided into seven categories. The architecture ensures that each room offers an external view of one of Vietnam's most attractive cities. The interior design is a fusion of imperial splendour,...
Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel offers a comfortable stay in Hue, Vietnam. The hotel has 198 rooms divided into seven categories. The architecture ensures that each room offers an external view of one of Vietnam's most attractive cities. The interior design is a fusion of imperial splendour, colonial charm and modern sophistication. You can spend time in the gym, cool off in the garden pool and pamper yourself in the spa.
Your stay: 2 nights
Liberty Central Saigon Riverside
The Liberty Central Saigon Riverside Hotel is located on Ton Duc Thang street, along the Saigon River. There is a romantic, peaceful atmosphere here. The hotel is close to the commercial centre as well as within walking distance of many of the city's prominent attractions.
Your stay: 2 nights
Victoria Can Tho Resort
The only luxury hotel in the centre of the Mekong Delta, the four-star Victoria Can Tho Resort combines colonial architecture with the natural beauty of the river. This oasis of calm is located on the banks of the Hau River, amid gardens with an abundance of exotic plants. The rooms are all...
The only luxury hotel in the centre of the Mekong Delta, the four-star Victoria Can Tho Resort combines colonial architecture with the natural beauty of the river. This oasis of tranquillity sits on the banks of the Hau River, amid gardens with an abundance of exotic plants. The rooms are all designed with wooden floors, authentic Vietnamese décor and a balcony with spectacular views of the river, pool or garden. Each room combines the elegance of traditional artefacts and the comfort of an international standard hotel. Other resort facilities include a spa, a fine-dining restaurant and a bar.
Your stay: 2 nights
Green Bay Phu Quoc Resort & Spa
Located in Kien Giang province, Vietnam, Green Bay Phu Quoc Resort & Spa offers luxury accommodation in lush green surroundings and just steps from the beach. The resort offers a variety of comfortable bungalows and villas equipped with air conditioning,...
Located in Kien Giang province, Vietnam, Green Bay Phu Quoc Resort & Spa offers luxury accommodation in lush green surroundings and just steps from the beach. The resort offers a variety of comfortable bungalows and villas equipped with air conditioning, ceiling fans, minibars, LCD TVs, Wi-Fi, hairdryers and other conveniences. Each accommodation has a beautiful terrace where guests can relax and unwind while enjoying spectacular views. Guests can enjoy a gourmet dining experience, including breakfast, lunch and dinner at a choice of two on-site restaurants. Other facilities include a swimming pool, a gym and the Sim Valley Spa.
Your stay: 3 nights
Experiences
Cu Chi tunnels
With this half-day tour, you will visit the famous Cu Chi tunnels near Ho Chi Minh city. A driver and guide will pick you up at your hotel. The tunnels can be found 75 kilometres northwest of Ho Chi Minh city, in an area that played a major role during the Vietnam War. More than 200 kilometres of...
With this half-day tour, you will visit the famous Cu Chi tunnels near Ho Chi Minh city. A driver and guide will pick you up at your hotel. The tunnels can be found 75 kilometres northwest of Ho Chi Minh city, in an area that played a major role during the Vietnam War. More than 200 kilometres of underground tunnels were built here by the Vietnamese guerillas. You will have the chance to admire the bedrooms, meeting rooms, hideouts and kitchens. You will get a good impression of life underground in this extraordinary tunnel complex.
Mekong Delta boat trip near Can Tho
You’ll begin your journey through the delta with a brief visit to the floating market at Cai Be. You’ll travel by rowing boat along small canals deeper into the Mekong Delta. You’ll cross over to An Bình Island and have lunch with a local host family. After lunch, you’ll stroll through the orchard and enjoy a cup of tea whilst…
You’ll begin your journey through the delta with a short visit to the floating market at Cai Be. By rowing boat, you’ll travel along small canals deeper into the Mekong Delta. You’ll cross over to An Bình Island and have lunch with a local host family. After lunch, you’ll stroll through the orchard and enjoy a cup of tea whilst listening to traditional music played especially for you in the old house.
Continue your walk through the local village and visit the local workshop to see how rice paper, coconut sweets and puffed rice are made. You can also hop on a bike if you fancy a ride through the area. The village paths are perfect for soaking up the local way of life.
Destinations
Hanoi
Vietnam's capital is also the country's most atmospheric and alluring city, with its wide boulevards and ancient pagodas - a distinguished blend of French colonialism and Asian grace and tradition. Enjoy a stroll around the lively Old Quarter with its narrow streets and visit the Hanoi Night Market on Saturdays and Sundays. Other places to visit include the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, the Perfume Pagoda Temple complex and the Hanoi Opera House located in the heart of the French Quarter.
Vietnam
Hoi An
Hoi An, on the coast of central Vietnam, is enchanting. Once a bustling port city, Hoi An boasts a colourful mix of French, Chinese and Japanese-inspired architecture. It is characterised by its many canals, bridges and temples. A nice bonus is that cars are not permitted on the main streets. The waterfront is very lively, with boutique hotels, restaurants and craft shops. Be sure to visit the ruins of My Son Sanctuary, an ancient Hindu temple complex.
Quang Nam Province
Sandwiched between dense forested terrain and the shimmering blue sea lies the central Vietnamese province of Quang Nam. An exciting mix of eras and styles, travellers to this diverse destination can explore the bustling cities, admire the ornate architecture, visit charming temples, sunbathe on the golden shores and taste the famous Quang noodle. Home to two awe-inspiring UNESCO World Heritage Sites, history buffs and the culturally curious can visit the historically charming Old Town of Hoi An, recognised for its exceptionally well-preserved examples of traditional Southeast Asian buildings; and the sacred My Son, a fascinating complex of partially destroyed Hindu temples built between the 4th and 14th centuries. Sights not to be missed include the Japanese Covered Bridge, Tan Ky's Old House, Terracotta Park, Thac Grang and the Marble Mountains.
Hue
The former capital is the cultural and religious centre of Vietnam and achieved Unesco's World Heritage List in 1993. The city owes its charm partly to its location on the Perfume River, but more importantly, to its many ancient temples and palaces, the remnants of the last surviving Vietnamese; Nguyen dynasty. The 19th-century Hue Citadel (also known as the Imperial City) is very impressive. There are also numerous other shrines and stupas scattered along the riverbank, including the Thien Mu pagoda with its octagonal tower. You can also eat exceptionally well at one of the city's many restaurants.
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon) is bursting with energy. Highlights include the bustling Ben Thanh Market and the Nha Hang Ngon Market, where you can sample traditional street food from one of the many food stalls set amidst a leafy garden. Other notable sights include Notre-Dame Basilica, the Jade Emperor Pagoda, the War Remnants Museum, and the Khanh Van Nam Vien Pagoda.
The city features a distinct blend of both American and Chinese influences. It is a modern, developed city that has not lost its Vietnamese character. Modern skyscrapers interspersed with Chinese-style pagodas, market stalls and street vendors trying to sell their wares make Saigon the most dynamic city in Vietnam.
Can Tho
Can Tho is located on the southern bank of the Hau River in the Mekong Delta. Can Tho offers rural tranquillity and gently developing urban infrastructure. The city is known for its many canals. Visit the lively waterfront or stroll through the narrow streets to the beautiful gardens and Buddhist pagodas. Visit the floating market by boat for an authentic experience.
Phu Quoc
Phu Quoc is an island in southern Vietnam, just off the coast of Cambodia in the Gulf of Thailand. It is known for its white sandy beaches and resorts, which are mainly situated on the south-west coast of the island. More than half of the island is taken up by Phu Quoc National Park, featuring rugged mountains, dense tropical jungle and abundant wildlife. Duong Dong is the largest town, where you’ll find lively markets selling local produce.
The white beaches, unspoilt nature and palm trees make the island the perfect way to round off your trip through Vietnam or a welcome break from the region’s bustling cities.
Phu Quoc can be reached by speedboat from Rach Gia or by plane from Ho Chi Minh City.
Mekong River Delta
The Mekong Delta in southern Vietnam consists of a 60,000 km network of connected waterways stretching across three Vietnamese provinces. This lush, tropical delta is dominated by Southeast Asia's most powerful river, the Mekong. Exploring these rivers and their numerous tributaries is, of course, ideal by boat. The area is full of small artisan villages, Khmer pagodas, beautiful mangroves, picturesque orchards and some remarkable floating markets.
Ha Tien
Ha Tien is a large town in Kien Giang Province in Southern Vietnam at the western end of the Mekong Delta close to the Cambodian border. Set on the coast, where the river meets the sea, the town has a languid charm, with crumbling colonial villas and a lively riverside market. The bustling waterfront area is lined with plenty of restaurants serving everything from hot pot to noodle soup and seafood. In the immediate vicinity of the town are many beaches and rocky coves, as well as romantic lakes and isolated islands. There are also some interesting limestone formations and many caves, some of which have been converted into interesting make-shift temples.
My Tho
My Tho is the capital of the Vietnamese province of Tiền Giang and a key gateway to the beautiful Mekong Delta. This important market town lies on the northern bank of the Mekong River and boasts a number of nearby offshore islands that can easily be visited on short trips. The city’s convenient location relative to Ho Chi Minh City makes it a popular destination for day trips for travellers seeking peaceful riverside life, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Must-see attractions include a lively morning market and the sprawling Vinh Trung Pagoda with its three impressive Buddha statues
Ky Son
Situated just an hour outside Hanoi, Ky Son rests in an idyllic rural setting. This picturesque hamlet is part of the historic Duong Lam Village, home to a collection of ancient traditional houses, some over 200 years old. Surrounded by farmlands and lush paddy fields, this is the perfect setting to enjoy a leisurely cycle or hop on a fascinating tea-harvesting tour. Visitors who venture to Ky Son can enjoy a truly authentic Vietnamese cultural experience, from the local food and scenic landscapes to the heritage buildings that line the streets. The undeniable highlight of this village is the Moon Garden Homestay, a unique establishment that preserves the architecture and culture of traditional Vietnamese villages, where visitors can enjoy traditional rural activities, including learning how to cook Vietnamese food.
Vietnam holiday | Family holiday in enchanting Vietnam
We offer the described trip from €4,115 per person, based on a group of four (two adults, one child over 12 and one child under 12).
The tour price is indicative and is subject to availability and the travel period, amongst other factors.
Included
• Domestic flights
• Accommodation in high-quality and distinctive lodges and hotels
• Full-board cruise in Halong Bay
• All meals as specified in the ‘itinerary’
• All excursions as mentioned in the ‘itinerary’, including a Vespa tour in Hoi An, a street food tour in Hanoi and a Mekong Delta cruise
• All necessary private transfers as mentioned
• Meet & Greet on arrival
• Entrance fees where applicable
• National Geographic or similar travel guide
• Administration fees (€50 per booking)
Positive impact of your trip:
• Contribution of €50 per person towards a positive impact via the Avila Foundation
• Carbon-free excursions by bike and on foot
Not included
• Intercontinental flights
• Room category upgrade
• Travel and/or cancellation insurance
• Vietnam visa fees
• Tourist tax (where applicable)
• Seat reservations
• Personal expenses/tips
• Any departure tax when leaving the destination
• Entrance fees, where applicable
• Meals not specified and optional excursions
• Contribution to the Calamity Fund (€2.50 per booking)
• SGR contribution (€5 per person)