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Departures: Every Tuesday of the year.

Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta - Hoi An - Da Nang - Hue - Hanoi - Halong Bay

A trip that incorporates the highlights and essentials of Vietnam. A perfect trip for those seeking a deeper understanding of the country in a relatively short time. This incredible country will come alive as you meet local people and immerse yourself in their culture. This tour will take you to the vibrant city of Ho Chi Minh City, the charming city of Hoi An, the ancient capital of Hue, Vietnam's cultural capital, Hanoi, and the stunning Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

9 Days / 8 Nights
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  • Local flights: Ho Chi Minh City-Da Nang and Hue-Hanoi
  • Transfers, visits, and excursions as described in the itinerary, in regular service with local Spanish-speaking guides, except on board the Halong Bay cruise where guides are not permitted; clients will be assisted by the ship's crew in English.
  • 5 lunches at local restaurants (drinks not included).
  • 2 nights hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, with breakfast.
  • 2 nights hotel in Hoi An, with breakfast.
  • 1 night hotel in Hue, with breakfast.
  • 2 nights hotel in Hanoi, with breakfast.
  • 1 night cruise in Halong Bay (with lunch, dinner, and brunch) (drinks not included).
  • Entrance fees to the sites detailed in the itinerary.
  • One bottle of water and refreshing towel per day. Excursion.
  • Plus travel assistance insurance.
  • Scheduled international flights.
  • Tips.
  • Optional insurance.
  • Vietnam visa processing fee (USD 40 per person, single entry).
  • Vietnam visa fee (USD 25 per person, single entry).
  • Drinks during lunch, dinner, and brunch.
  • In general, any extra services not specified above, such as special meals, personal expenses, or anything else not specified as included.

- MANAGEMENT FEES - From the moment the booking is made €30 / booking

- FLIGHTS (INTERNATIONAL AND LOCAL): 100% penalty from the moment the airline tickets are issued. Date and name changes not permitted.

- LAND SERVICES:

Cancellations received up to 36 days prior to the service start date will not incur a penalty.

Cancellations received between 35 and 25 days prior to the service start date will incur a penalty of 30% of the total service cost.

Cancellations received between 24 and 10 days prior to the service start date will incur a penalty of 50% of the total service cost.

Cancellations received between 9 and 4 days prior to the service start date will incur a penalty of 75% of the total service cost.

Cancellations received from 3 days prior to the service start date will incur a penalty of 100%.

-Guaranteed departures from 2 passengers, with arrival in Hanoi every Wednesday of the year

-The deadline for booking requests for this tour or extra services will be 15 days prior to arrival in Vietnam for guaranteed departures and 30 days prior for non-guaranteed departures (private services). After this deadline, any new booking, change, or added service will incur an emergency handling fee. Requests for changes or additional services cannot be guaranteed after the booking deadline.

-Night Transfers (hotel/airport/hotel): Transfers for international flights arriving or departing between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM will incur a surcharge.

-Delays in International Flight Arrivals: In the event of a delay of more than 3 hours on arrival flights at the destination airports, a surcharge will be applied to cover the waiting time for the guide and vehicle. Payment is made directly at the destination.

-Depending on the departure time of the return flight from Hanoi to your home city, there may not be enough time to complete the planned excursion that day.

If the client chooses to purchase a flight departing before 5:00 PM, they will not have enough time to complete the activity, and there will be no refund.

-Free Time: During free time, clients will not have access to transportation or a local guide.

-Possible Route Change: Our representative in Vietnam has the right to modify the program for the client's benefit or due to force majeure. The itinerary is subject to change depending on the flights chosen by the client, as well as weather conditions.

-Possible Changes to Accommodations: If it is not possible to confirm the planned hotels for any of the departures, the client will be offered an alternative within the same contracted category.

-Regarding accommodations, please note that there is no official hotel rating system in Vietnam. The hotel categories offered in this program are for guidance only, comparing them to categories in Europe; they are not official categories.

-Triple Rooms

: Triple cabins are not available on Halong Bay cruises. Guests who have booked a triple room will have one double cabin and one single cabin during the cruise. Triple rooms in hotels generally only have two beds.

-Breakfast included in hotels has assigned times according to each hotel's policies, generally between 6:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Outside of these times, guests will forfeit this service. Room service and breakfast bags are available at an additional cost.

-Early arrival at the hotel on the first day of travel does not guarantee room availability. Standard check-in times apply unless additional nights are purchased to guarantee immediate access to the rooms. Rooms are generally available from 3:00 PM. Check-out time is between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Room availability outside of these hours will incur an extra charge. Please inquire for details.

-Luggage: In case of lost luggage by the airlines, it is the passenger's responsibility to file a claim and contact the airline directly to arrange for delivery or any applicable compensation. Luxotour will not be responsible for any claims related to lost or damaged luggage.

-Persons with Reduced Mobility: Some locations, hotels, and transportation options are not wheelchair accessible. Please check and notify us before making your reservation. Any additional expenses for assistance required throughout the tour will be the responsibility of the client.

-Special Diets: Cases of food intolerances (allergies, celiac disease, vegetarian food, etc.) must be communicated before arrival in Vietnam, although it is not possible to guarantee any type of special diet or menu.

-Consumer Withdrawal: The tour is sold as a fixed package, therefore there will be no refund or discount for services that clients decide not to use or in which they cannot participate due to personal or medical reasons, flight schedules, or other events.

-Conduct During the Trip: If a passenger's attitude jeopardizes the operation of the tour and/or causes discomfort to the rest of the group, they will be obliged to leave the tour without any discount or refund for the services they cannot use.

-Credit Card: Generally, hotels They require the passenger to provide a credit card or cash deposit as a guarantee to facilitate services such as telephone calls, extras in bars and restaurants, minibar, laundry, room service charges, etc.

-Personal Documentation and Entry Requirements for Vietnam: It is the client's responsibility to inform themselves about the current entry and exit regulations of the country they are traveling to, as well as to carry the personal documents required by the authorities. Luxotour assumes no responsibility in this regard. Please note that visa regulations, health requirements, transit and entry requirements vary from country to country and may be subject to change at short notice.

The prices published for children are only valid for children under 12 years of age and always sharing a room with two adults. From 12 years old they pay as an adult. Maximum 1 child per room.

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Day 1: HO CHI MINH

Arrival at Ho Chi Minh City International Airport (formerly Saigon) and transfer to the hotel. Free time until check-in (rooms are generally not available before 3:00 PM). Overnight stay. Recommendation: For this free afternoon, we recommend booking a relaxing massage, having coffee or a drink at Landmark 81 or Bitexco (the tallest towers in Saigon), or participating in a Vietnamese cooking class.

What will you see today?

Ho Chi Minh

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Day 2: HO CHI MINH – MEKONG DELTA – HO CHI MINH

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for the Mekong Delta, one of Vietnam's most famous destinations, where local life has flowed since ancient times. This spectacular delta is located about two hours by road from the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival in My Tho/Ben Tre, we board a boat that will take us for approximately an hour and a half through narrow canals, surrounded by dense vegetation, to the heart of the Delta with its market and floating houses, its excellent cuisine, and its lush tropical landscapes. You will discover a completely different world, where life revolves around the Mekong River. Throughout the day, you will have the opportunity to sample many local products, such as exotic fruits grown in the Delta's orchards and coconut candies made in family-run factories. Upon reaching the riverbank, we will take a ride through the village in a traditional horse-drawn cart (Xe Loi) to get a closer look at the area's features. Next, we'll take a rowboat through the narrow canals framed by coconut palms and lush tropical vegetation. Lunch will be at a local restaurant, followed by a return to Ho Chi Minh City by road. In the afternoon, we'll visit Ho Chi Minh City, still called Saigon by many locals, where we'll first see the historic Reunification Palace (exterior view only) and the old Central Post Office with its impressive architecture. We'll then stroll along Nguyen Hue pedestrian street, where the municipal buildings, the Ho Chi Minh statue, and the City Hall are located. This concludes our tour of Ho Chi Minh City. Accommodation.

Recommendation: For your free time after the visit, we suggest having an authentic Vietnamese "cafetito" (coffee), enjoying the sunset, experiencing the bustling city scene, its businesses and friendly people, shopping at the Takashima Mall, exploring the Ben Thanh Market, attending the A O Show at the Opera House, or enjoying a wonderful dinner cruise on the Saigon River.

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Mekong Delta

Ho Chi Minh

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Day 3: HO CHI MINH – CU CHI TUNNELS – HOI AN

After breakfast at the hotel, depart on an excursion to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, an impressive network of underground tunnels stretching over 200 kilometers, which served as the base of operations for the Viet Cong guerrillas during the Vietnam War. Return to Ho Chi Minh City for lunch at a local restaurant. Transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, transfer directly to Hoi An. Check in to your hotel. In the evening, transfer to the Hoai River for a boat tour. This river holds special significance for the people of Hoi An, having witnessed many events in Vietnam throughout the years. As night falls, the streets are illuminated with lanterns and colorful lights, and lanterns are released into the water for good fortune. The city takes on a new, luminous, and mysterious appearance. After the river tour, disembark and enjoy free time to explore the city and return to your hotel independently. Overnight stay.

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Cuchi Tunnels

Hoi An

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Day 4: HOI AN

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for a panoramic tour of Hoi An, a major Asian trading port in the 17th and 18th centuries, whose architecture and relaxed lifestyle have changed little in recent years. Arrival in the Old Town, from where we will begin our walking tour through the old town center to visit Phung Hung (Old Merchant House), the over 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, the Phuc Kien Hall, the old Tan Ky House with its traditional architecture, and the Sa Huynh History Museum. Lunch at a local restaurant. Free afternoon to enjoy the beach, stroll through the colorful central market, or do some shopping. Overnight stay.

Recommendations: For this free afternoon, we suggest enjoying the beach, visiting My Son or Tra Que Village, visiting the Hand Bridge, or having a coffee in the Old Town.

What will you see today?

Hoi An

Japanese bridge in Hoi An

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Day 5: HOI AN – DA NANG – HUE

After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Da Nang, where you can admire its idyllic beaches. We will also visit the Linh Ung Pagoda with its stunning panoramic views of the city and the enchanting coastline of the Son Tra Peninsula. Continue by road to Hue, the former imperial capital of Vietnam, via the Hai Van Pass ("Ocean of Clouds" in Vietnamese) and the picturesque Lang Co Beach. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and transfer to the hotel for check-in. In the afternoon, visit the Thien Mu Pagoda (Heavenly Lady), the symbol of Hue, built in 1601 between a river and a pine forest on the banks of the famous Perfume River. Before returning to the hotel, explore the vibrant Dong Ba Market, an important site for the people of Hue and a place to experience Vietnamese life. Accommodation.

Recommendations: For your free time, we suggest taking a cycle tour, booking a traditional massage, or visiting the night market.

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Da Nang

Ling Ung Pagoda

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Day 6: HUE – HANOI

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for a panoramic tour of the imperial city of Hue, the former capital of the country for over 140 years. We will discover its rich historical past and glorious monumental jewels scattered within its walls. Visit the Imperial Citadel, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993, which houses the mythical "Forbidden Purple City." The city was protected by a massive wall and a moat stretching 10 km, with walls 2 meters thick, and was the seat of power for the Nguyen Dynasty between 1802 and 1945. Afterward, we visit the tomb of Emperor Minh Mang, also known as the "Temple of Supreme Grace." Lunch at a local restaurant, followed by a visit to the most spectacular tomb in Hue, the tomb of Emperor Khai Dinh. We tour the Stele Pavilion, the tomb hall, and the bronze statue of the emperor with its overwhelming and dazzling decoration. Afterward, transfer to the airport and departure on a local flight to Hanoi. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay.

Recommendations: For free time in Hanoi, we suggest booking a relaxing traditional massage, strolling and having a coffee at Hoan Kiem Lake, or shopping in the Old Quarter.

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Hue Imperial Citadel

Hue

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Day 7: HANOI

Breakfast at the hotel and departure to begin the tour of Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. It is also considered one of the few Asian cities with tree-lined avenues, French colonial architecture, tranquil lakes, and oriental temples. The tour includes a visit to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university, founded in 1070 in honor of Confucius and considered the symbol of Hanoi. We continue to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, visiting its exterior from Ba Dinh Square. We will then proceed to the One Pillar Pagoda, built in 1049 on a single stone pillar by Emperor Ly Thai Tong, who reigned from 1028 to 1054. The pagoda is designed in the shape of a lotus flower in honor of Buddha. Lunch at a local restaurant. Afterward, we will have an experience with flowers and their traditional arranging techniques. Visit a traditional flower shop to see how bouquets are made, how this beautiful and traditional Vietnamese spiritual art is passed down and preserved from generation to generation. There, you will learn to recognize exotic flowers while enjoying preparing a spiritual floral offering. Afterward, we arrive at Hoan Kiem Lake, the heart of Hanoi, where we will take a stroll around its perimeter with a panoramic view of Ngoc Son Temple, located in the middle of the lake, along with the red Huc Bridge. Finally, we will take a scenic cycle tour through Hanoi's Old Quarter, also known as the 36 Streets, as it was once famous for the artisans who lived there and the workshops located within. Return to the hotel and overnight stay.

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Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

One Pillar Pagoda

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Day 8: HANOI – HALONG BAY

Breakfast at the hotel and departure by road to Halong Bay, which in Vietnamese means "the dragon descending from the sea." According to legend, it was a dragon who formed the islands of the bay. Board a wonderful cruise ship to visit the bay. Lunch on board. The sailing continues, revealing thousands of islands and islets covered in lush vegetation that emerge from the bay with their unusual shapes and varying sizes. The emerald waters of this legendary natural treasure lead us to explore sublime islands such as Turtle Island, Dog Island, Man's Head Island, and others. Due to its unique beauty, geological features, biological richness, and cultural and historical significance, Halong Bay was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994 and included on the list of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World in 2011. Beyond contemplating the magnificent scenery, we enjoy free time or some optional activities such as swimming, kayaking, or participating in a Vietnamese cooking demonstration on the ship's deck. Dinner and overnight stay on board. (The cruise itinerary will be adjusted according to weather conditions.)

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Halong Bay

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Day 9: HALONG BAY – DA NANG – HOI AN

At sunrise, for those interested, there will be a Tai Chi class on the sun terrace. The cruise continues through the bay with its nearly 2,000 limestone islands, allowing you to further enjoy its unique landscapes. Take advantage of this time to capture the best photos of this natural wonder. Enjoy a late breakfast (brunch) on board to recharge before heading back to shore. Disembark at Halong Pier and transfer to Hanoi International Airport.

Important Note: Clients must book a flight departing from Hanoi after 5:00 PM; otherwise, they will not be able to participate in the activities planned for this day.

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Halong Bay

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Activities

Trip Book

Trip Book is that album you create while traveling around the world.

Collect your memories in the form of a Trip Book, print it and relive your trip for a lifetime. Don't let the photos of your trip get lost in your mobile gallery.

You can create your Trip Book and narrate the day-to-day of your trip. Write down daily stories, the best moments, add locations, get the kilometers traveled and much more. This way you'll capture the details at the moment.

Or if you prefer, you can create it in a couple of minutes once the trip is over, you just have to select the images, review the content, print it and receive it at home in a few days.

You can also create your Trip Book with several travelers, just add other members of the trip and share it with them so they can also upload photos and edit information related to the day to day of the trip.

A trip is much more than its photos, Trip Book is much more than a photo book.

eSIM Card - Vietnam

If you need to stay connected to the internet during your trip, we offer this eSIM card, which will allow you to purchase navigation data according to your needs anywhere in the world. Simply scan a QR code to install it on your device in less than a minute.


Important note: Before purchasing this service, please confirm that your device is compatible with eSIM cards.

To confirm your phone is compatible, dial *#06# on your phone. If you see an "EID" number, it means your device is compatible with eSIM.

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