About this service
Embark on the Vietnam Grand Discovery Tour, a transformative 12-day journey through the soul of Southeast Asia’s most captivating nation. This carefully crafted itinerary flows seamlessly from Hanoi’s bustling energy through mystical Ha Long Bay to the imperial grandeur of Hue and the timeless charm of Hoi An. Imagine wandering through Hanoi’s bustling Old Quarter, gliding among Ninh Binh’s limestone peaks, cruising the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay, and uncovering imperial stories in Hue before being charmed by lantern-lit Hoi An. Over 12 inspiring days, you’ll experience Vietnam’s diversity - spiritual sites, culinary delights, vibrant markets, majestic coastlines, and legendary mountain passes. Let Vietravel guide you across Vietnam’s iconic central road, where every stop offers stories, flavours, and views that will stay with you forever!
Why you'll love it
- Explore Hanoi’s ancient Temple of Literature, where scholars once prayed
- Witness Quintessence of Tonkin’s breathtaking open-air spectacle beneath Thay Mountain
- Wander through Duong Lam’s 1200-year-old village lanes with friendly locals
- Discover Bai Dinh Pagoda’s magnificent 500 golden La Han statue collection
- Drift through Halong Bay’s emerald waters where limestone legends await
- Craft colourful silk lanterns alongside Hoi An's dedicated master artisans
- Cycle through Tra Que’s organic herb gardens with buffalo-riding adventures
- Explore My Son Sanctuary’s ancient Champa towers, crowned as UNESCO heritage sites
- Walk across the Golden Bridge’s mystical hands, emerging from mountain mists
- Savour royal dinner traditions in Hue’s former imperial dining chambers
Itinerary
Hanoi Arrival
Hanoi City Tour
Hanoi - Duong Lam Village
Hanoi - Ninh Binh
Hanoi - Ha Long Bay - Overnight Cruise
Ha Long Bay - Hanoi - Hue
Hue City Tour
Hue - Hoi An, Hoi An Walking Tour - Lantern Making
Thanh Ha Pottery & Kim Bong Carpentry Village And Fun & Relaxation In Tra Que Village
Hoi An - My Son Sanctuary - Da Nang
Da Nang - Ba Na Hills
Da Nang Departure
All Packages
Select your preferred date and package options
Inclusions and Activities
- Accommodation in twin/double sharing room with daily breakfast
- Meals as mentioned (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
- Private A/C vehicle
- Licensed English speaking guide
- Entrance fees & boat trip as mentioned
- Mineral water (01 bottle/pax/day)
- Vietnam visa letter : free of charge
Exclusions
- Beverages
- Hotel early check-in & late check-out
- International & Domestic airfares with airport tax
- Personal expenses
- Tipping for local guide and driver
- Other services unspecified in the including list
Know before you book
Group type: Private
- With our private tour, you don't have to worry about vacationing with strangers; you and those you have chosen to travel with are the only ones in your group! You'll travel in a private car, spacious and comfortable, with your own driver who is always ready to escort you to the next destination and a private local guide who get your needs focused, and have enough time to answer all your questions.
Tour guide: Local Guide
- This is a great journey to explore the region which was designed by Vietravel's local travel experts. They know their destination inside and out, and can suggestions for best spots to visit, fun activies and amazing restaurants, you'll travel worry-free.
Quality: Standard
- Comfortable and practical with essential services and standard facilities. Ideal for travelers seeking value and reliable quality without extra frills.
Activity level: Easy
- Suitable for all travelers.
- Mostly relaxed pace: walking short distances on flat terrain, minimal stairs.
- Transportation covers most sightseeing.
- Example: City tours, museum visits, panoramic drives.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation by Users
In this section, the date counted as the time of tour cancellation shall be a working day, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.
For weekdays:
- If tour cancellation/alternation is notified at least 20 days before the departure date: Free of charge.
-If tour cancellation/alternation is notified 15-19 days before the departure date, the tour cancellation/alternation fee will be: 50% tour price
- If tour cancellation is notified 11-14 days before the departure date, the tour cancellation fee will be: 70% tour price.
- If tour cancellation is notified 06-10 days before the departure date, the tour cancellation fee will be: 90% tour price.
- If tour cancellation is notified within 05 days before the departure date, the tour cancellation fee will be: 100% tour price.
For public holidays. This applies to tours taking place on public holidays, Tet Holiday (i.e. including public holidays, Tet Holiday, the nearest day preceding and following such holidays), particularly:
+ Tet Holiday (as prescribed and announced by the state authority on yearly basis)
+ Death Anniversary of the Hung Kings: (as prescribed and announced by the state authority on yearly basis)
+ Day of Southern Liberation and National Reunification: From April 28 to April 30
+ International Workers' Day: From May 01 to May 03
+ National Day: From September 01 to September 03
+ Christmas Eve: From December 24 to December 26
+ Solar Calendar New Year Day: From December 28 to January 03
- If tour cancellation/alternation is notified at least 30 days before the departure date: Free of charge.
- If tour cancellation/alternation is notified 25-29 days before the departure date, the tour cancellation/alternation fee will be: 50% tour price
- If tour cancellation is notified 21-24 days before the departure date, the tour cancellation fee will be: 70% tour price.
- If tour cancellation is notified 16-20 days before the departure date, the tour cancellation fee will be: 90% tour price.
- If tour cancellation is notified within 15 days before the departure date, the tour cancellation fee will be: 100% tour price.
Cancellation by Vietravel
If Vietravel cancels Your reservation due to objective events beyond our reasonable control (for example, if the service is unavailable or the provider no longer provides it), You can choose to shift to another departure date, OR Receive a Voucher/Coupon of Vietravel's service equivalent to the cancelled service value (the conditions and time of service use are specified in the Voucher/Coupon at the time of issue), unless You are entitled to any refund OR a full refund of the paid amount. Vietravel is not responsible for any costs that You may incur as a result of Your reservation, including but not limited to visas, vaccinations, any excess beyond the travel insurance coverage limit or non-refundable flights.
In some circumstances, we may cancel or refuse a reservation for Real Failure, regardless of the source of errors. For the avoidance of doubt, a Real Failure is a failure of the Website (e.g. in terms of pricing) that no ordinary person deems appropriate or meaningful in business. The paid amount will be refunded at no additional charge in such event.
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Product code: IN-EU-PP18-12
