VIETNAM FOR COUPLES

13D/12N - Hanoi - Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh City and Phu Quoc

This guided tour will introduce you to the cultural highlights and most famous destinations of Vietnam and the beautiful Phu Quoc island and South China Sea.

Discover Vietnam as one of the most romantic destinations for couples and honeymooners. Explore the country’s best highlights and try world famous Vietnamese cuisine together in the most idyllic places.

On this special tour you will explore the vibrant historical Hanoi, natural masterpiece Halong Bay, charming old Hoi An, bustling mega-city Saigon, colorful and one of a kind Mekong Delta, and pristine white sand beaches of paradise island Phu Quoc. All of these experiences will stay in your memory for many years to come.

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DURATION: 13 Days / 12 Nights
TOUR STYLE: Couples, Culture, Beach
DESTINATIONS: Hanoi, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City and Phu Quoc
TOUR CODE: MCVM1
DEPARTURES: Daily (Private Departures)
STARTS: In Hanoi
ENDS: In Phu Quoc Airport
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At a glance

Highlights

  • Old quarter of Hanoi
  • Halong Bay cruise and islands
  • Charming Hoi An town
  • Saigon (HCMC) and Mekong Delta
  • Paradise island Phu Quoc

Itinerary in Brief

DAY 1: Arrival at Hanoi

DAY 2: Hanoi

DAY 3: Auco Luxury Cruise Ship

DAY 4: Hanoi

DAY 5: Hoi An

DAY 6: Hoi An

DAY 7: Hoi An

DAY 8: Ho Chi Minh City

DAY 9: Song Xanh Sampan

DAY 10: Phu Quoc

DAY 11: Phu Quoc

DAY 12: Phu Quoc

DAY 13: End of Iinerary

TOUR DETAILS

DAY 1 :  HANOI

Xin chao! Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam. You are greeted by your guide and driver at Noi Bai International airport for your transfer to the hotel. After you got comfortable in your room relax and unwind in a peaceful atmosphere of one of Hanoi’s many fine Spa & Wellness centres. Let your hair down, enjoy the soothing experience and re-discover yourself.

In the evening enjoy a romantic dinner at one of Hanoi’s best restaurants

Overnight in Hanoi

DAY 2 :  HANOI

Start your day with the Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam built in 11th century which reveals the Vietnamese spirit of study in the past! The Old Quarter will be explored by e- cars. It will drive you slowly through the streets. All you have to do is enjoy the passing scenery and take photos.

Have very special lunch at the house of a musician couple – the husband is a flautist in the National Orchestra while the wife is a piano teacher – for a home-cooked lunch. Enjoy the meal hosted in their cozy dining room, where you will have time to hear some of their life experiences, and share your own. After the meal, enjoy a musical performance by your hosts. The rest of day is at leisure

Overnight in Hanoi

DAY 3 :  AUCO LUXURY CRUISE SHIP

Breakfast at hotel before heading out to Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

In Ha Long you board one of our luxury Vietnamese sampans for an overnight boat cruise amongst the more than 3,000 limestone islands and rocks rising majestically out of the turquoise bay. Pass grand rock formations and quaint fishing towns, and feast on  delicious buffet of freshly caught fish and seafood.

Back on board, enjoy cocktails and magical sunset (weather permitting) and later dine in under the stars .

Overnight on board Bhaya Legend

DAY 4 : HANOI

Early risers can enjoy the sunrise and the timeless and breathtaking beauty of Halong Bay. Today you will cruise further through the bay and visit the Surprise Cave before your buffet lunch on board.

We will reach back to Ha Long harbour around noon where your driver will ready for your transfer back to Hanoi. The rest of the day is free for you to relax and explore the city.

Overnight in Hanoi

DAY 5 : ​HOI AN

Take an early flight to Da Nang. On arrival meet your guide and driver at Danang airport and transfer to your Hotel in Hoi An.

Continue your visit to the ancient streets of Hoi An, lined with Chinese traders’ homes and wooden houses reincarnated as restaurants, cafés, and outlets for local artists, craftsmen and tailors. Explore the beautiful 16th century Japanese Bridge. Hoi An’s unique fusion of Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese architecture is well displayed here, in what is arguably Vietnam’s most tourist-friendly town. Evening comes, enjoy dinner at one of Hoi An’s best restaurants, fusing Vietnamese and European cooking traditions together.

Overnight in Hoi An

DAY 6 :  HOI AN

After breakfast, depart for Tra Que, a charming little vegetable village in Hoian’s rustic outskirts. Spend the morning working with the villagers as they show you the ways to harvest and prepare fresh vegetables for meals. Cook a lunch of Vietnamese dishes with our hosts before enjoying the fruits of our labor.

The rest of day is free at leisure.

Overnight in Hoi An

Option: Enjoy a romantic dinner in Vietnam’s best restaurant “Maison 1888” and let star chef Michel Roux take you on a culinary journey through Vietnam and France.

DAY 7 :  HOI AN

Today you have free time to discover the Town, go shopping or relax at the beach.

Overnight in Hoi An

DAY 8 :  HO CHI MINH CITY                                                                    

Depart for the dynamic Ho Chi Minh City on a short flight. Take a rest before we go out again in the evening for very impressive tour: Saigon After Dark

Partly night excursion, partly street food adventure and we experience the nightlife of Saigon the way locals do, all from the back of a vintage Vespa scooter. You ride to Chinatown, through busy streets and alleys to see the nightlife of locals and enjoy street food and cold drinks, in places where you are likely not to see other foreigners. You then drive to a hidden Vietnamese-style coffee shop to have a taste of Vietnamese music (live) as a local and finish your interesting adventure at a lively bar.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

DAY 9 : SONG XANH SAMPAN

Leaving the hustle and bustle of the city behind, you head for the rustic countryside around the Mekong Delta. Upon arrival, board the private ‘Song Xanh’, a small but luxurious boat that allows you to discover the narrow canals and tributaries with ease.

The cruise begins with the visit of some local home factories where you will observe how rice paste, coconut candies and other specialties are traditionally made.

Lunch is at the home of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le, “The lover” of Marguerite Duras famous novel.

Back on board and cruise down to Can Tho along a beautiful narrow canal, pass under wooden “monkey bridges” and tiny typical villages. Some stops on the banks give you the chance to communicate with the locals.

A candlelight dinner in an ancient house dating from the early 19th century is ready for you. Back to the sampan and continue our route to Can Tho. You will moor for the night in a quiet place. Your bed will be ready for your night on the Mekong River.

Overnight aboard the Song Xanh Boat

DAY 10 :  PHU QUOC

This morning, the Song Xanh takes you to Cai Rang Floating Market, cruising amongst rice barges, wooden ship-building yards and locals drying fruits and vegetables on the Mekong’s banks.

You will take slow running for nice pictures and get a little bit closer to the locals as they go about their daily routine. Stop for a while and you can buy some fruit or contact with local people.

Leaving the market, you return to shore where a private car and guide await you for a short flight to Phu Quoc Island. An undiscovered island paradise with warm clear waters and long stretches of sandy beaches.

Free to stroll around and catch a first glimpse of this peaceful island.

Overnight in Phu Quoc

Option: A romantic candlelight dinner on the beach adds to the ambience and creates an unforgettable memory.

DAY 11 :  PHU QUOC

Two full days are free at leisure in the resort or on the beach

Overnight in Phu Quoc.

Option: Spend your time together: Snorkel or dive among the coral reefs in crystal blue waters pamper in spa treatments or just relax on the white sand beach and whatever!

DAY 12 :  PHU QUOC

Two full days are free at leisure in the resort or on the beach

Overnight in Phu Quoc

Option: Spend your time together: Snorkel or dive among the coral reefs in crystal blue waters pamper in spa treatments or just relax on the white sand beach and whatever!

DAY 13 :  END OF ITINERARY

The morning is at leisure before checking out and transferring to the Phu Quoc Airport for the flight back to Ho Chi Minh City and our flight home. Our luggage is full of lifetime memories.

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What's Included

  • Private tours and transfers with air-conditioned vehicles as specified in our itinerary
  • 2 bottles of water & 2 refreshing towels per passenger per day
  • Lodging with breakfast as specified in the itinerary
  • Luggage handling fees at airports
  • Entrance fees or zone fees
  • English speaking guide(other languages guide can be provide with additional charges)

What's Not Included

  • Visa to Vietnam (note that pre-arranged visa is required for tourists)
  • All entrance fees or zone fees
  • Domestic Airfares (always quoted and mentioned separately from tour package price)
  • International air fares
  • Meals or any other item not described in the itinerary
  • Peak season surcharges & Compulsory dinners during Xmas & New Year’s
  • Early check-in, late check-out. Normal check out time from hotels in Vietnam is 11am or 12 o’clock noon
  • Drinks during meals, hotel extras and expenses of personal nature
  • Camera & video fees. Some of the sites visited may ask small fees for photographing and video recording.

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