Sóc Sơn Trip Overview
Offering all the wonders of Vietnam in one trip, this is the perfect snapshot for tourists of all ages. Traveling from North to South, from the tranquil Hanoi to the vibrant Ho Chi Minh City. You will have a chance to see the most magnificent limestone mountains and cruising into the turquoise water in Halong Bay. Then step in the ancient citadel of Hue to understand about the glorious old time of Vietnam’s once-capital. As well as, live a local life and experience their daily routine by staying at their home stay, boating, and fishing just like them.
Additional Info
Duration: 11 days
Starts: Sóc Sơn, Vietnam
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Sóc Sơn, Hà Nội, Vietnam
Offering all the wonders of Vietnam in one trip, this is the perfect snapshot for tourists of all ages. Traveling from North to South, from the tranquil Hanoi to the vibrant Ho Chi Minh City. You will have a chance to see the most magnificent limestone mountains and cruising into the turquoise water in Halong Bay. Then step in the ancient citadel of Hue to understand about the glorious old time of Vietnam’s once-capital. As well as, live a local life and experience their daily routine by staying at their home stay, boating, and fishing just like them.
Itinerary
Day 1: WELCOME TO HANOI
Stop At: Old Quarter, Hanoi 100000 Vietnam
Our driver will meet you at the airport and will transfer to your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. After check in the hotel you will have free time to explore the surrounding area at your pace.
Duration: 5 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Diamond Legend Hotel or similar, Hanoi
Day 2: HANOI SIGHTSEEING TOUR
Stop At: Hanoi, Hanoi
The colonial capital city Hanoi is a unique Asian city with tree-lined boulevards, French colonial architecture, peaceful lakes and oriental pagodas and temples dating back a thousand years ago. AM: 7.45 – 8.15: Free pick up at your hotel. Then visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum to explore the architectural and historical aspects of Uncle Ho’s final resting-place. Just next door is Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilts and lying to one side of the Mausoleum is the One Pillar Pagoda, which was founded by King Ly Thai To in 1049 – the structure has become an important symbol for the people of Hanoi. Then continue on to the Buddhist Tran Quoc Pagoda at West Lake. Then enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
After lunch proceed to visit the Ethnology Museum (apply on Sun, Tue, Thu & Sat), the Literature Temple, see Vietnam’s first university, constructed in 1070 – it’s gardens and well-preserved architecture will offer a relaxing glimpse into Vietnam’s past. Take you past Hoan Kiem Lake to see the peaceful waters and the beauty of Ngoc Son temple. At the end of the journey through Hanoi’s Old Quarter, come back to your accommodation in Hanoi for relaxing.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Diamond Legend Hotel or similar, Hanoi
Day 3: HOA LU TAM COC DAY TRI
Stop At: Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Ninh Binh Vietnam
After breakfast at the hotel, an English–speaking guide will meet you at the hotel at between 8 am and 8.30 am. You will be transferred by a professional driver from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, which is located 80km to the South of Hanoi. This is the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th century and your guide will tell you all about the history of Le and Dinh Dynasties, who ruled this antique citadel.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Tam Coc, Ninh Binh 430000 Vietnam
Enjoy a Vietnamese traditional lunch before boarding into a private sampan to visit Tam Coc, well-known as “Halong Bay inland” and see the beauty of the karst formations as you pass along their base and row into one of the many caves carved through the limestone. You will then continue with a cycling tour through the stunning scenery of rice fields, karst formations, river and tranquil village (around 5km). Then return back to Hanoi
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Diamond Legend Hotel or similar, Hanoi
Day 4: HALONG BAY CRUISE
Stop At: Halong Bay, Halong Bay, Quang Ninh Province
In the morning, after breakfast at the hotel, the Cruise team will pick you up. Take the most scenic route to reach Halong Bay, taking you across the Red River Delta with emerald green rice paddies stretching for as far as the eyes can see. On arrival to Halong, you will enjoy a cruise on the Bay and explore the limestone rocks and the karst grottoes.
After you are done with your exploration of the bay, it is time to enjoy an utterly delicious seafood lunch, after which there will be a trip to the famous limestone cave in Ha Long Bay, you’ll get to spend some time here, kayaking or swimming, so that you can get closer to the floating villages and shops. Towards the evening, you will return to the boat for an early dinner, followed by some time at leisure. You can optionally attend the activities taking part on the boat or just relax.
Duration: 10 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight on Legend White Dolphin Cruise or similar
Day 5: HALONG BAY – HANOI – HOI AN
Stop At: Halong Bay, Halong Bay, Quang Ninh Province
Rise early for a Tai Chi lesson or just to enjoy a hearty breakfast. The boat will make its way back to the port stopping at the Limestone Cave, full of stalagmites and stalactites. From here, it’s clear sailing back to the main harbor and transfer back to Hanoi.
Duration: 8 hours
Pass By: Hoi An, Hoi An, Quang Nam Province
Your driver will transfer you to Noi Bai International Airport for your evening flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, you will meet our driver who will transfer you to Hoi An town.
Please note: the evening flight from Hanoi ti Da Nang is not included in the package
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight at Le Pavillon Boutique Hotel or similar, Hoi An
Day 6: HOI AN ECO TOUR
Stop At: Hoi An, Hoi An, Quang Nam Province
Today your English-speaking guide will meet you at the hotel around 8:00 am and take you for a cycling trip to the countryside and rivers around Hoi An. As you meander through the countryside you will experience the friendliness of the local people greeting you along the way. After that, you will board the Hoi An Eco-tour boat for a river cruise to meet and engage with local fishermen. Enjoy a hands-on experience of traditional net fishing. You will also take a paddleboat trip in a unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boat down the waterways of a coconut palm paradise.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight at Le Pavillon Boutique Hotel or similar, Hoi An
Day 7: HOI AN TRAVEL TO HUE
Stop At: Hue, Hue, Thua Thien – Hue Province
Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel and free time until our driver come and transfer you to Hue by private vehicle. Check-in your hotel in Hue and have leisure time to explore the city on your own pace.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Cherish Hue or similar
Day 8: HUE TRAVEL TO HO CHI MINH CITY
Pass By: Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City
Have breakfast at the hotel and have a relaxing time before your driver transfers you to the airport. Take the flight to Ho Chi Minh City and meet our guide who is waiting for you at the airport with a sign with your name on it and will transfer you to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh.
Please Note the flight from Hue to Ho Chi Minh is not included
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Prague Hotel or similar, Ho Chi Minh city
Day 9: HO CHI MINH CITY – MEKONG DELTA
Stop At: Mekong Delta, Mekong Delta
You will be transfer from Ho Chi Minh City downtown to Cai Be district in the morning. Arriving in Cai Be, you will be welcomed by the hospitable smile of the host and invited some fresh fruits before embarking on boat to visit Cai Be Floating Market and traditional handicraft villages. You’ll have an opportunity to talk to the sellers on their boats. The boat will then lead you to the home-stay on Tan Phong Island for checking-in and having lunch. In the afternoon, local host will lead you to his orchards where you can learn how to take care for the garden and how to pluck the ripen fruits as the host does every day. In the late afternoon, you will visit the vegetable garden and gather the vegetables for your dinner. You will prepare your own dinner with the help of local host.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at home stay, Mekong Delta
Day 10: MEKONG DELTA – HO CHI MINH CITY
Stop At: Mekong Delta, Mekong Delta
Wake up in the early morning to enjoy the fresh air of Mekong region and then take a stroll around the home-stay, your 2nd day of tour in Mekong will start. Come back to the home-stay where the delicious breakfast is waiting for you. After breakfast time, You will visit kindergarten if it is school day. Stop at a local farmer’s house to learn how to make Jackfruit leaves cake and then cycle to Bonsai garden and talk to local farmers to understand how they take care for their gardens, then try pluck the fruits and taste them. Afterwards, we will return to the home-stay for check-out. At 11:00, the small boat will transfer you back to the Cai Be tourist boat wharf and you will drive to Ho Chi Minh City.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Prague hotel or similar, Ho Chi Minh
Day 11: TIME TO SAY GOODBYE – HO CHI MINH CITY DEPARTURE
Pass By: Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City
Relish a healthy breakfast on the final day of your trip. Complete the hotel check-out formalities after which you can visit the local markets and buy souvenirs for your loved ones. Later, proceed for departure and board your flight back home. Trip Ends.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
