Vietnam 12-day Discovery Tour

Welcome to Hanoi – the capital of Vietnam!
After landing and immigration procedure, Ama Journey’s tour guide and driver are waiting for you to pick up and take a 45-minute transfer to your hotel in Hanoi old quarter.
Check in at your hotel (check in time after 14.00), take a rest after your flight or enjoy a walk around to discover the 36 streets city followed by a welcome dinner at a restaurant in the old quarter.
Overnight in Hanoi.

Included:
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Private transportation
Meal: Dinner
Private English speaking guide

The Hanoi heritage sites tour program will bring you an impressive experience of Hanoi through the discovery of beautiful landscapes and historical sites that have made Hanoi famous. The program is private, so the schedule will be flexible and our tour guide is ready to modify it according to your requirements right on the tour.

Start the journey by exploring the imperial citadel of Thang Long, built in the 7th century in the Dinh - Tien Le period. Experiencing many ups and downs of history, now, Thang Long Imperial Citadel is a place that attracts many domestic and foreign tourists to admire and explore.

Then visit Ho Chi Minh memorial complex that included: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Presidential Palace, the house on stilts, the One Pillar pagoda.
Lunch will be served at a colonial style house restaurant before we head to the Temple of Literature, the first university of Vietnam thousand years ago, also a temple to worship Confucius.

Hoa Lo prison or also known as the Hanoi Hilton that should not be missed. A place built by French colonialists and later Northern Vietnam used it for US prisoners of war.

Long Bien bridge is a highlight of the trip. The hundred years old bridge crossing the Red river symbolizes historical Hanoi.
Back to the city center for a walking tour in the old quarter. Discover the local life in this charming city.
Overnight in Hanoi

Included:
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Private transportation
All entrance fees
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Private English speaking guide

8.00 Pick up from your hotel and transfer to Ninh Binh.
After a 2 hour drive along highway No 1, arriving in Hoa Lu – the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 11th century. Discover the beauties and the histories of 2 king temples: Dinh King Temple and Le King temple.

Moving to Tam Coc area for a Sampan boat trip along the Ngo Dong river which is a colorful rice field in the harvest season among Karst mountain ranges. The rowing boat will lead you to the gorgeous landscapes and throughout the 3 grottoes (Tam is three and Coc is grotto). Back to the pier after 1.5 – 2 hours in the rowing boat trip and enjoy a lunch at a local restaurant.

After lunch, we will explore Bich Dong pagoda, one of the typical pagoda in the red river delta of northern Vietnam. Crossing the stone bridge to the ancient gate of Bich Dong pagoda. Discover The “Lower pagoda” then more than 100 steps to Chua Trung (Middle pagoda). A special pagoda in the cave and the unique clay statues. Walking up through the cave will lead you to the highest pagoda (Chua Thuong) which not only provides you with the history but also offers a great view from there.

Later, transfer to Hang Mua (Mua cave) to enjoy hiking to the Ngoa Long mountain. Conquer 500 steps to reach the peak. That would be worth it for a great panorama view from the top.
Stay in Ninh Binh.

Included:
Accommodation: Hotel in Ninh Binh
Private transportation
Private sampan boat trip
All entrance fees
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Private English speaking guide

Breakfast at your hotel in Ninh Binh. Pick up and transfer to Halong Bay. After a 3 hour transfer, arrive in Tuan Chau island, welcomed by cruise’s staff, enjoy a welcome drink and check in procedure for an overnight cruise in Halong bay – Lan Ha Bay.

A sumptuous lunch will be served on the cruise while cruising through the Halong Bay to Lan Ha Bay. Explore the Dave and Bright Cave – famous for natural beauty in the pristine area of Lan Ha Bay. This will be the best time for some interesting activities such as kayaking, bamboo boat rowing, swimming or simply relaxing on the cruise.

In the evening, Enjoy a delicious dinner before join in some fishing activities and overnight in Lan Ha Bay

Included:
Accommodation: Overnight on a cruise,
Private transportation
Entrance fees
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
English speaking guide on board

Get up early in the morning. Tai Chi lessons are available before a nice breakfast. Then discover the Trung Trang cave – one of the most impressive caves in the middle of Cat Ba island. This is the natural limestone cave with thousand beautiful stalagmites and stalactites in different amazing shapes.
Lunch is ready on the cruise after checking out the room and cruising back to the pier. Meeting our driver and transferring back to Hanoi. Directly to the airport for your flight to Danang.
On arrival, get a pick up to Hoi An Ancient town.

Included:
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Private transportation
Flight Hanoi - Danang
Entrance fees
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
English speaking guide on board

Hoi An is located in central Vietnam. It is about 30 km from Danang airport to the south. Hoi An is a small ancient town by the coast and estuary, so it was the busiest trading place in the 15th to 19th centuries. Today, Hoi An has become an indispensable destination in the Vietnam tour itinerary list.
At 8.00 am, pick up at your hotel and enjoy a full day tour to explore this charming cozy town. The first attraction is Cam Pho, an ancient communal house. This is a non-touristic destination. An ancient and beautiful temple with pure Vietnamese character and well preserved to this day.
Enjoy a leisure walk to the symbol of Hoi An: Chua Cau (Japanese bridge) that allows the Japanese quarter to access the Chinese quarter of the town. This temple bridge was well preserved in its original style for mostly 400 years.
Continue the walking tour in Hoi An Ancient Town to visit Quan Thang ancient house, which is more than 150 years old. The house is still quite intact in terms of architectural design and interior decoration. The entire architecture and wood carvings are very lively and delicate, made by artisans of Kim Bong carpentry village, Hoi An.
Followed by a visiting Phuc Kien or Fujian Assembly Hall built from the 17th century. This is the religious site to honor deity Thien Hau. Admiring its ornate gates surrounding. And beautiful carved dragons in the main room.
The next visit to the Precious Heritage museum - located in Hoi An Old Town, is home to the permanent exhibition of Réhahn’s Precious Heritage Collection. will bring to you a discovery of striking portraits, stories, and heirlooms that can’t be found anywhere else in the world. Both a celebration and a call for conservation.
In the late afternoon, explore the local Hoi An center market, this is the best way to see the local life. The market is on the bank of the river, with a lot of stalls where you can easily find a variety of foods, fresh fruits, vegetables, fishes, meats…that is worth a full day tour exploring this charming ancient town.

Included:
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Private transportation
Entrance fees
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Private English speaking guide

After breakfast at your hotel, meet our tour guide for a full day biking tour to explore the countryside.
Embarking the bridge to cross the Thu Bon River to the Kim Bong village. Enjoy the fresh air on the ferry as well as the beautiful rural landscape from both sides of the Thu Bon river.

Kim Bong village is well known for wood carving. Visit carpenter workshops and admire the skill of the artisan and learn their history about the job. Biking around the village to see their local life and the beauty of this handicraft village.

Keep biking through the rice field, on the trails, passing the bamboo bridge and along the river to Tra Nhieu village. Visit the families of Mat weaving, bamboo sampan basket making and a craftsman boatyard. Biking in this village will allow you to admire the beautiful countryside landscape with palm and rice fields, buffalo and farmers in the fields.

Take a boat trip from Tra Nhieu village to Cam Thanh village. There are fishing farm, water palm trees along the way. Enjoy a bamboo sampan basket trip and catching crabs in the water palm tree forest.

Take a rest in a house of local fishermen to understand more about life. Taste a green tea and relax with a foot massage in the package.
Another highlight of the day is a cooking class in the village.

Some typical dishes such as crispy pancake (meat, shrimp, beansprouts…), spring rolls of Hoi An, Tam Huu, grilled fish in banana leaf… Enjoy the foods that you just made.
Relax before biking back to the hotel.

Included:
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoi An
Bikes and boat trip
All entrance fees
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch (with cooking class)
Private English speaking guide

Free to relax at hotel or at beach in the morning.
In the afternoon, meet our driver for transfer to the airport for short flight to Ho Chi Minh city.
Upon arrival, get a pick up to hotel 

Included:
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh city
Private transportation
Flight: Danang - Ho Chi Minh city
All entrance fees
Meal: Breakfast,
Private English speaking guide

Enjoy a full day tour to explore this vibrant city that was considered the Pearl of Far East. This private tour is on your pace, tailor - made activities on your requirement and we suggest you to discover the highlights of the city such as:

The Reunification Palace and then moving to visit the War Remnant Museum that allows you for an insightful look into the history of Vietnam war that may bring you a big surprise than you used to know or hear about it.

The next will be Notre Dame Cathedral, Opera House, the Central Post office, the city hall now it is the people's committee building.

Lunch will be served in the restaurant. Relaxing after lunch and continuing on the trip to visit Ben Thanh market - the biggest vibrant market in Ho Chi Minh city for exploring the locals and their daily business life. You may find some interesting souvenirs.

Followed by a visit to the Jade Emperor Pagoda, one of the most beautiful pagodas in Ho Chi Minh city that worships the Jade Emperor and other gods in the oriental religion.
Return to your hotel in the later afternoon and overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.

Included:
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh city
Private transportation
All entrance fees
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Private English speaking guide

Meet our tour guide and driver at your hotel for a transfer and explore the Mekong delta.
Arrive in Cai Be around 10.30. Take a motor boat trip to visit the Cai Be floating market. Then enjoy a rowing boat trip taking you deeper into the winding narrow canals that will offer a really refreshing and peaceful time.
Back to the motor boat to cross the longest river in the world - Mekong River and arrive at An Binh ait ( An Binh means peace and happiness). Travel along a canal to Ut Trinh home. A sumptuous lunch with local specialities will be served at this home.
After lunch, walk around the orchard, enjoy fruits and relax with some cups of tea while listening to the traditional southern amateur music in the ancient house.
Explore the local village with some handcrafts to see how they make rice paper, Coconut candy, pop rice...
Biking is available for further exploration of this amazing area such as school, pagoda, church, orchard, traditional houses...
Visit the brick kilns to see how local people make beautiful pottery products from clay.
The cruise will end in Vinh Long city, take our car and transfer to Can Tho.
Overnight in Can Tho city.

Included:
Accommodation: Hotel in Can Tho
Private transportation
Private boat trip
All entrance fees
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Private English speaking guide

Take a boat trip in the early morning with our tour guide to explore. Cai Rang market -  the largest floating wholesale market in the Mekong region.
Your boat will glide among the hundreds of small vendor boats which are selling their goods. Get closer to see how local people trade their fruits and vegetables, and understand more about their floating marketing culture and life on the water.

And a really delicious local breakfast ( rice noodle) will be served on the boat. Then, we will stop at a vendor boat to enjoy the seasonal fruits like the way local people do.
The boat trip will take you along the canals and visit the fruit garden or we can visit the traditional homemade rice noodle factory to see how the rice noodle is made. Back to the pier, transfer to visit a beautiful Binh Thuy ancient house where the "The Lover" movie was filmed.

Transfer back to Ho Chi Minh city in the afternoon.
Arrive at your hotel, check in and relax.

Included:
Accommodation: Hotel in Ho Chi Minh city
Private transportation
Boat trip
All entrance fees
Meal: Breakfast
Private English speaking guide

Free your last day in Ho Chi Minh city till meet our driver and tour guide for a transfer to airport for your flight home
Note: Hotel check out time before 12.00

Included:
Accommodation: N/A
Private transportation
Meal: Breakfast
Private English speaking guide