Vietnam is a Southeast Asian country with a rich history and culture. It is known for its stunning natural scenery, delicious food, and friendly people. From the towering mountains of Sapa to the pristine beaches of Phu Quoc, Vietnam has something to offer everyone.
Whether you are interested in history, culture, food, or adventure, Vietnam is the perfect destination for you. Visit ancient temples, explore bustling cities, sample the local cuisine, and hike through breathtaking landscapes. Vietnam is a country that will stay with you long after you leave.
Ha Long Bay is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Vietnam, and for good reason. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is known for its dramatic limestone karsts and emerald waters. Visitors can take boat tours to explore the bay and visit its many caves and islands.
Another popular tourist destination in Vietnam is Hoi An, an ancient city with well-preserved colonial architecture and colourful lanterns. Hoi An is also a great place to shop for souvenirs and sample Vietnamese cuisine.
For those interested in history, a visit to the Imperial City of Hue is a must. Hue was the former capital of Vietnam, and its impressive palaces and temples are a testament to the city’s rich past.
Sapa, a hill station in northern Vietnam, offers stunning views of the Hoang Lien Son Mountains and the rice terraces below. Sapa is also a great place to learn about the culture of the ethnic minority people who live in the region.
The Mekong Delta, a vast network of rivers and canals, is another popular tourist destination in Vietnam. Visitors can take boat trips to explore the delta and visit floating markets and traditional villages.
These are just a few of the many things to see and do in Vietnam. With its stunning scenery, delicious food, and friendly people, Vietnam is a country that has something to offer everyone.
Vietnam At A Glance:
Before you leave for Vietnam, it is essential to know a bit about this amazing country. Vietnam is divided into several regions, each with its own unique culture and landscape. The economy is growing rapidly, and tourism is a major contributor. Vietnamese is the official language, but English is widely spoken in major cities and tourist destinations. The main religion is Buddhism, but there are also significant Catholic and Protestant minorities. The currency is the Vietnamese dong.
When to go: The best time to visit Vietnam is during the dry season, which runs from November to April. The weather is mild and sunny during this time, with little rain. The wet season runs from May to October, and it is characterized by high humidity and heavy rainfall.
Climate: Vietnam has a tropical climate, with hot and humid weather year-round. The average temperature ranges from 25 to 30 degrees Celsius. The country experiences two monsoon seasons: the southwest monsoon from May to October, and the northeast monsoon from November to April.
Getting around: With a variety of options to choose from, including buses, trains, taxis, and motorbikes. Buses are the most popular and affordable option, while trains are more comfortable and scenic. Taxis are convenient, but can be more expensive, especially for long distances. Motorbikes are the fastest and most efficient way to get around.
Itinerary in Brief
Day 1: Hanoi arrival – City tour
Day 2: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Hanoi (B, L) – SIC Tour
Day 3: Hanoi - Halong bay – Overnight on cruise (B, L, D) – Shuttle Bus
Day 4: Halong – Hanoi (Br) – Shuttle Bus
Day 5: Hanoi departure (B)
Day 1: Hanoi arrival – City tour
- Welcome to Hanoi! - the capital of Vietnam, is a bustling metropolis with a rich history and culture.
We will pick you up at Noi Bai Airport and transfer you to the city center. You will have free time to relax after long flight. In the afternoon, we will visit Ba Dinh Square, the largest square in Hanoi. This is where all of the city's biggest cultural and political events take place. We will take some photos of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum from the outside. Then we continue to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university. The temple was built in 1070, and the gardens and well-preserved architecture offer a relaxing glimpse into Vietnam's past. After visiting the temple, we will walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, a picturesque lake in the heart of Hanoi. The lake is home to a number of temples and pagodas, and it is a popular spot for locals and tourists alike. We will then take a leisurely walk around the Old Quarter of Hanoi, a fascinating network of narrow alleys and shophouses. The Old Quarter is also known as "The 36 Streets," as each street is named after the merchandise that was traditionally sold there. Overnight in Hanoi.
Please note:
- Normal check-in time at hotel is 14:00/15:00. Early check-in is not included.
- Normal check-out time at hotel is 11:00/12:00. Late check-out is not included.
Day 2: Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu - Tam Coc - Hanoi (B, L) – SIC Tour
- Have breakfast at hotel. At 07:30 – 08:00 am, you will be picked up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarters. Get on the bus for your journey to Ninh Binh, the ancient capital of Vietnam. The 90-kilometer drive south will take you through stunning countryside, where rice paddies stretch to the horizon and sometimes seeing water buffalo graze in the fields. In Ninh Binh, you'll visit Hoa Lu, the site of the Dinh and Le temples. These temples were built in the 10th century to honor the Dinh and Le kings of Vietnam. They are famous for their beautiful wooden carvings. Lunch at local restaurant.In the afternoon, you'll take a boat trip through Tam Coc, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This stunning landscape is home to towering limestone karsts that rise up from the lush green rice paddies. It's been called the "Halong Bay on Land," and it's easy to see why. Leisure cycling on rural roads alongside the extensive canal network and through small villages with back drop of a maze of limestone mountains. After your boat trip, you'll drive back to Hanoi. Arrives at your hotel arround 18:30-19:00. Overnight in Hanoi.
Please note: The guest will self-transfer to the pick-up point in the Old Quarter, address is provided upon booking confirmation.
Day 3: Hanoi - Halong bay – Overnight on cruise (B, L, D) – Shuttle Bus
- Breakfast at the hotel, then check out. At 08:30 - 09:00 am, you will be picked up at your hotel in Hanoi
Old Quarters and transferred to Ha Long Bay, the pride of the Gulf of Tonkin, a Natural World Heritage as recognized by UNESCO in 1994 and 2006. Upon arrival at the Cruise Port, you will enjoy a warm welcome from cruise staff and complete the checkin procedure for the overnight cruise to discover the magnificent beauty of this "Descending Dragon" bay, created by thousands of odd-shaped limestone rocks and karst grottoes. After a lunch on board, we can visit the Grottos, stop for swimming or kayaking, pass floating houses, and approach islets to enjoy their beauty in close proximity. Later in the afternoon, go back to the cruise and enjoy the cooking demonstration before having dinner. In the evening, attend activities on the boat or relax at your own leisure. Overnight on the cruise.
Please note: The guest will self-transfer to the pick-up point in the Old Quarter, address is provided upon booking confirmation. The program may be a little varied depending on the cruise you choose. You will have stationed English speaking guide on board. Only local/international food is available on cruise.
Day 4: Halong – Hanoi (Br) – Shuttle Bus
- You should wake up early to enjoy the dawn on the sea in the early morning. The Vietnamese call the "East Sea" by a point-oriented name "Eastern Sea", so you may guess how miraculous seeing the sunrise over the islets of the Bay. After breakfast our boat will continue to cruise in marvellous areas, where almost each islet has its own name, adopting its shape or reminiscent like Sail Island, Fisherman’s head rock, Butterfly rock or Turtle islet etc. Check out your room and have brunch on board while the cruise coming back the pier. Disembark from the cruise, transfer back to Hanoi. Check in hotel. Your time at leisure. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 5: Hanoi departure (B)
- Breakfast at the hotel. Time at leisure until check-out, and transfer to the airport with a driver only (no guide) for the departure flight back to your sweet home
- 3 Nights accommodation in Hanoi based on double/twin sharing room
- 1-night Halong Bay cruise based on double/twin sharing cabin
- Meals as mentioned in the program. B-Breakfast, Br-Brunch, L-Lunch, D-Dinner
- All entrance fees and sightseeing as mentioned in the program
- Boat trip(s) as mentioned in the itinerary
- SIC tours as mentioned in the itinerary
- Transportation by vehicle with A/C
- Private airport transfers and private tour transfers
- Shared vehicle for SIC tours
- Shuttle bus as mentioned in the itinerary
- Water during tour day
- Local English speaking guide(s) in Vietnam as stated (different guide in different city & tour)
- Vietnam Visa fee included.
- Meals not mentioned in the program
- Any flights (International & Domestic) and airport tax
- Single Supplement; Early check-in and late check-out; Hotel/Room upgrade
- Tips, drinks, personal expenses and any services not mentioned in the program
- All personal expenses
Validity: 01st Oct, 2023 to 30th Apr, 2024. Not Valid on Peak Days and Public Holiday
| Group | 2 pax | 3pax | 4-5 pax | 6-7 pax | 8-10 pax | S.S. |
| 3 star | ₹30,999 | ₹ | ₹ | ₹ | ₹ | ₹ |
| 4 star | ₹35,999 | ₹ | ₹ | ₹ | ₹ | ₹ |
| 5 star | ₹41,999 | ₹ | ₹ | ₹ | ₹ | ₹ |
Accommodations Details
| Location | 3 Star | 4 Star | 5 Star |
| Hanoi | Anise Hotel Deluxe City View |
Thang Long Opera Hotel Superior |
Grand Vista Hotel Deluxe |
| Halong Bay | Le Journey Halong Cruise Deluxe |
Syrena Cruise Deluxe |
La Regina Royal Cruise Noble Suite |
Xtra Mile Travel Services will apply for it’s customer’s Visa to Vietnam, if the entire package is booked through us.
Country: Vietnam
Documents required
- Confirmed flight and hotel booking
- PAN card of the traveler. If the family is traveling, only one person can give their PAN Card
- Clear white background photographs in JPEG format. 35 mm x 45mm, 70-80% face focus
- Scanned copy of passport front and back.
- Photographs should latest be taken within the last 3 months
Declaration: - XTRA MILE TRAVEL SERVICES is just a visa service provider company. It does not hold any responsibility of issuance of visas. The Embassies/Consulates are the sole deciding authorities for granting visas. XTRA MILE TRAVEL SERVICES can only give advice on additional documents required. In the case of Personal interview of the applicant, the conveyance charges to approach the diplomatic mission will have to be borne by the applicant themselves. XTRA MILE TRAVEL SERVICES cannot be held liable for non-issuance or late issuance of visa by the Embassies/consulates
Important Information
- We are not holding any bookings as yet
- All prices and airfare subject to change.
- No airfare is guaranteed until purchased. Airfare can always be change and this impacts the package cost.
- Hotel confirmation is subject to availability.
- Visa is always subject to approval and at the sole discretion of Immigration / Embassy / Consulate. We hold no right or guarantee to the decision of Visa Officer
Booking Conditions
- We require a minimum of 50% of the total booking to initiate the request.
- Full payment is required at least 15 days before departure.
- Confirmation Vouchers can only be given on the receipt of Full Payment.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation Policy applies as per Hotel & Airlines regulations and policies. This is advised to you at the time of booking.
- If your travel is within 15 days, full payment is required and 100% cancellation applies, in case you cancel your trip after confirmation.
Payment Policy
- Payment to be made by Cash/Cheque/Draft/Online Transfer.
- We accept Credit Cards. A transaction fee of 2.5% applies on Master /Visa cards
- Please check with our Holiday Consultant for Bank Details.
- GST 5% applies on the total cost.
