Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Economic history of Vietnam


For a very long time, Vietnam was well known for its" Tower of Hanoi” algorithm in the worlds of mathematics and programming languages. If you are not familiar with this Tower, then you probably associate Vietnam with its war for  independence [1945-1975], the celebration for which President Bill Clinton visited Vietnam in November 2000. Consequently, Dien Bien Phu, Truong Son Road and the famous Cu Chi Tunnels should be the first views of our country when you arrive.  

Vietnam’s past reads like a romantic legend, full of heroic struggles and outstanding  victories, but this will prove to be only one of the many reasons for your holiday here. You will discover unparalleled opportunities for cultural exploration. The Vietnamese nation was primarily influenced through a process of anthropological cross-pollination between ancient Chinese and Indian cultures. The Kinh (Viet) people make up the majority of the population, however, Vietnam counts no less than 54 ethnic groups within its borders. Many of them live in remote areas and follow their own language and cultural identity, thus contributing to a harmonious blend of independent ethnicities. However, from a historical standpoint, and during the course of national development, all ethnic groups have been closely united, sharing the fight against foreign invaders, defending the country's sovereignty, and eventually gaining the right to national independence and self-determination.

Vietnam is the proud recipient of three World Heritage Site cultural awards:
Other cultural attractions include the capital city of Hanoi, dubbed the “Pearl of the Far East” Ho Chi Minh City (formerly known as Saigon), the town of Sapa, the village of Mai Chau, and many others.
Vietnam's magnetism also comes from its landscape, offering a breathtaking 3260 kilometers of coastline which extends along the eastern boundary of the country and wraps around its southern tip. Our shoreline is flanked by stretches of virgin, white sand beaches and islands. Vietnam’s topography is blessed by unspoiled mountains and forests, hundreds of beautiful lakes, pristine rivers, waterfalls, and scores of unforgettable caves. Most famous amongst our natural resources is World Heritage designated site, Ha Long Bay, with thousands of islands and limestone rocks of different sizes and shapes. You can see Nature’s hand at work in the wondrous caves and grottoes that inhabit the islands. For your enjoyment, one or more of twenty stunning resorts along the coastline await you: Cat Ba Island in the north; in the Central region, Da Nang, Nha Trang and Mui Ne (Phan Thiet); and in the south, Vung Tau, Con Dao Island and Phu Quoc Island. 

Vietnam's attractions also come from its landscape with virgin beaches and islands from 3260km long coastline, unspoiled mountains and forests, hundreds of beautiful lakes, rivers, waterfalls, and many unforgettable caves. Vietnam has a long coastline that extends along the eastern boundary of the country and wraps around the southern tip for 3,260 km, features endless stretches of empty, white sand beaches. The most famous is World heritage Halong bay, with thousands of islands and rocks of different sizes and shapes. But it is more attractive since Nature create a lot of wonderful caves and grottoes in those islands. But you also may enjoy at one of more than 20 beautiful resorts along the coastline, such as Tra Co, Cat Ba island in the north and Da Nang, Nha Trang,  Mui Ne (Phan Thiet) in the Middle, Vung Tau, Con Dao island and Phu Quoc island in the south.
Vietnam's National Parks are home to the tropical zone’s largest collection of flora and fauna. The most renown are Cuc Phuong National Park in Ninh Binh Province, and Cat Tien National Park in Dong Nai Province. Nonetheless, there exists several regions in Vietnam that have been preserved as gardens and bird sanctuaries; one such area is the Minh Hai Sanctuary which houses more than 80 species of birds.
Stretching long up to 1,600km in the eastern coast of Indochina Peninsula, Vietnam’s varied topography allows for an incredibly varied travel experience. Along the central coast, the driest season runs from June to October. Visitors to the north are often surprised by the region’s distinct season; summers are hot and humid while winters are invigoratingly cool.  The country offers everything from tropical coastal lowlands to temperate zones above 2,000 meters. Among temperate zones spots, tourists cannot miss Da Lat with European style sweet pine forests, but it is also the city of waterfalls and flowers. 

The East Coast of the Indochinese Peninsula stretches for more than 1600 kms, and Vietnam’s diverse geography allows for an incredibly varied travel experience. Along the Central Coast, the driest season runs from June to October. Visitors to the north are often surprised by the region’s distinctive season; summers are hot and humid while winters are invigoratingly cool. The country offers everything from tropical coastal lowlands to temperate zones above 2,000 meters. Among temperate zones settings, tourists should not miss Da Lat with its European-style sweet pine forests, its magnificent waterfalls and its vast array of flowers.
Have you ever tried Vietnam's famous dishes ''Nem' (spring rolls) and 'Pho' (soup) ? Traveling here will allow you sample the extraordinary and exotic tastes of Vietnamese cuisines, as well as freshly caught sea food and an abundance of tropical fruits.

Your travel fantasies will be further realized in Vietnam with its affordable accommodations, reasonable tour packages, and wide range of services. It is one of the most secure destinations in Southeast Asia.

With its new “Doi Moi” policy, Vietnam has now opened its doors to the world, and is unequivocally a 21st century destination. We are busy at work improving all of our country’s infrastructures to insure that your holiday with us will be unforgettable. We look forward to being of service to you.

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Friday, May 25, 2012

Economic history of Vietnam


  
For a very long time, Vietnam was well known for its" Tower of Hanoi” algorithm in the worlds of mathematics and programming languages. If you are not familiar with this Tower, then you probably associate Vietnam with its war for independence [1945-1975], the celebration for which President Bill Clinton visited Vietnam in November 2000. Consequently, Dien Bien Phu, Truong Son Road and the famous Cu Chi Tunnels should be the first views of our country when you arrive.  
Vietnam’s past reads like a romantic legend, full of heroic struggles and outstanding victories, but this will prove to be only one of the many reasons for your holiday here. You will discover unparalleled opportunities for cultural exploration. The Vietnamese nation was primarily influenced through a process of anthropological cross-pollination between ancient Chinese and Indian cultures. The Kinh (Viet) people make up the majority of the population, however, Vietnam counts no less than 54 ethnic groups within its borders. Many of them live in remote areas and follow their own language and cultural identity, thus contributing to a harmonious blend of independent ethnicities. However, from a historical standpoint, and during the course of national development, all ethnic groups have been closely united, sharing the fight against foreign invaders, defending the country's sovereignty, and eventually gaining the right to national independence and self-determination.
Vietnam is the proud recipient of three World Heritage Site cultural awards: 1) the Imperial City of Hue; 2) Hoi, an ancient town trade center; and, 3) My Son holy land. Other cultural attractions include the capital city of Hanoi, dubbed the “Pearl of the Far East” Ho Chi Minh City (formerly known as Saigon), the town of Sapa, the village of Mai Chau, and many others. 
Vietnam's magnetism also comes from its landscape, offering a breathtaking 3260 kilometers of coastline which extends along the eastern boundary of the country and wraps around its southern tip. Our shoreline is flanked by stretches of virgin, white sand beaches and islands. Vietnam’s topography is blessed by unspoiled mountains and forests, hundreds of beautiful lakes, pristine rivers, waterfalls, and scores of unforgettable caves. Most famous amongst our natural resources is World Heritage designated site, Ha Long Bay, with thousands of islands and limestone rocks of different sizes and shapes. You can see Nature’s hand at work in the wondrous caves and grottoes that inhabit the islands. For your enjoyment, one or more of twenty stunning resorts along the coastline await you: Cat Ba Island in the north; in the Central region, Da Nang, Nha Trang and Mui Ne (Phan Thiet); and in the south, Vung Tau, Con Dao Island and Phu Quoc Island. 
Vietnam's attractions also come from its landscape with virgin beaches and islands from 3260km long coastline, unspoiled mountains and forests, hundreds of beautiful lakes, rivers, waterfalls, and many unforgettable caves. Vietnam has a long coastline that extends along the eastern boundary of the country and wraps around the southern tip for 3,260 km, features endless stretches of empty, white sand beaches. The most famous is World heritage Halong bay, with thousands of islands and rocks of different sizes and shapes. But it is more attractive since Nature create a lot of wonderful caves and grottoes in those islands. But you also may enjoy at one of more than 20 beautiful resorts along the coastline, such as Tra Co, Cat Ba island in the north and Da Nang, Nha Trang Mui Ne (Phan Thiet) in the Middle, Vung Tau, Con Dao island and Phu Quoc island in the south.
Vietnam's National Parks are home to the tropical zone’s largest collection of flora and fauna. The most renown are Cuc Phuong National Park in Ninh Binh Province, and Cat Tien National Park in Dong Nai Province. Nonetheless, there exists several regions in Vietnam that have been preserved as gardens and bird sanctuaries; one such area is the Minh Hai Sanctuary which houses more than 80 species of birds.
Stretching long up to 1,600km in the eastern coast of Indochina Peninsula, Vietnam’s varied topography allows for an incredibly varied travel experience. Along the central coast, the driest season runs from June to October. Visitors to the north are often surprised by the region’s distinct season; summers are hot and humid while winters are invigoratingly cool.  The country offers everything from tropical coastal lowlands to temperate zones above 2,000 meters. Among temperate zones spots, tourists cannot miss Da Lat with European style sweet pine forests, but it is also the city of waterfalls and flowers. 
The East Coast of the Indochinese Peninsula stretches for more than 1600 kms, and Vietnam’s diverse geography allows for an incredibly varied travel experience. Along the Central Coast, the driest season runs from June to October. Visitors to the north are often surprised by the region’s distinctive season; summers are hot and humid while winters are invigoratingly cool. The country offers everything from tropical coastal lowlands to temperate zones above 2,000 meters. Among temperate zones settings, tourists should not miss Da Lat with its European-style sweet pine forests, its magnificent waterfalls and its vast array of flowers. 
Have you ever tried Vietnam's famous dishes ''Nem' (spring rolls) and 'Pho' (soup) ? Traveling here will allow you sample the extraordinary and exotic tastes of Vietnamese cuisines, as well as freshly caught sea food and an abundance of tropical fruits. 
 
Your travel fantasies will be further realized in Vietnam with its affordable accommodations, reasonable tour packages, and wide range of services. It is one of the most secure destinations in Southeast Asia.
With its new “Doi Moi” policy, Vietnam has now opened its doors to the world, and is unequivocally a 21st century destination. We are busy at work improving all of our country’s infrastructures to insure that your holiday with us will be unforgettable. We look forward to being of service to you.

Monday, November 14, 2011

Viet Nam Highlight 20 Days

Day 1:Arrival Hanoi Vietnam
Today you’ll land in Hanoi. Warmly welcome by Tour Guide &Car Driver at airport then transfer to Hanoi Downtown,a city of lakes,shaded boulevards,public parks,and the capital of Vietnam. Check into your hotel. Stay overnight in Hanoi.

Day 2:Hanoi Sightseeing full day (B,L)
Hanoi,a city of lakes,shaded boulevards and public parks,is the capital of Vietnam. It is a very attractive city with French-style architecture. You have a full day of sightseeing ahead,including a visit to One Pillar Pagoda,which was built by Ly Thai Tong and the Temple of Literature,founded by Emperor Ly Thanh Tong. Stop in the heart of Hanoi at Hoan Kiem Lake,which contains an islet with a tiny Tortoise Pagoda. After lunch at a local restaurant,visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum,the Opera House and St. Joseph Cathedral. Conclude with a visit to Bao Tang Lich,once the museum of l’Ecole Francaise d’Extreme Orient,which includes artifacts from Vietnam’s turbulent history. Water Puppet Show,Cyclo visiting Old Quarter. Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 3:Excursion to Halong Bay and Stay overnight on Board. (B,L,D)
Early this morning,we’ll drive from Hanoi to one of the most magnificent scenic environments in the world,Halong Bay. Covering 577 square miles,this vast bay is filled with more than 3,000 limestone “peaks” or karsts that jut from the deep blue water as far as the eye can see. We’ll spend a day and a half,including an overnight with dinner and breakfast onboard,exploring this overwhelming seascape from the decks of a traditional Vietnamese boat. Comfortable and intimate,your boat features hand-crafted wooden interiors including a dining room and pleasant air-conditioned cabins with private baths. Since we’re overnight on the water,we’ll be able to explore Ha Long Bay’s most beautiful spots with time to swim and even visit some of the largest rock formations and caves. This promises to be one of your most memorable travel experiences in Asia. Stay overnight on Boat.

Day 4:Halong Bay Cruise – Hanoi. (B,L)
Rising to the sound of lapping bay waters,we have time for an early morning dip followed by breakfast. Sitting on the upper deck,you can relax while taking in the breath-taking beauty of the rocky islands rising from the emerald water of the bay. After breakfast,explore Sung Sot cave,swim and relax. Cruises back to the jetty while brunch is served while you are cruising through the bay,along the way seeing more of the fascinating formations. Cruise check-out. Cruise check-out. Rejoin car drive back Hanoi. Arrive hotel at 3:00pm. Check in &free for leisure (sightseeing &shopping in Old Quarter). Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 5:Hanoi free for leisure – Depart to Hue (B)
Having breakfast at hotel. Enjoy your time in Hanoi Old Quarter. Taking flight to Hue in noon time. When arrive Hue City. Picked up &transfer to hotel for check in. Overnight in Hue City.

Day 6:Full day sightseeing in Hue City – Old Imperial City. (B,L)
Spend full day to visit Hue City,Vietnam’s political capital from 1802 to 1945 under the 13 emperors of the Nguyen Dynasty. Traditionally,the city has been one of Vietnam’s cultural,religious and educational centers. Visit the Imperial City,which is located in the Citadel. Modeled after the Forbidden City in Beijing,the Imperial City was built in the early 19th century. Explore the Thai Hoa Palace,with its spacious hall and ornate roof of huge timbers supported by 80 carved and lacquered columns. See the Halls of the Mandarins,the Nine Dynastic Urns and the site where the Forbidden Purple City once stood. Overnight in Hue City.

Day 7:Thien Mu Pagoda/Tomb of Emperor Minh Mang. (B,L)
Just outside Hue,visit the Thien Mu Pagoda on the bank of the Perfume River,which was a hotbed of anti-government protest during the early 1960s. Next,visit the complex of the Tomb of Emperor Minh Mang,built in 1840,which is known for its magnificent architecture and elaborate decorations and is considered one of Hue’s most beautiful pagodas. After lunch at a local restaurant,visit Tu Duc Tomb,which was built for meditation,reading and theater performances in a tranquil setting of forested hills and lakes. Your final stop is at Khai Dinh,the last monument of the Nguyen dynasty. It has a remarkably long staircase flanked by dragons,ceiling murals and ceramic frescoes. Return to your hotel on the riverbank where your Art Deco inspired rooms are reminiscent of the 1920s and 1950s. Overnight in Hue City.

Day 8:Leave Hue to Danang/City Sightseeing. (B,L)
Today,journey south past the Hai Van Pass and Land Co,over a spur of the Truong Son Mountain Range that juts into the South China Sea,with spectacular views along the way. Upon arrival in Danang,visit the Cham Museum,which features a fine collection of openair sandstone carvings. Stop at China Beach,made famous in the American TV series of the same name. It stretches for many miles north and south of the Marble Mountains. The Marble Mountains surrounding the area are five stone hillocks – once islands made of marble – and each is said to represent one of the five elements of the universe. There are many natural caves in which Buddhist sanctuaries have been built over the centuries. Transfer to Hoi An Ancient Town. Check in hotel &overnight in Hoi An.

Day 9:Hoi An Excursion/Thu Bon River Boat Trip. (B,L)
Enjoy a full-day excursion to Hoi An,a major trading center,once known as “Faifo” to the earliest Western traders. It was also an important port for the Dutch,Portuguese,Italian,Chinese,Japanese and other merchant vessels from the Far East. Visit a temple with partially gilded statues in the center,a pagoda dedicated to sailors and fishermen and a chapel with origins in the 1700s that reflects the influences of Chinese and Japanese styles. Stop at the Sa Huynh Museum,located near the Japanese Covered Bridge,which contains exhibitions from the earliest period of Hoi An’s history. Late this afternoon,take a boat trip on the Thu Bon River to Kim Bing Village on Cam Kim Island to see the wood workers and shipbuilding families. Return to your haven on world-famous “China Beach,” with the evening at your leisure. Overnight in Hoi An.

Day 10:My Son Sanctuary half day Tour &free go shopping (B,L)
Leave hotel at 8:00am. Drive to My Son,a World Heritage,50 km southwest of Hoi An. Located in a lush valley,My Son was a capital and religious center of Cham people,now remaining with red brick towers and sanctuaries. My Son,considered to be in the same league as some of Southeast Asia’s greatest archaeological sites,including Angkor in Cambodia,Bagan in Myanmar,Ayutthaya in Thailand and Borobudur in Indonesia. These towers and sanctuaries was built from the 7 to 13 centuries. Return to Town for lunch. In afternoon,free go shopping in Hoi An Town. Overnight in Hoi An.


Day 11:Leave Hoi An to Nha Trang Beach City (B)
Free for leisure in the morning until transfer to Danang Airport to take flight to Nha Trang Beach City – one of the most beautiful Beaches in over the World. Pick up &transfer to hotel. Check in &overnight in Nha Trang City.
 
Day 12. Nha Trang Sightseeing (B,L)

In the morning you will transfer to Cau Da port for a cruise on the Nha Trang Bay to visit Tri Nguyen Aquarium on Mieu Island to enjoy hundreds of nice and precious marine creatures then continue the trip to Mun Island -the best island for snorkeling with lots of lives colorful corals and fish. Taking a fresh lunch at the Con Se Tre island and relax. Back to hotel. Overnight in Nha Trang. 

Day 13. Nha Trang (B)
Today is a free day at leisure in Nha Trang for relaxing and unwinding at the resort overlooking beautiful Bay. Snorkel or dive among the coral reefs in crystal blue waters,hike nature trails,cool off in your private plunge pool,indulge in spa treatments or just relax on the white sand beach and admire the unspoiled mountain and sea views. Overnight in Nha Trang.

Day 14:Nha Trang – Da lat – City of Love (B,L)
Breakfast then leave Nha Trang beach City to Da Lat romantic City by car. Spend 4,5 hours on the car for sightseeing along the way. Arrive Da Lat in the noon time. After lunch,start visiting Da Lat as half day City Tour with palaces &Waterfalls. Late in the afternoon you will be able to take a short walk to get a feel for this delightful city. In the evening you will head out to one of the fine restaurants in town. Overnight in Dalat.

Day 15:Dalat sightseeing full day (B,L)
Today you will take a tour of Da Lat and the surrounding areas. We will visit Bao Dai Palace . From here you visit the rather bizarre and very aptly named Crazy House,a brightly painted concrete house which winds itself around trees,mimicking their shapes. It now functions as a guesthouse. Next visit is Truc Lam Thien Vien and Pagoda. This afternoon,for those interested can take the short train ride on the Cremaillere railway to the village of Tri Mat. In the evening,you will enjoy fine cuisine at a local restaurant. Overnight in Dalat.\

Day 16:Free for leisure in Dalat – Depart for Ho Chi Minh City (B)
Breakfast will be severed at hotel in the morning. Free to discover Dalat City in the morning. Leave Dalat for Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon by Vietnam Airlines. Arrive Ho Chi City,warmly welcome by Tour Guide. Pick up &transfer to hotel. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 17:Ho Chi Minh City Sightseeing full day. (B,L)
Having breakfast at hotel &start visiting Saigon,the largest Vietnamese city. There are street markets,sidewalk cafes and sleek new bars. This teeming metropolis offers 300 years of timeless traditions and the beauty of an ancient culture. To the west of the city is the huge Chinese neighborhood called Colon,which means “Big Market.” Notre Dame Cathedral,in the heart of Saigon’s government quarter,is of neo- Romanesque architecture with two high square tower and iron spires. The Central Post Office is French-style and City Hall,known as “Hotel de Ville,” is typical of the French architecture that would be seen in any village in France. Visit the War Remnants Museum,featuring collections of weapons and photographs from the two Indochina wars. Stay overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 18:Discover Mekong Delta/River. (B,L)
Today takes you to My Tho,the capital of Tien Giang Province. Situated on the Mekong River,75 kilometers southeast of Ho Chi Minh City,the city is surrounded by orchards and rice fields,which produce grain for the entire country. Visit one or two of the islands that produce traditional handcrafts,coconut candy and bee farms. Visit the Vinh Trang Pagoda,the oldest one in the delta on your boat trip on the Mekong River. Check in hotel &overnight in Can Tho City.

Day 19:Visit floating Markets &Village (B,L)
Wake up in early morning to take the boat trip to Cai Rang Floating Market – one of the most bustling floating markets in Mekong Delta with hundreds of small boats barging and jostling for space to sell their goods and to experience the Mekong rural lifestyle. After sampling local fruits,our guide will escort the guests back to the hotel through myriad canals. Lunch at local restaurant before return to Ho Chi Minh City. Arrive Ho Chi Minh City at 4:00pm. Free for leisure. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 20:Conclude Saigon/Ho Chi Minh City. (B)
You have the morning free to relax before your return flight home. Finish unforgettable Vietnam trip with Vietnam Tour Advisor or you can extend some day to Siem Reap (Cambodia),Mui Ne (Phan Thiet) or Phu Quoc Island. Good bye &see you in the next time!

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Vietnam Gourmet

Day 1: Saigon Arrival
Arrive at Saigon airport, meet the guide with the welcome signboard. Transfer to hotel for check in with an orientation tour of Saigon city to have an overview of Saigon.  If time permits, dinner at one of the finest local restaurant in Saigon. Free at your own leisure.
Accommodation: Hotel in  Saigon
Meals: N/A

Day 2:  Saigon Cooking Class
Morning cooking lesson at the Vietnam Cookery Center: the hands-on cooking course is conducted by a professional chef and translated by a MC who will explain the teaching of the chef and talk about the history and culture of Vietnamese cuisine. The lesson includes a market visit and lunch. Afternoon excursion to the Cu Chi Tunnels : Cu Chi was an important base during the American War, because of its strategic location. The Vietcong built a 200km long network of tunnels connecting command posts, hospitals, shelters, and weapon factories. Dug out by hand tools without the use of cement, this amazing network was only recently opened to tourists.
Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 3:  Saigon - Mekong Delta
Leave your hotel at 7.30 for a 3-hour drive to Cai Be with stop en route at Trung Luong Bonsai garden for a tea break. Upon arrival, board a motorized boat to visit the popcorn cake, rice paper making family before visiting the lively floating market of Cai Be. Then continue by boat towards Vinh Long province to see the diverse fish traps in order to learn a kind of lazy fishing. After cruising along small shady canals, we step ashore and take a chance to watch a typical and interesting music show of the Mekong cultural life. Lunch is at the home/ bonsai garden. Afternoon, take a walk for about half an hour to enjoy the rural peaceful atmosphere of the countryside life, on the way we can also stop en route to learn more about fruit trees. Continue by boat to visit the brick and pottery factories. Back in the car at about 3 pm to drive to Can Tho. On arrival in the capital city of the Mekong Delta, do a walking city tour, including the local evening market to take photos of the busy trading activities before checking in the hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel in  Can Tho
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 4:  Mekong Delta - Saigon
Early morning board for a 3-hour cruise to Cai Rang and Phong Dien, 2 big floating markets with stops at a Bun Tau noodle factory and a short trek before arriving at a rice-husking mill. You can even try passing one of the many fragile monkey bridges along the canals photo shot. At the floating markets, you will discover a typical way of displaying and advertising farm products of local people gathering on the Mekong river to trade their goods. Drive back to Saigon with a lunch stop at My Tho.
Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5: Saigon - Danang - Hoi An
Morning transfer to the airport to take flight to Danang. Pick up upon arrival to Danang. Visit the fascinating Cham Museum, famous China Beach and the Marble Mountains en route to charming Hoi An. Known as Faifo to early Western traders, it was one of South East Asia's major international ports and today it still retains that special old-world feel. Enjoy a walking tour through the Old Quarter and try some of the local specialties. Hoi An is also famous for its large number of tailor shops, so if you want to have a new wardrobe made up, this is the time to do it.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoian
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6:  Hoi An Cooking Class
We will meet at Hai Scout Cafe in the Old town of Hoian. Our first stop is Hoi An's colourful market to experience the amazing sights, sounds and aromas of this busy market. We will have the opportunity to interact with the local sellers and purchase some of the ingredients to be used in the cooking lesson later. We board the Red Bridge boat for a leisurely cruise (25 minutes) along the Hoi An River to the Red Bridge Cooking School. This is a chance to view local river life, so make sure your camera is handy. On arrival, we have a chance to explore the cooking school's herb and vegetable garden, before learning about some of Hoi An's and Vietnam's well-known dishes. The cooking class is an interesting and fun way to learn about the local cuisine - the class runs for about an hour and 15 minutes, and includes demonstrations from the school's chefs as well as the chance for us to help prepare some dishes. Included in the demonstration is a brief introduction to Vietnamese food carving (plate decoration). Free at leisure by your own to explore the ancient town of Hoi An or shopping at tailor shops.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoian
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 7: Hoi An - Danang - Hanoi
Morning transfer to Danang airport for flight to Hanoi. After check-in hotel in Hanoi we enjoy  1 hour cyclo trip visiting Hanoi City's old quarters.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Meals: Breakfast


Day 8:  Hanoi Cooking and Sightseeing Tours
Morning cooking class: Today’s class begins with a walk, accompanied by the Chef of the Spices Garden Restaurant, to the local market, where participants get a chance to learn all about Vietnamese ingredients. After that, everyone rolls up their sleeves in the kitchen to prepare a proper Vietnamese meal. After the class lunch will be served in the Spices Garden Vietnamese Restaurant to sample all the different dishes prepared during the class. This afternoon you will discover Hanoi with an English speaking guide. Part of your tour will include sightseeing by cyclo, a bicycle type taxi, by which you’ll discover the Old Quarter made up of the so called "36 streets," most of which are named after the crafts or merchandise traditionally sold there. Dinner tonight at another of Hanoi’s fine restaurants. Afterwards enjoy a performance of a traditional water puppet show. This fantastic art form originated in northern Vietnam and is best seen in Hanoi. The Municipal Water Puppet Theater is located on the shore of Hoan Kiem Lake.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.

Day 9:  Hanoi Departure
Free at leisure until transferring to the airport to take departure flight for next destination.
Meals: Breakfast.

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Vietnam Cuisine Delights

Days 1 –  Arrive Hanoi
Up on arrival, you are welcome by tour leader of us and will be transferred to your hotel in Hanoi. In the afternoon, you will have short tour briefing and take a cyclo ride through the Old Quarter, the best way to get to know the ancient laneways and local people. In the evening, enjoy the welcome dinner in one of the fineset restaurants in Hanoi with Travel consultant of Vietnam Today Travel. We will hand to you all travel documents and any of your questions related to this trip will get the full explanation from our staff.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Meals: Dinner.

Day 2 – Hanoi City Tour
For the early risers, may we suggest a stroll along the picturesque Hoa Kiem Lake where each morning, groups of locals gather to do their exercises along the lovely tree-lined promenade. You may cross over the red bridge at the north end to Ngoc Son Temple and the Tortoise Tower on a small island.
After breakfast, you will have a full day on your own to see the city so good walking shoes are a must. You will have many options to choose from:
- Temple of Literature, built in 11th Century and the country’s first University
- Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and Presidential Palace
- Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House
- One Pillar Pagoda
- Ethnology Museum
- Opera House
- Hoa Lo prison, which is also known as the “Hanoi Hilton”
- West Lake & Tran Quoc Pagoda
In the evening, attend a Water Puppet show – the unique form of  Vietnamese art derived from wet rice civilization of South East Asia.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi
Meal: Breakfast

Day 3 – Hanoi – Halong Bay Cruise
Have breakfast in hotel and drive to Halong Bay (180km about 3.5 hours) passing the countryside of the Red River Delta to the UNESCO World Heritage site.
A traditional style Vietnamese Junk Cruise is awaiting your arrival and will set sail at noon today for the 23 hours cruise on this magnifican bay. Lunch will be served on board amidst spectacular views of the bay. Afternoon will visit one of the largest caves in Halong Bay and a beach stop where you can swim in the refreshing waters of the South China Sea.
Tonight enjoy a fresh seafood dinner onboard your Junk.
Accommodation: on cruise
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 – Halong Bay – Hanoi airport – Hue.

Participate in Tai Chi on the top deck or simply watch the sunrise over the magnificent bay. Enjoy your morning cup of coffee or juice before setting out to the nearby cave on a row boat. Watch for monkeys high on the cliff tops. Return back to the Junk where breakfast is served, while sailing around Bay Tu Long bay where the movie “Indochine” was filmed.
Your cruise will end at noon and you will met your guide & driver for the trip back to Hanoi and then transfer the Noi Bai airport for your flight to Hue where your driver will await you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.
Note: there are only 3 flights a day from Hanoi to Hue (Departs: VN241-6.30, VN245 - 12.30 and VN247 - 19.20 therefore we may have to wait for a while when you take the late flight to Hue today)
Accommodation: Hotel in Hue
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch.

Day 5 – Hue City Tour
Today you explore this fabulous city - the former capital of Vietnam (1802 -1945 under Nguyen Dynasty). You start with a visit to the Citadel, which contains the Imperial City and the Forbidden Purple City, the Emperor's private residence. The Imperial City was created in the 19th century. There are many palaces and temples inside. You will even have the chance to play emperor yourself at a regal feast!You also visit the Imperial Museum, The Tu Hieu Pagoda, and the vibrant Dong Ba Riverside market.
Accommodation: hotel in Hue
Meals: breakfast

Days 6 - 7 ~ Hue - Hoi An
We drive through spectacular coastal scenery towards Hoi An, visiting sacred Marble Mountain along the way Champa museum and China Beach. We introduce you to the delights of Hoi An on a fun cyclo tour and cruise the peaceful Thu Bon River at sunset. For something different, we embark on the family-run ‘Fisherman eco-tour’ that gives you a real insight into Vietnamese life. In a tranquil canal rarely visited by tourists, we will learn about the lives of local fisherman. Try your hand at their fishing techniques and learn how to navigate a basket boat through the narrow waterways!
Follow our local chef to for shopping at the market and learn how the local people prepare for a meal then enjoy the Cooking Class at a restaurant. Today the dinner is included.

Days 8 - 11 ~ Saigon & Mekong Delta.

Fly to Vietnam’s most exciting city, Saigon. A walking tour to the most iconic sights in District I will acquaint you with the Opera House, the Cathédrale Notre Dame, and Dong Khoi Street. Visit the nearby Cu Chi Tunnels to learn about the tenacity and resilience of the Vietnamese. Travel into the Mekong Delta and cycle around a small village, where you will spend the night at a memorable home-stay, before returning to Saigon.

Day 12 - Free until departure time.

Driver and guide will transfer you the airport for departure flight.
Accommodation at Hotel in Saigon and  Home-Stay in Mekong Delta

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Vietnam Discovery 14 Days

Day 1 - Welcome to Vietnam - Arrive In Hanoi
Upon arrival to Hanoi international airport, our guide & driver will be await for you and transfer to hotel in town for check in and tour briefing. Later in the afternoon, we take the orientation tour of the center Hanoi, walking around the guild streets in the Old Quarter of Hanoi. In the evening, enjoy the welcome dinner in one of the finest restaurants in Hanoi.
Meal: Dinner.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hanoi.

Day 2: Hanoi City Tour – Night train to LaoKai.

Have breakfast in the hotel and enjoy a full day City Tour.
The visit includes most of the City’s outstanding historical and cultural sites.
- Hanoi Opera House and Hoan Kiem Lake
- Temple of Literature, built in 11th Century and the country’s first University
- The complex of Ho Chi Minh historical sites, also called the political center of Vietnam.
- HCM’s Stilt House and One Pillar Pagoda
- Visit one of the museums in Hanoi (Museum of History, Museum of Ethnology, Museum of Fine Art, Hoa Lo prison which is also known as the “Hanoi Hilton”) Evening highlight is Water Puppet Show – the traditional performance dated 11th century. You will have time for dinner then transfer to Hanoi Railway Station for night train to LaoKai.
Meal: Breakfast.
Accommodation: on train.

Day 3: LaoCai – Sapa.

The train will pull in around 6:00 A.M at LaoKai Station, near the border of China; where you will meet our tour guide & driver. It takes about 50 minutes to drive up hills to Sapa Town (40 km), the premier destination of Northwest Vietnam. Spend the rest of the day for exploring the charming town, visiting market and getting
acquaint with the hill-tribal people such as H'mong, Red Zao, Zay... then a short walk out of the town for great view of the magnificent Fansipan mountain range, deep valleys and terraced rice paddies at sunset.
Meal: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Sapa.

Day 4: Sapa trekking and visiting hill tribe villages.

A whole day for discover the nature as well as different culture of hill tribal people. Up and down hill from village to villages. We start in Lao Chai and you have couple grade of trekking to choose from soft trek, medium trek to hard trek in the Muong Hoa valley. The trip passing Y Linh Ho, LaoChai San to Ta Van... visit home of H'mong,Red Zao and Zay people
Great opportunity for taking photos of breathtaking landscapes, meeting friendly hill tribe people at home and work... Enjoy the home hosted lunch at the village of Zday people. Later in the afternoon a jeep or van will take you back to Sapa town.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Accommodation: Hotel in Sapa.

Day 5: Sapa – Laocai – Night train back to Hanoi.
In this area there are some Fair Markets which can't be missed (Can Cau on Saturday,
Bac Ha on Sunday, Coc Ly on Tuesday, Xin Cheng on Wednesday).
For the second choice, you will check out hotel early and leave Sapa for about 3 hours driving to the market. Join in the colorful market of the tribal people in this region. On the fair market the H'mong, Dzao, Phu La people in their best traditional costumes go to the market for shopping and meeting friends and relatives.
Late afternoon, drive to the Chinese border gate for a short visit before driving to the railways station for night train to Hanoi.
Meal: Breakfast.
Accommodation: on train.

Day 6: Early arrive in Hanoi – Full day excursion to Halong Bay.
The train arrives in Hanoi early in the morning. Visit the flower market in Hanoi. Drive to Halong Bay passing the countryside of Red river Delta. Whole the afternoon we will discover the bay by private boat. Seafood lunch served on boat.
On the 4 hours boat cruising around the World Heritage Site of Halong Bay, you will enjoy the spectacular view of the thousands of rock formations, jutting out from emerald water. The trip includes visiting one of the caves in this area.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Accommodation: Hotel in Halong.

Day 7: Halong – Danang – Hoian.
We leave Halong in the morning to the airport for the flight to Da Nang. Visit Cham sculpture Museum, China Beach, Marble Mountain and marble carving workshop.
Proceed to Hoian, the World Cultural Heritage.
In the rest of the afternoon, take the walking tour to explore Hoian town. We will visit Hoian museum, Old merchants' house, Assembly hall, Japanese covered bridge. Walk along the bank of the lively Thu Bon River, once prosperous & famous as a trading port.
Meal: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoian.

Day 8: Hoian – My Son Holy Land.
Discovery trip to My Son, 40 km from Hoian, for admiring great architectural and art works of the Cham lost Kingdom.
Having a brief understanding of the history, culture for which My Son was recognized the World Cultural Heritage.
Afternoon is free time for shopping, wandering around or relax.
Meal: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hoian.

Day 9: Hoian – Danang – Hue.

After breakfast, we drive 4 hours northwards to Hue, the ancient capital of Vietnam. Take some stops on the way to see the spectacular view on the top of “Hai Van Pass” and the legend beach of Lang Co.
Afternoon, sightseeing in Hue to the Ancient Imperial Citadel, a complex of palaces and temples built by the Nguyen from early 19th Century for which Hue was recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage.
Late in the afternoon, enjoy a leisure boat-ride along the scenic Perfume River to visit
Thien Mu pagoda.
Meal: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Hue.

Day 10: Hue – Saigon.
Start the day with Vietnamese way! Take a walking tour of Hue before returning to the hotel for breakfast. Check out hotel and on the way to airport, you will visit the mausoleum of King Tu Duc – a replica of the King's palace but built purposely for the next incarnation before flying to Saigon at noon.
Briefing tour of Saigon to famous landmarks such as: the Post Office and Notre Dame Cathedral – two of the city's architectural landmarks then onto China Town, Binh Tay market and Thien Hau pagoda.
Back to downtown and a short walk via Opera House, City Hall...
Meal: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon.

Day 11: Saigon – Can Tho.
After breakfast, depart the hotel and drive southward to the Cai Be – Vinh Long Province. Here the group will see the Mekong Delta (“Nine Dragon River Delta). This is special experience of Mekong Delta. We will visit the Candy factory, orchard garden, listen to traditional music and have lunch in the ancient house
We cross the island in the middle of Mekong River by oars boats. Stay overnight in Can Tho – the capital of Mekong Delta. Late afternoon take the short
walk to the local market nearby.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch.
Accommodation: Hotel in Can Tho.

Day 12: Can Tho – Saigon.
Depart hotel early in the morning to board a boat to visit the famous Cai Rang floating market. Continue the boat ride to visit the orchards and try the tropical fruits. Get back to Can Tho for lunch. Continue on to Saigon, arriving in the late afternoon.
Meal: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon.

Day 13: Cao Dai Temple & Cu Chi Tunnels.
Enjoy a morning drive through typical southern Vietnamese countryside to Tay Ninh Province to visit Cao Dai, a local sect of Buddhism, and join a memorable noon daily ceremony of the Cao Dai followers.
After lunchtime back to a historic site of the Vietnam War - the Cu Chi Tunnels, an incredible underground network constructed by the local people and guerillas to survive the war against the American explosive attacks. We can even crawl a part inside the tunnel to understand the living of Vietnamese shoulders during the wartime.
Drive back to Saigon in the afternoon, check in hotel and relax.
Meal: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Saigon.

Day 14: Saigon Departure.

Free on your own until your departure time. Guide and driver will pick you to the airport for your flight home.
Meal: Breakfast.
Accommodation: N/

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