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Day 1

Arrive Vietnam

Xin Chao! Welcome to Vietnam, the land of the “Ascending Dragon”.

Once you have cleared all customs procedures in Hanoi, collect your luggage and head towards the exit of the terminal where your English-speaking driver will be waiting to chauffeur you to your overnight hotel. Once checked in, the remaining day is at your leisure.

3 Nights in Hanoi – you can choose your hotel and standards below

Hanoi
Day 2

Hanoi City Tour

Begin the day by being greeted by your private English-speaking guide for a visit to the historic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, an imposing monument of marble and granite built to house the preserved body of beloved revolutionary leader Ho Chi Minh.

Next, visit the One Pillar Pagoda, a Buddhist temple built of wood in 1049 in the shape of a lotus blossom and set on a single stone pillar. Continue on to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first national university built in the late 11th century.

This afternoon, visit the fascinating Museum of Ethnology, which houses an extensive collection of traditional costumes and artefacts from Vietnam’s 54 ethnic minority groups. Drive back to central Hanoi for a walking tour through the famed Old Quarter known for its ‘36 streets of 36 wares’ named after the original 36 artisan guilds that date as far back as the 13th century.

The day concludes with a water puppet performance, a uniquely northern Vietnamese art form said to have originated in the flooded rice fields of the Red River Delta.

Breakfast and lunch included

Day 3

Hoa Lu and Tam Coc

Depart Hanoi for a comfortable private drive to Tràng An. Known for its spectacular landscape of limestone karst peaks, the sheer vertical walls abruptly rise 200 metres (656 feet) above the surrounding land and water. Dense rainforest covers the landscape, clinging to the cliffs and peaks, blending naturally with rice paddies and rivers, creating a picturesque patchwork of colour.

Visit Vietnam’s ancient capital of Hoa Lu, once a centralised feudal state from the end of the 10th century, and the temples of the Dinh and Le dynasties, surrounded by rice paddies.

Continue to Tam Coc, also known as “Halong Bay on Land”, where a skilled rower will take you on a two-hour slow journey on winding rivers and canals. Enjoy views of beautiful karst formations while entering three natural caves formed under hills on the way back to Tam Coc for lunch, before returning to Hanoi late afternoon.

Breakfast and lunch included

Hoa Lu
Day 4

Halong Bay

After breakfast, you leave Hanoi for a 2.5-hour comfortable car ride to Halong Bay. The scenery of Halong Bay, where thousands of limestone islands jut out of the emerald sea, sculpted into bizarre shapes, is truly an iconic image of Vietnam.

An overnight boat trip is the best way to enjoy this Vietnamese must-see. As you arrive at the jetty in Halong City around noon, proceed with check-in formalities.

After lunch, you set sail toward the bay while enjoying some site visits and activities (depending on each boat’s itinerary) or relaxing on board. Toward the end of the day, your ship sets anchor for the night among the karst formations.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Overnight in Halong Bay – you can choose your cruise standards below

Halong Bay
Day 5

Hanoi - Danang

The sun rises on Halong in the morning, and breakfast is served while the vessel cruises slowly back towards port. Disembark and transfer with your English-speaking driver to Hanoi airport for your onward flight to Danang.

Upon arrival, your English-speaking driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel for check-in, where the rest of the day will be at leisure.

Breakfast included
4 Nights in Danang – you can choose your hotel and standards below

Danang Beach
Day 6

Day at Leisure

Relax and unwind from touring at your own pace in Danang. Spend some time exploring the laid back vibe of Danang by enjoying a leisurely day at the beach, exploring local villages, or simply sampling some of the local food.

Breakfast included

Danang Beach
Day 7

Ba Na Hill with Golden Bridge / Day at Leisure

Depending on your chosen standard, Comfort travellers will enjoy their time in Danang at leisure.

Deluxe and Indulgence travellers will set out for Ba Na Hill with their English-speaking private guide and driver. Ba Na Hill is full of flora, fauna, and rare animals like Crested Argus, Asian Black Bear, and Northern Buffed-Cheeked Gibbon. Located at an elevation of 1,487 meters, it has cool temperatures all year round.

Ride on a modern system of cable cars to get a bird’s eye view of the surrounding area, before visiting some old French villas, a nearby Suspension Bridge, and a stunning Mountain Peak that extends 1,400 meters above sea level.

Next, walk along the famous Golden Bridge, supported by giant hands, you’ll feel like you are walking in the clouds.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to Danang.

Breakfast included
Lunch included for Deluxe and Indulgence

Danang Golden Bridge
Day 8

Cooking Experience / Day at Leisure

Depending on your chosen standard, Comfort travellers will enjoy another day at leisure in Danang, whereas Deluxe and Indulgence travellers will be introduced to the Red Bridge Cooking School, one of the highlights of the culinary scene in Hoi An!

Deluxe and Indulgence travellers will meet their chef and other guests at Hai Café in the Ancient Town for a brief introduction to the school; then meander through Hoi An’s colourful central market with your chef and take in all its sights, sounds, and aromas. Learn how to select fresh produce and ingredients essential for Vietnamese cuisine. Embark on a relaxing 20-minute boat trip along the Thu Bon River to arrive at the school. After a tour of the herb garden, join a hands-on cooking class led by an expert instructor and learn how to prepare delicious dishes you’ll savour afterwards in the lovely restaurant overlooking the river. Enjoy a short local cruise back to Hoi An town before returning to your Danang hotel, where the rest of the day is at your leisure.

Breakfast included
Lunch included for Deluxe and Indulgence

Red Bridge Cooking School Hoi An
Day 9

Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh City

Today, your English-speaking driver will collect you from your hotel for a transfer back to Danang airport and an onward flight to Saigon.

Upon arrival, your private English-speaking driver will meet you and transfer you to your Ho Chi Minh City hotel for check-in, where the rest of the afternoon will be at leisure.

This evening, get ready for a fascinating ride on vintage Vespa scooters to discover the busy streets of Saigon after dark, with a delicious local food tasting in the most authentic local restaurants. Continue to zig-zag through the hustle and bustle of streets before ending your night at a cozy speakeasy to taste signature cocktails or mocktails.

Breakfast and street food style dinner included
3 Nights in Ho Chi Minh City – you can choose your hotel and standards below

Vietnam Vespa
Day 10

The Mekong River Delta

This morning, depart with your private English-speaking driver and guide for Ben Tre (a town in the Mekong River Delta). At the pier, embark on an exciting motorboat excursion that takes you deeper into the countryside via smaller canals.

After crossing back over the river, visit An Bình Island and its handmade canal while enjoying lunch at a local homestay. Walk around this orchard and enjoy some cups of tea while listening to traditional music played by local musicians in an ancient house.

Travel with your guide to a local village to enjoy some sweets and hot tea, or even take a bike ride through the streets of this small town. See how local artisans create beautiful potteries from clay in brick kilns. The cruise will end at Vinh Long city where you will begin the private journey back to Ho Chi Minh City.

Breakfast and lunch included

MEKONG DELTA
Day 11

Ho Chi Minh City

With over eight million inhabitants and four million motorbikes, Saigon is truly a city that never sleeps. Despite its modernity, Saigon maintains a solid link to the past, and today, you will enjoy taking in some of Saigon’s historic landmarks with your local private English-speaking guide.

Begin at the Notre Dame Cathedral (built in 1883), a red brick edifice with twin campaniles constructed from materials imported from France.

Venture across the square to the Central Post Office and the former Presidential Palace. Continue to the War Remnants Museum for a vivid perspective of the American War through the eyes of the Vietnamese. (Please note that some of the displays are very graphic.) While there, practice your Vietnamese with your guide to learn about daily life in Saigon before returning to your hotel, where the rest of the day is at your leisure.

Breakfast and lunch included

Day 12

Depart Vietnam

Enjoy some free time at leisure before being transferred by your English-speaking driver to the airport for your onward flight. Depending on your chosen airline, most flights will arrive in Australia the following morning.

Breakfast included

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Included in this itinerary

  • 3 Nights in Hanoi
  • Overnight Halong Bay cruise
  • 4 Nights in Danang
  • 3 Nights in Ho Chi Minh
  • Daily Breakfast, five lunches and two dinners
  • All sightseeing as described in the program
  • Admission to sights
  • Domestic flights from Hanoi-Danang and Danang-Saigon
  • Private qualified licensed English-speaking local guide in each city
  • Private car and English-speaking driver for transfers
  • In destination local representative or trip coordinator
  • All administrations
  • Service charges and government tax

All trip inclusions

  • Golden Bridge Tour with lunch
  • Red Bridge cooking experience with lunch

Deluxe extra inclusions

  • Golden Bridge Tour with lunch
  • Red Bridge cooking experience with lunch
  • VIP fast track on arrival and departure
  • Prepaid tips and gratuities
  • Upgraded luxury limousine transfers
  • Domestic flight with business class
  • One fine dining dinner in Hanoi

Indulgence extra inclusions

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    Conditions

    Australian ordinary passport holders travelling to Vietnam as a tourist require a visa before departing Australia. Travellers who only require a single entry for 30 days or less may apply for an E-visa at least 5 days before travelling; details can be found through your Click and Trip online account. Travellers should ensure that their passports have at least six months of validity beyond the expected stay in Vietnam date.

    Our local supplier requires travellers to hold proper medical travel insurance. For any travellers that do not hold insurance and refuse to sign the waiver before the departure date, the supplier reserves the right not to proceed with the trip, and travellers will adhere to the cancellation charges mentioned above. By choosing this trip, you acknowledge your acceptance of the above terms and conditions.

    The exchange rate is 1 Australian Dollar (AUD) = 16,635 Vietnamese Dong
    *Correct as of December 2022

    International flights

    Visa fee for Vietnam

    Any meals not listed, beverages, personal expenses etc

    Tips and gratuities for Comfort and Deluxe

    Cost of optional tours; items not explicitly mentioned as included

    Excess baggage

    Items of personal nature, such as room service; laundry; phone calls, and beverages with meals etc

    International travel insurance

    Public holiday surcharge (if any) and compulsory Gala Dinner on 24 Dec and 31 Dec

    Expenses derived from problems external to the organisation related to weather conditions

    Anything not mentioned in the included section

    Surcharge for airport transfers from 12:00 am – 05:00 am

    Changes:

    Airfare and itinerary changes can be made via your online account or the Emergency Contact Team. Changes after initial confirmation will incur a fee of $100 per booking in addition to travel service provider fees.

    Cancellations:

    ●  65+ days before arrival, $200 per person cancellation fees + the airline cancellation fees

    ●  64-35 days before arrival, 15% cancellation charge of trip cost + the airline cancellation fees

    ●  34-20 days before arrival, 25% cancellation charge of trip cost + the airline cancellation fees

    ●  19-12 days before arrival, 60% cancellation charge of trip cost + the airline cancellation fees

    ●  11 or less days before arrival, 100% cancellation charge

    Unfortunately, we don’t offer fully customised trips; however, if there is a minor amendment to what is provided, please contact us for options we may be able to assist with. We do provide a self-booking system with a range of trip itineraries, inclusions, and standards to best suit your needs. For more days at leisure, we recommend selecting the essential trip itineraries as they typically include fewer daily scheduled activities.

    The “No Flights” option, or modifying your flight date search, allows you to accommodate side trips or excursions easily. Check out our tutorial video HERE on how to modify flights.

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    Private guided trips let you choose a package that suits your schedule, budget, and activity preference. Itineraries are set in advance though you choose the dates, travel companion(s), and comfort level.

    Our fully inclusive holidays feature private drivers, local private guides, and private stays. We offer trips to suit every demographic imaginable, from couples to singles, retirees to families, and everyone in between.

    Yes infants and children are accepted to book onto this trip. Children under the age of 7 years will only incur a surcharge of 50% when sharing bed with parents. 8 and older are required to have their own bed and based on a triple share pricing.

    We’re the sole Australian company for many of our travel partners as well as the exclusive vendor for some of our products. What’s more, we’re the first online travel agency to offer instant confirmation for private guided trips. Such bookings were previously limited to custom tours by sales agents. Needless to say, we’re proud to serve a niche market!

    Click and Trip is accredited by the International Air Transit Association (IATA 02366862), which sets international standards for airline ticket sales. We also have more than 30 years of combined experience in the tourism industry. To learn more about our qualified representatives, click here.

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    We make it easy for you to plan, book and enjoy your next adventure. Select an itinerary based on your travel preferences, identify the best time to travel using our interactive weather maps and choose your preferred airline. After receiving confirmation, you can access your account, download travel checklists, book visas, and more. Let us simplify your experience!

    Our three travel styles — Essentials, Explorer, and Adventurer — include a range of travel experiences. We also offer standards from comfort (3*) to ultra-luxurious (5*). Visit our trip styles page here to find your perfect fit.

    Absolutely! You’ll still receive the same inclusions as a couple, family, or small group, plus private local guides and drivers. Our suppliers always provide a safe travel environment regardless of group preference. Please note our all-inclusive pricing for accommodation, transportation, and guides is charged per travel group. Solo travellers are charged a single supplement fee.

    Yes, our local supplier requires that all travellers hold proper personal medical insurance and for any travellers that do not hold insurance and refuse to sign the waiver before the departure date, the supplier reserves the right not to proceed with the trip and will incur cancellation charges. This is also noted under the important section above.

    Where it is not noted by the supplier under the important section, the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade still highly recommends travel insurance for all overseas travellers. Click and Trip supports this recommendation and provides information on available policies, how to buy as well as other pointers.

    Travel insurance protects against unforeseen events that could prevent you from travelling. Please don’t delay! We encourage travellers to book a policy after receiving their personalised documents. Travel insurance is normally covered from the day of purchase. In other words, you’ll be protected from incidents prior to departure, depending on your coverage.

    At a minimum, your travel insurance should cover cancellation, medical and repatriation expenses. It should also include personal injury and accident, death, loss of personal baggage and money, as well as personal liability insurance.

    Credit card companies and reciprocal medical coverage agreements do not always include comprehensive insurance. To learn more, talk to a recommended travel insurance provider or read our terms and conditions.

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    Absolutely. Please indicate any special requests like bedding, dietary, or medical requirements on the confirmation page. We’ll do our best to accommodate your needs. Some airlines require advanced notification of dietary requirements, while other hotels limit capacity for rooms or suites. Please note that we cannot meet every request though we’ll do our best to make a memorable trip.

    Not all of our vehicles are wheelchair accessible, which precludes wheelchair users and limited-mobility travellers. Please get in touch before booking to check your exact mobility requirements. Travellers should be reasonably fit to participate in all our trips. As always, please consult your doctor for all health enquiries before booking.

    “From prices” are the best prices available within a calendar year; they’re generally based on two people sharing a room in the low season. Prices may be subjected to additional fees. For example, high-season travel, solo travel or larger group/room size may exceed the “from price.” International flight pricing depends on your airline choice, date, and routing.

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