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Hanoi
Must do's:
• Explore the Old Quarter by foot or cyclo.
• Join the faithful at Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum.
• Watch the locals doing their morning exercises at Hoan Kiem Lake.
• Wander the historic Temple of Literature.
• Enjoy a performance of the famous water puppet theatre.
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Starting at Hoan Kiem Lake, where
elderly men play chess in the park, we venture inside the Ngoc Son Temple before heading to the lively
Old Quarter. Each street is dedicated to selling one type of merchandise, like silk or stainless steel. Then take
a load off at a local cafe sipping authentic Vietnamese-style coffee.
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Half day tour
From Hanoi
$35 p.p
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-OQW-HN |
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Get to know the capital’s unique
old world charm. Join the faithful at Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, the One Pillar Pagoda and Uncle Ho’s
home. Then wander the ancient Temple of Literature before joining locals at Hoan Kiem Lake. A cyclo ride takes you through the lively
Old Quarter. We finish with a show
at the famous Water Puppet Theatre.
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Full day tour
From Hanoi
$89 p.p
incl. lunch
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-HH-HN |
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We meet at Highway 4 on the edge
of the Old Quarter and take a cyclo
to the market to learn about the
essential ingredients in Vietnamese
cooking. Back at the restaurant,
get decked out in your chef’s outfit
and start cooking before enjoying
your efforts at lunch.
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Half day tour
From Hanoi
$116 p.p
incl. lunch
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-HCC-HN |
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Vietnam has a tradition of fine arts
and craftsmanship. We visit two of
the oldest pottery and painting
villages in Asia to learn about their
history and methods. Bat Trang is
famous for pottery and Dong Ho for
traditional painting. After lunch, we
make our way to Dong Ky, famous
for its delicate woodwork, and to
Van Phuc where fine silk is made.
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Full day tour
From Hanoi
$90 p.p
incl. lunch
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-AC-HN |
Halong Bay
Must do's:
• Watch the sunset with a fresh seafood dinner.
• Experience life at one of the floating villages.
• Spend the day at sea soaking up the breathtaking scenery.
• Enjoy a swim at one of many hidden beaches.
• Explore caves and grottos.
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You can’t travel to the north of Vietnam without
spending some time sailing the spectacular
scenery of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Travel through the vivid green of the Red River
Delta, with its rice paddies and traditional villages,
before boarding our boat at Halong to while away
four hours on the bay.
Once away from shore, you’ll be enveloped by
the bay’s mystical beauty. We take time to stop at
islands and explore caves and grottoes, passing
floating villages and fishing boats.
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Full day tour
From Hanoi
$157 p.p
incl. lunch
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-HB-HL |
Sapa
Must do's:
• The colourful Bac Ha market on Sundays.
• Take a scenic trek to meet local hilltribe villagers.
• Check out wonderful handmade textiles.
• Explore rice terraces on the Hoang Lien mountains.
• Check out the Chinese boarder at Lao Cai.
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Immerse yourself in the daily lives of the local
minority hilltribe people, including the H’Mong,
Zay and Red Dzao, with a day of trekking in
the hills around Sapa.
See traditional village life up close, while trekking
through spectacular scenery, visiting Cat Cat
village, with its beautiful waterfall, before moving
onto Lao Chai, Ta Van and Giang Ta Chai.
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Full day tour
From Sapa
$88 p.p
incl. lunch & dinner
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-HE-S |
Hue
Must do's:
• Watch life go by on the Perfume River by boat.
• Wander what remains of the still impressive Citadel.
• Visit the magnificence of the Emperors’ Tombs.
• Take time out to admire the Thien Mu Pagoda.
• Go in search of small art galleries.
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You’ll be amazed by the sheer scale of the
tombs of Emperors Tu Duc and Khai Dinh,
as well as the craftsmanship of the artisans
of the time.
We also visit the graceful Thien Mu pagoda
before returning to Hue.
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Half day tour
From Hue
$58 p.p
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-ET-H |
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The impressive remnants of the imperial Citadel
is our introduction to this former royal city.
Then it’s onto colourful Dong Ba market before
a boat ride down the Perfume River to admire
the seven tiers of the Thien Mu pagoda.
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Half day tour
From Hue
$55 p.p
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-PAP-H |
Hoi An
Must do's:
• Take to its atmospheric streets.
• Spend the day at the family home of a lantern maker.
• Immerse yourself in local flavours at a cooking class.
• Update your wardrobe at the market tailors.
• Discover the majestic ruins at My Son.
The Art of Lantern-making
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Hop on your bike to spend the day
at the home of a local lantern maker.
Learn the ancient art of lantern
making while getting a glimpse
into everyday life.
Make your own lantern - you can
even pick up some cooking tips
while lunch is being prepared.
Pitch in and help, if you like.
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Full day tour
From Hoi An
$45 p.p
incl. lunch
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-LM-HA |
Red Bridge Cooking School
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The morning starts at the bustling
market, where you get to sniff,
pinch and select the ingredients for
your class. Then it’s a leisurely cruise
down river to our cooking school.
Using herbs and vegetables fresh
from the garden you’ll learn
to prepare well-known dishes,
including some Hoi An favourites.
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Half day tour
From Hoi An
$65 p.p
incl. lunch
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-RBC-HA |
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The narrow alleys of this town take
you back to its hey day as a thriving
port town with its beautifully preserved,
Chinese and Japanese merchant
houses and ancient covered bridge.
We also go to the main market where
the town’s tailors can do a great deal
on a new outfit.
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Half day tour
From Hoi An
$36 p.p
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-WK-HA |
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Discover the majestic ruins of the
Imperial City of the ancient Champa
civilisation at My Son, dating back
to the fourth century.
Then it’s onto Marble Mountain
where you can climb the stairs for a
great view and watch the local
sculptors at work. We finish the day
with a relaxing break at China Beach.
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Full day tour
From Hoi An
$87 p.p
incl. lunch
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-MSC-HA |
Marble Mountain & Cham Museum
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Visit Marble Mountain or Ngu Hanh
Son (Mountains of the Five Elements).
Climb the stairs for an amazing view.
Visit the wonderful Linh Ong pagoda
in one of the caves. See the village
sculptors at work.
Then see the greatest collection
of Hindu and Buddhist-influenced
sculpture at the Cham Museum.
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Half day tour
From Hoi An
$69 p.p
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-MMC-DN |
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Take a bike ride out to Tra Que village
and help the farmers prepare the
land and sow their crops. Lunch
will be prepared by the family,
including favourites such as tam huu
(spring rolls) and banh xeo (pancakes).
See how they harvest and wrap
the vegetables before heading home.
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Full day tour
From Hoi An
$63 p.p
incl. lunch
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-FAD-HA |
Nha Trang
Must do's:
• Get pampered at the Thap Ba Hot Springs.
• Go snorkelling around the islands of Nha Trang Bay.
• Get out of town and visit local villages by bike.
• Take a ride in a traditional round boat.
• Chill out on an island beach.
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Get on your bike and out into the countryside
to see the real Vietnam. Cycle past paddy fields
dotted with water buffalo and the conical hats of
workers, stopping at villages and a 19th century
home on the way.
Lunch is at a riverside restaurant before we cycle
back to Nha Trang.
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Full day tour
From Nha Trang
$51 p.p
incl. lunch
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-VC-NT |
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The first dive of the day, supervised by our
experienced diving instructors, is at Mun Island
in the marine protected area of Nha Trang Bay.
After a light refreshment we head to our second
dive in an area with over 350 species of coral and
fish. After lunch, you’ll head back to your hotel.
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Full day tour
From Nha Trang
$75 p.p
incl. lunch & diving equipment
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-DAs-NT |
Dalat
Must do's:
• Admire the French colonial architecture.
• Stroll around the lake.
• Become an orchid aficionado at the local flower market.
• Improve your game at the magnificent golf club.
• Seek out the work of local artists.
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A wonderful way to see all the major sights in
and around this scenic town, including the
summer residence of the last Emperor, Bao Dai.
We also visit monasteries, cathedrals, convents,
the Dalat Market and the many different types
of orchids at the Dalat Flower Garden.
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Full day tour
From Dalat
$66 p.p
incl. lunch
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-CT-DL |
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Must do's:
• Take a walk into history at the Reunification Palace.
• Become a part of the city’s café lifestyle.
• Shopping, shopping and more shopping.
• Be awed by the Cu Chi Tunnels.
• Get pampered at one of the many wonderful spas.
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The best way to get to know this
lively city is by foot. The Ben Thanh
Market is a feast for the senses.
Contemplate the colourful
Marriamman Hindu Temple. Find just
about anything in Flea Market street.
Tempt the tastebuds at the Nhu Lan
Baker shop and discover the
traditions and customs in a small
Chinese alley.
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Half day tour
From HCMC
$19 p.p
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-SW-SG |
A Day In The Life Of Chinatown
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Chinese culture has influenced
Vietnamese society for centuries.
Experience it first-hand on this tour
through Chinatown.
Light some incense at the Thien Hau
Pagoda, visit traditional Chinese
herbalists, the famous silk shops and
meet kids at a local Chinese school.
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Full day tour
From HCMC
$66 p.p
incl. lunch
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-CT-SG |
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Easing your way into the
underground world of these tunnels
is an unforgettable experience.
Built by the Viet Cong during the 60s,
this amazing network of tunnels
extended up to 250kms at the
height of the war and is now one
of Vietnam’s most visited sites.
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Half day tour
From HCMC
$53 p.p
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-CC-SG |
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Travel to My Tho and navigate its
maze of waterways by motor and
paddle boats. Sample tropical fruits
at a local orchard, visit a family-run
coconut candy business, bee farm
and try your hand at making rice
paper.
Lunch includes Elephant Ear fish,
a local speciality.
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Full day tour
From HCMC
$80 p.p
incl. lunch
(minimum: 2 people)
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Code: D-MD-SG |
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