Upcoming school holiday departures - 25 September/ 8 January This program is intended for young families, or for those who want a relaxing break from every-day life. We have included short tours to the major sites and markets of Saigon and Hanoi, so as not to tire the younger family members and to provide opportunities to purchase jeans and Nikes at bargain rates. Also included are leisurely days on the beach at Nha Trang and at a resort-style hotel in the medieval town of Hoi An. You will find time to relax and unwind while the kids splash in outdoor swimming pools. In our view- Fiji eat your heart out. This is so much better. Only AUD$3275 per adult in twin share Children <11 years AUD$2320 sharing
Includes * Economy airfare on Vietnam Air * 10 nights at good 3/4 star hotels and resorts - 2 nights Saigon - 3 nights on the beach at Na Trang - 3 nights river resort in Hoi An - 2 nights in Hanoi * Breakfast and dinner daily * Guided visits to pagodas, street markets * Ancient cities, water puppet show and much more * Entry fees, tips and visa included * Swimming pools and beaches * OPTIONAL sailing and cycloped excursions, aquarium visit and cooking class ITINERARY
Day 1: Saigon [D]
Depart from Australia and fly to Ho Chi Minh City. You are met on arrival and transferred to the family friendly Mays Hotel in central Ho Chi Minh City. Make full use of the indoor pool, gym and other facilities.
Day 2: Saigon [BD]
A morning guided tour includes a visit to the most prominent French colonial buildings, the Chinese Pagoda and the street markets of the city. Afternoon at leisure.
Day 3: Nha Trang [BD]
Transfers and flight to Nha Trang, located on the beaches of the south-central coast. Transfer to your resort hotel for 3 nights. Remainder of day at leisure.
Days 4-5: Nha Trang [BD]
These days are at leisure but there are many activities available, from island hopping cruises to cycloped excursions into the historic city, or a visit to the Long San Pagoda and the impressive Aquarium.
Day 6: Hoi An [BD]
Transfers and flight to DaNang, a city located on China Beach on the central coast. On arrival transfer to the medieval, UNESCO listed city of Hoi An, a trading port since the 17th century, and check-in at your resort hotel on the banks of the Thu Bon River.
Day 7-8: Hoi An [BD]
Days at leisure to enjoy the two outdoor swimming pools or relax beneath the palm trees. Across the bridge, only a few minutes walk from your hotel, are the main streets of Hoi An. You could book the entire family into a morning Cooking Class, visit the Quan Cong Temple, or cross the ancient Japanese Bridge. Hoi An is a small, safe city with narrow streets and no motorised traffic.
Day 9: Hanoi [BD]
Transfers and flight to Hanoi. You are met on arrival and transferred to your hotel on the outskirts on the Old Quarter. A guided, afternoon stroll through the old city streets is included.
Day 10: Hanoi [BLD]
We include a cultural tour to complete the trip. Departing with your guide visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the One-Pillar Pagoda and Stilt House. After lunch at a local restaurant continue to the 11thC, Confucian Temple of Literature, followed by ice-cream on the shores on Hoan Kiem Lake and attendance at a traditional Water-Puppet Show.
Day 11: Departure [B]
Leisure time until transfer to Hanoi airport for onward flight Day 12: Arrival in Australia Morning arrival in Australia |