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Vietnam Panorama
From $3,811 18 Days, Fully Inclusive from selected Australian cities
Our most popular tour travels overland from the south to central Vietnam and allows you to appreciate Vietnam’s stunning scenery as it unfolds before your eyes.
Saigon is a city that did not escape the wrath of war. Explore the city’s history at the War Remnants Museum and the Cu Chi Tunnels. Discover beautiful Dalat, an old French hill station. Relax as you cruise around the islands off the coast of Nha Trang and soak up the atmosphere in the picturesque town of Hoi An. Drive over the spectacular Hai Van Pass to Hue where you will explore the history of past Emperors.
Fly to Hanoi, where the streets of the Old Quarter are alive and bustling, then travel to Halong Bay for a relaxing cruise around the limestone islets.
This tour offers a panoramic insight into a magnificent country - you will not be disappointed!
DAY 1: AUSTRALIA TO SAIGON
Fly with Singapore Airlines to Saigon for a two-night stay.
Adelaide passengers may need to depart one day earlier.
DAY 2: SAIGON
Visit the Notre Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office to view the French colonial architecture. Learn more about the American War in Vietnam with a visit to the Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum. Later, drive to Cholon (Chinatown) where you will see Thien Hau Pagoda. End the day at Ben Thanh Market for some shopping.
DAY 3: SAIGON TO MEKONG DELTA
Travel to Ben Tre in the Mekong Delta today. Explore the river by boat, passing stilt houses and fish farms. Paddle through palm-lined canals on sampans and walk through villages, where you can sample local tea. Travel to Can Tho where you stay overnight.
DAY 4: MEKONG DELTA TO SAIGON
Further explore the Mekong River this morning and soak up the atmosphere at Cai Rang Floating Markets before returning to Saigon.
DAY 5: SAIGON - TAY NINH & CU CHI
Travel to Tay Ninh to experience the midday service at the head temple of the unique Cao Dai religion. This afternoon you will explore the amazing network of the Cu Chi Tunnels led by a War Veteran who lived in the tunnels for years.
DAY 6: SAIGON TO DALAT
Today you will drive north to Dalat, stopping en route for lunch at Bao Loc where you will also visit a tea plantation. This afternoon visit Domain de Marie Church and relax at a coffee shop overlooking Xuan Huong Lake.
DAY 7: DALAT
Visit Domain de Marie Church, Da Thien flower and vegetable garden hamlet to learn about traditional gardening methods, followed by an embroidery shop. After lunch visit the former railway station and take an open-air train ride to Trai Mat Hamlet. Drive to the Museum of Lam Dong and end the day at Dalat Market.
DAY 8: DALAT TO NHA TRANG
Travel to the coastal town of Nha Trang today. Upon arrival you will cruise around the nearby islands, stopping at Mun Island where you can go for a swim.
DAY 9: NHA TRANG TO QUI NHON
Continue driving north today along Highway One to Qui Nhon, stopping en route at the Dam Market and Cham Po Nagar Towers.
DAY 10: QUI NHON TO HOI AN
Leave Qui Nhon this morning and stop at Son My to pay homage to the victims of the My Lai Massacre before continuing to the town of Hoi An. This afternoon is free at your leisure. Perhaps use the time to visit one of the many tailors in town to have some clothing made.
DAY 11: HOI AN
Tour Hoi An this morning, visiting the Japanese Covered Bridge, a local Chinese temple, Hoi An Market and an old merchant’s home, where descendants of the original merchant still reside.
DAY 12: HOI AN
Today is free at your leisure to soak up the charming atmosphere of Hoi An at one of the many riverside cafés along the Thu Bon River.
DAY 13: HOI AN TO HUE
Leave Hoi An and drive north to Marble Mountains before continuing over the Hai Van Pass to Hue. Enjoy a cyclo ride to the Imperial Citadel and Forbidden Purple City. Continue by coach to Thien Mu Pagoda from where you will take a boat ride along the Perfume River.
DAY 14: HUE TO HANOI
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage listed Royal Tomb of Minh Mang before flying to Hanoi.
DAY 15: HANOI
Your city tour today includes Ho Chi Minh Complex, where you will see the Humble House on Stilts and One Pillar Pagoda. Afterwards drive to the Temple of Literature and explore Hanoi’s bustling Old Quarter. This evening enjoy a performance of the famous Water Puppets.
DAY 16: HANOI - HALONG BAY
Early this morning travel to the area that is regarded as the ‘Jewel in the Crown of Vietnam’, Halong Bay. Relax as you cruise around the spectacular scenery of limestone islets and emerald waters. Return to Hanoi later this evening.
DAY 17: DEPART HANOI
Enjoy a last minute shopping spree before you are transferred to Hanoi airport to board your overnight flight to Australia.
DAY 18: ARRIVE AUSTRALIA
Arrive home this morning.
Halong Bay & Hanoi extension:
DAY 16: HANOI TO HALONG BAY
Travel to Halong Bay where you may choose to leave the group and spend the night onboard a junk boat.
DAY 17: HALONG BAY TO HANOI
Continue cruising around the islets before returning to Hanoi this afternoon.
DAY 18: DEPART HANOI
This morning is free at your leisure before boarding your overnight flight to Australia.
DAY 19: ARRIVE AUSTRALIA
Arrive home this morning.
Wendy Wu Tours Review:
"My husband and I recently returned from our Wendy Wu Vietnam Panorama tour and we were so impressed with the tour and our guide Hoang Nguyen, that we felt we should let you know. Hoang is knowledgeable, dedicated to his job and passionate about his country and this was reflected in so many ways. Our driver also was very friendly and always smiling! Vietnam is a wonderful country and we loved every bit of the tour – it was unbelievable and exceeded our expectations. The group size of 16 was ideal; the amazing meals; accommodation; sightseeing and even the weather, although humid, was perfect!
Thank you Wendy Wu for a memorable holiday; we will not hesitate to recommend your company to anyone wishing to visit Vietnam!"
Margaret & George Redan, South Australia - April 2011
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