Insight into Vietnam 

The intriguing country of Vietnam is drenched in history, has unbelievable scenery and is still relatively untouched by tourism, although it's popularity with visitors is increasing year after year.  Insight into Vietnam gives a brief highlight into this wonderful and unique country.

Days 1 & 2

Fly with Singapore Airlines from London Heathrow to Hanoi via Singapore.   On arrival in Hanoi you will be met and transferred to the Sofitel Plaza Hotel for a three night stay in a deluxe room inclusive of breakfast. 

Day 3

After breakfast transfer to picturesque Halong Bay.  Board a private junk for a 4 hour cruise through spectacular Halong Bay whilst enjoying a fresh seafood lunch.  Later return to Hanoi.

Day 4

Following breakfast at the Sofitel Hotel, you will have a full day sightseeing tour of the charming capital, Hanoi including visits to Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum, the One Pillar Pagoda, the Temple of Literature, the Fine Arts Museum, the Museum of Ethnology followed by a one hour cyclo ride through the Old Quarter.

Day 5

After breakfast you will be transferred to Hanoi Airport for an onward flight to Hue, the former capital of Vietnam.  On arrival at Hue Airport you will be transferred to the Morin Hotel, check-in for an overnight stay in a superior room inclusive of breakfast. Later enjoy a sightseeing tour of the Imperial Citadel and the Forbidden City, from where the Nguyen Warriors once ruled Vietnam.  Before returning to the hotel you will visit the colourful Dong Ba Market.

Day 6

Following breakfast take a dragon boat across the  Perfume River upstream to visit the Thien Mu Pagoda.  Depart for Danang stopping en route at the photogenic fishing village of Lang Co and continuing onwards via the Hai Van Pass for panoramic views of Vietnam's scenic coastline.  Upon arrival in Danag visit the Cham Museum, displaying the best collection of Cham ruins dating from the 2nd to 15th Century.  Check-in at the Furama Resort for an overnight stay in a garden view room inclusive of breakfast.

Day 7

After breakfast transfer to the ancient town of Hoi An and enjoy a walking tour of the town centre.  This town has a distinct Chinese feel, full of narrow winding streets and low tiled roof houses.  The area is famous for its traditional Hoi An lanterns, which are colourfully decorated and intricately designed.    After visiting Hoi An you will be transferred back to Danang Airport for an onward flight to Saigon.  On arrival in Saigon you will be met and transferred to the Caravelle Hotel for an overnight stay in a deluxe room inclusive of breakfast.

Day 8

Following breakfast you will enjoy a sightseeing tour of Saigon, also known as Ho Chi Minh City.  This will include visits to the Notre Dame Cathedral, the 1880's General Post Office,  the former Presidential Palace, Ben Thanh Central Market, the Historical Museum, Cholon (Chinatown) and the Thien Hau Temple before transferring to Saigon Airport for your return flight to London Heathrow via Singapore.

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