Snow Lion Expeditions

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  • 17 Days
  • Cultural Touring

Discover the natural beauty and cultural diversity of Vietnam on an adventure that takes us from the picturesque hills and pinnacled bays of the north to the bustling energy and green deltas of the south. We start among the shady boulevards and French-style architecture of Hanoi, then embark on a boat cruise in the haunting karst waterscape of Halong Bay. The trip continues to unfold among the colorful minority hill tribes of Sapa, ancient monuments of My Son, the charming old port city of Hoi An, and cosmopolitan Saigon. The culture, cuisine and hospitality of the Vietnamese will remain with you long after you've left this remarkable country.

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Trip Highlights

  • Elegant colonial Hanoi
  • Perfume River cruise
  • Delectable Vietnamese cuisine
  • Hill tribe market in Sapa
  • 7th-13th century ruins of the Champa
  • Urban vibrancy of Saigon
  • Boat trip on enchanting Halong Bay
  • Colorful Cao Dai Great Temple in Tay Ninh
  • Shopping at local markets
  • Maritime port of Hoi An
  • Floating markets of the Mekong Delta

What's Included

  • 4- & 5-star double occupancy hotel accommodations
  • Seasoned English-speaking city guides
  • Guided sightseeing / admission fees
  • Meals as listed in itinerary
  • Private A/C transportation and driver; boat and ferry trips; train fare to Lao Cai
  • Airport-hotel transfers
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Trip Dates

  • Nov 3, 2008 — Nov 19, 2008
  • Mar 9, 2009 — Mar 25, 2009
  • Nov 3, 2009 — Nov 19, 2009

Trip Cost

  • From $4,295 Price valid through 08/31/2008

Itinerary Snap-shot

Days 1-2: Arrive in Hanoi / sightsee
Days 3-4: Transfer to Halong Bay / Emeraude cruise
Day 5: Return to Hanoi / night train to Lao Cai
Day 6: Sapa
Day 7: Bac Ha / Chay River / train to Hanoi
Days 8-9: fly to Hue / Perfume River cruise / sightseeing
Day 10: Danang / Hoi An
Day 11: My Son/ Thu Bon River boat ride
Day 12: free day in Hoi An
Day 13: Transfer to Mekong Delta via Saigon
Days 14-15: floating market / Saigon
Day 16: Cu Chi Tunnels / Tay Ninh
Day 17: Depart Vietnam from Saigon