10 Days Vietnam Foodie’s Heaven from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi

Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat Airport, after clearing all customs procedures, please proceed to exit gate and look for your driver who will be waiting at the lobby, holding the Wonderscape Travel signboard with your name on it, if you cannot locate your driver, please go to the Airport information counter situated in the middle of Domestic and International arrival lobby (inside the terminal) and call the emergency numbers (+84) -------- for assistance. Your driver will come to meet you up and transfer you to hotel for check in and free at leisure. Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon, is the largest and most vibrant city in Vietnam. It is a cultural and economic hub that attracts millions of visitors every year. Whether you are interested in its rich history, its diverse cuisine, its modern skyscrapers, or its lively nightlife, Ho Chi Minh City has something for everyone. You have free time to discover the Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, Independence Palace, Ben Thanh Market, Chinatown (Cho Lon) or War Remnants Museum Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City

Wake up early this morning and start your day like a real Saigonese does! Your guide will show you things that make Saigon so different compared to other parts of Vietnam, from the morning crowded street coffee places to the lively local outdoor markets where people shop for their daily needs. Your first stop is a Vietnamese bread stall which is believed to be the first bread stall in Saigon. Sit down together with the local people inside a small alley to enjoy this simple, yet delicious breakfast. After breakfast, zig zag through the alleys and stop at a market for a cup of tea or coffee in Saigon’s oldest café. This coffee shop, now in its 78th year of operation, is something of a Saigon landmark. Meet the owner for a talk to learn how she makes coffee with such a special yet traditional method, a kind of “stocking coffee” which was originally the method of Chinese coffee vendors and involved a long, stocking-like fabric filter, a charcoal stove and traditional clay pots. Continue to wind your way through nearby street markets to see how people bargain for fresh vegetables, seafood and other local food. Carry on to the “flower alleys” - the biggest flower market in Saigon. Take the opportunity to see the colourful blossoms, and interact with the sellers. Stop at some vendors to try some favourite Saigonese snacks and desserts such as sponge cakes and sweet soups before heading back to your hotel. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City Meal: Breakfast

7:20 am Pick up from the hotel. Kick start your day with a hearty breakfast and a trip to Mekong Delta follows, depart for My Tho, the town that lies on the left side of the Mekong River. Boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise islands. Stop over at Unicorn Island, go walking around the country lane and see orchards, and enjoy tropical fruits, and folk song music performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation. Riding a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal and treat yourself to the beauty of the countryside, visit the family business, visit a honey-bee farm, and enjoy a honey tea and coconut candy workshop. Have lunch at a local restaurant. Break time. In the afternoon, time for cycling around the Tan Thach village, and meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong delta. Hammock relaxing and enjoy the cool breeze for those who can’t join the cycling trip. Return to Ho Chi Minh. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

You will be picked up at your hotel lobby and transferred to Tan Son Nhat airport for your flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and transferred to hotel in Hoi An for check in and free at leisure. Overnight in Hoi An Meal: Breakfast

Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Hoi An Old Town center and and take you on your Hoi An walking tour • Stroll through the charming streets of Hoi An Old Town and learn about the people and their history. Enjoy Hoi An’s historic beauty as you stroll down the Thu Bon River’s bank through the town’s winding streets. • Stop by the Japanese Covered Bridge to see the Hoi An Old Town symbol. During the early 1600s, a Japanese covered bridge was constructed. • Visit Fujian Assembly Hall – the first place of worship for those who immigrated from Fujian, China, to Hoi An in the 17th century. Fujian Assembly Hall is one of Hoi An Ancient Town’s five renowned assembly halls and a religious relic. The Hall has all of the basic structural features of a Chinese Assembly Hall. • Admire Tan Ky Old House – Hoi’s oldest merchant house in old town. Tan Ky Old House is one of the few that has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a 200-year-old Vietnamese merchant house with a seamless blend of three different architectural styles (Vietnamese, Japanese, and Chinese). Despite being built more than two centuries ago, this structure retains the original beauty of ancient Hoi An. • Visit some of the well-known handicraft shops and art galleries in Hoi An. Discover smaller laneways and local neighborhoods to gain a better understanding of Hoi An’s endless charm. • Explore the Hoi An market – the largest in the ancient town of Hoi An. The local life in Hoi An is fascinatingly revealed by this traditional market. The Market will stimulate all of your senses, but make sure to visit several vendors before making a purchase. Take your time, browse the market for a while, and then return to the stalls you found most appealing. Even if you’re not looking for food, this is a fascinating place to visit. • Try a variety of local specialties like,Vietnamese Spring Rolls, Egg Coffee, Chicken Rice Hoi an, White Rose, Banh My and other Hoi An Street Foods Overnight in Hoi An Meals: Breakfast, Soft Lunch

You will be picked up at your hotel lobby and transferred to Da Nang airport for your flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and transferred to hotel for check in and free at leisure. Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is one of the most ancient cities in the world. This place offers examples of both contemporary and classical architecture right in the city center. Afternoon, you can explorer this city by own with those famous places: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, Hanoi Old Quarter, Opera House, enjoy Water puppet show at Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple or special experience at train street coffee… Overnight in Hanoi Meal: Breakfast

Start your walk on Phung Hung st. Here there’s ample space to enjoy a leisurely walk. As the road curves, you’ll find immense mural paintings, depicting scenes from Hanoi’s past — a great spot to snap a photo. Make a left on Hang Cot st., passing a small park, then find your feet on tree-lined Phan Dinh Phung, considered one of the most beautiful boulevards in the city. Stop at the Northern Gate of the Hanoi Citadel (still peppered with bullet holes from the war), and the yellow-hued Cua Bac Church across the road. Continue down Phan Dinh Phung to Hung Vuong st. and right to Truc Bach Lake. Truc Bach is one of the most scenic corners of Hanoi, with plenty of interesting sights. Stop at the 11th century Quan Thanh Taoist temple before enjoying a walk down Thanh Nien St. with views of lakes on both sides. Walk it off on the way back to Phan Dinh Phung st. and the famous Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, or walk along leafy Nguyen Tri Phuong Boulevard, to see the ancient Citadel of Hanoi. Back to hotel for relax Everning, you will have a chance to taste some of the most famous dishes of Hanoi people, described as “Hanoi style fast foods.” Your local guide will give you an insight into the intricacies and traditions of Vietnamese food culture, including details on ingredients and historical backgrounds of popular northern dishes. Many delicious dishes are waiting for your tasting in the Old quarters. Here are some examples: • Bun cha (noodles with grilled pork) • Pho (flat rice noodles) • Banh my Hanoi (local bread) • Drink: Bia hoi (local bear) • Egg coffee at famous Hanoi’s Train Street Overnight in Hanoi Meal: Breakfast, Soft dinner

In the morning, after breakfast at the hotel, the cruise team will pick you up. Take the most scenic route to reach Ha Long Bay, taking you across the Red River Delta with emerald green rice paddies stretching for as far as the eyes can see. On arrival to Ha Long- the natural wonders of Southeast Asia, you will enjoy a cruise trip on the Bay and explore the limestone rocks and the karst grottoes. After you are done with your exploration of the bay, it is time to enjoy an utterly delicious seafood lunch, after which there will be a trip to the famous limestone cave in Ha Long bay, you’ll get to spend some time here, kayaking or swimming so that you can get closer to the floating villages and shops. Towards the evening, you will return to the boat for an early dinner, followed by some time at leisure. You can optionally attend the activities taking part on the boat or just relax. Overnight on cruise in Ha Long Bay Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Wake up early in the morning to witness the stunning sunrise and take in the fresh ocean air. Enjoy a delicious breakfast served on the boat while cruising leisurely through thousands of breathtaking islands in Halong Bay. This is a great opportunity to capture some amazing photos of the picturesque scenery. During the cruise, we will also stop to visit a floating fishing village and hear legendary stories of the fishermen's daily life. Lunch will be served on the boat as we cruise back to the Halong City pier. From there, we will return to Hanoi. Upon arrival at Hanoi Old Quarter at around 3:30 pm to 4:00 PM. Overnight in Hanoi Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Relish a healthy breakfast on the final day of your trip to Vietnam. Complete the hotel check-out formalities, after which you can visit the local markets to buy souvenirs for your loved ones. Later your private driver will transfer you to the airport to take your flight back home. Trip Ends. Meal: Breakfast