Discover Halong Bay- one of UNESCO World Heritage Site on this 2-day cruise trip from Hanoi. You’ll be impressed at Vietnam's spectacular wonder. Explore the Vung Vieng floating fishing village by bamboo boat or kayak. Wallow in clear blue water or relax on the sun deck and take in the panoramic views of the magnificent Halong Bay and enjoy the magnificent sunrise and sunset views from your sun deck.
This 2-day-tour covers almost the beautiful highlights of Halong Bay and some famous fishing villages. Tourists can have a fully experience with sea kayaking, enjoy the fresh BBQ seafood and take part in other exotic activities.
Unlike popular visits to temples, a pilgrimage excursion to the Perfume Pagoda is a combination of religious pilgrimage, slow boat trip between poetic mountains and streams, and light climbing exercises.
ITINERARY
In the morning (exact time will be advised upon reconfirmation), you will be picked-up at your hotel and then on a comfortable A/C bus, heading West of Hanoi for about 70km. As soon as the city traffic is over, you will be passing by nicely tranquil rural villages, paddy fields with hospitable people until reaching the Yen Vy Wharf, from where we take a boat downstream to Duc Wharf and start our light climbing up to Huong Tich Grotto, a sacred place for every Northern Vietnamese. Lunch en route. The whole trip may take 08 hours until coming back to your hotel in Hanoi. February, March and June are to avoid for too bustling festive time, or for the heat of summer.
As a prelude to this active cruise, admire the magnificent temples of Angkor. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this 400 km2 archaeological site contains priceless relics such as the sanctuary of Ta Prohm, a prisoner of lichen and strangling fig trees, Bayon and its enigmatic four-faced stone sentinels, the Terrace of the Elephants, the scene of royal parades, and above all Angkor Wat, the site's most famous temple.We are thrilled to present our latest program, designed to combine exploration, cultural immersion, and light activities for a memorable cruising experience on-board the Toum Tiou 2. Our charming vessel offers personalized service in an intimate environment, perfect for small groups who seek an authentic and dynamic Mekong River journey. Our itinerary includes a range of activities like biking, kayaking, sampan rides and walking tours that provide opportunities to discover the hidden treasures of the Mekong River, including traditional village visits and climbing the stunning Udong Hill. Moreover, we'll take you on a motor & rowing boat tour of the magnificent Tra Su Forest, where you'll witness incredible flora and fauna of this beautiful natural environment. Experience the perfect balance of cultural immersion and light adventure, while enjoying the authentic Mekong River charm. With an emphasis on personalized service, cultural exploration, and a touch of adventure, our program promises to deliver an unforgettable cruising experience and makes a perfect match for the Toum Tiou 2.
Cruise
Tour Type
Cruise Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Ship Cabin
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Koh
Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Koh Chen, Kampong Chhnang, Phnom Penh, Chau Doc, Cai Be
Experience the perfect blend of vibrant city life, coastal relaxation, and rich cultural heritage on this unforgettable tour. Begin in Ho Chi Minh City, where the energy of Vietnam’s bustling capital meets the elegance of colonial-era architecture. Explore landmarks like the Notre-Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office, and delve into the country’s wartime history with a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, an intricate underground network used during the Vietnam War. Then, leave the city’s buzz behind as you travel 125 kilometers south to Ho Tram, a peaceful seaside haven famed for its unspoiled beaches and laid-back charm. Here, the rhythm of life slows, inviting you to unwind for five glorious nights in a setting where the blue waters meet soft sands, and every sunrise feels like a fresh beginning. Whether you prefer luxurious spa treatments, water sports, or simple beachside relaxation, Ho Tram offers the perfect sanctuary. Beyond the shore, the surrounding countryside beckons. Explore lush green landscapes, traditional villages, and rice paddies that stretch endlessly, offering a window into Vietnam’s pastoral soul. Take leisurely excursions at your own pace, discovering the simplicity and authenticity of rural life, untouched by the hustle of the modern world. Return to Ho Chi Minh City for your flight to Siem Reap, Cambodia, where you’ll explore the awe-inspiring Temples of Angkor, one of Southeast Asia’s most important archaeological sites. Marvel at Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm, and other ancient ruins, surrounded by jungle and steeped in history. This journey offers the best of both worlds—city buzz, beachside serenity, and the timeless beauty of ancient temples.
Beach
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Bà
Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu Province, Hồ Tràm
Vietnamese foods are very different from North to South. This short cooking class in Hoi An will give you some ideas of simple, delicious recipes that can be prepared easily at home.
ITINERARY
Picked-up by our driver at your hotel and transfer to the cooking class. Together with a cook assistant we will have an opportunity to visit Hoian’s colorful market and enjoy amazing sights, sounds and aromas of this busy area and intermingle with the local sellers to buy some ingredients used for the cooking class. Later the cook will present to us how to prepare some Hoian well-known dishes. After cooking, we will eventually have a dinner with local delicious foods, of which some have been prepared by ourselves.
Hanoi, as the capital city of Vietnam and a cultural hub of Northern Vietnam, is appealing the most talented cooks from every corner of the city. Learning from them can give you a fresh feeling of tasting genuine Vietnamese dishes, proudly prepared by yourself.
ITINERARY
You will be picked up by the driver at your hotel and transferred to the cooking class (the exact pick-up time will be advised upon reconfirmation). Let‟s visit an exciting local market for food ingredients with your assistants from the restaurant before coming back to the restaurant, where you’ll learn how to prepare traditional Vietnamese dishes with professional chef. With 1000 year of history, Hanoi has so many secret receipts, which is considered as their heritage and kept for generations. You will eventually enjoy a delicious Vietnamese meal, all by yourself! Transfer back to the hotel at the end of the service.
Situated on the bank of the Perfume River, Thanh Tien and Sinh villages are famous for their handicraft products representing the life and culture of Vietnamese people. On this tour, ride a bicycle to these villages where you can learn more about local handicraft making and even make your own work of art to bring home!
In the morning, meet your tour guide and choose your bike before starting the cycling trip to the traditional craft villages. En route on your bicycle, stop at a number of places to capture snapshots of life and people in the former imperial city. Following your tour guide, you will ride across Truong Tien Bridge and then slowly walk with your bike through the back of Dong Ba market where you will have a chance to explore lots of differences in the shopping habit and food ingredients of Vietnamese.
After about 15 minutes, you will reach a less touristic place named Bao Vinh - an ancient town having houses with over hundreds of years situated a long the narrow street, walking around to learn more about the life and the history of this place before taking a fascinating boat trip across the Perfume river to Tien Non Village.
It is about 20 minutes riding from this point to Sinh village, which is famous for its traditional paper paintings. Head to an artist's house, where you can spend some time talking about this special kind of craft and learn how to make a painting from traditional materials. The artist/teacher will guide you step-by-step to create a one-of-a-kind souvenir to bring back home.
Continue your cycling trip to Thanh Tien village, which is famous for its traditional craft of making paper flowers passed down to generations about four hundred years. The artisan here will teach you how to make the paper lotus with sophisticated steps. You can choose to make paper lotus in any colours: pink for supreme power, white for purity and violet for the beautiful Hue girl in “Áo dài”. Each colour manifests the beauty of the land and people of Hue. Keep the flowers as a special souvenir.
Bid farewell to your hosts, and ride back to the city. Tour ends at your hotel.
Great mix of scheduled activities and personal time. Superb itinerary and our travel directors, Thom in Vietnam/Tara in Cambodia were top notch! Cozy accommodations and excellent food. Loved this trip!
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Hanoi, Siem Reap, Mekong Delta
Hanoi, Siem Reap, Mekong Delta, Cu Chi Tunnels, Angkor Ban, Peak Sneng Village, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Hue, Ho Chi Minh City
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If you are a history buff or simply love discovering exotic cultures, Hue, Vietnam’s former capital, should definitely be at the top of your travel plan. The ancient city is an example of the immense power the Vietmenese monarchy once held and is home to several monuments, tombs and pagodas that attract tourists from all over the world. This tour is your chance to unveil the authentic beauty of not only the relics but also the culture and history.
In the morning, your tour guide will meet you at your hotel and bring you to Toa Kham Boat Station. We will then take a Dragon Boat Trip on the romantic Perfume River and visit Hue’s most well-known religious site, the Thien Mu Pagoda.
Afterwards, cycle to Tiger Arena and Trumpeting Elephant before continuing cycling to Emperor Tu Duc’s Tomb, one of the most beautifully designed complexes among the tombs of the Nguyen dynasty. Then visit a traditional incense village where you can try your hand at making incense.
Break for lunch at a well-known Vietnamese restaurant, Thien Tam, where you can enjoy the best vegetarian food of Hue.
After lunch, continue cycling to Khai Dinh Tomb along the river with fabulous countryside landscapes. These are the most interesting and unique cycling roads in Hue city. Khai Dinh Tomb is the last destination to visit of the day and then we will cycle back to the city.
The tour ends at your hotel around 5 PM.
Come with us and enjoy a fully loaded cycling tour of Hue!
In the morning, meet your tour guide who will show you how to control your mountain bike on the Hue roads and pathways. After a short warm up, we start our tour by passing busy roads from your hotel to Chợ Cống – Cong Market. Here it's slow riding between the crowded flow of locals, where we'll be able to see the bustling morning market.
Cycle along Nguyen Lo Trach Street, other paths and green fields before we reach Thanh Thuy Chanh village, where we will stop to walk around the village and visit the Communal house, family temples, famous Thanh Toan Bridge, agricultural tool museum.
We will then cycle up Nhu Y River on our return to the city. Here we will stop to visit some pagodas and temples, and you can glimpse the local people working in the flower fields or fishing on the river.
We'll cycle back to your hotel with you at the end of the tour.
Our guide and Vespa driver will pick you up at your hotel and we'll start the ride from the new city to the old city. We pass Truong Tien Bridge and Dong Ba Market.
Discover the old city when we ride Vespa deep into Hue Citadel, glimpse charming streets and trading activities. You'll also see the back of the citadel before riding out to the greenery garden houses. Follow the small rural roads before we stop at Thien Mu boat landing for a break and sunset photo opportunity.
Riding west, we come to Vong Canh Hill, providing a wonderful view of mountains and Perfume River. On the top of the hill, contemplate the landscape while drinking champagne, local beer and soft drinks.
Ride back to your hotel.
There is no better way to explore Hanoi by jumping on a bike and meandering through the traffic and Red River Delta.
The tour will start from either 7:30 am or 12:30 pm. At this time our tour guide shall collect you from your hotel and bring you to where the bikes are located and your adventure will start.
First, we will cross the Red River by Long Bien bridge (built by Paul Doumer who also designed the Eiffel Tower) constructed from 1989 to 1902 during the French’s colonial occupation of the country. From the bridge, you can see greenery below and we shall continue along through rice paddies and farms.
You will meet local people and see how they work. If you fancy, you shall also have an opportunity to take the load off their shoulders, join in and learn all about them.
Continue biking through small roads with nice landscapes before arriving at Co Loa in Dong Anh District to see the ancient citadel, built in 257 BC.
Next see a fruit farm where you can pick some fruit and explore before next stopping for a traditional Vietnamese lunch.
Once you have finished in your own time, we shall take you back to your hotel where the trip will end. Trip ends at 1:30 pm (morning option) and 5:30 pm (afternoon option) at your hotel in Hanoi
Join us on this 10-day 'Treasure of Vietnam and Bali' tour to uncover the pleasures and splendors of two of the top South East Asian holiday destinations. Start in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and work you way toward Mekong Delta, taking in all the sights and culture, before flying to Bali, Indonesia, where you will get to explore the famous temples, rice terraces, and beaches.
In Vietnam, tour the city of Saigon, the famous tunnels of Cu Chi, and floating villages of Mekong Delta, while in Bali, enjoy the tour of the iconic floating temple of Ulun Danu, the Unesco-listed Jatiluwih rice terraces, and the 11th century Gunung Kawi temple complex. While in Bali, you will have two free days to explore the sights and attractions on your own, or simply relax in the beaches.
With accommodations, meals, transport fares, and guide services all taken care of, all you have to do is enjoy the tour.
For more details, go through the itinerary section below.
Local cultureCruise
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Age Range
1-90 yrs
Operated in
English
Destinations
Bali, Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong D
Bali, Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta, Cuchi Tunnels, Can Tho, Saigon, Nusa Dua
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