FOOD TASTING & BEACH HOLIDAY IN 10 DAYS

10 Days 09 nights

DAY 01: HO CHI MINH – ARRIVAL  

Welcome you to Ho Chi Minh – the biggest city in Vietnam. On arrival, you will be picked up by our guide and transfer to your hotel to check in and take a short rest. (Check in time at 02.00 PM earlier time will be up on arrival). In the afternoon, we will transfer to Bitexco Tower where you admire a 360degree view of city at 178m and enjoy a Heineken beer. Back to the hotel, dinner on your own.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh.

DAY 02: OPTION CITY TOUR – NIGHT FOOD TOUR BY VESPA  

Whole day free at leisure to explore city by your own way. In case you love to having a tour with take care of guide and driver, our option “Half day city tour – Morning depart”.

Option: Half day city tour – Morning depart

Today’s tour begins at 08:30. Meet with a local guide and set off on a half day tour in Ho Chi Minh City. Start with a visit to the city’s most iconic building: Reunification Hall. Formerly called the Presidential Palace, images of the building were seen around the world on 30 April 1975 when tanks stormed the gates as Saigon fell to the North Vietnamese. Hear the echoes of time while walking through this historic downtown site.

Then take a stroll to Ho Chi Minh City’s colonial quarter, walking past scenes of everyday life on the way. Admire the beautiful architecture of the Opera House, City Hall, the old Saigon Post Office, hear about the glory days of French Indochina and how that era continues to influence aspects of modern Vietnamese culture.

Step inside the War Remnants Museum for an insightful, yet sombre, look into Vietnam’s military history. See exhibitions displaying imagery from the French and American wars, learning more about the country’s struggle for independence and hearing tales of the resilience of the Vietnamese people.

After this insightful visit, return to the hotel at noon time. End option tour.

Around 06.00 PM, Immerse yourself into the cosmopolitan nightlife of this busy city by night. Soak up the energy of this urban metropolis at our central city location while watching the world go by we sip on our first drinks and try out some tasty snacks. Your expert driver will then zoom through the busy streets of Saigon as you check out some of the famous highlights in this bustling city. Feel like a local as we feast on authentic, fresh seafood dishes, eating streetside and then enjoy the local favourite that is the delicious Banh Xeo, a traditional Vietnamese savoury pancake. We then ride off into the night again to experience live music at two very different venues. Firstly, the laid back atmosphere of quieter, softly lit coffee shop before heading to a lively rock bar where a new generation of Vietnamese flaunt their style. Bring a healthy appetite and a sense of adventure as our guides show you their city by night.

Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 03: CU CHI TUNNELS – FLIGHT TO DA NANG 

Today’s tour will begin at 08:00. Depart early this morning to avoid the crowds at Cu Chi. Drive away from Ho Chi Minh City, watching the city skyline fade into the distance as the road winds through rice paddies, villages and other scenes typical to southern Vietnam.

Spend a couple of hours walking around Cu Chi’s rugged grounds with a local guide. Hear how the residents constructed an intricate, underground network of tunnels during the French and American Wars. Crawl underground and have a look at the tiny chambers, imagining what life was like for those who lived there. Hear incredible tales of perseverance- from the unusual foods the residents ate to survive to the story of a baby being born in the tunnels. Once above ground, see other ingenious items used by the residents to defend themselves such as bamboo traps and camouflaged pits.

Throughout the tour, the guide will explain the impact of war on the local community and the country as a whole. In the late morning journey back to Tan Son Nhat Airport to take a flight to Da Nang.

Up on arrival you will be picked up by our guide and transfer to your hotel to check in and take a short rest. (Check in time at 02.00 PM earlier time will be up on arrival). Overnight in Da Nang.

DAY 04: BA NA HILL  

07:45 – 08:00 AM Be picked up at the hotel in Da Nang. Transfer to Ba Na hills (35km) and take Cable Car which gains 5 world scores to Ba Na hills station. Stop at By Night station to visit Vong Nguyet hills, The Old Villas of French, the Golden bridge…

Continue moving up by cable car to the Nui Chua Mountain – the top of Ba Na range, visiting Nghinh Phong top, Le Nim Villas, Orchid Garden… Experience hill climbing train (first and unique funicular in Vietnam) and visit an old French cellar (Debay Ancient Wine Cellar), flower garden Le Jardin D’amour. Buffet lunch will be severed at the restaurant.

In the afternoon, you will be free for joining games in Fantasy Park – the third biggest indoor games zone in Vietnam with series of interesting games: 4 – 5D film, skiver, The death race, dinosaur park… (2 hours). Or discover Ba Na hills on your own.

03:00 PM: Back to the cable car. Then transfer to Hoi An.

Check in hotel and overnight.

DAY 05: HOI AN – NIGHT FOOD TOUR 

In the afternoon, you will do an easy walking tour to visit Hoi An ancient town, recently named as World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Visit Tan Ky House, a late 18th-century merchant’s residence. The Fukhien Association, also known as the Assembly Hall of the Fujian Chinese Congregation, was founded as a place where minority Fujian Chinese could hold meetings, the Japanese bridge.  Later it became a temple for the worship of Thien Hau, goddess of the sea and protector of fishermen and sailors.

Around 05.30 PM, Immerse yourself in the vibrant Hoi An dining scene, riding pillion on a vintage Vespa along the riverside and through alleyways and busy streets, tasting the best local dishes and street food. Free flowing drinks and food included, so bring a healthy appetite! Description: Start your night in style with cocktails and a sample of delicious street food before heading out on the Vespas to try a famous Hoi An speciality dish. We zoom through the bustling roads to a lantern-lit Page 10 of 29 islet, then jump in a boat for a slow cruise along the banks of the ancient town. We join the locals for more splendid starters overlooking the river and enjoy a few cold beers. A leisurely drive takes us to a lively restaurant where we cook tabletop and enjoy a hot pot while learning the art of wrap ‘n’ roll – Vietnamese style! We continue our journey to our last port of call, and a recent addition to Hoi An’s vibrant dining scene – a modern local restaurant to savor some Vietnamese BBQ dishes and then finish the night with a refreshingly light dessert. Return hotel around 09.30 PM and

Overnight in hotel.

DAY 06: HOI AN – BEACH RELAX (NO SERVICE OFFERED)

Spend your day at An Bang Beach to making your day slowly. Whole family stay together enjoying the sun, sea and sand.

Overnight in Hoi An

DAY 07: HOI AN – DA NANG – TRAIN TRANFER TO NHA TRANG  

Enjoy another breakfast at your hotel and good bye to the ancient town then take a day train to Nha Trang with a say hello to beach of heaven. Up on arrival, take a transfer to hotel and take a rest in beach city with many activities waiting for you.  (No guide in Nha Trang)

Overnight in Nha Trang.

DAY 08: NHA TRANG – BEACH RELAX (NO SERVICE OFFERED) 

Spend your day at Beach to making your day slowly. Whole family stay together enjoying the sun, sea and sand or could join some activities here such as island visiting…

Overnight in Nha Trang

DAY 09: NHA TRANG – FLIGHT TO HO CHI MINH NO GUIDE 

At your last time in city with white sand and sun before check out and take flight to Ho Chi Minh.  Up on arrival, tansfer to hotel for check in.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

DAY 10: HO CHI MINH – DEPARTURE  NO GUIDE  

Free time for last minute shopping or optional visit before transferring to Tan Son Nhat airport for departure flight.

End of tour!

DETAILED PRICE OF THIS TRIP:

(PRICE IN USD/PERSON IN GROUP)

 

OPTION TOUR

OPTIONAL SURCHARGE (PRICE IN USD/PAX)

TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:

• 09 nights shared Accommodation in twin/double room with daily breakfast at the below indicated room types (see hotel category list below) (check in and check out around noontime)
• All transfers and transportation with air-con vehicles (based on Group will be arranged suitable transfer)
• 01 one way train ticket Da Nang – Nha Trang
• Local English-speaking guides in each area.
• All entrance fees as program
• Meals (B/L/D) (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) as indicated in the program (Local food)
• 02 bottles of mineral water per person per day on bus on days of transfer

TOUR PRICE EXCLUDES:

• Airfares (international and domestic)
• Meals (other than mentioned in the program)
• Drinks
• Visas to Vietnam & Cambodia
• Mineral water beyond that supplied
• Tips
• Early check in or late check out
• Insurances
• Optional excursions and activities
• Additional transfer required due to any emergency situation
• Items of a personal nature (Phone calls, laundry, beverages…)
• Peak season surcharges if any
• All not mentioned above

 

HOTEL LIST

 

Terms & Conditions:
1. Cancellation policy:

• Any cancellation at 35 days prior to arrival date: NO charge (except in case of deposit or issuing the flight tickets to guarantee the seats)
• Any cancellation between 35 days to 20 days prior to arrival date: 25% charge
• Any cancellation between 20 days to 10 days prior to arrival date: 50% charge
• Any cancellation less than 10 days: 100% charge

2. Payment policy:

• Full payment is required soonest possible & latest by 35 days prior to arrival date (except in case we have credit agreement)
• The deposit will be required in case we need to deposit to hotels or airlines
• The bank fees (transfer fees and correspondence fees are on the sender)

3. Payment

Method of payment:

• By credit card
• By bank transfer

Please note for any kind of payment: bank fee is on the sender

Payment due: The special payment deadline will be applied and indicated in specific bookings in tour confirmation. Generally, we request payment at 2 weeks in advance for FIT & 30 days in advance for GIT. In case, we have to deposit to the suppliers to guarantee the service availability, we will request you to settle the deposit to us accordingly

4. Booking process notes:

• Upon receipt of your request or booking, we will immediately send a short notice to acknowledge the receipt
• We will deal with your requests or bookings and send out our detailed proposal or tour confirmation within 24 hours (or soonest possible) with details of specific terms & conditions

5. Cancellation/ No show

The specific cancellation fee will be indicated in tour confirmation for specific bookings. This is due to the fact that each hotel and each supplier apply their different cancellation policy.

Any cancellation due to irresistible reasons such as war, strikes, earthquarthe.. will be subject to no charge

6. Flights

Please be advised that Flight schedules by Vietnam Airlines are subject to change without prior notice. In case of any flight schedule change, the itinerary will be adjusted accordingly. We will try to guarantee the price and program as confirmed. But we have the case to inform of any incurred surcharges and clients will need to pay for the surcharges to adjust the programs accordingly. Furthermore, we are not responsible for the fact that in case of flight schedule change that clients cannot connect the international flights

7. Warranty

Connek trip travel will commit all the services as confirmed and stated in tour confirmation. However we are not responsible for any injure, loss or damage borne by clients during their journey due to circumstances beyond Connek trip travel‘s control

In case of a passenger falling sick or being hospitalized, Connek trip travel shall provide all necessary assistance to the tourists. The tourist shall bear his/her own medical expenses and any other incidental expenses

Once we send out tour confirmation, we send all full information on places and destinations; we will not hold any responsibility due to the fact that these destinations change appearances due to any irresistible reasons. In this case, we will arrange the visit to alternative with similar costs