Best Of Singapore and Vietnam

Best Of Singapore and Vietnam

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Best Of Singapore and Vietnam

13 Days Starting in Saigon, Vietnam and ending in Singapore

Visiting: Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho, Hoi An, Thua Thien Hue, Hanoi, Halong Bay, Singapore

Tour operator:

Indus Travels

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

11 - 22

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

8-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English
From: $2362

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

The tour begins with discovering Vietnam's historic charms and ends Singapore's modern-day advancements. Land in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), a place of historical importance. Take a stroll around the city and visit places like Reunification Palace and the colonial-styled Central Post Office. Visit the Chu Chi Tunnels, a national monument of Vietnam. This underground tunnel network helped Vietnamese soldiers survive the Vietnam war. Move towards the Mekong Delta, known as the Rice Bowl of Vietnam. From Saigon, fly to Hoi An, renowned for its well-kept ancient town. Visit pagodas, Japanese bridge, Trading houses, and shop for souvenirs from the local market. Transfer from Hoi An to Hue in a minibus and witness the old royal architectural works. After spending a day in Hue, fly to finally Hanoi. Have a relaxing spa here after exploring the town, and the next day, board the cruise in Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With this captivating destination, your trip to Vietnam ends. You take a flight from Hanoi to Singapore, known as Garden City. Be awestruck by the bewitching city as you walk around the colonial and civic districts. Visit Merlion, a significant and popular landmark in Singapore. It is a mythical creatures statue with the head of a lion and the body of a fish. Visit Marina Bay Sands Skypark, Gardens by the bay, Singapore National Museum, and a few other attractions. The tour ends here as you take a box of memories with you back home.

Highlights

  • Go for a boat ride in the Mekong River and soak in the views of the fishing villages

  • Taste the local delicacies like Sticky Rice, Sweet Soup & dumplings at a food tour in Hue

  • Cruise over the crystal clear water of Halong Bay, one of the most loved experiences in Vietnam

  • Visit Little India in Singapore, a great place to taste Indian food and  shop for souvenirs

  • Admire an assorted collection of over a million types of plants at Gardens by the Bay

Places You'll See

Itinerary

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Day 1: Saigon (Arrival) (-/-/-)

Location: Saigon

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: RAMADA ENCORE BY WYNDHAM

Welcome to Saigon – Vietnam! Upon arrival, transfer from Tan Son Nhat airport to the center of Saigon then check-in at hotel. Leisure time to relax and get rid of jet lag.




Overnight in Saigon

Day 2: Saigon (B/L/-)

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Location: Ho Chi Minh City

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: RAMADA ENCORE BY WYNDHAM

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

You will start the day with breakfast, followed by a city tour at the Reunification Palace, the witness of the fierce Vietnam War that ended in 1975. The grand building today is a Museum and Hall of official receptions. Nearby the Palace are the colonial-styled Central Post Office and the Notre Dame Cathedral, built between 1877 and 1883 and one of the citys major landmarks. Our last stop this morning will be War Remnants Museum. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, we drive overland to Cu Chi Tunnels, an incredible underground network constructed by Vietnamese guerrillas to protect the region against the American attacks during the Vietnam War. We can even crawl into a part inside the tunnel and visit their infirmary plus kitchen to discover how people survived there. Back to your hotel later on.




Overnight in Saigon

Day 3: Saigon – Mekong Delta - Saigon (B/L/-)

Location: My Tho

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: RAMADA ENCORE BY WYNDHAM

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

This morning after breakfast, we leave Saigon for My Tho, in the heart of the Mekong delta and visit the beautiful Vinh Trang pagoda on the way. Upon arrival, we will take a leisurely boat ride along the river and view the stilt houses, fruit plantations and fishing villages along the river bank. Proceed to Tortoise islet, and have lunch in the orchard garden. Then a boat ride to An Khanh – a less touristy attraction in Ben Tre. Enjoy cruising on a hand-rowed sampan under the shadow of the water coconut trees along natural canals, then enjoy seasonal fruit& honey tea to the sound of \"Southern Vietnamese folk music,\" performed by locals. Visit a family business which epitomizes the idyllic rural lifestyle, taste the delicious coconut candy & observe the pastoral life as you roam through the fruit plantation and village.




Overnight in Saigon

Day 4: Saigon – Danang (By Flight) – Hoian (B/-/-)

Location: Hoi An

Accommodation: Resort

Accommodation Name: HADANA BOUTIQUE RESORT & SPA

Meals Included: Breakfast

Post breakfast, morning transfer to the airport for your onward flight to Danang. Upon arrival, you will be picked up from Da Nang airport to your hotel in Hoian to drop off your luggage. Together with our guide in Hoian, well walk over the tile-roofed Japanese Bridge, visit taciturn Chinese Assembly Halls, visit ancient houses and Trading Houses, pagodas and stroll into the market located by Thu Bon river, where we may find out the same feelings of the artists, who see the rooftops of Hoi An a magical old world of Oriental feel and source of inspiration. There is also a wonderful town to shop for lanterns, soft silk, and raw silk, or get your clothes tailored within a day.




Overnight in Hoian

Day 5: Hoian (B/-/-)

Location: Hoi An

Accommodation: Resort

Accommodation Name: ALLEGRO HOI AN

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. There will be nothing better than a day at leisure in the ancient town of Hoian to refresh yourself and chill out your recent impression of your visits to Vietnam.




Overnight in Hoian

Day 6: Hoian – Hue (B/-/-)

Location: Thua Thien Hue

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: INDOCHINE PALACE

Meals Included: Breakfast

Once you have had your breakfast at the hotel, we will depart from Hoian to Hue by deluxe minibus. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in Hue to drop off your luggage. Being recognized by UNESCO as the 1st Cultural World Heritage for Vietnam, Hue is highlighted by the old royal architectural works and the most traditional Vietnamese lifestyle. This morning, we will discover the city's charm from the Royal Citadel, Forbidden City. Move on to the colorful Dong Ba market, where you can see many ingredients for making Hue local food and explore the local business life. The best way to explore a local culture is through its unique cuisine. Around noon, we shall embark on a special street food tour to discover the other side of Hue. Our journey starts with Sticky rice dumplings on a fried dumpling (Ram It) or Filtered tapioca dumplings (Banh Loc) to the well-known Hue beef vermicelli soup (Bun Bo Hue). The street food tour finishes at a small restaurant that serves Sweet soup (Che), a scrumptious local delicacy made of tapioca and various local ingredients. Or, if the sweet soup is not your style, a Vietnamese coffee with condensed milk awaits.




Overnight in Hue

Day 7: Hue – Hanoi (By Flight) (B/-/-)

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Location: Hanoi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: REX HOTEL

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. At leisure till pick up at the airport for your onward flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in Hanoi to drop off your luggage. This afternoon, we will have an overall view of the capital by walking tour in the Old Quarter of Hanoi, stopping at Ngoc Son Temple located on the Hoan Kiem Lake (the “Sword” Lake), and at Bach Ma Temple. Late afternoon we will enjoy a unique show of Water Puppetry, a traditional stage art of Northern Vietnam. Before returning to the hotel, enjoy a relaxing 30-minute foot massage at a local Spa.




Overnight in Hanoi

Day 8: Hanoi – Halong Bay (B/L/D)

Location: Halong Bay

Accommodation Name: cruise

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Wake up early and run to a lake close to your hotel to see how people in Hanoi spend their mornings. You can join an exciting scene of hundreds of locals, passionately attentive in their morning exercises of Tai Chi Quan, jogging, martial arts, classical dance and so on. After breakfast at the hotel, we will head to Halong Bay, a Natural World Heritage designated by UNESCO since 1994 and 2006, and check in our overnight cruise. Enjoy a trip to Halong with stops to visit caves or swim and enjoy the sunset on the sea. Dinner with fresh seafood.




Overnight onboard

Day 9: Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay - Hanoi (B/-/-)

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Location: Hanoi

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: PEDIDOT GRAND LUXURY BOUTIQUE

Meals Included: Breakfast

Morning wake up with a taichi-quan or yoga exercise guided by the crew before having breakfast whilst your boat goes on between Halong islets. Return to the Wharf to be back to Hanoi by shuttle bus at midday. Arrive in the city around 3-4 pm.




Overnight in Hanoi

Day 10: Hanoi — Singapore (By Flight) (B/-/D)

Location: Singapore

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: GRAND COPTHORNE WATERFRONT

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast today, you will fly out of Hanoi to Singapore. Upon arrival at the international airport, you will be met by the representative and transferred to your hotel for check-in.




Overnight in Singapore

Day 11: Singapore (B/-/-)

Location: Singapore

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: GRAND COPTHORNE WATERFRONT

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning after breakfast, head on a city tour of Singapore. Drive through the civic and colonial districts of the city before making a stop at Merlion, an icon symbol of Singapore — a lion-headed figure with the body of a fish. Take photos of the monument and enjoy the views of Marina Bay. From there you will visit the Thian Hock Keng — the oldest Chinese temple in Singapore. Next, enter the district of Little India, famous for its vibrant colors and the scent of joss sticks, jasmines, and spices. The final stop on this tour will be the National Orchid Gardens where you may see the sprawling displays of different types of orchids. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.




Overnight in Singapore

Day 12: Singapore (B/-/-)

Location: Singapore

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: GRAND COPTHORNE WATERFRONT

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy your day at leisure. You may choose to explore Sentosa Island, head on a Bumboat ride on the Singapore River, shop along Orchard Road, explore the splendid Gardens by the Bay, take in the views at the Marina Bay Sands Skypark, discover the Singapore National Museum, explore Kampong Glam (a Malaysian enclave), or enjoy drinks and dining at Clarke Quay, Boat Quay, or Robertson Quay. You may also treat yourself to one of the Michelin star restaurants in Singapore.




Overnight in Singapore

Day 13: Singapore (Departure) - Usa/Canada (B/-/-)

Location: Singapore Changi Airport

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you will be transferred back to the Singapore International Airport for your onward flight home.

What's Included

  • 11 Nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar

  • 01 Night accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed superior vessel or similar

  • Daily Buffet Breakfast

  • 03 Meals (brunch, lunch and dinner) on board cruise

  • 03 Special Lunches and dinners at local restaurants

  • Arrival and departure airport transfers

  • All transportation in AC deluxe vehicles

  • Deluxe minibus ticket from Hoian to Hue

  • Services of an English-speaking local guides

  • All Sightseeing as per the itinerary

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What's Not Included

  • Items of a personal nature, tips & gratuities

  • Visa fees

  • ?Arrival and departure transfers for land only passengers

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  • What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 11 nights of accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar, and 1 night of accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at a listed superior vessel or similar.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, daily buffet breakfast is included, along with 3 meals (brunch, lunch, and dinner) on board the cruise, and 3 special lunches and dinners at local restaurants.

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    All transportation is provided in air-conditioned deluxe vehicles. Additionally, there is a deluxe minibus ticket from Hoian to Hue.

  • Are airport transfers included in the tour package?

    Yes, arrival and departure airport transfers are included.

  • Are there any flights included in the tour package?

    Yes, domestic flights (Saigon – Danang / Hue-Hanoi) and a regional flight (Hanoi – Singapore) are included.

  • What kind of guided tours are included?

    The tour includes the services of English-speaking local guides and all sightseeing as per the itinerary.

  • Are entrance fees to attractions included?

    Yes, all entrance fees as per the itinerary are included.

  • What activities are included in the Mekong Delta visit?

    The Mekong Delta visit includes a boat ride along the river, viewing stilt houses, fruit plantations, and fishing villages, a visit to Tortoise islet, a hand-rowed sampan cruise, and tasting seasonal fruit and honey tea while listening to Southern Vietnamese folk music.

  • What can I expect during the visit to Halong Bay?

    During the visit to Halong Bay, you will check in to an overnight cruise, visit caves, swim, enjoy the sunset on the sea, and have dinner with fresh seafood. The next morning, you can participate in a Tai Chi or yoga exercise before breakfast.

  • What are some of the highlights of the city tour in Singapore?

    The city tour in Singapore includes visits to the Merlion, Thian Hock Keng (the oldest Chinese temple in Singapore), Little India, and the National Orchid Gardens.

  • What kind of leisure activities are available in Singapore?

    In Singapore, you can explore Sentosa Island, take a Bumboat ride on the Singapore River, shop along Orchard Road, visit Gardens by the Bay, enjoy views at Marina Bay Sands Skypark, discover the Singapore National Museum, explore Kampong Glam, or enjoy dining and drinks at Clarke Quay, Boat Quay, or Robertson Quay.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.

  • If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?

    You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.

  • Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?

    In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.

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  • Low Deposit

    Indus Travels requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of indus travels charges.

    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.