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6 Nights

7 Days

Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 Hotel Homestead Parkview / Ramana / Liberty Park View similar in Ho Chi Minh Hotel Bay or similar in Ho Chi Minh Lunch and Dinner (For June 2024 - March 2025 Departures) Arrive Ho Chi Minh. City Tour of Ho Chi Minh (Visit War Remnants Museum, Photostop at Notre-Dame Basilica, Saigon Central Post Office, Photo Stop at Reunification Palace) Basilica, Saigon Central Post Office, Photo Stop at Reunification Palace) Upon arrival, welcome by the Tour Manager/local tour guide and transfer from the airport to the hotel for check in. (Standard check in time 1400-1500 hrs). This afternoon, we visit the War Remnants Museum, which comprehensively documents the travails of the long Vietnam-American War. We then visit Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica (outside due to construction), a neo-Roman cathedral. Pass by classic European-style landmarks such as the ornate City Hall (Hotel De Ville), the old Opera House and take photo of Reunification Palace from outside. Dinner at Indian Restaurant. Note: Joining direct passenger / NRI can check-in on your own at the hotel. The standard check-in time is 1500 hrs. Packed dinner will be provided in case of late arrivals of flight or long queue at the immigration. Hotel:

Day 2

Day 2 Hotel Homestead Parkview / Ramana / Liberty Park View similar in Ho Chi Minh Meals: (For October 2024 - March 2025 Departures) (For June - Sept 2024 Departures) Hotel: Hotel Homestead Parkview / Ramana / Liberty Park View similar in Ho Chi Minh Hotel Bay or similar in Ho Chi Minh Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner (For June - Sept 2024 Departures) Visit Cu Chi Tunnels - Free Time at Ben Thanh Market After breakfast, we visit Cu Chi tunnels - the network of over 200 km tunnels which became legendary when they played a vital role in the War. Later, we visit Ben Thanh Market which is the most famous shopping destination for tourists in Ho Chi Minh City. Dinner at Indian Restaurant. (For October 2024 - March 2025 Departures) Visit Cu Chi Tunnels - Ride on Water Bus - Free Time at Ben Thanh Market After breakfast, we visit Cu Chi tunnels - the network of over 200 km tunnels which became legendary when they played a vital role in the War. We then proceed to Bach Dang Station where we will take water bus to Binh An station. This attraction brings you out of the bustling streets, providing a unique view of the city from water. In the evening, we visit Ben Thanh Market which is the most famous shopping destination for tourists in Ho Chi Minh City. Refresh yourself with coconut water. (What's More) Dinner at Indian Restaurant. Meals: (For October 2024 - March 2025 Departures) (For June - Sept 2024 Departures) Hotel:

Day 3

Day 3 Hotel Homestead Parkview / Ramana / Liberty Park View similar in Ho Chi Minh Hotel Bay or similar in Ho Chi Minh Breakfast and Dinner (For June - Sept 2024 Departures) Day Free at Leisure Today after breakfast the day is at leisure for you to explore the city on your own or you can opt for Optional Tour. Optional: Full Day Tour of Mekong Delta with Local Lunch - USD 35 per Adult/Child (minimum 10 pax required) On this Tour, we visit My Tho, the homeland of coconut. On arrival in My Tho, enjoy cruising on the mighty Mekong River and view the life of the local people that live along the riverbanks. Embark on the small sampan boats rowed River and view the life of the local people that live along the riverbanks. Embark on the small sampan boats rowed by the local people thru the small canals covered by water coconut trees. Later in the afternoon, we take the boat back to the mainland and then drive back to the city. On the way we visit Vinh Trang pagoda, one of the biggest pagodas in the region. Dinner at Indian Restaurant. (For October 2024 - March 2025 Departures) Day Free at Leisure or Optional: Tour of Mekong Delta with visit to Vinh Trang Pagoda and Local Lunch Today after breakfast the day is at leisure for you to explore the city on your own or you can opt for Optional Tour. Optional: Tour of Mekong Delta with visit to Vinh Trang Pagoda and Local Lunch - USD 35 per Adult/Child (minimum 10 pax required) On this tour, we visit My Tho, the homeland of coconut. On arrival in My Tho, enjoy cruising on the mighty Mekong River and view the life of the local people that live along the riverbanks. Embark on the small sampan boats rowed by the local people thru the small canals covered by water coconut trees. Later in the afternoon, we take the boat back to the mainland and then drive back to the city. On the way we visit Vinh Trang pagoda, one of the biggest pagodas in the region. Dinner at Indian Restaurant. Meals: (For October 2024 - March 2025 Departures) (For June - Sept 2024 Departures) Hotel:

Day 4

Day 4 Hotel Babylon Grand or Spa / Lenid / Muong Thanh Centre or similar in Hanoi Hotel Sunway or similar in Hanoi Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner (For June - Sept 2024 Departures) Ho Chi Minh - Hanoi. Orientation Tour of Hanoi (Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, Hoa Lo Prison Museum, Hoan Kiem Lake) - Visit Temple of Literature - Cyclo Tour After breakfast we check out and transfer to the airport for our flight to Hanoi. On arrival, we proceed with the city tour by going on an orientation walk at Ba Dinh Square and take photos of Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum from outside. Pass through the One Pillar Pagoda and then visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, which is the most ancient pagoda in Hanoi. The next stop is Hoa Lo Prison Museum, ironically nicknamed the 'Hanoi Hilton' by US prisoners of war (POWs) during the American War. We then visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first by US prisoners of war (POWs) during the American War. We then visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university. Constructed in 1070, the gardens and well-preserved architecture offer a relaxing glimpse into Vietnam's past. We continue the tour by visiting the picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake and then take a leisure cyclo for 45 minutes around the Old Quarter of Hanoi. Dinner at Indian Restaurant. (For October 2024 - March 2025 Departures) Ho Chi Minh - Hanoi. City Tour of Hanoi (Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and One Pillar Pagoda, Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, Visit Hoan Kiem Lake), Cyclo Tour After breakfast we check out and transfer to the airport for our flight to Hanoi. On arrival, we proceed with the city tour by going on an orientation walk at Ba Dinh Square and take photos of Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum from outside. Pass through the One Pillar Pagoda and then visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, which is the most ancient pagoda in Hanoi. We continue the tour by visiting the picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake and then take a leisure cyclo for approx. 45 minutes around the Old Quarter of Hanoi. Enjoy a cup of Vietnamese Coffee. (What's More) Dinner at Indian Restaurant. Meals: (For October 2024 - March 2025 Departures) (For June - Sept 2024 Departures) Hotel:

Day 5

Day 5 Hotel Babylon Grand or Spa / Lenid / Muong Thanh Centre or similar in Hanoi Hotel Sunway or similar in Hanoi Breakfast, Local Lunch and Dinner (For June - Sept 2024 Departures) Hanoi - Halong Bay Day Trip - Enroute visit Pearl Farm After breakfast, we start our journey east to Halong Bay. Upon arrival in Halong, we visit pearl farm and get to see how beautiful pearls are cultured. We then transfer to the pier and board a charming traditional wooden junk for cruising through the Bay. The cruise passes by rock formations with such names as Stone Dog, Incense Burner (Dinh Huong), and Fighting Cock (Ga Choi). Local Lunch on board (Set menu). Local Lunch on board (Set menu). At the core of the islets, there are wonderful caves to visit called Thien Cung and Dau Go Cave. You visit the caves or just choose to relax on the boat. Dinner at Indian Restaurant. (For October 2024 - March 2025 Departures) Hanoi - Ha Long Bay Day Trip - Day Cruise on the Ha Long Bay - Enroute visit Pearl Farm After breakfast, we start our journey east to Ha Long Bay. Upon arrival in Ha Long, we visit pearl farm and get to see how beautiful pearls are cultured. We then transfer to the pier and board a charming traditional wooden junk for cruising through the Bay. The cruise passes by rock formations with such names as Stone Dog, Incense Burner (Dinh Huong), and Fighting Cock (Ga Choi). Local Lunch on board (Set menu). At the core of the islets, there are wonderful caves to visit called Thien Cung and Dau Go Cave. You visit the caves or just choose to relax on the boat. Dinner at Indian Restaurant. Meals: (For October 2024 - March 2025 Departures) (For June - Sept 2024 Departures) Hotel:

Day 6

Day 6 Hotel Babylon Grand or Spa / Lenid / Muong Thanh Centre or similar in Hanoi Hotel Sunway or similar in Hanoi Breakfast and Dinner (For June - Sept 2024 Departures) Day Free at Leisure Today after breakfast the day is at leisure for you to explore the city on your own or you can opt for Optional Tour. Optional: Full Day Ninh Binh Tour with Indian Set Menu Lunch - USD 60 per Adult/Child (minimum 10 pax required) On arrival, we start the boat trip to visit Tam Coc. Known as "Halong Bay on land", Tam Coc are three limestone caves stretching along Ngo Dong River. The boat trip is a nice journey along the river with peaceful scenery of Limestone Mountains, rice paddy and the site of some temples along the way. We then drive to Hoa Lu thru tranquil Limestone Mountains, rice paddy and the site of some temples along the way. We then drive to Hoa Lu thru tranquil villages to enjoy the daily life of people in Ninh Binh. The visit offers a chance to know more about part of feudal dynasties and historical periods in Vietnamese history. Dinner at Indian Restaurant. (For October 2024 - March 2025 Departures) Day Free at Leisure or Optional: Visit Bat Trang Ceramic Village - Visit Hoa Lo Prison - Visit Temple of Literature with Indian Lunch Today after breakfast the day is at leisure for you to explore the city on your own or you can opt for Optional Tour. Optional: Visit Bat Trang Ceramic Village - Visit Hoa Lo Prison - Visit Temple of Literature with Indian Lunch - USD 40 per Adult/Child (minimum 10 pax required) On this tour, we visit Bat Trang ceramic village, which has been renowned for centuries for their products of refined porcelain, terra-cotta, crackle glazed pottery for Vietnamese use and shipping abroad. Learn how to make a handicraft pottery and immerse yourself in traditional culture as well as the local's daily life. We then visit Hoa Lo Prison Museum, ironically nicknamed the 'Hanoi Hilton' by US prisoners of war (POWs) during the American War. We then visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university. Constructed in 1070, the gardens and well-preserved architecture offer a relaxing glimpse into Vietnam's past. Dinner at Indian Restaurant. Meals: Hotel:

Day 7

Day 7 N/A Breakfast Departure Today, we check out and proceed to the airport for your flight back home. It's time to say goodbye to all the new friends you have made. We hope you take back many happy memories of your holiday. We would like you to spare a few minutes of your time to write and tell us how you enjoyed your holiday and any suggestions you may have for the future. Note: The normal check out time is 12:00pm. Joining Direct Passengers: Internal Flight from Ho Chi Minh - Hanoi is included in the cost.

Highlights

(For June – Sept 2024 Departures)
2 water bottles (500 ml) per person per day
(For October 2024 – March 2025 Departures)
One souvenir per room
Coconut Water in Ho Chi Minh
Vietnamese Coffee in Hanoi
Two water bottles (500 ml) per person per day

 

Meals
Daily American breakfast. (Except Day 1)
3 Lunches at Indian restaurants
6 Dinners at Indian restaurants
1 Local Lunch onboard Cruise
Note: Packed lunches, if applicable, will be Jain/vegetarian
(B-Breakfast / BR – Brunch / L-Lunch / LL-Local Lunch / LC-Lunch coupon / PL-Packed Lunch / D-Dinner /
LD-Local Dinner)
Inclusions
Inclusions
Return economy class airfare as per the itinerary.
Accommodation at the hotels specified above or similar.
Visa and Airport taxes (Any further increase in the same must be borne by the guest).
Services of a professional and multilingual Tour Manager/ local representative. (subject to minimum 20
customers)
The tour will operate on SIC Basis if there are less than 15 passengers booked on tour.
Cost of the ticket taxes for the above itinerary as of 1st Dec 2023. (For June – Sept 2024 Departures)
Cost of the ticket taxes for the above itinerary as of 1st June 2024. (For October 2024 – March 2025
Departures)
Medical insurance for the duration of the tour is included in the tour price. However, any passenger above the
age of 60 years and those who wish to extend their stay will be required to pay additional charges.
Meals, transfers, entrances, sightseeing, and surface transport as mentioned in the itinerary.
Visa
Vietnam E Visa included in the package
Cost of Visa and Insurance for Duration of the tour is included
Passport
Passport should be valid for 6 months from the date of departure
Exclusions
Compulsory tips for tour guide and driver: USD 5 per person per day
The cost of deviation, in case you want to deviate from the group departure dates mentioned in the brochure.
City Tax or Tourism tax
ProductTermsandConditionsCity Tax or Tourism tax
Cambodia tourist Visa (If applicable)
Visa charges for NRI passengers. (If applicable)
Cruise Gratuity (applicable for cruise holidays)
Cost of deviation will be advised on confirmation of the deviation date, in case you want to deviate from the
group departure dates mentioned in the brochure.
The tour cost does not include POE charges, porterage and passport charges.
Cost of Basic Travel Quota equivalent to USD 10,000.
Govt Taxes and Service taxes as applicable.
The cost of airfare included in the above tour cost is based on the fare structure existing as on 1st Dec 2023.
Any further increase in the airfare due to an increase in the fuel price, change in Government regulations, taxes,
etc., charged by the airline will have to be borne by the passengers. TCIL will not be held responsible for the
same. (For June – Sept 2024 Departures)
The cost of airfare included in the above tour cost is based on the fare structure existing as on 1st June 2024.
Any further increase in the airfare due to an increase in the fuel price, change in Government regulations, taxes,
etc., charged by the airline will have to be borne by the passengers. TCIL will not be held responsible for the
same. (For October 2024 – March 2025 Departures)
Any increase in the rate of exchange leading to increase in surface transportation and land arrangements which
may come into effect prior to departure.
The tour price is subject to increase without notice if this rate of exchange changes substantially prior to
departure.
Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry, wines, mineral water, food and drink not in the regular menus
provided by us.
Tips to guides, hotel waiters, drivers etc.
Meals other than what is mentioned in itinerary.
Cost of excursions, city sightseeing, entrance fees and local guides availed of by the passenger other than
those included in your itinerary
Product Terms and Conditions
General Info:
Currency used:
Vietnamese Dong (VND)
Time difference:
Vietnam – 1 hour and 30 minutes ahead of IST.
Airline and Airfare:
The airfare is based on the fare structure existing as on 1st Dec 2023. Any further increase in the airfare due to
an increase in the fuel price, change in Government regulations, taxes, etc., charged by the airline will have to
be borne by the passengers. (For June – Sept 2024 Departures)
The airfare is based on the fare structure existing as on 1st June 2024. Any further increase in the airfare due to
an increase in the fuel price, change in Government regulations, taxes, etc., charged by the airline will have to
be borne by the passengers. (For October 2024 – March 2025 Departures)
Passengers missing flights – In such cases the entire ticket/booking gets a no show and stands canceled. A new
return ticket needs to be purchased by the passengers.
For prices and departure dates from your hub city please contact our local sales offices/travel agents.
Cost of Travel to Hub City is not a part of the package.
Hotels
This Package doesn’t offer city center hotels.Hotels will be located in the airport area or on the outskirts.
As a 3rd person in a triple room, most hotels offer roll-away beds and room size will be the same as double
room.
For Child with bed: At times hotel don’t have enough roll-away beds, in that case they might give a double and a
separate single room.
A person 12 years and below is considered child and above 12 years, an adult.
Due to international events and trade fairs you may have to stay in hotels further away from the city.
Due to international events and trade fairs you may have to stay in hotels further away from the city.
Any damages caused to the hotel rooms / Coach during the stay shall be payable by the passengers.
We also reserve the right to substitute a hotel of similar class if it is deemed advisable or necessary.
Hotels in certain cities are not offering buffet breakfasts due to health regulations. If the same does not change
by the time the tours operate, we will organize breakfasts at Indian / local restaurant.
Coaches:
Coaches are an important part of your journeys and we request our guests to keep the coach clean.
Due to hygiene factors it is not permitted to use toilets in the coach. However the tour manager will make
comfort stops during long drives.
Eating and drinking is not permitted in the coach.
Due to limited boot space in the coach we suggest you to carry one check-in bag and one hand bag per person
only
Due to parking regulations and designated drop off and pick up points it is not possible to stop at all the places
during the city tour. Tour Manager will try his/her best to stop coach wherever possible for a photo stop.
Coaches do not have a wheelchair access. There are steps to board / alight from the coach.
Coaches are forbidden inside most of the historic city centers; to preserve them from damage caused by
pollution and getting overcrowded. Most of your sightseeing will be done by local buses and by foot in the
historic and heritage centers.
Meals:
All Meals are pre-set.
Packed lunches will be provided on certain days.
Sightseeing:
Due to logistical reasons certain departures may have amendments or reverse the itinerary. However, all the
services / inclusions will remain the same.
Generally, you will have to walk at sightseeing places, amusement parks and at the airports sometimes for a
long distance; however the same will be timely instructed by the Tour Manager. It is advisable to carry good pair
of comfortable sports shoes. The tour manager and the driver will do their best to get you as close to the
monuments as possible.
Every Site / Monuments has its own set of rules and regulations.We need to respect this and ensure that we
Every Site / Monuments has its own set of rules and regulations.We need to respect this and ensure that we
follow the same.
All our visits are booked in advance to avoid delays,at the same time there may be delays caused due to over
crowding ,local regulations ,security check etc.
General:
On some occasions you may have to join another group in case the group does not have adequate number of
members.
A local representative or a driver may only be there to assist you during the your initial part of you tour.
Security alerts and unforeseen closures may affect the itinerary.
Please take extra care of your personal belongings while on the tour, every country you travel to is prone to
thefts and bag snatching.THOMAS COOK will not be liable for any loss of belongings / baggage.
Disabled clients shall carry their own wheelchair and be accompanied by a qualified companion who is able to
provide assistance to the disabled client per their regular/routine requirements.
THOMAS COOK shall not accept any liability or responsibility for any damages, loss, baggage loss, theft, injury,
accident, death, breakdown or irregularity, which may occur in carrying out the tour arrangement, weather
conditions, strikes, war, quarantine and any other cause whatsoever and all such loss or expense must be
borne by the passengers alone. Insurance policies must be carried along all throughout while on tour.
Normal insurance charges for the duration of the tour are included in the tour price. However, any passenger
above the age of 60 years and those who wish to extend their stay will be required to pay additional charges.
The management reserves the right to claim any additional expenses incurred due to delay or changes in
schedules of train, airplane, bus, ship or other services.
The Tour Manager and the company reserves the right to amend the itinerary, alter, vary or withdraw any
particular departure, excursion advertised. For the convenience of our passengers, we may at times amend the
itinerary to suit prevalent conditions and at the same time attain optimum utilization of the tour.All the services
as per itinerary shall remain the same as it is during such amends.
There are no refunds for any services i.e. meals, sightseeing etc. not utilized on your tour
In case you decide to change the date of your return reservation once confirmed the exact amount payable to
the airline will be advised once the same is confirmed.
The images used in this brochure are for representation purpose only.
Tours operated are subject to RBI / GOI regulations. Part of the tour cost will be paid in USD EURO / CHF out of
your BTQ at prevailing rate of exchange at the relevant time.
Please refer to the Booking Form for detailed “Terms and Conditions”.
Please refer to the Booking Form for detailed “Terms and Conditions”.

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