Vibrant Vietnam - The Land of Timeless Charm

With its astonishing natural beauty, diverse cultures, bustling streets, stunning architecture, hill tribe settlements, and hospitable people, Vietnam is both exotic and compelling. 

This journey through Vietnam begins in Hanoi and continues to Sa Pa's terraced rice fields, the fertile river lands of Ninh Binh, a cruise through the emerald-green waters of Ha Long Bay, Hue, where you can immerse yourself in Vietnamese history, and Hoi An, which is picture-perfect.

Unforgettable experiences are everywhere in Vietnam.

DAY 01 | ARRIVAL IN HANOI

• Check in to our hotel and relax for sometime
• Visit Hoan Kiem Lake and the Ngoc Son Temple, which is on an island in the lake 
• Train Street

DAY 02 | NINH BINH

• Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda, the biggest pagoda in South East Asia 
• Take the boat ride to Trang An 
• Witness the stunning landscape of limestone karst peaks penetrated with valleys

DAY 03 | SA PA 

• Visit Cat Cat village at the bottom of Muong Hoa Valley.  
• Enjoy the breathtaking views of the lovely valley and Fansipan, which is the highest peak in both Vietnam and Indochina 
• Witness Black H'mong's traditional stilt homes and observe their lifestyle
• Take the cable car to Fansipan that has been recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the World’s longest three-rope cable car route measuring at 1,410 meters. (optional - at cost)

DAY 04 |  Y LINH HO - TA VAN 

• Embark on a hike from Sa Pa towards another part of Muong Hoa Valley
• Admire the rice terraces that are shrouded in early mist  
• Stop by a stunning waterfall and the vestige of a hydroelectric power station, constructed by the French during the colonial era  
• Walk along a narrow stream until we reach Y Linh Ho village which is home to the Black H'mong ethnic minorities.  
• Continuing through the colorful rice terraces we reach the village of the Giay ethnic minority, Ta Van. 

DAY 05 | HALONG BAY

• Head to Ha Long Bay, the World Natural Heritage site recognized by UNESCO.
• Embark the cruise and enjoy a sumptuous lunch on board while the ship sailing further to the Bay. 
• Take some time to admire the Bay's stunning limestone islets.  
• Explore Sung Sot cave (Surprise cave) supposedly the most spectacular and largest grottoes of Ha Long Bay. 
• Visit Luon Cave by a traditional bamboo boat rowed by the local or by the kayak. 
• Stop at Titop, an island of dreams with a beach shaped like a crescent moon, A 15 minute hike up leads to the viewpoint from where we can witness all of Ha Long Bay's magnificence.  

DAY 06 | HOI AN

• It's a free day, so do whatever you want! 
• Rent a bicycle and visit a village to spend some time with the locals.  
• Experience the basket boat ride 
• Hit the beautiful An Bang beach and spend some time chilling around.
• Explore on foot the narrow alleys of the World Heritage-listed town of Hoi An lined up with centuries-old houses influenced by Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, and European architecture. 
• Stop over at ancient merchants' houses, the Phuc Kien temple, the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge, and the colorful riverside markets, workshops.   

DAY 07 | HUE

• Take a boat ride along the Perfume river to visit the towering Thien Mu Pagoda, one of the most famous Vietnamese landmarks
• Pay a visit to Minh Mang Tomb and Khai Dinh Tomb to understand Royal’s life and their architecture. 
• See the Imperial Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City, both of which were built in the 19th century for the Nguyen Dynasty's Emperors. 
• Stroll around the Dong Ba Market   

DAY 08 | BA NA HILLS

• The French village in the Ba Na Hill is a small replica of Europe, with exquisitely built mediaeval French architecture on every corner and lane.
• Take the cable car up and explore the hill. 
• The primary draw is the Golden Bridge – a pair of giant, stone hands emerge from the verdant hills, lifting a gleaming bridge toward the sky, soaring 3,280 ft. above sea level.  
• Depart to the Da Nang Airport in the evening.
• Head back home with a bagful of sweet memories!!!

Start Date: February 11, 2023 (Saturday)

End Date: February 18, 2023 (Saturday)

Pick-up at Noi Bai International Airport, Hanoi; Drop at Da Nang International Airport

It is recommended that you arrive a day ahead of time. Arrive no later than 10:00 AM on Day 01 (Airport Pick-up @ 11 AM) and book your return flight ticket after 8:00 PM on Day 09. (Airport Drop at 5 PM)

INR 55000 per person (Pay INR 15000 to Book Now!)

• These rates are for Indian Nationals only.
• Group Size: Minimum of 8 participants - Maximum of 14 participants (+) WANDERING SARATHY as your Tour Lead. Please make sure that the trip has reached the minimum number of participants before you reserve your flight ticket.
• Even a single member can join this trip. If you're a single-member traveling alone, you'll be assigned to a room with another member of the same gender.
• Suitable for members between the age group of 18-50 years. Generally, we majorly have participants between 20-35 years.

INCLUSIONS

• Comfy stay in 3*/4* hotels on double/twin sharing basis for 7 nights
• Breakfast on all days. Lunch in Halong Bay (Day 05)
• Airport transfer for arrival and departure 
• Land Transfers/sightseeing by an exclusive AC vehicle (Not at disposal)
• Day cruise in a luxury boat in Halong Bay
• Entry ticket to Ba Na Hills cable car
• Kayaking and Boating in Halong Bay
• Boat fees in Trang An
• Entrance fees to the places of interest mentioned in the itinerary
• Services of a Local English Speaking Guide during local tours
• Services of WANDERING SARATHY, the trip leader who acts as a facilitator and a story-teller
• All Toll & Parking Charges

EXCLUSIONS

• International flight tickets (return ticket costs approx. 20k from most cities)
• Visa ($25 i.e., Rs.2,000/- approximately)
• Travel Insurance (approx. Rs.1000/-)
• Domestic flight ticket (Hanoi to Da Nang would cost approx. Rs.4,000/-)
• Food/Snacks/Beverages other than mentioned above
• Snorkeling, and other water sports charges 
• Bike/Bicycle rentals 
• 5% GST on the trip cost
• Late check-out/early check-in (Check-in time: 14.00 pm, check-out time: 12.00 noon)
• Tipping tour guides and driver (mandatory 3$/person/day)
• Any taxes/charges the local Government may levy, in future
• Additional costs arising due to mishaps, political unrest, natural calamities like – landslides, road blockage, etc. In such a case, extras will have to be paid on the spot by the participants directly.
• Personal expenses such as laundry, bottled water, soft drinks, incidentals, porter charges, medicines, etc.
• Any item not specified in the ‘Inclusions’

• Please confirm your participation by paying INR 15000 to book your seat.
• Rest to be paid 30 days before the tour start date.
• Please write to us at unusualescapes@gmail.com for our Bank Account Details to transfer the Booking Fee (or) pay via Google Pay at 9052220466.
• Your spot will be confirmed as soon as we receive your Booking Fee.