10 DAYS FROM THE SOUTH TO THE NORTH OF VIETNAM 2015 - 2016

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32 Tien Giang St., Tan Binh Dist., HCMC l Tel: +84-8-3547 0787 l Fax: +84-8-3547 0788

09 Phan Chu Trinh St., Hoi An City, Quang Nam Province l Tel: +84-510-391 9293 l Fax: +84-510-391 9779 l www.hoianexpress.com.vn

BRIEF ITINERARY

Day 1 HO CHI MINH CITY – Arrival

Day 2 Mekong Delta – Cai Be floating market – Vinh Long Town (BL) – 2 hours by minivan

Day 3 Cu Chi Tunnels – Da Nang (BL) by flight – 1 hour

Day 4 Da Nang – My Son Sanctuary (B)

Day 5 Da Nang - Hoi An - Ann Tailor for a free tailor-made item of clothing – Hoi An City Tour (B)

Day 6 Hoi An – Foodie tour (BL)

Day 7 Hoi An – Da Nang – Ha Noi City Tour (BL) by flight – 1 hour

Day 8 Ha Noi – Ha Long Bay (BLD) – 4 hours by minivan

Day 9 Ha Long Bay – Ha Noi (BL) – 4 hours by minivan

Day 10 HA NOI – Departure (B)

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Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - Arrival Pick-up and welcome at the airport with the transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City. 5* option: HOTEL EQUATORIAL HO CHI MINH CITY – Deluxe 4* option: GOLDEN CENTRAL HOTEL SAIGON – Deluxe 3* option: SEN VIET HOTEL - Deluxe Day 2: Mekong Delta – Cai Be floating market, Vinh Long Town (BL) by minivan – 2 hours The day will begin with a two-hour ride from Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong Delta. Upon arrival, we will take a boat cruise to visit Cai Be Floating Market. The floating market is one of the most interesting and exciting attractions to visit in the Mekong Delta. At the floating market you can watch locals aboard their small boats trading fresh goods and local commodities. Leave Cai Be for Binh Hoa Phuoc Islet where the maze of shady creeks will surely fascinate you. You will have a chance to linger amidst the local farmers, learn the secrets of their bonsai gardening and sample local products. We will continue to Vinh Long Town passing through the My Thuan Suspension Bridge that sits high above the Mekong River from once side to the other. We will then experience a traditional lunch meal at a local home prior to returning to Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City. 5* option: HOTEL EQUATORIAL HO CHI MINH CITY – Deluxe 4* option: GOLDEN CENTRAL HOTEL SAIGON – Deluxe 3* option: SEN VIET HOTEL - Deluxe Day 3: Cu Chi Tunnels - Da Nang (BL) by flight – 1 hour Start the day with a visit to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, a network of tunnels stretching over 200 km. Cu Chi became legendary during the 1960's in playing a vital role in the Vietnam War by allowing Viet Cong (communist guerillas) to control large rural areas, just 30 to 40 km away from Ho Chi Minh City. After lunch, transfer to airport for a flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, pick up and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Da Nang. 5* option: FURAMA RESORT DA NANG – Garden Superior 4* option: GRAND MERCURE DANANG - Superior 3* option: FANSIPAN DANANG HOTEL – Superior Day 4 Da Nang – My Son Sanctuary (B) After breakfast, a visit to the My Son Sanctuary is an experience that should not be missed while visiting the beautiful city of Hoi An. With us as your tour guide, enjoy a half-day trip to visit the capital and religious centre of the former Champa Kingdom, My Son, which has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. During a time spanning from the 4th to 8th centuries, when Tra Kieu (then known as Simhapura) served as the political capital of Champa, My Son was the site of the most important Cham intellectuals and a religious centre.

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It is also believed that this site could have been used as a place of burial for Cham monarchs. My Son is considered to be Cham’s counterpart to the grand cities of South-East Asia’s other Indian influenced civilizations: Angkor (Cambodia), Bagan (Myanmar), Ayuthaya (Thailand), and Borobudur (Java). After the tour to the sanctuary, we will return to your hotel. Free time in the afternoon. Overnight in Da Nang. 5* option: FURAMA RESORT DA NANG – Garden Superior 4* option: GRAND MERCURE DANANG - Superior 3* option: FANSIPAN DANANG HOTEL - Superior Day 5 Da Nang - Hoi An - Ann Tailor for a free tailor-made item of clothing

– Hoi An City Tour (B) 10:00 Check out. Transfer to Hoi An and contact Ann Tailor at 09 Phan Chu Trinh Street, Hoi An Town to have a free tailor-made item of clothing. In the afternoon, exploring Hoi An on foot is one of the best ways to absorb the beauty of this city. While walking around Hoi An, exploring the small yet beautiful town, tourists (even frequent visitors) find that it is a place of quiet and peace. The unique atmosphere combines elements of Vietnam, China and Japan. The most remarkable views are from the ancient houses, reminding visitors of a long gone past and providing a momentary glimpse of a more subdued and simple time. The tour includes visits to Hoi An’s Museum, many of the town’s renowned Ancient Houses which boast remarkable architecture, Assembly Halls of Chinese influence, a handicraft workshop, and of course the Japanese Covered Bridge. Overnight in Hoi An. 5* option: SUNRISE HOI AN BEACH RESORT – Garden Deluxe 4* option: RIVER BEACH RESORT & RESIDENCES – Deluxe 3* option: SEA AND SAND HOTEL - Deluxe Day 6 Hoi An – Foodie tour (BL) 09:00 Foodie tour. Discover Hoi An’s countryside and its local food by bicycle. We will start our tour by going through the countryside and stop to enjoy a bowl of Cao Lau. Cao Lau is a specialty and a traditional Hoi An dish composed of flat noodles, pork, bean sprouts, and greens served in a savory broth. The noodles are made with local sticky rice soaked in the water that must be taken from Ba Le Well. We will continue our visit to Tra Que, a famous vegetable village, and on to Cam Ha. You will have the opportunity to enjoy My Quang noodles, another very famous local specialty. Before the end of the tour, we will go to Cam Nam to enjoy the Ying and Yang food. This tour is definitely an interesting journey, allowing you to try local specialties and enjoy the charming countryside of Hoi An. 5* option: SUNRISE HOI AN BEACH RESORT – Garden Deluxe 4* option: RIVER BEACH RESORT & RESIDENCES – Deluxe 3* option: SEA AND SAND HOTEL – Deluxe

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Day 7: Hoi An – Da Nang – Ha Noi City Tour (BL) by flight – 1 hour Have breakfast. Check out. Transfer to Da Nang airport for a flight to Ha Noi. Once arrived in Ha Noi and checked-in to your hotel. After lunch, you visit the Temple of Literature (The first Imperial School in Vietnam), Hoan Kiem Lake, the Jade Mountain Temple, But Tower (Pen-Shaped Tower), Dai Nghien (Ink Stand), The Red – painted wooden and the Huc Bridge…Have a cyclo (pedicab) ride around Ha Noi ancient town. Overnight in Ha Noi. 5* option: SHERATON HANOI HOTEL – Deluxe 4* option: FLOWER GARDEN HOTEL – Deluxe 3* option: FLOWER HOTEL - Superior Day 8: Ha Noi - Ha Long Bay (BLD) The shuttle bus will pick you up at your hotel and depart for Ha Long Bay, go through the scenic countryside. The wondrous Ha Long Bay is truly one of Vietnam’s most impressive scenic sights. Heading out of the town, embark on a boat for an exploration of the legendary Ha Long Bay. This exciting cruise will provide a fantastic view of the picturesque scenery blending with the sky and some 3,000 limestone islands rising amazingly from the clear and emerald water. The limestone karsts formations are littered with beaches, grottoes and beautiful caves. Along the way, anchor for a leisurely swim in a secluded cove and an enjoyable visit to one of the many hidden grottoes beneath towering cliffs. Stay overnight on the Junk Cruise. 5* option: BHAYA CLASSIC – Deluxe 4* option: EMOTION CRUISE – Deluxe 3* option: MAJESTIC CRUISE – Deluxe Day 9: Ha Long Bay - Ha Noi (BL) After breakfast, swimming and sunbathing. After lunch, return to Ha Noi. Overnight in Ha Noi. 5* option: SHERATON HANOI HOTEL – Deluxe 4* option: FLOWER GARDEN HOTEL – Deluxe 3* option: FLOWER HOTEL - Superior Day 10: Departure (B) Breakfast and free time until time to go to the airport for departure flight. Transfer to Noi Bai International Airport.

INCLUSIONS – EXCLUSIONS - QUOTATION

Inclusions: Pre-approval letter for visa on arrival Hotel pick-up and return Accommodations (twin/double share) (9 nights, including 8 nights at hotels and resort, 1 night on cruise) Minivan with air-condition, all entrance fees Boat trip in Ha Long, in Mekong delta Mineral water Meals specific in the itinerary (9 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 1 dinner) English speaking tour guide Travel insurance Domestic Flight ticket (Ho Chi Minh City – Da Nang; Da Nang – Ha Noi), 20 kg checked baggage, 7 kg hand baggage Small group tour of maximum 10 persons per tour Child 0 – 5 years old: 10%, 6 – 10 years old: 50% using the same bed with parents Join in a group tour of maximum 10 persons. Valid till 31 Dec 2015 Exclusions: Visa stamp fee USD45 (paid to the Visa office at Tan Son Nhat Airport) Compulsory dinner on 24 Dec and 31 Dec surcharge will be advised and added by Hoi An Express Tips and gratuities Personal expenses such as: shopping, telephone, beverage, etc. International air tickets from/to Australia

Hotel standard Price per person

(twin/double/triple share)

Price per person (single room)

5* AUD 2,162 AUD 3,273

4* AUD 1,584 AUD 2,002

3* AUD1,199 AUD1,499

DEPARTURE DATES

2015 JULY: 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30 AUGUST: 4, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27 SEPTEMBER: 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24 OCTOBER: 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29 NOVEMBER: 2, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26 DECEMBER: 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 22 2016 JANUARY: 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30 FEBRUARY: 20, 24, 27 MARCH: 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30 APRIL: 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23 MAY: 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28 JUNE: 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29 JULY: 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30 AUGUST: 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27, 31 SEPTEMBER: 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28 OCTOBER: 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 29 NOVEMBER: 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30 DECEMBER: 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21 *** Note If you cannot choose any from above departure dates, please contact us at info@hoianexpress.com.vn, we will check the availability and we may arrange the trip departing on your request date.

CONTACT – TERMS & CONDITIONS

Contact

Pham Que Anh (Annie)

Info@hoianexpress.com.vn l Cell: +84-903 731 899

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Documents to provide

Copy of passports

International flight tickets

Booking

Minimum 2 vouchers per booking

Booking at least 30 days in advance

Hotels/cruise will be at 3, 4 or 5 star standard and will be booked at similar standard when the ones listing are fully booked.

!!!! Special arrangement for Airline staff

Airline staff who will have special benefit from their Airline company in last minute air-ticket CAN provide international air tickets on boarding date but need to:

-Book 1 extra day before the departure of the trip to make sure that if there is any change, they still can catch the tour.

-Confirm departure date as normal guests 30 days in advance.

Terms & Conditions

- CHANGES BY THE CUSTOMER PRIOR TO DEPARTURE

A modification of booking by the customer won’t lead to complementary charges in the following cases:

• Increase of the number of pax

• Increase of the number of services

• In case of a change arising during the trip, the supplementary charges will be directly paid at this time.

- CANCELLATION CHARGES

ALL cancellation from the customer arise additional charges as follows:

• More than 90 days before departure: 10% of the tour price

• 30-90 days before departure: 50% of the tour price

• 7-29 days before departure: 75% of the tour price

• Less than 7 days or No show: 100% of the tour price

- VALIDITY OF VOUCHER

During the year 2015 - 2016