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Spirit of Vietnam
Luxury Gold
Tour Description:
Embrace the very best of Vietnam on this 12-day guided tour. See Ho Chi Minh’s glittering skyscrapers and green paddy fields from a speedboat as you race to the Cu Chi tunnels, where guerrilla fighters once hid during the Vietnam War; here, meet a Viet Cong veteran who will share with you what it was like to live in the tunnels. See the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Imperial Citadel in Hue during a private tour before the palaces open to other tourists. Experience the vibrant city of Hoi An your way: take a hands-on cooking class. Walk through the food carts living Hanoi’s streets and taste its classic cuisine: crab spring rolls, beef noodle soup, and com cakes. Sail through the mesmerizing waters of Halong Bay on a traditional overnight junk cruise. The Activity Level of this tour is Balanced, meaning there is 1 to 3 miles of walking per day which may include some uneven surfaces such as cobblestones and stairs.
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Dates & Pricing
| Sunday 06 Oct 24 — Thursday 17 Oct 24 | Starting at $5,925 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 20 Oct 24 — Thursday 31 Oct 24 | Starting at $5,925 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 03 Nov 24 — Thursday 14 Nov 24 | Starting at $5,925 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 08 Dec 24 — Thursday 19 Dec 24 | Starting at $5,925 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 12 Jan 25 — Thursday 23 Jan 25 | Starting at $5,925 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 09 Feb 25 — Thursday 20 Feb 25 | Starting at $5,925 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 23 Feb 25 — Thursday 06 Mar 25 | Starting at $5,925 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 16 Mar 25 — Thursday 27 Mar 25 | Starting at $5,895 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 05 Oct 25 — Thursday 16 Oct 25 | Starting at $6,525 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 19 Oct 25 — Thursday 30 Oct 25 | Starting at $6,525 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 02 Nov 25 — Thursday 13 Nov 25 | Starting at $6,525 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 07 Dec 25 — Thursday 18 Dec 25 | Starting at $6,525 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 11 Jan 26 — Thursday 22 Jan 26 | Starting at $6,525 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 08 Feb 26 — Thursday 19 Feb 26 | Starting at $6,525 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 22 Feb 26 — Thursday 05 Mar 26 | Starting at $6,525 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 15 Mar 26 — Thursday 26 Mar 26 | Starting at $6,495 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingDestination Highlights:
: Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences.
: In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level.
: Included at all hotels.
: Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.
: Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure.
: On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.
: Enjoy complimentary hotel WiFi. And, on select coaches, onboard WiFi may also be available.
: Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city as the itinerary, may be requested.
: Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences.
: In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level.
: Included at all hotels.
: Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.
: Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure.
: On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.
: Enjoy complimentary hotel WiFi. And, on select coaches, onboard WiFi may also be available.
: Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city as the itinerary, may be requested.
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDynamic Ho Chi Minh City
Your Vietnam luxury tour begins by private transfer to the five-star hotel in the heart of the city. Dine tonight in one of Saigon’s rooftop restaurants.
Marvels of Saigon
Venture by speedboat to Cu Chi tunnels to meet a Viet Cong veteran and former resident of this network of tunnels dug in 1948 for guerrillas to hide from combat forces during the Vietnam War. After lunch, head to a charming coffee shop and learn the art of brewing Vietnamese coffee. Visit the Museum of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine or the War Remnants Museum.
Cruise the Mekong Delta
Discover the Mekong Delta aboard a private charter. See coconut production and take a ride on a tri-motorcycle. At Mango Home, feast on Mekong Delta specialties before visiting the home of a former soldier.
Royal Refinement in Hue Relaxed Start
Cycle through green rice fields to the traditional garden houses of Phu Mong village. Dine at Ben Xuan Garden House Theater, serenaded by local musicians.
Highlights of Hue
Enjoy a visit to the Imperial Citadel and royal tomb of Minh Mang. Take a cyclo ride to An Dinh Palace, the private residence of Khai Dinh, Vietnam's last emperor, or travel by boat to the private museum of collector, Tran Dihn Son.
Romantic Hoi An
Explore Hoi An through the eyes of a local. Enter former merchants’ homes, stroll lanes of traditional houses and cross the Japanese Covered Bridge. Dinner is your choice of traditional cuisine, modern Vietnamese or East-meets-West fusion.
The Locals in Hoi An Relaxed Start
Glide to the Thanh Dong village in a traditional bamboo-basket boat learning from the villagers and a professional chef how to make Vietnamese food.
Hanoi Street Food Tasting Tour
Check in to your boutique hotel before joining a local gourmand for exploration of Hanoi's colorful street food culture.
Cruise Along Ha Long Bay
Discover Ha Long Bay’s emerald waters on your private, luxury junk boat and visit the Tien Ong Cave and Cua Van. Learn from the masters with a traditional Vietnamese cooking demonstration or relax on deck as the sun sets.
Ha Long to Hanoi Relaxed Start
Greet the day with Tai Chi before lingering over brunch as you cruise past the limestone formations en route to Hanoi.
The Temple of Literature Relaxed Start
Tour the Temple of Literature and view the Well of Clarity with a local scholar. Toast your travels over dinner.
Farewell Vietnam
Your Ho Chi Minh to Hanoi luxury tour comes to an end with a transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
