12 days

Luxury Vietnam Culinary Tour

Hanoi - Mai Chau - Halong Bay - Hue - Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh - Mekong Delta
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Tour Code: VNPK-36
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Duration: 12 days
Price: $$$$
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Latest Reviews

“….We arranged through Viet Prestige Travel a 12- Luxury Vietnam Culinary Tour. We had a personal guide and driver, the tour from the beginning to the end was absolutely perfect. I can’t say enough about the Halong Bay trip, the crew, the food, the cabins, and the included tours. Every detail was arranged by Ms. Hoa – our consultant for the excellent service she gave us. We will be back to travel with you, Viet Prestige travel…”

 

Brief Itinerary

Date Destinations Activities
Day 1 Arrive Hanoi Arrive Hanoi, check-in hotel, free at your leisure after the flight
Day 2 Hanoi city tour Full day city tour to visit the historic places in Hanoi, enjoy water puppet show and overnight in Hanoi
Day 3 Hanoi - Mai Chau Leave Hanoi for Mai Chau, enjoy the refreshment of mountainous area
Day 4 Mai Chau - Hanoi Further exploration in Mai Chau, get back to Hanoi
Day 5 Hanoi - Ha Long Bay Depart for Halong Bay, enjoy the boat trip
Day 6 Ha Long Bay - Hanoi -Hue Disembark and then transfer to Hanoi for the flight to Hue
Day 7 Hue sightseeing Go sightseeing, visit the historic places in Hue
Day 8 Hue - Hoi An Transfer to Hoi An, stop along way in Da Nang for visit the beautiful places
Day 9 Hoi An - Cooking class Take a cycle tour in the countryside and enjoy the boat trip to the local fisherman
Day 10 Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh city vespa tour Transfer to Ho Chi Minh City, go on Ho Chi Minh vespa tour
Day 11 Ho Chi Minh - Mekong delta Transfer to Mekong Delta, observe the rural life and beautiful landscape along the way
Day 12 Ho Chi city - departure Free at your leisure, bid farewell Ho Chi Minh City, tour end!

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Full Itinerary

ActivitiesArrive Hanoi, check-in hotel, free at your leisure after the flight

Meal

IncludedHotel in Hanoi, ground transportation, guide, food street tour

Warmly welcome from Viet Prestige travel’s team on arrival at the Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi. Transfer to the city centre for check in the hotel. Free at your leisure after check in.
In the evening, our expert English-speaking local guide will give you an insight into the intricacies and traditions of Vietnamese food culture including details on ingredients and historical backgrounds of popular northern dishes. We eat as we go, trying seasonal fruits and sampling a tasty French-inspired snack from a street cart.
Walking through the maze of bustling streets that make up Hanoi’s Old Quarter, we tempt our tastebuds with the famed Hanoi dishes such as Bun Cha Ta, Banh Cuon at a local eatery. Watch in awe as the skilled chefs demonstrate for you how this tasty dish is put together. Continuing into the atmospheric heart of the Old Quarter, we wander past street stalls and quiet residential lanes where you can observe local life that has changed little since Hanoi was founded over 1000 years ago.
Our next two snack stops are at outdoor barbeque stalls. We sit down with the Hanoi locals and sample various meat, vegetable and bread specialties that are flame grilled over hot coals for extra flavour. It’s then time for dessert as we venture down a small alley to join in the local tradition of feasting on fresh fruit served in a cup and smothered with crushed iced and condensed milk – this speciality is one not to be missed!
Our local guide will then take you to one of Hanoi’s best kept secrets, a hidden street food restaurant to taste top ten street foods in Hanoi is Banh My Hanoi, Vietnamese Rice Wine and famous Egg Coffee. This hard-to-find café is one of the few left in the narrow street inside the old quarter of Hanoi. Or, if coffee is not your style, a cold beer awaits! At the end of the trip, optional free to continue exploring the area or get back to your hotel.
Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi.

ActivitiesFull day city tour to visit the historic places in Hanoi, enjoy water puppet show and overnight in Hanoi

MealBreakfast

IncludedHotel in Hanoi, ground transportation, guide, entrance fee

After breakfast, your day trip included Ho Chi Minh Complex, visit The One Pillar Pagoda, founded by King Ly Thai To in 1049, next. This structure is one of Vietnam’s most iconic temples. Close by is the mausoleum of the historic father figure of modern Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh, and the former presidents house on stilts where he lived from 1958 to 1969. His former home illustrates the modesty of this Vietnamese revolutionary.
Continue to the Temple of Literature. In 1076, Vietnam’s first university Quoc Tu Giam, picturesque West Lake and the sixth century Tran Quoc Buddhist Pagoda. From here transfer (or stroll along the lakeside) 700 meters to the nearby Taoist temple of Quan Thanh dedicated to Tran Vu, one of the principal deities in Taoism.
In the afternoon visit the fascinating Ethnology Museum (closed Mondays), which is both a research centre and a public museum exhibiting the ethnic groups of Vietnam. At the end of the afternoon visit Hanoi’s Old Quarter also known as the ‘36 streets’. Take a walking tour through charming Hang Be Market and around Hoan Kiem Lake. This bustling area of narrow streets and alleys is home to literally thousands of small businesses and shopkeepers. It’s a great place to explore with plenty of photo opportunities all around you.
Finish the day with a Water Puppet show. This is a uniquely northern Vietnamese art form depicting scenes from rural life and episodes of national history.
Overnight in Hanoi.

ActivitiesLeave Hanoi for Mai Chau, enjoy the refreshment of mountainous area

MealB/L/D

IncludedHomestay in Mai Chau, ground transportation, guide, entrance fee

Today, we depart Hanoi and head west towards Hoa Binh City where we stop for refreshments. Leaving Hoa Binh for Mai Chau valley, about another two hours away, stopping on the way to take in the spectacular scenery. Our hosts for this evening will be the White Thai minority people. In sampling these peoples hospitality, we find out a little more of their lives and cultures with a cultural exchange following the evening meal with the local authentic cuisine.
Dinner and overnight at Thai Home Stay.

ActivitiesFurther exploration in Mai Chau, get back to Hanoi

MealBreakfast

IncludedAccommodation, ground transportation, guide, entrance fee

Following breakfast we embark on a lovely bicyclo about 2 to 2,5 hours to Lac village and Van village. We will encounter the local villagers going about their daily business tilling the fields, logging or herding the buffalo. Before get back to Hanoi, visit Muong village in Hoabinh. Overnight at the hotel in Hanoi.

ActivitiesDepart for Halong Bay, enjoy the boat trip

MealB/L/D

IncludedAccommodation, ground transportation, guide, entrance fee, boat trip on Halong Bay

Today, drive to Halong bay for 2 days 1 night cruising on the bay. Situated in the Tonkin Golf, Halong bay is one of the world’s natural wonders – a bay with more than 3,000 islands, which time, wind and waves have sculpted into fantastic shapes. The best way to appreciate this magical scene is from a boat, cruising between these karst cliffs, which loom like fairy-tale castles, complete with rocky spires and hidden caves. The bay is dotted with tiny islands, pristine sandbanks on the turquoise water providing an excellent backdrop for swimming or just lazing about on the junk boat.
Overnight on board.

ActivitiesDisembark and then transfer to Hanoi for the flight to Hue

MealBreakfast/ Lunch

IncludedHotel in Hue, ground transportation, guide

Wake up early to watch a stunning sunrise over the tranquil bay. After visiting the caves, take part in this 1/2-hour class, which help you immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Vietnamese foods with expert guidance and advice from our Master Chef. This class tends to learning to create classic Vietnamese dishes as well as some surprises! Our chef will give you techniques used to create exciting results as well as which ingredients to use in dishes, how they alter the final taste of a dish and where to shop for them.
The junk then sails around the island, back to the port and returns to Hanoi for the flight to Hue

ActivitiesGo sightseeing, visit the historic places in Hue

MealBreakfast

IncludedAccommodation, ground transportation, guide, entrance fee

After breakfast, today excursion give you a chance to explore the most beautiful city in Vietnam, visit the ancient walled Citadel containing the former Imperial Palace. In the afternoon enjoy a leisurely Dragon Boat cruise along the timeless Perfume River, stopping at one of the oldest and most significant pagodas in Hue and the tomb of Emperor Tu Duc. Enjoy a spectacular dinner at lovely restaurant.

ActivitiesTransfer to Hoi An, stop along way in Da Nang for visit the beautiful places

MealBreakfast

IncludedAccommodation, ground transportation, guide, entrance fee

Today, take a journey along the coast, past the beautiful beach of Lang Co and over the Hai Van Pass, stop in Da Nang for a visit to the Cham Museum and handicraft villages on the foot of Marble Mountain before arriving in Hoi An. Arrival at the charming river port of Hoi An, when there should be time for an introductory tour of this ancient town. Recently declared a World Heritage Site, Hoi An is being beautifully restored and preserved.

ActivitiesTake a cycle tour in the countryside and enjoy the boat trip to the local fisherman

MealBreakfast/ Lunch

IncludedAccommodation, ground transportation, guide, entrance fee, cooking class

Following breakfast at the hotel, we start our cooking class tour by visiting Hoi An’s colourful market, and experience the amazing sights, sounds and aromas of this busy market. We will have the opportunity to interact with the local sellers and learn about all the ingredients to be used in the cooking lesson later. We board the Red Bridge boat for a leisurely cruise (25 minutes) along the Hoi An River to the Red Bridge Cooking School. This is a chance to view local river life, so make sure your camera is handy. On arrival, we explore the cooking school’s herb garden, before learning about some of Hoi An’s and Vietnam’s well-known dishes. The cooking lesson runs for about 2 hours – the Red Bridge chefs first demonstrate each dish before we prepare the same dish ourselves. Included in the class is a brief introduction to Vietnamese food carving (plate decoration). After the lesson, we could enjoy what we have cooked. (should you bring your swimsuit and after the cooking tour has finished relax and enjoy free use of our 20 metre swimming pool – towels and showers provided.)
In the evening, go on the walking city tour to explore this enchanting port town. Follow the narrow lanes lined with centuries-old houses influenced by Chinese, Japanese, French and European architectures and visit its numerous places of interest: the 400-year old Japanese Covered Bridge, the Phuc Kien Assembly Halls, the local fish market… Around the town we can see a numerous art galleries and tailor shops, get some made-to-order clothes if you like.
Overnight at the hotel.

ActivitiesTransfer to Ho Chi Minh City, go on Ho Chi Minh vespa tour

MealBreakfast

IncludedAccommodation, ground transportation, guide, entrance fee

Transfer to Danang Airport and fly to Ho Chi Minh City. This busy city is an interesting blend of old and new, east and west.
In the evening, go on Saigon night tour, this is part night excursion, part street food adventure. Experience Saigon nightlife the way locals do, all from the back of a vintage Vespa scooter. To start off this Saigon night tour, enjoy drinks at our Vespa-themed café, Café Zoom, to watch “as the world goes by” (as said in the Lonely Planet guide book). Throughout the night, try a variety of food and drinks at 2 local restaurants and samplings of Saigon’s best authentic street food. Zoom past the famous must-see sights of Ho Chi Minh City while in the bustling traffic. We will also go to a Vietnamese-style coffee shop with special live music, and then wrap up the evening at an exciting Rock music bar where the new generation of Vietnamese unwind and flaunt their unique styles. Ride pillion behind our drivers to enjoy and experience the Vietnamese nightlife with friends. This tour includes free flowing drinks and all you can eat, so come with an appetite!
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh city.

ActivitiesTransfer to Mekong Delta, observe the rural life and beautiful landscape along the way

MealBreakfast

IncludedAccommodation, ground transportation, guide, entrance fee, boat trip

Head south into the Mekong Delta, known as Vietnam’s ‘breadbasket’, which produces more than enough rice to feed the entire country. After a scenic drive to Vinh Long, take a boat through the floating market to an ancient house, observing typical Mekong Delta rural life and beautiful landscapes along the way. Then return to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

ActivitiesFree at your leisure, bid farewell Ho Chi Minh City, tour end!

MealBreakfast

IncludedGround transportation, tour guide, entrance fee

Morning excursion is to the remarkable Cu Chi tunnel complex, first used as guerrilla base during the independence war against France, and learn about its history. In the evening you’ll transfer to the airport for your onward flight!

Hotels and Resorts

Hanoi: 3 nights/ deluxe room


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Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Hotel
15 Ngo Quyen Street , Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, Vietnam
Queen Room, Twin Room, Superior Room, Deluxe Station View

5.131 Reviews | 12 of 544 Hotels in Hanoi

The Hotel Metropole Hanoi is an award-winning French colonial-style hotel lying in the heart of Hanoi, near Hoan Kiem Lake and the…

Mai Chau: 1 night/ deluxe room


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Mai Chau Ecolodge
Na Thia Village, Na Phon Commune, Mai Chau, Vietnam
Superior, Junior Deluxe, Deluxe,Suite, President

271 Reviews | 2 of 114 hotels in Hanoi

Lodge offers: Private bungalow, outdoor swimming pool, panoramic view, restaurant and bar, free wifi and helpful staff.

Ha Long Bay: 1 night/ deluxe cabin


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Indochina Sails Cruise
Tuan Chau Pier, Halong Bay, Ha Long, Vietnam
Superior Cabin, Deluxe Cabin, Suite Cabin

599 Reviews | 2 of 96 Water and Boat in Hanoi

Cruise offers: 2 days/1 night sailing around Halong Bay, all meals on onboard, excursion to cave, kayaking availability and spa services.

Hue: 2 nights/ deluxe room


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Indochine Palace Hue
105A Hung Vuong Street, Hue City, Hue, Vietnam
Palace Floors, Indochine Club Suites, Indochine Grand Suite

938 Reviews | 11 of 110 Hotels in Hue

Hotel offers: Luxury boutique hotel, spacious room, central location, ostentatious amenities, great breakfast, friendly staff and free wifi.

Hoi An : 2 nights/ deluxe room


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Victoria Hoi An Beach Resort and Spa
Cua Dai Beach, Hoi An, Vietnam
River View, Garden View, Deluxe, Deluxe Ocean View, Junior Suite, Suite.

2.596 Reviews | 29 of 106 hotels in Hoi An

Resort offers: 5* star luxury boutique accommodation, great view of rivers, ocean, really spacious rooms and very well decorated, top luxury spa in Hoi An, Supper breakfast, beach location, free internet.

Ho Chi Minh: 2 nights/ deluxe room


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Intercontinental Asiana Saigon Hotel
Corner Hai Ba Trung Street and Le Duan Boulevard, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Club Intercontinental, Superior Deluxe Room, Deluxe Corner Suite, Executive Suite, Guest Room, Presidental Suite

2.010 Reviews | 04 of 416 Hotels in Ho Chi Minh City

Hotel offers: Central Location, Spectacular city view, great breakfast, convenient transportation, fitness centre and spa, outdoor pool, sauna and spa, free wifi.

Flight Schedule

Flight Routes Airline Names Status Flight Number Duration
Class
Hanoi – Hue
(domestic)
Vietnam Airlines Availability VN 1545
19:55 – 21:05
1hr 10min
Economy
Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh
(domestic)
Vietnam Airlines Availability VN 115
10:40 – 12:10
1hr 30min
Economy

Inclusions and Exclusions

Inclusions
Private door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services
Accommodation shared in Twin/Double room with daily breakfast
Experienced English speaking guide
Domestic flights & Entrance fees according the above program
Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast ; L: Lunch ; D: Dinner)
2 days 1 night on board cruise in Halong Bay, Night train as mentioned
Complimentary Vietnam visa on arrival pre-approved letter
Services charges and government tax
No extra charge after confirmation
24/7 hotline support guaranteed
Exclusions
All the International flight
International departures taxes,Travel insurance
Surcharge for early check in and late check out the hotel
Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
All the meals which does not mentioned clearly above
Peak season or Public holidays surcharge if any
Compulsory Gala dinner on X-Mas or New Year if any
Vietnam visa stamp fee
Other services not mentioned above

Reviews

There’s no better way to learn what a trip is like than from the firsthand experiences of your fellow travelers, and our Traveler Reviews are the real deal—unbiased and unedited—giving you an honest appraisal of the experiences that await you on this trip.

AVERAGE RATING

4.6

RATING SUMMARY

Accommodations
4.7
Itinerary
4.5
Meals
4.4
Sales Executive
4.8
Value
4.9
Overall Quality
5

Striving for Excellence

Overall Trip Excellence
95%
Trip Leader Excellence
98%
dominguez13
Paris, France
14 August 2015

I had the best possible time
– I really enjoyed this itinerary
– Felt like in 12 days we covered a great variety of the country’s landscape from the impossible to cross streets of Hanoi to the beautiful Mekong Delta
– …breathtaking overnight cruise in Halong Bay
– Hue is cool especially the drive which had wonderful greeny to be seen on the way in
– Spending time on Mekong Delta was a definite highlight
– Ly – our agent was helpful and organized

Accommodations
4.9
Itinerary
4.7
Meals
4.8
Sales Executive
5
Value
4.8
Overall Quality
4.9
rumsen0709
Reykjavik, Iceland
12 May 2015

Generally the service and experience were good
– The trip was wonderful and we were cared for by the agency’s team at all time
– The guide and the shuttles were always very punctual
– Everything was ready for us wherever and however we travelled
– Very happy with all guides and accommodation…the breakfasts included were amazing
– Halong, Hanoi…had their own beauty and we’re happy we visited Mekong Delta – so interesting with floating markets and lovely local people
– Cannot recommend this travel agency more highly

Accommodations
4.9
Itinerary
4.8
Meals
4.7
Sales Executive
4.9
Value
4.8
Overall Quality
4.7
Sabin Mezut
Bangalore, India
27 June 2016

A fautless tour
– Would like to compliment Ms Thuy Tien from Viet Prestige Travel for her wonderful and dedicated service
– The accommodations were better than we had expected..my most favorite was the junk in Halong Bay – it was perfect
– Had private driver and the cars were always clean and we were offered water
– It was a great trip combining history, culture and fun like in HCM city, John gave us lots of information which made the experience much more valuable
Yes, I would definitely recommend this to everyone

Accommodations
4.7
Itinerary
4.9
Meals
4.8
Sales Executive
5
Value
4.8
Overall Quality
4.9
Bostonlindalou
Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates
28 August 2016

Extremely helpful and took care of all our needs
– We had the pleasure of dealing with Viet Prestige when we booked our Vietnam culinary vacation.
– Our agent was able to help us resolve everything; always being available and getting back to us quickly.
– We had nearly 2 weeks enjoying Vietnam food and beverage and everything went off without a hitch. Floating Rice Cake and Cao Lau noodle are two must try food in Vietnam.
No doubt, I would not hesitate to book future travel with this agency whenever in Southeast Asia.

Accommodations
4.9
Itinerary
4.8
Meals
5
Sales Executive
4.9
Value
4.7
Overall Quality
4.9
Flarve T
Melbourne, Australia
19 November 2016

Do not hesitate booking through Viet Prestige Travel
– Thank you for organising an amazing trip for us
– We had a great time, everything ran like clockwork.
– Vietnamese drivers and guides chosen where of very high standard.
– The food and beverage were extremely tasty, healthy and safe.
– Every detail was checked to ensure everything was ok for us.
 Really recommendable, I hope to deal with Viet Prestige again for our trip next year.

Accommodations
4.7
Itinerary
4.8
Meals
4.9
Sales Executive
4.8
Value
4.7
Overall Quality
4.8
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