DAY 1:
ARRIVAL HANOI
Met and transferred upon arrival to our hotel. Ha Noi ,
Vietnam’s capital , is one thousand year old city with green lakes,
French styled buildings, old quarter streets, tree lined boulevards,
brightly painted temples and pagodas. Overnight in Ha Noi.
DAY 2:
HANOI - MAICHAU - H'MONG MINORITY VILLAGE (B,L,D)
Heading out of town
we travel by road to Mai Chau Region. This mountainous region is home to
the Muong, Hmong, White Thai ethnic minority groups whom you will have
the opportunity to meet on your expedition.Trek through 4 hours to
Xalinh and Paco to Hang Kia. Meet and interaction with friendly Hmong
tribal people. Overnight at Hang Kia village.
DAY 3: THAI
MINORITY VILLAGES (B,L,D)
Breakfast and
embark on our lovely trekking down the valley through the mountain to
hidden villages of Van. The trekking is difficult at times with some
steep uphill and downhill walking, but the views and scenic landscape
will make up for our effort. The trek requires however some physical
preparation to enable you to fully appreciate today's trek. Overnight at
Thai minority village.
DAY 4: THAI
MINORITY VILLAGES (B,L,D)
The spectacular
countryside and simple lifestyle of the Thai ethnic minority people are
a highlight of Mai Chau valley although conditions are very basic. En
route to Sam Khoe we have the chance to meet local people, all friendly
and welcoming. Overnight at Poomcong village.
DAY 5: CUCPHUONG
NATURAL FOREST (B,L,D)
This morning we
spend time walking out of Mai Chay Valley before we take a short drive
to Cuc Phuong National Park. On arrival, we enjoy a guided visit to Cuc
Phuong Museum and Zoo garden. Overnight in Cuc Phuong.
DAY 6: MUONG
MINORITY VILLAGES (B,L,D)
We continue our way
into the national park of Cuc Phuong. A trekking of six hours give us
a great opportunity to explore one of Vietnam most beautiful primeval
forests and study the Muong tribal people 's culture. A long the way,
a picnic lunch will be organized. Tonight we diner and overnight at
Muong village.
DAY 7: SCENIC RICE
FIELD & LIMESTONE MOUNTAINS (B,L,D)
We have 2 lovely
morning hike through rice fields and village to the meeting point where
we are taken on to KenhGa rural village where
we boat our boat
for a cruise a long small river to visit the quaint village by the
river. The area is also one of astounding natural beauty with limestone
peaks whose splendor is often said to surpass that of Ha Long Bay. It is
true that this area is often referred to as the Ha Long Bay on land.
The excursion being rowed along the Boi River, which makes for a
truly unforgettable experience, passing between towering limestone
peaks.Overnight in Ninh Binh.
DAY 8: RED
RIVER VILLAGES (B,L,D)
Breakfast and en
route through the lush villages of the rich farming land of the Red
River Delta to Hai Hau district. Visit Co Le pagoda, characterized by
the West's original architecture, reserved for the worship of a
well-known medicine monk. Arrival to thecommune, the wagon will take you
to the local inhabitant's house.
overnight in Red River Delta
DAY 9: RED RIVER
VILLAGES &EXOTIQUE BEACH (B,L,D)
After breakfast we have
opportunity to lear more about various kinds of popular medicinal
plants and their effects on the daily life. In particular, you will be
examined free of charge by the well-known and experienced oriental
doctors as well as consulted about the use of medicinal
plants in the treatment of common diseases. Afternoon: Riding a bicycle
to Hai Hoa district Photographing and enjoying beautiful views on the
road. On arrived, visit the salt-marsh, participation to harvest
the salt with the inhabitant. Bathing in the sea and sporting together
with local inhabitants. Dinner and overnight in Red River Delta.
DAY 10: WATER PUPPET VILLAGES - HALONG BAY (B,L,D)
Breakfast and head
out on our journey through lush vegetation of Redriver Detal to
Haiphong.
. Stop en route to take in such views and get insight into local lifew.
Visit Keo Pagoda in Thaibinh. This is one of the most wonderful pagoda
in Vietnam. Enjoy the water puppet show performed by the villages.
Halong bay. Arrival Halong bay check into our hotel. Overnight in Halong
bay.
DAY 11: HALONG BAY - HANOI (B,L)
This morning, we
embark on a cruise for an stunning exploration of breathtaking
limestone backdrops blending with the sky and some 3,000 limestone
islands rising amazingly from the clear and emerald water. Along the way
we will anchor for a leisurely swim in a secluded cove. Visit caves,
floating village. We are treated to a fresh lunch on board . Return
Hanoi in the afternoon..
DAY 12: HANOI (B)
AM:
City tour to visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum ,One Pillard Pagoda, the
Temple of Literature - Vietnam’s first university and the interesting
Museum of Ethnology, the beautiful lake of Hoan Kiem with its sacred
temple.
PM
Balance of the day at leisure will be a strolls amongst the mazes of
vibrant old quarter.
Enjoy the traditional herbal foot massage.
Overnight in Ha Noi.
DAY 13: DEPARTURE
(B)
Breakfast at the
hotel
At leisure till the departure transfer to airport for your flight home.
