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Discover the varied sights, sounds and flavours of this enchanting country, touring the fascinating cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), the Vietnam war-era Cu Chi tunnels, and the historic pearls of Hué and Hoi An. A day cruise through the Mekong delta and an overnight cruise amid the magical landscapes of Halong Bay are both included.
Discover the varied sights, sounds and flavours of this enchanting country, touring the fascinating cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), the Vietnam war-era Cu Chi tunnels, and the historic pearls of Hué and Hoi An. A day cruise through the Mekong delta and an overnight cruise amid the magical landscapes of Halong Bay are both included.
Discover the varied sights, sounds and flavours of this enchanting country, touring the fascinating cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), the Vietnam war-era Cu Chi tunnels, and the historic pearls of Hué and Hoi An. A day cruise through the Mekong delta and an overnight cruise amid the magical landscapes of Halong Bay are both included.
Discover the varied sights, sounds and flavours of this enchanting country, touring the fascinating cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), the Vietnam war-era Cu Chi tunnels, and the historic pearls of Hué and Hoi An. A day cruise through the Mekong delta and an overnight cruise amid the magical landscapes of Halong Bay are both included.
Discover the varied sights, sounds and flavours of this enchanting country, touring the fascinating cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), the Vietnam war-era Cu Chi tunnels, and the historic pearls of Hué and Hoi An. A day cruise through the Mekong delta and an overnight cruise amid the magical landscapes of Halong Bay are both included.
Discover the varied sights, sounds and flavours of this enchanting country, touring the fascinating cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), the Vietnam war-era Cu Chi tunnels, and the historic pearls of Hué and Hoi An. A day cruise through the Mekong delta and an overnight cruise amid the magical landscapes of Halong Bay are both included.
Discover the varied sights, sounds and flavours of this enchanting country, touring the fascinating cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), the Vietnam war-era Cu Chi tunnels, and the historic pearls of Hué and Hoi An. A day cruise through the Mekong delta and an overnight cruise amid the magical landscapes of Halong Bay are both included.
Overnight flight from London (regional connections available) direct to Hanoi with Vietnam Airlines. (N)
Day 2: HanoiMorning arrival. Transfer to the Sofitel Legend Metropole* (or similar) for 2 nights. Welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
Day 3: HanoiMorning tour of the Museum of Ethnology, Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son temple and the Temple of Literature. Afternoon visit to Ba Dinh Square, walk outside Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum, then visit the residence and One Pillar Pagoda. Continue to the Military History Museum and then meet with former NVA pilot Nguyen Hong My. Optional evening excursion to a water puppet show (payable locally). (B, L)
Day 4: Cruise on Lan Ha BayCruise today in an area similar to Halong Bay but with far fewer visitors, known as Lan Ha Bay, in the Gulf of Tonkin. Stay overnight onboard the Era*. (B, L, D)
Day 5: Fly to Hoi AnMorning cruise in Lan Ha Bay. Disembark and drive to Hanoi airport and fly to Hoi An, one of Asia’s most enchanting towns. Stay 3 nights at the beachfront Boutique Hoi An Resort. The luxury category tour will stay at the Hotel Royal Hoi An*, within walking distance of Hoi An Ancient Town. (B)
Day 6: Hoi AnMorning tour of the ruined temple of My Son. Lunch at Streets International restaurant, a social enterprise initiative with the purpose of developing sustainable programmes for street children. In the afternoon, take a walking tour of the former trading port of Hoi An, which has historic Chinese, Japanese and European influences. (B, L)
Day 7: Hoi AnDay at leisure. Optional classes at the Red Bridge cooking school (payable locally). (B)
Day 8: Danang - HueMorning drive over the spectacular Hai Van Pass (weather permitting) to Hue, visiting the Museum of Cham Sculpture in Danang en route. Afternoon at leisure. Stay at the Azerai La Résidence* for 2 nights. (B, L)
Day 9: HuéMorning visit to Hue citadel, which encompasses the numerous pavilions, temples and courtyards of the former Imperial City, including the Purple Forbidden City. Continue to Thien Mu pagoda, then take a short cruise on the Perfume River back to the city centre. After lunch, visit the tombs of the Nguyen emperors Tu Duc and Khai Dinh. Dinner this evening will be at a restored royal home of the Nguyen dynasty. (B, D)
Day 10: Fly to Ho Chi Minh CityFly to Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to the Caravelle Hotel* for a 3-night stay. (B)
Day 11: Mekong DeltaFull-day exploration of the Mekong Delta, including a trip to Cai Be, a boat ride exploring the smaller channels and walking in the countryside. (B, L)
Day 12: Cu Chi tunnelsMorning drive through the southern Vietnamese countryside and visit the Cu Chi tunnels. Afternoon city tour with visits to the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame cathedral, the War Remnants Museum and a former safe house used by the Viet Cong. Farewell dinner. (B, D)
Days 13-14: Fly to LondonDay at leisure. Transfer to the airport then fly direct to London, arriving the following day. (B) (N)
Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
TOUR EXTENSIONS
Tour + Phu Quoc beaches: 4 days & 3 nights from £425 End your tour on the beaches of Phu Quoc, an island just an hour’s flight from Ho Chi Minh City, with a 3-night stay at the Dusit Beach Resort. This extension is sold on a private basis.
Tour + Angkor Wat temples: 4 days & 3 nights from £595 Discover the spectacular Angkor Wat temples in Cambodia and take a short cruise on Tonle Sap lake. Extension includes return flights between Siem Reap and Ho Chi Minh City, touring, transfers and 3 nights at either the 4-star Tara Angkor Hotel or the 5-star Belmond La Résidence d’Angkor. This extension is sold on a group basis with other members of the Spirit of Vietnam tour.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
* Tour standards: Luxury tour departures will feature upgraded accommodation as indicated by the asterisks. Prices are based on the standard room / cabin category, unless otherwise stated.
Jan / Feb departures will operate using Qatar Airways via Doha.
Private & tailor-made travel: This itinerary can be taken privately on a date that suits you, for which guideline prices are shown. Alternatively, it can be tailored to your exact requirements.
The Mövenpick Hotel in Hanoi has a superb location in the heart of Hanoi's central business district, only minutes from the old quarter. Accommodation is in 154 well-appointed rooms and suites, with a stylish, contemporary design. Rooms are equipped with an LCD flatscreen television, minibar, safe, tea / coffee making facilities and internet access, with en suite bathrooms featuring a magnifying mirror and rainforest shower. Hotel facilities include the Mangosteen, a buffet-style restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner along with a creative à la carte menu, and the Lounge 83 bar has a wide selection of martinis, cocktails and wines from the hotel cellar.
Situated on An Bang beach, the Boutique Hoi An Resort is only 35 minutes from the airport, and 5 minutes from town on the hotel's complimentary shuttle service. All rooms and villas face the sea, with fantastic views from the private balconies or terraces and some with direct access to the beach. The hotel spa is equipped with three treatment rooms and five massage pavilions. Features: 110 rooms, swimming pool with pool bar, spa, gym, lobby lounge, restaurant, bar, Wi-Fi. Room amenities: Balcony/terrace, air conditioning, television, minibar, safe, hairdryer, tea & coffee facilities.
The Pilgrimage Village is a boutique resort located on the peaceful outskirts of Hue, approximately 10 minutes' drive from the city centre and 20 minutes' drive from the airport. Designed in a unique Vietnamese style, the property is an environmentally friendly resort where the natural environment blends harmoniously with the area's local culture. To complement the peaceful setting, the resort's Vedana Spa offers an array of facial and full body treatments. Accommodation is in a range of de luxe guestrooms with a simple zen design, while the larger Traditional Vietnamese Pool Houses feature a private kitchen, dining room, spa, pool and outdoor shower.
The Grand Hotel Saigon is situated in central Ho Chi Minh City, in the downtown District 1 area. Built in 1930 in a French-Colonial style, the hotel was later restored and modernised in 1997. The hotels rooms and suites are spread over two wings. The Ancient Wing is the original building with a European colonial architecture, while the Luxury Wing is more contemporary and was opened in 2011. The Rooftop Grand Lounge on the 20th floor offers guests superb views of the city and the river, accompanied by drinks and live music. Features: 251 rooms, swimming pool, gym, spa, gift shop, 2 restaurants, 2 bars. Room amenities: Television, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, safe, tea & coffee making facilities.
LSV2022
Guideline Prices
Adult
Low season from £3595 per person
High season from £3795 per person
Child
Vaccination Travel Policy
All clients must be fully vaccinated before travelling with us on a Cox & Kings (C&K)
group tour. This means that a customer must have received their full two doses of the
COVID‑19 vaccination at least 14 days before travelling with us. This does not apply
to our private tours or tailor-made travel. If you have any questions please call us
or visit our FAQs page on our website here
Flexible Prices & Itineraries
For a quote based on alternative accommodation standards or flight options, or to tailor this
itinerary, please call 020 7873 5000
or
send an email enquiry
Guaranteed Departures Where a tour date has ‘yes’ listed, this tour is guaranteed to run.
For all other departure dates, once the minimum number of people booked has been reached, this tour is also guaranteed to run. Our sales consultants will be able to advise how many people are booked for your chosen date at the time of enquiry, giving you the confidence to book safe in the knowledge your tour will go ahead.
Terms & Conditions Guaranteed departures will run except in the circumstances where travel to the destination is advised against by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) or entry restrictions relating to COVID-19 preclude travel.
Additional InformationPlease call 020 7873 5000 for more information or to make a booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on one person in a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
*Itinerary: Note that for the 06 Feb 2014* departure date only the itinerary is different to the regular 2014 tour, with a visit to the countryside in Mai Chai and an extra night in Hanoi, and one less night in Hoi An.
Discounts cannot be combined with any other current or subsequent Cox & Kings offer. Discounts apply to new bookings only and cannot be applied retrospectively. Offers are subject to availability.
S: Prices marked with an (S) symbol are designated as ‘Super Offers’. These select tour departures have been highlighted to help you recognise the best value offers currently available on our website.
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Overnight flight from London (regional connections available) direct to Hanoi with Vietnam Airlines. (N)
Day 2: HanoiMorning arrival. Transfer to the Mövenpick Hotel* (or similar) for 2 nights. Welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
Day 3: HanoiMorning tour of the Museum of Ethnology, Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son temple and the Temple of Literature. Afternoon visit to Ba Dinh Square, walk outside Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum, then visit the residence and One Pillar Pagoda. Continue to the Military History Museum and then meet with former NVA pilot Nguyen Hong My. Optional evening excursion to a water puppet show (payable locally). (B, L)
Day 4: Cruise on Lan Ha BayCruise today in an area similar to Halong Bay but with far fewer visitors, known as Lan Ha Bay, in the Gulf of Tonkin. Stay overnight onboard the Indochine*. (B, L, D)
Day 5: Fly to Hoi AnMorning cruise in Lan Ha Bay. Disembark and drive to Hanoi airport and fly to Hoi An, one of Asia’s most enchanting towns. Stay 3 nights at the beachfront Boutique Hoi An Resort.* (B)
Day 6: Hoi AnMorning tour of the ruined temple of My Son. Lunch at Streets International restaurant, a social enterprise initiative with the purpose of developing sustainable programmes for street children. In the afternoon, take a walking tour of the former trading port of Hoi An, which has historic Chinese, Japanese and European influences. (B, L)
Day 7: Hoi AnDay at leisure. Optional classes at the Red Bridge cooking school (payable locally). (B)
Day 8: Danang - HueMorning drive over the spectacular Hai Van Pass (weather permitting) to Hue, visiting the Museum of Cham Sculpture in Danang en route. Afternoon at leisure. Stay at the Pilgrimage Village* for 2 nights. (B, L)
Day 9: HueMorning visit to Hue citadel, which encompasses the numerous pavilions, temples and courtyards of the former Imperial City, including the Purple Forbidden City. Continue to Thien Mu pagoda, then take a short cruise on the Perfume River back to the city centre. After lunch, visit the tombs of the Nguyen emperors Tu Duc and Khai Dinh. Dinner this evening will be at a restored royal home of the Nguyen dynasty. (B, D)
Day 10: Fly to Ho Chi Minh CityFly to Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to the Grand Hotel* for a 3-night stay. (B)
Day 11: Mekong DeltaFull-day exploration of the Mekong Delta, including a trip to Cai Be, a boat ride exploring the smaller channels and walking in the countryside. (B, L)
Day 12: Cu Chi tunnelsMorning drive through the southern Vietnamese countryside and visit the Cu Chi tunnels. Afternoon city tour with visits to the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame cathedral, the War Remnants Museum and a former safe house used by the Viet Cong. Farewell dinner. (B, D)
Days 13-14: Fly to LondonDay at leisure. Transfer to the airport then fly direct to London, arriving the following day. (B) (N)
Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
TOUR EXTENSIONS
Tour + Phu Quoc beaches: 4 days & 3 nights from £425 End your tour on the beaches of Phu Quoc, an island just an hour’s flight from Ho Chi Minh City, with a 3-night stay at the Dusit Beach Resort. This extension is sold on a private basis.
Tour + Angkor Wat temples: 4 days & 3 nights from £595 Discover the spectacular Angkor Wat temples in Cambodia and take a short cruise on Tonle Sap lake. Extension includes return flights between Siem Reap and Ho Chi Minh City, touring, transfers and 3 nights at either the 4-star Tara Angkor Hotel or the 5-star Belmond La Résidence d’Angkor. This extension is sold on a group basis with other members of the Spirit of Vietnam tour.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
* Tour standards: Superior tour departures are based in 4-star accommodation. Luxury tour departures will feature upgraded accommodation. Prices are based on the standard room / cabin category, unless otherwise stated.
Jan / Feb departures will operate using Qatar Airways via Doha.
Private & tailor-made travel: This itinerary can be taken privately on a date that suits you, for which guideline prices are shown. Alternatively, it can be tailored to your exact requirements.
The Mövenpick Hotel in Hanoi has a superb location in the heart of Hanoi's central business district, only minutes from the old quarter. Accommodation is in 154 well-appointed rooms and suites, with a stylish, contemporary design. Rooms are equipped with an LCD flatscreen television, minibar, safe, tea / coffee making facilities and internet access, with en suite bathrooms featuring a magnifying mirror and rainforest shower. Hotel facilities include the Mangosteen, a buffet-style restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner along with a creative à la carte menu, and the Lounge 83 bar has a wide selection of martinis, cocktails and wines from the hotel cellar.
Situated on An Bang beach, the Boutique Hoi An Resort is only 35 minutes from the airport, and 5 minutes from town on the hotel's complimentary shuttle service. All rooms and villas face the sea, with fantastic views from the private balconies or terraces and some with direct access to the beach. The hotel spa is equipped with three treatment rooms and five massage pavilions. Features: 110 rooms, swimming pool with pool bar, spa, gym, lobby lounge, restaurant, bar, Wi-Fi. Room amenities: Balcony/terrace, air conditioning, television, minibar, safe, hairdryer, tea & coffee facilities.
The Pilgrimage Village is a boutique resort located on the peaceful outskirts of Hue, approximately 10 minutes' drive from the city centre and 20 minutes' drive from the airport. Designed in a unique Vietnamese style, the property is an environmentally friendly resort where the natural environment blends harmoniously with the area's local culture. To complement the peaceful setting, the resort's Vedana Spa offers an array of facial and full body treatments. Accommodation is in a range of de luxe guestrooms with a simple zen design, while the larger Traditional Vietnamese Pool Houses feature a private kitchen, dining room, spa, pool and outdoor shower.
The Grand Hotel Saigon is situated in central Ho Chi Minh City, in the downtown District 1 area. Built in 1930 in a French-Colonial style, the hotel was later restored and modernised in 1997. The hotels rooms and suites are spread over two wings. The Ancient Wing is the original building with a European colonial architecture, while the Luxury Wing is more contemporary and was opened in 2011. The Rooftop Grand Lounge on the 20th floor offers guests superb views of the city and the river, accompanied by drinks and live music. Features: 251 rooms, swimming pool, gym, spa, gift shop, 2 restaurants, 2 bars. Room amenities: Television, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, safe, tea & coffee making facilities.
PSV2022
Guideline Prices
Adult
Low season from £2895 per person
High season from £2995 per person
Child
Vaccination Travel Policy
All clients must be fully vaccinated before travelling with us on a Cox & Kings (C&K)
group tour. This means that a customer must have received their full two doses of the
COVID‑19 vaccination at least 14 days before travelling with us. This does not apply
to our private tours or tailor-made travel. If you have any questions please call us
or visit our FAQs page on our website here
Flexible Prices & Itineraries
For a quote based on alternative accommodation standards or flight options, or to tailor this
itinerary, please call 020 7873 5000
or
send an email enquiry
Guaranteed Departures Where a tour date has ‘yes’ listed, this tour is guaranteed to run.
For all other departure dates, once the minimum number of people booked has been reached, this tour is also guaranteed to run. Our sales consultants will be able to advise how many people are booked for your chosen date at the time of enquiry, giving you the confidence to book safe in the knowledge your tour will go ahead.
Terms & Conditions Guaranteed departures will run except in the circumstances where travel to the destination is advised against by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) or entry restrictions relating to COVID-19 preclude travel.
Additional InformationPlease call 020 7873 5000 for more information or to make a booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on one person in a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
*Itinerary: Note that for the 06 Feb 2014* departure date only the itinerary is different to the regular 2014 tour, with a visit to the countryside in Mai Chai and an extra night in Hanoi, and one less night in Hoi An.
Discounts cannot be combined with any other current or subsequent Cox & Kings offer. Discounts apply to new bookings only and cannot be applied retrospectively. Offers are subject to availability.
S: Prices marked with an (S) symbol are designated as ‘Super Offers’. These select tour departures have been highlighted to help you recognise the best value offers currently available on our website.
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Overnight flight from London (regional connections available) direct to Hanoi with Vietnam Airlines. (N)
Day 2: HanoiMorning arrival. Transfer to the Mövenpick Hotel* (or similar) for 2 nights. Welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
Day 3: HanoiMorning tour of the Museum of Ethnology, Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son temple and the Temple of Literature. Afternoon visit to Ba Dinh Square, walk outside Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum, then visit the residence and One Pillar Pagoda. Continue to the Military History Museum and then meet with former NVA pilot Nguyen Hong My. Optional evening excursion to a water puppet show (payable locally). (B, L)
Day 4: Cruise on Lan Ha BayCruise today in an area similar to Halong Bay but with far fewer visitors, known as Lan Ha Bay, in the Gulf of Tonkin. Stay overnight onboard the Indochine*. (B, L, D)
Day 5: Fly to Hoi AnMorning cruise in Lan Ha Bay. Disembark and drive to Hanoi airport and fly to Hoi An, one of Asia’s most enchanting towns. Stay 3 nights at the beachfront Boutique Hoi An Resort.* (B)
Day 6: Hoi AnMorning tour of the ruined temple of My Son. Lunch at Streets International restaurant, a social enterprise initiative with the purpose of developing sustainable programmes for street children. In the afternoon, take a walking tour of the former trading port of Hoi An, which has historic Chinese, Japanese and European influences. (B, L)
Day 7: Hoi AnDay at leisure. Optional classes at the Red Bridge cooking school (payable locally). (B)
Day 8: Danang - HueMorning drive over the spectacular Hai Van Pass (weather permitting) to Hue, visiting the Museum of Cham Sculpture in Danang en route. Afternoon at leisure. Stay at the Pilgrimage Village* for 2 nights. (B, L)
Day 9: HueMorning visit to Hue citadel, which encompasses the numerous pavilions, temples and courtyards of the former Imperial City, including the Purple Forbidden City. Continue to Thien Mu pagoda, then take a short cruise on the Perfume River back to the city centre. After lunch, visit the tombs of the Nguyen emperors Tu Duc and Khai Dinh. Dinner this evening will be at a restored royal home of the Nguyen dynasty. (B, D)
Day 10: Fly to Ho Chi Minh CityFly to Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to the Grand Hotel* for a 3-night stay. (B)
Day 11: Mekong DeltaFull-day exploration of the Mekong Delta, including a trip to Cai Be, a boat ride exploring the smaller channels and walking in the countryside. (B, L)
Day 12: Cu Chi tunnelsMorning drive through the southern Vietnamese countryside and visit the Cu Chi tunnels. Afternoon city tour with visits to the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame cathedral, the War Remnants Museum and a former safe house used by the Viet Cong. Farewell dinner. (B, D)
Days 13-14: Fly to LondonDay at leisure. Transfer to the airport then fly direct to London, arriving the following day. (B) (N)
Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
TOUR EXTENSIONS
Tour + Phu Quoc beaches: 4 days & 3 nights from £425 End your tour on the beaches of Phu Quoc, an island just an hour’s flight from Ho Chi Minh City, with a 3-night stay at the Dusit Beach Resort. This extension is sold on a private basis.
Tour + Angkor Wat temples: 4 days & 3 nights from £595 Discover the spectacular Angkor Wat temples in Cambodia and take a short cruise on Tonle Sap lake. Extension includes return flights between Siem Reap and Ho Chi Minh City, touring, transfers and 3 nights at either the 4-star Tara Angkor Hotel or the 5-star Belmond La Résidence d’Angkor. This extension is sold on a group basis with other members of the Spirit of Vietnam tour.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
* Tour standards: Superior tour departures are based in 4-star accommodation. Luxury tour departures will feature upgraded accommodation. Prices are based on the standard room / cabin category, unless otherwise stated.
Jan / Feb departures will operate using Qatar Airways via Doha.
Private & tailor-made travel: This itinerary can be taken privately on a date that suits you, for which guideline prices are shown. Alternatively, it can be tailored to your exact requirements.
The Mövenpick Hotel in Hanoi has a superb location in the heart of Hanoi's central business district, only minutes from the old quarter. Accommodation is in 154 well-appointed rooms and suites, with a stylish, contemporary design. Rooms are equipped with an LCD flatscreen television, minibar, safe, tea / coffee making facilities and internet access, with en suite bathrooms featuring a magnifying mirror and rainforest shower. Hotel facilities include the Mangosteen, a buffet-style restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner along with a creative à la carte menu, and the Lounge 83 bar has a wide selection of martinis, cocktails and wines from the hotel cellar.
Situated on An Bang beach, the Boutique Hoi An Resort is only 35 minutes from the airport, and 5 minutes from town on the hotel's complimentary shuttle service. All rooms and villas face the sea, with fantastic views from the private balconies or terraces and some with direct access to the beach. The hotel spa is equipped with three treatment rooms and five massage pavilions. Features: 110 rooms, swimming pool with pool bar, spa, gym, lobby lounge, restaurant, bar, Wi-Fi. Room amenities: Balcony/terrace, air conditioning, television, minibar, safe, hairdryer, tea & coffee facilities.
The Pilgrimage Village is a boutique resort located on the peaceful outskirts of Hue, approximately 10 minutes' drive from the city centre and 20 minutes' drive from the airport. Designed in a unique Vietnamese style, the property is an environmentally friendly resort where the natural environment blends harmoniously with the area's local culture. To complement the peaceful setting, the resort's Vedana Spa offers an array of facial and full body treatments. Accommodation is in a range of de luxe guestrooms with a simple zen design, while the larger Traditional Vietnamese Pool Houses feature a private kitchen, dining room, spa, pool and outdoor shower.
The Grand Hotel Saigon is situated in central Ho Chi Minh City, in the downtown District 1 area. Built in 1930 in a French-Colonial style, the hotel was later restored and modernised in 1997. The hotels rooms and suites are spread over two wings. The Ancient Wing is the original building with a European colonial architecture, while the Luxury Wing is more contemporary and was opened in 2011. The Rooftop Grand Lounge on the 20th floor offers guests superb views of the city and the river, accompanied by drinks and live music. Features: 251 rooms, swimming pool, gym, spa, gift shop, 2 restaurants, 2 bars. Room amenities: Television, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, safe, tea & coffee making facilities.
SPV2022
| Status | Tour Code | Tour Name | Departure-Return date | Original Price | Special Offer(£) | Single Supplement | depdate | returndate | Guaranteed Departures | Click to Book | cpntav | MaxGrpSize | IsSuperOffer | Status |
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| Available | SPV2022 | Spirit of Vietnam (Superior) | 16 Oct 2022 - 29 Oct 2022 | £2,595 | £100 | £0 | 10/16/2022 12:00:00 AM | 10/29/2022 12:00:00 AM | Reserve | Available | 0 | Available | ||
| Available | SPV2022 | Spirit of Vietnam (Superior) | 13 Nov 2022 - 26 Nov 2022 | £2,395 | £0 | £0 | 11/13/2022 12:00:00 AM | 11/26/2022 12:00:00 AM | Reserve | Available | 0 | Available |
Vaccination Travel Policy
All clients must be fully vaccinated before travelling with us on a Cox & Kings (C&K)
group tour. This means that a customer must have received their full two doses of the
COVID‑19 vaccination at least 14 days before travelling with us. This does not apply
to our private tours or tailor-made travel. If you have any questions please call us
or visit our FAQs page on our website here
Flexible Prices & Itineraries
For a quote based on alternative accommodation standards or flight options, or to tailor this
itinerary, please call 020 7873 5000
or
send an email enquiry
Guaranteed Departures Where a tour date has ‘yes’ listed, this tour is guaranteed to run.
For all other departure dates, once the minimum number of people booked has been reached, this tour is also guaranteed to run. Our sales consultants will be able to advise how many people are booked for your chosen date at the time of enquiry, giving you the confidence to book safe in the knowledge your tour will go ahead.
Terms & Conditions Guaranteed departures will run except in the circumstances where travel to the destination is advised against by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) or entry restrictions relating to COVID-19 preclude travel.
Additional InformationPlease call 020 7873 5000 for more information or to make a booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on one person in a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
*Itinerary: Note that for the 06 Feb 2014* departure date only the itinerary is different to the regular 2014 tour, with a visit to the countryside in Mai Chai and an extra night in Hanoi, and one less night in Hoi An.
Discounts cannot be combined with any other current or subsequent Cox & Kings offer. Discounts apply to new bookings only and cannot be applied retrospectively. Offers are subject to availability.
S: Prices marked with an (S) symbol are designated as ‘Super Offers’. These select tour departures have been highlighted to help you recognise the best value offers currently available on our website.
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Overnight flight from London (regional connections available) direct to Hanoi with Vietnam Airlines. (N)
Day 2: HanoiMorning arrival. Transfer to the Sofitel Legend Metropole* (or similar) for 2 nights. Welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
Day 3: HanoiMorning tour of the Museum of Ethnology, Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son temple and the Temple of Literature. Afternoon visit to Ba Dinh Square, walk outside Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum, then visit the residence and One Pillar Pagoda. Continue to the Military History Museum and then meet with former NVA pilot Nguyen Hong My. Optional evening excursion to a water puppet show (payable locally). (B, L)
Day 4: Cruise on Lan Ha BayCruise today in an area similar to Halong Bay but with far fewer visitors, known as Lan Ha Bay, in the Gulf of Tonkin. Stay overnight onboard the Era*. (B, L, D)
Day 5: Fly to Hoi AnMorning cruise in Lan Ha Bay. Disembark and drive to Hanoi airport and fly to Hoi An, one of Asia’s most enchanting towns. Stay 3 nights at the beachfront Boutique Hoi An Resort. The luxury category tour will stay at the Hotel Royal Hoi An*, within walking distance of Hoi An Ancient Town. (B)
Day 6: Hoi AnMorning tour of the ruined temple of My Son. Lunch at Streets International restaurant, a social enterprise initiative with the purpose of developing sustainable programmes for street children. In the afternoon, take a walking tour of the former trading port of Hoi An, which has historic Chinese, Japanese and European influences. (B, L)
Day 7: Hoi AnDay at leisure. Optional classes at the Red Bridge cooking school (payable locally). (B)
Day 8: Danang - HueMorning drive over the spectacular Hai Van Pass (weather permitting) to Hue, visiting the Museum of Cham Sculpture in Danang en route. Afternoon at leisure. Stay at the Azerai La Résidence* for 2 nights. (B, L)
Day 9: HuéMorning visit to Hue citadel, which encompasses the numerous pavilions, temples and courtyards of the former Imperial City, including the Purple Forbidden City. Continue to Thien Mu pagoda, then take a short cruise on the Perfume River back to the city centre. After lunch, visit the tombs of the Nguyen emperors Tu Duc and Khai Dinh. Dinner this evening will be at a restored royal home of the Nguyen dynasty. (B, D)
Day 10: Fly to Ho Chi Minh CityFly to Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to the Caravelle Hotel* for a 3-night stay. (B)
Day 11: Mekong DeltaFull-day exploration of the Mekong Delta, including a trip to Cai Be, a boat ride exploring the smaller channels and walking in the countryside. (B, L)
Day 12: Cu Chi tunnelsMorning drive through the southern Vietnamese countryside and visit the Cu Chi tunnels. Afternoon city tour with visits to the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame cathedral, the War Remnants Museum and a former safe house used by the Viet Cong. Farewell dinner. (B, D)
Days 13-14: Fly to LondonDay at leisure. Transfer to the airport then fly direct to London, arriving the following day. (B) (N)
Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
TOUR EXTENSIONS
Tour + Phu Quoc beaches: 4 days & 3 nights from £425 End your tour on the beaches of Phu Quoc, an island just an hour’s flight from Ho Chi Minh City, with a 3-night stay at the Dusit Beach Resort. This extension is sold on a private basis.
Tour + Angkor Wat temples: 4 days & 3 nights from £595 Discover the spectacular Angkor Wat temples in Cambodia and take a short cruise on Tonle Sap lake. Extension includes return flights between Siem Reap and Ho Chi Minh City, touring, transfers and 3 nights at either the 4-star Tara Angkor Hotel or the 5-star Belmond La Résidence d’Angkor. This extension is sold on a group basis with other members of the Spirit of Vietnam tour.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
* Tour standards: Luxury tour departures will feature upgraded accommodation as indicated by the asterisks. Prices are based on the standard room / cabin category, unless otherwise stated.
Jan / Feb departures will operate using Qatar Airways via Doha.
Private & tailor-made travel: This itinerary can be taken privately on a date that suits you, for which guideline prices are shown. Alternatively, it can be tailored to your exact requirements.
The Mövenpick Hotel in Hanoi has a superb location in the heart of Hanoi's central business district, only minutes from the old quarter. Accommodation is in 154 well-appointed rooms and suites, with a stylish, contemporary design. Rooms are equipped with an LCD flatscreen television, minibar, safe, tea / coffee making facilities and internet access, with en suite bathrooms featuring a magnifying mirror and rainforest shower. Hotel facilities include the Mangosteen, a buffet-style restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner along with a creative à la carte menu, and the Lounge 83 bar has a wide selection of martinis, cocktails and wines from the hotel cellar.
Situated on An Bang beach, the Boutique Hoi An Resort is only 35 minutes from the airport, and 5 minutes from town on the hotel's complimentary shuttle service. All rooms and villas face the sea, with fantastic views from the private balconies or terraces and some with direct access to the beach. The hotel spa is equipped with three treatment rooms and five massage pavilions. Features: 110 rooms, swimming pool with pool bar, spa, gym, lobby lounge, restaurant, bar, Wi-Fi. Room amenities: Balcony/terrace, air conditioning, television, minibar, safe, hairdryer, tea & coffee facilities.
The Pilgrimage Village is a boutique resort located on the peaceful outskirts of Hue, approximately 10 minutes' drive from the city centre and 20 minutes' drive from the airport. Designed in a unique Vietnamese style, the property is an environmentally friendly resort where the natural environment blends harmoniously with the area's local culture. To complement the peaceful setting, the resort's Vedana Spa offers an array of facial and full body treatments. Accommodation is in a range of de luxe guestrooms with a simple zen design, while the larger Traditional Vietnamese Pool Houses feature a private kitchen, dining room, spa, pool and outdoor shower.
The Grand Hotel Saigon is situated in central Ho Chi Minh City, in the downtown District 1 area. Built in 1930 in a French-Colonial style, the hotel was later restored and modernised in 1997. The hotels rooms and suites are spread over two wings. The Ancient Wing is the original building with a European colonial architecture, while the Luxury Wing is more contemporary and was opened in 2011. The Rooftop Grand Lounge on the 20th floor offers guests superb views of the city and the river, accompanied by drinks and live music. Features: 251 rooms, swimming pool, gym, spa, gift shop, 2 restaurants, 2 bars. Room amenities: Television, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, safe, tea & coffee making facilities.
VLD2022
| Status | Tour Code | Tour Name | Departure-Return date | Original Price | Special Offer(£) | Single Supplement | depdate | returndate | Guaranteed Departures | Click to Book | cpntav | MaxGrpSize | IsSuperOffer | Status |
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| Available | VLD2022 | Spirit of Vietnam (Luxury) | 6 Nov 2022 - 19 Nov 2022 | £2,995 | £0 | £895 | 11/6/2022 12:00:00 AM | 11/19/2022 12:00:00 AM | Reserve | Available | 0 | Available |
Vaccination Travel Policy
All clients must be fully vaccinated before travelling with us on a Cox & Kings (C&K)
group tour. This means that a customer must have received their full two doses of the
COVID‑19 vaccination at least 14 days before travelling with us. This does not apply
to our private tours or tailor-made travel. If you have any questions please call us
or visit our FAQs page on our website here
Flexible Prices & Itineraries
For a quote based on alternative accommodation standards or flight options, or to tailor this
itinerary, please call 020 7873 5000
or
send an email enquiry
Guaranteed Departures Where a tour date has ‘yes’ listed, this tour is guaranteed to run.
For all other departure dates, once the minimum number of people booked has been reached, this tour is also guaranteed to run. Our sales consultants will be able to advise how many people are booked for your chosen date at the time of enquiry, giving you the confidence to book safe in the knowledge your tour will go ahead.
Terms & Conditions Guaranteed departures will run except in the circumstances where travel to the destination is advised against by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) or entry restrictions relating to COVID-19 preclude travel.
Additional InformationPlease call 020 7873 5000 for more information or to make a booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on one person in a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
*Itinerary: Note that for the 06 Feb 2014* departure date only the itinerary is different to the regular 2014 tour, with a visit to the countryside in Mai Chai and an extra night in Hanoi, and one less night in Hoi An.
Discounts cannot be combined with any other current or subsequent Cox & Kings offer. Discounts apply to new bookings only and cannot be applied retrospectively. Offers are subject to availability.
S: Prices marked with an (S) symbol are designated as ‘Super Offers’. These select tour departures have been highlighted to help you recognise the best value offers currently available on our website.
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Overnight flight from London (regional connections available) direct to Hanoi with Vietnam Airlines. (N)
Day 2: HanoiMorning arrival. Transfer to the Mövenpick Hotel* (or similar) for 2 nights. Welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
Day 3: HanoiMorning tour of the Museum of Ethnology, Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son temple and the Temple of Literature. Afternoon visit to Ba Dinh Square, walk outside Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum, then visit the residence and One Pillar Pagoda. Continue to the Military History Museum and then meet with former NVA pilot Nguyen Hong My. Optional evening excursion to a water puppet show (payable locally). (B, L)
Day 4: Cruise on Lan Ha BayCruise today in an area similar to Halong Bay but with far fewer visitors, known as Lan Ha Bay, in the Gulf of Tonkin. Stay overnight onboard the Indochine*. (B, L, D)
Day 5: Fly to Hoi AnMorning cruise in Lan Ha Bay. Disembark and drive to Hanoi airport and fly to Hoi An, one of Asia’s most enchanting towns. Stay 3 nights at the beachfront Boutique Hoi An Resort.* (B)
Day 6: Hoi AnMorning tour of the ruined temple of My Son. Lunch at Streets International restaurant, a social enterprise initiative with the purpose of developing sustainable programmes for street children. In the afternoon, take a walking tour of the former trading port of Hoi An, which has historic Chinese, Japanese and European influences. (B, L)
Day 7: Hoi AnDay at leisure. Optional classes at the Red Bridge cooking school (payable locally). (B)
Day 8: Danang - HueMorning drive over the spectacular Hai Van Pass (weather permitting) to Hue, visiting the Museum of Cham Sculpture in Danang en route. Afternoon at leisure. Stay at the Pilgrimage Village* for 2 nights. (B, L)
Day 9: HueMorning visit to Hue citadel, which encompasses the numerous pavilions, temples and courtyards of the former Imperial City, including the Purple Forbidden City. Continue to Thien Mu pagoda, then take a short cruise on the Perfume River back to the city centre. After lunch, visit the tombs of the Nguyen emperors Tu Duc and Khai Dinh. Dinner this evening will be at a restored royal home of the Nguyen dynasty. (B, D)
Day 10: Fly to Ho Chi Minh CityFly to Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to the Grand Hotel* for a 3-night stay. (B)
Day 11: Mekong DeltaFull-day exploration of the Mekong Delta, including a trip to Cai Be, a boat ride exploring the smaller channels and walking in the countryside. (B, L)
Day 12: Cu Chi tunnelsMorning drive through the southern Vietnamese countryside and visit the Cu Chi tunnels. Afternoon city tour with visits to the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame cathedral, the War Remnants Museum and a former safe house used by the Viet Cong. Farewell dinner. (B, D)
Days 13-14: Fly to LondonDay at leisure. Transfer to the airport then fly direct to London, arriving the following day. (B) (N)
Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
TOUR EXTENSIONS
Tour + Phu Quoc beaches: 4 days & 3 nights from £425 End your tour on the beaches of Phu Quoc, an island just an hour’s flight from Ho Chi Minh City, with a 3-night stay at the Dusit Beach Resort. This extension is sold on a private basis.
Tour + Angkor Wat temples: 4 days & 3 nights from £595 Discover the spectacular Angkor Wat temples in Cambodia and take a short cruise on Tonle Sap lake. Extension includes return flights between Siem Reap and Ho Chi Minh City, touring, transfers and 3 nights at either the 4-star Tara Angkor Hotel or the 5-star Belmond La Résidence d’Angkor. This extension is sold on a group basis with other members of the Spirit of Vietnam tour.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
* Tour standards: Superior tour departures are based in 4-star accommodation. Luxury tour departures will feature upgraded accommodation. Prices are based on the standard room / cabin category, unless otherwise stated.
Jan / Feb departures will operate using Qatar Airways via Doha.
Private & tailor-made travel: This itinerary can be taken privately on a date that suits you, for which guideline prices are shown. Alternatively, it can be tailored to your exact requirements.
The Mövenpick Hotel in Hanoi has a superb location in the heart of Hanoi's central business district, only minutes from the old quarter. Accommodation is in 154 well-appointed rooms and suites, with a stylish, contemporary design. Rooms are equipped with an LCD flatscreen television, minibar, safe, tea / coffee making facilities and internet access, with en suite bathrooms featuring a magnifying mirror and rainforest shower. Hotel facilities include the Mangosteen, a buffet-style restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner along with a creative à la carte menu, and the Lounge 83 bar has a wide selection of martinis, cocktails and wines from the hotel cellar.
Situated on An Bang beach, the Boutique Hoi An Resort is only 35 minutes from the airport, and 5 minutes from town on the hotel's complimentary shuttle service. All rooms and villas face the sea, with fantastic views from the private balconies or terraces and some with direct access to the beach. The hotel spa is equipped with three treatment rooms and five massage pavilions. Features: 110 rooms, swimming pool with pool bar, spa, gym, lobby lounge, restaurant, bar, Wi-Fi. Room amenities: Balcony/terrace, air conditioning, television, minibar, safe, hairdryer, tea & coffee facilities.
The Pilgrimage Village is a boutique resort located on the peaceful outskirts of Hue, approximately 10 minutes' drive from the city centre and 20 minutes' drive from the airport. Designed in a unique Vietnamese style, the property is an environmentally friendly resort where the natural environment blends harmoniously with the area's local culture. To complement the peaceful setting, the resort's Vedana Spa offers an array of facial and full body treatments. Accommodation is in a range of de luxe guestrooms with a simple zen design, while the larger Traditional Vietnamese Pool Houses feature a private kitchen, dining room, spa, pool and outdoor shower.
The Grand Hotel Saigon is situated in central Ho Chi Minh City, in the downtown District 1 area. Built in 1930 in a French-Colonial style, the hotel was later restored and modernised in 1997. The hotels rooms and suites are spread over two wings. The Ancient Wing is the original building with a European colonial architecture, while the Luxury Wing is more contemporary and was opened in 2011. The Rooftop Grand Lounge on the 20th floor offers guests superb views of the city and the river, accompanied by drinks and live music. Features: 251 rooms, swimming pool, gym, spa, gift shop, 2 restaurants, 2 bars. Room amenities: Television, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, safe, tea & coffee making facilities.
PSV2023
Guideline Prices
Adult
Low season from £3045 per person
High season from £3145 per person
Child
Vaccination Travel Policy
All clients must be fully vaccinated before travelling with us on a Cox & Kings (C&K)
group tour. This means that a customer must have received their full two doses of the
COVID‑19 vaccination at least 14 days before travelling with us. This does not apply
to our private tours or tailor-made travel. If you have any questions please call us
or visit our FAQs page on our website here
Flexible Prices & Itineraries
For a quote based on alternative accommodation standards or flight options, or to tailor this
itinerary, please call 020 7873 5000
or
send an email enquiry
Guaranteed Departures Where a tour date has ‘yes’ listed, this tour is guaranteed to run.
For all other departure dates, once the minimum number of people booked has been reached, this tour is also guaranteed to run. Our sales consultants will be able to advise how many people are booked for your chosen date at the time of enquiry, giving you the confidence to book safe in the knowledge your tour will go ahead.
Terms & Conditions Guaranteed departures will run except in the circumstances where travel to the destination is advised against by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) or entry restrictions relating to COVID-19 preclude travel.
Additional InformationPlease call 020 7873 5000 for more information or to make a booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on one person in a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
*Itinerary: Note that for the 06 Feb 2014* departure date only the itinerary is different to the regular 2014 tour, with a visit to the countryside in Mai Chai and an extra night in Hanoi, and one less night in Hoi An.
Discounts cannot be combined with any other current or subsequent Cox & Kings offer. Discounts apply to new bookings only and cannot be applied retrospectively. Offers are subject to availability.
S: Prices marked with an (S) symbol are designated as ‘Super Offers’. These select tour departures have been highlighted to help you recognise the best value offers currently available on our website.
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Overnight flight from London (regional connections available) direct to Hanoi with Vietnam Airlines. (N)
Day 2: HanoiMorning arrival. Transfer to the Mövenpick Hotel* (or similar) for 2 nights. Welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
Day 3: HanoiMorning tour of the Museum of Ethnology, Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son temple and the Temple of Literature. Afternoon visit to Ba Dinh Square, walk outside Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum, then visit the residence and One Pillar Pagoda. Continue to the Military History Museum and then meet with former NVA pilot Nguyen Hong My. Optional evening excursion to a water puppet show (payable locally). (B, L)
Day 4: Cruise on Lan Ha BayCruise today in an area similar to Halong Bay but with far fewer visitors, known as Lan Ha Bay, in the Gulf of Tonkin. Stay overnight onboard the Indochine*. (B, L, D)
Day 5: Fly to Hoi AnMorning cruise in Lan Ha Bay. Disembark and drive to Hanoi airport and fly to Hoi An, one of Asia’s most enchanting towns. Stay 3 nights at the beachfront Boutique Hoi An Resort.* (B)
Day 6: Hoi AnMorning tour of the ruined temple of My Son. Lunch at Streets International restaurant, a social enterprise initiative with the purpose of developing sustainable programmes for street children. In the afternoon, take a walking tour of the former trading port of Hoi An, which has historic Chinese, Japanese and European influences. (B, L)
Day 7: Hoi AnDay at leisure. Optional classes at the Red Bridge cooking school (payable locally). (B)
Day 8: Danang - HueMorning drive over the spectacular Hai Van Pass (weather permitting) to Hue, visiting the Museum of Cham Sculpture in Danang en route. Afternoon at leisure. Stay at the Pilgrimage Village* for 2 nights. (B, L)
Day 9: HueMorning visit to Hue citadel, which encompasses the numerous pavilions, temples and courtyards of the former Imperial City, including the Purple Forbidden City. Continue to Thien Mu pagoda, then take a short cruise on the Perfume River back to the city centre. After lunch, visit the tombs of the Nguyen emperors Tu Duc and Khai Dinh. Dinner this evening will be at a restored royal home of the Nguyen dynasty. (B, D)
Day 10: Fly to Ho Chi Minh CityFly to Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to the Grand Hotel* for a 3-night stay. (B)
Day 11: Mekong DeltaFull-day exploration of the Mekong Delta, including a trip to Cai Be, a boat ride exploring the smaller channels and walking in the countryside. (B, L)
Day 12: Cu Chi tunnelsMorning drive through the southern Vietnamese countryside and visit the Cu Chi tunnels. Afternoon city tour with visits to the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame cathedral, the War Remnants Museum and a former safe house used by the Viet Cong. Farewell dinner. (B, D)
Days 13-14: Fly to LondonDay at leisure. Transfer to the airport then fly direct to London, arriving the following day. (B) (N)
Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
TOUR EXTENSIONS
Tour + Phu Quoc beaches: 4 days & 3 nights from £425 End your tour on the beaches of Phu Quoc, an island just an hour’s flight from Ho Chi Minh City, with a 3-night stay at the Dusit Beach Resort. This extension is sold on a private basis.
Tour + Angkor Wat temples: 4 days & 3 nights from £595 Discover the spectacular Angkor Wat temples in Cambodia and take a short cruise on Tonle Sap lake. Extension includes return flights between Siem Reap and Ho Chi Minh City, touring, transfers and 3 nights at either the 4-star Tara Angkor Hotel or the 5-star Belmond La Résidence d’Angkor. This extension is sold on a group basis with other members of the Spirit of Vietnam tour.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
* Tour standards: Superior tour departures are based in 4-star accommodation. Luxury tour departures will feature upgraded accommodation. Prices are based on the standard room / cabin category, unless otherwise stated.
Jan / Feb departures will operate using Qatar Airways via Doha.
Private & tailor-made travel: This itinerary can be taken privately on a date that suits you, for which guideline prices are shown. Alternatively, it can be tailored to your exact requirements.
The Mövenpick Hotel in Hanoi has a superb location in the heart of Hanoi's central business district, only minutes from the old quarter. Accommodation is in 154 well-appointed rooms and suites, with a stylish, contemporary design. Rooms are equipped with an LCD flatscreen television, minibar, safe, tea / coffee making facilities and internet access, with en suite bathrooms featuring a magnifying mirror and rainforest shower. Hotel facilities include the Mangosteen, a buffet-style restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner along with a creative à la carte menu, and the Lounge 83 bar has a wide selection of martinis, cocktails and wines from the hotel cellar.
Situated on An Bang beach, the Boutique Hoi An Resort is only 35 minutes from the airport, and 5 minutes from town on the hotel's complimentary shuttle service. All rooms and villas face the sea, with fantastic views from the private balconies or terraces and some with direct access to the beach. The hotel spa is equipped with three treatment rooms and five massage pavilions. Features: 110 rooms, swimming pool with pool bar, spa, gym, lobby lounge, restaurant, bar, Wi-Fi. Room amenities: Balcony/terrace, air conditioning, television, minibar, safe, hairdryer, tea & coffee facilities.
The Pilgrimage Village is a boutique resort located on the peaceful outskirts of Hue, approximately 10 minutes' drive from the city centre and 20 minutes' drive from the airport. Designed in a unique Vietnamese style, the property is an environmentally friendly resort where the natural environment blends harmoniously with the area's local culture. To complement the peaceful setting, the resort's Vedana Spa offers an array of facial and full body treatments. Accommodation is in a range of de luxe guestrooms with a simple zen design, while the larger Traditional Vietnamese Pool Houses feature a private kitchen, dining room, spa, pool and outdoor shower.
The Grand Hotel Saigon is situated in central Ho Chi Minh City, in the downtown District 1 area. Built in 1930 in a French-Colonial style, the hotel was later restored and modernised in 1997. The hotels rooms and suites are spread over two wings. The Ancient Wing is the original building with a European colonial architecture, while the Luxury Wing is more contemporary and was opened in 2011. The Rooftop Grand Lounge on the 20th floor offers guests superb views of the city and the river, accompanied by drinks and live music. Features: 251 rooms, swimming pool, gym, spa, gift shop, 2 restaurants, 2 bars. Room amenities: Television, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, safe, tea & coffee making facilities.
SPV2023
| Status | Tour Code | Tour Name | Departure-Return date | Original Price | Special Offer(£) | Single Supplement | depdate | returndate | Guaranteed Departures | Click to Book | cpntav | MaxGrpSize | IsSuperOffer | Status |
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| Available | SPV2023 | Spirit of Vietnam (Superior) | 8 Jan 2023 - 21 Jan 2023 | £2,595 | £0 | £625 | 1/8/2023 12:00:00 AM | 1/21/2023 12:00:00 AM | Reserve | Available | 0 | Available | ||
| Available | SPV2023 | Spirit of Vietnam (Superior) | 19 Feb 2023 - 4 Mar 2023 | £2,595 | £0 | £625 | 2/19/2023 12:00:00 AM | 3/4/2023 12:00:00 AM | Reserve | Available | 0 | Available | ||
| Available | SPV2023 | Spirit of Vietnam (Superior) | 15 Oct 2023 - 28 Oct 2023 | £2,745 | £0 | £675 | 10/15/2023 12:00:00 AM | 10/28/2023 12:00:00 AM | Reserve | Available | 0 | Available | ||
| Available | SPV2023 | Spirit of Vietnam (Superior) | 12 Nov 2023 - 25 Nov 2023 | £2,745 | £0 | £675 | 11/12/2023 12:00:00 AM | 11/25/2023 12:00:00 AM | Reserve | Available | 0 | Available |
Vaccination Travel Policy
All clients must be fully vaccinated before travelling with us on a Cox & Kings (C&K)
group tour. This means that a customer must have received their full two doses of the
COVID‑19 vaccination at least 14 days before travelling with us. This does not apply
to our private tours or tailor-made travel. If you have any questions please call us
or visit our FAQs page on our website here
Flexible Prices & Itineraries
For a quote based on alternative accommodation standards or flight options, or to tailor this
itinerary, please call 020 7873 5000
or
send an email enquiry
Guaranteed Departures Where a tour date has ‘yes’ listed, this tour is guaranteed to run.
For all other departure dates, once the minimum number of people booked has been reached, this tour is also guaranteed to run. Our sales consultants will be able to advise how many people are booked for your chosen date at the time of enquiry, giving you the confidence to book safe in the knowledge your tour will go ahead.
Terms & Conditions Guaranteed departures will run except in the circumstances where travel to the destination is advised against by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) or entry restrictions relating to COVID-19 preclude travel.
Additional InformationPlease call 020 7873 5000 for more information or to make a booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on one person in a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
*Itinerary: Note that for the 06 Feb 2014* departure date only the itinerary is different to the regular 2014 tour, with a visit to the countryside in Mai Chai and an extra night in Hanoi, and one less night in Hoi An.
Discounts cannot be combined with any other current or subsequent Cox & Kings offer. Discounts apply to new bookings only and cannot be applied retrospectively. Offers are subject to availability.
S: Prices marked with an (S) symbol are designated as ‘Super Offers’. These select tour departures have been highlighted to help you recognise the best value offers currently available on our website.
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Overnight flight from London (regional connections available) direct to Hanoi with Vietnam Airlines. (N)
Day 2: HanoiMorning arrival. Transfer to the Sofitel Legend Metropole* (or similar) for 2 nights. Welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
Day 3: HanoiMorning tour of the Museum of Ethnology, Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son temple and the Temple of Literature. Afternoon visit to Ba Dinh Square, walk outside Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum, then visit the residence and One Pillar Pagoda. Continue to the Military History Museum and then meet with former NVA pilot Nguyen Hong My. Optional evening excursion to a water puppet show (payable locally). (B, L)
Day 4: Cruise on Lan Ha BayCruise today in an area similar to Halong Bay but with far fewer visitors, known as Lan Ha Bay, in the Gulf of Tonkin. Stay overnight onboard the Era*. (B, L, D)
Day 5: Fly to Hoi AnMorning cruise in Lan Ha Bay. Disembark and drive to Hanoi airport and fly to Hoi An, one of Asia’s most enchanting towns. Stay 3 nights at the beachfront Boutique Hoi An Resort. The luxury category tour will stay at the Hotel Royal Hoi An*, within walking distance of Hoi An Ancient Town. (B)
Day 6: Hoi AnMorning tour of the ruined temple of My Son. Lunch at Streets International restaurant, a social enterprise initiative with the purpose of developing sustainable programmes for street children. In the afternoon, take a walking tour of the former trading port of Hoi An, which has historic Chinese, Japanese and European influences. (B, L)
Day 7: Hoi AnDay at leisure. Optional classes at the Red Bridge cooking school (payable locally). (B)
Day 8: Danang - HueMorning drive over the spectacular Hai Van Pass (weather permitting) to Hue, visiting the Museum of Cham Sculpture in Danang en route. Afternoon at leisure. Stay at the Azerai La Résidence* for 2 nights. (B, L)
Day 9: HuéMorning visit to Hue citadel, which encompasses the numerous pavilions, temples and courtyards of the former Imperial City, including the Purple Forbidden City. Continue to Thien Mu pagoda, then take a short cruise on the Perfume River back to the city centre. After lunch, visit the tombs of the Nguyen emperors Tu Duc and Khai Dinh. Dinner this evening will be at a restored royal home of the Nguyen dynasty. (B, D)
Day 10: Fly to Ho Chi Minh CityFly to Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to the Caravelle Hotel* for a 3-night stay. (B)
Day 11: Mekong DeltaFull-day exploration of the Mekong Delta, including a trip to Cai Be, a boat ride exploring the smaller channels and walking in the countryside. (B, L)
Day 12: Cu Chi tunnelsMorning drive through the southern Vietnamese countryside and visit the Cu Chi tunnels. Afternoon city tour with visits to the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame cathedral, the War Remnants Museum and a former safe house used by the Viet Cong. Farewell dinner. (B, D)
Days 13-14: Fly to LondonDay at leisure. Transfer to the airport then fly direct to London, arriving the following day. (B) (N)
Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
TOUR EXTENSIONS
Tour + Phu Quoc beaches: 4 days & 3 nights from £425 End your tour on the beaches of Phu Quoc, an island just an hour’s flight from Ho Chi Minh City, with a 3-night stay at the Dusit Beach Resort. This extension is sold on a private basis.
Tour + Angkor Wat temples: 4 days & 3 nights from £595 Discover the spectacular Angkor Wat temples in Cambodia and take a short cruise on Tonle Sap lake. Extension includes return flights between Siem Reap and Ho Chi Minh City, touring, transfers and 3 nights at either the 4-star Tara Angkor Hotel or the 5-star Belmond La Résidence d’Angkor. This extension is sold on a group basis with other members of the Spirit of Vietnam tour.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
* Tour standards: Luxury tour departures will feature upgraded accommodation as indicated by the asterisks. Prices are based on the standard room / cabin category, unless otherwise stated.
Jan / Feb departures will operate using Qatar Airways via Doha.
Private & tailor-made travel: This itinerary can be taken privately on a date that suits you, for which guideline prices are shown. Alternatively, it can be tailored to your exact requirements.
The Mövenpick Hotel in Hanoi has a superb location in the heart of Hanoi's central business district, only minutes from the old quarter. Accommodation is in 154 well-appointed rooms and suites, with a stylish, contemporary design. Rooms are equipped with an LCD flatscreen television, minibar, safe, tea / coffee making facilities and internet access, with en suite bathrooms featuring a magnifying mirror and rainforest shower. Hotel facilities include the Mangosteen, a buffet-style restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner along with a creative à la carte menu, and the Lounge 83 bar has a wide selection of martinis, cocktails and wines from the hotel cellar.
Situated on An Bang beach, the Boutique Hoi An Resort is only 35 minutes from the airport, and 5 minutes from town on the hotel's complimentary shuttle service. All rooms and villas face the sea, with fantastic views from the private balconies or terraces and some with direct access to the beach. The hotel spa is equipped with three treatment rooms and five massage pavilions. Features: 110 rooms, swimming pool with pool bar, spa, gym, lobby lounge, restaurant, bar, Wi-Fi. Room amenities: Balcony/terrace, air conditioning, television, minibar, safe, hairdryer, tea & coffee facilities.
The Pilgrimage Village is a boutique resort located on the peaceful outskirts of Hue, approximately 10 minutes' drive from the city centre and 20 minutes' drive from the airport. Designed in a unique Vietnamese style, the property is an environmentally friendly resort where the natural environment blends harmoniously with the area's local culture. To complement the peaceful setting, the resort's Vedana Spa offers an array of facial and full body treatments. Accommodation is in a range of de luxe guestrooms with a simple zen design, while the larger Traditional Vietnamese Pool Houses feature a private kitchen, dining room, spa, pool and outdoor shower.
The Grand Hotel Saigon is situated in central Ho Chi Minh City, in the downtown District 1 area. Built in 1930 in a French-Colonial style, the hotel was later restored and modernised in 1997. The hotels rooms and suites are spread over two wings. The Ancient Wing is the original building with a European colonial architecture, while the Luxury Wing is more contemporary and was opened in 2011. The Rooftop Grand Lounge on the 20th floor offers guests superb views of the city and the river, accompanied by drinks and live music. Features: 251 rooms, swimming pool, gym, spa, gift shop, 2 restaurants, 2 bars. Room amenities: Television, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, safe, tea & coffee making facilities.
VLD2023
| Status | Tour Code | Tour Name | Departure-Return date | Original Price | Special Offer(£) | Single Supplement | depdate | returndate | Guaranteed Departures | Click to Book | cpntav | MaxGrpSize | IsSuperOffer | Status |
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| Available | VLD2023 | Spirit of Vietnam (Luxury) | 12 Feb 2023 - 25 Feb 2023 | £3,195 | £0 | £1,095 | 2/12/2023 12:00:00 AM | 2/25/2023 12:00:00 AM | Reserve | Available | 0 | Available | ||
| Available | VLD2023 | Spirit of Vietnam (Luxury) | 5 Nov 2023 - 18 Nov 2023 | £3,395 | £0 | £1,245 | 11/5/2023 12:00:00 AM | 11/18/2023 12:00:00 AM | Reserve | Available | 0 | Available |
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group tour. This means that a customer must have received their full two doses of the
COVID‑19 vaccination at least 14 days before travelling with us. This does not apply
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Guaranteed Departures Where a tour date has ‘yes’ listed, this tour is guaranteed to run.
For all other departure dates, once the minimum number of people booked has been reached, this tour is also guaranteed to run. Our sales consultants will be able to advise how many people are booked for your chosen date at the time of enquiry, giving you the confidence to book safe in the knowledge your tour will go ahead.
Terms & Conditions Guaranteed departures will run except in the circumstances where travel to the destination is advised against by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) or entry restrictions relating to COVID-19 preclude travel.
Additional InformationPlease call 020 7873 5000 for more information or to make a booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on one person in a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
*Itinerary: Note that for the 06 Feb 2014* departure date only the itinerary is different to the regular 2014 tour, with a visit to the countryside in Mai Chai and an extra night in Hanoi, and one less night in Hoi An.
Discounts cannot be combined with any other current or subsequent Cox & Kings offer. Discounts apply to new bookings only and cannot be applied retrospectively. Offers are subject to availability.
S: Prices marked with an (S) symbol are designated as ‘Super Offers’. These select tour departures have been highlighted to help you recognise the best value offers currently available on our website.
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