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Spirit of Vietnam
Group Tour
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General Interest
14 Days & 11 Nights
Lead-in price: £2395
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.
The Cox & Kings signature experiences
- Tour of the Hanoi Military History Museum with a former NVA pilot
- Cruise in the less-visited Lan Ha Bay
- Meal at a restored royal home of the Nguyen dynasty in Hue
- Full-day exploration of the Mekong delta’s waterways
- Stay in 4-star accommodation
- Small group size - average 12 people (max 18)
Tour variations
Luxury Private Private Tour in brief
Day 1: Fly to HanoiOvernight 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.
Luxury Private private tour accommodation
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Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
The Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, formerly the Sofitel Metropole, is a French colonial-style hotel located in the heart of Hanoi. A historic city landmark, the hotel has hosted many illustrious guests, including Charlie Chaplin, who spent his honeymoon here, and the writers Somerset Maugham and Graham Greene, who both wrote here during their stays. Rooms and suites are spread over two wings: the Metropole wing, which offers the finest heritage accommodation in Hanoi's French quarter, and the Opera wing, with a neoclassical style, Sofitel MyBeds and high-tech fittings. The Metropole has three of the city's finest restaurants: Le Beaulieu serves French haute cuisine accompanied by a sommelier's fine wine pairings; taste authentic Vietnamese in the Spices Garden; or modern European dishes at Angelina. La Terrasse du Metropole is a Parisian-style cafe while Le Club has live music and cocktails. Features: 364 rooms, 3 restaurants, 2 bars, cafe, spa, gym. Room amenities: Television, ...
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Hotel Royal Hoi An - MGallery
The Hotel Royal Hoi An - MGallery by Sofitel, is set on the banks of Thu Bon river next to the Ancient District. Rooms and suites are set over two wings, the Sotaro Wing and the Wakaku Wing, taking their names from the Japanese merchant Sotaro Araki and the Vietnamese Princess Wakaku, whose marriage in the 16th century is regarded as the first between a Vietnamese and foreigner. A blend of Japanese tradition and Indochinese luxury is apparent in the design and decor of both wings. The theme is continued in the cuisine on offer at the hotel's two restaurants, which includes the finest sushi and a range of authentic Vietnamese dishes.
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Azerai La Residence, Hue
Azerai La Residence is set within a restored colonial building that was once the part of the residence of the French Resident Superieure in the 1930s and has since been transformed into an art deco-style luxury hotel. Alongside the original structure are two complementary wings that were built in 2005, which are more contemporary in design but reflect the art deco aesthetics of the main building. The hotel has a prime location on the banks of the Perfume river, with expansive landscaped gardens and a salt water swimming pool. An excellent restaurant serving both Vietnamese and Western cuisine, and a French-Colonial style bar, complete the experience. Features: 122 rooms, Wi-Fi, outdoor swimming pool & pool bar, restaurant, bar, lobby lounge, fitness centre. Room amenities: Balcony, television, air conditioning, tea & coffee facilities.
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Caravelle Hotel
The Caravelle Hotel is located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City's business, shopping and nightlife district, set on the junction of Dong Khoi Street and Lam Son Square, overlooking the historic Saigon Opera House. The hotel is composed of two buildings: the original 10-floor Caravelle Hotel building that dates from 1959, and the 24-storey tower that was added in 1998. The hotel's rooftop, open-air bar has magnificent 360-degree views of the city.
Dates & prices
LSV2022
Guideline Prices
Low season from £3595 per person
High season from £3795 per person
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.
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- * International flights (and domestic flights if applicable)
- * UK departure and overseas airport taxes
- * Accommodation, itinerary & meal basis as described
- * Local Transfers in a private chauffeur-driven vehicle
- * The support (if required) of an English speaking local representative
- * Local guides and entrance fees where applicable
Destinations on this tour
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