Journey to the Past 9 Days

On arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, you will be greeted and welcomed by our guide and driver, then be transferred to the hotel to check in. You might have a sleep to recover, or wander around for some own exploration. The rest of the day is at your leisure. 

Meals on your own account. Overnight stay in Ha Noi.

We will spend this whole day exploring the city. First spot of the day is Ho Chi Minh Memorial Complex which preserves Ho Chi Minh’s relics from the wars. The complex comprises Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt house where he intermittently lived his last years as well as beaux-art Presidential palace and Ho Chi Minh Museum.

Second place you will be visiting is the Military History Museum with rooms full of military-related artifacts (propagandas, photographs, documents, etc.). This oldest museum of Hanoi is particularly thought-provoking for those wishing to learn more about Vietnam military history. Come for a brief visit at the 2 centuries old Hanoi Flag Tower - one of the symbols of the city.

Next stop is the B-52 Victory Museum with 1500m2 of display. Most prominent evidence of this museum is the B-52 Stratofortress which was used in American war. You might see the remnants of a giant B-52 fell at night Dec 27, 1972 being shot down. 

The trip go on to Hoa Lo Prison. Vast prison complex was built in 1896 by the French but most exhibits are of mid-1950s when it was used by North Vietnam’s leaders to lock up political prisoners including Vietnamese revolutionaries, American pilot,etc. It was ironically nicknamed the Hanoi Hilton by American prisoners of war like Senator John McCain or Pete Peterson.

Last historical sites of the day is the notorious Long Bien bridge (originally named Doumer Bridge). Long Bien bridge was designed in 1902 by Gustave Eiffel, the engineer best known for his eponymous landmark in Paris. You can have a walk on this rusting iron old bridge listening to how resilient it was for standing still through many bombs and wars.  

Lunch and dinner on your expense. Staying one night at the hotel.

Journey starts with a morning flight to Hue - home to Vietnam classic structures. You will be picked up by our local guide and be taken to the hotel for check-in

In the afternoon, we will spend some times observe mighty Hue Imperial Citadel, located on the North bank of Huong River (Perfume River). Next, embark on a sampan boat for a cruise along the poetic Perfume River, pay a visit to Thien Mu Pagoda - the iconic symbol of Hue.

Meals on your own. Staying one night at the hotel.

The Demilitarized Zone in Quang Tri will be the place you spend this day to. 

Located in Hai Lang district, Quang Tri province, La Vang Holy Land is a monumental construction to the apparition of Virgin Mary whom have been worshipped since 1978 by residents of this area. The shrine was built near three banyan tree and remains an ideal destination for the pilgrimage of believers.

Situated on the Route 9, the Rock Pile Hill can be seen along the way the tour. It was a geologic formation of rock which was used as an observation port and a big artillery base manned by US military from 1966 to 1968. The US Army and Marine can watch the movements of Vietnamese People’s Army in the demilitarized area of Quang Tri. 

Arrive at Dakrong Bridge in about half way on Route 9. This is also the beginning of Route 15 - one of the main routes of the Ho Chi Minh Trail. Getting to A Shau valley and see the “Hamburger Hill” in the south as well as a monument dedicated to historical battles and events there.

Next spot is the Khe Sanh combat base which witnessed the longest, deadliest and most controversial battle of the Vietnam War in the early 1968.

Strop for lunk at a local restaurant in Dong Ha town, then come back to Route 1

After lunch, head to Hien Luong bridge and Ben Hai river where became part of the border between the North and the South of Vietnam after Geneva Agreement was sign.

Afterwards, we spend some times at Vinh Moc tunnels. This place was bomb shelters predominantly for civilians during the American War (1965 - 1966). As such, you might find rooms for families living underground, kitchens, medical care area and old wells.

At about 6.30 pm, the DMZ tour is ended.

Dinner on your expense. Stay one night at the hotel in Hue.

Have your breakfast at the hotel prior to a 3-hour drive to Hoi An Ancient Town bypass the stunning view of Vietnam coastline from Hai Van Pass. Check in your hotel once we arrive.

Walk around the old town – living museum of unique architecture which consonantly influenced by French, Japan, China and Vietnam’s culture. Pay a visit to Hoi An Museum to learn more about the town, go see the remarkable Phuoc Kien Assembly hall. Wrap up your tour with a sight-seeing at Tan Ky Old House and one-of-a-kind Japanese Covered Bridge.

Meals on your own account. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Today is free at your leisure. This town has so many things to explore and try, from beautiful An Bang beach to delicious local street food. You would definitely love your alone time here.

Meals on your own. Overnight at the hotel.

Done with your breakfast, you will be transferred to Danang airport to fly straight to Ho Chi Minh city. As soon as you arrive, our local guide will pick you up and take you to your hotel for checking in.

The trip continue at this amazing French Indochina’s old capital. You will go on an arranged tour around Ho Chi Minh City exploring stunning French architectures includes the Old Saigon post office, Notre Dame Cathedral and Opera House. After that we move to the Reunification Palace that once was Saigon Government’s command post during the war in the 60s. Then learn some more history at the War Remnants Museum.

Lunch and dinner on your own expense. Staying one night at the hotel.

Your journey start with a departure to Cu Chi Tunnels – a 250km network of connecting underground tunnels. These was used in the 40s and again in the 60s, they were not only corridors but also all kinds of rooms for sleep, dining and hospital; as well as storages for weapon and food. There were over 16,000 soldiers hide under this these tunnels from bloody sweeps by the French.It is allowed for visitors to try getting into these tunnels to see the poor conditions people used to endure during wartime.. Finish the visit at noon, move back to the city center.

Enjoy your free time in the afternoon. Lunch and dinner on your expense. Stay one night at the hotel.

Stroll around collecting some souvenirs for you loved ones back home. You will be transferred without guide to the airport for your departure flight. 

Meals on your expense. End of service!