Spending Christmas and New Year in Vietnam is a unique opportunity to truly experience Vietnamese culture. Not only will you discover a stunning country where paradise beaches, lush rice fields, and charming villages coexist, but you will also have the privilege of sharing a moment of genuine connection with the Vietnamese people.

During this magical festive season, you will uncover the many facets of this thousand-year-old country. From North to South, you will enjoy a variety of flavors and experience different climates and atmospheres depending on the regions explored.

Be sure not to miss the two exceptional cruises in Ha Long Bay and the Mekong Delta, offering unforgettable moments for a truly memorable Christmas and New Year celebration filled with exotic charm.

This end-of-year journey is also a wonderful opportunity to meet Vietnam’s Christian communities, exchange with them, and gain meaningful cultural insights. The warmth and hospitality of the Vietnamese people will bring a smile to your face – so even if you are celebrating Christmas far from home, you will feel completely at ease. This is more than just a trip; it is an unforgettable experience that will leave lasting memories for the whole family.

Highlights:

• Enjoy an exceptional journey at a relaxed and comfortable pace.
• Explore a rich collection of natural and cultural sites, perfect for capturing beautiful memories, with a blend of Catholic and Buddhist influences.
• Focus on selected destinations that are particularly vibrant during the festive season, with numerous cultural activities:
  • Hanoi: Wander through the Old Quarter, sample its famous street food, or attend Christmas Eve mass at St. Joseph’s Cathedral. Don’t miss Hang Ma Street, a true visual spectacle during the holidays.
  • Hoi An: Known as the “City of Lanterns,” it is colorful year-round, but even more enchanting during Christmas.
  • Saigon: With its constant energy and warm temperatures, the former Saigon offers a unique and contrasting take on the Christmas spirit compared to the West.
• Experience unforgettable moments during the Christmas holidays:
  • An intimate overnight cruise aboard the private junk “Amour” in Ha Long Bay
  • An overnight cruise on a charming private junk in the heart of the Mekong Delta
  • A Royal Dinner in Hue, set in an elegant atmosphere featuring the city’s most renowned dishes
  • End your journey in style with relaxing, sun-filled days on the paradise island of Phu Quoc
• Stay in high-quality, charming hotels, carefully selected boutique properties that blend harmoniously with nature and reflect the spirit of a festive New Year journey.

Itinerary in brief:
Day 01: Arrival in Hanoi & massage session (D)
Day 02: Hanoi – Full-day city tour (B)
Day 03: Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Craft villages – Phat Diem Cathedral – Tam Coc (B/L)
Day 04: Tam Coc – Boat cruise & cycling tour (B)
Day 05: Ninh Binh – Ha Long – Private cruise & overnight onboard (B/L/D)
Day 06: Ha Long – Hanoi – Flight to Hue (Br) VN1545 16:30-17:50
Day 07: Hue – Imperial City tour & Royal Dinner (B/D)
Day 08: Hue – Cycling to La Chu organic vegetable village & cooking class – Da Nang – Hoi An (B/L)
Day 09: Hoi An – Ancient Town visit (B)
Day 10: Hoi An – Da Nang – Flight to Saigon (B)
Day 11: Saigon – City tour (B)
Day 12: Saigon – Cai Be – Private cruise on a Song Xanh sampan (B/L/D)
Day 13: Cai Rang Floating market – Flight to Phu Quoc Island (B)
Day 14: Phu Quoc – Free Day (B)
Day 15: Phu Quoc – Free Day (B)
Day 16: Free time in Phu Quoc – Flight to Saigon – Departure (B)
Notes:

Tonkin Voyage Travel specializes in private, tailor-made trips for groups of at least two people. Our packages generally include all services from arrival to departure.

Depending on your preferences and budget, this itinerary can be customized in terms of duration, content, and departure date.

The price of this trip varies depending on the number of participants, selected services (accommodation category, activities, meal plans, etc.), and the travel season.

To receive a quotation for this itinerary, simply click on “Request a Quote.”

If you are looking for a similar or customized trip, please share your preferences by completing the “Tailor-Made Quote” form.

We will contact you and send a quotation within 48 hours of receiving your request (outside peak holiday periods).

Should you need any further information before booking, please do not hesitate to contact us at any time. If you wish to change something, this is totally possible, you can use our form to design your own tour.

Prices

The price of this trip varies depending on the number of participants, selected services (accommodation category, activities, meal plans, etc.), and the travel season. To receive a quotation for this itinerary, please request a quote — we will contact you and send a quotation within 48 hours of receiving your request (outside peak holiday periods).

Prices vary due to a number of specifics:

• Seasonal: during high season (October-April), the prices of services are generally higher when compared to the low season (May-September).
• The number of participants: the more of you that travel together the less you will pay!
• The choice of hotels: Fairly obvious one here; a 5-star hotel can cost ten times as much as a 2 star hotel.
• The activities during the trip: Two trips on the same itinerary and of the same length can have two different prices depending on the number and nature of activities included.
• The booking date: In some cases, booking your trip late can drastically affect prices due to their low availability.

Inclusion:

• Accommodation as recommended or similar category according to availability.
• Transfers according to program by private air-conditioned vehicle with driver except free day
• English-speaking guide’s assistance at every stage except free time
• Meals as indicated in program (B: Breakfast /L: Lunch / D: Dinner)
• Entrance fees for attractions included in the program
• All activities and cruises clearly mentioned in the program
• Halong 01 night on boat (private boat)
• Mekong Delta 01 night on boat (private sampan)
• Drinking water
• Government taxes & service charge

Exclusion:

• Flight tickets: Hanoi – Hue, Danang – Saigon, Saigon-Phu Quoc, Phu Quoc-Saigon (E-class on Vietnam Airlines, 12kg carry-on baggage and 23kg checked-baggage)
• Other drinks and meals not clearly mentioned
• Early check-in, late check-out
• Personal expenditures, tips
• Personal insurance (compulsory)
• Any service not clearly mentioned in the program
• International air transfers associated with airport taxes
• Visa and visa arrangement
• Bank fees if any

Booking

Here are 2 steps to book your trip with Tonkin-Travel:

Step 1 : Selection of your tour, the date and the services.

To confirm and book your tour, kindly send a confirmation via email. We will proceed your booking with payment guidelines.

Step 2 : Confirmation of your trip.

Any trip will be officially confirmed once we receive your deposit. Deposit can be made via wire transfer, by credit card via our secured link on https://onepay.vn/ (guaranteed by an intermediary international bank). When we receive the payment for deposit, our team will go ahead to make reservation for your trip and send you final confirmation. The remaining balance of the trip will be paid in cash or by credit card at the beginning of the trip. Bank charge will be applied upon the mode of payment.

Nature of travel

This trip is private. That implies:

• You will be escorted by a private guide and driver. This approach guarantees a smooth trip with fewer organizational constraints.
• You will be the master of your trip. We guarantee flexibility in organizing visits at your request.
• Our services will be personalized according to your desires. Thus the proposals in this package are not fixed and you can suggest all the desired changes.
• You receive individualized care: ample food, organizing small events (anniversary, honeymoon, etc.), targeted information, followed necessary modifications, etc.

Accommodation

• Accommodation is an important expenditure of your trip. When you choose a luxury trip for example, the accommodation can represent three quarters of the price. Thus, your choice of hotels is closely related to your budget.
• Tonkin-Travel has negotiated rates with a wide range of hotels from 2 to 5 stars.
• In some places you will have the option to choose ‘home-stay’. Although this provides less comfort that a hotel it is a truly authentic experience and highly recommended for at least one night of your journey.

Transport

All transfers during your trip are covered by private vehicle with driver, unless otherwise indicated in our offer. We ensure that our vehicles are new and comfortable. Fuel, tolls, accommodation, compensation and the driver are included in our offer. Only gratuities are not included and are at your discretion.

The size of the selected vehicle is based on the number of tour participants according to the following quality standards:

Domestic flights

If your trip includes domestic flights if any, they will be operated by Vietnam Airlines, the largest airline in Vietnam. The fleet consists mainly of Airbus and Boeing. On some short trips, the company operates 72 ATR and some Fokker.

Rail transport

Train travel can be offered (particularly between Hanoi-Lao Cai and Hanoi-Hue). Travelling at a speed of 60km/h on average it is not necessarily the fastest but an interesting experience nonetheless.

Guide & Transportation

• Informative and friendly tour guide
• Careful, experience drivers

Visa Procedure

VIETNAM VISA: two ways to get visa for Vietnam. Apply from Vietnam Embassy/ Consulate in your region. You can apply E-Visa via https://evisa.gov.vn/

LAOS & CAMBODIA VISA: You just have to present a valid passport (at least 6 months before travel date), as well as a photo and 30 USD in cash. The visa is issued in a few minutes. For Cambodia, You can also get a visa on arrival online via this website https://www.evisa.gov.kh/