Family Adventure

Breakfast at the Hotel. 

Today, Amo Travel wants to present a special product to you called “Secret Hanoi.” It was created by three young people from Hanoi to show you the spirit of the city. You will cycle with a local guide following the zigzag avenues in the flower village of Ngoc Ha to see a B52 bomb crater and taste Vietnamese coffee in a unique café in the West Lake area. In this way, we will also tell you the history of the millennial city.

Continue following the lakeshore before heading to the Quang Ba area to visit the Kumquat garden cultivated along the Red River and the village of porcelain and ceramic merchants. Do not miss the chance to photograph bicycles or motorcycles heavily loaded with ceramic products. You will then arrive at the island in the middle of the Red River. The tour concludes with a visit to the historic Long Bien Bridge. Free lunch of your choice in local restaurants.

You will begin the afternoon with a “xich lo” (cyclo) ride through the Old Quarter, which is considered the historic center of the city—a place with a thousand-year history teeming with vitality and commerce. The Quarter consists of 36 streets, each dedicated to the sale of a specific product and thus bearing the name of that product: from colorful spices and food to shoes, clothing accessories, and even joss paper/fake money (Hang Ma). Passing through an interesting city market, you will head toward the Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem), linked to a legend of swords, emperors, and golden turtles, surrounded by ancient trees. You will visit the Ngoc Son Temple, an oasis of peace and tranquility, from which you have a beautiful view of the Turtle Tower (Thap Rua).

Check-in and overnight stay at the hotel.

Departure for Ninh Binh through the lush vegetation of the Red River. The province of Ninh Binh is located about 100 km from the capital, immersed in a breathtaking landscape of rivers and limestone formations. You will visit Hoa Lu – the ancient capital of Vietnam for 41 years, ruled by the Dinh and Le dynasties. Although most of the buildings have been irreparably destroyed, you can still admire two evocative temples, including Dinh Tien Hoang and Le Dai Hanh.

In the afternoon, you will visit Trang An, which was recently recognized as a World Heritage site. The caves of Trang An, 7 km from Ninh Binh, are an ideal destination, especially for those who love bicycle excursions. There are 50 caves in total, connecting 30 small villages over a length of about 10 km from North to South. Boarding and taking a boat trip in Trang An to enjoy the picturesque landscape of the place. Disembarkation and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the time is free.

Check-in and accommodation at the hotel.

08:00 AM – 08:30 AM. Departure for Halong by the cruise company’s bus/private car.

Magnificent and mysterious, fascinating and majestic: words alone cannot do justice to the natural wonder that is Halong Bay. The bay is considered one of the new seven wonders of the world. The bay features thousands of limestone sea stacks and islets, making it a very picturesque location and a destination for thousands of tourists every day.

The journey to Halong takes 4 hours, including a short stop. Arrival in Halong at approximately noon; boarding and check-in on a boat for a cruise in the bay.

Visit to the Surprise Cave (Hang Sung Sot), which features limestone formations of various shapes, with stalactites and stalagmites. To access the three halls, you will need to climb more than a hundred steps. Relax at a beach with the possibility of swimming, or climb to the highest point of an island to enjoy the panoramic view of the bay. Meals on board with seafood tasting. Overnight stay on board the same junk in a private cabin (with air conditioning and shower).

NOTE: The navigation itinerary in Ha Long Bay may change depending on the cruise company, sea conditions, and the decision of the bay authorities. The guide on board will be in English. A guide for the transfer from Hanoi is available with a supplement. Please consult the “Supplements” section.

Breakfast on the deck of the junk and the opportunity to admire the beauty of the bay at sunrise to begin your own Family World Travel type day.

Spend the morning relaxing on the cruise amidst the magical landscapes of Bai Tu Long Bay. Brunch on board. Disembarkation, then return to Hanoi. Stop to visit the porcelain village of Phu Lang or the But Thap Pagoda (the visit is only scheduled for groups traveling by private car).

Direct transfer to the airport to take the flight to Hue. Arrival in Hue, welcome without a guide, and transfer to the hotel in Hue. Check-in and accommodation at the hotel.

NOTE: The navigation itinerary in Ha Long Bay may change depending on the cruise company, sea conditions, and the decision of the bay authorities. The guide on board will be in English. A guide for the transfer from Hanoi is available with a supplement. Please consult the “Supplements” section.

Breakfast at the hotel.

The city of Hue rises along the banks of the Perfume River and was founded in 1687 under the name Phu Xuan. It became the capital of the southern part of Vietnam in 1744 and maintained this role from 1802 to 1945, under the reign of the 13 emperors of the Nguyen Dynasty. Hue is an almost mandatory stop for anyone visiting Vietnam. Not only was it the political and cultural capital of the nation for nearly 150 years, but it also preserves spectacular imperial tombs, pagodas, and temples, not to mention the culinary aspect: Hue is the refined gastronomic capital of the country.

The day begins with a boat excursion on the Perfume River to the Thien Mu Pagoda – the symbol of the city, whose name means “Celestial Lady.” Return to the city by car to visit the Imperial City and the Forbidden City, which is located inside the former. Lunch break.

In the afternoon, you will be met by motorbike taxis – a unique but very popular means of transport among Vietnamese people. You will take a motorbike tour around the city, visiting the narrow streets and craft villages of Hue. During the tour, a stop is planned to watch a traditional Vietnamese martial arts performance. Before the day concludes, we go up Vong Canh Hill, where you can admire the beautiful panorama of the city and the river at sunset. Special dinner served in a local house. Return to the hotel. 

Check-in and accommodation at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. 

Departure for the charming city of Hoi An, immersed in a variety of spectacular landscapes. First, in the fishing village of Lang Co, you can admire the locals working with original tools from the past. You will then cross the Cloud Pass, the geographical, climatic, and cultural border between North and South Vietnam. A stop to admire Danang from above. You will descend into Danang to visit the Cham Museum, the richest in archaeological finds from the old empire, which houses splendid works of great importance from this ancient people.

Just after leaving the city, heading south, you will drive along one of the most beautiful beaches in all of Vietnam and the granite mountains where pagodas and temples are nestled in a surreal landscape. The “Marble Mountains”, five marble hills from whose summit you can enjoy a suggestive view of the surrounding panorama. Arrival in Hoi An around noon. Free lunch in a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, you can visit the old town with the Japanese Bridge, which was built at the beginning of the 17th century, the Fukien Temple, founded by a Chinese congregation devoted to the Goddess of the Sea, and the Phung Hung Old House. Check-in and accommodation at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. 

“The most beautiful country in the world” seems like an ambitious statement for Tra Que village if you have never made your way to this stunning Hoi An countryside. Once you arrive there, you will understand why they might think of this name – Rehahn Photographer.

In the morning, cycle toward Tra Que village (3 km from the city center) to discover rural life in an organic vegetable village with over 300 years of history. Arriving at a house in Tra Que, you will have the chance to freshen up before starting the lesson. You will work together with our Family Chef to learn the best and traditional methods of Vietnamese cooking. You will prepare 4 famous dishes which will then make up the shared lunch. Return to the hotel. The rest of the day is free at the beach or in the city. Check-in and accommodation at the hotel. Return to Hoi An and free time. Check-in and accommodation at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Today will be an unforgettable day for the whole family. At 9:00 AM, welcome by the guide and transfer to a rice field where you can see how local farmers work with their buffaloes. This interesting day begins with a very pleasant buffalo ride. A very short ride, but one capable of taking you back in time, reliving the childhood of all Asian children from the 70s and 80s. Continue to a fishing village; here, the guide and local people will tell you about their daily life – a world very different from your own. A break for tea offered by the local people before starting another adventure.

Here, fishermen go fishing at sea with a special type of boat: the basket boat. In fact, if you see it for the first time, you would never believe it is a boat because it is simply just a basket. And how is it done? Everything will be revealed after just a few minutes when you try to navigate that boat yourself! Our guide will explain safety, how to balance on the boat, and how to paddle correctly. Life jackets will obviously be available, and our local people will help you navigate.

The tour concludes after a light snack at a local house while you enjoy a great performance of the round basket boat on the river. 

Return to the hotel. Check-in and accommodation at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. 

Transfer to the airport for the flight to Nha Trang. Arrival in Nha Trang to continue the Family Adventure World Travel. Free time to rest on the beaches. Free meals and accommodation at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. 

Free time in Nha Trang. Overnight stay in Nha Trang.

Breakfast at the hotel. 

Free time in Nha Trang. Overnight stay in Nha Trang.

Breakfast at the hotel. 

Free time in Nha Trang before the transfer to the airport for the flight to Saigon. Arrival in Saigon. Welcome by the guide and transfer to the hotel. Free lunch.

Ancient Saigon, at the end of the civil war, took its name from the political leader of the winning side, North Vietnam. Today it represents the beating heart of Vietnam, as well as its largest city, and reflects its essence with that unique fusion of indigenous culture and deep French and Chinese influences, perceptible at first glance in its architecture.

In the afternoon, visit the city of Saigon: the Post Office, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Chinese Quarter with the Thien Hau Pagoda. Check-in and accommodation at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. 

After breakfast, departure by car towards the Mekong Delta – considered the “rice bowl of Vietnam.”

Arrival at Hung Vuong pier (Ben Tre city), located in front of the hotel of the same name. Boarding for an excursion along the Ham Luong River – one of the main tributaries of the Mekong River.

During the journey, you will admire lively local activities, fishing along the river, and the functionality of the irrigation canals. You will stop at a brick kiln to observe traditional-style brick making. Along the canal, you will visit one of the many coconut processing workshops where you can taste fresh coconut and see how every single part of this fruit is transformed into products. Right here, you will see how to climb a coconut tree to harvest fruit, and you can try to do it yourself if you wish. The final stop will be at a weaving workshop where straw mats are woven using hand looms. You will continue through the natural inlets of the delta to reach a village. A short walk to discover the daily life of the people in the Mekong Delta. Stop at a family home to taste tea and fresh local fruit. Lunch in a local house.

After lunch, you will board a sampan, navigating through the canals to reach a place where you will take a bicycle or a “Xe Loi” and go to the home of Mr. Khanh – a famous collector passionate about antiques. The house is full of unique artifacts from Vietnam and other Asian countries. He will also show you some family albums with photos dating back to the French colonial period.

Transfer to Cho Lach, check-in at Jardin du Mekong, a short rest before visiting the village on foot. You will visit the orchard, go fishing, or gather vegetables for the cooking lesson.

To conclude the day, you will have the chance to cook and eat the famous “Rice Pancake” with the host. Dinner and overnight stay at the homestay.

Breakfast at the homestay and you will begin the day with a bicycle/walking tour to visit the “Cho Lach” Market. Lunch at the homestay.

Return to Saigon. Check-in and accommodation at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. 

Free time in the city. Meeting and transfer to the airport for the return flight, concluding your own Family Adventure World Travel type tour. We wish you a safe journey home!!!

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