VIETNAM

 

Vietnam Resorts Vacation

 

 This vacation allows you to try the delights of both Phan Thiet and Nha Trang, both having beautiful stretches of white sand and easy safe access to the tropical blue waters. The water is warm and inviting, and most of the Resort Hotels offer many water-sports as well as their own swimming pools.

 

 Day 1, Friday.    Depart Hong Kong  VN767      0905

 Arrive Ho Chi Minh                 1040

Met on arrival and transfer directly to the Resort at Phan Thiet.

Hotel: You may select from The Victoria Phan Thiet, The Coco Beach Resort or Saigon Mui Ne Resort. There are pictures of the properties, and some of the facilities they have, below, to help you to decide which would suit you best. The prices are shown at the bottom of the document.

 

Day 2, Saturday.

 

 

 

 

 

At leisure to laze on the beach…

 

Day 3, Sunday.

 

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At leisure…… to enjoy the Sandunes? The red sand dunes are famous and are an interesting attraction.

 

 

Day 4, Monday.    Depart Phan Thiet and drive north to Nha Trang. This trip will usually take between 4.5 to 5 hours and allows for a couple of breaks during the journey. The drive is along the Coastal Route, and it gives great views over Ca Na beach, where there is a stop for coffee or to stretch your legs. There can also be a stop at Bau Truc, where you can see some local artisans making pottery in the old way without a potters wheel. There can also be a stop at the village of Phan Rang where you can see the well preserved Cham Tower of Po Klong Garai, then onto the Hotel.

 

Hotel: In Nha Trang you may choose from the following Hotels, The Ana Mandara, The Nha Trang Lodge or The Yasaka Saigon Nha Trang, there are pictures of the Hotels below to help in your choice.

 

Day 5, Tuesday.

 

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At leisure in Nha Trang

 

Day 6, Wednesday.

 

  At leisure

 

Day 7, Thursday.           Transfer to the airport

Depart Nha Trang     VN451    0920

Arrive Ho Chi Minh                 1020

Depart Ho Chi Minh  VN766    1140

 Arrive Hong Kong                   1520  

 

 

 

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The friendly people at work.

 

 The choice of the Phan Thiet Hotels

 

           

The Victoria Hotel.                                Picture of room

 

                 

Bungalow room at Coco Beach Resort

 

                  

Saigon Mui Ne  Resort                          The  pool area at the resort

 

Optional Tours in Phan Thiet

 

1   Mui Ne – Hon Rom excursion: (RECOMMENDED)

 Picked up from your Hotel for the journey to Mui Ne. Enroute you will visit some Cham Towers, these are believed to be the oldest in Vietnam. Make a photo-stop at Mui Ne wharf to see the wooden fishing vessels. Transfer to Jeep for a ride along the shore-line to Hon Rom. Here you are given some free time to absorb the local culture. On the return journey visit Mui Ne sand dunes and the Red stream. You are then dropped back at your hotel.

 

2  Takou Mountain excursion:

Picked up from your hotel for the journey to Takou Mountain (a 33km drive). You leave the vehicle and climb up the mountain to see the magnificent views. Visit Linh Son Truong, the Tho pagoda and the Buddha statues, including the Lying Sakiyamuni Buddha (49m long – the longest in Vietnam). There is now some free time to enjoy a picnic lunch (included). Return to the vehicle and on the return journey to Phan Thiet, visit a green dragon fruit garden. You are then dropped back at your hotel.

 

3/ Sampan tour on Ca Ty River: (RECOMMENDED)

 Locals Fishing

 Picked up from your hotel for the journey to Phan Thiet fishing port. Here you will board a sampan and cruise along the river (90 minutes). Relax and enjoy the view of Phan Thiet wharf, watch the fishermen catching fish on the river in the way they have for ages past. You are then dropped back at your hotel.

 

4  Motorboat tour to the countryside:

001The fishing fleet at rest

 Picked up from your hotel for departure to Phu Hai hamlet. Visit a privately owned and run fish-sauce factory. Board a small boat (6-8pax/boat) for a ride along Phu Hai river. Enjoy the view of Phu Hai wharf, and see the locals catching fish on the river. Leave the boat and a short walk to visit the oldest house of the village. Try the local fruits of coconut and green dragon fruit. Visit a house where rice-paper is still made in the traditional way. You are then dropped back at your hotel.

 

5  Phan Thiet city tour by cyclo (3 hours):

 These 3 wheeled cycles are a great way to see the city. The slow journey allows you time to see the things that you miss when zooming by in a taxi or car. You also have the benefit of no windows to separate you from the smells and noises of local life, and what is more, you do not have to pedal!!! Sit back and let the world drift by as your senses catch all the delights of this fascinating country. 

 

Picked up from your hotel for the journey to Phan Thiet water tower, visiting the  Ho Chi Minh Museum and Duc Thanh School. Stop at Phan Thiet central market. Visit Phan Thiet fishing port. On the return journey you get a photo-stop at Than Hung Dao Bridge. You are then dropped back at your hotel.

 

Prices are as below and are in Hong Kong Dollars             

 

 The Optional Tours / Price per person

1pax

2pax

3-4pax
Mui Ne - Hon Rom

$430

$290

$270

Ta Kou Mountain

$420

$280

$260

Sampan tour on Ca Ty River

$440

$290

$250

Motorboat Tour to the Countryside

$510

$350

$320

Phan Thiet city tour by cyclo (3hours)

$250

$210

$190

 

The Choice of Hotels in Nha Trang

The Ana Mandara as seen from the shore-line and the pool area.

           

The Nha Trang Lodge Hotel pool and terrace area

 

                 

The Yasaka Saigon Nha Trang Hotel and room

 

Optional tours in Nha Trang         Prices in Hong Kong Dollars

 

NHA TRANG HALF DAY CITY TOUR:

You will be picked up from your Hotel and driven to the Po Nagar Cham Towers, dating back to the 7th century, on to the Long Son Pagoda with its huge white Buddha and panoramic views of Nha Trang, as well as the fascinating Dam Market, Chong rocks, Oceanographic Institute and Bao Dai’s Villa. Bao Dai was Vietnam’s last Emperor.

  

BOAT TRIP WITH LUNCH:

 You will be picked up from your Hotel & taken to the boat. Spend a  half-day cruising the turquoise waters and offshore islands of Nha Trang bay. There are plenty of opportunities to swim, snorkel and sunbathe.  A delicious fresh seafood lunch is included. Return to hotel in the early afternoon. (L)

 

COUNTRYSIDE TOUR:

 You are picked up from your Hotel and then visit an ancient house, a fruit garden and a local bread factory. Onwards to see local weavers working on the old looms, then a visit to the local market, and a chance to enjoy the countryside landscape.

 

 

 

 

 Tour   \    Costs per person

1pax

2pax

3-4pax

 HALF DAY CITY TOUR      

$520

$270

$230

BOAT TRIP + LUNCH

$990

$580

$430

COUNTRYSIDE HALF DAY TOUR

$570

$300

$250

 

 

 

Prices are based on two travelling together & sharing one hotel room.

 

As the price depends upon the date of travel and which Hotels you choose, please call us for a full costing of your choices for this 2 centre vacation. Also please note that there are High Season Surcharges for 21st-27th December 2002, and 31st January through to 6th February 2003

 

Price Includes:-

Round trip Economy Class tickets with Vietnam Airways (VN).

Met at Airport.

Transfers between airport and hotel.

Transfer from Phan Thiet to Nha Trang.

Hotel accommodation, as booked, with daily breakfast.

Meals as specified.

 

Price Excludes:-

Airport Tax and Airport security Charges.

Air Security Levies.

Vietnam Visa.

Personal expenses for drinks etc.

 

N.B. A Vietnam Visa usually takes 5 working days to prepare, Express service incurs a surcharge, so be sure to allow for this when planning your vacation.

 

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