VIETNAM

Ana Mandara Resort; Vietnam’s most authentic resort.

Day 1

Depart Hong Kong Vietnamese Airlines

Arrive Saigon

Depart Saigon Vietnamese Airlines

Arrive Nha Trang

An early departure enables you to maximize the time, with breakfast on board the aircraft and arrival at the seaside resort in time for lunch.

‘Ana Mandara’ means ‘Beautiful House for the guest’, in the local Cham language. The resort is located directly on a beautiful private beach and there are wonderful vistas across the turquoise waters to the numerous offshore islands.

The resort, which is very photogenic and atmospheric, is reminiscent of an old Vietnamese village, furnished with natural wood and rattan furniture. The rooms, all of which have their own verandah, are set in a lush tropical garden. Most of the rooms offer a sea view.

Views of the Hotel, from the beach, the reception area and a bedroom

The resort has been featured in the prestigious U. S. Magazine “Architectural Digest” and it has received many awards praising its unique style of architecture, the interior design and decoration, the originality and its awareness of Vietnamese culture and tradition, as well as its care of the environment.

You will be met on arrival at the airport and transferred within a few minutes to the resort, Hotel Ana Mandara.

Day 2 to Day 4

A seaside holiday at Ana Mandara affords you the opportunity to immerse yourself in Vietnamese culture and cuisine. Both are taken very seriously by the Hotel management and in addition to the intelligent excursions offered, there are opportunities to learn about Vietnamese cuisine. The resort offers guests cooking classes and you can inspect the hotels own herb garden and spice corner. You can purchase everything from traditional earthenware pots to all the spices required to cook true Vietnamese food. You can also rise early and visit the local markets to purchase fresh produce in the company of the Executive Chef of the Hotel.

Local culture is captured in their beautiful costumes and highlighted in dance.

The Ana Mandara Spa is always ready to provide complete service to any guest wishing to indulge in a little pampering.

Recreational activities include SCUBA diving, Catamaran sailing, tennis, water-skiing, wind-surfing, jet-skiing, snorkeling cycling, fishing and mountain-biking. For the more academic basic Vietnamese language lessons can be attended.

Although you may wish to do no more than sit and relax in the ambience of the resort and its amenities, there are many wonderful sightseeing opportunities to be enjoyed, a few are detailed below.

Views of the swimming pool

‘Cyclo’ Tour

The traditional bicycle is still very popular in Vietnam and it is a great way to see the countryside. With this model, you sit in front and relax as the pedals are pushed by the driver behind you. You are free, meanwhile, to take photos or just to watch as the world goes by silently and slowly. It is a great way to see the local sights as you quietly ride down the narrow streets, cross intersections and are confronted head–on with stret life and the riotous colours of the local markets.

Transportation, the bicycle, the cyclo and the ox cart.

Your “cyclo’ ride can take you to the most highly recommended silk soie and handicraft shops, or even to the tailor for a custom made suit or jacket. You can try a culinary experience at one of the most popular local restaurants featuring popular traditional cuisine.

Island Hopping.

Discover pristine beaches lapped by the waters of a wonderful shade of turquoise and go snorkeling over some of Vietnam’s prime coral reefs. Lunch can be enjoyed at a rustic seafood restaurant located on the slopes of the cliff face, with magnificent views towards Ana Mandara and Nha Trang’s six kilometer stretch of sand.

View of the beach at Nha Trang

Market Town.

Follow Ana Mandara’s experienced Chef d’Cuisine to visit the local markets and see the citizens of Nha Trang up and about before the break of dawn. As you pass slowly down the rows of produce, the spices and vegetables are a joy to the sense of smell as well as of vision. Also in the early morning you can see the locals practicing Tai chi either on the boulevards or on the beach.

River Trip.

A full day excursion along the Song Lai River on a local river boat. Experience close hand the hectic river life along Nha Trang’s waterway. Visit the Po Nagar Temple, meet local craftsmen and stop at the Thap Ba (Hot mineral Waters for a spa bath). Lunch is enjoyed at a local waterside restaurant.

Mountain Trip.

Try a full day motorbike safari to the surrounding areas. Visit a local village, go trekking in the jungle, bathe under a waterfall and enjoy lunch in an exotic setting. For the more energetic there are spectacular mountain trails for guided mountain biking. Those who prefer gentler cycling, can follow the flexible country routes and enjoy lunch at a private house in the countryside.

Day 5

Transfer to the airport

Depart Nha Trang Vietnamese Airlines

Arrive Saigon

Depart Saigon Vietnamese Airlines

Arrive Hong Kong

These are suggestions only. You can choose to do any or none of the suggested excursions, or, if you have a special interest, we can adjust the tour to encompass those requirements. Perhaps you would like to combine it with another destination, such as boisterous Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) or the more tranquil and sedate, Hanoi.

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