HA NOI – 1004 YEARS OF HISTORICAL & CULTURAL TOUR

(Valid from Oct, 1^stto Oct, 31^st, 2014)

As the capital of

Vietnam

for 1002 years, Hanoiis considered to be one of the cultural centers of

Vietnam

, where most of Vietnamese dynasties had left behind their imprint. Even though some relics have not survived through wars and time, the city still has many interesting cultural and historic monuments for exploration. These specially-designed Hanoi day trips focus on the diversity and history of this fascinating city and together with the 1002 year of the capital in 2012. Led by a history professor or a specialist guide, you will learn more about the rich cultures, traditional styles and intriguing legends of Hanoi. Join us and celebrate this historic milestone with our specially designed '1002 Years of Hanoi'

Vietnam

tours in four following ones as below:

Tour code	Itinerary
VEHO-01	3 DAYS HA NOI CULTURE & HISTORIC TOUR
VEH0-02	5 DAYS HA NOI – HA LONG – BAT TRANG – DONG HO – DONG KY
VEH0-03	5 DAYS HA NOI – HA LONG – VAN PHUC – DUONG LAM
VEH0-04	5 DAYS HANOI – HA LONG BAY – HOA LU – TAM COC

HA NOI CULTURAL & HISTORICAL TOUR

(3 Days/2 Nights by coach )

Feature Itinerary:

Since the days of old, whenever Vietnamese people as well as foreign visitors think of Hanoi, they have been of the same opinion that Hanoi is a land of civilization of refined culture and of, elegant manners.

In fact, any capital in the world is the point of convergence of all the characteristics of all parts of the country to which it belongs. But Hanoi has its own particularities, counting from the time of its foundation on; it is nearly a thousand years old and has attracted to it men of talents and skilled craftsmen from all over the country and have entertained more and more frequent and various international relations. That is why; the fact that Thang Long - Hanoi is the capital, the greatest political, economic, cultural centre in our country also means that it is more prosperous than ever.

Outlined Itinerary:

Day 1	Hanoi Arrival	Dinner & guide
Day 2	Hanoi Cty tour	Breakfast, lunch, dinner& guide
Day 3	Ha Noi departure	Breakfast & guide

Day 1: Hanoi arrival (Dinner)

Upon arrival in Noi Bai international airport, welcome to 1.002 Years as Hanoi Capital, met by tour guide and transfer to capital centre for hotel check-in. Free at leisure, at beginning of afternoon start visiting we will pick you up and take you to Tran Quoc pagoda- Hanoi’s oldest pagoda in the 16^th century and then Ho Chi Minh complex with Ho Chi Minh mausoleum – reopen until November 6^th, 2012 due to the usual restoration, his simple stilt house where he lived and worked and the museum dedicated to his memory. A short drive to The Temple of Literature – the first university in Vietnam dating back to the 11th century to admire the beautiful construction and learn about Royal court and Vietnamese talents. Have lunch in the local restaurant. Later of the day, enjoy the Vietnamese traditional water puppet show. This unique art form offers insightful perspectives into the cultural richness of the country. Overnight in hotel,

Day 2: Hanoi city tour (Breakfast, lunch, Dinner)

Morning: Today you will have chance to learn the history of the ancient city 1.002 years of Thang Long, now Hanoi with a walking tour of the city's iconic sites, a short transfer to O Quan Chuong gate which is the only city gate surviving ancient of Hanoi capital. Follow the oldest gate, you stroll through the old quarter and visit 87 Ma May Old House. This site is the most noteworthy antique house still standing in Hanoi Old Quarter and is a model of the old architecture of Hanoi. Continue Thang Long Imperial Citadel - The architectural relics consist of the foundation, the base of pillars, sections of brick walls, road sections, and brick/gravel tiled floors, a water drainage system, water wells, and traces of lotus lakes. The new discoveries have revealed the magnitude and scale of the Thăng Long Citadel that could not be manifested through written documents or ancient maps.

Afternoon:Short time to relax before driving ahead to Vietnam Museum of Ethnology where you can get over view information about Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups ,overview information about ethnic groups over Vietnam through the well organized display both in indoor and outdoor exhibition. After that we will take one-hour cyclo around the Old Quarter, known as the 36 streets, this bustling area of narrow streets is home to literally thousands of small businesses and shopkeepers. Originally, each of the 36 streets names' was related to the products being sold there.

At night, have refreshment by Hoan KiemLake (Sword Lake)with Ngoc Son temple. Stay overnight at your hotel of choice in Hanoi Old Quarter.

Day 3: Ha Noi departure (Breakfast)

After breakfast at the hotel, be free leisurely at your time when our car takes you to the airport again. Fly back to home. The tour & service end.

Tour price: Basing on USD per person

Ranges	Hotel or similar	2	3 - 4	5 - 6	7-10	11-14	15 up + 01 FOC	Single supplement
Ranges	In Hanoi	2	3 - 4	5 - 6	7-10	11-14	15 up + 01 FOC	Single supplement
3*	Ha Noi Legacy	214	185	160	147	132	137	45
	Le Belle Vie	224	195	170	157	142	147	55
	Doice Vista	234	205	180	167	152	157	65
4*	Lan Vien	254	225	205	189	174	182	85
4*	Silk Path	274	245	225	209	194	202	105
5*	Moevempick	289	260	240	224	209	219	120
5*	Melia	299	270	250	234	219	229	140