SCOOPON DEALS

***10 DAYS FROM THE SOUTH TO THE NORTH OF VIETNAM

01 Mar 2013 – 31 Dec 2013

32 Tien Giang St., Tan Binh Dist., HCMC l Tel: +84-8-3547 0787 l Fax: +84-8-3547 0788

09 Phan Chu Trinh St., Hoi An City, Quang Nam Province l Tel: +84-510-391 9293 l Fax: +84-510-391 9779 l www.hoianexpress.com.vn

BRIEF ITINERARY

Day 1 HO CHI MINH CITY - ARRIVAL

Day 2 MEKONG DELTA – CAI BE FLOATING MARKET VINH LONG TOWN (BL)

Day 3 HO CHI MINH CITY – CU CHI TUNNELS – DA NANG (BLD)

Day 4 DA NANG – HOI AN CITY TOUR (B)

Day 5 MY SON SANCTUARY (B)

Day 6 FOODIE TOUR (BL)

Day 7 DA NANG – HA NOI (BL)

Day 8 HA NOI – HA LONG BAY (BLD)

Day 9 HA LONG – HA NOI (BL)

Day 10 HA NOI – DEPARTURE (B)

10 DAYS FROM THE SOUTH TO THE NORTH OF VIETNAM

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - Arrival

Pick-up and welcome at the airport with the transfer to your hotel. Overnightin Ho Chi Minh City.4* option: STAR CITY SAIGON HOTEL – Deluxe5* option: EQUATORIAL HOTEL - Deluxe

Day 2: Mekong Delta – Cai Be floating market, Vinh Long Town (BL)

The day will begin with a two-hour ride from Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong Delta. Upon arrival, we will take a boat cruise to visit Cai Be Floating Market. The floating market is one of the most interesting and exciting attractions to visit in the Mekong Delta. At the floating market you can watch locals aboard their small boats trading fresh goods and local commodities.

Leave Cai Be for Binh Hoa Phuoc Islet where the maze of shady creeks will surely fascinate you. You will have a chance to linger amidst the local farmers, learn the secrets of their bonsai gardening and sample local products. We will continue to Vinh Long Town passing through the My Thuan Suspension Bridge that sits high above the Mekong River from once side to the other. We will then experience a traditional lunch meal at a local home prior to returning to Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City. 4* option: STAR CITY SAIGON HOTEL – Deluxe5* option: EQUATORIAL HOTEL - Deluxe

Day 3: Cu Chi Tunnels & Ho Chi Minh City tour - Da Nang (BLD)

Start the day with a visit to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, a network of tunnels stretching over 200 km. Cu Chi became legendary during the 1960's in playing a vital role in the Vietnam War by allowing Viet Cong (communist guerillas) to control large rural areas, just 30 to 40 km away from Ho Chi Minh City.

After lunch at a local Vietnamese restaurant, we will visit some famous landmarks in Ho Chi Minh City such as: War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, and Thien Hau Pagoda in China Town. Have dinner and then transfer to station to get the train to Da Nang. Overnight on train.

REUNIFICATION EXPRESSTRAIN / Soft berth/ cabin-four berths

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Day 4: Da Nang – Hoi An – Hoi An City Tour (B)

Arrive at Da Nang. Pick up. Transfer to Hotel. Relax.

Afternoon, exploring Hoi An on foot is one of the best ways to absorb the beauty of this city. While walking around Hoi An, exploring the small yet beautiful town, tourists (even frequent visitors) find that it is a place of quiet and peace. The unique atmosphere combines elements of Vietnam, China and Japan. The most remarkable views are from the ancient houses, reminding visitors of a long gone past and providing a momentary glimpse of a more subdued and simple time.

The tour includes visits to Hoi An’s Museum, many of the town’s renowned Ancient Houses which boast remarkable architecture, Assembly Halls of Chinese influence, a handicraft workshop, and of course the Japanese Covered Bridge. Overnight in Hoi An. 4* option: RIVER BEACH RESORT & RESIDENCES – Deluxe5* option: PALM GARDEN RESORT – Deluxe

Day 5: My Son Sanctuary (B)

A visit to the My Son Sanctuary is an experience that should not be missed while visiting the beautiful city of Hoi An. With us as your tour guide, enjoy a half-day trip to visit the capital and religious centre of the former ChampaKingdom, My Son, which has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. During a time spanning from the 4th to 8th centuries, when Tra Kieu (then known as Simhapura) served as the political capital of Champa, My Son was the site of the most important Cham intellectuals and a religious centre. It is also believed that this site could have been used as a place of burial for Cham monarchs. My Son is considered to be Cham’s counterpart to the grand cities of South-East Asia’s other Indian influenced civilizations: Angkor (Cambodia), Bagan (Myanmar), Ayuthaya (Thailand), and Borobudur (Java). After the tour to the sanctuary, we will return to your hotel.

Free time in the afternoon. Overnight in Hoi An.4* option: RIVER BEACH RESORT & RESIDENCES – Deluxe5* option: PALM GARDEN RESORT – Deluxe

Day 6: Hoi An – Foodie tour (BL)

Free in the morning.

11:00 Foodie tour. Discover Hoi An’s countryside and its local food by bicycle. We will start our tour by going through the countryside and stop to enjoy a bowl of Cao Lau. Cao Lau is a specialty and a traditional Hoi An dish composed of flat noodles, pork, bean sprouts, and greens served in a savory broth. The noodles are made with local sticky rice soaked in the water that must be taken from Ba Le Well.

10 DAYS FROM THE SOUTH TO THE NORTH OF VIETNAM

We will continue our visit to Tra Que, a famous vegetable village, and on to Cam Ha. You will have the opportunity to enjoy My Quang noodles, another very famous local specialty. Before the end of the tour, we will go to Cam Nam to enjoy the Ying and Yang food. This tour is definitely an interesting journey, allowing you to try local specialties and enjoy the charming countryside of Hoi An. Overnight in Hoi An. 4* option: RIVER BEACH RESORT & RESIDENCES – Deluxe5* option: PALM GARDEN RESORT – Deluxe

Day 7: Hoi An – Da Nang – Ha Noi (BL)

Have breakfast. Check out. Transfer to Da Nang for flight to Ha Noi.

Once arrived in Ha Noi and checked-in to your hotel, you visit the Temple ofLiterature ( The first Imperial School in Vietnam ), Hoan Kiem Lake, the JadeMountain Temple, But Tower (Pen-Shaped Tower), Dai Nghien (Ink Stand),The Red – painted wooden and the Huc Bridge…Have a cyclo (pedicab) ridearound Ha Noi ancient town. Overnight in Ha Noi.4* option: FLOWER GARDEN HOTEL – Deluxe5* option: SHERATON HANOI HOTEL – Executive

Day 8: Ha Long Bay (BLD)

The shuttle bus will pick you up at your hotel and depart for Ha Long Bay, gothrough the scenic countryside. The wondrous Ha Long Bay is truly one ofVietnam’s most impressive scenic sights. Heading out of the town, embark ona boat for an exploration of the legendary Ha Long Bay. This exciting cruisewill provide a fantastic view of the picturesque scenery blending with the skyand some 3,000 limestone islands rising amazingly from the clear andemerald water. The limestone karsts formations are littered with beaches,grottoes and beautiful caves. Along the way, anchor for a leisurely swim in asecluded cove and an enjoyable visit to one of the many hidden grottoesbeneath towering cliffs. Stay overnight on the Junk Cruise.4* option: EMOTION CRUISE – Deluxe5* option: BHAYA CLASSIC – Deluxe

Day 9: Ha Long - Ha Noi (BL)

After breakfast, swimming and sunbathing. After lunch, return to Ha Noi.Overnight in Ha Noi.4* option: FLOWER GARDEN HOTEL – Deluxe5* option: SHERATON HANOI HOTEL – Executive

Day 10: Departure (B)

Breakfast and free time until time to go to the airport for departure flight.Transfer to Noi Bai International Airport.

INCLUSIONS

Inclusions:Pre-approval letter for receiving visa on arrivalHotel pick-up and returnAccommodations (twin/double share) (9 nights, including 7 nights at hotels and resort, 1 night on cruise, 1 night on train)Minivan with air-condition, all entrance feesBoat trip in Ha Long, in Mekong deltaMineral waterMeals specific in the itinerary (9 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 2 dinners)English speaking tour guideTravel insuranceTrain ticket (Sai Gon – Da Nang), soft berth, 4-berth cabin – option to exchange to flight ticket and 1 extra night in Hoi An.Domestic Flight ticket (Da Nang – Ha Noi), 20 kg checked baggage, 7 kg hand baggageSmall group tour of maximum 10 persons per tourChild 0 – 5 years old: 10%, 6 – 10 years old: 50% using the same bed with parentsValid from 01 Mar 2013 to 31 Dec 2013

Exclusions:Visa stamp fee USD 45 (paid to the Visa office at Tan Son Nhat Airport)Tips and gratuitiesPersonal expenses such as: shopping, telephone, beverage, etc.International air tickets (Australia – Ho Chi Minh City, Ha Noi – Australia)

Hotel standardPrice per person

(twin/double/tripleshare)

Price per person(single room)

4* AUD 1,584 AUD 2,002

5* AUD 2,162 AUD 3,273

FLEXIBLE BOOKING

For daily tours in HCMC or in Hoi An, guests can request to exchange one full day/ half day for other full day /half day tour. Night time tour with dinner on the list can be added with only USD 33 nett per person (paid directly to Hoi An Express).

Ho Chi Minh City tours

Half day toursSSG0002 "EXPLORE HO CHI MINH CITY - EXPLORING THE BIGGEST & BUSIEST CITY "SSG0024 "EXPLORE CHO LON - DISCOVERING CHINA TOWN BY CYCLO "SSG0029 "HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR - SHOPPING IN HO CHI MINH CITY "SSG0003 "CU CHI TUNNELS - EXPERIENCING VIETNAM WAR "SSG0035 “HOME COOKING CLASS”

Full day tours SSG0012 "HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR - HISTORICAL DISCOVERY (Depart daily except Monday)"SSG0037 “HAVE FUN IN VIETNAM”SSG0004 "HISTORICAL EXCURSION - CU CHI TUNNELS & CAO DAI TEMPLE"SSG0015 "HISTORICAL EXCURSION - CU CHI TUNNELS & HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR "SMK0001 "MEKONG DELTA - MY THO - BEN TRE COCONUT VILLAGE "SMK0002 "CAI BE FLOATING MARKET - VINH LONG TOWN"SSG0020 "TEMPLE & MOUNTAIN EXCURSION - CAO DAI TEMPLE - BLACK LADY MONTAIN “

Night time tours SSG0007 "SAI GON BY NIGHT - VIETNAMESE WATER PUPPETS"SSG0011 "SAI GON BY NIGHT - DINNER & SIGHTSEEING ON BOARD "SSG0009 "SAI GON BY NIGHT - DINNER & SHOPPING “

Hoi An/Da Nang tours

Half day toursCHA0001 HOI AN CITY TOUR CHA0004 HOI AN + LANTERN MAKING DISCOVERIESCHA0002 MY SON SANCTUARY CHA0006 HOI AN BOAT TRIP TO TRADITIONAL VILLAGESCHA0035 MARBLE MOUNTAINCHA0036 BICYCLE TOURCHA0043 FOODIE TOUR

Night time tours CHA0023 HOI AN MYSTERIOUS NIGHTCHA0043 FOODIE TOURCHA0044 DANANG NIGHTLIFE TOUR

Contact – Terms & Conditions

Contact

Pham Que Anh (Annie)

Info@hoianexpress.com.vn l Cell: +84-903 731 899

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Documents to provide

Copy of passports

International flight tickets

Booking

Minimum 2 vouchers per booking

Booking at least 20 days in advance

Hotels/cruise will be at 4 star standard and will be booked at similar standard when the ones listing are fully booked.

Terms & Conditions

- CHANGES BY THE CUSTOMER PRIOR TO DEPARTURE

A modification of booking by the customer won’t lead to complementary charges in thefollowing cases:

• Increase of the number of pax

• Increase of the number of services

• In case of a change arising during the trip, the supplementary charges will be directlypaid at this time.

- CANCELLATION CHARGES

ALL cancellation from the customer arise additional charges as follows:

• More than 90 days before departure: 10% of the tour price

• 30-90 days before departure: 50% of the tour price

• 7-29 days before departure: 75% of the tour price

• Less than 7 days or No show: 100% of the tour price

- VALIDITY OF VOUCHER

During the year 2013

Booking must be booked prior to 01 May 2013

Departure date : flexible for full year 2013