Hanoi, with its French colonial architecture and bustling old quarter is home the ancient citadel, Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and the Ho Chi Minh Museum. The One Pillar Pagoda, built by Emperor Ly Thai Tong in gratitude for the birth of his son and the Temple of Literature dedicated to Confucius bring together local culture and unique architecture, while modern arts thrive at the Opera House and the nearby water puppet shows. The old imperial capital of Hue is home to the ancient citadel, a reminder of the influence of thirteen Emperors of the Nguyen Dynasty, with palaces and temples within its huge walls. Along the banks of the Perfume River, the extravagant tombs of the Kings tell a sad story of pride and jealousy.
Recommended accommodation
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Le Residence Hotel and Spa
Situated on the banks of the Perfume River, La Residence Hotel and Spa has 122 luxurious, art deco rooms. The hotel also features a swimming pool, spa, health club, tennis courts, a restaurant and bar.
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Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Since 1901, the Sofitel Metropole Hanoi French colonial hotel has provided smart accommodation within easy reach of the central lake, Opera House and Old Quarter.
Sample itinerary
DAY 1 - 4 Luang Prabang/Vientiane
Fly to Luang Prabang via Bangkok. Spend two days exploring the landscape, mountains, Royal Palace & the Wat Xieng Thong temple.Trek through local villages & waterfalls. Fly to Vientiane to explore the city, Pha That Luang & Wat Si Saket & pay a visit to Phu Khao Khuay National Park
DAY 5 - 7 Hanoi
Fly to Hanoi to experience the Old & French Quarters.Visit Ho Chi Minh's mausoleum, the Temple of Literature & the One Pillar Pagoda or watch a water puppet show. Enjoy a night at Halong Bay on a traditional junk & try the delicious fresh seafood of the area
DAYS 8 - 11 Hue/Hoi An
Take a short flight to Hue on the Perfume River, visiting the beautiful citadel & tombs of the Nguyen dynasty. Then drive to Hoi An. Unwind on the beach or visit the World Heritage Site town & its wonderful architecture. Have a wardrobe of clothes made in a day by the world
famous tailors
DAY 12 - 14 Ho Chi Minh City
Fly to Ho Chi Minh City, formerly Saigon, & experience the electric vibrancy of the city. Visit Notre Dame Cathedral, the Reunification Palace & enjoy a drink at the famous rooftop bar at the Caravelle Hotel, once a popular haunt of journalists. Walk around the War Remnants Museum & visit the Cu Chi tunnels
DAY 15 - 18 Angkor
Fly to Siem Reap & spend a few days walking amongst the ancient temples of Angkor. A private guide will explain the intricacies of the different temples from Bayon to Banteay Srei. Spend a night on a temple safari or half a day on the Tonle Sap Lake for a taste of floating village life
Prices start from £2,045 including flights.
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