The Mandarin Route

We take the most famous road in Vietnam as it snakes through the fabulous and constantly changing scenery of Vietnam. Often called the back bone of Vietnam, it links the whole country together. The route is called the "Mandarin Route", given its name by the French as they took it from the Mandarins, now we give this much talked about and famous route to you! All we ask is that you sit back relax and enjoy some of world’s best scenery and most amazing views.

This journey begins in the North in Hanoi (can be reversed) before we offer the secrets of Ha Long Bay cruising and kayaking around the limestone karsts as well for you to explore and admire, to give you the complete picture of such a remarkable country and journey. You then begin to head south following the Mandarin Route taking in Hue, Danang and Hoi An which give you the chance to drive along the famous Hai Van Pass often called one of the best driving roads in the world, not to forget the stunning towns and sights along the way.

As the journey head further south, you are delighted to see the beautiful golden sandy beaches sprawling before you with mesmerizing sea views and all the delights of a coastal city to enjoy and experience. Before we climb into the mountains to discover the pine forest city of Da Lat offering mountain views with lakes and trees spread out in front of you. Entering the final descent and the last part of the journey we head in to Saigon to experience the largest city of Vietnam before we reach the end of the Mandarin route in Can Tho, where you have the luxury of boarding a cruise to relax and reflect on this incredible journey you have just completed.

Exotic Voyages say: "A great way to see all Vietnams major areas in one go. We rate this 4/5 for difficulty as this involves a lot of traveling."  

Tailor Made Ideas

• Extend with a beach stay in the stunning Hoi An during your trip
• Fly to Siem Reap and capture the beauty of the temples
• Fly To Con Dao at the end of the trip to relax

Inclusions

The price includes all private air-conditioned transfers to and from the airport, all accommodations as mentioned in hotels or hotels in similar category. Professional English speaking guides with high levels of experience are available throughout your tour. Entrance fees for sightseeing, water puppet show, boat cruises mentioned in this program; overnight cruise aboard your beautiful boat on Ha Long Bay (non-private / private for group of 6 people and up); and breakfast on board the Mystic cruise in the Mekong Delta are all included.