Vietnam Winter Family Holiday

A quick transfer from the airport will take you into the capital, Hanoi, where you will spend your first two nights at the Lapis Hotel, a lovely centrally located hotel with a beautiful rooftop pool. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure, preparing for your first family adventure tomorrow! Head out and explore the city, or cool off in the pool. Welcome to Vietnam!

On Day 3 get ready for a fully packed family day with a private tour offering a unique perspective on life in the capital. Travelling to a village on the outskirts of the city, you will paint traditional Vietnamese pottery with the locals, even getting to keep your creations. Enjoy a luxurious lunch together before you visit Mr Liem, who paints the puppets featured in famous water puppet shows. After a private half-hour performance, you will all have a chance to learn how to move the puppets through the water and even paint your own. Finish the day with a one-hour tour around the Old Quarter on electric buggies – so much family fun!

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This morning, you will be transferred to the port where you will stay for two nights aboard the Vietnamese junk boat Peony Cruise. Over the next two nights, take in the thousands of limestone islets from the deck of the boat, and explore hidden lagoons and secret beaches with kayaks. You could also try sea fishing to catch your lunch or chat with local children and families living out in the bay. All meals are included.

Watch the sunrise and enjoy breakfast overlooking the bay as the boat makes its way back to the port. From here, you will be transferred back to Hanoi International Airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. You will spend two nights with breakfast included at Mai House Saigon. Mai House Saigon Hotel offers warmly decorated, beautifully furnished rooms that combine sophisticated cosiness with the inviting comfort of home.

In the evening, enjoy a private street food tour, sampling various delicacies of the south, including Com Suon Non Nuong Muoi Ot, a local specialty of rice and pork ribs. End your night at a local café with live music and perhaps some dancing!

Begin day 7 with a transfer to the infamous Cu Chi Tunnels, where you will learn about the fascinating history of Vietnam. Our knowledgeable local guide will provide insights into the not-so-distant past of this area. If you’re brave enough, see the measures the Vietnamese went to by travelling down the many tunnels. You will then return to the city to explore the rest at your leisure.

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After breakfast, you will be transferred deep into the winding waterways of the Delta, where you will stay for two nights at The Island Lodge, located on a secluded island in the Mekong. Soak up the river life, relax, and watch the world go by. Day 9 is yours to spend at leisure – you can take a tour to a local coconut farm or cross the river to My Tho, exploring authentic Vietnamese life at your own pace.

On Day 10, transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City for a short flight to the stunning Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam’s largest island. With white sand beaches and crystal-clear turquoise waters, you will feel like you’ve found paradise upon arrival. You will then be transferred to Cassia Cottage for a four-night stay in this beautiful beachfront property, owner-run by Mark B and his family. With an infinity pool overlooking the ocean, one of the best restaurants on the island onsite, and a private secluded beach, it truly is a treat for the whole family.

You have the next three nights to enjoy paradise with some well-deserved family beach time. If you fancy getting out and about, consider visiting the nearby waterpark/amusement park, taking the kids go-karting, exploring Phu Quoc National Park, visiting a honey bee farm, or booking a jeep tour to discover more of this beautiful island.

Enjoy your last morning in paradise with a final dip in the crystal blue sea and some last-minute tanning before being transferred to the airport for your flight back to the UK.

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