Highlights
The combination of rich culture, unique cuisine, beautiful landscapes, great resorts and top-rated golf courses makes Vietnam a dream destination for all golfers who want to spice up a golf holiday in Vietnam with other extraordinary experiences. Travel from Hanoi in the North to Danang in the Central and Saigon in the South, play at world-class spectacular courses designed by legendary golfing architects, discover the most iconic World Heritage Sites between rounds of golf, and indulge in the best foods Vietnam has to offer. Our Vietnam Golf & Food Tour can be adjusted to meet your preferences and budgets.
Details
Brief itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Hanoi
Day 2: BRG King's Island Golf Resort - Street Food Tour
Day 3: Halong Bay Cruise
Day 4: Halong Bay - Danang
Day 5: Montgomeire Links Vietnam
Day 6: Ba Na Hills Golf Club
Day 7: Hoian Ancient Town
Day 8: Laguna Golf Lang Co
Day 9: Imperial City of Hue
Day 10: Saigon After Dark by Vespa
Day 11: Vietnam Golf & Country Club
Day 12: Saigon City Tour - A O Show
Day 13: Departure
Day 1: Hanoi Arrival
Welcome to Hanoi, the Capital of Vietnam. You will be welcomed by your local guide and transferred to your hotel for check in. Relax after your long-haul flight.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2: BRG King’s Island Golf Resort - Food tour (B/D)
After breakfast at hotel, travel 50km outskirt of Hanoi to BRG Kings Island Golf Resort, the first 55 holes golf resort in Northern Vietnam. The island golf complex comprises of three courses, situated on 350 hectares of land and 1,500 hectares of waterfront. The unique layout of each golf course designed by world-famous golf architects will excite and challenge golfers of all levels and abilities. Today choose one of three courses at BRG Kings Island Golf Resort and challenge yourself.
In the afternoon, transfer back to Hanoi, have a refreshment at the hotel. Then wander through the hidden corners of Hanoi Old Quarter, indulge in the best food Hanoi has to offer with a famous food blogger. The Hanoi street food tour provides a great insight into the vibrant, authentic lifestyles of the Vietnamese people.
Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 3: Halong Bay Cruise (B/L/D)
Breakfast at hotel. Travel to the World Heritage Site of Halong Bay, a truly breathtaking destination with thousands of limestone islands emerging out of the emerald water. Sail among the dramatic peaks, enjoy group excursions, on-board activities or just spend some time relaxing on board. Activities are subject to change due to cruise selection and weather conditions. Towards the end of the day the boat sets anchor for the night among the karst formations. Lunch and dinner are served on board.
Overnight on board.
Day 4: Halong Bay - Danang (B)
Wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over the calming waters of the bay or join a Tai Chi session on the sun deck. Take shore excursions or on-board activities. Continue cruising around the bay while breakfast or brunch is served on board. You disembark at the end of the morning and transfer to airport for a short flight to Danang. Upon arrival at Danang airport, you will be welcomed by your local guide, and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight in Danang.
Day 5: Montgomeire Links Vietnam (B)
Spend this morning at Montgomerie Golf Links Vietnam, as one of Asia’s ten most elite courses. Created by golfing legend Colin Montgomerie, Montgomerie Links Golf Course is truly a 5-star championship links style course that tees up challenging and enjoyable play for all levels of golfers from around the world. The traditional links style design features sandy soil, wind-blown dunes, existing native vegetation, strategically placed bunkers, generous and undulating greens and closely mown chipping areas. The course also hosts more water holes than most links courses, including lakes and streams that add further aesthetic appeal. Enjoy your 18-hole game. Transfer back to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure by the hotel pool or by the beach.
Overnight in Danang.
Day 6: Ba Na Hills Golf Club (B)
Another golf day of full excitement awaits you at the Ba Na Hills Golf Club. Designed by the world-renowned Luke Donald and managed by IMG, the stunning Ba Na Hills Golf Club is located in the foothills and forests of the famed Ba Na Hills, only 25 minutes from Danang. The multiple-award winning course is surrounded by magnificent scenery that offers spectacular views on every hole. Playing to a par of 72, this highly regarded championship layout, offers a great test of golf and a wonderful golf experience.
Overnight in Danang.
Day 7: Hoian Ancient Town (B/L)
After breakfast, transfer to Hoian Ancient Town for a fun cooking class at Tra Que vegetable village. Meet your chef and take a pleasant walk through the gardens and learn the different types of culinary herbs and vegetables which will be used in the cooking class. Learn how to cook Banh Xeo - a Vietnamese pancake, Vietnamese spring rolls, and Tam Huu salad. Enjoy your lunch with the food you make and have time to relax before beginning your cycle back to the Old Quarter of Hoian.
In the afternoon, enjoy walking tours around the town and visit the most popular sightseeing spots: Chua Ong Pagoda, Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, Jinshang Temple, Tan Ky House, and Japanese Covered Bridge. Sit back and sip a revitalizing cup of tea or coffee at Reaching Out Tea House before transfer back to hotel.
Overnight in Danang.
Day 8: Laguna Golf Lang Co (B)
Breakfast at hotel. Travel to Laguna Golf Lang Co, an 18-hole par-71 championship course designed by Sir Nick Faldo. This award-winning course delivers a golfing experience that can be enjoyed by the most experienced player and beginner alike. The course presents variety for players of all levels measuring just under 7,100 yards from the championship tees and a beginner friendly 5,263 yards from the front tees. Enjoy your golfing time, then transfer to Imperial City of Hue for hotel check in and relax.
Overnight in Hue.
Day 9: Imperial City of Hue (B/L)
Breakfast at hotel. Start this morning with a visit to the Imperial Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City. Modeled on the Forbidden City in Beijing by the Nguyen Emperors in the early 19th century, the palace retains a feeling of its past scale and importance, with detailed stonework and pavilions and it is at the moment in the process of being restored to its former magnificence.
Continue to Thien Mu Pagoda, sitting on the riverbank outside the city. This octagonal seven-tier stupa has long been regarded as the symbol of Hue since founded in 1601. It is still a site of Buddhist worship and its huge bell is said to be audible from the city.
Enjoy lunch at a local garden house restaurant featuring an authentic Hue style cuisine. Continue to former Emperor Minh Mang’s tomb located in a tranquil setting of gardens and ponds. Journey on to Emperor Khai Dinh’s tomb designed in traditional Vietnamese style with a European touch making it unique from the other tombs in Hue. The evening is at leisure.
Overnight in Hue.
Day 10: Saigon After Dark by Vespa (B)
Enjoy your breakfast. You are free until transfer to Hue Airport for a short flight to Ho Chi Minh City, also called Saigon. Meet your local guide at the airport and transfer to your hotel for check in.
Tonight, experience the nightlife of Saigon the way locals do, all from the back of a vintage Vespa scooter. Get deep insights into local culture and sample the best street foods in town with an expert driver guide of Vespa Adventures.
Overnight in Saigon.
Day 11: Vietnam Golf & Country Club (B)
Another challenging and exciting day awaits you at Vietnam Golf & Country Club, the first 36-hole golf club in Vietnam. Set amongst 300 hectares of woodland, Vietnam Golf & Country Club includes two championship great 18-hole golf courses. It has long been recognized as Vietnam’s premier golf club and was voted as one of the Asia best golf courses.
Overnight in Saigon.
Day 12: Saigon City Tour - A O Show (B/L)
Breakfast at hotel. Spend this day with your guide visiting the city’s most iconic building: The Reunification Hall, formerly called the Presidential Palace. Then take a stroll to Ho Chi Minh City’s colonial quarter, walking past scenes of everyday life on the way. Admire the beautiful architecture of the Saigon Opera House, the City Hall, the Old Saigon Post Office. Hear about the glory days of French Indochina and how that era continues to influence aspects of modern Vietnamese culture. Lunch in local restaurant.
This afternoon you are free at leisure. Enjoy shopping at local market or simply relax with a spa treatment. End your last night in Saigon with the must-see A O Show at the iconic Saigon Opera House.
Overnight in Saigon.
Day 13: Departure (B)
Enjoy this morning at leisure until check out. You will meet your guide and travel to Tan Son Nhat Airport for your onward flight home or next destinations.
Special Rates
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Services included
+ 12-night hotel accommodation in half-twin/double shared room with daily buffet breakfast
+ Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)
+ Five 18-hole rounds of golf at Vietnam’s premier golf courses as mentioned
+ Green fee, ½ share cart and one caddie per golfer at each golf course
+ Overnight cruise in Halong Bay or Lan Ha Bay
+ AO Show by Lune Production in Saigon Opera House
+ Saigon After Dark by Vespa Adventures
+ English, French or Chinese speaking local guide (for other languages supplements apply)
+ Tours and transfers as mentioned by private air-conditioned vehicle unless stated otherwise
+ Entrance fees for mentioned visits
+ Taxes and service charges
Services not included
+ International and domestic flights (quoted separately)
+ Visa fee, travel insurance
+ Meals other than mentioned above
+ Early check-in or late check-out fees
+ Camera/video entrance fees (if any)
+ Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, telephone, etc)
+ Additional transfer required due to emergency situation
+ Peak season surcharge and compulsory gala dinner on 24 Dec and 31 Dec
+ Recommended Guide & Driver tip is VND200.000 per day per guest
+ Recommended Caddie tip is VND400.000 per round
+ Other services not clearly indicated in the package inclusions above.
Terms & Conditions
PAYMENT
Booking is made more than 30 days prior to check-in date: a 50% deposit of total value is required upon confirmation. The balance must be paid at least 30 days prior to check-in date.
Booking is made less than 30 days prior to check-in date: 100% of total value is required upon confirmation.
Payment method: by bank transfer or by credit card
Payment by credit card will incur the following transaction fee: Visa/Master: 2,5%, Amex: 3% of total value
Client/remitting party must cover their own bank charges.
Booking will be cancelled if payments are not received on due date(s).
CANCELLATION/AMENDEMENT
Cancellations or amendments must be informed in writing. E-mail cancellation or booking amendments are only effective once re-confirmed by FantaSea Travel. We strongly recommend you to purchase travel insurances to cover cancellation cost if any. We do not cover any costs related to your travelling risk. Should you have to cancel or amend, the following terms will apply:
Normal Season:
More than 30 days: 10% of total value
From 15 to 30 days: 25% of total value
From 8 to 14 days: 50% of total value
Within 7 days or no show: 100% of total value
Peak Season (20 DEC - 10 JAN):
More than 45 days: 10% of total value
From 31 to 45 days: 25% of total value
From 15 to 30 days: 50% of total value
Within 14 days or no show: 100% of total value
Certain special offers may be non-refundable/non-amendable. These will be advised to you at the time of booking. Refund can take up to 45 days after cancellation date.
COVID-19 POLICY
For all new bookings made from 1 January 2021, we grant free cancellation up to 7 days prior to arrival (thereafter 100% charge) if the reason for cancellation is related to COVID-19 such as the following:
+ Guests suspected or confirmed to carry the virus
+ Guests being denied to board an airplane
+ Border closures in Vietnam, in a neighboring country for tour bookings or in the guests’ country of residence
+ Quarantine obligation
+ New lockdown
In such circumstances, FantaSea Travel will allow you to change the dates of your tour or offer you a credit for another tour. This policy is only valid if the ability to travel is beyond the control of the guest. Guests are required to provide reasonable documentation confirming that their inability to travel is due to COVID-19 related matters. The final decision to waive cancellation charges lies entirely with FantaSea Travel at all times.
For cancellations or booking modifications due to reasons not related to COVID-19 our standard policies as stipulated in this offer apply.
