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SOUTH EAST ASIA Throughout the annals of time, the histories and
peoples of Vietnam, Cambodia, Myanmar, Laos and
COMPASS Thailand, the present day countries of Indochina,
have been intertwined by their shared location on the
Indochina Peninsula. More modern history drew
them even closer together through the French
colonial years and into their struggles for self-
Why choose VIDOTOUR determination in the middle of the 20th century.

We break all trails of traveling to With their common modern histories, the Indochina
provide unique experiences to all of countries have developed close relationships to
our clients. Services are continuously serve travelers. Travel formalities are less onerous
evaluated, reviewed and actions are than ever before. Transportation infrastructure
taken in order to satisfy at all time the continues to develop. Accommodation now serves
most demanding international quality, everybody from first-class and 5-Star hotels and
resorts, to rustic rural home-stays.
safety standard and specification.
With over 26 years and as a pioneer It is no secret that in recent years virus and flu
in the industry, we are more confident epidemics and the global financial crisis have hit the
to concentrate to only Luxury and international travel industry hard. Indochina has also
Unique MICE Groups. endured calamities of nature over the same period.
Yet, through all these trials and tribulations, we have
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delivering the best possible value for truly
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VIDOTOUR has also been recognized as one of
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Some of the more unique and luxury profile events we
have hosted over the years.

 Veteran New Zealand group: 64 guests

 US Live Foam Machine Band: 150 guests

 Japan-Hattori Cooking School: 44 guests

 German, Lion Congress: 150 guests

 Australia, Biztrav Conference: 50 guests

 Contest Of Asia Model Search: 500 guests

 Fujifilm group: 150 guests

 Mercedes-Benz: 70 guests

 Nissan: 125 guests

 YPO 2002– 2011: 640 guests

 Australian Dental Associate company: 80 guests

 CIBA Vision group: 140 guests
 Pepsi 350 guests
 YPO ASEAN 80 guests
 The Thai Chamber of Commerce 100 guests
 Welcome to Vietnam

With her origins shrouded in the mists of time, Vietnam has evolved a rich oral tradition of
myth and legend. Vietnamese mythology contends the people are descended from a
dragon and a fairy. The union of the dragon, King Lac Long Quan, and the enchanting
mountain fairy Au Co produced one hundred offspring. The eldest son became the first
King of the thousand year Hung Dynasty. This dynasty is commemorated to this day as
the bud from which the Vietnamese nation ultimately flowered.

Throughout time, Vietnam has forged her identity through the highs and lows of history.
Today she has become a robust and vibrant commercial hub and thriving travel
destination in the heart of Southeast Asia.

With her 3,000 km coastline bejeweled with sun-drenched sandy beaches imbued with a
vast array of resorts and hotels, Vietnam has established a growing reputation as a first-
class beach destination.

Possessing a unique cultural and historical heritage, Vietnam is an idyllic choice for
travelers in search of exotic travel experiences not to be found anywhere else. A grand
exploration delves deep into the heart-warming natural hospitality and charm of the
peoples and soul-stirring landscapes of Vietnam.
 Street food tour with Blogger
Set off on a street food tour of
Hanoi's best culinary spots with a
food blogger. Having a special
passion for Vietnamese food and
culture and with hands-on
experience in managing some of
Hanoi's
finest
dining establishments along
with his
strong interest in Hanoi's street food, the street food blogger will give
you an insight into Hanoi's food scene and an elaborate explanation
of Vietnamese practices. Stroll through the Old Quarter and head to
Thanh Ha market where you will try local delicacies and strange food
items that you may never have
seen before. The market scene is
permeated with the typical sights
and sounds of Hanoi that depict
the essence of Vietnamese
culture.
Weave through the streets of the
Old Quarter to Dong Xuan market
where you will sample the famous
local street foods "Pho" and "Bun Dau". You will learn the routine of
Vietnam meal times and the unusual ingredients that make the local
flavours special and exotic.
Walk down to Hang Than Street where ceremonial cake stalls are
displayed and many unique and colorful cakes are on sale. Pass by
Hang Cot Street to see some
specially treated fruit day by day
itinerary. Then, walk along Phung
Hung Street through temporary
market stalls and the tour ends
with a visit to one of the Old
Quarter's busiest coffee shops to
try the excellent local coffee.
Private culinary experience with
Chef Didier Corlou
Hanoi gastronomy and cuisine
have grown to be the big magnet
that attracts many tourists coming
to the capital of Vietnam. Want to
keep the love fires burning till the
old age? It’s your turn to take the
Cooking Class in Hanoi created
particularly for the foreigners that arrive at Hanoi. Before you head
back to the homeland, learn how to please your mate with the
fantastic Vietnamese cooking recipe. The cooking classes and
training given by Chef Didier Corlou help you realize the fusion
cooking between the
East and the West.
Didier Corlou was born at
Hennebont, in the Morbihan
region, Brittany, Didier Corlou is no
armchair traveller. First foreign
Chef who comes back in Vietnam
after the war, his target is to
promote and give back the stars of
the Vietnamese cuisine. Focus on
the transmission it is with pleasure that he takes some young cooks to
train and give something.
Meeting with the Chef at La Verticale and having a decade-old
experience as a professional chef, he can show you how to select the
freshest & typical ingredients for local foods. Enjoy sight, sound and
flavor of the market. Then take a
transfer to the restaurant for a
private hands-on cooking class
while listening to his sharing about
the passion for cooking. Taste your
own creations at lunch.
 Hanoi full day city tour:
Take a full day tour to explore
Hanoi’s illustrious history. In
the morning, visit the
imposing marble edifice
housing the Ho Chi Minh
mausoleum (Ho Chi Minh
Mausoleum is closed every
Monday & Friday, all
afternoons and from early
September until mid-November) before moving onto his wooden stilt
house and the One Pillar Pagoda, which is a historic Buddhist temple
in Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam.
Solo water puppetry:
Meet the water puppet
“magician” and enjoy a
show at his house in
Hanoi. Enjoy the
incredible experience of
touching and controlling
the puppets under the
water. Start your
exploration with a short
walk through the Hanoi
backstreets alive with
daily activities. Meet the
artist who was born into a family going back seven generations of
water puppeteers. Learn a little about the artist’s family as well as
more about this traditional art. Enjoy the mini show and try controlling
the puppets yourself. Learn more about how to make the puppets
before saying goodbye to the artist.

Hanoi remnants: Take

a half day Hanoi tour to
be back to the time of
the Vietnam Visit
Museum. War by the
driving to
museum and the Army
Flag tower where Hanoi
once
soldiers tied themselves
You will then explore visit the Temple of Literature, or Quoc Tu Giam. to the top of the flag
Built in 1076, The Temple of Literature was Vietnam's first university tower to report bombing
and was established within a temple to educate Vietnam's royalty, locations. Continue
mandarins and members of the elite. The university functioned for an walking to another
incredible 700 years and its gardens and well-preserved architecture historical structure in the Thang Long Citadel. Built during the war
offer a fascinating glimpse into Vietnam’s past. Continue to enjoy the (1954-1975), the D67 Building was the place where the Politburo of
cyclo riding back to the center for visiting Hoan Kiem Lake & its the Workers' Party of Vietnam (now the Communist Party of Vietnam)
legendary Ngoc Son Temple and The Huc Bridge. End of the day by and the Central Military Party Commission held regular meetings from
exploring Old Quarters with street life. 1967 to 1975. Explore the D67 Building and the Military Operation
Bunker (General Command Headquarter). Drive to visit a small
downed Aircraft Memorial commemorating McCain’s shoot-down and
the B52 Bomber Wreckage at Huu Tiep Lake.
 Halong Bay in brief continue to drive to your
with candlelit dinner: hotel for refreshment
Leave the noise of the before making a great
city behind as you board candlelit dinner at Ly
a seaplane and take in Club restaurant with
the impressive aerial traditional music “Ca
views over Hanoi as you trù”, is a complex form
fly 45 minutes to of sung poetry found in
Halong Bay before the north of Viet Nam
taking a 15 minute using lyrics written in
scenic flight over traditional Vietnamese
Halong. Upon arrival, we take a delightful cruise through the limestone poetic forms. Ca trù
cliffs and emerald waters of Ha Long Bay. Visit a grotto of gigantic groups comprise three
stalactites and stalagmites and enjoy Kayak in Halong Bay Vietnam, performers: a female singer who uses breathing techniques and
considered the most amazing way to fully feel the majesty of Ha Long vibrato to create unique ornamented sounds, while playing the
Bay and discover the cliffs with a huge number of wonderful rock tops, clappers or striking a wooden box, and two instrumentalists who
dales. After that, have a lunch on board with a fresh seafood before produce the deep tone of a three-stringed lute and the strong sounds
returning to the dock. Flying back to Hanoi in the late afternoon and of a praise drum.
Amazing Halong Bay day trip: Drive through green rice An unforgettable dinner in a Grotto: Head to the striking
paddy fields from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay. Take a delightful setting of Halong Bay for a sunset party and afterwards enjoy a
cruise through the limestone cliffs and emerald waters of Ha private cocktail in the mouth of a cave before a traditional
Long Bay. Visit a grotto of gigantic stalactites and stalagmites evening meal.
and enjoying a nice lunch on floating platform in a remote cove
at Halong Bay before returning to the dock. Drive back to
Hanoi in the late afternoon with a stop en route at a ceramic
factory.
DINNER AT TEMPLE
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Temple of Literature - Quốc Tử Giám is the first University for

the sons of mandarins, for an overview about Hanoi an culture
and appreciation for ancient Vietnamese architecture. Embrace
the culture and heritage of Vietnam while dining in the Temple
of Literature. The compound’s scenic courtyards, gardens and
interior offer a scenic and truly Vietnamese experience.
 Hoi An walking tour:
Hoi An is an ancient
town located in the
lower section of Thu
Bon River, Quang Nam
Province, about 30
kilometers
south of Danang city. Hoi
An was a bustling
international trading port,
a meeting place of the
trading ships of Japan, China and the West during the 17th and 18th
centuries. Hoi An is also a land mark recorded much of the mixture of
acculturation. The architecture of the city reflects the influence of
Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, French and British traders. Hoi An
still maintained an intangible cultural diversity and richness. Hoi An is
considered as a living museum of architecture and urban lifestyle.
Highlights include an ancient merchant house, the Phuc Kien
Assembly Hall, the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge and the
vibrant riverside market.
My Son jeep & boat:
Start a jeep excursion to
the My Son Holy land,
passing a bustling town,
markets and rural
villages. Formerly the
religious centre of the
Kingdom, My
Champa
Son has been dubbed a
UNESCO World
Heritage Site with over 20 well-preserved monuments. Delve into the
Cham ruins of My Son situated in a remote jungle valley before
getting back to the jeep for a ride to a local house where sedge mats
are woven. Board the private boat and cruise on the Thu Bon River
with lunch served on board. Disembark at Hoi An dock and transfer
back to hotel.
 Marble Visit Hue by
Helicopter: in the
mountain rappelling: morning, transfer to
In the morning, head to Nuoc Man airport for a
Marble Mountain, a wonderful fly by
cluster of limestone Helicopter to Hue. Upon
mountains about 20kms arrival, drive to Hue for a
North of Hoi An. Upon city tour, Hue served as
arrival, walk up to the an imperial capital to the
rappelling area and Nguyen Lords, a feudal
spend a full day dynasty which reigned
abseiling and rappelling from the 17th to the 19th
down the sheer cliff century. With splendid
faces of the marble mountains including a 50 metre drop into a hole emperors’ tombs, ancient pagodas and the remains of the Citadel, the
so deep and dark that you can't see the bottom! A picnic lunch at city retains its royal charm. Exploring the Imperial Citadel, a UNESCO
Marble Mountain and you will come back to Hoi An about 15:00PM. listed site. Enter through the towering main gate and you will
appreciate the magnificent architecture and gardens while your guide
Hoi An fisherman and
explains the events and the intrigue of the former royal court. Despite
waterways: You will be
being bombed heavily, there are some incredibly well preserved
picked up and
sections still intact and others which are being lovingly restored. Then,
transferred to the local
enjoy a river cruise on the peaceful Perfume River to the Thien Mu
fishing village near the
pagoda. End of the tour at the elaborate Khai Dinh Royal Tomb. Its
mouth of Thu Bon River.
architecture and atmosphere showcase elements of Eastern art and
Walk through the fishing
Western designs. Transfer to the airport for flying back to Da Nang.
village and learn about
the daily life of
Vietnamese fishermen,
their families and their
community. Board the Hoi An Eco-Tour boat and cruise on the Cua
Dai River. Witness fishing activities as well as experience the art of
catching fish by using local round nets. Experience more fun by
paddling a unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boats and join in a
basket boat race on the river. Continue to explore the Bay Mau
tranquil waterways and also learn how water coconuts are used by
the locals. Row your basket boats back to the Hoi An Eco-Tour boat.
Enjoy a cold beer / soft drink and a traditional fisherman's lunch. End
tour.
Tropical Cham Island: Enjoy the daily trip to Cham Island. In the morning,
head to the pier for a 30-minute private speed boat ride for an insight into
what makes Cham Island popular. Visit a traditional fishing village, a shelter
for boats in bad weather and Ong temple, dedicated to a legendary whale
buried here. For the adventurous, try snorkeling at Xep beach and take part
in various activities like basket boat racing, then try the island’s fresh
seafood prepared in front of you at the BBQ station. Relax after lunch on the
island’s crystal-clear beaches, surrounded by the lush, green forests. Later,
cruise back to Hoi An.
Farming Life on Herb Garden tour: Visit Thanh Dong, the first and only
organic farm in Hoi An & in Quang Nam province. Experience the daily life
of the farmers through activities on the farm; learn more about the methods
of chemicals free farming and its positive effects on the environment from
the locals. Start at the meeting point and go to Thanh Dong organic farm by
cycling through Cam Thanh community. Arriving in Thanh Dong organic
farm, changing clothes to ba ba, the typical uniform of farmers in Vietnam
Farmers’ introduction about the organic farm experiencing daily activities of
the farmers harvesting vegetables. Enjoy cassava and green tea after the
activities, before leaving the farm. Embark on a 20 minute boat trip to the
restaurant. Get your camera ready as the cruise offers glimpses of local
river life. Upon arrival, enjoying a hands-on cooking class, after the lesson,
sit down and eat what you have created in the lovely restaurant overlooking
the rice paddies & the river.
ROYAL DINNER AT THE IMPERIAL CITADEL

Hue has chosen to be the capital city of the Southern Kingdom by all Nguyen Lords and officially became the capital under Tay Son'reign. For
approximately 400 years, Hue has become a great landscape and architectural site. Hue' royal complex has been officially recognized by the
UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
Situated on the Northern bank of the Perfume River, with an area of 500 ha and a system of three circles of ramparts, namely from outside to
inside: Kinh Thanh (Capital Citadel), Hoang Thanh (Royal Citadel) and Tu Cam Thanh (Forbidden Citadel).
This dinner is private for the group that aim provide the guests a greatest experience of Ancient Imperial Citadel. Cuisine is most focused in
terms of presentations, and delicacy. Royal Musical Performance and other entertainments are on the stage during the dinner.

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 PRIVATE DINNER ON RICE FIELD
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Rice growing in Vietnam has an ancient history, and the

country is one of world’s richest agricultural regions and is the
second- largest exporter worldwide of rice. You will enjoy the
wonderful scenery and waterways of Cam Thanh, we invite
you to experience wet rice planting with the locals – plowing
the fields with water buffalo and transplanting the seedlings –
while getting more insight into the planting and harvesting
process explained by the farmers. After rice planting, learn
how to make banh chung, the traditional lunar new year’s
sticky rice cake, and you can participate in traditional
Vietnamese folk games and floating market on the river.
 Saigon city tour: Head Saigon like Saigonese: Highlight
to China town to visit of the day is to discover Saigon in
Thien Hau temple, built an adventurous way as local
by the Cantonese people. The guests have to reach
congregation in the early to the city landmarks on xe lam (a
19th century to honor popular four wheel tuk tuk). Follow
the Goddess of the Sea. some spiritual practices in a
The temple’s ornate superstitious temple – Le Van
interior courtyard is Duyet Marshal; Hunt particular
always full of life as products – Ba Chieu market; Try
worshippers from the local tastes and capture lot of
the local Chinese community come to offer their prayers. Take time to interesting picture; Enjoy real
make a wish, write it on a small card and attach it to one of the Vietnamese coffee in a local
incense coils in the local custom. Next, visit the FITO Museum, place…it’s not simply an
Vietnam's first traditional medicine museum displaying an amazing excursion, it’s discovery
collection of 3,000 items relevant to the development of traditional challenge whicha aims to provide a
Vietnamese real touch of Saigon.
medicine, implements used to
prepare indigenous herbs, objects
commonly found in traditional
pharmacies as well as ancient
books and documents on
traditional Vietnamese medicine.
Head back into the centre of the
city to visit Notre Dame Cathedral,
a red brick edifice with twin spires
based on the original construction
from Paris. Then head across the
square to the Central Post Office,
designed by the French architect,
Gustave Eiffel, before he had risen
to fame for the Eiffel Tower. The
former Presidential Palace, the
headquarters of the Saigon
Government during the American
war, is a short drive away and
reveals the history of Saigon during its turbulent recent past. Finally,
driving back to hotel.
 Biking Cai Lay –
Mekong Delta: Depart
for the Mekong Delta.
Upon arrival at Cai Lay,
start your cycling trip on
the gravel countryside
road along the calm
canals and rivers to Cai
Be. Cycle and explore
local life in depth, take in
the verdant gardens and orchards along with bustling markets and the
local cottage industries where rice paper, coconut candies and rice
cakes are made. Keep cycling to the Mekong Lodge for lunch. After
lunch, transfer to the Cai Be dock. Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the
afternoon.
tunnels’ history, life in
the tunnels and the
Vietnamese’s resilience
during the combats.
Discuss with the veteran
and find out about his
experience living in the
subterranean hamlets
where lack of air, food
and water can made life
unbearable. Your guide
will be there to translate
the veteran’s
experiences. Then spend time for an experience lunch at the tunnels
before cruising back to Saigon by speedboat.

Cu Chi tunnels with a

VC Veteran by Jeep
and speed boat: Your
army Jeep and guide will
meet at hotel and take a
drive for 2 hours to Cu
Chi Tunnels., complex
was dug in 1948 for the
guerrillas to hide from
French air and ground
sweeps. It also served as communication routes and food and
weapon caches as well as
hospitals and
quarters living
for
fighters throughout the
guerrilla
American war. Visit the
underground villages
with a VC veteran who
used to live there, to
better understand the
 Charitable Meals: We all
would like to know how
to develop community
health in Vietnam. The
poverty stricken does
not have the opportunity
for regular
medical checkups and
treatment. As a result,
they can develop
serious
illnesses. When they are at the hospital, they really need support from
the community. Would you like to lend them your hand?
Bao Van is one of the charitable centres providing food to more than
3000 poor patients and people every day. Drive to Bao Van Centre at
around 8 a.m. Here you will help prepare rice, vegetables and other
food for donation. Your volunteer work will give you an in-depth look
at the real life of some of the most unfortunate in the city. In addition,
this is also the chance to learn more about other Vietnamese
volunteers. After preparations are complete, you will help deliver food
to patients’ relatives. Enjoy your vegetarian lunch with other
volunteers before joining the afternoon session where you can further
assist the centre. Drive back to your hotel about 3 p.m.
Vespa tour - Street
food evening tour: With
all its hustle & bustle,
Saigon is a city on the
move! Discover what this
thriving and exciting
metropolis can offer in
terms of street food, all
from the back of a
vintage Vespa scooter.
You will be picked up
from your hotel and start
your Vespa night trip by mingling in the crowd of locals going home
after work. Take in the scene of complex traffic while riding through
different districts of old Saigon. Stop by some street food restaurants
to try Vietnamese seafood and crepes, as well as discover the
diversity between the local Cafés with Vietnamese music and popular
bars with the oldies, jazz or rock. Enjoy the music before returning to
your hotel.
Saigon River: in the late
unset cocktailexperience
afternoon, on
the romance of Saigon –
a city once known as the
pearl of the Far East –
as you explore its
winding canals and
waterways on a private
junk. See the beauty
of Saigon
from the water, as the sparkling city lights transform the landscape.
Enjoy the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off. Relax with a
complimentary cocktail on this 2-hour tour. Taking a look at some of
the most important functional bridges in Ho Chi Minh City as you are
cruising along the historical river: Thu Thiem Bridge, Saigon Bridge
(the transport gateway to areas in bustling Saigon).
 EXPERIENCE VIETNAM CULTURE AT REUNIFICATION PALACE

It was towards this building, then known as the Presidential

Palace, that the first tanks rushed to on the morning of 30th
April 1975. The dramatic images of these tanks, crashing
through the gates of the Presidential Palace, was to become
one of the most famous representations of the end of a war,
and the reunification of Vietnam. Welcome cocktail and Lion
dance and then exploring Re-Unification palace with speaker
before spending time for each detail, from exquisite ornaments
and unconventional dishes to provide the best impression
about Vietnam.
 BBQ AT TAJMASAGO CASTLE

The TajmaSago is a boutique resort development located in the crescent lake of Phu My Hung District, the cultural and commercial heart of this
new township. Adjacent to the "Cham Charm Castle" and connected to the "Crescent Promenade" this boutique hotel adds another pearl to the
string of attractions.
" The Chopin greets in the morning
At night the moonlight touch your fingertips
Lavish Green and peony bath
Cancel all calls "
Interior as exterior of the hotel are reflecting the atmosphere of the ancient Indian Maharaja palaces. Windows with lattice works and set-back
tiled glass frames play with the relation between inside and outside and create a mysterious yet romantic ambience inside. Entering the reception
area, guests immediately experience an exceptional view over the terraced garden to the river with large stepped water areas and selected
Indian sculptures. The garden picks up elements of the famous garden of the Alhambra thus matching the romantic theme. Amenities include
cinema, a private viewing room in the east wing and a spacious spa & gym with outdoor swimming pool in the west wing. A 2nd floor restaurant
adjacent to bar and a cigar lounge area with its typical oriental designed retreat rooms ensures a spoiling luxury environment.
 THAO DIEN VILLAGE
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Located by the serene Saigon river, Thao Dien Village is ideal

for organizers who wish to host special events in more tranquil
surroundings. Our Vietnamese and Italian restaurants provide
delicious catered meals, while our riverside lawn provides
ample space to host parties, events, receptions and more. For
those that want to move their conferences indoors, our two
large conference rooms provide a refined, private and fully
equipped space with all necessary amenities such as
projectors, tea and coffee breaks, note-taking equipment and
more.
Vietnamese theme dinner at Binh Quoi Village

The two Binh Quoi Villages offer quite similar services and both reflect
particular scenery of the Mekong Delta region. Just 15 minutes away from
busy and crowded downtown of Ho Chi Minh City, Binh Quoi Village gives
a completely relaxing experience. These sites are endowed with valuable
airy premises and fresh atmosphere, thanks to the Thanh Da Peninsula
where sit the two villages.
There, tourists can find themselves drowned in the charming beauty of a
bygone Mekong Delta, with gigs, a blue canal, dinghies, a rough monkey
bridge and thatched cottages among lush water coconut trees. Moreover, a
culinary buffet program is held outdoors weekly, named “Reclaiming
Southern Food”, where numerous dishes from hundreds of years ago are
served in a harmonious blend of people a nature. There are also rowing
boats, fishing and folk games available for those who seek activities. A true
soul of the Mekong Delta is there in every corner to discover.
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